Knitters & Natterers Show Love For Their Community

The wonderful Knitters & Natterers have taken to “Yarn Bombing” for the first time with this wonderful creation to celebrate Valentines Day! It can be seen in all its glory outside the Rotherfield Stores. The ladies enjoyed creating this piece so much that we’re told more will follow so keep your eyes peeled!

Kings Arms Quizzers Raise A Cheer!

On Sunday 3rd Dec 23 the Kings Arms public house in Rotherfield hosted a quiz night for RSM.  Our host and landlord, Chris , baffled the packed pub with  Christmas themed questions! Following the quiz, RSM held a drinks raffle. Thanks to the large number of donations received, almost every table had at least one … Read more

Don’t Lose It – Move It! – The Big Give Fundraiser 2023

Every year RSM holds a BIG GIVE CHRISTMAS CAMPAIGN to raise extra money for special projects that are close to our hearts. This year we are raising money to run a monthly “Happiness In Movement” session at our Monday meetings through 2024.   The feedback following our trial session in July was very positive, when members … Read more

Blankets To Warm The Community

RSM Knitters & Natterers meet every fortnight knitting squares which are eventually sewn together to make blankets, which can be a very welcome gift for those who may be unwell or have reduced mobility and feel chilly. This week the Knitters & Natterers were pleased to be able to give some 20 blankets to two … Read more

RSM Wins 3VA Award – “Celebrating Communities 2023”

We were delighted and proud to win a 3VA award – “Celebrating Communities 2023” this week. The award was given in recognition of our work in supporting older people, and for providing support and friendship to the wider community particularly in setting up the Ukrainian Hub and Feed It Back table Receiving the award on … Read more

Third Memory Walk Biggest Yet!

On Saturday 16th September 2023 over 35 members of the community turned out, some with their dogs, to complete our third annual Memory Walk to raise funds for the Alzheimers Society.   As in previous years there were two routes on offer, but as the weather was so lovely, almost all opted for the longer route … Read more

Canasta Club

This is our newest club and already popular, with a mixture of experienced players and beginners. Canasta is a brilliant card game for keeping the brain ticking over. The group meet fortnightly at the RSM centre where you can learn to play in a friendly atmosphere.  We aim to have at least one experienced player … Read more

Luncheon Club

The Luncheon Club is the highlight of the week for many people. Our volunteer cooks provide a nutritious three course hot meal, to be enjoyed in the company of friends and neighbours. Menu examples: Soup of the day & bread, chicken casserole with vegetables & potatoes, shortbread and ice cream. Soup of the day & … Read more

Toastie Club

Our very popular club is held once a month at the RSM Centre. Hot toasties and tea cakes served from 11.30am to 1.00pm. This is a wonderful, informal opportunity for the community to come together in relaxed in an informal setting. Open to the whole community, you never know who you might bump into. When: … Read more

Table Tennis

Our wonderful group of weekly table ‘Tennisers’ are keen for more members to join them so that they can rest a bit in between games! It is a great group and you will receive a warm welcome. If you would like to learn how to play or dust off your bat, then this non-competitive group … Read more