Hurst, Berkshire
Wooded Hill
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Berkshire
Hurst n. wooded hill, hillock, wood.
[Old English hyrst, related to Old Saxon,
Old High German hurst, horst]
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Events
 
Highlights
Events in December
 
Saturday 2nd December
St.Nicholas Christmas Fayre
11:00am - 3:00pm
Hurst Village Hall
This year it will have a Christmas Market feel with stalls outside as well as inside the hall.
Come along and join in with all of the fun during the fayre including a visit to Father Christmas, BBQ and Refreshments, Grand Raffle, Christmas Gift Stalls, Kids Craft Activities and Games, Cakes and much more.
Entry: Donations.
 
Sunday 3rd December
Holy Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
First Sunday of Advent
Revd Marina Brain
 
Sunday 3rd December
St Nicholas Night
From 5:00pm
School Road Recreation Ground
Gathering at 5pm with the BIG switch on at 5.30pm.
Mulled Wine.
Goodie bags.
Along with mince pies and Christmas cakes.
Waltham St Lawrence Silver Band.
This Year, Revd Graham Theobald will switch on our tree lights.
Come and join this great family event as we begin the festive celebrations.
 
Sunday 3rd December
Christmas Music Bingo
From 6:30pm
Green Man
Come down for an evening of fun!
Just after the annual switch on of the Xmas lights.
Prizes to be won! 50p per card.
All money raised will be going to St Nicholas Church
 
Sunday 3rd December
Kick Start Christmas
6:30pm - 9:30pm
Castle Inn
Live saxaphone music (mix of Christmas songs and smooth jazz music).
Join us after the village Christmas tree switch on for free hot dogs and mince pies.
Also serving mulled wine & cider.
Get into the Christmas spirit with a warm welcome at the Castle Inn.
 
Saturday 9th December
St.Nicholas School PTA & HVS Dinner Dance
6:30pm - Midnight
Hurst Village Hall
Black tie. Live band. Bar. Raffle. £45
Proceeds to benefit the PTA and HVS.
 
 
Sunday 10th December
DBARC Santa Day
11am - 3pm
DBARC Animal Rescue Centre
Bring your dog to DBARC to have their photo taken with Father Christmas!
Lots of festive goodies, mulled wine & mince pies and other refreshments.
Grab a bargain in our Pet Accessory Store 'Barkwrights', great place to find your furry friend something to pop under the Christmas Tree
 
Friday 15th December
Youth Club
7:00pm
Hurst Scout Hut
Any children in school years 7-9 are welcome to come along.
£2 a session to cover the cost of hiring the scout hut.
If you are interested in coming along, then please email for a registration form.
 
Sunday 17th December
Holy Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Third Sunday of Advent
Revd Graham Theobald
 
 
 
 
 
Monday 25th December
Christmas Morning Service
10:30am - 11:15am
Hurst Gospel Hall
Followed by refreshments.
 
 
Events in January 2024
 
 
Tuesday 9th January
Hurst Parish Council
7:30pm
St Nicholas School
Parish Council Meeting
 
Sunday 14th January
Morning Worship
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Morning Worship service.
Refreshments served at 10.30am before the service.
Please note this does not include a Eucharist.
 
Thursday 18th - Saturday 20th January 2024
Pantomime
Hurst Village Hall
Postponed until 2025.
 
Friday 19th January
Youth Club
7:00pm
Hurst Scout Hut
Any children in school years 7-9 are welcome to come along.
£2 a session to cover the cost of hiring the scout hut.
If you are interested in coming along, then please email for a registration form.
 
 
Sunday 28th January
Messy Church
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Led by the Messy Team.
Christ the King
 
Events in February 2024
Saturday 17th February
Hurst Bowling Club Quiz Night
7:00pm
Hurst Village Hall
Maximum of eight people per team.
Light buffet supper, please bring your own drinks and drinking vessels.
Proceeds go towards a new clubhouse.
Contact the club for more dtails and to book your tickets.
 
Sunday 25th February
Wokingham Half Marathon
Road closures in force, 8am to 2pm.
 
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Regular Events
 
Monday (term time)
Coffee and Toddlers
10:00am - 11:30am
Hurst Gospel Hall
Free.
 
Monday
Pop-up Play Village
10:30am
Hurst Village Hall
The sessions give children the freedom to play and explore and choose what they want to do in a safe and happy environment.
Book online via the website
 
Monday (term time)
JAM (Jesus and Me)
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hurst Gospel Hall
For children from 5 years old.
Games, quizzes, singing, Bible Stories.
Free activity
 
Monday
Yoga Class
7:00pm - 8:00pm
St Nicholas School
Ladies & Gents.
£10 per class.
Please message Katy for more information - 07761 591605
 
Monday
Quiz Night
8pm - 10pm
Green Man
Get your teams and tables booked in now on 0118 934 2599
£2pp so please bring some cash.
We cannot wait to see all your thinking caps on!
 
Tuesday
Try your hand at bowling
6pm
Hurst Bowling Club
We invite you to try this enjoyable sport which is challenging without needing physical prowess. This outdoor sport is enjoyed in dry or wet weather, as long as the green is safe and playable.
April to September.
 
Tuesday
Hurst & Twyford Pub Runners
6:30pm
We meet every Tuesday at 6.30pm at a local pub and then run 5k back to the pub and have a social.
We cater for all abilities so don’t be shy.
We have a Facebook group with all the information so do join it.
It's very much a social and it's free to come, but you do need some pennies for the drink!
 
 
First Wednesday of the month
Ladies Light Lunch
11:00
Hurst Gospel Hall
Preceded by an activity and Bible time.
 
Wednesdays
Community Connect
2pm - 4:30pm
Green Man
For £5 you will get tea or coffee and a snack and the company of others whose company you may well enjoy.
For those who wish, there will be cards, dominoes, crib, draughts, and other games.
Or you could just natter.
Bring your knitting or a crossword, if you like.
Bring your friends or make new friends.
 
Every other Thursday
Hurst Hookers
7:45pm
Hurst Cricket Club
Hurst "Hookers" knit and natter meeting.
Alternate Thursdays at the cricket club, 7:45pm.
Crochet, knitting and friendly conversation.
£2 a meeting.
Dates for the autumn:
  • November 2nd, 16th and 30th
Beginners and experienced knitters and "hookers" all welcome. Please contact Pip Etheridge for more info: philippaetheridge@btinternet.com, 07825 224614
 
Thursday
Quiz Night
8.00pm
Elephant & Castle
Teams of up to six players. £ per person to play.
All monies raised go to charity.
Sandwiches and chips provided during the half time break.
 
Friday
Hodge’s HIIT Session
9:00am - 9:30am
In the park, opposite the pond, School Road
It involves a bit of fun, the sessions are designed to help develop your fitness, and the activity is run by ex pupil Joshua Hodgkins – Qualified level 3 Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor. All ages and abilities are welcome, especially beginners!!!!
All that you need to bring is a mat, a water and gymwear
For information / bookings: email or call 07934 282953
 
Friday
Yoga Classes
10:00am - 11:30am
Hurst Village Hall
If you fancy coming along or you would like some more info please email Cheryl on cheryl.youngman@harleyd.co.uk
Cost is £10 a session.
 
Friday
Friday Night Social
Hurst Cricket Club
A relaxed evening for all parents and friends.
 
Every other Friday
Karaoke Evening
The Jolly Farmer
Prizes for the best singer, and the not so best singer!
 
Saturday
Fun Football Training
9:00am - 10:00am
Stow Bridge Field
Hurst FC is a small friendly club running FREE football training sessions on Saturday mornings.
Sessions are casual and fun, and open to boys and girls in Year 1 and 2.
Older age groups are looking for new players too.
Please email for further details, or just turn up!
 
Sunday
Breaking of Bread
10:00am
Hurst Gospel Hall
A time for Christians to remember the Lord Jesus.
 
Sunday (except third Sunday of the month)
Family Gospel
11:30
Hurst Gospel Hall
Refreshments at 11:30 followed by Family Gospel Service at 11:45am.
Suitable for everyone, young and old.
 
Third Sunday of the month
CAMEO
5:00pm
Hurst Gospel Hall
Come and meet each other (CAMEO).
Suitable for everyone, young and old.
 
Further Ahead
 
Tuesday 5th March
Hurst Parish Council
7:30pm
St Nicholas School
Parish Council Meeting
 
Saturday 29th June and Sunday 30th June
Hurst Show & Country Fayre
Details of events to follow.
 
Saturday 17th August
Hurst Horticultural & Cottage Garden Society Annual Show
12:30pm
Hurst Village Hall
Since 1902 the Hurst Horticultural Society has organised a village show and this year is no different.
Classes for Horticultural, Home Industries, Children's and Scarecrow.
Live music, alpacas, cream teas, wines, beers, hot food and ice creams.
 
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Local Support
Working together to support Hurst

In Hurst we are very lucky to have an amazing network of over 60 volunteers available to offer help should you need it for shopping, collecting medications or just someone to have a chat with during these difficult times.

If you would like to speak to us, or want to ask for help for yourself or a neighbour, please view the list of helpers and we’ll see how we can help.

You can easily find volunteers in your area - just select your road or click on a map.

Some volunteers have offered to have a chat on the phone, some have offered to collect any medication and some to shop. If the volunteer cannot help directly, they can contact another volunteer for you.

 
Even if you’re self-isolating, you’re not alone.