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Nature Tots at Sutton Courtenay, 6th February 2025, 9:30 to 11:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (20.7 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 (20.7 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 (21.2 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 (20.7 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 (20.7 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 (20.7 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 (20.7 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 (20.7 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 (20.7 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 (20.7 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
Bar M CWC meet at Moose Hall, Eastcott Road, Swindon (8.2 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Mike/Lindsay on 01793 526006 or Andy & Norma on 07867 761505
Esprit meet at Headlands Grove, Headlands Grove, Swindon (9.8 miles)
We have one simple philosophy - to help children become great athletes, who in turn become great people and make true our motto: esprit gymnastics - where EVERY child is a champion!
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01793 822262, email the club or visit thier website
Swindon School Of Gymnastics meet at Stratton Road, Isis Trading Estate, Swindon (9.1 miles)
Swindon School of Gymnastics Ltd have been established for over 30 years, we have produced many National Squad Gymnasts and Regional Champions in both the boys and girls disciplines. We are the only Club in North Wiltshire to offer Artistic Gymnastics to both boys and girls, and to have a 10 meter sprung floor.
Formerly we trained out of three center’s, Dorcan Sports Centre, The Oasis Leisure Centre and Greendown School, thanks to the hard work of our committee members, coaches and parents we moved into our leased Full Time Facility in April 2004.
We can now offer Gymnastics training for anybody aged from 18 months to 60 years old! We cater for all levels and abilities from a complete beginner up to those wishing to compete at the highest level in the sport.
All our coaching staff are unpaid volunteers, many with over 15 years experience of coaching gymnastics, all coaches have gained qualifications through British Gymnastics Courses.
We pride ourselves on offering an enjoyable sport for all in a safe and friendly environment and have a reputation for making everyone that comes through our doors feel welcome.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 07733 337134, email the club or visit thier website
Woodborough CMC
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01672 851579
Woodlands CMC meet at Woodlands St. Mary Village Hall, Ermin Street, Woodlands St. Mary, Hungerford (8.5 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Avril/Bob on 01488 72415 or Rose/Dave on 01488 72715