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Chapel RoadPenketh

WarringtonWA5 2NB

01925 729895Email: 

info@theolivetreecommunitycentre.co.ukWebsite: 

www.theolivetreecommunitycentre.co.uk

The Olive Tree Community Centre

User Guide

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Penketh Methodist Church and The Olive Tree Community Centre is located on Chapel Road, Penketh on the site of the old Methodist Chapel building and opposite The Red Lion pub. It is easily accessible by public transport and also benefits from on-site parking facilities. The premises are fully accessible to people with disabilities and there is lift access to all floors. Opened in March 2011, the building is the fruition of almost 10 years of activity by the congregation of Penketh Methodist Church who now share the premises. They had the vision of providing a building that would become a hub of community activity for the people of West Warrington and beyond.The Olive Tree Community Centre is staffed by volunteers who would be thrilled to welcome you to any of the activities held at the centre. Rooms are also available for hire for commercial, private and community activities.Our community coffee shop The Olive Branch is open between 9am and 12.30 noon on Mondays and Fridays. It is also open between 9am and 1pm on Wednesday and Saturday* when lunch is served. You will find a warm welcome and efficient service awaiting you, with freshly prepared food at competitive prices. If you’d like to know more or are interested in using our facilities for your activity visit www.theolivetreecommunitycentre.co.uk, give

About Us...

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What’s On for...Children & Young People

There’s lots’ going on at The Olive Tree for children and young people. Here’s a selection of the activities that are currently held at the centre - there’s sure to be something

to interest everyone!

Beavers - Friday at 6pmContact Kerrie Murray on 01925 724352

Cubs - Wednesday at 6.45pmContact Steve Devers on 01925 791848

Scouts - Fridays at 7.15pmContact Ian Gornall on 01925 727385

Rainbows - Tuesdays at 6.15pmContact Leanne Cross on 01925 727507

Brownies - Tuesdays at 6.30pmContact Sue Devers on 01925 791848

or Karen Royle on 01925 726420Guides - Tuesdays at 7pm

Contact Sue Franklin c/o 01925 791848

Uniformed Organisations

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Shootin’ Stars Dance Academy Wednesday from 4.45pm Contact Becky Williams on 07871 242664

Sarah Royle School of Dance Monday from 5pmThursday from 4pmSaturday from 9am Contact Sarah Royle on 07811 29800

Andrew Curphey Theatre CompanyMonday from 5pmContact Andrew on 07590 529115

Majorette Group for children 2 - 9 yearsThursdays from 4.45pm Contact Barbara 07464 488479

Les Petits Pois Fun French ages 3 months to 7 yearsTuesdays from 4 pmContact Andrea 07563 576318

Learning New Skills

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Fun and FriendshipLittle Angels - Tuesday at 10.30 am

An hour of jam-packed fun and praise for babies & pre-schoolers including songs, rhythm and movement, bible stories, snack time

and more!Contact Tricia Rayner on 01925 725380

Tiny Treasures - Wednesday at 10 am2 hours of fun for pre-schoolers and their carers

Contact Samantha Pucill on 07951 797646

Mad About Multiples - Fridays at 9.30-11.30 amfun and friendship for parents and carers of twins,

triplets and more! 0 - 4yrs Contact Cheryl Hoddell on 07585 447136

Tree House Kids - Sunday at 10.30 amStories, fun and craft with a biblical theme.

Contact Laura on 01925 729895

Olive Tree Youth Group - Sundays at 7.30 pmContact Linda Murdoch 07594 356260

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Keeping Fit!

Extend Class - Friday at 2 pmMovement to music for men and women over 60 and those less able people of all ages. Contact Dorothy Ditchfield on 01925 725433

Relaxation Class - Monday at 7.30 pm Contact Lynsey McGrath on 07748 055594

Pilates - Wednesday at 7.30 pmContact Carol Mounsey on 07725 127692

Yoga Class - Thursday 10am - 11.30 amContact Mandy c/o The Olive Tree on 01925 729895

Life Time Come Dance With Us – Friday 10.30-12.00 contact 01925 729895

Check out our website for new events and classes

What’s On for...Adults

Not just the children are catered for at The Olive Tree.

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Life Time Yoga GroupMonday 10 am - 11.30 am

Contact 01925 729895

Life Time West Warrington Engagement GroupFortnightly on Monday at 11 am

Contact Eileen Fitzgerald on 01925 723350

7.45 Ladies Group - Fortnightly on Monday at 7.45 pmContact Audrey Sloan on 01925 724539

Life Time Crochet Group - Wednesday 6 pm – 8 pmContact Val Walsh on 01925 246 824

Women’s Fellowship - Fortnightly on Thursday at 2 pmContact Joan Pennington on 01925 725748 or

Doris Besford on 01925 723539

K & N Group (Knit and Natter)Fortnightly on Thursdays at 2 pm

Contact Margaret Docherty 07847 304858

Men’s Fellowship - Last Friday of the month at 7.30 pmContact David Barker on 01925 726620

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Coffee, Chat and Friendship

Whist and Dominoes Group (summer bowling club)Mondays at 1.30 pmContact Fred Williams on 01925 722024Penketh & Great Sankey Painting Group - Wednesday at 7pmContact Barbara Barlow on barbara.barlow@talktalk.net Art Class - Wednesday at 10 am & 7 pmContact Sue Cartwright on 01925 727347Drama Group - Thursday at 7.45 pmContact Brian Snook on 01925 725463Guitar Lessons - Thursday at 7 pmContact Peter Herley on 01925 724810University of the Third Age Italian2nd & 4th Thursday each monthContact Roger Coasby at roger@coasby.comGardening Society 1st Thursday each monthContact the office on 01925 729895University of the Third Age Bridge GroupThursday 10.30-12.30 Contact Roger Coasby at roger@coasby.com

Sharing Interests

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The ChapelSituated on the ground floor of the building the multipurpose ‘Chapel’ can accommodate up to 200 people.

The room has full audio-visual facilities and a hearing loop. It is ideal for large gatherings such as conferences, concerts and exhibitions.

The Olive Tree Community Centre offers first class facilities for your meetings, clubs or training with rooms that can accommodate up to 200 people. We can also provide a wide range of equipment for hire for your meeting including multimedia data projectors, screens and flip charts.Our commitment is to ensure our charges represent excellent value for money whilst also maintaining the sustainability of the community centre.  We offer very reasonable rates. Booking enquiries can be made via the website, by contacting The Olive Tree by email: info@theolivetreecommunitycentre.co.uk or 01925 729895.

About our facilities...

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The Chestnut RoomAlso situated on the ground floor, ‘Chestnut’ measures 9.9m by 10.7m and can accommodate up to 100 people for a formal meeting. The room has a wood block floor and is suitable for large gatherings such as conferences, concerts and drama or dance events. The room also has full audio-visual facilities and a hearing loop.

The Cedar Room Situated on the first floor the room measures 6.1m by 3.9m and can accommodate up to 24 people ‘theatre style’ and 12 people in a ’U-shape’ set-up. It is fully equipped with audio-visual equipment to facilitate computer-based meetings and is ideal for hosting training seminars.

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The Sycamore RoomSituated on the first floor ‘Sycamore’ measures 4.5m by 9.3m and can accommodate up to 40 people making it ideal for children’s parties, training and meetings. The room is also equipped with a sink and overlooks The Chapel. Sound can also be transmitted from The Chapel into this room.

The Willow RoomAlso on the first floor ‘Willow’ measures 5.5m x 5.5m and can accommodate 10 people. The room is ideal for small meetings.

The Poplar RoomAlso situated on the first floor and measuring 6.5m by 5.5m ‘Poplar’ can accommodate up to 30 people.

Willow and Poplar can be combined to accommodate up to 40 people for larger meetings, displays and exhibitions.

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Penketh Methodist Church shares The Olive Tree Community Centre building which continues the tradition of Christians worshipping on the site of the building which began in the 1800s. Penketh Methodist Church is part of the Sankey Valley Methodist Circuit and the church family would be delighted to welcome you to any of their services. If you’d like more information about what happens at Penketh Methodist Church please contact the office on 01925 729895 or browse our website at www.theolivetreecommunitycentre.co.uk Sunday Services10.30am Family Worship with Junior Church and Crèche Monday to Friday8.30am Start the Day - 15 minutes to Pause, Ponder and PrayBaptisms, weddings or funerals by arrangement with the Minister.

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