Organiser Richard Preston writes:
The Valentine Club dates to 1952 when a group of “seniors” decided to get together on an informal basis to have a chat and provide some of their own entertainment.
Although times have changed and our ability to enjoy recreation and sport has possibly improved, there is still a need to bring like-minded people together within their own community. Did you know that the over 60 population in Oxfordshire is outgrowing any other age group in numbers and we are all living that bit longer so there is an even greater need to provide something for our age group?
The club meets on each third Tuesday of the month in the Village Hall where we are entertained by singers, dancers and speakers. We always provide refreshments, homemade I must add, and there is always the opportunity to have a chat and meet new friends. We put on coach trips at least six times a year as well as the legendary Christmas Dinner. For a report and photos, please click here.
We provide information on health care and benefits and work closely with Cherwell District Council, Oxfordshire Community Council and Age UK Oxfordshire.
All this for £15 per year and the cost of a raffle ticket if you feel so inclined. If you would like to find out more about the club come along to any of our meetings or give me a call on 01869 340512.
Life starts at 60 so come along and join your fellow baby-boomers!
All monthly meetings are held in Steeple Aston Village Hall and start at 2.30pm unless stated otherwise. Teas are £1 per person unless stated otherwise.
Coach trips are subject to a limit because of the seating capacity and it is advised to book and pay for your preferred trips in good time to avoid disappointment.
Contact
Richard Preston, Chairman/Organiser
Tel: 01869 340512
Email: richard.preston5@btopenworld.com
Website: https://valentineclub.wixsite.com/aston
Forthcoming events 2026
January 20 – The Elvis Presley Show
February 17 – ‘A day in the life of a Metropolitan Police Crime Scene Investigator’ with Hayley
March 17 – Debi with her 60’s and 70’s show
April 14 (note a week early) “My life as a Member of the Inner Magic Circle with Gold Star” with Mel Harvey
April 20 – 24 – Holiday to Cricket St Thomas in South Somerset
April 29 (Wed) – Sudeley Castle – to include meal – £40 (coach trip)
May 19 – All About Bicester Village with Lucy Busby
May 20 (Wed) – GWR Steam Train and meal – £40 – (coach trip)
June 16 – Chris takes us back to the 50’s and 60’s with his music show
June 24 (Wed) – Boat trip – Hobbs of Henley- to include a meal onboard – £40 – (coach trip)
July 21 – Rousham House Tea – £5
July 22 (Wed) Visit to Bath – £25 – (coach trip)
August 18 – Basic, Better, Best – John Place – Time to test your skills with our version of The Antiques Roadshow
September 15 – Return of Tony Hetherington by popular request
September 23 (Wed) – Milestones Museum – £30 – (coach trip)
October 5 – 9 – Norton Grange – Holiday to The Isle of Wight – £350 or £380 for premier rooms
October 20 – Fish and Chips – 1.30pm – £10
November 9 – 12 – Holiday to Gunton Hall – Turkey, Tinsel break – £499 inclusive of coach travel and ticket to Thursford Christmas Show
November 17 – Emily takes us back to the 60’s and 70’s
December 15 – Christmas Dinner with entertainment – Doors open at midday with meal at1.00pm – £10
All monthly meetings are held at Steeple Aston Village Hall on the third Tuesday of the month unless otherwise stated.
Teas to include a hot drink, sandwiches and cake are available at regular monthly meetings for a charge of £1.
Coach trips are, in general, subsidised, and it is always sensible to give advance notice that you want to join any or just one of the trips to ensure we have the correct size coach available. Thanks to the generosity of OCVA, Cherwell Lottery and other grant funding bodies.
To comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) applicable from May 2018, any personal information is held only be the chairman, secretary or treasurer of the club and is either locked securely in a safe place or on a computer only accessible by a secure password.