WHERE THE FECK IS FECKENHAM?

Feckenham is a tiny, picturesque village consisting of just under two hundred houses, two pubs, two churches, one garage and one FeckenOdeon. We're on the B4090 between Hanbury and Cookhill. If you have a map to hand look for Redditch - you'll find us about three miles to the south-west. Once you're in the village the FeckenOdeon is simple to locate - we're handily positioned on the High Street about half way between the Rose & Crown and The Lygon Arms.

Scroll down for other attractions and a "What's On" Guide.

Not a lot! - which is just the way we like it! Having said that it's quite a lively place with a  a busy social calendar. The Square is actually the village green and a happy half hour can be spent just meandering around in the chocolate box prettiness of it all. There are lots of well marked public footpaths if you want a more extensive ramble - there's a (slightly faded) map in the village hall car park to get you started.

The following is a list (with links if available)

of some of the things to be enjoyed in Feckenham....

The Rose & Crown, High Street. Tel.: 01527 892188 : Classic country pub with a warm welcome from the Clarke family. Bar, lounge, separate restaurant and large beer garden. Real ale, excellent home cooked British food, inglenook fireplace. Lively public bar full of local character(s). Pre show suppers - reservations advised. You can buy FeckenOdeon tickets here. Their website has details: roseandcrownfeckenham.co.uk/

The Lygon Arms, Alcester/Droitwich Road. Tel.: 01527 893495 : Matt and Jen invite you to enjoy real ales, fine wines and home cooked food with local ingredients. Cosy local bar with pool table and a big screen telly for sports events - PLUS a sophisticated restaurant. Food theme nights, special events and takeaways. See their website HERE for details.

Church of St John the Baptist, The Square : Beautiful village church with a wealth of history involving the Culpepper family and mysterious secret passages. The eight bells ring out most Sundays and the churchyard is a green and leafy haven of peace.

Feckenham Cricket Club, Mill Lane : With the idyllic backcloth of the church and the rolling Worcestershire countryside this has to be one of the nicest places to sleep though village cricket on a sunny afternoon - there's a bar too! Click HERE for fixtures.

WHAT ELSE IS THERE IN FECKENHAM?

J.W. & A.J Barrett, Metal Fabricators : "You name it, we'll make it" is the proud boast of James Barrett and son Adam - and it's true! Anything in metal - sculptures, gates, cupolas, weather vanes, dining tables.... the list is endless. Visit the Barrett web site at www.artmetal.co.uk and be prepared to be amazed. James even found time to make and install much of the FeckenOdeon's stage machinery - now that's creative!

Winfields Megastore, Astwood Lane. Tel.: 01527 892935 : Everything for the outdoor life. Formerly the famous Barrett’s of Feckenham - now run by another family firm.  Take a look at their website: http://www.winfieldsmegastore.com/

The Steps Guest House, High Street: Want to come to the FeckenOdeon and make a real night of it? Why not stay at The Steps - almost opposite. Distinctive rooms in a lovely Georgian house. Take a look at www.thesteps.co.uk for details or call 01527 892678.

Feckenham Wylde Moor Nature Reserve, Moors Lane : This is the place to see Ragged Robins, Spotted Orchids, Little Grebes and no less than sixteen species of dragonfly. Check www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk or call 0121 445 4310 for details.

Feckenham Art Society: A group of local artists - they meet weekly and new members are always welcome. Annual exhibition coincides with Feckenham Wake each year.

FeckenPhoto: Pictures of Feckenham and lots more besides. Online Gallery and shop displaying the work of a Feckenham photographer (who also happens to be the FeckenOdeon's Chairman) - view samples at www.feckenphoto.co.uk

Ian Ridley, Watercolour Artist: Landscapes and other great pictures from a talented Feckenham artist. Online gallery at www.ianridleywatercolours.co.uk

Pictures and Picture Framing:: Up (but not over) the hill to Astwood Bank you'll find Astwood Galleries - fine original works for sale as well as individually crafted bespoke frames. Check out http://www.astwood-galleries.co.uk/

For further FeckenInformation take a look at www.feckenham.com

WHAT'S ON IN FECKENHAM

Feckenham Village Hall - Home of the FeckenOdeon Cinema. When it's not being a cinema it's a multi-use building with two public halls - and it's a vital part of Feckenham's community. It's one of the busiest Village Halls in Worcestershire and has recently enjoyed a £180,000 refit courtesy of the National Lottery. It's available for public hire - all enquiries to The Booking Secretary - CLICK HERE

Orchard House B&B:: A lovely place to stay just outside the village. Country views and great cooking in a truly tranquil setting.

Great Escape:: Want to arrive at The FeckenOdeon in style? This is your chance! Fantastic old cars to hire - from Jensen Interceptors to Moggie Minors. Live your fantasies at  www.greatescapecars.co.uk

The Village Shop, Droitwich Road: Feckenham’s community shop. Open every day. Run by volunteers - stocks an excellent range of food and essentials. Also has a high quality deli, sells fresh bread, newspapers - and it has a coffee shop. You can buy FeckenOdeon tickets here.

Honeysuckle House B&B: On High Street right next door to the FeckenOdeon. Top class accommodation in a lovely village house with period furniture and a beautiful garden. Gourmet breakfasts and all home comforts at a very reasonable price. Call 01527 892140

 The Shindig Touring Arts programme in Feckenham

Click HERE for details of forthcoming shows

If you’re buying books, videos or DVDs you can help your favourite Cinema Society by clicking on the Amazon icon. The Society will receive 5% of the value of any order you place during your visit to the Amazon site

What’s happening in our big neighbour - the Borough of Redditch.

Shows at the Palace and Kingsley Theatres plus exhibitions, concerts, etc.

Click the logo to visit the Arts in Redditch website

The FeckenOdeon Cinema Society is an Affiliate Member of the British Federation of Film Societies - bringing Cinema to everyone. Click the logo to visit the BFFS website

You can also find us at the following site:

If you're interested in what happens in the projection room visit:

The Mad Cornish Projectionist

4th - Tory Wooden Horse Race - Feckenham Village Hall - 7pm

10th - POTICHE - Feckenodeon 2 - 8pm. Click HERE for details

12th - How Steeple Sinderby Wanderers Won the FA Cup - New Perspectives Theatre Co / Shindig - 7.30pm - Feckenham Village Hall - Click HERE for details

18th - The Great Feckenham QUIZ - 7.30pm - Feckenham Village Hall

25th - MONSTERS INC - The FeckenOdeon Cinema - 2.30pm. Click HERE for details

25th - THE DAM BUSTERS - The FeckenOdeon Cinema - 7.30pm. Click HERE for details

February 2012

March 2012

25th - Spaghetti Swing - Sid Hero / Shindig - 7.30pm - Feckenham Village Hall - Click HERE for details

31st - HIGH ANXIETY - The FeckenOdeon Cinema - 7.30pm. Click HERE for details