Organised by the BeanandBoat cafe at Thornton reservoir.
Elf Hunt – Thornton reservoir.
Markfield and Thornton theatre group
Proudly present ….
Our next production is fast approaching. From 21st- 24th January 2026 we will be performing three one act plays by David Tristram, one of the UK’s most popular comedy playwrights.
The plays revolve around four members of the Little Grimley Amateur Dramatics Society. Gordon, the pompous chairman always coming up with solutions to save the group from folding. Margaret, who sees herself as a budding actress. Joyce, whose naivety often makes her the target of ridicule, and Bernard, the brash and coarse handyman who does not mince his words.
The first play is ‘The Fat Lady Sings in Little Grimley’, in which a rival drama group threatens their survival, forcing them into a chaotic showdown. Then, desperate to boost ticket sales, they mash together every reality-TV craze they can think of – resulting in the disastrous “Little Grimley Presents Strictly Sex Factor (On Ice.)” And finally, they find themselves tangled in suspicion, as their latest production hits dangerously close to home in “Murder in Little Grimley”.
For this production the tables will be arranged in cafe style so feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks. Seating will be limited so if you are interested please ring Anne on 01530 469714 / 07450137182 or order via email a.s.a.p. Tickets are priced at £8.
Please note that occasional coarse language is used.
We hope to see you in the new year.
Charlotte (Group Secretary)
Celebration of Angels
Celebration of Angels – only 2 weeks away
Closing date for entries – Saturday 6th December – send to Mary Gibson at 232 Main Street, Thornton.
Download your entry form here ..
Or collect from the Corner shop.
This year we are celebrating angels at St Peter’s church, Thornton during the weekend of 13th and 14th of December.
You are invited to help us in this venture by creating your version of celebrating angels in whatever medium you choose. It could be decorating a Christmas Tree with angels, paper chains of angels, mobile of angels, knitted angels – anything that is angelic.
Prizes will be awarded to the best in three different categories as judged by the people visiting the celebration during the weekend.
Prizes will be given out after the Carol Service which will take place at 6pm on Sunday, 14th December.
Fieldhead Hotel – Sunday quiz night
A great night out with a fun quiz, in a lovely friendly atmosphere, involving darts and playing cards (?!?) … Cash prizes.
Raising funds for Macmillan’s.
Bricklayers Arms, Thornton
7.30pm Friday 5th December
Govannen – they’re back ..
By popular demand Govannen are back in Thornton in June 2026.
They will be playing at Thornton Community Centre on Friday 26th June as part of a big fund-raising weekend for the Centre.
Space is limited at the Centre, so to avoid disappointment – email thorntonvillage@aol.com to reserve your tickets now.
Looking for the perfect Christmas present? Why not treat your loved ones to tickets and give them something to look forward to in the summer.
Thanks to local residents – McSmith Events – we are now able to offer a licensed bar for Centre events.
Who are Govannen?
Govannen – are one of the best Celtic music bands in the UK, blending jigs & reels with traditional & contemporary Irish songs. They celebrated 30 years together in 2024.
Concerts – a Govannen concert is a special mix of traditional & contemporary music & songs, delivered with good humour.
Ceilidhs & Barn Dances – Govannen are the perfect choice for ceilidhs and barn dances for weddings, functions and parties, where the emphasis is on fun.
Albums – Ranging from atmospheric Celtic chill-out music to live pub recordings, Govannen have sold over 10,000 albums worldwide. Two of their albums have won awards in the USA.
“Govannen play with passion, artistry and an easy going good humour, each in good measure for a night to remember” – Time Out
Govannen –
Dan Britton – vocals, guitar, bodhran
Adele McMahon – violin, vocals
Chris Conway – keyboards, Irish whistles, vocals
Roger Wilson – violin, vocals
Neil Rabjohn – percussion, vocals.
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Ray Jane – dance caller, flute, tin whistle
This will be their fourth visit to Thornton – the band loves playing here, and always receive a very warm welcome. They are delighted to be instrumental in helping to raise much needed funds for the centre.
The next major works is the replacement of the 52 year old central heating system in the Main Hall, the old pipework has begun to spring leaks under the main hall wooden floor – big money required!
Thornton Artisan Festival – Saturday 27th and Sunday 28th June 2026
Preparations are being made to follow the Friday evening event with the first Thornton Artisan Festival, hopefully to become an annual event to replace the old Thornton Carnival.
The Thornton Artisan Festival 2026 will be a two-day community celebration (12 midday to 5pm) showcasing the best of local creativity across art, photography, sculpture, craft, and food; with a strong emphasis on local artists, crafters and food producers; interspersed with entertainment for all.
If you have any ideas or would like to be involved please contact us on … thorntonartisan@gmail.com
Bricklayers Arms – Thornton
Thornton Xmas Craft & Food Fayre
At the recent annual fayre there were 20 stall holders of food and crafts at the Community Centre raising funds for St Peter’s Church.
There were 9 fund-raising stalls put on by FOSP (Friends of St Peter’s) which included Santa.
On a dreadful wet and cold day it was pleasing to see that nearly 200 people attended the fayre over a four hour period.
Thank you everyone who supported such a worthy cause.
A total of £1322.35 was raised towards the upkeep of the church.
Thornton Tea with a Twist
This Wednesday, 26th November, is Tea with a Twist, 2 to 4 pm at the Community Centre. Hope you are able to join us for a happy afternoon.
Let us know if you need a lift.
Love to you all.
The Team
xx
Thornton 
