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

Time: Saturday 22 November 9.30 pm

2 familiar faces, 2 epic musicians, 1 huge night. The boys in vests return for 2025 with an acoustic set of all-genre favourites!

Venue: Brew and Renew, 28A High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Saturday 22 November 2.00 pm

Cost: £7.50 standard entry, £10.00 including drink and nibbles

Enjoy a gorgeous pop-up spa experience hosted by Brew and Renew with Cate Lawson

You’ll be treated to: a blissful pamper session, a chance to try beautiful products, skincare tips, as well as Christmas shopping.

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

Time: third Thursday in the month, next session 20 November 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: Sandy Library, 24 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1EH

Time: Thursday 20 November 10.00 am-12.00 pm

Cost: £3.00 per session

 Future date: Thursday 11 December.

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 18 November 10.00 am

We will be joined by Bill Davies who will be giving us a light hearted review of life “on the footplate” from being a Fireman during what remained of the steam era, to qualifying as a driver in 1973 and eventually operating out of Bedford until his retirement in 2007.

Venue: Maple Tree Primary School, Hawk Drive, Sandy SG19 2WA

Time: Monday 17 November 6.00 pm-8.30 pm

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

Time: Saturday 15 November, doors open 8.00 pm, band 9.30 pm

Non-members £5.00, members please reserve your space behind the bar

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

Time: Friday 14 November 10.00 am-3.00 pm

We buy Vintage! Jewellery & Antiques Roadshow

No need to book just turn up and bring your items with you!

Venue: Beeston Methodist Church Hall, Beeston

Time: Tuesday 11 November 7.30 pm

Entry is free

Please bring your friends, relations and neighbours our quiz nights are good fun.

Access is through the Limes Estate from the A1 Southbound carriageway – parking is behind the hall.

Venue: Brew and Renew, 28A High Street, Sandy SG19 1AQ

Time: Tuesday 11 November 3.30 pm

Cost: £6.95 per child includes mini canvas and easel, drink and snack.

Please book

Remembrance Sunday Parade and Service Timetable Sunday 9 November

10:30 am - Parade muster at Swan Lane

10:45 am - Parade marches to Bedford Road War Memorial

11:00 am - Act of Remembrance and wreath laying at War Memorial

11:15 am - Parade proceeds along Bedford Road. Dignitaries will take the salute at Fayne’s Corner, then continue on to the High Street.

11:20 am - Parade proceeds to St Swithun’s Church, via the High Street

11:45 am - Parade moves into St Swithun’s Church for the Service of Remembrance, which will begin after everyone has arrived

Dismissal at the churchyard at the end of the service

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

Time: Sunday 9 November 9.30 am-4.00 pm

Cost: Tickets £5.00, U16 and carers free entry

For all card collectors!

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Friday 7 November 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: China Express, 16 Market Square, Sandy SG19 1HU

Time: Wednesday 5 November and Thursday 6 November

To book contact Colin Osborne, 2 Leeds Smith Drive or phone using the link below

Phone: 01767 682032

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

Time: Wednesday 5 November 5.30 pm-9.30 pm

Book at table at the bar or message.

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

Times:

Ages 10+ first and third Wednesday of the month 4.30 pm-5.30 pm

Ages: 5-9 second and fourth Wednesday of the month 4.30 pm-5.30 pm

Each session packed with fun projects, quality materials and guidance from working artist Sophie.

First session £5.00, then £8.00 per session

To book message Sophie on 07402114414 or use the link below.

Phone: 07402 114414

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.

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

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.

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

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.

Venue: The Queen's Head

Time: every Wednesday

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

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!

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

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

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

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: Roundabout Club, Bedford Road, Sandy SG19 1EL

Time: Saturday 25 October 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: 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

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

Time: Saturday 25 October from 7.30 pm

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

Time: Saturday 25 October 7.00 pm

Further details to come

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.

Venue: Exhibition of Bygone Sandy, Sandy Town Council Offices, 10 Cambridge Road, Sandy SG19 1JE

 Time: Saturday 25 October 10.00 am-2.00 pm

Cost: members free, non-members £3.00

  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 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

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!

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)

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)

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

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

Time: Sunday 19 October 3.00 pm-5.00 pm

Sing those assembly favourites!

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

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.

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.

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!

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

Time: Thursday 9 October 4.00 pm

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

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

Time: Sunday 5 October 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 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.

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

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

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: 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

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 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.

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 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)

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