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Get ready for Christmas with Melksham Rugby Club

November 10, 2021
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MELKSHAM Rugby Club is hosting a Christmas Shopping Fayre next month.

The fayre will be held on Wednesday 1st December from 6pm to 9pm at the clubhouse at Oakfields.

Stalls of local businesses will be displaying an array of gift ideas to buy or order! Refreshments will be available for purchase.

For more details, visit www. facebook.com/events/ 575227380353109

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