Village Correspondent
If village organisations wish to publicise forthcoming events in the EVENING TELEGRAPH SATURDAY VILLAGE NEWS they should contact the Village Correspondent David Smith Tel:01604 782620 or Fax 01604 782629 or email
Great Doddington Heritage Group
The Great Doddington Heritage Group was formed in 2009 with the aim of researching the history of the village along with its houses and people. Any photographs or stories relating to the village would be very much appreciated. We may also be able to help with family history researches connected to the village. Membership to the Group is £6 for individuals and £12 per household (renewable 31st October each year) which entitles you to discounted admission to Group events, Quarterly newsletter, Access to the British Association for Local History and the opportunity to take part in research and to assist the Group with their projects. The Great Doddington Heritage Group now has a website which you can access via the link below:
W.I – Womens’ Institute
Evenings – We meet in the Memorial Hall on the second Wednesday of the month at 7.30 pm where we offer an interesting and varies programme of discussions and speakers. Visitors are welcome to attend for a small levy of £5 including refreshments. For further information contact Suzanne Solomon on 01933 276 062 or Tracey Hockaday on 07772 033 320 or
Great Doddington Football Club
Find full details of fixtures and results on 111.full-time.thefa.com. Contact Nick Murphy Tel: 07747 465857 or club secretary Steve Carling gdfcsec@btinternet.com
Great Doddington Youth Football Club
Contact Kevin Howes at khowes@greatdoddington-pc.gov.uk
Beaver Scouts (Part of the Wilby & Great Doddington Scout Group)
The Beaver Scouts meet in the Memorial Hall every Tuesday in term time between 6pm and 7pm. Beaver Scouts are the youngest members of the Scout Movement catering for age range 6 to 8 years old. The Cubs meet on Tuesday evening after the Beavers between 7pm to 8:30pm and the Scouts meet every Thursdays between 7pm to 8:30pm.
For further information contact Simon Cross on 01933 273854 or 07974 217788
Gardening Team
A dedicated band who help to maintain the floral delights of our village. Working on the principal that many hands make light work new volunteers are always welcome. Contact Jayne on 01933 237 770 for further information
Ramblers
If you want to enjoy walking and getting out in the great outdoors, why not join the WELLINGBOROUGH RAMBLERS. Their walks give you a healthy way to enjoy exercise and meet like-minded people. They are a friendly walking group and will make you most welcome whatever your walking ability. The group is run by its members and is part of “Ramblers”
https://www.ramblers.org.uk/go-walking/ramblers-groups/wellingborough-group
The Memorial Hall
The Memorial Hall is a major asset to the village with excellent facilities and parking. If you wish to book the hall, please contact Bookings Secretary on gdmhbookings@gmail.com.
Friends of Great Doddington Park
The Friends of Great Doddington Park was recently formed to fundraise to enhance the equipment at the play park. A number of fund raising events have been held. Look out for further information regarding a fundraising ball to be held in 2018.
If you would like to know more about the group please contact Mrs Sarita Sharp at saritasharp34@googlemail.com
Doddington Ducklings
This is a volunteer-run, stay & play mums and tots group for children 0-5 years. Activities include messy play, crafts, baby area, toys and snacks.
Meetings are held bi-weekly on a Wednesday from 1pm to 3pm at Great Doddington Memorial Hall.
Please take a look at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1240198006101994/
The Food Production Society (or better known as the allotments)
These are located along The Ridge in Great Doddington.
Anyone who is interested in taking on a plot should contact gdfps@hotmail.com or ring Peter on 07467 461 411
Great Doddington Cricket Club
Friendly games are played, which are usually a 20 over match, either on a mid-week evening or a Sunday afternoon – contact davidsmith@dsagroup.co.uk
Village pre school
A village playgroup for ages two and a half to school age. The playgroup, located in Church Lane, is open 9.00am – 12.00noon in school term time and the children enjoy many activities which will prepare them for the big step to full time education. The contact manager is Laura.
The pre school is located in the centre of the village and enjoys strong links with the village Primary School. Term time hours are on offer for children aged 2 to 4 years.
For more information please contact us as follows:
07940 333 784