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Stone Poppy Appeal 2026: Where to Buy Poppies
Stone residents can buy poppies at shops, pubs and supermarkets across town from 28 October. Last year's appeal raised £34,482.61 for veterans and…
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Community, charity, volunteering and local achievement stories from Stone, reported by Stone Gazette.
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Stone Royal British Legion seeks members and volunteers for Poppy Appeal
Stone Royal British Legion is recruiting members and volunteers ahead of its annual Poppy Appeal. Membership costs £24 annually and is open to civilians…
Stone residents raise flooding concerns over 870-home plans
Three planning applications for up to 870 homes in Stone have sparked resident concerns over flooding, drainage and pressure on local amenities.
Families explore refurbished Stone nursery at community open day
Animal encounters, food tasting and Forest School activities marked the Early Years Academy’s open day in Meaford.
Stone Christmas Lights Switch On: Stall Applications Open
Stone Town Council is accepting stall applications for the Christmas Lights Switch On on 19 November. Businesses pay £40; charities apply free. Deadline:…
Stone Railway Station Parking Charges Start Early November
Stone railway station will introduce paid parking from early November 2026 at £5.90 per day peak, £4 off-peak, Monday to Saturday. Free on Sundays and…
Volunteers wanted to help uncover and record Stone churchyard headstones
Stone churchyard volunteers are uncovering flat headstones laid around the perimeter years ago. Next session is Saturday 19 September from 10.30am.
Hanchurch to host Stone District annual ploughing match
Stone District ploughing match at Model Farm, Hanchurch on 9–10 September. Ploughing, hedgelaying and hedge cutting classes — fundraiser for…
Stone charity AEDdonate reaches 10,000 locations
Stone-based charity AEDdonate has supported 10,000 UK locations to install defibrillators, from schools and workplaces to sports clubs and community…
Stone Cricket Club Fundraiser for Jem — 21 August
Free family afternoon at Stone Cricket Club on 21 August to raise money for Breast Cancer Now and support local woman Jem. Cake sale, raffle, tombola and…
Junior parkrun volunteers sought in Stone
Stone is launching a free weekly junior parkrun for children aged 4-14. Volunteers needed for marshalling, timekeeping, and other roles. Event planned…
Stone community groups: share your stories
A Little Bit of Stone invites local groups, clubs and residents to share news, achievements and community updates. Submit stories with photos and key…
Pirehill First School Seeks Two Volunteer Governors
Pirehill First School in Walton is recruiting two co-opted governors. No experience needed — training provided. Apply by 1 September 2026.
Sip, Slice & Shuffle fundraiser for Dougie Mac in Stone
Sip, Slice & Shuffle comes to Stone on 20 September — pizza, Prosecco and line dancing to raise funds for Dougie Mac Hospice. Tickets £25.