What&#x27;s on in Pangbourne

Fri 24 Jul20:45Vortex(4.9mi)

Mark Kavuma Quintet

Doors 7:45 PM, Music 8:30 PM - 2 sets of music Line-up: Mark Kavuma - Trumpet Noah Stoneman - Piano Jack Thomas - Drum kit Wilf Diamond - trombone TBC - Double bass About: Named Jazz Instrumentalist of the Year at the Jazz FM Awards 2025, trumpeter, composer and bandleader Mark Kavuma has become one of the defining voices in contemporary British jazz. Renowned for his work with The Banger Factory—winner of Ensemble of the Year at the Parliamentary Jazz Awards 2025—and for nurturing emerging talent through Banger Factory Records, Kavuma's music combines deep swing, soulful lyricism and a strong sense of community. This performance marks the debut of a brand-new quintet, presenting new compositions and a new musical direction. The quintet promises an evening of adventurous improvisation, compelling melodies and collective expression. Join Mark Kavuma and his new quintet for their very first outing at the Vortex.

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Fri 24 Jul20:45Vortex(4.9mi)

Banger Factory

Doors 7:45 PM, Music 8:30 PM - 2 sets of music **Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances Mark Kavuma is no longer able to perform for this gig - Donovan Haffner will join the line up for this performance Line-up: Noah Stoneman - piano Jack Garside - bass Jack Thomas - drums Wilf Diamond - trombone Donavan Haffner - saxophone About: This performance marks the debut of a brand-new quintet, presenting new compositions and a new musical direction, born from Mark Kavuma's record label Banger Factory records. The quintet promises an evening of adventurous improvisation, compelling melodies and collective expression. Join this new quintet for their very first outing at the Vortex.

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Fri 24 Jul21:00The Fox and Hounds(2.8mi)

LIVE MUSIC Kiss on the Stairs

July 24, 2026 - 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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Sports & Fitness

World Matchplay: Semi-Finals (Darts)

Coverage of day eight of the tournament, which takes place at Winter Gardens in Blackpool, and features the semi-finals. The match between James Wade and Jonny Clayton at this stage last year went to a tie-breaker, with Wade eventually prevailing 20-18. More drama was to follow when Luke Littler surprisingly went 5-0 down against Josh Rock, but fought back to claim a 17-14 victory.

Sat 25 Juldenman pub co(3.4mi)

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Sat 25 JulAbu Bakr İslamic Center(Mosque)(4.4mi)

Around £4

Tote Bag Painting

Girls Youth Club - For Ages 11+. £4 contribution Fee. Light refreshments will be provided.

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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.

Sat 25 Jul11:00Basildon Park(1.6mi)

Sat 25 Jul12:30Basildon Park(1.6mi)

Summer Evenings at Basildon Park

Bring the family along during the cooler evenings to enjoy the ball runs in the walled garden, visit the house whilst the light is particularly magical or just simply enjoy a picnic or ice cream on the lawn. Please note that here will be a change to our usual opening hours on these days to accommodate the later openings.

Sat 25 Jul13:00Basildon Park(1.6mi)

Theatre

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 Jul20:00The Fox and Hounds(2.8mi)

LIVE MUSIC Rigsby

July 25, 2026 - 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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Sat 25 Jul20:45Vortex(4.9mi)

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(2.2mi)

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Newcastle Comic-Con

This will be a great day for families, sci-fi collectors, fans, and every other kind of Comic Con Fan! There is lots to see and do, including out of this world displays and props, traders selling out of this world collections, meet celebrities from TV and the movies! For those that like cosplay, there will be a wide array of cosplayers on arrival, fans attending are invited to dress up as your favourite TV, Film or other fictional character and be ready to compete in our cosplay competitions!

Sun 26 JulReading Comic-Con(4.7mi)

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Newcastle Comic-Con

This will be a great day for families, sci-fi collectors, fans, and every other kind of Comic Con Fan! There is lots to see and do, including out of this world displays and props, traders selling out of this world collections, meet celebrities from TV and the movies! For those that like cosplay, there will be a wide array of cosplayers on arrival, fans attending are invited to dress up as your favourite TV, Film or other fictional character and be ready to compete in our cosplay competitions!

Sun 26 Jul10:00Reading Comic-Con(4.7mi)

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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(1.6mi)

Sun 26 Jul11:00Basildon Park(1.6mi)

Theatre

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.