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1,8, 15, 22 & 29 July

Biggleswade Armed Forces & Veterans Drop-In Centre

9am-12pm

Biggleswade Library

Enjoy chat and a brew with likeminded people.

Tel: Gill 07400 633773

 

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 July

Footprints Coffee Morning

9am-12pm

Trinity Methodist Church,Shortmead Street, Biggleswade

Morning of drinks, cake andchat. All welcome. In aid of All We Can.

 

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 July

Chatty Tuesdays

10-11.30am

The BIGG Theatre, Biggleswade

Part of The Chatty Caféscheme. Turn up, take a seat and have a natter.

Web: https://thebiggtheatre.co.uk

 

2 July

Aircraft Enthusiasts'Group

1pm

Shuttleworth

‘110 Years of Aviation Heritage in Herts’with Guy Thomas. Meets first Wednesday of every month. See website for fees.

Email: 99aegr@gmail.com

Web: https://www.aiengr.org

 

2 July

Sandy Night Owls Women’s Institute

7.30-9.30pm

SandyConservative Club

Meetsfirst Wednesday of month (except January). Friendly group with variedprogramme.

Email:sandynightowlswi@gmail.com

 

2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 July

Open Craft and Coffee

10-11.30am

Potton Salvation Army, ChapelStreet

Everyone welcome.

Tel: 01767 261138

 

2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 July

Hinxworth Art Society

10am-12pm

Hinxworth Village Hall

Drawing, painting, coffee andchat. No need to book. Occasional one-day courses and demonstrations.

Email: 99aegr@gmail.com

 

2 & 16 July

Biggleswade Sandy LionsClub

7.30pm

Ri-Ri's Family Cafe, TheHollow, Biggleswade Road, Potton

Meets every first and thirdWednesday of the month. Visitors welcome.

Tel: 01767 683115

 

3 July

Roxton & DistrictLocal History Group

7.30pm

Roxton Village Hall

‘History of St John'sAmbulance’ with Gill Price.

Email:info@roxtonhistory.org.uk

Web: https://roxtonhistory.org.uk

 

3 July

Sandy Astronomical Society

7.30pm

Blunham Playing FieldPavilion

‘A Guide to Strange Things inthe Sky’ with Andrew Mowbray BSc. (Hons.), MSc. Regular talks andobservatunities - see website. Dates subject to change due to weather.

Email: info@sandyastro.co.uk

Web: https://sandyastro.co.uk

 

4July

Bedfordshire Family History Society

7pm for 7.30pm

St Mary's Church Hall, Church Lane, Goldington

‘Haunted Bedfordshire’ with Damien O'Dell. In personand on Zoom. Visitors welcome.

Web: https://www.bfhs.org.uk

 

4 July

Bedford Art SocietyMeeting

7.15pm for 7.30pm

Putnoe Heights Church,Bedford

Demonstrating the use ofmasking fluid with ink and watercolour with Cathy Read.

Tel: Jean Paterson 01234307210

Web: https://www.bedsartsociety.co.uk

 

4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25& 28 July

Open Door

10-11.30am

Potton Salvation Army, ChapelStreet

Tea, coffee and chat. Mondays(not bank holidays) and Fridays. Everyone welcome.

Tel: 01767 261138

 

4, 11, 18 & 25 July

Sandy Ukulele Group

7-9pm

BaptistChapel Hall, Bedford Road, Sandy

Meetsevery Friday. Visitors welcome. Email for more information.

Email:sandyukulelegroup2@gmail.com

Web:https://www.sandyukulelegroup.com

 

5 July

Coffee Morning

10-11.30am

Potton Salvation Army, ChapelStreet

Coffee, tea, bacon butties,homemade cakes, cards, Bric-a-Brac, books and jigsaws etc. First Saturday ofevery month except January. Everyone welcome.

Tel: 01767 261138

 

5 July

Craft & Food Fayre

10am-3pm

Jordans Mill, Broom

Variety of stalls in the front car park and grounds.

Web: https://jordansmill.com

 

5 July

Baby Knees Up VE Day 80Special

2pm for 2.30pm

The BIGG Theatre, Biggleswade

Knees-up to celebrate 80years since Victory in Europe! Tom Carradine will get you and your little onessinging along, marching round the room, waving flags, enjoying bubbles andplenty more interactive fun.

Web: https://thebiggtheatre.co.uk

 

5 July

East Beds Concert BandSummer Concert

7pm

Stratton Upper School, EagleFarm Road, Biggleswade

Great British classicsincluding Dam Busters theme, and plenty of favourites from Percy Grainger toGeorge Butterworth.

Web: https://eastbedsconcertband.org.uk

 

5 July

Royston Choral Society Summer Concert

7pm

St John the Baptist Church, Royston, SG8 7BP

Purcell's Dido and Æneas and Come, Ye Sons of Art byHenry Purcell. Tickets online, by phone, on the door or from a choir member.

Tel: 01920 822723

Web: https://www.roystonchoralsoc.org.uk

 

5 July

Weston Music SocietyConcert

7.30pm

Holy Trinity Church, Weston, SG4 7DJ

Pavel Ralev (Guitar) playing works by J SBach, Steve Reich, his own compositions and more.

Web: https://trybooking.com/uk/EECH

 

5 July

Carradine’s CockneySing-along

8pm

The BIGG Theatre, Biggleswade

Join Mr Tom Carradine, on theOl’ Joanna, as he leads you in a traditional Cockney sing-along.

Web: https://thebiggtheatre.co.uk

 

5, 12, 19 & 26 July

North Beds Ramblers

Walks held every Saturdayafternoon for approx. 6 miles plus two Saturday mornings a month for approx. 12miles. See website for latest programme.

Tel: Margaret Sawyer 07780933729

Web: https://www.ramblers.org.uk/north-bedfordshire

 

6 July

Singing for Victory: TheForces’ Sweethearts of WW2 by Melody Flyte

4pm

The Bigg Theatre, HighStreet, Biggleswade

Commemorating 80 years sincethe end of WW2. Tickets from Howells Newsagents, Hitchin (cash only), The BiggTheatre or at the Council’s Victory Weekend event on 5 July in the Market Square(subject to availability).

Email: rachelhowlett50@hotmail.com

Web: https://www.biggleswadehistory.org.uk

 

6 July

Red Kite Concert

5-6pm

Church of St John theBaptist, Cockayne Hatley

Baroque Alchemy. Recordervirtuoso Piers Adams and multi-talented keyboardist Lyndy Mayle perform anextraordinary fusion of old and new. Tickets on the door or online.

Web: https://www.redkiteconcerts.com

 

7 & 14 July

East Beds Concert Band

7.30-9pm

Stratton Upper School, EagleFarm Road, Biggleswade

Weekly term-time rehearsals.

Web: https://eastbedsconcertband.org.uk

 

7, 14, 21 & 28 July

Jelly Tots Baby &Toddler Group

9.30-11am

St Mary’s Church Hall, ChurchStreet, Gamlingay

Weekly group for children 0-5years. Parents, grandparents and carers welcome.

Web: https:/www.facebook.com/groups/423639394472378

 

7, 14, 21 & 28 July

Sandy Art Group

10am-1pm

Bowls Pavilion, rear ofConservative Club, Bedford Road

Meets Monday mornings. New memberswelcome – first visit free. Friendly, chatty group - come and have a go!

Tel: 01767 680009

 

7, 14, 21 & 28 July

Yoga and Pilates Classes

Eyeworth Village Hall

7 & 14 July only 4.45pm -Kids Aerial Fitness Yoga. 6pm - Pilates Suspension Method Body ConditioningClass. 7pm - Dharma Wheel Mat-Based Yoga. 8pm - Aerial Hammock Yoga Class. WithYogactive Yoga and Pilates.

 

7, 14, 21 & 28 July

Branch Out Social Club

8-10.30pm

TheThree Moorhens, Hitchin Hill, Hitchin

Socialclub for single people aged 50 upwards. Meets every Monday.

Tel:Lorna 01438 233657

Web:https://www.branch-out.org.uk

 

10 July

Afternoon Tea

2-4pm

Trinity Methodist Church,Shortmead Street, Biggleswade

Join us for Afternoon Tea. Inaid of Christian Aid.

 

11 July

The Grief Garden PathBereavement Café

10am-12pm

Frosts Garden Centre,Willington

It’s good to talk sharingtime in a safe place with others in the same situation. Bring a friend or comeon your own.

Tel: Julie 07967 135870 or John07966 526252

Email: julie@julienew.co.uk

12 July

Sutton Strollers

10am

Sutton Village Hall

Walk around the area. SecondSaturday of every other month. Dogs on leads welcome.

Web: https://www.suttonvillagehall.org.uk

 

12 July

Festival Open Day

10am-5pm

St Paul's Church, Bedford

Events and activitiesincluding organ recital, tours of church and tower and children's activities. Refreshments.

Tel: 01234 340163

Web: https://www.facebook.com/stpaulschurchbedford/

 

12 & 13 July

Summer Fete Open Weekend

10.30am-6.30pm

Shuttleworth

The grounds will betransformed into a lively hub of entertainment and excitement for the wholefamily. Live music, craft and gift market, activities and fun fair rides andrefreshments.

Web: https://www.shuttleworth.org

 

13 July

East Beds Chamber ChoirSummer Concert

3pm

St Andrews Church,Biggleswade

Programme of light music(with a hint of an animal theme) followed by tea and cake.

Web: https://www.eastbedschamberchoir.co.uk

 

13 July

Not Strictly Jazz Club

5-7pm

Fairfield House, FairfieldRoad, Biggleswade

If you enjoy live musicperformed in a unique setting by top musicians, join us in the music room. Call/emailfor tickets.

Tel: 01767 312176

Email: themusicroombiggleswade@hotmail.com

 

14 July

Sandy Flower Club

7.30pm

Conservative Club Main Hall

‘Into the Wardrobe’ floraldemonstration by Lorraine Gagen. Usually meets second Monday of month (exc.Jan, Aug and Dec). New members welcome.

Tel: Sue 01767 699729

 

15 July

Sandy Women’s Institute

10am

Sandy Conservative Club

Dave Sivers will tell usabout his life moonlighting as a nightclub bouncer, a bookmaker's clerk and afreelance writer while keeping up the day job. Meets third Tuesday of month, exceptAugust. Visitors welcome.

Tel: Ann Patterson 07796134159

Email: sandywibeds@gmail.com

 

15July

Greensands Writers' Group

7-9pm

Enjoy writing? Join our small friendly group ofwriters of all abilities for a monthly Zoom-type meeting.

Web: https://m.facebook.com/GreensandsWritersGroup/

 

17 July

RSPB Bedford Local Group

7pm

The Lodge, Sandy

Evening Walk. Meet in themain car park. Everyone welcome. Voluntary contribution £1 per adult. Carparking charge applies for non-RSPB members.

Web: https://group.rspb.org.uk/bedford

 

18 July

Monthly Meditation Evening

7-8pm

Gamlingay Eco Hub, StocksLane

Unwind, relax and de-stresswith an evening of guided visualisation. Every third Friday of the month, alllevels welcome. Email or book online.

Email: abi@alignwellbeing.co.uk

Web: https://alignwellbeing.co.uk/offerings

 

20 July

Antique & Vintage Fair

9am-4pm

The Weatherley Centre,Biggleswade

Refreshments. Free parking.Wheelchair/pushchair access.

Tel: Marcel 07887 648255

Web: https://marcelfairs.co.uk

 

20 July

Sandy Summer Market

10am-4pm

Sandy Market Square

Join us for a fantastic dayof shopping, food and family fun.

 

20 July

Puppy Party

3pm (pups), 3.45pm (6m+)

Eyeworth Village Hall

With Dogzaloud.

Web: https://www.facebook.com/EyeworthVillageHall

 

21 July

Biggleswade Women’sInstitute

9.50am for 10.15am-12.15pm

The Weatherley Centre,Biggleswade

‘Warden Abbey Vineyard’ with AmandaGibson. Meets third Monday of month (except August). Varied programme. Visitorswelcome.

Email:biggleswadewi@gmail.com

 

24 July

Potton History Society

7.30pm

Community Centre, Brook End,Potton

‘Commonwealth GravesArchitecture’ with Mark Chapman.

Web: https://www.pottonhistorysociety.org.uk

 

26 July

Summer Air Show

9am-9pm

Shuttleworth

Fun and relaxed family airshow. Breath-taking displays of both visiting and Collection aircraft, explorevehicles and aircraft, and take a stroll through the Regency Garden.

Web: https://www.shuttleworth.org

 

26 July

The Link Cafe

10am-1pm

Potton Community Centre

All age, pop-up cafe on thelast Saturday of the month. Free refreshments. Friendship, crafts and achildren's corner.

 

26 July

Castle Comedy

7pm for 8pm

The Weatherley Centre,Biggleswade

An Edinburgh Preview Special!

Web: https://www.castlecomedy.co.uk

 

27 July

Jazz Jam

5-8pm

Fairfield House & Studio, Fairfield Road,Biggleswade

Jam with our ever-changing trio of top musicians - nothingbeats listening to music being made by people having fun in The Music Room.

Tel: 01767 312176

Email: themusicroombiggleswade@hotmail.com

 

27 July

Castle Comedy

7.30pm for 8pm

Quarry Theatre, Bedford

Three headline acts take thestage for the ultimate comedy show!

Web: https://www.castlecomedy.co.uk

 

28 July-10 August

Jurassic Trail

11am-12pm and 1-2pm

Forest Centre, MillenniumCountry Park, Marston Moretaine

Can you find the 10 differentspecies we’ve lost so we can get them back in their enclosures? Complete thetrail sheet to tell us who you saw to win a prize and certificate. Book online.

Tel: 01234 767037

Web: https://www.marstonvale.org

 

2 August

Kempston Family Day

11am-6pm

Addison Howard Park, Kempston

Family-friendly entertainmentincluding live music, children’s activities, food and drink stalls, animal farmand petting zoo, and much more.

 

Until12 April

Edward Bawden Printmaker

Edward Bawden Gallery, The Higgins, Bedford

Celebrating the extraordinary printmaking legacy ofEdward Bawden, one of England’s most revered artists and printmakers.

Web: https://www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk

 

 

1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22,24, 29 & 31 July

Farm House Café

9am-12pm, Thursdays9am-1pm

Love's Farm House, St Neots

1 & 15 July ‘A slice ofSeoul’ Korean inspired cakes, buns and cookies and full cafe menu. 8, 22 &29 July Little Dutch Bites - small fluffy pancakes and full cafe menu. EveryThursday Three Sweet Treats - home baked goodies, followed by brunch, and fullcafe menu.

Web: https://www.facebook.com/lovesfarmhouse

 

1, 8 & 15 July

St Neots Sinfonia

7.45-9.30pm

Eynesbury Junior School,Montagu Street, Eynesbury

Rehearsals every Tuesday interm-time.

Tel: 01480 212298

Web: https://www.stneotssinfonia.org.uk

 

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 July

Grief Kind Spaces

10am-12pm

Keysoe International, ChurchRoad, Keysoe

Sue Ryder Grief Kind Spacesare informal community drop-in sessions, providing a place for people who havebeen bereaved to share feelings and experiences.

Tel: 01234 708400

 

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 July

Kimbolton Carpet BowlsClub

2-4pm

Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton

Meets every Tuesday for a friendly game of bowls.New members of any age or standard welcome. Come and give it a try.

Tel: 01480 861431 or 01480 861594

 

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 July

St Neots Folk Club

7.30-9.45pm

The Eatons Community Centre,18 The Maltings, Eaton Socon

Live music from different performers.

Web: https://www.stneotsfolkclub.co.uk

 

2 July

Brampton Flower Club

6.45pm for 7.15pm

Lady Olivia Hall, CentralAvenue, Brampton

‘The Green Fingered FlowerArranger’ with Linda Seabrook. Visitors welcome.

Web: https://www.bramptonflowerclub.com

 

2, 9, & 16 July

St Neots Choral Society

7.30-9.30pm

Eynesbury Junior School,Montagu Street, Eynesbury

Rehearsals every Wednesday interm-time.

Tel: 01480 212298 formembership enquiries

Web: https://www.stneotschoral.org.uk

 

2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 July

Kimbolton Bridge Club

10am-12pm

Mandeville Hall, Kimbolton

Meets every Wednesday forfriendly, social bridge. Players of all standards are welcome with or without apartner. Just turn up!

 

2 & 30 July

Postnatal Yoga

1.30pm

The Family Hub, 42 ThrapstonRoad, Brampton

Yoga to help you recover, strengthenand relax after pregnancy and birth. Babies welcome.

Web: https://www.pompomperinatal.co.uk

 

3 July

Toddler Time: TraditionalToys!

10.30-11.30am

St Neots Museum

Free historical activitiesfor toddlers and take home an art creation too! Book online.

Tel: 01480 214163

Web: https://www.stneotsmuseum.org.uk

 

3 July

Roxton & DistrictLocal History Group

7.30pm

Roxton Village Hall

‘History of St John'sAmbulance’ with Gill Price.

Email:info@roxtonhistory.org.uk

Web: https://www.roxtonhistory.org.uk

 

3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24,28 & 31 July

Pregnancy Yoga

Mon 5.45pm, Thurs 6pm

Equilibrium Yoga Studio,Huntingdon

Yoga to help you stay healthy,active and calm through pregnancy.

Web: https://www.pompomperinatal.co.uk

 

3, 10, 17, 24 & 31July

3Cs Café

10am-12pm

United Reformed Church, StNeots

A warm welcome awaits. Teas,coffees and homemade scones. Organised by volunteers of Churches Together in StNeots. All welcome.

 

3, 10, 17, 24 & 31July

Grief Kind Spaces

10am-12pm

Oliver’s Café, Kimbolton

Informal community drop-insessions. A place for people who have been bereaved to share feelings andexperiences. Mondays 10am-12pm Notcutts Garden Centre Café, Brampton. Fridays10am-12pm Morrison’s Community Room, St Ives.

Email: https://www.griefkindspaces@sueryder.org

 

3, 10, 17, 24 & 31July

Riverport Singers

10.15-11.15am

The Corn Exchange, St Ives

Community choir for peopleliving with dementia, their carers, family, and friends.

Tel: Agi 07757 811802

Email: agipeach@icloud.com

Web: htpps://www.facebook.com/riverportsingers

 

3, 10, 17, 24 & 31July

St Neots Singers

7.30pm

United Reformed Church, St Neots

Community choir that meetsThursday evenings. First session free.

Email:StNeotsSingersCC@gmail.com

 

3, 10, 17, 24 & 31July

Huntingdon Male Voices

7.30-9.30pm

St Mary's Parish Hall,Huntingdon

Men we need your voices! Joinan ambitious, fun and creative choir.

Tel: 07825 950240

Email: sing@hmvc.org.uk

 

4 July

St Neots Local HistorySociety

7.30pm

Eynesbury Primary School

Walk in and around ‘The Ferns’,Eynesbury, with Peter and Eileen Raggatt.

Web: https://www.stneotslhs.org.uk

 

4, 11, 18 & 25 July

Good Company Café

10-11.30am

St Neots Evangelical Church,Cambridge Street

Coffee, cake and conversationfor older members of our local community. Fun, quizzes and a word from God'sword. Just come along.

Tel: 01480 716361

 

4, 11, 18 & 25 July

Friendship Club

2-4pm

United Reformed Church, StNeots

Speakers from variousorganisations, games including Bingo, Beetle Drive and Quizzes. Raffle. Refreshments.Everyone welcome.

Email: glendaw722@gmail.com

 

4, 11, 18 & 25 July

Little Paxton Village HallBingo Club

8pm

Email: k9page@gmail.com

 

5 July

Saints Crafters

9.30am-3.30pm

Free Church Hall, St Ives

Art and craft fair. Buy originaland handmade items direct from the crafter.

Email: https://saintscrafters@gmail.com

 

5 July

Stables Christian CentreCoffee Shop

2-4.30pm

Kimbolton Road, Bolnhurst,MK44 2ES

Combine a woodland walk withbrowsing the products and sampling delicious homemade cakes with your tea orcoffee. Dogs on leads welcome.

Tel: 01234 376237

Web: https://www.stableschristiancentre.co.uk

 

5 July

Royston Choral Society SummerConcert

7pm

St John the Baptist Church,Royston, SG8 7BP

Purcell's Dido and Æneas andCome, Ye Sons of Art by Henry Purcell. Tickets online, by phone, on the door orfrom a choir member.

Tel: 01920 822723

Web: https://www.roystonchoralsoc.org.uk

 

5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26& 27 July

Meet our Ponies

Keysoe International, ChurchRoad, Keysoe

Meet our beautiful KeysoeCuddle Therapy Ponies. Simply turn up, meet our ponies and learn all about thewonderful work they do. See website for dates/times.

Tel: 01234 708400

Web: https://www.keysoe.com/ponies

 

5, 12, 19 & 26 July

Coffee Morning

10am-12pm

United Reformed Church, StNeots

Teas, coffees and homemadescones. All welcome.

 6 July

Paxton Pits Nature ReserveOpen Day

10am-4pm

Celebrate 30 years of theFriends of Paxton Pits Nature Reserve. Children’s nature hunt, wildlifephotography display, Wildlife Trust BCN activities and more.

 

6 July

The Aragon Singers ofBuckden Anniversary Concert

3pm

Buckden Methodist Church

Afternoon Tea. Donationsgratefully received towards the Church Refurbishment Fund.

Tel: Pam Siddall 01480 819228

 

7 July

St Neots Astronomy Association

7.30pm

Paxton Pits Visitor Centre

Solar observing plus ‘Amateur studies of Mars 2024-2025’ byRichard McKim. Non-members welcome - firstmeeting free.

Web: https//www.snaa.co.uk

 

7 & 21 July

Cambs Backgammon Club

7pm

Waggon & Horses, EatonSocon

All ages welcome, and allstandards from beginner to expert, as we enjoy an evening of the world's oldestgame. And if you've never tried before, we can teach you!

Tel: 07773 918223

Email julia@ukbgf.com

 

8 July

Huntingdon Carers Hub

10.30am-12.30pm

The Coneygear Centre,Huntingdon

Share stories and experiencesand find out about the support available to you as an unpaid carer. Call beforeattending.

Tel: 0345 241 0954

Web: https://www.caringtogether.org

 

8 July

Kimbolton's HiddenHistory: Guided Walk

7-9pm

Enjoy a walk around thehistoric market town, led by local historians.

Tel: 01480 861007

 

9 July

Footsteps Through History

10am-12.30pm

The Bridge Public House

Discover the history of StNeots Town and its local people in this fascinating walk with Chris Jones. Bookonline, by email/phone or at the museum.

Tel: 01480 214163

Web: https://www.stneotsmuseum.org.uk

 

9 & 23 July

Coffee and Chat

10.30am-12.30pm

New Street Baptist Church,New Street, St Neots

Everyone and all ages invitedfor refreshments and a friendly chat.

Web: https://www.newstreetbaptist.co.uk

 

11 & 25 July

Library Bus Stop

12.30-1.00pm

Keysoe International frontcar park

Every other Friday. BedfordBorough's Home Library Service brings the library to people who might otherwisebe unable to use them. Open to all.

Tel: 01234 708400

 

12 July

Paxfest

12-5.15pm

QEII Playing Field, LittlePaxton

Afternoon of family fun. FunDog Show, children’s activities, musical entertainment and refreshments. Plantsfor sale at bargain prices plus find out more about Little Paxton Gardening Club.

 

12 July

Brentwood Mac

6.15pm for 7.30pm

The Commemoration Hall, 39High Street, Huntingdon

An outstanding tribute to themusic of Fleetwood Mac.

Web: https://www.brentwoodmac.co.uk

 

12 & 26 July

St Neots Farm & CraftMarket

8am-1pm

St Neots Market Square

Products from local foodproducers and craft makers.

 

13 July

Keysoe Athlete DevelopmentAcademy

Keysoe International, ChurchRoad, Keysoe

Series of very popularclinics coving showjumping, dressage and cross country to suit all ages andabilities.

Tel: 01234 708400

Web: https://www.keysoe.com/academy

 

14 July

Perry WI

7.30pm

Sailability Club Centre,Grafham Water Centre

Email: perrywigroup@gmail.com

 

15 July

Dementia Café

10am-12pm

St Ives Free Church, St Ives

For people with dementia andtheir carers.

Tel: George 07725 588145

Web: https://www.facebook.com/stivesdementiafriendlycommunity

 

15 July

Royal British Legion StNeots & Eaton Socon Branch

6.45-8.30pm

St Neots Indoor Bowls Club,River Road, Eaton Ford

New members welcome whetheryou are ex-forces or just want to make a difference.

Tel: 01480 810848

Email: rblstneots@gmail.com

 

17 July

Love’s Farm Ladies WI

7.30pm

St Neots Parish Church Rooms,Church Walk, St Neots

‘Forgotten Places. Apresentation including photos of abandoned places around the world’ by BenJames.

Email:lovesfarmladieswi@gmail.com

Web: https://www.facebook.com/groups/lovesfarmladieswi

 

18 July

Board Games Club and BookClub

7.45pm

Love’s Farm House, St Neots

Meets every third Friday ofthe month.

 

18 July

Kimbolton Community Cinema

7pm for 7.30pm

The Mandeville Hall

Mr Burton (12). Tickets fromBytes Café (behind the main hall Mon/Fri 10am-12.30pm), online or on the door,if available.

Web: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/mandeville-hall-kimbolton

 

19 July

Huntingdon WI

10.30am-12.00pm

WI Centre, 6a Walden Road, Huntingdon

Talk on WI Climate Campaigns.Meets third Saturday of the month. Come and find out what the WI is about. Visitorswelcome.

Email: huntingdonwi@gmail.com

 

21 July

Royal Naval Association StNeots & District

7.30-9.30pm

St Neots Rugby Football Club,New Street, St Neots

All serving and formermembers of HM Forces welcome.

 

24 July

Parent Carers Hub

10.30am-12.30pm

David Rayner Centre, GreatShelford

An opportunity for parentcarers to meet up with other parents. Free to attend for anyone living inCambridgeshire.

Web: https://www.caringtogether.org/parent-carers

 

24 July

Children’s Sports Activities

2-4pm

QEII Playing Field, LittlePaxton

Free multi-sports activitiesfor ages 5-11. Contact the Clerk for information/booking.

Tel: Parish Clerk 01480470193

Email: clerk@littlepaxtonparishcouncil.gov.uk

 

24 July

St Neots & DistrictGardening Club

7.30pm

St Mary's Church Hall, BrookStreet, St Neots.

‘Chemical Warfare (andCo-operation) in the Garden’ by Dr. Gwenda Kyd. Non-members welcome.

 

26 July

The Dirty Rhodes Band

2.30-4.30pm

QEII Playing Field, LittlePaxton

A collection of Soul, Motownand Jazz music sure to get your feet tapping! Bring deckchairs and picnic rugs.Refreshments and ice creams. The band will perform in Little Paxton VillageHall in the event of wet weather.

 

29 July

RhymeTime

10.15-10.45am

Love’s Farm House, St Neots

Suitable for under 5s. Noneed to book.

 

29 July

Silver Rock Craft Club

10.15-11.45am

Love’s Farm House, St Neots

Book by email.

Email: silver-rock@hotmail.co.uk

1 July

Craftea

10.30am-12pm

Letchworth Library

Opento all. Drop in, bring your current project and have a chat over a cuppa.

 

1 July

Walsworth EveningTownswomen’s Guild

7.30-9.30pm

Westmill Community Centre, Hitchin

Birthday meeting with music by Lily Norman. Monthlymeeting with speaker/activity, refreshments and raffle.

Email: babswilliams15@gmail.com

 

1, 4, 8, 11, 15, 18, 22,25 & 29 July

Bridge Club

1pm

Howgills, South View, Letchworth

Tuesdays and Fridays. Beginners and improverswelcome. Playing very friendly Rubber Bridge.

Tel: Gill Cheaney 01462 686806

Email: bridgeclub@lalg.org.uk

 

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 July

Biggleswade Armed Forces& Veterans Drop-In Centre

9am-12pm

Biggleswade Library

Enjoy chat and a brew withlikeminded people.

Tel: Gill 07400 633773

 

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 July

Yoga

7.30-9pm

St Mary's Church Hall, Stotfold

Tel: Freda 01767 627611

 

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 July

Hitchin Art Club

7.30-9.30pm

Hitchin Library

However you enjoy your art and whatever yourability, HAC is a friendly and diverse group. Demonstrations, workshops andlectures from visiting artists.

Web: https://www.hitchinartclub.co.uk

 

1, 8, 15, 22 & 29 July

Letchworth Art Society

7.30-9.30pm

The Settlement, Nevells Road, Letchworth

Friendly group of local artists. Paintingworkshops or do your own thing.

Email: jane.gibbs@ntlworld.com

 

2 July

Pic-n-Mix

10.30am-12pm

Letchworth Library

Monthlydrop-in social group. Have a cuppa and chat with new people, various activitiesand different theme each month.

 

2 July

Aircraft Enthusiasts'Group

1pm

Shuttleworth

‘110 Years of Aviation Heritage in Herts’with Guy Thomas. Meets first Wednesday of every month. See website for fees.

Email: 99aegr@gmail.com

Web: https://www.aiengr.org

 

2 July

Langford & DistrictHistory Society

7pm

Visit to John Bunyan Meeting House and Museumin Bedford for guided tours of the Church (30 minutes) and museum (30 minutes)to discover the story of the now world-renown Bedford Puritan preacher. Bookingessential – see website/email.

Email: secretarylangfordhistory@mail.com

Web: https://www.langfordhistorysociety.org.uk

 

2 July

Stevenage Family HistorySociety

7.30pm

Friends Meeting House, Cuttys Lane, Stevenage

‘Idle Women and Lumber Jills - the story ofWorld War Women’ by society member Claire Riches.

Web: https://www.stevenagefhs.epizy.com

 

2 July

North Herts Music LiveConcert

7.30-10pm

The Icknield Centre, Icknield Way, Letchworth

With Andrew Nix.

Tel: 07305 418494

Web: https://www.organfax.co.uk/clubs/northherts/

 

2, 9 & 16 July

Vivace Choir

7.30-9.30pm

Arlesey

Wednesdays term-time only. A friendly groupwho enjoy singing together.

Email:joan.trulock@gmail.com

Web: https://www.vivacechoir.org.uk

 

2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 July

Hinxworth Art Society

10am-12pm

Hinxworth Village Hall

Drawing, painting, coffee andchat. No need to book. Occasional one-day courses and demonstrations.

Email: 99aegr@gmail.com

 

2, 9, 16, 23 & 30 July

Luton Hoo Walled GardenOpen

10.30am-4pm

Luton Hoo Estate Walled Garden

Stroll around a wonderful Capability Browndesigned Walled Garden and its unique service buildings. Entry includes tour.

Web: https://www.lutonhooestate.co.uk

 

3 July

The Arts Society NorthHertfordshire Lecture

11am-12.20pm

Broadway Cinema, Eastcheap, Letchworth

‘Sculptures of Henry Moore and Anthony Caro’with Raymond Warburton.

Web: https://www.theartssocietynorthherts.org.uk

 

3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24,28 & 31 July

Retired Persons TableTennis Club

Mondays 11am-1.30pm,Thursdays 1.30-4pm

Memorial Hall, Stotfold

Doubles and singles. Monthlysubscription payable. Vacancies for new members (but not beginners). Email forfurther details.

Email:terrygriffiths50@gmail.com

 

3, 10 & 17 July

Roundabouters CountryDance Club

8-10pm

Friends Meeting House, Cuttys Lane, Stevenage

First evening free. Friendly group. Newmembers always welcome.

Web: https://www.roundabouters.org.uk

 

3, 10, 17, 24 & 31July

Hitchin Thursday Art Club

9.30am-12pm

St. John's Community Centre,St. John's Road, Hitchin

Meets every Thursday forpainting and drawing, etc. Friendly group who enjoy art and chatting.

Tel: Mike 07977 347707

 

3, 10, 17, 24 & 31July

Sapphire Social SinglesClub

8pm

The Orange Tree, Hitchin

Meets every Thursday. Afriendly social group for single people to meet and make new friends -generally 50+ age group.

Tel/text: Ian 07900 890583

 

3, 10, 17, 24 & 31July

Shefford and DistrictAmateur Radio Society

8pm

Community Hall, 60 High Street, Shefford

Amateur Radio is an exciting and rewardinghobby, with something to suit everyone.

Web: https://www.sadars.co.uk

 

3, 17 & 31 July

Board Games Club

7-11pm

Mrs Howard Hall, Letchworth Garden City

Friendly modern board gaming club. Newmembers welcome!

Web: https://www.facebook.com/groups/hitchinboardgames

 

4 July

Vivace Choir Concert

4pm

Fairfield Community Hall, SG5 4GY

Every time I hear the Spirit – songs andspirituals. Tickets by phone or on the door.

Tel: 07584 322438

Web: https://www.vivacechoir.org.uk/

 

4 July

Bedfordshire FamilyHistory Society

7pm for 7.30pm

St Mary's Church Hall, ChurchLane, Goldington

‘Haunted Bedfordshire’ with DamienO'Dell. In person and on Zoom. Visitors welcome.

Web: https://www.bfhs.org.uk

 

4 July

Bedford Art SocietyMeeting

7.15pm for 7.30pm

Putnoe Heights Church,Bedford

Demonstrating the use ofmasking fluid with ink and watercolour with Cathy Read.

Tel: Jean Paterson 01234307210

Web: https://www.bedsartsociety.co.uk

 

4, 11 & 18 July

Rainmakers InternationalFolk Dance Group

8-10pm

Wilbury Hall, Bedford Road, Letchworth

New members welcome - first evening free. Nopartner needed.

Tel: Mark 01462 454210

Web: https://www.rainmakers.org.uk

 

4, 11, 18 & 25 July

Bridge Club

1.30-4.30pm

Springfield House, OldStevenage Community Centre

Playing social cut-in ChicagoBridge. Play is informal and friendly.

Tel: Richard Bean 01438221517

 

4 & 18 July

Lace Makers Group

1.45-4.15pm

Icknield Centre, Letchworth

Meets on first and third Fridays of themonth.

Email: anne.drew@btinternet.com

 

5 July

LEGO Club

10.30-11.30am

Hitchin Library

Fun creative session for ages 5+. Bookingessential. Call or visit the library.

Tel: 0300 123 4049

 

5 July

Mid Bedfordshire CancerSupport Group

11am-1pm

Meppershall Village Hall, Walnut Tree Way

Informal cancer group for patients, families,friends, carers who wish to meet others for support, sharing and information.Meets face-to-face and online.

Email: midbedscancersupport@survivingcancer.co.uk

Web: https://www.survivingcancer.co.uk/

 

5 July

Weston Music SocietyConcert

7.30pm

Holy Trinity Church, Weston, SG4 7DJ

Pavel Ralev (Guitar) playing works by J SBach, Steve Reich, his own compositions and more.

Web: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/EECH

 

5, 12, 19 & 26 July

LEGO Club

3-4pm

Stevenage Central Library

Ages 5-12 years. Booking essential – visit the library or phone.

Tel: 0300 123 4049

6 July

Charity Quiz Night

8pm

The Five Bells, Henlow Village

Teams of up to 8. Prizes for top two teamsand last place, together with spot prizes and a raffle. In aid of Sue Ryder StJohn's Hospice Moggerhanger.

Tel: 07511 631045

Email: quizzesforcharity@outlook.com

 

7 July

LEGO Club

4-5pm

Letchworth Library

Funcreative session for 5-12 years. Booking essential – visit the library orphone.

Tel:0300 123 4049

 

7 & 14 July

Monday LEGO Club

4-5pm

Hitchin Library

Fun creative session for ages 5+.

Booking essential. Call or visit the library.

Tel: 0300 123 4049

 

7, 14, & 21 July

Staplers Country DanceClub

8-10pm

St Johns Community Hall, St John's Road,Hitchin

Friendly group. Meets most Monday evenings.Solos, couples and groups welcome.

Web: https://www.staplers.org.uk

 

7, 14, 21 & 28 July

Henlow Social andActivities Monday Morning Club

10am-1pm

Henlow Parish Hall, 66 High Street

Crafts, games, and refreshments.

Email: hsandaclub@gmail.com

 

7, 14, 21 & 28 July

Fairfield Art Group

1-4pm

Fairfield Community Hall, Kipling Crescent,Fairfield

Friendly, sociable, and supportive group forall levels of experience.

Tel: Val 07434 351027

 

7, 14, 21 & 28 July

‘Come and Try Bowls’ OpenDays

2-4pm

North Herts Bowls Club, Lower Green, NortonCommon, Letchworth

New members welcome. Equipment and tuitionprovided. Refreshments. Bowls matches and social events throughout the year.Turn up or contact in advance.

Tel: John 01462 684914

Email: casita.office@hotmail.co.uk

Web: https://www.n-h-b-c.org.uk

 

7, 14, 21 & 28 July

Stevenage Singers

7.45pm

The Music Centre, The Nobel School, MobbsburyWay

New voices welcome. Come along and give us atry - you will enjoy the friendly atmosphere and music to remember.

Web: https://www.stevenagesingers.org.uk

 

7, 14, 21 & 28 July

Branch Out Social Club

8-10.30pm

TheThree Moorhens, Hitchin Hill, Hitchin

Socialclub for single people aged 50 upwards. Meets every Monday.

Tel:Lorna 01438 233657

Web:https://www.branch-out.org.uk

 

8 July

Trinity WI

7.15pm

Springfield House, Stevenage

Meets second Tuesday of the month. Varied programmeof talks, lunches out, craft and social evenings. Friendly group of ladies. Newmembers welcome.

 

8 July

Toddington Poetry Society(TPS)

8-10pm

Luton Irish Forum, Hitchin Road, Luton

Meets second Tuesday of each month (exceptAugust).

Web: https://www.tps-in-luton.wixsite.com/toddpoetry

 

10 July

LGBTQ+ Queer Mixer

8pm-1am

The George Pub Hitchin

Second Thursday of the month. Opportunity tomeet new friends, network, and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, whether you're amember of the community or an ally. Enjoy music, drinks, and good vibes in asafe and welcoming space.

 

11 July

History in the Afternoon

2.30pm

Baldock Arts & Heritage Centre, Old TownHall, High Street

‘Bedford and it's river’ an illustrated talkby Bob Ricketts. Pay on the door. Access by stairs.

Web: https://www.bahc.co.uk

 

11, 18 & 25 July

Gentle Fitness Classes

10-11am

Clifton Community Centre, Whiston Crescent

Standing/seated exercises with resistancebands. Other venues and dates available.

Tel: Conor 07580 002552

Email: ci.fitness@icloud.com

 

12 July

Pirton Summer Fair

1pm

PirtonRecreation Ground

Fairgroundrides, dog show, choirs, scheduled fly past, live music, family games, Tug ofWar, and refreshments.

 

12 July

North Herts Guild ofSingers Concert

7.30pm

Walsworth Road Baptist Church, Hitchin

‘A Fancy of Folk’ - traditional folk songsfor choirs.

Web: https://www.nhgs.org.uk

 

12& 13 July

Summer Fete Open Weekend

10.30am-6.30pm

Shuttleworth

The grounds will be transformed into a lively hub ofentertainment and excitement for the whole family. Live music, craft and giftmarket, activities and fun fair rides and refreshments.

Web: https://www.shuttleworth.org

 

13 July

Not Strictly Jazz Club

5-7pm

Fairfield House, FairfieldRoad, Biggleswade

If you enjoy live musicperformed in a unique setting by top musicians, join us in the music room. Call/emailfor tickets.

Tel: 01767 312176

Email: themusicroombiggleswade@hotmail.com

 

15 July

Craftea

10.30am-12pm

Hitchin Library

Bring along your crafts and meet others overa cup of tea and coffee.

 

15July

Greensands Writers' Group

7-9pm

Enjoy writing? Join our small friendly group ofwriters of all abilities for a monthly Zoom-type meeting.

Web: https://m.facebook.com/GreensandsWritersGroup/

 

15 July

South Stevenage FlowerClub

7.15pm for 7.30pm

Community Arts Centre, Roaring Meg RetailPark, Stevenage

Web: https://southstevenageflowerclub.org

 

16 July

Hitchin Flower Club

7.30pm

Church House, next to St Mary’s ChurchChurchyard, Hitchin

Tel: 07855 634075

 

17, 18 & 19 July

High School Musical Jr.

7.00pm, Sat 2pm

StChristopher School Theatre, Letchworth

Performedby KatsAct.

Web:https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/katsact

 

24 July

Baldock Museum & LocalHistory Society

8pm

Community Centre, Simpsons Drive, Baldock

‘From Paganism to Christianity’ some recentdiscoveries in the sacred landscape bounding late prehistoric to medievalBaldock with Gil Burleigh. All welcome.

Web: https://baldockhistory.org.uk

 

26 July

Summer Air Show

9am-9pm

Shuttleworth

Fun and relaxed family airshow. Breath-taking displays of both visiting and Collection aircraft, explorevehicles and aircraft, and take a stroll through the Regency Garden.

Web: https://www.shuttleworth.org

 

27July

Jazz Jam

5-8pm

Fairfield House & Studio,Fairfield Road, Biggleswade

Jam with our ever-changingtrio of top musicians - nothing beats listening to music being made by peoplehaving fun in The Music Room.

Tel: 01767 312176

Email: themusicroombiggleswade@hotmail.com

 

31 July

Langford Space to Talk

7.15-8.45pm

St Andrew’s Church Hall

Monthly support group if you are strugglingwith your mental health or supporting a family member or friend who has mentalhealth issues?

Web: https://rookatme.com/langford-mental-health-support-group/

 

Until 12 April

Edward Bawden Printmaker

Edward Bawden Gallery, TheHiggins, Bedford

Celebrating the extraordinaryprintmaking legacy of Edward Bawden, one of England’s most revered artists andprintmakers.

Web: https://www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk

 

 

 

North Herts Ramblers Group

Morning/all day walks. Varying distances fromvarious locations. See website for details.

Web: https://nhrg.org.uk

 

Hertfordshire Health Walks

Free, sociable walks led by friendlyvolunteers in Stevenage, Letchworth, Hitchin and surrounding villages. HealthWalks encourage people of all ages and abilities to get outdoors, get activeand meet new people. Find a walk near you online or by email.

Email: healthwalks.cms@hertfordshire.gov.uk

Web: https://www.hertfordshire.gov.uk/healthwalks

 

Every weekday

Clifton Walking Group

Meets on weekday mornings andafternoons plus monthly weekend walk. No pressure to walk, just turn up whenyou like. Meets for coffee and social events.

Tel: Suzanne I'ons 07933709006 for more info

Email: ionssuzanne@gmail.com