The Pride at The Roundy

The Christmas season is hard for those whose hearts are hurting. You are not alone. “Blue” Christmas is a quiet, gentle, contemplative service for those who are looking for something more peaceful or who are carrying pain or loss or anxiety.

Quit Smoking Opportunity at Sandy Health Centre

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

Births, Bumps and Baby Stuff

Venue: Sandy Children's Centre

Time: Thursday 18 December 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

Coffee Morning for Pensioners at the Four Horsemen

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

Time: every Thursday morning

Drop in for a coffee and a chat!

Christmas Concert with St Swithun's Singers

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

Time: Wednesday 17 December 7.30 pm

Share an evening of festive music with the St Swithun’s Singers

Biker Nights are Back at Amici

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!

Death Cafe at Brew and Renew

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

Time: Sunday 14 December 11.00 am-1.00 pm

Holding space for grief and connection

A gentle gathering for those who are grieving or wish to explore the topic of death and loss.

Tea, warmth and understanding will be provided.

Cosy Crafts at the Lodge (RSPB)

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

Time: Sunday 7 December and Sunday 14 December 10.30 am-2.00 pm

Join us by the cosy fire to make seasonal decorations. All ages welcome. £1.00 per child – suggested donation.

Rock Party at The Roundy

Venue: Roundabout Club

Time: Saturday 13 December from 9.30 pm

A familiar face to the club Matt Fox-Teece presents his awesome rock/indie band.

Christmas Karaoke at The Queen's Head

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

Time: Saturday 13 December 8.00 pm till late

Race Night at Sandy Conservative Club

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

Time: Saturday 13 December 7.30 pm

Cost £5.00 per person - tickets may be purchased from the bar

Food van with burgers, hot dogs and more

In support of Keely and Shannon running in the 2026 London Marathon to raise funds for Pancreatic Cancer UK and Caudwell Children

Christmas Party at the Sir William Peel

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

Time: Saturday 13 December

Live performances from Brook William Charles and Dan Thomas

Christmas Jumpers optional

Bring your dog to meet Santa Paws at Walkin' at Deepdale

Venue: Walkin’ at Deepdale, Potton, Sandy SG19 2NH

Time: Saturday 13 December 10.00 am-12.00 pm and Sunday 14 December 12.00 pm-2.00 pm

Cost: £10.00 per dog - what’s included:

10 minute slot for your dog to meet Santa and take a photo

Your dog will pick their favourite toy

A personalised Rudis Christmas treat

A festive puppucino

Booking required use the link below.

Phone: 01767 261200

Karaoke at the Roundy

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

Time: Friday 12 December 9.30 pm

Grab the mic and hit the stage.

Christmas Bingo with Sandy Guild

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

Time: Friday 12 December doors open 7.00 pm event starts 7.30 pm

Price £5.00 per head includes 6 games

Fun for all the family with prizes for first adult and first child for line and house.

Optional final CASH BINGO for the Adults – separate ticket will be sold

Booking essential: sandyguild2019@gmail.com or call 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.

Phone: 07500 907715

Christmas Jumper Day at The Queen's Head

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

Time: Thursday 11 December

A time to being out your Christmas Jumper!

Singthusiasm Concert at St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Wednesday 10 December 7.30 pm

Enjoy a programme of Christmas carols and songs.

Sandy Secondary School Senior Citizen's Christmas Party

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

Time: Tuesday 9 December 2.00 pm-4.00 pm

Contact the School on 01767 680598 or call in at reception to book a space by 3 December.

Phone: 01767 680598

Mayor's Christmas Carol Service

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

Time: Sunday 7 December 5.00 pm

Celebrate Christmas with our Town Mayor Cllr Joanna Hewitt

Christmas Roast at The Queen's Head

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

Time: Sunday 7 December 12.30 pm-4.00 pm

Roast Turkey £16.00, Gammon £15.00 and Combo £16.00

Children’s portions and vegetarian options available

Please book via Facebook or at the bar.

Journey to the Manger at Sandy Methodist Church

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

Time: Saturday 6 December 10.00 am-3.00 pm and Sunday 7 December 10.30 am-3.00 pm

Make a nativity scene, craft activities, photo booth and refreshments.

Back to the 50s Band at The Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 6 December 9.30 pm

Back to the 50s Band

Rory Live at The Bell

Venue: The Bell, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Saturday 6 December 8.00 pm

Rory performs rock’n’roll and blues from the 50’s to today.

Cantamus Choir Concert at St Swithun's Church

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

Time: Saturday 6 December 7.30 pm

Cost: suggested donation of £10.00 includes refreshments at interval.

A Bedford based chamber choir singing in 4 to 8 part harmony.

This year’s Christmas programme includes music from Poulenc, Howells, Rutter and local composer Paul Edwards along with some popular carols.

Christmas Fayre at Quince Court

Venue: Quince Court, Engayne Avenue, Sandy SG19 1BW

Time: Saturday 6 December 2.00 pm-5.00 pm

Lots of lovely Christmas Stalls!

Sandy Flower Club Christmas Demonstration - 'Countdown to Christmas'

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

Time: Saturday 6 December doors open 2.00 pm, demonstration starts 2.30 pm

Tickets £17.00 for members, visitors £20.00 refreshments included, raffle

Demonstrator Wendy Goodliff

Please phone 01767 226275 for further details and to book. Use the link below.

Phone: 01767 226275

December Children's Activities Sandy Library

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

Time: 9.00 am-2.00 pm or until resources run out

Saturday 6 December Christmas Colour in Paddle Boards

Saturday 13 December Christmas Colour in Place Mats

Saturday 20 December Lego and a variety of Christmas crafts

Fishing for Robots at The Roundy

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

Time: Friday 5 December 9.30 pm

Hits from Depeche Mode, Bowie, Duran Duran, etc.

Christmas Cocktails at Walkin' at Deepdale

Venue: Walkin’ at Deepdale, Potton, Sandy SG19 2NH

Time: Friday 5 December, Saturday 6 December, Friday 12 December and Saturday 13 December from 5.30 pm

Cost: sharing festive grazeboard and a cocktail each for 2 people £35.00, bookings only use the link below

Phone: 01767 261200

Woodgreen Christmas Coffee Morning

Venue: Woodgreen Charity Shop, 1 Shannon Court, 9 High Street, Sandy SG19 1AG

Time: Friday 5 December 10.00 am-1.00 pm

Join us for a festive morning with hot drinks, live music, cakes and a Christmas raffle.

Sandy Village Hall AGM

Venue: Sandy Village Hall, Medusa Way, Sandy SG19 1BN

Time: Thursday 4 December 8.00 pm

Election of Trustees and Community Representative.

Knit and Natter at Shires Funeral Directors

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

Time: Thursday 4 December 2.00 pm, meets fortnightly!

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

Messy Art Play at Sandy Baptist Church

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

Time: Every Thursday 10.00 am-10.30 am

Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers

Intro offer first session Just £1.00 then £3.50 per session or block of 10 sessions for £32.00, sibling discount £2.50 per additional child. To book message Sophie on 07402114414

Phone: 07402 114414

Sandy Christmas Lights Switch On

Venue: Sandy Market Square

Time: Sunday 30 November 12.00 pm-5.00 pm

Christmas Market and Fun Fair

Santa’s Grotto, Refreshments, Live Entertainment

School Performances and Carnival Stars

Christmas Raffle

Lights Switch on at 4.30 pm

Christmas Lights and Children's Crafts at Sandy Library

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

Time: Sunday 30 November 12.00 pm-5.00 pm

There will be Children’s Christmas Crafts to make, plus crochet plushies to buy, decoupage jars with sweets, candles, bookmarks, winter hats and balloon animals. Come along and support your library. Please bring CASH as we will have no card payment on the day.

Uche Eke at the Roundy

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

Time: Saturday 29 November 9.30 pm

The finest soul singer around, covering soul classics all night.

Opening Party at The Bell

Venue: The Bell, 1 Station Road, Sandy SG19 1AW

Time: Saturday 29 November 8.00 pm

Opening party with music from Sam Neighbour starting at 8.00 pm

Illuminate Biofluorescence in Nature

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

Time: Saturday 29 November 4.00 pm-5.30 pm

Ever wanted to see nature glow in the dark? Come and join us at The Lodge and be part of a magical experience as we look for light in the darkness.

For further information see the website

Website: RSPB Sandy

Christmas Fayre at Allison House

Venue: Allison House Residential Home, Swan Lane, Sandy SG19 1NE

Time: Saturday 29 November 2.00 pm

Support your local residential home! Raffle, tombola, cake stall, children’s stall, Father Christmas and much more.

Christmas Wreath Workshop

Venue: Moggerhanger Village Hall

Time: Saturday 29 November 2.00 pm

Cost: £45 full payment required when booking, includes all materials with refreshments served. Please bring your own scissors or secateurs

To book please call Jo on 01767 769458 or by using the link below

Phone: 01767 769458

Christmas Tree Festival at St Swithun's Church

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

Times: Saturday 29 November and Sunday 30 November 12.00 pm-7.00 pm and

Monday 1 December, and Tuesday 2 December 3.00 pm-7.00 pm

Festive Music and Refreshments

St Swithun's Christmas Bazaar

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

Time: Saturday 29 November 12.00 pm-3.00 pm

Santa’s grotto, and stalls in the Church and Church rooms. Tombola and more. The day will close with carols around the piano at 6.00 pm.

Festive fun for everyone

St Swithun's Giving Tree at the Tree Festival

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

Time: from 29 November-2 December

Donations for Need Project. The Mother’s Union would like you to please bring your donations to the Tree Festival. Find the Giving Tree and leave your donation in the boxes provided. Suitable donations include tubs of chocolates, large bars of chocolate, small colouring books, small note books, puzzle books, pencils.

Craft Fair at Sandy Conservative Club

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

Time: Saturday 29 November 10.30 am-3.30 pm

Free entry including crafts, jewellery, clothing, art, plush items, sweet treats etc

Saturday Activities during November at Sandy Library

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

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

Saturday 1 November – Lego and Snap Circuits

Saturday 8 November - Lego and Ocean Masks

Saturday 15 November – Lego

Saturday 22 November – Christmas Wreath

Saturday 29 November – Christmas Card Making

1st Sandy Scout Group Disco

Venue: 1st Sandy Scout Group Headquarters, Sunderland Road, Sandy

Time: Friday 28 November 7.30 pm 9.30 pm – age range 11-16 years

Cost: tickets £3.00 pay on the door

Tuck shop available.

Festive Wreath Making at Walkin' at Deepdale

Venue: Walkin’ at Deepdale, Potton, Sandy SG19 2NH

Time: Friday 28 November and Thursday 4 December 6.45 pm for 7.00 pm start

Join us for a festive evening hosted by Sarah at Designed with a Difference

Cost: £55.00 per person everything required for creating your wreath plus a glass of Proseco and a festive treat. Booking required, use the link below.

Phone: 01767 261200

Sandy Rollers

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

Time: Friday 28 November 2.00 pm

A monthly social group for users of wheelchairs, mobility scooters, strollers, walkers and anyone who struggles with their mobility.

Help with obtaining Aids, the Blue Badge Scheme, Council Tax Discounts and Power of Attorney.

Bedfordshire Day

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

Time: Friday 28 November 9.00 am

Flag raising at St Swithun’s Church

Celebrate Bedfordshire Day, the birthday of John Bunyan and all that is great about Bedfordshire!

Sixty Year Anniversary at Sandy Library

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

Time: Wednesday 26 November from 11.00 am

Sandy Library is 60 years old. On Wednesday from 11.00 am we will be putting on sandwiches, cream teas, cakes and refreshments. We would love you all to come along and celebrate our anniversary with us.

Over 65's Functional Fitness Course at 4 Seasons Gym

Venue: 4 Seasons Fitness, 22 Gosforth Close, Sandy SG19 1RB

Time: Eight week course starting Monday 24 November Mondays and Fridays 11.00 am-12.00 pm

Limited places

Email : 4 Seasons Fitness

Phone: 07936 813120

Website: 4 Seasons Fitness

Brewing Day with Sir William Peel

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

Time: Monday 24 November

A trip to Nethergate Brewery to brew “The Peel Brewers” newest concoction. Followed by a visit to several hostelry around Bury St Edmunds. Limited spaces.