Ongar and District Community Association Events
Don’t forget that our final Comedy Club Night of 2024 is on Friday 6th December. If you have been to our
Comedy Club Nights in the past, you will not want to miss this great pre-Christmas fun evening. Book your tickets
now at www.laughingchili.co.uk, scrolling down to find Ongar. There is also a link on our website. The door and
bar open at 7.30pm, and the show starts at 8.30pm. As you leave, please dispose of any litter or bottles in the
bins provided to help our volunteers who clear up after events. Thank you.
Our next Senior Social afternoon tea, with entertainment from The Rock Choir, is on Wednesday 4th December,
2pm to 4pm. Tickets are £5.00 and available from Nerissa and Claire in the café, or phone 07918 462959.
On Saturday 14th December we will be hosting a Christmas Celebration in conjunction with Phoenix 98 FM
Radio’s Open Mic, 7.30pm – 12.00. Entry will be free. For further information, check our social media pages and
website.
Other News and Updates
The bay window of Nerissa and Claire’s Café has at last been repaired by a specialist heritage restoration
company. You may have noticed them working hard as you walked down the High Street. It was a difficult task
and they have done a fantastic job. It looks great and no more leaks when it rains!
The Challenge Ongar event was a great success and a considerable amount of money was raised for the Senior
Wellness Hub to help with the purchase of more equipment for the Tuesday Senior Fitness sessions.
ODCA are pleased to support Amanda McGregor (Heart of Holistic Health) and Michelle Russell (Maximise
Fitness) in all they do for our senior residents. Thanks to all involved
The new fire alarm is now fitted, and in preparation for the ballroom refurbishment, rewiring and electrical work
continues. A reminder that the ballroom refurbishment is scheduled for January and February next year, and the
ballroom will be closed during this time. Other rooms will remain available for use. As you will know the ODCA is
run by volunteers and we would greatly appreciate any extra help. If you don’t want to commit to being a
committee member, you can become a ‘Friend of Budworth Hall’, maybe help with serving teas and coffee
at our Senior events. If you have any skill you think might be useful to us, or would like to help in any way, please
get in touch. Visit our website at www.budworthhall.co.uk to explore our photo gallery, learn more about the
building’s history, check regular clubs, events, news, and find out about hire rates. Stay updated through our social
media pages and notice board.
Hire and Contact details: –
The Budworth Hall office is closed, but the Ballroom, Concert Hall, Committee Room, and Bar Area are
available for hire seven days a week at competitive rates.
For enquiries, please email budworthhall-ongar@outlook.com with your name, telephone number,
and enquiry details. Please only telephone us on 07918 462959 if you have no access to email, and leave a
message. Someone will get back to you as soon as possible. If you are thinking of starting a weekly or
regular event, please contact us and arrange to have a look at our facilities. The onsite Coffee Bar and
Restaurant is run by Nerissa and Claire and is open Tuesday to Saturday.
Jane Battersby for The Ongar and District Community Association.