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Nature, Natter and Nibbles, 3rd January 2025, 10:30 to 12:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (15 miles)
A peaceful stroll through the wonders of nature, with cake, hot drinks and good company.
Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre is set on a lovely, hidden nature reserve tucked away behind Didcot Power station. With meadows, ponds and woodland there is always something to see from spring snowdrops to autumn colour, wary foxes to dancing dragonflies - we even have our own new demonstration wildlife garden!
Join our learning volunteers for a peaceful, gentle stroll around the reserve, stopping to appreciate whatever takes your fancy. Visit the bird hide, peep into the ponds, look for sparking frost and crunch in the leaves. Hot drinks, cake and biscuits are provided, along with good company and conversation. The sessions are relaxed and informal with the option of a shorter route if you prefer. Come alone, come with a friend, bring your baby in a carrier - all welcome! Come and soak up the nature in friendly company!
The centre is accessible by car, bike and public transport (buses to Milton Park, and trains to Didcot Parkway with a regular bus link). You are welcome to bring your lunch to enjoy in the picnic area after the event.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Time
10:30am - 12:00pm
Price
£4.50 per head & booking fee
To book tickets, please head to our booking page:
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events/2025-01-03-nature-natter-and-nibbles-sutton-courtenay-friday-3-january
Nature Tots at Sutton Courtenay, 8th January 2025, 9:30 to 11:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (15 miles)
Join our friendly Nature Tots staff and volunteers to explore the nature reserve and enjoy wildlife themed activities suitable for children aged 18 months to 4 years. We have a different theme each month, eg mini-beasts, dinosaurs or weather, and every session includes wildlife exploration, sensory play, stories and crafts. We start with child-led play and then come together for a story (it's a good idea to bring a snack for your child to eat at this point, and we provided tea and coffee for grown ups) and usually some singing before we move on to a few extra activities, often including a craft. A lovely way to spend quality time in the great outdoors with your child.
Please note activities will take place outdoors - dress for the weather! In the event of extreme weather we may use the centre building.
You only need to book a place for your child, not for the accompanying adult. It's fine to bring baby siblings along, they do not need a ticket.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you or your child are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
Booking essential: https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events
Price
£7 per child & booking fee.
Nature Tots at Sutton Courtenay, 9th January 2025, 9:30 to 11:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (15 miles)
Join our friendly Nature Tots staff and volunteers to explore the nature reserve and enjoy wildlife themed activities suitable for children aged 18 months to 4 years. We have a different theme each month, eg mini-beasts, dinosaurs or weather, and every session includes wildlife exploration, sensory play, stories and crafts. We start with child-led play and then come together for a story (it's a good idea to bring a snack for your child to eat at this point, and we provided tea and coffee for grown ups) and usually some singing before we move on to a few extra activities, often including a craft. A lovely way to spend quality time in the great outdoors with your child.
Please note activities will take place outdoors - dress for the weather! In the event of extreme weather we may use the centre building.
You only need to book a place for your child, not for the accompanying adult. It's fine to bring baby siblings along, they do not need a ticket.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you or your child are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
Booking essential: https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events
Price
£7 per child & booking fee.
Nature Tots at Sutton Courtenay, 10th January 2025, 9:30 to 11:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (15 miles)
Join our friendly Nature Tots staff and volunteers to explore the nature reserve and enjoy wildlife themed activities suitable for children aged 18 months to 4 years. We have a different theme each month, eg mini-beasts, dinosaurs or weather, and every session includes wildlife exploration, sensory play, stories and crafts. We start with child-led play and then come together for a story (it's a good idea to bring a snack for your child to eat at this point, and we provided tea and coffee for grown ups) and usually some singing before we move on to a few extra activities, often including a craft. A lovely way to spend quality time in the great outdoors with your child.
Please note activities will take place outdoors - dress for the weather! In the event of extreme weather we may use the centre building.
You only need to book a place for your child, not for the accompanying adult. It's fine to bring baby siblings along, they do not need a ticket.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you or your child are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
Booking essential: https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events
Price
£7 per child & booking fee.
Nature Tots at Sutton Courtenay, 11th January 2025, 1:00 to 2:30 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (15 miles)
Join our friendly Nature Tots staff and volunteers to explore the nature reserve and enjoy wildlife themed activities suitable for children aged 18 months to 4 years. We have a different theme each month, eg mini-beasts, dinosaurs or weather, and every session includes wildlife exploration, sensory play, stories and crafts. We start with child-led play and then come together for a story (it's a good idea to bring a snack for your child to eat at this point, and we provided tea and coffee for grown ups) and usually some singing before we move on to a few extra activities, often including a craft. A lovely way to spend quality time in the great outdoors with your child.
Please note activities will take place outdoors - dress for the weather! In the event of extreme weather we may use the centre building.
You only need to book a place for your child, not for the accompanying adult. It's fine to bring baby siblings along, they do not need a ticket.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you or your child are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
Booking essential: https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events
Price
£7 per child & booking fee.
Nature Tots at Sutton Courtenay, 11th January 2025, 9:30 to 11:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (15 miles)
Join our friendly Nature Tots staff and volunteers to explore the nature reserve and enjoy wildlife themed activities suitable for children aged 18 months to 4 years. We have a different theme each month, eg mini-beasts, dinosaurs or weather, and every session includes wildlife exploration, sensory play, stories and crafts. We start with child-led play and then come together for a story (it's a good idea to bring a snack for your child to eat at this point, and we provided tea and coffee for grown ups) and usually some singing before we move on to a few extra activities, often including a craft. A lovely way to spend quality time in the great outdoors with your child.
Please note activities will take place outdoors - dress for the weather! In the event of extreme weather we may use the centre building.
You only need to book a place for your child, not for the accompanying adult. It's fine to bring baby siblings along, they do not need a ticket.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you or your child are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
Booking essential: https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events
Price
£7 per child & booking fee.
Teen Rangers - Sutton Courtenay, 11th January 2025, 10:00 to 12:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (15 miles)
A wildlife club for 11-17 year olds who have an interest in nature and conservation at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre.
Wildlife and seasonal themed activities for children to explore and engage in the great outdoors! Sessions last for 2 hours and are packed full of fun games and activities to teach you all about the fantastic natural world that surrounds you.
Over the course of a year, you can expect to:
- Learn about wildlife including insects, plants, birds and mammals
- Complete valuable conservation work and learn how to use tools safely
- Develop bush craft skills including fire lighting and campfire cooking
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT allow your child to attend if they are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
This club is for children only - no adults to accompany please. A consent form must be completed and returned for each child before the session - details will be sent after booking.
£7 per child + booking fee
To book, please head over to our events page at:
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events
Adult Sunrise Walk and Breakfast, 16th January 2025, 7:30 to 9:00 at Sutton Courtenay Environmental Education Centre (15 miles)
A tranquil morning stroll to start the day, followed by a pastry breakfast by the wood stove.
Start the day a bit differently! As the sun rises join us for an early morning meander - a fox stalking through the frosted leaves, spider webs jewelled with dew, a light mist rising over the meadow - there is always something to see. A member of our learning team will guide you around the varied habitats on our nature reserve, then we'll finish the walk with hot drinks and pastries to send you off to the rest of your day refreshed! (Please let us know if you have any allergies or dietary preferences in good time) Breakfast will either be in our big classroom by the woodstove, overlooking the meadow and pond.
We are committed to keeping our visitors, staff and volunteers safe. Please DO NOT attend if you or your child are unwell, or testing positive for an infectious illness, such as COVID-19. Your consideration is hugely appreciated.
Please note the centre is accessible by public transport with regular buses (including connection to Didcot Parkway railway station) serving Milton Park, a few minutes walk from the centre.
Please dress warmly and wear sturdy shoes.
You must inform us in good time if you have any dietary requirements or allergies so we can cater for you - please email sceec@bbowt.org.uk after booking.
Suitable for Adults
£10 per head + booking fee
Please book at:
https://www.bbowt.org.uk/events/2025-01-16-adult-sunrise-walk-and-breakfast-sutton-courtenay-thursday-16-january
Annie O's CMC meet at Thameside Primary School, Wolsey Road, Caversham, Reading (4.9 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 0118 948 2469
Bracknell Gymnastics Club meet at Bracknell Leisure Centre, Bagshot Road, Bracknell (9.8 miles)
Bracknell Gymnastics Club believes in sport for all and putting people first. Therefore, we provide gymnastics for males and females of all ages, regardless of their shape, size or experience. Our aim is to help as many people as possible to experience fun, improve self esteem and build good character through gymnastics
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01344 305479, email the club or visit thier website
H Bar C Country meet at Forest Suite, Bracknell Sport & Leisure Centre, Bagshot Road, Bracknell (9.8 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 0118 989 1354 or 07720 353879
Maidenhead CMC meet at St. Marks Hospital S.C, St Marks Road, Maidenhead (6 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Del Thomas on 07971 884981
Nettlebed CMC meet at Nettlebed Village Club, High Street, Nettlebed (4 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 0118 934 5960
New Tai-Chi Class meet at St Leonard's Church Hall, Pyrton Lane, Watlington (7.8 miles)
Tai-Chi is characterised by its slow, graceful, continuous movements that are gentle on the joints and muscles. No fitness or age requirements - just turn up!
Monday 18.30-20.00pm, Wednesday 20.00-21.30pm.
£10/class, discounts available.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Nick on 07505 033568, email Nick or visit thier website
Reading Junior Chamber meet at Renaissance Hotel, Oxford Road, Reading (5.6 miles)
We are an out-of-hours voluntary training and social organisation for people between the ages of 18 and 40. Meeting most Wednesday evenings, we run a number of training, social and business events within Reading. Highlights from last year included an extensive and varied training programme and a successful Easter Egg Appeal charity collection for local children.
In addition this, since we are affiliated with British Junior Chamber, we can take part in world-class national and international events.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
Rosemary Conley Diet & Fitness meet at Fir Tree Junior School, Radnor Road, Wallingford (9.6 miles)
Every Thursday
5.30 - 7 pm and 7 pm - 8.30 pm
Fir Tree Junior School, Wallingford
Come along to lose weight, burn calories and have fun
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Victoria on 01235 204016 or email Victoria
Rotaract Club of Wallingford meet at Castle Leisure Centre, St Georges Road, Wallingford (9.3 miles)
This is a Social and community action group, that covers Didcot as well as Wallingford and the surrounding area.
If you'd like more information, you can email the club or visit thier website
The Ducati Owners Club (Oxfordshire branch) meet at The Dog and Duck (3.4 miles)
The Ducati Owners Club meets every first saturday lunchtime in the month at the Dog & Duck in Highmoor just south of Nettlebed. All fans of this famous Italian Motorcycle are welcome, and its a really nice ride from Didcot too.
If you'd like more information, you can email Didcot based member Keith
Theale CMC meet at Theale Village Hall, Englefield Road, Theale, Reading (8.8 miles)
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Bryan on 0118 930 2514
Tilehurst Gymnastics Club meet at Denefield School, Long Lane, Tilehurst, Reading (6.9 miles)
We are based at Denefield School and run classes for boys and girls from pre school age upwards. We are affiliated to the Southern Region Gymnastics Association and British Gymnastics and have been awarded the Sport England GymMark which shows that we are a safe, well run club.
All of our gymnasts are members of British Gymnastics and we offer many disciplines as a club, pre-school, general, trampoline, streetcheer, cheerleading and freestyle.
Please contact us for more information.
If you'd like more information, you can visit thier website
Wagon Wheel CMC
Come along and enjoy the best Country music bands and music.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 0118 375 0946
Wallingford Handbell Ringers meet at Bullcroft, St Georges Road, Wallingford (9.3 miles)
We meet every Tuesday night for the enjoyment of handbell ringing, 19:30 - 21:30 at the Bullcroft Wallingford. We welcome any newcomers who are able to read music (even only a little).
If you'd like more information, you can telephone Alan on 07527 575861, email Alan or visit thier website
Wallingford Photographic Club meet at Portcullis Club, Goldsmiths Lane, Wallingford (9.2 miles)
Meets weekly (Thursdays) through autumn and winter. A sociable group of around 30 men and women who enjoy photography- Caters for all levels of ability.
If you'd like more information, you can telephone on 01865 407272 or 01491 835632, email the club or visit thier website