1Wire Flower & Leaf Stems Workshop
Join guest tutor Laura Milne for a fun Wire Art workshop to make a beautiful display of Flower & Leaf Stems to display in a vase or bottle. See full event information below.
2.4 milesSun 26 Jul£65.00
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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Southrop
10 picks around Southrop, from 7 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.
25–26 July Near Southrop
Not every listing gets a golden ticket
We check the usual frankly silly number of local websites, then look for events that feel rainy-day friendly: cinemas, theatres, talks, workshops, galleries, concerts, cosy venues, and anything less likely to involve standing in a muddy field making brave weather noises.
Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Southrop, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.
Our 10 picks near Southrop
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2Dial M for Murder at Wyvern Theatre
Before it became the iconic Hitchcock film, Dial M for Murder was a theatrical smash hit, and now it returns thrillingly to the stage for 2026, brought to life by phil&ben Productions in association with Eastbourne Productions.
9.8 milesSat 25 Jul£26.50
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3Dial M For Murder
'One phone call. One perfect plan. One fatal mistake.’ Before the iconic Hitchcock film Dial M for Murder was a theatrical smash hit. Now brought thrillingly back to the stage for 2026 by phil&ben Productions in association with Eastbourne Productions. London. 1952. Former tennis professional Tony Wendice and his wealthy wife Margot appear to have it all. But everything is not as it seems. Tony believes he has orchestrated the perfect murder of Margot, but when the plan goes wrong it leads to a gripping web of lies, betrayal and lethal twists. Don't miss this masterclass in suspense that inspired the cinematic masterpiece. Dial M for Murder is a tour de force of psychological tension.
12.1 milesSat 25 Jul
4Dial M For Murder
'One phone call. One perfect plan. One fatal mistake.’ Before the iconic Hitchcock film Dial M for Murder was a theatrical smash hit. Now brought thrillingly back to the stage for 2026 by phil&ben Productions in association with Eastbourne Productions. London. 1952. Former tennis professional Tony Wendice and his wealthy wife Margot appear to have it all. But everything is not as it seems. Tony believes he has orchestrated the perfect murder of Margot, but when the plan goes wrong it leads to a gripping web of lies, betrayal and lethal twists. Don't miss this masterclass in suspense that inspired the cinematic masterpiece. Dial M for Murder is a tour de force of psychological tension.
12.6 milesSat 25 Jul
5Discover Pilot Training at Leading Edge Aviation
Open Days and Events Discover Pilot Training at Leading Edge Aviation Thinking about becoming a pilot? Curious about what’s involved in flight training? The best way to answer all your questions about a career in aviation is to visit us at an Open Day or speak to us at an aviation exhibition. Open Days at Leading Edge Aviation Our Oxford campus Open Days take place every other month and are the perfect opportunity for you to meet our staff, current students and graduates. Your visit will include: Keynote Presentation from a member of our Senior Leadership Team Academy and aircraft tour Accommodation tour Trial flight in both the DA42 and A320 simulators Instructor-led ground school Q&A Skills assessment session with top tips Graduate speaker presentation Upcoming Open Days Are you aged 16 or over and looking to start your journey to the flight deck? Register for an Open Day in a few simple steps! Choose a suitable date below. LEA Open Day 25 Jul 2026 Leading Edge Aviation Campus LEA Open Day 19 Sep 2026 Leading Edge Aviation Campus Aviation Exhibitions Attending aviation events and exhibitions such as Pilot Careers Live and World Pilot Expo is a great idea when you’re researching your future options and deciding which flight school is best for you. These exhibitions bring together leading ATOs (Approved Training Organisations) and airlines to answer your questions about becoming a commercial pilot.
18.5 milesSat 25 Jul
6Free! (worth double-checking)Art Buffet (Summer 2026)
Join our Art Buffet (Summer 2026) class at Cornerstone Arts Didcot! Monthly on Saturdays, 10.30am-12.30pm These 2 hour playful art sessions are aimed at adults who want to explore their creative side in a completely informal and pressure- free setting! Each session focuses on a particular process or material: 30 May: Monoprinting 27 Jun: Mini weavings 25 Jul: Unexpected paintbrushes Select what you’d like to use from the ‘art buffet’ and let’s create! This is art for art's sake; no predetermined outcomes, no expectations, and no judgement - just time for you to unwind and leave your to-do for expressing yourself, creative self-care, and giving yourself a break. Zero art skill or experience is needed
22 milesSat 25 Jul
7Free! (worth double-checking)Art Buffet (Summer 2026)
Join our Art Buffet (Summer 2026) class at Cornerstone Arts Didcot! Monthly on Saturdays, 10.30am-12.30pm These 2 hour playful art sessions are aimed at adults who want to explore their creative side in a completely informal and pressure- free setting! Each session focuses on a particular process or material: 30 May: Monoprinting 27 Jun: Mini weavings 25 Jul: Unexpected paintbrushes Select what you’d like to use from the ‘art buffet’ and let’s create! This is art for art's sake; no predetermined outcomes, no expectations, and no judgement - just time for you to unwind and leave your to-do list at home. Fantastic for expressing yourself, creative self-care, and giving yourself a break. Zero art skill or experience is needed
22 milesSat 25 Jul11:30
8Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show
Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, and brand new for 2026, Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show comes to our theatre bringing alive the illustrations and music that makes Tom Gates hugely popular around the world! With catchy tunes and hilarious performances, this fantastic new stage show brings the best of the Brilliant World of Tom Gates into one live show!
12.1 milesSun 26 Jul
9Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show
Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, and brand new for 2026, Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show comes to our theatre bringing alive the illustrations and music that makes Tom Gates hugely popular around the world! With catchy tunes and hilarious performances, this fantastic new stage show brings the best of the Brilliant World of Tom Gates into one live show!
12.6 milesSun 26 Jul
10Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show
Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, and brand new for 2026, Tom Gates EPIC Stage Show comes to our theatre bringing alive the illustrations and music that makes Tom Gates hugely popular around the world! With catchy tunes and hilarious performances, this fantastic new stage show brings the best of the Brilliant World of Tom Gates into one live show!
12.6 milesSun 26 Jul
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