If you would like your event mentioned in this diary, please contact us on info@lechladelibrary.co.uk
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Lechlade
Prepare your vegetables, flowers, fruit, crafts, cakes for entry by September 1st
Brochures still available from the post office, library, Medical centre & various other places around Lechlade
Or download your entry form from the Schedule on our websites
https://www.lechladegardeningclub.org.uk/flower-and...
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Lechlade
If a person collapsed right in front of you, would you know what to do?
CPR is easier than you think — and learning it could save a life.
Come along to Lechlade Memorial Hall for a friendly, practical introduction to CPR and defibrillator use, guided by the South Western Ambulance Service team
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Lechlade
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Highworth
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Uffington
Join us on Monday 7th September for our next talk, The Mercurial Mitfords!
Thomas Hughes Memorial Hall, 7pm
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Lechlade
Its quiz night next Monday (7th September)
Starting from 7.30pm
Please message us or email theriverside.lechlade@arkells.com to book your table!!!
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Canasta Club at Lechlade Library
Learn and play Canasta, most commonly played by four in two partnerships, with melding and teamwork. Find out the rules, strategies, and tips for this engaging social game.
We meet the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, 4-6pm in the library.
Email us at info@lechladelibrary.co.uk to book your place for 9th September
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Fairford
Join us for an informal walk along the River Coln between Quenington and Fairford with the High Sheriff of Gloucestershire, Fiona Reynolds.
Together, we’ll explore new routes and visions for rural communities, while taking the opportunity to discuss the Trust’s land management, and outdoor learning, in and around the local community.
This circular walk concludes with refreshments at Quenington Village Hall where we’ll continue our discussions, with particular focus on rural housing needs both in the local area and beyond.
If you’re unable to manage the walk, you’re very welcome to join us at Quenington Village Hall from 15:30.
‘New lives, new landscapes’ walk with The High Sheriff
Start and finish in Quenington, Gloucestershire
Friday 11 September 13:30 – 17:30
FREE event – reserve your spot now!
Full details and booking via Eventbrite
This is a timely opportunity for open and informed conversations – we invite you to reserve your spot now via this link:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/…/new-lives-new-landscapes…
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Lechlade
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Kelmscott Manor
Join us on Saturday 12th September for this unique opportunity to explore inside Kelmscott Manor for free and discover the place William Morris called ‘heaven on earth’.
Celebrate the history of Kelmscott Manor with a range of free creative activities relating to this year’s Heritage Open Day theme of Everyday Histories through learning all about weaving and other textile skills.
Please note that as this is a free event, tickets are not pre-bookable and will be allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis on the day.
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Kemsford
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Shrivenham
Tickets available
https://www.ticketsource.com/…/2026-09-12/11:00/t-rzqaevl
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Clanfield
Clanfield Festival is a nonprofit association raising funds.
Clanfield Farmers & Craft Market, Sunday 13th September, 10.30am-1.30pm
Carter Institute & Village Green (opposite Masons Arms)
Free parking, free entry.
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Faringdon
Join us for one of our award winning 2 hour Baby and Child First Aid Classes this September.
This class is suitable for expectant parents, grandparents and carers. On this class you will learn all the First Aid knowledge and skills required to keep your little ones safe, ensure you are fully prepared for all the most common medical emergencies and give yourself the peace of mind you deserve.
Our classes are friendly, relaxed and informal and we will cover: CPR, Choking, Burns, Meningitis Awareness, Febrile Seizures, Bleeding, Head Bumps, Breaks and more…
All attendees will receive a Mini First Aid booklet and certificate of attendance which counts towards CPD points (Continuing Professional Development)
No babysitter? No problem! Pre crawling babies are welcome.
https://oxfordshire.minifirstaid.co.uk/…/classes-for…
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Lechlade Library – Mah-Jong Club
The game of Mah Jong is fairly easy to learn, though mastering the game is said to take a lifetime!”
Would you like to learn to play???
Then email us at info@lechladelibrary.co.uk to book your place.
We are in the Library every first and third Wednesday of the month. We will next meet on Wednesday 16th September 4-6pm.
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Lechlade
The September Quirky Creations Pop Up Shop is just around the corner!
Saturday 19th September, 10am until 4pm
#NOLABELS, Kestral House, High Street, Lechlade (Opposite Miller & Holland Hair Salon)
Come along and have a browse through a lovely selection of handmade gifts, crochet creations and cards for all occasions.
And with autumn just around the corner, there may even be a few spooky and seasonal surprises making an appearance.
Every Quirky Creations item is made with care, creativity and a whole lot of love.
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Lechlade
Lechlade Community Cinema:
On Sunday 20th September at 7.30 pm, we are screening the film, H is for Hawk (cert 12) in Lechlade Memorial Hall. Starring Claire Foy and Brendan Gleeson. Lechlade Memorial Hall has a large 5m wide screen. So enjoy films as they were intended to be seen; on a big screen with an all round sound and an inductive loop.
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Lechlade
Lechlade History Society next event, ‘Minster Lovell Village and The Chartists’ presented by Stewart Smith. In Lechlade Memorial Hall on Monday 21st September. Doors open at 7.00 pm for a 7.30 pm start. Members and guests welcome.
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Lechlade Library Book Club
We will meet on Wednesday 23rd September 1-2pm to discuss this months book – ‘Frozen River’ by Arial Lawhon. Everyone is welcome.
Amazon says ‘THE UNMISSABLE BESTSELLER INSPIRED BY THE REMARKABLE TRUE STORY OF MIDWIFE MARTHA BALLARD‘
If you have any questions, please email Clare at info@lechladelibrary.co.uk.
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Canasta Club at Lechlade Library
Learn and play Canasta, most commonly played by four in two partnerships, with melding and teamwork. Find out the rules, strategies, and tips for this engaging social game.
We meet the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, 4-6pm in the library.
Email us at info@lechladelibrary.co.uk to book your place for 23rd September
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Lechlade
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Lechlade & Fairford
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Lechlade
NHS Blood and Transplant: A huge thank you to everyone who gave blood at Lechlade Memorial Hall in 2025. You are amazing.
Dates of future sessions in the Memorial Hall in 2026 are
Friday 25th September and
Friday 27th November
Appointments are available between 12:50 – 19:00.
If you are able to give blood, please go to www.blood.co.uk to book an appointment.
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Lechlade
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Ashbury
Tickets are now on sale!
Join us on Saturday 26th September 2026 for the FFF&B Ploughing Match & Country Show – a much-loved day out celebrating all things farming, countryside and community.
Expect traditional ploughing competitions, craft and trade stands, local food and drink, vintage machinery and fun for all the family.
Don’t miss one of the Cotswolds’ favourite rural events – book your tickets now and get ready for a fantastic day in the heart of the countryside.
Ashbury Farms, Ashbury, Wiltshire SN6 8LZ by kind permission of Mr T Spence
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Faringdon
Far Runners are pleased to announce entries are now open for the Far Runners’ Charity 10k. 27th September 9:30am start Faringdon Market Place £12.50
It’s a fundulating course with a medal for all participants and prizes to be won (it’s a whole lot of fun)…
Help us raise vital funds to help with the renovation of our beloved Folly Tower whilst enjoying a supportive and fun run.
All info & registration available via link in our Insta bio
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Fairford
FAIRFORD & DISTRICT u3a
If you are new to the area or just wondering what on earth “u3a” stands for, we are a local community built specifically for people who are no longer working full-time or raising kids.
Instead of sitting around wondering what to do, our members enjoy 39 different interest groups under the Fairford & District umbrella.
If you want to escape the house, learn something new, or just find an excuse to drink tea with new friends, come and see us in person. We are hosting a Taster Event on Wednesday 30th September from 10am to 12 noon at Fairford Community Centre.
All the details are on our website. www.fairfordu3a.uk.
Membership is just £12 per year.
See you on the 30th (unless we get distracted by a good cup of tea!)
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Lechlade
Pop Up £1 Sale – Come Along and Support Your Local Community!
Looking for a bargain while supporting a great local cause? Join us on Saturday 3rd October, from 10am to 1pm at Lechlade Pavilion for our fantastic Pop Up £1 Sale.
Come together with friends and neighbours, browse ladies, men’s and children’s clothing and shoes, and discover some fabulous finds – all for just £1!
Entry and parking are free, and every penny raised will go to the Friends of Fairford and Lechlade Communities.
Come along, enjoy the sale, bag yourself a bargain and help support your local community!
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Lechlade
We’re holding this event for everyone, especially those who have sadly lost someone to suicide. We’re coming together to raise as much as we can for CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably) and to support the incredible work they do.
RAFFLE TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE!
We have some absolutely amazing prizes up for grabs!
To get your tickets:
• Contact Sammy Whiteman on Messenger
• Or pop into Inspirations Hairdressing to pick up your tickets
Please, please share this post with your friends and family. Every ticket, donation and share really does make a difference. Let’s come together and raise as much money as possible for such an important cause.
This is about our future, our children and our grandchildren — helping to create a future where fewer families have to experience the heartbreak of suicide.
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Lechlade Library – Mah-Jong Club
The game of Mah Jong is fairly easy to learn, though mastering the game is said to take a lifetime!”
Would you like to learn to play???
Then email us at info@lechladelibrary.co.uk to book your place.
We are in the Library every first and third Wednesday of the month. We will next meet on Wednesday 7th October 4-6pm.
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Lechlade
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Lechlade
Come along to Crafty Boaters Autumn Handmade Market on Saturday 10th October 2026. We will have up to 38 stalls of handmade art and craft products from a wide variety of local sellers. Get started on that Christmas shopping early. Refreshments are available with proceeds going to the RNLI. Free entry and free parking.
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The Buscot and Coleshill Estates NT
Coleshill has been home to a watermill for centuries, having appeared in the Domesday Book, a large-scale survey of England and Wales that was commissioned by William The Conqueror!
The current structure and machinery dates from 1790 and is some of the oldest mill machinery in the country still capable of performing its original job. 
Book your place on the 10 October tour here: https://rebrand.ly/EventsAtColeshill
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Clanfield
Clanfield Festival is a nonprofit association raising funds.
Clanfield Farmers & Craft Market, Sunday 11th October, 10.30am-1.30pm
Carter Institute & Village Green (opposite Masons Arms)
Free parking, free entry.
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Canasta Club at Lechlade Library
Learn and play Canasta, most commonly played by four in two partnerships, with melding and teamwork. Find out the rules, strategies, and tips for this engaging social game.
We meet the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, 4-6pm in the library.
Email us at info@lechladelibrary.co.uk to book your place for 14th October
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Lechlade, The New Inn
Supper and Ghost Hunt at The New Inn, Lechlade. October 17th 2026 | Ghostly Gatherings
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Lechlade Library – Mah-Jong Club
The game of Mah Jong is fairly easy to learn, though mastering the game is said to take a lifetime!”
Would you like to learn to play???
Then email us at info@lechladelibrary.co.uk to book your place.
We are in the Library every first and third Wednesday of the month. We will next meet on Wednesday 21st October 4-6pm.
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Canasta Club at Lechlade Library
Learn and play Canasta, most commonly played by four in two partnerships, with melding and teamwork. Find out the rules, strategies, and tips for this engaging social game.
We meet the second and fourth Wednesday of every month, 4-6pm in the library.
Email us at info@lechladelibrary.co.uk to book your place for 28th October
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Kelmscott Manor
For the first time, Kelmscott Manor will open its doors to the public after hours for a series of evening guided tours this October half term.
Learn all about how the Morris family lived at Kelmscott and experience the Manor as they would have by candlelight – a real sensory experience.
To find out more and book your place, visit our website – spaces are limited so hurry!
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Lechlade
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Highworth
Join us on 31st October from 8am to 2pm for our fantastic Halloween Market. There will be plenty of family-friendly activities to enjoy throughout the day.
Bring along your carved pumpkin and enter our Best Carved Pumpkin Competition, follow our exciting Family Trail, have a go at making your own wand, and get creative with an Autumn Collage.
All of our regular market traders will be there, along with some extras, offering plenty to browse and enjoy.
Mark the date in your diary and come along for a fun-filled day for all the family!
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Faringdon
Faringdon Fireworks Spooktacular 2026
Join us for this year’s Fireworks display on 31st of October in the grounds of Faringdon House. Gates will open at 6:00 pm, with the fireworks display beginning at 7:00 pm
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Highworth
We’re delighted to announce that our popular event is returning! Even better, ticket prices have been frozen and remain the same as last year.
Be sure to put the date in your diary. Tickets go on sale in October, so keep an eye on our website and social media channels for further updates.
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Faringdon
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Clanfield
Clanfield Festival is a nonprofit association raising funds.
Clanfield Farmers & Craft Market, Sunday 8th November, 10.30am-1.30pm
Carter Institute & Village Green (opposite Masons Arms)
Free parking, free entry.
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Lechlade
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Kelmscott
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Faringdon
Faringdon Writers will be holding their annual Book Fair on Saturday 21st November, in the Corn Exchange, Faringdon, from 10.00am–3.00pm.
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Lechlade
Saturday 21st November – Lechlade
Dr Gillian White – Henry VIII and the Field of Cloth of Gold. The AGM will follow the talk.
Entrance per person for each talk, including tea
Members of UTRNTA £5, visitors £6
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Lechlade
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Lechlade
Craft Fair – Saturday 28th November 2026
Join us for our festive Craft Fair on Saturday 28th November 2026. A fantastic event with free entry for everyone! Browse a wonderful selection of handmade gifts, festive treats, and unique local crafts while supporting a great cause.
Don’t miss our Annual Raffle, the draw will be taking place during the event, with all proceeds going directly towards our charity and the vital services we provide to support our local community.
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Highworth
We can confirm that there will be more than 60 independent stalls, a variety of food and drink vendors, live music, a funfair, Father Christmas, and much more.
So save the date and join us as we kick off the festive season in style. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
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Lechlade
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Fairford
The countdown to the world’s greatest airshow starts now, and RIAT27 is set to be something truly special.
Celebrating 50 years since the Silver Tiger Trophy – the most prestigious award presented at the NATO Tiger Meet – was first awarded at the International Air Tattoo in 1977, RIAT27 will host an official Tiger Gathering in co-operation with the NATO Tiger Association. We’re looking forward to welcoming former Silver Tiger Trophy winners, alongside NATO Tiger Association member units, as they bring their spectacular tiger-liveried aircraft to RAF Fairford.
Whether you’re a lifelong aviation enthusiast or planning your very first visit, there’s something for everyone across the showground. Don’t miss your chance to be part of it – secure your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable weekend of aviation!
Grab yours now: https://www.airtattoo.com/
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Fairford
Fairford Steam Classic & Retro Show
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