Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

Time: Thursday 11 December

A time to being out your Christmas Jumper!

Venue: St Swithun’s Church, 30 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Wednesday 10 December 7.30 pm

Enjoy a programme of Christmas carols and songs.

Venue: Sandy Secondary School, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BL

Time: Tuesday 9 December 2.00 pm-4.00 pm

Contact the School on 01767 680598 or call in at reception to book a space by 3 December.

Phone: 01767 680598

Venue: St Swithun’s Church Rooms, High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: First Sunday of the month, next meeting 7 December

For those aged 11-18 to meet eat pizza, play games and talk about life, faith and the big questions.

Venue: St Swithun’s Church, 34 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Sunday 7 December 5.00 pm

Celebrate Christmas with our Town Mayor Cllr Joanna Hewitt

Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

Time: Sunday 7 December 12.30 pm-4.00 pm

Roast Turkey £16.00, Gammon £15.00 and Combo £16.00

Children’s portions and vegetarian options available

Please book via Facebook or at the bar.

Venue: Sandy Methodist Church, St Neots Road, Sandy SG19 1BP

Time: Saturday 6 December 10.00 am-3.00 pm and Sunday 7 December 10.30 am-3.00 pm

Make a nativity scene, craft activities, photo booth and refreshments.

Venue: The Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 6 December 9.30 pm

Back to the 50s Band

Venue: The Bell, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Saturday 6 December 8.00 pm

Rory performs rock’n’roll and blues from the 50’s to today.

Venue: St Swithun’s Church, 30 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Saturday 6 December 7.30 pm

Cost: suggested donation of £10.00 includes refreshments at interval.

A Bedford based chamber choir singing in 4 to 8 part harmony.

This year’s Christmas programme includes music from Poulenc, Howells, Rutter and local composer Paul Edwards along with some popular carols.

Venue: Quince Court, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BW

Time: Saturday 6 December 2.00 pm-5.00 pm

Lots of lovely Christmas Stalls!

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 18 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 6 December doors open 2.00 pm, demonstration starts 2.30 pm

Tickets £17.00 for members, visitors £20.00 refreshments included, raffle

Demonstrator Wendy Goodliff

Please phone 01767 226275 for further details and to book. Use the link below.

Phone: 01767 226275

Venue: Robert Peel Forest School, Dapifer Drive, Sandy SG19 1QJ – entrance via school car park

Time: Saturday 6 December 10.00 am-11.30 am – booking required with Sandy Children’s Centre.

A fun and friendly outdoor session for dads, grandads, stepdads, male carers and children 0-12 years Please wear warm (old) outdoor clothing and footwear as you will get muddy! Small cash donation welcome, to cover snacks and resources.

Email: Booking

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until resources run out

Saturday 6 December Christmas Colour in Paddle Boards

Saturday 13 December Christmas Colour in Place Mats

Saturday 20 December Lego and a variety of Christmas crafts

Venue: Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Friday 5 December 9.30 pm

Hits from Depeche Mode, Bowie, Duran Duran, etc.

Venue: Walkin’ at Deepdale, Potton, Sandy SG19 2NH

Time: Friday 5 December, Saturday 6 December, Friday 12 December and Saturday 13 December from 5.30 pm

Cost: sharing festive grazeboard and a cocktail each for 2 people £35.00, bookings only use the link below

Phone: 01767 261200

 Venue: Woodgreen Charity Shop, 1 Shannon Court, 9 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Friday 5 December 10.00 am-1.00 pm

Join us for a festive morning with hot drinks, live music, cakes and a Christmas raffle.

Venue: Sandy Village Hall, Medusa Way, Sandy SG19 1BN

Time: Thursday 4 December 8.00 pm

Election of Trustees and Community Representative.

Venue: Shires Funeral Directors, 3 Belfry Court, Sandy SG19 1JR

Time: Thursday 4 December 2.00 pm, meets fortnightly!

Everyone welcome, pop in for a cuppa and a chat!

Venue: Sandy Baptist Church, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EJ

Time: Every Thursday 10.00 am-10.30 am

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers

 Intro offer first session Just £1.00 then £3.50 per session or block of 10 sessions for £32.00, sibling discount £2.50 per additional child. To book message Sophie on 07402114414

Phone: 07402 114414

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Wednesday 3 December 7.30 pm-9.30 pm

Christmas party with music by Stuart Clements

Friendly group with varied programme.

Email: Sandy Night Owls WI

Venue: Pecoro, 12A Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HU

Time: Monday 1 December 6.00 pm-8.30 pm

 Ceramic bauble and star bunting painting, Xmas antipasti buffet and cakes, mulled wine and festive hot drinks

Cost: £25.00 per person includes 2 ceramic baubles, £30.00 per person includes 2 ceramic baubles and ceramic star bunting. £10 deposit per person required.

Venue: Sandy Market Square

Time: Sunday 30 November 12.00 pm-5.00 pm

Christmas Market and Fun Fair

Santa’s Grotto, Refreshments, Live Entertainment

School Performances and Carnival Stars

Christmas Raffle

Lights Switch on at 4.30 pm

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: Sunday 30 November 12.00 pm-5.00 pm

 There will be Children’s Christmas Crafts to make, plus crochet plushies to buy, decoupage jars with sweets, candles, bookmarks, winter hats and balloon animals. Come along and support your library. Please bring CASH as we will have no card payment on the day.

Venue: Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy, SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 29 November 9.30 pm

The finest soul singer around, covering soul classics all night.

Venue: The Bell, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Saturday 29 November 8.00 pm

Opening party with music from Sam Neighbour starting at 8.00 pm

Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, The Heath, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 2DL

Time: Saturday 29 November 4.00 pm-5.30 pm

Ever wanted to see nature glow in the dark? Come and join us at The Lodge and be part of a magical experience as we look for light in the darkness.

For further information see the website

Website: RSPB Sandy

Venue: Allison House Residential Home, Swan Lane, Sandy SG19 1NE

Time: Saturday 29 November 2.00 pm

Support your local residential home! Raffle, tombola, cake stall, children’s stall, Father Christmas and much more.

Venue: Moggerhanger Village Hall

Time: Saturday 29 November 2.00 pm

Cost: £45 full payment required when booking, includes all materials with refreshments served. Please bring your own scissors or secateurs

To book please call Jo on 01767 769458 or by using the link below

Phone: 01767 769458

Venue: St Swithun’s Church, High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Times: Saturday 29 November and Sunday 30 November 12.00 pm-7.00 pm and

Monday 1 December, and Tuesday 2 December 3.00 pm-7.00 pm

Festive Music and Refreshments

Venue: St Swithun’s Church, High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Saturday 29 November 12.00 pm-3.00 pm

Santa’s grotto, and stalls in the Church and Church rooms. Tombola and more. The day will close with carols around the piano at 6.00 pm.

Festive fun for everyone

Venue: St Swithun’s Church, 30 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: from 29 November-2 December

   Donations for Need Project. The Mother’s Union would like you to please bring your donations to the Tree Festival. Find the Giving Tree and leave your donation in the boxes provided. Suitable donations include tubs of chocolates, large bars of chocolate, small colouring books, small note books, puzzle books, pencils.

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 29 November 10.30 am-3.30 pm

Free entry including crafts, jewellery, clothing, art, plush items, sweet treats etc

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Times: Saturdays during November 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until materials run out

Saturday 1 November – Lego and Snap Circuits

Saturday 8 November - Lego and Ocean Masks

Saturday 15 November – Lego

Saturday 22 November – Christmas Wreath

Saturday 29 November – Christmas Card Making

Venue: 1st Sandy Scout Group Headquarters, Sunderland Road, Sandy

Time: Friday 28 November 7.30 pm 9.30 pm – age range 11-16 years

Cost: tickets £3.00 pay on the door

Tuck shop available.

Venue: Stonecroft Hall, St Swithun’s Way, Sandy SG19 1BB

Time: Friday 28 November 7.30 pm

A talk on ‘Why does the A1 not cross Biggleswade Common? By Richard Barlow

Cost: membership £18.00, visitors £5.00 (includes tea, coffee, raffle and parking

For further details use the phone link below

Phone: 01767 680171

Venue: Walkin’ at Deepdale, Potton, Sandy SG19 2NH

Time: Friday 28 November and Thursday 4 December 6.45 pm for 7.00 pm start

Join us for a festive evening hosted by Sarah at Designed with a Difference

Cost: £55.00 per person everything required for creating your wreath plus a glass of Proseco and a festive treat. Booking required, use the link below.

Phone: 01767 261200

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: Friday 28 November 2.00 pm

A monthly social group for users of wheelchairs, mobility scooters, strollers, walkers and anyone who struggles with their mobility.

Help with obtaining Aids, the Blue Badge Scheme, Council Tax Discounts and Power of Attorney.

Venue: St Swithun’s Church, 34 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Friday 28 November 9.00 am

Flag raising at St Swithun’s Church

Celebrate Bedfordshire Day, the birthday of John Bunyan and all that is great about Bedfordshire!

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: Wednesday 26 November from 11.00 am

  Sandy Library is 60 years old. On Wednesday from 11.00 am we will be putting on sandwiches, cream teas, cakes and refreshments. We would love you all to come along and celebrate our anniversary with us.

Venue: 4 Seasons Fitness, 22 Gosforth Close, Sandy SG19 1RB

Time: Eight week course starting Monday 24 November Mondays and Fridays 11.00 am-12.00 pm

Limited places

Email : 4 Seasons Fitness

Phone: 07936 813120

Website: 4 Seasons Fitness

Venue: Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Monday 24 November

  A trip to Nethergate Brewery to brew “The Peel Brewers” newest concoction. Followed by a visit to several hostelry around Bury St Edmunds. Limited spaces.

Venue: The Queens Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

Time: Sunday 23 November 7.00 pm-9.00 pm

Cost: £25.00 per person – only 12 spaces available

A relaxed, creative evening with something magical to take home.

Venue: Wimpole Hall

Time: Sunday 23 November pick up 4.15 pm return to Sandy around 8.45 pm

Cost: Tickets and coach travel £30.00

Book you place with Colin Osborne 01767 682032 or use the link below

Phone: 01767 682032

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 22 November 9.00 pm

!00% rock ‘n’ roll

Guests may be signed in for a fee of £5.00

Venue: Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 22 November 9.30 pm

2 familiar faces, 2 epic musicians, 1 huge night. The boys in vests return for 2025 with an acoustic set of all-genre favourites!

Venue: Brew and Renew, 28A High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Saturday 22 November 2.00 pm

Cost: £7.50 standard entry, £10.00 including drink and nibbles

Enjoy a gorgeous pop-up spa experience hosted by Brew and Renew with Cate Lawson

You’ll be treated to: a blissful pamper session, a chance to try beautiful products, skincare tips, as well as Christmas shopping.

Venue: Manor Farm, Great North Road, Lower Caldecote SG18 9BB

Time: Saturday 22 November 1.00 pm-3.00 pm

Cost: £5.00 per session, six meetings £25.00, twelve meetings £50.00

  For Men to Talk and Fish – A qualified coach with 30+ years of experience will guide the session. Fishing tackle, bait and more provided. Tickets available using the link below.

Website: Tickets for Men to Talk and Fish

Venue: Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

 Time: Friday 21 November 9.30 pm

Get ready to groove with Lia Grey, bringing the vibes, vocals, and pure feel good energy. One not to miss!

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: third Thursday in the month, next session 20 November 1.30 pm-3.30 pm

The Hearing Advisory Service provide free NHS hearing aid servicing, maintenance and battery dispensing. To arrange an appointment phone or email using the contact details below.

Email: Hearing Aid Appointments

Phone: 01707 324582

Please note phone lines are only open 10.00 am-2.00 pm Tuesday-Thursday

Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: Thursday 20 November 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: £3.00 per session

 Future date: Thursday 11 December.

Venue: Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Time: first and third Tuesday of each month – 1.30 pm-2.30 pm – drop in session – term time only

A Stay and Play session for parents/carers and children toddling to 2 years focusing on physical development.

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 18 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Tuesday 18 November 10.00 am

We will be joined by Bill Davies who will be giving us a light hearted review of life “on the footplate” from being a Fireman during what remained of the steam era, to qualifying as a driver in 1973 and eventually operating out of Bedford until his retirement in 2007.

Venue: Maple Tree Primary School, Hawk Drive, Sandy SG19 2WA

Time: Monday 17 November 6.00 pm-8.30 pm

Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

Time: Sunday 16 November 12.30 pm-4.00 pm

To book a table contact us on Facebook messenger (use the link below) or at the bar!

Facebook: Sunday Roast

Venue: The Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 15 November, doors open 8.00 pm, band 9.30 pm

Non-members £5.00, members please reserve your space behind the bar

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Friday 14 November 10.00 am-3.00 pm

We buy Vintage! Jewellery & Antiques Roadshow

No need to book just turn up and bring your items with you!

Venue: Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Beeston

Time: Tuesday 11 November 7.30 pm

Entry is free

Please bring your friends, relations and neighbours our quiz nights are good fun.

Access is through the Limes Estate from the A1 Southbound carriageway – parking is behind the hall.

Venue: Brew and Renew, 28A High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Tuesday 11 November 3.30 pm

Cost: £6.95 per child includes mini canvas and easel, drink and snack.

Please book

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Monday 10 November 7.30 pm

Practical session

Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service Timetable Sunday 9 November

10:30 am - Parade muster at Swan Lane

10:45 am - Parade marches to Bedford Road War Memorial

11:00 am - Act of Remembrance and wreath laying at War Memorial

11:15 am - Parade proceeds along Bedford Road. Dignitaries will take the salute at Fayne’s Corner, then continue on to the High Street.

11:20 am - Parade proceeds to St Swithun’s Church, via the High Street

11:45 am - Parade moves into St Swithun’s Church for the Service of Remembrance, which will begin after everyone has arrived

Dismissal at the churchyard at the end of the service

Venue: Sandy Sports Centre, Sandy Secondary School, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BL

Time: Sunday 9 November 9.30 am-4.00 pm

Cost: Tickets £5.00, U16 and carers free entry

For all card collectors!

Venue: The Roundabout Club

Time: Saturday 8 November 9.30 pm

Funk Odyssey back for a second time this year!

The Club Classic’s Specialist’s performing hit after hit from the golden era of funk, soul and disco.

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Friday 7 November 1.30 pm-2.30 pm – four week course

A four week course designed to introduce you and your baby to the wonderful benefits of baby massage, in a calm and supportive environment. Suitable for families with babies 6 weeks-6 months. Booking essential

 There is a fee of £20.00 (cash only) to secure your booking. Book using the email below.

Email: Baby Massage

Venue: China Express, 16 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HU

Time: Wednesday 5 November and Thursday 6 November

To book contact Colin Osborne, 2 Leeds Smith Drive or phone using the link below

Phone: 01767 682032

Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

Time: Wednesday 5 November 5.30 pm-9.30 pm

Book at table at the bar or message.

Venue: Sandy Baptist Church, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EJ

Times:

Ages 10+ first and third Wednesday of the month 4.30 pm-5.30 pm

Ages: 5-9 second and fourth Wednesday of the month 4.30 pm-5.30 pm

Each session packed with fun projects, quality materials and guidance from working artist Sophie.

First session £5.00, then £8.00 per session

To book message Sophie on 07402114414 or use the link below.

Phone: 07402 114414

Venue: Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy, SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 1 November 9.30 pm

Britpop indie band, recreating some iconic British sounds from Oasis to Arctic Monkeys and everything in between.

Venue: Stonecroft Lounge SG19 1BB

Time: Friday 31 October 7.30 pm

Talk on ‘The Medieval Vineyard Warden Abbey’ by Margaret Roberts

Membership £18.00 Visitors £5.00 includes tea, coffee

Raffle

Venue: Meet outside Sandy Co-op, Market Square, Sandy

Time: Friday 31 October 11.00 am-5.00 pm

Cost: £3.00 per sheet

Collect your Clue Sheet and a UV pen to uncover hidden invisible ink messages in shop windows around the town. All proceeds go towards the Bedfordshire 2027 World Scout Jamboree.

Venue: Pecoro

Time: From Friday 10 October until Halloween

Cost: £18 per person includes a pumpkin, small pizza, drink and gelato or milkshake

Phone: 01767 683259 to book

Tuesday - Thursday 11.00 am-2.00 pm and 5.00 pm-8.30 pm

Friday - Saturday 11.00 am-6.00 pm

Sunday 5.00 pm-8.00 pm

Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 2DL

Time: Thursday 30 October 10.00 am-11.30 am

Calling all the young detectives out there for a hunt for fabulous fungi this half-term at The Lodge with our knowledgeable volunteers.

With over 700 species of fungi recorded at The Lodge, you are bound to find the deadly, the slimy and the downright weird on your visit!   Fungi come in all shapes and sizes, so our well-informed volunteers will be on hand to point out some of the more elusive species.  

Past highlights have been the distinctive red and white Fly Agaric, the club-shaped and dark Earth Tongue and many more.

Please note:

This is not a foraging event!

We will meet at the picnic area in front of the Gatehouse shop.

Venue: The Queen's Head

Time: every Wednesday

Buy two large glasses and get the rest of the bottle for free!