News and Upcoming Events in Spittal

Fool's Gold - Christmas Show

Carol and Steve Robson are musicians who have been presenting their mixed story/image/live music shows to audiences all over the UK. Often our shows have a theme and include well-known and original music.

We began in the folk clubs of the North East of England, which probably explains why some of the songs are about coal mining!

But the Christmas show?

Can you guess what that's all about?

The Christmas Show comprises two 45-minute halves (with an interval) which are full of Acoustic Christmas Cheer - and a dollop of silliness.

The projected visuals help bring the whole show to life, but the key ingredient?

Why, that's you!

All the music is played 100% live, no backing tapes - Fool's Gold began in the Folk Clubs, so we know how to do that!

​We play a variety of instruments, including guitars, bass, flute, whistles, Amicus (yes, it's a thing) and some clever stuff involving feet.

Intrigued?

See you there!
Tickets available in the Spittal Food Store or pay on the door.

.December 19th 7.30pm

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Unveiling of the Spittal Village Mosaic Sign.

This coming Saturday, the 20th of September at 2pm, we will be unveiling the Mosaic Sign and all are welcome.
It will be taking place on the grass verge of Dock Road, just as you are coming into Spittal. Just along from the wall of the single storey building, where there are the 4 boards about Spittal, including a fascinating 1932 aerial shot of part of the village.
The making of the Mosaic Sign was a community project made from pottery, glass and brick from the river and sea beaches around Spittal.
There will be a short explanation about the historic pieces, and what is depicted in the image.

Spittal Tea In The Park - Sunday 6th July

This year's Tea In The Park to raise funds for the Gardening Group will be held on Sunday 6th July in Seafield Park from 2pm-5pm.
There will be music from Duke, lots of cakes and goodies, tombola, raffle and stalls to peruse.

Spittal Open Gardens - Saturday 21st June

We had a great response to our piece in the last issue of The Point about Spittal Gardening Group’s plans for a Secret Gardens trail. Our first Open Gardens event will take place on Saturday 21st June from 2 to 5 pm. Ten private gardens or all shapes and sizes will be opening their gates, as well as the gardens at Spittal Bowling Club and St John’s Church. Tickets with a map of the participating gardens are £2 (cash only), available from the Community Centre on the day. All the gardens are in Lower Spittal, mostly within easy walking distance. Refreshments will be available at the Community Centre all afternoon and at one of the gardens.

Please remember that most of these gardens haven’t been designed for public access. There may be narrow paths, steep steps, slippery grass slopes or other hazards as well as delicate features. Children are welcome to visit with a responsible adult but must be closely supervised. Not all the gardens are able to welcome dogs. Where dogs are admitted they must be kept on a lead, under close control. Please take care, of everyone’s safety and of the gardens!

Tai Chi for Beginners

Come along every Friday to the class from 11am-1pm held in the the Middle Street Hall at Spittal Community Centre.
Class is free but donations are welcome.
Contact berwicktaichi@gmail.com for more info

Spring Coffee Morning - Saturday 12th April

In the Spittal Community Centre Hall on Middle Street, there will be the usual tea, coffee, cakes, raffle, tombola, etc.

Indoor Car Boot Sale - Saturday April 26th

In the Spittal Community Centre Hall on Middle Street, there will be an Indoor Car Boot Sale, which will open at 10am.
The next one will be on Saturday February 15th.

Fool's Gold - Dark Light

On Friday the 24th of May, ‘Fools Gold’ make a very welcome return to Spittal.
Carol and Steve’s new show ‘Old King Coal’ is an
unashamedly nostalgic retrospective of life in the North of England in days gone by. The stories and songs are a mixture of well-known and original and all feature the fascinating stories and histories you didn't know that hide behind them. And it's not all about coal either. Places, events, and characters of the North all rub shoulders with tales of the pit.
As with all Fool's Gold shows, Old King Coal is a mixture of live acoustic music played on a range of instruments, featuring the amazing stories and histories that created the songs, all backed by projected images. The songs are both original and very well- known. There's plenty for audiences to identify with and join in with, audience participation is always a big part of their shows! There are funny moments and much more poignant tales too, but there is always something for everyone.
Join us for a fascinating and fun evening in the company of ‘Old King Coal’.
Tickets are now on sale on Eventbrite. You can book now by
going to this link: https://shorturl.at/bdqY7.
Tickets will also be available in the Spittal Food Store from Monday 26th February.