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'Other' Local Societies and Groups :

The Society of Ruislip Artists
The Society of Ruislip Artists meet the first Tuesday of each month at the Stables on the Manor Farm Complex, Ruislip. We have Art demonstrations by Professional Artists and guests are always very welcome to join us. Meetings are from 7.30 – 9.30 pm.
Also the Society takes part in various indoor and outdoor Exhibitions. During the summer months we have outdoor painting days, visitor’s fee £2. Phone (01895) 636135.

Pinner and Ruislip Beekeepers Association
A warm welcome awaits you as a visitor or as a prospective new member, every Sunday morning, at our Beekeeping Centre at Glovers Grove, Ruislip.
Find out more by visiting our web site at http://uk.geocities.com/prbka@btinternet.com/

Middlesex Bonsai Society
Are you interested in the art of “Bonsai”, or looking for a new hobby?
We are a long established Club catering for all levels of interest.
We meet monthly with visiting Speakers, demonstrations and in-house workshops.
Why not come to one of our meetings on the 3^rd Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm at South Harrow Methodist Church-Hall, Walton Avenue, off Eastcote Lane.
Visit our Annual Show Saturday 15^th May 10.00am-4.00pm at the Great Barn, Bury Street, Ruislip.

Hillingdon Decorative and Fine Arts Society
The Society was founded as an Association to encourage a wider appreciation and knowledge of decorative and fine arts. No prior knowledge is necessary to enjoy these illustrated talks by enthusiastic and expert speakers, many of whom work in national museums and broadcast on radio and television. In addition, self-financing outings and special interest days are also arranged.
The Society meets on the 2^nd Wednesday of the month at Winston Churchill Hall in Ruislip at 2.00 pm. Phone 01895 233377

Society for Disabled Artists Ruislip Group 
The Ruislip group of the Society of Disabled Artists meets every Wednesday 1.30-3.30pm in the Ruislip Methodist Church, Ickenham Road. New members, beginners or experienced are welcome as are able bodied people to work along with the disabled members for their mutual satisfaction. Local exhibitions are held, also the National Exhibition takes place annually, usually in August. Phone 020 8841 5917

Ruislip / Northwood Flower Arrangement Society 
Meets at Northwood College, Maxwell Rd. Northwood 1st Tuesday in the month 7.00pm for 7.30pm. Entry price varies for visitors.
Phone for details 01923 822026

Tues 1st June John Chennell 'Seasonal Splendour' St Martins School Moor Park Road Northwood 7.00 pm for 7.30pm £5.00
Tues 6th July Dorothy Bye 'Take a Few Flowers' Northwood Coll Price to be announced.
Tues 8th Sept Tan Strong 'Yet More Delicious designs'  Northwood Coll. £3.00
Tues 5th Oct Michael Bowyer 'Fall Farrago'    Northwood Coll £5.00
Tues 2nd Nov  Edna Johnson 'Nature is the Designer' Northwood Coll £5.00
Tuesday 7th December  Roger Woolnough 'Christmas' Northwood Coll Price to be announced.
Tues 1st Feb 'A Rummage through my Shed.' Northwood Coll  £3.00
Tues 1st March  Diana Joyce. 'Classic with a Twist'  Northwood Coll £5.00
Tues 3rd May Vicki Traherne  'Nature's Patterns' Northwood Coll £3.00

Garden Daze Coach Trips
If you have an interest in visiting other peoples gardens, private or public and enjoy flowers and plants, then consider a day out with like minded people to gardens that you may not have discovered or visited before.
Garden Daze plans such garden outings, departing from St. Martins Approach, Ruislip and in 2003 we have trips planned for May, June & July.
For more details, dates and prices ring Tony on 01895 677925 or Angela on 01895 638856.

Both trips leaving from St. Martins Approach, Ruislip.
Sunday 20^th June 2004. Warwickshire. Leave 8.30a.m. 
In the morning we have a private visit to ‘Woodpeckers’ Garden and then onto the National Herb Centre. In the afternoon we go to the picturesque village of Warmington, for their gardens open day. Price: £22.00 all inclusive.
Sunday 18^th July 2004. Kent. Leave 8.30a.m.
3 beautiful  private gardens:  Mount Court Farmhouse, Southill Farm & Silver Spray. Price £22.50 all inclusive.
To book or for more details please telephone Tony or Angela as above.

Girl Guiding - Guides, Brownies and Rainbows
We meet in various locations in Ruislip and we have units on most days of the week.
Rainbows are between the ages of 5 - 7, Brownies 7 -10, Guides 10-16. We do lots of activities including overnight to week camps, craft, games outdoor activities and lots of fun.
Also looking for adult help.
Any body interested call Lin Gregory on 01895 905511 or email Lingregory@blueyonder.co.UK

Ruislip Central Horticultural Society
Formed in 1940, the Society stages three flower shows each year in the Great Barn, publishes regular bulletins, arranges talks and visits for both the main Society and the Cactus Section and has a Trading Centre for members in the forecourt of the Great Barn every Sunday morning (10 until 11. 3 0 am) from February to the end of November. The annual subscription is £3. For further details telephone Rose Langston on 01895 470708 or visit the Trading Centre.

Ruislip Lions Club
Over 30 years old and still going strong but always on the look out for new members, male and female, who are interested in charitable fund-raising activities and enjoy good social occasions. The club meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday each month at Ruislip Golf Centre Ickenham. Road, West Ruislip, at 8.00pm. For more information please view our website: www.ruisliplions.org.uk To contact the Club email the Secretary secretary@ruisliplions.org or Telephone: 07806 766993

Ruislip, Northwood & Eastcote Local History Society
The Society exists to encourage interest in the history and conservation of the ancient parish of Ruislip (which includes Northwood and Eastcote). It meets on the third Monday of each month from September to April at 8.15pm at St Martins Church Hall, Ruislip. It also organises walks and outings, undertakes new research and produces regular publications. Visitors are welcome. For further information, please contact the Membership Secretary, Delia Montlake on (01895) 676663 or visit our web site at  www.rnelhs.flyer.co.uk

The National Trust
The West Middlesex Centre of The National Trust meets regularly each month in the Winston Churchill Hall, Pinn Way, Ruislip, at 8 p.m.   Visitors/non-members are most welcome to attend.   Future meetings will take place on May 12th, 10th June, 16 July and 16 August.  For information and details of speakers please contact either 01895 633091 or 01895 677857.  Coach outings and holidays etc are also organised.

Ruislip And District Natural History Society
Outdoor walks in attractive areas with leaders who will point out things of interest. Indoor meetings at Ruislip Library or Guide Hut, with speakers covering a wide variety of subjects. Receive Newsletters to keep in touch with local wildlife matters. Current programme available at Library, or for further information contact John Matthews on 01895 636215. or visit their web site at www.ruislip-districtnhs.co.uk

Ruislip Northwood Old Folk's Association
The Elm Park Club (Ruislip Manor) and The Tudor Club (Eastcote) are open to all residents aged 60 plus. They offer fresh cooked lunches at very reasonable prices every weekday (except public holidays), also social activities and outings. For details, phone Elm Park Club(Mary or Betty) 01895 634962 or Tudor Club (Gladys) 020 8866 8603. Both Clubs are part of RNOFA (registered charity 250776), a local voluntary organisation founded more than 50 years ago. Volunteer helpers are always welcome, especially minibus drivers for Elm Park.

Field End Photographic Society
Field End is one of the most respected photographic societies in UK. We meet on Monday evenings at 8pm in the Methodist Church Hall, Ickenham Road, Ruislip and new members are always welcome. We cater for all levels of ability and knowledge, from happy snappers to experts and  a tea break at 9 gives a chance for a good chat. The season, from September to June, is made up of  a wide variety of practical sessions, lectures and competitions. External excursions are also organised.

Call Mike Longhurst on 020 8868 6569 or email mmlonghurst@aol.com for more details or visit our web site at www.fieldendps.co.uk

Polio Fellowship
Calling all Polios. Are you short of caring, happy friendship ? Come and join the local Ruislip/ Northwood branch of the Polio Fellowship. We meet once a month in very pleasant surroundings and offer understanding and fun to all Polios, their friends and relations. Ring Chairperson Win on 01895 674294.

The Rotary Club of Elthorne-Hillingdon 
The Club meets at 7.30 p.m. every Wednesday evening at The Uxbridge Cricket Club.  Our membership is usually drawn from business and professional people either living or working within the London Borough of Hillingdon. Meetings with a meal and usually a speaker have a focus on matters of mutual interest, but also allow time for social interchange.  Members also apply their professional and business skills to a wide range of community needs both locally and overseas.  For further details please contact David Thorpe 01895 673716 or Joan Greening  joan.greening@btinternet.com.

Ruislip Sea and Marine Cadets
Address: T.S. Pelican, Ruislip Sea Cadets Corps, Cordingley Road, West Ruislip HA4 7HJ
Tel: 01895 623395
e-mail: ruislipscc@hotmail.co.uk
Times: Mon and Wed 1900-2100
Ages: 10-18
£2 per week

What do we do?
Have a lot of fun, make new friends, earn some respect, get a taste of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines. Gain some serious qualifications.
Who can join?
Anyone the Commanding Officers can cope with. Aged between 10 and 18, boys and girls, Mums, Dads and all those at a loose end. Not only do we provide excellent opportunities for the cadets but we train adults as well. Want to be an instructor? We can teach you. Fancy doing a bit of DIY? There is a project waiting. Perhaps you like the idea of being a general helper or helping raise funds Come along we can use you! Its fun but committing for all. Once you are in you will be hooked!
When?
Twice a week and frequent activity weekends. Want a break from everyday life? Numerous adventure courses are available at home and away. Want to go on a Warship? This is the place for you. Fancy sailing to France? There is a berth waiting for your application. Want some new life skills? Come along and check us out.
Why?
Because 1500 cadets and 500 adults can’t be wrong!

Elm Park Sociable Scrabblers
Scrabble is a fun way to keep the mind bright and lively! Elm Park Sociable Scrabblers do not aspire to tournament standards, but enjoy friendly competitive play at a more relaxed level. Tea and biscuits too! Every Thursday after­noon and some Wednesdays at the Elm Park Club, Park Way, Ruislip Manor. Phone Mike Messenger (020 8866 3778) for details. Also, Scrabble at Ickenham, Tuesday afternoons/ evenings.

Social Buddies
Are you between 35 and 50, living in the Middx area And bored with your social life ?
Our newly formed social group could be just what you have been waiting for !
Whether you are male or female, single, with a partner or just a group of friends that are looking to improve your social life, then contact us. 
Regular get-together:  First thursday of every month, 8.30pm
At the Gate, Rickmansworth Road, Northwood, Middx
(plus many other events throughout the year) 
Let’s meet up and make some new friends!
E-mail Su and Nina at :socialbuddies@googlemail.com

Ruislip and Pinner Travel Club
Do you go enjoy going on holiday?  If so join the Ruislip and Pinner Travel Club.
The Club meets on alternate Fridays in the Village Hall, Chapel Lane, Pinner from September to April, when members present shows on their travels worldwide. The first meeting of the new season will be on Friday 28 September.
New members are always very welcome. We look forward to you joining us.
To be included on the mailing list for the 2007-8 season phone the Secretary, Peter Benson – 020 8427 6169.
Programme details will appear on www.pinnerassociation.co.uk/events

Northwood Guild of Winemakers
We meet on the 3rd Friday of the month at 8pm at Manor Farm Complex in Ruislip.
We make a wide variety of wines, many to a commercial standard.
Evenings are always informative, with social intervals. Annual subscription £9. Visitors pay £1 per visit.
There are usually wine tastings, often commercial wines.
New members are very welcome, especially beginners.
For further details please contact the secretary, Margaret on 01895 232702

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