Greyfriars Community Centre

Greyfriars Community Centre Greyfriars is Ringwood's Community Centre. Over 100 clubs and societies meet here. We have a regular events calendar and offer room hire. Come and say hello!
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We are home to Ringwood’s largest second hand book shop! The Greyfriars page is about capturing the spirit and energy of Ringwood's Community Centre. There is always so much going on! From Judo to crochet, painting to local history, antiques to table tennis. The list is endless, whether for pleasure and leisure or new learning, such a language. Please follow Greyfriars on Facebook and lik

e us! That way you will get regular updates of what we are up to and hopefully some activities and events will make you feel you want to join in.

Just 6 weeks to go before the Greyfriars Summer Book Sale & Craft Fayre.Browse thousands of books for adults and childre...
21/06/2026

Just 6 weeks to go before the Greyfriars Summer Book Sale & Craft Fayre.

Browse thousands of books for adults and children, from bestsellers and classics to hidden gems waiting to be discovered. You'll also find a fantastic selection of craft stalls, offering unique handmade gifts and creations.

And don't forget to visit our popular Pop-Up Café for refreshments while you shop and explore!

Whether you're a book lover, bargain hunter, or simply looking for a fun day out, there's something for everyone.

Saturday August 1st. 9.00 - 1.00
We can't wait to see you there!

New Forest Thrive festival is happening again this year on Saturday 4 July!
21/06/2026

New Forest Thrive festival is happening again this year on Saturday 4 July!

Ringwood Kerbside Freecycle is BACK! By popular demand, it’ll soon be time for an early summer rummage!Greening Ringwood...
20/06/2026

Ringwood Kerbside Freecycle is BACK!

By popular demand, it’ll soon be time for an early summer rummage!

Greening Ringwood is thrilled to announce the return of its popular kerbside freecycle event giving everyone the perfect opportunity to declutter their home or find some hidden treasures—all for free.

WHEN:
Date: Sunday 5th July 2026
Between: 10.00am and 4.00pm

WHERE:
Ringwood and surrounding villages. On your own driveway/ porch / garden

HOW IT WORKS:
- Declutter your house, shed, or garage.
- Put your unwanted (but usable!) items out on the kerbside for neighbours to take away.
- Keep usable items out of landfills and help build a stronger, more sustainable community.

Sale of goods PROHIBITED.

WANT TO TAKE PART?
To be included on the official map and let people know where to find your items, you'll need to register!

Email your name, address, and postcode to:
[email protected]

Let’s get more folk in Ringwood reusing and recycling!

THIS SUNDAY... Celebrate the father figure in your life with an afternoon that all friends and family will love! Emma an...
19/06/2026

THIS SUNDAY... Celebrate the father figure in your life with an afternoon that all friends and family will love!
Emma and Ian from Ringwood-based mobile catering company Idelica love setting the stage for Spanish fiesta & siesta vibes, and from 12.30pm on Sun 21 June, our Lawn will once again be THE place for tasty paellas & tapas, cheeky cervezas & sangrias and live Latin soul guitar music. Please bring picnic seats or mats if you can - onsite seating is prioritised for those with limited mobility. Visit the Idelica website and click on the 'Paella on the Lawn' tab to register by Jun 20, 2026, the day before the event. This will help forecast numbers and to say thank you Idelica will give you £1 off any standard paella portion on the day. And for a brief taste of what to expect, watch the short video from Paella on the Lawn in June 2025 visible on the registration tab available on the link below.
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/.../2183d8e3-048b

Did you know we hold French Lessons here at the centre?Ranging from beginner lessons right through to advanced conversat...
18/06/2026

Did you know we hold French Lessons here at the centre?
Ranging from beginner lessons right through to advanced conversation...
We have the wonderful Tim come along from Fantastique French.
And this is what he has to say.

'Bonjour!
Je m'appelle Tim Robins. J'ai 48 ans, et j'habite près de Bournemouth dans le Sud de l'Angleterre...
My love of languages, and French in particular, started at school and continued through to university, where I studied Law and French. I spent the third year of my degree studying French law at the University of Nantes in western France.
After graduating, I trained and then practised as a solicitor for a number of years before changing direction in April 2013 and starting to tutor French. There are two main reasons why I enjoy teaching:
It's rewarding. I really like to see my students grow in confidence and enjoyment as their French language skills improve - when they string a sentence together for the first time, for example, or finally "get" how the subjunctive works.
It's interesting. Every one of my clients is different and has their own reason for learning French. I find this variety very refreshing and it makes teaching each of my students a unique and enjoyable experience.
Since setting up a few years ago, my French tuition business has grown to the point where it is now a full-time (6 days a week) job. My passion for languages has become my livelihood! '

If you are interested in attending a class please do take a look at Tim's website:

https://fantastiquefrenchtuition.co.uk/
Fantastique French Tuition

A date for your diaries ladies and gents. Join us here at Greyfriars for a fundraising night to remember....We have Ray ...
17/06/2026

A date for your diaries ladies and gents.

Join us here at Greyfriars for a fundraising night to remember....
We have Ray Foster here Live to help us fundraise for our Community Café Project and we are very much looking forward to it.

Here Friday 16th October from 7pm.
Tickets are just £15.00 and a bar and food will be provided.
Do not miss out!
We look forward to seeing you there!
Check out Ray's page here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1BLEqSATNT/

Our lovely Gina has rebranded!Presenting.. Forest Edge Tai Chi.'All our qigong and tai chi chuan classes are taught for ...
16/06/2026

Our lovely Gina has rebranded!
Presenting.. Forest Edge Tai Chi.

'All our qigong and tai chi chuan classes are taught for their health benefits. Flowing, low-impact forms build balance, strength, deepen the breath and quiet a busy mind — without special clothing, pain or strain.

Our classes are small, welcoming and relaxed. Whether you're recovering mobility, looking for a gentler kind of fitness, or simply want an hour of stillness in your week — you'll find your place here.
✓ Better balance & posture
✓ Gentle on the body whilst building strength
✓ Ease stress & breathe deeper
✓ Any age, any fitness.'

Head to https://www.forestedgetaichi.co.uk/ for more information.

THIS SUNDAY... Celebrate the father figure in your life with an afternoon that all friends and family will love! Emma an...
15/06/2026

THIS SUNDAY... Celebrate the father figure in your life with an afternoon that all friends and family will love!

Emma and Ian from Ringwood-based mobile catering company Idelica love setting the stage for Spanish fiesta & siesta vibes, and from 12.30pm on Sun 21 June, our Lawn will once again be THE place for tasty paellas & tapas, cheeky cervezas & sangrias and live Latin soul guitar music. Please bring picnic seats or mats if you can - onsite seating is prioritised for those with limited mobility. Visit the Idelica website and click on the 'Paella on the Lawn' tab to register by Jun 20, 2026, the day before the event. This will help forecast numbers and to say thank you Idelica will give you £1 off any standard paella portion on the day. And for a brief taste of what to expect, watch the short video from Paella on the Lawn in June 2025 visible on the registration tab available on the link below.
https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/2183d8e3-048b-43c6-bbf4-892d2851f1ba

Sadly this week we had some antisocial behaviour again at the centre. Some youths gathered and climbed onto the roof & i...
12/06/2026

Sadly this week we had some antisocial behaviour again at the centre.

Some youths gathered and climbed onto the roof & it appears that a piece of parapet was thrown onto one of our commemorative benches - breaking the back of the bench.

If there is anyone in the community who could restore the bench for us please? We would love some help please, as these benches are so well used at Greyfriars.
Thank you!

‼️‼️URGENT REMINDER‼️‼️This month the newsletter deadline is Monday,  June 15.  If you could please send any content you...
11/06/2026

‼️‼️URGENT REMINDER‼️‼️
This month the newsletter deadline is Monday, June 15.
If you could please send any content you wish to include for the July Newsletter, over to our email address ASAP : [email protected]

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Ringwood

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+441425472613

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