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BACK AT LAST!!

5:40pm Thursday 17th May 2012

Having being out of it's worship hall and community centre for over 19 months, The Salvation Army will re enter it's premises on Saturday 12th May. The hall was set on fire by unknown persons, causing extensive damage to the community hall which meant it could not be used until comlpetely refurbished. Added to which a problem of subsidence was discivered and this meant underpinning had to be done in the worship hall. Meanwhile the community work and the worship of The Salvation Army has been held in 3 different centres. The Gorse Hill School, Swindon Gorse Hill Baptist Church and Storehose Turning Point Centre.The Salvation Army continue to be grateful for their practical support. Now it is time to go back!! On Saturday the Corps fellowship will assemble in The School at 1.45.pm and then march to the Hall in Chapel Street. Leading the march will be Hillingdon Salvation Army Band.An opening ceremony will take place in front of the hall at 2.30.pm and then the hall will be opened and inside the Dedication of the Hall will take place. The ceremonies will be conducted by Divisision Leaders Majors Paul and Jenine Main. Following the service there will be a buffet tea. A warm invitation is given to all to attend this special day.

3 Peaks Challenge 24 hours

3 Peaks Challenge 24 hours

10:11am Tuesday 13th March 2012

A team of 16 are attempting the 3 Peaks Challenge in 24 hours or under. This challenge consists of hiking each of the highest mountain peaks in Scotland, England and Wales. We are attempting this to raise money for the Prospect Hospice in Swindon. All members are from Honda of The UK Manufacturing, Engine Plant. We are all in training is some form or other and will be hiking the 3 highest peaks of the Brecon Beacons in April as a test and to gauge our current fitness levels. We have managed to secure a coach, 2 drivers and the cost of the diesel for the entire trip, donated by The Honda institute and Ladbroke Security Services, which is a very generous gesture, especially in this current financial climate. We have a web page which will be updated with pictures closer to the time of the event. 22nd June. https://www.justgiving.com/teams/peakoffitnessnot Based on information supplied by Ray Withers.

Free and Friendly Training Centre For Young People

11:52am Monday 23rd May 2011

'CfBT Include' is an educational chairty who have been running a popular and successful Foundation Learning Programme for young people age 16-18 in Gorsehill for the past 3 years. If you want to gain qualifications in Maths, English, IT and Personal Development or improve your interview and CV writing skills, please contact them on 01793 666010 for more information. CfBT Include is based in modern office buildings above the Co-op and is funded by the Young People's Learning Agency.

Missing Cat

Missing Cat

11:08am Thursday 28th April 2011

Annabel has been m issing since 6am Good Friday, from 197 Ferndale Road She is young and very curious. Please can you check she is not locked in your garden shed.

Swindon Support

Swindon Support

9:33am Thursday 10th February 2011

Swindon Foggy's The Swindon Fibromyalgia Support Group (established 29th June 2010) Working with Fibromyalgia Association UK (FMA) registered charity number 1042582 and UK Fibromyalgia.

Door is open for charity award

2:56pm Wednesday 17th November 2010

A CHARITY that supports adults with learning difficulties is up for a prestigious national honour recognising excellence in the voluntary sector.

Jumble sale

8:56am Tuesday 9th November 2010

Jumble sale in aid of the Swindon Down's Syndrome Group.

Jumble sale

2:56pm Sunday 21st November 2010

Jumble sale in aid of the Swindon Down's Syndrome Group.

Fire Can't Beat Us!

11:22am Friday 5th November 2010

Despite the fire which has meant that The Salvation Army Hall in Chapel Street, Gorse Hill cannot be used for at least six months the work and the programme is once again up and fully running.

Come to church jumble sale

9:03am Friday 29th October 2010

St Barnabas Church is holding a jumble sale on Saturday, November 6. Doors open at 11am, admission 20p. There will be plenty of good bargains and refreshments will be on sale.

Allotment society meetings correction

10:43am Tuesday 20th January 2009

SWINDON Allotment Garden Society would like to point out an error in its newsletter regarding its meetings.

Psychic & Healing Fayre, Swindon 25th November 2008

3:00pm Tuesday 25th November 2008

This Psychic and Healing Fayre will be held at the Crossway Suite as usual. It has always been a very busy event, so pre-booking via the website has become a very popular way of securing an appointment time with a particular reader or therapist to avoid a wait or disappointment on the night. However, pre-booking is not essential, and many of our visitors like to come in to see who they feel drawn to. We have a relaxed, informal and friendly atmosphere, welcoming all who choose to visit us.

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