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UID:10015879-1764151200-1764158400@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:'good Cause' Coffee Morning (Drayton)
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/good-cause-coffee-morning-drayton/2025-11-26
LOCATION:Drayton Village Hall\, Lockway\, Drayton\, OX14 4LF\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Head":MAILTO:kathy.head@ntlworld.com
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250924T110631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T110631Z
UID:10012955-1764151200-1764158400@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:COFFEE MORNING (Weekly in Drayton)
DESCRIPTION:Community coffee morning – to raise funds for village hall and other good causes.  Tea\, coffee\, cake (or 3?!) maybe even a bacon sarnie?!  Running weekly now on Weds mornings.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/coffee-morning-weekly-in-drayton/2025-11-26
LOCATION:Drayton Village Hall\, Lockway\, Drayton\, OX14 4LF\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Head":MAILTO:kathy.head@ntlworld.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250828T071850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T071850Z
UID:10012900-1764099000-1764108000@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Games for a Laugh (social board games)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe 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. \n\nhttps://abingdon.games/
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/games-for-a-laugh-social-board-games/2025-11-25
LOCATION:The King’s Head & Bell\, 10 E St Helen St\, Abingdon\, Oxfordshire\, OX14 5EA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Amenities and Recreation,Sports & Leisure
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251125T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250915T073252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T073252Z
UID:10015827-1764061200-1764066600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Yoga classes
DESCRIPTION:Friendly Yoga classes mixing Hatha and Iyengar styles\, for strength\, alignment and flexibility\, breath work \, posture\, and relaxation
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/yoga-classes/2025-11-25
LOCATION:Roysse Room\, Abingdon Guildhall\, Roysse Court\, Bridge Street\, Abingdon\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nagy Yoga":MAILTO:yogin67@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251124T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20251118T193634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T151900Z
UID:10016307-1764010800-1764010800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/planning-committee-26
LOCATION:Abingdon Guildhall\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Town Council Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251123T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251123T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250224T132854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T083513Z
UID:10015546-1763892000-1763913600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Youth Sundays at One Planet Abingdon
DESCRIPTION:Lots of skills to learn and share! Come and enjoy the company of like minded young people. Let’s connect over board games\, food music and an opportunity to discuss what matters to you in a safe space!
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/youth-sundays-at-one-planet-abingdon/2025-11-23
LOCATION:One Planet Abingdon\, Climate Emergency Centre\, under the County Hall\, Market Place\, Abingdon\, Oxon\, OX14 3HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="One Planet Abingdon":MAILTO:contact@oneplanetabingdon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T170000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20251024T114811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251027T132600Z
UID:10016219-1763825400-1763830800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Come and Sing Handel's Messiah
DESCRIPTION:Kennington Chorale wish to celebrate with friends and lovers of this wonderful\nwork\, the fantastic achievement of this choir since 1973 in raising in excess of\n£826\,000 for local\, national and international charities. Please come and join\nthis very special choir and raise the roof on 15th and 22nd November – see poster \nScore hire £5.00 or bring your own \nEntrance is free with donations asked for: Royal National Institute for Deaf People (RNID)
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/come-and-sing-handels-messiah
LOCATION:Trinity Church\, Conduit Road\, Abingdon
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kennington Chorale":MAILTO:yrobson1@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250901T074009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T100340Z
UID:10015803-1763821800-1763823600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Story Time at Abingdon Library
DESCRIPTION:At Abingdon Library we hold a fabulous story time every Saturday afternoon – no need to book\, just come along!
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/story-time-at-abingdon-library/2025-11-22
LOCATION:Abingdon Library\, The Charter\, Abingdon\, OX14 3LY\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abingdon Library":MAILTO:abingdon.library@oxfordshire.gov.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250224T111411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T111411Z
UID:10015502-1763814600-1763825400@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Junior Chess at One Planet Abingdon
DESCRIPTION:Chess for Juniors – come along and play a few games in the cool space of the climate emergency centre. Meet like minded young people and make friends. We are hosting these every Sunday – so come along to all if you can. Refreshments available
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/junior-chess-at-one-planet-abingdon-3/2025-11-22
LOCATION:One Planet Abingdon\, Climate Emergency Centre\, under the County Hall\, Market Place\, Abingdon\, Oxon\, OX14 3HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Amenities and Recreation,Sports & Leisure
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ORGANIZER;CN="One Planet Abingdon":MAILTO:contact@oneplanetabingdon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251122T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20240416T115119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T115119Z
UID:10014993-1763807400-1763827200@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Grim Dark Gaming Society
DESCRIPTION:The Grim Dark Gaming Society has been going since January 2023 and provides facilities and equipment for Science Fiction and table-top gaming. \nWe 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. \nThe 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. \nThe 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. \nIf you want to know more you can email (bloodandwar40@gmail.com) or check out our website (https:/a-grim-dark-gaming-society.square.site/). \nIn 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.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/grim-dark-gaming-society/2025-11-22
LOCATION:Willows Shake Shop\, 18 Bury Street\, Abingdon\, OX14 3QT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Amenities and Recreation
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T223000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250828T113223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T113223Z
UID:10015781-1763751600-1763764200@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Ninebarrow
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to welcome Ninebarrow back to Harwell. \nNinebarrow (Jon Whitley and Jay LaBouchardiere) are a multi-award-winning folk duo\, who are impressing audiences across the country with their innovative and captivating take on the folk tradition. Described by Mark Radcliffe as sounding ‘like two halves of one voice’ and by Mercury Music Prize nominee Kate Rusby as ‘absolutely amazing’\, Jon and Jay combine breath taking vocal harmonies and melodies\, delivering original songs that are inspired and rooted in the landscape and history of the British Isles. As well as crafting unique and engaging original material\, Ninebarrow also take a wide-range of traditional folk songs and rework them in their own\, distinctive way.\nJon and Jay relinquished their respective full-time jobs as a teacher and GP back in 2016 and took a leap of faith into the music business – a gamble that almost immediately paid off. In 2017\, they were nominated for a BBC Radio 2 Folk Award: one of the highest accolades in the world of folk music and clear recognition for their outstanding harmonies\, high production values\, poetic lyricism and magical instrumentation. \nNamed after Nine Barrow Down in Dorset’s Purbeck hills\, the duo have produced four critically acclaimed albums with their 2021 record\, ‘A Pocket Full of Acorns’\, released to a raft of four and five star reviews in the folk and mainstream media. This arboreal-titled album brought with it a very special initiative which saw the pair planting 1\,000 native English trees (half of them oaks) and 200 shrubs to form The Ninebarrow Woodland on three acres of land near Gillingham in north Dorset – today the young woodland is burgeoning\, alive with myriad avian visitors and a flower glade. \nNever short of ideas\, the duo embraced the COVID lockdown period with a run of technically astute streamed gigs in indoor and outdoor settings (they continue today) which\, at their peak\, saw more than 2\,000 people tuning in as well as masterminding a special collaboration with two choirs (Hart Voices and Chantry Singers) to produce the charity single The Hour of the Blackbird which raised funds for mental health charity MIND. Keen walkers\, they have also penned two books of Dorset walks (with a third on the way) and for the past few years have run incredibly popular ‘musical walking holidays’ on Dorset’s magical Isle of Purbeck. \nAs they celebrate their first decade and prepare to release their fifth studio album\, it is clear that the name of Ninebarrow has become synonymous with one word – quality. The highly atmospheric ‘The Colour of Night’ (release date: 1st September 2023) is their first release in two-and-a-half years – and is a record that takes their remarkable success story to yet another level. \nSays Jon: “This collection is released in the tenth year since we picked up a ukulele and decided to have a go at singing some songs together. We feel like we’ve come a long way since then – we’re packing a few more instruments in the car for a start! The world has certainly felt a bit topsy-turvy since our last album but we are lucky to have received wonderful support that kept our spirits high – some of the songs here reflect that sentiment.” \nEngaging\, charismatic and humorous – Ninebarrow are winning new fans wherever they go. See them live\, and you’ll quickly understand why. \nThere is no support for this event – Ninebarrow will be on at 7:30pm \nDoors and bar 6:45pm\, music at 7:30pm
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/ninebarrow
LOCATION:Harwell Village Hall\, High Street\, Harwell\, OX11 0EX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20240904T153641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T154451Z
UID:10012281-1763744400-1763755200@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:PQA Abingdon Free Launch Event
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nOur 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.  \n 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.   \nOur 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.   \n Try a full session for free at PQA Abingdon
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/pqa-abingdon-free-launch-event/2025-11-21
LOCATION:Europa School\, UK\, Thame Lane\, Culham\, Oxfordshire\, OX12 8GF\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="PQA Abingdon":MAILTO:jenna.hones@pqacademy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T143000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20251110T091711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T091711Z
UID:10016294-1763730000-1763735400@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Free English Class
DESCRIPTION:International Welcome is a free English class for people of all nationalities who want to improve their language skills. Those who attend are helped by local English-speaking volunteers. \nPeople with any level of ability in spoken English can attend – from complete beginner to more advanced. See the poster for more details. \nJust turn up as our guest\, and we look forward to welcoming you!
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/free-english-class-2/2025-11-21
LOCATION:Christ Church Barn\, Northcourt Rd\, Abingdon\, OX14 1PL
CATEGORIES:Amenities and Recreation
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ORGANIZER;CN="Host Abingdon":MAILTO:hello@hostabingdon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T133000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250411T105546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T143202Z
UID:10012746-1763728200-1763731800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:'BLISS' Yoga in Drayton (Fridays)
DESCRIPTION:‘Bliss’ Yoga by Diane — all abilities catered for (Weekly — Friday lunchtimes)
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/bliss-yoga-in-drayton-fridays/2025-11-21
LOCATION:Drayton Village Hall\, Lockway\, Drayton\, OX14 4LF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sports & Leisure
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ORGANIZER;CN="Diane Holder":MAILTO:Info@blissyoga.co.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251121T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250224T083236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T154002Z
UID:10012680-1763719200-1763726400@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Chess and Coffee at One Planet Abingdon
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to play chess with our volunteer Laury\, whilst enjoying a coffee and a chat!
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/chess-and-coffee-at-one-planet-abingdon/2025-11-21
LOCATION:One Planet Abingdon\, Climate Emergency Centre\, under the County Hall\, Market Place\, Abingdon\, Oxon\, OX14 3HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sports & Leisure
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ORGANIZER;CN="One Planet Abingdon":MAILTO:contact@oneplanetabingdon.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T200000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20251013T080327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T144920Z
UID:10016198-1763668800-1763676000@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Awkward Actors present: How Awkward (Improv Comedy Show)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a show of improvised comedy and drama with the cream of the Awkward Actors squad. Show starts Upstairs in the Tipsy Mercer 8pm Thursday 20th November \nDoors 7.30pm. Tickets £5. \nBased on your suggestions\, you’ll see scenes\, sketches and stories\, all made up on the spot\, off the cuff\, on the fly. \nYes\, it’s unscripted spontaneity – and a uniquely exciting and hilarious show every time. \nOther dates scheduled 23rd October and 11th December. \nSign up to the Awkward Actors mailing list to receive further updates and more improv info here: \n https://mailchi.mp/impro/awkward-actors \nWe hope to see you soon and\, until then\, stay awkward! \n – Love\, the Awkward Actors \n 
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/awkward-actors-present-how-awkward-improv-comedy-show
LOCATION:The Tipsy Mercer\, 22 High St\, Abingdon\, Oxford\, OX14 5AX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T223000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250828T112315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T112315Z
UID:10015777-1763665200-1763677800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Knight & Spiers with support from Craig Joiner
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to welcome the return of the brilliant Peter Knight and John Spiers to The Unicorn Theatre. Last year they played to a sold out audience. \nThe exquisite explorations of the liminal space that exists between traditional and classical music is what makes the music of Peter Knight and John Spiers so compelling and beguiling\, ultimately rendering genres irrelevant. \nThe duo has developed into one of the most thrilling exponents of traditional tunes and songs\, repurposing the material as jumping-off points into the most enchanting exploration. It’s largely through touring as a duo that they’ve been able to develop what has become an extraordinary partnership\, giving them the confidence to record their latest studio album\, Both in a Tune. Released in 2022\, it was chosen as one of the ‘10 Best New Albums from Around the World’ by the influential music journal\, SONGLINES. \nWhile Peter Knight\, as part of Steeleye Span’s classic 1970s line-up\, helped invent a brand of folk rock that is still influential today\, John Spiers as co-founder of the almighty Bellowhead has had an equally profound impact on the landscape of traditional music over the last two decades. \nThe pairing of violin and melodeon is not a new one\, but in the hands of Knight and Spiers\, improvisation and invention meet the listener at every turn. Together they have created a musical document that resonates with history\, but also something that should inspire future generations of musicians to engage with Britain’s folk dancing heritage\, and the beautiful\, mysterious tunes that can be found within that heritage. \nThese uniquely gifted musicians make a sublime pairing\, and create a live performance to be remembered for a long time. \n“An extraordinary collaboration between two musicians at the absolute top of their game. This is an adventure that takes in musical detours you’d be mad to ignore” – Tradfolk \n“A beautiful snapshot of two musicians at the pinnacle of their craft. Listeners will find themselves lost in something magical; anyone will struggle to find something as masterful as this for a long\, long time” – Bright Young Folk \nSupport will be from Craig Joiner. \nDoors and bar at 7pm\, music at 7:15pm.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/knight-spiers-with-support-from-craig-joiner
LOCATION:Unicorn Theatre Checker Walk Abingdon\, OX1 4JF\, Unicorn Theatre Checker Walk Abingdon\, OX1 4JF\, ABINGDON\, OX1 4JF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Music At The Unicorn":MAILTO:info@musicattheunicorn.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T163000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251120T200000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20251023T135426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T135426Z
UID:10016214-1763656200-1763668800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Annual Tree Lighting Event - Free event no ticket required
DESCRIPTION:What to expect:\nLocal school choir performance\nThe Grinch + Santa & his elves\nFree children’s activities\nMagical snow machine\nDance performance\nMulled wine\, mince pies &\nhot chocolate for sale\nPlay 2 Give raffle \nFree parking
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/annual-tree-lighting-event-free-event-no-ticket-required
LOCATION:courtyard by Marriott\, 6 milton gate\, abingdon\, ox14 4fp\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="courtyard by marriott":MAILTO:claire.mcnicol@courtyardoxfordsouth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20251103T114539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T114539Z
UID:10016228-1763580600-1763587800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Abingdon Speakers' Club (part of Toastmasters International)
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to improve your public speaking? Join us and learn how to be a better communicator. \nToastmasters is a nonprofit organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of helping people develop communication\, public speaking and leadership skills.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/abingdon-speakers-club-part-of-toastmasters-international/2025-11-19
LOCATION:The King’s Head & Bell\, 10 E St Helen St\, Abingdon\, Oxfordshire\, OX14 5EA\, United Kingdom
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/toastmaster.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20251031T084929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T084929Z
UID:10016224-1763580600-1763586000@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Talk - Data Centre: Critical infrastructure or digital vampires?
DESCRIPTION:The British government wants to make the country a superpower in artificial intelligence\nand is pushing for the construction of data centres. Who will benefit from this? Join Meredith Williams for a talk to find out more.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/talk-data-centre-critical-infrastructure-or-digital-vampires
LOCATION:Abingdon Baptist Church\, 35 Ock Street\, Abingdon OX14 5AG
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abingdon Carbon Cutters":MAILTO:sallyreynolds@btinternet.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T203000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20251112T151707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T151707Z
UID:10016298-1763578800-1763584200@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:ADHD - The Adult Journey
DESCRIPTION:The adult journey is for adults 18 years and over who are navigating life with diagnosed or undiagnosed ADHD. It is also for partners and close friends of adult ADHDers who are looking for ways to help and support their loved ones.\n\nIf you are interested in attending this meeting and/or interested in finding out more details about this support group\, please type in the link address or scan the QR code.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/adhd-the-adult-journey
LOCATION:The Tab (old police station)\, 19 Bridge Street\, Abingdon\, OX14 3HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20251112T174558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T155058Z
UID:10016301-1763578800-1763578800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Community committee
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/community-committee-11
LOCATION:Abingdon Guildhall\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Town Council Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20251008T102704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T102704Z
UID:10015878-1763546400-1763553600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:'good Cause' Coffee Morning (Drayton)
DESCRIPTION: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
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/good-cause-coffee-morning-drayton/2025-11-19
LOCATION:Drayton Village Hall\, Lockway\, Drayton\, OX14 4LF\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Head":MAILTO:kathy.head@ntlworld.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250924T110631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T110631Z
UID:10012954-1763546400-1763553600@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:COFFEE MORNING (Weekly in Drayton)
DESCRIPTION:Community coffee morning – to raise funds for village hall and other good causes.  Tea\, coffee\, cake (or 3?!) maybe even a bacon sarnie?!  Running weekly now on Weds mornings.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/coffee-morning-weekly-in-drayton/2025-11-19
LOCATION:Drayton Village Hall\, Lockway\, Drayton\, OX14 4LF\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kathy Head":MAILTO:kathy.head@ntlworld.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T220000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250828T071850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T071850Z
UID:10012899-1763494200-1763503200@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Games for a Laugh (social board games)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWe 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. \n\nhttps://abingdon.games/
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/games-for-a-laugh-social-board-games/2025-11-18
LOCATION:The King’s Head & Bell\, 10 E St Helen St\, Abingdon\, Oxfordshire\, OX14 5EA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Amenities and Recreation,Sports & Leisure
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Meeple-Land-Game-Experience.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T153000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250929T150357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T150357Z
UID:10015836-1763476200-1763479800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Tim Healey - A Victorian Christmas
DESCRIPTION:With a wealth of innovations such as Christmas trees\, cards and crackers\,  the Victorians shaped our festivities today.  This entertaining talk describes how Santa Claus arrived\, with his reindeer sleigh\, the plight of the poor and the influence of Dickens\, as well as exploring bygone customs such as Goose Clubs and the ‘Christmassing’ of London costermongers.  Tim Healey is one of our most popular speakers and is a writer and broadcaster who has presented many programmes on BBC Radio 3 and 4.  He is a frequent contributor to the Oxford Times colour magazine\, Oxfordshire Limited Edition\, and leads the 17th-century costume band\, the Oxford Waits.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/tim-healey-a-victorian-christmas
LOCATION:Trinity Church\, Conduit Road\, Abingdon
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Abingdon and District National Trust Association":MAILTO:ruthweinburg@waitrose.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T090000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251118T103000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250915T073252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T073252Z
UID:10015826-1763456400-1763461800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Yoga classes
DESCRIPTION:Friendly Yoga classes mixing Hatha and Iyengar styles\, for strength\, alignment and flexibility\, breath work \, posture\, and relaxation
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/yoga-classes/2025-11-18
LOCATION:Roysse Room\, Abingdon Guildhall\, Roysse Court\, Bridge Street\, Abingdon\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nagy Yoga":MAILTO:yogin67@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T213000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250414T143001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T143001Z
UID:10015584-1763407800-1763415000@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Abingdon Branch of Berkshire FHS: ‘Children & War: Experiences of WW2 in Oxfordshire’ - A talk by Liz Woolley
DESCRIPTION:Although spared the bombs\, Oxfordshire felt the deep impact of World War II.  This talk explores how local children and evacuees experienced life during the war – through disruption\, adaptation and resilience.  It offers a moving insight into childhood on the home front.
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/abingdon-branch-of-berkshire-fhs-children-war-experiences-of-ww2-in-oxfordshire-a-talk-by-liz-woolley
LOCATION:long furlong community centre\, boulter drive\, abingdon\, oxfordshire\, OX14 1XP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Heritage
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ORGANIZER;CN="berkshire family history society":MAILTO:abingdon@berksfhs.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251117T190000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20251112T164913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T144304Z
UID:10016300-1763406000-1763406000@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Environment\, Amenities and Infrastructure committee
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/environment-amenities-and-infrastructure-committee-3
LOCATION:Abingdon Guildhall\, Abbey Close\, Abingdon\, OX14 3JD\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Town Council Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260501T144319
CREATED:20250224T132854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T083513Z
UID:10015545-1763287200-1763308800@www.abingdon.gov.uk
SUMMARY:Youth Sundays at One Planet Abingdon
DESCRIPTION:Lots of skills to learn and share! Come and enjoy the company of like minded young people. Let’s connect over board games\, food music and an opportunity to discuss what matters to you in a safe space!
URL:https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/event/youth-sundays-at-one-planet-abingdon/2025-11-16
LOCATION:One Planet Abingdon\, Climate Emergency Centre\, under the County Hall\, Market Place\, Abingdon\, Oxon\, OX14 3HG\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Environment
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ORGANIZER;CN="One Planet Abingdon":MAILTO:contact@oneplanetabingdon.org
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