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How Methodist Church Dovetail Centre Surprises Me

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Updated on 30th July 2017:

Coffee Room at the Methodist Church

The Coffee Room will operate from the Purple Room from Monday 31st July until Tuesday 15th August 2017 while the Dovetail Centre is being refurbished.

The usual range of teas and coffee and biscuits will be available from 9.30 am to 12 noon Monday to Saturday. Access to the Purple Room is from the car park.

Follow the signs.

The Coffee Room July - August 2017 update

Below is the original post dated 28th Oct 2014.

My son and I visited the Coffee Room in the Dovetail Centre of the Methodist Church on Winchester Road yesterday.

I went there to buy some tickets for MDG Players’ upcoming comedy: Ladies of Iniquity.

Three things at the Coffee Room surprised me. [Read more…] about How Methodist Church Dovetail Centre Surprises Me

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Chandler’s Ford MDG Players Present Ladies of Iniquity

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Chandler’s Ford MDG Players will present Ladies of Iniquity from 27th to 29th November 2014.

The comedy is by David Appleford (by arrangement with Cressrelles). [Read more…] about Chandler’s Ford MDG Players Present Ladies of Iniquity

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Eastleigh and District Local History Society

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I met John Lankester a few weeks ago at Hocombe Mead. He told me some exciting projects at the newly revived Eastleigh & District Local History Society.

Many of you know that John and his wife Hazel both are active members of Friends of Hocombe Mead in Chandler’s Ford, where Hazel is the Chairman. Now they are also promoting Eastleigh & District Local History Society, where Hazel is Secretary and John Treasurer. [Read more…] about Eastleigh and District Local History Society

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The Crossroad: Brilliant Performance

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If you haven’t seen The Crossroad, musical drama at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church, I would suggest you grasp the chance to see it.

There are two more shows: Friday and Saturday (11th and 12th of April) at 7.30pm.

I watched The Crossroad with my son this evening. The story was thought-provoking. [Read more…] about The Crossroad: Brilliant Performance

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Charming Dickensian Christmas in Chandler’s Ford

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Where could you find the Dickensian Christmas?

I found the most charming knitted displays in The Coffee Room at the Methodist Church last week.

One set is Carol Singers, and another is Dickensian Christmas. They are created by talented ladies from Knitters’ Natters in Chandler’s Ford. [Read more…] about Charming Dickensian Christmas in Chandler’s Ford

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Have You Seen The Most Charming Nativity Set In Chandler’s Ford?

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I visited The Coffee Room in Chandler’s Ford on Christmas Eve, and treated myself with a nice pot of tea and a hot mince pie.

It was a windy morning, but the coffee room was warm, and it was a great surprise to have bumped into some old friends too.

There in the Coffee Room at the Methodist Church, I saw [Read more…] about Have You Seen The Most Charming Nativity Set In Chandler’s Ford?

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Beautiful Carol Singing At Asda In Chandler’s Ford

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Carol singing at Asda on Monday evening in Chandler’s Ford was a rather unusual experience.

Simon Farrenden and his Chandler’s Ford Brass Band were playing at the optician corner of the shop.

Rev. Peter Cornick from the Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church was playing the euphonium in front of modest ladies pyjamas, [Read more…] about Beautiful Carol Singing At Asda In Chandler’s Ford

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Age Concern Carol Service At Methodist Church

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The Age Concern Carol Service at the Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church this afternoon was brilliant.

The Rev. Peter Cornick made us think about the true meaning of Christmas. Is Christmas just about shopping and eating? He asked.

Both the Thornden Wind Band and the Toynbee School choir performed beautifully at the carol service. [Read more…] about Age Concern Carol Service At Methodist Church

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The Spitfires: 45th Anniversary Concert At Methodist Church

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The 14th Eastleigh Scout and Guide Band will present The Spitfires this weekend.

Performing at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church on the 5th October, the band are celebrating their 45th Anniversary, and also the launch of their new Corps of Drums.

Date: Saturday on the 5th of October 2013 at 7.30pm [Read more…] about The Spitfires: 45th Anniversary Concert At Methodist Church

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How Much Is A Cuppa In Chandler’s Ford?

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I mentioned a while ago that The Coffee Room in the Dovetail Centre at the Methodist Church in Chandler’s Ford is a warm and friendly place for the community.

I also pointed out that prices for the drinks are low — so low that you may even feel guilty.

Last weekend, I had a chance to speak to Barbara Lowe, senior steward of the Methodist Church. [Read more…] about How Much Is A Cuppa In Chandler’s Ford?

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Coffee Shops In Chandler’s Ford

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(Update 1st Nov 2016: Closed: Stairway Bakery and Coffee Shop at Fryern Arcade)

(Update Nov 2015: Relish Canteen at Chandler’s Ford Central Precinct opened on 3rd November 2015. )

(Update 10 Oct 2014: The last trading day for Asante coffee shop on Winchester Road in Chandler’s Ford will be on Saturday October 18th 2014.)

Original post (below):

When we first moved to Chandler’s Ford 13 years ago, the first coffee shop I visited was The Coffee Room, at the Methodist Church, on Winchester Road.

This Coffee Room is the hub for the community. It’s always bursting with joy. [Read more…] about Coffee Shops In Chandler’s Ford

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