Heron Court Hall, Rugeley

12/06/2026

Please do drop in for an hour or two!

07/06/2026

To round off Volunteers Week (https://volunteersweek.org/) we’d like to make a post highlighting some of the work our dedicated team of volunteers at Heron Court carry out.

You’ll no doubt be aware that over the past two years the Friends of Heron Court have worked tirelessly, either in coming together for organised workparties or giving of spare moments, quietly and in their own time to maintain and landscape the grounds, or chip in with painting and decorating the interior.

The Friends team is made up of snooker club members and local residents, including a number of our immediate neighbours.

Did you know though, that Rugeley Snooker Club itself is run entirely by volunteers? The Committee and Trustees all have day jobs and other commitments. As custodians of the club and our stunning building, we seek no personal gain, giving of our time to protect this small but significant corner of Rugeley’s heritage and indeed that of the sport of Snooker.

Volunteers come together to make every decision it takes to keep club and building going. They work independently to staff the bar, buy the stock, maintain the tables, empty light meters, do the banking, maintain the finances, perform all necessary correspondence, maintain online presence, organise events and fundraisers, stage performances, liaise with external agencies and the list goes on and on.

Often, volunteering can amount to a full time job, even on top of a full time job, such is the passion among our small but dedicated team.

Shortly, as a result of all the voluntary work that has been carried out at Heron Court Hall, you will begin to see some very visible changes. We have succeeded in raising sufficient funds to complete the first of two stages of roof renovation, a project that will in time help to safeguard our building from the top down. Following this we will look to address stonework.

We’d like to thank everyone who has contributed in any way to this project, whether it be those who helped organise and staff the events staged over the past two years - and all who visited and donated, to those working tirelessly behind the scenes, however many hours you put in - every minute is appreciated, adds up and contributes to all we do here.

This year, we celebrate 175 years of Heron Court Hall.
Without our volunteers we could not possibly have made it this far.

If you would like to become involved with the Friends of Heron Court Hall, whether it be painting and decorating, gardening - even adopting a planter to maintain - or if you have any other skills you feel you could lend to our cause please do send us a message.

04/06/2026

Once again, many thanks to our dedicated Friend and Member, Phil, who works tirelessly to assist in the keeping of our grounds, in particular the lawn and lovely flower bed.

“Delighted to make a start on making the Hall grounds look a little more attractive this evening, no dodging the rain this time. 2 hours and 5 batteries later and first cut done, long enough to keep a flock of sheep satisfied for a week however!”

- Phil, Friend of Heron Court

04/06/2026

Evening all!

Now that No Mow May is over, our garden tidy up begins.

If you would be happy to join us for a few hours on one of the proposed dates, please follow the link to signal your availability:

https://doodle.com/sign-up-sheet/participate/a6da8fa2-31ae-4fef-ba53-bc6d73785bc6/select

We will schedule a Workparty accordingly.

Special thanks to our Phil, who had already made a head start on cutting the grass (and bluebell remnants!) this evening.

Please signal your availability to assist in a workparty primarily geared towards tidying the grounds of Heron Court - there are indoor jobs including painting for those who prefer, or in the event of adverse weather.

24/05/2026

Oyez. Oyez. Oyez.
Good People of Rugeley and Western Springs - Illinois.
On this day, the 23rd day in the year of 2026.
It gives me Great Pleasure in wishing you all a Happy Weekend.
The Good Folk of Western Springs have spent the day, Celebrating The 69th Annual Rugeley Day, with History, Heritage and Humour. Entertainment and Events that are testament to our shared History and Twin Town Future.
On behalf of this little piece of middle England, and the Citizens herein, I send our Love and Well Wishes across the Pond on this, your Rugeley Day.
🔔🔔🔔May God Bless The King! And the good people of Western Springs and Rugeley.

Note: Our main heritage day will be Charter Fair Day. This is a Royal Charter to hold a fair, which dates back to the 1200's. On this day, the Charter fair will be hosting The Ancient and Honourable Guild of Town Criers National Championship 2026. Competing for the Title of the Best Crier in the Nation.
Myself, Town Civic Officials and the Nations Criers will be raising a Glass in Toast to our Sister City of Western Springs -Illinois.

12/05/2026

For our football loving friends, a couple of interesting events over at Rugeley Library this month, celebrating the sport in the area. Sharing this on behalf of one of our members so apologies, I can’t help with questions!

09/05/2026

It’s coming up for the time of year when workparties make a big difference.

Heron Court Hall, home to Rugeley Snooker Club is a building of significance to local heritage, currently in its 175th year.

Friends of Heron Court was established two years ago to assist in maintaining this amazing building, which is entirely managed and cared for on a voluntary basis. Our core group is made up of snooker club members, local residents and those with a keen interest in local history. We are a diverse community.

We welcome interest from anyone who can spare a few hours of a weekend every so often to help chip in, be it through gardening, painting, diy or anything else you think you might be able to bring to this significant piece of Rugeley’s history.

Message us if you’d like to help!

15/12/2025

Don’t forget we have this festive treat this evening!

24/11/2025

A stunning shot from Lee Acocks this evening - thanks for sharing!

14/11/2025

Did you know we were once a location for a music video? We’re an awful lot tidier now, if a little less rock and roll.

This is my second Music Video I've made for L.O.S.T, an up and coming punk band. Check them out, they're amazing.