What's on at the Mother Hen Cafe & Gifts
2025-08-06 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-13 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-20 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-08-27 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-03 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-10 08:00 - 17:00 (Europe/London) | Mother Hen Coffee & Gifts, Broad Street, Wrington, Bristol, BS40 5LE, United Kingdom
Community living room
Free hot drink tea/coffee at Mother Hen for the over 65s through the national Warm room initiative xx
Pop along for a chat , warm drink, meet friends , bring a book or play a game xxx

Singing for fun
2025-08-08 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-08-15 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-08-22 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-08-29 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-09-05 13:30 - 14:30
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Bowls Coaching
2025-08-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-18 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-08-25 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-08 10:00 - 12:00 | Wrington Bowling Club, The Rec, Wrington, United Kingdom
For anyone who wants to try or improve, new or existing bowlers
Free tea, coffee and biscuits and conversation also available.

Wrington WI - Monthly Meeting
2025-08-14 19:30 - 22:00 | Memorial Hall, Silver Street, Wrington, United Kingdom

80th Anniversary of V.J. Day
2025-08-15 11:30 - 12:00 | All Saints Churchyard
Wrington RBL will be holding a short ceremony at the War Memorial in All Saints’ Churchyard at 11.30am on Friday 15th August to commemorate the 80th Anniversary of V.J.Day.
All are welcome to attend.

Double the Style- Summer SALE & Autumn Preview
2025-08-15 12:00 - 14:00 | Tanglewood, West Hay Road, BS40 5NR
I’m clearing the decks and turning the page! Please join me for my Summer SALE and a first look at the Autumn ‘25 collection from Cabi!
What’s happening …
Up to 70% OFF – Summer favourites – final markdowns, last chance pieces and wardrobe gems.
Exclusive VIP preview of the Autumn ‘25 Cabi Collection – be the first to see what’s coming next
Styling tips, and feel good fashion in a relaxed, boutique style setting.

Picnic Conversations at Barley Wood
2025-08-15 19:00 - 23:00, 2025-08-16 19:00 - 22:00, 2025-08-17 15:00 - 18:00 | Barley Wood House, Long Lane, Wrington, BS40 5SA, United Kingdom
Join us for a special series of performances of Picnic Conversations, in the beautiful gardens of Barley Wood House, Wrington this August:
📅 Friday 15th August – 7:00pm (Gates open 6:00pm)
📅 Saturday 16th August – 7:00pm (Gates open 6:00pm)
📅 Sunday 27th August – 3:00pm (Gates open 2:00pm)
🎟 Tickets: £5 each
Bring a picnic, something comfy to sit on, and your own drinks if you wish – or enjoy a refreshing drink from the bar while soaking up the scenery.
🚌 Friday only: Free minibus from Wrington village centre to Barley Wood House.
💛 All proceeds go to fundraising for our dear club member, Verity Barker, who is courageously battling a rare cancer.
Let’s come together for theatre, laughter, and community in a stunning setting. 🌸

Bowling Finals Days
2025-08-17 00:00
End of season finals including singles doubles and triples. Come and watch the finale to the summer season of bowls.

Mendip Family Festival
2025-08-29 - 2025-08-30 | mendip base camp, Winscombe, United Kingdom
Rotary Club of Wrington Vale

With legendary Bristol icons, Doreen Doreen, as our headline act, the Mendip Family Festival over the last weekend of August, is going to be even bigger and better this year.

The Festival, held at Mendip Basecamp on the hill above the ski slope in Sandford, is a collaboration between Mendip Activity Centre and the Rotary Club of Wrington Vale to raise money for charity and local community causes.

Weekend camping tickets are already sold out but evening tickets are available for both the Friday Night “Harry Potter” Immersive Outdoor Cinema Experience, and the Saturday night Music Festival. Alongside Doreen Doreen we are thrilled to welcome back Supervision, the Jamestown Brothers, and Daisy Chapman

Two amazing evenings right here in North Somerset. Tickets available from www.mendipfest.co.uk

Barley Wood Cider Barn
2025-08-30 12:00 - 22:00 | Barley Wood Cider Barn, Wrington, BS40 5SA
We’re excited Boigers will be serving their legendary smashed burgers at Barley Wood Cider barn this Saturday from 5.30pm. Inside seating available or eat in our Apple Orchards which are currently fully laden so it’s a great time to visit our cider barn and orchard!

End of Summer Garden Bbq
2025-08-30 13:00 - 18:00 | The Plough, High Street, Wrington, BS40 5QA
Join us at The Plough Inn for an end of summer get together with the whole community! Soak up the sun, bring the family and sit back while you enjoy the live music and a sausage sizzle (Aussie style of course)
– 1pm onwards
– live music
– Aussie bbq (don’t worry there’s something for everyone)
– Good afternoon guaranteed

Wrington Show
2025-08-30 14:30 - 16:30
Annual Show for display of produce: flowers, vegetables, arts and crafts, children’s art and handwriting.
Saturday 30 August 2.30-4.30 at the Memorial Hall. Prizes awarded at 4pm. All welcome!

Wrington Bowling Club Presidents Cup
2025-09-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Bowling Club, Silver Street, BS40 5QL
Bowling tournament.
Come down and watch and see if you would like to try some bowling yourself.

National Test of the Emergency Alerts system
2025-09-07 08:00 - 17:00
This means most mobile phones and tablets across the UK will receive a test message, accompanied by a loud siren-like sound and vibration that will last for about 10 seconds.
The message you receive will clearly state that this is a test and that no action is required on your part. The alert will come through even if your device is set to silent mode, which is an important feature of the system designed to ensure people receive warnings in genuine emergencies.
Why is this test happening?
The Emergency Alerts system serves a crucial purpose in keeping the public safe. It’s used to warn people when there’s a danger to life nearby, including severe weather events like storms or flooding. Since the first national test in April 2023, the system has sent five real alerts during major storms when lives were genuinely at risk.
Regular testing ensures the system continues to work correctly and reaches as many people as possible when it’s needed most. Just like testing smoke alarms or practising fire drills, these tests help ensure the system will work effectively during a real life-threatening emergency.
Will this affect schools and workplaces?
Since the test is scheduled for 3pm on a Sunday, most schools will be closed. However, it’s worth noting that if any educational activities or events are taking place, phones will still receive the alert. The timing has been carefully chosen to minimise disruption to most people’s daily routines, though some weekend activities may experience brief interruptions.
The alert itself lasts only about 10 seconds, so any disruption should be minimal. The government has designed the timing to balance the need for comprehensive testing with reducing inconvenience to the public.
What will happen on your device?
Compatible smartphones and tablets will display the alert message on screen, make the distinctive siren sound, and vibrate. The sound is designed to be attention-grabbing and will override your normal volume settings. This ensures the alert can reach you even if your phone is on silent or you’re in a noisy environment.
Not all devices will receive the alert. Older phones or those not connected to 4G or 5G networks may not be compatible with the system. You can find more detailed information about device compatibility at gov.uk/alerts.
How can you prepare for emergencies?
Beyond the alert system itself, there are practical steps everyone can take to be more prepared for emergencies. The government provides comprehensive guidance at gov.uk/prepare, covering everything from creating emergency supply kits to making family communication plans.
The Emergency Alerts system represents an important tool for keeping communities safe, and this test helps ensure it will be ready when we need it most. While the brief interruption on Sunday afternoon might be inconvenient, it’s a small price to pay for a system that could one day help save lives.

North Somerset Ploughing Match
2025-09-07 10:00
This has been postponed until the spring because of the dry weather
