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Posted on 18 August 202518 August 2025 by casadmin

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The recent talk by Neil Havard “Back To Basics” is now available HERE for members who were unable to make the meeting.

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Second Saturday of the month for main meetings, starting sharp at 7:30pm.

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Our monthly meetings take place at Deer Park Archers, Shurdington.
See the map below or use the What Three Words app to obtain a precise location, using "shudders.stewing.genetics". what3words.com/shudders.stewing.genetics

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