Popscene at the Roundy

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.

The Medieval Vineyard with Sandy Historical Society

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

Halloween UV Scavenger Hunt with Sandy Scouts

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.

Pumpkin Carving and Pizza

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

Fabulous Fungi Walk for Families at the RSPB

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.

Run Talk with Biggleswade Athletics Club and The Queen's Head

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

Time: Wednesday 29 October 6.30 pm

60 minute Run Talk in support of ‘Lift the Curfew’ a campaign for safer running at night.

Start and finish at The Queen’s Head. Wear light and bright clothing!

Outdoor Fun for Children with SEND at Robert Peel Forest School

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

Time Tuesday 28 October 1.30 pm-3.00 pm

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: Karen Burton

October Half Term Football Camp by 4 Corner Coaching

Venue: Sandy Sports Centre (Astro) SG19 1BL

Time: Tuesday 28 October and Thursday 30 October 10.00 am-3.00 pm

Cost: £18.00 per person per session – age range 5-14

To book contact Natasha

Email: October Football Camp (Natasha)

Phone: 07957 980492

October Half Term Craft Activities at Sandy Library

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

Time: 28-31 October 9.00 am-4.00 pm or until materials run out.

Tuesday 28 October: Mythical Creatures and Scarecrows

Wednesday 29 October: Harvest Festival Wreaths and Gnomes

Thursday 30 October: Halloween Door Hangers, Witch on a Broomstick and The Mad Scientist plus sweets for trick or treat

Friday 31 October: Witches House and Frankenstein plus sweets for trick or treat.

Look out for Spooky Hunt around the Library and Black History Month

Sunday Breakfast at Pecoro

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

Dancefloor Divas at Sandy Conservative Club

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

Time: Saturday 25 October 8.30 pm until late

Guests may be signed in for a fee of £5.00

Sonic Boomers at the Music Barn William Peel

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

Time: Saturday 25 October from 7.30 pm

Fireworks & Laser Show at Sandy Secondary School

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

Time: Saturday 25 October 7.00 pm

Further details to come

Cup Cake Decorating Classes for Children

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

Time: Saturday 25 October

First Session: 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Second Session: 12.30 pm-2.30 pm

 Halloween themed Cup Cake decorating with Nat’s Cheesecakes & Bakes. For further details contact Nat’s Cheesecakes & Bakes via their Facebook Page.

Saturday Activities during October at Sandy Library

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

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

Saturday 11 October – Lego and Hedgehog Crafts

Saturday 18 October – Divali Crafts

Saturday 25 October – Halloween Wreath

DJ Jingles Karaoke at the Roundy

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

Time: Friday 24 October 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!

Leprosy Mission Quiz Evening

Venue: Sandy Scout HQ, Sunderland Road, Sandy SG19 1QY

Time: Friday 24 October 7.30 pm

Teams of up to 6 people. Refreshments on sale on the evening.

Book in advance in aid of the The Leprosy Mission

Phone: 01767 682032 (Colin Osborne)

Monthly Adult Acrylics Art Group at Sandy Library

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

Time: Friday 24 October (Sunset) 11.00 am-1.00 pm

Cost: £3.00 per session

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

Sandy Garden & Craft Show AGM

Venue: The Bowls Pavilion, Sandy Conservative Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Tuesday 21 October 7.30 pm

Annual General Meeting – support your local show! Volunteers always welcome!

RSVP: info@thesandyshow.uk

Assembly Bangers with William Peel and St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Sunday 19 October 3.00 pm-5.00 pm

Sing those assembly favourites!

International Gin & Tonic Day at the Queen's Head

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

Time: Sunday 19 October

Celebrate International Gin & Tonic Day at The Queen’s Head

Fungi Walk at RSPB Lodge

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

Time: Saturday 19 October 10.30 am-12.00 pm

Join the reserve team on National Fungus Day on a guided walk around The Lodge nature reserve and learn about the weird and wonderful lives of fungi.  

With more than 700 species recorded at The Lodge, we will look at ways to identify fungi and tips on how to photograph them but be aware that this is not a photography workshop.  

 This guided walk is designed for adults and teens with a general interest in fungi and does not focus on what is edible or poisonous for potential foragers. It is not a foraging walk, and fungi will not be collected for consumption.   

Meet by the picnic area outside the Shop.  

There will be a family-oriented walk, aimed at younger audiences and their guardians, on Thursday 30th October.

Big Phat Jukebox at The Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 18 October 9.30 pm

 Back for the second time in 2025, The Roundy presents Big Phat Jukebox. This epic 5 piece party band will be back this October covering 80’s pop, rock, ska and disco party it’s all in 2 huge sets of live music.

Sandy Carnival AGM

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

Time: Tuesday 14 October 7.45 pm

Do you have any ideas you wish to share? Want to help in the local community! If you are interested in joining our committee or even just provide help on the day then please feel free to pop along to our AGM to meet the team!

Sunday Breakfast Club at The Queens

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

Time: Sunday 12 October 10.00 am-12.30 pm

 Last breakfast in October. Sunday roasts starting in November

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

Facebook: Sunday Breakfast Club

Harvest Sunday at Sandy Baptist Church

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

Time: Sunday 12 October 10.30 am

Everyone welcome – refreshments before the service

Supports The Need Project with food donations

The Atomics at The Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 11 October 9.30 pm

 Back for their second 2025 performance. 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.

Karaoke Night at Sandy Conservative Club

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

Time: Saturday 11 October from 8.30 pm

A new Karaoke Night brought to you by Crazy

Halloween Art Jam at The Queen's Head

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

Time: Saturday 11 October

Mini Monster Messy Play (ages 3-5) 11.00 am-11.30 am £5.50 make a fun ghostly art piece

Spooky Crafters (ages 6-9) 12.00 pm-12.45 pm £8.00 paint a mini textured ghost canvas

Ghost Studio: Paint & Create (age 10+) 1.00 pm-2.30 pm £8.00

Choose your project: paint a ceramic ghost or make a spooky tape or do both from £15.00

Dark Fairy Wand Workshop (ages 6+) 3.00 pm-3.45 pm £8.00 design and decorate your very own wand creepy, sparkly or a mix of both

Message Sophie to book 07402 114414

Phone: 07402 114414

Laburnum Primary School - Reception Tours

Venue: Laburnum Primary School, Laburnum Road, Sandy SG19 1HQ

Time: Saturday 11 October 9.30 am-12.00 pm, Wednesday 15 October 9.15 am-10.15 am, Tuesday 21 October 2.00 pm-3.00 pm

Contact the school office to book a tour for children entering Reception in 2026 on 01767 680691 or use the link below.

Phone: 01767 680691

Baby Loss Awareness Week

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

Time: Thursday 9 October 7.45 pm-8.45 pm

 As part of the Wave of Light for Baby Loss Awareness Week the Church will be open to anyone who has been touched by the death of a child – through miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death or the death of an older child is welcome to come and light a candle in memory of the little one they have lost. Stay for 2 minutes, 20 minutes or the whole hour – it’s up to you.

Ribbon Display – Add a ribbon at any time

 Ribbons will be displayed on the railings of the Church as a sign of love and remembrance. The Church will be open 10.00 am-3.00 pm Monday to Friday, with ribbons available in the porch.

Sandy Secondary School Open Evening

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

Time: Thursday 9 October 4.00 pm

Free Play Session at St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Tuesday 7 October 3.30 pm-4.30 pm

Nature challenges for children

The Revivals at The Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 4 October 9.30 pm

By popular demand, they are back! From the Beatles to Blondie and Blur, with soul/Motown sprinkled in – it’s an unforgettable night of live music.

Woodland Friends Adventure Trail at the RSPB

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

 Time: Saturday 4 October 10.00 am-4.00 pm plus 27 other dates available. Check the website

Embrace the Magic of Autumn and enjoy a walk through the woods to the gardens, but who will you choose to help: badger, hedgehog or maybe both? Which way will you go and what might you see as you wander?

Pick up a mini-map book from the Welcome Hut or Shop and set off to follow the signs and choose which way to go. Don't forget to collect your certificate at the end.

Mini-map book - £2

Remember to dress for the weather.

Accessibility - Hedgehog's adventure trail is step free if entering the gardens by the wooden gate

Galaxy Netball Club at Sandy Sports Centre

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

Time: training every Tuesday evening

 We are looking to recruit experienced circle defence players for our Division 2 team. If you are looking to join a friendly and sociable club please get in touch.

Email: Galaxy Netball Club

Community Hangout at The Queens

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.

Fun Football Exercise Sessions for over 50s

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

Time: Monday’s 5.00 pm-6.00 pm on the astro pitch

Cost: £5.00 per session

 Fun filled exercise sessions using football techniques. Open to all fitness levels and abilities including those with Parkinson’s

For more information contact Phil using the links below

Email: Phil Mullen

Phone: 07948 407950

Macmillan Coffee Morning at Sandy Town Bowls Club

Venue: Sandy Town Bowls Club, Medusa Way, Off Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BN

Time: Friday 26 September 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Come along and do something amazing and support people living with cancer.

Sandy Heritage Days - Sandy History Quiz

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

Parent Puzzle

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: four week course starting Wednesday 24 September 6.00 pm-8.00 pm

  A four week course for parents/carers. Tips and strategies for parenting in a positive way, including giving praise, time to calm down, handling anger and stress. For parents/carers of children 2-5 years of age. Booking required. Book by email.

Email: Sandy Children's Centre (Cathy Brighton)

Time for Two's at Sandy Children's Centre

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

Time: Wednesday 24 September 10 am-11.30 am (four week course)

 Play, have fun and get ready for pre-school. For children starting pre-school/Nursery in January 2026 and 2 year old’s not in an Early Years setting.

Booking required with Lucy, use the link below

Email: Lucy Rice

New Slimming Group at Sandy Conservative Club

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

Time: starts Tuesday 23 September 7.00 pm

For further information contact Gary, Slimming World Consultant

Phone: 07795 285746

Sandy Fire Station Open Day

Venue: Sandy Community Fire Station, 7 Ivel Road, Sandy SG19 1AX

Time: Sunday 21 September 12.00 pm-4.00 pm

Free entry

Tours and demos, food and refreshments, meet the fire fighters, free safety advice

Solarzone at The Roundy

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.

Sandy Heritage Days St Swithun's Church

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

Sandy Heritage Days - Walk the Mosaic Heritage Trail

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

Harvest Festival at Sandy Methodist Church

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

The Vinyl Vulture at The Sir William Peel

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

Sandy Heritage Days - Design a Roman Mosaic Tile

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

Bike and Hike

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)

Skate Jam

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

Blitzed Kidz at The Roundy

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!

Soul Night at The Roundy

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

River Cruise with The Leprosy Mission

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.

Summer Crafts at The RSPB

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

Ward is Hydra at the Sir William Peel

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

Minature Mayhem Grand Opening

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

Kev from the Scallywags at the Sir William Peel

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.

August Craft Activities at Sandy Library

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

Country & Western Summer Open Day at Sandy Conservative Club

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.

DJ Connor Murphy at The Roundy

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.

Bottomless Brunch at the Four Horsemen

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

Family Fun at The RSPB Roundhouse

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

Annual Fun Day at Sandy Baptist Church

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.