Interest Groups in Gainsborough.

If you have ever thought about renting an allotment now is the time to act. There are five sites around Gainsborough owned and administrated by Gainsborough Town Council. Here is your chance to "grow your own" and make new friends at the same time.

"If you’re interested in an allotment, now is the time to apply!

Across Gainsborough Town Council managed allotment sites there are plots available, whether you’re looking for a small patch to get started or a larger plot, there are options available".

"Please note, to find the plot that’s right for you, it is essential that you first contact our Allotments Officer to book a walkaround as plots are accessible to plot holders only." To find out more visit  https://gainsborough-tc.gov.uk  or ring 01427 811573.

The Council has produced a very useful 20-page Guide to Gardening booklet packed with information and tips to get the best results. Contact the council to request  a digital copy.

 The Gainsborough & District Flower Club nights are on the fourth Thursday in the month start time 7:15 p.m. at Gladstone House, Ropery Road, Gainsborough DN21 2TS.    

 "You don’t have to be a flower arranger to join. If you love flowers – for your home, for church, for occasions, to grow in the garden, or simply enjoy watching flowers being arranged and have a fun and sociable evening, then please come along." 

"There is a small charge of £5 for visitors. After two visits, you are required to join the club. The annual subscription is £45, but as we are half way through the year we may be able to do this at a reduced cost".

“The three photos are shown with the kind permission of Andrew Key who gave a demonstration last Thursday (July 27th). We had a great time, he was really entertaining and the floral exhibits were wonderful, even better, they are raffled off at the end of each club night!”.

Gainsborough PROBUS meets on Mondays, except Bank Holidays, so over 40 times per year. The venue is Morton Village Hall. We start with coffee at 9.45. The meeting proper begins 10.00. 

"We have an outside speaker for half of our meetings, with presentations and other contributions from our members for the other half. The finishing time is (about) 11.30.“ We also meet as a group for pub lunches occasionally during the year. 

"We are currently seeking new members to enjoy our varied programme of informative presentations, as well as the opportunity to meet together with others of similar interests. "

Joining PROBUS is a really effective way to make new friends and find food for thought. If you would like more information, please contact our Secretary, at  probusgains@outlook.com

This Society is crammed full of model railway layouts. Open Days are always well attended and there are refreshments provided in the "Waiting Room". The next Open Day is Saturday 8th April 2023.

“There are over 150 locomotives, 100 coaches, 200 wagons and vans, 150 pieces of pointwork, half a mile of trackwork, and 9 stations.”

Worthy of their own exhibition, the walls are decked out with railway memorabilia adding a sense of nostalgia to the rooms.

Members meet twice weekly. For more details visit http://www.gainsboroughmodelrailway.co.uk/ Contact email gmrscontact@gmail.com

This well-established group meets on the second Thursday of the month at the Gainsborough Methodist Church in North Street. To see just how active they are, visit their website: https://u3asites.org.uk/gainsborough/home

“The official part of the meetings  commence at 10.20am and we usually have finished by 11.45am, but do join us from 10am onwards for a cup of tea/coffee and a chat.” As can be seen above, there is always a wide range of subjects at the group meetings throughout the year. Something for everyone!

Groups offering a wide range of subjects are up and running including Art, Art Appreciation, 10 Pin Bowling, Bridge, Cycling, Garden Visits, Kurling, Local History, Lunches, Photography, Poetry/Play Reading, Reading Group, Scrabble, Strollers, Sunday Lunch Club, and Walking.

Singing For Fun is a newly formed group and meets on the second Wednesday of each month 10.00am -  midday at Trinity Arts Centre.

Greener Gainsborough promotes the Wellbeing benefits of nature and encourages people to get out there and enjoy the fresh air and nature around them. 

Are you interested in gardening? Do you like the idea of volunteering in your community? There are so many positives by joining this group! Reap the benefits of working in an allotment alongside like-minded folk and take pride in being part of community projects. 

If you are unsure whether to take on your own allotment why not join one of the community allotments and take the opportunity to learn more. Or maybe you are thinking of giving up your allotment but will miss the camaraderie. In that case, lighten your load,  join in and pass on your wealth of experience to others.

To find out more follow the Greener Gainsborough FB, email greenergainsborough@gmail.com or phone 07300 869422.