We are holding 3 Messy Church Sessions with activities, food, games and fun for all the family.
Session 1: St Swithun’s Church Thursday 31 July 3.30 pm-5.15 pm
Session 2: Sandy Methodist Church Monday 4 August 3.30 pm-5.15 pm
Session 3: Beeston Methodist Church Monday 11 August 3.30 pm-5.15 pm
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: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH
Time: fortnightly Thursday book club 10.30 am-11.30 am
Forthcoming date: 31 July
Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE
Time: every Wednesday 7.00 pm-9.00 pm
Check out their menu on Facebook
Facebook: Tapas Menu
Venue: Sandy Village Hall, Medusa Way, Sandy SG19 1BN
Time: Tuesdays 7.00 pm-8.00 pm
Cost: entry £10.00
If you are someone who believes Art Therapy may be for you then come along to one of our sessions and meet people who are already using the power of art to make a difference.
Basic art supplies will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own.
Venue: 4 Seasons Fitness, 22 Gosforth Close, Sandy SG19 1RB
Time: Eight week course starting Monday 28 July (Mondays and Fridays)
Email : 4 Seasons Fitness
Phone: 07487 590839
Website: 4 Seasons Fitness
Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE
Time Sunday 27 July from 4.00 pm
We said we will have a free BBQ if the Lionesses get to the final. So, true to our word, it’s on. This Sunday from 4.00 pm
Venue: The Music Barn, Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG
Time: Sunday 27 July 3.00 pm
Dan Thomas
Venue: The Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Saturday 26 July 9.30 pm
Great 5 piece band Zero X will be belting out all the bangers and floor fillers from across the decades.
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 18 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Saturday 26 July 8.30 pm
An outstanding and upbeat vocalist singing songs of all eras.
Guests may be signed in for a fee of £5.00 on entertainment nights.
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Saturday 26 July 8.00 pm
Playing classic rhythm and blues
Venue; The Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG
Time: Saturday 26 July 7.30 pm
A 6 piece band playing modern/alt-county/Americana tunes with a few country classics sprinkled in. Plus Clayton’s Butchers BBQ!
Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE
Time: Saturday 26 July 3.00 pm
An outdoor event with Dr Ska and others
3.00 pm Dr Ska
5.00 pm-6.00 pm Black Rooster
6.30 pm-8.45 pm Bubounce
Come and have a beer and a boogie in our big beautiful garden. We also have disabled access so everyone can get involved.
Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH
Time: Friday 25 July 2.00 pm
A monthly social group for users of wheelchairs, mobility scooters, strollers, walkers and anyone who struggles with their mobility.
This month’s topics are the Aids, the Blue Badge Scheme and Council Tax Discounts.
Venue: Sandy Market Square
Time: Sunday 20 July 10.00 am
Over 20 stalls, with local entertainment.
Venue: Beeston Methodist Church, 4 The Baulk, Beeston Sandy SG19 1NR
Time: Saturday 19 July 10.30 am-3.30 pm
Tea, coffee and cake will be available. Also a raffle
Discover the story behind each of the floral displays
Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 1DL
Time: Friday 18 July 10.30 am-12.00 pm
Join us for a unique behind the scenes access, learning about the history of The Lodge Reserve as well as our heritage buildings. Hear about the Gatehouse, our Heathland restoration project, the War times and of course the main Lodge itself. As an exclusive treat, you will have the chance to step into the main House, where you will have the opportunity to peruse some of the historical documents, courtesy of our Library team.
The walk will start on the picnic lawn area by the Gatehouse and will end at The Lodge.
Cost: tickets £17.00-£21.00. Book via their website – see the link below
Website; History Walk at the RSPB
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy, SG19 1EL
Time: Friday 18 July 10.00 am-2.00 pm, last entry 1.30 pm
Come along to our free valuation day roadshow
Venue: RSPB, The Lodge, Potton Road, Sandy SG19 1DL
Time: Thursday 17 July 7.00 pm
Evening Walk. Meet in the main car park. Voluntary contribution £1.00 per adult.
For further details check out the website
Website: Bedford Local Group
Venue: The Bell, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW
Time: every Thursday 5.30 pm-7.30 pm – all ages welcome
For further details use the links below
Email: Crafty Minds Therapy
Phone: April
Venue: Sandy Secondary School, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BL
Time: Thursday 17 July from 2.30 pm
Celebration Festival featuring music, performances, food, games and displays of school history.
Venue: St Swithun’s Church, 30 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ
Time: Wednesday 16 July 7.30 pm
Donations on the door, profits to the Church
Refreshments served during the interval
Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW
Time: third Tuesday of the month, next session Tuesday 15 July eyes down 7.30 pm
Get down early to secure your table!
Bonus round at the end winner takes all!
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 15 July 10.00 am
Dave Sivers will be giving a talk entitled “Moonlighting – Things I got up to during a 40 year Career”. During his career in the Civil Service Dave gained a first class honours degree from the Open University and moonlighted as, among other things, a nightclub bouncer, a bookmaker’s clerk and a freelance writer. Since leaving the day job, he has become a successful writer.
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Sunday 13 July from 3.00 pm
BBQ and live music with Lucy Moyster 4.00 pm-6.00 pm
Venue: The Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Saturday 12 July 9.30 pm
A high energy 5 piece indie band rocking all your 90s and 00s favourites from Oasis, Blue, The Killers, Kasabian, Foo Fighters and more!
Venue: Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG
Time: Saturday 12 July from 7.30 pm
Prize for the best fancy dress
Free entry, retro food and drinks with DJ Christian Cowell
Venue: Laburnum Primary School, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ
Time: Saturday 12 July 12.00 pm-3.00 pm
Free entry, bouncy castle, licensed bar, traditional games, BBQ, raffle, stalls, special guests
Fun for all the family – please bring cash.
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Saturday 12 July 10.30 am-12.00 pm
Modern Line dance taster session (no hats or boots). All levels of dancers welcome. Cost of taster session £7.00 per person paid by credit or debit card on the door. Just come along and have some fun. For further information call Nigel on 07713 577413 (use the link below). Courses due to start subject to numbers September 2025
Phone: 07713 577413
Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH
Time: Saturday 12 July 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until crafts run out.
Craft activity for children
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Friday 11 July 7.00 pm
Cost: £5.00 per head consisting of 6 games of bingo
Optional final Cash Bingo game for adults – separate ticket will be sold.
All profits go to our chosen charities which this year are St John’s Hospice, Sandy Carnival and the Jan Osborne Memorial Fund
To book phone or email using the links below
Email: Family Bingo
Phone: Family Bingo
Venue: Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG
Time: Thursday 10 July – ticket only event
Cost: £35.00 per person
Taste ‘Whiskies from Around the World’
Cheese and Charcuterie Board included
Venue: St Swithun’s Church, 30 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ
Time: Wednesday 9 July 7.30 pm
Donations on the door, for St John’s Hospice, Moggerhanger and the Church.
Refreshments served.
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: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW
Time: every other Monday next meeting 7 July 7.00 pm-9.00 pm
Crochet, knit, stitch and chat away!
Nibbles provided and bar open till 10.00 pm.
All abilities are welcome.
Venue: Tequila Circus, The Magic of Mexico in a Circus, Sunderland Road Recreation Ground, Sandy SG19 1UA
Times: Wednesday 2 July 7.00 pm, Thursday 3 July 5.00 pm and 7.30 pm, Friday 4 July 5.00 pm and 7.30 pm, Saturday 5 July 2.00 pm and 5.00 pm, Sunday 6 July 2.00 pm.
All tickets £9.00 per person on Wednesday and Thursday.
Venue: Taj Mahal, 144 London Road, Sandy SG19 1DN
Time: Sunday 6 July 12.00 pm-8.00 pm
Dine in and Collection 50% off food only
Phone: 01767 449667
Venue: Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Saturday 5 July 9.30 pm
Back for a second round in 2025! The ultimate female vocal duo returns! Classic soul, Motown and the latest pop hits – the Soul Sisters are here to light up the stage again.
Venue: Rustle-Up Cafe, 5 Blaydon Road, Sandy SG19 1RZ
Time: Saturday 5 July 7.00 pm
DJ party – Greatest Party of the Year!
Great sound system, laser lights, smoke machine, free parking, advanced tickets includes a free drink with your ticket
Phone: 07565 717392
Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH
Time: Saturday 5 July 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until crafts run out.
Craft activity for children.
Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW
Time: Friday 4 July 8.30 pm
An Evening with Magenta Slipperz - Drag Artist and Musician
A night of drag, music and comedy.
Venue: Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 HQ
Time: first Tuesday of the month, drop in session, term time only, 1.30 pm-2.30 pm
Drop in session with Job Centre staff. Information on childcare funding, universal credit, benefits advice, getting back to work, training and much more.
Next session: 3 June
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: weekly event every Sunday 8.00 pm
Teams of up to 6 people, £2.00 per person to enter
Cash prizes awarded to 1st, 2nd and 3rd place
Members only
Venue: The Bell
Time: last Sunday of the month next session Sunday 29 June from 7.45 pm
Music – Poetry - Stand Up
Anyone who wants a platform to perform!
Support Local Talent
Open Mic with Michael Green
Venue: Sandy Sports Hall, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BL
Time: Sundays, 9.15 am-10.00 am
Age range: 18 months to 5 years.
Our programme is about fun and enjoyment and we welcome children of all ages and abilities. Register for a 3 week free trial. Use the link below to register.
Website: Registration
Venue: Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Saturday 28 June 9.30 pm
Get ready for a night of retro new wave hits from Blondie, The Cars, Adam and The Ants, Squeeze, Bowie and more. Grab your dancing shoes.
Venue: Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG
Time: Saturday 28 June 7.30 pm
Steve and Shaggy’s 2 year Anniversary Party with Dr Busker and Rob’s Hogs, Hog Roast
Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE
Time: Every Saturday 5.00 pm-9.00 pm
Delicious burgers and fries
Venue: The Queen’s Head, 2-4 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE
Time: Saturday 28 June 4.00 pm
Come and celebrate Robbie’s 50th birthday with ‘Drunk and Disorderly’ and the Oasis Tribute Band ‘Supersonics’. Food provided by Cawsburger and Tasty Bites!
Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH
Times: Saturdays during May and June 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until materials run out
10 May Super Hero Masks
17 May Hungry Caterpillar Craft
24 May Bookmarks/Stencils and Bee Crowns
31 May Sun Craft
7 June Hey Duggee
14 June Father’s Day Craft
21 June Sealife and Sharks
28 June Bunny v Monkey Craft
Venue: Jenkins Pavilion, Sunderland Road, Sandy, SG19 1BL
Times: every Friday, free trial session
U9 (school years 3-4) 6.00 pm-6.45 pm
U11 (school years 5-6) 6.00 pm-7.00 pm
U13 (school years 7-8) 7.00 pm-8.00 pm
For further information use the links below
Email: Sandy Cricket Club
Facebook: Sandy Cricket Club
Venue: Sandy Children’s Centre, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ
Time: Friday 27 June 9.30 am-12.30 pm
Drop in to talk to a Carers in Bedfordshire support worker
Website: Carers In Bedfordshire
Venue: Sandy Football Club, Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1QY
Time: Thursday 26 June and Thursday 3 July 7.00 pm-8.00 pm
Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW
Time: every Wednesday 8.00 pm
Cost: Entry £2.00 per person, teams up to 6
Hosted by Louise! First place wins a round of drinks and cash, Second prize a bottle of house wine. Bonus question to chase the ace. Prize pot rolls over if not won
Venue: Sandy Scout HQ, Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1QY
Time: every Wednesday 9.30 am starting June
More information in activities section with details on how to book.
Venue: Sandy Children's Centre
Time: Tuesday 24 June 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. Parents 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 1EJ
Time: every Tuesday until 5 August 1.00 pm-2.30 pm
A friendly space to interact with others, build self-confidence and self-esteem, and connect with your local community.
Venue: Sandy Village Hall, Medusa Way, Sandy SG19 1BN
Time: every Tuesday 11.00 am-1.00 pm
Come along to meet others, have a cuppa and chat, or to simply sit and read the paper in our warn and welcoming space.
Free refreshments and craft activities available as well as energy advice and access to information on local services and support. No need to book, just drop in
Organised by Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity with the support of Sandy Town Council and Bedfordshire and Luton Community Foundation’s Living Well Fund. For more information contact Julie Balaam on the link below.
Email: Sandy Welcome Space
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Sunday 22 June Just Us performing from 2.30 pm
Venue: Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy, SG19 1EL
Time: Saturday 21 June 9.30 pm
Alternative hits from 1979-1989, Indie, Synth-Pop, New Wave and Post Punk! Classics from The Smiths, Duran Duran, Blondie, U2 and more. Support these amazing musicians.
Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW
Time: Saturday 21 June from 8.00 pm
Karaoke with Dan the Man
Venue: Sandy Children's Centre
Time: Saturday 21 June 9.00 am-11.00 am
Booking required via email
Email: Sandy Children's Centre
A first aid course for new parents, covering CPR, choking, burns, scalds and childhood illness. £10.00 cash per adult non-refundable to be paid at time of booking to secure a place. Adults only please due to space restrictions.
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Friday 20 June 8.00 pm
Cost: non-members £5.00
Celebrate with ‘The Soul Man’ – new products and lower prices
Closed 17 and 18 June for the change over to Carlsberg Marston’s Brewery
Venue: The Bell, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW
Time: Friday 20 June from 6.00 pm
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 18 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Tuesday 17 June 10.00 am - tea and coffee available from 9.45 am
Len Little will be returning to continue his series of talks reflecting on his career as a police dog handler and trainer. This month he will be talking to us about the training and use of specialist search dogs or ‘sniffer’ dogs.
Venue: Bedford Road Recreation Ground
Time: Sunday 15 June 10.00 am
U7’s-U16’s
Venue: Rustle-Up Cafe, 5 Blaydon Road, Sandy SG19 1RZ
Time: Sunday 15 June 8.00 am-1.00 pm
Cost: adults £10.00, Kids (6-12) £7.00, under 5s free
Book by using the link below or just turn up.
Phone: 07565 717392
Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH
Time: Saturday 14 June 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until materials run out
Make a ‘Father’s Day Card’ – children’s craft activity
Venue: The Bell
Time: Friday 13 June 8.00 pm
You all know and love Jenny, her powerful vocals and incredible stage presence have your Friday night sorted.
Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW
Time: Friday 13 June at 6.00 pm Food Truck Friday with X Noodles & Dumpling Bar
Venue: Sandy Scout Hut Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1
Time: Saturday 13 June
Age 4-6.5 years, 5.00 pm-6.00 pm, tickets £3.00 or £4.00 on the door
Age 6.5-8 years, 6.00 pm-7.00 pm, tickets £3.00 or £4.00 on the door
Age 8.5-10.5 years, 7.00 pm-8.00 pm, tickets £2.00 or £3.00 on the door
Age 10.5-14 years, 8.00 pm-10.00 pm, tickets £2.00 or £3.00 on the door
Tickets may be obtained from the Scout Hut on a Wednesday evening after 6.00 pm or use the links below
Email: Sandy Scout Group
Phone: 07739 422009
EVENT POSTPONED
Venue: The Bell Public House, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW
Time: Thursday 12 June 7.30 pm – run time 3 hours
Cost: tickets £28.00 includes meal at half-time and a free drink
Interactive murder mystery at The Bell with RAW Theatre Productions. Solve the case enjoy a meal and uncover the killer before time runs out. Book your tickets using the link below
Website Murder at the Diner
Venue: Sandy Children's Centre
Time: Wednesday 11 June (three week course) 1.30 pm-2.30 pm
Booking required by email
Email: Sandy Children's Centre (Karen Burton)
A three week course for non-verbal children aged 18 months to 3 years delivered by Early Years SEND team and Children’s Centre staff. Contact Children’s Centre for additional details.
Venue: Allison House, Swan Lane, Sandy SG19 1NE
Time: Wednesday 11 June 11.00 am-1.00 pm
Drop in for a coffee and a chat.
Venue: Sandy Welcome Space at Sandy Village Hall, Medusa Way, SG19 1BN
Time: Tuesday 10 June 10.30 am-12.30 pm
Venue: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH
time: Thursday 12 June 10.00 am-12.00 pm
An opportunity to volunteer to provide support to a local resident to enable them to become more active and confident walking.
Venue: Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Saturday 7 June 9.30 pm
Local legends are back! With Mel on lead vocals and hits from The Killers, Oasis, Blink-182 and more.
Venue: Sandy Conservative Club, 19 Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL
Time: Saturday 7 June 7.00 pm
Venue: Sandy Children's Centre
Time: Friday 6 June 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: Sir William Peel, 39 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG
Time: Friday 5 June from 7.30 pm
Meet the Brewer – Nene Valley Brewery and Tap Takeover.