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Welcome to Arbuthnot Hall

An Arts & Crafts Village Hall,  available for hire by local residents and groups. Situated in the heart of Shamley Green village,  in the beautiful Surrey Hills.

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History of the Hall

Arbuthnot Hall was built in 1904, having been commissioned and paid for by local resident, Elinor Arbuthnot in memory of her late husband, Forster Fitzgerald Arbuthnot. Elinor gave the land and building to a charitable trust to provide a “village hall for the use of the inhabitants of the [civil] Parish of Wonersh and the neighbourhood thereof without distinction of sex or political, religious or other opinions.”  The Village Hall, which opened in 1905, was designed to have many uses for the small community at the time, including as a library and reading-room, and to serve as a cricket pavilion during the summer months. The architect selected by Elinor was Charles Harrison Townsend .

The Arbuthnot Hall committee are committed to retaining the 'Arts & Crafts' heritage of the Hall and securing it as a community asset for future generations.  Please read about our new initiative  'Friends of Arbuthnot Hall'  below  and follow the link to find out about our fundraising plans for the Hall Development. 

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A vibrant local hub for the community

Arbuthnot Hall has served as a hub for local community life, providing a venue where local people can come together for a variety of activities including fitness classes, parties, music nights, club dinners, pantomimes, film nights, quiz nights and Christmas celebrations - to name but a few.  Several Clubs and Societies also use the Hall for their meetings - links to some of them are set out below.

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Cricket Club

We are a friendly village club playing Sunday Friendly cricket against local villages and travelling sides. The club has played on The Green every year for over 180 years.
Our side is mainly local past and current residents of the village. We welcome new members of all ages and abilities.

Contact: peter.brodbin@gmail.com for details

or visit our website:

https://shamleygreen.play-cricket.com/home

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Gardening Club

Formed in 2006 and now with  a membership of 150, the Gardening Club  meets on the first Tuesday of every month at 7.30 pm at the Hall. Membership is open to all village residents (you don’t have to have any gardening expertise!), only costs £12.50 per year and talks cover a wide range of garden related topics and interests.  Why not give us a try and come as a guest!

Contact: aurelletomkins@gmail.com  

call  01483 892114  or visit our website:

https://www.shamleygreengardeningclub.com/

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History Society

We are one of the oldest societies in the village, which offers interesting monthly talks and visits to local buildings of architectural interest.  The annual subscription is £10 per person or £15 per couple.  We presently have more than 100 members and visitors are always welcome at £3 per talk.

Contact: Philip Dunn, Chairman 

philip.dunn3@btinternet.com

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Shades

SHADES (Shamley Green Amateur Dramatic and Entertainment Society) was founded in the1950’s by Reg Higden. Over the last 48 years we have put on various pantomimes and plays in the Arbuthnot Hall. We always love to welcome new members on stage and off, so if you are aged 14 years or over, come and have a go, if you would like to join us, please contact us through our Facebook page.

Contact: https://www.facebook.com/shamleygreenshades/

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Village Association

The SGVA’s purpose is to protect and represent Shamley Green in the face of environmental challenges which might affect the amenity of the village (eg planning, development, traffic management etc) and to ensure it remains a lovely place to live, now and in the future.  We welcome input and are easily accessible to hear the views and opinions of our members.

 

Contact:   Eppy Anderson

 sgva@live.com  or call 07799 410892  

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Table Tennis

The U3A run a table tennis group  on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at 10.30am in the Hall.  "We are always happy to welcome new members to our friendly and enthusiastic group of players. All equipment and refreshments provided… just come along and have fun."

Meeting dates are shown in the monthly schedules. The link to these schedules can be found on the 'Groups' page.

Contact: Group organisers Penny & Charlotte

https://u3asites.org.uk/wonersh/groups

New events

  • Pickleball Afternoon Session 2.30 - 4.00pm
    Pickleball Afternoon Session 2.30 - 4.00pm
    Mon, 07 Oct
    Shamley Green
    07 Oct 2024, 14:30 – 16:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    07 Oct 2024, 14:30 – 16:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    Pickleball is a rapidly growing racket sport which is ideal for all ages and abilities. All abilities are welcome in this session, with an emphasis on fun and improving your game.
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  • Pickleball Evening Session 7.30 - 9.00 pm
    Pickleball Evening Session 7.30 - 9.00 pm
    Mon, 07 Oct
    Shamley Green
    07 Oct 2024, 19:30 – 21:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    07 Oct 2024, 19:30 – 21:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    This session has a focus on playing with a more competitive edge. Aimed at those that have already attended a Pickleball Session or have previously played Pickleball.
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  • Autumn Brocante Fair - save the date!
    Autumn Brocante Fair - save the date!
    Sat, 12 Oct
    Shamley Green
    12 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    12 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 15:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    Please save the date for the Shamley Green Autumn Brocante fair this year, showcasing local brands, merchants. Follow us on Instagram: @shamleygreenbrocante
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  • Strictly comes to Shamley Green
    Strictly comes to Shamley Green
    Sat, 26 Oct
    Shamley Green
    26 Oct 2024, 19:30 – 23:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, The Green, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0XB, UK
    26 Oct 2024, 19:30 – 23:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, The Green, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0XB, UK
    Come join us for an evening of Strictly dance magic! Learn to Salsa with Andrew Cuerden, ex Strictly professional dancer and teacher.
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  • Quiz Night - save the date!
    Quiz Night - save the date!
    Sat, 09 Nov
    Shamley Green
    09 Nov 2024, 19:30 – 23:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    09 Nov 2024, 19:30 – 23:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    Top Quiz Master, cash bar and delicious bread, cheese and pâté supper. Arrive by 7.30pm latest for 8pm start. Save the date for this very popular event!
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  • Christmas Craft day
    Christmas Craft day
    Sat, 16 Nov
    Shamley Green
    16 Nov 2024, 10:00 – 16:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    16 Nov 2024, 10:00 – 16:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    We’re excited to invite you to a fun-filled day of crafting, where you can immerse yourself in a variety of creative activities! Whether you're a seasoned crafter or just looking for a relaxing way to spend your day, we have something for everyone!
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  • Christmas Willow Star Wreath Workshops
    Christmas Willow Star Wreath Workshops
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, 30 Nov
    Shamley Green
    30 Nov 2024, 10:00 – 14:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    30 Nov 2024, 10:00 – 14:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    We are delighted to welcome Kate Halls, willow weave specialist who will be running two workshops enabling you to weave a 50cm Willow Star Wreath and decorate it with foraged foliage. A lovely excuse for a festive event and a nice change to the traditional Christmas wreath.
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  • Christmas Willow Star Wreath Workshops
    Christmas Willow Star Wreath Workshops
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, 30 Nov
    Shamley Green
    30 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 20:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    30 Nov 2024, 16:00 – 20:00
    Shamley Green, Arbuthnot Hall, Hullbrook Ln, Shamley Green, Guildford GU5 0UA, UK
    We are delighted to welcome Kate Halls, willow weave specialist who will be running two workshops enabling you to weave a 50cm Willow Star Wreath and decorate it with foraged foliage. A lovely excuse for a festive event and a nice change to the traditional Christmas wreath.
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