HHRG update

Posted on By Helen A

There was a meeting of the Hanham Hall Residents Group (HHRG) on 18th March where a group of residents talked about what events and activities could be held within our community. There are already a few things on offer, with some more ideas to come.

The Air Ambulance is offering a short course later in the sprint on how to use our defibrillator and perform CPR. Details will be on our Residents Facebook group or contact the group email.

This Sunday (21st) there is an opportunity to meet neighbours and tend to our wonderful green spaces. This is one of the regular environment group sessions where residents help tend the 6 acres of wildflower meadow around our site. They also organise the monitoring of the wildlife.

The next Quiz Night is on 26th April in Ivy’s Cafe – get a team of up to 4 people together and pit your wits against your neighbours. The Book Group is still running and has its own Facebook group if you are interested in joining.

There are a few other ideas in the pipeline so keep an eye out for more details on

  • Social dog walking
  • Community Cycling Group (awaiting the retraining of the leader)
  • Art Classes (expected later this year)

Details will be posted on this site, or our Facebook page or via the new WhatsApp group or ask via the group email.

If you have ideas for other activities, do come along to the next HHRG meeting on May 20th, 7pm in Ivy’s Cafe

Jobs for the weekend

Posted on By Helen A
Sunflower field

There are a couple of jobs to do around the open spaces before Christmas, so if you are free to join a small group on Sunday 10th December this would be much appreciated.

There are a few trees to transplant and a couple of patches of brambles to clear (which might carry over to the new year depending on numbers). Tools and gloves can be provided but if you have your own feel free to bring them.

Meet by the allotments at 10am

And no, this has nothing to do with sunflowers, but we all need a bit of brightness on the grey mornings!

Bug Hotel building

Posted on By Helen A

The next session of the Environment Group meets on Sunday 25th June at 10.30am. They will finish the rebuilding of the bug hotel in the meadow, and tackle some of the brambles.

Meet by the allotments and bring gloves if you have them, though some can be provided.

Yoga Classes

Posted on By Helen A

There are a few spaces available at the yoga class which runs on Thursday evenings in the Community Room. The class is run for residents or anyone working within Hanham Hall.

The classes are for all abilities and are led by Shula. Contact her on 07949 333548 to book your place.

Hanham Hall Residents’ Group

Posted on By Helen A

At the AGM of the Hanham Hall Residents’ Group (HHRG) on 2nd February 2022 it was not possible to form a committee and therefore the HHRG has not been able to continue. 

The HHRG had originally been formed to organise events on behalf of residents, we would encourage individuals or groups of residents who would like to organise future events/activities for the community to apply directly to the CIC for funding.

To apply for funding please complete the application form and email this to Pinnacle. The process will be kept as simple as possible but if you need any help or advice regarding applications please contact Robyn at Pinnacle.

This website, the HHRG email and Notice Board Facebook page will all continue as they are so that they can be used to advertise events and activities. If you would like to receive email updates on what is happening at Hanham Hall please contact the HHRG email and ask to be added to the email group.

Huge thanks to all who have served on the committee or helped arrange events during the time of the HHRG. The events don’t need to stop, but the mechanism for organising these has now changed.

Community Bike Ride

Posted on By Helen A
woman cycling through avenue of trees


It seems to be a long time since our last community bike ride, but, taking our cue from Eunice, there will be an opportunity to blow away the cobwebs on Saturday, 26th February.


Declining numbers last year mean that this is likely to be our only organized bike ride this year.  Our affiliation to Cycling UK ends on 27th March, and a decision was taken at the January meeting of the Residents’ Group not to renew.


We’ll be cycling to The Little Coffee Shop at Saltford, a total distance of about 15 miles.  We meet in the Hanham Hall car park at 9.45 a.m. for a prompt 10 a.m. start.  The ride will finish at about 12.45 p.m.


Children and young people under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.  Although not compulsory, we recommend that all participants wear a helmet.  You may also want to bring a face covering and hand sanitizer.


Weather permitting, I look forward to seeing you on Saturday, 26th February

Happy cycling
Ian 

Yoga Classes

Posted on By Helen A

There are a few spaces in the residents’ yoga class held each Thursday in the Community Room. The class starts back on 16th September, 7-8pm.

All abilities welcome, contact Shula to book your place on 07949 333548.