Abingdon on Thames Town Council

Volunteer Open Days - One Planet Abingdon
2026-07-25 10:15 - 12:45 (Europe/London) | One Planet Abingdon, Climate Emergency Centre, under the County Hall, Market Place, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 3HG, United Kingdom
We are looking for volunteers who:
-can volunteer for a hour shift on Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sundays (could be weekly/ monthly or something else)!
– are willing to be trained and develop skills (serving in the cafe- climate centre)
-enjoy meeting people and would like to be part of a great community.
Come along to the Open Days to find out more about how you can make a difference in your community.

Chatty Walk
2026-07-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-18 10:00 - 11:00 | The Dog’s Spot, 2 High Street, Abingdon, OX14 5AX
Join us on our weekly walk starting at The Dog’s Spot. Meet new friends, hounds and human, and enjoy a relaxed stroll through Abbey meadows and along the river. Every week, weather permitting. No dogs needed!

PQA Abingdon Free Launch Event
2026-07-24 17:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Europa School, UK, Thame Lane, Culham, Oxfordshire, OX12 8GF, United Kingdom
Step through the doors of our new Friday academy and discover the wonderful world of performing arts. Our project-based learning approach in musical theatre, film and drama nurtures skills for stage, screen, and the everyday scene.
Our exciting creative projects and performance experiences, run by our specialist teachers, allow your child to take on fun new challenges, learn and feel good even when they make mistakes.
From performing on a West End stage and your local theatre, screening their short films and experiencing masterclasses run by industry specialists. PQA Abingdon offers an unrivalled breadth of learning opportunities, allowing young performers, actors and filmmakers to create their own work, whilst being guided by our expert teachers.
Our academy offers a safe and inclusive place for young people to discover their strengths, grow in creativity and develop skills to grow into confident adults. We’re all about celebrating the individual and we pride ourselves on helping young people discover and develop their amazing self.
Try a full session for free at PQA Abingdon

Volunteer Open Days - One Planet Abingdon
2026-07-24 12:30 - 15:30 | One Planet Abingdon, Climate Emergency Centre, under the County Hall, Market Place, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 3HG, United Kingdom
One Planet Abingdon are looking for more volunteers to join our team. We are holding two Open Days so you can visit us and find out more.
We are looking for volunteers who:
-can volunteers for a 3 hour shift on Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sundays (could be weekly/ monthly or something else)!
– are willing to be trained and develop skills (serving in the cafe- climate centre)
-enjoy meeting people and would like to be part of a great community.

Free Healthy Lifestyle Programme in Abingdon
2026-07-23 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Abingdon Carousel Family Centre, Caldecott Chase, Abingdon, OX14 5GZ
Maximus delivers Beezee programmes. We offer free, award-winning, healthy lifestyle support for adults, young people & families across the UK. Beezee Adults is our free healthy lifestyle programme – available in-person or online. It’s designed to help you lose weight in a healthy way, and keep it off for good.

'good Cause' Coffee Morning (Drayton)
2026-07-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Drayton Village Hall, Lockway, Drayton, OX14 4LF, United Kingdom
Coffee and cake, or tea and a bacon sarnie if you prefer, and all for a good cause! Good parking, free wi-fi. Every Weds morning (but check local F’book for any exceptions) – in Drayton Village Hall, Lockway, OX14 4LF

Games for a Laugh (social board games)
2026-07-21 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-07-14 19:30 - 22:00 | The King’s Head & Bell, 10 E St Helen St, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 5EA, United Kingdom
Games for a Laugh is a social board games group based in Abingdon Oxfordshire, open to anyone and everyone. We’ve been running weekly games evenings since summer 2014. We play a wide variety of board games and card games.
We meet on Tuesday nights at 7.30pm at the King’s Head & Bell pub in Abingdon. It’s free to join and you’re very welcome to come along.
https://abingdon.games/

Zumba Class
2026-07-21 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-14 11:00 - 12:00 | West Wing Studio Coxeter House, West Wing Studio Coxeter House Abingdon OX14 3RG, Abingdon, OX14 3RG, United Kingdom
Enjoy 1 hour fun Zumba dance class at the centre of Abingdon at West Wing Studio! ✨💕💃
We start of the class with a fun warm up and energy cleanse followed by embodying fun Zumba formula 1 steps to upbeat fun music!
This class is high pace and fun for a morning workout to start your day!
We finish by doing a light cool down

Elite Youth Sports Summer Holiday Camp – Abingdon (Ages 4–13)
2026-07-20 08:30 - 2026-08-28 17:00 | Fitzharrys School, Northcourt Road, Abingdon, OX14 1NP
Looking for fun, active and engaging childcare during the summer holidays?
Elite Youth Sports’ Multi-Activity Summer Holiday Camp in Abingdon (Fitzharrys School) offers children aged 4–13 a safe, welcoming and exciting environment where they can stay active, make new friends and enjoy a wide range of activities throughout the school break.
Children can take part in a variety of activities, including:
• Multi-sports and team games
• Arts and crafts
• Team challenges and competitions
• Outdoor activities
• Group games and themed activities
Our experienced staff provide a fun and supportive atmosphere, helping children build confidence, develop new skills and create lasting holiday memories.
Suitable for children aged 4-13 years.
Flexible booking options are available, with places bookable by the day or for multiple days throughout the summer holidays.
Book online to secure your child’s place.

Park Yoga
2026-07-19 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-07-12 09:30 - 10:30 | Marina Park
We are a national charity providing free community yoga in nature on Sunday mornings; 9:30- 10:30. We run from May to September and our mission is to improve health and wellbeing. Everyone’s welcome to attend- regardless of age, background or ability.
Park Yoga is free and there is no need to book. Just show up with a mat or towel and some water and enjoy!
To find your nearest venue go to: https://parkyoga.co/venues/

Abingdon Distillery 7th Birthday Party
2026-07-18 12:00 - 20:00 | Abingdon Distillery, Coxeter House, Ock Street, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 %AJ, United Kingdom
It’s our 7th Birthday Party open day – We will be opening the bar & distillery all day to celebrate from 12pm through till the evening. Come join us for a drink & take a look around the distillery.

Expect plenty of G&T’s, a summery cocktail selection, pizza oven on the terrace & good vibes!

And we may be bringing back a limited edition or two from the past for one final run…

Free to attend, dog friendly.

Puppy Social
2026-07-18 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-07-11 11:30 - 12:00 | The Dog’s Spot, 2 High Street, Abingdon, OX14 5AX
Puppy Social is back and better than ever! Free of charge and even a puppacino on house with purchases over £20.
Join us at 11.30am with your fully-vaccinated pup for pawsitive play and socialising.
Up to 20 weeks old.

Grim Dark Gaming Society
2026-07-18 10:30 - 16:00, 2026-07-11 10:30 - 16:00 | Willows Shake Shop, 18 Bury Street, Abingdon, OX14 3QT, United Kingdom
The Grim Dark Gaming Society has been going since January 2023 and provides facilities and equipment for Science Fiction and table-top gaming.
We provide a space to discuss, paint and play fantasy and sci-fi games. We also offer a safe place to play, paint and meet like-minded people with the same interest. Beginners and experienced players are all welcome.
The society is a non-profit organisation made to further enjoyment of the hobby in all aspects. It is also a great opportunity for players to play games with new people and expand participants’ knowledge and passion for Warhammer and similar strategy games. Whilst these are the main games played there is always room for others and we have board games such as, Rumble Slam, Scythe and many more.
The club is based above the willows shake shop at the heart of Abingdon town centre and sessions take place on Mondays and Wednesday between 6:30pm and 10:00pm. On Saturday it starts at 10:30am and ends at 4:00pm. There will always be one committee member at each session to welcome you, and of course me on a Wednesday.
If you want to know more you can email (bloodandwar40@gmail.com) or check out our website (https:/a-grim-dark-gaming-society.square.site/).
In the evenings and at the weekend you can get refreshments downstairs such as milkshakes, coffee tea and cold drinks so there’s a wide variety of hot or cold food available, depending on your taste. All in all this is a great opportunity for people who want to play strategy games for a small fee or you can watch the games and seek advice for free.

Free Bike Checks
2026-07-18 10:00 - 13:00 | Abingdon County Hall Museum
A team of volunteer mechanics will offer free bicycle health checks in the space under the arches of the Abingdon County Hall (below the museum).

They will check, lubricate or adjust gears, cables, and brakes. Or adjust saddles and handlebars, pump up tyres and repair punctures. Occasionally people just want an unbiased opinion or advice and they’ll happily give that too!
Please note that they don’t carry spares but, if your bike needs new parts or bigger repairs, we recommend Abingdon’s two excellent local bike shops: Pedal Power (in the Vineyard) and Behind Bars (at the back of Coxeters House)

Practical Wildlife Gardening (Talk)
2026-07-15 19:30 - 21:00 | Abingdon Baptist Church, 35 Ock Street, Abingdon OX14 5AG
Practical Wildlife Gardening – a talk by Dr Stephen Head: Founder Patron of the Wildlife Gardening Forum

Emotional Literacy and Regulation Workshop
2026-07-15 13:30 - 16:00 | Abingdon Wellbeing Centre, 1st Floor The Charter Complex, Broad Street, Abingdon, OX14 3LZ
Understand your emotions and feel more in control.
This workshop explores why we experience emotions and how they show up in our daily lives. You’ll learn how to recognise, name and understand what you’re feeling, and discover practical tools that help you respond with more clarity and confidence.
Suitable for anyone wanting to build emotional awareness and strengthen their wellbeing.

Planning Committee
2026-07-13 19:00 | Abingdon Guildhall, Abbey Close, Abingdon, OX14 3JD, United Kingdom

Friends of Radley Primary School Summer Fete
2026-07-12 12:00 - 15:00 | Radley C of E Primary School, Church Road,, Radley, Abingdon, OX143QF, United Kingdom
The Friends of Radley Primary School warmly invite you to the help raise funds for Radley Primary School with a fun filled afternoon. Live music from Abbey Brass band, and the School Choir, hot food, cake stall, licensed bar, bouncy castle, glitter tattoos, games for all ages, the ever popular tombola, meet the exotic animals from Radley College Biology Department, and come see the results of the Junior Bake off competition. Free Entry!!!

Oxfordshire Mind Art Exhibition
2026-07-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Abingdon Wellbeing Centre, 1st Floor The Charter Complex, Broad Street, Abingdon, OX14 3LZ
A brilliant exhibition featuring artwork from the Abingdon art group will be open to the public on Saturday 11th July!Enjoy refreshments on our stunning garden roof terrace and there’s even a crafting corner for children.
