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Free genealogy websites will help you start your family history research at no cost as listed by the 'Who Do You Think You Are' magazine.
Kitchen Refurbishment
Memorial Hall kitchen is now completely, and expertly, refurbished by Neil,Batty Builders Ltd as a result of a grant awarded by the National Lottery's 'Reaching Communities' fund.See also the equivalent
Amy Woodforde-Finden
A highly successful composer of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, Amy Woodforde-Finden, together with her husband and step-son, is laid to rest in the churchyard of St Thomas à Becket Parish Church. Inside the church there is an impressive marble monument of her, created by the renowned sculptor George Edward Wade. It was unveiled in 1923 and a few years later, Finden Gardens in Hampsthwaite was named in her honour.[Click on title or image to link to articles]
Amy Woodforde-Finden Centenary Events (1)
Amy Woodforde-Finden : re-enactment of her memorial unveilingA wreath was laid on the white marble recumbent figure of Amy to mark the centenary of its unveiling in April 15th 1923. Click on images to open full-size in new window and use the Browser back arrow to return to here.
Amy Woodforde-Finden Centenary Events (2)
Amy Woodforde-Finden : 'An Evening with Amy'A centenary concert to celebrate the life and works of Amy was held in Hampsthwaite Memorial Hall on April 21st 2023 Click on images to open full-size in new window and use the Browser back arrow to return to here.
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Shaun Wilson's Collection of Newspaper Cuttings pertaining to Hampsthwaite Village:Index:Abattoir | Auctioneers | Boundary | Bowling | Bridge-River | Britain in Bloom | Brownies | Buildings | Chapel | Christmas Fair | Church | Dale Hall | Farming | Hampsthwaite Fashion Show | Feast-Show | Fundraising | General | Incidents | Joiners Arms | Fishing Club | Memorial Hall | Mile | Miscellaneous | Neighbourhood News | Parish Council | People | Play Group | Players | Play Scheme | Policing | Post Office | Reading Room | Residential | School | Sport | Surgery | Village Society | Wednesday Group | WI | Young Wives
Hampsthwaite Memorial Hall What Next?
PLEASE HELP - YOUR SUGGESTIONS ARE NEEDED URGENTLYWe are seeking ideas for how we might extend the facilities at the Memorial Hall. We are clear there is a need for better storage of some items and an enhancement of back-stage facilities to support our excellent Drama Productions.
Local Newspaper Cuttings - Hampsthwaite Britain in Bloom
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Places to meet in Hampsthwaite

Meeting halls, sports clubs, pubs and places of worship in Hampsthwaite

Details of places are given in good faith.
Email : places@hampsthwaite.org.uk to suggest amendments or additions.

Village Halls and Community Centres

Link to http://www.hampsthwaite.org.uk/memorialhall

Hampsthwaite Memorial Hall

Available for wedding receptions, private parties and events. Good car-parking, kichen facilities, and a well equipped stage.

Email: Bookings@hampsthwaite.org.uk for bookings

Village Room

Available for meetings, coffee mornings and small parties.

Tel : 01423 770332 for bookings

Pubs and Restaurants

Joiners Arms

Lunches, snacks, evening grills Wed/Thurs/Fri/Sat and Traditional Sunday Lunch
Restaurant space available for meetings Monday and Tuesday evenings by arrangement with licensee.

Address: High Street, Harrogate, HG3 2EU
Tel : 01423 771673
FaceBook: www.facebook.com/Joiners-Arms-1417857458467351

Link to https://www.sophiesbedandbreakfast.co.uk/

Sophie's Coffee Shop, Delicatessen and Pizzeria

Breakfasts, Freshly Ground Coffee, Lunches, Afternoon Tea & Cakes
High Street, Hampsthwaite, HG3 2ET

Monday 10.00 to 5.00 (4.00 from November to March)
Tuesdays closed Wed to Sat 9.30 to 5.00 Sun 10.00 to 4.00
Enjoy a meal in our garden!

Tel: 01423 779219
Email: sophie@thecoffeeshop2010.co.uk
Web : www.sophiesbedandbreakfast.co.uk
FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/Sophies-Coffee-Shop-and-Bistro-Hampsthwaite-280954785403417/

Schools

Link to https://www.hampsthwaite.ycst.co.uk/

Hampsthwaite CE Primary School

Headteacher Mr. Andrew Phoenix

Tel : 771336)
Email : admin@hampsthwaite.n-yorks.sch.uk

Churches

Link to http://www.stthomasabeckethampsthwaite.org.uk/index.html

Church of St Thomas a'Becket

For Baptisms, Weddings and Funerals contact: the Reverend Suzy McCarter

Email: suzy.mccarter@leeds.anglican.org
Tel: 01423 772638 (between 9am and 9pm)