What&#x27;s on in Goring

Sat 25 Jul13:00Basildon Park(1.8mi)

Summer of Play at Basildon Park 24 July to 31 August

Jump into a jam-packed Summer of Play at Basildon Park! Be the first to experience the Walled Garden play hub, opening for the first time in Summer 2026. Basildon's famous ball-runs are making a grand return, with 8 brand-new ball runs to try, alongside a construction zone to let you creativity run wild. Head into the pleasure grounds to find the fashion hub, filled with games and activities to channel your inner fashion designer. Strut your stuff on the runway, play classic games with a twist and create your own outfits. With all this on offer everyday throughout the Summer, and special late openings of Fridays and Saturdays, there are so many reasons to keep coming back. Standard admission to the property applies.

Sat 25 Jul20:45Vortex(3.3mi)

Live Music

Myele Manzana

Doors 7:45 PM, Music 8:30 PM - 2 sets of music Line-up: Myele Manzanza - Drums Faye Thompson - Alto saxophone Gloria Yehilevsky - Vibraphone Kirke Gross - cello Rio Kai - Double bass About Myele Manzanza brings a new ensemble to the legendary Vortex Jazz Club for an evening of adventurous contemporary music, featuring premieres of new works and exploratory improvisation at the edges of jazz and modern composition. With a striking lineup of alto saxophone, vibraphone, cello, double bass and drums, the group moves between intricate textures, rhythmic intensity and open sonic landscapes. Expect bold interplay, fresh compositions and a set of deeply collaborative music from one of the most forward-thinking voices in the London jazz scene https://myelemanzanza.bandcamp.com/

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Wellness & Wellbeing

Around £240.00

Reiki Master Practitioner

The Reiki Master/Practitioner course is the most advanced practitioner level in Reiki, and is an optional step on the journey to Reiki Master/Teacher. It is designed to teach you advanced healing techniques that you can use in your Reiki therapy business, as well as for your own healing and personal development. The course is a…

Sun 26 JulThe Reiki School(4.5mi)

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Arts & Culture

Silhouettes of Society: A fashion exhibition through the decades

This exhibition celebrates the life of Lady Iliffe through fashion and design. From hosting glamorous society events and parties at Basildon Park to her work with the Red Cross throughout her life. The exhibition is inspired by a Vogue article published in July 1966 titled 'Lord and Lady Iliffe's triple entente', featuring Lady Iliffe herself. The exhibition features pieces ranging from Lady Iliffes wedding in 1938 through to the 1980's. There are elements of Lord Iliffe's life and style through tailoring and key pieces on loan. Some of the pieces are from the Basildon Park collection and others have been kindly loaned by the London Fashion and Textiles museum alongside Killerton, National Trust based in Devon.

Sun 26 Jul11:00Basildon Park(1.8mi)

Sun 26 Jul11:00Basildon Park(1.8mi)

Summer of Play at Basildon Park 24 July to 31 August

Jump into a jam-packed Summer of Play at Basildon Park! Be the first to experience the Walled Garden play hub, opening for the first time in Summer 2026. Basildon's famous ball-runs are making a grand return, with 8 brand-new ball runs to try, alongside a construction zone to let you creativity run wild. Head into the pleasure grounds to find the fashion hub, filled with games and activities to channel your inner fashion designer. Strut your stuff on the runway, play classic games with a twist and create your own outfits. With all this on offer everyday throughout the Summer, and special late openings of Fridays and Saturdays, there are so many reasons to keep coming back. Standard admission to the property applies.

Sun 26 Jul11:00The Reiki School(4.5mi)

Around £20

Reiki Share

Shares are a great way of meeting likeminded people whilst receiving and giving Reiki but also to practice Reiki so don’t worry if you haven’t been able to give Reiki for a long time, we will talk you through everything. We will start with some brief introductions and a short, guided meditation or Reiki technique…

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Wellness & Wellbeing

Reiki Master Practitioner

The Reiki Master/Practitioner course is the most advanced practitioner level in Reiki, and is an optional step on the journey to Reiki Master/Teacher. It is designed to teach you advanced healing techniques that you can use in your Reiki therapy business, as well as for your own healing and personal development. The course is a…

Sun 26 Jul11:15The Reiki School(4.5mi)

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Sun 26 Jul13:00Path Hill Adventures(3.6mi)

Around £35.0012

Mushroom Cultivation Workshops

LOW TECH OYSTER MUSHROOM CULTIVATION - 2 HOURSThe most accessible and reliable method for DIY mushroom cultivation. From newbies, to novices, this workshop aims to provide something for all levels of experienceA complete guide, showing you how to grow, harvest, and regrow mushrooms at homeThis technique allows you to remix and grow again and again in your own predrilled container2-3 consecutive harvests, with an average yield of 1-3kgWhat you will learn - The life cycle of wild mushrooms vs cultivated mushroomsThe role of fungi in nature & how it connects ecosystemsHow to select & source suitable materialsThe different stages of mushroom cultivation & a variety of methods What you will leave with - Your own inoculated bucket, which can be used again and againNew skills to grow mushrooms at home with minimal kit and no fancy equipment LOG INOCULATION - 2 HOURSGrowing mushrooms on logs is the simplest and most natural method of mushroom cultivation. Once inoculated, the logs require minimal care. This step-by-step guide will walk you through everything you need to know to successfully grow your own you will learn about - How fungi support biodiversity and grow in their natural habitat.The role of saprophytic mushrooms in nature: The decomposersHow to select and prepare logs for cultivation.Best practices for maintaining optimal growing conditions.

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Live Music

Vortex Jam Session

Doors 7:45 PM, Music 8:15 PM House Band TBC About A weekly session on Sunday evenings, hosted by four of London’s finest: guitarist Nick Costley-White, Trumpeter Sean Gibbs, pianist Rick Simpson and tenor saxophonists and Riley Stone-Lonergan, each one hosting one session on rotation. If you’re an instrumentalist – we can’t wait to welcome you back to the club – you can attend for free if you’re planning on playing with the house band. No need to book in advance! Our dear Vortex members are also welcome to these sessions free of charge.

Sun 26 Jul20:45Vortex(3.3mi)

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Arts & Culture

Silhouettes of Society: A fashion exhibition through the decades

This exhibition celebrates the life of Lady Iliffe through fashion and design. From hosting glamorous society events and parties at Basildon Park to her work with the Red Cross throughout her life. The exhibition is inspired by a Vogue article published in July 1966 titled 'Lord and Lady Iliffe's triple entente', featuring Lady Iliffe herself. The exhibition features pieces ranging from Lady Iliffes wedding in 1938 through to the 1980's. There are elements of Lord Iliffe's life and style through tailoring and key pieces on loan. Some of the pieces are from the Basildon Park collection and others have been kindly loaned by the London Fashion and Textiles museum alongside Killerton, National Trust based in Devon.

Mon 27 Jul11:00Basildon Park(1.8mi)

Mon 27 Jul11:00Basildon Park(1.8mi)

Summer of Play at Basildon Park 24 July to 31 August

Jump into a jam-packed Summer of Play at Basildon Park! Be the first to experience the Walled Garden play hub, opening for the first time in Summer 2026. Basildon's famous ball-runs are making a grand return, with 8 brand-new ball runs to try, alongside a construction zone to let you creativity run wild. Head into the pleasure grounds to find the fashion hub, filled with games and activities to channel your inner fashion designer. Strut your stuff on the runway, play classic games with a twist and create your own outfits. With all this on offer everyday throughout the Summer, and special late openings of Fridays and Saturdays, there are so many reasons to keep coming back. Standard admission to the property applies.

Mon 27 Jul13:00Path Hill Adventures(3.6mi)

Around £20

Woodland Holiday Club

What to ExpectChildren will enjoy a variety of woodland activities, including:Shelter buildingFire lighting and campfire cookingWoodland walks and nature explorationDiscovering bugs, animal tracks, and wildlifeFree play and downtime with hammocks and storytelling around the fireWith a maximum of 20 children per day, each child receives plenty of support and encouragement to grow in confidence, self-esteem, and outdoor skills.BOOK 5 OR MORE SESSIONS AND GET £20 OFFSafety & SupervisionAll activities are led by trained and experienced staff.Qualified group leadersFirst aid trainedDBS checkedChildren are safely supervised at all times while being guided on exciting adventures through the magical woodland.

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Arts & Culture

Silhouettes of Society: A fashion exhibition through the decades

This exhibition celebrates the life of Lady Iliffe through fashion and design. From hosting glamorous society events and parties at Basildon Park to her work with the Red Cross throughout her life. The exhibition is inspired by a Vogue article published in July 1966 titled 'Lord and Lady Iliffe's triple entente', featuring Lady Iliffe herself. The exhibition features pieces ranging from Lady Iliffes wedding in 1938 through to the 1980's. There are elements of Lord Iliffe's life and style through tailoring and key pieces on loan. Some of the pieces are from the Basildon Park collection and others have been kindly loaned by the London Fashion and Textiles museum alongside Killerton, National Trust based in Devon.

Tue 28 Jul11:00Basildon Park(1.8mi)

Tue 28 Jul11:00Basildon Park(1.8mi)

Summer of Play at Basildon Park 24 July to 31 August

Jump into a jam-packed Summer of Play at Basildon Park! Be the first to experience the Walled Garden play hub, opening for the first time in Summer 2026. Basildon's famous ball-runs are making a grand return, with 8 brand-new ball runs to try, alongside a construction zone to let you creativity run wild. Head into the pleasure grounds to find the fashion hub, filled with games and activities to channel your inner fashion designer. Strut your stuff on the runway, play classic games with a twist and create your own outfits. With all this on offer everyday throughout the Summer, and special late openings of Fridays and Saturdays, there are so many reasons to keep coming back. Standard admission to the property applies.