groups and clubs
Hoxne Garden and Social Club
There are around 100 members of The Hoxne Garden and Social Club, who meet every month in the Village Hall. There is an annual program of illustrated lectures normally on gardening but also other aspects of East Anglian life and history. During the summer a garden party is organised and hosted by members, as well as a Christmas Supper with local flavour and entertainment. One of the highlights of the year is the light hearted annual Produce and Flower Show, where members of the community can display their prize flowers, fruit, vegetables and food. There is a monthly ramble ending in a local hostelry for a convivial lunch!
New members are always welcome. Contact the Chairman Nigel Bradford on 01379 668551 or Vice Chairman Margaret Richardson on 01379 668615
Hoxne Theatre Club
For over 20 years there have been regular theatre trips to theatres in Norwich, Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds and the End of the Pier Show in Cromer, plus the famous Thursford Christmas Spectacular. There is an annual visit to one of London’s theatres (usually in March) which is always a popular event. For more information, please contact Nigel or Vivienne Bradford on 01379 668551 or Doreen Weller on 01379 66829.
Hoxne Phoenix Group
Meetings are held monthly, every second Tuesday of the month in St Edmund's Village Hall. Visitors are very welcome, and are asked to make a small contribution to attend. Please contact their President Mrs. Vivienne Bradford on 01379 668551 or Secretary Mrs. Doreen Weller on 01379 668291.
Bowls Club
The Bowls Club is a small friendly club, with a playing membership of around 20. They compete in two local leagues, which they have won on many occasions. They have a bar for your liquid refreshment and are always looking for new members. The membership fee is £12.00. If you would like to join, please contact Carol Bond, Chairperson, on 01379 668131 or Maurice Hurry, Club Captain, on 01379 668712.
Mother and Toddler Group
Mother and Toddler sessions run every Wednesday morning from 10.00 am -12 noon (term time) in St Edmund's Village Hall and are open to babies, toddlers and their parents and carers from Hoxne and surrounding villages. If you are at home with a young child, the sessions give you the chance to meet other mothers (and fathers of course) and have a coffee and chat. The children can also enjoy a range of new toys, play in a large, clean space and mix with other children and enjoy a snack. Feel free to turn up at the Village Hall or call Jules on 668088 for more information. Toddler group also joins in with pre-school outings and events and is an excellent way to prepare your child for attending pre-school.
RoughCast Theatre Company
Formed five years ago, the RoughCast theatre company was formed to present “challenging” plays in the Waveney Valley area and beyond. The main focus is always drama, with minimal use of props or furniture being used in their plays. For further details and information about the Company, contact Chairman David Green on 01379 855101 or www.roughcast.co.uk
Red Feather Club
Local Horham Airfield served as a US Air Force base during WWII. The club for the officers, where they relaxed, held parties and socialised was called the Red Feather Club. Some of this is preserved, including murals painted during the war. The project aims at preserving these murals by improving conditions and providing space for exhibitions and events by restoring two of the Nissen huts which once stood on the site. The group, known as The 95th Bomb Group Heritage Association, have received funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund and are creating leaflets and a school pack, erecting signs, and information boards for visitors. They have also been recording ex-servicemen and local people’s stories and personal experiences to encourage greater local interest in the site.
This year the regular monthly open days are on the last weekend of the month from May till October,(inclusive) opening times are 10am - 4pm (Saturday & Sunday). The season opens with the Grand Open Day on Sunday 17th May. Please note that the Red Feather Club will not be open on Saturday 16th May. For more information www.95thbg-horham.com
Hoxne AFC
Hoxne AFC has had a very successful six year history. After receiving five successive promotions, they are now in their second season of Division 2 in the Suffolk & Ipswich League. In 2002 they won the Suffolk Primary Cup, beating Dennington United 3 - 1. The club is sponsored by Claret Civil Engineering and is administered by Fiona Chapman. Her husband has managed the first eleven since 2002 in succession to the late David Muttitt. David’s son manages the second eleven who won Division 6 in 2003/2004. The second eleven have been operating since 2001/2002.
Pavilion and Playing Field
The Playing Field and the Pavilion are owned by the community. The playing field is great for sports and both the field and the pavilion are available for meetings and community events. There is a bar in the pavilion and a children’s play area as well. The complex is home to the football club and the bowls club and a social club is in place to organise the running of the bar and other facilities.
Chairman Phil Golding; Secretary Felicity Golding; Treasurer Gail Jackson