What's on at St John's Place
Book your community event or activity at St John's Place and we will advertise it here for free!
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Weekly events
Bemerton Live, Friday Mornings
Gentle Exercise for the over 55s, followed by coffee and chat. Cost £7, Refreshments included.
The programme for December is given below and can be downloaded at this link.
Weekly yoga sessions
A number of instructors have regular yoga classes in St John's Place. Details of classes, and contact details for instructors, are given on their websites, see below:
Susan Stephenson (Tuesday evenings 6:30 pm) see https://susanstephensonyoga.co.uk/times-and-classes/
Emma Lovell (Wednesday mornings from 9:30 - 10:30am) see www.emmalovellyoga.co.uk
Jo Coleman (Thursday evenings 6:00pm and 7:45pm) see https://yogasalisbury.co.uk/classes-and-prices/.
Monthly and one off Events
Wednesday 3rd December
Doors open: 18:45
Bemerton Film Society and Salisbury Soroptimists
invite you to a special screening of
The Farewell
A Chinese family gather to say a final farewell to grandma - without telling her she's dying.
Mulled wine (or a soft drink) and mince pies are included in the ticket price of £12. A licenced cash bar is also available.
The film is being shown as part of the Salisbury Soroptimists’ ‘Orange the World’ programme and any profits from the screening will be donated to Salisbury Women’s Refuge.
For more information and to book a ticket:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-farewell-film-night-for-the-soroptimists-2025-tickets-1851549186459
Friday December 5th 7:15 pm
Candlelit Relaxing Soundbath with Gemma
Experience being in this beautiful calming space listening to the sounds and feeling the vibrations of singing bowls.
Soundbaths are a great way to switch off, calm the mind and feel relaxed, people often say they sleep well afterwards as well.
Limited spaces available and advance booking is needed on:
https://salisburymeditationandsoundtherapy.co.uk/candlelit-relaxing-soundbath/
Saturday 6th December - St Andrews Road - 6pm
Christmas Light Switch On
Join with local residents for this annual fun event to mark the start of the Christmas season. Count down and switch on of lights at 6pm, with Ukulele Band "The Salisbury Pluckers" and hot chocolate, mulled wine and mince pies available from outside 16 St Andrews Road.
All funds raised go towards St John's Place
Wednesday 10th December
Bemerton Film Society
Doors open 7:00pm, Programme starts 7:30pm
Bemerton Film Society present their traditional mystery film (15 Certificate) to help get the Christmas season well and truly underway. We are told this will be a seasonal film to appeal to everyone and warm your heart.
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Coming up in 2026 ~
Wednesday 14th January
Widow Cliquot (15 certificate)
Madame Cliquot takes over her husband's vineyards after his death and battles sexism and the disruptions of war to create something magical.
Sunday December 14th 7pm - 9pm
Join Lilli Badcock for
Sound Reiki® Sound Bath
A group sound bath experience featuring Sound Reiki® healing, which is perfect for releasing anxiety and stress and processing grief. For more information and to book a place:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/sound-reiki-sound-bath-tickets-1769369765599
Bemerton Talks takes a break in December but will resume on 21st January 2026 when we will be joined by local stonemason Andrew Ziminski, who will speak about his work both as a stonemason and a Church conservator. He will also be signing copies of his book.
Friday 19th December 6:00 - 9:30pm
Xmas Party with Salisbury Dancers
Come and groove your move with dancing to some great tunes across 60s to 80s Motown, Rock, Soul, Salsa line dancing and Disco, including Xmas tracks!
Buffet and raffle, non-alcoholic refreshment. Please bring your own drinks - and of course ALL profits will go to Salisbury Hospice and Cancer Care.
Non-member tickets just £8 each. Places are limited so please book your place in advance by contacting Fiona on her 'Salisbury Dancers UK' Facebook page or at fi@vitalimpact.co.uk or text 07803 525431
Sunday December 21st 6:45 pm
Candlelit Relaxing Soundbath with Gemma
Experience being in this beautiful calming space listening to the sounds and feeling the vibrations of singing bowls.
Soundbaths are a great way to switch off, calm the mind and feel relaxed, people often say they sleep well afterwards as well.
Limited spaces available and advance booking is needed on:
https://salisburymeditationandsoundtherapy.co.uk/candlelit-relaxing-soundbath/