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

Time: Saturday 30 May - time to be confirmed

Rock and roll, blues and covers

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

Time: Sunday 17 May 2.30 pm

Admission £5.00 per person

 Barry Groom will be leading a guided tour of the church and it’s fascinating churchyard. Trevor Warrs is also speaking about the church’s stained glass windows. After the tour, refreshments will be served in the Church Rooms and there will be a raffle.

Places may be booked through Colin Osborne 01767 682032 by using the link below.

Phone: Colin Osborne

Venue: 1st Sandy Scout Group, Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1QY

Time: Saturday 16 May doors open 7.00 pm – first race 7.30 pm

 Place a bet! Horse and jockey ownership

Fancy a night at the races? Then why not join us for a fun packed night! Children are welcome.

Further details to come.

Venue: Sandy Tigers FC, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BL

Time: Saturday 16 May and Sunday 17 May

One of the biggest tournaments in Bedfordshire

Further details to come

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

Time: Thursday 14 May 10.00 am-11.30 am – drop in session

Further sessions: 28 May, 11 June, 25 June, 9 July

 Play, have fun and get ready for pre-school/nursery. For children from 12 months.

Venue: Beeston Methodist Church, 4 The Baulk, Sandy SG19 1NR

Time: Tuesday 12 May 7.30 pm

‘All Roads Lead to Roman Sandy’ a talk by Mike Luke of Albion Archaeology

Admission £5.00 (Free to members – subscription £18.00)

Refreshments – Publications for Sale - Raffle

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

Time: Saturday 9 May 7.00 pm-12.00 am

 Grab the mic at Rustle Up Cafe and Bar. All talent welcome! Live DJ.

Venue: Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Primary School Forest School area.

Time: Saturday 9 May 10.00 am-11.30 am – drop in session

Further sessions: 6 June and 4 July

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. Bacon rolls available for a £1.00 donation.

Venues: Live music and events across a range of venues including The Queen’s Head, Sandy Conservative Club, Sandy Roundabout Club, The Bell and The Four Horsemen Bar.

Time: Saturday 9 May - save the date for another amazing festival with great music.

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

Time: Friday 8 May 10.30 am

A rare opportunity to meet and talk to our expert, long-term Head Gardener Nick, and learn from him about the upkeep of the beautiful gardens at The Lodge.

Join us for a leisurely walk around the gardens to admire the diversity of plants and variety of spaces, and hear about the creation and maintenance including the recently developed Contemplation Garden.

 Do you have a question you would like to ask Nick? What are his top tips for pruning Wisteria for a bountiful display of blooms? How does he grow such healthy plants without using peat? What does it take to create such beautiful, colourful borders with year-round interest that also benefit wildlife?

• Meet at the main garden gate by The Lodge Gardens Car Park.

  Book using the link below

Website: Walk with the Lodge Head Gardener

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

A 3 week speech, language, and communication course for children aged 18 months to 3 years.

Times: week 1 online 5 May 9.30 am-10.45 am

Week 2 face to face 12 May 1.00 pm-2.30 pm

Week 3 face to face 19 May 1.00 pm-2.30 pm

 Strategies to help support a child’s early language skills. Please note – week 1 is online and weeks 2 and 3 are face to face at the Children’s Centre. All 3 sessions must be attended. Booking required by email.

Email: Booking Line

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

Time: Saturday 2 May - live music from 2.00 pm-10.00 pm

Pork Pies from around the country

Pie making competition

All money raised will be donated to the Alzheimer’s Research UK.

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

Time: 29 April - last Wednesday of the month 6.00 pm-8.00 pm.

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

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

Time: Tuesday 28 April 6.00 pm-8.00 pm

Support group for men, all welcome. Next meeting 26 May

Website: For Men to Talk

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Tuesday 28 April 1.30 pm-3.00 pm - drop in session term time only

 A SEND Stay and Play session for children under 5 years of age with their parents/carers. Parents/carers welcome without children to attend for support and advice from our Early Years SEND team. For information and booking please use the link below.

Email: SEND Stay and Play

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

Time: every Tuesday 11.00 am-12.30 pm

In partnership with the Need Project.

Fresh fruit and vegetables, bread when available and grocery basics available for anyone who needs a bit of support. To request a food parcel please contact the Children’s Centre for a referral.

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

Time: Tuesday 28 April 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 Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Time: second and fourth Monday of each month. 10.00 am -11.30 am

For childminders and children in their care from Sandy and surrounding villages. Drop in session including school holidays. For information and booking please use the link below

Email: Daisy Oatham

Venue: Market Square, Sandy

Time: Sunday 26 April 10.00 am-4.00 pm

Sandy Town Council Spring Market with lots of stalls.

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

Time: Saturday 25 April 9.30 pm

Back to the 50’s, high energy rock and roll party band

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

Time: Saturday 25 April

Bring on the party with Dance Floor Revival.

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

Time: Saturday 25 April and Saturday 16 May 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: £7.50-£13

For further information and to book use the link below:

Website: Bird Watching for Beginners at The Lodge

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

 Time: Friday 24 April 7.30 pm

A talk on ‘Last Great Naval Hero’ by David Smart

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

Time: Friday 24 April 7.30 pm

Aimi P returns, bring her upbeat energy and superb vocals, singing a variety of hits.

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

Time: Tuesday 21 April 10.00 am

 This month we welcome 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 you usual National Trust or ‘Yellow Book’ (National Garden Scheme) gardens!

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

Time: Sunday 19 April, time to be confirmed

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

Time: Saturday 18 April 9.30 pm

Buccaneer bring their World Tour of clubs and pubs with high energy classic rock and pop from the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and beyond – guaranteed to get you dancing.

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

Time: Saturday 18 April 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: £6.00-£7.00 (tickets do not include car parking)

The focus this month will be ‘Nests and Nesting Habitats’

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

Website: Nature Walks for Women

Venue: Sandy’s Past – another selection from our Archives, Sandy Town Council Offices, 10 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

 Time: Saturday 18 April 10.00 am-2.00 pm

Cost: members free, non-members £2.00

  Come along and enjoy a selection from our archives. 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 and exhibitions. For further information please contact Richard Barlow on 01767 226392.

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Friday 17 April 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.childrenscentre@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk

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

Time: Thursday 16 April 7.30 pm

Gather your friends and come and support the Sandy Music Festival 2026

Teams of up to 6 – £3 per person

Cash prize for first and second place

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

Time: monthly group meeting on Thursdays next meeting 16 April 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: £3.00 per session

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Thursday 16 April 9.00 am-5.00 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: Brew & Renew, 28A High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Tuesday 14 April 6.30 pm

This month’s book ‘A Thousand Splendid Suns’ by Khaled Hosseini

Book and Cake Club New!

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

 Time: monthly group meeting Tuesdays, next meeting 14 April, 2.00 pm-3.30 pm

Cost £1.00 per session

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

Time: Tuesday weekly, term time only, 9.30 am-11.00 am drop in session.

  A Stay and Play session for parents to be and parents/carers of children 0-12 months. Make friends and share tips. Self Weigh will be available.

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

Time: Sunday 12 April 10.00 am-12.00 pm

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 at The Lodge

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

Time: Saturday 11 April 9.30 pm

Covering your favourites, from rock, pop to blues and soul.

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

Time: Saturday 11 April 7.00 pm

Annual Race Night – limited number of tickets

 Tickets available from the bar. Just £17 including Fish and Chip Supper

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

Time: Saturday 11 April 7.00 pm- 12.00 am

DJ party – Greatest Party of the Year!

Great sound system, laser lights, smoke machine, free parking.

Phone: 07565 717392

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

Time: Saturday 11 April 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 from the website or by using the link below.

Website: Tickets for Men to Talk and Fish

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

Times: Saturdays during February and March 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until materials run out

14 March Lego and Mother’s Day Crafts

21 March Lego, Games and a Boat Craft

28 March Lego, Games and a Jelly Fish Craft

4 April Saturday Lego and Easter Basket Craft with Chocolate Eggs

11 April Saturday Lego and Peter Rabbit and Jemima Puddleduck. Dress Peter in his jacket and Jemima in her bonnet and shawl.

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

Time: Tuesday 31 March- Friday 10 April 9.00 am-4.00 pm or until resources run out

Tuesday 31 March Easter Mobile and Easter Egg Cup (Wooden) to design

Wednesday 1 April Easter Bookmarks and Masks

Thursday 2 April Easter Rabbit and Easter Basket

Tuesday 7 April Fuzzy Art Spring Flower Wreath and Racing Cars

Wednesday 8 April Wooden Bees and Dinosaur in an Egg

Thursday 9 April Princess and Dinosaur Masks

Friday 10 April Lego Figure Design and Dalmation Dogs

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

Time: Wednesday 8 April 10.00 am-11.30 am

Cost: £6-£9

Use the link to book

Website: Birdwatching for Young Beginners

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

Time: Wednesday 8 April 11.00 am-2.00 pm

Everything must go, also bric-a-brac and nearly new rail Everything £1.00 – come and grab a bargain

Venue: Sandy Football Club, Bedford Road Park, Sandy SG19 1EL

Two days of football fun!

 Time: Wednesday 8 April and Thursday 9 April 9.30 am-3.30 pm

Cost: £20.00 per day

GoalGetters in partnership with Sandy Football Club, age range 5-14. Email to book.

Email: GoalGettersBedfordshire@gmail.com

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

Time: Tuesday 7 April (first Tuesday of the month)

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

No appointment necessary. A member of staff will be available should you have any questions or concerns.

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

Time: Sunday 5 April 12.30 pm-4.00 pm

Roast Lamb, Chicken Supreme, Vegetarian Option available

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

Facebook: Sunday Roast

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

Time: Sunday 5 April 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: Events at the RSPB

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

Time: Sunday 5 April 10.00 am

Together at 10 Service on Easter Sunday as we celebrate Christ’s resurrection together as one congregation followed by an Easter Egg hunt in the churchyard.

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

Time: Saturday 4 April 9.30 pm

Venue: Function Hall, Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1El

Time: Saturday 4 April 7.30 pm

Cost: tickets £16.00

Amazing guitar phenomenons

Tickets from website – use the link below or through Noreen using the telephone link

Phone: 07791 315378

Website: Tickets

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

Time: Easter Saturday 4 April 10.00 am-11.30 am

 Free activities, games and crafts for children to enjoy with their family.

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

Time: Friday 3 April 8.00 pm

£2.50 per person maximum of 6 per team

Cash prizes!

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

Time: Good Friday 3 April 10.30 am

   The Churches Together Good Friday Walk of Witness starts at Sandy Methodist Church at 10.30 am. We then carry the cross through the town, stopping at different stations for songs, prayer and reflection, finishing at St Swithun’s for refreshments. Hot cross buns are handed out to passers-by on the way. All are welcome to join.

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

Time: from Friday 3 April to Sunday 31 May

Take the family out for an adventure and Egg‑splore the great outdoors with our new Wild Cards and uncover the hidden heroes of nature as you explore our nature reserves!

From Easter until the end of May, pick up a special pack of playing cards (£3 at the reserve) to take on your adventure and compare the strengths, superpowers and fun facts of some of spring’s most familiar species. Track down the boards, play together to decide which creature will reign as the ultimate spring champion!

Don’t forget to scan the codes and watch as amazing animals burst into life through augmented reality right before your eyes. Over the Easter holidays, your spring adventure ends with a delicious chocolatey treat! 

Website: Events at the RSPB

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

Time: Thursday 1 April 7.30 pm

A service of Holy Communion with foot washing as we focus on the Last Supper.

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

Time: Wednesday 1 April 7.30 pm-9.30 pm

‘Ladies of the Grand Tour’ with Jean Yates

Friendly group with varied programme.

Email: Sandy Night Owls WI

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

Time: Wednesday 1 April 10.00 am-11.30 am

  Easter fun session for children aged 3-12 years. Booking required. Donation of £1 per child to be made on the day to cover resources (cash only).

Email: Sandy Children's Centre

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

Time: first Saturday in the month, next meeting Saturday 4 April 10.00 am-12.00 pm

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

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

Time: first Thursday of the month, next meeting Thursday 2 April10.00 am-12.00 pm

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

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

Time: third Wednesday of the month, next meeting Wednesday 15 April

10.00 am-12.00 pm. A chance to enjoy a coffee and chat in the Church.

Cost: donation

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

Time: Tuesday 2.00 pm-4.00 pm

Everyone welcome

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

Time: Tuesday weekly, 11.00 am-12.30 pm – drop in session

 Breast Feeding social and support group for parents and parents to be. Self Weigh will also be available.

For further information use the link below

Email: sandy.childrenscentre@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk

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

Time: Monday 30 March 6.00 pm-8.30 pm

Cost: includes antipasti sharing buffet, soft drink and dessert. Choose between either terracotta pot painting £25 pp or metal watering can painting £35 pp.

 Alcoholic drinks will be available to buy. Booking required. Use the link below or call in the restaurant.

Phone: 01767 683259

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

Time: Sunday 29 March

Join us for a fun-filled night you won’t want to miss with new Jackpot Rollover

Cash only – money in, money out