OUR CLUBS AND GROUPS
Thorngate Halls is home to a wide variety of clubs, groups, and events. There really is something for everyone seven days a week. Below is our current timetable but please check back regularly for updates
MONDAY
ZUMBA GOLD
Monday 10.00 - 11.00 - Weekly
Contact: Julie Bateman 07968 376023
TEA DANCE
Monday 13.30 - 16.30 – Weekly
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Contact:
Pauline 01329 234562
Reception 02392 510012
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The Tea Dance is held on Monday afternoons in the Thorngate Ballroom.
Admission is £3.00.
Come and join us for a cup of tea and a biscuit
TUESDAY
THORNGATE SHORT MAT BOWLING CLUB
Tuesday 9.30 - 12.00 - Weekly
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Contact: Jan Barry 02392 522663
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The Short Mat Bowling Club has been established for 26 years and is the only Club of its type to play all year round. Members play on five indoor mats. The Club has a varied and active social calendar which is always well supported by its members.
Enquiries from prospective new members over the age of 18 are always welcomed.
BRAVESTARR
American Western Line Dancing Classes
Tuesday 13.15 - 15.00 – Weekly
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Contact: Wendy Glynne – 02392 521830
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A warm welcome is given to all new members in the Thorngate Ballroom. It’s so easy and a FUN way of keeping fit for all ages. If you’re stressed or depressed or simply want to get fit with dance, then come along and strut your stuff! No need for a partner or any previous dancing experience.
Pay at the door – £4.50 per session/ Beginners and popular dances taught.
THE THORNGATE TABLE TENNIS CLUB
Tuesday 19.30 - 22.30 - Weekly
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Contact:
Douglas Sherley – dougsherley@gmail.com
Jan Davies – jammyweej@yahoo.co.uk
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The Thorngate Table Tennis Club is for adults of all ages and of all abilities.
This is a fun club and everyone is welcome!
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The Club holds a Skittles evening and Quiz evening twice a year and an annual Lunch.
GOSPORT PARTIALLY SIGHTED CLUB
Tuesday 12.30 - 15.00 – weekly
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Contact: Malcolm Dent – 07738 585544
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THE KER-MEL SCHOOL OF DANCING
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday – Weekly
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Principals: Mrs. J. Allpress – (ATMBA)
Mrs. M. Silverlock – (LISTD)
Contact: 02392 527070
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Classes taken in tap, ballet, modern, and jazz. Imperial Society of Dancing and British Arts Exams. Competitions and shows arranged. Children trained from 3 years.
KUNDALINI YOGA
Tuesday 19.00 - 20.30 – Weekly
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Contact: Renata
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Email: suryachandra1000@outlook.com
Call: 07867 522997
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Pre-book only.
Please bring a yoga mat and a blanket.
WEDNESDAY
GOSPORT FLORAL ART CLUB
First Wednesday 14.00 - 16.00 - Monthly
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Contact:
Carol Patis -
patis68@virginmedia.com or 02392 525051
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Judi Jones -
judi_jones2000@hotmail.com or 02392 550329
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The club is affiliated with the Gosport Community Association and the National Association of Flower Arranging Societies (both Registered Charities) and is open to all those interested in the art of flower arranging.
New or experienced members can take part in a varied and interesting program including practice meetings, workshops, and an annual show in the Thorngate Theatre. Visits by demonstrators are enjoyed throughout the year as well as social events.
SOLENT ART CLUB
Wednesday 13.30 - 15.30 – Weekly
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Contact:
Terry Mahony - tdmahony@btinternet.com
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The Solent Art Club is a friendly group of mixed ages and abilities who meet to enjoy a quiet couple of hours of painting in watercolour, pastel, acrylic, and oil. We tender constructive advice to each other were requested and enjoy a chat over a cup of tea and biscuits. The Club welcomes anyone interested in drawing or painting of any age or any ability to attend and see if they would like to join.
NEW THORNGATE SINGERS
Wednesdays 14.00 to 15:30 - Weekly
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Contact:
Wendy DeBeugny - wendydebeugny.yahoo.co.uk
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The Thorngate Singers are an established singing group, affiliated with the Gosport Community Association. They meet each week in the Music Room to sing songs, new and old, and across many genres with a view to occasional public performance. They are an informal and friendly group with a range of ages
GOSPORT AND DISTRICT ORGAN CLUB
Second Wednesday 13.00 - 17:00 Monthly
Contact:
Peter Buckles – 01329 310592
Graham Benzeval – benzevalgd@yahoo.co.uk
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The Gosport and District Organ Club meets once a month in the Thorngate Ballroom. As well as normal club meetings, we hold occasional Sunday concerts in association with the Theatre Organ Club of GB. If you are interested in playing or hearing these instruments, then please join the Group at their Meetings – everybody will be made most welcome.
GOSPORT U3A – member of Third Age Trust
First Wednesday 10.00 – 12.00 – Monthly
(Except August)
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Contact:
George Cantrill - chair@u3agosport.org.uk
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The Gosport U3A is part of a National Organisation - the Third Age Trust.
The Gosport club has around 300 members who between them organise groups for like-minded adults through regular meetings and social events that include art, music, literature, crafts, languages, scrabble, walking, days out, theatre visits, and dining groups – and more (new activities can be added according to member interest).
New members are always welcome – just pop in to see us at our next monthly meeting – first Wednesday from 10 am.
THURSDAY
THORNGATE PANTO & VARIETY COMPANY
Thursday 19.30 - 21.30 - Weekly
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Contact: thorngatepavco@gmail.com
Phone: 07835 275557
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The “Panto Club” was formed in 1960, and puts on an annual pantomime, variety shows, and Christmas Cabaret. A friendly group, who work hard to put on good shows. Anyone who would like to get involved, be it performing, working behind the scenes, or front of house, are welcome to attend rehearsals – why not go along on a rehearsal night, you will be made most welcome!
JIM HAMES BIG BAND CONCERTS
Thursdays 11.00 for 11.30 to 13.00 – Monthly
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Contact:
GCA Reception – 02392 510012
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Gosport Community Association is pleased to present monthly lunchtime concerts featuring the Jim Hames Big Band at the Thorngate Ballroom.
Admission £2.00.
Bar & Refreshments available. Claire’s Bistro will be open for food.
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NATIONAL BLOOD SERVICE
Contact: 0300 1232323 or www.blood.co.uk
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Telephone Reception for dates of sessions – 023 92510012.
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Gosport Community Association is pleased to support the work of the National Blood Transfusion Service by providing facilities for regular donor sessions to be held in the Centre. 2 Donor sessions are usually held in the Thorngate Ballroom.
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Do something amazing today – Give Blood!
THE KER-MEL SCHOOL OF DANCING
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday – Weekly
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Principals: Mrs. J. Allpress – (ATMBA)
Mrs. M. Silverlock – (LISTD)
Contact: 02392 527070
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Classes taken in tap, ballet, modern, and jazz. Imperial Society of Dancing and British Arts Exams. Competitions and shows arranged. Children trained from 3 years.
FRIDAY
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Friday 19.30 - 21.00 – Weekly
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Contact:
0800 9177650 (National)
02392 580776 (Local)
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Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experiences, strength, and hope with each other. In the hope that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism.
NATIONAL BLOOD SERVICE
Contact: 0300 1232323 or www.blood.co.uk
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Telephone Reception for dates of sessions – 023 92510012.
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Gosport Community Association is pleased to support the work of the National Blood Transfusion Service by providing facilities for regular donor sessions to be held in the Centre. 2 Donor sessions are usually held in the Thorngate Ballroom.
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Do something amazing today – Give Blood!
THE KER-MEL SCHOOL OF DANCING
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday – Weekly
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Principals: Mrs. J. Allpress – (ATMBA)
Mrs. M. Silverlock – (LISTD)
Contact: 02392 527070
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Classes taken in tap, ballet, modern, and jazz. Imperial Society of Dancing and British Arts Exams. Competitions and shows arranged. Children trained from 3 years.
THE YOUNG AT HEART UNITY GROUP
If you're over 50, come along and join our group!
Every Friday from 12:45 to 15:30 in the Privett Suite
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Contact Dawn on 02392 351983 or find us on Facebook
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We have a variety of entertainment from singers and bands to Bingo, Hoy, or a guest speaker.
Plus there is always tea coffee and like-minded people to chat to.
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New members are always very welcome!
SATURDAY
THE KER-MEL SCHOOL OF DANCING
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday & Saturday – Weekly
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Principals: Mrs. J. Allpress – (ATMBA)
Mrs. M. Silverlock – (LISTD)
Contact: 02392 527070
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Classes taken in tap, ballet, modern, and jazz. Imperial Society of Dancing and British Arts Exams. Competitions and shows arranged. Children trained from 3 years.
SUNDAY
COME DANCING
Sunday 19.00 - 22.00 - Monthly
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Contact: GCA Reception – 02392 510012
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Dances are held in the Ballroom where patrons can enjoy good music, and great company in an excellent venue on the first Sunday evening of every month.
Admission is £6.00.