03/06/2026
WEEKLY WHAT’S ON
It’s an amazing weekend for music as there are several events happening in and around Brackley, and if you fancy something new, Brackley Morris Dancers have an open session for people to go along and try it out. Plus there is the second veteran’s breakfast on Saturday at the Paisley Pear.
If you have an event you would like me to know about, please do get in touch.
FUNKEYS MUSIC CHOIR COFFEE MORNING
Every Thursday 10:30am – 12:00noon 40 Oak Road, Brackley
Singing, friendship, coffee and chat. No experience needed – just come along and enjoy. £10 per person. Contact Claire on 07974 940045 or email [email protected] for more details
ZUMBA GOLD
Every Thursday from 11:00am Egerton Hall, Brackley
New Zumba Gold classes run every Thursday by Sue at 11.00 in the main hall at Egerton Hall in Poppyfields. It is £5 per class. For more details contact Sue on 07954181048.
PARKINSON’S SUPPORT GROUP
Thursday 4th June from 11:00am Brackley Care Home
For more information contact Eleanor Halford 07955 270048 [email protected]
Refreshments will be served. All welcome. This is a free event
MENTAL HEALTH FRIENDS OPEN DROP IN SESSIONS
Every Thursday from 1:00pm Chatty Parrot Cafe!, Market Square, Brackley
Free entry. Have a drink and meet other people with mental health, carers and support workers. Very relaxed and casual.
EVENING CHATTY CAFE
Thursday 4th June from 6:30pm The Paisley Pear, Brackley
Unable to come to the Tuesday afternoon Chatty cafe but would like to get out and meet some new people? Then pop along to their evening session at The Paisley Pear.
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.
WALKING RUGBY
Every Thursday from 7:00pm Brackley Rugby Club
£2.50 per month to join, just pop along.
BRACKLEY MORRIS DANCERS
Thursday 4th June from 7:30pm Upstairs at Brackley Town Hall
Fancy starting a new hobby and get fit at the same time? Who needs a gym when you can exercise your body with dancing, hankies & sticks. Music and dance are good for the soul so why not come and join us for a bit of fun and fitness. No cost or commitment, just come along and give it a go. Now open to women as well as men!
THEMED MONTHLY QUIZ – JAMES BOND
Thursday 4th June from 7:30pm The Paisley Pear, Brackley
Dress up in a tux or your best gown and join in this month’s themed quiz at the Paisley Pear. Will they be serving their martinis shaken, not stirred?
Teams of 2-6, £5 per person.
Great prizes to be won. Book your table: www.paisleypearpubbrackley.co.uk
BRACKLEY CHARTER MARKET
Every Friday 9:00am – 3:00pm approx The Piazza, Brackley
Fresh vegetables, fish, bread, plants and more every Friday in the centre of Brackley
BRACKLEY COUNTRY MARKET
Friday 5th June 10:00am – 12:00noon Brackley Library
Located in Brackley Library every Friday. Not only do they have their legendary sausage rolls (come early for those), they have delicious homemade bakes, handcrafted goodies and wonderful local honey and fresh local eggs. Stay for a chat and have a cup of tea or coffee in their pop up tea shop.
IT BUDDY
Every Friday 10:00am -12:00noon Brackley Library
The library IT Buddy is there to help you with any of your IT queries or problems. Whether it's printing a document, accessing email or support with an online application, you can book an appointment to see their IT Buddy. Simply pop in and find out how they can help
MINI MELODIES
Every Friday 10:00-11:00 Brackley Baptist Church
Join Mini Melodies musical sensory group for ages 0-4. Sing along fun and interactive classes. Contact Mini Melodies to book now!
BAR 1890 COMMUNITY CAFE
Every Friday 10:00am – 12:00noon The Venue, Brackley Town Football Club
Looking for a relaxed place to start your Friday morning? BTFC invite you to their weekly drop-in session at Brackley Town Football Club, creating a welcoming space for people to connect, relax, chat and play darts!
Tea & Coffee £1
No booking required — just drop in and join them.
WALKING NETBALL
Every Friday 10:00am – 11:30am Brackley Leisure Centre
A great way to get fit without getting out of breath. £4.20 per session, free if you are a leisure centre member. First taster session is also free so you can pop along and see if it’s for you!
WALKING FOOTBALL
Every Friday 10:30am-11:30am Brackley Town Football Club
Walking Football at Brackley Town FC for Over 50s on their all weather pitch, Tuesday and Friday 10.30am to 11.30am. The cost is £3.00 a session and showers and tea/coffee included afterwards. Great way to meet new people and get fit.
BRACKLEY FOOD LARDER
Every Friday 12:00pm – 1:00pm Egerton Hall, Brackley
Are you struggling to afford food? Brackley Community Food Larder is open to anyone facing hardship. It is a social supermarket stocked with donated food and food purchased through fundraising initiatives. Annual joining fee £10 then it’s pay as you go. Up to 10 points per session £5, up to 22 points per session £10. For more information email [email protected]
CRAFTERNOON
Friday 5th June 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.
Hopefully you won't get tied up in knots as they try their hand at macrame hanging baskets!
COFFEE AND CARDS
Friday 5th June 3:00pm – 4:00pm Chatty Parrot Cafe, Market Place, Brackley
Jenny McCormac's weekly coffee and card making session.
£8 per person which includes refreshments, tuition and supplies for 2 cards to make and take home.
Contact Jenny McCormac to pre book a place [email protected]
INCLUSIVE FOOTBALL SESSIONS
Every Friday 5:30pm -6:30pm Brackley Town Football Club
Brackley Town FC are proud to launch a brand-new ability/disability football programme.
After a year of planning alongside Northants FA and partner clubs, BTFC are excited to offer a welcoming, inclusive football environment for adults and young people aged 16+ with SEN, disabilities or support needs.
Expect
• Friendly, supportive coaching tailored to players
• Low-commitment, non-competitive sessions
• A focus on fun, fitness, and making new friends
First session FREE, then just £5 per session
LET’S SHINE TOGETHER FESTIVAL – PUB NIGHT AT THE FAT LANDLORD
Friday 5th June from 6:00pm The Fat Landlord, Helmdon
Pop along this Friday for a fantastic evening of live music, great company, and community spirit at TFL as part of the Let's Shine Together Festival!
Lve Music from the incredible Amy Fleur & Hanley Webb
Amy Performing from 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Hanley Performing 8:00pm-10:00pm
To see all the fabulous events taking place this week and get to it grand draw tickets (some amazing prizes to be won) click the link below
https://www.letsshinetogether.co.uk/festival/
BRACKLEY & DISTRICT BAND
Every Friday from 7:45pm The Band Club, Draymans Walk
Brackley & District Band welcomes new and returning players. If you are new to playing or haven’t played for a while, there is a development band from 6:30pm. For more information email [email protected] or contact Nick on 07737 077009
PLANT MAN BEN
Every Saturday throughout May and June 9:00am – 3:00pm Brackley Rugby Club
Every Sunday throughout May and June 9:00am – 3:00pm Brackley Piazza
Make sure your garden looks its best by visiting Plant Man Ben with his massive selection of bedding plants, veg and perennials, plus compost and grow bags
VETERAN’S BREAKFAST
Saturday 6th June 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!
DOG SHOW
Saturday 6th June from 9:00am Evenley Wood Garden
Taylor’s Vets are proud to be supporting a fantastic event for Little Oaks Pre-School Brackley at Evenley Wood Garden —and they hope to see you there!
Join them for a dog show judged by Graeme Hall (“The Dogfather”) and their own John Taylor Vet , followed by a “Question Time” session.
There’ll be plenty happening all weekend, including children’s games, a tombola, and a raffle with great prizes.
BRACKLEY LITTER WOMBLES COMMUNITY LITTER PICK
Saturday 6th June 10:00am – 12:00pm Meet at The Paisley Pear
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.
CREATION CLUB
Saturday 6th June 10:30am -11:30am Brackley Library
Brackley Library’s FREE Saturday morning craft club. Join them for a great new activity every week. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
BRACKLEY MORRIS DANCERS OPEN SESSION
Saturday 6th June 2:30pm- 4:30pm Room 3, Egerton Hall, Brackley
Brackley Morris Dancers are recruiting new members and they invite you to their Saturday practice which will be an open session.
They are now a mixed side, so anyone and everyone is welcome.
If you enjoy folk dancing and folk music then this could be your new hobby.
Help keep a Brackley tradition alive, keep fit, have fun, make new friends and enjoy a pint at the end!
THE LEE MALVERN FOUR
Saturday 6th June 7:00pm – 11:00pm Brackley WI Hall
The Lee Malvern Four will be playing live bringing you a retro vibe and if that’s not good enough you can BYOB - Bring your own beer all in a good cause for Mental Health Friends.
Tickets are only £7.50 and to get your tickets drop Dawnie Colmer a message or contact AP Creative Co
LOGAN PAUL MURPHY
Saturday 6th June from 7:30pm Egerton Hall, Brackley
An amazing talent first seen on “The Piano”, Logan Paul Murphy brings hits hit live theatre show to Brackley! Celebrating the music of The Beatles, Elton John, Billy Joel, Elvis, The Bee Gees and many more. This is a show not to be missed.
Tickets available from https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/loganpaulmurphy/t-kddrmdr
LIVE MUSIC @ THE CREWE ARMS
Sunday 7th June 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.
BINGO NIGHT
Every Sunday from 7:30pm The Sun Inn, Whitfield
Bring your dabbers along for fun and games at the Sun Inn! £1 per ticket and “lucky dip” prizes after each game.
CARD MAKING
Monday 8th June 10:00am – 12:00noon Brackley Library
A fortnightly card-making group for adults. Different theme every time. Drop-in session.
KNIT AND NATTER
Monday 8th June 2:00pm – 4:00pm Brackley Library
Bring along your own projects. All ages and abilities welcome
CHATTY CAFE
Every Monday 2:00pm – 4:00pm Esquires Coffee Shop, Juno Crescent
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
BRACKLEY SEA CADETS
Every Monday 6:45pm – 9:00pm Brackley Bowls Club
Brackley sea cadets take kids from 9-18 all for £20 a month.
In the sea cadets they spend their winter learning all sorts of specialised training as well as being taught commitment, respect and responsibility. In the summer they go boating every week where they teach the kids sailing, rowing, paddlesport and power boating and they can gain many internationally recognised qualifications.
BRACKLEY SOCIAL NETBALL
Every Monday 7:00pm -8:30pm Brackley Leisure Centre
Brackley social netball need more players. They are a fun group of netballers who play on Monday at the leisure centre from 7-8:30. £6 a week, pay as you play. If you’ve not played since school this is the place for you as that’s how most if them got hit into it. If you’ve never played before, come see if you like it, 1st week is free. They aren’t a league it’s just a come, play, have fun group and a bit if exercise too. If you’re interested contact Jules Tucker, 07883341029
COFFEE AND CARDS
Tuesday 9th June 9:30am -10:30am Esquires Coffee Shop, Poppyfields Way
Jemini Crafts have a relaxing card making session every week at Esquires Cafe. £8 per person which includes refreshments, tuition and supplies for 2 cards to make and take home.
KNITTING GROUP
Tuesday 9th June 10:00-12:00 Brackley Library
A new knitting group for those of you that are free of a morning. Pop along with your own projects and share your creations and ideas with a group of fellow crafters.
WALKING FOOTBALL
Every Tuesday 10:30am-11:30am Brackley Town Football Club
Walking Football at Brackley Town FC for Over 50s on their all weather pitch, Tuesday and Friday 10.30am to 11.30am. The cost is £3.00 a session and showers and tea/coffee included afterwards. Great way to meet new people and get fit.
CHATTY CAFE
Tuesday 9th June 3:00pm – 5:00pm The Crown Hotel
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
LEGO CLUB
Tuesday 9th June 3:30pm – 4:30pm Brackley Library
One for the kids or any Lego fans out there, come along to the library and let your Lego imagination run free. Children under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
ACCENT PERCUSSION
Tuesday 9th June 5:00pm – 6:15pm Egerton Hall, Brackley
It doesn't matter if you're young or old, musical or not, have a disability, have the worries of the world on your shoulders or just fancy hitting a drum! Accent Percussion is completely inclusive for everyone including YOU!
For more details, drop them a message or email [email protected].
Sessions are just £5 per person. Come along, they'd love to see you.
THE BRACKLEY & DISTRICT TABLETOP GAMERS CLUB (THE BAD GAMERS CLUB)
Every Tuesday 7:00pm – 10:30pm Egerton Hall, Brackley
The BAD Gamers Club are an informal tabletop games club, with a wide range of gaming interests covering all aspects of the tabletop games hobby – Miniatures Wargaming, Boardgames and Card Games, Role Playing Games (RPG’s). If you’d like to find out more, please visit their page, their Blog page (https://thebadgamers.com/), or come along on a Tuesday night – they’re very welcoming, informal, and can always accommodate new players
THE DALE COLLINS FUN QUIZ
Tuesday 9th June from 8:30pm Pete’s Place, Brackley
Every Tuesday join Quizmaster Dale Collins for great questions and prizes.
Spaces are limited so please book a table
WEEKLY WEDNESDAY WOMBLE
Wednesday 10th June 9:00am – 10:00am Meet at the
Help Brackley Litter Wombles keep our town tidy with a quick weekly litter pick. Every week there will be a new place to meet up that will be close to their chosen wombling spot for the week. Keep your eyes peeled on their page or visit www.brackleylitterwombles.co.uk
Everyone welcome. Do come dressed appropriately, wear sensible shoes. Equipment can be provided if you do not have your own.
THE SAINTS COMMUNITY PROJECT
Wednesday 10th June 10:00am -2:00pm The Venue, Brackley Town Football Club
Open to everyone and a great way to make new friends. Only £2.50 to include coffee, cakes and entertainment. If you have any questions please contact Kim on 07966 254215
BRACKLEY FORGET ME NOT COMMUNITY CAFE.
Wednesday 10th June 2:00pm – 4:00pm Brackley Baptist Church
A monthly group, set up for those with dementia or other memory loss illnesses along with their caregivers.
They meet at Brackley Baptist Church in their meeting room. It's a really nice space, and you will be welcomed with a cuppa and cake.
It is a friendly, informal afternoon with activities, music, singing, and conversation.
KNIT & NATTER
Every Wednesday from 2:30pm Brackley Antique Cellar
Don’t craft on your own, join the knitters at the Antique Cellar every Wednesday for come company and a cuppa.
GUITAR HERO NIGHT
Every Wednesday from 5:30pm Pete’s Place, Brackley
Forget air guitar, release your inner rock god at Pete's Place every Wednesday!
QUIZ NIGHT!
Wednesday 10th June from 7:30pm The Plough, Brackley
Join Banny for this weekly quiz at The Plough for a great brain workout. £1 per person to enter.
Jackpot round & Bar tab to be won!