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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Events
 
Highlights
 
Monday 3rd October to Monday 20th February 2023
Gas main replacement works
Essential gas main replacement work taking place in Hurst – traffic management and closures required.
From the Monday 3rd October, SGN contractors Direct Mole will commence an extensive programme of gas main replacement work in the local area. This essential work will involve the replacement of old metal gas mains with new plastic pipes that will ensure we can continue to provide residents a safe and efficient gas supply.
 
Events in December
 
Saturday 3rd December
St.Nicholas Christmas Fayre
11:30am - 3:00pm
Hurst Village Hall
This year it will have a Christmas Market feel with stalls outside as well as inside the hall.
Come along and join in with all of the fun during the fayre including a visit to Father Christmas, BBQ and Refreshments, Grand Raffle, Christmas Gift Stalls, Kids Craft Activities and Games, Cakes and much more.
Entry: Donations.
 
Saturday 3rd December
Pink Fish - live
8:00pm - late
The Jolly Farmer
Excellent band playing in our heated events marquee.
The best hits from 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, 00s.
 
Sunday 4th December
Holy Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Parish Communion, conducted by Reverend Graham
 
Sunday 4th December
St Nicholas Night
From 5:00pm
School Road Recreation Ground
Switching on the Christmas lights. Christmas Carols. Perhaps more.
 
Tuesday 6th December 2022
Hurst Parish Council
7:30pm
St Nicholas School
Parish Council Meeting
There will be an update from the Parish Council regarding the Appeal for 200+ houses on the Tape Lane/Lodge Road field.
 
Saturday 10th December
Christmas Dinner Dance
6:00pm - 11:59pm
Hurst Village Hall
Organised by St.Nicholas School PTA and Hurst Village Society
 
Sunday 11th December
Messy Christingle
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
 
Friday 16th December
Youth Club
7:00pm
Hurst Scout Hut
Any children in school years 7-9 are welcome to come along.
£2 a session to cover the cost of hiring the scout hut.
If you are interested in coming along, then please email for a registration form.
 
Sunday 18th December
Fourth Sunday of Advent
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Parish Communion, conducted by Reverend David West
 
Sunday 18th December
Santa Claus comes to Hurst
4:00pm onwards
 
Sunday 18th December
Christmas Carols
5:00pm
Hurst Gospel Hall
Followed by refreshments.
 
Sunday 18th December
Carols in the Castle
6:30pm (time to be confirmed)
The Castle Inn
Informal community carol singing, led by Hope and Claire Lawrence
 
Wednesday 21st December to Wednesday 4th January 2023
St Nicholas School Christmas break
 
Saturday 24th December
Crib Service
4:00pm
St.Nicholas Church
 
Saturday 24th December
Midnight Communion Service
11:30pm
St.Nicholas Church
Conducted by Reverend Graham
 
Sunday 25th December
Christmas Morning Service
10:30am - 11:15am
Hurst Gospel Hall
Followed by refreshments.
 
Sunday 25th December
Christmas Day Communion
11:00am
St.Nicholas Church
Conducted by Reverend David West
 
Events in January
 
Tuesday 3rd January 2023
Hurst Parish Council
7:30pm
St Nicholas School
Parish Council Meeting
 
Friday 21st January
Youth Club
7:00pm
Hurst Scout Hut
Any children in school years 7-9 are welcome to come along.
£2 a session to cover the cost of hiring the scout hut.
If you are interested in coming along, then please email for a registration form.
 
Tuesday 31st January 2023 for 8 days
Appeal for 200 Dwellings on the Lodge Road/Tape Lane Fields
10:00am
The Council Offices, Shute End
Reference: APP/X0360/W/22/3309202
Public inquiry on the appeal by Mactaggart and Mickel Homes England Ltd, for the outline planning application for approximately 200 homes on the land adjacent to Lodge Road and Tape Lane.
The appeal for outline permission on this beautiful greenfield site is to be an 8-day inquiry.
Please put the dates of 31 January to 11 February in your diary - we will need as many residents as possible to attend the appeal.
 
Regular Events
 
Monday (term time)
Coffee and Toddlers
10:00am - 11:30am
Hurst Gospel Hall
Free.
 
Monday (term time)
JAM (Jesus and Me)
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hurst Gospel Hall
For children from 5 years old.
Games, quizzes, singing, Bible Stories.
Free activity
 
Monday
Yoga Class
7:00pm - 8:00pm
St Nicholas School
Ladies & Gents.
£10 per class.
Please message Katy for more information - 07761 591605
 
Tuesday
Hurst & Twyford Pub Runners
6:30pm
We meet every Tuesday at 6.30pm at a local pub and then run 5k back to the pub and have a social.
We cater for all abilities so don’t be shy.
We have a Facebook page with all the information so do join it otherwise please email email
It's very much a social and it's free to come, but you do need some pennies for the drink !!
 
Tuesday
Bible Study and Prayer
7:45pm
Hurst Gospel Hall
 
First Wednesday of the month
Ladies Light Lunch
11:00
Hurst Gospel Hall
Preceded by an activity and Bible time.
 
Thursday
Hurst Hookers
7:45pm
Hurst Cricket Club
Hurst "Hookers" knit and natter meeting.
Alternate Thursdays at the cricket club, 7:45pm.
Crochet, knitting and friendly conversation.
Dates for rest of 2022: 8th and 22nd Sept. 6th, 20th Oct. 3rd and 17th Nov. 1st and 15th Dec.
Beginners and experienced knitters and "hookers" all welcome. Please contact Pip Etheridge for more info: philippaetheridge@btinternet.com, 07825 224614
 
Thursday
Quiz Night
8.00pm
Elephant & Castle
Teams of up to six players. £ per person to play.
All monies raised go to charity.
Sandwiches and chips provided during the half time break.
 
Friday
Hodge’s HIIT Session
9:00am - 9:30am
In the park, opposite the pond, School Road
It involves a bit of fun, the sessions are designed to help develop your fitness, and the activity is run by ex pupil Joshua Hodgkins – Qualified level 3 Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor. All ages and abilities are welcome, especially beginners!!!!
All that you need to bring is a mat, a water and gymwear
For information / bookings: email or call 07934 282953
 
Friday
Yoga Classes
10:00am - 11:30am
Hurst Village Hall
If you fancy coming along or you would like some more info please email Cheryl on cheryl.youngman@harleyd.co.uk
Cost is £10 a session.
 
Friday
Friday Night Social
Hurst Cricket Club
A relaxed evening for all parents and friends.
 
Every other Friday
Karaoke Evening
The Jolly Farmer
Prizes for the best singer, and the not so best singer!
 
Saturday
Fun Football Training
9:00am - 10:00am
Stow Bridge Field
Hurst FC is a small friendly club running FREE football training sessions on Saturday mornings.
Sessions are casual and fun, and open to boys and girls in Year 1 and 2.
Older age groups are looking for new players too.
Please email for further details, or just turn up!
 
Sunday
Breaking of Bread
10:00am
Hurst Gospel Hall
A time for Christians to remember the Lord Jesus.
 
Sunday (except third Sunday of the month)
Family Gospel
11:30
Hurst Gospel Hall
Refreshments at 11:30 followed by Family Gospel Service at 11:45am.
Suitable for everyone, young and old.
 
Third Sunday of the month
CAMEO
5:00pm
Hurst Gospel Hall
Come and meet each other (CAMEO).
Suitable for everyone, young and old.
 
Further Ahead
 
Saturday 24th June and Sunday 25th June 2023
Hurst Show & Country Fayre
 
Saturday 19th August
Hurst Horticultural & Cottage Garden Society
Hurst Village Hall
Since 1902 the Hurst Horticultural Society has organised a village show and this year is no different.
 
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COVID-19 Support
Working together to support Hurst

In Hurst we are very lucky to have an amazing network of over 60 volunteers available to offer help should you need it for shopping, collecting medications or just someone to have a chat with during these difficult times.

If you would like to speak to us, or want to ask for help for yourself or a neighbour, please view the list of helpers and we’ll see how we can help.

You can easily find volunteers in your area - just select your road or click on a map.

Some volunteers have offered to have a chat on the phone, some have offered to collect any medication and some to shop. If the volunteer cannot help directly, they can contact another volunteer for you.

 
Even if you’re self-isolating, you’re not alone.
 
 
 
 
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