Regular Groups
At the Pump House we’re proud to be home to a diverse range of groups, all providing ways to get involved in the arts for the local community, including those supporting children, those living with mental health problems, learning disabilities or dementia.
So if you’re looking for a group whether your interest is the theatre, music, art or dance then get in touch with them – they’re always looking for new members to join. If you’re a group looking for a venue to hold your activities then check out our community hire options.
Theatre
The Pump House Theatre Company was formed in the early 1970s with the sole intention of providing top class amateur theatre for the local community. It stages three productions a year with the aim of presenting its audiences with as diverse and entertaining a programme as possible. Find out more at: www.pumphousetheatrecompany.com
Belmont Theatre Company is a well established award-winning theatre company which usually performs a wide variety of productions (classic dramas, comedies and thrillers) three times a year. Find out more at: www.belmonttheatre.co.uk
Rickmansworth Players is an award-winning local theatre group that also includes a youth theatre, community choir, murder mystery and costume/prop hire service. It stages plays and musicals both here at the Pump House and at Watersmeet. Find out more at: www.rickyplayers.co.uk
Children & Youth
Pump House Children and Youth Theatre
Pump House CYT is a volunteer run, open access youth drama group that has been going for nearly 50 years. Its aim is to provide young people of all backgrounds the opportunity to perform on stage. It strives to achieve the highest standards possible while keeping an enjoyable, learning environment. It does several productions a year including everything from mimes & improvisation through to large scale musicals. It has three sections – Children (8-12 years), Youth section (12-15 years) and Young Adult section (15-25 years) that each meet once week (and more often for some production rehearsals). Members regularly take part in local drama festivals, the National Theatre Connection festival and occasional we take productions to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Find out more at: https://pumphousecyt.info
Dance ARC is an exciting boutique dance school which aims to inspire, encourage and motivate, whilst increasing confidence and knowledge in Dance, Performing Arts and Fitness. It offers IDTA and Melody Movement Dance classes for children aged from 22 months upwards. All teachers and staff are qualified, experienced, insured and DBS checked. Find out more at: www.dancearc.co.uk
Dance and Visual Arts
Pump House Clog Morris are a dance group that mainly perform a style of English traditional dance called North West Morris, although the styles are included. In the winter months members enjoy practice evenings to perfect old and learn new dances. In the summer they dance out at various folk festivals and local events. Find out more at: www.pumphouseclogmorris.co.uk
Pump House Painters
A friendly and relaxed art session run on Tuesdays 10am – 2pm in the Charles Room. Suitable for all levels from doodles to masterpieces! Only pay £5 for the sessions you attend. Tea/coffee and biscuits included. No tuition, members help each other if needed. Bring your own materials. Drop in for a visit.
Inclusive Music
Electric Umbrella is a vibrant community dedicated to empowering learning disabled and neurodivergent people through creativity and connection. Members have the opportunity to work with musicians to co-produce extraordinary music and deliver performances. There are lots of activities online and in-person every week. Find out more at: https://electricumbrella.org.uk/
Music24 is a leading community music charity, working to support people affected by ill-health and/or disability. It uses the power of music to transform lives by reducing loneliness and isolation, improving wellbeing and building confidence, whilst providing vital social support networks. It specialises in working with people living with mental health issues, learning disabilities, the elderly and frail, and people living with dementia and their carers. Find out more at: www.music24.org.uk/
