Pat Russell and Janet Boulton were both acclaimed artists who lived in Abingdon for many years. In 1986, they both attended a paper making workshop at Oxford Polytechnic (later Oxford Brookes University). Inspired by the possibilities of this medium, they decided to set up their own paper making studio and start creating art using paper […]
Celebrating the 70th Anniversary of the MGA, one of the most successful MG models, this exhibition looks at the development of the design, the influence of speed-record breakers and experimental prototypes, and it shines a spotlight on Syd Enever, the ‘father’ of the MGA. With memories of the MG factory still present in the town, […]
Join us to hear Valentine Roland perform songs from Brittany, Ireland, Scotland and elsewhere. Valentine is also a talented player of the violin, guitar and tin whistle. She began her musical journey at age 14, performing a repertoire of traditional Celtic ballads at prominent events such as the Normandie Celtic Festival. Driven to expand her […]
Travelling troubadour Sorrel Nation brings a soulful mix of folk-rock to country and engages audiences with emotive lyrics, 70s inspired style and a voice full of soul that can truly open the heart. 2024 saw multiple new releases from Sorrel including a single featuring Steve Balsamo in May, the delicate and beautiful live EP ‘Thirty […]
'Fragments to Fabric' textile artworks by Claire Frampton Claire Frampton takes inspiration from Spanish architect Antoni Gaudi, museum pieces at the Ashmolean in Oxford, including a reconstructed storage jar which was in the Rome Gallery, to produce her artworks. Using batik, appliqué and contemporary techniques including sublimation printing and foiling, she combines processes and media […]
Sam Carter returns with a tour of intimate venues, previewing material from his fifth studio album, which is due for release in 2024. Over the course of his fifteen-year career, Sam has earned a reputation for vivid, narrative-driven songwriting ‘as penetrating as Richard Thompson’s best work’ (Uncut). A highly regarded instrumentalist to boot, Sam is […]
Wantage Academy Brass and Caritas Children's Choir return to St Michael's for another concert in this popular series, this year accompanied by Wantage Youth Brass. This is a fund-raising event for The Abingdon Bridge (TAB), TARIRO – Hope for Youth in Zimbabwe and St Michael's Church. Tickets are available on-line, https://www.trybooking.com/uk/FYLI, and at the door. […]
We are pleased to welcome The Urban Folk Quartet to Harwell. UFQ have ignited audiences across the world with their cross-genre, contemporary take on folk music for over a decade. Rooted in Celtic tune forms and traditional song, UFQ also take influence from Afrobeat, Indian classical, funk, rock and a whole lot more. Featuring Joe […]
Merry Wives is a hilarious tale of two clever women who team up to prank a boastful, broke knight trying his luck with both of them. It's a light-hearted romp where wit and community spirit triumph over male ego and jealousy. "Abingdon Edition"? This will be the last play at the Unicorn before is closes […]
Merry Wives is a hilarious tale of two clever women who team up to prank a boastful, broke knight trying his luck with both of them. It's a light-hearted romp where wit and community spirit triumph over male ego and jealousy. "Abingdon Edition"? This will be the last play at the Unicorn before is closes […]
Merry Wives is a hilarious tale of two clever women who team up to prank a boastful, broke knight trying his luck with both of them. It's a light-hearted romp where wit and community spirit triumph over male ego and jealousy. "Abingdon Edition"? This will be the last play at the Unicorn before is closes […]
Merry Wives is a hilarious tale of two clever women who team up to prank a boastful, broke knight trying his luck with both of them. It's a light-hearted romp where wit and community spirit triumph over male ego and jealousy. "Abingdon Edition"? This will be the last play at the Unicorn before is closes […]
