Libraries & Heritage

• Reference and Information Services
• Local Family and History Resource Services
• Tourist Information
• Mobile Library Service

• Home Library Service
• CD's and Cassettes
• Newspapers and Magazines
• Homework Collections

• IT Zone including Internet Access
• Video Service
• Photocopying and Fax Services
• Adult Basic Skills Collection

Telephone: 01827 712395
Fax: 01827 720285
Email: atherstonelibrary@warwickshire.gov.uk

LOCAL ORGANISATIONS

ATHERSTONE CIVIC SOCIETY
Formed in 1990 to stimulate interest in, and action for, the improvement of the environment throughout the Atherstone area. By monitoring all planning applications for the area, and consulting with district councils: undertaking small environmental improvement projects; participating in forums which relate to environmental matters; speaking out for the environment and for our built heritage; joining with similar groups within the West Midlands in the amenity societies own federation, MASA; arranging talks and visits; raising funds for environmental projects.

Contact:
Judy Vero, Honorary Secretary, Grendon Lodge, Atherstone, Warwickshire, CV9 1BA.
Telephone 01827 712250.


ATHERSTONE NATURAL HISTORY SOCIETY
Meetings 3rd Wednesday of the month, September to May- at Trinity Church, Coleshill Road, Atherstone. Visiting speakers cover a wide range of topics, most with slides. Walks in the summer season - May to July, mainly local.

Contact:
Alan Lunt 02476 392691
Sue Naylor 01827 713726


FRIENDS OF ATHERSTONE HERITAGE
A registered charity which provides support for local heritage and the establishment of suitable "space" in which to display local heritage. The Friends have taken a two-year lease on White Hart House, Long Street, Atherstone (opposite the new Co-op).
The building itself has a long history as a pub and hotel serving the town and it is hoped that now that the original front door is open it will serve the town once more as a focus for local art, Heritage and Community activities.

Contact:
Lorna Dirveiks, telephone 01827 713191.


NORTH WARWICKSHIRE CVS -
An umbrella organisation to help voluntary and community groups in North Warwickshire.
Telephone 01827 718080

Grass Routes 2000 - NWCVS
project to help, advice and support for voluntary organisations for setting up and training.
1st Floor, Community House, Coleshill Road, Atherstone, Warwickshire, CV9 1BN.
Telephone 01827 716203

New Ideas - NWCVS
project to help advise groups and people in Warwickshire with learning difficulties.
Telephone 01827 713045

Carer Support Project - NWCVS
project to support the carers of people in North Warwickshire.
Telephone 01827 720544

Rural Transport Brokerage- NWCVS
project which brokers mini-buses between organisations that have one and community and voluntary organisations that need one together with a driver.
Telephone 01827 717072

Millennium Volunteers - NWCVS
project to encourage young people to volunteer.
Telephone 01827 711102

FUSION - NWCVS
project to give information and advice to young people in Atherstone and on an outreach basis around North Warwickshire.
Telephone 01827 711146

Beeline Community Transport -
organises transport for people unable to travel to hospitals, clinics, doctors etc. using volunteer drivers and their cars.
Telephone 01827 717074

TWYCROSS ZOO ASSOCIATION
Twycross Zoo opened to the public in 1963. Since its inception, the zoo has doubled in size and currently maintains about 200 species of animal. Famous for its Primate collection and breeding programmes, the zoo has been a registered charity since 1972.

The Twycross Zoo Association (T.Z.A.) was formed in 1972 and has the following aims:

• To promote an interest in wildlife and its conservation.
• To bring together people who are interested in animals.
• To circulate news and information about zoos.
• To support the work of Twycross Zoo and associated projects.

THE ARTS

ATHERSTONE CHORAL SOCIETY
Atherstone Choral Society formed 25 years ago and is now one of the finest and with over 100 singers is one of the largest mixed amateur choirs in the Midlands. The present Director, Lt. Col (Retd.) P.R. Evans first conducted the Society in 1987 in his capacity as Director of Music, Band of the Corps of Royal Engineers.
The Society's reputation and musical strength is gained from the very wide repertoire it performs, be it Bach to Beatles; ancient to modern; oratorios with full orchestra and some of Britains finest singers as soloists to unaccompanied madrigals; with piano or Military Band.
For further information on the Society, contact:
Jan Jones, 74 Goodere Drive, Polesworth, Tamworth, Staffs. B78 1BZ.

Atherstone Chorale Society
Meet at Trinity Church, Coleshill Road, Atherstone on Monday evenings from 7.30pm.
Contact: Jenny Wallace 024 76312310

Atherstone Arts Circle -
meet every Thursday afternoon from 2.45-4.45pm in Community House, Trinity Church, Coleshill Road, Atherstone. New members welcome. Bring your own materials, please. A small charge is levied to cover the cost of facilities.
Contact Jan Scales 01827 715509.

Atherstone Dramatic Society -
All new members welcome, either for acting, or as a member of the staging team.
Contact Sheila Wood 01827 712062

Atherstone Operatic Society -
New members always welcome
Contact David Hayes 01675 542317

Atherstone Theatre Workshop -
for details on shows or workshop sessions,
contact Eileen Barrs 01827 714125

Coleshill Drama Group
Contact:
Publicity officer, Sue Young 01675 465347.

Company Of The Curtain
Contact Peter Ryder 0121 7470057

Face To Face
Launched in 1997 Face To Face "The North Warwickshire Mining Project" aims to provide arts opportunities for communities in North Warwickshire. For more information, contact:
Steve Harris on 01827 715945 or 0973 815527.

Warwickshire Wildlife Trust
Brandon Marsh is set in 200 acres of unspoilt countryside, just 15 minutes from the centre of Coventry and within easy reach of all parts of Warwickshire and neighbouring counties. From County Craft Demonstrations to Jazz Barbeque Evening, Plant Sales to a host of Wildlife Workshops and Family Wildlife Events - there's something for everyone through the Spring and Summer months at Brandon Marsh.
Open daily Monday to Saturday 9am-5pm. Sunday 10am-4pm.
Brandon Marsh Nature Centre, Brandon Lane, Coventry CV3 3GW.
Telephone 024 76 302912.

BULLETIN BOARD

ATHERSTONE POOL
Atherstone Pool has been closed for refurbishment. The pool will be closed for approximately 12 months, therefore the estimated re-opening date is likely to be around July 2001.

TRANSPORT & TRAVEL
Timetable Enquiries - Warwickshire Traveline - 01926 414140

KIDDIES GROUPS

LITTLE PUMPKINS
Ratcliffe Youth & Community Centre, (Parries), Ratcliffe Road, Atherstone Every Thursday 1.00pm-3.00pm
Tel: 01827 714721


MINI LEARNERS PLAYGROUP
Coleshill
Tel: 01675 462428

ST MARY'S POP IN CENTRE
Held in the Youth Centre at the back of St Mary's Church, Market Square Atherstone
Every Friday 10.30-12.00pm
£1.30 per family
Everyone Welcome
Tel: Helen Carse on 01827 711583 for details

TOPSY TURVEY 2000
PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUP every Thursday in Witherley Parish Room. 10.30-12.00 noon
£1.50 per child includes tea/coffee, juice & biscuits


MANCETTER PARENTS & CHILDREN PROJECT
Stay & Play, Mancetter Memorial Hall
Mondays & Wednesday 10.00-11.30am



TWYCROSS PARENT & TODDLER GROUP
Twycross Village Hall, Twycross Every Tuesday, 1.30pm-3.00pm
£1.00 per family


MADHATTERS MOTHER & TODDLER
Parries, Ratcliffe Road, Atherstone
Every Monday, 10.30-12.00pm
£1.20


TUMBLE TIME
Atherstone Memorial Hall
For children 1-5 years Monday 10.00am-11.30am & Thursday 10.00am-11.30am
Tumble Time is a fun packed session for children and their parents! Specialist equipment, including soft play animals. Climbing frames and bouncy castle are used to improve balance and co-ordination.
Tel : 01827 719356

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