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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend

11–12 July Near Lewknor

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 Lewknor, 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.

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Ebru for Beginners Workshop (Turkish Marbling)7Free! (worth double-checking)

Ebru for Beginners Workshop (Turkish Marbling)

at Cornerstone Arts Centre

Join our Ebru for Beginners Workshop (Turkish Marbling) class at Cornerstone Arts Didcot! Credit to Melek Ali Oglou for the images. Minimum age: suitable for children, but all children must be accompanied by an adult at all times Free to attend, but booking encouraged as spaces are limited Ebru, or Marbling Art, is a traditional Turkish art form that involves creating colourful patterns on water, which are then transferred onto paper. These patterns often include flowers, lattice designs, and symbolic motifs such as crescents and moons. Join this interactive workshop to create your own beautiful, marbled patterns using this traditional technique. Once dry, you can take your artwork home.

12.6 milesSat 11 Jul
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African Drumming Workshop8Free! (worth double-checking)

African Drumming Workshop

at Cornerstone Arts Centre

Join our African Drumming Workshop class at Cornerstone Arts Didcot! Join Kato from Oxford Drum School for a fun, hands-on African drumming workshop. Learn traditional rhythms, develop your musical skills and experience the joy of making music together. Suitable for a range of ages and abilities, these energetic sessions are free to attend, but advance booking is essential. The workshops are free, but reservations are necessary as spaces are limited. Parents/carers must stay with children throughout. Session 1: 10.10am–10.55am (School Years 1–3) Session 2: 11.15am–12pm (School Years 1–3) Session 3: 12.45pm–1.45pm (School Years 4–6) Session 4: 2pm–3pm (School Years 7+)

12.6 milesSat 11 Jul
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Workshops & Classes
religion-spirituality9

Said Communion - Common Worship

at St John the Baptist Church

Said Communion - Common Worship Occurring for 1 hour Venue St. John the Baptist, Little Marlow Address St. John the Baptist, Little Marlow, Church Road Little Marlow Marlow, SL7 3RU, United Kingdom Holy Communion service without hymns using Common Worship Event held in a Church More info

11.5 milesSun 12 Jul09:30
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Religion & Spirituality
Youth Sundays10Free! (worth double-checking)

Youth Sundays

at One Planet Abingdon Climate Emergency Centre

Adults with children, families and young people are welcome!Lots of skills to learn and share! Come and enjoy the company of like minded young people. Let’s connect over board games,arts and crafts, food, music and an opportunity to discuss what matters to you in a safe and motivating space!No charge, all welcome!

13.6 milesSun 12 Jul
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