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

Time: Every Tuesday 5.00 pm-7.00 pm

Community Hangout open to all

PS3, board games, chat.

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

Time: Saturday 27 September

3 Stages, 3 Bars!! Not to be missed.

Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy G19 1EL

Time: Friday 26 September 7.30 pm

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

Time: Friday 26 September (Flowers) 11.00 am-1.00 pm

Cost: £3.00 per session

Future dates: Friday 24 October (Sunset), Friday 28 November (Mountains), Friday 19 December (Snow Scenes)

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

Time: Thursday 25 September 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: £3.00 per session

Future dates: Thursday 23 October, 20 November and 11 December.

Venue: The Four Horsemen, 7 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: every Thursday morning

Drop in for a coffee and a chat!

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

Time: Saturday 20 September 9.30 pm

Solarzone’s club debut this September! Expect re-imagined 80s synth-pop classics, rock energy and soaring harmonies.

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

Time: every Saturday night 8.30 pm-11.00 pm

  Great food, great vibes and zero fuss. Just £1.00 per portion.

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

Time: 20 September 1.00-4.00 pm

St Swithun’s will be open for visitors to visit this historic Church

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

Time: Saturday 20 September 1.00 pm-4.00 pm

Traditional fete games, tombola and teddy tombola, plant stall, book stall, face painting and tattoos, bouncy castle, jewellery and craft stalls, raffle, plate smash, refreshments

Family fun for all the family.

Venue: The Four Horsemen, 7 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Saturday mornings from around 10.00 am

Drop in for a coffee and a game!

Venue: Join the Wellbeing Walkers outside the Post Office

Time: Wednesday 17 September 10.00 am

Join the Wellbeing Walkers and discover the story behind each of the mosaics in the town. Richard Barlow from the Sandy Historical Research Group will bring each mosaic to life by sharing exciting background information for each of the mosaics.

Sandy Heritage Days are co-ordinated by the Sandy Historical Research Group

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

Time: Tuesday 16 September 10.00 am

  We will be joined by David Fowler. David, who is Chair of the Bedford Association of Tour Guides, will be talking to us about gardens situated within an hour of Bedford – not your usual National Trust or “Yellow Book” (National Garden Scheme) gardens!

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

Time: 14 September 10.30 am

Harvest Festival followed by Lunch - contact the Church for further details

Email: sandy.methodist@gmail.com

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

Time: Saturday 13 September 9.30 pm

 The legends are back! Rock out to 90’s and 00’ hits, plus a few classic surprises. Don’t miss it.

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

Time: Saturday 13 September 2.00 pm-10.00 pm

Stars on 45 with soul, funk, rock, reggae, rave, dub, house, rip hop

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

Time: weekly board games every Saturday for children and parents, 11.00 am-1.00 pm

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

Time: Saturday 13 September 10.00 am until materials run out

Children will see examples of Roman tiles and will be able to design and create their own tiles to take away. Sandy Heritage Days are co-ordinated by Sandy Historical Research Group

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

Time: Saturday 13 September

The Beds and Herts Historic Churches Trust Bike and Hike

  Enjoy a day visiting churches and chapels in any county of your choice via train, car, motorbike, bike, on foot, scooter or pushing a pram. All monies raised are shared between our Church and the Trust. For more information and sponsor forms contact Jean Peckham by email.

Email: Bike and Hike (Jean Peckham)

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

Time: Friday 12 September 9.30 pm

Warm up those vocal cords and get ready to sing your heart out – because it’s karaoke time with our DJ Jingles!

Venue: Sandy Guild - An Evening of Clairvoyance with Mark Gilbert at the Conservative Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Friday 12 September doors open 7.00 pm – start 7.30 pm

Cost: tickets £15.00 per person, tickets may be obtained through the email link or by phone.

Email: Sandy Guild

Phone: 07500 907715

All profits go to our chosen charities which this year are St John’s Hospice, Sandy Carnival and the Jan Osborne Memorial Fund

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

Time: Quiz sheets available from Friday 12 September

Test your knowledge of Sandy’s Buildings Past and Present – prize for the winner!

Sandy Heritage Days are co-ordinated by the Sandy Historical Research Group

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

Time: Monday 8 September 7.30 pm

Demonstration by Barbara Collins “Shades of Autumn”.

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

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

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

Venue: Sandy Skatepark, Medusa Way, Sandy SG19 1TH

Time: Sunday 7 September 1.00 pm-4.00 pm, registration 12.00 pm

Get ready for the Sandy Skate Jam! Beginner/Intermediate scooters, BMX, skateboards

Prizes and giveaways

Food and drink available

Free hire equipment

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

Time: Sunday 7 September 10.00 am-12.30 pm

First Sunday of every month!

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

Facebook: Sunday Breakfast Club

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

Time: Sunday 7 September 10.00 am-3.00 pm

This event is held in the covered area next to the Visitor Information Centre

  This is a free, drop-in event where you can join Steve to create your own works or simply watch and enjoy. Steve’s artwork will also be on sale to purchase as the perfect gift for yourself or someone special who loves nature. For further information use the link below:

Website: Art Demo with Steve Kershaw

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

Time: Saturday 6 September 9.30 pm

The 1980’s synth-pop duo, performing classics from Bowie, Tears for Fears, Simple Minds, Gary Numan, Culture Club, Duran Duran and more! Don’t miss this epic night!

Venue: Rustle Up Cafe, 5 Blaydon Road, Sandy SG19 1RZ

Time: Saturday 6 September 7.00 pm

Cost: advance tickes £5.00 call 07565 717392 to grab yours

Bingo with a twist, fantastic prizes to be won in every bingo round

Great sound system, laser lights and smoke machine

FREE drink with your ticket

Come for the bingo stay for the dance floor

Phone: 07565 717392

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

Time: Saturday 6 September 10.00 am-12.00 pm

For further information and to book use the link below:

Website: Bird Watching for Beginners at The Lodge

Venue: The Four Horsemen Bar, 7 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Friday 5 September 8.00 pm

Cost: £2.50 per person, teams up to 6.

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

Time: Friday 5 September – doors open 8.00 pm – music starts 9.30 pm

Experience a night of soul, swig and timeless classics in the Victory Suite with two incredible performers:

Peter Symphorien, The Soul Man, bringing the house down with iconic hits from Barry White, Luther Vandross, George Benson, The Temptations, The Drifters and more plus his own original reggae-infused pieces.

Uche Eke, formerly of Hot Chocolate and The Drifters. Uche delivers a smooth rendition of soul by Luther Vandross, Michael Buble, Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole and other soul legends.

Tickets from The Roundabout Club

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

Time: Friday 5 September 10.00 am-12.00 am

Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin-yoku, this gentle, mindful session in the heart of the woodland invites you to awaken your senses, reduce stress, and experience the healing power of nature. Led by a certified guide from The Forest Bathing Institute, expect two hours of calm and mindfulness as you are immersed in the sights, sounds, scents and sensations of our beautiful nature reserve.

Website: Forest Bathing

Venue: Afternoon River Cruise along the River Ouse on the John Bunyan Boat

Time: Friday 5 September

In aid of The Leprosy Mission

Contact Colin Osborne, 7 Leeds Smith Drive, (01767 682032) for further details.

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

Time: every Tuesday and Friday morning 9.30 am-10.30 am – starts 5 September

Come along and play with our new sensory toys

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

Time: Wednesday 3 September 7.30 pm-9.30 pm

‘Safeguarding our Rivers’ a talk by a Volunteer River Warden

Friendly group with varied programme.

Email: Sandy Night Owls WI

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

Time: Monday 1 September 6.00 pm-8.00 pm

Choose between still life drawing (£20), terracotta pot painting or air drying clay (£25) includes an antipasti sharing platter, one soft drink and dessert. £10 deposit per person required.

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

Time: Sunday 31 August 8.00 pm

Join us for a fun-filled night you won’t want to miss.

Free entry, £10.00 for 6 games plus a £3.00 bonus game

Cash only – money in, money out

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

Time: Sunday 3 August, Sunday 10 August, Saturday 16 August, Sunday 24 August and Sunday 31 August – all sessions 11.00 am-2.00 pm

 Join us at the Visitor Information Centre for some nature-based craft activities. A different makey-do each session with beautiful views across the heathland. Crafts include butterfly finger puppets, fingerprint doodles, mini-pom-poms and more. Each week we will be focus on a different creative activity, all whilst observing and being inspired by the nature around us. We will provide all materials. All abilities welcome, all ages welcome.

No tickets to purchase, but we ask you to pay what you can when you drop in.

Website: Summer Crafts at The RSPB

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

Time: Saturday 30 August 9.30 pm

This exciting up-and-coming band will blast through two epic sets of 80s & 90s rock/pop bangers – plus some original tunes, all delivered with their signature high-energy style.

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

Time: Saturday 30 August 7.30 pm

Free entry, free parking and June Plum Caribbean Food Truck

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

Time: Saturday 30 August 1.00 pm-5.00 pm

Cost: entrance £1.00 for adults (16+) and all children are free. Tea, coffee and cake will be available in the Bowls Pavilion, and the bar will be open during the afternoon.

The Sandy Garden & Craft Show is a local country show which aims to bring families and the local communities of all ages together to share in a love of gardening, crafting and cookery.

Website: Sandy Garden & Craft Show

Venue: Miniature Mayhem, Table Top Miniature and Hobby Store, Unit C10, Gosforth Close, Sandy Business Park, Sandy SG19 1RB

Time: Saturday 30 August 10.00 am-10.00 pm and Sunday 31 August 10.00 am-4.00 pm

Warhammer 40,000, Age of Sigmar, Fallout Factions, Bolt Action, Moonstone, Colour Forge and more.

Free gaming tables – visiting Raffle

Venue: Sandy Historical Research Group Exhibition at Sandy Baptist Church, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EJ

Time: Saturday 30 August 12.00 am-4.00 pm

Cost: members free, non-members £3.00

Come along and enjoy a selection from our archives. Tea, coffee and home made cakes available to purchase plus there will be a raffle. Please bring along any of your own old photographs and memorabilia of Sandy, for us all to chat about. Back numbers of our SHRUB magazine, copies of our Pictorial Memories of Sandy booklets, and our Sandy Memories postcards, will all be on sale, together with Mike Luke’s fascinating Albion Archaeology Monograph on the Roman ‘Small Town” at Sandy. If you are not already an SHRG member, there will be an opportunity to join us, and then receive our twice yearly SHRUB magazine on Sandy’s history, with free entry to many of our events.

For further information please contact Richard Barlow on 01767 226392.

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

Time: Friday 29 August 7.30 pm

Be ready for an evening of 90’s indie and singalong anthems.

Venue: Robert Peel Forest School Garden, Dapifer Drive, Sandy SG19 1QJ

Time Friday 29 August 10.00 am-11.30 am

An outdoor Stay and Play session for children with SEND and siblings up to 12 years.

 Entrance is via the school car park. Please wear appropriate outdoor clothing and footwear (no sandals please). Booking required using the link below.

Email: Booking

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

Time: 9.00 am-4.00 pm or until materials run out.

Tuesday 26 August – Treat Boxes, Cakes and Drinks

Wednesday 27 August – Bees and Robot Masks

Thursday 28 August – Ocean Animals, Turtles and Stand Up Dinosaurs

Friday 29 August – Drinks in the Sun, Ice Cream and Snail Crown

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

Time: Thursday 28 August 2.00 pm, meets fortnightly!

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

Venue: Amici Coffee Cafe and Grill, Girtford Bridge House, Sandy SG19 1NA

Time: every Wednesday 6.00 pm-9.00 pm

 Are you ready? Enjoy a relaxed evening with great coffee, good food, and even better company.

 Whether you ride or love the vibe everyone’s welcome! Catch up with friends, admire some incredible bikes and make Wednesdays your new favourite night of the week. Looking forward to seeing you all!

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

Time: Tuesday 26 August 6.00 pm-8.00 pm

Support group for men, all welcome.

Website: For Men to Talk

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

Time: Tuesday 26 August 10.00 am -12.00 pm, monthly meeting – fourth Tuesday of the month

Everyone welcome, pop in for a hot drink and a slice of cake!

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

Time: Sunday 24 August 12.00 pm-7.00 pm

Prizes for the best fancy dress, food vans, bouncy castle, stalls, kids fun and games, raffle.

Live performances from:

Sally H Music

Kevin J Foley

The Little John Kollective

Sandy Ukulele Group

Open to non members – free entry.

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

Time: Sundays 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: small breakfast £12.50, large breakfast £15.00

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

Time: Saturday 23 August 9.30 pm

 Spinning an electrifying mix of genres to keep the dance floor moving. Perfect for your night out or that special occasion.

POSTPONED

Venue: Four Horsemen, 7 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Saturday 23 August 2.00 pm-3.30 pm

Cost: £38.00 - tickets now on sale – pop in to pay your £10.00 deposit and secure your spot!

Food provided by Chunkys! Limited menu offered and pre orders required.

Choose between any of our draft beers, cider, or prosecco – the choice is yours.

Facebook: Bottomless Brunch

Venue: Sandy Health Centre, Northcroft, Sandy SG19 1JQ

Time: every Thursday 1.30 pm-4.00 pm – 30 minute appointments available – booking required

 Meet with a Smoking Advisor who will help you to quit smoking. This is your chance to save money, improve your health and take a positive step towards a smoke free life.

To book an appointment contact reception using the link below.

Phone: Sandy Health Centre Reception

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

Time: third Thursday in the month, next session 21 August 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: RSPB, The Lodge, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 2DL

Time: Tuesday 29 July, Friday 8 August, Wednesday 13 August, Thursday 21 August – all sessions 10.00 am-11.30 am

 Children will be getting hands on, hunting for insects, finding out just what is hiding in the trees above them and under the logs below them and learning to identify what minibeasts they have discovered.  The Lodge is home to a huge range of amazing minibeasts from colourful jewel-like Ruby Tailed wasps to super speedy Tiger Beetles to Wolf spiders that actually jump onto their prey, yikes! A perfect adventure for children aged 4-11 years. Children under the age of 4 years are free to attend but the activity may not be suitable for them. All children must be accompanied by an adult.   Book on the website using the link below

Website: Minibeast Safaris

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Thursday 21 August 9.00 am-4.00 pm

  Antenatal class for parent-to-be from 30 weeks pregnant. Come and find out about labour, feeding, caring for your baby and preparing for family life. Facilitated by midwife, Children’s Centre staff and Baby Friendly team.

  Booking required by clicking the link below. Please book one place per person attending. Please bring a lunch.

Website: Eventbrite

Venue: The Queen's Head

Time: every Wednesday

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

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

 Time: 20 August 11.00 am-2.00 pm

Fill a bag for £2.00 – women’s/men’s/children’s clothing

Profits in aid of St John’s Hospice, Sandy Carnival and the Jan Osborne Memorial Fund

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

Time: third Wednesday of the month, next meeting Wednesday 20 August 10.00 am-12.00 pm. A chance to enjoy a coffee and chat in the Church.

Cost: donation

2 St Swithun’s Church Rooms, 30 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: first Saturday in the month, next meeting Saturday 2 August 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost £2.00. Coffee, tea, cakes and chat.

3 Beeston Chapel School Room, 4 The Baulk, Beeston, Sandy SG19 1NR

Time: first Thursday of the month, next meeting Thursday 7 August 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: donation if you wish. Enjoy coffee, tea and a chat or play cards and board games.

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

Time: Tuesday 5 August and Tuesday 19 August – both session 11.00 am-1.00 pm

 Join us on the picnic blankets in the Natural Play Area and immerse yourselves in nature and play. Friendly staff will support you to create a variety of nature themed crafts including butterfly finger puppets, ink pad doodles, journey sticks, mini-pom-poms and more. Crafts will vary between the events. We will also invite you to create and design a flag to add to our summer bunting. There will be the option of fun nature-based board games plus story-telling.

For those children who prefer wide-play we will have a sensory scavenger hunt around the play area. 

Bring a picnic; blankets will be provided but you can bring your own.

To find us on the day, enter the Natural Play Area through the gate from the main car park and follow the path until your reach the wooden posts that represent the roundhouse, you will find staff and volunteers waiting to welcome you.

Website: Family Fun at The RSPB

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

Time: first and third Tuesday of the month 9.30 am-12.30 pm – drop in session

(5 August and 19 August)

No appointment necessary. Drop in Self Weigh. A member of staff will be on site should you have any questions or concerns.

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

Time: Tuesday 19 August 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: £4.00 (tickets do not include car parking)

The focus this month will be ‘Dragonflies and Insects’

Please arrive 10 minutes before and meet at the picnic area outside the shop. For further information check out the link below

Website: Wildlife Walk for Women

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

Time: Saturday 16 August 3.30 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: Sandy Baptist Church, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EJ

Time: Saturday 16 August 2.30 pm-5.00 pm

All welcome to come and enjoy (or help if you can!) at our free fun day. Bouncy castle, games, activities, craft, refreshments and BBQ.

Venue: The Four Horsemen, 7 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Friday 15 August 7.30 pm

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

Time: Friday 15 August 6.00 pm Flag Raising and Prayer

Barbecue and entertainment

Open to all including non-members

Organised by the Royal British Legion and Sandy Conservative Club

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

Time: Friday 15 August 11.50 am Flag Raising and Prayer, 12.00 pm Two Minute National Silence

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Friday 15 August 10.00 am-11.00 am

 Advice and support around introducing solids to your 6 month old baby. This is a face to face session. Booking required by email

Email: Sandy Children's Centre (Alison Coats)

Venue: Four Horsemen, 7 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Thursday 14 August 7.00 pm

For those who prefer life on paper, join Sandy Book Club

This month’s book is “How to Age Disgracefully” by Clare Pooley

Come and meet fellow bookworms

Snacks provided, all welcome

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Thursday 14 August 10.00 am-11.00 am meet at Sandy Children’s Centre

Booking required by email

Email: Sandy Children's Centre

Buggy friendly walk accompanied by Children’s Centre staff.

Venue: Sandy Sports Centre (Astro) SG19 1BL

Time: Week 3 Tuesday 5 August-Thursday 7 August, Week 4 Tuesday 12 August-Thursday 14 August

Cost: £18.00 per person per session, ages 5-14

Use the links below for further information or to book.

Email:  Summer Football Camp

Website: Summer Football Camp

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

Times: 1, 4, 12, 14, August, 10.00 am-11.00 am. 6 August 1.00 pm- 3.00 pm

  Age from 10+, £7.00 per session, sketchbook to buy £10.00 or bring your own. All other materials provided. For more information use the link below.

Phone: Message Sophie

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

Time: Monday 11 August 10.00 am-11.30 am

Stay and Play meet up for local childminders and their children

For information and booking please use the link below

Email: Daisy Oatham

Venue: Sandy Leisure and Sports Centre, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BL

Time: Monday 21 July-Monday 1 September, one hour slots from 10.00 am

Book via Everyone Active app

Website: Gym Details

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

Time: Saturday 9 August 9.30 pm

Summer party – headlining our summer celebrations is the utterly brilliant Lia Grey, bringing the vibes, vocals, and pure feel good energy. One not to miss!

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

Time: Saturday 9 August 10.00 am-11.00 am

Celebrate our 20th year of restoring the heathland at The Lodge with our Warden Sonya, who will give visitors an exclusive close-up look at the work carried out here at The Lodge with a focus on our heathland.  

Heathland is a key habitat at The Lodge, with it being the largest in Bedfordshire. It is home to breeding hobbies, stonechats, common lizards, green tiger beetles and other invertebrates of bare, sandy soil.  We are also managing pools for reintroduced natterjack toads by maintaining water levels and removing encroaching trees, making us one of the best inland sites for natterjack toads.

 This will be a wonderful opportunity to gain more insight into what we do at The Lodge and the RSPB as a wider organisation. A perfect outing for those who are involved in habitat management, as well as those who simply have an interest. The walk will be on uneven paths.

Meet on the picnic lawn outside the Shop.

Website: Tickets for Event

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: 6 week course starting Wednesday 6 August 10.00 am-11.30 am

A 6 week course for new parents and babies 0-4 months, covering sleep, feeding, baby brain development, childhood illnesses and healthy relationships. Booking required by email using one of the links below.

Email: Baby Days (Alison Coats)

 Email: Baby Days (Lucy Rice)