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Young Rangers - Sutton Courtenay, 1st February 2025, 1:00 to 2:30 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
A wildlife club for 8 - 11 year olds who love nature and wildlife at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre
Wildlife and seasonal themed activities for children to explore and engage in the great outdoors! Sessions last for 2 hours and are packed full of fun games and activities to teach you all about the fantastic natural world that surrounds you.
Over the course of a year, you can expect to:
- Learn about wildlife including insects, plants, birds and mammals
- Complete valuable conservation work and learn how to use tools safely
- Develop bush craft skills including fire lighting and campfire cooking
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT allow your child to attend if they are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
This club is for children only - no adults to accompany please. A consent form must be completed and returned for each child before the session - details will be sent after booking.
£7 per child + booking fee
To book, please head over to our events page at:
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events
Teen Rangers - Sutton Courtenay, 1st February 2025, 10:00 to 12:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
A wildlife club for 11-17 year olds who have an interest in nature and conservation at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre.
Wildlife and seasonal themed activities for children to explore and engage in the great outdoors! Sessions last for 2 hours and are packed full of fun games and activities to teach you all about the fantastic natural world that surrounds you.
Over the course of a year, you can expect to:
- Learn about wildlife including insects, plants, birds and mammals
- Complete valuable conservation work and learn how to use tools safely
- Develop bush craft skills including fire lighting and campfire cooking
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT allow your child to attend if they are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
This club is for children only - no adults to accompany please. A consent form must be completed and returned for each child before the session - details will be sent after booking.
£7 per child + booking fee
To book, please head over to our events page at:
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events
Nature Tots at Sutton Courtenay, 5th February 2025, 9:30 to 11:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
Join our friendly Nature Tots staff and volunteers to explore the nature reserve and enjoy wildlife themed activities suitable for children aged 18 months to 4 years. We have a different theme each month, eg mini-beasts, dinosaurs or weather, and every session includes wildlife exploration, sensory play, stories and crafts. We start with child-led play and then come together for a story (it's a good idea to bring a snack for your child to eat at this point, and we provided tea and coffee for grown ups) and usually some singing before we move on to a few extra activities, often including a craft. A lovely way to spend quality time in the great outdoors with your child.
Please note activities will take place outdoors - dress for the weather! In the event of extreme weather we may use the centre building.
You only need to book a place for your child, not for the accompanying adult. It's fine to bring baby siblings along, they do not need a ticket.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you or your child are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
Booking essential: https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events
Price
£7 per child & booking fee.
Nature Tots at Sutton Courtenay, 6th February 2025, 9:30 to 11:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
Join our friendly Nature Tots staff and volunteers to explore the nature reserve and enjoy wildlife themed activities suitable for children aged 18 months to 4 years. We have a different theme each month, eg mini-beasts, dinosaurs or weather, and every session includes wildlife exploration, sensory play, stories and crafts. We start with child-led play and then come together for a story (it's a good idea to bring a snack for your child to eat at this point, and we provided tea and coffee for grown ups) and usually some singing before we move on to a few extra activities, often including a craft. A lovely way to spend quality time in the great outdoors with your child.
Please note activities will take place outdoors - dress for the weather! In the event of extreme weather we may use the centre building.
You only need to book a place for your child, not for the accompanying adult. It's fine to bring baby siblings along, they do not need a ticket.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you or your child are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
Booking essential: https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events
Price
£7 per child & booking fee.
Nature, Natter and Nibbles, 7th February 2025, 10:30 to 12:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
A peaceful stroll through the wonders of nature, with cake, hot drinks and good company.
Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre is set on a lovely, hidden nature reserve tucked away behind Didcot Power station. With meadows, ponds and woodland there is always something to see from spring snowdrops to autumn colour, wary foxes to dancing dragonflies - we even have our own new demonstration wildlife garden!
Join our learning volunteers for a peaceful, gentle stroll around the reserve, stopping to appreciate whatever takes your fancy. Visit the bird hide, peep into the ponds, look for sparking frost and crunch in the leaves. Hot drinks, cake and biscuits are provided, along with good company and conversation. The sessions are relaxed and informal with the option of a shorter route if you prefer. Come alone, come with a friend, bring your baby in a carrier - all welcome! Come and soak up the nature in friendly company!
The centre is accessible by car, bike and public transport (buses to Milton Park, and trains to Didcot Parkway with a regular bus link). You are welcome to bring your lunch to enjoy in the picnic area after the event.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Time
10:30am - 12:00pm
Price
£4.50 per head & booking fee
To book tickets, please head to our booking page:
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events/2025-02-07-nature-natter-and-nibbles-sutton-courtenay-friday-7-february
Club Rio, 7th February 2025, 21:00 at The Marlborough Club, Broadway, Didcot (13.1 miles)
The venue for over 30's featuring dance music from the 70's, 80's and 90's right through to the present day 9pm-1am at The Marlborough Club, Didcot. Entry £5
Crafting a Future We'd Be Proud to Leave to Future Generations, 8th February 2025, 13:30 to 15:30 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
A community crafting session for adults and young people exploring current environmental issues.
A crafting session working together to create community artworks inspired by environmental concerns and hopes. (In 2024 we created willow and fabric globes that you can now see in the centre: new projects planned for 2025.) It's also a chance to discuss any environmental issues that are on your mind with other like-minded people in a supportive atmosphere and seek effective action that we can take as individuals and communities. All materials are provided, no experience required. Hot drinks and biscuits also provided. The activity will take place inside at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre. This session is suitable for adults and young people aged 14+, please note under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. We'll be holding more of these sessions throughout the year, building on our ideas and discussions.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you or your child are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre. Bicycle parking is also available.
Time
1:30pm - 3:30pm
£10 per person + booking fee
Please book at:
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events/2025-02-08-workshop-crafting-future-wed-be-proud-leave-future-generations-sutton-courtenay
Family Event: Wild Stories and Mask Making, 18th February 2025, 1:30 to 3:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
Disappear into a rabbit hole of imagination as you join in with live storytelling then get creative, for families with children 4-11 years.
A crafting session working together to create community artworks inspired by environmental concerns and hopes. (In 2024 we created willow and fabric globes that you can now see in the centre: new projects planned for 2025.) It's also a chance to discuss any environmental issues that are on your mind with other like-minded people in a supportive atmosphere and seek effective action that we can take as individuals and communities. All materials are provided, no experience required. Hot drinks and biscuits also provided. The activity will take place inside at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre. This session is suitable for adults and young people aged 14+, please note under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. We'll be holding more of these sessions throughout the year, building on our ideas and discussions.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you or your child are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre. Bicycle parking is also available.
Time
1:30pm - 3:00pm
£10.00 per child & booking fee. Supervisory adults free.
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events/2025-02-18-family-event-wild-stories-and-mask-making-afternoon-sutton-courtenay-tuesday-18
Family Event: Wild Stories and Mask Making, 18th February 2025, 10:00 to 11:30 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
Disappear into a rabbit hole of imagination as you join in with live storytelling then get creative, for families with children 4-11 years.
A crafting session working together to create community artworks inspired by environmental concerns and hopes. (In 2024 we created willow and fabric globes that you can now see in the centre: new projects planned for 2025.) It's also a chance to discuss any environmental issues that are on your mind with other like-minded people in a supportive atmosphere and seek effective action that we can take as individuals and communities. All materials are provided, no experience required. Hot drinks and biscuits also provided. The activity will take place inside at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre. This session is suitable for adults and young people aged 14+, please note under 18s must be accompanied by an adult. We'll be holding more of these sessions throughout the year, building on our ideas and discussions.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you or your child are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre. Bicycle parking is also available.
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events/2025-02-18-family-event-wild-stories-and-mask-making-afternoon-sutton-courtenay-tuesday-18
Day Camp: Winter Wildness, 19th February 2025, 9:30 to 13:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
Keep warm and busy with a wild winter activity day outdoors for 8-11 year olds in the February half term.
A day camp for 8-12 year olds outside on the beautiful nature reserve. Activities will include nature crafts like raft building or making wind dancers, shelter building, tool use and a campfire (all activities weather permitting). The camp is run by our trained and experienced learning team, children can be dropped off and collected at the end of the day. The day will be packed full with wildlife themed games, activities and exploration all over the nature reserve, helping the children to connect with the amazing world around us.
We'll spend the day in the great outdoors, but the centre does have a beautiful indoor classroom space in case of bad weather. Further information will be sent at time of booking, including a parental consent form that MUST be completed and returned prior to attending the day. We will also send an optional one page care plan - please complete this if you feel it would help your child to settle and enjoy the day.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT allow your child to attend if they are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
Booking is essential.
£35 per child & booking fee
To book your ticket for this event, please visit our website:
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events/2025-02-19-day-camp-winter-wildness-sutton-courtenay-wednesday-19-february
7+ Workshop Bird Box Making (10am), 20th February 2025, 10:00 to 11:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
Make your own bird box to welcome nesting birds into your garden.
February is a great time for spotting our feathered garden friends getting ready to build their nests. Come along and learn to use a hammer and nails to construct your own bird box from pre-cut wooden pieces. Learn what type of box different birds are attracted to, where to put your bird box and how to look after it. Suitable for children aged 7+ with an accompanying adult who is able to assist them with the activity. No younger siblings on this one please. The picnic area and nature reserve will be available for participants to picnic and explore until 2pm, please bring wellies and waterproofs if you plan to do this! The workshop will take place outside if weather permits, or indoors in case of poor weather, please come dressed for the weather.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connections to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Time
10:00am - 11:00am
Price
£15 per box (please choose to build a box per family or per child, purchase 1 ticket per box)
Suitable for
Families, Children
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events/2025-02-20-7-workshop-bird-box-making-10am-sutton-courtenay-thursday-20-february
7+ Workshop Bird Box Making (11.30am), 20th February 2025, 11:30 to 12:30 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
Make your own bird box to welcome nesting birds into your garden.
February is a great time for spotting our feathered garden friends getting ready to build their nests. Come along and learn to use a hammer and nails to construct your own bird box from pre-cut wooden pieces. Learn what type of box different birds are attracted to, where to put your bird box and how to look after it. Suitable for children aged 7+ with an accompanying adult who is able to assist them with the activity. No younger siblings on this one please. The picnic area and nature reserve will be available for participants to picnic and explore until 2pm, please bring wellies and waterproofs if you plan to do this! The workshop will take place outside if weather permits, or indoors in case of poor weather, please come dressed for the weather.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connections to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Time
11:30am - 12:30pm
Price
£15 per box (please choose to build a box per family or per child, purchase 1 ticket per box)
Suitable for
Families, Children
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events/2025-02-20-7-workshop-bird-box-making-1130am-sutton-courtenay-thursday-20-february
Adult Winter Tree and Shrub Identification, 22nd February 2025, 9:30 to 13:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (13.4 miles)
Learn to identify a wide range of trees and shrubs in winter.
Most of us recognise a tree by its leaves, but what about in winter when many trees are leafless? Come along to our beautiful nature reserve and learn to identify a wide range of trees in the winter. This course is suitable for beginners up to those with an intermediate level knowledge. Our visiting expert, James Warren, will cover the basics of tree identification, develop your botanical skills and understanding of terminology, as well as discussing tree hybrids and potential tree diseases and damage to trees. Perfect for anyone interested in finding out a bit more about the wonderful world of trees. The course will consist of a theory section in our education centre followed by a practical ID walk around the nature reserve where we have a wide variety of species for you to test your skills on. Tea and cake included (please let us know any dietary requirements on booking). You may like to bring a notebook and pencil.
Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing including waterproofs. Wellies may be essential as the site gets very wet in places in winter - please bring them in case!
Suitable for Adults
Date
Saturday 22 February 2025
Time
9:30am – 1.00pm
£35 per head + booking fee
Please book at:
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events/2025-02-22-adult-winter-tree-and-shrub-identification-sutton-courtenay-saturday-22-february
Abingdon Gymnastics Club meet at Berinsfield Gymnastics Centre (8.6 miles)
Abingdon Gymnastics Club was formed in 1976. We are affiliated to the Oxfordshire Gymnastics Association, the South Region Gymnastics Assocaition and the British Gymnastics Association. We have been awarded the Sport England GymMark award which shows we are a safe, well run club and have recently become registered as a Community Amateur Sports Club.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01865 340992, email the club or visit thier website
Aylesbury Gym Club meet at Quarrendon Upper School, Weedon Road, Aylesbury (7.5 miles)
Aylesbury Gym Club was formed in 1962 and offers gymnasts the most enjoyable gymnastics sessions and very high quality coaching.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Country Friends meet at Aylesbury Railway Club, California, Aylesbury (7.3 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01296 426451
Dentokan Jujutsu meet at Greet Hall, Hammer Lane, Warborough, Wallingford (8.7 miles)
A martial arts club practicing a traditional Japanese martial art. The club meets on Tuesdays in Warborough.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Last Chance Country Music Club meet at Stewart Hall, Little Kimble (near Wendover), Station Road, Little Kimble, Aylesbury (6.5 miles)
Come on over and enjoy an evening dancing or just listening to country music.
We have live bands from all over the country
playing modern as well as timeless classics.
The atmosphere is very friendly. We welcome visitors, guests and new members. We have a bar.
Sorry, No line dancing.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Mike on 01844 274879, email Mike or visit thier website
New Club CM meet at New Club, Blenheim Lane, Wheatley, Oxford (6 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Pam on 01865 872053
New Tai-Chi Class meet at St Leonard's Church Hall, Pyrton Lane, Watlington (6.2 miles)
Tai-Chi is characterised by its slow, graceful, continuous movements that are gentle on the joints and muscles. No fitness or age requirements - just turn up!
Monday 18.30-20.00pm, Wednesday 20.00-21.30pm.
£10/class, discounts available.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Nick on 07505 033568, email Nick or visit thier website
Slimming World Classes meet at New Testament Church of God, Between Towns Road, Oxford (8.8 miles)
Slimming World Class, uses healthy eating plans to help with weight loss. Every Wednesday. Open to men & women
These take place at New Testiment Church of God, Towns Road, Cowley, Every Tuesday at 10:00 Also every Wednesday at Mornese Centre, Our Ladys Convent,near Original Swan at 19:00. £5 membership & £3:75 per week
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Gloria on 01865 438114
The Golden Eagle meet at The Grange School, Wendover Way, Aylesbury (7.7 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01442 824512
Whisky Bill's meet at Bullingdon Social Club, Drinkwater Close, Piddington, Bicester (6.9 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone 01844 208953 on 01844 208832