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# Abbotts Ann

in the Heart of the Test Valley

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- [SEPTEMBER 2026 Parish Magazine On-Line to Subscribers](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-on-line-3/) - Subscribe to the Paper Delivered or View the On-Line Edition of the Abbotts Ann Parish Magazine Dear Readers Finally - some wet weather, and boy does my lawn already look like it's appreciating it, little green shoots sprouting up all over, no longer brown and sad! What's certainly not sad are all the weeds that
- [W.I. Newsletter July 2026](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-july-2026/) - Did we ever think it would be too hot in the UK to hold a coffee morning? Well, that is what happened this month, the Committee felt the temperature in the Sports Pavilion on Bulbery would be too high for comfort. So, the decision was taken to cancel. Members were advised, but apologies to anyone
- [W.I. Newsletter August 2026](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-august-2026/) - Thankfully, our outing to Kew Gardens was on Thursday 06 August, as the following Thursday this location registered 38.1°C – whereas we had perfect weather. No rain and a much lower temperature, but still warm enough to walk around the site in our light summer clothing. Not that the British are fixated with the weather
- [HIBBERT AND LIDDELL CUPS 2026/27 – NOMINATIONS PLEASE](https://www.abbottsann.com/hibbert-and-liddell-cups-2026-27-nominations-please/) - HIBBERT AND LIDDELL CUPS 2026/27 – NOMINATIONS PLEASE These cups are awarded annually on the first Saturday in September, which this year will be 5th September 2026. Past winners are all named HERE for the Liddell Cup and HERE for the Hibbert Cup along with being in frames in the War Memorial Hall. The Hibbert Cup is awarded
- [FREE Prostate Cancer Tests at War Memorial Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/free-prostate-cancer-tests-at-war-memorial-hall/) - One of the things I value most about village life is the way we look out for one another. When I learned that prostate cancer is now the most commonly diagnosed cancer in men in the UK, I felt it was important to bring the potentially lifesaving service of a mobile prostate screening service to
- [What's on in AUGUST 2026 at the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/whats-on-in-july-2026-at-the-village-hall/)
- [W.I. Newsletter June 2026](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-june-2026/) - On a blistering hot Friday afternoon late in June, 17 of our members travelled to Houghton Lodge Gardens for a leisurely afternoon. Yes, it was very hot – the Red/Amber warnings continued, which had resulted in a few last-minute cancellations. Nevertheless, Houghton Lodge did all they could to keep us comfortable. Our members had come
- [Sound Journeys Candlelit Gong Bath Meditation](https://www.abbottsann.com/sound-journeys-candlelit-gong-bath-meditation/) - Candlelit Gong Bath Step into a soothing sanctuary of sound and vibration Purely by candlelight Friday 11th September 2026 -- 6.30 pm until 7.30pm Join Hampshire Gong/Bowl Practitioner Shaun, for a deeply relaxing and restorative gong bath session at Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall. More information and tickets click HERE Overview Join Hampshire Gong/Bowl Practitioner
- [Abbotts Ann Players presents Move Over Mrs. Markham](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-players-presents-move-over-mrs-markham/) - Abbotts Ann Players presents Move Over Mrs. Markham A Hilarious Comedy by Ray Cooney & John Chatman 3rd & 4th July at 7:00pm Tickets £15 (including ploughmans meal) Tickets available from Abbotts Ann Village Shop and The Andover Tap or call 07973 297064
- [Wimbledon Men's Final LIVE at the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/wimbledon-mens-final-live-at-the-village-hall/) - Wimbledon Men's Final on Sunday 12th July 2026 starting at 4pm at the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Don't sit on your own! Come and join us and get the atmosphere The next best thing to being at Wimbledon itself its FREE We have an open bar with a few snacks, but if you wish
- [W.I. Newsletter May 2026](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-may-2026/) - It is amazing that the promise of alcohol had our members queueing to enter the Village Hall for our Annual Meeting this month! Yes, non-alcoholic beverages were also available. There was also the lure of a fish and chip supper followed by a tub of delicious ice cream. Whilst this is in effect a formal
- [YOGA -- Every Wednesday 7-8 PM](https://www.abbottsann.com/yoga-every-wednesday-7-8-pm/) - YOGA classes every Wednesday 7-8 PM in the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall A welcoming all-levels yoga class to help you feel stronger, calmer and more connected. Contact Jade to book 07584 305409 or Email Jade@yoganaflow.com
- [W.I. Newsletter November 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-november-2019/) - Our meeting started this month with our President reading out all the events that were on offer throughout this month and into next year. These included visits to the Village Pantomime, the Studio Theatre in Salisbury, an invitation to Coffee & Mince Pies at Upper Clatford, a Christmas concert and our own post-Christmas Lunch at
- [West Hill/Monxton Road Abbotts Ann Water Overflow -- WARNING](https://www.abbottsann.com/west-hill-monxton-road-abbotts-ann-water-overflow-warning/) - As most people are fully aware of the on-going issues with major water overflow coming down West hill and into the centre of the village. The issue which has been on-going for some considerable time and is the responsibility of Southern Water to repairs has not been almost certainly due to the high cost. The
- [Abbotts Ann Fete 2026](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-fete-news/) - Introduction to the Abbotts Ann Village Fete Village Fete The village fete is usually on the 1st Saturday in September starting at 1pm, and is held either in the village centre or up at Bulbery playing field. This year the fete is on Saturday 5th September 2026, from 1pm, and will be held in the village
- [W.I. Newsletter December 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-december-2019/) - Despite having to change the date of our meeting at the last minute, most of our members were still able to make it, only a few had a diary clash. We were fortunate that the Abbotts Ann Handbell Ringers were also still able to attend. They played a selection of well-known Christmas Carols and with
- [W.I. Newsletter January 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-january-2020/) - On a lovely bright and sunny, albeit crisp and cold, Saturday in January our members gathered for our post-Christmas Lunch at Esseborne Manor Hotel. Once again it was an enjoyable event, thanks to the hard work of our members Lynne Lucas & Gill Page and of course the staff of the hotel. With reminders on
- [W.I. Newsletter February 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-february-2020/) - There are so many opportunities for our members to get together and this month all our groups met to read, eat and walk. The latter being fortunate to enjoy a good walk the day before Storm Keira arrived, from Wherwell across to Chilbolton and back, seeing signs of spring along the way, Now what links
- [Message from Unity for the Community](https://www.abbottsann.com/message-from-unity-for-the-community/) - A Message from Unity for the Community Coronavirus Covid-19 - Important updates This bulletin contains important updates. Please read and share widely: Grants available for charities to help them deal with Coronavirus. Unity has launched the Test Valley Community Helpline to put volunteers in touch with people who need their help. You can help. Government guidance for
- [Takeaway Meals Available from the Eagle](https://www.abbottsann.com/takeaway-meals-available-from-the-eagle/) - Eagle Inn - Takeaway Menu - 01264 710339 5.30pm to 8.30pm (except Sunday 12.30 to 2.30) Drinks, soft, real ale, lager & wine available for takeaway Curries – served with basmati rice, a poppadum & mini onion bhaji & mango chutney - £9.00. Lamb Balti Pork with Chillies Chicken Korma Vegetable Balti Red
- [W.I. Newsletter March 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-march-2020/) - Who would have thought when I published our February Newsletter that very few of our diary dates for March would be fulfilled? Five of us met up for Supper Club at The Abbotts Mitre, the pub was full, probably everyone out before the expected lock-down was announced due to the global outbreak of Coronavirus. A
- [W.I. Newsletter April 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-april-2020/) - The end of the month is looming as I sit here to write our newsletter for this month, and it would normally be a busy week for us. But of course, life is not normal at the moment. Whilst there is nothing on our WI calendars, our members are still in touch with each other.
- [THREADGILL CUP](https://www.abbottsann.com/threadgill-cup/) - THREADGILL CUP A village garden competition The Threadgill Cup is an annual garden competition for the Village and presented at the Village Fete. The cup is awarded to the overall winner and is judged in 4 different categories. The categories are large gardens (more than 1/2 acre), small gardens (less than 1/2 acre), pots and
- [Bring-and-Buy Plant Sale on Saturday 28th May 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/bring-and-buy-plant-sale-on-saturday-28th-may-2016/) - Bring-and-Buy Plant Sale & Table-Top Sale Saturday 28th May 2016 10 am – 12.30 pm Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Refreshments, raffle, crafts – and much more! ALL PROCEEDS FOR FETE FUNDS For more information contact Anne on 710851 or 07788 645723
- [Abbotts Ann Fete on Saturday 3rd September 2016 including Full Schedule and Entry Form](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-fete-on-saturday-3rd-september-2016/) - Abbotts Ann Fete will be held on Saturday 3rd September. We will be collecting around the village throughout the summer for the stalls listed below. To contribute your much appreciated donation please call the relevant number below for collection to be arranged. You can view and/or download the 2016 Fete Schedule HERE You can also
- [Post Fete 2024 UPDATE](https://www.abbottsann.com/fete-2024-update/) - Despite the disappointing weather on Saturday we had a lot of visitors to our fete. All the outdoor activities planned were still able to take place and many positive comments have been received. It’s currently looking like our fete and plant sale profit for 2024 is at a record high of around £10000.
- [Abbotts Ann Village Fete Show 2025 Results](https://www.abbottsann.com/update-on-our-village-fete-6th-september/) - Here are the results of the various competitions at the 2025 Abbotts Ann Fete Show. Congratulations to all those listed below, and for those who aren’t listed, thank you for entering, and remember – there’s always next year! Trophies Trophy Winner Abbotts Ann Challenge Cup Isobel Randall Andover Garden Centre Cup Isobel Randall Miller-Mundy Cup
- [A New Community Club "I Can Move More in Abbotts Ann"](https://www.abbottsann.com/a-new-community-club-i-can-move-more-in-abbotts-ann/) - The Village Hall Committee is delighted to be supporting I Can Move More to bring a new Community Club to the Village. By mixing friendly social sessions with gentle exercise, this club aims to help residents stay active and keep connected. It builds on the success of the club in Andover and the expertise of
- [W.I. Newsletter December 2025](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-december-2025/) - W.I. Newsletter December 2025 - Abbotts Ann All our activities this month were held during the first two weeks of the month. First to meet was our Book Club.
- [W.I. Newsletter April 2026](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-april-2026/) - For regular readers of this newsletter – I do hope there are some of you - you will know that we have various activities throughout the month, in addition to our monthly meeting. The Book Club meets at Dobbies on the first Wednesday to discuss their latest selection and our popular coffee mornings are currently
- [W.I. Newsletter February 2026](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-february-2026/) - Our speaker this month was Jane Glennie. Jane is an actor and historian and presented herself in period costume as Martha Lloyd, friend of Jane Austen. Brilliant speaker, very clear diction and quite funny! “Martha” began the evening by saying how lovely it was to be amongst friends and urged us to share any recipes
- [St Mary's Church Nature Count](https://www.abbottsann.com/st-marys-church-nature-count/) - 🌿 ST MARY’S CHURCH NATURE COUNT 🐞 Saturday 6th June & Sunday 7th June 9.30am – 4.30pm Come and discover the wildlife in our churchyard and burial ground! As part of the village Open Gardens weekend on 7 June, we’re inviting everyone to join our Nature Count and help spot the wonderful plants, insects, birds
- [The Pillhill Brook](https://www.abbottsann.com/the-pillhill-brook/) - A Chalk stream Headwater of the River Test For centuries the fields either side of the Pillhill Brook, once called the River Anna have provided the parish with its best cattle grazing land. Around 1850 the grazing potential was enhanced by the construction of a water meadow system in the western half of the parish.
- [W.I. Newsletter March 2026](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-march-2026/) - After all that rain, the sun shone for our walkers this month as we ambled along an old favourite in Amport finishing with lunch at The Hawk. Earlier in the week we had enjoyed our coffee morning, there was a good turn-out for this event, this is obviously a much-valued opportunity to catch up with
- [One Hour Yoga Sessions](https://www.abbottsann.com/one-hour-yoga-sessions/) - Yoga with Cerys Suitable for beginners Price: £60 for 6 wk course or £15 drop-in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall, SP11 7AZ Weekly Starting Thursday 12th March 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM To book: Yoga with Cerys Yoga with Cerys - Kaiiso Yoga and Wellbeing on Facebook
- [Body Groove Dancing](https://www.abbottsann.com/body-groove-dancing/) - Body Groove offers you a fun way to keep fit through dance, with super easy routines you can interpret your own way, there is no right or wrong. An ALL ages dance experience with Miss Tripoli on You can book Any or ALL Monday's listed below Monday 16th March Monday 23rd March Monday 30th March
- [War Memorial Hall Annual General Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/war-memorial-hall-annual-general-meeting/) - The Annual General Meeting of the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Charity will take place on Wednesday 1st April 2026 at 7pm. Last year the hall trustees and committee decided to move the AGM from its normal date in January to April when normally we have lighter evenings. Complimentary drinks and snacks will be provided
- [W.I. Newsletter January 2026](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-january-2026/) - Meeting first this month was our Book Club who chose to gather at The Grey Hound in Broughton for lunch. They were taking advantage of discount vouchers found in their crackers when they were there for our Institute’s Christmas Lunch. Amongst other subjects they did discuss their latest book selection which was How to Age
- [100 Club - Time to Join or Renew](https://www.abbottsann.com/100-club-time-to-join-or-renew/) - You will notice a 100 Club subscription form coming through your front door this month. What is the 100 Club I hear you ask - Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall 100 Club is a private lottery that is open to all Residents from Abbotts Ann Village and the surrounding area, their family and friends. As
- [Abbotts Ann Post Office Update](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-post-office-update/) - Take the hassle out of Shopping returns Not quite what you wanted? Returns are quick and easy at Post Office. We can print your returns labels too. Parcel returns Bought an item you want to send back? Pop your returns into our Post Office. Banking Services Post Offices throughout the UK provide banking services, enabling
- [Subscription to the Abbotts Ann Parish Magazine](https://www.abbottsann.com/subscription-to-the-abbotts-ann-parish-magazine/) - Since May 2020 Judeth and the Parish Magazine team have been providing a free on-line colour version of the magazine which has become very popular. Equally, there are many in the village who still want to receive the printed version and so they can from 1st October 2021. From 1st October the magazine will no
- [Village Hall Committee Members Wanted](https://www.abbottsann.com/village-hall-committee-members-wanted/) - Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall is looking for volunteers to join our committee. It’s an interesting and worthwhile thing to do and there’s all sorts of things in which you could get involved so that we ensure that that the hall achieves its full potential in being at the heart of the village and serving
- [What Activities/Events Would You Like To See at the Village Hall ?](https://www.abbottsann.com/what-activities-events-would-you-like-to-see-at-the-village-hall/) - The Village Hall Committee wants to develop more activities/events for the community and we are asking for your input. Completing a simple questionnaire will help us identify the types of things that are most of interest. You can do this quickly and easily online on our website by clicking on the link below : https://www.villagehall.abbottsann.com
- [Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/news-about-the-abbotts-ann-war-memorial-hall/) - Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall AGM on Wednesday 8th January at 19:00 until 20:30 Featuring: Local speaker: Ian Hemming, from Salt Deli on the Salisbury Road, talking about sustainable choices and the importance of buying local produce. Live music: the very talented Georgie Amelia You might remember how much she wowed everyone last year. Refreshments:
- [W.I. Newsletter August 2024](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-august-2024/) - Whilst there was no formal meeting for our members this month, some of us have met up at our various groups and we also enjoyed our traditional summer outing. First on the calendar was the Book Club who met to give their thoughts on Isabel Allende’s The Wind That Knows my Name – this was
- [W.I. Newsletter November 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-november-2023/) - Our members had a treat at this month’s meeting, their speaker Tony Strafford turned up in Uniform. Although now retired and living in Andover, Tony had for some years served in the Tower of London as a Yeoman Warder, but more popularly known as a Beefeater. The only people who can become such, must have
- [Redevelopment of the Bulbery Sports Pavilion](https://www.abbottsann.com/redevelopment-of-the-bulbery-sports-pavilion/) - Firstly, on behalf of all members of AAPC, may I wish you all a happy new year. As we go in to 2024 one of the largest projects AAPC has ever undertaken is about to be launched. The redevelopment of the Bulbery Sports Pavilion to create fully inclusive sports field facilities with a fit for
- [W.I. Newsletter October 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-october-2023/) - Our speaker for this month’s meeting was Susan Waldron, who began by explaining how she got into jewellery making and how easy it is to get started. Not everything needs to cost a lot, various equipment and storage boxes can be obtained from market stalls or DIY stores, although for more specific items such as
- [W.I. Newsletter September 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-september-2023/) - The Village Hall was buzzing at this month’s meeting, and we were pleased to welcome several visitors. Our President thanked all those members who had worked hard at the village fete this month and we were amazed to achieve the magnificent net total of £978.98. We are very grateful to everyone in the village who
- [Sunday 5th November](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-fireworks-display-bonfire-night-2023/) - Abbotts Ann Fireworks Display & Bonfire Night 2023! Join us on Sunday 5th November at Bulbery Playing Field from 4:30pm Save 10% and purchase your Early Bird Tickets on Eventbrite from Sunday 1st October Scan the QR code on posters Or follow this link for more information and to purchase tickets online: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abbotts-ann-bonfire-fireworks-night-tickets-698254346547 Family - £22 (2
- [W.I. Newsletter September 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-september-2020/) - At last there is something to write about! Yes this month we managed to meet up twice, once in person and the second time virtually. Twenty-one of us gathered for a socially distanced coffee morning in the garden of the Royal Oak in Goodworth Clatford on a dry, but cool day with some sun to
- [W.I. Newsletter October 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-october-2020/) - When our speaker this month, via Zoom, Dorothy Cook, finished regaling us with tales from her life as a Midwife she asked members watching from home if they had any questions. There was a stunned silence. It is possible that our members were somewhat overwhelmed with the graphic detail she went into of a female’s
- [W.I. Newsletter August 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-august-2023/) - At last, we managed to fill a coach and set off on a summer outing to Windsor Castle this month Since Covid struck in 2020 we have had to abort two scheduled trips, but third time lucky. With support from members, villagers, friends, family and others we had enough people to make it viable financially.
- [W.I. Newsletter July 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-july-2023/) - This month some of our members have enjoyed meeting up for coffee and attending the supper club. It is always good to have a chance for a catch up and chat. Some of us also enjoyed a Heritage Walk lead by Sarah from Andover Museum – for those who are familiar with the town it
- [W.I. Newsletter November 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-november-2020/) - Once again, we met courtesy of Zoom for this month’s meeting and our speaker this time was Mike Brook who has an amateur dramatics background, which gave him confidence to become a public speaker 12 years ago. He had one rule – to be entertaining. However, it is a challenge to speak to an audience
- [Abbotts Ann Village Shop AGM 2022 Minutes published](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-village-shop-agm-2022-minutes-published/) - The following documents have been publish by the Abbotts Ann Village Shop Association and the links to each one are provided below:- AAVSA AGM Meeting Minutes for 2022 Treasurer’s Report Post Office Report Financial Accounts for the year ending 31st December 2021
- [Meet your Member of Parliament -- Kit Malthouse](https://www.abbottsann.com/meet-your-member-of-parliament-kit-malthouse/) - Kit Malthouse is our Member of Parliament for the North West Hampshire. My office is 2, Church Close, Andover, SP10 1DP. Call on 01264 401401
- [W.I. Newsletter May 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-may-2023/) - There was a lot going on at our meeting this month as it was our Annual Meeting which involves certain formalities. However, we started the evening with a fish and chip supper followed by ice cream which is always popular with our members. Taking a starring role was our lovely God Save the King banner
- [W.I. Newsletter June 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-june-2023/) - This has a been a busy month for our members. We met and chatted at our coffee morning at the Sports Pavilion in the Village first. Then we walked and talked our way around Chilbolton a few days later and then adjourned to the Abbotts Mitre afterwards and talked some more. A few members of
- [W.I. Newsletter December 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-december-2020/) - Our walking group now has a new name. With the lifting of restrictions (temporarily as it turns out) we were able to meet again on the 12th December and decided to venture a little further this time. We met up in Chilbolton and all turned up in red cars – so one of our members
- [W.I. Newsletter January 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-january-2021/) - Thanks to a technical hitch at the start of this month’s meeting, followed by an unnecessary, apologetic email from our Zoom “host” Lynne Lucas the following day, we now know from the responses just how appreciative our members are, that we can at least meet virtually. They all reassured Lynne it wasn't a problem. Our
- [W.I. Newsletter February 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-february-2021/) - Unfortunately, numbers joining in this month’s meeting via Zoom were slightly down which was a shame as they missed an excellent speaker, Tom Morath, who is obviously passionate about his job. His official title is Fund Raising & Events Manager at the nearby Hawk Conservancy, but his actual duties do not stop there. He also
- [W.I. Newsletter March 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-march-2021/) - Once again, we logged on from the comfort of our homes to get together virtually and hear from our guest speaker this month, Dr. Frances Hurd. Whilst we had all heard of The Quakers, very few of us knew much about their activities and history and neither did Frances, despite being the daughter of two
- [W.I. Newsletter April 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-april-2021/) - Our speaker this month, via Zoom, was Sarah Delves, members logged on to hear that Sarah was first introduced into the world of antiques when, aged 7, she was taken round the local antiques shops and fairs by her father in an attempt to instil an interest in Georgian silver. However, she was more interested
- [W.I. Newsletter May 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-may-2021/) - Oh, what Joy! We were actually able to have a meeting in person this month. Members gathered outside the Village Hall, earlier than usual to make the most of a gloriously sunny evening for a “Treasure Hunt”. In actual fact it was a mobile quiz really. We were all requested to bring our own chair,
- [W.I. Newsletter June 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-june-2021/) - Despite the fact that the hoped for easing of lock-down restrictions did not happen we were still able to continue with our plans for a trip on the Kennet & Avon canal for this month’s meeting. The Rose of Hungerford, which is run by volunteers, was still able to take us on this venture, postponed
- [W.I. Newsletter July 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-july-2021/) - This month has been a month of weather extremes with some of our members exercising their legs and brains. Only four of us opted to brave the wet weather earlier in the month, as we gathered in Ludgershall to do a ramble around this settlement. Our walk included visiting the castle ruins now managed by
- [W.I. Newsletter August 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-august-2021/) - No formal meeting this month, but four members (and one other half) did travel to West Sussex early in the month and three of us met up to walk on the second Saturday. Unfortunately, the proposed group outing to the Weald & Downland Museum on 5th August did not go quite as our hardworking member
- [W.I. Newsletter September 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-september-2021/) - A Fish & Chips supper enticed members to attend our delayed Annual Meeting this month – they were collected by two of our members and were served first, by the committee, which gave us all a chance to chat and catch up with each other. Then it was on to the business of the evening.
- [W.I. Newsletter October 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-october-2021/) - WOW!! Never in our wildest dreams did we expect such a brilliant response to the flyers that were distributed around the village. A very big THANK YOU to all you ladies who not only read it, but who also took the big step of coming through the door to meet us. Some of you were
- [W.I. Newsletter November 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-november-2021/) - We were delighted to welcome several new members to our meeting this month. The successful Fizz, Canapés and Chat evening has resulted in 13 new members so far and we are hopeful there will be more. Unfortunately, the power cut occurring in the village, and beyond, late afternoon caused some confusion. Not all households were
- [W.I. Newsletter December 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-december-2021/) - It was so lovely to be able to gather this month for a Christmas themed party. Given the circumstances sensible precautions were followed, but we were delighted to see a room full of women, including many new members, ready to have a great time. We started with a Snowman Drive – a wintry seasonal adaptation
- [W.I. Newsletter January 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-january-2022/) - Spirits were raised (not alcoholic ones, although wine was involved!) this month as 32 of our members gathered at Esseborne Manor for a post-Christmas lunch, such a welcome start to the New Year. There was much chatter as members took their seats at their allotted table and their pre-selected three-course lunch was served. Our President
- [W.I. Newsletter February 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-february-2022/) - There was a good turn out for our first in person meeting of 2022 and we were delighted to gain a further member to our Institute. We are delighted to welcome so many new faces as well as, of course, pleased to see more familiar members. Our two Programme Planners (Aileen & Lynne) have been
- [W.I. Newsletter March 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-march-2022/) - Unfortunately, both Covid and the return of the cold weather, along with snow flurries during the day, meant a much-reduced attendance at this month's meeting. However, those absent missed a treat. We started the evening with our speaker, Tor Reynolds from Wild about Wine. Tor gave us some background of her career, explaining that whilst
- [W.I. Newsletter April 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-april-2022/) - Several members met earlier this month to enjoy a walk from the Hare & Hounds at Charlton Down through Enham Alamein, returning to the pub for lunch, which they all enjoyed. There was also a chance to catch up at the coffee morning on Maundy Thursday in the Sports Pavilion. This monthly event is open
- [W.I. Newsletter May 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-may-2022/) - At this month’s meeting we said thank you to our outgoing President and Treasurer/Secretary Julia Rowling and Helen Clark, but before that we indulged in Fish & Chips, followed by ice cream, organised by Lynne Lucas & Aileen Catterson. All very delicious. Before stepping down from their respective posts, Helen and Julia presented our Accounts
- [W.I. Newsletter June 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-june-2022/) - Whilst H.M. The Queen was in Scotland for Holyrood Week our members celebrated her Platinum Jubilee at this month’s meeting. Sue George took charge of the event, planning an afternoon tea menu (but consumed in the evening) with an array of savoury treats, small sandwiches, scones (baked by Julia Rowling) with jam and cream as
- [W.I. Newsletter July 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-july-2022/) - This month started with our walking group meeting up to do a very local walk, partly due to the reduction in numbers and because the forecast was for a hot day. We started by walking around Bury Hill Ring and then strolled on to Rooksbury Lakes. We finished with lunch at the Poplar Farm Inn.
- [W.I. Newsletter August 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-august-2022/) - Not a lot on our calendar this month as traditionally we do not have a formal meeting in August, and we had to cancel our planned visit to Tyntesfield. The effects of the Pandemic are still being felt unfortunately and we just could not make the trip viable financially. Very disappointing, but understandable. The record-breaking
- [W.I. Newsletter September 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-september-2022/) - We were back in the Village Hall for this month’s meeting following our summer break and our President Lynne Lucas welcomed all those attending. We started with a Minute’s silence in memory of our dear late Queen who sadly died on 8th September. Her Majesty had been a WI member for many years and, since the
- [W.I. Newsletter October 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-october-2022/) - Bollywood came to Abbotts Ann this month courtesy of Annabel Brash from Farnborough. Apart from her day job, Annabel has been a fitness instructor for approximately 30 years and runs regular exercise classes including sessions in care homes. She started by giving us some background to the Bollywood film industry which is more productive than
- [W.I. Newsletter November 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-november-2022/) - Gosh it has been a busy month with lots on our calendar should our members choose to participate. First was our well attended coffee morning, the last for this year; then a few days later it was our walking Saturday. Six of us gathered at The Oak at Smannell to walk though Harmony Woods in
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Newsletter December 2022](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-w-i-newsletter-december-2022/) - Just two weeks after our November meeting we were back in the Village Hall for our festive December meeting. As usual there was some fretting (mostly by our poor hard-working Secretary) about whether it would work out ok, but of course as usual it did. Obviously, there was much done by the committee behind the
- [W.I. Newsletter January 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-january-2023/) - January has been a busy month for our members. It started with another well attended Coffee Morning on the 12th January. Members were pleased to catch up with each other following Christmas and the New Year. Just a few days later members were together again, but this time gathering at Esseborne Manor for a post-Christmas
- [W.I. Newsletter February 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-february-2023/) - This may have been a short month, but as usual there were WI dates on our calendar; first was our coffee morning in the sports pavilion for a chance to get together for a chat. Two days later and five members of our walking group strapped on their boots to walk around the lanes of
- [W.I. Newsletter March 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-march-2023/) - President Lynne Lucas welcomed members to this month’s meeting and then went on to let our members know about all the opportunities available in the coming months. These include a subsidised guided tour of Hillier Arboretum in June, a guided historical walk of Andover in July and a coach trip to Windsor in August, if
- [W.I. Newsletter April 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-april-2023/) - For those members who braved the torrential rain to attend it was a busy night. Lynne our President took us through all the opportunities available in the coming months. These range from our usual monthly walking and supper groups, coffee mornings as well as a guided walk around Hilliers Arboretum on June 22nd, a guided
- [W.I. Newsletter November 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-november-2017/) - There are so many opportunities for our members to meet up throughout the month, be it for walking, reading or eating, but we are still keen to get together at the end of the month and there was a large turn-out for this month’s meeting. Kate Bennett began the meeting by revealing the amount allocated
- [W.I. Newsletter December 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-december-2017/) - Not quite so much on our calendars for this month, but there was still time for fun, festivities, food, fairies and farewells – all with a capital F! Our meeting this month was very informal and full of fairies – yes you did read that correctly. As part of the evening’s fun we had been
- [W.I. Newsletter January 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-january-2018/) - Lots to talk about when we gathered back in the Village Hall this month: subscriptions, fete teas, resolution selection, coffee mornings, summer meetings and all the dates to be put on the calendar for the reading, walking, supper, lunch and breakfast clubs. Helen Jankowski bade us a fond farewell as she embarks on a new
- [W.I. Newsletter February 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-february-2018/) - Our speaker this month, Heather Wylde, shared her family's story of Love, Honour, Tragedy and Bravery. Heather had been intrigued that little mention was made of her uncle who went missing in World War II, but neither of her parents talked much about their experiences during that time. However, when she and her brother were
- [W.I. Newsletter May 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-may-2018/) - Annual Meeting time and this year as an incentive to attend, Lynne Lucas had the idea of beginning the evening with a fish and chip supper. Orders were taken, and individual boxes collected in time for our 7.30 p.m. start. It all went down very well. Especially when it was followed up with a delicious
- [W.I. Newsletter June 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-june-2018/) - This month is traditionally a Garden Meeting – and this year we met at Conholt Park in the northern corner of Hampshire. A last-minute change of plan involved a great deal of work for Colleen Jackson and she came up trumps with this venue. With temperatures hovering around 30°C, members moved around the garden searching
- [W.I. Newsletter July 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-july-2018/) - With all the doors and windows of the Village Hall open to allow the air to flow through to cool us all down, on yet another sultry hot summer evening, it is possible that the whole village could hear the shrieks of laughter emanating from our members this month. Judy Theobald, a journalist in local
- [W.I. Newsletter March 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-march-2018/) - March is always a busy month for members of Abbotts Ann WI and this year was no exception. All the usual activities took place this month despite the wintry conditions, including snow on two occasions. Mind you we were all dizzy with dates when we were advised of all the opportunities also available in the
- [W.I. Newsletter April 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-april-2018/) - Our members have spent another month catching up with each other at the various opportunities available, but there is still lots to organise when we gather for our meetings. The Village Hall resounds to us planning our walks, arranging pick-ups for the lunch, talking about whether we are going to the supper club or not,
- [W.I. Newsletter August 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-august-2018/) - Despite no monthly meeting in our diaries, some members have still taken the opportunity to meet up at the various social events that occurred this month. Several of us attended Hampshire Federation’s Centenary Event at Hillier’s Arboretum near Romsey on Saturday 4th August for an evening of celebrations. With arm bands checked on entry and
- [W.I. Newsletter September 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-september-2018/) - Summer is now over with autumn upon us, so this month meant being back in the village hall for our monthly meeting. For us this meant Yoga with Tamsin Kelly. No-one came along prepared by wearing a leotard, or any other sporty gear, not even under their day clothes, but that didn’t stop Tamsin urging
- [W.I. Newsletter October 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-october-2018/) - Our programme planner, had to get her thinking cap on, as our planned speaker for this month had to cancel due to work commitments, so instead of talking to us about working on a cruise ship – well, yes, he was all at sea. Fortunately for us Colleen Jackson found us Trevor Vidler from Hampshire
- [W.I. Newsletter November 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-november-2018/) - November has been a busy month for our members. First on our Calendar was a trip to the Odeon in Andover for a National Theatre Live production of the Alan Bennett play Allelujah! Some of us met up at various times of the day, depending on whether we attend the Breakfast Club, Lunch Club or
- [W.I. Newsletter December 2018](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-december-2018/) - At this time of year, it seems as if all WI events are condensed into the first two weeks of December – enabling us to then enjoy time with our families and non-WI friends. On the 8th I believe the breakfast club met at their favourite venue – Rosebourne Garden Centre at Weyhill – and
- [Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall -- Caretaker/Cleaner Part-Time Role](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-war-memorial-hall-caretaker-cleaner-part-time-role/) - Would a part-time role, paid monthly with a varied working pattern suit you? Then this is the opportunity for you - a flexible approach to work hours is essential. Approximately 19 hours per month to include afternoons, evenings and weekends depending on the hiring of the hall. Duties will include - showing potential hirers around
- [W.I. Newsletter January 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-january-2019/) - As I start to write this newsletter there is snow outside and our first monthly meeting of 2019 was scheduled for 31st January. However, we woke to dire warnings of snowbombs, evening commuter chaos and advice not to travel unless necessary! We received a flurry of emails as members responded to our President’s question as
- [Abbotts Ann Housing Project Update March 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-housing-project-update-march-2019/) - Housing Project Update:- We are making significant progress and expect that very soon we shall be able to announce a village consultation when we shall tell everyone about the housing development we are proposing to build for our village. We shall then seek your feedback, and, we hope, receive your backing. We have identified a
- [W.I. Newsletter February 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-february-2019/) - Following our cancellation of January’s meeting, this month there was a very good turn out and we gained two new members. Absence obviously does make the heart grow fonder. We were given updates on forthcoming dates and plans (subject to sufficient numbers) for a summer outing in August to Eltham Palace and possibly an historical
- [W.I. Newsletter March 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-march-2019/) - Travel and poetry seem to have been the theme for our members this month. Several of our members attended the Spring Meetings of the Anton Danebury Group in Weyhill and Hampshire Federation in Portsmouth. The guest speaker at the former was the Taxidriver Poet, James Haddow. He has obviously had a chequered love life and
- [W.I. Newsletter April 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-april-2019/) - Our meeting this month started with our President, Kate giving a heartfelt tribute to member Jacquie Wilson who had died on 31st March. This sudden death, following a devastating diagnosis, has saddened and shocked us all. Jacquie was a keen member of our Institute joining in with many activities and over the years had been
- [W.I. Newsletter May 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-may-2019/) - We have a new President; Kate Bennett stepped down from office and the committee, but not before she conducted this month’s meeting. Kate read out Annual Reports from our Treasurer and Secretary and then gave her own in her imitable style. She paid tribute to all who had supported her throughout her term of office,
- [W.I. Newsletter June 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-june-2019/) - For one month of the year we leave the Village Hall behind and venture further afield for a “garden” meeting and we were lucky to have a gloriously sunny and hot afternoon for the second year running. We met at The Whitchurch Silk Mill for a brief run-through of its history, courtesy of our volunteer
- [W.I. Newsletter July 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-july-2019/) - We have been out and about this month starting on the 4th July with an historical walk around Winchester. It is easy to forget, as we go about our everyday lives, that history is literally under our feet and sometimes, if we are lucky, still existing in front of our eyes. It was a lovely
- [W.I. Newsletter August 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-august-2019/) - We may not have a meeting this month, but we have still got together as all our various groups have met during August. However, our first gathering was right at the beginning of the month. You need several ingredients to have a successful outing, first it needs to be popular to make it viable and
- [W.I. Newsletter September 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-september-2019/) - Our hard work at the fete paid off as we raised over £850 towards the grand total. Our ladies baked and donated numerous cakes and then it was a team effort on the day; setting up in the morning, hanging bunting, decorating tables, creating small flower arrangements, keeping the urns topped up and boiled, making
- [W.I. Newsletter October 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-october-2019/) - A busy month for our members – all groups met except for the walkers who had to call off their planned ramble due to the weather. Nine of us travelled to Basingstoke for Hampshire Federation’s Autumn Meeting at The Anvil. We all enjoyed the morning session, especially the guest speaker, Sally Becker an inspiring woman
- [WI Newsletter - October 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-october-2013/) - One of the advantages of working hard at the village fete is that we also reap the reward, as we benefit from the funds distributed annually amongst the various organisations in the village. With the amount received last year we have been able to purchase a sound system for use at our meetings, and the
- [WI Newsletter - November 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-november-2013/) - You were warned that our November meeting would involve eating and drinking and it did, as we were transported around the UK with delicious cheeses by Laura the cheese & delicatessen specialist from Waitrose. Her colleague Pip, their wine expert, took us further afield with a selection of wine, champagne, beer, cider and port. There
- [WI Newsletter - December 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-december-2013/) - Despite all the storms that have lashed the UK in recent weeks (and are continuing as I write this in January 2014) we managed a walk this month; the first one since September. Thanks to Helen Stuart, who invariability comes up with ideas, we rambled around the picturesque Whitchurch. For those who merely pass through,
- [Manor Farm Planning Application](https://www.abbottsann.com/manor-farm-planning-application/) - The following communication was received from Michael Doherty I thought this planning application would be of interest for an article as one of the largest we have seen for the village in recent years. https://view-applications.testvalley.gov.uk/online-applications/applicationDetails.do?keyVal=PMK9JBQCIAO00&activeTab=summary Regards Mike
- [Parish Council Minutes December 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/december-2013-minutes/) - To view the minutes of the December 2013 meeting, please click here.
- [W.I. Newsletter October 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-october-2017/) - The last celebratory event on our Centenary Calendar was lunch at Esseborne Manor on 7th October. This was a chance for our members to sit back and relax and enjoy a delicious three course meal. Lynne Lucas, a member of the Centenary sub-Committee, had taken on the planning of the event and President Kate Bennett
- [Village Calendar for 2017 featuring photographs from Abbotts Ann & Little Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/village-calendar-2017-featuring-photographs-abbotts-ann-little-ann/) - Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall 2017 Calendar featuring photographs from Abbotts Ann & Little Ann The calendar is available NOW from the Village Shop for £7.50
- [W.I. Newsletter September 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-september-2017/) - We started the month serving tea and cake at the fete, plenty of customers meant a lot of hard work which was well rewarded. We also enjoyed talking to those who took an interest in our Centenary Exhibition, and were especially grateful to several visitors who helped us identify faces of past members. So many
- [W.I. Newsletter August 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-august-2017/) - Flushed with the success of our Centenary Tea Party we gathered back in the Village Hall later in July for our monthly meeting. Our President gave us all a pat on the back for such a successful event and read extracts from the congratulatory thank you letters received from attendees. Kate also reflected on some
- [W.I. Newsletter July 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-july-2017/) - How to celebrate our Centenary, this was the dilemma facing Aileen Catterson, Cecilia Cotton, Sue George & Sharon King (also known rather grandly as the Centenary Sub-Committee) as we met for the first time during the summer of 2016. It didn’t take long for one of the various ideas bandied around to settle down to
- [W.I. Newsletter June 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-june-2017/) - Thanks to the hard work of the Programme Sub-Committee we have much to look forward to in the coming year. Kate Bennett has been busy with her paint brushes and produced a very colourful Programme for us to get all those dates marked off on the Calendar. The topics range from the historical to the
- [W.I. Newsletter May 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-may-2017/) - I thought I would give you all a rest from my usual ramblings, and with a bit of arm-twisting our President Kate Bennett has allowed her quirky (as only Kate can do!) Annual Report presented at this month’s Annual Meeting to be reproduced here. PRESIDENT'S BOARD GAME Throw a 6 and we're off
- [W.I. Newsletter April 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-april-2017/) - A big thank you to all of you who supported us at our recent Easter Eggstravaganza – it was a great success. We were delighted to see so many of you and hope you all enjoyed yourselves. The proceeds of the morning are helping us fund our Centenary Celebrations later this year. Some of our
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- [Annual General Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council — Thursday 11th May 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/annual-general-meeting-abbotts-ann-parish-council-thursday-11th-may-2017/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend the Annual General Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council To be held Thursday 11th May 2017 at 19:00 at War Memorial Hall, Abbotts Ann AGENDA 1 1900 Election of Chairman 2 1902 Election of Vice Chairman 3 1904 Apologies for Absence 4 1905 Declarations of Interest a)
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- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Amended and Approved Meeting Minutes for 2nd March 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-approved-meeting-minutes-for-2nd-march-2017/) - Click HERE to review the Amended and Approved Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 2nd March 2017
- [W.I. Newsletter March 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-march-2017/) - It’s a wonder that any of our members manged to get a restful night’s sleep following our Meeting this month. Last time Graham Birchmore visited us he was here to analyse our handwriting with surprising results. This time he wanted to talk about Dream Interpretation. Many of us admitted to dreaming that we are falling,
- [W.I. Newsletter February 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-february-2017/) - We may not have had a speaker organised for this month's meeting, but to make up for it our members have been doing a lot of talking throughout this month. We chatted as we walked through wintery showers of sleet in very cold temperatures around Hatherden and Wherwell. We did laugh, as with our ages
- [W.I. Newsletter January 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-january-2017/) - Our members enjoyed a post-Christmas/late New Year Dinner in the Village Hall this month. It was a lovely relaxed evening as we all sat there whilst our various selections were cooked and brought to us. As usual Mr Davies from Southampton came up trumps, portions were generous and delicious. Unfortunately, this was the last occasion
- [Housing For Local People](https://www.abbottsann.com/housing-local-people/) - Slides presented to public meeting about housing for local people in Abbotts Ann Primary School on 19 January 2017 CLICK HERE
- [W.I. Newsletter December 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-december-2016/) - There are so many calls upon our members' time that the WI does tend to take a back seat during December, but the reading group still managed to fit in a session to discuss their latest book and the walking group rambled around Barton Stacey. Several members went to the Cinema to see Fantastic Beasts
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting Agenda for Thursday 2nd February 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-agenda-for-thursday-2nd-february-2017/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend the Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council To be held Thursday 2nd February 2017 at 19:00 at the War Memorial Hall AGENDA 1 1900 Apologies for Absence 2 1902 Declarations of Interest to be made 3 1903 Cllrs to agree the minutes to be an accurate record
- [Abbotts Ann Telephone Kiosk -- LAST FEW DAYS TO VOTE](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-telephone-kiosk-vote-now-on-how-you-would-like-it-to-be-used/) - The telephone kiosk has had a winter clean thanks to Liz Dell and we have a group of helpful volunteers ready to give the box a much needed lick of paint. After closer inspection the kiosk itself does need some repair. The perspex panels in the door have discoloured and need replacing and the door
- [AAV Community Energy Project](https://www.abbottsann.com/community-energy-project/) - As part of the Abbotts Ann Vision Community Energy Project, Andy Molloy, community energy expert, will speak and answer questions on what we can do in Abbotts Ann - how to reduce your fuel billgenerating energy for the communitycollective energy purchasingWar Memorial HallWednesday 9th July at 7:30pm Organised by Abbotts Ann Green Actionfor Abbotts Ann VisionTo find
- [The Bulbery Field Planning Application -- A Message from Abbotts Ann Action](https://www.abbottsann.com/the-bulbery-field-planning-application-a-message-from-abbotts-ann-action/) - A planning application has been submitted for the construction of 70 dwellings on land adjoining Duck Street and adjoining the southern outskirts of Abbotts Ann.Details of the application can be seen on-line:Google: TVBC Planning ApplicationsClick on View planning applications – Test Valley Borough CouncilAt View Applications Online enter 15/01634 in the search boxClick the Documents
- [Abbotts Ann has adopted the Phone Box (kiosk) outside the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-has-adopted-the-phone-box-kiosk-outside-the-village-hall/) - Abbotts Ann has adopted the Phone Box (kiosk) outside the Village Hall When Sir Giles Gilbert Scott’s red telephone box was introduced in the 1920s, few could have known that it was destined to be become an enduring icon of Britishness. The equipment of our Abbotts Ann kiosk has been removed and it is no
- [W.I. Newsletter November 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-november-2016/) - For some of us at this month's meeting it was if our life was flashing before our very eyes. Our speaker this month was Jill Hannington, who shared her memories of Andover during her childhood in the 1940s and 50s. Our journey back in time started at Hundred Acre Corner at the top of Weyhill
- [Approved Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 3rd November 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/draft-minutes-teh-parish-council-meeting-held-3rd-november-2016/) - Click HERE to review the Approved Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 3rd November 2016
- [Approved Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 6th October 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/draft-minutes-parish-council-meeting-held-6th-october-2016/) - Click HERE to review the Approved Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 6th October 2016
- [W.I. Newsletter October 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-october-2016/) - It was like time had slipped at this month's meeting; the Calendar showed October, indeed the autumn colours have been stunning this year, thoughts are reluctantly beginning to turn to Christmas and there was our speaker talking about Easter Eggs - but not the chocolate variety. Our speaker this month, Mark Wilson has a passion
- [W.I. Newsletter September 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-september-2016/) - The month started for us, as for so many in the village, with a busy day at Abbotts Ann Fete. We didn't stop; from the moment we arrived at 9.30 a.m. to start our set-up until the end of the afternoon, possibly a little earlier than usual due to the inclement weather, when it all
- [Approved Minutes of Abbotts Ann Parish Council Extraordinary Meeting held on 26th September 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/draft-minutes-abbotts-ann-parish-council-extraordinary-meeting-held-26th-september-2016/) - Click HERE to review the approved Minutes of the Parish Council Extraordinary Meeting held on 26th September 2016
- [Adoption of the Abbotts Ann Telephone Box](https://www.abbottsann.com/adoption-abbotts-ann-telephone-box/) - Click HERE to review the contract which allowed the Parish Council to purchase the Village Red Phone Box
- [Notice of Conclusion of Annual Return Audit ending 31st March 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/notice-conclusion-annual-return-audit-ending-31st-march-2016/)
- [Approved Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 1st September 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/draft-minutes-of-the-parish-council-meeting-held-on-1st-september-2016/) - Click HERE to review the Approved Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 1st September 2016
- [W.I. Newsletter August 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-august-2016/) - It never does any harm to have a break from routine, and as much as we enjoy all things WI some of our regular activities have taken a backseat this month, although we have still managed a lunch and a walk. For a change the lunch group met at the beginning of the month, this
- [Annual Return for year ending 31st March 2016 (AUDITED)](https://www.abbottsann.com/annual-return-year-ending-31st-march-2016-unaudited/) - Please find HERE the audited Annual Return for Abbotts Ann Parish Council
- [Save energy - reduce your bills with Thermal Imaging](https://www.abbottsann.com/save-energy-reduce-your-bills/) - THERMAL IMAGING Do you have high heating bills? Are you wasting energy? Abbotts Ann Green Action will arrange a thermal imaging survey of your house at the cost of £10 to help you find where you are losing heat without realising it, and where you could save energy. Contact: Ann Hopwood tel: 710090 Email: jann.hopwood@gmail.com
- [Approved Abbotts Ann Parish Council Minutes -- 16th August 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/approved-abbotts-ann-parish-council-minutes-16th-august-2016/) - Click HERE to review the APPROVED Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 16th August 2016
- [Approved Minutes of Parish Council Meeting held on 21st July 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/approved-minutes-parish-council-meeting-held-21st-july-2016/) - Click HERE to review the APPROVED Minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on 21st July 2016
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting Agenda -- Thursday 16th August 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-agenda-thursday-16th-august-2016/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend the Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council To be held Tuesday 16th August 2016 at 19:00 at the War Memorial Hall AGENDA 1 1900 Apologies for Absence 2 1901 Declarations of Interest to be made 3 1903 Cllrs to agree the minutes to be
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting Agenda -- 1st Sept 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-agenda-1st-sept-2016/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend theMeeting of Abbotts Ann Parish CouncilTo be held Thursday 1st September 2016 at 19:00 at the War Memorial HallAGENDA1Apologies for Absence2Declarations of Interest to be made3Cllrs to agree the minutes to be an accurate record of the meeting held on 16th August 20164Actions to be reported (previously
- [W.I. Newsletter July 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-july-2016/) - We have had a very enjoyable and social time this month. The walking group had a lovely ramble around Stockbridge Down, the sun was shining and there were plenty of fauna and flora to see, but not necessarily identify. This was followed by a very pleasant lunch at the Abbotts Mitre in Chilbolton. Meanwhile the
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting Agenda -- 21st July 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-agenda-21st-july-2016/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend theMeeting of Abbotts Ann Parish CouncilTo be held Thursday 21st July 2016 at 7.00pm at War Memorial HallAGENDA11900 Newly Elected Councillors to sign Declarations of Acceptance of OfficeCllrs to note resignation, as temporary councillors, of Borough Councillors Flood and Stallard21903Councillors to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman31908Apologies
- [Notice of uncontested Election](https://www.abbottsann.com/notice-of-uncontested-election/) - NOTICE OF UNCONTESTED ELECTION Test Valley Borough CouncilElection of Parish Councillors forAbbotts AnnonThursday 4 August 2016I, being the Returning Officer at the above election, report that the persons whose names appear below were duly elected Parish Councillors for Abbotts Ann. Name of Candidate Home Address ABRAMTimMinaki, Cattle Lane, Abbotts Ann, Andover, SP11 7DTDOHERTYMikeBelmont, Abbotts Ann, Andover,
- [W.I. Newsletter June 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-june-2016/) - For our meeting this month, we enjoyed a leisurely "cruise" up and down the Basingstoke Canal. Whilst June 2016 has been unseasonably cool and wet, for us the weather came up trumps as it remained dry with occasional glimpses of sun throughout the afternoon. We left from Odiham and travelled towards Basingstoke, stopping at Odiham
- [W.I. Newsletter May 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-may-2016/) - This month's meeting should have been sponsored by a major supplier of pens, as there were so many sign-up sheets available on which to put our names, it is a wonder any of us had any ink left at the end of the evening. Opportunities included a canal trip, our summer outing, Abba's Angels, lunch
- [Parish Council Meeting on 9th June Cancelled](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-meeting-9th-june-cancelled/) - ABBOTTS ANN PARISH COUNCIL The Parish Council Meeting due to take place at 7.00pm on 9th June 2016 at the War Memorial Hall is hereby cancelled. The date of the next Parish Council meeting will be published in due course. Clare CotterellClerk to Abbotts Ann Parish CouncilE: abbottsannparishcouncil@gmail.comT: 01264 782869
- [Abbotts Ann Casual Vacancy for a Councillor](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-casual-vacancy-councillor/) - ABBOTTS ANN PARISH COUNCIL CASUAL VACANCY FOR A COUNCILLORNotice given under Rule 5 of the of the Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) (England and Wales) Rules 20061 There are vacancies on the Parish Council caused by the resignations of Alice Coffey, Bernard Griffiths and Brian Sims.2 A by-election to fill the vacancy will be held
- [Abbotts Ann Casual Vacancy for a Councillors](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-casual-vacancy-for-a-councillor/) - ABBOTTS ANN PARISH COUNCIL CASUAL VACANCY FOR A COUNCILLORNotice given under Rule 5 of the of the Local Elections (Parishes and Communities) (England and Wales) Rules 20061 There are vacancies on the Parish Council caused by the resignations of Beth Deacon and Elizabeth Howard.2 A by-election to fill the vacancy will be held if, not later than
- [Eagle Inn 7th Beer & Cider Festival](https://www.abbottsann.com/7th-beer-cider-festival/) - The Eagle Inn Abbotts Ann7th Beer & Cider Festivall0th, 11th and 12th June25 Real Ales and CiderBBQLive musicFriday evening - Stone PigSaturday evening - Watching WallaceSunday afternoon - The Honey Street BandWe will be showing England v Russia 8pm onSaturday night between the music and all thematches during the EuropeanChampionships.www. facebook.com/Eagleinntheeagleinn.wordpress.comNo admittance after 11pm
- [WI Newsletter April 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-april-2016/) - Our speaker at the W.I. this month Andrew Negus (no relation to Arthur) is obviously passionate about history and in particular the City of Salisbury. A teacher by profession, he had our members and visitors enthralled as, with the aid of slides, he brought to life the early settlement located on Bishopsdown Ridge at Old
- [Abbotts Ann Green Action AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-green-action-agm/) - Everyone who is interested is welcome to the:Abbotts Ann Green Action Annual General MeetingWednesday April 27th at 7.30 War Memorial Hall Presentation by the Climate Justice Ambassadors*Community Energy – the next stepsElections for a new committeeDiscuss what AAGA is doing and plans to doEnjoy a glass of wine or Abbotts Ann Apple Juice *The Climate Justice Ambassadors are children
- [Annual General Meeting of the Parish Council -- Thursday 19th May at 7pm](https://www.abbottsann.com/annual-general-meeting-of-the-parish-council-thursday-19th-may-at-7pm/) - The Annual General Meeting of the Parish Council will be held on Thursday 19th May at 7pm at the War Memorial Hall.
- [W.I. Newsletter March 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-march-2016-2/) - Be warned, next time our members receive a handwritten missive from their friends and family they will be using tips on graphology to discover the writer's true character traits. It's not just the way we cross and dot the relevant letters, but whether we space out the lines and characters or write very small and
- [Abbotts Ann Annual Parish Assembly 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-annual-parish-assembly-2016/) - It has been a very busy year for the Abbotts Ann Parish Council:New Parish Council elected in May 2015 2 long term councillors brand new councillors A new Parish Clerk Retirement of Chairman after 27 years in charge Election of a new Chairman And to top it all, a new approach to the Annual Parish Assembly!
- [W.I. Newsletter February 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-march-2016/) - Kate Bennett, our President, reported that the feedback on our annual dinner at our January meeting had been very positive and we have already booked the caterers for 2017! The proceeds of our monthly coffee mornings, and donations in lieu of sending Christmas cards, had totalled £128.00 and this has now been sent to the
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Minutes (Amended) held on 7th January 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-minutes-held-on-7th-january-2016/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council which were approved and amended7th January 2016 click HERE
- [Parish Council Minutes January 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/january-2014-minutes/) - To view the minutes of the meeting, held on 2nd January 2014, please click here.
- [WI Newsletter - January 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-january-2014/) - The first event on our calendar for 2014 was the post-Christmas dinner and we could relax and enjoy the evening now that all the festive preparations and activities were behind us. The hall had been decorated with fairy lights, the tables were glowing, literally, with snowflakes, not the white short-lived variety that fall from the
- [Parish Council Minutes February 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/february-2014-minutes/) - To view the minutes of the meeting, held on 6th February 2014, please click here.
- [WANTED -- Tree Warden and Footpaths Officer](https://www.abbottsann.com/wanted-tree-warden-and-footpaths-officer/) - ABBOTTS ANN PARISH COUNCILTwo honorary official posts, of TREE WARDEN and FOOTPATHS OFFICER for the Parish Council, are currently vacant.The Tree Warden helps to advise the Parish Council on applications for tree works in the village – for tree pruning, felling, lopping, topping, etc. It is an important role in this rural setting, and ideally,
- [W.I. Newsletter January 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-january-2016/) - Little did we know when we invited local Magician, Michael King, to entertain us at our New Year Dinner that we would be putting our necks on the line, well at least one of our members did.We were all able to sit back and relax as our delicious three-course dinner was cooked and served to
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Minutes (Amended) -- 3rd December 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-minutes-3rd-december-2015/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council which were amended3rd December 2015 click HERE
- [Chairman's Report for the Year presented at the Annual Parish Assembly](https://www.abbottsann.com/chairmans-report-for-the-year-presented-at-the-annual-parish-assembly/) - CHAIRMAN’S REPORT TO ANNUAL PARISH ASSEMBLY, 14TH MAY 2015I would like to start by thanking all the parishioners of Abbotts Ann who took the trouble to turn out on 7th May to cast their votes in the three elections. A large turnout gives validity to all elections and the parish councillors who have been elected
- [W.I. Newsletter December 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-december-2015/) - December is such a busy month, so much to be done and all by the 25th, but several of our members still managed to fit in a visit to the cinema to see Lady in the Van, which I believe they enjoyed, and the reading group met to discuss their latest literary selection. The walking
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Minutes -- 3rd August 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-minutes-3rd-august-2015/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council3rd August 2015 click HERE
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Minutes -- 30th July 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-minutes-30th-july-2015/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council30th July 2015 click HERE
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Minutes -- 3rd September 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-minutes-3rd-september-2015/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council3rd September 2015 click HERE
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Minutes -- 2nd July 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-minutes-2nd-july-2015/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council2nd July 2015 click HERE
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting -- 4th June 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-4th-june-2015/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council4th June 2015 click HERE
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Minutes -- 12th November 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-minutes-12th-november-2015/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council12th November 2015 click HERE
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Minutes -- 1st October 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-minutes-1st-october-2015/) - To view the Corrected Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council1st October 2015 click HERE
- [W.I. Newsletter November 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-november-2015/) - Unfortunately, the rather wet weather put paid to the walking group's plans this month, but the reading group gathered to discuss their latest selection, Carol Taylor hosted the coffee morning and the supper club met at The White Horse Inn in Thruxton. It was a lively group and everyone was delighted with their main course
- [ABBOTTS ANN PARISH COUNCIL – BULBERY FIELD](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-bulbery-field/) - Thank you very much to all those who came to the Extraordinary Meeting of the Parish Council on Monday, 3rd August, at which the proposed development at Bulbery Field was debated.Mr Mike Jones, representing the promoter, Richborough Estates, came to answer questions from villagers.Mr Jones explained the role of the promoter as having to work
- [CLERK AND RESPONSIBLE FINANCIAL OFFICER CANDIDATE](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerk-and-responsible-financial-officer-candidate-2/) - ABBOTTS ANN PARISH COUNCIL IS LOOKING FOR A SUITABLE CANDIDATEFOR THE POST OFCLERK AND RESPONSIBLE FINANCIAL OFFICERThe Parish Council is on the first tier of local government, with the purpose of maintaining and enhancing life in the village of Abbotts Ann.The post is part-time, for 15 hours per week, working from home. Working hours are flexible,
- [W.I. Newsletter October 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-october-2015/) - It has certainly been an historical month and may be at times hysterical.We were given a detailed explanation of the Battle of Waterloo by Dan & Peter Snow at the Autumn Meeting of the Hampshire Federation in Basingstoke. Both are passionate about history and certainly brought their subject to life. They have obviously enjoyed collaborating
- [Babes in the Wood -- 4th, 5th and 6th December 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/babes-in-the-wood-4th-5th-and-6th-december-2015/) - The latest installment of the annual pantomime from The Abbotts Ann PlayersBabes in the Wood. Two children are left in the dubious care of the Sheriff of Nottingham, ultimately rescued by the brave Robin Hood. With heroes, villains, kidnappings, ghosts, chases, sword-fights and jokes all round from the village idiots Smash ‘n ’Grab, this pantomime
- [W.I. Newsletter September 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-september-2015/) - We were like children in a sweet shop at this month's meeting. Ann from The Clothes Shop in Newbury had brought along a vast selection of hats which included ones from her personal collection, previously worn by her mother and aunt at family weddings, as well the latest models available to purchase or hire from
- [Abbotts Ann Firework Display & Bonfire Night](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-firework-display-bonfire-night/)
- [W.I. Newsletter August 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-august-2015/) - For a variety of reasons it was not possible to organise our annual summer outing for the first week in August this year, as we usually do, instead we opted for the second week, Thursday 13th, but never again. The first venue selected was vetoed, the next two were unable to accommodate us and so
- [W.I. Newsletter July 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-july-2015/) - As a reward for reading our very long newsletter last month, our news this month will be brief and to the point.The Supper Club went further afield and met at The Plough in Sparsholt and enjoyed excellent food on a warm summer's evening. It was a very busy venue and we had our own little
- [W.I. Newsletter June 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-june-2015/) - There is a lot to tell you about this month, so I should go and put the kettle on before you settle to read this month's report of our activities, as we have been celebrating being 100 years old. Not personally you understand, but the Women's Institute first came to these shores, from Canada, in
- [Extraordinary Parish Council Meeting on Monday 3rd August 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/extraordinary-parish-council-meeting-monday-3rd-august-2015/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend theExtraordinary Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish CouncilTo be held Monday 3rd August 2015 at 7.00pm in Abbotts Ann War Memorial HallAGENDA To Report1Apologies for AbsenceTo Declare2Declarations of Interest to be madeTo Note3Public Participation To Propose4Planning: Cllrs to propose a response to the planning application 15/01634/OUTN – Land at Bulbery
- [WI Newsletter - February 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2014/) - Our speaker this month was a very colourful character - literally, Maggie Forbes with her red hair and multi-coloured trousers came to share her passion for fabric with us. Maggie cannot bear to see anything thrown away, no matter how worn or shabby, if she can salvage a scrap here and there to use to
- [Parish Council Minutes March 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/march-2014-minutes-pdf/) - To view the minutes of the meeting, held on 6th March 2014, please click here.
- [WI Newsletter - March 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-march-2014/) - If you suddenly see any of our members running up down the village streets, or taking up cycling or any other form of hearty exercise then you will know which ones are now taking a daily dose of bee pollen. Fred the Wiltshire Beekeeper told us that not only does he take it every day,
- [Parish Council Minutes April 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/april-2014-minutes/) - To view the minutes of the meeting, held on 3rd April 2014, please click here.
- [WI Newsletter - April 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2014/) - April has not been such a busy month for us, but there were still opportunities to meet up with fellow members. Our Supper Club went to the Bell & Crown at Hatherden this month. A large group of us gathered to enjoy good food, fine wine and entertaining companyThe walking group enjoyed a lovely stroll
- [Parish Council Minutes May 2014 (AGM)](https://www.abbottsann.com/minutes-of-annual-general-meeting-may-2014/) - To view the minutes of the Annual General Meeting, held on 1st May 2014, please click here.
- [WI Newsletter - May 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-may-2014/) - The month of May has gone very quickly, despite there being five Thursdays in the month, and here I am again attempting to reduce our activities to a few paragraphs (you should be so lucky!).We have done all the usual things, mostly in Longparish, as this was the chosen location for our walk, followed by
- [Parish Council Accounts - May 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/may-2014/) - Click here to view the accounts for May 2014.
- [Green Action News - July 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/green-action-news-july-2014/) - Apple Day 2014 will be on October 12th from 2pm until 5pm at the War Memorial Hall. Bring your apples for juicing in our famous apple press (let David know if you have lots to be collected – david.read@mybroadbandmail.com) or your delicious offering for the tastiest apple recipe competition. Lots more – watch the Parish Magazine for
- [Late Evening Visit to Cress Beds in Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/late-evening-visit-to-cress-beds-in-abbotts-ann/) - On the evening of Thursday July 9th from 8pm until late there is another opportunity to visit Abbotts Ann cress beds, by kind permission of Vitacress.We shall hear about the ecology of the Pillhill Brook, the local otters and water voles, and see our local bats and what has been caught in the moth traps.
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Financial Report 2014/2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-financial-report-20142015/) - FINANCIAL REPORT 2014/15Last year, I was asked, on the basis of my professional experience, to help with the financial records of the Parish Council. The Parish Council then decided officially to separate the roles of Parish Clerk and Responsible Financial Officer. This is a normal practice in larger parishes, having the effect both of sharing
- [Parish Council 2015-2016 Budget](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-2015-2016-budget/) - The 2015-2016 Parish Council budget can be viewed here AAPC Jan 2015.1 and includes the actual figures for 2013-2014 and also a forecast for the rest of 2015 financial year.
- [W.I. Newsletter May 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-may-2015/) - This month was our Annual Meeting and I don't think I can do any better than share with you part of our President, Kate Bennett's report of the past 12 months."Well, I have completed my first year as President and must say I have found it interesting, educational, challenging at times but overall very enjoyable.
- [Local Farm Visit](https://www.abbottsann.com/local-farm-visit/) - On the evening of Friday 26th June there is an opportunity to visit a local farm, by kind permission of Matthew Read of Saxley Farm, starting at 6:30 and lasting about 2 hours.There will be a chance to see several different types of arable crop, find out about cultivation methods and requirements, see a field-sized
- [Murder Mystery Evening on Saturday 20th June 2015 at 7:30pm](https://www.abbottsann.com/murder-mystery-evening-on-saturday-20th-june-2015-at-730pm/) - atAbbotts Ann War Memorial HallTickets on sale in Abbotts Ann Village Shop Hosted by The War Memorial Hall Committee and proudly presented by The Abbotts Ann Players.Enquiries call Lisa 710231
- [DRAFT Minutes from both Annual Parish & Council Meeting on 14th May 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/draft-minutes-from-both-annual-parish-council-meeting-on-14th-may-2015/) - Please find the DRAFT minutes of the Annual Parish Meeting held on 14th May 2015 HEREAlso, the DRAFT minutes of the Parish Council Meeting held on the same evening which can be found HERE
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Annual Accounts 2014-2015 RESTATED with notes](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-annual-accounts-2014-2015-restated-with-notes/) - The Abbotts Ann Parish Council Annual Accounts for 2014 to 2015 have been RESTATED HEREand all changes are highlighted in GREEN
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Annual Accounts 2014-2015 with notes](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-annual-accounts-2014-2015-with-notes/) - In the document HERE you will find Abbotts Ann Parish Council Annual Accounts 2014-2015 with associated notes
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Accounts to Year End 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-parish-council-accounts-to-year-end-2015/) - You will find HERE a complete breakdown of the Parish Council Accounts until 31st December 2015
- [W.I. Newsletter April 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-april-2015/) - I believe it is a given that most women give a lot of thought to their wardrobe; what to buy, what to wear, how it looks, does it fit, does the colour suit …. etc. - but do we think about whether our choices actually reflect our role in society. I very much doubt it.Well
- [Winchester Morris Men dance at the Eagle](https://www.abbottsann.com/winchester-morris-men-dance-at-the-eagle/) - Winchester Morris Men will be dancing in Abbotts Ann, at the Eagle, on Wednesday 3rd June 2015 at 8.45 pmWinchester Morris Men dance what is known as Cotswold Morris from the South MidlandsThe Morris Dance is one of the oldest continuing traditions of rural England, and in its origins, was thought by some to welcome
- [WI Newsletter - June 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2014/) - We are in the midst of the World Cup (yawn, yawn) and Wimbledon (Ace!) at the moment and our new doubles partnership of Kate Bennett (President) and Lynne Lucas (Secretary) stepped onto Centre Court, well ok the village hall, and served up a delightful evening of updates and entertainment. They suffered a little from pre-match
- [W.I. Newsletter March 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-march-2015/) - We have watched the latest exploits of Dame Judi Dench and her cohorts, as they enjoy a second lease of life in The Second Best Marigold Hotel, savoured an excellent supper at the newly opened Lion in Clanville and laughed with Janet Street-Porter at the HCFWI Spring Meeting in Portsmouth Guildhall. At the same meeting
- [Parish Council Meeting -- 23rd December 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-meeting-23rd-december-2014/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council 23rd December 2014 click HERE
- [Parish Council Election May 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-election-may-2015/) - There is due to be an election for places on Abbotts Ann Parish Council on 7th May, concurrent with the general election, and anyone with an interest in the future of our community is encouraged to put themselves forward as a candidate so that there is as wide a field as possible for electors in the
- [Clerk's Concluding Column](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-concluding-column/) - AUGUST 2014The Electronic Era.Not many people know that it’s 32 years since, after some gentle arm-twisting, your scribe found himself serving a 2-year stint as Clerk to the Parish Council of Abbotts Ann. In those days there were plenty of electric gadgets, but electronic gizmos were hardly out of nappies. Brick-sized mobile phones worked in
- [Extra Ordinary Parish Council Meeting -- 17th December 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/extra-ordinary-parish-council-meeting-17th-december-2014/) - To view the Minutes Extra Ordinary Parish Council Meeting -- 17th December 2014 click HERE
- [Parish Council Minutes -- 3rd December 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-minutes-december-2014/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council 3rd December 2014 click HERE
- [Mayor's Mystery Evening](https://www.abbottsann.com/mayors-mystery-evening/)
- [Parish Council Meeting -- 6th November 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-meeting-6th-november-2014/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council 6th November 2014 click HERE
- [WI Newsletter February 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2015/) - Instead of sharing our own memories at this month's meeting, due to a last minute change to the Programme, it was our mother's and grandmother's memories which were invoked. It was Deborah Wheeler, or at least her alter-ego Mrs Queenie Stacey, who took us back to 1942, in the midst of the World War II
- [Parish Council Minutes -- October 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-minutes-october-2014/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council September 2014 click HERE
- [Planning Decisions and Applications for August 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/planning-decisions-and-applications-for-august-2014/) - To view the Planning Decisions and Applications for August 2014, please click HERE
- [Parish Council Accounts -- December 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-accounts-december-2014/) - You can review a summary of the Abbotts Ann Parish Council Accounts HERE
- [W.I. Newsletter January 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-january-2015/) - Mention was made last month of the Centenary Baton which is making its progress through England, Wales and the Islands culminating in its arrival at the Royal Albert Hall on 4th June. Well it passed through our corner of Hampshire on Saturday 17th January, but blink and you missed it! Despite all the pleas for
- [Parish Magazine February 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-february-2014/) - Please click to view Parish Magazine February 2014 which will open a PDF copy in your browser
- [Parish Magazine January 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-january-2015/) - Please click to view Parish Magazine January 2015 which will open a PDF copy in your browser
- [Parish Magazine June 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/june-2014-parish-magazine/) - Please click to view Parish Magazine June 2014 which will open a PDF copy in your browser
- [Parish Magazine July 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/july-2014-parish-magazine/) - Please click to view Parish Magazine July 2014 which will open a PDF copy in your browser
- [Parish Magazine August 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/august-2014-parish-magazine/) - Please click to view Parish Magazine August 2014 which will open a PDF copy in your browser
- [Parish Magazine September 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/september-2014-parish-magazine/) - Please click to view Parish Magazine September 2014 which will open a PDF copy in your browser
- [Parish Magazine December 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-december-2014/) - Please click to view Parish Magazine December 2014 which will open a PDF copy in your browser
- [W.I. Newsletter December 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-december-2014/) - At this month's meeting Trisha Lewis took us down memory lane with the aid of music, illustrations and memorabilia as she reminded us of Christmases past. She sang, encouraging us to join in with the familiar tunes, and showed us various objects she had collected along the years. We were transported back to our
- [W.I. Newsletter November 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-november-2014/) - There was an element of jeopardy for this month's meeting; would our replacement speaker turn up or not? All concerns were immediately dispelled when Andy Rhind-Tutt, not only arrived on time, with his wife, but also turned out to be one of our best speakers ever. Andy is a very busy man and is passionate
- [W.I. Newsletter October 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-october-2014/) - Some of our members have been fantastically busy this month; several attended the Anton Danebury Group meeting where the guest speaker was Thomas Plant - of Flog It & Antiques Road Trip fame - he said he wanted to talk about his favourite subject, himself! He was an amusing, entertaining speaker and gave an insight
- [Parish Council Accounts  -- September 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-accounts-september-2014/) - You can review a summary of the Abbotts Ann Parish Council Accounts HERE
- [Parish Council Meeting Minutes - September 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-meeting-minutes-september-2014/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council September 2014 click HERE
- [W.I. Newsletter September 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/w-i-newsletter-september-2014/) - A very brief summary of our activities this month as time constraints are shorter than usual (due to holiday commitments). Naturally we have done everything we usually do during the month which can be summarised as walking, chatting, eating and drinking basically! We did meet back in the Village Hall, following our summer break, and
- [Parish Magazine October 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-october-2014/) - Please click to view Parish Magazine October 2014 which will open a PDF copy in your browser
- [Abbotts Ann in World War 1](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-in-world-war-1/) - Abbotts Ann in World War 1 - an exhibition Abbotts Ann Parish Council invite you to come and see how the village was affected by the Great War (and vice versa) Abbotts Ann War Memorial HallSat 26 Jul 10am – 4pmAdmission freeAlso at the Museum of Army Flying, Middle Wallop, Sat 2 - Sun 3 Aug,
- [WI Newsletter -- July 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2014/) - ABBOTTS ANN WOMEN'S INSTITUTE NEWSLETTER JULY 2014 It doesn't seem possible that it is already August as I write a summary of our activities in July. Where has the time gone? First on the calendar this month was our coffee morning which was well attended and the following day the Supper Club. This time we
- [Parish Council Meeting Minutes August 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-meeting-minutes-august-2014/) - To view the Minutes of the Meeting of the Parish Council August 2014 click HERE
- [Parish Council Accounts -- August 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-accounts-august-2014/) - Click here to view the accounts for July 2014.
- [Parish Council Accounts - July 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-accounts-july-2014/) - Click here to view the accounts for July 2014.
- [Parish Council Minutes July 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-minutes-july-2014/) - To view the minutes of the meeting, held on Thursday 3rd July 2014, please click HERE
- [Parish Council Minutes June 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-minutes-may-2014/) - To view the minutes of the meeting, held on Thursday 5th Junr 2014, please click HERE
- [Planning Decisions and Applications for June 2014](https://www.abbottsann.com/planning-decisions-and-applications-for-june-2014/) - To view the Planning Decisions and Applications for June 2014, please click HERE
- [ Abbotts Ann  Magazine](https://www.abbottsann.com/the-abbotts-ann-village-magazine/) - ABBOTTS ANN MAGAZINE Price 50p from the Village Shop or delivered free in Abbotts Ann on subscription at £6 per annum. Monthly or Annual advertising is available and leaflet drops can be arranged. Advertising rates are as follows:- Monthly advertising (black and white only) Quarter page £15 per insertion Half page £30 per insertion
- [Formal Opening of the Village Post Office and Shop](https://www.abbottsann.com/formal-opening-of-the-village-post-office-and-shop/) - The Village Post Office and Shop is located in the centre of Abbotts Ann in what is known locally as Duck Street, however you will not find a street sign that says so. Almost everyone turned out for the opening as well as the annual fete also held in the main street. Click on the
- [Clerk's Column September 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-september-2005/) - A small, dusty suitcase had been lurking on the top shelf of a cupboard at Ash Barn for 22 years. At the Council Meeting on 1st September, the “new” Clerk placed it on the Jubilee Room table to cries of recognition – “Arthur’s case!” When this Clerk first took office in 1982, the mantle of
- [Clerk's Column October 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-october-2005/) - The Meeting of the Parish Council on 6th October opened on a note of sadness, as the Chairman, Mr. Bernard Griffiths, paid tribute to the late Margot Townsend, expressing the Council’s great appreciation of her loyal and effective support, not only for the Council but for the whole community. She will be sorely missed. The
- [Clerk's Column November 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-november-2005/) - Visibility. At last it is plain for all to see that the Parish Council can get things done. There are white lines again on all the corners – except one. The operators ran out of steam, paint, or maybe courage, on the corner by Pennymarsh, but the Council has fulfilled one of its main functions
- [Clerk's Column December 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-december-2005/) - Planning and Technology. The arrival of Broadband was expected to revolutionise the life of our ancient village; we were led to believe that letter-boxes would soon only be seen as rarities on the Antiques Roadshow. Eager not to be left behind, the Parish Council decided to make a quantum leap into the 21st Century by
- [Clerk's Column January 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-january-2006/) - Local Government Reform. Hands up all those who know who David Milliband is. He is well-known at ODPM, and we all know what that stands for, as Minister for Communities (that inescapable word) and Local Government. Under the steady guidance of John Prescott, Mr Milliband is hard at work on a plan (according to a
- [Clerk's Column February 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-february-2006/) - Fireworks. Feedback from the mention of firework displays in the last Newsletter reflects the anxiety of a silent, and silence-loving, majority of the villagers. No-one, but no-one, likes being woken up in the middle of the night; loud bangs after bed-time can be terrifying for people of all ages, as well as to animals, and
- [Clerk's Column March 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-march-2006/) - Teeth. We can all think of some silly questions about odd place-names (such as “Who was Little Ann?”), but the answers usually lie in the remote past; not always, however, as the one-time residents of Lower Clatford are aware. Another not-so-old name is in a remote Yorkshire village where you will find yourself crossing False
- [Clerk's Column April 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-april-2006/) - Litter and other nuisances. The Clean Up Test Valley Campaign has sent us some fliers and sticky posters with which to decorate the village, warning that Enforcement Officers are on patrol with powers to obtain fines of up to £2,500. The CUTVC spokesperson* at Beech Hurst, gave assurances that Test Valley's own Officers would be
- [Clerk's Column May 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-may-2006/) - To view the May 2006 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column June 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-june-2006/) - DeClog. So farewell then to ODPM and to any more John Prescott jokes. Somehow Ruth Kelly seems rather joke-proof, unless it was she who invented the acronym for the new Department for Communities and Local Government. It would be great if this meant the wholesale removal of cholesterol from the departmental arteries, especially in areas
- [Clerk's Column July 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-july-2006/) - Regional Government. The National Association of Local Councils has been keeping a close eye on the activities of the energetic David Milliband, Minister for Communities and Local Government; now freed from the burden of covering up for his old boss, J--n Pr----tt, he is putting the finishing touches to the new White Paper on Local
- [Clerk's Column August 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-august-2006/) - To view the August 2006 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column September 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-september-2006/) - Climate Change. To bring folk down to earth after enjoying their globally-warmed holidays, a Private Member's Bill, introduced by Mark Lazarowicz (a Scottish MP), has become The Sustainable Energy Act. Disappointingly this has nothing to do with keeping older folk full of beans, so that they can go on working into their 90s, but is
- [Clerk's Column October 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-october-2006/) - To view the October 2006 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column November 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-november-2006/) - Lull before the Storm? Between the detonations of early September and the expected explosions of November 5th, October has been such a relatively quiet month that your Clerk has been able to start getting to grips with the filing system, at least to the extent that there are now two empty shelves in the Jubilee
- [Clerk's Column December 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-december-2006/) - To view the December 2006 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column January 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-january-2007/) - Parish Power "What does the Parish Council do?" is an oddly difficult question to answer, because strictly in terms of direct action the reply is "Not a lot." It is easier to answer by indicating what it would be like if the Council did not exist. So, a recent small drama, though not part of
- [Clerk's Column February 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-february-2007/) - Questions, questions Some of us would very much like to know what the Powers that Be, in their air-conditioned ivory towers, bulging with full-time officials, think that Parish Councillors and Clerks do all day. They surely do not imagine that the main task of many (very part-time) Clerks consists of providing a massive umbrella with
- [Clerk's Column March 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-march-2007/) - To view the March 2007 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column April 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-april-2007/) - To view the April 2007 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column May 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-may-2007/) - Election Time. Parish Council. Since the media kept banging on about them presumably everyone knew that there were elections all over the place on May 3rd; and as no-one in the village lives very far from a notice-board, it is hoped that most of us were aware that these included elections to Parish Councils. Here
- [Clerk's Column June 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-june-2007/) - Planning. The Andover Airfield saga continues. Tesco's agents have still not submitted an application, but the opposition is taking advantage of the delay. On May 17th a meeting in our War Memorial Hall was attended, among others, by the Chairmen of 8 Parish Councils, together with Phil Lashbrook, TVBC Councillor, and Peter Derbyshire representing RoADAC
- [Clerk's Column July 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-july-2007/) - To view the July 2007 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column August 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-august-2007/) - Rising Tide of Democracy? In the world of journalism, the Summer Holiday period has always been known as the Silly Season, and when even the Daily Telegraph features a very large lady involuntarily doing a King Canute by getting stuck in a deckchair on a beach with a rising tide, you know it is time
- [Clerk's Column September 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-september-2007/) - Shipshapely. How do you clean a barbecue? Well, wire wool and elbow-grease can remove the accumulated gunge in the end, but apparently the best implement is a Barbecue Brush. These should be re-named, as they are also being found to produce interesting results on barnacled boat-bottoms, rusty railings and peeling paintwork. Your Parish Council, not
- [Clerk's Column October 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-october-2007/) - The Shed. As readers of the Andover Advertiser will be aware, the developers of the Airfield site have been bending over backwards to show that they have listened to us and actually read some of our letters. As a result they have made some pretty drastic changes to their plans in terms of reducing -
- [Clerk's Column November 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-november-2007/) - Shops."A Nation of Shopkeepers" was Napoleon's summing up of the British character, though no-one knows whether he meant it as a compliment; and Adam Smith, founder of the science (?) of Economics, also talked about a nation governed by shopkeepers. It is strange that well within living memory, apart perhaps from Boots, W.H.Smith and Woolworths,
- [Clerk's Column December 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-december-2007/) - QUIET ON THE WESTERN FRONT.It was expected that by the time you read this, the Lights would have staged the real-life drama of Tesco and the Magic Roundabout; but since the meeting was postponed an uneasy but welcome peace has descended. Perhaps the Advertiser's Sports Pages will soon feature a friendly Christmas football match on
- [Clerk's Column December 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-december-2008/) - To view the December 2008 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column November 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-november-2008/) - To view the November 2008 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column October 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-october-2008/) - To view the October 2008 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column September 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-september-2008/) - To view the September 2008 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column August 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-august-2008/) - To view the August 2008 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column June 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-june-2008/) - To view the June 2008 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column April 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-april-2008/) - To view the April 2008 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column March 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-march-2008/) - To view the March 2008 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column February 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-february-2008/) - To view the February 2008 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column January 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-january-2008/) - To view the January 2008 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column November 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-november-2009/) - To view the November 2009 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column September 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-september-2009/) - To view the September 2009 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column August 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-august-2009/) - To view the August 2009 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column June 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-june-2009/) - To view the June 2009 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column May 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-may-2009/) - To view the May 2009 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column April 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-april-2009/) - To view the April 2009 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column February 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-february-2009/) - To view the February 2009 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column January 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-january-2009/) - To view the January 2009 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column December 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-december-2010/) - To view the December 2010 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column October 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-october-2010/) - To view the October 2010 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
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- [Clerk's Column July 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-july-2010/) - To view the July 2010 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
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- [Clerk's Column October 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-october-2011/) - To view the October 2011 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
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- [Clerk's Column December 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-december-2012/) - To view the December 2012 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column November 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-november-2012/) - To view the November 2012 Clerk’s Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column October 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-october-2013/) - To view the October 2013 Clerk's Column, please click here.
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- [Clerk's Column August 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-august-2013/) - To view the August 2013 Clerk's Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column July 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-july-2013/) - To view the July 2013 Clerk's Column, please click here.
- [Clerk's Column June 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-june-2013/) - To view the June 2013 Clerk's Column, please click here.
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- [Clerk's Column January 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/clerks-column-january-2013/) - To view the January 2013 Clerk's Column, please click here.
- [Parish Council Minutes November 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-minutes-november-2007/) - To view the minutes of the November 2007 meeting, please click here.
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- [Parish Council Minutes December 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-minutes-december-2009/) - To view the minutes of the December 2009 meeting, please click here.
- [Parish Council Minutes November 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-minutes-november-2009/) - To view the minutes of the November 2009 meeting, please click here.
- [Parish Council Minutes October 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-minutes-october-2009/) - To view the minutes of the October 2009 meeting, please click here.
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- [Parish Council Minutes July 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-minutes-july-2009/) - To view the minutes of the July 2009 meeting, please click here.
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- [Parish Council Minutes December 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council-minutes-december-2010/) - To view the minutes of the December 2010 meeting, please click here.
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- [Margaret Wilson honoured](https://www.abbottsann.com/margaret-wilson-honoured/) - Abbotts Ann's Unsung Hero is honoured for her charity work Margaret Wilson, resident of Manor Close Abbotts Ann, was honoured for her fund raising charity work in support of Cancer Research UK and of the Countess of Brecknock Hospice at a reception for Hampshire's Volunteers held at Milestones Museum, Basingstoke on Thursday 18th November 2004. Margaret was
- [Celebrating the Queen's Golden Jubilee](https://www.abbottsann.com/celebrating-the-queens-golden-jubilee/) - Little Ann celebrates the Queen's Golden Jubilee with a street party on Monday 3rd June 2002
- [St Georges Day Celebrations 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/st-georges-day-celebrations-2005/) - All in the Spirit of St George's Day in Abbotts Ann The Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall was decked with flags, shields and all things medieval as the Committee celebrated St George's Day with a fundraising Medieval Banquet and the Canberra Tales.The spirit of the evening was captured by surfs, peasants, Lords, Ladies, serving wenches
- [Hampshire Village of the Year 2002/03](https://www.abbottsann.com/hampshire-village-of-the-year-200203/) - Winner of the "Information Category" of Hampshire Village of the Year 2003 Mary Fagan presented the award to Keith Saunders with the Managing Director of the Sponsors, Calor Gas.Picture above provided by Brian Challis Pictures below taken by our MP, Sir George Young
- [WI Newsletter - September 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-september-2013/) - We could sit back and relax to some extent this month as the hard work of the village fete was behind us this year and we could get on with more social events. The White Horse at Thruxton was buzzing when the Supper Club descended, but there was a mixed reaction to the food. Some
- [WI Newsletter - August 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-august-2013/) - Considering August is supposed to be the quiet month on the W.I. Calendar, we seem to have been just as busy, with plenty of opportunities to meet up. Although our crowded diaries meant we weren't able to walk this month, the Book Club carried on reading, the coffee morning was hosted by Sue George and
- [WI Newsletter - July 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2013/) - Having turned the clock back more than six decades our members were just a little reticent in sharing their memories of the sixties! I wonder why? Nevertheless some of our members brought along photographs taken during the decade, there were two young bridesmaids, a few teenagers, some newly married and some with their young families
- [WI Newsletter - June 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2013/) - Just two days after our Institute's Annual Meeting, three of our members travelled to Cardiff to attend the National Federation of Women's Institutes' AGM where they had a lovely, but very long day. Fortunately the sun shone and they had a quick foray into the city centre for a relaxing lunch. Changes to the NFWI's
- [WI Newsletter - May 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-may-2013/) - It was time to review the last 12 months at our Annual Meeting in May. Secretary Cecilia Cotton spoke of all the activities we had undertaken during the year and our varied speakers at our monthly meetings and the success of our two themed meetings in 2012, celebrating the London Olympics and Her Majesty's Diamond
- [WI Newsletter - April 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2013/) - There were so many dates being bandied about at this month's meeting we were all in a whirl by the end of the evening, trying to remember whether we had put our names on the right list and made a correct note in our diaries. Talking of diaries, would you believe it, if our members
- [WI Newsletter - February 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2013/) - At our meetings each month, there is usually a competition and if possible these are linked to the topic of the guest speaker. This month the competition was quite simply My Grandmother (image). Obviously we were only too pleased to have an excuse to display our pictures of these much loved ladies. The competition table
- [WI Newsletter - January 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-january-2013/) - January can be a long month, after all the festivities in December, but if you are a member of Abbotts Ann W.I. it fairly whizzes along, even though our calendar of events was affected by the weather. Before the snow arrived it was the heavy rain that caused us to cancel our monthly walk -
- [WI Newsletter - December 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-december-2012/) - Our exploits for the month of December include returning to the Odeon in Andover, this time members of the film club were there to see Great Expectations, this latest cinematic version of the Dickens' classic was enjoyable and a completely different experience to that of last month - James Bond - a little more relaxed,
- [WI Newsletter - November 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-november-2012/) - The latest exploits of James Bond, getting caught up in the middle of a shoot, eating out and listening to the experiences of a female Prison Officer - just a month in the life of an Abbotts Ann W.I. member. It was a chore having to go and watch Daniel Craig in the latest James
- [WI Newsletter - October 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-october-2012/) - Lots to write about this month, but we will gloss over our performance at the first round of Hampshire Federation's skittle competition - it wasn't our finest performance, although we didn't come last. Enough said. The Supper Club met for the second time at the Poplar Farm Inn, this time our visit on was on
- [WI Newsletter - September 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-september-2012/) - I have been so busy, not had time to open laptop and get tapping to report on this month's activities, but here goes. Naturally it started with the Village Fete and several of our members were up at the sportsfield early in the day getting everything ready for the afternoon's refreshments. Cakes were delivered throughout
- [WI Newsletter - August 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-august-2012/) - It is Bank Holiday Monday as I begin to write a summary of this month's activities and as I sit here pondering what to say, I gaze out of the window at the dull grey, damp afternoon. Unfortunately the lawn cutting will have to wait a little longer, but my garden's loss is the WI's
- [WI Newsletter - July 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2012/) - Phew - we are at the height of Olympic fever as this Report is being penned and I am exhausted. We have had super Saturday and already today (Sunday) we have won two more gold medals in tennis and sailing, and who knows what else by the end of the day. It was the London
- [WI Newsletter - June 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2012/) - Whilst our members have enjoyed celebrating the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, we are exhausted with all the jubilations, goodness knows how Her Majesty feels as she continues with her busy schedule. Maybe that is why some of our members were waiting outside the pub before opening time. They were so keen they arrived at The Crown
- [WI Newsletter - May 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-may-2012/) - As I write this newsletter we have just had the Jubilee Weekend, but it is the month of May that is being reflected upon here and what a month it has been. It literally started on the 1st of May with two of our members being lucky enough to secure places on a Hampshire Federation
- [WI Newsletter - April 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2012/) - I have been writing these newsletters for some years now and each month I ponder on what to write, to keep repeating our monthly cycle of events, no matter how much we enjoy them, can be a little repetitive. Although this month I could mention the walking group's unfortunate experience, whilst not present myself, I
- [WI Newsletter - March 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-march-2012/) - It is the last day of March as I sit and reflect on this month's activities and what a whirlwind of a month it has been. We have been walking, lunching, visiting Portsmouth Guildhall where the afternoon speaker was Libby Purves, the novelist and broadcaster, heard about fine cell work at the Danebury Group Spring
- [WI Newsletter - February 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2012/) - Unfortunately, the snow put paid to our walking group venturing out this month, although not deep, crisp or even there was enough for us to decide not to take the risk as we don't bounce back-up again so easily should we slip up. Shame, but we hope to pull our boots back on next month.
- [WI Newsletter - January 2012](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-january-2012/) - Members were delighted to be back in the Village Hall for a post-Christmas meal early this month, now that Christmas had come and gone once more, it was a delight to have our favourite caterers return to provide a lovely hot buffet. There was plenty of choice to suit all tastes, followed by scrumptious desserts.
- [WI Newsletter - December 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-december-2011/) - Following a busy year, the members of Abbotts Ann WI had a relaxed December meeting. Pat Balam and Wendy Casson had kindly gathered together various snippets of information, amusing anecdotes and poignant memories with Christmas as the obvious theme. With help from a few other members, and with just one evening's rehearsal, they were ready
- [WI Newsletter - November 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-november-2011/) - The owner of Loosehanger Cheeses gave an interesting talk on how cheese is made and finished this off with a lovely tasting session. This small company is a true artisan cheese maker employing just seven people and all cheeses are handmade as witnessed from the photographs and presentation by its owner. Quite a few of
- [WI Newsletter - October 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-october-2011/) - It may well be the Queen's Diamond Jubilee in 2012, but for Abbotts Ann WI 2011 is positively sparkling at the moment! In September Jeremy France explained to us the importance of the cut, clarity and colour of that much admired jewel and courtesy of Tim Tayler this month we heard all about Thomas "Diamond"
- [WI Newsletter - September 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-september-2011/) - Members of Abbotts Ann WI may be a little more discerning about jewellery containing diamonds, since this month's meeting. Winchester Jeweller, Jeremy France, came along to give us the benefit of his many years of experience. Indeed his expertise is often called upon by Winchester Crown Court. We learnt that whilst two rings may be
- [WI Newsletter - August 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-august-2011/) - At the beginning of this month there was the chance to relax in the lovely Somerset countryside as members along with family and friends explored Tyntesfield, now owned by the National Trust and located on a ridge overlooking the Vale of Nailsea, just seven miles from Bristol. The sun shone as we toured the house,
- [WI Newsletter - July 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2011/) - When this year's programme was revealed, there were a few comments, when it was noted that there was to be a Beetle Drive this month - let's just say it was more popular with some than others. However, all that was forgotten once play was under way. Should you be under the impression that our
- [WI Newsletter - June 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2011/) - Is there a better place to be than a beautiful country garden on a balmy English summer's evening? Our members certainly didn't think so as they enjoyed the hospitality of Patricia Elkington, who had spoken at our February meeting of Humour in the Garden. Patricia has a large garden in Crawley near Winchester, which opens
- [WI Newsletter - May 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-may-2011/) - Mega Farms and local libraries were the two diverse subjects discussed at this month's meeting, as indeed it would be at every other Institute. These are the resolutions that will be debated at the National Federation's AGM in Liverpool next month. Our members supported both these resolutions, although there had been a few reservations about
- [WI Newsletter - April 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2011/) - Our members were asked to imagine what it would be like to lose one's sight over a period of six months. This is what happened to Vanessa who is a member of Andover VIPs (Visually Impaired People). Vanessa and her husband, who also has a degenerating muscle condition, came along to give us an insight
- [WI Newsletter - March 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-march-2011/) - Our members have been laughing a lot this month and this is always welcome. Abbotts Ann W.I. had a large turn-out for the Spring Council Meeting in Portsmouth where the guest speaker was Ann Widdecombe and she had us laughing from the start with amusing anecdotes from her time in Parliament and her activities since
- [WI Newsletter - February 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2011/) - We were given a glimpse of the humorous side of gardening at our February meeting. Our speaker, Patricia Elkington, is a County Organiser for The National Gardens Scheme in Hampshire and has the privilege of visiting gardens before they are accepted into that popular "yellow book". Patricia encouraged the gardeners amongst us to be imaginative
- [WI Newsletter - January 2011](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-january-2011/) - There is no way that our January meeting could be described as listless! Not only was the village hall full and buzzing as we gathered for our first meeting of 2011, but there were lists galore. We could put our name down on various rotas, there were lists for attending the Group Spring Meeting, the
- [WI Newsletter - December 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-december-2010/) - Fortunately, all our activities in December take place in the first part of the month, thus affording us the opportunity to concentrate on our own personal arrangements for Christmas. Temperatures were still freezing, but the snow had disappeared in time for our Christmas festivities in the Village Hall and it was with some trepidation that
- [WI Newsletter - November 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-november-2010/) - As outgoing President Val Downing was sailing up The Solent, returning from a celebratory holiday, Vice-President Sue George, deputising for her, was conducting our Annual Meeting. Sue did such a brilliant job she was subsequently voted in as President for the next 18 months. Val had left her annual report to be read in her
- [WI Newsletter - October 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-october-2010/) - Once again during October, our members have continued to enjoy their extra-curricular activities; chatting over a cup of coffee or lunch, reading and walking. Adhering to the green credentials of the Women's Institute, 12 of our members travelled by train, taking advantage of group save fares, to attend Hampshire Federation's Autumn Meeting at The Anvil
- [WI Newsletter - September 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-september-2010/) - Our guest speaker, Ashley Smith from The Hawk Conservancy, had our members laughing until they cried (well almost), as he recounted stories of his childhood, mostly involving a variety of animals and their exploits. He started off by revealing that his parents had been married in Abbotts Ann Church in 1947 and then went on
- [WI Newsletter - August 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-august-2010/) - There is a myth that not much happens during August in the WI World. This is so not true here in Abbotts Ann; although along with most Institutes, we do not have a meeting this month, there is still plenty going on behind the scenes. On the 4th August we travelled to Windsor, primarily to
- [WI Newsletter - July 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2010/) - A tin of spam was just a step too far as our members recreated the 1940s in the village hall at this month's meeting.. Wardrobes had been raided, charity shops trawled and vintage shops visited (too expensive) to bring the fashions of the decade to life. More poignantly still, precious family archives were revealed as
- [WI Newsletter - May 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-may-2010/) - May has seen us breathing in the heady scent of bluebells in the woods of St Mary Bourne, admiring Ted Heath's house in Salisbury, feeling the beat of Hairspray at the Mayflower Theatre and serving bacon butties at the Village Plant Sale. After all this activity though, our May meeting was a more relaxed evening
- [WI Newsletter - June 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2010/) - Our members came in their colourful summer clothes and hats/fascinators to enjoy the hospitality of Jane & Julian Benson, who kindly allowed us to use their house and garden for this month's meeting. The fine weather held, so once we had been updated on all that is happening in the WI, we were able to
- [WI Newsletter - April 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2010/) - Can you tell whether these flowers are real or not? They are not real, but have, in fact, been made from sugar-paste as demonstrated at our April meeting by Carol Razey from Penton Mewsey. Many years ago, Carol won a bursary at her own WI in Penton and took the opportunity to attend Denman College
- [WI Newsletter - March 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-march-2010/) - We were certainly hoping for a touch of spring at this month's meeting, but what we actually got, in the nicest possible way, was a veritable whirlwind in the form of Roger Savage from Choice Plants near Romsey. Roger had come to demonstrate the art of planting a hanging basket, and as his nursery is
- [WI Newsletter - February 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2010/) - Shrove Tuesday was in our diaries this year, as we had decided to organise a Pancake Morning in the Village Hall, following our success in 2007, although, of course, such success can never be guaranteed. Nevertheless posters were erected, emails and invitations sent and several of us turned up on the 16 February, to set
- [WI Newsletter - January 2010](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-january-2010/) - For those of us who like nothing better than settling down on a Sunday evening to immerse ourselves in the world of the inhabitants of Lark Rise & Candleford, then we were certainly in for a treat at our January meeting. John Owen-Smith has become an expert on the author Flora Thompson and for some
- [WI Newsletter - December 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-december-2009/) - There is always so much else to do in December, we do not overload ourselves at this time of year. However, we still managed to walk and ventured a little further afield this time, strolling around the lanes and paths of Timsbury and Michelmersh, which made a very nice change, but there was no lunch
- [WI Newsletter - November 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-november-2009/) - Thankfully our Reading Group was unaffected by the elements and able to meet as planned to discuss their latest literary selection, but unfortunately our monthly walk had to abandoned due to adverse weather conditions. After a week of very heavy rain, the forecast for the second Saturday in the month was for strong winds and
- [WI Newsletter - October 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-october-2009/) - The Autumn meetings of both Danebury Group and Hampshire Federation take place in October and several of our members travelled to Grateley for the former on the first Monday of October, where they greatly enjoyed their evening. Any puns are purely intentional. A few weeks later and six of were to be found on the
- [WI Newsletter - September 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-september-2009/) - The day of the fête was overcast but this did not deter a band of willing helpers gathering to provide tea and cakes to refresh the tired, footsore or just plain hungry. We enjoyed the compliments given for our culinary skills. This month ended with a period of beautiful weather and our meeting was full
- [WI Newsletter - August 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-august-2009/) - There may not have been a meeting this month, but our members have still been socialising and getting together. Given the variable summer weather, our members were blessed with a lovely day for their outing this year. The first stop was the riverside town of Henley-on-Thames with the majority starting the day with a relaxing
- [WI Newsletter - July 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2009/) - With members forming themselves into teams of six, this month's meeting was a quiz evening with three very different rounds. There was some hopefully friendly, competition amongst the various teams, as well as banter when the answers were given. Our President, Val Downing, who had obviously put a lot of hard work into this evening,
- [WI Newsletter - June 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2009/) - Not having attended this month's meeting, I cannot give a first hand account of the evening, but I gather our members enjoyed their meander around several gardens in the vicinity of the Village Hall. There was the opportunity to visit the gardens of three of our members Alison Ballantyne, Christine Fell and Julia Jenkins as
- [WI Newsletter - May 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-may-2009/) - The plight of the honeybee was uppermost in members' minds this month, being the topic of this year's Resolution to be voted on at the NFWI's AGM in June at the Royal Albert Hall in London. Local beekeeper, John Moon, was invited to our meeting to give us the benefit of his expert knowledge and
- [WI Newsletter - April 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2009/) - We are the champions - well our skittles team are anyway - being the winners of Hampshire Federation's annual skittles competition for 2009. Having won their group heat and semi-final our team, Diana Cooper, Cecilia Cotton, Maureen Evans, Sharon King, Karen Nicholls & Carol Taylor attended the final at the Winchester Club on 28th April
- [WI Newsletter - March 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-march-2009/) - Last month may have been a quieter month for our members, but our diaries were certainly full this month. We started the month by attending the Danebury Group Meeting, hosted by Longstock & Leckford W.I., where the speaker ended the evening stood on a chair in her underwear wearing a pair of thigh length bright
- [WI Newsletter - February 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2009/) - As February is such a short month, so the writer has decided will this month's newsletter. The walking group enjoyed a lovely stroll around Abbotts Ann this month, finishing at The Eagle for a very welcome lunch. Sadly, this month's meeting began with a minute's silence for Susan Hibbert who died recently in Salisbury hospital
- [WI Newsletter - January 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-january-2009/) - New Year, New President and New Ideas - this was the message that Val Downing wished to convey at our Institute's first meeting of 2009, she wishes to hear exactly what members want from their membership of the WI here in Abbotts Ann and is not afraid to try something different. The meeting started on
- [WI Newsletter - December 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-december-2008/) - Newly elected President, Val Downing, stepped up to welcome us to our new look December meeting. Several of us were brave enough to attempt some "in house" entertainment, starting with a condensed humorous version of Cinderella, followed by a sketch with three brides recollecting their very different wedding days. Next was an unaccompanied, and unfamiliar,
- [WI Newsletter - November 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-november-2008/) - There was an "end of term" atmosphere at our Annual Meeting in November and the outgoing President was in a carefree frame of mind as she was about to step down from the role after six years, but not before she thanked everyone for all their hard work over the last 12 months. Secretary Wendy
- [WI Newsletter - October 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-october-2008/) - There was no time for the members to sit back and take it easy at their October Meeting. Due to a diary clash, their scheduled speaker was unable to attend, so once members had been given an update of events past and yet to come, they were encouraged to participate in a social engineering exercise.
- [WI Newsletter - September 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-september-2008/) - For us this month started with the Village Fete, but for the first time in many years I was away attending a family celebration, so cannot give a first hand account. However, I gather the weather just about held and it was a busy afternoon as our members served delicious home made teas. The end
- [WI Newsletter - July 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2008/) - No wonder we all need a rest in August - the diary was particularly full this month. It began with an Indian Cookery demonstration kindly hosted by Aileen Catterson in her much-envied kitchen and then just three days later we were being guided around the historic streets of the Hyde Abbey area in Winchester. Credit
- [WI Newsletter - August 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-august-2008/) - Whilst August was officially a quiet month in that there was no monthly meeting, behind the scenes, as always, plans are being made for future events including a Craft Day on the 04 October and the walking group carried on along the Clarendon Way, this time finishing on the outskirts of Winchester. There were some
- [WI Newsletter - June 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2008/) - June is always a busy month and this year it seems to have been busier than ever. The walking group even had to change their date and taking a break from the Clarendon Way enjoyed a very pleasant stroll around Longparish, criss-crossing the River Test. It was the sort of summer morning, which has been
- [WI Newsletter - May 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-may-2008/) - Questions are being asked! Why was there a fire engine outside the Village Hall on the last Thursday in May? Seriously, two representatives of this emergency service were present to promote fire safety in the home. Arrangements will now be made for home visits to ascertain whether smoke alarms are correctly positioned and in working
- [WI Newsletter - April 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2008/) - Their April meeting proved once again that many members of this Institute are very talented when three of them, Judy Clarke, Sue Farr & Jan Munnion were prepared to stand up and talk about their artistic skills. For Sue it has been a hobby, preferring to work in watercolour, she has attempted many different subjects,
- [WI Newsletter - March 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-march-2008/) - At their March meeting, members were able to sit back and watch an expert at work as Mavis Cotton ably demonstrated the art of flower arranging. An early spring meant there was some deviation, but no hesitation or repetition, from her original "Welcome to Spring" theme, but with some unusually coloured carnations and stunning roses
- [WI Newsletter - February 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2008/) - Keeping fit with the walking group, well read with the book club, a visit to Blenheim Palace, being involved in the Federation's skittles and quiz competitions - these are all opportunities available to members of Abbotts Ann WI in the coming months, as they learnt at their February meeting. Also present was Martin Childs, a
- [WI Newsletter - January 2008](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-january-2008/) - The first meeting of 2008 was a trip down memory lane for members of Abbotts Ann's WI, as guest speaker Jill Bentall produced items which were evocative of many a childhood, supposedly pertinent for those born before 1944 - but it has to be said even those born later could remember more than they wished
- [WI Newsletter - December 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-december-2007/) - Just time for an informal committee meeting at which our Vice Presidents were selected - Val Downing & Sue Hancock - and then we were back in the Village Hall for our Christmas celebrations. As has become a tradition in our Institute, we had a delicious five-course meal served to us by Mr Davies and
- [WI Newsletter - November 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-november-2007/) - For Institutes across the country, November is traditionally the month in which we all hold our annual meetings, which is a chance to reflect on the previous 12 months and look forward to the coming year. We here in Abbotts Ann were able to look back on our successful 90th Anniversary year with great joy.
- [WI Newsletter - October 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-october-2007/) - It was laughter all the way, when several of our members attended the Danebury Group Autumn Meeting, where we were entertained by Ann Chance who had us laughing throughout the evening as she described how she came to jump out of an aeroplane dressed as Wonder Woman - fortunately with a parachute - and all
- [WI Newsletter - September 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-september-2007/) - With the fete on the first day of September this year, it was a busy start to the month for our members as we continued with the tradition of providing welcome refreshments for the many visitors to this popular event - the cakes and scones being homemade of course. We sold out and which was
- [WI Newsletter - August 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-august-2007/) - Having not had a meeting this month, there is very little to report, but there was an unofficial get-together for a hastily arranged photo opportunity around "our flowerbed" - a quick ring-round by Sheila Lockhart soon had us organised. Just to keep you in the picture (pun definitely intended), during the summer, Test Valley Borough
- [WI Newsletter - July 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2007/) - After such a busy June, this month has been less hectic and for our July meeting we enjoyed the kind hospitality of Sue Farr at her home in Quarley. Despite the ever-present threat of heavy showers that have been abundant this summer, the evening remained dry and we were able to take pleasure in an
- [WI Newsletter - June 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2007/) - As promised in our May newsletter, there is so much to mention this month. Just in case you have forgotten, I can remind you that we have had some good weather this month, as our walking group met to revisit Barton Stacey on a sunny Saturday at the beginning of the month, enjoying a lovely
- [WI Newsletter - May 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-may-2007/) - At our May meeting, members were once again reminded why their diaries are so full at the moment (all to be revealed in our June newsletter) and given up-to-date information on all that is happening. We then had a resolution to discuss, which referred to the closure of Community Hospitals. Naturally we all wish to
- [WI Newsletter - April 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2007/) - When we met this month, the entertainment for the evening was organised by the members rather than the committee, but first it was News & Events when members are kept informed of everything that is happening at all levels of the W.I. Of course, members can access information in many ways, apart from the Internet
- [WI Newsletter - March 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-march-2007/) - Those of you who read this newsletter each month will know how much we were looking forward to welcoming Barbara Parker of Parkers Handmade Cakes & Chocolates to our March meeting. Barbara enthusiastically demonstrated the art of the chocolatière. She advised how best to temper (melt) chocolate to have a good liquid to work with
- [WI Newsletter - February 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2007/) - Most of this month was spent concentrating on our tremendously successful Pancake Morning held on Shrove Tuesday. Thanks must go to everyone who came and supported us on the day and who enjoyed eating our freshly cooked pancakes. We were delighted to see all our guests of course, but it was particularly enjoyable to see
- [WI Newsletter - January 2007](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-january-2007/) - By the time our members met at the end of January, they had received their first copy of the controversial W.I. Life and as far as this Institute is concerned, the feedback was positive. As this is our 90th Anniversary year, we have a busy schedule during the next 12 months. Members were urged to
- [WI Newsletter - December 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-december-2006/) - Once we have recovered from our Annual Meeting in November and enjoyed our Christmas Celebrations in December we take a well-deserved break, ready to come back fully refreshed in the New Year. Once again our December meeting took the form of a Dinner in the Village Hall, where all our members had to do was
- [WI Newsletter - November 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-november-2006/) - We've done it, we have now finished walking the Test Way - it has only taken us 19 months to walk 44 miles! That's not the whole story of course - we actually did it in nine stages - the last one being on the 18 November when we walked from Combe Gibbet to LInkenholt.
- [WI Newsletter - October 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-october-2006/) - During October, we have enjoyed the beautiful countryside on our own doorstep, heard all about the liner Queen Mary, attended Goodworth Clatford's Institute meeting, learnt about the exploits of Col John Blashford-Snell and discovered more about our own members. The first was courtesy of Jill & Mike Reynolds who kindly organised a treasure hunt on
- [WI Newsletter - September 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-september-2006/) - On the first Saturday in September, our members were involved in the Village's annual fete, traditionally the W.I. has always organised the teas and this year was no exception. As always, our members were very generous and provided plenty of cakes, but we were also grateful to others, who had taken notice of our email
- [WI Newsletter - August 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-august-2006/) - As mentioned in previous newsletters we do not have a meeting in August - we are only obliged to have 11 meetings a year and it has long been a tradition in our Institute, as do many others, to have a break in the summer. However, please do not be mislead, this does not mean
- [WI Newsletter - July 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2006/) - We might have known - our trip to the Isle of Wight had been plagued with setbacks - here we were enjoying (some would say enduring) a long hot dry summer, so of course when 5th July dawned, we woke to a thunderstorm and heavy rain. The original ferry time was put back by an
- [WI Newsletter - June 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2006/) - The month began with a specially arranged evening walk on the unique Porton Down which is a Site of Special Scientific Interest, as this area of chalk downland has never been treated with chemicals or fertilizers. Unfortunately, we did not see any butterflies and very few birds, but we were privileged to see a Lady
- [WI Newsletter - May 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-may-2006/) - At this month's meeting, we went from debating issues such as renewable energy and sport for a healthy nation to revealing our most embarrassing moment and the things we hate most. How come? For all Institutes May is traditionally the month when we are all asked to consider the Resolutions which will be brought before
- [WI Newsletter - April 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2006/) - The good news continues as once again, we welcomed another new member to our Institute this month and the hall was full, as our membership was enhanced by the presence of visitors, friends and guests. How many of us have known since we were 8 years old what we wanted to do in life? Well
- [WI Newsletter - March 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-march-2006/) - A new member for Tetbury W.I. made the headlines this month. It was announced that The Duchess of Cornwall was to join her local Institute. Inspired by meeting the much admired Calendar Girls; you may remember we hosted an Evening with Angela Baker last April, HRH has obviously decided that she has a lot in
- [WI Newsletter - February 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2006/) - Our fantastic start to the year continued, with another two new members joining this month. On the first Saturday of the month, 30 of us gathered in the Village Hall for a Pamper Day. We were encouraged by colour specialist Alison Wray to wear the colours that flattered us most and not just to hide
- [WI Newsletter - January 2006](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-january-2006/) - Our first meeting of the year was very well attended and we were delighted to welcome Crispin Ingham, Manager of the local Waitrose in Andover. He began by giving us the background of the Company structure, explaining how forward thinking the first directors had been in creating a Partnership, which means the Company is owned
- [WI Newsletter - December 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-december-2005/) - By the time December arrives we are ready for a breather, November is such a hectic month we need to catch our breath a little, but first we have a party. Our caterer once again provided a delicious six-course meal, yes, we wonder where we put it ourselves, but most of us manage it somehow
- [WI Newsletter - November 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-november-2005/) - In November each Institute holds its Annual Meeting, this is a chance to reflect on the previous 12 months as well as look forward to the coming year. Any changes to the committee take place this month and an election for President takes place. For us there are very few changes this year. Two members
- [WI Newsletter - October 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-october-2005/) - This month has seen us visit Clarence House, the London home of the Prince of Wales and new his wife, the Duchess of Cornwall, walk along part of the Test Way, attend the Danebury Group Meeting at Grateley, meet for lunch at the Bell in Weyhill, play skittles, attend the HCFWI Autumn Council Meeting in
- [WI Newsletter - September 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-september-2005/) - Having enjoyed a summer break, members came back refreshed and ready for action again. The evening started with thanks being given to all those involved in the success of our themed evening, Desert Island Discs back in July and everyone who had helped in anyway with the fete. We had been kept very busy organising
- [WI Newsletter - August 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-august-2005/) - I know I always say how busy we have been; even in August when we don't have a meeting, but unusually for us this has been a fairly quiet month this year. Although we are obviously busy organising the teas and cake stall for the Village Fete on 03 September, of which more next month,
- [WI Newsletter - July 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2005/) - Before their summer break, the members of Abbotts Ann were cast adrift on a desert island - where they could take time to ponder on their favourite books, music and food amongst other things. Does this sound a welcome relief from the rush tear of modern life – well it did to them as well.
- [WI Newsletter - June 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2005/) - I really wish I could think of a different introduction each month, but it really has been another busy month, this time around, Abbotts Ann WI was represented at Hatch Warren's In the Pink evening, the National AGM at the Royal Albert Hall and the Danebury Group round of the Federation Quiz. All this and
- [WI Newsletter - May 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-may-2005/) - This month, over a glass of wine, we took the opportunity to review the format of our meetings. However, it would appear that our members are happy with the way we are doing things here in Abbotts Ann – which is a great relief. Earlier in the evening, we had discussed the two Resolutions which
- [WI Newsletter - April 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2005/) - April 15 2005 had long been noted on our Calendar, as we were hosting an evening with Angela Baker which included catering for 170 guests. Having met Angela last year, we knew we were in for a fun evening, as she is very willing to share with an audience all the things that have happened
- [WI Newsletter - March 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-march-2005/) - On the first day of the month our skittles team were in action, unfortunately being beaten in the last round by one skittle, thereby missing the Final. The following day I was off to Denman College in Oxfordshire for a three-day conference about Community Challenges. For those who don't already know, this is the National
- [WI Newsletter - February 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2005/) - Thankfully, our speaker for this meeting brought along with her a touch of spring and the promise of summer, which was very welcome as it was a very cold evening with the continuing threat of snow flurries outside. Sara Purkins came armed with examples of her work, which included bouquets of paper flowers including roses
- [WI Newsletter - January 2005](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-january-2005/) - This month has had an international flavour about it – just the ticket to cheer us all up, during the long month of January. Members came along to the first meeting of 2005, knowing that they would be transported to the other side of the World, if not literally then metaphorically at least, by George
- [WI Newsletter - December 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-december-2004/) - Our December meeting, which takes the form of a Christmas Dinner, was a great success. Once again, our caterer John Davies and his excellent team provided us with a superb meal, there are several courses so it is a question of pacing oneself - well that's how I manage anyway We took the decision not
- [WI Newsletter - November 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-november-2004/) - At the beginning of the month, Muriel Spanholtz organised a visit to the Weyhill Craft units where some of members had a pleasant stroll around the various booths, finishing in the coffee shop for welcome refreshments. This was an opportunity for our members to have a chat and get to know each other better. November
- [WI Newsletter - October 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-october-2004/) - At the end of last month's newsletter, I finished with the assertion, that I believed the speaker for our October meeting was a very brave man, in view of the introduction of the green waste collection scheme. Well, in the end, Tom Evison was unable to attend due to some last minute holiday arrangements, but
- [WI Newsletter - September 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-september-2004/) - It was back in the Village Hall this month, following our summer break, and there was a lot to catch up on, including for us a very successful fete. As usual, we had provided the refreshments. Although it was billed as a mini-fete this year, being organised on a more informal basis, we were just
- [WI Newsletter - August 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-august-2004/) - We may not have a formal meeting during August, but behind the scenes, the committee have still been very busy. It is about now that we usually start to think about the following year, but we already seem to be ahead of ourselves, with some dates in the diary. We have also discussed a few
- [WI Newsletter - July 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2004/) - For our July meeting we tried something new - a themed evening. The theme we decided upon was holidays, so we came suitably dressed, with six members volunteering to share their experiences whilst travelling round the globe. However, to get us in the mood we started by playing Summer Holiday by Cliff Richard, and then
- [WI Newsletter - June 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2004/) - We have hardly had time to breath this month, with so many events. At the beginning of June, three of us travelled to Hatch Warren WI for their 11th birthday celebrations, which had a rabbit theme. The hard work and enthusiasm of this young, small Institute resulted in a very successful evening. Their trump card
- [WI Newsletter - May 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-may-2004/) - The topics at this month's meeting were very diverse ranging from the funding of the air ambulance service, the village (mini) fete teas, the landscaping of the Village Hall and a trip to Denman College in June 2005 - talk about forward planning. May is the month that each Institute debates the Resolutions that are
- [WI Newsletter - April 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2004/) - Snow does seem to be a dominant feature for us this year, however, this time it was only on screen and not the real thing - such a relief - but there was a lot of it. Julia Jenkins had organised the speaker for this month. Traditionally the committee takes a back seat at the
- [WI Newsletter - March 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-march-2004/) - No snow prior to this month's meeting -just rain. However, this did not dampen the enthusiasm of our members. I can now reveal that our membership has increased from 34 to 40 in three months, which is very encouraging and we are delighted that we are following a National trend. It would appear that the
- [WI Newsletter - February 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-february-2004/) - This year's meetings seem to be heralded by snowfall, however, this doesn't deter the Women's Institute, our members were very keen to turn out in such conditions, and once again, we were able to welcome some new faces to our meeting. We began the evening with our News & Events; this is how we all
- [WI Newsletter - January 2004](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-january-2004/) - For those attending the first meeting of the year it was a chance to forget the icy conditions outside and be transported to South America, Easter Island and French Polynesia, courtesy of Diana & George Nelson. Despite the short-lived, but spectacular, snowstorm of the previous evening, which as mentioned had turned to ice, this was
- [WI Newsletter - December 2003](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-december-2003/) - The last meeting of the year is, in fact, Party Time. For several years, we have employed a caterer from Totton who provides an excellent five-course dinner, which means the minimum amount of work for us. Apart from organising the tables, the rest is all done for us, Mr J Davis provides everything else, from
- [WI Newsletter - November 2003](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-november-2003/) - No excuses this newsletter is late because my own personal preparations for Christmas have rather taken priority, but I can assure you that the Institute has been active. November is an important month for us, as all WI's have their Annual Meeting this month. This is when the Committee for the following year is formed,
- [WI Newsletter - October 2003](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-october-2003/) - If it is not being too smug, Abbotts Ann WI is feeling very pleased with itself, as we hosted a very successful walk and lunch on 31 October. It was our usual monthly meeting the night before and as we gathered in the hall, the main fear for the following day was the weather. Despite
- [WI Newsletter - September 2003](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-september-2003/) - I cannot believe that September has come and gone so quickly, our feet do not seem to have touched the ground. For us the month started with the Village Fete, as usual we did the "teas". This is very much a team effort, all hands on deck or rather the kitchen of the Village Hall
- [WI Newsletter - July 2003](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-july-2003/) - Gosh what have we been up to in July? We have just had a very successful open meeting - as explained in our June newsletter, an open meeting is when invitations are sent to neighbouring Institutes for a specific meeting, although anyone is welcome to come along at any time. Not having hosted one for
- [WI Newsletter - June 2003](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-june-2003/) - Our June meeting took the form of a visit to Sparsholt Agricultural College, where we had two excellent guides in Mark and Nathan. We were given a tour of the glasshouses, where there were plants in abundance in various phases of development. These will be used at large flower shows, such as Hampton Court in
- [WI Newsletter - April 2003](https://www.abbottsann.com/wi-newsletter-april-2003/) - First I will explain as to how we have come to take up so much space on the Village website, for some time we have had a page on the Hampshire Federation's Website (link?) which up until recently has just had a brief paragraph about our Institute and our Programme for the year, but space
- [WI Newsletter - May 2003](https://www.abbottsann.com/monthly-newsletter-may-2003/) - Before going into detail on our busy month of May, just a few more words about our April meeting, which as mentioned in the last newsletter, Helen Stuart organised with the assistance of other non-committee members, including Julia Jenkins who was our speaker for the evening. Julia and her husband Alan re-visited India last year,
- [Neighbourhood Watch Scheme Report - July 2013](https://www.abbottsann.com/neighbourhood-watch-scheme-report-july-2013/) - Neighbourhood Watch Notice for July 2013 Update provided by Chris Davis Those of you on the NHW email system will have noticed the regular reports from the local Police about attempted break-ins to out-houses and sheds. Sometimes nothing is taken but it is clear that there are those wandering around our villages and out-lying homes
- [Village Shop and Post Office come Runner Up](https://www.abbottsann.com/village-shop-and-post-office-come-runner-up/) - Abbotts Ann & Little Ann Post Office & Shop is the Runner Up in the Best Rural Shop and Post Office.The team who run the shop in Abbotts Ann went to the House of Lords for the final round of the Best Rural Retailer Competition, having won first place in the regional final at the

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- [Introduction to Annual Fete](https://www.abbottsann.com/introduction-to-annual-fete/) - Introduction to the Abbotts Ann Village Fete Village Fete The village fete is usually on the 1st Saturday in September starting at 1pm, and is held either in the village centre or up at Bulbery playing field. This year the fete is on Saturday 5th September 2026, from 1pm, and will be held in the village
- [ABBOTTS ANN FETE 2026 - Flower, Vegetable and Craft Show Schedule](https://www.abbottsann.com/fete-show-classes-and-rules/) - This year for the Fete Show we are accepting electronic forms only, given the success of the launch last year. If you need help to complete the form, please contact Adrian Cole on 01264 710810. THE ONLINE ENTRY FORM HERE The closing date for entries is Thursday 3rd September at 4pm.
- [Abbotts Ann Village Fete](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/abbotts-ann-village-fete/) - Introduction to the Abbotts Ann Village Fete Village Fete The village fete is usually on the 1st Saturday in September starting at 1pm, and is held either in the village centre or up at Bulbery playing field. This year the fete is on Saturday 5th September 2026, from 1pm, and will be held in the village
- [Abbotts Ann Fete Videos](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-fete-videos/) - Village Fete 2020 Videos During the Abbotts Ann Virtual Fete six (6) videos were made as follows which can all be viewed here on the village web site. Fruit and Vegetable Competition Flowers Competition Scarecrows Competition • Art, craft and photography show Car Parade Judges Comments on Photos
- [Abbotts Ann Fete 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-fete-2019/) - The annual fete will return in full this year after the much reduced but highly successful event of last year. By popular request the Fete is going to take place within the heart of the village again, using a multitude of venues (War Memorial Hall, Village Shop, The Eagle Inn, The Eagle Inn Skittle Alley,
- [Fete Map of Events](https://www.abbottsann.com/fete-map-of-events/)
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- [Timetable of Events 2024](https://www.abbottsann.com/timetable-of-events-2024/)
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- [Abbotts Ann Fete Programme](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-fete-programme/) - Programme of Events for the Fete on Saturday 7th September 2024
- [Fete Planning Meeting Agenda 13th March 2024](https://www.abbottsann.com/fete-meeting-agenda-13th-march-2024/) - You can download a copy of this agenda HERE Welcome and any apologies -Anne New Community Reps thank you for attendance. Introductions Charitable association application- Davina Treasurer update – Beth Venue discussion with community organisations and any other meeting attendees vote on venue by the new committee members. Fete Area of responsibility for each community
- [Monthly Newsletter Repository](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/wi/monthly-newsletter-repository/) - 2026 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003
- [Hall One Hour Booking Form](https://www.abbottsann.com/one-hour-session-sb/) - This Booking Form is for ONE Hour Bookings ONLY for Contract Hirers
- [Village Awards and Rolls of Honour](https://www.abbottsann.com/village-awards-and-rolls-of-honour/) - HIBBERT AND LIDDELL CUPS 2026/27 – NOMINATIONS PLEASE These cups are awarded annually on the first Saturday in September, which this year will be 5th September 2026. Past winners are all named HERE for the Liddell Cup and HERE for the Hibbert Cup along with being in frames in the War Memorial Hall. The Hibbert Cup is awarded
- [Nominations for the Liddell and Hibbert Cups for 2026/2027](https://www.abbottsann.com/nominations-for-the-liddell-and-hibbert-cups/) - The Liddell Cup is awarded for outstanding voluntary service to the community in Abbotts Ann. It's awarded for a specific, single and significant project achievement on behalf of the community. It's awarded by the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Committee in memory of Andrew Liddell. The Hibbert Cup is awarded for outstanding voluntary service to
- [Programme](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/wi/programme/) - Programme for 2026 - 2027 MEETINGS ARE HELD IN ABBOTTS ANN WAR MEMORIAL STARTING AT 7.30 P.M. UNLESS STATED OTHERWISE 2026 June 26 Garden Meeting: Visit to Houghton Lodge Gardens at 2 p.m. July 30 Meeting: Tales of a Roving BBC Report - Alan Jones August 06 Summer Outing - Kew Gardens (by coach)
- [Committee](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/wi/committee/) - Committee for 2026 - 2027 PRESIDENT: Lynne Lucas Telephone: 01264 710037 VICE PRESIDENTS: Sharon King Telephone: 01264 335630 Sue George Telephone: 01264 353591 SECRETARY: Aileen Catterson Telephone: 01264 710268 COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Wanda Crane, Lynda Goldstone, Sarah Kirby & Gill Page
- [Village Hall Booking Report](https://www.abbottsann.com/village-hall-booking-report/)
- [Village Photo Galleries](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/history/archive-photo-galleries/)
- [Schedule of Church Services](https://www.abbottsann.com/schedule-church-services/) - Benefice Services in February 2026
- [List of Rectors](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/list-of-rectors/) - Rectors of Abbotts Ann 1379-138? Walter Philippe 1541-1544 John Adamson 1570-1587 John Bonamie 1554-1569 Stephen Tennannt 1587-1595 Thus. Pembridge 1595-1599 Martin Heaton 1599-1633 John Johnson 1633-1666 Thos. Hyde 1667-1709 Samuel Stone 1710-1717 James Lambert 1718-1726 Robert Willis 1727 James Wendey 1728-1730 Charles Sutton 1730-1774 John Burrough Hon & Revd Samuel Best Revd Philip & Mrs Nancy Tidmarsh Revd Alan &
- [Hibbert Cup Winner 2024 – John Heather](https://www.abbottsann.com/hibbert-cup-winner-2024-2025-john-heather/) - John Heather was the winner of the Hibbert Cup in 2024. Many of you will have seen him around the village or will know him from his work as a Parish Councillor. John has lived in the village for over 50 years. When he retired, he decided to do something to help the community, as
- [Introduction](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/wi/introduction/) - Abbotts Ann W.I. was formed in 1917 over a hundred years ago. We meet on the last Thursday of the month in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall at 7.30 p.m. New members are always welcome and we enjoy having visitors but there is no obligation to join. In addition to our meetings where we have
- [Letter from Community Action Hampshire about Hampshire Village of the Year 2003](https://www.abbottsann.com/letter-from-community-action-hampshire-about-hampshire-village-of-the-year-2003/)
- [Letter from Calor Gas Village of the Year dated August 2003](https://www.abbottsann.com/letter-from-calor-gas-village-of-the-year-dated-august-2003/)
- [Hand Written Letter from Bernard Griffiths Parish Council Chairman in November 2003](https://www.abbottsann.com/letter-from-bernard-griffiths-parish-council-chairman-in-november-2003/)
- [The Land Settlement Association and Little Park](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/history/the-land-settlement-association-and-little-park/) - The Great Depression in the early 1930's had created major unemployment problems, particularly in the North East of England. Many of the unemployed had no hope of following their normal occupation in mining, shipbuilding, and steel works. In fact, what are known as the heavy industries, were undergoing a depression of the first magnitude. Many
- [History](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/history/) - When does the story of the village begin ? One answer could be that it starts before the dawn of recorded history, with the movements of land and oceans which formed the geological structure of the area. The chalklands of southern England were once the bed of a shallow sea, until some movement of the
- [The day they sold Abbotts Ann in the autumn of 1915 by auction](https://www.abbottsann.com/the-day-they-sold-abbotts-ann-in-the-autumn-of-1915-by-auction/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="18006" title="false"]
- [Village History Archive](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/village-history/) - Here you will find old documents of historical interest which you can view in book form, just click on the one of interest. At the bottom of the displayed document when viewing a page, you can click on the X icon for full screen Hall Committee handwritten Meeting minutes from 1933 to 1950 Copy of
- [Deed of Grant of Easement](https://www.abbottsann.com/deed-of-grant-of-easement-2/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="18000" title="false"]
- [Wessex Electricity Company map](https://www.abbottsann.com/wessex-electricity-company-map-2/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="18009" title="false"]
- [Village Hall Trust dated 31st May 1954](https://www.abbottsann.com/village-hall-trust-dated-31st-may-1954-2/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="18008" title="false"]
- [Transfer of Licence of Eagle Pub in 1946](https://www.abbottsann.com/transfer-of-licence-of-eagle-pub-in-1946-2/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="18007" title="false"]
- [Reinstalling street lighting in Abbotts Ann after the second world war](https://www.abbottsann.com/reinstalling-street-lighting-in-abbotts-ann-after-the-second-world-war/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="18005" title="false"]
- [Purchase of Village Phone Box 24th February 2009](https://www.abbottsann.com/purchase-of-village-phone-box-24th-february-2009-2/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="18004" title="false"]
- [Notice declaring deposit of plans to be of no effect dated 27th November 1975](https://www.abbottsann.com/notice-declaring-deposit-of-plans-to-be-of-no-effect-dated-27th-november-1975/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="18002" title="false"]
- [Herbert Redman (Painter) paying 2 shillings a month from September 1892](https://www.abbottsann.com/herbert-redman-painter-paying-2-shillings-a-month-from-september-1892-2/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="18001" title="false"]
- [Appointment of a new Parish Clerk in 1956](https://www.abbottsann.com/appointment-of-a-new-parish-clerk-in-1956/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="17998" title="false"]
- [Abbotts Ann, Upper Clatford and Goodworth Clatford Flower Show 30th July 1930](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-upper-clatford-and-goodworth-clatford-flower-show-30th-july-1930-2/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="17999" title="false"]
- [Origins of the War Memorial Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/origins-of-the-war-memorial-hall-2/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="17989" title="false"]
- [Hall Committee handwritten Meeting minutes from 1933 to 1950](https://www.abbottsann.com/hall-committee-handwritten-meeting-minutes-from-1933-to-1950/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="17979" title="false"]
- [Conveyance of land from Edward Rickards 21st November 1919](https://www.abbottsann.com/conveyance-of-land-from-edward-rickards-21st-november-1919/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="17973" title="false"]
- [Village Shop Committee](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/village-shop-committee/) - Village Shop Committee and who does what - Chris Davis Chair David Hobbs Deputy Chair Paula Grant Secretary Michael Bird Treasurer Jackie Jackson Fete Committee Representative Steve Randell Flat Tenancy Coordinator Clair Almond Shop Volunteers’ Representative
- [Abbotts Ann Bellringers](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/abbotts-ann-bellringers/) - Introduction Church bellringing is a unique English activity. Wherever the English have settled and built their churches, peals of bells would be included. As a result one can travel as far afield as Australia and New Zealand and hear the bells ringing in these far away churches. As a hobby Bellringing is a highly therapeutic
- [Customers Hall Bookings Listing](https://www.abbottsann.com/customers-hall-bookings-listing/) - Click on the booking in the calendar below to see the details
- [Edit or Cancel an Existing Booking](https://www.abbottsann.com/edit-a-hall-booking/)
- [Village Hall & Meeting Room Booking System](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/village-hall/abbotts-ann-village-hall-meeting-room-booking-system/)
- [Booking Payment Failed](https://www.abbottsann.com/wpbc-booking-payment-failed/) - Payment Unsuccessful. Please contact us for assistance.
- [Booking Form](https://www.abbottsann.com/wpbc-booking/)
- [Booking Received](https://www.abbottsann.com/wpbc-booking-received/) - Thank you for your booking. Your booking has been successfully received.
- [Abbotts Ann Arts -- New Courses for Autumn 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-arts-new-courses-autumn-2017/) - Abbotts Ann Arts Abbotts Ann Arts is a creative educational hub, tucked away in the beautiful village of Abbotts Ann in Hampshire, offering art classes, creative workshops and private art tuition. Taught by professional artist and qualified Teacher of Art Kelly Jenkins MA RCA, whose aim is to deliver inspiring and inclusive art experiences for
- [Abbotts Ann Arts](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/abbotts-ann-art/) - Art classes and life drawing workshops for all abilities. Description Located in the peaceful village of Abbotts Ann you will find inspiring and inclusive, art and life drawing classes for all levels of ability. Taught by professional artist and qualified Teacher of Art Kelly Jenkins MA(rca). Kelly's exclusive classes are always relaxed and friendly, enabling
- [Projects, Plans & Missions](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/projects/) - Renewing the fence The churchyard boundary fence along Church Path is in the late stages of collapse. We have obtained a faculty to replace it with estate fencing like the burial ground fence and a quotation that we expect Abbotts Ann Parish Council to accept when TVBC has approved the work. Repairing the
- [The Virgins' Crowns](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/the-virgins-crowns/) - Abbotts Ann is one of the very few parishes in which the medieval custom of awarding Virgins' Crowns has survived. In the early days of Christianity, funeral garlands were emblems of Virgin Martyrs and the practice of making maidens' garlands presumably derives from that. Shakespeare, in referring to the burial of Ophelia, says "she is
- [Church Bells](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/church-bells/) - The earliest reference to the bells occurs in 1607 when they were re-cast. The memorandum says that: "The foure Bells in Abbatts An church were altogether new cast, by Mr. John Wallys of Salsbury in November, Anno 1607. We had but three belles, and did cast them into 4 adding to them 127 li. of
- [History of St Mary's](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/history-of-st-marys/) - The early church in Abbotts Ann The Christian faith came to southern England during the Roman occupation, but did not long survive their departure. The waves of Saxon invaders who sailed up the local rivers brought their own pagan; gods with them. Cerdic the Saxon, who ruled Hampshire by AD. 500 claimed descent from
- [Your Life Events](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/your-life-events/) - If you are interested in marking a special occasion such as a baptism or wedding with us please contact our Anna Benefice administrator, Danielle Lloyd, at officeannabenefice@gmail.com.
- [Who's Who at the Church](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/whos-who-at-the-church/) - Benefice Team Rector Revd Teresa Townsend Rest Day normally Thursday revdteresaannabenefice@gmail.com 01264 571213 and 07464 272894 Assistant Priest Revd. Nicky Judd Rest Day normally Wednesday revdnickyannabenefice@gmail.com 729075 Licensed Lay Minister Tim Tayler llmtimannabenefice@gmail.com 710201 Licensed Lay Minister Peter Eastwood llmpeterannabenefice@gmail.com 353320 Benefice Administrator Danielle Lloyd officeannabenefice@gmail.com 07468 753777 Parochial
- [Church](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/) - Our vision is to be a joyous, welcoming, caring church family in the heart of our village community, open to all and working together to bring the good news of Jesus to everyone. Our church, dedicated to St Mary the Virgin, is a tranquil place where residents and visitors can worship God at
- [Abbotts Ann Players](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/abbotts-ann-players/) - Abbotts Ann Players perform twice or three times a years, usually in the War Memorial Hall. From the start of a production we meet on a Tuesday evening to rehearse until we're word perfect - well nearly! Our latest Christmas 2023 was Mother Goose Played to a Full House for all Performances The Abbotts Ann
- [John Barlow Awarded Hibbert Cup](https://www.abbottsann.com/john-barlow-awarded-hibbert-cup/) - The Hibbert Cup is awarded by Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall for outstanding, voluntary, unpaid contribution to the community in honour of Basil Hibbert, who himself made an outstanding contribution to our community. The worthy winner of the Hibbert Cup for year 2023-24 is John Barlow. John and his wife Jenny moved into the village
- [Nursery School](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/nursery-school/) - Abbotts Ann Nursery School is a small, friendly pre-school located in the heart of the village, offering stimulating and fun-filled activities for your child to help them learn and make friends. AANS is a registered charity, number 1169193, and is supported by a committee of parent volunteers. For further information please contact the Nursery Manager,
- [Parish Magazine Subscription and Advertising](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/abbotts-ann-magazine-subscription-and-advertising/) - Price £1 from the Village Shop or delivered free in Abbotts Ann on subscription of £12 per annum. Monthly or Annual advertising is available and leaflet drops can be arranged. Advertising rates are as follows:- Monthly advertising (black and white only) Quarter page £15 per insertion Half page £30 per insertion Full page £60 per
- [Hall Booking Payment Successful](https://www.abbottsann.com/hall-booking-payment-successful/) - Thank you for your booking. Your payment for the booking has been successfully received.
- [Hall Booking Payment Failed](https://www.abbottsann.com/hall-booking-payment-failed/) - Your Debit/Credit card Payment was Unsuccessful. However, your booking has been approved and provided you make a bank transfer within 3 days, the booking will be confirmed.
- [Booking Payment Confirmation](https://www.abbottsann.com/wpbc-booking-payment-successful/) - Thank you for your booking. Your payment for the booking has been successfully received.
- [WI Picture Gallery](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/wi/wi-picture-gallery/)
- [Application for Membership of the War Memorial Hall 100 Club](https://www.abbottsann.com/application-for-membership-of-the-war-memorial-hall-2/) - Time to join the ‘100 Club’ for 2023/24 you could be one of our lucky monthly winners! Subscription is still only £15 for the 12 months. Three prizes monthly of £30, £20 and £10. Bonus draws in December with a first prize of £100 and a losers draw in March. All money raised goes directly
- [Sign up for Post Office & Village Shop Newsletter](https://www.abbottsann.com/sign-up-for-post-office-village-shop-newsletter/)
- [Register your Connection to FTTP](https://www.abbottsann.com/register-your-connection-to-fttp/)
- [Village Shop & Post Office Document Archive](https://www.abbottsann.com/village-shop-post-office-document-archive/) - This archive holds old documents for the Village Shop and Post Office mainly related to previous AGM's 2023 2022 2021
- [AGM Meeting Minutes held on Wednesday 7th July 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/agm-meeting-minutes-held-on-wednesday-7th-july-2021/) - Please find HERE the minutes of last years annual general meeting of the Abbotts Ann Village Shop Association
- [Beoworld B&O Manual Upload](https://www.abbottsann.com/beoworld-bo-manual-upload/) - [wordpress_file_upload]
- [FTTP Fibre Upgrade Project -- Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.abbottsann.com/fttp-fibre-broadband-upgrade-project-frequently-asked-questions/) - Abbotts Ann FTTP Fibre Broadband Upgrade Project - FAQ Below are some commonly asked questions, with regards to the village FTTP upgrade project. We hope this resolves any queries and allows you to support the project to upgrade Abbotts Ann’s internet infrastructure, by making use of this time limited government funding. Click HERE for a
- [FTTP Household Voucher Status](https://www.abbottsann.com/fttp-household-voucher-status/) - To help the FTTP Gigabit Broadband Project Team keep track of the DCMS government emails and the response status we would ask you please to complete the form below. You should do this even if you have previously emailed one of us with status or problem.
- [FTTP Voucher Status Acknowledgement](https://www.abbottsann.com/fttp-voucher-status-acknowledgement/) - Thank you for entering the status of your FTTP voucher Your information has been successfully received
- [Abbotts Ann Fibre Broadband Voucher Video](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-fibre-broadband-voucher-video/) - If you have signed up for FTTP Gigabit Broadband you will have already received your email or will do soon, PLEASE VIEW THIS VIDEO MADE BY JEREMY
- [Schedule Church Services in July and August](https://www.abbottsann.com/schedule-church-services-in-july-and-august/) - Services Readings St Mary’s Abbotts Ann All Saints’ Upper Clatford St Peter’sGoodworth Clatford Zoom Praise Sunday 3rd July Trinity 3 Thomas the Apostle Ephesians 2:19-22 John 20:24-29 0930 Morning Worship Peter Eastwood 0930 Parish Communion Teresa Townsend 0800 Holy Communion Teresa Townsend 1100 Morning Worship Peter Eastwood 1800 Zoom Teresa Townsend
- [What's Happening at St Mary's](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/whats-happening-at-st-marys/) - There is a service every week at St Mary’s, and these take a variety of forms. For details you can visit A Church Near You. or the Anna Benefice website: Welcome to Anna Benefice - Home page
- [Post Office Report for AGM 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/post-office-report-for-agm-2021/) - Post Office Report 2020 and 2021 have been challenging for everyone including the post office and your shop. The pandemic has highlighted the important contribution our business makes to our community locally and increasingly further afield. Our post office managed to stay open over the last 16 months where many other post offices had to
- [Treasurer’s Report for AGM 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/treasurers-report-for-agm-2021/) - Abbotts Ann Village Shop Association Treasurer’s Report For Year Ending 31st December 2020 It is an ill wind that blows nobody any good, and certainly 2020 was not a good year for many businesses. The “lockdown” restrictions that curtailed many people’s activities and enforced stay at home has had a beneficial effect on the shop.
- [Chairman's Report for AGM 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/chairmans-report-for-agm-2021/) - When viewing this document you can click the menu icon shown at the bottom of the screen for full screen view [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="12730" title="false"]
- [List of Addresses in Amport](https://www.abbottsann.com/list-of-addresses-in-amport/) - This List of 27 Addresses in Amport Parish. If your address is on this list you are eligible for a free FTTP upgrade. Properties NOT on this list means you are on a different exchange and therefore are NOT included in this project. The list is in blocks of Postcodes starting SP11 8AE to SP11
- [Gigabit Broadband Addresses in Abbotts Ann Parish](https://www.abbottsann.com/gigabit-broadband-addresses/) - This List of Addresses contains 622 premises in Abbotts Ann Parish The list is in blocks of Postcodes starting SP11 7AS to SP11 7SZ and is in alphabetical order based on the RED highlight character in the Post Code 1 DOWN FARM BARNS SALISBURY ROAD ABBOTTS ANN DOWN ANDOVER SP11 7AA 2 DOWN FARM
- [List of Addresses in Monxton Parish](https://www.abbottsann.com/list-of-addresses-in-monxton-parish/) - This List of 142 Addresses in Monxton Parish. If your address is on this list you are eligible for a free FTTP upgrade. Properties NOT on this list means you are on a different exchange and therefore are NOT included in this project. The list is in blocks of Postcodes starting SP11 8AH to
- [Abbotts Ann Magazine](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/the-abbotts-ann-village-magazine/) - Price 50p from the Village Shop or delivered free in Abbotts Ann on subscription of £6 per annum. Monthly or Annual advertising is available and leaflet drops can be arranged. Advertising rates are as follows:- Monthly advertising (black and white only) Quarter page £15 per insertion Half page £30 per insertion Full page £60 per
- [Parish Magazine Back Issues](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/the-abbotts-ann-village-magazine/parish-magazine-back-issues/) - 2017 2016 2015 2014
- [Contact Us](https://www.abbottsann.com/contact-us/) - To contact Abbotts Ann & Little Ann Village Organisations
- [Village Shop Association AGM Minutes 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/village-shop-association-agm-minutes-2021/) - DETAILS ACTION 1 APOLOGIES FOR ABSENCE None received 2. MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING Minutes from AGM held in 2020 were proposed by John Barlow and seconded by Maureen Flood. 0 Against, 0 Abstentions. Motion passed. 3. CHAIRMAN’S REPORT Full report is available to read. In Summary: Spring 2020 brought
- [Profit & Loss Accounts for FY ending 31st December 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/profit-loss-accounts-for-fy-ending-31st-december-2020/) - The Abbotts Ann Village Shop Assication Profit & Loss Accounts can be viewed HERE
- [GigaBit Broadband Project Video](https://www.abbottsann.com/gigabit-broadband-project-video/) - See the video from Jeremy Mason on the Abbotts Ann GigaBit Broadband Project.
- [Gigabit Broadband Signup Form](https://www.abbottsann.com/gigabit-broadband-signup-form/)
- [Parish Magazine -- May 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-may-2021/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="12012" title="false"]
- [April 2021 Parish Magazine On-Line](https://www.abbottsann.com/april2021-parish-magazine-on-line/) - View the on-line Edition of the Abbotts Ann Parish Magazine Hello lovely readers! Another month, wow, having a blast! You will find that this edition seems longer than usual, and you will be right - it is, this must be a record, it is 60 pages! I know, but everyone seemed to want to have
- [Parish Magazine -- April 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-april-2021/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="11881" title="false"]
- [Edit your subscription to the Village Email System](https://www.abbottsann.com/edit-your-subscription-to-the-village-email-system/) - Village Email System User Profile You can change your subscription to the Village email system below or unsubscribe completely.
- [Parish Magazine -- March 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-march-2021/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="11727" title="false"]
- [March 2021 Parish Magazine On-Line](https://www.abbottsann.com/march2021-parish-magazine-on-line/) - View the on-line Edition of the Abbotts Ann Parish Magazine To you lovely readers Spring, beautiful, stunning and uplifting. I know that many of you are already walking the lanes, I've stopped and talked to you!! I hope that you are enjoying it as much as I am and with this spell of lovely weather
- [Parish Magazine -- February 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-february-2021/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="11587" title="false"]
- [Parish Magazine -- January 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-january-2021/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="11448" title="false"]
- [Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/village-hall/)
- [Parish Magazine -- November 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-november-2020/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="11142" title="false"]
- [Parish Magazine -- December 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-december-2020/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="11277" title="false"]
- [September's Parish Magazine On-Line](https://www.abbottsann.com/september-parish-magazine-on-line/) - View the on-line Edition of the Abbotts Ann Parish Magazine Dear Wonderful Readers Another edition of the magazine is awaiting your inspection online. I am afraid that there is still no news as to when we will be going back into paper format, so, for now, make the most of the colour!! Keep staying safe.
- [Sports Field and Pavilion Rate Card](https://www.abbottsann.com/sports-field-and-pavillion-rate-card/) - Bulbery Sports Field and Pavillion Abbotts Ann Sports Field Rate Card Terms and conditions of hire: The terms and conditions of hire of the field and its facilities are subject to terms and conditions available for download from this website. You must tick the box on the booking form or indicate at the time of
- [Parish Magazine -- October 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-october-2020/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="10922" title="false"]
- [Parish Magazine -- September 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-september-2020/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="10626" title="false"]
- [Members of the Sports Field Committee](https://www.abbottsann.com/members-of-the-sports-field-committee/) - The following are members of the Abbotts Ann Sports Field Committee:- Kate Bone -- Chairperson Maryann Wardman -- Bookings Secretary Mel Poole Jane Wiggs Mr. Wiggs Kelly Jenkins Chris Wallis representative of the Abbotts Ann Parish Council
- [Terms and Conditions of Hire](https://www.abbottsann.com/terms-and-conditions-of-hire/) - Bulbery Sports Field and Pavilion Abbotts Ann Sports Field Terms and conditions of hire: The terms and conditions of hire of the field and its facilities are subject to terms and conditions set out below. You must indicate at the time of booking via e-mail or in writing that you accept these terms and conditions
- [Bulbery Sports Field & Pavillion](https://www.abbottsann.com/bulbery-sports-field-and-pavillion/) - Located at Bulbery, Abbotts Ann, SP11 7BN The sports field at Bulbery was donated to the community of Abbotts Ann and is held in trust for the community by the Parish Council. The field is managed by an advisory committee of the council which comprises of three councillors and up to four interested members of
- [Parish Magazine -- August 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-august-2020/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="10461" title="false"]
- [About AAGA](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/abbotts-ann-green-action/introduction/) - Abbotts Ann Green Action (AAGA) aims to provide people in Abbotts Ann with information about how the planet’s resources are running out and how our climate is changing. We want to encourage the whole village to develop a low-carbon life-style both by using less energy, preferably from renewable sources, and by making changes in life-style. We
- [June's Parish Magazine On-Line](https://www.abbottsann.com/junes-parish-magazine-on-line/) - View the on-line Edition of the Abbotts Ann Parish Magazine Welcome to everyone We have been hearing a lot about ‘firsts’ over the last month, first time to be cancelled - The British Open, Wimbledon, Brighton Festival, Comic Con to name but a few, but NOT the Abbotts Ann Parish Magazine! Even though it is
- [May's Parish Magazine On-Line](https://www.abbottsann.com/mays-parish-magazine-on-line/) - View the on-line Edition of the Abbotts Ann Parish Magazine May's Magazine is now available for you to browse through and I hope that you continue to enjoy it. Judeth Dashwood -- Editor Click HERE to view the on-line Parish Magazine When viewing the magazine after clicking the link above you can click the menu
- [July's Parish Magazine On-Line](https://www.abbottsann.com/july-parish-magazine-on-line/) - View the on-line Edition of the Abbotts Ann Parish Magazine July Magazine is now available for you to browse through and I hope that you continue to enjoy it. Once again I would like to thank all of those who have contributed to it, we have some fantastic articles this month. I would also like to
- [Parish Magazine -- May 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-may-2020/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="9757" title="false"]
- [Parish Magazine -- July 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-july-2020/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="10305" title="false"]
- [The Story so far..](https://www.abbottsann.com/the-story-so-far/) - Our story begins as long ago as 2013 when the Abbotts Ann Vision initiative invited villagers to imagine their vision for the future of Abbotts Ann. Many ideas were suggested through discussion groups and community consultations and as a result a number of activities took place, some of which continue to this day. 75% of
- [Village Shop History](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/village-shop-history/) - Working with the community for the benefit of the community The Shop Now The Abbots Ann village Shop is run by the community for the community and any profits are returned into investment in the shop and other community projects, so the shop actually runs on a not for profit basis. The shop is managed
- [Parish Magazine -- June 2020](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-magazine-june-2020/) - [3d-flip-book mode="fullscreen" urlparam="fb3d-page" id="10175" title="false"]
- [Parish Council](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council/parish-council/) - The Parish Council maintains a dedicated website - please visit www.abbottsann-pc.gov.uk
- [Abbotts Ann Housing Project Update March 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/housing-local-people/abbotts-ann-housing-project-update-march-2019/) - We are making significant progress and expect that very soon we shall be able to announce a village consultation when we shall tell everyone about the housing development we are proposing to build for our village. We shall then seek your feedback, and, we hope, receive your backing. We have identified a site and are
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.abbottsann.com/privacy-policy/) - Who we are Our secure website address is: https://www.abbottsann.com. What personal data we collect and why we collect it Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. Media If you upload
- [Cancelled Booking Confirmation](https://www.abbottsann.com/cancel-an-existing-booking/)
- [Edit an Existing Booking which you Previously Made](https://www.abbottsann.com/edit-an-existing-booking/)
- [Accounts](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council/accounts/) - 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014
- [Archive Transcriptions](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/archive-transcriptions/) - Please click on the following external links to view archive transcriptions at Abbotts Ann Church - Baptism's in 1700 & 1800's Marriages in 1700's Burials in 1700 & 1800's
- [Graveyard Index](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/graveyard-index/) - To view the list of burial plots at St Mary's Church, please click here. Please view the following documents first to fully understand the burial areas and layout:- You will find the Overall Church Area Map HERE You will find the Map Index HERE You will find the East Map rows 1 to 17 HERE You
- [Church Property Documents](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/church/church-property-documents/) - Various documents list property belonging to the Church At various times the church authorities made a "Terrier" or inventory of their property. A Terrier of the Glebe Lands of the Parsonage, AD 1638, lists holdings of strips in various fields as does another dated 1766. This second one lists in detail the buildings that went
- [Abbotts Ann Telephone Directory Application Form](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-telephone-directory-application-form/) - Telephone Directory 2017 Application Form
- [Abbotts Ann Burial Ground](https://www.abbottsann.com/abbotts-ann-burial-ground/) - 2017 2016
- [History of the Institute](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/wi/history-of-the-institute/) - The Institute was formed in December 1917, and was a founding member of the Hampshire Federation in 1918. During 1921 members assisted in raising funds for the erection of a brick building on land donated to the village for a playground in 1919, this was to replace two huts destroyed by fire in February 1921. In
- [Conservation Area Review](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council/conservation-area-review/) - ABBOTTS ANN CONSERVATION AREA REVIEW Introduction a. Anne-Marie Lomax Historic Areas Officer. I work for Planning Services in the Policy, Design & Conservation Section, I work part-time Tuesday to Thursday and my job is to review all Conservation Areas within TVBC. b. To explain the background to the review i.e. to explain the context within
- [Tree Cutting Planning Permission](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council/tree-cutting-planning-permission/) - TREE WORKS WITHIN THE ABBOTTS ANN CONSERVATION AREA Residents are reminded that Test Valley must have given their approval (in writing ) before any tree work is carried out within the Abbotts Ann Conservation Area. For more information contact the TVBC Planning Department, at Beech Hurst on Andover (01264) 368000 and ask for the planning
- [HCC’s Emergency Planning Unit Handbook](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council/hccs-emergency-planning-unit-handbook/) - Attached is a HANDBOOK which was produced by HCC’s Emergency Planning Unit for all County, District /Borough, Parish and Town Councillors - which included information useful in a flood emergency.
- [Maintenance Contract Schedule of Works](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council/maintenance-contract-schedule-of-works/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council Maintenance Contract Schedule of Works started May 2017, click HERE to open
- [Countrywide Grounds Maintenance Contract](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council/countrywide-grounds-maintenance-contract/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council Countrywide Grounds Maintenance Contract signed May 2017, click HERE to open
- [Questions and Answers](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/housing-local-people/housing-projecthouses-local-people-questions-and-answers/) - Where will the houses be built? Probably somewhere on the edge of the village in a location that the planners will accept for a community led scheme to meet local need. We have encouraged everybody in the village to participate in the process of agreeing selection criteria and suggesting possible sites. How will
- [Housing For Local People](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/housing-local-people/housing-project/) - Proposals for a small development of homes by the village for the village. We shall keep the village informed of developments through magazine, website, and village email and by mail-outs to those who left their contact details at the meeting in January 2017. If you would like your name added to the mailing list,
- [Housing For Local People, The Beginning](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/housing-local-people/housing-project/housing-local-people-beginning/) - Could this have been one of the largest village meeting ever? On Thursday 19th January 125 people packed the Village School Hall to hear proposals for a small development of homes by the village for the village. As they arrived they were offered a drink and invited to inspect the exhibition stands in the
- [Housing for Local People](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/housing-local-people/) - Below you will find information about the Abbotts Ann Housing project including: Latest progress report Questions and answers about the project Account of the public meeting on 17 January 2017 Slides presented at the public meeting on 17 January 2017 More information can be obtained from: Beth Deacon 711041 David Read 710090 Ray Lucas
- [Lease of former School Playing Field in Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council/lease-of-former-school-playing-field-in-abbotts-ann/) - HAMPSHIRE COUNTY COUNCILandABBOTTS ANN PARISH COUNCILLEASEof former school playing field in Abbotts Ann HampshireYou may read a scanned copy of the agreement between the parties HERE
- [Transport](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/transport/) - The Abbotts Ann Vision Transport Project was set up to investigate ways in which the village might become less reliant on private cars, and various means of working towards this aim were investigated. The main achievement of the project has been to publicise the various transport options available to Abbotts Ann residents.Information on these services
- [Countryside Group](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/countryside-presentation/) - PurposeThe Countryside Group was set up to promote greater connection with and appreciation of the surrounding countryside and those who work on the land. ObjectivesTo increase contact between villagers and landowners/farmersTo promote understanding and enjoyment of the countrysideTo explore possibilities of increased access to farmlandTo record and protect village trees and plant new trees Progress Past Events An indoor
- [Parish Council](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council/)
- [Latest News](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/abbotts-ann-green-action/latest-news-2/) - This is where you can find the latest news from AAGA
- [Programme of Events](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/abbotts-ann-green-action/programme-of-events/) - We we soon be adding our programme of Events here
- [Abbotts Ann Green Action](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/abbotts-ann-green-action/)
- [Abbotts Ann WI](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/wi/) - The information on these pages has been compiled from various records of the Institute dating back to the late 1920's including minutes and scrapbooks. Copyright © 2000 - 2011 Abbotts Ann & Little Ann Womens InstituteThe content of these W.I. pages are the property of the contributing members of the W.I.
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- [Map](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/map/) - Abbotts Ann is a village in the parish of the same name, approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) south-west of Andover, Hampshire, England. There are also some documents produced in 2006 which show some good detail of the village, including footpaths. These can be viewed here and here. Key - 1 - The Old Bakery - now
- [Calendar](https://www.abbottsann.com/events-3/calendar/) - CONTENTS
- [Pubs](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/pubs/) - There are two Public Houses within the village boundaries. The Eagle Public House is located in the centre of the village opposite the old school and run by Alan and Kate Wingate. The Eagle has won a CAMRA award for their wonderful selection of real ales. The Ales on rotation are all sourced from local breweries
- [Village Design Statement](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/village-design-statement/) - First published in June 2000 The Village Design Team and the Parish Council provided every village household with a copy of the Abbotts Ann Village Design Statement. You can view and download your own copy of this detailed Village Design Statement. To download this document in PDF format click here. The main purpose of this document
- [School](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/school/) - Abbotts Ann Village School has its own website which can be found by clicking here.
- [Amenities & Services](https://www.abbottsann.com/amenitiesservices/)
- [Clubs & Societies](https://www.abbottsann.com/clubssocieties/)
- [Clerk's Column Repository](https://www.abbottsann.com/parish-council/clarks-column-repository/) - The Abbotts Ann Parish Council is committed to making Parish Council information available on this village web site and includes the more light hearted Monthly Newsletter which was started when the new Parish Clerk took over in September 2005. From November 2012 the Parish Clerk's Newsletter was renamed "Clerk's Column". 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009
- [Categories](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/categories/) - CONTENTS
- [Memories of past events](https://www.abbottsann.com/events-3/memories/)
- [Events](https://www.abbottsann.com/events-3/)
- [Water Colour of Poplar Farm at Little Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/history/water-colour-of-poplar-farm-at-little-ann/) - The original of this water colour is owned by Maurice W.D.Bleines - it was found among his Fathers odds and ends many years ago. It now has pride of place in his sitting room.It is believed that it was probably painted in the latter half of the nineteenth century, where his Father obtained it, is not known.Written on the
- [Ken Robinson Remembers](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/history/ken-robinson-remembers/) - Written by Ken Robinson in September 1991He remembers the Village as it was.9 Little Park, Abbotts Ann Perhaps the first memories I have of Little Park are of the oil lamps we used for lighting the bungalow until the electricity supply arrived.I was four years old when my mother, my brother, my sister and myself came
- [Our Village](https://www.abbottsann.com/our-village/)
- [Events](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/) - CONTENTS
- [Locations](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/locations/) - CONTENTS
- [Tags](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/tags/) - CONTENTS

## Events

- [Abbotts Ann WI Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-wi-monthly-meeting-5/) - Speaker: Tony Cross Subject: A History of Hampshire We welcome visitors - £5 entry to include refreshments
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-27/) - Entry £2 to include refreshments Non-members very welcome - please come and meet us in an informal setting
- [CANCELLED -- Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-26/) - THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO HIGH TEMPERATURES
- [Relax and Refresh with QiGong](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/relax-and-refresh-with-qigong-4/) - Relax and Refresh with QiGong (Tai Chi) ! Starting on 1 September, join Annabel as she leads you through gentle, flowing movements, breath awareness and visualisation to still your mind and find your inner calm. QiGong is an ancient Chinese practice like Tai Chi which helps to enhance balance, improve concentration and boost your energy.
- [Relax and Refresh with QiGong](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/relax-and-refresh-with-qigong-3/) - Relax and Refresh with QiGong (Tai Chi) ! Starting on 1 September, join Annabel as she leads you through gentle, flowing movements, breath awareness and visualisation to still your mind and find your inner calm. QiGong is an ancient Chinese practice like Tai Chi which helps to enhance balance, improve concentration and boost your energy.
- [Relax and Refresh with QiGong](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/relax-and-refresh-with-qigong-2/) - Relax and Refresh with QiGong (Tai Chi) ! Starting on 1 September, join Annabel as she leads you through gentle, flowing movements, breath awareness and visualisation to still your mind and find your inner calm. QiGong is an ancient Chinese practice like Tai Chi which helps to enhance balance, improve concentration and boost your energy.
- [Relax and Refresh with QiGong](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/relax-and-refresh-with-qigong/) - Relax and Refresh with QiGong (Tai Chi) ! Starting on 1 September, join Annabel as she leads you through gentle, flowing movements, breath awareness and visualisation to still your mind and find your inner calm. QiGong is an ancient Chinese practice like Tai Chi which helps to enhance balance, improve concentration and boost your energy.
- [New Rock/Pop Choir in Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/new-rock-pop-choir-in-abbotts-ann-3/) - A New Rock/Pop Choir starting in Abbotts Ann Calling all Male and Female singers over 18, DyNaMix Choirs is starting in Abbotts Ann in September, following great success in the South West ! Join an energetic, dynamic, challenging and fun choir. No audition or previous experience necessary. When : Every Monday evening, starting 7 September
- [New Rock/Pop Choir in Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/new-rock-pop-choir-in-abbotts-ann-2/) - A New Rock/Pop Choir starting in Abbotts Ann Calling all Male and Female singers over 18, DyNaMix Choirs is starting in Abbotts Ann in September, following great success in the South West ! Join an energetic, dynamic, challenging and fun choir. No audition or previous experience necessary. When : Every Monday evening, starting 7 September
- [New Rock/Pop Choir in Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/new-rock-pop-choir-in-abbotts-ann/) - A New Rock/Pop Choir starting in Abbotts Ann Calling all Male and Female singers over 18, DyNaMix Choirs is starting in Abbotts Ann in September, following great success in the South West ! Join an energetic, dynamic, challenging and fun choir. No audition or previous experience necessary. When : Every Monday evening, starting 7 September
- [A New Rock/Pop Choir starting in Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/a-new-rock-pop-choir-starting-in-abbotts-ann/) - A New Rock/Pop Choir starting in Abbotts Ann Calling all Male and Female singers over 18, DyNaMix Choirs is starting in Abbotts Ann in September, following great success in the South West ! Join an energetic, dynamic, challenging and fun choir. No audition or previous experience necessary. When : Every Monday evening, starting 7 September
- [Sound Journeys Candlelit Gong Bath Meditation](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/sound-journeys-candlelit-gong-bath-meditation-3/) - Candlelit Gong Bath Step into a soothing sanctuary of sound and vibration Purely by candlelight Friday 11th September 2026 -- 6.30 pm until 7.30pm Join Hampshire Gong/Bowl Practitioner Shaun, for a deeply relaxing and restorative gong bath session at Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall. More information and tickets click HERE Overview Join Hampshire Gong/Bowl Practitioner
- [FREE Prostate Cancer Tests at War Memorial Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/free-prostate-cancer-tests-at-war-memorial-hall/) - The Prostate Project Van will be at Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall offering FREE PSA Tests to help detect prostate Cancer on Saturday 26th September 2026 from 11am until 3pm. FREE PSA blood Test You must bring your NHS number Booking is required Eligibility Criteria: Men aged 50 to 70 Black men aged 45+ Men
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-19/) - Former BBC Reporter Alan Jones - Tales of a Roving Reporter As always non-members welcome - Entry fee £5 to include refreshments
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-25/) - Entry £2 including refreshments Non-members very welcome - please come and meet us informally
- [Abbotts Ann Post Office & Village Shop AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-post-office-village-shop-agm/) - A reminder that our Village Shop AGM is on Tuesday 14th July at 7pm at the War Memorial Hall. It would be great to see you there. The Abbotts Ann village Shop is run by the community for the community and any profits are returned into investment in the shop and other community projects, so
- [Abbotts Ann WI Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-wi-monthly-meeting-4/) - The Womens Institute Monthly Meeting will be held on Thursday 30th July 2026 at 7:30 until 9pm All Welcome -- Members Free and Visitors £5
- [Sound Journeys Candlelit Gong Bath Meditation](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/sound-journeys-candlelit-gong-bath-meditation/) - Candlelit Gong Bath Step into a soothing sanctuary of sound and vibration Purely by candlelight Friday 10th July 2026 -- 6.30 pm until 7.30pm Join Hampshire Gong/Bowl Practitioner Shaun, for a deeply relaxing and restorative gong bath session at Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall. More information and tickets click HERE Overview Join Hampshire Gong/Bowl Practitioner
- [YOGA -- Every Wednesday 7-8 PM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/yoga-every-wednesday-7-8-pm-5/) - YOGA classes every Wednesday 7-8 PM in the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall A welcoming all-levels yoga class to help you feel stronger, calmer and more connected. Contact Jade to book 07584 305409 or Email Jade@yoganaflow.com
- [YOGA -- Every Wednesday 7-8 PM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/yoga-every-wednesday-7-8-pm-4/) - YOGA classes every Wednesday 7-8 PM in the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall A welcoming all-levels yoga class to help you feel stronger, calmer and more connected. Contact Jade to book 07584 305409 or Email Jade@yoganaflow.com
- [YOGA -- Every Wednesday 7-8 PM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/yoga-every-wednesday-7-8-pm-3/) - YOGA classes every Wednesday 7-8 PM in the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall A welcoming all-levels yoga class to help you feel stronger, calmer and more connected. Contact Jade to book 07584 305409 or Email Jade@yoganaflow.com
- [YOGA -- Every Wednesday 7-8 PM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/yoga-every-wednesday-7-8-pm-2/) - YOGA classes every Wednesday 7-8 PM in the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall A welcoming all-levels yoga class to help you feel stronger, calmer and more connected. Contact Jade to book 07584 305409 or Email Jade@yoganaflow.com
- [YOGA -- Every Wednesday 7-8 PM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/yoga-every-wednesday-7-8-pm/) - YOGA classes every Wednesday 7-8 PM in the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall A welcoming all-levels yoga class to help you feel stronger, calmer and more connected. Contact Jade to book 07584 305409 or Email Jade@yoganaflow.com
- [Wimbledon Men's Final LIVE at the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wimbledon-mens-final-live-at-the-village-hall/) - Wimbledon Men's Final on Sunday 12th July 2026 starting at 4pm at the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Don't sit on your own! Come and join us and get the atmosphere The next best thing to being at Wimbledon itself its FREE We have an open bar with a few snacks, but if you wish
- [Abbotts Ann Fete 2026](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-fete-2026/) - Introduction to the Abbotts Ann Village Fete Village Fete The village fete is usually on the 1st Saturday in September starting at 1pm, and is held either in the village centre or up at Bulbery playing field. This year the fete is on Saturday 5th September 2026, from 1pm, and will be held in the village
- [Abbotts Ann Players presents Move Over Mrs. Markham](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-presents-move-over-mrs-markham-2/) - Abbotts Ann Players presents Move Over Mrs. Markham A Hilarious Comedy by Ray Cooney & John Chatman 3rd & 4th July at 7:00pm Tickets £15 (including ploughmans meal) Tickets available from Abbotts Ann Village Shop and The Andover Tap or call 07973 297064
- [Abbotts Ann Players presents Move Over Mrs. Markham](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-presents-move-over-mrs-markham/) - Abbotts Ann Players presents Move Over Mrs. Markham A Hilarious Comedy by Ray Cooney & John Chatman 3rd & 4th July at 7:00pm Tickets £15 (including ploughmans meal) Tickets available from Abbotts Ann Village Shop and The Andover Tap or call 07973 297064
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-24/) - Entry £2 to include refreshments Non-members very welcome
- [A New Community Club "I Can Move More in Abbotts Ann"](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/a-new-community-club-i-can-move-more-in-abbotts-ann/) - The Village Hall Committee is delighted to be supporting I Can Move More to bring a new Community Club to the Village. By mixing friendly social sessions with gentle exercise, this club aims to help residents stay active and keep connected. It builds on the success of the club in Andover and the expertise of
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Annual Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-annual-meeting-2/) - No speaker at this event Fish & Chip Supper
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-23/) - Entry £2 to include refreshments Non-members very welcome - come and meet us in an informal setting
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. - Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-18/) - Guest Speaker Jo Joynes - The Power of Colour Non-members welcome. Entry £5 to include refreshments
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-22/) - Entry £2 including refreshments Non-members very welcome - please come and meet us informally
- [Parish Assembly](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/parish-assembly/) - The Annual Parish Assembly will take place on Thursday 14th May 2026
- [War Memorial Hall Annual General Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/war-memorial-hall-annual-general-meeting-2/) - The Annual General Meeting of the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Charity will take place on Wednesday 1st April 2026 at 7pm. Last year the hall trustees and committee decided to move the AGM from its normal date in January to April when normally we have lighter evenings. Complimentary drinks and snacks will be provided
- [Body Groove Dancing](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/body-groove-dancing-6/) - Body Groove offers you a fun way to keep fit through dance, with super easy routines you can interpret your own way, there is no right or wrong. An ALL ages dance experience with Miss Tripoli on Monday 20th April 2026 From 6pm - 7pm -- Cost £5 For tickets go to https://events.abbottsann.com Abbotts Ann
- [Body Groove Dancing](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/body-groove-dancing-5/) - Body Groove offers you a fun way to keep fit through dance, with super easy routines you can interpret your own way, there is no right or wrong. An ALL ages dance experience with Miss Tripoli on Monday 13th April 2026 From 6pm - 7pm -- Cost £5 For tickets go to https://events.abbottsann.com Abbotts Ann
- [Body Groove Dancing](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/body-groove-dancing-4/) - Body Groove offers you a fun way to keep fit through dance, with super easy routines you can interpret your own way, there is no right or wrong. An ALL ages dance experience with Miss Tripoli on Monday 30th March 2026 From 6pm - 7pm -- Cost £5 For tickets go to https://events.abbottsann.com Abbotts Ann
- [Body Groove Dancing](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/body-groove-dancing-3/) - Body Groove offers you a fun way to keep fit through dance, with super easy routines you can interpret your own way, there is no right or wrong. An ALL ages dance experience with Miss Tripoli on Monday 23rd March 2026 From 6pm - 7pm -- Cost £5 For tickets go to https://events.abbottsann.com Abbotts Ann
- [Body Groove Dancing](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/body-groove-dancing-2/) - Body Groove offers you a fun way to keep fit through dance, with super easy routines you can interpret your own way, there is no right or wrong. An ALL ages dance experience with Miss Tripoli on Monday 16th March 2026 From 6pm - 7pm -- Cost £5 For tickets go to https://events.abbottsann.com Abbotts Ann
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-17/) - Speaker: Lt. Col. Jeremy Prescott Subject: Violetta Szabo GC Non-members welcome. Entry fee £5 to include refreshments
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-21/) - Refreshments £2: non-members welcome, come and meet us in an informal setting
- [One Hour Yoga Sessions](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/one-hour-yoga-sessions-6/) - Yoga with Cerys Suitable for beginners Price: £60 for 6 wk course or £15 drop-in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall, SP11 7AZ Weekly Starting Thursday 12th March 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM To book: Yoga with Cerys Yoga with Cerys - Kaiiso Yoga and Wellbeing on Facebook
- [One Hour Yoga Sessions](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/one-hour-yoga-sessions-5/) - Yoga with Cerys Suitable for beginners Price: £60 for 6 wk course or £15 drop-in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall, SP11 7AZ Weekly Starting Thursday 12th March 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM To book: Yoga with Cerys Yoga with Cerys - Kaiiso Yoga and Wellbeing on Facebook
- [One Hour Yoga Sessions](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/one-hour-yoga-sessions-4/) - Yoga with Cerys Suitable for beginners Price: £60 for 6 wk course or £15 drop-in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall, SP11 7AZ Weekly Starting Thursday 12th March 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM To book: Yoga with Cerys Yoga with Cerys - Kaiiso Yoga and Wellbeing on Facebook
- [One Hour Yoga Sessions](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/one-hour-yoga-sessions-3/) - Yoga with Cerys Suitable for beginners Price: £60 for 6 wk course or £15 drop-in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall, SP11 7AZ Weekly Starting Thursday 12th March 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM To book: Yoga with Cerys Yoga with Cerys - Kaiiso Yoga and Wellbeing on Facebook
- [One Hour Yoga Sessions](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/one-hour-yoga-sessions-2/) - Yoga with Cerys Suitable for beginners Price: £60 for 6 wk course or £15 drop-in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall, SP11 7AZ Weekly Starting Thursday 12th March 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM To book: Yoga with Cerys Yoga with Cerys - Kaiiso Yoga and Wellbeing on Facebook
- [One Hour Yoga Sessions](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/one-hour-yoga-sessions/) - Yoga with Cerys Suitable for beginners Price: £60 for 6 wk course or £15 drop-in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall, SP11 7AZ Weekly Starting Thursday 12th March 2026 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM To book: Yoga with Cerys Yoga with Cerys - Kaiiso Yoga and Wellbeing on Facebook
- [Abbotts Ann WI Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-wi-monthly-meeting-3/) - Speaker: Jane Glennie Subject: Jane Austen & her best friend Martha Non-members welcome. Entry £5 to include refreshments
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-20/) - Entry £2 to include refreshments Non-members welcome - please come and meet us informally
- [Body Groove Dancing](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/body-groove-dancing/) - Body Groove offers you a fun way to keep fit through dance, with super easy routines you can interpret your own way, there is no right or wrong. An ALL ages dance experience with Miss Tripoli on Monday 9th March 6pm - 7pm -- Cost £5 For tickets go to https://events.abbottsann.com Abbotts Ann Village Hall,
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-16/) - A representative of Serv Wessex - The Blood Runners who deliver blood products, urgent samples and medication from Hospital Pharmacies - will be informing us about their 24/7 operation
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-19/) - Refreshments £2 : Non-members welcome. Please come and meet us in an informal setting.
- [Play Trains on Saturday 13th December at Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/play-trains-on-saturday-13th-december-at-abbotts-ann-war-memorial-hall/) - Bring your children to Play Trains at Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall on Saturday 13th December. Book HERE via the trainmaster web site..
- [Abbotts Ann WI Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-wi-monthly-meeting-2/) - It's our Christmas Party with a Festive Quiz and buffet supper. Don't forget your party wear!
- [Abbotts Ann WI Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-wi-monthly-meeting/) - Making Cards with Pauline Foster Non-members welcome : Entry Fee £5
- [Abbotts Ann WI Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-wi-coffee-morning/) - Refreshments £2 - Non members very welcome to join us
- [АВBOТTS ANN PLAYERS Presents 2025 Pantomime ALADDIN](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/авboтts-ann-players-presents-2025-pantomime-aladdin-3/) - АВBOТTS ANN PLAYERS PRESENTS 2025 PANTOMIME ALADDIN WRITTEN BY TIM ABRAM АBBОТTS ANN MEMORIAL HALL FRIDAY 5TH DEC 7PM SATURDAY 6TH DEC 2.30PM & 7PM SUNDAY 7TH DEC 4PM ADULT TICKEТ £9 CHILD TICKET (UNDER 16) £5 TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM ABBOTTS ANN SHOP AND THE ANDOVER TAP
- [АВBOТTS ANN PLAYERS Presents 2025 Pantomime ALADDIN](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/авboтts-ann-players-presents-2025-pantomime-aladdin-2/) - АВBOТTS ANN PLAYERS PRESENTS 2025 PANTOMIME ALADDIN WRITTEN BY TIM ABRAM АBBОТTS ANN MEMORIAL HALL FRIDAY 5TH DEC 7PM SATURDAY 6TH DEC 2.30PM & 7PM SUNDAY 7TH DEC 4PM ADULT TICKEТ £9 CHILD TICKET (UNDER 16) £5 TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM ABBOTTS ANN SHOP AND THE ANDOVER TAP
- [АВBOТTS ANN PLAYERS Presents 2025 Pantomime ALADDIN](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/авboтts-ann-players-presents-2025-pantomime-aladdin/) - АВBOТTS ANN PLAYERS PRESENTS 2025 PANTOMIME ALADDIN WRITTEN BY TIM ABRAM АBBОТTS ANN MEMORIAL HALL FRIDAY 5TH DEC 7PM SATURDAY 6TH DEC 2.30PM & 7PM SUNDAY 7TH DEC 4PM ADULT TICKEТ £9 CHILD TICKET (UNDER 16) £5 TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM ABBOTTS ANN SHOP AND THE ANDOVER TAP
- [Anna Benefice -- All Souls Services -- 1st November 2025](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/anna-benefice-all-souls-services-1st-november-2025/) - Sometimes we just need a space to reflect and remember our loved ones who have died. Join us at our churches and if you would like a loved one remembered, contact office@annabenefice.com 3pm -- St Mary's Church Abbotts Ann 4:30pm -- St Peter's Church, Goodworth Clatford 6pm -- All Saints' Church, Upper Clatford
- [Harvest with St Mary's - Service of Celebration followed by Bring & Share Lunch](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/harvest-with-st-marys-service-of-celebration-followed-by-bring-share-lunch/) - Celebrate harvest festival with us at St Mary's Church on Sunday 19th October @ 11am when we shall also be receiving gifts for the Andover Foodbank (see list below), And/Or, join us for the Bring & Share lunch that follows. It will take place at the Village Hall from 12.noon. (Our team will be there to
- [Tangerine Art Talk -- The Significance of Objects in Dutch 17th Century Paintings](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/tangerine-art-talk-the-significance-of-objects-in-dutch-17th-century-paintings/) - Small Things Like These The Significance of Objects in Dutch 17th Century Paintings Speaker: Gail Brown Thursday 23rd October, 7.30pm Abbotts Ann Primary School £10 including a glass of wine Purchase your Tickets at https://events.abbottsann.com
- [Apple Day on Saturday 11th October 2025 at the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/apple-day-on-saturday-11th-october-2025-at-the-village-hall/) - We’re delighted to announce that Abbotts Ann’s Apple Day will be held on Saturday 11th October 2025 from 10am until 1pm at the War Memorial Hall. Apple Day has been a village tradition for many years. Entry is Free and there’s no charge for participation. In the week before Apple Day, you can drop off any
- [ABBOTTS ANN W.I. OUTING TO BLETCHLEY PARK](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-outing-to-bletchley-park/) - ON 06 NOVEMBER 2025 COST £54 (INCLUDING COACH AND ENTRY TICKET) Pick ups:- 8.30 a.m. from The Eagle, Abbotts Ann or 8.45 a.m. from Wickes Car Park, Andover All Welcome (Please help us fill the coach) To book your seat & ticket please call Lynda on 01264 712098
- [Halloween Ball 2025!](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/halloween-ball-2025/) - On Wednesday 29th October 2025, 5:30pm onwards Creepy Burgers and Scary Hot Dogs (sold outside via a food truck) 6:30 until 8pm Disco in the Hall with party games! IMPORTANT INFORMATION Entry to the Hall is £5 per person and children must be accompanied by an Adult. Fancy dress strongly encouraged. There will be a
- [NHS Health Checks](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/nhs-health-checks/) - Announcing the SECOND NHS Health Check session as the first session quickly became fully booked. NHS Health Checks with an appointment will be available in the Abbotts Ann Village hall on Saturday 11th October 2025 to ANYBODY who lives in or near Abbotts Ann including nearby villages. Randox are carrying out the service on behalf
- [Lucy May Walker is back in Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/lucy-may-walker-is-back-in-abbotts-ann/) - Lucy May Walker is a Singer/Songwriter based in Folkestone. Kent. Lucy May began her career busking on the streets of London where she was discovered by Jeremy Vine who then invited her onto both his BBC Radio 2 & TV Talk shows. Lucy has supported the likes of Texas. Wet Wet Wet & Lucy Spraggan
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-15/) - Guest Speaker: Heather Wylde - The Sewing Room , Ghost Story. Non-members welcome : £5 entry fee
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-18/) - Refreshments £2 : Non-members welcome
- [Abbotts Ann Safari Supper](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-safari-supper/) - ABBOTTS ANN SAFARI SUPPER SATURDAY OCTOBER 18TH 2025 Help raise much needed funds for the Countess of Brecknock Hospice. Andover. This has always been a very successful village event and we would love you to join in this year. There will be lots of good food and wine and it is an opportunity to make
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-14/) - A Day in Iran as a Housewife : Sandra Simmonds Non-members welcome. £5 entry fee
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-17/) - Non Members Welcome - Refreshments £2
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-16/) - Refreshments £2 : Non-members very welcome
- [FREE Tickets for Wimbledon 2025 Live BIG Screen Sporting Event](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/free-tickets-for-wimbledon-2025-live-big-screen-sporting-event-2/) - Live BIG Screen Sporting Event on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th July from 15:00 in the War Memorial Village Hall Paying bar serving alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks Please do bring a picnic or snacks This is a free event, but all donations are always welcomed. Get your FREE tickets at https://events.abbottsann.com
- [FREE Tickets for Wimbledon 2025 Live BIG Screen Sporting Event](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/free-tickets-for-wimbledon-2025-live-big-screen-sporting-event/) - Live BIG Screen Sporting Event on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th July from 15:00 in the War Memorial Village Hall Paying bar serving alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks Please do bring a picnic or snacks This is a free event, but all donations are always welcomed. Get your FREE tickets at https://events.abbottsann.com
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-13/) - Paul Stanton, known to many in the village, is our guest speaker - Helicopters: Noisy, Annoying, Never Boring! This meeting is open to anyone, including any men who may be interested in this subject – don’t be shy, as we have decided to offer cake as part of the refreshments this month
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-15/) - Refreshments £2 : Non-members very welcome
- [Guinea Lane Saxophone Quartet at St Mary's Church](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/guinea-lane-saxophone-quartet-at-st-marys-church/) - Join us on Friday 4th July at 7pm at St Mary's Church Guinea Lane Saxophone Quartet A Summer concert with a mixed programme including folk, jazz and classical pieces on soprano, alto, tenor and baritone saxophones. Tickets £15 available from Abbotts Ann Village shop & Post Office. Any questions call Kate on 01264 712028 or
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-14/) - Non-members welcome. Refreshments £2
- [Abbotts Ann Village Shop Association AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-village-shop-association-agm-3/) - Abbotts Ann Village Shop Association AGM at the War Memorial Hall on Tuesday 1st July 7p.m All welcome. This gives you the opportunity to ask questions of the Shop Committee and find out how the shop has been performing during 2024 Association members can vote on any agenda points. Drinks and nibbles will be served
- [Abbotts Ann Players  - SUMMER PERFORMANCE 2025](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-summer-performance-2025-2/) - This June Abbotts Ann Players we are putting on a thrilling medley of sketches and musical numbers in a SHOWTIME extravaganza to delight and entertain you. We will be serving a cheese and charcuterie board during the performance and there will be a fully stocked bar for prior and during the show. Come and be
- [Abbotts Ann Players  - SUMMER PERFORMANCE 2025](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-summer-performance-2025/) - This June Abbotts Ann Players we are putting on a thrilling medley of sketches and musical numbers in a SHOWTIME extravaganza to delight and entertain you. We will be serving a cheese and charcuterie board during the performance and there will be a fully stocked bar for prior and during the show. Come and be
- [St Mary's Church warmly invite you to the Annual Meeting of Parishioners](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/st-marys-church-warmly-invite-you-to-the-annual-meeting-of-parishioners/) - St Mary's Church warmly invite you to the Annual Meeting of Parishioners to elect two Churchwardens. Thursday 22nd May, 2025. 7pm @ Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall They are the principal trustees of the church. Anyone registered on the church electoral roll, or who is an elector of the civil parish is entitled to vote. This
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Annual Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-annual-meeting/) - This will include a Fish & Chip Supper If you wish to partake then please pay Treasurer & bring your receipt to our Meeting
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-13/) - Refreshments £2 Non-members are very welcome. Please come and meet us in an informal setting.
- [Abbotts Ann Primary School Spring 2025 Jumble Sale](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-primary-school-spring-2025-jumble-sale/) - Abbotts Ann Primary School is holding their Spring 2025 Jumble Sale on Saturday 10th May 2025 in Abbotts Ann Primary School Hall at 12:30pm. Should you wish to donate Good Quality Jumble (Clothes, Textiles, Toys, Children’s Books, Bric-a-Brac, Household, Garden or sports Equipment), Please take your donations to Abbotts Ann Primary School on Friday 9th
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-12/) - Our speaker is Sharon Kearley (an artist with expertise in Fashion, Textiles & Costume) on "Connecting Threads". Non-members welcome - entry fee £5.
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-12/) - Non-members are very welcome. Refreshments £2
- [Electors of the Parish of Abbotts Ann are invited to attend THE ANNUAL PARISH MEETING](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/electors-of-the-parish-of-abbotts-ann-are-invited-to-attend/) - Electors of the Parish of Abbotts Ann are invited to attend THE ANNUAL PARISH MEETING The meeting will be held at: Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall 40 Duck Street, Abbotts Ann, Andover, SP11 7AZ On: Wednesday 30th April 2025 Time: 19:00 Held by the Chair of Abbotts Ann Parish Council The meeting format is as
- [ABBOTTS ANN OPEN GARDENS 2025](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-open-gardens-2025/) - Our lovely village has many wonderful gardens and lots of enthusiastic gardeners. Every garden is special. Let s have a really great day sharing our work with others. A provisional date of Sunday 8th June 2025 has been set for having an open garden event in the village. For the village it is a lovely
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. - Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-11/) - Speaker:- Jill Bentall : Growing Old Disgracefully Non-members welcome - £5
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-10/) - Local Life in 1917 with Erica Tinsley
- [Table Top Sale — Saturday 22nd March 2025](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/table-top-sale-saturday-22nd-march-2025/) - Abbotts Ann Players invite you to a Table Top Sale in the Village Hall from 10am until 2pm. Come and grab a bargain, good quality household items, bric-a-brac, handmade crafts, home baking. FREE ENTRY £10 per table (to book a table contact Lisa on 07535 630266
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-11/) - Non-members welcome : Refreshments £2
- [REMEMBER MARY QUANT? Come & Listen to Heather Tilbury Phillips](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/remember-mary-quant-come-listen-to-heather-tilbury-phillips/) - Come & Listen to Heather Tilbury Phillips (Former Director of Mary Quant Ltd) talk about Mary's life and behind the scenes. Buy your tickets at https://events.abbottsann.com
- [Abbotts Ann Annual Fete 2025](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-annual-fete-2025/) - As usual the annual fete will be held on the first Saturday of September with it falling this year on 6th September 2025. The location of the fete has not yet been decided, but will either be in the village centre or Bulbery Sports field.
- [All Saints’ Winter Lecture 2025 -- What Prospects for Peace in the Middle East?](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/all-saints-winter-lecture-2025-what-prospects-for-peace-in-the-middle-east/) - Background The Middle East is a region replete with political, ideological, economic, and religious tensions. Its natural resources fuel global geopolitical interests and competition, often through regional proxies. The region has seen almost continual conflict since the turn of the last century. The most recent conflicts, 2011 onwards, have resulted in regional humanitarian crises and
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-9/) - This month is a Quiz compiled by Sue George
- [Hockney and Van Gogh Masters of Colour](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/hockney-and-van-gogh-masters-of-colour/) - Gail Brown returns to the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall for yet another of her talks, this time called "Hockney and Van Gogh Master of Colour" The event is on Thursday 20th March 2025 starting at 7:30pm The Speaker is Gail Brown Tickets are £10 which includes a glass of wine You can book your
- [IT Awareness Workshop on Sunday 2nd February 2025](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/it-awareness-workshop-on-sunday-2nd-february-2025/) - The first in a series of IT Awareness Training Workshops will be held on Sunday 2nd February 2025 in the Village Hall starting at 2pm and lasting 2.5 hours. You can book your place on the workshop at https://events.abbottsann.com It is open to anyone over 16, or under 16 if accompanied by a parent or
- [SECOND CPR and Defibrillator Training Workshop](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/second-cpr-and-defibrillator-training-workshop/) - SECOND CPR and Defibrillator Training Workshop run by a volunteer of the Ambulance Service A training workshop was setup on 8th March and ALL tickets were sold within two days, therefore we have setup a second training workshop. If you requested to be put on the wait list you can now book your place in
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-10/) - Refreshments £2 Non-members are very welcome to join us. Please come and meet us in an informal setting
- [War Memorial Hall Annual General Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/war-memorial-hall-annual-general-meeting/) - Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall AGM on 8th January at 19:00 until 20:30 Featuring: Local speaker: Ian Hemming, from Salt Deli on the Salisbury Road, talking about sustainable choices and the importance of buying local produce. Live music: the very talented Georgie Amelia You might remember how much she wowed everyone last year. Refreshments: including
- [CPR and Defibrillator Training Workshop](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/cpr-and-defibrillator-training-workshop/) - This a CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and defibrillator training provided by the local NHS Ambulance Service volunteer. There will be a charge of £5 per person and 100% will go to our local NHS charity. Accompanying children are free (no ticket required) with a paid ticket holding Adult. The village has two defibrillators located at the
- [Line Dancing in the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/line-dancing-in-the-village-hall/) - Come LINE DANCING in the Village Hall on Saturday 14th December 2024 Tickets are £6 per person Line Dancing from 6:30pm until 8pm Instruction starts at 6:30pm and doors will close at 7pm when the actual dancing starts Purchase your tickets on-line at https://events.abbottsann.com
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-8/) - Festive Celebration - Entertainment by local vocalist Jake Ward Please bring a plate of food to share for buffet supper
- [Yuletide Fayre](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/yuletide-fayre/) - The Abbott’s Ann Yuletide Fayre is back on Sunday 17th November! Our handpicked selection of local artisans are looking forward to welcoming you, there will be children’s crafts and games, a chance to meet the gorgeous alpacas of Barefoot Barns and delicious food from The Focaccia Co. Come along and join in the merriment at
- [Abbotts Ann Primary School Autumn 2024 Jumble Sale](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-primary-school-autumn-2024-jumble-sale/) - Abbotts Ann Primary School is holding their autumn 2024 Jumble Sale on Saturday 16th November 2024 in Abbotts Ann Primary School Hall at 12:30pm. Should you wish to donate Good Quality Jumble (Clothes, Textiles, Toys, Children's Books, Bric-a-Brac, Household, Garden or sports Equipment), Please take your donations to Abbotts Ann Primary School on Friday 15th
- [Abbotts Ann Players present Snow White -- The Sequel](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-present-snow-white-the-sequel/)
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. - Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-7/) - Making Beeswax Candles with Brian Graham Please bring £4 (cash) for materials Non-members welcome : Entry £5
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. - Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-9/) - Refreshments £2 : Non-members welcome
- [Christmas Evening Mulled Wine & Mince Pie Night](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/christmas-evening-mulled-wine-mince-pie-night/)
- [Fete 2024 Annual General Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/fete-2024-annual-general-meeting/) - Please come and join us at the Annual General Meeting of the FETE 2024 to find out how much money was raised at this year's Fete and to hear how these funds are being shared amongst the village organisations. The AGM is in the Village Hall on 20th November 2024 with refreshments served from 7:30pm.
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. - Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-6/) - Speaker: Ann Orr - Are you Legally Prepared?
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-8/) - Refreshments £2 : Non-members welcome
- [Apple Day on Saturday 28th September 2024 at the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/apple-day-on-saturday-28th-september-2024-at-the-village-hall/) - We’re delighted to announce that Abbotts Ann’s Apple Day will be held on Saturday 28th September 2024 from 10am until 2pm at the War Memorial Hall. NOTE we have brought Apple Day forward as fruit seems to be ready now! Apple Day has been a village tradition for many years. Please add the date in
- [A Halloween Ball](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/a-halloween-ball/) - Abbotts Ann Hall Committee are pleased to announce A Halloween Ball on Friday 25th October 2024 from 6:30pm until 8:30pm. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are £5 and must be purchased on-line at https://events.abbottsann.com
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-5/) - Speaker Jude Price "From Land's End to John O'Groats" Non-members welcome - £5 entry fee
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-7/) - Refreshments £2 : Non-members welcome
- [Duck Street Disco](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/duck-street-disco/) - After the fete on Saturday 7th September starting at 17:15 until 18:30 in the village hall there will be a disco. Tickets are £3 if purchased in advance from the village shop or £4 on the door. NOTE: Under 16's must be accompanied by an adult.
- [W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/w-i-monthly-meeting-3/) - This month we are having a plant swap/sale - open to non members, but there is an entry charge of £5
- [W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/w-i-coffee-morning-2/) - Refreshments £2 - open to non-members
- [Abbotts Ann Village Shop Association AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-village-shop-association-agm-2/) - ABBOTTS ANN VILLAGE SHOP ASSOCIATION AGM Tuesday 9th July 7 p.m. To be held at the Village School, Duck Street All are welcome to come and hear how the Shop has performed during 2023 and our plans for the coming year, 2024/2025 Meet the committee and ask your questions about your Village Shop
- [Chalkstream Tasting Event at the Village Shop](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/chalkstream-tasting-event-at-the-village-shop/) - The Village shop is hosting a Chalkstream Tasting Event On Tuesday 25th June at 10.30 (approx) Please come and support Chalkstream Trout and your community shop. Abbotts Ann Village Shop has been supporting Chalkstream Trout for a number of years now, selling Hot & Cold Smoked Trout, Trout Pate and twin packs of fillets, which
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. - Tea Party](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-tea-party/) - Please come and join us for this fund-raising event. Tickets £7.50 each available from the Village Shop or call 07776 251364 for further information. Tea/coffee, scones (with jam and cream) and cakes
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-6/) - Refreshments £2 Non-members welcome
- [Threadgill Cup 2024](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/threadgill-cup-2024/) - THREADGILL CUP. ABBOTTS ANN VERY OWN GARDEN COMPETITION Sunday 2nd June. Beautiful sunny day. With 2 bank holidays behind us and the weather improving what can be more enjoyable than either enjoying or working in your garden. Abbotts Ann has many wonderful gardens all of which deserve a prize. So why not enter your lovely
- [The Church Bells will ring for the D Day Celebrations](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/the-church-bells-will-ring-for-the-d-day-celebrations/) - The church bells will be ringing across the country at 6.30 pm on Thursday 6th June. Abbotts Ann bells will be ringing as well. As you know Thursday night is practise night for the bell ringers, but 6th June will be different as the bells will be rung as we all think of the landing
- [Annual Village Fete](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/annual-village-fete/) - Plus Other Fete Information
- [I Remember D-Day in Andover — Speaker June Harris](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/i-remember-d-day-in-andover-speaker-june-harris/) - Andover History & Archaeology Society ‘I Remember D-Day in Andover’ at St Mary's Church, Andover SP10 1DP 7:30pm Fri 24nd May 2024 Non-members £5 Speaker: June Harris Secretary of Andover History & Archaeology Society 6th June is the 80th anniversary of the allied invasion of Western Europe – D-Day. June Harris, then a schoolgirl living
- [Abbotts Ann Players 2024 Pantomime Casting Sessions](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-2024-pantomime-casting-sessions-2/) - Unfortunately, due to various circumstances, we were unable to go ahead with a Summer Performance this year. We are keen therefore to start early for the 2024 Pantomime and cast in June. We will be asking for anyone interested in taking part to come along to the Memorial Hall on either TUESDAY 11TH JUNE 7.30
- [Abbotts Ann Players 2024 Pantomime Casting Sessions](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-2024-pantomime-casting-sessions/) - Unfortunately, due to various circumstances, we were unable to go ahead with a Summer Performance this year. We are keen therefore to start early for the 2024 Pantomime and cast in June. We will be asking for anyone interested in taking part to come along to the Memorial Hall on either TUESDAY 11TH JUNE 7.30
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-4/) - This is also our Annual Meeting A review of 23/24 and looking forward to 24/25
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-5/) - Refreshments £2 : Non-members very welcome Come & meet us in an informal setting
- [Parisian Nightlife at the end of the 19th Century](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/art-of-nightlife-in-paris-1874-1910/) - NOTE: CHANGE OF LOCATION FOR THIS EVENT TO THE VILLAGE SCHOOL Tangerine Art Talks Gail Brown returns to the village hall with a new talk which explores the allure of Parisian nightlife at the end of the 19th century. Come and peer through opera glasses at the theatre with Renoir and Cassatt, mingle in the
- [THE ANNUAL PARISH MEETING](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/the-annual-parish-meeting/)
- [Annual Parochial Church Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/annual-parochial-church-meeting-2/) - St Mary’s, Abbotts Ann Annual Meeting of Parishioners and Annual Parochial Church Meeting 7 pm, Wednesday 15 May 2024 At Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall All Welcome
- [W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/w-i-monthly-meeting-2/) - Featherstone's English Flower Company Non-members welcome : £5 entry fee to include refreshments
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-4/) - £2.00 including refreshments. Non-members welcome Come and meet us in an informal setting
- [The Madding Crowd -- "Tales from the Village"](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/the-madding-crowd-tales-from-the-village/) - A Programme looking at events in village life, with church and secular music. Friday 17th May at 7:30pm St. Mary's Church, Abbotts Ann Refreshments Available Tickets £12 available from Abbotts Ann Village Shop & Goodworth Clatford Village Shop
- [Jumble Sale at Abbotts Ann Primary School](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/jumble-sale-at-abbotts-ann-primary-school/) - Jumble Sale at Abbotts Ann on Saturday 20th April 2024 from 12:30pm at Abbotts Ann Primary School, Duck Street, SP11 7FE DONATIONS OF: Good quality Clothes, Bric-a-Brac, Toys and Games, Children’s Books, Household Items, Gardening, Sports Equipment, Small Furniture Gratefully received at the School Hall From Friday 19th April
- [Abbotts Ann W.I - Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-3/) - Speaker: Richard Murphy - "and Now for the Good News!" Non-Members welcome - Entry Fee £5 please
- [Behind the scenes of Skyfall and the 2012 Olympics](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/behind-the-scenes-of-skyfall-and-the-2012-olympics/) - Behind the scenes of Skyfall and the 2012 Olympics By Brigadier Richard Folkes (Ret'd) AT ABBOTTS ANN SCHOOL at 7:30pm on Friday 15th March 2024 Telling the story of how he got involved with the helicopter stunts for James Bond Skyfall, which subsequently led to to doing the memorable Olympics stunt when HM the Queen
- [An Evening of Music and Fun with the Ultimate Elvis Tribute](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/an-evening-of-music-and-fun-with-the-ultimate-elvis-tribute/) - JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF MUSIC AND FUN FEATURING AT ABBOTTS ANN WAR MEMORIAL HALL SP11 7AZ from 7:00pm on Saturday 9th March 2024 TICKETS £45.00 PER PERSON WHICH INCLUDES A THREE-COURSE MEAL AND FABULOUS LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Cash/Card bar available on the night Why not book a table for 8 and receive a free
- [Fete 2024 Update Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/fete-2024-update-meeting/) - Following our very successful fete last year raising record income and profits, we are looking forward to another bumper year to support all our wonderful community organisations and help them to achieve their aspirations. We held our AGM in November 23 where we proudly distributed generous grants to our community organisations and well deserved cups
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. - Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-3/) - Non-Members welcome - please come and meet us Refreshments £2
- [Abbotts Ann Plant Sale](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/plant-sale/) - All plant donations gratefully received, please bring them along from 9am. Teas/Coffees bacon rolls plus a raffle! To raise money for this years Village Fete
- [The Abbotts Ann Players are putting on a Spring production and we need you!](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/the-abbotts-ann-players-are-putting-on-a-spring-production-and-we-need-you-2/) - A successful show need great people like you to have a go at acting on stage or helping with all the essential backstage and front-of-house tasks. We are a friendly and welcoming group who like to have fun while we rehearse, paint sets and fit costumes. Absolutely no prior experience is required and you can
- [The Abbotts Ann Players are putting on a Spring production and we need you!](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/the-abbotts-ann-players-are-putting-on-a-spring-production-and-we-need-you/) - A successful show need great people like you to have a go at acting on stage or helping with all the essential backstage and front-of-house tasks. We are a friendly and welcoming group who like to have fun while we rehearse, paint sets and fit costumes. Absolutely no prior experience is required and you can
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. - Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting-2/) - Speaker from Naomi House & Jacks Place - Hospice Life Open to non-members - Entry £5
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. - Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning-2/) - Open to non-members - Refreshments £2
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. - Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-coffee-morning/) - Non-Members Welcome - Refreshments £2
- [Abbotts Ann W.I. - Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-monthly-meeting/) - Speaker: Sandra Simmonds Topic: Life Under the Veil Non-members welcome. Entry Fee: £5
- [Abbotts Ann W.I.](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i-2/) - Christmas Meeting - Entertainment by The Land Girls Non-Members welcome Entry £5 and please bring contribution towards buffet supper and wear something festive.
- [Abbotts Ann W.I.](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-w-i/) - Speaker: Tony Strafford Topic: The Ladies of the Tower
- [War Memorial Hall Committee Meeting & AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/war-memorial-hall-committee-meeting-agm/) - The Annual General Meeting of the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall will take place in the hall on Wednesday 10th January 2024 with the committee meeting starting at 7:30pm followed by the formal AGM.
- [Abbotts Ann Players Presents MOTHER GOOSE Pantomime](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-presents-mother-goose-pantomime-3/) - Abbotts Ann Players
- [Abbotts Ann Players Presents MOTHER GOOSE Pantomime](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-presents-mother-goose-pantomime-2/) - Abbotts Ann Players
- [Abbotts Ann Players Presents MOTHER GOOSE Pantomime](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-presents-mother-goose-pantomime/) - Abbotts Ann Players
- [Village Fete AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/village-fete-agm/) - FETE AGM 15th NOVEMBER 7.30pm VILLAGE HALL At this meeting the Committee will be delighted to distribute fete funds to our Community Organisations Refreshments
- [Remembrance Sunday Curry Lunch](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/remembrance-sunday-curry-lunch/) - on Sunday 12th November at 1pm Goodworth Clatford Village Club This year it is Goodworth Clatford’s turn to host the Annual Curry Lunch at the Village Club. There will be a bar and a raffle. Do come and help raise money for the Earl Haig Fund! Tickets which cost £15 are available from the
- [Abbotts Ann Fireworks Display & Bonfire Night 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-fireworks-display-bonfire-night-2023/) - Abbotts Ann Fireworks Display & Bonfire Night 2023! Join us on Sunday 5th November at Bulbery Playing Field from 4:30pm Save 10% and purchase your Early Bird Tickets on Eventbrite from Sunday 1st October Scan the QR code on posters Or follow this link for more information and to purchase tickets online: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/abbotts-ann-bonfire-fireworks-night-tickets-698254346547 Family - £22 (2 adults &
- [Apple Day 2023](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/apple-day-2023/) - We’re delighted to announce that Abbotts Ann’s Apple Day will be held on 7 October 2023 from 11.00 at the War Memorial Hall. Apple Day has been a village tradition for many years but couldn’t take place during the years when we had COVID. This year it’s back with a family-friendly bang! Please pop the
- [Village Fete](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/village-fete-2/)
- [Men's Cafe](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/mens-cafe/) - Any men who would like to put the world to rights are welcome to join us every Wednesday at 11am in the Village Shop.
- [Abbotts Ann Annual Plant Sale](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-annual-plant-sale/) - Please join us on Saturday 20th May 10:30 to 12:30 for the annual plant sale at Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall. Everyone Welcome! All monies raised go towards funding your Village Fete (2nd Sept 2023). PLANTS, RAFFLE, TEA, COFFEE AND BACON ROLLS
- [Safari Supper for Cooks and Non-Cooks](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/safari-supper-for-cooks-and-non-cooks/) - Saturday 10th June 2023 at 7pm All Welcome A three course meal with each course at a different house Each course and where it will be? Tickets are £25 and more information can be obtained from alex (711158) or Sheila (711137)
- [The Coronation of King Charles III Weekend Events](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/the-coronation-of-king-charles-iii-weekend-events/)
- [Thursday Soup Lunch](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/thursday-soup-lunch/) - Soup lunch is held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 12pm in the Pavilion at Bulbery Sports Field. It’s an opportunity to meet with friends while enjoying a bowl of homemade soup. The cost is £3 for soup and a roll and £2 for a cup of tea and a piece of homemade
- [Abbotts Ann Players Need your Help!](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-need-your-help/) - Abbotts Ann Players are planning to return to the stage this year, with a production of FUNNY MONEY a comedy by Ray Cooney We need Actors, stage and technical people as well as front of house staff, costume, make-up, bar people and kitchen helpers The performance is planned for Friday and Saturday 2/3rd June
- [Tree Planting at Bury Hill](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/tree-planting-at-bury-hill/) - Take part in the creation of your new nature reserve at Bury Hill! We have 1500 tree whips ready to be planted and we have put the date of 26th November aside as a planting day for your community. We also have over 1000 children from 30 local schools booked in to plant trees on
- [Choral Evensong at St Mary’s, 4pm Sun 27 Nov](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/choral-evensong-at-st-marys-4pm-sun-27-nov/) - Happy New Year! Advent Sunday (27th November) is the beginning of the Church's year and we will be celebrating with a fully Choral Evensong at 4.00pm at St Mary's, Abbotts Ann. We will create the drama of the season using darkness and candles, with evocative music. It won't quite be Salisbury Cathedral, but we'll do
- [Abbotts Ann Christmas Fayre](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-christmas-fayre/)
- [Abbotts Ann Fireworks Display & Bonfire Night](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-fireworks-display-bonfire-night-2/) - Join us on Abbotts Ann Sports Field for fun filled family evening with music, funfair entertainment, BBQ and Beer Tent.
- [W.I. Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/w-i-monthly-meeting/)
- [W.I Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/w-i-coffee-morning/) - Refreshments from £2 open to non-members
- [W.I Halloween Coffee Morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/w-i-halloween-coffee-morning/) - Refreshments, Themed Raffle, Competitions and Children's activities
- [ABBOTTS ANN WAR MEMORIAL HALL -- Annual General Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-war-memorial-hall-annual-general-meeting/) - ABBOTTS ANN WAR MEMORIAL HALL NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING WEDNESDAY 2nd NOVEMBER 2022 AT 8.30 P.M. IN THE MAIN HALL All residents are invited to attend the above socially distanced AGM to hear the reports of the Chairman and Treasurer, and contribute their own thoughts on the future of our War Memorial Hall.
- [ABBOTTS ANN FETE 2022 – SATURDAY 3rd SEPTEMBER](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-fete-2022-saturday-3rd-september/) - ABBOTTS ANN FETE 2022 – SATURDAY 3rd SEPTEMBER The annual fete will return in full this year after the much reduced but highly successful event of last year. By popular request the Fete is going to take place within the heart of the village again, using a multitude of venues (War Memorial Hall, Village Shop,
- [The Abbotts Ann WI Summer Outing](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/the-abbotts-ann-wi-summer-outing/) - The Abbotts Ann WI Summer Outing Tyntesfield, Somerset Thursday 4th August 2022 Pick Up 9.00am from The Eagle Coach only: £15 Open to ALL This is a National Trust property so remember to bring your NT Membership cards (£14 entry for non NT Members) To reserve your place tel. Aileen 01264 710268 or Lynne 01264
- [WI Salisbury Evening City Walk](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-salisbury-evening-city-walk/) - Salisbury Evening City Walk Thursday 21st July 2022 Own Transport/Car Share A two hour walk beginning at 6.00pm (this Walk will NOT include the Cathedral) Meet outside The Guildhall in the Market Place We have a private guide and the individual cost will depend on our numbers but for a full group of 20 the
- [Early one morning... Andover Chamber Choir concert](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/early-one-morning-andover-chamber-choir-concert/) - Abbotts Ann concert poster
- [Abbotts Ann Open Garden](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-open-garden/)
- [Village Shop AGM at the Abbotts Ann School on Monday 6th June at 7:30pm](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/village-shop-agm-at-the-abbotts-ann-school-on-monday-6th-june-at-730pm/) - Abbotts Ann Village Shop Association AGM Abbotts Ann School at 7.30 pm on Monday 6th June 2022 Agenda Motion to accept 2021 AGM minutes Chairperson’s Report Treasurer’s Report Motion to accept accounts for 2021 Motion to accept that any surplus is to be held in a general reserve. Motion to accept unaudited accounts for 2022
- [Fete Cheese & Wine and AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/fete-cheese-wine-and-agm/) - Everyone Welcome! Come and enjoy a glass or two and a nibble. See where the funds raised at this year’s fete go to. Have your say – Fete 2022 Village Centre or Bulbery Sports Field? Bring your fete ideas, suggestions and comments. Meet the fete committee. AGM
- [Bonfire and Fireworks Night Abbotts Ann - PTA](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/bonfire-and-fireworks-night-abbotts-ann-pta/) - This year the Abbotts Ann Fireworks Display & Bonfire Night is back as below:- Bulbery Playing Fields Sunday 7th November 2021 Gates open 5.30pm Guy Competition 6.00pm Lighting of the Bonfire 6.30pm Fireworks Display 7.15pm Tickets: Family ticket (2 adults & 2 children u16) £22 Adult ticket: £7.50 Child’s ticket: £5.00
- [Fizz, Canapes and a Chat!](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/fizz-canapes-and-a-chat/) - Ladies, please join us for an evening of discovery, getting to know new people and learning about our activities. A Warm Welcome Awaits you on Thursday 28th October at 7:30pm at the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall. To help with catering numbers, please contact Helen on 07908 573987 or helenclark@gmail.com by 22nd October 2021
- [Meet your Member of Parliament -- Kit Malthouse](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/meet-your-member-of-parliament-kit-malthouse/) - Kit Malthouse has arranged to be in the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall on Friday 12th November for a drinks party. £5.00to include wine and nibbles with payment at the door. Numbers are limited so would you please advise your possible attendance in advance. Michael Pugh on 01264 711158 or pughabbottsann@gmail.com or richardhomely@hotmail.com
- [ABBOTTS ANN WAR MEMORIAL HALL 2020/21 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-war-memorial-hall-2020-21-annual-general-meeting/) - ABBOTTS ANN WAR MEMORIAL HALL 2020 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING This AGM should have been held in public in November 2020 Given the COVID-19 regulations, your committee took the decision to postpone the AGM for 6 months. Your committee has now decided to run the 2020 AGM immediately before the 2021 AGM on Wednesday 3rd November
- [Abbotts Ann Water-Meadows -- Pillhill Brook](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-water-meadows-pillhill-brook/) - This is a note to let you know that I will be coming to Abbotts Ann water-meadows to work with the landowner to remove invasive non-native plants. We would love some support! Pulling out Himalayan balsam is not hard to do. It is a very rewarding task and our green gym work will help the
- [Abbotts Ann Village Fete in the Village Centre](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-village-fete-in-the-village-centre/) - You can view the ABBOTTS ANN FETE Flower, Vegetable and Craft Show HERE
- [HOG ROAST Postponed until Friday 10th September](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/the-return-of-the-hall-hog-roast/) - Due to lockdown restrictions continuing we have Postponed our Village Community Celebration of the Easing of Lockdown until September. This sell out event has a NEW DATE Hog Roast & Live Music Friday 10th September 6:30pm In grounds of Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall (if wet weather will be inside hall) Vegetarian Option - Licenced
- [Abbotts Ann Village Shop Association AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-village-shop-association-agm/) - Due to continuing Government restrictions the AGM of the Village Shop Association will not now take place as previously advertised at the school hall on 7 July. The AGM will now be held online using Zoom at 7.30 pm on the same day, i.e. 7 July 2021. A link will be sent out the day
- [DEADLINE FOR SIGN UP - FRIDAY 2nd JULY 2021](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/deadline-for-sign-up-friday-2nd-july-2021/) - DEADLINE FOR SIGN UP - FRIDAY 2nd JULY 2021 1 - Go to: https://www.abbottsann.com/gigabit-broadband-addresses/ and check that your address is included in the over 620 Abbotts Ann properties slated for inclusion in the FTTP upgrade project. Use the address checker on the page. 2 - Want to upgrade to FTTP FOR FREE? Enter your details
- [Abbotts Ann Virtual Village Fete](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-village-fete-2/)
- [VE DAY CELEBRATIONS - 'Stay at Home' Street Party](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/ve-day-celebrations-stay-at-home-street-party/) - Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall, although it will be closed, will be dressed up for the occasion with bunting and flags!
- [Wishing you a very happy Easter](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wishing-you-a-very-happy-easter/) - Our church is closed, but the people are still here and wish you a very happy Easter! You can join us in celebrating the biggest event in the Christian calendar online on Easter Sunday afternoon. To find details of this and all that's going on in Holy Week go to http://www.annabenefice.co.uk. You can contact the vicar,
- [Thanksgiving Service for Clive Judd](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/thanksgiving-service-for-clive-judd/) - We will celebrate Clive's life with a Thanksgiving Service at All Saints, Upper Clatford, on Thursday 13th June at 2.30pm. His funeral will take place on Wednesday 12th June at 11.00am at Holy Trinity Church, Winchester, in the form of a Requiem Mass. Both services are open to anyone who wishes to come.
- [Clive Judd's funeral](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/clive-judds-funeral/) - Clive Judd’s funeral will take place on Wednesday 12th June at 11.00am at Holy Trinity Church, Winchester, in the form of a Requiem Mass. There will also be a Thanksgiving Service at All Saints, Upper Clatford, on Thursday 13th June at 2.30pm. Both services are open to anyone who wishes to come.
- [Abbotts Ann Village Fete 2019](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-village-fete-2019/) - Do not miss this year's village fete on Saturday 7th September Entrance £2 for adults and children are FREE Proud sponsors of the Fete:
- [Abbotts Ann's Annual Bring & Buy Plant & Table Top Sale](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-anns-annual-bring-buy-plant-table-top-sale/)
- [St Patrick's Race Night](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/st-patricks-race-night/) - Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Committee Invite You To Race Night on Saturday 16th March 2019 with as much fun, laughter and excitement as you could have by going to the Cheltenham Festival that week! Tickets a mere £10 to include an Irish Stew (what else!) and a fancy Dress Competition for the best dressed Irish
- [St David's Day Entertainment - A Grand Night For Singing](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/st-davids-day-entertainment-a-grand-night-for-singing/) - An evening of entertainment and supper to raise money for St Mary's Church toilet fund
- [Apple Day](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/apple-day-5/) - Bring your Apples! Apple Juicing / Tea & Cake / Apple Identification / Cake Competitions for Adults and Children / Games Experts from Sparsholt College & University Centre Fun for all the family.
- [Village Shop Christmas Fair](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/village-shop-christmas-fair/) - Don't miss this wonderful Christmas Fair at your village shop. Saturday 24th November 10:00am to 2:00pm You can pre-order all your Christmas veg, turkey, meats, food and so much more. Buy your Christmas cards, gifts, produce and more whilst joining us in a mice pie. Enjoyment for all the family . See you there!
- [Christmas Bazaar](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/christmas-bazaar-2/) - Abbotts Ann School Association Invite You To The CHRISTMAS BAZAAR at Abbotts Ann Primary School on the afternoon of Friday 7th December 3:15pm to 5:30pm *Gifts for children & the whole family * Handmade Christmas decorations * Grand Raffle * Santa's Grotto * Produce * Bric-a-Brac * Face painting * Children's games * Tombola *
- [Christingle  Making and Service For All](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/christingle-making-and-service-for-all/) - 50th Anniversary of the first Christingle service in association with the Children's Society St Mary's Fun Club invite you to join us for tea, cake and a workshop to make our Christingles with us, the St Mary’s Fun Club children, at Abbotts Ann War Memorial hall at 5:00pm and walk to St Mary's Church for
- [Ali Baba & the 4 Tea Thieves - Panto](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/ali-baba-the-4-tea-thieves-panto/) - Friday 30th Nov. - 7:30pm Saturday 1st Dec. - 2:00pm and 7:30pm Sunday 2nd Dec. - 4:00pm
- [Barn Dance (Anna Benefice)](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/barn-dance-anna-benefice/) - Fun For All The Family. Hog Roast and Vegetarian Option. Live music from The Wyvern Dance Band Bar provided by Test Brewing Tickets available from Abbotts Ann Village Shop
- [Apple Day](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/apple-day-4/)
- [Harvest Festival](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/harvest-festival/) - St Mary's Abbotts Ann celebrating Harvest Festival 11am Sunday 30th September Join us for an all-age service at St Mary’s Church followed by a bring-and-share lunch in the War Memorial Hall (please sign the list in the village shop)
- [Harvest lunch](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/harvest-lunch/) - All are welcome to a Harvest Lunch in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall It's a bring and share meal - bring a savoury or a pudding and add it to the other dishes on the table. We then all help yourselves. Bring something to drink. Please sign the list in the village shop saying how
- [Public Exhibition is being held by the owners of Manor Farm](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/public-exhibition-is-being-held-by-the-owners-of-manor-farm/) - An opportunity to share your views on how to find a solution to the lorry problem at Manor Farm PUBLIC EXHIBITION 13th Sep 2018 7:30 – 8:30 Venue: Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall This Exhibition is held by the owners of Manor Farm, to give local residents the opportunity to discuss and share views on
- [Summer Serenade evening concert](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/summer-serenade-evening-concert/) - Peter Gilks and Gwilym Stacey will entertain with a programme of light music for a summer evening at St Mary's Church, 7pm Friday 13th July. Refreshments afterwards. Tickets £8 from Abbotts Ann Village Shop and the Beehive Stores Goodworth Clatford. 13 Jul concert poster
- [Plant & Table-Top Sale](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/plant-table-top-sale/)
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Assembly](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-12/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Assembly starts at 7pm
- [Good Friday meditation](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/good-friday-meditation/) - Good Friday hour at the Cross/Meditation A quiet service of contemplation led by Tim Tayler
- [Easter Day service at St Mary's Church](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/easter-day-service-at-st-marys-church/) - Easter Day Holy Communion Service to celebrate Easter Sunday. Suitable for all ages, Led by the Revd Nicky Judd. Easter Egg hunt!
- [Mothering Sunday Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/mothering-sunday-service-2/) - Mothering Sunday service
- [Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council Sportsfield Management Advisory Committee](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/meeting-abbotts-ann-parish-council-sportsfield-management-advisory-committee/) - All Members are duly summoned to attend the Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council Sportsfield Management Advisory Committee To be held Monday 19th February at 19:00 at the Pavilion, Bulbery, Abbotts Ann
- [Family Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/family-service-3/) - We are celebrating the feast of Candlemas. If Candlemas day be fair and bright, winter will have another flight, If Candlemas day be shower and rain, winter is gone and will not come again.
- [GraveTalk](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/gravetalk/) - GraveTalk provides a café space to talk about death, dying and funerals. The truth is we are all going to die. But nobody wants to say anything. GraveTalk is a chance to talk about death, think about your funeral, ask questions, air your thoughts. For people of all faiths and doubts. There are no presentations,
- [Good Friday Fishy Pie Contest](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/good-friday-fishy-pie-contest/)
- [WI Supper Club](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-supper-club/) - On 7th December the WI will be holding their Supper Club
- [WI Breakfast Club](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-breakfast-club/) - On 9th December the WI will be holding their Breakfast Club
- [WI  Monthly Meeting in the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-village-hall/)
- [Carol singing, Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/carol-singing-abbotts-ann/) - Everyone is welcome to sing carols around Abbotts Ann on Wed 20 Dec. Song sheets will be provided but please bring lanterns or torches. We will meet at The Eagle starting at 6.30pm. Singing around the houses will last for about 2 hours (depending on the weather) and there are refreshments afterwards. If you don't
- [Carol singing, Little Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/carol-singing-little-ann/) - Everyone is welcome to sing carols around Little Ann on Mon 18 Dec. Song sheets will be provided but please bring lanterns or torches. We will meet outside the Poplar Farm Inn at 6.30pm and sing around the houses for about 2 hours (depending on the weather). There are refreshments afterwards. If you don't feel
- [Carol Service, St Mary's Church](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/carol-service-st-marys-church/) - The Christmas story is retold at this traditional service of Lessons & Carols
- [Christingle Service, St Mary's Church](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/christingle-service/) - Christingle is a celebration that takes place in thousands of churches and schools across the country to raise funds for The Children's Society. St Mary's Fun Club is an after-school club at Abbotts Ann School which is raising funds for the Children's Society by asking children to put any spare change into a collection
- [Family Service, St Mary's Church](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/family-service-st-marys-church/) - You are welcome to celebrate the birth of Jesus at this family-friendly service.
- [Midnight Communion, St Mary's Church](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/midnight-communion-st-marys-church/) - You are welcome to celebrate the birth of Christ at this annual midnight service.
- [Crib Service, St Mary's Church](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/crib-service-st-marys-church/) - All are welcome to the crib service at St Mary's Church to hear the story of the birth of Jesus and to build up the crib.
- [Christmas Bazaar at Abbotts Ann Village Shop](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/christmas-bazaar/)
- [Annual Service of Remembrance](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/annual-service-remembrance/) - At 10.55am on Sun 12 Nov we will remember the men of Abbotts Ann who gave their lives in two world wars. All are welcome to this service which follows the format of previous years. For more information about St Mary's Church follow the link.http://www.achurchnearyou.com/abbotts-ann-st-mary/
- [Sleeping Beauty by Abbotts Ann Players](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/sleeping-beauty-abbotts-ann-players-4/)
- [Sleeping Beauty by Abbotts Ann Players](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/sleeping-beauty-abbotts-ann-players-3/)
- [Sleeping Beauty by Abbotts Ann Players](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/sleeping-beauty-abbotts-ann-players-2/)
- [Sleeping Beauty by Abbotts Ann Players](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/sleeping-beauty-abbotts-ann-players/)
- [Abbotts Ann Fireworks Display & Bonfire Night](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-fireworks-display-bonfire-night/) - BBQ, BAR, TEA / COFFEE, SWEETS, NOVELTIES, FREE PARKING! Tickets on sale in Abbotts Ann Village Shop, The Eagle and Abbotts Ann Primary School.
- [Apple Day](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/apple-day-3/) - Abbotts Ann APPLE BAKE COMPETITION Saturday 7 October Memorial Hall Two classes – 12 and under; over 12 / adults Prizes for the tastiest apple themed cake, bun, loaf, cupcake, biscuit, tart or other teatime treat Bring your entries to the Memorial Hall by NOON on 7 October Dig out your baking tins.
- [Abbotts Ann Village Fete -- Saturday 2nd September 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-village-fete-saturday-2nd-september-2017/) - Village Fete Flower, Produce & Craft Show: Saturday September 2nd The schedule for this year’s show is now available, and can also be found in the village shop & the Eagle, as well as directly from myself. It contains details of classes, how to enter, judging times etc. Again this year, l have reduced the
- [Nursery School AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/nursery-school-agm/) - Everyone is invited to attend Abbotts Ann Nursery School's AGM on Thursday 14th September 2017 at 7.30pm. A new committee will be signed in and anyone interested in attending the AGM or joining the committee is invited to contact the current Chair at AANSchair@gmail.com for further details. Committee members can be parents/carers of children that
- [WI Monthly Meeting – The History of Weyhill with Tony Roper](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-history-weyhill-tony-roper/) - Monthly Meeting – 7.30 p.m. Village Hall – The History of Weyhill (Tony Roper)
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-8/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting starts at 7pm and members of the public are welcome to attend
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-4/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting starts at 7pm and members of the public are welcome to attend This is a short meeting for finance and planning only
- [Abbotts Ann Afternoon Tea](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-afternoon-tea/) - A new community event for Abbotts Ann The Abbotts Ann War Memorial Village Hall Committee hope this will become a regular event, bringing all parts of the community together, hosted by, and with proceeds going to, different village organisations in turn. The first event will be hosted by Abbotts Ann Nursery School
- [St Mary's Fun Club Charity Afternoon Tea](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/st-marys-fun-club-charity-afternoon-tea/) - St Mary's Fun Club Invite You To Our Summer Fundraiser A Strawberry Cream Tea On Tuesday, 27th JUNE 3:30pm – 5:00pm At Abbotts Ann Primary School, Duck Street, Abbotts Ann Bring your friends and family to enjoy afternoon tea made, prepared and served by St Mary’s Fun Club, year 5 & 6 children ALL Your
- [WI Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-7/) - The WI Monthly Meeting will be held in the Village Hall starting 7:30pm
- [Abbotts Ann Players Presents Sherlock Holmes and The Giant Rat of Sumatra](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-players-present-the-giant-rat-of-sumatra/) - Abbotts Ann Players present a comedy Friday 9th June & Saturday 10th June at 7:30pm Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Tickets available from the Village Shop
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-2/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend the Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council To be held Thursday 1st June 2017 at 19:00 at War Memorial Hall, Abbotts Ann AGENDA 1 1900 Apologies for Absence 2 1902 Declarations of Interest to be made 3 1903 Cllrs to agree the minutes to be an accurate
- [Abbotts Ann Annual General Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-assembly/) - Abbotts Ann Annual General Meeting starts at 7pm
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-11/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting starts at 7pm and members of the public are welcome to attend
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-10/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting starts at 7pm and members of the public are welcome to attend
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-9/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting starts at 7pm and members of the public are welcome to attend
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-7/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting starts at 7pm and members of the public are welcome to attend
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-6/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting starts at 7pm and members of the public are welcome to attend
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-5/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting starts at 7pm and members of the public are welcome to attend
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-3/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting starts at 7pm and members of the public are welcome to attend
- [Iyengar Yogo in the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/iyengar-yogo-village-hall-6/) - Iyengar Yogo with Jenny Furby Phone: 07734046234 Email: andoveryogauk@gmail.com More details HERE Monday 18:30 to 8pm Classes 24th April to 10th July excluding 1st May and 29th May Cost is £80 for 10 classes -- £8 a class or £12 for drop-in Please make cheques payable to Jenny Furby and return to: Jenny Furby,
- [Iyengar Yogo in the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/iyengar-yogo-village-hall-5/) - Iyengar Yogo with Jenny Furby Phone: 07734046234 Email: andoveryogauk@gmail.com More details HERE Monday 18:30 to 8pm Classes 24th April to 10th July excluding 1st May and 29th May Cost is £80 for 10 classes -- £8 a class or £12 for drop-in Please make cheques payable to Jenny Furby and return to: Jenny Furby,
- [Iyengar Yogo in the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/iyengar-yogo-village-hall-4/) - Iyengar Yogo with Jenny Furby Phone: 07734046234 Email: andoveryogauk@gmail.com More details HERE Monday 18:30 to 8pm Classes 24th April to 10th July excluding 1st May and 29th May Cost is £80 for 10 classes -- £8 a class or £12 for drop-in Please make cheques payable to Jenny Furby and return to: Jenny Furby,
- [Iyengar Yogo in the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/iyengar-yogo-village-hall-3/) - Iyengar Yogo with Jenny Furby Phone: 07734046234 Email: andoveryogauk@gmail.com More details HERE Monday 18:30 to 8pm Classes 24th April to 10th July excluding 1st May and 29th May Cost is £80 for 10 classes -- £8 a class or £12 for drop-in Please make cheques payable to Jenny Furby and return to: Jenny Furby,
- [Iyengar Yogo in the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/iyengar-yogo-village-hall-2/) - Iyengar Yogo with Jenny Furby Phone: 07734046234 Email: andoveryogauk@gmail.com More details HERE Monday 18:30 to 8pm Classes 24th April to 10th July excluding 1st May and 29th May Cost is £80 for 10 classes -- £8 a class or £12 for drop-in Please make cheques payable to Jenny Furby and return to: Jenny Furby,
- [Iyengar Yogo in the Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/iyengar-yogo-village-hall/) - Iyengar Yogo with Jenny Furby Phone: 07734046234 Email: andoveryogauk@gmail.com More details HERE Monday 18:30 to 8pm Classes 24th April to 10th July excluding 1st May and 29th May Cost is £80 for 10 classes -- £8 a class or £12 for drop-in Please make cheques payable to Jenny Furby and return to: Jenny Furby,
- [Winchester Morris Men at the Eagle Inn on Wednesday 7th June 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/winchester-morris-men-eagle-inn-wednesday-7th-june-2017/) - Winchester Morris Men are pleased to be dancing in Abbotts Ann again this summer. We will be dancing at the Eagle Inn on Wednesday 7th June at 8.45pm for approximately 30 minutes. We would be delighted if you came along to support us and watch some of the oldest traditional English dances.
- [Memorial Service for June James -- Friday 26th May 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/memorial-service-june-james-friday-26th-may-2017/)
- [Annual General Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council -- Thursday 11th May 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/annual-general-meeting-of-abbotts-ann-parish-council-thursday-11th-may-2017/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend the Annual General Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council To be held Thursday 11th May 2017 at 19:00 at War Memorial Hall, Abbotts Ann AGENDA 1 1900 Election of Chairman 2 1902 Election of Vice Chairman 3 1904 Apologies for Absence 4 1905 Declarations of Interest a)
- [WI Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-6/) - The monthly meeting of the WI will be held in the Village Hall on 25th May starting at 7:30pm
- [Bring-and-Buy Plant Sale & Table-Top Sale](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/bring-and-buy-plant-sale-table-top-sale/) - Bring-and-Buy Plant Sale & Table-Top Sale Saturday 27th May 2017 10 am – 12.30 pm Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Refreshments, raffle, crafts – and much more! ALL PROCEEDS FOR FETE FUNDS For more information contact Anne on 710851 or 07788 645723
- [Bulbery Sports Field AGM on Monday 5th June 2017](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/bulbery-sports-field-agm-on-monday-5th-june-2017/) - AGM Monday 5th June 2017 at 7.30pm The Pavilion Bulbery Sports Field Abbotts Ann All welcome! Refreshments provided
- [St Mary's Annual Parochial Church Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/st-marys-annual-parochial-church-meeting/) - The annual meeting of St. Mary's Abbotts Ann.
- [Easter Day Family Eucharist](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/easter-day-family-eucharist/) - Easter Morning Family Eucharist All are welcome to join us for our Family service on this special Sunday. Starting at 11am at St Mary's Abbotts Ann
- [Tramps Ball on Friday 5th May 7:30 until 11pm](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/tramps-ball-on-friday-5th-may-730-until-11pm/) - Tickets are on sale now at the Abbotts Ann Village Shop priced £15
- [The Annual Parish Assembly](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/the-annual-parish-assembly/) - Electors of the Parish of Abbotts Ann are invited to attend THE ANNUAL PARISH ASSEMBLY This meeting will be held at: War Memorial Hall, Abbotts Ann On : Friday 21st April 2017 Time: 7.00pm Under the Chairmanship of: Councillor Andrew Hayter (Chairman of the Parish Council) The Parish Meeting may by law discuss all parish
- [Housing for local people - public meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/housing-local-people-public-meeting/) - In April this year a Housing Needs Survey was delivered to every home in the village. More than one in three of us completed it and returned it – a good result for this kind of survey. Eight out of ten of those who responded said they would like to see a small housing development
- [Carol Singing - Part 2 - Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/carol-singing-part-2-abbotts-ann/) - If you enjoy singing Carols why not join us. We will be meeting at the Eagle before singing Carols round the village. The evening will end with a festive drink and nibbles.
- [Carol Singing - Part1 Little Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/carol-singing-part1-little-ann/) - If you enjoy singing carols why not join us in Carol singing round the village. Meeting at The Poplar farm Inn before carol singing round Little Ann and finishing at someone's house for a festive drink and nibbles.
- [Christmas Family Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/christmas-family-service-2/) - St Mary's Abbotts Ann welcomes you to join us for our Christmas morning service. Suitable for the whole family.
- [Midnight Communion](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/midnight-communion/) - St Mary's Abbotts and welcomes you to join us to see in Christmas at our midnight service.
- [Crib Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/crib-service-2/) - Come and here the Christmas story at our Crib Service. Suitable for children of all age.
- [Christmas Carol Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/christmas-carol-service/) - Come and join us for our Carol Service.
- [Father Christmas making annual stop at Abbotts Ann Village Shop](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/father-christmas-making-annual-stop-at-abbotts-ann-village-shop/) - On Saturday 17th December we will see Father Christmas make his annual stop at Abbotts Ann Village Shop, checking up on how well all of the local children have been behaving this year. He will be in store from 10am until 12 noon so make sure you bring your little ones down to meet him!
- [Early Christmas Bazaar at the Shop](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/early-christmas-bazaar/) - Come shop and get your Christmas goodies at the Early Bazaar At the Abbott Ann Village shop and Post Office Lots of goodies, crafts, gifts Saturday 19th November Order your Turkey or Christmas meat and get a discount on the day ! Mulled wine and mince pies Popcorn and treats
- [Abbotts Ann Firework Display and Bonfire Night](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-firework-display-bonfire-night/)
- [Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/parish-council-meeting/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend the Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council To be held Thursday 3rd November 2016 at 19:00 at the War Memorial Hall AGENDA 1 Apologies for Absence 2 Declarations of Interest to be made 3 Cllrs to agree the minutes to be an accurate record of the meeting
- [Garage Sale](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/garage-sale/) - Not To Be Missed Garage Sale! This Saturday, 29th October 11:00am to 5:00pm At Thornhill, Old Salisbury Road, Little Ann, SP11 7NH. Paintings, pictures, furniture, curtains and a whole lot more.
- [Service of Light and  Remembrance](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/service-light-remembrance/) - Remembering loved ones who have died There will be services of Light and Remembrance in all three Benefice churches at which loved ones who have died will be remembered. The service is quite short, with readings, hymns, prayers and the opportunity to light a candle and take it to the altar with your memories.
- [Family service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/family-service-2/) - All ages and denominations are welcome at our Family Service in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall at 10am. The service includes activities for the children and is followed by coffee. For more information contact Tim Taylor 710201
- [Village Panto - Snow White](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/snow-white/) - Another fabulous pantomime production is on the way from the Abbotts Ann Players, written by Alexandra Slater and directed by Andrew Hayter. A traditional panto retelling of the old favourite, with hilarious new twists. If you like a touch of silliness mixed up with a few songs and a lot of laughter then come along
- [WI Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-5/) - Monthly Meeting - 7.30 p.m. in the Village Hall - Mark Wilson (Fabergé)
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting Agenda](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-agenda-2/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend the Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council To be held Thursday 6th October 2016 at 19:00 at the War Memorial Hall AGENDA 1 1900 Apologies for Absence 2 1902 Declarations of Interest to be made 3 1903 Cllrs to agree the minutes to be an accurate
- [Abbotts Ann Fete AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-fete-agm/) - The Fete AGM will be held on Wednesday 12th October 2106 at 8.00pm in the Skittle Alley at the Eagle. All villagers are invited to attend and would be most welcome. The executive officers will be elected at the AGM, ie Chairman, Secretary, Treasurer and Show Secretary. If you would be interested in standing for
- [Apple  Day](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/apple-day-2/) - Everything to do with apples!
- [Energy-saving morning](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/energy-saving-morning-2/) - How to save energy in your home
- [Extraordinary Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/extraordinary-meeting-of-abbotts-ann-parish-council-2/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend the Extraordinary Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council To be held Monday 26th September 2016 at 19:00 at the Pavilion, Bulbery, Abbotts Ann AGENDA 1 Apologies for Absence 2 Declarations of Interest to be made 3 Public Participation -This item will be limited to 15 minutes, unless
- [Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Fun Car Rally & Treasure Hunt](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-war-memorial-hall-fun-car-rally-treasure-hunt/) - Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Fun Car Rally & Treasure Hunt Give the family saloon a treat, (absolutely no experience necessary). What’s Included, Rally Entry for Car and two people. Sunday Lunch for Two People. Opportunity to try your car on the new environmental friendly Thruxton Skid Pan. And as much fun as we can
- [Hog the Limelight - Victor and Albert](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/hog-limelight-victor-albert/) - Abbotts Ann Players in association with Hog the Limelight are pleased to present Victor and Albert - An A-Z of Britain Professor Victor and Dr Albert Trelawney take you on a hilarious adventure exploring Britain and all things British. Featuring highly original songs, magic, mayhem and audience participation, this is an evening of old fashioned
- [Ride or Stride for St Mary's Church Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/ride-or-stride-for-st-marys-church-abbotts-ann/) - Enjoy Cycling or walking and fancy a challenge, or just a nice day out?Why not get sponsored to visit the regions historic churches? You can choose your own route, how many churches you wish to visit and set your own pace. Money raised will be split equally between the Hampshire & the Islands Historic Churches
- [Open Day at Andover War Memorial Hospital](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/5007/) - Open Day at Andover War Memorial Hospital -- Saturday 20th August from 10am until 2pm
- [WI Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-4/) - Our meeting on 28th July will be celebrating HM The Queen’s 90th Birthday. Members have been asked to bring along nibbles – or a bottle – for the evening’s festivities and the competition is something Royal. That is unlikely to be Her Majesty so we can safely sing Happy Birthday, it is doubtful it will
- [Abbotts Ann Village Fete](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-village-fete/) - Abbotts Ann Village Fete
- [Abbotts Ann Vision Community Energy Project Talk](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-vision-community-energy-project-talk/) - As part of the Abbotts Ann Vision Community Energy Project, Andy Molloy, community energy expert, will speak and answer questions on what we can do in Abbotts Ann - how to reduce your fuel billgenerating energy for the communitycollective energy purchasing
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting Agenda](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-agenda/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend theMeeting of Abbotts Ann Parish CouncilTo be held Thursday 21st July 2016 at 7.00pm at War Memorial HallAGENDA11900 Newly Elected Councillors to sign Declarations of Acceptance of OfficeCllrs to note resignation, as temporary councillors, of Borough Councillors Flood and Stallard21903Councillors to elect a Chairman and Vice Chairman31908Apologies
- [Parish Council Meeting to be held on 29th June 2010 at 7:30pm](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/parish-council-meeting-29-june/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend theMeeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Councilto be held on 29th June 2016 at 7.30pm at the War Memorial HallAGENDA11930Borough Councillors Flood and Stallard to sign Declarations of Acceptance of Office as temporary Parish Councillors (under s91 of the Local Government Act 1972) 21932Cllrs to elect a Chairman for
- [Village Shop Association AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/village-shop-association-agm/) - Village Shop Association AGMYour Village Shop Association AGMis7.30pm this Wednesday 22 JuneAt the Village HallDo come and support this vital village institution!Much more important than the EU Referendum the following night!
- [Bingo Night on Saturday 18th June at the War Memorial Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/bingo-night-saturday-18th-june-war-memorial-hall/)
- [Bell Ringing Open Tower Event](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/bell-ringing-open-tower-event/) - Bell ringing has been part of life in towns villages for generations. We (the bell ringers) hope that we provide that tradition and also pleasure for many inhabitants.If you are interested in trying bell ringing for yourself why not pop along to our open tower afternoon
- [St Mary's Fun Club -- A Strawberry Cream Tea](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/st-marys-fun-club-strawberry-cream-tea/) - ST MARY’S FUN CLUBInvite You To Our Summer FundraiserA Strawberry Cream TeaOn Tuesday, 21st JUNE3:30pm – 5:00pmAt Abbotts Ann Primary School, Duck Street, Abbotts AnnBring your friends and family to enjoy afternoon tea made, prepared and served by St Mary’s Fun ClubAll donations will go to Christian OutreachFor more info call Aly Godman 01264 710633
- [Eagle Inn 7th Beer and Cider Festival](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/eagle-inn-7th-beer-cider-festival/) - The Eagle Inn Abbotts Ann7th Beer & Cider Festivall0th, 11th and 12th June25 Real Ales and CiderBBQLive musicFriday evening - Stone PigSaturday evening - Watching WallaceSunday afternoon - The Honey Street BandWe will be showing England v Russia 8pm onSaturday night between the music and all thematches during the EuropeanChampionships.www. facebook.com/Eagleinntheeagleinn.wordpress.comNo admittance after 11pm
- [An amateur production of Boeing Boeing](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/an-amateur-production-of-boeing-boeing-2/) - The Abbotts Ann Players are proud to present an amateur production of Boeing Boeing at the Abbotts Ann War Memorial all at 7:30pm on 10th and 11th June 2016
- [An amateur production of Boeing Boeing](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/an-amateur-production-of-boeing-boeing/) - The Abbotts Ann Players are proud to present an amateur production of Boeing Boeing at the Abbotts Ann War Memorial all at 7:30pm on 10th and 11th June 2016
- [Bring-and-Buy Plant Sale](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/bring-and-buy-plant-sale/) - Bring-and-Buy Plant Sale& Table-Top SaleSaturday 28th May 201610 am – 12.30 pmAbbotts Ann War Memorial HallRefreshments, raffle,crafts – and much more!ALL PROCEEDS FOR FETE FUNDSFor more information contact Anne on 710851 or 07788 645723
- [WI Lunch Club](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-lunch-club/) - Lunch Club
- [WI Monthly Meeting – 7.30 p.m. in the Village Hall – AGM & Resolutions](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-7-30-p-m-in-the-village-hall-agm-resolutions/) - Monthly Meeting – 7.30 p.m. in the Village Hall – AGM & Resolutions
- [Abbotts Ann Green Action AGM](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-green-action-agm/) - Everyone who is interested is welcome to the:Abbotts Ann Green Action Annual General MeetingWednesday April 27th at 7.30 War Memorial Hall Presentation by the Climate Justice Ambassadors*Community Energy – the next stepsElections for a new committeeDiscuss what AAGA is doing and plans to doEnjoy a glass of wine or Abbotts Ann Apple Juice*The Climate Justice Ambassadors are children
- [Cream Teas - Celebrating 300 years](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/cream-teas-celebrating-300-years/) - Why not combine your tea with a trip to our Grade 1 listed church to see the Flower Festival & History Exhibition as well as the splendid building itself.Part of St Mary's Tercentenary Celebrations, marking 300 years of our parish church.
- [Abba's Angels Tribute Band Concert - Celebrating 300 years](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbas-angels-tribute-band-concert-celebrating-300-years/) - Bring your own picnic to this concert held in the grounds of the Old Rectory.Keep a look out for tickets, available from the shop nearer the time.Part of St Mary's Tercentenary Celebrations, marking 300 years of our Parish Church
- [Ploughman's Lunch - Celebrating 300 years](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/ploughmans-lunch-celebrating-300-years/) - Why not combine lunch out with a trip to our Grade 1 listed church to see the Flower Festival & History Exhibition.Part of St Mary's Tercentenary Celebrations, marking 300 years of our parish church.
- [Youth Rock Concert - Celebrating 300 years](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/youth-rock-concert-celebrating-300-years/) - Concert by some young musicians from the Parish.Keep a look out for tickets, available from the shop nearer the time.Part of St Mary's Tercentenary Celebrations, marking 300years of our Parish Church
- [Evensong - St Mary's and its People - Celebrating 300 years](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/evensong-st-marys-and-its-people-celebrating-300-years/) - Even Song led by the Bishop of Basingstoke.All are welcome.Part of St Mary's Tercentenary Celebrations, marking 300 years of our parish church.
- [Songs of Praise Evening Service - Celebrating 300 years](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/songs-of-praise-evening-service-celebrating-300-years/) - We are rounding off a weekend full of celebrations with a 'Songs of Praise' evening service in the church itself.All are welcome.Part of St Mary's Tercentenary Celebrations, marking 300 years of our parish church.
- [Peal attempt by Ancient Society of College Youths - Celebrating 300 years](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/peal-attempt-by-ancient-society-of-college-youths-celebrating-300-years/) - Listen out for this Peal attempt, part of St Mary's Tercentenary Celebrations, marking 300 years of our Parish Church and its role in Parish Life.
- [Flower Festival & History Exhibition - Celebrating 300 years](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/flower-festival-history-exhibition-celebrating-300-years-2/) - Open from 10am -5pm on Saturday the 23rd and Sunday the 24th of July, there will be a Flower Festival inside St Marys Abbotts Ann and a History Exhibition outside.Why not combine your visit with other events on this weekend such as a Ploughman's Lunch of the Saturday or Cream teas on the Sunday.Part of St Mary's
- [Flower Festival & History Exhibition - Celebrating 300 years](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/flower-festival-history-exhibition-celebrating-300-years/) - Open from 10am -5pm on Saturday the 23rd and Sunday the 24th of July, there will be a Flower Festival inside St Marys Abbotts Ann and a History Exhibition outside.Why not combine your visit with other events on this weekend such as a Ploughman's Lunch of the Saturday or Cream teas on the Sunday.Part of St Mary's
- [Chapter & Verse Concert - Celebrating 300 years](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/chapter-verse-concert-celebrating-300-years/) - This popular entertainment makes a return to Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall.Keep a look out for tickets available from the village shop nearer the time.Part of St Mary's Tercentenary Celebrations, marking 300 years of our Parish Church.
- [Thanksgiving for the St Mary's Repair Project](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/thanksgiving-for-the-st-marys-repair-project/) - A Family Service of thanksgiving for the successful completion of the recent major repairs funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund. The service will include a talk by the architect Duncan Wilson, and will be followed by refreshments. There will also be activities for children. All are welcome.This service starts the Tercentenary Celebrations, celebrating 300 years of
- [Annual General Meeting of the Parish Council -- Thursday 19th May at 7pm](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/annual-general-meeting-of-the-parish-council-thursday-19th-may-at-7pm/) - The Annual General Meeting of the Parish Council will be held on Thursday 19th May at 7pm at the War Memorial Hall.
- [WI Walking Group](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-walking-group/) - Women Institute Walking Group will meet on 9th April
- [Monthly Meeting – 7.30 p.m. in the Village Hall – Andrew Negus about Salisbury](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/monthly-meeting-7-30-p-m-in-the-village-hall-andrew-negus-about-salisbury/) - 28 April – Monthly Meeting – 7.30 p.m. in the Village Hall – Andrew Negus about Salisbury
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting on Thursday 7th April](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-on-thursday-7th-april/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend theMeeting of Abbotts Ann Parish CouncilTo be held Thursday 7th April 2016 at 7.00pm at War Memorial HallAGENDA11900 Apologies for Absence21902Declarations of Interest to be made31905Cllrs to agree the minutes to be an accurate record of the meeting held on 3rd March 2016. Cllrs to agree the
- [Abbotts Ann Annual Parish Assembly 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-annual-parish-assembly-2016/) - It has been a very busy year for the Abbotts Ann Parish Council:New Parish Council elected in May 2015 2 long term councillors 5 brand new councillors A new Parish Clerk Retirement of Chairman after 27 years in charge Election of a new ChairmanAnd to top it all, a new approach to the Annual Parish
- [WI Monthly Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-3/) - Monthly Meeting - 7.30 p.m. in the Village Hall - Graham Birchmore: "Graphology - your character in your handwriting"
- [Family History for Beginners Evening, Tuesday 23 February, 6-8pm](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/family-history-for-beginners-evening-tuesday-23-february-6-8pm/) - Next week (Tuesday 23 February, 6-8pm) we have a Family History for Beginners evening at Hampshire Record Office. The session will offer practical advice and help in starting your family history research. You can discover the main sources available and how to use them and access material on microfiche/film with staff on hand to answer any questions.
- [Easter Family Eucharist with Egg Hunt](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/easter-family-eucharist-with-egg-hunt/) - Please join us for our Easter Day Sung Family Eucharist followed by an Easter Egg Hunt.
- [Good Friday Family Workshop](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/good-friday-family-workshop/) - Why not join us for our Benefice family workshop on Good Friday at All Saints, Upper Clatford.The workshop will last for an hour to an hour and a half, and involve craft based activities such as Easter biscuit decorating and making an Easter Garden.
- [Liturgy of Good Friday](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/liturgy-of-good-friday/) - Liturgy of Good Friday, 11am St Mary's.
- [Night Prayer](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/night-prayer/) - Please join us on Wednesday of Holy week for Night Prayer led by Tim Tayler.
- [Palm Sunday Service and Procession](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/palm-sunday-service-and-procession/) - Please join us for this family service and procession marking the start of Holy week.We will be meeting at the Village hall at 9:45, please bring a branch to wave if you have one, and then processing to the church for a family service which will start at 10am.The service is suitable for all ages
- [Mothering Sunday Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/mothering-sunday-service/) - A friendly family service all are welcome to.We would love for you to join us and St Mary's Fun Club in marking this occasion.
- [Lent course starts](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/lent-course-starts/) - The St Marys Lent Course will take Place at APRIL COTTAGE rather than at the church itself.Following the Diocese of Winchester course, Witness – Living the Mission of Jesus, over 5 consecutive weeks starting on the 16th of February. During the five 90 minutes sessions people taking part will learn how to articulate the Gospel and explain it
- [Family Service and Fairtrade Breakfast](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/family-service-and-fairtrade-breakfast/) - Ahead of fairtrade fortnight we will be incorporating a fairtrade breakfast into our service.All are welcome to join us.Service formally starts at 10am with breakfast served from 9:45.
- [St Marys family Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/st-marys-family-service/) - All ages and denominations are welcome at our Family Service in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall at 10am.This month we are looking at Epiphany and the Baptism of Jesus. The service is followed by coffee.
- [WI Monthly Meeting and Post Christmas Dinner](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-and-post-christmas-dinner/) - 28 January – Monthly Meeting – 7 p.m. in the Village Hall – Post Christmas Dinner
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting Agenda -- 7th January 2016](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-agenda-7th-january-2016/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend theMeeting of Abbotts Ann Parish CouncilTo be held Thursday 7th January 2016 at 7.00pm in Abbotts Ann War Memorial HallAGENDA1Apologies for Absence 2Declarations of Interest to be made 3Cllrs to propose acceptance of the corrected minutes of the meeting held on 1st October 2015 and propose acceptance of the
- [Christmas Family Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/christmas-family-service/) - All our welcome to our family friendly Christmas morning service.
- [Midnight Communion with Bishop David](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/midnight-communion-with-bishop-david/) - Everyone is welcome to join us form Midnight communion on Christmas Eve.
- [Crib Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/crib-service/) - All our welcome at our Christmas Eve Crib service.
- [Christingle](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/christingle-2/) - Join us for our Christingle Service.
- [Carol Singing Round the Village](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/carol-singing-round-the-village-2/) - Abbotts Ann Carol SingingEveryone is Welcome to sing carols round Abbotts Ann on Wednesday the 16th December.Song sheets will be provided but please bring lanterns or torches. We will meet at The Eagle Inn at 6:30, and singing will last about two hours. There are refreshments afterwards.If you don't feel up to singing we need people to help with
- [Carol Singing Round the Village](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/carol-singing-round-the-village/) - Little Ann Carol SingingEveryone is Welcome to sing carols round Little Ann on Monday the 14th December.Song sheets will be provided but please bring lanterns or torches. We will meet at the Poplar Farm Inn at 6:30, and singing will last about two hours. There are refreshments afterwards.If you don't feel up to singing we
- [RACE NIGHT Fundraiser!](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/race-night-fundraiser/)
- [Santa Clause is coming to Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/santa-clause-is-coming-to-abbotts-ann/) - We have it on good authority (a quiet word from the elves) thatFather Christmas will be visiting the shopon Saturday 19th December at 10 AM Free gift for the childrenSanta's little helpers will be serving Mulled Wine and Mince Pies for the grown ups. Come and Join the Festivities
- [Abbotts Ann Christmas Bazaar](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-christmas-bazaar/) - Get your Christmas gifts whilst the children visit Father Christmas and enjoy festive games and tombolas.
- [Winter Festival and Early Christmas Bazaar](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/winter-festival-and-early-christmas-bazaar/) - Don't ForgetSaturday 14th November Our Early Christmas Bazaar and Winter Festival, With Christmas goodies, music and lots of cheer.We'll be doing some winter warming recipes for you to taste and our friends at Patterson's pantry will be offering tea tastings.Form 10 AM on Saturday !5% Special discount available for placing your orders for turkeys, fruit and vegetables
- [Bonfire and Firework Night](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/bonfire-and-firework-night-2/)
- [Remembrance Sunday Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/remembrance-sunday-service/) - Please join us for our service of Remembrance.
- [Clean-up St Mary's churchyard](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/clean-up-st-marys-churchyard/) - Come and help us clear St. Mary's Church yard ahead of the Remembrance Sunday.Any time you can spare will be greatly appreciated.
- [Babes in the Wood -- 4th, 5th and 6th December 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/babes-in-the-wood-4th-5th-and-6th-december-2015/)
- [My Tutu's Gone AWOL!](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/my-tutus-gone-awol/) - The Abbotts Ann Players, in association with Hog the Limelight, are proud to present an International award-winning vaudeville turn starring the celebrated Iestyn Edwards. A character comedian best known for his creation Madame Galina - the 15 stone ballerina, Iestyn is also a fine pianist and singer, having trained at Southwark Cathedral and the Guildhall
- [GEORGE YOUNG’S -- Desert Island Discs -- Friday 11th September](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/george-youngs-desert-island-discs-friday-11th-september/) - GEORGE YOUNG’SwithBRUCE PARKERFRIDAY 11th SEPTEMBERAPPLESHAW CHURCHDESERT ISLAND DISCS(former Secretary of State, Chief Whip and Leader of the House of Commons)7 p.m Refreshments7.30 p.m Desert Island Discs(Followed by more refreshments!)No entrance fee but we ask for a donation (suggestion £10) in aid of St Peter in the Wood, AppleshawIf you are hoping to attend or for
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting on Thursday 30th July 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting-on-thursday-30th-july-2015/) - ABBOTTS ANN PARISH COUNCILChairman: Bernard R. GriffithsLocum Clerk: Mrs Amy TaylorParish Council Office: c/o 17 Burdock Close, Goodworth Clatford, SP11 7RSe-mail: abbottsannparishcouncil@gmail.comAll Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attendThe Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish CouncilTo be held Thursday 30th July 2015 at 7.00pm in the Pavilion, Bulbery Sports FieldAGENDATo Report1Apologies for AbsenceTo Declare2Declarations of Interest
- [Extraordinary Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/extraordinary-meeting-of-abbotts-ann-parish-council/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend theExtraordinary Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish CouncilTo be held Monday 3rd August 2015 at 7.00pm in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall AGENDA To Report1Apologies for AbsenceTo Declare2Declarations of Interest to be madeTo Note3Public Participation To Propose4Planning: Cllrs to propose a response to the planning application 15/01634/OUTN – Land at
- [Apple Day 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/apple-day-2015/) - If you’ve enjoyed Apple Days in the past, you’ll want to know that this year’s will be on Saturday October 3rd. If you haven’t enjoyed one yet, do put this date in the diary and come and join in this annual village event.There is nothing like the juice of freshly pressed apples. And the huge
- [Village Fete -- Saturday 5th September 2015](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/village-fete-saturday-5th-september-2015/) - Please make a note of Saturday 5th September 2015 for this years village fete.
- [St Mary's Strawberry Tea In Aid of CORD](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/st-marys-strawberry-tea-in-aid-of-cord/) - ST MARY’S FUN CLUBAsk You To Join UsTODAY Tuesday, 7th July3:30pm – 5:00pmFor A Strawberry Cream TeaAt Spring Cottage, 32 Duck Street, Abbotts AnnIn Aid of CORD
- [Saxley Farm Visit](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/saxley-farm-visit/) - On the evening of Friday 26th June there is an opportunity to visit a local farm, by kind permission of Matthew Read of Saxley Farm, starting at 6:30 and lasting about 2 hours.There will be a chance to see several different types of arable crop, find out about cultivation methods and requirements, see a field-sized
- [Late Evening Visit to Cress Beds](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/late-evening-visit-to-cress-beds/) - On the evening of Thursday July 9th from 8pm until late there is another opportunity to visit Abbotts Ann cress beds, by kind permission of Vitacress. We shall hear about the ecology of the Pillhill Brook, the local otters and water voles, and see our local bats and what has been caught in the moth
- [Reverend David Broad's Farewell Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/reverend-david-broads-farewell-service/) - David Broad's last service in the Benefice, before being Licenced as Parish Priest of St Michael's, Lewis will be on the 21st of June at All Saints, Upper Clatford.To be followed by tea & coffee.Any one wishing to make a donation should contact Sally Dashwood, Churchwarden.
- [Grand Auction Dinner](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/grand-auction-dinner/) - Grand Auction DinnerIN AID OF RAISING FUNDS FOR THE SPORTS FIELD6.30pm. Saturday, 27TH June 2015The War Memorial Hall, Abbotts Ann. Tickets £20.00* Champagne & canape reception * Four course meal * Live music and auction catalogue * Dress Code - Black tie for the gentlemen. Evening wear for the ladies Tickets are available to purchase at the Village Shop, direct from
- [Murder Mystery Evening with 2 course supper, 20th June 2015, 7.30pm](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/murder-mystery-evening-with-2-course-supper-20th-june-2015-7-30pm/) - Murder Mystery Evening with 2 course supper, 20th June 2015, 7.30pm.Tickets on sale at the village shop.
- [Winchester Morris Men will be dancing in Abbotts Ann at the Eagle](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/winchester-morris-men-will-be-dancing-in-abbotts-ann-at-the-eagle/) - Winchester Morris Men dance what is known as Cotswold Morris from the South Midlands. You can see us dance near you on Wednesday 3rd June:8:45 pm The Eagle, Abbots AnnThe Morris Dance is one of the oldest continuing traditions of rural England, and in its origins, was thought by some to welcome the spring and
- [Parish Council Election](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/parish-council-election/) - On 7th May 2015, you will have the opportunity to vote for candidates for Parliament and Test Valley Borough Council and also for candidates who are standing for the 7 available seats on the Abbotts Ann Parish Council.The candidates are as follows:Susie Bleeker, Sally Coffey, Beth Deacon, Bernard Griffiths, Andrew Hayter, Elizabeth Howard, Brian Sims,
- [Tercentenary Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/tercentenary-meeting/) - In 2016 St Mary's Church will be 300 years old. The PCC want there to be a grand celebration and to that end this meeting is being held to gather ideas and make plans.We hope all different organisations in the village will participate together with anyone in the village who would like to be involved.Everyone
- [Spring Jumble Sale](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/spring-jumble-sale/) - You are invited by Abbotts Ann School Association to our Annual Spring Jumble Sale Venue: Abbotts Ann Primary School Hall Date: Saturday, 25th April 2015 Time: 1.00pm Entry: 50p Don't miss out on a bargain - adult and children's clothes, books, toys, bric-a-brac and more. Please come and join us.Make an afternoon of it by
- [NEW GENERATION | ARTISTS’ | POP CONCERT](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/new-generation-artists-pop-concert/) - ULTRA VIOLET | MONIKER | EBEN TAYLOR | PLUS MORE DOORS OPEN 7PM TICKETS £5 | COMPLEMENTRY DRINKS | BAR BY THE EAGLE AVAILIBLE FROM ABBOTTS ANN VILLAGE SHOP | ANDREW LIDDLE – 710 572 OR ON THE DOOR ALL PROCEEDS IN AID OF ST. MARYS CHURCH
- [Abbotts Ann Parish Council Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-parish-council-meeting/) - All Parish Councillors are duly summoned to attend the Meeting of Abbotts Ann Parish Council To be held Thursday 9th April 2015 at 7.00pm in Abbotts Ann War Memorial Village Hall AGENDA To Accept 1 Apologies of Absence To Accept 2 Declarations of Interest To Propose 3 Cllrs to propose acceptance of the accuracy of
- [Easter Day: Holy Communion](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/easter-day-holy-communion/)
- [The Liturgy of Good Friday](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/the-liturgy-of-good-friday/)
- [Maundy Thursday: Benefice Eucharist](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/maundy-thursday-benefice-eucharist/)
- [Annual Parochial Church Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/annual-parochial-church-meeting/) - ANNUAL PAROCHIAL CHURCH MEETING and ANNUAL MEETING OF PARISHIONERS
- [Contrasts a concert by Harlequin](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/contrasts-a-concert-by-harlequin/) - with singing - from operas by Verdi, Strauss, Dvorak, Rossini, Handel, Mozart and Frank - to Gilbert and Sullivan, Gershwin, Lerner and Lowe, Rogers and Hammerstein, Bernstein and more. Tickets available from Abbotts Ann Village Shop or from Elizabeth Howard (710830) £15 (to include a light supper).
- [Mothering Sunday Family Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/mothering-sunday-family-service/) - Join us at the Family Service Refreshments afterwards. (There will be no service in the War Memorial Hall)
- [Mayor's Mystery Evening](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/mayors-mystery-evening/)
- [Abbotts Ann Green Action](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-green-action-3/) - Community Energy Morning: come and find out how to save energy in your home – displays of methods from the cheap and simple to the more adventurous bring your questions about the insulation needs of your home – and get the answers plenty to interest everyone, especially those who have had a visit from the thermal imaging camera (see below) At 10.30 and 11.30 – a presentation on plans for a community energy project for our village 28th March 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM – drop in any time. War Memorial Hall - everyone welcome – refreshments will be served For more information contact David Read on david.read@mybroadbandmail.com or 710090 Find the hot-spots in your home - where are you leaking heat? Our thermal imaging camera expert will tell you. Contact Ann Hopwood on 710090 or ann.hopwood7@bitinternet for a £10 visit. Community Energy Morning: come and find out how to save energy in your home – displays of methods from the cheap and simple to the more adventurous bring your questions about the insulation needs of your home – and get the answers plenty to interest everyone, especially those who have had a visit from the thermal imaging camera (see below) At 10.30 and 11.30 – a presentation on plans for a community energy project for our village 28th March 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM – drop in any time. War Memorial Hall - everyone welcome – refreshments will be served For more information contact David Read on david.read@mybroadbandmail.com or 710090 Find the hot-spots in your home - where are you leaking heat? Our thermal imaging camera expert will tell you. Contact Ann Hopwood on 710090 or ann.hopwood7@bitinternet for a £10 visit. Community Energy Morning: come and find out how to save energy in your home – displays of methods from the cheap and simple to the more adventurous bring your questions about the insulation needs of your home – and get the answers plenty to interest everyone, especially those who have had a visit from the thermal imaging camera (see below) At 10.30 and 11.30 – a presentation on plans for a community energy project for our village 28th March 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM – drop in any time. War Memorial Hall - everyone welcome – refreshments will be served For more information contact David Read on david.read@mybroadbandmail.com or 710090 Find the hot-spots in your home - where are you leaking heat? Our thermal imaging camera expert will tell you. Contact Ann Hopwood on 710090 or ann.hopwood7@bitinternet for a £10 visit. all you need to know about insulating your home
- [How good is your Fish Pie](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/how-good-is-your-fish-pie/) - Good enough for Good Friday at the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall You are challenged to make the best fish pie ever eaten in Abbotts Ann The best fish pie will win a mystery prize Fishy quiz, Fish Pie Contest and Wine Tasting, Raffle during desserts
- [Fairtrade Fortnight tea tasting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/fairtrade-fortnight-tea-tasting/) - Fairtrade Fortnight Tea tasting & High tea Join us and tea expert Tim Clifton to sample a range of fairtrade & organic teas and find out a little bit more about our afternoon cuppa. Tickets £10, Available from Abbotts Ann Village Shop and Fair’s Fayre, Weyhill. Proceeds split between St Mary’s loo fund, Cord and Teafund’s
- [Abbotts Ann Green Action events in March](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-green-action-events-in-march/) - All the latest news from AAGA at the AGM on 18th March Lots of ideas for saving energy in your home on 28th March
- [Abbotts Ann Green Action Community Energy Event](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-green-action-community-energy-event/)
- [Family Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/family-service/) - All are welcome to our monthly all-age lay-led child-friendly Family Service. This month we are celebrating the season of Epiphany Refreshments afterwards
- [Carol Singing around Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/carol-singing-round-abbotts-ann-2/) - Meeting outside the Eagle, with refreshments afterwards. In aid of church funds.
- [Carol Singing around Little Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/carol-sinning-around-little-ann/) - Meeting outside the Poplar Farm Inn, with refreshments to follow. In aid of church funds.
- [Benefice Midnight Mass](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/benefice-midnight-mass/)
- [Carols around the Crib](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/carols-around-the-crib/)
- [Carol Service](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/carol-service/)
- [Christingle](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/christingle/)
- [WI Monthly Meeting - Speaker to be confirmed](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-2/) - Speaker to be confirmed Competition - A piece of pottery/porcelain.
- [South American Wine-Tasting Evening](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/south-american-wine-tasting-evening/) - The Church Mission Society presents a South American Wine-Tasting Evening at the Abbotts Ann Memorial Hall. Tickets are £12 each. Call 710627 or 710123 or visit the village shop
- [WI Post Christmas Meal](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-post-christmas-meal/)
- [WI Monthly Meeting - “A Sprinkle of White Christmas”](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-a-sprinkle-of-white-christmas/) - “A Sprinkle of White Christmas” – Trisha Lewis
- [Hampshire Gardens Trust](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/hampshire-gardens-trust/) - Competition - Garden Photograph.
- [Bonfire and Firework Night](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/bonfire-and-firework-night/) - Raising money for our village school & sports field! Arranged by Abbotts Ann PTA & the Sport’s Field Committee BONFIRE and FIREWORKS NIGHT ON SUNDAY 2nd NOVEMBER 2014 5.30pm Gates Open 6.00pm Guy Parade & Competition 6.30pm Lighting of the Bonfire 7.15pm Fireworks Display by SkyFires TICKETS ON SALE IN THE VILLAGE SHOP, THE EAGLE & SCHOOL
- [Jumble Sale](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/jumble-sale/) - Jumble Sale Time to have a sort out & donate your jumble to the PTA for our Jumble Sale on Saturday 4th October in the Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall Clothes, Toys, Books, Bric-A-Brac We Need It All! PTA representatives will be collecting jumble around the Village the week beginning 29th September or bring your
- [Apple Day](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/apple-day/) - Bring your apples for juicing in our famous apple press (let David know if you have lots to be collected – david.read@mybroadbandmail.com) or your delicious offering for the tastiest apple recipe competition.
- [WI Monthly Meeting - Herbalism](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting/) - Herbalism – Helen Ellis Competition - Herbalism Item.
- [WI Craft Day](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-craft-day/)
- [WI Monthly Meeting - "Your Image"](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-your-image/) - “Your Image” – Lynne LucasCompetition - Favourite Scarf.
- [WI Monthly Meeting - "Memories"](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-memories/) - Themed Evening – MemoriesCompetition - A Photographic Memory.
- [WI Monthly Meeting - “Sentimental & Mourning Jewellery”](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-sentimental-mourning-jewellery/) - “Sentimental & Mourning Jewellery” – Margaret BraddockCompetition - Interesting piece of jewellery.
- [WI Monthly Meeting - “Changes in Fashion”](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-monthly-meeting-changes-in-fashion/) - “Changes in Fashion” – Dinah WarnockCompetition - Fashion Item from the Past.
- [WI Annual General Meeting](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-annual-general-meeting/) - Competition - Flower of the Month.
- [Village Fete](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/village-fete/)
- [Abbotts Ann in World War 1 - An Exhibition](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/abbotts-ann-in-world-war-1-an-exhibition/) - Abbotts Ann Parish Council invite you to come and see how the village was affected by the Great War (and vice versa). Admission Free.
- [WI Cooking Demonstration](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-cooking-demonstration/) - At Waitrose, Salisbury
- [WI Summer Outing](https://www.abbottsann.com/events/wi-summer-outing/)

## Locations

- [St Marys Church](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/st-marys-church-3/)
- [The King Edward VII Memorial Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/the-king-edward-vii-memorial-hall/)
- [Abbotts Ann Village Centre](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/abbotts-ann-village-centre/)
- [Abbotts Ann War Memorial Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/abbotts-ann-war-memorial-hall/)
- [Bulbery Sports Field, Abbotts Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/bulbery-sports-field-abbotts-ann/)
- [Old Rectory Garden, Opposite Church Footpath](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/old-rectory-garden-opposite-church-footpath/) - The Old Rectory is located on Church Lane about 300 yards from the intersection with Mill Lane and opposite the Church Footpath.
- [Abbotts Ann Church of England Primary School](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/abbotts-ann-primary-school/)
- [Bury Hill, Upper Clatford](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/bury-hill-upper-clatford/)
- [The Guildhall in the Market Place](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/the-guildhall-in-the-market-place/)
- [Anna Benefice](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/anna-benefice/)
- [All Saints' Church, Upper Clatford](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/all-saints-church-upper-clatford-2/)
- [Holy Trinity Church, Winchester](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/holy-trinity-church-winchester/)
- [Burghclere Down Community Centre](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/burghclere-community-centre/) - Burghclere Down Community Centre, Berry Way, Andover, SP10 3RZ -- Phone 01264 723904
- [War Memorial Village Hall](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/war-memorial-village-hall/)
- [Playing Field Pavilion, Bulbery](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/playing-field-pavilion-bulbery/)
- [Andover War Memorial Hospital](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/andover-war-memorial-hospital/)
- [Hampshire Record Office](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/hampshire-record-office/)
- [Vitacress Cress Beds](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/vitacress-cress-beds/) - Location of Vitacress Cress beds in the village
- [Hawk Conservancy Trust](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/hawk-conservancy-trust/) - Opening times and prices The Trust is open to the public every day except Christmas Day (25th December) and Boxing Day (26th December)each year. Please note that in 2015 the Trust grounds will be closed between 6th January and 6th February inclusive. Feathers restaurant and the Trust shop will remain open during this time.* Summer
- [Poplar Farm Inn -- Little Ann](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/poplar-farm-inn-little-ann/)
- [The Eagle Public House](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/the-eagle-public-house/)
- [Abbotts Ann Village Shop](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/abbotts-ann-village-shop/)
- [Waitrose, Salisbury](https://www.abbottsann.com/locations/waitrose-salisbury/)

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