Beckley Village Voice

Charity shoebox appeal. At Christmas, the Charity, Link to Hope organise the collection of Shoeboxes filled with gifts for very poor families and elderly people living  in The Ukraine, Romania, Moldova and Bulgaria. Some of these people live in terrible conditions, often with no electricity or running water. These gifts are everyday items such as soap, toothpaste, shampoo, combs, socks, crayons and colouring books etc. Your gift of a shoebox would bring such happiness to the people who receive them. Please telephone Sue Cavilla: 01797 230431 to arrange collection if required. Shoeboxes need to be ready by Sunday 25th October please.

Our next amazing Farmers & Craft Market on Sunday 25th October @ the village. As ever there will be loads of amazing goodies for sale. You can also stock up on all your Bread, Cheese & Local Produce, as well as crafts for your and gifts. WI serving refreshments of amazing bacon rolls & cakes. All proceeds help maintain our village hall. Free entry. 10-12.30pm.

Support our village Hall with the local Lottery! Rother runs a lottery and Beckley Village Hall is a beneficiary. Tickets cost just £1 and there is a weekly draw. Please consider signing up to support our village hall keep going in this time of great financial difficulty. The village has already had a couple of residents win for details go to www.rothercommunitylottery.co.uk and search for Beckley Village Hall. The hall gets  a % of ticket sales to help towards its upkeep.

Macmillan Coffee Morning. Join with the community in support of Macmillan Cancer Charity. 10am Beckley Village Hall on Nov 5th @The Gathering Place.

 Community Speedwatch. Can you spare an hour a month to help with speed watch? The team are in need of a couple of extra helpers due to some members moving away. If we don’t get new members the group may have to be mothballed. The purpose is to educate drivers rather than to penalise them so if you have some spare time please consider joining to help reduce speeding in our village. Please contact [email protected] for information.

 Yoga with Jojo Weds eves. A flowing practice combining movement with breathwork and relaxation — perfect for releasing tension, unwinding and preparing for a restful night.I’d love to welcome you along and share these peaceful Wednesday evenings with you.Book your first class:Evening Yoga Class in Beckley from 7th Oct Wednesday 6.30pm https://bookwhen.com/yoga-creative/e/ev-srop9-20261007183000 All so welcome. 07961 111228

[email protected]— at Beckley Village Hall.

 Rother Fitness are now running some classes at Beckley Village hall . Our first full 8 week Beckley block starts week commencing 26th October, and here’s the timetable:

Tuesday 09:30 — Dance Fitness, Thursday 18:00 — Dance Fitness, Thursday 19:00 — Strength & Core, Friday 10:30 — Strength, Friday 18:00 — Barbell Club.  You can book your preferred class for just £6.50 per class or, you can go Unlimited with a 4-Week Pass for just £70.Contact [email protected] for more details on how to book.

 Mondays  7-8pm. Another new class…. Proactive training and nutrition will be running fitness classes in the main hall of BVH £5 a session pay as you go. Contact [email protected]

 Knit and Natter/ board games Thursdays Beckley Village Hall 10-2pm @ the Gathering Place.

Mystery book swap . On 29th oct come along to the hall and select a mystery book!!! 10-2pm The Gathering Place @ Beckley village hall.

 The Gathering Place is the Pop up café at Beckley Village Hall. This is a new venture that serves amazing tea, coffee and freshly baked, homemade cakes. The venture run by Natasha has been created as a welcoming space for connection, community and of course conversation!  It’s a great place to meet friends, make a new connection or simply enjoy a moment of peace. Whether you’re popping in for a quick coffee, a takeaway or staying for a chat there is always a seat waiting for you. Look out for the sign outside. Open Weds and Thurs 8-2pm.

 Tai chi class every Tuesday 2.30-3.30pm at Beckley Village Hall with the wonderful Liz. Whether you’re looking to relax, improve balance, or simply try something new, these sessions are a lovely way to slow down and reset. Classes are just £8 each, with limited spaces available. You’re very welcome to book ahead or simply turn up on the day. There’s also the option to book six sessions to use over 8 weeks if you’d like to make it part of your routine. Come along, give it a try, and enjoy a little calm in your week. If you would like to discuss anything with Liz, you can call her on 01424 465838 or 07929 725156 And you can book online here: www.alexandertechniquehastings.co.uk

Yoga –Andy runs Hath yoga on a Friday morning from 9-10.30 @ £10 a class. [email protected]

Open mic night at the Rose & Crown is every 3rd Monday of the month Nov 19th. Everyone welcome.

Trefoil meet on Monday Nov 19th usually @ Beckley village hall 2pm. New members welcome. Contact Christine on [email protected] or 07521 151316 for details.

10k Road Race….once again the popular road race will be taking place in the village on nov 1st, Please look out for runners on the road. Marshalls and volunteers needed …please contact Steve Bowler if you can help. 01797 260232

Beckley Growing Collective. This is a small community group bringing people together to grow food, share home grown produce, plants, seeds and knowledge. Beckley Village Hall – First Saturday of every month 10.15-11.45am. Please note that from January this will move to third Saturday of the month. Everyone welcome refreshments available. Hand massages available.

Coffee morning @Beckley Village Hall on nov 10th @ 10.30am run by FOBC. There will be a charity stall, books and bric-a brac as always will be on sale too.

Beckley Lunch. The next Lunch on Thursday 12th Nov will be at The Rose & Crown. Usual time 12.30p.m. You can join in by phoning Mary on 01797 260213 no later than Monday of that week. The food and friendship continues at our new home and we would welcome anyone who would like to join us. Remember it’s the second Thursday of the month and booking by the previous Monday.

Echoes of our Ancestors –An Autumn Cacao Ceremony & Shamanic Gong Bath @ Beckley village Hall 7pm – 8.30pm Nov 17th .It’s time to start getting cosy again… as the nights draw in we join together to Honour the sacred turning of the seasons as we gather in ceremony for Echoes of the Ancestors, celebrating the Autumn Equinox and the month of October a time of reflection gratitude and release. Our journey begins by sharing ceremonial cacao, opening the heart and inviting us into a space of presence and connection. Through gentle breath work we awaken the life force within grounding ourselves deeply into the Earth while setting heartfelt intentions for the season ahead. Together, we will call upon the wisdom of our ancestors, remembering those who walked before us reconnecting with the ancient rhythms of the Earth. Through intention, and sacred sounds we honour their guidance and the wisdom that lives within us all. You will then be immersed in a deeply restorative sound journey with the healing vibrations of the gongs shamanic voice and other sacred instruments. These powerful frequencies invite deep rest, energetic release, and a profound reconnection to your body, spirit and the natural world. To book please contact Sarah 07715600177, £18 taster session, limited spaces

Beckley Horticultural society WINTER HORTICULTURAL LECTURE: TBA. Quiz & AGM: Monday 23rd November @ 7.30pm. All events to be held at Beckley Village Centre (unless stated otherwise).

Beckley History Society’s Meetings take place in the Village Centre. Coming in November 27th Smallhythe, 2000 years of Archaeology. For more information contact Mary on 260213

Christmas Fair Beckley village hall in aid of our preschool. Dec 5th 10-2pm . Stall holders wanted contact [email protected] for details

Beckley needs you! Last year the POPPY APPEALERS OF BECKLEY raised £2,250 for THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION. WE NEED A NEW POPPY APPEAL ORGANISER. If you have a few hours to spare around late October and would like to take on the role of Beckley Poppy Appeal Organiser please contact Mike Hancock on 07960 967 178 who will happily explain what’s involved and help with the transition.

Beckley preschool meets every mornings during term time and has spaces for children. Beckley Preschool accept the 30 hour voucher. If you are looking for a space for your young child please contact them via email [email protected]  They are term time only and open 9am - 3pm

Rye food bank offer more than just help with food. They have a direct link to Rother which locals can use to find out about services etc (in fact anything like the terminals in the library used to offer). They have a link to benefit support and debt counselling and they have someone who can give heating advice as well as a Family Support Worker – Gill (you do not need to be referred to seek Gills help. The Food Bank is open every Wednesday between 12-3pm in the Baptist Church in Cinque Ports Street Rye or can be contacted 07526 349847. You can also email them at [email protected].  

Beckley Village hall  booking email [email protected] if you wish to hire the hall or find out more info, there is also a new website www.beckleyvillagehall.co.uk which is full of info.

Church services upcoming are Sun 25th 8am, Sunday Nov 1st 8am & 10am

Beckley Village Hall has long been the heart of our community—a space where friends gather, families celebrate, and local groups come together. From fitness classes and children’s activities to social clubs and special events, the hall is a vital hub for our village. But right now, it faces a serious challenge. Rising energy costs, increasing insurance fees, and a maintenance costs are putting its future at risk. Without support, we could struggle to keep the doors open and the lights on. This hall belongs to all of us, and we need your help to ensure it remains a thriving part of Beckley. Whether through donations, fundraising efforts, or simply spreading the word, every little bit makes a difference. If you’ve ever attended an event, used the hall’s facilities, or simply appreciated having this space available, now is the time to step forward. Let’s work together to keep Beckley Village Hall running—not just for today, but for generations to come. This year’s AGM is on July 8th everyone welcome.

Beckley Parish Council has vacancies. If you would like to help make and keep Beckley a lovely place to live. Come join the council. Speak to the Chair Natasha (email natasha@ beckleyparishcouncil.org.uk) about what is entailed or the parish clerk Mary (email [email protected] or 01797 270 790). Also if you have any contributions for the quarterly magazine again contact the clerk. Parish Council Meetings are at the village hall and are held on the second Tuesday of the month at 7.30pm. Minutes, Agendas etc are available to view on the PC website or the two noticeboards- one at Four oaks end of the village and one opp Rose & Crown pub.

Neighbourhood Watch, Beckley has a FB group for neighbourhood watch. Please join for tips and advice on how to keep our community safe.

Cinque Ports FM. We have a fantastic local radio station now. Tune in to 95.1 FM service for a service covering Rye and surrounding areas. You can hear us in East Sussex in crystal clear FM stereo.

WI- If you would like to find out more about the exciting activities they have lined up or become a member please contact [email protected]. They meet up on the second Monday of the month in the village hall @ 7.30pm.

1st Beckley Brownies need your help! Adult volunteers are needed to enable girl guiding to continue in Beckley. Could you lend a hand? Find out more from Carlyn (Jay) by emailing [email protected]

BECKLEY VILLAGE CENTRE is still the community hub of the village. It is a run as the Beckley Village Hall charity by and for the people of Beckley. Rooms are available for private parties and meetings. Groups running regular weekly activities are Taekwondo and Yoga. Other activities include Church Coffee Morning, WI,  History Society, Horticultural Society as well as children’s activities. No building runs itself. If you could help with admin, fund-raising, maintenance or generally keeping the place ready for use please let us know. Contact; [email protected] for bookings & Lauren Dobson 01797 260364 for everything else!

Village library- this is housed in the phone box opposite the village school. Books etc. for residents to swap & read but please do not leave donations on the floor and make sure shelves are tidy.

The monthly Parish magazine is available as a physical copy from the church or if you would like to sign up to receive a copy go to the Beckley and Peasmarsh Church FB page or email Alex on alexboatwrightsmith@icloud