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Armadale Clubs and Associations
Armadale Community Centre, April 2010, following refurbishment and extension, which houses Armadale Library and Museum Space
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Below: photos of Armadale Community Education Centre before refurbishment
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Clubs and Associations: Introduction At present, this page contains tables showing activities with venues, times / days / dates and contact details. The Noticeboard page also contains information about some Armadale Events and Meetings.
Looking for Activities for Parents, Babies and Toddlers in Armadale? See the updated board below; also the Parents and Young Children, Activities and Resources for Parents, Babies and Toddlers in Armadale. Please note that some clubs / organisations may have changed their details. You are advised to phone or e-mail the club representative to check on venue, starting date and time. During holiday periods, clubs may be in recess. Black Moss Management Group, Info: Helen Hamilton, 01501 730799, Black Moss page includes photos There is always up-to-date information about current events in Armadale, and surrounding areas, in the Community News section of West Lothian Courier (20-22 King Street, Bathgate, 01506 633544). |
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SWIMMING |
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Armadale Swimming Pool (North Street, 01501 678520) offers a 25 metre pool, a Fitness Centre and a Health Suite.
Above: Armadale Swimming Pool before refurbishment Below: Armadale Swimming Pool, since refurbishment, May 2009
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Swimming Lessons for babies, children and also adults at
Armadale Academy organised by Discover Swimming UK
Website
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FOOTBALL |
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Football
bookings for local pitches (see below) can also be made at the Swimming Pool's Reception.
Playing areas can also be found at Avondale Park, Nelson Park and Drove Road. __________________________________________________________________________________________ The 3G all-weather pitch at Armadale Academy is
open for bookings. Clubs only. __________________________________________________________________________________________ FOOTBALL News Updated November 2011
The completed kickpitch, Mallace Avenue, summer 2011 ______________ Armadale Rose Sunday Amateurs are looking for players aged 16 and over for wingers and centre midfielders. Contact Wull. ______________ Armadale Falcons Football Club provide development football for boys and girls born from 2001 to 2006. We are the only SYFA registered club in Armadale offering a full range of development football from training sessions, soccer 4's to soccer 7's development football. For more details on the Falcons or on joining a team please check our website www.armadalefalconsfc.co.uk ______________
______________ Armadale Colts 98S who play in the top league of the WLAYFA at under-14s level are looking for more players, born either 1998 or 1999. Training sessions: Mondays at Bathville 6pm - 7.30pm; Thursdays at Armadale Academy 6pm - 7pm. Contact Scott. |
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CHURCHES
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Armadale Parish Church of Scotland, Academy Street, Armadale, 01501 732314 |
Sacred Heart and St Anthony's R.C. Church, 2a Wotherspoon Crescent, Armadale, 01501 740348 |
Armadale Methodist Church, East Main Street, Armadale |
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The Gospel Hall, South Street, Armadale: Meetings on Sundays at 6.30pm. Further information from Roy Marshall, 01324 713835 |
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See their website for photos of their wonderful accommodation and an updated timetable of activities! We have now opened and are open for Young People aged 12 -18. We are accessed around the back of Scotmid, above RS McColls. |
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Armadale Community Education Centre Reception: 01506 282278 Additions 27 August 2011
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Playgroup 9am - 11am
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Zumba 9.45am - 10.45 am
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Indoor Bowling
11am - 3pm
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Sunshine Club 1.30pm - 3.30pm Details: 01501 678511 |
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First Clicks 10am - 12 noon |
Work Club 2.30pm - 4.30pm |
Danceworld 4pm - 7pm |
The Falcons 2005, The Panthers 2003/2004 & The Falcons 2001
4.45pm to 7.45pm Contact 0752 778 5783 |
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Little Dragons 5pm - 7pm |
Adult Kick Boxing 7pm - 8pm |
Computer Class 6pm - 8pm |
Pilates 7pm - 8pm |
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Badminton Club 7.45pm - 9.45pm |
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Playgroup 9am - 11am
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Boogie Bugz 9.30 - 10am for 2 - 5 years at Armadale Community Centre (phone 01506 282282) 10.30 - 11am at Seafield Community Centre (phone 01506 631791) A fun dance class for pre-school kids and their parents Cost: £3 per class, 1st 2 sessions payable weekly, then payable for a 4-week block. |
First Clicks 10am - 12 noon
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Outreach 10am - 2pm
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Harmony Dance Club 1.30pm - 3.30pm New members always welcome. Come along and speak to club organisers to find out more. |
Falcons Training 6pm - 7pm
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Rainbows 6.30pm - 7.30pm 01501 735462 |
Strollers 1pm - 2pm (every 8 weeks) Details from Isabell Orr |
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Youth Club 7pm - 9pm |
2nd Armadale Brownies 7pm - 8.30pm info 01501 734760 |
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Playgroup 9am - 11am
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Jumping Jacks Tots' exercise group, 9.30am - 11.30am For more info, contact Karen the co-ordinator. |
Weight Watchers 10.30am - 11.30am
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Stop Smoking Support 12 noon -1pm 01506 651829 |
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Baby Massage 12.30pm - 1.30pm |
Baby Group 1.30pm - 3pm |
School Badminton 15.30pm - 16.30pm |
Little Dragons 5pm - 7pm |
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West Lothian Wu Style Tai Chi
Chuan Classes
7pm - 9pm Male & female beginners, all ages welcome! Traditional Wu Style Tai Chi for health & recreation + self-defence & weapon forms where required Information Photos |
Weight Watchers 7pm - 8.30pm
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5-aside Football 6.45pm - 9.45pm
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Adult Kick Boxing 7pm - 8pm
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Management Committee 7pm - 9pm 3rd Wednesday of the month |
Spiritualist Church meeting 7pm - 10pm
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Playgroup 9am - 11am |
50+ Activities (1st) 9.30am - 11.30am 1st Thursday of the month |
DAFBAM 10am - 2pm |
Indoor Bowling
11am - 3pm Restarts September 2011 |
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Computer Class 12 noon - 2pm |
Scottish Slimmers 5.30pm - 7pm |
Band Practice 7.15pm - 9.15pm |
1st Armadale Brownies 7pm - 8.30pm info 01501 734760 |
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5-aside Football 5.45pm - 9.45pm |
Armadale
Sports Club
5.45pm - 7.45pm Details 01501 730867 |
JU-JITSU 8.15pm - 9.45pm Info: 07791055327 |
AGDA (3rd & 4th)
7pm - 9pm |
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Armadale Community Council
Meetings 7pm - 10pm 2nd Thursday of the month |
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Playgroup 9am - 11am |
Jumping Jacks Tots' exercise group, 9am - 11.30am For more info, contact Karen the co-ordinator |
5-aside Football 4.45pm - 6.45pm |
ASC 1.30pm - 3.30 pm |
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Mini Kickers for boys and girls 3 - 5 years 3.30pm - 4.30pm, £3 per session Turn up, pay and play Info: 01506 774734 |
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Kettlercise 9am - 10am Starts 16 July 2011 |
Parties 10am - 3pm |
Zumba 10am - 11am |
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Sports Lets - 5-aside Football 10am - 3pm Lets Available |
Armadale Sports Club Soccer School Session Details from Anton: 07504978187 10.00am - 12.00 noon. SFA Quality Mark Standard Award |
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Practice day: Tuesdays Learners (12+): 6.30pm Main practice: 7.30pm Coppie's Bar 07743 672092 |
Armadale Blues and Royals Memorial Flute Band Practice day: Wednesdays, 7.15pm Cavalier Inn 01501 740989 Recruiting new members aged 12 years+ |
(with historical photos!) Methodist Church Hall, East Main Street, Mondays 7.30pm - 9pm
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Karaoke Tap O' The Brae Friday, Saturdays and Sundays + live entertainment Saturdays or Sunday nights All welcome 01501 731979 |
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Accordion and Fiddle Club Masonic Hall, South Street 7.30pm - 11pm 01501 730617 |
Blackridge Thistle Flute Band Their practice is in Regal Bar, Armadale, Tuesdays, 7pm |
Karaoke The Corrie 01501730588 |
Karaoke The Goth weekends 01501 730257 |
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Armadale Masonic Hall
51 South Street, Armadale. EH48 3ET Function hall available for members and friends for private functions. Contact R Muir on 01501 732201 for more information |
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Accordion and Fiddle Club Masonic Hall, South Street 7.30pm - 11pm 01501 730617 |
Hope Bridgecastle Social Club Bingo: Sunday and Monday evenings, 8.30pm |
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Tuesday Are you 50+? Interested in a small, friendly art / card-making class that's FREE? 10am - noon. Just come on the day |
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Colinshiel Court Street Cafe Mon, Tues, Wed: 10.15am - 2pm Thurs, Fri: 11.45am - 2.15 pm
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Mayfield Community House, 198 Mayfield Drive, Armadale |
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West Lothian Family Support (Armadale) Mayfield Community House, 01501 44 66 54 Advice for anyone affected by someone else's substance abuse
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Armadale community volunteers organise and manage the Dale Food Group where fresh fruit and vegetables are sold at really competitive prices. You can find them in Armadale Church Hall every Tuesday 10am - 11.30am, when not in recess, and in Mayfield Community House, 198 Mayfield Drive, every Thursday 10am -12 noon. Info: 01501 733248. See also: Why a Food Co-op? |
Drop in Session: Parents and Baby (& Toddler to age 4) group with Health Visitor, Mayfield Community House, Wednesdays, 10.30am - 11.30am |
U & Me Play: Baby & Toddler group, Mayfield Community House, Mondays, 1.30pm - 3pm |
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Armadale Library The new library's phone number is: 01506 282282
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Chatterbooks Club for P5 - P7 age group: last Tuesday every month 4pm - 5pm Armadale Library New members welcome! Refreshments are provided. Parents should check with the library in advance to see if there is a place for their child. |
Bounce and Tickle sessions for babies and toddlers: rhymes, songs and stories, selected Tuesdays, 10.30am - 11am, Remember to bring an adult who can help you enjoy the session! Ask at Armadale Library for more info or visit HERE |
Bookbug sessions Bring your baby and pre-school child along to enjoy rhymes, songs and stories. The next sessions are Tuesday 20 July and 10 August from 1.45pm - 2.15pm
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Storytime There are weekly storytime meetings in Armadale Library from 10.15am - 11am on Tuesday mornings and from 2.15pm to 3pm on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. Children must be at least three years old and parents should check with the library in advance to see if there is a place for their child.
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Other Activities in Armadale and Area |
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The McGorry/McLaughlin School of Irish Dancing is taught by Anne Marie McLaughlin T.C.R.G. Anne Marie has many honours in her dancing career including all Scotland champion and regularly placed in the All Ireland championships. Classes are held on a Monday night from 6.30pm - 7.30pm in the Tap o' the Brae. They also have classes on a Thursday at Livingston Station Community Centre which the Armadale children also attend. New members are welcome from the age
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Youth Space Armadale (above RS McColl's shop, accessed round the back of Scotmid) Sexual health drop in, Fridays 1pm - 3pm |
Youth Space Armadale (above RS McColl's shop, accessed round the back of Scotmid) Friday night drop in 7pm - 9.30pm |
Timetable of activities at Armadale Youth Space |
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SWRI (West Lothian Federation) The Goth, West Main Street 2nd Monday of every month, May to April 7pm - 9pm |
Dalekids.com After School Club at St Anthony's Primary School, for children in P1 - P7 (4½ - 12 years) from all Armadale primary schools Info: 07985 763377 |
Armadale Co-operative West Main Street Tuesdays 7pm All women welcome |
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Armadale Children's Gala Day Organisers' Group Highlander Hotel, South Street Wednesdays 7.30pm
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Meet Wednesdays 7.30pm, Craig Inn, Main Street, Blackridge 01501 731783 |
Armadale Scout Group for 10 to 14 years Scout Hall, South Street every other Friday 7pm - 8.30pm Info: 07766 771081 |
Beavers for 6 - 8 years Mondays 6pm - 7pm Cubs for 8 - 10 years Mondays 7pm - 8.30pm Scout Hall, South Street Info: 07766 771081 |
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Weight Watchers Tap of the Brae Wednesdays 7pm |
Armadale SC Colts Under 13s 01501 734 594 or 01501 732 194 |
Car Boot Sale Armadale Stadium Sundays 9am -1pm
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St Anthony's Social Club, 59 South Street, Armadale Please note that Bingo is no longer held here. Live football most weekends; function suite for hire. |
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Colinshiel Tenants & Friends Association Alternate Mondays, 7pm: Bingo Fridays, 7pm: Games Night 01501 732117 |
Generation Arts Club Colinshiel Court Thursdays 11am - 1.45pm Gentle exercise, lunch, entertainment. Free! All welcome! |
Hope Bridgecastle Social Club 51 South Street, Armadale Bingo: Sundays, Mondays, 8.30pm Also live football now being shown. |
Tippethill League of Friends If you have a few hours to spare, the League would welcome your help. Contact Tippethill House for more information 01501 745917 |
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ARMADALE |
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In November 2008, it was announced that Armadale has
been chosen as the pilot area for the
West Lothian Healthy Weight Initiative and, as a result, it
would receive funding of £50,000 for the next three years from the
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'Put Your West Foot Forward in Armadale' A programme of led walks and encourages people to be more active through walking.
No booking is required and walkers are advised to turn up in weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear. |
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are now available for booking for Community Lets. Available are sports facilities, the theatre, meeting areas. Details: Jan Mackay 01506 282145. |
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at Armadale Academy Dance Studio Mondays: 7.15pm - 8.15 pm Thursdays: 6.50 - 7.50, Details 07716722574 or 07733140167 |
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Fitness Classes (aerobic and toning for all fitness levels) at Armadale Academy, Tuesdays, 7pm 07793 272646
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Basketball P6 - P7, Mondays 6 - 8pm at Armadale Academy. Info re membership and West Lothian Wolves Basketball Club: or phone 01506 282145 |
Swimming for mums and child from 5.25 - 6pm Fridays, run by female teachers. All classes at Armadale Academy |
Thursdays, 5pm - 6pm: Funky Fitness after school club for
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Adult Football Fitness Club every Wednesday at Armadale Academy's Boys' Gym, 6.30pm-7.30pm. Details from Billy: 01501 751572 |
Super Skills Club (Multi-sports) Thursdays 3.30 - 4.45pm New members welcome, £13 for 7 weeks |
Gymnastics Club For P1 - P2, Thursdays 5 - 6pm P3 - P6, Tuesdays 6 - 7pm |
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Armadale Thistle FC Volunteer Park, North Street 01501 733401 Armadale Athletic FC |
Armadale Rangers Supporters Club 2A South Street, Armadale, Tuesdays: Bingo for members and friends Info: 01501 732136 |
Swimming Club Training Thursdays 5.45pm - 6.45pm
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Armadale and District Homing Society Racing: April-September Shows: December Club Hut, South Street Friday 6.00pm Saturday 1.00pm 01501 732228 Armadale Club is composed of members from other clubs in the area following the dissolution of the West Lothian Federation. |
Shotokan Karate Self Defence
Classes D. Rankine 4th Dan JKA 07902 244030 |
(9 hole; currently not operating) Bridgecastle Road Armadale EH48 3NY
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Snooker Club, Krossbar, South Street (now under new management) Also karaoke Fridays and Sundays 8pm - midnight |
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Aquafit |
Public Swimming Ladies Only Adults Only Swim 4 Fitness School Lessons Learn to Swim N-R-G Splash Over 60s Sauna/Steam Special (includes free swim) Contact the pool for up-to-date info 01501 678520 |
Sauna / Steam Room |
Barracudas Swimming Club places for new swimmers, trials: Fridays, 5.15pm Competitive swimmers: Mondays & Thursdays 7.45 - 9.15pm Fridays 7pm - 8pm. Young swimmers (5 -10 years): Fridays 5.15 - 6pm Developers 6pm - 7pm Info: Jane Callow 01501 490959 01501 678520 |
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Edinburgh Monarchs (ScotWaste) Speedway at Armadale Stadium Fridays, March - October enquiries
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Greyhound racing Armadale Stadium: Mondays, Tuesdays
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South Street, near Black Moss Nature Reserve Junior Section: 2pm Fridays Bingo: Wednesdays 8pm and Saturdays 7.30pm Club open daily 11am - dusk during playing season Darts and Dominoes League, Fridays, 8.30pm |
Watson Bowling Club Watson Memorial Bowling Green, North Street April to September 1pm - 3.30pm; 6pm - dusk Players of 14+ Phone re availability 01501 731373 New junior and senior members welcome! |
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Fitness
Booty Camp in
Armadale begins Tuesday 9th June It will be 6.30pm on Tuesdays and
Wednesdays and 10am on Saturdays at Armadale Stadium (Dog track) - if you
want to come along you can have a two week free trial. 6 free
sessions to see if you like it - feel free to bring a friend.
Just email me:
alayneclark@infinitysearch.net or call or text on 07979 525489 if
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Nearest Golf Club: Bathgate
Golf Club, Edinburgh Road, Bathgate, EH48 1BA Clubhouse : 01506
652232
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Local Cycle Group for Older Adults Info: 01501 731224 |
West Lothian Sub-Aqua Club |
Aquanatal Classes (during and after-pregnancy) taken by qualified midwife Nearest: Bathgate Swimming Pool |
Power Mums Post-natal (6 weeks+) exercise classes Nearest: Bathgate Sports Centre |
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West Lothian Physically Disabled Bowling Club, Bathgate Sports Centre, 01506 419413 |
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Nearest Ski Club:
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Royal British Legion, Main Street, Whitburn Bingo: Thursdays & Sundays Karaoke/quiz: Saturdays and Sundays. Competitive dominoes, pool and snooker. Members needed for women's golf and carpet bowls. All welcome. |
www.westlothian-taekwon-do.co.uk The UKTA is only original TKD association 1967, recognised by the BTC (British TKD Council), which, in turn, is recognised by the Sports Council as the only governing body for TKD in the UK. Contact: Ashley Dowden
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Royal British Legion, Main Street, Whitburn Ex Royal Scots and serving Royals, West Lothian section meet in upstairs lounge, 7.30pm, Fridays Info: 01506 411312 |
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West Lothian Woodland Walks and Activities 01555 660190 Ramblers Association 01501 731442 |
Nearest Archery Club:
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Armadale Parish Church and Hall Academy Street, Armadale, 01501 732314
Services are Sunday morning 11.00am and on the first Sunday of the month there is also an evening service. Organisations are mostly held in the halls unless otherwise specified. Please ask at Church for further information or go along, on the day / evening, to the organisation you are interested in. See also: Religious Groups and Buildings |
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Sunday The Choir 9.30am
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Monday The Guild in the Church Hall Alternate Mondays 2pm - 4pm Contact: Isobel Colquhoun |
Monday Armadale Parish Church Friendship Group
Alternate Mondays, 7.30pm in the Church Hall Grace Harris: 01501 731022 |
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Alternate Mondays Get Together & Time of Fellowship 7.30pm - 8.30pm Contact: Christine McAllister
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Tuesday 1st Armadale Girls' Brigade
P1 - P3: 6pm - 7.15pm. Contact: 01506 653835
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Tuesday Thrift Shop: 10am – noon Come and find a bargain amongst the bric-a-brac, clothes, bags, books, equipment etc. Have a break! Have a rest while trying one of the cakes or biscuits on offer with a hot drink! Support this worthwhile service, which is manned by a helpful, sociable group of volunteers. You'll be pleasantly surprised by your visit, but get there early for the bargains!
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Armadale community volunteers organise and manage the Dale Food Group where fresh fruit and vegetables are sold at really competitive prices. You can find them in Armadale Church Hall every Tuesday 10am - 11.30am Info: 01501 733248. See also: Why a Food Co-op? |
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Wednesday 1st Armadale Guides (girls aged 10 - 14 years) 7.00pm - 8.30pm 01501 653835
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Wednesdays Weight Watchers in Church Hall 9.30am - 11am Contact: Louise Anderson
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Alternate Thursdays Childminders' Group 9.15am - 11.30am Contact: Liz Hanning |
Thursday Sure Start: Young Mums+ 1pm - 2.30pm Info: Sure Start 01506 775836 |
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Thursday Craft Group in Church Hall 2pm - 4pm Contact: Mary Finnie Below: behind-the-scenes photos of the hall before and after their coffee afternoon where they raised £331-31p. |
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Members waiting for the Craft Club trip to the SECC in
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Thursday in Church Hall Anchor Boys (P2 - P3): 5.45pm - 6.45pm Contact: Peter Gray |
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Friday Church preparation for Sundays Contact: Linda Kerr
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Friday Rainbow Music Music and movement activities for parents / carers and their children (between 1 and 5 years) at Armadale Parish Church Hall during term time Contact for up-to-date information: |
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Armadale Methodist Church East Main Street, Armadale
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Monday Concert Ensemble Methodist Church Hall, East Main Street, 7.30pm - 9pm |
Tuesday The Twig Group (Women's Interest Group 50+) 2pm - 3.30pm alternate weeks Craft Group on other weeks 2pm |
Tuesday Methodist Church Men's Club 2pm
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Tuesday and Thursday Mother and Toddler Group Methodist Church Hall, 9.30am - 11.30am |
Monthly lunch club called The Acorn Wednesday Noon -1.30pm |
Thursday Inter-church Fellowship Group Armadale Methodist Church vestry 7pm 01501 730956 |
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History of Armadale Association Second Tuesday, each month, 7pm onwards If you have any tales or photographs about Armadale, please hand them in at the Library. They will be gratefully received! See Noticeboard for any change of date or venue |
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Sacred Heart and St Anthony's R.C. Church, and Hall, Armadale Father James Smith
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Wednesday Union of Catholic Mothers Sacred Heart and St Anthony's RC Church Every 3rd Wednesday 6pm |
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Some of the participants of Armadale's ‘Run for Fun’, which took place on Sunday 1st May 2011. Full results can be viewed at www.westlothianrun.co.uk. In the 5k run, in 1st place was Brian Turner, 2nd place was Neil Adamson and in 3rd place Alex Hughes. In the 2k run, in 1st place was Erin Blair, 2nd place was Euan Hunter and in 3rd place Heather Richardson. |