Friends

The first phase refitting of the kitchen in the Olde Barn is now complete.  Most of the work to fit the units was carried out by our Caretaker / Handyman with just a couple of volunteers from time to time.

The results are stunning, we now have an hygenic practical work space.

 

 

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Cheshire Fitcamp donates to GYCA

by gyca on 11/11/2011

Matthew Ruffley of Cheshire Fitcamp has been running a one month series of classes to raise money for gym equipment for the GYCA. Participants have worked hard at a fitness and fat loss workout program, three sessions a week for the past few weeks and can now see the results.  All the money paid to take part has been donated to the GYCA to aid with the refurbishment of our gym / sports hall. If you missed the first round of classes,  Matthew is now continuing with his classes both early in the morning and early evening three times a week.  Please contact Matthew for further information 01925 748474

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Grappenhall Tree Lighting Ceremony

Santa's Visit in 2010

Come and join us at Grappenhall Community Centre at 5pm on Saturday 26th November when Father Christmas will pay us a special visit to turn on the lights on our Christmas Tree.

Mulled wine, soft drinks and mince pies will be available, as well as our licensed bar.

After the ceremony, for just £3 children can visit Santa in his grotto, where he will listen to their Christmas wishes and present them with a small gift.

 

 

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Refit of the Kitchen in the Olde Barn

19 August 2011

We have at last made a start on refurbishing the tired kitchen in the Olde Barn at the Community Centre, we secured a small grant for a new cooker and the ‘Friends’ raised extra funds to enable us to purchase a fantastic new Range Cooker as well as a commercial catering sink.  The walls in [...]

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Grappenhall Village Fete – Saturday 3rd September 2011

12 August 2011

Grappenhall Community Centre is gearing up for the 2011 Grappenhall Village Fete which will be held on Saturday 3rd September. The fete will officially be opened shortly after 11am by the Mayor of Warrington, Councellor Mike Biggin. With over 35 indoor stalls including, crafts, gifts and food, plus outdoor stalls and rides for the children, [...]

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The 15th Grappenhall Beer Festival was a Sell Out!

24 May 2011

The 15th Annual Grappenhall Beer Festival took place on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th May 2011 and we are delighted to be able to report that it was a sell out! Friday night was the night for serious Real Ale lovers with Cask Ales ranging from an easy drinking 3.8% ABV up to the wopping 6% [...]

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Royal Wedding Celebration Family Fun Day

23 April 2011

The Grappenhall Community Centre  hosted a Family Fun Day to celebrate the Royal Wedding in conjunction with the local Scout Group. Families were queuing to get the best seats and the Olde Barn was packed with well wishers for the Royal Wedding, the summer sunshine held and following the televised service everyone enjoyed the hot [...]

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The 15th Annual Grappenhall Beer Festival

3 February 2011

Grappenhall Youth and Community Association are excited to be able to announce the 15th Annual Grappenhall Beer Festival will take place on Friday 13th and Saturday 14th May 2011 with over 30 Real Ales and Ciders and live Music on both evenings this is set to be another sell out. If you would like to [...]

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Refit of the Kitchen in Olde Barn

25 January 2011

The kitchen in the Olde Barn is in dire need of updating and a  design is in place to enable us to have a brand new kitchen area together with a designated storage room and hopefully longer term a Café Area at the rear. (April 2011) This project  has now moved on and the Association has received [...]

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Grappenhall Village Fete September 2010

9 October 2010

The re-opening of the Grappenhall Community Centre in 2010 was marked by a traditional Village Fete. Held on Saturday 4th September, the fete was opened by our President, Bill Williams along with ‘Woolfie’ from Warrington Wolves and Cllr Mike Biggin from Grappenhall and Thelwall Parish Council. The weather was kind and the event attracted not [...]

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