Shiplake Memorial Hall

27/10/2025

"If you've let your body sag, Pilates ought to be your bag, results are great and effort small, on your back in the village hall." - Pam Ayres

You are never too old to start, come along and join Pilates ABC! Help improve your posture and movement patterns alongside developing a more honed, poised body while you take some much deserved “you time”. Experience the mind body connection, learn to use different breathing patterns. Compliment and aid your daily activities and sport. Small varied classes with exercises modified where appropriate to suit your personal needs. Clients of all ages including beginners welcome.

📆Tuesdays and Wednesdays at the SMH

Contact Alyth Black 07521699265 or [email protected].

🌐Find out more: www.pilatesabc.co.uk

25/10/2025

We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to The Plough, The Baskerville, and Keith the Butcher for generously donating the prizes for our Centenary Trail. Your support and community spirit are truly appreciated and helped make the event such a success.

A very special thank you goes to Janet Matthews for her incredible work in creating the Trail Quiz. Janet’s dedication, creativity and attention to detail made the trail not only enjoyable but memorable for everyone who took part. We are so grateful for the time and effort she put into making it such a wonderful experience.

The trail itself was a fantastic success - full of fun and community spirit. It brought people together in the best possible way to celebrate this special milestone.

And, of course, congratulations again to our winners!

1st Place: Keith Greenfield
2nd Place: Sue and Rick Ayres
3rd Place: Tizzy, Peter, and Alice Broomfield

Runners-Up:
Richard Brazier
The Crawford/Blunden Family

A big well done to everyone who took part and helped make the Centenary Trail such a memorable event.

14/10/2025

On 24 September 2025, we were honoured to welcome Deputy Lieutenant for Oxfordshire, David Woodgate (based in Henley) for his first visit to Shiplake Memorial Hall.

He was warmly greeted by Bob Partridge (Chair) and Caroline Fairbrother (Trustee) and spent time touring the hall’s displays, learning the history of the building and its many roles over the years. David also met with several longstanding hall users who had contributed their own exhibitions and displays, thank you to everyone who attended.

During his visit, David shared an overview of his role as a Deputy Lieutenant of Oxfordshire. As you may know, Deputy Lieutenants assist the Lord-Lieutenant in representing the Crown, supporting local voluntary and charitable organisations and attending civic and community engagements across the county.

He congratulated us on the excellent condition of the hall and on the strong financial health he observed in our Charity Commission annual submissions. He expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome and for the dedication of everyone involved, hoping that the hall continues to thrive for another 100 years and beyond.

Thank you to all who joined him that day - your enthusiasm, support and commitment to preserving our hall’s heritage are deeply appreciated.

12/10/2025

The results are in!

Our Quiz Night raised an amazing £1,000 (approz) for the Memorial Hall! Again a huge thanks to everyone who came along - your laughter, generosity and community spirit made it a night to remember.

11/10/2025

A huge welcome to our new Bookings Officer!

Virginia lives in Lower Shiplake and has been part of the community for over 20 years. Until recently she worked at Gillotts School for many years and previously for an Interior Design Company in London.

We are so happy to have you on board.

11/10/2025

Congratulations to Our Centenary Trail Winners! 🥳

A huge well done to everyone who took part in our special Centenary Trail - what an incredible way to celebrate our community and its 100-year milestone! 🌿✨

👏 Winners:
🥇 1st – Keith Greenfield
🥈 2nd – Sue and Rick Ayres
🥉 3rd – Tizzy, Peter and Alice Broomfield

🎖️ Runners Up:

Richard Brazier

The Crawford/Blunden Family

Thank you to everyone who joined the trail, explored our local history and helped mark this special centenary celebration! ❤️

09/10/2025

2025 Photographic Competition 📸

We’re delighted to announce this year’s winner -Jenny Ovstedal, with her stunning image of a hay bale on a sunny day. 🌞

A huge congratulations, Jenny! Your photo beautifully captures the warmth and charm of our countryside.

Thank you to everyone who entered - we loved seeing so many creative and thoughtful shots celebrating our local landscape. ❤️

07/10/2025

What a night! ✨

Last Friday’s quiz night had a tremendous turnout, thank you to everyone who came along in support of our beloved Memorial Hall ❤️

📸 Check out those wide grins from this year’s winning team, The Memorial Hall Soothers!

🍫 A huge shoutout to Quixtiano Ronaldo for conquering our chocolate challenge 🏆

😂 And best team name? Without a doubt… ‘One Token Male’ - a team of 7 ladies and one lucky gent!

Until next year!

27/09/2025

Get ready for Shiplake Memorial Hall’s ever-popular Quiz Night – just ONE WEEK away!

On Friday 3rd October, we’ll be opening the doors to an evening of lively competition, laughter and community spirit, all in support of our much-loved village hall.

Event Details:

Date: Friday 3rd October

Arrival: 7:45pm | Start: 8:00pm

Teams: 6–8 people (or we can place you in a team)

Price: £12 per person – includes nibbles and two bottles of wine per table

What’s in store:

Quiz champions crowned with medals

A mouth-watering Chocolate Challenge

Announcement of the Photographic competition and Centenery Trail winners

It’s set to be another fantastic night filled with camaraderie, friendly rivalry and plenty of fun. Spaces always go quickly, so don’t miss your chance to join in.

To book your place, email: [email protected]

18/09/2025

🎬 Film Night at Shiplake Memorial Hall! 🍿

The Thomas Crown Affair. Award-winning film with unforgettable music by Michel Legrand

📅 Friday 10th October at 7:30pm

💷 Tickets on the door - £8 (Under 15s £4)

Enjoy a drink from the bar and relax!

Join us for this classic thriller-romance…

04/09/2025

Octobers fun night out sorted! Grab your team mates and come on down to SMH!

Get your thinking caps on – Shiplake Memorial Hall’s ever-popular Quiz Night is just one month away! Join us on Friday 3rd October for an evening of fun, friendly competition and fundraising in support of our much-loved community hall.

📅 Date: Friday 3rd October
🕢 Arrival: 7:45pm | Start: 8:00pm
👥 Teams: 6–8 people (or we can place you in a team)
💷 Price: £12 per person – includes nibbles and two bottles of wine per table

The night promises plenty of excitement, including:

Quiz champions taking home medals

A tasty Chocolate Challenge

The much-anticipated announcement of the Photographic Competition winners

It’s going to be another fantastic night of community spirit, laughter and friendly rivalry.

To book your place, email: [email protected]

04/09/2025

Get your thinking caps on – Shiplake Memorial Hall’s ever-popular Quiz Night is just one month away! Join us on Friday 3rd October for an evening of fun, friendly competition and fundraising in support of our much-loved community hall.

📅 Date: Friday 3rd October
🕢 Arrival: 7:45pm | Start: 8:00pm
👥 Teams: 6–8 people (or we can place you in a team)
💷 Price: £12 per person – includes nibbles and two bottles of wine per table

The night promises plenty of excitement, including:

Quiz champions taking home medals

A tasty Chocolate Challenge

The much-anticipated announcement of the Photographic Competition winners

It’s going to be another fantastic night of community spirit, laughter and friendly rivalry.

To book your place, email: [email protected]