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Upcoming Events

Biker Carols Service

Event Date: 10/12/2023

Once again we will be hosting a Carol service for bikers at St Peter’s Church, Ridingleaze, Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE. 3.30pm for hot drinks and nibbles; 4pm service. 

Branch Meeting

Event Date: 22/01/2024

We meet to catch up, plan and pray for each other and for the work of the branch.

Sometimes we have some sung worship. Please bring something to share for supper.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Church Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Branch AGM 2024

Event Date: 26/02/2024

The meeting will be held at 7pm in St Peter's church, Ridingleaze,  Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE 

In the business part of our AGM we will formally agree accounts and minutes of the last AGM and vote in our branch officer positions.

This will then be followed by our branch meeting for February which is the first of the new season. Here we will pray and seek God on the branch activities for the new year.

There will be time to eat and socialise during the evening.

Past Events

Wiltshire Hub Monthly Breakfast Meet

Event Date: 09/12/2023

Ride-in for a bacon sarny/coffee or whatever tickles your fancy for a catch up and to chat with the bikers who turn up that morning.

10am, Chopper’s Cafe, Burbage, Marlborough, SN8 3RT

Santas on bikes

Event Date: 02/12/2023

Dust off your Santa suits and join Bristol branch helping out with this years Santa run raising money for Children’s Hospice Southwest. The start is at Winterbourne Academy, Bristol, BS36 1JL. The ride will end at Charlton Farm so the children can see the Santas and the bikes. There’s alway hot drinks at both ends. 

We normally offer our services to the organisers to help marshal on the ride or direct traffic in the bike parking. So let the branch secretary know if you want to join us: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com
If you are helping out please aim to arrive between 9am and 10am. If you are offering to Marshall the ride then park your bike in the lay-by outside the school car park. Otherwise park up in the car park as usual and make yourselves known to the organisers. Anyone arriving by car must park elsewhere. 
If you are intending to just do the ride then Santas start arriving from 10.30am

Branch Meeting

Event Date: 27/11/2023

We meet to catch up, plan and pray for each other and for the work of the branch.
Sometimes we have some sung worship. Please bring something to share for supper.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Church Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE, but this month we will meet at 7pm to pray around Lawrence Weston and hand out Biker Carols flyers.
Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

PLEASE NOTE, THERE WILL BE NO BRANCH MEETING IN DECEMBER

Wiltshire Hub monthly Breakfast Meet

Event Date: 04/11/2023

Ride-in for a bacon sarny/coffee or whatever tickles your fancy for a catch up and to chat with the bikers who turn up that morning.

10am, Chopper’s Cafe, Burbage, Marlborough, SN8 3RT

Branch Meeting

Event Date: 23/10/2023

We meet to catch up, plan and pray for each other and for the work of the branch.

Sometimes we have some sung worship. Please bring something to share for supper.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Church Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Church Visit - Mission Sunday, St Andrew's, Churchdown

Event Date: 08/10/2023

St Andrew's Church, Station Road, Churchdown, GL3 2JT

CMA have been invited to run a stand after the morning service at St Andrew's(Alan and Liz's church) for their "Mission Sunday". We will be joining them for their 10.30am service, please arrive at the church by 10.15am at the latest or see details below to meetup and ride in.

Meet at Gloucester Services(the motorcycle parking area) leaving at 9.30am to ride in to St Andrew’s.
M5,Brookthorpe, Gloucester, GL4 0DN .

Wiltshire Hub Monthly Breakfast at Chopper’s Cafe

Event Date: 07/10/2023

Ride-in for a bacon sarny/coffee or whatever tickles your fancy for a catch up and to chat with the bikers who turn up that morning. 9.30/10am

Chopper’s Cafe, Burbage, Marlborough, SN8 3RT

Church Visit - Rainbow of Hope Centre: POSTPONED

Event Date: 07/10/2023

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED - WATCH THIS SPACE FOR A NEW DATE
We will be joining the staff, volunteers and clients at Rainbow of Hope Centre Cardiff for their Saturday service, which this time is a specifically aimed at bikers.

10.15am; Rainbow of Hope, 23 – 25 Broadway, Cardiff CF24 1QE

Details of the ride-in will be posted here nearer the time.

Branch Meeting

Event Date: 25/09/2023

We meet to catch up, plan and pray for each other and for the work of the branch.

Sometimes we have some sung worship. Please bring something to share for supper.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Church Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Bristol Annual Camp - Len’s Run

Event Date: 07/09/2023 - 10/09/2023

Once again we’re heading into the depths of Wales for our annual camp which is open to the whole of CMA. 

Evening meals are provided if you would like them and if you pre- book them!  
See the link below to book and if you have any questions then contact Bristol chair at cma.bristol.chair@gmail.com
https://forms.gle/HBVXbnhAVe1UWZ2L7

Bristol Bike Night

Event Date: 01/09/2023

Bristol bike night is usually the first Friday of the month at Fowler’s, Bath Road, Bristol, BS4 3DR from 5.30pm
Check with branch secretary if you want to meet up with anyone. 
cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Lawrence Weston Bike Show

Event Date: 28/08/2023

We are planning a small bike show with the emphasis on bikers in our local community. This will be run with St Peter’s church Lawrence Weston, (Ridingleaze, Lawrence Weston BS11 0QE) and be based in and around the church and community centre. There will be stands and prizes for various bike categories, a bouncy castle for the kids, music and refreshments to buy. All proceeds will go to Children’s Hospice Southwest.
See the Lawrence Weston Bike Show Facebook page for more details or contact the Bristol branch secretary.

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Church Visit

Event Date: 27/08/2023

In advance of our Bike Show at Lawrence Weston, we are joining the congregation at St Peter's, where the bike show will be based, to pray for God's blessing on it and worship Him together. 

10.15am at St Peter's Church, Ridingleaze, Lawrence Weston, BRISTOL, BS11 0QE  

Do take the opportunity to bring any equipment, bibles or donations so you are not encumbered on your bike for Monday's show. And bring a packed lunch to eat as we will be having our final briefing for the bike show after the service.

Bristol bike night

Event Date: 04/08/2023

Bristol bike night is usually the first Friday of the month at Fowler’s, Bath Road, Bristol, BS4 3DR from 5.30pm.

To confirm if the event is going ahead contact the branch secretary or check on the Fowler’s website fowlers.co.uk.

Calne Bike Meet

Event Date: 29/07/2023

We will attending Calne again in 2023. We will be running a stand again but this year we will be based at Calne Free church on Church Lane, SN11 0HU. We are also helping to serve at the free cafe being run by the church in their front garden. Hope to see you there. 

Branch Meeting

Event Date: 24/07/2023

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship. Please bring something to share for supper.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Addendum: We will be meeting at the earlier time of 7pm to pray-walk around St Lawrence and hand out invitations to out up coming Family bike rally

Church visit

Event Date: 09/07/2023

We will visit, St Joseph Church(Michael’s church) for their 11am service: Devizes Rd, Wroughton, Swindon, SN4 0RZ. 

To ride in together meet at Costa, junction 16 of M4 at 10.20am.

Bristol Bike Night

Event Date: 07/07/2023

Bristol bike night is usually the first Friday of the month at Fowler’s, Bath Road, Bristol, BS4 3DR from 5.30pm.

To confirm if the event is going ahead contact the branch secretary or check on the Fowler’s website fowlers.co.uk.

Llandovery motorbike weekend

Event Date: 01/07/2023 - 02/07/2023

We will be supporting South Wales at a CMA stand at this event.

Do come and join us if you can.

Branch meeting

Event Date: 26/06/2023

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship. Please bring something to share for supper.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Church Visit

Event Date: 11/06/2023

We will be visiting St Peter's Church for their 10am service: Baytree Road, Milton, Weston-Super-Mare, BS22 8HG

For more details contact the branch secretary cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Bristol Bike Night

Event Date: 02/06/2023

Bristol bike night is usually the first Friday of the month at Fowler’s, Bath Road, Bristol, BS4 3DR from 5.30pm.

To confirm if the event is going ahead contact the branch secretary or check on the Fowler’s website fowlers.co.uk.

Branch meeting

Event Date: 22/05/2023

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship. Please bring something to share for supper.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Wiltshire sub group

Event Date: 06/05/2023

10am; Choppers Cafe, Burbage, SN8 3RT
The first get together of Bristol branch members who live in or close to Wiltshire county.

We’ll meet for a bacon butty and a chat to see if there is interest in this group concentrating on bike events in Wiltshire.

Contact the branch secretary if you are interested or just rock up on the day. 
cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Bristol Bike night

Event Date: 05/05/2023

17.30 - 20.30 Fowlers of Bristol

Meet there.

Branch Meeting

Event Date: 24/04/2023

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship. Please bring something to share for supper.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Branch Meeting

Event Date: 22/04/2023

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship. Please bring something to share for supper.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Branch Meeting

Event Date: 27/03/2023

Event Date: 27/3/2023 

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship. Please bring something to share for supper.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Church Visit

Event Date: 12/03/2023

In March we are visiting Street Baptist Church,Glaston Road, Street, Somerset,
BA16 0AN (Rick Ives church). 
The service is at 10am and there is parking available on-site (to the rear of our annexe). Please arrive in time to park and possibly put a bike in the church. We have been invited to do a 5 minute Q&A during the service.
For more info contact the branch secretary cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

South West Regional Meeting

Event Date: 04/03/2023

The first Regional Meeting for a while, because of lockdown restrictions, so it will be great to get together. There will be praise, worship, prayer, encouragement and teaching.

Venue: Axminster Minster, Church Street, Axminster EX13 5AQ
https://www.achurchnearyou.com..

Arrive 10:00am for a 10:30am start, should be finished by about 3:30pm

If you want to travel with someone else then use the Branch WhatsApp group or contact the branch secretary: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

The South West region comprises: South Wales, Gloucester, Bristol, Hants & Dorset and Devon & Cornwall Branches. 

Branch AGM

Event Date: 27/02/2023

The meeting will be held at St Peter's church, Ridingleaze,  Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE commencing at 7.30pm.

In the business part of our AGM we will formally agree accounts and minutes of the last AGM and vote in our branch officer positions.

This will then be followed by our branch meeting for February which is the first of the new season. Here we will pray and seek God on the branch activities for the new year.

There will be time to eat and socialise during the evening.

Church Visit

Event Date: 12/02/2023

We kick off our church visits on February 12th to the 10.30am service at St Mary's Church, High Street, Shirehampton, Bristol, BS11 0DW (Derek Sowton’s church)

There is coffee/tea and biscuits after the service, do bring a packed lunch so we can eat our lunch together  

For more information contact cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

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Bristol Branch Meeting

Event Date: 23/01/2023

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Biker Carols

Event Date: 11/12/2022

It looks like “Biker Carols” is back again this year and will once again be held at St Peter’s Lawrence.
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Santa’s on Bikes

Event Date: 03/12/2022

The annual charity ride in aid of Children’s Hospice Southwest. We will be serving as marshals and/or bike park attendants  as usual.
Please dust off your best Santa outfit and go crazy on decorations and lights for the bike! 
Meet at Winterbourn Academy, BS36 1JL from 10.30 for a 12.30 start.

Bristol Branch Meeting

Event Date: 28/11/2022

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Church visit

Event Date: 20/11/2022

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

For more info contact cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Talk about CMA

Event Date: 09/11/2022

Bristol’s ‘Scottie’ will be giving a talk to the “Meeting Up” group from Yate about the work of CMA. 

Do come and support him if you’d like to at 2pm:

Yate Methodist Church, Moorland Road, Yate, BS37 4BZ 

Bristol Branch Meeting

Event Date: 24/10/2022

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Branch Prayer meeting

Event Date: 11/10/2022

We meet to pray monthly on the 2nd Tuesday at 7.30pm. 
We will pray for each other and the events planned by the branch. 
Please email the prayer coordinator Michelle Bowditch for more information about where we will meet: michellehunt2@btinternet.com

Church Visit

Event Date: 09/10/2022

This month we are visiting Ian and Sue’s church in Knowle, Bristol:
Knowle Methodist Church, 9 Redcatch Road, Knowle, BS4 2EP, Junction with Wells Road
Then service starts at 10.30am please aim to be there by 10.15am

Parking: Small Church Car park at rear, or free Multi-storey for Broad Walk or on street parking alongside(busy) or in lay-by on Wells Road opposite. Teas and Coffees in hall afterwards.
Lunch is being organised nearby by Ian, watch out for details nearer the time.

Bristol Branch Meeting

Event Date: 26/09/2022

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Branch Prayer meeting

Event Date: 13/09/2022

We meet to pray monthly on the 2nd Tuesday at 7.30pm. 
We will pray for each other and the events planned by the branch. 
Please email the prayer coordinator Michelle Bowditch for more information about where we will meet: michellehunt2@btinternet.com

Len’s Run at Dolau Afon

Event Date: 08/09/2022 - 11/09/2022

Becoming a regular event for Bristol branch and many others from CMA, this long weekend will include most of your evening meals if you want them and organised rides on the Friday and Saturday(just add your choices to the booking form). The campsite is beautiful and has a great wild swimming spot. It is located east of Aberystwyth not far from the Elan Valley. 

For more info contact Penny at cma.bristol.chair@gmail.com

To find out more about the site see https://www.dolauafon.com/camp...

If you want to join us then please book your place by completing the following form: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/...

Hoggin’ the Bridge - Helmet Park

Event Date: 04/09/2022

Hoggin’ the Bridge festival runs for the whole weekend but we will be running the helmet park at this big charity event on the Sunday. If you want to join the ride then it’s worth getting your ticket before and arriving early enough to be near the front so that you can arrive in time to help at the helmet park.
https://hoggin-the-bridge.co.u...

For more information watch this space or contact Tony at cma.bristol.treasurer@gmail.com

Bristol Branch Meeting

Event Date: 22/08/2022

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Church Visit

Event Date: 21/08/2022

This month we will be visiting Liz and Alan's church in Churchdown. The service is at 10.30 but there is coffee before hand at the church and there will be a BBQ after at the Roberson's

We will meet ride in together at the M5 Gloucester services, GL4 0DN(the lovely farm-shop one) and be leaving there promptly at 9.50am. If you wish to ride with someone from the Bath side of the M5 then Anne(see email below or use WhatsApp) will be heading up the A46 - meet her at the lay-by on the A46 just north of junction 18 of the M4 at 8.45am. 
The church address is: St Andrew's Church, Station Road, Churchdown, GL3 2JT
We will need to know numbers if you are staying for the BBQ - Alan and Liz will get the food and a contribution to cover this cost will be collected on the day. Email me or use the group WhatsApp if you plan to stay for that.
cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Branch Prayer meeting

Event Date: 09/08/2022

We meet to pray monthly on the 2nd Tuesday at 7.30pm.
We will pray for each other and the events planned by the branch.
Please email the prayer coordinator Michelle Bowditch for more information about where we will meet: michellehunt2@btinternet.com

Calne Bike Meet

Event Date: 30/07/2022

We always have some presence at the Calne Bike Meet, normally in the form of a CMA stand.

This year we are doing things a little bit differently and will be riding in together, parking up and then joining the throngs. Please wear your white crosses and bring biker bibles. Also please make every effort to attend the July prayer meeting on Tuesday 12th as we will be concentrating on prayer  for Calne.

Meet outside the Burger King at the BP garage on the junction of West Cepen Way and Malmesbury Road, Chippenham SN14 6UY at 9.30am for departure by 10am. 

Bristol Branch Meeting

Event Date: 25/07/2022

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come: cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Branch Monthly Prayer Meeting

Event Date: 12/07/2022

We will meet at 7.30pm to pray for the needs and activities of the branch and it's members, supporters and friends. There will be particular emphasis on the Calne Bike Meet for this prayer meeting.

For information about the venue please contact our branch prayer coordinator Michelle Bowditch on michellehunt2@btinternet.com

Ride Out

Event Date: 02/07/2022

Rideout to Baffle Haus near Pontypool. 

Any that want to can go on to Llandovery Bike meet after the stop here.

Meet outside the Subway next to the BP petrol station on Newport Road, Chepstow, NP16 5YS

9.30am for a prompt 9.45am departure. 

Come a bit earlier if you want to refuel the bike or yourself before we leave.

Branch Monthly Meeting

Event Date: 25/04/2022

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come.

Branch Monthly Prayer Meeting

Event Date: 11/04/2022

We will meet at 7.30pm to pray for the needs and activities of the branch and it's members, supporters and friends. 

for information about the venue please contact our branch prayer coordinator Michelle Bowditch on michellehunt2@btinternet.com

Church Visit

Event Date: 10/04/2022

April’s church visit will be to the church of our prayer coordinator Michelle and her husband Pete. 
Arrive at 10am for refreshments for a 10.30 service: Hope Chapel, Chapel Hill, Bristol, BS8 4ND

Hopefully parking for bikes at the side of the church(tbc), and if the weather is reasonable then there may a ride out for those up for it. 

Bring lunch to eat or share.

Branch monthly meeting

Event Date: 28/03/2022

We meet to catch up, pray for each other and the work of the branch and plan.

Sometimes we have some sung worship.

The meeting is at 7.30pm in St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, BS11 0QE

Contact the branch secretary if you hoping to come.

Branch Prayer Meeting

Event Date: 14/03/2022

We are meeting to pray at 7.30pm for each other, for blessings on our biker contacts and for God's presence at our Branch gatherings

This month we will meet at Miche and Pete’s, please contact the branch prayer coordinator for more details michellehunt2@btinternet.com

Church visit

Event Date: 13/03/2022

As we emerge from the restrictions of Covid we are building up the bonds in our branch and encouraging each by visiting each other’s churches

In March we are off to Bath to the church of our branch secretary:

10.15am for coffee and pastries for a 10.45 service at St Michaels Without, Broad Street, Bath, BA1 5LJ. Parking for motorbikes on Saracens street opposite the Pig and Fiddle. Bring some lunch to eat or share. If the weather is decent then a rideout might on.

Branch AGM

Event Date: 28/02/2022

The Branch AGM will take place at St Peter’s, Lawrence Weston, Bristol, BS11 0QE at  7.30pm.
We will be electing our branch officers and hearing reports from last year. 
All agenda items and nominations for officers need to be with the current branch secretary by Monday 24th January. 

Ride in & meet up

Event Date: 26/02/2022

A number of Bristol branch enjoy the annual Bristol Classic Bike Show which is held at the Shepton Mallet Show Ground,  BA4 6QN. So feel free to join us when we meet for lunch in the large cafe above the main hall at 12.30. We hope to see our Gloucester friends there too.
It’s worth purchasing your ticket on line before hand to speed things up on the day. Please note that the queues can be quite long to get in especially if you come in a car so do allow for this. The show opens at 9.30am

For more info or to arrange to ride in with someone contact the branch secretary cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Church visit

Event Date: 13/02/2022

As we emerge from the restrictions of Covid we are building up the bonds in our branch and encouraging each by visiting each other’s churches.

On the 13th February we will visiting our Treasurers church in Chepstow:

10am, Chepstow Methodist church, Albion Square, NP16 5DA; parking at M&S car park behind the church. Bring a lunch to share or eat after the service. 

Branch Prayer Meeting

Event Date: 08/02/2022

We are meeting to pray at 7.30pm for each other, for blessings on our biker contacts and for God's presence at our Branch AGM(28th Feb)

Please contact the branch prayer coordinator for more details michellehunt2@btinternet.com

Branch prayer meeting

Event Date: 06/02/2022

We are gathering  to prayer for needs of the branch this at 7.30pm

Please contact the branch prayer coordinator for details of the venue:

michellehunt2@btinternet.com

Branch Monthly Meet

Event Date: 24/01/2022

Our monthly branch meeting takes place at St Peter’s, Lawrence Weston, Bristol, BS11 0QE  from  7.30pm til around 9.30pm. 

We will pray and sometimes have some sung worship, eat together(bring your own or something to share) and plan as well as catching up with each other.

For more details contact the branch secretary at cma.bristol.sec@gmail.com

Biker’s Carol’s

Event Date: 12/12/2021

Biker’s Carol’s is back this year and will be held at St Peter’s Lawrence Weston, Bristol, BS11 0QE. Starting at 3.30pm with a hot drink and mince pie, the service its self will kick off at 4pm and last about an hour.

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