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Community

End of Term 6, School Closes at

The full scoop on End of Term 6, School Closes at lives over on Whitelands Academy's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Wed 22 JulWhitelands Academy(0.9mi)

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Community

End of Term 6, School Closes

End of Term 6, School Closes at Whitelands Academy. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Wed 22 Jul13:50Whitelands Academy(0.9mi)

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Community

Open Doors Cafe

Everyone is welcome to come along and enjoy a two course meal and good conversation. If you would like to leave a donation there is a box by the door. See https://bicesteropendoors.org.uk/ for more information.

Fri 24 Jul13:00Bicester Methodist Church(0.2mi)

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Community

Around £45

Gliding Evening

Time: Arrive between 5pm and 5:30pm Cost: £45 for first flight, £20 for a second (if time) Max weight: 101kg to 104kg

Fri 31 JulRAF Weston-on-the-Green(3.5mi)

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Comedy

Bicester

Lone Wolf Comedy Club feat. Andrew Bird Joe Wells Paul Tonkinson Show details: Joe Wells Joe made his name as a political comedian with critically acclaimed Fringe shows including ‘Night Of The Living Tories’, ’10 Things I Hate About UKIP’ and ‘I Hope I Die Before I Start Voting Conservative’, in recent years he has found online and live success with more personal material about mental health and being autistic. Joe is a favourite amongst other comedians and has supported Frankie Boyle, Alexei Sayle and Stephen K Amos. In 2020 Joe went viral with his stand up clip ‘Joe Wells on having a non-autistic brother’ which gained over 4.5 million views across Twitter, Facebook, Tiktok and YouTube. With more clips gaining views in the millions since Joe now has 160k social media followers across platforms. In 2023 Joe embarked on his first solo tour selling out venues of up to 300, this was followed by another successful solo tour in 2024. Joe’s podcast Neurodivergent Moments with Abigoliah Shamaun is available here. Joe regularly speaks about neurodiversity for corporate and charity clients. Paul Tonkinson A sensational live performer, Yorkshire man, marathon runner and former (double award-winning) Time Out Comedian of the Year, Paul Tonkinson has long upheld his esteemed reputation as one of the finest stand-ups the UK has to offer.

Fri 14 Aug20:00Littlebury Hotel(0.2mi)

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Community

Bicester Art Network - Artist Gathering - A Question of Art

Location: Tesco Community Room - VRRR+56 Bicester, UKDate: 19 August 2026 19:00 - 19 August 2026 21:00Got a question you need answered by a fellow artist? Well, A Question of Art might is your opportunity to ask it and get a varied selection of answers and a discussion around the topic.Simply write down your question and bring it to the meeting. We look forward to welcoming you to this event, you can click the 'Join' link for this event if you'd like to participate. We request that members and guests sign in on arrival at the store reception, thank you.

Wed 19 AugDragonfly Framing(0.5mi)

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Community

Bicester Art Network - Artist Gathering - A Question of Art

Wed 19 Aug20:00Dragonfly Framing(0.5mi)

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Likely freeFood & Drink

Lee Mill Big Food & Drink Show – Newton Abbott Racecourse

The Lee Mill Big Food & Drinks show returns for 2026 and we are taking you to a new bigger venue! Welcome to the Lee Mill Big Food & Drink Show! Get ready to indulge in a day full of delicious food and drinks. Join us on Thursday 3rd September 2026 at Newton Abbott Racecourse where we will be showcasing a variety of new products all in time for your Winter & Christmas menus. Come hungry and leave satisfied, don’t miss out on this tasty experience! Please register for a free ticket to the event below. You will then receive your ticket by email or, if you choose to download the free Eventbrite app, you can store them there ready for the day. You’re welcome to bring people with you but please ensure that they have registered for a ticket as well. Venue: Newton Abbot Races Ltd, Newton Road, Newton Abbot, TQ12 3AF Register to attend

Thu 3 SeptBidvest Food Services(1mi)

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Food & Drink

Lee Mill Big Food & Drink Show – Newton Abbott Racecourse

The Lee Mill Big Food & Drinks show returns for 2026 and we are taking you to a new bigger...\n

Thu 3 Sept10:00Bidvest Food Services(1mi)

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Festivals & Events

Marsh Gibbon Arts Festival

Location: St Mary's Church, Marsh Gibbon - St Mary's Church, Marsh Gibbon Date: 05 September 2026 10:00 - 06 September 2026 15:00

Sat 5 SeptDragonfly Framing(0.5mi)

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Festivals & Events

Marsh Gibbon Arts Festival

Location: St Mary's Church, Marsh Gibbon - St Mary's Church, Marsh Gibbon Date: 05 September 2026 10:00 - 06 September 2026 15:00

Sat 5 Sept11:00Dragonfly Framing(0.5mi)

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Festivals & Events

Marsh Gibbon Arts Festival

Location: St Mary's Church, Marsh Gibbon - St Mary's Church, Marsh Gibbon Date: 05 September 2026 10:00 - 06 September 2026 15:00

Sun 6 SeptDragonfly Framing(0.5mi)

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Comedy

Bicester

Lone Wolf Comedy Club feat. Hayley Ellis Harry Stachini TBC Show details: TBC Harry Stachini A masterful storyteller with one of the most amiable and easy-going stage presences on the comedy circuit today. Now a regular at the UK circuit’s top comedy clubs ‘The Comedy Store’ and festivals. Harry has continued to rise beyond the comedy ladder of the UK to become an international headliner performing at ‘The Laughter Factory’, Dubai’s major comedy club. On top of that, Harry has headlined shows in Australia at the renowned ‘Comedy Lounge’ in Perth and completed a three-month tour of Australia’s major comedy festivals, Adelaide, Melbourne and Brisbane. Performing as part of the highly prestigious and long-standing ‘Mary Tobin Presents – Best of The Edinburgh Festival’. His online videos have amassed hundreds of millions of views across his social media. His first podcast series, The Staff Room Podcast (where teachers share their anonymous stories from the classroom) was nominated for Best Comedy at The British Podcast Awards. Watch out for his latest podcast, All Made Up, which brings storytelling alive alongside guests such as Daniel Sloss, Jason Bryne and many more.

Fri 11 Sept20:00Littlebury Hotel(0.2mi)

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History & Heritage

Bicester Heritage / Formula Renault Experience

Event Navigation « Blyton Park / Formula Renault Experience Blyton Park / Formula Renault Experience »

Sun 13 SeptEveryman Driving Experiences - Bicester Heritage(0.8mi)

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Community

Bicester Art Network - Artist Gathering - Show and Tell

Location: Tesco Community Room - VRRR+56 Bicester, UKDate: 16 September 2026 19:00 - 16 September 2026 21:00The only things you'll need for this meeting is a an artwork of you choice and a bit of planning so you can tell us all about it. We look forward to welcoming you to this event, you can click the 'Join' link for this event if you'd like to participate. We request that members and guests sign in on arrival at the store reception, thank you.

Tue 15 SeptDragonfly Framing(0.5mi)

via Dragonfly Framing

Likely freeFood & Drink

Nottingham Big Food & Drink Show

The Nottingham Big Food & Drinks show returns for 2026! Find out how Bidfood can help your business, and build a partnership that delivers. Welcome to the Nottingham Big Food & Drink Show! Get ready to indulge in a day full of delicious food and drinks. Join us on Tuesday 15th September 2026 at The Goosedale Centre where we will be showcasing a variety of new products all in time for your Winter & Christmas menus and new to this year a designate Unity Beers Wines & Spirits Zone. Come hungry and leave satisfied, don’t miss out on this tasty experience! Please register for a free ticket to the event below. You will then receive your ticket by email or, if you choose to download the free Eventbrite app, you can store them there ready for the day. You’re welcome to bring people with you but please ensure that they have registered for a ticket as well. Venue: Goosedale, Goosedale Lane, Papplewick, NG6 8UJ Register to attend

Tue 15 SeptBidvest Food Services(1mi)

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Food & Drink

Nottingham Big Food & Drink Show

The Nottingham Big Food & Drinks show returns for 2026! Find out how Bidfood can help your business, and build...\n

Tue 15 Sept10:00Bidvest Food Services(1mi)

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Venues with events near Bicester

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Dragonfly Framing0.5 miles away Bidvest Food Services1.0 mile away Littlebury Hotel0.2 miles away

More about Bicester

Oxfordshire, England

Bicester is in Oxfordshire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as Bicester Methodist Church and The Angel, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Bicester events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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