May 2026 specials spotted so far
BRACKLEY MORRIS DANCERS
Friday 1st May from 5:30am Market square, Brackley
Come and join The Brackley Morris Dancers as they celebrate May Day with a sunrise performance in the market square
LOCAL HISTORY COFFEE MORNING
Friday 1st May 10:00am – 12:00noon Brackley Library
Do you have any local finds or
historical items about Brackley? Are you interested in finding out
about the history of our town or have knowledge to share?
Come
along to Brackley Library as we celebrate National Local History
month. This will be a chance to share and gather information about
Brackley's past.
VETERAN’S BREAKFAST
Saturday 2nd May from 9:00am The Paisley Pear, Brackley
New event and to run the 1st Saturday every month.
Come on down to the
Paisley Pear for Veteran’s Breakfast with a chat and coffee.
9-9.30am arrival. Breakfast can be ordered until 10am.
Then,
stay as long as you like!
BRACKLEY LITTER WOMBLES COMMUNITY LITTER PICK
Saturday 2nd May 10:00am – 12:00pm Meet at Brackley Leisure Centre
Join Brackley Litter Wombles for their monthly community litter pick.
Everyone welcome. Do come dressed for “hedge diving” and slopes and wear sensible shoes. Litter picking equipment can be provided. This will be followed by a drink at 20 Arches.
ABBAHOLICS
Saturday 2nd May Doors open at 7:00pm The Venue, Brackley
Calling all Dancing Queens & Super Troupers!
Get ready for a night of pure disco magic as ABBAHOLICS – The Ultimate ABBA Tribute hits The Venue!
Tickets £12 each, available from: The Venue (link below), Paws and Claws Pet Shop or TicketCo
Previous event attendees can grab tickets for just £10 with proof of attendance (offer available from The Venue only).
Don’t miss this feel-good, glitter-filled night - thank you for the music!
Tag your friends, plan your outfits, and let’s dance the night away
Grab your ticket here https://btfc.ticketco.events/.../abba_night__the_venue…
WESTBURY VILLAGE HALL TEN YEAR BIRTHDAY PARTY
Sunday 3rd May from 2:00pm Westbury Village Hall
A great afternoon out at Westbury with a dog show, BBQ, sports day events, face painting, live music, bar, kids fancy dress, fun fitness, big bear prize, bouncy castle, bake off and village trail
LIVE MUSIC @ THE CREWE ARMS
Sunday 3rd May from 7:30pm The Crewe Arms, Hinton-in-the-Hedges
New! The 1st Sunday of every month The Crewe Arms will have live music from 7.30pm. Their kitchen will be open 12-9, tables can only be reserved if eating.
Come along have some fun and sing along.
Phone 01280705801 to book your table.
LIVE MUSIC @ THE PLOUGH
Saturday 2nd May from 9:00pm The Plough, Brackley
The brilliant Biteback bring you modern & Classic rock and pop covers from Eagles, Red Hot Chilli Peppers, Bon Jovi, Rag & Bone Man n more
QUIZ NIGHT
Sunday 3rd May from 7:30pm The Butchers Arms, Kings Sutton
Grab a team and join in with The Butchers Arms monthly charity quiz. This time they are raising money for Adoption UK
£10 for a team of 4 and £5 per additional player
Great food and drink available
Book your table now: 01295 810898
CRAFT FAIR
Monday 4th May from 11:00am The Green Man, Brackley Hatch
Looking for something this Bank Holiday where you can just have a bimble? Then pop along to the craft fair at the Green Man and enjoy a drink while you are there.
CHATTY CAFE
Every Monday 2:00pm – 4:00pm Esquires Cafe, Juno Crescent, Brackley
Evert Tuesday 3:00pm – 5:00pm The Crown, Brackley
Every Thursday from 6:30pm The Paisley Pear, Brackley
Chatter and Natter table is a wonderful way of encouraging people of all ages to talk to others and not feel so socially isolated. So pop along if you fancy a spot of company and meet someone new. Having a chat can brighten someone’s day.
NORTHANTS CARERS CINEMA GROUP
Tuesday 5th May from 10.30am Brackley Care Home
This month’s film is “Water for Elephants” starring Reese Witherspoon & Robert Pattinson
Arrive at 10.30am for tea, coffee and cake. The movie will start at 11am. Popcorn, sweets and refreshments will be served during the movie.
MEMORY CAFE
Wednesday 6th May 2:00pm – 4:00pm Brackley Care Home
Memory Cafe is specifically for those affected by Dementia and their Carers.
Join the group for an afternoon of entertainment with Chris Hyde.
This group runs on the first and third Wednesday of the month. For more details contact Julie Wilson on 01280 313135
FREE VIVA LA VULVA - PELVIC HEALTH WORKSHOP
Wednesday 6th May
from 7:00pm The Well Retreat, Brackley
In this free
community evening, specialist pelvic health physiotherapist Charlotte
Church will share clear, gentle insights into the pelvic floor —
what it does, why it matters more than many realise, and how to care
for it kindly.
Contact them directly for more information or to book.
BRACKLEY HISTORY SOCIETY
Wednesday 6th May from 7:30pm Brackley Methodist Church
Brackley History Society’s regular meet is always fascinating. This month’s talk is from Professor Jon Clarke – Brackley and The Bottom Station. Come along to find out more!
Members Free, Visitors £3.
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP.
Thursday 7th May from 11:00am Brackley Care Home
A group to support those living with or caring for anyone diagnosed with Parkinson’s. Refreshments are provided.
BEAT THE TEACH PUB QUIZ
Thursday 7th May from 7:30pm The Blackbird, Croughton
Back with their monthly quiz but this time can you outsmart “The Teach”. Prizes to be won. £2 per person. Maximum 4 to a team
THEMED MONTHLY QUIZ – STAR WARS
Thursday 7th May from 7:30pm The Paisley Pear, Brackley
Are
you able to use the force to help you answer the questions in this
month’s themed quiz at the Paisley Pear?
Teams
of 2-6, £5 per
person
Great
prizes to be won. Book
your table: www.paisleypearpubbrackley.co.uk
CHATTY CAFÉ ON TOUR
Friday 8th May 11:00am – 12:30pm Brackley Care Home
Join the Chatty Cafe group as they visit for a morning of chatter and laughter and delicious refreshments.
CRAFTERNOON
Friday 8th and 22nd May 2:00pm – 4:00pm Brackley Library
Join The Friends of Brackley Library’s fortnightly crafternoon group! Whether you want to do your own craft, join in with their craft of the day or just come along for some company - everyone is welcome.
On the 8th May they will be creating works of art from buttons and on 22nd May, they will be designing wooden bookmarks from a variety of techniques.
BITE CLUB
Friday 8th May 5:00pm – 9:00pm Egerton Hall, Brackley
Bite Club pop up returns for its monthly visit of great street food, drinks and music. The deal is simple, come hungry, leave happy. (Bite Club is every second Friday of the month until the end of the year)
CHARITY QUIZ NIGHT
Friday 8th May 7:00pm – 10:00pm Waynflete Hall, Magdalen College School
Join your host Ceri for a fun evening testing your brain cells! Teams of up to 10 people, £10 per person.
Raising funds for Friends of MCS and Little Oaks.
To book your place, email thegingerwarrior78@gmail.com or phone Ceri 07494 572982
CELEBRATION PARTY AT THE GEORGE AND DRAGON!
Saturday 9th May from 4:00pm The George and Dragon, Chacombe
The managers of The George and Dragon are celebrating 4 incredible years and marking a brand new chapter with the grand opening of their newly renovated garden
BOARD GAMES NIGHT
Saturday 9th May from 5:00pm The Learning Loft, Barn Owl Farm Shop
The Junior Dungeon Master will be back to continue on with the quest. Returning and new participants welcome. As a belated Star Wars day there will also be a Star Wars game. Along with more traditional board games. Free to attend and no booking required. Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Fully licenced bar available
TABLE TOP SALE
Sunday 10th May 1:00pm -4:00pm Brackley Town Hall
A fundraising event from SNYE where all proceeds go to supporting young people in Brackley
£1 adult entry, children free
Hot drinks and cake, community groups, craft sellers, teddy bear tombola, lucky dip
RESTORATIVE YOGA
Sunday 10th May from 7:00pm
The Well Retreat, Brackley
Join Nikki for a
two-hour restorative yoga session designed to help you slow down and
release the week’s tension. Using gentle, supported postures,
mindful movement, and simple breathwork, this class creates a calm,
grounding space to restore both body and mind.
Contact them directly for more information or to book.
COFFEE WITH A COPPER
Tuesday 12th May 11:00am – 12:00pm Caroline Cares For You Ltd, Market Place, Brackley
Pop along to the Caroline Care For You hub and join them and the local copper PC Brooks. Enjoy coffee and cake while chatting all things Brackley
PAINT AND SIP
Thursday 14th May from 7:00pm The Paisley Pear, Brackley
Book your tickets for the next Paint and Sip event from brushparty.co.uk
ARCHIES ACAPELLA
Thursday 14th May from 7:30pm Hinton-in-the-Hedges Church
An evening of harmony with Archies Acapella.
For tickets and more info contact theo.tdh@outlook.com / 07855 114549 or Archies Acapella
BRACKLEY COUNTRY MARKET POP UP
Saturday 16th May 10:00am – 12:00noon Brackley Library
Missing out on delicious home baked treats because you can’t visit the library on a Friday? Brackley Country Market are also at the library every third Saturday to bring you their delicious home made bakes and wonderful local honey and fresh local eggs.
LIVING POSITIVELY WITH DEMENTIA
Monday 18th May 1:00pm – 4:00pm Caroline Cares For You Ltd, Market Place, Brackley
Join the Caroline Cares For You team to discuss living positively with dementia, bringing together the community to share practical strategies and uplifting stories.
QUIZ AND FISH & CHIP SUPPER
Saturday 16th May doors open at 6:30pm St Peter’s Church, Brackley
Challenge your brain cells with this great fundraising quiz at St Peter’s Church.
Tickets £12 per person. Teams of up to 6 (individuals will be teamed up) Tickets available from Caroline Dunning in church or call 07845 39716. There will also be a raffle on the night. Bring your own refreshments.
EVENLEY GARDENING SOCIETY
Tuesday 19th May from 8:00pm Evenley Village Hall
Evenley Gardening Society invite you to their monthly talk "Crazy Daisies" by Robin Pearce.
Members £3, visitors £4 (cash only, no cards).
All welcome. Raffle and refreshments after the talk.
FREE
POSTNATAL RECOVERY
Wednesday 20th
May from 10:00am The Well Retreat,
Brackley
Specialist pelvic health physiotherapist Charlotte
Church and Well Retreat Pilates instructor Amelia will guide you
through what happens to your pelvic floor and abdominal muscles
during pregnancy and birth, and how to start rebuilding strength
safely and kindly.
Contact them directly for more information or to book.
COMMUNI-TEA BINGO MORNING
Wednesday 20th May from 11:00am Brackley Care Home
Join Brackley Care Home for some fun Bingo with prizes. Refreshments will be served. All welcome.
MEMORY CAFE
Wednesday 20th May 2:00pm – 4:00pm Brackley Care Home
Memory Cafe is specifically for those affected by Dementia and their Carers.
Join Brackley Care Home for an afternoon of fun with Lucia and her tiny farm of animals. Jigsaws and singing will also be on the cards !! Refreshments will be served
This group runs on the first and third Wednesday of the month. For more details contact Julie Wilson on 01280 313135
ANNUAL TOWN MEETING
Wednesday 20th May from 6:30pm Egerton Hall, Brackley
You are warmly invited to the Annual Town Meeting at Egerton Hall.
This year’s meeting will place a particular focus on biodiversity and environmental work across the town featuring guest speakers outlining current projects and priorities.
You'll also have the chance to discuss local issues, ask questions, share ideas, and make suggestions to help shape the future of Brackley.
GIRLGUIDING BRACKLEY OPEN DAY
Saturday 23rd May 10:00am -12:00noon Charlton Memorial Hall
Learn about what Girlguiding Brackley do and try some activities. Come for as little or as long as you like. Free and for all ages.
BOWLS’ BIG SUMMER
Sunday 24th May 2:00pm – 5:00pm Brackley & District Bowling Club, Brackley
Summer is coming, so why not take the chance to try bowls for free.
Bring the family, all welcome, they have a junior and adult section and plenty of seating areas.
Tea, coffee, biscuits provided and their Honesty Bar will be open.
Please wear flat shoes as they are kinder to their bowling green!
QUIZ NIGHT
Sunday 24th May from 7:00pm The Crewe Arms, Hinton-in-the-Hedges
Farthinghoe Primary School PTA present a fundraising quiz night open to all. £10 per team of up to four people and £5 per every extra team member. £50 pub voucher for the top team of the night!
To book email pta@farthinghoeprimaryschool.co.uk
NORTHANTS CARER SUPPORT GROUP
Wednesday 27th May from 10:00am Brackley Care Home
For all Carers in the community – please join Sylvie for a morning of support and companionship. Refreshments will be served.
BINGO NIGHT
Friday 29th May Doors open from 6:00pm, eyes down from 7:45pm The Venue, Brackley Town Football Club
Will you be the lucky winner tonight as there are two jackpots to play for? Tickets cost £15 for a book of 6 games plus 2 flyers. Raffle tickets £1 a strip plus a bonus flyer.
Cash payments are preferred. Hot food available.
LIVE MUSIC @ THE PAISLEY PEAR
Friday 29th May 7:30pm arrival, 8:00pm start of music The Paisley Pear, Brackley
Amber Kellond brings
covers and originals with her guitar and mic.
She opens up the
spotlight and use of her mic and amp for use of any other musicians,
singers or artists who wish to come along and showcase their talent.
Free Entry. Just come one down.
If you want to book a space in our bar area you can do this online at www.paisleypearpubbrackley.co.uk
PROMS AND PIMMS
Saturday 30th May 2:00pm – 4:00pm Brackley Care Home
Bring your chairs and blankets and join Brackley Care Home for an afternoon of Proms music by the Brackley Brass Band. Finger foods and refreshments will be served. This is a free event. All welcome. Bring chairs and blankets and donations on the day will go to Katharine House Hospice.