The Horton Quiz returns!
2021-09-24 19:30 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris)
The return of the Horton Quiz night – Friday 24th September @ 7:30.
We got bored of quizzes during lockdown – what we missed was meeting up and doing them all
together under the same roof.
Now’s your chance!
The Horton Quiz night is returning on Friday 24th September at 7:30 at Horton Village Hall.
Teams of 4 / £2 per person … and the bar will be open.

Ninebarrow - multi award-winning folk duo
2021-09-30 19:00 - 23:00 UTC
Back for another visit, by popular request.
Ninebarrow are a multi-award-winning folk duo, who are impressing audiences across the country with their innovative and captivating take on the folk tradition. They are stars of radio, TV, online concerts and musical walking holidays. Described by Mark Radcliffe as sounding like ‘two halves of one voice’, by Seth Lakeman as ‘a fantastic duo’ and by Kate Rusby as ‘absolutely amazing’, Jon Whitley and Jay LaBouchardiere combine breath taking vocal harmonies and melodies, delivering songs that are inspired and rooted in the landscape and history of the British Isles. Most recently, the duo were nominated in the 2017 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards in the ‘Horizon’ category for Best Emerging Artist; their latest album, ‘The Waters and the Wild’ (released in April 2018) was awarded 5-stars in both The Morning Star and the English Folk Dance & Song Society’s EDS Magazine, and has received airplay on BBC Radios 2, 3, 6 Music, Wales and Scotland. Folk luminary, Mike Harding, has hailed it as ‘absolutely monumental’.
‘Stunning’ ★★★★★ Maverick Magazine.
‘Immaculate’ ★★★★★ The EFDSS
‘An absolute joy’ ★★★★★ The Morning Star
Another example of how strong British folk music is at the moment.’ ★★★★ The Telegraph.
For tickets, see https://www.ninebarrow.co.uk/horton
Doors Open: 7pm
Concert begins: 7:30pm
Tickets: https://www.ninebarrow.co.uk/horton
Cash bar

"A History in Fifty" – an outline of England’s architectural development seen through fifty properties of the National Trust
2022-03-11 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Paris)
A HISTORY IN FIFTY – an outline of England’s architectural development seen through fifty properties of the National Trust
With David Grech
In 2020 the Covid pandemic impacted on all our lives. For some of us that was just a matter of inconvenience as we put our lives on hold, but for others the impact of the pandemic was far greater; cancelled weddings, redundancy and, even, the loss of a loved one. I was more fortunate and, aside cancelling a couple of holidays and not being able to visit family or friends, life continued much as before.
As we entered 2021, and our third lockdown, there was a tangible sense of déjà vu. Like most people I couldn’t wait to be vaccinated, though it gradually became apparent that, on its own, vaccination might not be the longed for ‘silver bullet’. At about the same time our new National Trust handbook dropped through the letterbox, and while perusing it in an idle moment I started to tot-up how many properties we had visited and, more to the point, how many I had sketched. From there it was a short step to realising that it would be possible to tell the story of the development of architecture in England through a selection of, say, 50 of the Trust’s properties, and that selecting, visiting and sketching those properties might give a focus for local trips once the lockdown started to be lifted, followed by longer trips away in our campervan as travelling restrictions were eased.
I already had sketches of a number of the Trust’s properties, but needed to add another 30 or so to be able to properly tell my story. These have been chosen from amongst all the various man-made structures in the care of the Trust that illustrate conscious design intent. I have therefore included a prehistoric stone circle and a range of vernacular and essentially functional buildings to sit alongside more recognised architectural works. While my final selection is a matter of personal choice, I hope that the resulting collection is both representative of the Trust’s varied portfolio and, at the same time, provides a tangible narrative to the story of England’s architectural development.
Doors open 7pm, talk starts 7.30pm.
Cash bar. Ticket price includes one free drink.
Tickets £10 (inc booking fee) on https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-history-in-fifty-tickets-226406827917

Harbottle and Jonas folk duo - back by popular demand
2022-04-29 19:30 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris)
Doors open 7.30pm, concert starts at 8pm.
Bar and light refreshments available.
Come and join us for another evening in the company of Harbottle and Jonas –
“One of the finest folk duos in the country” according to Mike Davies of Alternative Roots
Partners in life and music, dynamic Devon based folk duo Harbottle & Jonas are one of the most exciting acts on the UK circuit today, combining a love of the richness of traditional folk with their own original and powerful songwriting. Dave and Freya have developed a distinct and compelling signature sound, blending concertina, harmonium, cittern, stomp box, acoustic guitar and banjo with their beautiful and closely intertwined vocal harmonies.
Folkwords magazine said they’d ‘stake money on a bright future’ for the pair. They released their debut album ‘Cutthrope Hill’ in 2014 and even had a beer named after it at the launch gig. They are well known for being one of the hardest working bands on the folk circuit and have clocked up an average of 150 gigs a year between 2014 – 2019. They have been awarded funding to work with the Peace Museum to create new songs using lyrics from the Conscientious Objectors Songbook and in 2018 and 2019 David and Freya led the folk course at the internationally renowned Dartington Summer School this year.
Well-travelled across the UK and abroad they have undertaken two tours of Germany playing in venues such as REWE supermarkets and an 800-year-old church in North Friesland. Harbottle & Jonas have managed to establish themselves versatile in venue, original in song and one of the most exciting prospects on the folk circuit.
Harbottle & Jonas, released their new album ‘The Beacon’ in March 2021, the album received widespread rave reviews and charted at No.24 in the ‘Official Folk Charts’. The album was written and recorded at home.
The Beacon itself refers to Ugborough Beacon, an ancient site that looms over South Brent, the Dartmoor village that David Harbottle and Freya Jonas call home. The home to which they hurriedly returned from a cancelled tour of Germany, rushing to make it back to Devon before the UK entered lockdown in mid-March.
During the weeks that followed, the duo escaped the monotony by walking the moors with their dog, Murphy, connecting with their fanbase via streamed concerts and their ‘Saving the Good Stuff’ Facebook video series (with 500,000 views and counting). After eighteen months of touring with 2019’s album ‘The Sea is my Brother’ the enforced period of calm was, in their own words: “a journey of discovery, that has taught us the importance of love, compassion and empathy, whilst discovering the needs and delights of our inner creature”.
The new album, their fifth, is a collection of songs that seeks to bring comfort, and questions what fire of intention we will light so that our future paths might be more steadfast, clear and community-spirited. Much like the beacons of old that served as a warning with flaming fires, Harbottle & Jonas hope that their new collection of songs written during this period in our history will encourage us to reflect, adapt and sing together once more.
“Spellbinding originals” – Musicians Union
“Disarmingly honest and spine-tingling’” – RocknReel (R2)
“Awash with strong songs & excellent musicianship” – Folk Radio UK
“Fine contemporary folk music” – Tom Robinson, BBC Radio 6 Music
“Stunning songwriting and heart-rending arrangements” – Americana UK

Tickets £15 + booking fee on
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/harbottle-and-jonas-folk-duo-back-by-popular-demand-tickets-214861184587

Horton Spring Bull Run
2022-05-08 10:30 - 12:30 (Europe/Paris)
Horton Spring Bull Run – scenic 4 miles
Sunday 8th May, 10.30am start – Horton Village Hall, BS37 6QN

More details – 01454 319889 or 07501 808468
www.hortonbullrun.co.uk
email hortonbullrun@ymail.com

Reduced price pre-entries: Adult £9, child £6

An evening with the Rockhampton Wind Quintet
2022-06-10 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Paris)
Please join us for an entertaining evening that will showcase the range and variety of music written for wind quintet, from Mozart to Poulenc and Malcolm Arnold to George Gershwin.

The Rockhampton Wind Quintet comprises five talented local musicians: Emma Tenison (clarinet), Little Sodbury End’s very own Mike Lea-Wilson (horn), Hazel Woods (bassoon), Sophie Cottrell (oboe) and Gareth Williams (flute).

‘Wonderful tunes brilliantly played by these talented musicians’ Review in Bristol Post of the Quintet’s recital in Bristol Cathedral

Doors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pm.

Bar and refreshments available.

Tickets £15 plus booking fee, via Eventbrite (see below) or contact chai…@halsvh.org.uk
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-evening-with-the-rockhampton-wind-quintet-tickets-92578543917

Tickets on the door (if available) £18

Horton Bull Run
2023-04-23 10:30 - 12:30 (Europe/Paris)
Sunday 23rd April
10.30am start
More details from 01454 319889 or 07501 808468
hortonbullrun@ymail.com

Coronation party
2023-05-06 11:00 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris)
You, your family and friends are invited to
Horton & Little Sodbury’s Coronation party on 6th May at the Village Hall, Horton.
Watch the day’s events on a big screen in festive surroundings from 11.00am.
The bar will be open and refreshments are available all day.
Children’s activities on during the day.
Enjoy a right royal afternoon tea from 1.30pm.
To book tickets for afternoon tea RSVP to Barbera on 01454319889/ 07501808468 or email barbera.denton@gmail.com
Adults £10, children £5 (3-12 years)

Coast to Coast on horseback
2023-11-17 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris)
A talk by Alison Barlow, in aid of HorseHeard and other charities

Christmas card launch, mulled wine and mince pies
2023-12-01 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris)

Quiz trilogy - part 1
2024-01-19 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris)

Quiz trilogy - part 2
2024-02-16 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Paris)
It’s round 2 of the quiz trilogy, being held at Horton Village Hall on Friday 16th Feb. Doors open at 7pm, with questions starting at 7:30pm.
The cost is £10 per table, with a maximum of 4 per team.
There will be a raffle, the bar will be open, and there will be some light refreshments for sale as well.
And this month’s quizmaster is Holly Standerwick, with money made from the quiz going towards her fund raising for her school trip to Borneo where she will be doing conservation work and spending time in local schools.

Quiz trilogy - part 3
2024-03-15 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Paris)
It’s round 3 of the quiz trilogy, being held at Horton Village Hall on Friday 16th Feb. Doors open at 7pm, with questions starting at 7:30pm.
The cost is £10 per table, with a maximum of 4 per team.
There will be a raffle, the bar will be open, and there will be some light refreshments for sale as well.

Horton Bull Run
2024-04-21 10:30 - 13:00 (Europe/Paris)
Reduced price for pre-entries
HORTON BULL RUN
Scenic 4 miles

Sunday 21st April
10.30am start

Horton Village Hall, BS37 6QN

More details – 07501 808468
www.hortonbullrun.co.uk

e: hortonbullrun@ymail.com

Pre-entry
Adult entry £9.00
Child entry £6.00

See attached poster

Father's Day Breakfast
2024-06-16 10:00 - 12:00 (Europe/Paris)
Yes, it’s Father’s Day on Sunday 16th June, so why not treat him to a Father’s Day Fry Up?
Starting around 10am and going on till 12 noon, there will be a “Father’s Day Breakfast” at Horton Village Hall.
There will be fruit juice, fried breakfast and toast, with tea & coffee. What more could you want?
The cost will be £12 per person, and pre-booking is essential !!
For more information, and to book your breakfasts (and state dietary requirements), please contact Barbera on barbera.denton@gmail.com or on her mobile – 07501 808468.
All that said … you don’t need to be a father or even male to qualify in coming along to the village hall and having a fry up – all are welcome !!
So contact Barbera to book your breakfast, and we’ll see you there !!

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Horton Historical Hearsay evening
2024-07-12 19:30 - 23:00 (Europe/Paris)
Do you want to know a little bit more about the history of Horton ?
Whether you are new to the village or 12th generation or anywhere inbetween, please come along to a social evening at Horton Village Hall on Friday 12th July, for a photographic recollection of village activities of the last 30 years, and a test of your knowledge of all things “Horton”.
Doors open at 7:30pm … and the bar will be open !!
No need to book – just turn up on the 12th July at 7:30– we really look forward to seeing you on what will be a very special and nostalgic night.

Oktoberfest
2024-10-12 19:30 - 22:00 (Europe/Paris)
Horton village hall is holding another Oktoberfest on 12th October.
A lively evening with live music, singing & dancing & supper included. All for only £20!
Great fun – ask anyone who came to the last one in 2022!!
Doors open 7.30pm. Bar available, fancy dress optional.
Essential to book your places now – from
caroline@bannistersfamily.co.uk
barbera.denton@gmail.com

Village Hall AGM
2024-10-21 19:15 - 21:00 (Europe/Paris) | Horton & Little Sodbury Village Hall
As Horton and Little Sodbury Village Hall is a charity, we have to hold an Annual General Meeting at which we hear a report about the past year and elect a committee for the coming year.
The meeting is also an opportunity for villagers to bring their ideas about Village Hall activities.
This year the AGM is at 7.15pm on Monday 21st October. Please support your Village Hall by coming along.

A Christmas Cabaret
2024-12-06 19:00 - 22:30 (Europe/Paris) | Horton & Little Sodbury Village Hall
It’s been a long time since we have seen locals performing at the Hall, so we are going to put on a Christmas Cabaret. There will be people performing on stage; there will be mince pies; the bar will be open. It’s Christmas !! All we need to do now is organise it.
If you fancy being a part of it in any capacity (either on stage or front of house), then please get in contact with either Alison Barlow or Tony Wake through newsletter@halsvh.org.uk, – the more the merrier.
Please come along and take part – it’ll be great fun.

Quiz duo - part 1
2025-01-24 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Paris) | Horton & Little Sodbury Village Hall
It’s round 1 of the quiz duo. Doors open at 7pm, with questions starting at 7:30pm.

An evening with the Rockhampton Wind Quintet
2025-01-31 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Paris) | Horton & Little Sodbury Village Hall
Please join us for an entertaining evening that will showcase the range and variety of music written for wind quintet, from Mozart to Poulenc and Malcolm Arnold to George Gershwin
The Rockhampton Wind Quintet comprises five talented local musicians: Emma Tenison (clarinet), Little Sodbury End’s very own Mike Lea-Wilson (horn), Hazel Woods (bassoon), Sophie Cottrell (oboe) and Gareth Williams (flute)
‘Wonderful tunes brilliantly played by these talented musicians’ Review in Bristol Post of the Quintet’s recital in Bristol Cathedral, 27 August 2013
Doors open 7pm, show starts 7.30pm.
Bar and refreshments available.
Tickets £15 + booking fee

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1029253353487?aff=oddtdtcreator

Quiz duo - part 2
2025-02-21 19:00 - 22:00 (Europe/Paris) | Horton & Little Sodbury Village Hall
It’s round 2 of the quiz duo. Doors open at 7pm, with questions starting at 7:30pm.

Ninebarrow return to Horton!
2025-03-16 13:45 - 18:00 (Europe/Paris) | Horton & Little Sodbury Village Hall
Ninebarrow are returning to Horton Village Hall on Sunday 16th March.
Back by popular demand, this multi award winning folk duo (and stars of TV, radio, online concerts and walking holidays) are back in Horton as part of their mini 2025 national tour.
It’s a matinee performance, and so doors open at 1:45pm, with the concert starting at 2:30pm … and yes, even at that time of day, the bar will be open !! And there will be tea and cakes on sale too !!
Tickets are £17 (+57p booking charge), and are available via www.ninebarrow.co.uk/horton
Book your tickets now to secure your seat – it’s likely to be a sell out !!

Horton Spring Bull Run
2025-04-27 10:30 - 12:30 (Europe/Paris)
Why not spend a sunny Sunday morning enjoying a scenic 4 mile run through the Horton countryside. Starting at Horton Village Hall at 10.30 on Sunday 27th April, the Bull Run is a road run catering for all abilities. Hope to see you there.
Pre-entry is encouraged – Adult entry £10.00 and Child entry £7.00
More details available by visiting the site https:hortonbullrun.co.uk
or e-mailing hortonbullrun@ymail.com or by calling 07501 808468,

Feria Chamber Ensemble perform Saint-Saens' Carnival of the Animals
2025-07-06 15:00 - 19:00 (Europe/Paris) | Horton & Little Sodbury Village Hall
At 3.15pm on Sunday 6 July 2025, the acclaimed Feria Chamber Ensemble (including our very own Mike Lea-Wilson on French horn) will be coming to Horton for a family-friendly afternoon of light classical music.
The centrepiece of the concert will be Saint-Saëns’ Carnival of the Animals, a joyful and playful favourite featuring virtuoso piano soloists You-Chiung Lin and Stephan Dorré. The animals will be brought to life through poems written and performed by Dominic Lopez-Real. The concert will also feature Fauré’s beautiful Pavane, Debussy’s enchanting Syrinx, along with works by Bartok and some jazz pieces!
Set in our stunning village surroundings, this promises to be a magical afternoon of music – one not to be missed! And, as with all our events, the bar will be open, and there will be tea and cake available too.
Doors open: 2:30pmConcert starts: 3:15pmSuitable for all ages (under 16s must be accompanied by an adult)
Tickets available on https://wegottickets.com/event/660292Adults £16.50 (inc booking fee)Under 16s £11 (inc booking fee)
Queries: contact chairman@halsvh.org.uk, tel 07711 672007

Village Hall AGM
2026-07-22 19:30 - 21:30 (Europe/Paris)
As Horton and Little Sodbury Village Hall is a charity, we have to hold an Annual General Meeting at which we hear a report about the past year and elect a committee for the coming year.
The meeting is also an opportunity for villagers to bring their ideas about Village Hall activities.
This year the AGM is at 7.30pm on Wednesday 22 July. Please support your Village Hall by coming along.

Ninebarrow return to Horton again!
2026-09-20 13:30 - 17:00 (Europe/Paris)
Back by popular request….
​Doors Open: 13:30
Concert begins: 14:00
Tickets: £18 in advance (+ 59p booking fee) / £22 on the door (if available)
Get your tickets at https://www.ninebarrow.co.uk/horton ​
We will be serving tea and cake, and the bar will be open. ​

Ninebarrow are a multi-award-winning folk duo, who are impressing audiences across the country with their innovative and captivating take on the folk tradition. Described by Mark Radcliffe as sounding like ‘two halves of one voice’, by Seth Lakeman as ‘a fantastic duo’ and by Kate Rusby as ‘absolutely amazing’, Jon Whitley and Jay LaBouchardiere combine breath taking vocal harmonies and melodies, delivering songs that are inspired and rooted in the landscape and history of the British Isles. BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nominees, their six studio albums have been released to wide-spread critical acclaim including coverage on BBC1’s Countryfile and BBC Radio 4’s ‘Front Row’.

‘Stunning’ ★★★★★ Maverick Magazine.
‘Immaculate’ ★★★★★ The EFDSS
‘An absolute joy’ ★★★★★ The Morning Star
‘Simply remarkable’ ★★★★★ Folk & Tumble
‘Beautiful’ ★★★★ The Telegraph.
‘Super tight harmony’ ★★★★ The Guardian
