Hurst, Berkshire
Wooded Hill
A website for Hurst
Berkshire
Hurst n. wooded hill, hillock, wood.
[Old English hyrst, related to Old Saxon,
Old High German hurst, horst]
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Hurst Information
 
 
Clubs and Societies
 

Church Hill, RG10 0SJ
07917 195722
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Club practice evening is every Tuesday during the playing season at 6pm.
Legend has it that the bowling green was laid for Charles 1 who stayed at the Castle Inn when hunting in the forest of Windsor.
 

Wokingham Road, RG10 0SB
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We are a friendly, sociable and inclusive cricket club.
 
 

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The horticultural show is held annually in August and is one of the highlights of the Hurst calendar. The first show was held in 1902.
 

Hurst Village Hall, School Road, RG10 0DR
We welcome men and women, young and old, beginners and experienced. Our members range in age from 5 to 75 and we practice Goju Ryu Karate - focussing on sophisticated and effective self defence techniques.
Come along any Monday (kids and adults) or Wednesday (adults only) and try us out for two free sessions.
 

Hurst Village Hall, School Road, RG10 0DR
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Hurst Morris People are based in the quaint English village of Hurst. We include any gender, generation or background.
Come and enjoy our Cotswold-style morris dancing as we clash sticks or wave handkerchieves to live fiddle and squeezebox tunes. Find us at pubs, fetes and other events.
 

The New Hurst Village Society, run by volunteers from the village, seeks to:
- Preserve the rural character of Hurst
- Promote and provide a focal point for village activities
- Promote village amenities
- Support other village organisations
 

Scout Hut, School Road, RG10 0DR
1st Hurst Scouts Group.
Scouting in Hurst is open to boys and girls from the age of 6 through to 14; providing a structured, adventurous and safe programme of activities in a fun environment enabling youngsters to develop their skills and personalities.
The groups meet during term time:
Beavers (6-8 yo) meet on Tuesdays from 18.00-19.15.
Cubs (8-10 yo) meet on Wednesdays from 18.30-20.00.
Scouts (10-14 yo) meet on Thursdays from 19.15-21.00.
For more information and to get in touch head to our website.
 

Scout Hut, School Road, RG10 0DR

The club is open to young people who are in school years 7 to 9.
It's a great way to stay in touch with your friends as you go on to secondary school.
The club meets once a month, on the third Friday from 7 to 8.30pm. At the Scout HQ there is table tennis, music, games and chat.
We have a more structured activity for about half an hour during the session - such as badminton or table tennis tournaments, music quizzes, team games etc.
There is a tuck shop where £1 will buy you a drink and a snack.
 

Hurst Cricket Club, Wokingham Road, RG10 0SB
07825 224614
The Hurst Hookers are a group of like minded, friendly crafters from the local area. We mainly crochet and knit but we also have members who come along with the sole intention of enjoying the social chat!
Beginners are welcome and we can help you get started.
We meet at the Cricket Club alternate Thursdays at 7:45pm
Please contact Pip Etheridge for more information: philippaetheridge@btinternet.com
 

The Green Man, Hinton Road, RG10 0BP
Wednesday, 2pm - 4:30pm
For £5 you will get tea or coffee and a snack and the company of others whose company you may well enjoy.
For those who wish, there will be cards, dominoes, crib, draughts, and other games.
Or you could just natter.
Bring your knitting or a crossword, if you like.
Bring your friends or make new friends.
 

St.Nicholas Church Tower, Church Hill, RG10 0SN
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An active group of church bell ringers.
Practice Monday evenings 7:45pm - 9pm.
Service ringing Sunday 10:30am.
If visiting, we recommend contacting the Ringing Master in advance.
 

 
Public Houses
 
 
 
 
 

Forest Road, RG40 5SB
01344 304446
Restaurant pub on the Forest Road / Warren House Road.
 
 

 
Schools and Playgroups
 

School Road, RG10 0DR
0118 934 0727
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At St Nicholas CE Primary School, we believe that we are all part of one nurturing family. We are passionate about ensuring that all children are courageous and reach their potential, whatever their starting point. We are a welcoming and inclusive school and aim to ensure that all members of our St Nicholas' "family" have a positive and fulfilling experience at primary school.
There is a strong focus on inclusion, kindness and respect for all. Our teachers and teaching assistants ensure that all children are able to access the curriculum and are provided with the scaffolding needed to fully participate in school life. Teachers are supported in identifying difficulties early and developing strategies to support children in all areas of their learning.
 

Waltham Road, RG10 0FR
0118 934 1277
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Dolphin is a modern and forward-thinking Berkshire private school and nursery for boys and girls aged 3 to 13. In the heart of the countryside between Wokingham and Reading, Dolphin is an exciting and enterprising place in which to learn, to grow and to be. At the very centre of our educational philosophy is our belief that children learn best when they are happy, secure and inspired.
 

School Road, RG10 0DR
0118 934 3677
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At St Nicholas Preschool we provide a relaxed, happy and stimulating environment where children learn through play.
We are an Ofsted Registered Charity Pre-School with excellent indoor and outdoor facilities. Our professionally trained and qualified staff guide the children in their learning.
 

 
Churches
 

Church Hill, RG10 0SN
0118 934 4792
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Church of England

Services are held on Sundays at 11am. Everyone is very welcome to join in services and then enjoy a chat over refreshments afterwards.
For enquiries about baptisms, weddings or funerals please contact the Church Office on 0118 934 4792 or via our website.
Please see the church website for further information and a calendar of services and events.
 

Whistley Green, RG10 0DS
0118 977 5489
We are an independent church of Christians who meet to praise and worship the Lord Jesus Christ in a simple way. We accept the Bible as the inspired word of God and seek to learn and follow what it teaches.

Sundays:
10.00am – Breaking of Bread - A time for Christians to remember the Lord Jesus
11.30am – Refreshments prior to: -
11.45am – Family Gospel Service (except 3rd Sunday) Suitable for everyone, young and old
5.00pm – come and meet each other (CAMEO) (3rd Sunday only) A Bible message, tea and hymn singing. All ages very welcome
Mondays (term time only):
10.00am – Coffee Morning with Toddlers
6.00pm – J.A.M (Jesus and Me) Children's Club
Tuesdays:
7.45pm – Bible Study and Prayer
Wednesdays (1st Wed in each month from September to June):
11.00am – Ladies Light Lunch (preceded by an activity & Bible time)
For further information please visit the Hurst Gospel Hall website.
 

 
Halls for Hire
 
 

Wokingham Road, RG10 0SB
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Please note, venue hire throughout the cricket season has limited availability.
 
 
 

 
Shops and Businesses
 
 
 
 
 

Forest Road, RG40 5QY
0118 978 7210
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Fruit and vegetable shop. Local produce.
 

See also the Skills Register hosted by the New Village Society.
 

 
Transport
 

Routes 128 & 129 serve Hurst, travelling to Wokingham and Reading.
Monday to Saturday, approximately every two hours.
No evening or Sunday services.
 

Station Road, Twyford, RG10 9NA
Elizabeth Line services to Reading and London.
Great Western Railway services to the West via Readng, and London (Paddington).
Car parking for the station is a major pain point for Twyford. The car park is full by 7am on weekdays, and there are severe parking restrictions in the area.
 

Station Approach, Wokingham, RG40 2AP
South West Trains services to London (Waterloo).
Small multistorey car park. Fills up early, with little or no alternative parking available in the vicinity.
 

Robin Hood Lane, Winnersh, RG41 5LU
South West Trains services to Reading and London (Waterloo).
No parking at all. Nothing.
 

 
Councils
 

0118 979 8914
St. Nicholas Hurst Parish Council consists of 10 elected volunteers who are responsible for overseeing a number of amenities in the village, including the three playparks and the allotments. Members of the Parish Council work closely with colleagues at the Borough Council to ensure the Parish is maintained and developed for the benefit of both Parishoners and visitors. Grateful thanks is given to the many volunteers and stakeholders who regularly support our work.
 
 

 
Annual Events
 
 
 

First Sunday in December.
Lighting the Christmas Tree, carols, mince pies.
 

Mid December.
Black tie event held in the village hall.
 

See the full listing of upcoming events and activities in and around the village.
 
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