Downton Horticultural Society Autumn Show

4th - Saturday - 2 pm

In the Memorial Hall, free admission, refreshments including cream teas available. Show schedules available from committee members.

Contact: Gordon Bishop 01725 51147

Downton Society Coach Trip to Brighton - OPEN TO NON MEMBERS

9th - Thursday - 8.30am

Time: Coach leaves White Horse at 8.30 am, returning to Downton at approx.
7.30-8 pm

Trip open to non members, £35 including guided tour of recently renovated Pavilion,with free time for lunch and to explore Brighton. £33 for OAP's. If you wish to just purchase the return coach ticket £21 or £15 for each child accompanied by an adult.

Contact: Susan Barnhurst Davies 01725 510035 for booking forms.

AUDITIONS for St Laurence's Church Musical 'The Nativity'

9th - Thursday - 8pm

Please come along and audition for our musical drama that will be performed, in St Laurence's church, on 25th-27th November 2010. We have a great technical team in place and terrific plans! We will be performing a version of Tony Harrison's The Nativity from 'The Mysteries'. The musical takes the familiar story From The Beginning to Bethlehem. Very intriguing!

The auditions are being held by Jane Seden, our director, at Downton Baptist Church on THURSDAY 9th September at 8pm. We look forward to seeing you! Any queries Jane can be contacted on 01725 510122. (Sue on 01725 511293)

Contact: Jane Seden 01725 51012

Goose Fair - St Laurence Parish Church

11th - Saturday - 10am to 4pm

Michaelmas Goose Fair in St Laurence Church with 'Come to the Fair' parade from Downton Primary School starting at 10.30am.

FOOD - FUN - GAMES - CRAFTS & MORE. LUNCHES & AFTERNOON TEAS. Do join us for all the fun of the Fair!

Contact: Mrs Pat Bennett 01725 510967

The Downton Movies Presents "Nowhere Boy"

18th - Saturday - 7 pm for tea/coffee 7.30 pm film starts

Welcome to the movies at the Memorial Hall! Nowhere Boy is about the troubled childhood of John Lennon.Certificate 15 running time 98 mins. Ice creams for sale, tea & coffee 7pm, film starts at 7.30 pm

Contact: Susan Barnhurst Davies 01725 510035

Downton Horticultural Society Gardening Workshop

22nd - Wednesday - 7.30pm

In the Church Rooms, Barford Lane. The main topic this time will be Clematis and expert Marcus Dancer will be on hand to give advice. Admission free.

Contact: Gordon Bishop 01725 51147

Behind the Scenes of Movie & TV Stunts

2nd - Saturday - 3pm

Behind the scenes of film and TV stunts Movie & TV Stuntwoman Elaine Ford - Salisbury's own 'Bond' girl and Eastenders' Tiffany double is coming to share her work and experiences with us. Followed by a workshop in front of the audience. Finishing with a hot meal guaranteed to match the experience!

Downton Memorial Hall.
TICKETS: Show & Meal Adult £9.50 Concessions £8.50
TO INCLUDE WORKSHOP - ADD £6.00 for VIP ticket (No further concs)

RED CARPET PRIZE DRAW £5 a ticket from Sue and Choir (St Laurence Church)
FIRST PRIZE - A Day on a Film Set with Elaine - where you will see the stunts for real!! Plus other exciting prizes. As this is such a great draw we will be selling tickets 1st September so you don't need to miss out if you are unfortunate enough to miss our show.

TICKETS AVAILABLE 1st September from The Cottage Loaf & Sue Stanley 511293

The Downton Movies Presents "Letters to Juliet"

18th - Saturday - 7 pm for tea/coffee 7.30 pm film starts

Welcome to the movies in the Memorial Hall! Tea/coffee served from
7 pm, film starts at 7.30 pm. Cert. PG 105 mins. Ice cream on sale. This is a love story set in Verona, starring Vanessa Redgrave & Amanda Seyfried.

Contact: Susan Barnhurst Davies 01725 51003

The Downton Movies Presents "Ondine"

20th - Saturday - 7 pm for tea/coffee 7.30 pm film starts

Welcome to the movies in the Memorial Hall! Ondine stars Colin Farrell & is directed by Neil Jordan. Cert.12A 111 mins. Tea/coffee served at 7 pm, ice creams for sale. Film starts at 7.30 pm

Contact: Susan Barnhurst Davies 01725 510035