Yes to November!

Jo MacArthur • October 25, 2025

 

As we edge towards the month that brings Christmas and all that it entails with the seasonal build up madness,

It is hard to believe that this year is almost coming to an end with an air of surprise and perhaps a tinge of sadness!

But there is still lots of activities taking place both here in gorgeous Chipping Sodbury, and not so very far away

From Craft and Gift Fayres to classical music in the form of The Aglica Trio with a varied programme to play.

The ever-popular tribute acts are back with Now I’m Here putting on an incredible show to celebrate the amazing band

Of Queen, with energy and excitement to bring to life their greatest hits crafted to transport you on a journey first hand.

Up at the nearby Badminton Estate there is a day of Christmas crafting with elaborate knitting and scented candle making,

Plus wreath workshops and cookery demonstrations with the chance to taste and enjoy the creations and sample the baking!

November is also the month famous for Guy Fawkes Night with bonfires and fireworks to commemorate the failed Gunpowder plot,

And Remembrance Day takes place as we all honour the service and sacrifice of those who fought in wars and must not be forgot.

On a lighter note Mother Goose, the pantomime, is performed with a tale of golden eggs plus stunning sets and a little horseplay,

So come to The Moda House to experience all that the town can offer and enjoy our lovely rooms for a short or long stay!

 

 

 


Mother's Day March!

By Jo MacArthur • February 21, 2026
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Frosty February!

By Jo MacArthur • January 26, 2026
As we approach the ‘love’ month, Christmas seems like a dream and distant memory, and resolutions are floundering and broken With plans and projects, perhaps too big, vague and unrealistic, put to one side with reasons being left unspoken! February is a short month and can be a sluggish, dark and languishing one, but we can also catch our proverbial breath, Shake off those failed resolutions, pick up strength for new habits and wash away the old ones and put them all to death! As usual there is much happening in Chipping Sodbury Town Hall with Dire Streets performing a show with their classic studio tracks, And an ultimate popstar experience for Swifties and Stylers showcasing a dancing and singing tribute show with a stunning climax! Tony is also on stage as Robbie Williams leaving audiences gagging for more with onlookers asking ‘Is it or isn’t it’, And Vicky Jackson and her band return with their authentic tribute to P!NK wowing everyone with her energy, bespoke costumes and grit! So whilst it can seem like a difficult month getting fed up with waking up on cold, dark mornings, removing ice and snow from the car, We can also begin to feel the days getting a little longer and can anticipate the first snowdrops pushing through and the prettiest sight by far!

Jubilant January!

By Jo MacArthur • December 27, 2025
As one year ends the beginning of another is like an invitation – a gentle, hopeful invitation to begin again And to take stock and have a moment to look back at what mattered most and to reconnect with your brain! January is definitely the month to hibernate on the sofa with a cuppa whilst plotting big dreams and passion projects, And to have time to think about the future and what you don’t want to do and what you DO want to do next! The Sodbury Players are back in action with a Snow White pantomime for all to enjoy the slapstick and cross-dressing parts, And also at the Town Hall there is a tribute act showcasing the legendary hits of Genesis and Phil Collins that touched our hearts. So let’s get on with fresh starts and make the shift from holiday cheer to the reality of winter weather and possibly the January blues, And embrace the time for reflection, planning and setting goals, being kinder and only doing things that we want and choose!