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What's on in Peppard Common

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Peppard Common.

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Community

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.

Fri 24 Jul13:00Path Hill Adventures(3.9mi)

via Path Hill AdventuresLocal gem

Community

Around £4.50

Skivers Club

Skivers Club – Every Friday Clock off early. We won’t tell. Slide into the weekend with £4.50 house beers & spritz – tunes, and proper vibes at The Bottle of Sauce. When: Fridays, 4–7pmWhere: The Bottle of Sauce, Cheltenham

Fri 24 Jul17:00The Last Crumb(4.2mi)

via The Last Crumb

Live Music

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.

Fri 24 Jul20:45Vortex(4.7mi)

via Vortex

Live Music

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.

Fri 24 Jul20:45Vortex(4.7mi)

via Vortex

Community

Reading Dino Trail at Station Hill

This summer, Reading BID is bringing a prehistoric adventure...

Sat 25 JulPivotal(4.9mi)

via PivotalLocal gem

Community

Around £4

Tote Bag Painting

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

Sat 25 JulAbu Bakr İslamic Center(Mosque)(5mi)

via Abu Bakr İslamic Center(Mosque)Local gem

Workshops & Classes

Sailing Course (part 2)

RYA Training Course

Sat 25 Jul09:00Reading Sailing Club(4.7mi)

via Reading Sailing Club

Theatre

Summer of Play at Greys Court,

Jump into summer and discover games and activities throughout the gardens. Join us at the play hub in the garden to get creative with games and activities. Take to the stage for a performance, or use the puppet theatre to imagine new worlds. Design your own garden or create giant art out of loose parts. Over at the tennis court, take part in games like table tennis and Jianzi. Then head down to the play area for mud kitchens, den building and different types of natural play. There's so much to discover this summer, with fun for the whole family. Free with standard admission.

Sat 25 Jul11:00Greys Court(1.8mi)

via Greys Court

Children & Family

Summer lawn games for all the family at Nuffield Place

Classic lawn games, like they used to do it on the lawns around the house at Nuffield Place.

Sat 25 Jul11:00Nuffield Place(4.3mi)

via Nuffield Place

Festivals & Events

Festival of Archaeology at Greys Court |18 to 27 July

Join us this summer as Greys Court once again takes part in the Festival of Archaeology, the UK’s largest celebration of archaeology, proudly organised by the Council for British Archaeology (CBA) and supported by the South Oxfordshire Archaeology Group. Explore history in action as archaeologists excavate the oval lawn—visitors are welcome to chat with the team and witness discoveries as they happen. Don’t miss the live finds processing taking place in the historic Cromwellian building, where newly unearthed artefacts are carefully examined and documented. It’s a rare chance to experience archaeology up close—perfect for history enthusiasts, families, and curious minds of all ages.

Sat 25 Jul11:30Greys Court(1.8mi)

via Greys Court

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/

Sat 25 Jul20:45Vortex(4.7mi)

via Vortex

Likely freeCommunity

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(4.4mi)

via Reading Comic-Con

Likely freeCommunity

Newcastle Comic-Con

Sun 26 Jul10:00Reading Comic-Con(4.4mi)

via Reading Comic-Con

Community

Summer Series

Dinghy Racing

Sun 26 Jul10:30Reading Sailing Club(4.7mi)

via Reading Sailing Club

Theatre

Summer of Play at Greys Court, 25 July to 30 August

Sun 26 Jul11:00Greys Court(1.8mi)

via Greys Court

Children & Family

Summer lawn games for all the family at Nuffield Place

Classic lawn games, like they used to do it on the lawns around the house at Nuffield Place.

Sun 26 Jul11:00Nuffield Place(4.3mi)

via Nuffield Place

Festivals & Events

Festival of Archaeology at Greys Court |18 to 27 July

Sun 26 Jul11:30Greys Court(1.8mi)

via Greys Court

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Venues with events near Peppard Common

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

Greys Court1.8 miles away

More about Peppard Common

Oxfordshire, England

Peppard Common is in Oxfordshire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Peppard Common 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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