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Top Picks
Rainy Day Picks This Weekend
11–12 July Near Woodford Halse
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 11 July to Sunday 12 July.
Picked for Woodford Halse, 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 Woodford Halse
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2LIVE MUSIC
Acoustic duo "Pendleton | Ray" are Simon Ray on vocals and acoustic guitar , and Marcus Pendleton on keys.
7.2 milesSat 11 Jul
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4BMC & Leyland Show
Discover legends of the historic British motor industry with hundreds of display vehicles from BMC, British Leyland and Rover Group at the British Motor Museum! Welcome to the BMC & Leyland Show; an unmissable event for all fans of classic British marques. We have a huge variety of vehicles on display covering everything from Morris Mini Minors to Rover 800s. Dive right into the show to check out your favourite makes and models, and meet like-minded petrolheads. Here, you can examine every panel and bolt on a Triumph TR7 or announce that you’re a big fan of Austin Allegro safe in the knowledge that there will be no judgement. This year also sees the 50th Anniversary of the Rover SD1 being introduced! After the success of last year's display celebrating 70 years since the Abingdon Works were set up, there will be another by the Abingdon Works Motorsport Celebration which, whilst not on the same scale, will embrace a range of cars that competed in rallies and events over three decades. On top of all that this event has to offer, entry to the Museum is also included in your show ticket, giving you access to our collection of over 400 classic British cars, and our brand-new feature exhibitions, Forza Horizon 6: The Experience and Spoiler Alert: The Hot Hatch Story. Join the huge number of classic British vehicles for just £13! This includes an entry pass to display your vehicle and gives admission for the driver and a passenger to the show, Museum and Collections Centre.
11.9 milesSun 12 Jul£13
5Messy Breakfast @ The Pit Stop
Once every month there is a Messy Breakfast on a Saturday morning. Messy Breakfast involves sharing breakfast together, sharing in a craft or activity to help people of all ages explore a Bible story or theme, and drawing our thoughts together with a short reflection and prayer. Come and meet other people in this growing and vibrant community. There's something for people of all ages, and it's a great opportunity for families to take part together. Check our website for the date of the next Messy Breakfast.
23.4 milesSat 11 Jul10:30
6Term Dates 2026
at Vinnies Dance & Theatre School
January 10th, 17th, 24th 31st February 7th February 28th March 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th April 18th, 25th May 2nd, 9th, 16th June 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th July 4th Show weekend: Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th July Term Dates 2026 For the Summer Show students must be available on 4th, 11th & 12th July
13.2 milesSun 12 Jul
7Eddie Martin Blues Trio
at Jazz at the Tavern - formerly Taphouse
Widely known as "The Ambassador of British Blues," Eddie Martin is a multi-award-winning musician and a resident legend at The Old Duke. With over 17 acclaimed albums, Eddie is a master of the rack-harmonica and slide guitar, delivering a powerhouse performance that has earned him BBC Radio 2 sessions and the title of Best Solo Artist at the European Blues Awards.
18.7 milesSun 12 Jul
8Pokémon Pitch Black Build & Battle Prerelease WEEK 2
https://licklist.s3-eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/images/original/000/000/083/125/219-SJRggF1qCt0ASavv.jpgPokémon Pitch Black Build & Battle Prerelease WEEK 2 Saturday 11 July 202610:30am Registration11am startTHIS IS A TICKET TO PLAY THE EVENT, NOT TO PURCHASE PRODUCTEach player will receive a kit which includes 4 boosters and a structure deck to edit for play.Casual tournament. 3 rounds, best of 3, additional boosters awarded for completing all
23.8 milesSat 11 Jul
9Star Wars Unlimited: Ashes Of The Empire Prerelease
https://licklist.s3-eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/images/original/000/000/083/125/235-uJeAtzllIyku0eZq.jpegStar Wars Unlimited: Ashes Of The Empire Prerelease Saturday 11 July 202611am Registration11:30am Start1 deck building round3 rounds of swiss pairingsPack per round win or a pack for no wins£30 a headKickstart your Ashes of the Empire collection with a Prerelease Box! Inside, you’ll find 6 booster packs and enough materials for you launch into the game’s eighth
23.8 milesSat 11 Jul£30
10Pokémon Pitch Black Build & Battle Prerelease WEEK 2
https://licklist.s3-eu-west-2.amazonaws.com/images/original/000/000/083/125/219-SJRggF1qCt0ASavv.jpgPokémon Pitch Black Build & Battle Prerelease WEEK 2 Saturday 11 July 202610:30am Registration11am startTHIS IS A TICKET TO PLAY THE EVENT, NOT TO PURCHASE PRODUCTEach player will receive a kit which includes 4 boosters and a structure deck to edit for play.Casual tournament. 3 rounds, best of 3, additional boosters awarded for completing all
23.8 milesSat 11 Jul11:30
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