Windmill Hill Community Centre, Vivian Street

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We thought you may like to know a little more about Windmill Hill Community Centre, Vivian Street. It’s formed out of two old church halls that once belonged to St Michael and All Angels. When maintenance became an issue for the Church in 1972, the halls were leased for 25 years to the newly formed Windmill Hill Community Association. In 2000 a loan was taken out to buy the Community Centre from the Church. This loan was paid off at Christmas 2018, so the Community Centre now belongs to the Windmill Hill Community Association which has been a registered charity since 1997 (Charity No. 1066925).
The Community Centre has always been, and still is, run completely by volunteers, so any activities such as  decorating, maintenance, purchasing, organisation, bookings and security are all done by volunteers. We are always looking for people to give us a hand, so if you have any particular skills you think may be useful, please do let us know!
Should you wish to join as a member, this costs £12 a year (£18 for a family of 2 adults and children, £9 for a senior). You can complete a membership form at the bar whenever it’s open or mail us at membership@whca.org.uk. This membership allows you to purchase drinks at our bar as well as helping support the Community Centre financially. Our bar is open from 8.00pm every evening (6.00pm on a Tuesday and Sunday). The bar has a Club Premises Certificate to sell alcohol which only allows us to serve members. This is a different licence to pubs who have a Premises Licence so they can serve any member of the public who comes in. The upside of this is that we sell very reasonably priced drinks and have a carefully curated wine list! The profits from the bar all go back into the Community Centre.
As well as all the classes that are run here  (see below) we also have events run by volunteers such as the occasional board games night, book club, Christmas Party, New Years Party, Jazz night and a monthly quiz. The quiz is this Friday starting at 8.30pm if you’re interested! All details are on our Facebook page or website www.whca.org.uk
The large hall can be hired for events, and the small hall can be hired for meetings outside of bar opening times The large hall is a very popular space for children’s parties – we  have two 3-hour sessions at the weekends – 11am-2pm and 3-6pm for a very reasonable £65 which includes the use of the kitchen.
The large hall can also be hired with use of the bar for which a TEN (Temporary Event Notice) can be obtained so we are able to serve non-members. We are only allowed to have 15 of those in a year. Bookings enquiries can be made to bookings@whca.org.uk
Membership fees, hire charges and profits from the bar are the revenue which runs the Community Centre. We rely on the goodwill of volunteers and the continuing support of members, hirers and users of the classes to keep this old building going. It’s a daunting task sometimes but with the support of the community behind us we carry on looking to the future!
Best wishes and hope to see you soon!
WHCA Committee

Windmill Hill Community Centre, Vivian Street, Windmill Hill, BS3 4LW

Oct 2019

Post Natal Fitness Pilates – Mondays 10.30-11.30am – The aim for these classes are to make postnatal exercise accessible, fun, practical and sociable contact Sarah Langford on 07920408013

Brass Disciples Youth Band – Mondays 4.45-5.30pm for brass, woodwind and percussion players, aged 8-16. open to a range of standards but youngsters will need to be familiar with the notes on their instrument. Call in advance Lara on 07812 024396. Visit FB The Brass Disciples Youth Band

30 Min Fat Burn (HIIT) – Mondays 6.15 – 6.45pm & 6.15 – 6.45 Fridays – 30 Minutes of high intense interval fat burning training – contact Sarah Langford 07920408013

Bollywood Workout – Mondays 6.30-7.15pm An easy to learn Bollywood Dance class suitable for all levels and abilities To book contact Farrah on 07800 597718 .

South Bristol Wellbeing Choir – Mondays 7.30pm (except the 3rd Monday in month) All welcome . Term time only. Contact 07846248977

JumpFit  – Mondays 7.30-8.30pm Jump Fit is a fun and effective way to exercise and is suitable for all abilities.  Contact info@jumpfituk.com

Fitness Pilates – Tuesdays 6pm to 6.50pm -. Fitness Pilates helps strengthen the core and increase flexibility, as well as getting a general whole body workout. Contact Sarah Langford 07920408013

Boxercise – Tuesdays 7.00 – 7.45 Mix pad work with HIIT style workout to work all the muscles. Be prepared to punch all your stress away!  Contact Sarah Langford  – 07920 408013.

Martial Arts – Jeet  Kune Do – 8-9.30pm – Get fit and learn to protect yourself! – contact Paris on 07846687129 or at @backoff.club on Facebook

Childminders Playgroup – Wednesdays 9.15 to 11.30am. Friendly playgroup for toddlers and childminders  Contact  Suzie on 07977249664 

Post-natal Fitness – Weds 10.30 to 11.30am. Classes suitable for 6-10 weeks after birth and for all levels of fitness – Contact Sarah Langford  07920408013

Boys and Girls Brigade Association – Wednesdays  6-7.30pm – games, handicrafts and fun for ages 5-11. Contact Ian Brailey on 0117 949 1687

Woodcraft Folk Elfins – Thursdays 6.15 – 7.30pm. Games, singing, craft activities and outdoor activities. Contact first – Clare : cebathurst@yahoo.com –

South Bristol Wellbeing Choir – Thursdays 7-8.30pm All welcome . Term time only. Contact 07846248977

House Party Dance Workout –Thursdays 8-9pm HiiT dance in the dark! To book contact Farrah 07800 597718 .

Feel Good Friday! Fridays 9.30-10.30am Dance fitness class to get you ready for the weekend! £7 Drop in. Contact Farrah 07800 597718  for details

Fitness  – Fat Burning (HiiT) – Fridays 6.15-6.45pm 30 Minutes of high intense interval fat burning training which will create a fat burn up to 24 hours after exercise Sarah Langford on 07920408013

Fitness Pilates – Fridays 7-8pm -. Fitness Pilates helps strengthen the core and increase flexibility, as well as getting a general whole body workout. Contact Sarah  Langford 07920408013

Childrens  Events

Dragon Bird Theatre – Childrens theatre and play at 10am and 11.15am Thursday 3rd October see http://www.dragonbirdtheatre.co.uk/ for tickets

October WHCA Events

We will be a host to artists for Art on the Hill from 11am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday 5th & 6th October. There will also be performances during the day and the Nearly Unplugged concert in the evening 7.30pm to 10pm. Refreshments available during the day & hot meals in the evening. The bar will be open from 7pm.

Board Games night – all ages welcome, games supplied – watch out for next date on our website

Skittles – League matches certain Weds. Contact Martin either at the bar or email info@whca.org.uk.

Book Group – third Monday in the month – 21st Oct 8pm. All welcome. Contact Christine Higgott on 07901 874375.

Quiz Night and snacks – Friday 25th Oct – all welcome!

Jazz in the Bar on the third Sunday of the month – 20th Oct – Trad jazz with Mark Randall Quartet

Please see our website for up to date information:

www.whca.org.uk or find us on Facebook as Windmill Hill Community Centre

Regular activities are listed every month in The Pigeon – South Bristol’s free bulletin, but please check with the class contacts before attending in case of any changes.

Our bar is open Mon to Sat 8.00pm (Tues 6pm)  to 11.00pm and Sunday 6pm – 10.30pm for members and guests.***

*** Come along to any WHCA event  to find out more about Membership which is open to all in the neighbourhood. £12pa; £18pa family; £9pa pensioners- Everyone welcome! ***The halls are available for booking for events such as parties and childrens parties (large hall only), meetings or classes. To enquire about availability please email booking@whca.org.uk