Community Programs & Village News

Autumn Vaccination Clinics at Bodriggy Health Centre

We are pleased to be holding our annual Flu and COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics on:

📅 Saturday 3 October
📅 Saturday 10 October

If you are aged 65 or over, you are eligible for a free flu vaccination. Those aged 75 and over may also be eligible for a COVID-19 vaccination. Our team will be happy to confirm which vaccinations you are due when you arrive. All those aged under 65 with an underlying health condition are also eligible. 

To help the clinics run smoothly, we kindly ask that you:

✅ Walk to the surgery if possible, as parking is limited and these clinics are always very busy.
✅ Arrive at your allocated appointment time to avoid unnecessary queues and delays.
✅ Wear a loose-fitting top to make vaccination quick and comfortable.

Can You Help?

We are looking for friendly volunteers to help manage traffic in the car park during our clinic days. If you can spare a little time and would like to support your local community, please contact our Practice Manager, Elly McCallum, at the surgery.

Raffle

We are hoping to hold a raffle, with tickets available for £1 per strip, featuring some fantastic prizes. More details will be available closer to the events.

Can’t Make a Saturday Clinic?

Don’t worry. Catch-up vaccination clinics will be available after both Saturday sessions for patients who are unable to attend on the day.

We look forward to welcoming you and helping keep our community healthy this winter.

Bodriggy Health Centre Team 🍂💉

St Erth Weekly Village Activities

St Erth Concert Band  Tuesdays Methodist Hall   Mark Dennis 07954 573939

St Erth Brownies   Mondays St Erth Church Hall (Old School) Julie Wass 01736 762123

St Erth Guides Tuesdays Scout Hut in Hayle  Caroline Barton 07881 715764

St Erth Rainbows Tuesdays St Erth Church Hall (Old School)  Email: st.erthandhaylerainbows@gmail.com

St Erth Nursery  (Monday to Friday) Enquires 01736 755690

ST ERTH EVENTS

If you have WhatsApp, click on the QR code to take to the current events for St Erth. If you have any problems, use WhatsApp to text 07919 473555 and join the St Erth Events community group.

FARMERS’ MARKET Every Saturday in the Methodist Hall from 10.00am – Noon. Typical week would include: Fresh local vegetables, free range eggs, locally produced organic beef, pork, sausages and bacon, artisan bread, honey, home-made quiches, flowers, cards and craft. Every week a different village organisation supplies the refreshments. Tea or coffee only 50p. Cakes normally 50p to £1. All welcome.


ST ERTH CHURCH SERVICES Most Sunday services; 9.30am, Parish Eucharist.

WHAT’S ON AT ST ERTH METHODIST CHURCH Sunday services 11.00am The Chapel Hall is available for parties, meetings etc. Please contact Viv Hocking on 01736 740345 For regular events go to www.sterthmethodists.co.uk

VILLAGE DIARY OCTOBER & NOVEMBER 3 October History of St Erth with Trevor Smitheram 7pm in the Chapel. Tickets £5

15 October Meet & Eat (The Church Hall is booked for another event 8 October)

15 October St Ives Male Voice Praise Choir 7pm Chapel

17 October Film Night (To be chosen)

24 October Quiz Night at the Methodist Chapel

25 October British Summer Time Ends

30 October Feast Barn Dance in the Chapel Hall.

1 November Joint Feast of St Ercus at St Erth Church. TBC.

5 November Meet & Eat

7 November Mistletoe Christmas Fair 11 to 4pm St Erth Church Hall

8 November Remembrance Sunday at the Chapel

11 November Remembrance Day

14 November St Erth Church Christmas Fayre

28 November Christmas Afternoon Tea 2.30-4.30pm for Chapel Funds. More details to follow.

28 November Film Night (To be chosen)

ST ERTH CONCERT BAND Rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings at the Methodist Church Hall from 7.30 to 9.30 pm. New members are always welcome with various instruments on loan to members, if needed. For further information please contact Mark Dennis, the Band Booking/Events organiser, Tel: 07954 573939. Email: sterthconcertband.enquiries@gmail.com 

ST ERTH PARISH COUNCIL St Erth Parish Council normally meets on the first Tuesday of the month, starting with community participation at 7pm.
Any questions or comments for the Parish Council may be addressed to the parish clerk, 25 Fore Street, 01736 757575, e-mail: clerk@sterth-pc.gov.uk. Or visit the website www.st-erth-pc.gov.uk.

ST ERTH VILLAGE SHOP & POST OFFICE Post Office Counter hours: Monday to Saturday 8am to 8pm; Sunday noon to 8pm.This provides an opportunity up to 8pm every night, to use your bank account to take out or pay in cash. Also, to pay in cheques to all the major banks. Plus, the usual facilities to obtain stamps, post letters and parcels, obtain currency at competitive rates etc. The shop will be open every day, including Sundays, for groceries from 8am until 8pm. Please support the proprietor Namesh, so that the village will continue to enjoy having the benefits of the shop and Post Office. A still life arrangement may be set up, but everyone is encouraged to ‘do their own thing’

EXERCISE FOR THE OVER 50’S
A regular exercise class takes place every Monday in St Erth Church Hall (Old School) from 10am to 11am and 11am to 12pm and Friday Morning 8am to 9am and 10am to 11am.
This is suitable for all fitness levels. Contact Claire 0779 204 6151 for details.

CEILIDH CLASSES (Barn Dance)
Tuesday mornings St Erth Church Hall from 11am to 12.30pm. Cost £7. https://ceilidhcornwall.com

 St Erth Church Hall (Old School) is available to hire. It is ideal for community activities, private parties, wedding receptions etc.
The hall has a large drop-down screen and a projector, plus black-out curtains installed for the St Erth Film Club. These can be used for an additional cost for parties or corporate events. Please go to https://www.st-erth.co.uk/old-school-room-booking.html for up-to-date information.

The Lelant Village Produce Association (LVPA) is a long-established community organisation in Lelant, Cornwall, dedicated to encouraging gardening, horticulture, home crafts and traditional rural skills. Its flagship event is the Annual Summer Show (often referred to as the Annual Fayre or Produce Show), traditionally held at Lelant Village Hall during the summer. The show welcomes exhibitors of all ages and features competitive classes including:

  • Flowers and floral arrangements
  • Fruit and vegetables
  • Home baking and preserves
  • Handicrafts
  • Photography
  • Art
  • Children’s classes

Visitors can enjoy displays of local produce, homemade cakes, refreshments, plant sales, craft stalls and a raffle, making it a classic Cornish village event.

Come and see the 80th Annual Summer Show on the 18th October at Lelant Village Hall.

The Crafty Warm Space at Gwithian Church (St Gothian) is a welcoming weekly community gathering where people can enjoy a warm, friendly environment while working on crafts, meeting others and sharing refreshments.

What to expect

  • Every Friday
  • 1:00pm – 3:00pm
  • Free soup and light refreshments
  • Bring your own knitting, sewing, crochet, painting or other craft project, or join in with one of the small workshops.
  • No booking required – simply turn up and enjoy the company and a warm welcome.

The Crafty Warm Space is part of the community outreach organised by the Godrevy Team Ministry, which serves Gwithian, Hayle, Phillack, Gwinear and St Erth. The church aims to provide a relaxed space where people can make friends, share skills, reduce isolation and enjoy a hot drink and homemade soup during the afternoon. This is a lovely example of a modern “Warm Space” initiative—combining creativity, companionship and hospitality in one of Cornwall’s most picturesque village churches.

Venue:
Gwithian Church (St Gothian)
Churchtown Road, Gwithian, Hayle TR27 5BX.

Copperhouse Community Café, Hayle is a friendly volunteer-run café that provides an affordable place for people to meet, enjoy refreshments and combat social isolation. It welcomes everyone, regardless of age or background, and has become an important community hub for local residents.

Typical features include:

  • Fresh tea, coffee and homemade cakes.
  • Light lunches and snacks at low cost.
  • A warm, welcoming space to meet friends or make new ones.
  • Support for those who may be feeling isolated or simply looking for company.
  • Regular community activities and opportunities to find out about local services.

The café embodies the spirit of community in Copperhouse, offering more than just refreshments—it provides a place where neighbours can connect, chat and support one another.

For visitors looking for cafés in the Copperhouse area, popular options include Copper Waves Coffee Shop on Fore Street, known for its homemade food and coffee, and The Copper House Inn, which also serves meals and refreshments throughout the day.

Come As You Are – Family Fun Service at Gwithian Church

‘Come as You Are’ happens on the Third Sunday at Gwithian Church. As it says on the tin you can come straight out of bed – just as you are. We startwith breakfast from 10.30am you can smell the bacon butties and coffee as you arrive. This is followed by a short informal service from 11am. Over the last year the worship which is particularly focused on younger generations, includes readings, poems, reflections, prayers and worship songs. Covering topics such as Peace, Sharing, New Beginnings and Trust. Children and adults join together in plays, and craft activities.  At a recent service we made floral gifts for a friend and they were beautiful to behold.

Gwithian Church (St Gothian), Churchtown Road, Gwithian, Hayle TR27 5BX.

St Elwyns Lunchtime Concerts – Every Thursday from 12.30 pm to 1.15 pm, talented local and visiting musicians perform a varied programme, from piano recitals and vocal performances to string ensembles, flute, recorders and choir concerts. Admission is free, and everyone is warmly welcome. Whether you’re a regular concertgoer, looking for a peaceful lunch break, or simply curious to experience live music in a stunning historic setting, you’ll find a warm welcome waiting for you. While entry is free, voluntary donations are gratefully received and go towards the upkeep and preservation of this wonderful church, ensuring it continues to serve both the community and future generations. The remaining concerts for this year feature in:

September: 3rd Sarah Hanley – Flute, 10th John Shirley – Piano, 17th Kenwyn Quartet – Strings, 24th Celtic Fiddlers – String Orchestra

October: 1st Sorelie Consort – Recorders, 8th Mabe ladies choir.

Come along, relax, reflect, and enjoy wonderful music in one of Hayle’s most beautiful and peaceful settings. Everyone is welcome.

St Elwyn’s Hosts T.B.A

‘Come and See’ happens on the Second Sunday at St Erth at 9.30am – 10ish… This year, this intergenerational service where everyone from the very young to the very old has a chance to take part; children, parents, friends and families have dressed up and delivered a short play which has centred around The Super Heroes in the Bible; the lions roared at Daniel from the pulpit and David challenged Goliath as he emerged from the tower and slew him in the chancel. With songs, prayers and a reflection this short service ends with a craft activity for all and coffee and biscuits.

REC YOUTH happens onThe Recreation Ground 4-6pm Fridays

It is just over a year since we launched Rec Youth. This is a Friday teatime Youth and Children’s club. We started this when we heard that HYP (Hayle Youth Project) was to close. The Volunteers are from the local churches and are all passionate about kids and young people and love to see them enjoying themselves. We provide a range of crafts such as jewellery making; board games including giant Jenga; sport activities such as rounders, skipping and quads. The kids love tackling Nathan ( the owner of the Rec Café) on the field. We close the afternoon with a meal together on a Long Table.

NB: Children under year 6 must be accompanied by an adult.

Elwyn’s Ark Adventurers – Starting Autumn 2026
Look out for our Friday morning toddler group at St Elwyn’s Church hall, Hayle. We are looking forward to launching this autumn. It is our vision that every family who comes will feel welcomed, valued, and supported. There will be toys, crafts and refreshments. We hope to transform St Elwyn’s into a thriving hub where children, parents, and carers discover joy, belonging, and spiritual growth through play, nature, and shared experiences.
Watch out for launch date in the Next edition of The Hayle Pump
All are welcome to any of our services or activities – we would be delighted to see you.
Helen Purchase – Reader
The Godrevy Benefice
The Parishes of Phillack with Gwithian, Gwinear,
St Erth and Hayle-St Elwyn