Find out what’s happening in your local area
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
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
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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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