Melksham Organisations
Below is a list of local organisations in the Melksham area in alphabetical order with links below to each alphabetical group.
Where an organisation has Melksham in the title it will be listed under the first letter of the organisation itself i.e. Melksham Scouts would be under the letter S.
Contact names and addresses are listed and, where supplied, email and website addresses. The websites in these links will open in a new window. To return to this page close the new window.
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Wiltshire Army Cadet Force
Offers a wide range of training and activities for children aged between 12 - 18 3/4 years. Activities include low level military skills, First Aid, Adventure training, self reliance activity and community events, Although sponsored by MoD it is not a recruiting too for the forces.
Contact: Major M. Cray MBE, Wiltshire Army Cadet Force, Le Marchant Barracks, Franklyn Road, Devizes, Wiltshire, SN10 2FE.
Telephone: 01380 724114.
Website: www.wiltshirearmycadets.org
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Melksham Arts For All
Melksham Arts for All is a local project group which meets regularly to encourage residents within the Melksham Community area to take part in all forms of art by arranging events and workshops for people including painting, sculpting and photography as well as music and literature.
Contact: Marion Howard - 14 Roundponds, Melksham, Wilts SN12 8DJ.
Telephone: 01225 705887.
Website: www.melkshamartsforall.co.uk
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(2835) Melksham Sqdr Air Training Corps
The ATC are a modern, dynamic, sustainable air-minded organisation offering challenging opportunities. We foster a spirit of adventure to develop the qualities of leadership and citizenship. The ATC also promotes an interest in aviation and the RAF.
Contact: Flying Officer John Gillespie, 33, Lancaster Road, Bowerhill, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6SS.
Telephone: 01225 700979.
Website: www.2385sqnatc.co.uk
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Avon Valley Runners
West Wiltshire’s premier running club, with 200 members and competing at road, xc, fell and multi-terrain events across the region. We meet Wednesdays at Christie Miller Sports Centre – also in Trowbridge and Bradford on Avon.
Contact: Mr. Darren Wrintmore, 72A, School Lane, Shaw, Wiltshire, SN12 8EJ.
Telephone: 01225 703252.
Website: www.avonvalleyrunners.org.uk
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Beanacre Cricket Club
We have 4 adult teams playing in the Wiltshire cricket league and have a strong youth section with over 100 members. We have youth league cricket at U11, U13, U15 and have weekly training from April to September.
Contact: Mr Andy Footner, 18 Southbrook Rd, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8DT.
Telephone: 07751 448777.
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Berryfield Village Hall
The hall provides a venue for various local community groups. It is used by the Homework Club/Bingo and quiz nights, art club, Tara and Neighbourhood Watch meeting and other community events for bookings please contact Janet Clark.
Contact: Ms. Gillian Arbery (Secretary) & Janet Clark (Chair), 52, Berryfield Park, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6EE.
Telephone: 01225 790606 (Sec.) 01225 705313 (Chair).
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Bowerhill Ladies Group
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Telephone: 01225 704252
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1st Bowerhill Scout Group
Provide scouting for young people aged 6-18 years old.
Contact: Ms. Christine Broom 16 Mallard Close, Bowerhill, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6TQ.
Telephone: 01225 704168.
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1st Melksham Brownies
We help and encourage girls aged between 7-10 years old to develop to their full potential by offering a range of fun activities.
Contact: Mrs. Bev Viveash 4, Willow Close, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6UT.
Telephone: 01225 706558 / 07780 712644.
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Chaloner Masonic Lodge
Masonic activities.
Contact: Mr. Colin Parfitt, 3, Tamar Road, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8AZ.
Telephone: 01225 703625.
Website: www.chalonerlodge2644.co.uk
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Melksham Charities
Manage 5 Almshouses, issue grants from the New Hall fund to merited organisations within the Parish of Melksham. Issues small grants to needy individuals who are resident within the Parish of Melksham - more details on our website.
Contact: Mr. John McColl, 1, Rosebrook Gardens, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 7TS.
Telephone: 01225 700515.
Website: www.melkshamcharities.co.uk
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Chippenham and District Talking Newspapers
Produces and distributes local talking newspapers for the blind, those with sight impairment, or any form of reading difficulty. One of our editions being "The Melksham Talking Newspaper" covering Melksham and surrounding villages. Our other two free editions cover North Wiltshire.
Contact: Mr. Alan Scotford, 36, Marshfield Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 1JT.
Telephone: 01249 653712
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Christie Miller Moonrakers Womens' Indoor Bowls Club
Meets every Wednesday 10 - 12 and 1.30 - 3-45. Sept-April. We are affiliated to the English Indoor Bowls Association and have regular Tuesday match days, home and away, with coaches for away games. Coaching is available. Come and join our friendly club.
Contact: Mrs. Wendy Gaisford, c/o Christie Miller Sports Centre, Bowerhill, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN15 6QU.
Telephone: 01225 702826.
Website: www.geocities.com/c_m_moonraker
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Christmas Lights Committee
Purchase, construct, install and take down christmas decorations throughout the Town Centre hoping to help make Christmas in Melksham a special time.
Contact: Mr, Alan Weymouth, 32, Thames Crescent, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8BH.
Telephone: 01225 709214.
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Melksham Climate Friendly Group
Melksham Climate Friendly Group.
Contact: Mr Eddy Watts.
Telephone: 01225 704448.
Website: www.climatemelksham.co.uk
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Melksham Community Bus
Melksham Council of Community Service Community Bus
Contact: Please contact Melksham TIC
Telephone: 01225 707424
Website: www.mccs.org.uk
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Melksham Area Community Safety Group
The Melksham Area Community Safety Group came under the wing of Melksham 1st in 2005 and is an effective forum for airing concerns from the local community. With representation from Town and Parish Councils, Police, Selwood Housing Society, George Ward School, Youth Development and other local organisations, the group explores and agrees actions addressing these concerns.The group meets with Neighbourhood Policing Team every 3 months to plan ahead for the next 3 months. CSG meetings are held on a regular basis at the Town Hall and cobined CSG/NPT meetings are held in the Assembly Hall.
Contact: Mrs. Colin Goodhind, 1 Longford Road, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6DH.
Telephone: 01225 790872.
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Melksham Country Dancers
Meeting every Monday (except August) at The Riverside Club, Bath Road from 7.30 - 9.30pm. All forms of country and folk dancing enjoyed and led by two resident callers and occasional visitors.
Contact: Mr. Geoff Elwell, 3, Sarum Avenue, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6BJ.
Telephone: 01225 703650.
Website: www.communigate.co.uk/wilts/melkshamcountrydancers
Email: Via Website
Cooper Avon Bowls Club (Ladies)
Small friendly ladies club. Weekly roll-ups followed by coffee and a chat. All standards of play are catered for with ladies friendly games, 2 teams in leagues and mixed games at weekends. Coaching and entry to County competitions also available.
Contact: Mrs. Ann White, 32, Ashley Close, Whitley, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8RJ.
Telephone: 01225 708039.
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Cooper Tire Sports & Social Club
To promote good fellowship and provide a centre for physical and mental recreation and also to provide a place where suitable refreshments and amenities are available.
Contact: Mrs. E R Sims/Sammy Noonan, Melksham House, Market Place, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6ES.
Telephone: 01225 703265/357261.
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Craft Chat and Coffee
Contact: Mrs. Jenny Butcher, 11, St. Athan Close, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6XP.
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Melksham Town Cricket Club
Contact: Via Email or the Website.
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Website: www.melkshamtowncricketclub.co.uk
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Devizes & District War Games Group
Contact: Mr. Phillip Mackie, 39, Park Rd, Bowerhill, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6WG.
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Website: www.ddwg.org.uk
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Melksham Electronic Organ-Keyboard Club
Hold monthly concerts on 3rd Tuesday of the month (except December – 2nd Tuesday of the month). Professional artists are engaged providing music of all tastes. Concerts are held at Melksham Assembly Hall starting at 7.30pm. People of all ages are welcome, and children aged 16 and under are free.
Contact: Mrs. E. Hale, 103b, Top Lane, Whitley, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8QH.
Telephone: 01225 702110.
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Melksham Entertainment Group (MEG)
Put on entertainment for the people of Melksham and surrounding areas. Lots of 60's pop spectacular, but we try to fill a gap in entertainment which other groups fail to do.
Contact: Mr. Vic Oakman, 29, Loxley Close, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 7BB.
Telephone: 01225 705378/704187.
Website: www.megentertainment.net
Email: @.co.uk
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Melksham & District Flower Arrangement Society
Contact: Mrs. Sue Spurrier, 48 Longford Road, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6AU.
Telephone: 01225 707419.
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Melksham Freecycle
Melksham Climate Friendly Group - Part of a network of communities aimed at encouraging towns across Wiltshire to adopt a greener lifestyles and helping mitigate climate change. We meet on 1st Wednesday of every month at Spencers Club, Beanacre Road at 8pm. Everyone welcome - we are a friendly bunch! Melksham Freecycle - Open to all who want to "recycle" rather than throw away. It is a web-based group and is part of the Freecycle network which is run by Yahoo. Free to join. Free to use! It's all about reuse and keeping good stuff out of landfill.
Contact: Mrs. Jo Stoddart, 56, Portman Road, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8AW.
Telephone: 01225 899476 Mobile: 07766 950935.
Website: www.climatemelksham.co.uk
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Melksham & District French Twinning Association
Melksham Town is twinned with the Town of Avon, France by Charter signed by the two towns in 1980. The Twinning Association assists the town in fostering a good relationship between Melksham and Avon by organising exchange visits and contact with Avon. Hold monthly events of various types.
Contact: Mrs. Mary-Ann Pickett, 3 Rosebrook Gardens, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 7TS.
Telephone: 01225 703121
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Melksham Park Football Club
Melksham Park is an F.A. Chartered Club. It provides the opportunity for mixed ability football across age groups6 to 16. Teams play in the local Mid-Wiltshire League. The club is affiliated to the Wiltshire F.A.
Contact: Mr. Phil Chipper, 6, Tangmere Close, Bowerhill, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6XW.
Telephone: 01225 356307
Website: www.melkshamparkfc.co.uk
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Melksham Town Football Club
Provide social and recreational activities through the sport of football. We represent our town with more than 300 individuals involved. Men, women, boys and girls of ages from 6 upwards.
Contact: Mr. Mike Perrin, 80, Hazelwood Road, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6UX.
Telephone: 01225 704523.
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Melksham Gardeners' Society
Contact: Mrs. Teresa Strange, 46, Kenilworth Gardens, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6AF.
Telephone: 01225 344408.
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Meetings
Tuesday 3rd March 09
Simon Taylor – ex gardener of Bowood and Lacock Abbey, restoration of Rose Garden at Lacock and some of the first photographs taken by Fox-Talbot and Colin Bush – get your garden machinery ready for Spring, bring your secateurs for a sharpen.
Tuesday 31st March 09
Get the most out of your plot - Mike Burgess.
Tuesday 28th April 09
Nursery production – and nursery plants for sale - Emma Taylor, West Kington Nurseries.
Tuesday 26th May 09
Plant Swop.
Tuesday 30th June 09
Garden Friends and Garden Foes - Wiltshire Wildlife.
Sunday 26th July 09
Trip - to be confirmed – RHS Wisley.
August 09
No meeting.
Saturday 5th September 09
Annual Show.
Tuesday 29th September 09
To be confirmed - Chrysanthemums/Dahlias OR Compost OR a n other idea.
Tuesday 27th October 09
Apple Day – and other fruits, recipe ideas etc.
Tuesday 24th November 09
Wreaths/Christmas decorations/flower arrangements.
December 09
No meeting.
Tuesday 26th January 2010
Seed trials / seed ordering.
April 2010
- AGM.
Saturday 4th September 2010
Annual Show (Assembly Hall booked).
Melksham and District Girlguides
Contact: Ms. Rachel Weeks, 6, Catalina Court, Bowerhill, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6FA.
Telephone: 07814 361412.
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Grecophiles' Social Club
Social club for local Grecophiles to meet (8-9 times a year) to share Greek food, drink, music and to chat about favourite parts of Greece and all things Greek. DVD presentations, barbecues, restaurant meals or just a good sociable evening.
Contact: Ms. Sylvia Cook, 29A, Littlejohn Avenue, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 7AW.
Telephone: 01225 709907
Website: http://www.greekofile.co.uk
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Group Five
Collects unwanted furniture and household effects from the general public and redistributes them free of charge to needy families in West Wiltshire.
Contact: First Floor Ashton Mill, West Ashton Road, Trowbridge, BA14 7NT.
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The Happy Circle Day Care Centre
A group of elderly people from in and around Melksham who meet every Monday from 10.30am – 3pm at Rowley Place. Meet for friendship, support and most importantly lots of fun! Also have a lovely two course hot lunch, and many other treats in the year!
Contact: Ms. Tracy Hague, 50 The Common, Broughton Gifford, Melksham, Wiltshire,SN12 8NA.
Telephone: 01225 782910.
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Melksham & District Historical Association
Monthly meetings held 3rd Thursday. Jan - April Sep-Oct lectures in Melksham Assembly Halls at 7.30pm. May - July visits to local places of historic interest, assemble Church Street Car Park 6.30pm. Local History Centre. Church Street Roundhouse Tuesdays 10-4pm. Pictorial displays/archive material/artefacts/reference books and much more.
Contact: Mrs. Cathy Berry, Canon Hold Cottage, 25 Church Walk, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6LY
Telephone: 01225 707785
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King's Park Children's Centre
Contact: Ms. Alison Ancrum, King's Park Children's Centre, Lowbourne, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 7ED.
Telephone: 01225 793347.
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Melksham and District Link
Registered Charity providing pre-booked transport to medical appointments for patients of the Melksham Surgeries.
Contact: Mrs. Doreen Drew, 2, Trent Crescent, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8BE.
Telephone: 01225 703800.
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Melksham Music Club
Contact: Mr. Richard Jefferies, 2, Pine Close, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6JJ.
Telephone: 01225 702263.
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Melksham Netball Club
Training/Fitness - Mondays ( indoors) From Sept through to May 6.30pm - 8.00pm- Summer league June - through to Aug - All abilities welcome - Ages 15+
Contact: Ruth or JaneTelephone: 01225 700305 or 07812 129165
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The Melksham Pearlies
A husband and wife team who entertain throughout Wiltshire, Somerset, South Gloucestershire and surrounding areas. We wear pearly costumes and we sing many of the traditional Cockney and other songs. We perform for 60+ groups, W.I. Groups, clubs, birthday parties (i.e.: 100th) and other celebrations at their own venues. We give our profits to Wiltshire Air Ambulance.
Contact: Ms. Jeanette Nash, 3, Hurricane Rd, Bowerhill, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6SZ.
Telephone: 01225 790661.
Website: www.melksham-pearlies.co.uk
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PHAB
We meet fortnightly on a Wednesday 7.30 - 9.30pm at Bowerhill Village Hall, our aim is to promote and encourage people with and without physical disabilities to come together on equal terms to achieve complete intergration within the wider community.
Contact: Val Akers / Mrs. Barbara Wells, 4, Linden Grove, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6JA.
Telephone: 01225 704632/ 01225 651574.
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Probus Club
Luncheon club for professional and business men who are retired. Meets for lunch every 1st Tuesday of the month and normally have an after lunch speaker.
Contact: Mr. Peter Wornell, 5, Plane Tree Close, Whitley, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8RN.
Telephone: 01225 703517.
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Queensway Chapel Pre-school & Children's Centre
Offer care and education for children aged 3 months to 8 years. Our Highly qualified staff help and support the children's learning in our purpose built building.
Contact: Mrs. Kate Yeates/Mrs Linda Mence, Queensway, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 7LQ.
Telephone: 01225 351922.
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The Rachel Fowler Centre
Has been a community centre established in 1980, originally it was a Congregational Church and takes its name from Miss Rachel Fowler, a church benefactor. The centre is administered by volunteers, and the Main Hall and Sunday School rooms are available at reasonable rates. The centre Motto is "Cherish the Past" "Adorn for the Present" and "Construct for the Future".
Contact: Mr. David Bartlett, The Rachel Fowler Centre, Chapel Court, Market Place, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6EX.
Telephone: 01225 700060.
Website: www.rachelfowlercentre.org
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Rainbow Day Centre
Day Centre open from 9.30am-2.30pm, providing a much needed resource. A stimulating day includes various activities. We offer advice, support, information and social contact. Hot beverages and a hot home cooked meal provided, with accessible transport and disabled facilities.
Contact: Mrs. Pat Gillespie, 14, Queensway, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 7LA.
Telephone: 01225 706652 or Mon - Fri 07799 511931.
Website: www.melksham.org.uk/rainbow
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Riverside Club
Provides a venue for local organisations, particularly those with members aged over 60+. Organisations such as slimming club and folk dancing use the hall, which has a capacity for 60 persons.
Contact: Mr. Geoff Elwell, 3, Sarum Avenue, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6BJ.
Telephone: 01225 703650.
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Melksham Rotary Club
Rotary is an organisation that has been around for over 100 years. Interestingly it is not a British institution but in fact originated in America and is now International.
It's primary function is to help others, it's motto is "service above self" and like most mottos sets very high ideals, however we do raise money for local and international appeals as well as help people reach their potential.
If you like to help others then you will find many of a similar mind in Rotary and I am sure you will make strong friendships, in fact one of the best rewards for our work is the fellowship and friendship that you get from other members.
Please contact us via our Website:
Website: http://www.melkshamrotary.org/
Royal British Legion Women's Section
We promote the values of the Royal British Legion and Women's Section - raising money for our benevolent fund which provides support to wives, widows & dependents of the service and ex-service community. We try to identify those in need of support.
Contact: Mrs. J. Carter, 22b, Bratton Road, West Ashton, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 6AZ.
Telephone: 01225 828297.
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The Royal Airforce Association
We meet on the last Wednesday of the month 20:00 hours at Melksham House, Market Place. Old and new members welcome. Our Welfare Officer assist's RAF families with difficulties that can arise. We have a very active social calendar with talks, visits and meals out.
Contact: Mr. Anthony Horton, “Or Diwedd”, 43 Magister Road, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6FD.
Telephone: 01225 707514 Mobile: 07739 464697
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The Royal British Legion
Contact: Mrs. Julie Carter, 22B, Bratton Road, West Ashton, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 6AZ.
Telephone: 01225 762577.
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Melksham Scout Group
Local scout group.
Contact: Ms. Claire Neal, 1, Addison Road, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8DP.
Telephone: 01225 707287.
Website: www.melkshamscouts.com
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Melksham & District Skittles League
Contact: Mr. Ryland Richards & J Randall, 52, St Michael's Road, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6HN.
Telephone: 01225 708684/776745.
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Spencer Melksham Bowls Club
Plays League and friendly matches in Wiltshire. Also have an annual mixed bowls tour.
Contact: Mr. Dave Laws, 41, Conway Crescent, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6BD.
Telephone: 01225 702317
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Spencer Sports and Social Club
Spencer Sports and Social Club.
Contact: Mr. Tony Webb.
Telephone: 01225 702216
Website: www.spencersport.co.uk
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St Andrew's Mothers' Union
Mother's Union Group based at St. Andrews. Support for homes and families, for clergy and churches, reading out into community. Mutual encouragement and fellowship. Meets 3rd Wednesday of the month at 2.30pm at St Andrew's Church Hall.
Contact: Mrs. Freda Meggs, 16, Maple Close, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 7JP.
Telephone: 01225 705070
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St John Ambulance Melksham Unit
An active unit for youth and adults, providing training in many aspects of first aid, attending many public events throughout the year, in and around the community. The group provides an ideal opportunity to make new friends and learn new skills, but also to have fun whilst learning.
Contact: Mrs. Marie Kirton, 2 Chisel Brook, Calne, Wiltshire, SN11 9FF.
Telephone: 01249 817487.
Website: www.sia.org/wiltshire
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Melksham Tennis Club
Melksham Tennis Club.
Contact: Mr Eddy Watts.
Telephone: 01225 704448.
Website: http://www.melkshamtennis.co.uk
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Melksham Tourist Information Centre
Information on attractions, accommodation and travel throughout England, Soctland and Wales. Booking of National Express and local day trips.
Contact: Ms. Terri Welch, 32 Church Street, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6LS.
Telephone: 01225 707424.
Website: www.visit-melksham.com
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Townswomen's Guild
Contact: Mrs. Tricia Hoy, 64, Southbrook Road, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 8DT.
Telephone: 01225 704805.
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Melksham Trust - Buildings and Environment
Contact: Mr. Richard Wiltshire.
Telephone: 01225 708306.
Website: www.melkshamtrust.org.uk
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Melksham Volleyball Club
For all ages from 9 upwards. The club meets on Tuesdays from 7-9pm at Christie Miller Sports Centre. Several competitions for younger players during the season and older ones play in the League. Scouts for the South West Squad and possible England Juniors often look at players.
Contact: Ms. Pepi Grant, 21, Hornchurch Road, Bowerhill, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6AH.
Telephone: 01225 790578.
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Melksham W. I.
Our W.I. Is a very friendly group. We cater for as many of our members' interests as possible. We have groups in craft, poetry, theatre and dining out. We join with other local W.I.'s for meetings and outings. We attend County and National events all making for a very interesting W.I. life.
Contact: Mrs. Win Rose, 121, Queensway, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 7LQ.
Telephone: 01225 708546.
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West Wilts Credit Union
Community Credit Unions allow members to save together and seek loans at reasonable rates of interest. They are run by volunteers, regulated by the FSA and members are encouraged to be actively involved. Contact the Collection Centre at United Church, High Street, Melksham on Fridays 10.30-13.00.
Contact: Mr. Philip Toop, 2, Daisy Close, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6FY.
Telephone: 01225 709865.
Website: www.wwcu.com
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West Wilts Model Car Club
Organise meetings at Melksham Assembly Hall for radio controlled car racing - all welcome, any age or ability.
Contact: Mr. James Chappell, 6, Warminster Road, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 3PB.
Telephone: 01373 826962.
Website: www.wwmcc.com
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West Wiltshire Rail Users' Group
Fight for better rail service for West Wiltshire. WWRUG were pivotal in keeping the Waterloo service and attend and contribute to the work of Heart of Wessex Rail Partnership. 4 public meetings each year and 4 newsletters to members. Lobby FEW/SWT and MP's for improvements.
Contact: Mr. Bob Lee, Frog Cottage, 9A, Petticoat Lane, Dilton Marsh, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4DG.
Telephone: 01225 301183.
Website: www.wwrug.org.uk
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West Wilts Group of Ramblers Association
The West Wilts Group of the Ramblers Association usually provides 2 walks each week and walking holidays and weekends. Walks vary in length from 5 miles and usually on Wednesdays, Sundays & occasionally Saturdays. Details on National RA website.
Contact: Mrs. Elizabeth Weaver, 174A, Winsley Road, Bradford-on-Avon, Wiltshire, BA14 1NY.
Telephone: 01225 868091.
Website: www.ramblers.org.uk/walksfinder/
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Wilts and Berks Canal Trust
Contact: Mr. R. Jones, 117, High Street, Wootton Bassett, Swindon, SN4 7AU.
Telephone: 07852 285617.
Website: www.melkshamwaterways.org.uk
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Wiltshire Canoe Club
Canoe Club
Contact: Mr. Andy Lloyd, 4, Somerset Way, Semington, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 6LD.
Telephone: 01380 870842.
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Wiltshire Folk Association
Formed to promote, celebrate and develop all folk arts within Wiltshire. Acting as a liaison medium between organisations and assisting in activities.
Contact: Mr. Geoff Elwell, 3, Sarum Avenue, Melksham, Wiltshire, SN12 6BJ.
Telephone: 01225 703650.
Website: www.wiltsfolka.fsnet.co.uk
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Wiltshire Guild of Spinners, Weavers and Dyers
The Wiltshire Guild is made up of like minded people of all ages, who have an interest in preserving our craft. We meet once a month at Rode Willage Hall where we learn a skill and have visiting speakers, make lasting friendships and exchange ideas. We Will make you most welcome.
Contact: Mrs. Valerie Laverick, Springfield House, Main Street, Keevil, Wiltshire, BA14 6LU.
Telephone: 01380 870342
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Wiltshire Mind
Contact: Ms. Sally Scott, The People's Place, 107, Newtown, Trowbridge, Wiltshire, BA14 0BB.
Telephone: 01225 775770
Website: www.wiltshiremind.co.uk
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Wiltshire School of Gymnastics
Contact: Derek Phillips, Lysander Rd, Bowerhill Industrial Estate, Melksham, Wiltshire,SN12 6SP.
Telephone: 01225 793402.
Website: www.wiltsgym.co.uk
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Wiltshire Scrapstore & Resource Centre
We are a Registered Charity, which collects commercial scrap materials that would normally go to landfill, and use them in creative learning. We also have a craft shop, run workshops, host children's creative parties, produce die-cut shapes and run outreach sessions.
Contact: Ms. Tania Slade, Unit 5, Griffin Farm, Bowden Hill, Lacock, Wiltshire, SN15 2PP.
Telephone: 01249 730011.
Website: www.wiltsplay.org.uk
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Melksham Young Farmers
Educational and social youth organisation for persons between the ages of 10 and 26 years, who have an interest in the countryside and rural issues.
Contact: Mrs. Helen Darvill, YFC Office, Lackham College, Lacock , Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 2NY.
Telephone: 01249 446523.
Website: www.wiltshireyfc.co.uk
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