Hereward of the Fens
Venue: Sandy Historical Society presents ‘Hereward of the Fens’ by Mark Steinhard at Stonecroft Hall
Time: Friday 27 September 7.30 pm
Rock and Roll Bingo at The Bell
Venue: The Bell
Time: Thursday 26 September at 7.30 pm
Rock & Roll Bingo with Tom. £4.00 per game, £10 for 3.
Vegas Piano Bar
Venue: Roundabout Club
Time: Saturday 21 September from 9.30 pm
Kev Hall presents an evening full of live and local music from some of the finest musicians.
Out of the Hat
The Wholey Cow Steak Experience
Venue: Franklins of Thorncote, Trumpetons Farm, Thorncote Green, Sandy SG19 1PU
Time: Friday 20 September 7.00 pm
Cost: £55.00 per person for a three course meal
You can choose your 10oz Rib Eye, or 10oz Sirloin steak to be cut by Gordon in the Butchery, and then expertly prepared by Head Chef Paul and chef Adam, to your liking and at your leisure in the Dairy Cafe. For further details use the link below.
Website: The Wholey Cow Steak Experience
CAB Advice for Pensioners
Venue: Sandy Town Library
Time: Thursday 19 September from 10.00 am drop in session
Citizens Advice will be on hand to check your eligibility for winter fuel payment and pension credit. Just drop in!
Stained Glass Anna Conti
Venue: Sandy Women's Institute
Anna Conti - Stained Glass - Not Just Churches
Time: Tuesday 17 September 10.00 am
Cost: members free, visitors £4.00
For further details contact:
Email: Sandy Women's Institute
Phone: 01767 680644 (Ann Patterson)
A talk about contemporary, traditional and secular restoration work. Anna will also be adding a few anecdotes about her appearances as an expert on Good Morning TV as well as giving demonstrations of her work.
Sandy Heritage Days - Cycling the Great North Road
Venue: Beeston Methodist Church Hall, 4 The Baulk, Beeston, Sandy SG19 1NR
Time: Tuesday 16 September 7.30 pm
Cost: free to SHRG members, non-members £5.00
A talk by David Barry on F T Bidlake and Cycling on the Great North Road. See the mosaic outside the library! Sandy Heritage Days are co-ordinated by Sandy Historical Research Group
St Swithun's Church Open Day
Venue: St Swithun’s Church, 34 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ
Time: Sunday 15 September 1.00 pm-4.00 pm
As part of St Swithun’s Church heritage Open Day the Church and tower will be open to the public
There will be refreshments, performances, displays, a book stall and tours of the tower.
The Rockney Rhymer
Venue: The Sir William Peel
Time: 14 September 7.30 pm
Live Music Knees Up
Pat Jacobs in The Rockney Rhymer
Cockney Tribute, sing along, rock and roll, blues, acoustic
Plus George Stokes on keyboards
So Luna
Venue: The Bell
Time: Friday 13 September 7.30 pm-9.30 pm
The Bell welcomes back So Luna from the successful Music Festival
Papas Locas at The Queen's Head
Venue: The Queen's Head
Time: Friday 13 September 6.00 pm-9.00 pm
A delicious selection of loaded fries and some sensational sides
Craft Beer Festival
Venue: The Sir William Peel
Time: Thursday 12 September-Sunday 15 September
Tap Take Over
Live Music and BBQ
Peacefully Strong Yoga
Venue: Peacefully Strong Yoga are offering two different classes at St Swithun’s Primary School, Ivel Road, Sandy SG19 1AX
Class 1 time: Tuesday 10 September Yoga Flow and Stretch 6.30 pm
Class 2 time: Tuesday 10 September Chilled Yoga 7.45 pm
Cost: £7.50 per class, first class free
No yoga experience required.
For further details see the Activities List
Bedfordshire Archives
Venue: Sandy Historical Research Group present a Visit and Talk at the Bedfordshire Archives
Time: Tuesday 10 September 6.00 pm-8.00 pm
Cost: members free, non-members £4.00, maximum of 20 places.
For further information on the event telephone Richard Barlow.
Tel: 01767 226392 (Richard)
Falcon Gymnastics Club
Venue: Maple Tree Primary School, Hawk Drive, Sandy SG19 1WA
Time: starts Tuesday 10 September
Gymnastics classes for children aged 4+
See further details in the Activities Section
A Little Bit of Colour
Venue: Sandy Flower Club held at the Conservative Bowls Club Pavilion, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Monday 9 September 7.30 pm. For further information please phone
Phone: 01767 226275 or 01767 699729
Sandy Flower club invites you to ‘A little Bit of Colour demonstrated by Kathleen Ambrose
Spend a relaxing evening watching how to arrange and make the most of your flowers
(The arrangement will be raffled at the end of the evening)
All visitors welcome £6.00
Franklin's Taster Day
Venue: Franklin’s of Thorncote, Trumpetons Farm, Thorncote Green, Sandy SG19 1PU
Time: Saturday 7 September shop open 8.30 am-4.00 pm
Pop by and sample some prepared meats, Franklins award winning sausages, Deli counter delights including cheese tasters along with samples from The Dairy Cafe cooked by chef Paul ahead of our new kitchen opening later this year.
Mel and Ollie
Venue: Roundabout Club
Time: Friday 6 September from 9.30 pm
We are pleased to welcome back this awesome duo. An evening of soul acoustic covers and much more.
Thai Food at The Queen's Head
Venue: The Queen's Head
Time: Friday 6 September and Saturday 7 September
Thai food from Anchalee’s Kitchen
Wartime Story of WW2 Pilot
Venue: Sandy Night Owls WI at Sandy Conservative Club present ‘Wartime Story of WW2 Pilot’ with David Duker
Time: Wednesday 4 September 7.30 pm
Galaxy Netball Club
Venue: Sandy Secondary School, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1HN
NEW CLUB STARTING 3 SEPTEMBER
Bee Netball
Time Tuesdays 5.00 pm-6.00 pm school years 3-6
Youth Netball
Time: Tuesdays 6.00 pm-7.00 pm school years 7-11
For more information and to sign up contact Galaxy Netball Club by email
Email: Galaxy Netball Club
Over 60's Afternoon Tea
Venue: Mama's Coffee Shop
Time: Tuesday 3 September 2.00 pm
Cost £10.00 per person
Phone: 07545 831548 (Tracy)
Come and join us on the first Tuesday of the month for Afternoon Tea. Everyone Welcome.
All places must be pre-booked 3 working days in advance. Please inform Tracy of any allergies and dietary requirements when booking.
Bazooka Joe
Venue: Roundabout Club
Time: Saturday 31 August from 9.30 pm
We are delighted to welcome one of the finest 80’s tribute bands in the South East!
It’s going to be lively!
Ibiza Night
Venue: The Sir William Peel
Time: Saturday 31 August from 7.30 pm
Jam 69
Venue: Roundabout Club
Time: Friday 30 August 9.30 pm-11.55 pm
This awesome 4 piece band cover all the new wave/punk classics including The Jam, The Who, Sham 69 and many more.
Valuation Days
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club
Time: Thursday 29 August and Thursday 19 September 9.30 am-1.30 pm (last entry 1.00 pm)
Lockdales Auctioneers and Valuers will be available to value and purchase items.
Baby Brasserie
Venue: Sandy Children's Centre
Time: Tuesday 27 August 11.00 am-12.30 pm
Drop in session – breast feeding drop in, social and support group for parents and parents to be.
Music Festival
Venue: The Queen's Head
Time: Sunday 25 August from 3.00 pm
Robin Hood
Venue: RSPB The Lodge
Time: Sunday 25 August 2.00 pm-4.00 pm
Cost: adult ticket £15.00, 4-16 years £9.00
Picnic boxes available to pre-order see the website.
Refreshments and ice creams on sale during the event.
Summer Open Day
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club
Time: Sunday 25 August from 1.00 pm
Sandy Ukulele Group 1.00 pm-3.00 pm
Exact 3.00 pm-6.00 pm
BBQ, Raffles, Bouncy Castle, Garden Games and More
Free entry to non-members
In Aid of Sue Ryder
The Kopy Katz
Venue: Roundabout Club
Time: Saturday 24 August 9.30 pm-11.55 pm
Live 3 piece band (guitar, drums and double bass) applying their unique ability sound.
Sand Art
Venue: Sandy Town Library
Time: Thursday 22 August 10.00 am-1.00 pm
Sand Art run by Carolyn from Chameleon Sand Art
This is a paid activity and the cost will depend on the size of the picture.
Summer Fun Activity Morning
Venue: Sandy Children's Centre
Time: Thursday 22 August 10.00 am-11.30 am
Come and celebrate the Olympics with an active session for 0-12 year olds
Email Cathy Brighton to book
Sam Neighbour Music
Venue: The Queen's Head
Time: Saturday 17 August from 8.00 pm
Wenz Day
Venue: The Bell
Time: Saturday 17 August from 7.30 pm
Wenz Day
A tribute to Green Day
Rock and Roll Garden Party
with support from Horsemen Shakes and The Draymen
Thirteenth Night Malvolio's Revenge
Venue: RSPB The Lodge
Time: Saturday 17 August 2.00 pm-4.20 pm (doors open 1.15 pm)
Cost: adult ticket £18.00, 16 years and under £13.00
Picnic boxes are available to order see website.
Refreshments and ice creams on sale during the event.
East of England English Country Backswording Championship
Venue: Aisle O'Var Academy of Arms
Time: Saturday 17 August 10.00 am-5.00 pm
The East of England English Country Backswording Championship will take place in Sandy for the first time. The event is held at Fallowfield Park. Spectators are welcome.
Pebble Painting
Venue: Sandy Town Library
Time: Saturday 17 August and Saturday 24 August - 9.00 am-2.00 pm
We shall be Painting Pebbles to enter into the Sandy Garden and Craft Show which takes place on Saturday 31 August. On these Saturdays you will be able to paint a pebble to enter into the show as well as one to take home.
3 prizes will be given for the best decorated pebble in each age group.
Submachine
Wine Festival
Venue: The Sir William Peel
Time: Thursday 15 August-Sunday 18 August
40+ carefully selected wines from around the world, plus BBQ
Teddy Bears Picnic
Venue: Sandy Children's Centre
Time: Wednesday 14 August 12.00 pm-1.30 pm
Bring your teddy and a picnic to meet with other families.
For children 0-5 years of age and siblings.
Email Sandy Children's Centre to book
Outdoor Stay and Play Session
Venue: Sandy Children's Centre
Time: Tuesday 13 August 1.30 pm-3.00 pm
Robert Peel Forest School Garden, Dapifer Drive, Sandy SG19 1QJ (entrance via school car park)
Booking required.
Email: Sandy Children's Centre
An outdoor Stay and Play session for children up to 12 years and parents. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear (no sandals please).
Activity Zone
Organiser: Grand Union Summer Youth Programme
Venue: Sandy Village Hall Annexe, Medusa Way, Sandy SG19 1BN
Time:
Tuesday 13 August 10.00 am-11.30 am – Mood Boards
Thursday 22 August 10.00 am-11.30 am – Summer Newsletter
Cost: free
Aimed at ages 8-17
This programme is for children eligible for benefit related free school meals. Sessions are suitable for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Sandy Cricket Summer Camp
Venue: Sandy Cricket Club, Sunderland Road Recreation Ground, Sandy SG19 1RP
Time: Monday 12 August-Wednesday 14 August 9.00 am-12.00 pm
Free fun filled cricket sessions during the school holidays
Age groups: 5-8 years and 8-11 years
Book through this online form
Club Karaoke
Venue: Roundabout Club
Time: Saturday 10 August 9.00 pm-11.55 pm
Club Karaoke – always a great club night with resident house of Jingles
Michael Green Solo
Venue: The Bell
Time: Friday 9 August from 8.00 pm
Michael will be playing a solo acoustic gig with a mixture of covers, originals and mashups. There will also be an acoustic set by musician and singer-songwriter Sophie Hurley.
Summer Fun Beach Party
Venue: Sandy Children's Centre
Time: Thursday 8 August 10.00 am-11.30 am
Email: Tamsin Osborn
Music, dancing, games, water and sand play ages 0-12 years.
Email Tamsin Osborn to book.
Open Mic Night
Venue: The Sir William Peel
Time: Wednesday 7 August from 7.00 pm
Football Trials
Venue: Sandy Tigers Football Club
Time:
Wednesday 7, 14, and 21 August 6.00 pm–7.00 pm
Website: Sandy Tigers Football Club
Sandy Tigers U11 Yellow are looking for players. Open training sessions on the above dates.
For more information check out the website by using the link above.
Multi Sports
Organiser: Grand Union Summer Youth Programme
Venue: Recreation Ground, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EY
Time:
Tuesday 6 August 2.00 pm-3.30 pm
Wednesday 7 August 3.15 pm-4.00 pm
Tuesday 13 August 1.30 pm-3.30 pm
Cost: free
Organiser: Grand Union Summer Youth Programme
Venue: Sunderland Road Recreation Ground, Sandy SG19 1RQ
Time:
Wednesday 7 August 2.00 pm-3.00 pm
Tuesday 13 August 1.30 pm-2.45 pm
Cost: free
Pop up mini sports ie frisbee, footy, rounders etc. Suitable for ages 8-17.
This programme is for children eligible for benefit related free school meals. Sessions are suitable for children with special educational needs and disabilities.
Breastfeeding Week Celebration
Venue: Sandy Children's Centre
Time: Tuesday 6 August 11.00 am-12.30 pm
Cost: free
To celebrate Breastfeeding Week, we will be holding a picnic in the garden at the Children’s Centre. You are welcome to bring a picnic and blanket. This is a drop in session.
Goal Keepers Camp
Venue: 4 Corner Coaching
Sandy Sports Centre, Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1BL
Time: Tuesday 6 August 10.00 am-3.00 pm
£18.00 per person per day
Summer 2024 Football Camps
Venue: 4 Corner Coaching
Sandy Sports Centre, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BL
Time: 10.00 am-3.00 pm
Week 3 – Tuesday 6 August and Thursday 8 August
Week 4 – Tuesday 13 August and Thursday 15 August
Cost: £18.00 per session per person
Aimed at 5-14 years of age
Book with Natasha
Email: 4 Corner Coaching
Phone: 07957 980492
Summer Football Camp
Venue: Sandy Football Club
Laburnum Primary School, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ
Time: 9.30 am-3.30 pm
Week 2 - 6 August – 8 August
Week 3 - 13 August – 15 August
Week 4 - 20 August – 22 August
Goal Getters Summer Football Camp in Partnership with Sandy Football Club. Aimed at children aged 5-15 years. To book
Email: Sandy Football Club
Pool Singles Tournament
Venue: Roundabout Club
Time: Saturday 3 August 6.00 pm start
Cost: entry fee £5.00 per player
Open to valid Roundabout Club members and all current Biggleswade and District League players. Each game played to international rules. Best of 5 early rounds subject to entrants. Cash prizes.
Contact the club for booking.
Country Festival
Venue: The Bell
Time: Saturday 3 August 2.00 pm-late
Country fest kicks off this Saturday with a wide range of lovely country folk performing for you all. We’ve got medals for best dressed so get those cowboy hats in your basket and get down for 2.00 pm. Feel free to bring blankets and camping chairs but we shall have hay bales and plenty of benches available.
Bouncy Castle, BBQ, Fancy Tatt Airbrush Tattoos, Ice Creams
Free Family Fun Day
Venue: Sandy Baptist Church
Time: Saturday 3 August 2.00 pm-4.30 pm
Games, Activities, Craft, Bouncy Castle
Refreshments, BBQ
Bedfordshire County Darts Challenge Weekend
Venue: Roundabout Club
Time: Saturday 3 August and Sunday 4 August
Toe the Oche – Midday
A huge weekend of darts being played in The Victory Suite. Come down and watch with the very best players at the oche. The bar will be open all day and we will be serving some awesome food with our brand new menu.
Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde
Venue: RSPB The Lodge
Time: 27 July 2.00 pm-3.30 pm
Outdoor Theatre: The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde.
PecFest Summer Party
Venue: Pecoro
Date: 27 July 2.00 pm-9.00 pm
Music and Food Mini Festival. Face Painting 2.00 pm-4.00 pm, Singing Waitresses from 4.00 pm.
Family Fun Day
Venue: Sandy Children's Centre
Time: 27 July 11.00 am-2.00 pm
Family Fun Day with Children’s Fancy Dress Competition – ‘My Hero’.
Come and celebrate 15 years since the opening of Sandy’s Children’s Centre. Barbecue, refreshments, raffle, tombola. Raising money for the Need Project. Please bring a picnic blanket to sit on.
The Malthouse Blues Band at The Sir William Peel
Venue: The Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG
Time: Saturday 14 December 8.00 pm
Five piece foot stomping blues outfit – slide guitar, blues harp etc.
Also available Indian Street Food with Rasoi6
What’s not to love!
Cider and Sausage Festival
Venue: The Sir William Peel
Date: 26-27 July 12.00 pm-11.00 pm, 28 July 12.00 pm-10.00 pm
50+ ciders, BBQ Menu featuring specialty hot dogs and burgers. The Old Stables Bottle Shop and Bar will be open throughout the Festival.