Latest news: Tribute to Former Mayor and Councillor Nigel Trippett
It is with great sadness that Abingdon-on-Thames Town Council has learned of the passing of former Councillor and Mayor Nigel Trippett, who died peacefully at home on 14 July 2026, surrounded by his family. Nigel served as Mayor of Abingdon...
Exhibition now starting on Saturday 11th July Following on from last year’s Roman exhibition, we will continue the story of the Abingdon area and its people through the Anglo-Saxon period and give a more detailed context to the significant Anglo-Saxon artefacts in the Museum’s permanent display, such as the rare 7th century gold ring with […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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
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.
Come to this drop-in session at the library on Friday 31st July from 10-1pm and discover how these intelligent assistance dogs enable independent living. (The dogs can't come out if it's too hot so this event is subject to reasonable temperatures, please call the library on 01865 815005 in advance if you're unsure).
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 […]
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!
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!
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 […]
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 […]
A creative art course for adults, designed for beginners to mixed abilities. Explore two garden themed guided art projects in a supportive environment in the beautiful St Ethelwold's House, Abingdon. Course Details 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th Aug | 3:30pm - 6pm St Ethelwold's House, Abingdon | £108 If you have any questions please email: […]
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 […]
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. […]
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
Join us in making string and foil pictures with jewel like colours and create your own framed picture of a Summery scene. Time: 10:30am to 12:30pm & 1:30pm to 3:30pm Drop in session, booking not required. FREE entry (suggested donation £1 per child). Location: Museum Basement Our volunteer-run family activities are a great way to […]
We would like to invite families, friends and carers of people living with dementia to our dementia cafe, held on the first Wednesday of each month at 2pm - 3.30pm Come along and join us in a happy, safe space and enjoy a chat, activities and free refreshments.
This free 8 week course explores self-esteem, its influences, and practical techniques to boost confidence. Each week focuses on topics such as low self-esteem, challenging thoughts, core beliefs, and self-care. The sessions are interactive, discussion-based, and incorporate elements of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). Thursdays 2-4pm from August 6th- September 24th
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.
This free 2.5-hour interactive workshop introduces the concept of self-compassion as a practical, evidence-informed approach to supporting emotional wellbeing. Designed for individuals experiencing wellbeing highs and lows, the session offers a safe, inclusive, and non-judgemental space to explore how we relate to ourselves during moments of distress, difficulty, or self-criticism.
Our friendly local group opens the doors of the Northcourt Community Centre to people with MS, their family and carers. We serve tea, coffee and biscuits, and welcome a speaker to our morning session. We bring our own lunch and enjoy some social time, while our raffle is drawn. In the afternoon, we offer free […]
This playful, interactive poetry session for children aged 4-8 introduces ‘The Flying Machine of Dreams’, a new poetry collection by Kate Wakeling (illustrated by Viviane Schwarz). With lively poetry performances and lots of imaginative opportunities to join in, we’ll cheer on the Magnificent Race of the Animals, marvel at leaves, bubbles and belly buttons, and […]
Kayleigh O’Donnell is an Abingdon potter and recent Great Pottery Throw Down quarter finalist.The exhibition 'Cherished Clay' will showcases Kayleigh's creative work whilst on the television series as well as her recent makes. Please join her on the first day of this exhibition, Saturday 8th August, for a Children's art workshop in the Museum Basement. […]
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!
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!
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 […]
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 […]
Love stories, reading, and discovering new favourites? Come along to our Storytime Drop-In on Monday 10 August, from 11am–3pm. Choose a book from our shelves or bring along a favourite to share. We'll also have a fun craft activity running throughout the session, so there's plenty to enjoy! Register your interest at the library counter […]
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 […]
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. […]
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
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.
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 […]
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 […]
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!
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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
Our hugely popular Ozobots event is back during the summer, this time with a musical twist! Book your free half-hour slot between 10am and 12pm on Wednesday 19th August. Perfect for children aged 7+ with their parent or carer. Ask at the library counter or call us on 01865 815005 to book your space.
We will be delving into our store of beads to make simple jewellery. We will also be raiding our cupboards to set up a ‘tube challenge’ where you can transform any cylinder into something you choose, using all our odds and ends. Time: 10:30am to 12:30pm & 1:30pm to 3:30pm Drop in session, booking not […]
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.
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 […]
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!
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!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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
Get ready to Read to the Beat! Join us for a fun-filled Storytime packed with rhythm, movement, and interactive storytelling, followed by a crafty session where children can make their own drums and shakers from recycled materials! Free for ages 4–11. Spaces are limited, so book at the library counter or call 01865 815005.
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.
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 […]
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!
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!
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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
Do you want to improve your public speaking? Join us and learn how to be a better communicator. Toastmasters is a nonprofit organization that operates clubs worldwide for the purpose of helping people develop communication, public speaking and leadership skills.
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.
"I haven't laughed that much in ages!" Fast-paced improvised comedy inspired by your suggestions. Monthly show with the Awkward Actors- Upstairs at the Tipsy Mercer, Abingdon. Every scene, sketch and story is created on the spot, meaning no two shows are ever the same. Expect quick wit, unexpected twists and plenty of laughter as the […]
Our friendly local group opens the doors of the Northcourt Community Centre to people with MS, their family and carers. We serve tea, coffee and biscuits, and welcome a speaker to our morning session. We bring our own lunch and enjoy some social time, while our raffle is drawn. In the afternoon, we offer free […]
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 […]
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!
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!
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 […]
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 […]