Welcome to Tempsford Meet Up Group (T-Mugs)

 

We are a group of volunteers dedicated to ‘bringing a community back into their village’

Our primary aim is to enhance the quality of life in our community and give opportunities by creating vibrant groups and events for the whole of the village to enjoy.

As a new group, we have been busy organising new groups, which are open to newcomers

Crafting Group

T-MUGS has recently set up a quilting group for like-minded locals who would like to learn a new skill or simply to get involved with local activities. The group is organised by Anne Francis who has been in love with quilting for more years than she cares to remember. As a volunteer on T-MUGS she has kindly offered to organise and help group members to learn the art of quilting.

The group recently met for their first evening, which was just a very simple chat about the history of quilting, materials, and discuss what little project everyone would like to do. However, the item you make is entirely up to the individual.

The group has decided to make a lap quilt. This quilt is ideal to cuddle under during a chilly evening and a perfect way to introduce everyone to the art of quilting. These quilts normally measure around 36 by 48 inches but can be made to any size you would like.

So how do you join? Simply email Anne on [email protected] to show your interest.

What do you need to bring?

Absolutely nothing if you would prefer to come and see what it is all about but if you would like to join in with the fun, find yourself some material that you would like to make a small lap quilt out of, and the group will be able to lend the rest whilst you’re at the evening. You can simply invest in some small items once you have decided it is something you would like to do.

 

Book Club

Are you a book worm?

Our book club normally meets on the second Wednesday of each month in the Committee Room, starting at 7:30pm. Membership is free and every member has the chance to recommend a book, on a rotation basis, for the group to comment on. At the end of the year we choose a 'book of the year', based on scores given to each book during the year. In 2025, the book of the year was 'Conclave' by Robert Harris. Discussion is usually very lively, but friendly!

Dates for the rest of 2026 are; 8th June, 12th August, 16th September, 14th October, 11th November and 9th December.

Forthcoming books include; 'As I Walked Out on a Midsummer Morning' by Laurie Lee, 'Seascraper' by Benjamin Wood and 'Small Things Like These' by Claire Keegan.

Numbers are limited, but if you are interested, please contact Doreen Harrison at [email protected]

 

Walking Club

The walking club is on hold at the present time due to numbers. The idea is to get some exercise with fellow villagers and friends, and enjoy some of the fabulous countryside in the area. If you would like to get involved please get in touch.

Beer Club

A village beer club runs most months in the committee room on Friday evenings. Nights are themed and feature a selection of different ales from around the UK and beyond. So if you'd like to join a very jovial bunch of beer appreciating villagers, get in touch with Andy Hindle and he'll let you know dates and add you to the Tempsford Beer Club WhatsApp group.

All drinkers need to book with Andy in advance so he can ensure that we have enough beer! Cost is only £15 per person and you'll get 5 or 6 different beers to try.

[email protected]