What’s on

Thu 24 Apr-Thu 1 May: STONE CARVING WORKSHOPS WITH CATHERINE BINNIE AT RAILWAY STUDIOS

SPRING WORKSHOPS -

April 24/25, May 1/2, 8/9, 22/23, 29/30, June 5/6

Thursday afternoons 2- 4.30

Friday mornings 10.15-1.45

Friday afternoons 1.30 - 4

With over thirty years of experience running stone carving workshops, I am now offering weekly sessions on Thursday afternoons, Friday mornings and Friday afternoons at Railway Studios, next to Charlbury rail station.

These can be booked in blocks of six consecutive weekly In these small, friendly, workshops you will be given enough guidance at every stage to create a small sculpture. As each person works at their own pace you may complete this within the six classes or you might want to carry on into the next block of workshops. Come with an idea of what you would like to make or wait and see what the stone suggests! No experience necessary, and no pressure to create a masterpiece… although it may well happen!

The cost for six mornings is £180 with a separate fee for a piece of stone of your choice, at cost (£20- £50). Tools and protective clothing provided. Payment is for the full six weeks but If there is the odd morning that you can’t make, there may be some flexibility between the mornings/afternoons within the six week block and the possibility of doing whole days. There is also the option to carry over missed classes to the next block if you are also signed up to the regular classes.

Workshops will take place outside whenever possible. There is cover!

Tea/coffee and biscuits!

For more details and to book please see my website -www.catherinebinnieartist.com

Catherine Binnie · Link


Thu 24 Apr-Fri 2 May: Road closure Pooles Lane

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – Section 14(1)

Notice of Temporary Traffic Order

Charlbury-Dancers Hill & Pooles Lane

Prohibition of Through Traffic

Date of Order: 7 April 2025

Coming into force: 14 April 2025

This Order is being introduced because of gas main works which are

anticipated to be completed on 9 June 2025.

The effect of the Order is to temporarily prohibit any vehicle proceeding in

Dancers Hill and Pooles Lane.

Appropriate traffic signs will be displayed to indicate when the measures are

in force.

Exemptions are included for police, fire and ambulance services and for the

works and for access to premises which are only accessible from the closed

section of road.

The alternative route for traffic affected by the closure is via Sturt Road,

through The Slade onto Enstone Road and then along Hixet Wood.

Traffic Regulations Team (T15188 / RAG) for the Corporate Director :

Environment and Place, County Hall, Oxford OX1 1ND. 0345 310 1111.

Lisa Wilkinson · Link


Fri 25 Apr: You're invited to the Annual Town Meeting!

Join us on Friday 25th April from 7pm for this year’s Annual Town Meeting! This year's theme is Healthy and Happy in Charlbury! It’s a great chance to chat to councillors over refreshments, hear about what the Town Council has been working on over the past year, ask questions, and have your say on local matters. Local health and well-being practitioners will be joining us as well - they may even give us a demonstration. 

We’d love to see you at the Memorial Hall.

Lisa Wilkinson · Link


Fri 25 Apr: Film Night: Heaven is for Real

Film Night Friday 25th April 2025 at Charlbury Baptist : Heaven is for Real

Join us at the church at 7:00pm for our Film Night, based on a true story of a boy who discovers how real Heaven is.

Stephen Page · Link


Fri 25 Apr-Sat 26 Apr: Taster Sessions at Charlbury Bowls Club

Bowls is a sport for everyone to enjoy.

Charlbury Bowls Club invites you to come along and have a go when the bowling green opens for the summer.

Adult sessions are on Friday afternoons from 2pm to 4pm commencing on 25th April.

Junior sessions, for aged 7 years and over, are on Saturday mornings from 10am to 12pm commencing on 26th April. 

All equipment is provided. You will just need a pair of clean flat soled shoes or trainers. 

Tasters sessions for families or groups by arrangement. 

For further information please call Ian on 07585 328171 or Cynthia on 07484 659069.

Jackie Hague · Link



Sun 27 Apr: MUSIC AT THE ROSE AND CROWN 27/4 from 7.45pm

CLOUD NINE, ACOUSTIC TRIO,  playing original songs and covers are back at the Rose and Crown on 27th April from 7.45pm.  

Sarah Snelling · Link


Sun 27 Apr: CRAG Sunday Tea Concert: Maggie Cole and Alison Bury

CRAG is delighted to welcome back two wonderful seasoned CRAG artistes – the violinist Alison Bury, and harpsichordist Maggie Cole, who is returning for her fifth CRAG concert!

They will be basing their hour-long programme around 2 masterpieces by J.S. Bach – drawn from his fabulous set of accompanied sonatas for violin and harpsichord.

CRAG’s Sunday Tea Concerts are held in the Memorial Hall, Browns Lane, Charlbury at 3pm.

The music lasts approximately one hour and is always followed by complimentary tea and CRAG’s legendary homemade cake.

Buy tickets (£17 or £5 for under 15s) from our website at https://www.charlburyrefugee.org.uk/events/alisonbury-maggiecole/ or from Number Five (formerly Cotswold Frames) on Market Street. Doors open 2:30.

ALL PROCEEDS TO REFUGEE RELIEF - https://www.charlburyrefugee.org.uk/

Vicky Buser · Link


Sun 27 Apr: Charlbury Flea Market at Chloe's!

Hello! Just a reminder that it’s our Flea Market Chloe’s this Sunday from 10am.

Here’s a quick idea of what to expect:

Delicious sourdough bread, pastries and sweet treats from @forgehousebakery

Amazing Italian food from @mariellabliss

Sensational candles made in Chipping Norton by lovely Katie from @stowsmithscandles

Beautiful baskets direct from @thebasketroom

Gorgeous tulips, seasonal blooms and pots from @thecharlburyflowerco and @thecharlburygardener

Franks lovely pots! It’s his debut market so please show him some love!

Great greetings cards from @catherinebinnieart

A selection of vintage jewellery and art from Kathryn @kcroxson

Lucy @lucy_jones74 will be with us with a great mix of small furniture, ceramics and glass

@kalli_1805 and Sarah are coming with rails of vintage, secondhand and sample clothes

And @gilly.bell will be with us with a bunch of pre-loved Cabbages and Roses dresses

Phew! Hope to see you then!xxx

Chloe Horner · Link


Tue 29 Apr-Thu 1 May: Temporary road closure on Church Street

Temporary Traffic Regulation Notice 

Temporary Road Closure at Charlbury, Church Street

A request has been received from Thames Water for a temporary road closure to apply to a length of Church Street, whilst essential fire hydrant replacement works are carried out.

A temporary Notice is being made by Oxfordshire County Council to implement the temporary restriction and will operate from 29 April 2025 up to and including 1 May 2025, 07:30 to 18:00 each day.

Please note that Notices for urgent works can last up to 5 consecutive days only.

A copy of the drawing showing the extent of the closure and also the alternative routes for traffic is attached.

Further information regarding the works may be obtained by contacting Thames Water helpline on 0800 316 9800.

Lisa Wilkinson · Link


Tue 29 Apr: UK Bats and their ecology, Rachel Crookes, Wild Oxfordshire

7.30-9.00 pm

Friends Meeting House

Come and join us as we hear Rachel Crookes, Nature Recovery Lead at Wild Oxfordshire, tell us all about our lovely bats, their ecology and what we can do to help them flourish.

Everyone is welcome. £5 donation for wildlife at the door for non- members or you can join CWS for £10. Under 18s are free to all CWS events. 

For further information contact charlburywildlifesociety@gmail.com

Flora Gregory · Link



Wed 30 Apr: Songbirds Toddler & Baby Singing Group

CALLING ALL TODDLERS! Come sing with us at 10.15am on Wednesdays during term times in the community centre.

Age: 0-5

Price: £8

Dance to the music: https://soundcloud.com/songbirdswithjen

See you there!

Jenny Larsen · Link



Sat 3 May-Mon 12 May: Road closure Pooles Lane

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – Section 14(1)

Notice of Temporary Traffic Order

Charlbury-Dancers Hill & Pooles Lane

Prohibition of Through Traffic

Date of Order: 7 April 2025

Coming into force: 14 April 2025

This Order is being introduced because of gas main works which are

anticipated to be completed on 9 June 2025.

The effect of the Order is to temporarily prohibit any vehicle proceeding in

Dancers Hill and Pooles Lane.

Appropriate traffic signs will be displayed to indicate when the measures are

in force.

Exemptions are included for police, fire and ambulance services and for the

works and for access to premises which are only accessible from the closed

section of road.

The alternative route for traffic affected by the closure is via Sturt Road,

through The Slade onto Enstone Road and then along Hixet Wood.

Traffic Regulations Team (T15188 / RAG) for the Corporate Director :

Environment and Place, County Hall, Oxford OX1 1ND. 0345 310 1111.

Lisa Wilkinson · Link


Sat 3 May: Community Workshop - make a Tote Bag

Saturday 3rd May. 9.30 am

Join the Soft Craft Section of the Community Workshop and make a Tote bag. You can use your own material or choose some of ours.  

Cost £10. Tea/coffee included.  

You are welcome to pop in on a Wednesday morning and look through our material stock. 

If interested please contact Pat Court on patcourt92@gmail.com.

Pat Court · Link


Sun 4 May: Charlbury Bowls Club Open Days

Charlbury Bowls Club invites you to come along to one of our open days being held on 4th May and 25th May from 2pm to 5pm.

Bowls is a sport for all from 7 year olds to 90+ year olds. 

All you need to bring is a pair of clean, flat soled, shoes or trainers.

The licensed bar and clubhouse will be open

We look forward to seeing you there.

Jackie Hague · Link



Tue 6 May: Politics, Personalities and Punch Ups: An Introduction to the Council of Nicea

DATE CHANGE: TUESDAY 6th May @7PM

The first in a series to mark the 1700th anniversary of the Nicene Creed

Nibbles and wine available.

All welcome.

St Marys and All Saints · Link


Wed 7 May: Songbirds Toddler & Baby Singing Group

CALLING ALL TODDLERS! Come sing with us at 10.15am on Wednesdays during term times in the community centre.

Age: 0-5

Price: £8

Dance to the music: https://soundcloud.com/songbirdswithjen

See you there!

Jenny Larsen · Link


Sat 10 May: Plant & Seed Swap

Memorial Hall - 10th May 2025 10 am. to noon

Just turn up, bringing any spare plants and seeds to add to the selection!

You don’t have to bring anything to swap – just come along and choose something new for your garden. Any monetary donations we receive are "ploughed" into our gardening initiatives around the town. If you’re thinking about sowing seeds this spring, maybe sow a few extra to bring along!

Come early to avoid disappointment, as plants usually find new homes very quickly!

If you have plants to donate, and prefer to bring them in advance, please leave them behind the lowered hedge in the Corner House Garden from the evening of Friday 9th May.

Many gardeners grow or take cuttings or divide plants especially for the event, and it is always wonderful to think that little pieces of our gardens are spreading around Charlbury and other local villages. It’s especially good to realise that, generally, what will grow in a local garden will also grow in yours – so success is (almost) guaranteed!

Enquiries: secretary@charlburygardensociety.org.uk

Geneviève Hug · Link


Sat 10 May: Thai Curry & Quiz Stonesfield Village Hall

Join Friends of Stonesfield School at Stonesfield Village Hall

Date & Time:

Saturday, 10th May 2025

7:30 PM (Doors open from 7:15 PM)

Thai Curry & Quiz Night – A fun evening for a great cause!

Join us for a delicious Thai meal, a fun quiz, and the chance to win a prize – all for just £15 per person! It’s an evening of great food, friendly competition, and community spirit, all in support of a wonderful cause.

What’s on the Menu?

We’re thrilled to have Chris from Nuak! Thai Food, our local Thai pop-up restaurant, catering the event. Check them out on Facebook and Instagram to see the mouth-watering dishes they create!

Your ticket includes a delicious Thai dish, jasmine rice, salad garnish, and Thai prawn crackers. Meal options include:

Chicken or Vegan Curry – fragrant authentic Thai red coconut curry with kafir lime leaf and young bamboo shoots (medium spicy) – Chicken curry allergens include soya and crustaceans (may contain traces of fish/molluscs). Vegan curry allergen - soya.

Chicken or Vegan Satay – a non-spicy option! Succulent grilled chicken (or vegan alternative) with a rich roasted peanut Satay sauce and served with tangy Ajaad picked vegetables – Chicken dish allergens include nuts, soya and crustaceans (may contain traces of fish/molluscs). Vegan dish allergens include soya and nuts

The Quiz:

Get ready for a fun and lively quiz with prizes up for grabs! Teams will be made up of 6 people. You can form your own team, or we can help you find others on the night.

Quiz Entry:

Your ticket includes entry to the quiz – so grab your friends and come prepared to show off your knowledge!

Full details and to order your ticket visit

https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/foss-tickets/foss-quiz-thai-curry-night/e-ajmayr

Sarah Lydiat · Link



Sun 11 May: Charlbury Community Centre Open Day

Come and join us for a fantastic day at the Charlbury Community Centre Open Day on Sunday, 11 May 2025, from 10:00 to 14:00! Explore our amazing facilities, take part in sample classes, and meet our friendly instructors and club leaders. Kickstart the day with a free Fun Family Circuits session at 9:45, then enjoy a delicious BBQ while discovering everything our community centre has to offer. Whether you're looking to try something new or just want a fun day out, there's something for everyone! Don’t miss out—see you there!

Charlbury Community Centre · Link


Tue 13 May-Thu 22 May: Road closure Pooles Lane

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – Section 14(1)

Notice of Temporary Traffic Order

Charlbury-Dancers Hill & Pooles Lane

Prohibition of Through Traffic

Date of Order: 7 April 2025

Coming into force: 14 April 2025

This Order is being introduced because of gas main works which are

anticipated to be completed on 9 June 2025.

The effect of the Order is to temporarily prohibit any vehicle proceeding in

Dancers Hill and Pooles Lane.

Appropriate traffic signs will be displayed to indicate when the measures are

in force.

Exemptions are included for police, fire and ambulance services and for the

works and for access to premises which are only accessible from the closed

section of road.

The alternative route for traffic affected by the closure is via Sturt Road,

through The Slade onto Enstone Road and then along Hixet Wood.

Traffic Regulations Team (T15188 / RAG) for the Corporate Director :

Environment and Place, County Hall, Oxford OX1 1ND. 0345 310 1111.

Lisa Wilkinson · Link


Wed 14 May: Charlbury Arts

Susie Lawson: How to Navigate the Creative Industries

Susie will be tapping into her expertise from 25 years in the creative industries. 

The evening will explore the importance of collaboration and why she has developed a new coaching programme for artists.

Memorial Hall 7.30

All welcome, non members £5 on the door

Tony Lloyd · Link


Wed 14 May: Songbirds Toddler & Baby Singing Group

CALLING ALL TODDLERS! Come sing with us at 10.15am on Wednesdays during term times in the community centre.

Age: 0-5

Price: £8

Dance to the music: https://soundcloud.com/songbirdswithjen

See you there!

Jenny Larsen · Link


Sat 17 May: Craft & Cuppa

Bring along your craft, enjoy a chat and laugh, coffee/tea and biscuits, socialise and make new friends. Share ideas and inspiration and swap hints, tips and skills. Everyone welcome. The third Saturday morning of each month 10.30-12.30 at Charlbury Bowls Club. Free parking. £3.50 per session to cover costs. Any enquiries please make contact on charlburywi@oxfordshirewi.co.uk.

Louise Cashman · Link


Sat 17 May-Mon 26 May: Artweeks in Charlbury

15 artists will be exhibiting their work in studios, workshops and homes around town including St Mary’s Church.  Do come along and see their latest creations.  Trailmaps available from The Corner House and the artists in April.

Maureen Sparling · Link



Sat 17 May-Mon 26 May: ARTWEEKS AT RAILWAY STUDIOS

Catherine Binnie and Martha Evans invite you to their open studio for Oxfordshire ARTWEEKS 

17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 26 MAY 11am-6pm  

Open at other times by appointment 

Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Pottery, Photography, Prints and Greetings Cards 

Details of stone carving and pottery workshops 

Next to Charlbury station 

Plenty of parking 

Come and say hello! 

Stone carving in action 

www.catherinebinnieartist.com  

www.artweeks.org 

Catherine Binnie · Link


Sat 17 May: Fran McGillivray and Mike Burke at The Rosie!

On Saturday 17th May, a great night is guaranteed at The Rose & Crown with Fran McGillivray and Mike Burke, who always play a wonderful set here!

Fran and Mike have been playing together for over 30 years, and their set contains many of the great classic blues songs as well as some of their own material.

You'll hear some great vocals from them both, as well as Mike's fine resonator guitar playing accompanied by Fran on bass.

Come on down! The music starts between 8.30 and 9pm.

Charlie M · Link


Wed 21 May: Space Story Time - Author Event in the Library 4.30-5.30pm

This is a free event at Charlbury Library and is aimed at 7-12 year-olds with their carers.

Sue Palmer is a local author and her May's Moon Trilogy tells the story of 13 year old Michael May's dream of becoming the first child astronaut. At its heart, it's a story about chasing dreams and what happens when those dreams start to become a reality.  Sue will be reading from her books but also telling us stories from when she has met real astronauts.  This will be a very interactive session, having fun with real space food, robots and models and will end with a book signing.  This event is free but you will need to sign up your child for a guaranteed place.  See poster for details

Charlbury Library · Link


Wed 21 May: Lino Printing Workshop at The Bell

This workshop is aimed for beginners, sharing Sam’s love for print. Sam will be on hand to give personal tips and techniques to guide you through every part of the process. Together you will gather inspiration for the artwork while enjoying the calm, thoughtful nature of making these prints.

Sam will introduce you to the world of linocuts, using reference images, objects and botanicals around us before you start the design for the lino. Sam will show you how to transfer this design onto the linoleum. The next stage, Sam will show you how to carefully cut this design out using specialist tools. The final stage is printing your artwork.

By the end of the 3 hour session you’ll have your own hand-printed linocut to keep. You will also leave being confident to continue these techniques and make your own prints at home.

With a glass of wine on arrival, enjoy delicious seasonal sourdough pizzas prepared by our chefs from our converted horsebox.

All materials, equipment and light refreshments will be provided.

Arrival Time 5:30 pm

Ticket Price £80 per person, includes pizza and wine

Bookable here

Nathan Walker Unwin · Link


Wed 21 May: Charlbury WI monthly meeting - Otmoor, A Wilderness Restored

Otmoor is a large nature reserve on the outskirts of Oxford managed by the RSPB. Our speaker tonight, Peter Barker, is a passionate advocate for Otmoor and its wildlife and for open wild spaces. Peter will be giving an inspiring talk illustrated with captivating photographs taking us through a year at Otmoor including the starling murmurations in autumn for which it is renowned.

To be followed by tea, coffee & cake. Charlbury WI is always delighted to welcome visitors and new members (ladies only please). 7.30pm at The Memorial Hall. Any enquiries please make contact on charlburywi@oxfordshirewi.co.uk.

Louise Cashman · Link


Wed 21 May: Songbirds Toddler & Baby Singing Group

CALLING ALL TODDLERS! Come sing with us at 10.15am on Wednesdays during term times in the community centre.

Age: 0-5

Price: £8

Dance to the music: https://soundcloud.com/songbirdswithjen

See you there!

Jenny Larsen · Link


Fri 23 May-Fri 30 May: Road closure Pooles Lane

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – Section 14(1)

Notice of Temporary Traffic Order

Charlbury-Dancers Hill & Pooles Lane

Prohibition of Through Traffic

Date of Order: 7 April 2025

Coming into force: 14 April 2025

This Order is being introduced because of gas main works which are

anticipated to be completed on 9 June 2025.

The effect of the Order is to temporarily prohibit any vehicle proceeding in

Dancers Hill and Pooles Lane.

Appropriate traffic signs will be displayed to indicate when the measures are

in force.

Exemptions are included for police, fire and ambulance services and for the

works and for access to premises which are only accessible from the closed

section of road.

The alternative route for traffic affected by the closure is via Sturt Road,

through The Slade onto Enstone Road and then along Hixet Wood.

Traffic Regulations Team (T15188 / RAG) for the Corporate Director :

Environment and Place, County Hall, Oxford OX1 1ND. 0345 310 1111.

Lisa Wilkinson · Link


Sun 25 May: Charlbury Bowls Club Open Day on the Bowls Big Weekend

Charlbury Bowls Club invites you to our open day on 25th May from 2pm to 5pm as part of the Bowls Big Weekend. 

Bowls is a sport for all from 7 year olds to 90+ year olds.  

Come along and give it a try. 

All you need to bring is a pair of clean, flat soled, shoes or trainers.

The licensed bar and clubhouse will be open for you to enjoy

We look forward to seeing you there.

Jackie Hague · Link


Tue 27 May: Tea Towel / Tote Bag Silk Screen Printing Workshop at The Shed

Introduction to Silk Screen Printing Workshop.

The Shed, Charlbury, OX7 3QZ

10 – 12.30 pm Tuesday May 27th.

In this two and a half hour workshop you will learn how to design and make a paper cut stencil that you can then print on to a tea towel!

To start, you will be making some screen prints on paper using existing designs to cut as stencils initially to learn the basics.

Once you have that basic understanding, we will then move on to making a more detailed design and print in two colours that you'll print your own tea towel.

I will help you develop your own ideas for a print – source materials to develop your design will be provided but feel free to bring your own images to work from.

We will be using water based acrylic printing ink as well as craft knives to cut the stencils.

Wearing old clothes is advisable or bring an apron.

About me : I am based over in Charlbury, Oxfordshire - and am an artist and silk screen printer, a lot of my work is within the music industry. Clients have included The Lumineers, Wilderness Festival, Rob MacFarlane , Johnny Flynn and even Simon Armitage among others.

This workshop is suitable for ages of around 12 years old and upwards. Please note that the price will add VAT at checkout. Please email hello@jonmackay.org if you have any questions or would like to know more.

Please use the link below to book.

https://jonmackay.bigcartel.com/product/introduction-to-silk-screen-printing

Jon Mackay · Link


Sun 1 Jun-Mon 9 Jun: Road closure

ROAD TRAFFIC REGULATION ACT 1984 – Section 14(1)

Notice of Temporary Traffic Order

Charlbury-Dancers Hill & Pooles Lane

Prohibition of Through Traffic

Date of Order: 7 April 2025

Coming into force: 14 April 2025

This Order is being introduced because of gas main works which are

anticipated to be completed on 9 June 2025.  The effect of the Order is to temporarily prohibit any vehicle proceeding in Dancers Hill and Pooles Lane.  Appropriate traffic signs will be displayed to indicate when the measures are in force.

Exemptions are included for police, fire and ambulance services and for the works and for access to premises which are only accessible from the closed section of road.

The alternative route for traffic affected by the closure is via Sturt Road, through The Slade onto Enstone Road and then along Hixet Wood.

Traffic Regulations Team (T15188 / RAG) for the Corporate Director :

Environment and Place, County Hall, Oxford OX1 1ND. 0345 310 1111.

Lisa Wilkinson · Link


Sun 8 Jun: Open Gardens

This will take place on 8th June from 2-5pm. Tickets £5 per adult can be bought on the day from the gazebo which will be in the Memorial Hall garden (children go free and have their own quiz to do too). Teas and delicious, homemade cakes will be served in the Garden Room of Memorial Hall.

Elisabeth Partington · Link


Wed 11 Jun: Twelfth Night

The Lord Chamberlain's Men will present Shakespeare's work as he first saw it, all male, in the open air with Elizabethan costume and dance. They come to Charlbury for just one performance at 7 pm on Wednesday 11 June 2025 in the garden of the Old Rectory, Church Lane, OX7 3PX.

It will be an evening of romantic confusion, mistaken identity, practical jokes and riotous disorder in this hilarious and lyrical comedy about love, it's many and glorious facets, and the mess that it can make of us all.

Tickets £35 plus £2.73 booking fee.

For further details and ticket sales: www.charlburyshakespeare.co.uk

Patrick Gallagher · Link


Sat 14 Jun: Charles Hanson Antiques Valuation event Sat 14th June 2025

Please pop along if you have any family heirlooms and objet d'art you’d like  identified and valued by Charles Hanson from TV's "Flog It' and "Bargain Hunt". We had a super event this time last year, and he is delighted to return to Charlbury to visit us again. It is a lovely event, and we do ask for a £5 donation to the Charlbury Community Centre on the door. Look forward to seeing you then.

Kim Harrison · Link


Wed 18 Jun: Charlbury WI - Summer Picnic

For our June gathering we’ll be making the most of the glorious summer weather (we hope!) with a picnic. Bring along your own chair, picnic food and wine and enjoy a relaxed evening. Picnic site to be confirmed. Charlbury WI is always delighted to welcome visitors and new members (ladies only please). Please contact us on charlburywi@oxfordshirewi.co.uk with any enquiries. 

Louise Cashman · Link


Fri 20 Jun-Sun 22 Jun: Park Fair, Great Tew (click for more)


Sat 21 Jun: Craft & Cuppa

Bring along your craft, enjoy a chat and laugh, coffee/tea and biscuits, socialise and make new friends. Share ideas and inspiration and swap hints, tips and skills. Everyone welcome. The third Saturday morning of each month 10.30-12.30 at Charlbury Bowls Club. Free parking. £3.50 per session to cover costs. Any enquiries please make contact on charlburywi@oxfordshirewi.co.uk.

Louise Cashman · Link



Wed 25 Jun: Butterfly guided walk at Blenheim Farm Nature Reserve, off The Slade, Charlbury

11am -12.30pm. Come along for a guided walk with Peter Philp from the Upper Thames branch of Butterfly Conservation at Blenheim Farm our local BBOWT Nature Reserve. Book here and more information

The reserve is signposted east from The Slade (bottom of the dip) in Charlbury Grid ref: SP36519, take the footpath to the reserve and we will meet at the reserve entrance.

What3Words: lodge.insisting.canoe

Christine Elliott · Link


Sat 28 Jun: Charlbury Beer Festival

The 2025 Charlbury Beer Festival will take place on Saturday 28 June at Charlbury Cricket Club, from noon till late. There will be around 60 real ales, a variety of craft beers, a range of ciders and perries, wine, gin, and Pimm’s; a great selection of food (including vegan options); tea, cake and soft drinks; live music throughout; the Culture Club tent with its varied programme of performances and talks; children’s entertainment and activities; and high-octane sport with the World Aunt Sally Singles Championships.

All money raised by the Beer Festival is given out to community projects, both in the Charlbury area and overseas. We have now taken our total of funds raised for good causes to around £300,000. There have been donations to over fifty local organisations, ranging from Charlbury Primary School and the town’s Pre-School, to local sports clubs, Charlbury’s Day Centre and Community Centre, and overseas projects in Africa, India, South America and elsewhere.

We must thank those generous sponsors who finance the beers and the entertainment tents, and of course, the beers themselves, plus the many hours that committee members and other volunteers put in. Cheers all round!

Charlbury Cricket Club provides a glorious setting, just across the road from Charlbury Station. There are excellent all-day (including late night) bus and train services to and from Charlbury to Oxford, Chipping Norton, Reading, Witney, Worcester and London, so you don’t even need to drive if you want to have a drink.

To keep up to date with the festival, please visit our website and follow our social media pages (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter)

Edward Fenton · Link



Sat 5 Jul: Electrical items for Bring OR Take in one weeks time

The Bring OR Take in the Memorial Hall is next week on Saturday 12 July but please bring your plug-in electrical items this Saturday to 3 Crawborough Villas between 11am and 12 noon ONLY (no other time please). This will enable them to be PAT-tested in advance and made available at the Bring OR Take in the Memorial Hall. Please do not bring old-style big TVs - they need to be taken direct to Dix Pit at Stanton Harcourt for recycling.

Organised by Charlbury Green Hub.

Christine Elliott · Link


Sat 12 Jul: Bring OR Take in Memorial Hall - 9.30-12

BRING items from between 9.30 and 10.15am and TAKE anything you want free of charge from between 10am and 12 noon. You don't have to bring something in order to take something, so please just pop-in to take away anything you like.

BRING spare but usable items you no longer want: household items, clothes, children's toys, DVDs, books, bikes, curtains, garden tools, flower & vegetable seeds, etc, etc. PLEASE DON'T BRING PAINT, TILES, KNIVES, OR CHILD CAR SEATS.

Plug-in electrical items have to have been PAT-tested by us in advance, so bring them to 3 Crawborough Villas  ONE WEEK BEFORE on Saturday 5 July between 11-12 ONLYWE WILL NOT ACCEPT PLUG-IN ELECTRICAL ITEMS ON THE DAY OF THE BRING OR TAKE.

Bring a photo of large items to put on the notice board rather than bring them along on the day.

You can also bring along old spectacles, unwanted bras, used printer ink cartridges, dead batteries, broken lightbulbs, and used water filter cartridges - please put them in the boxes by the door.

Items are given and taken FREE so please respect this community spirit by not taking things for resale or scrap value. Leftovers are given to charities or Freecycled.

Photos might be taken during the event, so if you don't want to be photographed then please contact Janet or Christine.

Volunteers are vital for this event - if you would like to help sort things out as they are brought in and put onto tables, and more importantly help sort stuff out at the end, and even drive to charity shop in Witney, then please contact Christine Elliott 01608 811057.

Organised by the Charlbury Green Hub.

Christine Elliott · Link


Tue 5 Aug-Fri 8 Aug: CTC Holiday Club

Save the date! 5th August- 8th August.

St Marys and All Saints · Link


Wed 10 Sep: Charlbury Arts

Memorial Hall 7.30

All welcome, non members £5 on the door

Tony Lloyd · Link


Sat 20 Sep: Charlbury Street Fair

The theme this year is Magic, Mystery and Legends. There will be all the usual stalls, food and fun. Fair is opened at 2pm and continues into the evening with live music. Book the date in your diary now!

Elisabeth Partington · Link


Wed 8 Oct: Charlbury Arts

Memorial Hall 7.30

All welcome, non members £5 on the door

Tony Lloyd · Link


Wed 12 Nov: Charlbury Arts

Memorial Hall 7.30

All welcome, non members £5 on the door

Tony Lloyd · Link


Wed 10 Dec: Charlbury Arts

Desert Island Art

Memorial Hall 7.30

All welcome, non members £5 on the door

Tony Lloyd · Link


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