“St John’s – Always Growing Together”
At St John’s, fellowship and community is at the heart of what we do.
Our church is home to a wide range of activities and events that bring people together, offering opportunities for connection, support, and growth. Whether you’re looking to join in creative projects, lend a hand in service to others, or simply enjoy time spent with friends and neighbours, there’s something on offer for everyone.
Ploughman’s Lunches
The Ploughman’s Lunch is more of a feast than anything else. Enjoy a jacket potato with cheese or ham, along with a selection from our fresh salad bar. We also offer a variety of homemade desserts, paired with your choice of tea or coffee. At just £8 it offers not only great value but a chance to relax and enjoy the warm, welcoming atmosphere.
The Ploughman’s Lunch takes place in the Main Hall on the second Thursday of every month, from 12 to 1:15 pm.
For more information, contact John Whitehead at 01623 550929.
Sutton Melody
Sutton Melody (formerly Sutton Choral), has been a Choral Society since the early 1960s. They are a mixed choir which covers a wide range of music from religious and modern backgrounds.
We welcome any new member to come and enjoy the fun of singing and the challenge of trying out new songs.
Rehearsals take place on Monday evenings from 7-9pm.
Membership costs £10 per month, please contact Yvonne Hague at yvonne.hague@ntlworld.com or 01623 408391 for more details.
Sutton and District Organ Society
Established for over 40 years, Sutton and District Organ Society are an enthusiastic group of music lovers who always make any guests welcome.
Concerts take place on the second Wednesday of each month in the Worship Room, from 7-9:45pm. Entry costs £8 (£6 for members), which includes a hot drink and biscuits in the interval.
For more information please contact: 01623 517294 or suttoninashfieldorgansociety@gmail.com
Boys Brigade & Girls Association
St John’s is home to the 2nd Sutton-in-Ashfield Company of The Boys’ Brigade And Girls’ Association.
Members develop skills, build confidence, make friends, take responsibility and are encouraged to make a real difference in their communities – sharing the values that make us who we are.
Meetings are held on Fridays:
Anchors and Juniors (aged 5-11) from 6-7:30pm
Seniors (aged 11-19) from 7:30-10pm
Let’s All Eat – Community Food Club
Run by Academy Transformation Trust Further Education, Let’s All Eat is a not-for-profit community organisation which uses surplus food to fight food poverty. Lifetime membership costs only £1 and each weekly parcel (containing £12-15 worth of food) is £3.50
For further enquiries please contact 07867451424
The Food Club is held in the Main Hall on Mondays from 1-3pm.
Sutton Flower Club
We are a friendly group who share a love of the beauty of flowers and enjoy watching demonstrations from talented florists.
We meet in the Worship Room every second Thursday of the month (March – December) from 7-9pm.
Attendance costs £3 for members, and £7 for guests. Tea and Coffee is provided.
Please contact Joan Lawson for further details: 07376230106 or joan.lawson9@googlemail.com
Sutton Heritage Society
Sutton Heritage Society meets in the Community Room at 7.30pm on the second Tuesday in February to May and September to December. Most meetings include a talk by an invited speaker or one of our own members.
The aims of the society are: to promote the study of the local history of the Sutton in Ashfield area; to encourage the preservation of buildings, artefacts and other materials.
Visitors and new members are always welcome. Further details are on our website and Facebook. Our secretary, Marg Thorne can be contacted by email on margthorne@gmail.com.
Various other activities are held, including:
Craft & Chat
Meets each Monday from 2-4pm in the Community Room. Open to everyone, no matter what your craft.
Attendance costs £1 and includes tea/coffee and biscuits. Just turn up or contact Carole Southall – 07802732325.
Scrabble Group
Meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday from 2-4 pm.
The cost is £5 to include tea and biscuits.
For further details contact Sue Robinson – 01623 512607.
Zumba
Zumba classes are a fun and energetic way to get fit through incorporating both dance and fitness. Suitable for everyone.
Held every Tuesday from 7-8pm in the Main Hall.
For more information please contact 07943469340.
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