Clubs & Societies
St. Denys Church Bell Ringers
Stanford Church Tower has a lovely ring of 8 bells, the tenor (heaviest bell) weighing 8cwt.
The ringers practice weekly on Tuesdays from 7.30pm–9pm and aim to ring for every Sunday morning church service as well as weddings, national celebrations and other special occasions.
Church bell ringing is a fascinating traditional skill that encourages teamwork, concentration, exercise and social connection.
Contact: StDenysChurchBells@btinternet.com
St. Denys Hand Bell Ringers
Established in 1993, the Stanford handbell group owns a 3-octave set of 38 handbells and welcomes members from across the Vale.
The group performs at local events, carol services and venues across Oxfordshire and beyond, including appearances on BBC television and radio.
Practice evenings are enjoyable and relaxed, and the group welcomes newcomers with little or no musical experience.
Contact: StDenys.hbr@btinternet.com
Chatterbox
Thursdays 10am–12 noon at the Small Village Hall.
Drop in for tea, coffee and a chat. Newspapers, magazines, table games, a book exchange and jigsaw puzzle library are available.
Contact Joan Greenwood: 01367 710578
Repair Café
Volunteer-run repair sessions for household items and equipment.
The Repair Café usually meets on the first Saturday of each month at Stanford Social Club in Sheards Lane from 11am–2pm.
Contact:
stanfordrepaircafe@silkie.co.uk
Telephone: 01367 710283
Stanford in the Vale Local History Society
The Society was launched in 2004 following the success of The Stanford Historian.
Its aims include promoting awareness of local history, encouraging research, organising displays and exhibitions, and publishing newsletters and booklets.
Meetings are usually held on the second Wednesday of the month between September and June.
Contact: SITVlocalhistory@hotmail.com
Stanford in the Vale Gardening Club
The Gardening Club meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month except August and December in the Village Hall at 7.30pm.
Events are posted on the events page.
Ladies Netball
Friendly weekly netball for fun and fitness.
Wednesdays 6pm–7.30pm at the football field.
Contact: Nicky Eynstone
Stanford in the Vale Football Club
The football club fields senior, ladies and junior teams and competes in the North Berks League.
The club also hosts darts, pool, dominoes and aunt sally, with many activities taking place throughout the year.
Contact Martin Stenzhorn: 01367 710724
Stanford Youth Football Club
Junior football teams for a range of age groups competing in the Oxford Boys League.
The club is currently looking for 8, 9 and 10 year old players.
Telephone: 07759 714779
Stanford Art Group
A friendly local art group with visiting speakers, workshops and critiques.
Members work in a variety of media and may exhibit during Oxfordshire Art Weeks.
Events are published in the village newsletter and local publications.
1st Stanford in the Vale Scout Group
Boys and girls are welcome to join all sections of the Scout Group.
1st Stanford in the Vale Rainbows, Brownies and Guides
Visit the Girlguiding website for more information.
Stanford Drama Group
Contact Yvonne & Barry: 01367 710789
Stanford Social Club
Sheards Lane,
Stanford in the Vale,
SN7 8LW
Website: www.stanfordsocialclub.com
Stanford in the Vale Short Mat Bowls Club
A friendly social bowls club which also competes in Oxfordshire County League matches.
Beginners are welcome and bowls are available to borrow.
Contact Sue: 07932 650 951