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Films at the Regent cinema, concerts, regular activities, Citizen Advice+++
Films at the Regent cinema, concerts, regular activities, Citizen Advice+++
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June 2019
Sunday 23rd June 2019 Brass on the Grass Sunday 23rd June 2019 at Wantage Silver Band Bandhall, Tugwell Field, Wantage OX12 8FR From 1.30 p.m. Free Parking Free Admission Just bring a rug or chair Come and listen to Wantage Silver Band's seven bands. The line up is as follows: 1.30 Wantage Community Brass, 2.30 Wantage Trainer Band, 3.15 Wantage Concert Brass, 4.15 Wantage Academy Brass, 5.15 Wantage Junior Band, 6.00 Wantage Band. Finally at 7.00 pm. Wantage Big Band will entertain. BBQ:BAR:RAFFLE:GIN AUCTION:CREAM TEAS:TOMBOLA AND MUCH MORE Friday 28th June Mary Queen of Scots (15) (2018 - Biography, Drama, History) Mary Stuart's attempt to overthrow her cousin Elizabeth I, Queen of England, finds her condemned to years of imprisonment before facing execution. Stars: Saoirse Ronan, Margot Robbie, Jack Lowden Film duration: 2 hrs 4 min (plus 15 min interval) Licensed bar, refreshments, ice-creams and popcorn Blockbuster @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 7.00pm, film starts at 7.30pm Tickets in advance £3 U18s, £4 Adult, £10 Family from Faringdon Information CentreTickets on door £4 U18s, £5 Adult, £11 Family For more info or to join the mailing list, please visit our website www.faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk/regent-cinema-2 Tickets can be bought in advance from Faringdon Information Centre, 5 Market Square, Faringdon SN7 7HL From 15th June An exhibition of unique arts and crafts, handmade by local artists This Summer for six weeks, Saturday 15th June until Saturday 27th July, West Ox Arts will be hosting Creative Work. Our exhibitors are a mix of West Ox Arts members and non-members, some of whom will be exhibiting in the Gallery for the first time. Their unique handcrafted art is made with skill, passion & dedication. There will be a great range of exquisite, innovative and bespoke hand-made crafts on display, including ceramics, textiles, jewellery and glass along with paintings and prints. All work for sale is available to take away on the day and each purchase, however small, makes a huge difference to an artist and at the same time supports West Ox Arts, a registered charity. Come along and admire this fabulous array of arts and crafts – the sun is shining now but Christmas will be here before you know it! This is an exhibition not to be missed! Tues - Sat 11.30am - 4.30pm, Sundays 2-4pm, Closed Mondays West Ox Arts Gallery, Market Square, Bampton OX18 2JH www.westoxarts.com 01993 850137 Sat June 29th Great Coxwell Village Fete At the Great Barn, Great Coxwell From 12pm Free entry and fun for the whole family. Stalls, games, tea and cakes, beer and burgers. 29th June 2019 Grand Charity Treasure Hunt Southrop Village Hall, GL7 3PH First starters away at 9am; last starters by 1pm Separate courses for:
Refreshments at the hall throughout the day Please book Start Time in advance if you can: email southropvillagehall@gmail.com Saturday 29th June Tool marking- Neighbourhood POlice team The feedback across the local policing area regarding free Tool Marking Events has been very positive. The Faringdon Neighbourhood Team will be holding one at the end of this month. Please bring any tools along that you would like to get 10am - 1pm outside Screw Fix, Old Sawmills Road, Faringdon Sat 29th June Summer Dance to 1950s, 60s, 70s music. Nitelife Duo Corn Exchange 7.30-11pm £5 on the door Licensed Bar Sunday 30th June 2019 BUSCOT RUN - 5k & 10k The annual Buscot Run organised by Faringdon Rotary will take place this year on Sunday 30th June in the beautiful setting of Buscot Park whilst the park is closed by kind permission of Lord Faringdon. Run over 5k and 10k the course has been accurately measured using GPS and runs right past the front door of Buscot House, through formal parkland, woods and around open fields on a mix of gravel and tarmac. Water stations will be at strategic locations. The 5k race will start at 9.30am and the 10k at 10.30am. Whether you’re a serious runner or just jog for enjoyment, if you would like to enrol for either race, you can register with PayPal on our website: www.faringdonrotaryclub.org For further details call Roddy Benson 01367 243864. All proceeds go to our charity projects, most of which are local |
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July 2019
Weds 3 July
All Is True (12A) (2018 - Biography, Drama, History)
A look at the final days in the life of renowned playwright, William Shakespeare.
Stars: Kenneth Branagh, Judi Dench
Film duration: 1 hour 41 mins (no interval)
Free tea/coffee and a biscuit
Matinee Club @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 12.30pm, film starts at 1pm Tickets in advance £4 from Faringdon Information Centre / £5 on the door Matinee Club Membership - Just £24 for 12 films (inc half price pre-booked Blockbuster evening cinema tickets)
Friday 5th July
Irreplaceable (Médecin de Campagne) (12A) (2016 - Comedy, Drama - French film with English subtitles)
After a doctor is diagnosed with cancer, a new doctor joins him to help treat his rural patients
Stars: François Cluzet, Marianne Denicourt, Chrisophe Odent
Film duration: 1 hr 42 min plus 15 min interval
In partnership with Faringdon Twinning Association
French Film Night @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 7.00pm, film starts at 7.30pm Tickets in advance £3 U18s, £4 Adult, £10 Family from Faringdon Information CentreTickets on door £4 U18s, £5 Adult, £11 Family
Sunday 7th July
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Thursday 11th July
Peter Sharpe will talk on "Breaking the Trench Warfare Stalemate in 1918" in the Corn Exchange. 2.30pm
The presentation will trace the military developments from the American Civil War and the Franco-Prussian Wars that lead to the defensive stalemate of trench warfare by the end of 1914 in World War I. It will explore the reasons why the manoeuvre became impossible and how a combination of changing tactics and technology resulted in a break-through in late 1917. Refreshments will be available after the talk. All members are welcome but visitors are required to pay an entrance fee of £1.50
Friday 12th July
How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (PG) (2019 - Animation, Action, Adventure)
When Hiccup discovers Toothless isn't the only Night Fury, he must seek "The Hidden World", a secret Dragon Utopia before a hired tyrant named Grimmel finds it first.
Stars: Jay Baruchel, America Ferrera, F. Murray Abraham
Film duration: 1 hr 44 mins plus 15 min interval
In partnership with FollyFest 2019
Kids cinema @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 3.30pm, film starts at 4.00pm Tickets in advance £3 U18s, £4 Adult, £10 Family from Faringdon Information Centre /Tickets on door £4 U18s, £5 Adult, £11 Family
FollyFest 2019 - Faringdon's free music and community festival
Friday 12 - Sunday 14 July 2019
One town. Two stages. Three days of music and fringe events … with a good dose of arts, crafts, local businesses, fun & games thrown in.
Traffic grinds to a halt, food and drink flows – bring on the weekend!
Family friendly, all welcome - free entry
For details follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FollyFest/ or at http://faringdonfollyfest.co.uk/
Volunteer helpers always required!
Wednesday 17th July 2019
British Legion.
Meeting in the Bell 7.30 PM.
Contact mailto:=RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
Wed 17th July
Please join us at The Buckland Diner
3rd Wednesday of the month
12.15 in Buckland Memorial Hall
Delicious 2 course lunch with tea/coffee for £5
Courtierdutton@hotmail.com
Saturday 20th July
EXTRA SPECIAL COUNTRY MARKET 10.00a.m. to 2.00p.m. in The Corn Exchange. Entry Free.
Country Markets Ltd. are celebrating their 100th Anniversary this year. To mark this occasion, Faringdon Country Market will be celebrating this with an extra market (in addition to our normal Market on the 19th July, 9.15 - 11.00a.m.). This will encompass our usual range of home baked goods, preserves, eggs, home grown seasonal fruit and vegetables, flowers and a variety of craft items.
Other added attractions will include craft demonstrations, flower arrangement, a cooking demonstration, history and photographs over the years and much more for everyone to enjoy. Refreshments available at reasonable prices.
Contact details, val Smith. email smith7fernham@btinternet.com
Sunday 21st July
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Friday 26th July
Fisherman's Friends (12A) (2018 - Comedy, Drama, Musical)
Ten fisherman from Cornwall are signed by Universal Records and achieve a top ten hit with their debut album of Sea Shanties
Stars: Tuppence Middleton, David Hayman, James Purefoy
Film duration: 1 hr 52 min (plus 15 min interval)
Licensed bar, refreshments, ice-creams and popcorn
Blockbuster @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 7.00pm, film starts at 7.30pm Tickets in advance £3 U18s, £4 Adult, £10 Family from Faringdon Information CentreTickets on door £4 U18s, £5 Adult, £11 Family
For more info or to join the mailing list, please visit our website www.faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk/regent-cinema-2
Tickets can be bought in advance from Faringdon Information Centre, 5 Market Square, Faringdon SN7 7HL
Weds 3 July
All Is True (12A) (2018 - Biography, Drama, History)
A look at the final days in the life of renowned playwright, William Shakespeare.
Stars: Kenneth Branagh, Judi Dench
Film duration: 1 hour 41 mins (no interval)
Free tea/coffee and a biscuit
Matinee Club @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 12.30pm, film starts at 1pm Tickets in advance £4 from Faringdon Information Centre / £5 on the door Matinee Club Membership - Just £24 for 12 films (inc half price pre-booked Blockbuster evening cinema tickets)
Friday 5th July
Irreplaceable (Médecin de Campagne) (12A) (2016 - Comedy, Drama - French film with English subtitles)
After a doctor is diagnosed with cancer, a new doctor joins him to help treat his rural patients
Stars: François Cluzet, Marianne Denicourt, Chrisophe Odent
Film duration: 1 hr 42 min plus 15 min interval
In partnership with Faringdon Twinning Association
French Film Night @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 7.00pm, film starts at 7.30pm Tickets in advance £3 U18s, £4 Adult, £10 Family from Faringdon Information CentreTickets on door £4 U18s, £5 Adult, £11 Family
Sunday 7th July
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Thursday 11th July
Peter Sharpe will talk on "Breaking the Trench Warfare Stalemate in 1918" in the Corn Exchange. 2.30pm
The presentation will trace the military developments from the American Civil War and the Franco-Prussian Wars that lead to the defensive stalemate of trench warfare by the end of 1914 in World War I. It will explore the reasons why the manoeuvre became impossible and how a combination of changing tactics and technology resulted in a break-through in late 1917. Refreshments will be available after the talk. All members are welcome but visitors are required to pay an entrance fee of £1.50
Friday 12th July
How To Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World (PG) (2019 - Animation, Action, Adventure)
When Hiccup discovers Toothless isn't the only Night Fury, he must seek "The Hidden World", a secret Dragon Utopia before a hired tyrant named Grimmel finds it first.
Stars: Jay Baruchel, America Ferrera, F. Murray Abraham
Film duration: 1 hr 44 mins plus 15 min interval
In partnership with FollyFest 2019
Kids cinema @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 3.30pm, film starts at 4.00pm Tickets in advance £3 U18s, £4 Adult, £10 Family from Faringdon Information Centre /Tickets on door £4 U18s, £5 Adult, £11 Family
FollyFest 2019 - Faringdon's free music and community festival
Friday 12 - Sunday 14 July 2019
One town. Two stages. Three days of music and fringe events … with a good dose of arts, crafts, local businesses, fun & games thrown in.
Traffic grinds to a halt, food and drink flows – bring on the weekend!
Family friendly, all welcome - free entry
For details follow us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FollyFest/ or at http://faringdonfollyfest.co.uk/
Volunteer helpers always required!
Wednesday 17th July 2019
British Legion.
Meeting in the Bell 7.30 PM.
Contact mailto:=RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
Wed 17th July
Please join us at The Buckland Diner
3rd Wednesday of the month
12.15 in Buckland Memorial Hall
Delicious 2 course lunch with tea/coffee for £5
Courtierdutton@hotmail.com
Saturday 20th July
EXTRA SPECIAL COUNTRY MARKET 10.00a.m. to 2.00p.m. in The Corn Exchange. Entry Free.
Country Markets Ltd. are celebrating their 100th Anniversary this year. To mark this occasion, Faringdon Country Market will be celebrating this with an extra market (in addition to our normal Market on the 19th July, 9.15 - 11.00a.m.). This will encompass our usual range of home baked goods, preserves, eggs, home grown seasonal fruit and vegetables, flowers and a variety of craft items.
Other added attractions will include craft demonstrations, flower arrangement, a cooking demonstration, history and photographs over the years and much more for everyone to enjoy. Refreshments available at reasonable prices.
Contact details, val Smith. email smith7fernham@btinternet.com
Sunday 21st July
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Friday 26th July
Fisherman's Friends (12A) (2018 - Comedy, Drama, Musical)
Ten fisherman from Cornwall are signed by Universal Records and achieve a top ten hit with their debut album of Sea Shanties
Stars: Tuppence Middleton, David Hayman, James Purefoy
Film duration: 1 hr 52 min (plus 15 min interval)
Licensed bar, refreshments, ice-creams and popcorn
Blockbuster @ The Regent Cinema, The Corn Exchange, Faringdon Doors open 7.00pm, film starts at 7.30pm Tickets in advance £3 U18s, £4 Adult, £10 Family from Faringdon Information CentreTickets on door £4 U18s, £5 Adult, £11 Family
For more info or to join the mailing list, please visit our website www.faringdontowncouncil.gov.uk/regent-cinema-2
Tickets can be bought in advance from Faringdon Information Centre, 5 Market Square, Faringdon SN7 7HL
August 2019
Sunday 4th August
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Sunday 18th August
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday 21st August 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Members Evening.
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
Monday 26th August
Over the Hill Festival
Cogges Manor Farm, Church Lane, Witney OX28 3LA
10 AM - 11 PM £30
The beautiful Oxfordshire countryside is destined to become immersed in the world of Amerciana this Summer, at the first-ever Over the Hill festival. Proudly presented by Glovebox Live, Over the Hill festival will take place on Bank Holiday Monday 26th August at the picturesque Cogges Manor Farm. With plenty of opportunities to delve into the Americana experience with authentic American food and bars.
https://www.cogges.org.uk/event/over-hill-festival
Sunday 4th August
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Sunday 18th August
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday 21st August 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Members Evening.
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
Monday 26th August
Over the Hill Festival
Cogges Manor Farm, Church Lane, Witney OX28 3LA
10 AM - 11 PM £30
The beautiful Oxfordshire countryside is destined to become immersed in the world of Amerciana this Summer, at the first-ever Over the Hill festival. Proudly presented by Glovebox Live, Over the Hill festival will take place on Bank Holiday Monday 26th August at the picturesque Cogges Manor Farm. With plenty of opportunities to delve into the Americana experience with authentic American food and bars.
https://www.cogges.org.uk/event/over-hill-festival
September 2019
Sunday 8th September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday 18th September 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. To Be Confirmed .
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members welcome.
Sunday 22nd September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Sunday 8th September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday 18th September 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. To Be Confirmed .
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members welcome.
Sunday 22nd September
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
October 2019
Sunday 6th October
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday 16th October 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Remembrance Service Planning.
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
Sunday 20th October
Folly Tower Open Day- last of the season
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Sunday 6th October
Folly Tower Open Day
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
Wednesday 16th October 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Remembrance Service Planning.
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
Sunday 20th October
Folly Tower Open Day- last of the season
11am-5pm
Under 11s free, 11-16 £1, adults £3
Climb the 100 ft Tower for beautiful views, read about the interesting history of the Tower and Folly Hill, enjoy the woodland, seek out the sculptures(see the list of sculptures)
www.faringdonfolly.org.uk
https://www.facebook.com/FaringdonFolly
November 2019
Wednesday 20th November 2019
British Legion
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
Wednesday 20th November 2019
British Legion
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Annual General Meeting (AGM).
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non Members Welcome.
December 2019
Wednesday 18th December 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Christmas Meeting.
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non members welcome.
Wednesday 18th December 2019
British Legion.
Faringdon Bowls Club 7.30 PM. Christmas Meeting.
Contact = RBLFaringdon@yahoo.co.uk Non members welcome.