Tankersley and Pilley News W/C 29 August 2022

Services – There will be a service at St. Peter’s Tankersley at 09.30 on Sunday 4th September and at St Paul’s Pilley at 4.00 pm.  There will not be a service at Pilley Methodist Church this Sunday.

Afternoon Tea continues on Tuesdays at 1300 hours in the Senior Citizens Room of The Hub – everyone is welcome for refreshments, bingo, raffle and a chat.

TPEG (Environment Group) – continue their good work are are keen to welcome new volunteers to contribute to the ongoing projects including: – monthly litter picks (Wednesday and Saturday), Dipping Pond maintenance and path clearance throughout the village. Full details of all initiatives can be found at www.tpegbarnsley.co.uk

Harvest Social Event – will be held in Tankersley Hub (Welfare Hall) on Tuesday 20th September. Harvest platters served between 4.00 and 6.00 p.m. followed by live entertainment and licensed bar from 7.00 p.m.  Tickets available from Janet on 01226 744140 or Joy on 01226 745522.  Takeaway platters can be pre-ordered!

Age UK – Healthy Living sessions for the over 50’s are held between 1000 and 1200 hours on Wednesday mornings in The Welfare Hall of The Hub.  Activities include armchair exercise and healthy eating. Contact Karen Dennis on 01226 776820 for more details

Tankersley Welfare Hall is now re-branded as ‘Tankersley Hub’ with the launch of a web site – visit www.tankersleyhub.com for hiring and contact details and a calendar of upcoming events.  Details of future events will be publicised.

Halloween Children’s Party – Tankersley Community Association are finalising plans to hold an event in The Hub similar to last year’s very popular Halloween Party on Saturday 29th October.  Admission will be by pre-purchased wrist band which will be available shortly.  More details to follow.

The Hub Tuck Shop will now open on weekends only following the end of the school summer holidays.  Refreshments available for all to enjoy.   Card payments are now accepted! Opening times will be 1300 to 1600 hours.

The Hub Conservatory – a free coffee or tea will be on offer from 10.00 onwards on Saturday 3rd September to allow everyone to enjoy the newly refurbished Conservatory – well worth a visit!