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Abingdon Branch of Berkshire FHS: Family History Discussion Group
long furlong community centre boulter drive, abingdon
Christian Walker – Coleshill: National Trust’s Heritage & Rural Skills Centre
Trinity Church Conduit Road, Abingdon
Awkward Actors present: How Awkward (Improv Comedy Show) at The Tipsy Mercer
The Tipsey Mercer The Tipsy Mercer, Abingdon, Oxford
Chess and Coffee at One Planet Abingdon
One Planet Abingdon, Climate Emergency Centre under the County Hall, Market Place, Abingdon
Junior Chess at One Planet Abingdon
One Planet Abingdon, Climate Emergency Centre under the County Hall, Market Place, Abingdon
Youth Sundays at One Planet Abingdon
One Planet Abingdon, Climate Emergency Centre under the County Hall, Market Place, Abingdon
Week of Events
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Are you feeling stressed, tense or anxious? Whether it's down to work, relationships, or the state of the world right now, this course is for you. Over eight mornings and daily home practice you will learn practical tools for coping better with challenges, reducing tension and boosting your well-being in a friendly group. You'll also […]
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Are you feeling stressed, tense or anxious? Whether it's down to work, relationships, or the state of the world right now, this course is for you. Over eight mornings and daily home practice you will learn practical tools for coping better with challenges, reducing tension and boosting your well-being in a friendly group. You'll also […]
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Are you feeling stressed, tense or anxious? Whether it's down to work, relationships, or the state of the world right now, this course is for you. Over eight mornings and daily home practice you will learn practical tools for coping better with challenges, reducing tension and boosting your well-being in a friendly group. You'll also […]
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Are you feeling stressed, tense or anxious? Whether it's down to work, relationships, or the state of the world right now, this course is for you. Over eight mornings and daily home practice you will learn practical tools for coping better with challenges, reducing tension and boosting your well-being in a friendly group. You'll also […]
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Are you feeling stressed, tense or anxious? Whether it's down to work, relationships, or the state of the world right now, this course is for you. Over eight mornings and daily home practice you will learn practical tools for coping better with challenges, reducing tension and boosting your well-being in a friendly group. You'll also […]
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Mindfulness for Stress 8-week course
Are you feeling stressed, tense or anxious? Whether it's down to work, relationships, or the state of the world right now, this course is for you. Over eight mornings and daily home practice you will learn practical tools for coping better with challenges, reducing tension and boosting your well-being in a friendly group. You'll also […]
Exhibition – Abingdon 1945
Exhibition – Abingdon 1945
2025 marks the 80th anniversary of the end of World War 2, and our exhibition looks back at Abingdon in war and peace in 1945. Learn how the war impacted the lives of local people through food shortages, the threat of air raids, war work in the industries, and the influx of evacuees and armed […]
Exhibition: Objects of Significance by Sarah Frodsham
Exhibition: Objects of Significance by Sarah Frodsham
Step into a space where the familiar holds unexpected depth. Objects of Significance invites you to explore the hidden meanings behind everyday items through a curated collection of single objects, each contributed by a local resident. From worn-out clothes to cherished heirlooms, these items reveal emotional layers and personal histories that transcend their ordinary appearance. […]
WOODCARVING DEMONSTRATION & EXHIBITION
WOODCARVING DEMONSTRATION & EXHIBITION
Oxford & District Woodcarvers are holding an Demonstration and exhibition at the community shop, in Bury Street.
Monday, October 20, 2025
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October 20, 2025 -Abingdon Branch of Berkshire FHS: Family History Discussion Group
Abingdon Branch of Berkshire FHS: Family History Discussion Group
An evening designed to encourage open discussion in a small informal gathering. Whether you have hit a brick wall and need advice or made a remarkable discovery, or don’t know where to begin, this is the evening to share. Suitable for all levels of family historians
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
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October 21, 2025 -Yoga classes
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October 21, 2025 -Christian Walker – Coleshill: National Trust’s Heritage & Rural Skills Centre
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October 21, 2025 -Games for a Laugh (social board games)
Yoga classes
Friendly Yoga classes mixing Hatha and Iyengar styles, for strength, alignment and flexibility, breath work , posture, and relaxation
Christian Walker – Coleshill: National Trust’s Heritage & Rural Skills Centre
The Buscot and Coleshill Estate was largely taken on for the great Coleshill House, built in the 1650s it struck a new model in design, layout and craftsmanship that was to influence the English country houses for centuries. Sadly the house burned down during its restoration and before it was legally gifted to the National […]
Games for a Laugh (social board games)
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. […]
Wednesday, October 22, 2025
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October 22, 2025 -COFFEE MORNING (Weekly in Drayton)
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October 22, 2025 -‘good Cause’ Coffee Morning (Drayton)
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October 22, 2025 -COFFEE MORNING (Drayton)
COFFEE MORNING (Weekly in Drayton)
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.
‘good Cause’ Coffee Morning (Drayton)
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
COFFEE MORNING (Drayton)
Coffee, cake and maybe a bacon sarnie, and all for a good cause, run by Kathy Head. Every Weds (but not Oct 29th!). Easy parking, free Wi-Fi.
Thursday, October 23, 2025
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October 23, 2025 -Awkward Actors present: How Awkward (Improv Comedy Show) at The Tipsy Mercer
Awkward Actors present: How Awkward (Improv Comedy Show) at The Tipsy Mercer
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 23rd October Show starts 8pm Doors 7.30pm. Tickets £5. Based on your suggestions, you’ll see scenes, sketches and stories, all made up on the spot, off the cuff, on the fly. Yes, it’s unscripted […]
Friday, October 24, 2025
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October 24, 2025 -Chess and Coffee at One Planet Abingdon
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October 24, 2025 -‘BLISS’ Yoga in Drayton (Fridays)
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October 24, 2025 -Free English Class
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October 24, 2025 -PQA Abingdon Free Launch Event
Chess and Coffee at One Planet Abingdon
Learn how to play chess with our volunteer Laury, whilst enjoying a coffee and a chat!
‘BLISS’ Yoga in Drayton (Fridays)
'Bliss' Yoga by Diane -- all abilities catered for (Weekly -- Friday lunchtimes)
Free English Class
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. People with any level of ability in spoken English can attend – from complete beginner to more advanced. Just turn up as our guest, and we look forward […]
PQA Abingdon Free Launch Event
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 […]
Saturday, October 25, 2025
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October 25, 2025 -Spooky Trail & Pumpkin Patch
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October 25, 2025 -Grim Dark Gaming Society
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October 25, 2025 -Junior Chess at One Planet Abingdon
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October 25, 2025 -Sweet Zombie Horse – Music and stories at the Library
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October 25, 2025 -Story Time at Abingdon Library
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October 25, 2025 -Haydn – The Creaton
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October 25, 2025 -Concert of Haydn’s “Creation”
Spooky Trail & Pumpkin Patch
High Lodge Farm’s best-selling Spooky Trail and Pumpkin Patch adventure is back this October half-term! Step into our woodland trail, where spooky surprises are waiting around every corner. Once you’ve cracked the secret Halloween code, you can enjoy a thrilling barrel train ride around the farm, play rustic wooden games, toast marshmallows over the fire […]
Grim Dark Gaming Society
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 […]
Junior Chess at One Planet Abingdon
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
Sweet Zombie Horse – Music and stories at the Library
Little is known about the origins of `The Sweet Zombie Horse`. What we do know is that she is a magical being that moves effortlessly between universes and dimensions. Back by popular demand! Come and meet the Sweet Zombie Horse at a free showing at the library on Saturday 25th October at 2pm. Book your […]
Story Time at Abingdon Library
At Abingdon Library we hold a fabulous story time every Saturday afternoon - no need to book, just come along!
Haydn – The Creaton
It is a wonderful joyful piece of classical music by Haydn that celebrates Creation performed by the Inauguration Choir and Orchestra conducted by Sally Mears. The soloists are Sara Stowe, Peter Willis and Will Orr. Saturday 25th October from 7.15pm till 9.30pm in St Helen's Church Abingdon OX14 5BS Tickets £15 (accompanied under 16s free), […]
Concert of Haydn’s “Creation”
Sally Mears and the Inauguration Choir and Orchestra will give a performance of the Creation in St Helen's Church, Abingdon - a spectacular piece of music in a spectacular setting and not to be missed! Tickets available from the Bookstore, Ticketsource and at the door. Profits to the church and to the Gerontius Amenity Fund […]
Sunday, October 26, 2025
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October 26, 2025 -Youth Sundays at One Planet Abingdon
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October 26, 2025 -Spooky Trail & Pumpkin Patch
Youth Sundays at One Planet Abingdon
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!
Spooky Trail & Pumpkin Patch
High Lodge Farm’s best-selling Spooky Trail and Pumpkin Patch adventure is back this October half-term! Step into our woodland trail, where spooky surprises are waiting around every corner. Once you’ve cracked the secret Halloween code, you can enjoy a thrilling barrel train ride around the farm, play rustic wooden games, toast marshmallows over the fire […]

