Regular Groups

We have over 20 regular groups using the centre. Either click on the name or scroll down to find out more about them.

Ahmadiyya Muslim Association
(1st Sunday, afternoon)

Azhar Almed / 07663 124990 / president.reading@ahmadiyyauk.org
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Artemis Studios
Thursday afternoon
Artemis is a Bracknell based registered charity offering training in the local community in performing arts. The classes at Birch Hill are for Youth Theatre Companies. Aged range 4-12 yrs. Classes run on a Thursday afternoon.

Lisa Poggi / 01344 429403 / info@artemis-studios.co.uk
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BADHOGS
Bracknell Area Deaf & Hard-of-hearing Support Group
4th Monday afternoon
Bracknell Area Deaf & Hard-of-Hearing Support Group is for residents of Bracknell Forest and neighbouring areas who are deaf or hard-of-hearing. The group meet once a month (4th Monday of the month) for social discourse, informative discussion, support/help and refreshments.

Nigel King / 07947 675959 / badhogsbracknell@gmail.com
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Birch Hill Folk Group
2nd and 4th Thursday evening
We meet from 8-10pm, twice a month to play and learn (mainly British) folk music tunes on acoustic instruments.

Lawre Doyle / 01344 775512 / leacro@tiscali.co.uk
Birch Hill and Hanworth Social Group
Thursday afternoons
Held every Thursday it is a group that invites local people in to enjoy a couple of hours of friendly chat, quizzes, games etc plus tea/coffee and cakes. This is provided free.

Janet Cochrane/Cath Thompson / / janetcrochrane@sky.com
Bracknell Aquarist Society
Second Tuesday evening
A club that covers all aspects of Fish Keeping, with talks,presentations, table shows and group discussions

Ray Hogg / / rayhogg30@googlemail.com
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Bracknell Forest u3a

Bracknell Forest u3a runs over 70 interest groups on a wide range of topics for members giving an opportunity for education and social activity.

Committee meetings are held at the Birch Hill Community Centre at 6 week intervals, and Open Meetings are
held at the The Bracknell Rugby Club, Lily Hill Park, Lily Hill Drive, RG12 2UG

Membership secretary / 01344 483843 / membersecretary@bracknellu3a.org.uk
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Bracknell Forest u3a Bridge Group
Tuesday Afternoons
The Bracknell u3a Bridge Group ia an established group meeting weekly for a friendly game. We welcome players with varyied experience, and we offer a relaxed and helpful atmosphere in which to enjoy the game, while at the same time enjoying a stmulating, competitive game.

Roberta Redemer /07768 812521 / roberta.redemer@ntlworld.com
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Bracknell Forest u3a Family History
1st Monday of the month
Family History Group for members of Bracknell Forest u3a.

Leah Rinaldi/Marilyn Robinson / / familyhistory@bracknellu3a.org.uk
Bracknell Forest u3a Local History Group
Last Thursday Afternoon
The Local History Group meet on the last Thursday afternoon of each month, excepting August and December. A programme is planned at the beginning of the year and comprises a mix of visits to local places of interest organised by group members and talks on Local History subjects arranged by the group leader. Anyone interested in joining the group should use the Group Enquiry link on Local History listed on the Groups page of the Bfu3a website https://bracknell.u3asite.uk/groups

Janet Russel /01344 451276 / localhistory@bracknellu3a.org.uk
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Bracknell Forest u3a Digital Photography
2nd and 4th Tuesday morning
This is an Interest Group operating under the umbrella of the Bracknell Forest u3a and membership of BFu3a is a prerequisite for members of this photography group. Our aim is to learn about our cameras and about photography and to share our experiences with other members of the group. For further information please contact: membersecretary@bracknellu3a.org.uk

Mavis & John Cook / / membersecretary@bracknellu3a.org.uk
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Bracknell Forest u3a Rummikub, Canasta, & Mahjong
1st and 3rd Wednesday afternoon
The group meets twice a month on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday afternoon between 2 - 4. The group is open to all Bracknell Forest u3a members. If you are interested in joining, you are welcome to come along twice to try the group, but after that you will need to join BFu3a. Please see our website for further details http://www.bracknellu3a.org.uk/

Carol Clark / 07843 052616 / canastarummikubbackgammon@bracknellu3a.org.uk
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Bracknell Forest u3a Ukulele Group
2nd and 4th Wednesday afternoon
We are a social group of beginners and improvers of the ukulele, meeting twice monthly. We strum all genres of music suited to the Uke and chosen by the members. We also play 'Gigs' periodically which is great fun. At the moment the group is full, but please get in touch, if interested, to be added to the waiting list.

Julia Millar / / ukulele@bracknellu3a.org.uk
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Bracknell Remote Control Car Club
Monday evening, 7-10pm
We race GT12 electric cars every Monday evening throughout the year (except some Bank Holidays). We run 2 championships each year - competitors must be club members and hold a BRCA license. Newcomers are welcome and cam borrow our club car for no charge.

Ian Masters / / membership@b-rcc.co.uk
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Bracknell Sling Library
Every four weeks on friday
We meet every four weeks on a Friday. Please see our Facebook page for dates. The aim of Bracknell Sling Library is to enable local parents to choose safe, ergonomic and comfortable baby carriers.

Catherine Metheringham / 07970 203257 / bracknellslings@gmail.com
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1st Birch Hill Brownies
Contact for details

Leigh Hill / 07900 568273 / go.girlguiding.org.uk/join-us/join-as-member
Community Baptist Church
Sunday morning, 10:30am
Community Baptist Church is a small, friendly, bible based, Evangelical church. We meet at the community centre every Sunday morning at 10:30am for our morning service, followed by tea and a chat. If you are looking for a place to worship Christ or want to find out more about the Christian faith, do come along and join us one Sunday morning or use the contact details below to find out more..

Jim Snowden / 01344 641334 / information@cbcb.co.uk
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Elite Wing Chun
Saturday morning, 10-12am Tuesday and Thursday evening, 8-10pm
Self-protection and Martial Arts Training. Regular Classes: Tuesday & Thursday 20:00 - 22:00. Beginners always welcome.
Advanced training held on Saturday for all regular students with appropriate experience.

John Brogden / 07552 182182 / john@elitewingchun.com
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Jolly Melodies Music Company Bracknell
Friday morning
I’m Sophie and one of my passions in life is to sing! I love music and everything it gives. I am a fun, easy going passionate person and love being a mum to my 3 crazy kids. All of this makes this the perfect job for me. I get to sing with little people and their special grown up and seeing them enjoy the classes and feeling the benefits music brings is the best feeling.
I run different classes depending on your child’s age. Jolly Babies is from newborn up to roughly 15 months. Jolly Toddlers is from 15 months, right up until they start school.

Click on Find Out More for information about my classes and how to book.

Sophie Studd / 07590 224195 / sophie.studd@thejollymelodiesmusiccompany.co.uk
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OffCuts Sewing
One Saturday of every month
We are a friendly group of sewing enthusiasts who meet from 1-5pm, one Saturday per month (excluding December), cost £8 per session. Get in contact for dates. Anyone interested in sewing clothes, soft furnishings, quilting, embroidering, knitting and crochet - in fact anything textile related is welcome. Bring your project, supplies (and sewing machine if needed) and your passion for sewing/crafting with like-minded people. We do not offer formal classes, but do help each other with advice, fitting, and constructive criticism. And there is plenty of chat about sewing (and other things) without getting that ' glazed eye' look from the other person.

Gabrielle Stanley / 07802 800276 / gabrielle.stanley@ntlworld.com
SingHealthy Community Choir
Wednesday Evening
Joining our choir couldn’t be simpler. We meet every Wednesday 7:30pm-9:30pm (Term Time Only) and you are more than welcome to attend any rehearsal and join in, or just sit at the back and take it all in. There is no pressure to sing and there are definitely no auditions! You won’t be made to stand in front of the group and do a solo to prove you can sing! If you would like to come join us, please feel free to attend any one of our sessions. The first week is free!.

contact1@singhealthy.co.uk
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Adult Dance Classes (Tap and Jazz/Lyrical/Theatre dance)
Thursday mornings
Tap Dance (various levels) and Jazz/Lyrical/Theatre dance (no previous experience required). Tempted to learn or return to dance? Want to have fun dancing to a range of styles and rhythms, challenging your mind and body and keeping fit in the process? Relaxed and friendly classes with ISTD qualified teacher.
Classes held at Birch Hill Community Centre (Thurs) and Bullbrook Community Centre (Weds). Click 'Find out More' or contact Elaine for details of taster classes, regular classes and holiday sessions.

Elaine / / dancenow9@aol.com
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Thames Valley Contemporary Textiles
Occasional Saturday afternoons
The Thames Valley Contemporary Textile group welcomes all with an interest in contemporary textiles – whether beginner, intermediate or professional. We exhibit as a group every other year. Meetings are varied: talks, workshops, discussing work. Cost: £10. Tea and coffee provided. Please bring a pack lunch. We meet 4 times a year on a Saturday from 11-4pm in January, May, September and November. Please see our website below for specific dates.

Jo Saunders / 07956 490751 / jesaunders@yahoo.co.uk
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The Active Weigh
Tuesday and Wednesday morning
The Active Weigh runs fun fitness classes for those who haven't excerised for a while or want to excerise at a lower impact level. We run two classes at Birch Hill Community Centre, Tuesday at 10am is our Fitness GOLD class, which is low impact excerise with some toning added. On Wednesday at 10am it's DanceFit, all of your "Strictly" favourites without a partner with some party dances thrown in. Great music and a friendly environment. Please email Ali for more information.

Ali Cannon / 07894 873784 / theactiveweigh@yahoo.com
Fitforall Tai Chi
Monday mornings
Free gentle exercises to improve balance, coordination, and muscle strength.

Steve Large / / steven.robertlarge@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
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Ahmadiyya Muslim Association

Artemis Studios

BADHOGS

Birch Hill Folk Group

Birch Hill and Hanworth Social Group

Bracknell Aquarist Society

Bracknell Forest u3a

Bracknell Forest u3a Bridge Group

Bracknell Forest u3a Family History

Bracknell Forest u3a Local History Group

Bracknell Forest u3a Digital Photography

Bracknell Forest u3a Rummikub, Canasta, & Mahjong

Bracknell Forest u3a Ukulele Group

Bracknell Remote Control Car Club

Bracknell Sling Library

1st Birch Hill Brownies

Community Baptist Church

Elite Wing Chun

Jolly Melodies Music Company Bracknell

OffCuts Sewing

SingHealthy Community Choir

Adult Dance Classes (Tap and Jazz/Lyrical/Theatre dance)

Thames Valley Contemporary Textiles

The Active Weigh

Fitforall Tai Chi