Galapagos – History, Natural History and Future
An illustrated talk by Karen van Oostrum, Freelance botanist and educator, Associate Tutor for the Field Studies Council. formerly Head of Education at Cambridge University Botanic Garden.

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An illustrated talk by Karen van Oostrum, Freelance botanist and educator, Associate Tutor for the Field Studies Council. formerly Head of Education at Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
An outdoor fitness session designed for post-natal participants Exercises will consist of fast walking, jogging and a bit of running with or without the buggy, but feel free to do what makes you feel comfortable. I give everyone the option as most people won't be at the running stages just yet! We do a mixture […]
Returning to cinemas for the first time in over a decade, Helen Mirren plays Queen Elizabeth II in the Olivier and Tony Award® -winning hit production, directed by Stephen Daldry. For 60 years, Queen Elizabeth II met with each of her 12 prime ministers in a private weekly meeting. This meeting is known as The […]
This six-week course inspired by Oswald Couldrey - arguably Abingdon's most famous artist and poet of the 20th century - offers a journey through drawing, poetry, photography and contemporary painting techniques. Running every Friday from 20 February to 27 March, 10am to 12pm in the Museum Kempster Room, there are 10 places available for this […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for a conversation with author and photographer Jim Donahue, where he’ll speak about his book The Thames Valley: Past, Present, and Future--A Snapshot of English Life, as well as share photographs he’s taken of the area. There will be a Q&A session as well as an opportunity to buy a signed copy of […]
Banish the Winter Blues as The Carpathians Big Band provides an evening full of fantastic dance music; a blend of your favourite Swing, Blues and contemporary music - loaded with fabulous hits across all genres, you're sure to be dancing to your favourites!. As well as a stage loaded with 20 talented musicians, including two […]
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.
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
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