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Summary of what is new on the Horley Views site

Hornton & District W.I.

The W.I meet again on Thursday 3rd  April, 7.30pm in the Methodist Chapel, Hornton. Hornton’s very own Jane Wain and Sally Spencer will be the speakers – talking all things “Green and Clean”.

Clean & Green is the mantra of Nancy Birtwhistle (winner of the Great British Bake-Off): who’s Instagram account shows how she deals with a wide range of cleaning situations around the home. Jane and Sally will explain how to make your own non-toxic and plastic-free cleaning products. Their methods are cheaper, easier and greener than standard commercial cleaning products, and solve household problems ranging from removing rust marks and mould, making your own laundry detergent, getting sticky labels off jars, the best way to clean an oven and any number of tips for removing stains from clothes. Interested? Then come along to the chapel and find out how to transform your cleaning routine. You don’t need to be a signed-up WI member and you don’t need to live in Hornton!  Horley residents will be very welcome.

Fitness class in Hornton on Tuesday evenings

Alex Birch has just resumed the weekly Tuesday Circuit Sessions in Hornton pavilion and is keen that people from nearby villages have the opportunity to take part. He says:

“After a good warm up, we move into a circuit set up, with a mix of exercises targeting your upper body, lower body and core. It is designed to improve your strength, fitness and mobility. We round the session off with a short and fun aerobic session. All of the above is accompanied by uplifting tunes to keep the spirits up! “

Below are a couple of testimonials from current members:

‘The class has really helped my physical confidence. I’m stronger than I’ve been since having children, my balance has improved, I’ve lost weight and I’m less tired. And I’ve made lots of new friends!’  Carlie

“I’ve been going to Alex’s weekly workout sessions for 5 years and it has helped me strengthen my body and understand how to move and lift using my core muscles. There’s a mix of all ages, great music and a good workout.” Pete

 There are 12 sessions in all.

“At £65, it works out at just over £5 per session if you attend every session,” says Alex. “There is also the option to go for 6 sessions at £35 which is ideal for those that can’t commit every week and there is of course the pay-as-you-go option of £8 on the night.”

“We mostly meet at 6:30pm, although on the 2nd Tuesday of the month it is 6pm as our Garden Club friends are in the Pavilion immediately after us. 

“It has now become customary to finish each series with a glass of wine and a good natter.”

 If that sounds like something you’d be interested in, please contact Alex on 678504 or at acw.birch@btinternet.com

Scottish Country Dancing at Horley Old School on Weds 16th October

Another Scottish Country dancing session is planned for Wednesday 16th October at 7pm in Horley Old School. Please let Gill know if you plan to attend – call 07719856565 or email gillsanderson2@yahoo.com (see attached poster).

Scottish Country Dancing at Horley Old School next Friday (27th Sep)

Come and have a go at Scottish Country dancing next Friday (27th September) from 7:30pm to 9:30pm in Horley Old School. All proceeds will go to the Michael Hardinge Trust.

See attached poster or contact gillsanderson2@yahoo.com for more details.

Easter Wreath Update

Hornton village’s most talented flower arranger, Sarah Walther, is thinking of running an Easter wreath making workshop.

It will take place the day before Good Friday – Thursday 28th March – from 7pm until 9pm. All materials will be provided. Most important – so will a glass of fizz!

“Tickets will be £30,” says Sarah. “Places are limited and please let me know if you are interested.”

You can email Sarah at sarah.walther@hotmail.co.uk

Easter Wreath Making

Hornton village’s most talented flower arranger, Sarah Walther, is thinking of running an Easter wreath making workshop.

It will take place the day before Good Friday – Thursday 28th March – from 7pm until 9pm. All materials will be provided. Most important – so will a glass of fizz!

“Tickets will be £30,” says Sarah. “Places are limited and please let me know if you are interested.”

You can email Sarah at sarah.walther@hotmail.co.uk

Horley Charity Quiz this Friday (2nd February)

There is still room for one or two more teams at the Quiz on Friday – book your place with Emma Hamer on 07469 084691 or email Emma.Hamer@nfu.org.uk

Horley Charity Quiz – Friday 2nd February

Horley Ladies Guild are organising a charity quiz on 2nd Feb at 7pm – see poster below for details.

Most of the questions have a local twist so come along and pitch your wits against your neighbours in this fun quiz. Teams of up to 6 can enter, or you can come along and make up a team on the night.

Entry is £5.00 per person and all monies raised will be shared between the Katharine House Hospice and the Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution.

There will be a cash bar serving refreshments and a raffle. (Raffle prizes welcome!) Previous quizzes have been very popular – in fact we ran out of room so please book your place by contacting Emma Hamer on 07469 084691 or email Emma.Hamer@nfu.org.uk