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Rainy Day Picks This Weekend in Bacton and Cotton

10 picks around Bacton and Cotton, from 9 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Bacton and Cotton

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 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Bacton and Cotton, 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.

Our 10 picks near Bacton and Cotton

Stained Glass Workshop2

Stained Glass Workshop

at Fox Yard Studio

Learn to create stained glass artworks using the copper foil method! A one-day course perfect for those new to glasswork. Step-by-step guidance to help you discover the art of stained glass. Limited spaces are now available to book. LeARN MORE

5.4 milesSat 25 Jul
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Workshops & Classes

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July Vinyl Night3

July Vinyl Night

at socialbar

Bring Your Own Vinyl Night Share your sounds at socialbar’s monthly vinyl night. Join us at socialbar for an evening dedicated to your records and the stories behind them. Whether it’s a cherished classic, a dusty B-side, or your latest crate-digging gem, bring your vinyl and we’ll play it on the bar’s turntable. No DJ skills needed — we’ll provide those. Just bring your vinyl, your taste and a love for music. Drop in, drop the needle, and enjoy drinks, snacks, and good company while the records spin. No tickets, no fuss — just come.

20.5 milesSat 25 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
Community
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tap.social Taproom Launch

at socialbar

tap tap… what’s coming? After a bit of building and plenty of tasting, tap.social taproom will be opening its doors. Join us for our public launch event: a first chance to see the space and sample some craft on draught in our open air courtyard backing onto Fromus Square! Craft beer, a courtyard seating on Fromus Square and a few opening-night surprises. Everyone’s welcome to tap in and be social.

20.5 milesSat 25 Jul
Local gemSee the details→
Community
Mens Breakfast5

Mens Breakfast

at Martlesham Benefice

An opportunity for men to join together for fellowship, bacon rolls, tea and coffee. Each week there is a short talk to give us something to think about and discuss around the breakfast table. Booking is important but not essential - if you 'd like to book please

17.8 milesSat 25 Jul09:00
Local gemSee the details→
Community
Cold War Bunker Tour10

Cold War Bunker Tour

at Jersey Museum

An opportunity to tour a Second World War German communications bunker transformed into a Cold War nuclear fallout communications centre

21.7 milesSun 26 Jul£16 plus Eventbrite booking fee.
Local gemSee the details→
Community

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