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Storyshop

Sarah Dunn — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:24:38 +0000

Our Storyshop continues through the summer. The next time we meet will be on Sunday 30th August at 4pm. As usual, we will meet in All Saints’, Compton.

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Benefice Service

Sarah Dunn — Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:22:46 +0000

Sunday 30th August will be the fifth Sunday of the month. This month, the service will be held at All Saints’, Hursley at 11am. Do come and join us as we worship together as a benefice.

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Otterbourne Summer Festival – Raffle results

Sarah Dunn — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:36:49 +0000

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our annual Otterbourne Summer Festival on Sunday 28th June 2026. We hope you enjoyed it as much as we enjoyed hosting it! For those who took part in our raffle, here are the winning ticket numbers:

Lainston House afternoon tea – 99

Boka Bars (box of 24) – 734

Bowman Ales – 1057

The Otter (Sunday roast) – 1207

The Otter (£50 voucher) – 810

The Otter (6 Otterfest tickets) – 338

Steamtown Brewery £15 voucher – 542

Dinks Pickleball Club gift card – 294

Padel Stars outdoor court booking – 168

New Forest Food Festival tickets – 384, 417, 724, 610

Places Leisure Eastleigh (family pass) – 913

Bay Leaves Larder voucher – 1514

The White Horse (lunch for 2) – 1097

Enjoy Dance voucher – 1135

The Charitable Baker (voucher) – 656

The Hampshire Florist (voucher) – 403

Wellington Park (ticket for 2) – 285

Hinton Ampner (family pass) – 318

Places Leisure Eastleigh (family pass) – 788

You can collect your prizes from St Matthew’s Church. Call the Benefice Office on 07925 078091 to arrange collection before 28/07/26.

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Parentalk

Sarah Dunn — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:17:22 +0000

Do you have a young person in your family that you struggle to talk to and understand? Are you worried about the stresses of parenting a teenager? Come and listen and share with other parents some of the stresses and conflict that arise when communicating with teens.

We are holding the event on Tuesday 12th May at 7.30 pm in Otterbourne

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Story Shop

Sarah Dunn — Tue, 21 Apr 2026 19:55:45 +0000

Our next Story Shop will take place on Sunday 26th April at 4 pm. We will gather at All Saints’, Compton with cookies and a drink.

Everyone will receive a warm welcome.

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Seated Yoga

Sarah Dunn — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:06:49 +0000

Starting on Tuesday 14th April, Vikki will be taking seated yoga classes in St. Matthew’s church room, Otterbourne. Classes will take place every Tuesday between 1-2 pm, If you would like to attend or like to know more, please email Vikki on vinyasawithvikki@gmail.com.

Everyone is welcome. Why not get fit while you sit?

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Oasis Christian Centre, Romsey

Sarah Dunn — Sun, 08 Mar 2026 14:33:12 +0000

Oasis Christian Centre is a charity-run business that has operated in Romsey since 1984. It sells a wide range of second-hand books, Bibles, cards, stationery, and much more.

This year, Oasis is holding its first ever Easter Egg Hunt. Drop in with your primary school aged children during the Easter school holidays, hunt for eggs, learn about the true Easter story and win a prize.

Also available at Oasis are The Real Easter eggs. These are Palm Oil free and the Original and Dark eggs are plastic free. Out of the 80 million Easter eggs sold in this part of the world every year, The Real Easter Egg is the only one which has an Easter story book in the box, is made of Fairtrade chocolate and supports charitable projects. Please continue to support your local Christian Bookshop.

Oasis can be found in Church Street, Romsey, SO51 8BT

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Storyshop

Sarah Dunn — Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:29:29 +0000

Why not come to share in our Story time for families and children?

This monthly gathering takes place on the fourth Sunday of each month at All Saints’ Church, Compton at 4 pm. You will be warmly welcomed as we share stories and faith, complete with hot chocolate, a cookie and plenty of fun.

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Welcome to Storyshop

Sarah Dunn — Thu, 15 Jan 2026 18:20:04 +0000

On Sunday 25th January at 4 pm, we are inviting families to come to All Saints’ church, Compton and join a family-friendly gathering where children (and grown ups!) can unwind snuggle in and hear a bedtime story.

Come just as you are – ready for bed is absolutely encouraged. Children can bring their favourite pillow, a beloved teddy or anything that helps them feel comfy as we settle down together,

We sip hot chocolate, nibble cookies and listen to a story told in the style of a classic bedtime tale – simple, warm and full of wonder.

Every session ends with a short bedtime prayer to help lead children to bed and guide us with kindness and peace. It’s a moment of calm in the middle of busy family life, offering parents and children a chance to breathe, bond and be blessed.

Whether you are new to church or have been part of the community for years, Storyshop is for you. Come and curl up, listen in and make a memory together.

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Appeal from Knit ‘n’ Natter for Ukraine

Sarah Dunn — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 14:32:10 +0000

There is an urgent appeal for hand knitted items for men and women to be donated to our local Knit ‘n’ Natter group. If you are able to give any help, donate or for more information, please contact either Gill in Otterbourne or Dawn, our Administrator. Many thanks

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