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.

Friendly Yoga classes mixing Hatha and Iyengar styles, for strength, alignment and flexibility, breath work , posture, and relaxation

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 […]

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. […]

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

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. If you are interested in attending this meeting and/or interested in finding out […]

The British government wants to make the country a superpower in artificial intelligence and is pushing for the construction of data centres. Who will benefit from this? Join Meredith Williams for a talk to find out more.

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.

What to expect: Local school choir performance The Grinch + Santa & his elves Free children’s activities Magical snow machine Dance performance Mulled wine, mince pies & hot chocolate for sale Play 2 Give raffle Free parking

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. The 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 […]

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 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 spontaneity […]

Learn how to play chess with our volunteer Laury, whilst enjoying a coffee and a chat!

'Bliss' Yoga by Diane -- all abilities catered for (Weekly -- Friday lunchtimes)

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. See the poster for more details. Just turn up […]

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 […]

We are pleased to welcome Ninebarrow back to Harwell. Ninebarrow (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 […]

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 […]

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

At Abingdon Library we hold a fabulous story time every Saturday afternoon - no need to book, just come along!

Kennington Chorale wish to celebrate with friends and lovers of this wonderful work, the fantastic achievement of this choir since 1973 in raising in excess of £826,000 for local, national and international charities. Please come and join this very special choir and raise the roof on 15th and 22nd November - see poster Score hire […]

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!