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Free Things This Weekend in Oare

Good local plans needn't cost the earth. This page keeps an eye on the stronger free events nearby, so you can skip the faff and get straight to the promising stuff.

10 picks around Oare, from 6 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Oare

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We don't just scoop up anything with a £0 next to it. These picks still need to be nearby, useful, and properly explained, because 'free' is lovely but 'free and baffling' is less of a selling point.

Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Oare, 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 Oare

The Rotary Cyclothon1Free! (worth double-checking)

The Rotary Cyclothon

at Moredon Sporting Hub

Join an inclusive, fun-filled community bike ride and help raise funds to buy more adapted cycles for the Limitless Swindon inclusive cycling programme, which helps hundreds of disabled people every week experience the joy of cycling. Everyone is encouraged to take part and set their own goals to cycle as many laps as they can on our traffic-free, enclosed, tarmac cycle track. It’s free to enter, we just ask that all participants aim to collect a minimum of £25.00 sponsorship. The event is organised by the Rotary Club and supported by Swindon Cycles. To find out more and sign up Click Here

14.7 milesSun 26 Jul10:00
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Battle of Chippenham Re-Enactment2Free! (worth double-checking)

Battle of Chippenham Re-Enactment

at VisitWiltshire

About Join the English Civil War Society in an historically accurate re-creation of what happened in and around Chippenham during the summer of 1643. Watch four hundred soldiers with cannon and horses as The King's Army and The Roundhead Association battle to decide whether the town will be Royalist or throw in its lot with Parliament. Enjoy a glimpse of 17th Century life when visiting the encampment of Townsfolk and watch displays by Musketeers, Pikemen, Cavalry, and artillery throughout the day. For more information and to see the full timetable, please visit bit.ly/BoC2026. This is a free event delivered by The English Civil War Society in partnership with Chippenham Town Council

20.3 milesSat 25 Jul
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Summer Fayre comes to Historic St. Peter's Church near Wilton3Free! (worth double-checking)

Summer Fayre comes to Historic St. Peter's Church near Wilton

at VisitWiltshire

About A traditional Summer Fayre is set to bring the community spirit back to St Peter's Church in Fugglestone, Wilton. Step back in time into a celebration of community, tradition, and summer charm. Play traditional games like Cornhole, Ring Toss and "Walk the trail". A programme of entertainment will enhance the festive atmosphere, featuring traditional Morris dancing alongside performances by local musicians. Visitors will also have the opportunity to enjoy recitals on a hand-pumped pipe organ, a rare and historic musical treasure in the church. To complete the experience, a selection of cream teas and other refreshments will be available throughout the event. The event is organised by the Fugglestone St Peter Trust, a community-led initiative working to secure lottery funding for the restoration and revitalisation of the church building. Trustees will be on hand throughout the afternoon to discuss plans for expanding the church's role as a community space—and visitors can even take aim at them with wet sponges in a traditional pillory. Whether you come with family, friends, or simply a curiosity for local heritage, there will be something to please everyone. The Fayre is free to attend with all proceeds supporting the restoration project

20.3 milesSat 25 Jul
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History & HeritageMarkets & Fairs
Limitless Family Cycling4Free! (worth double-checking)

Limitless Family Cycling

at Moredon Sporting Hub

Limitless Family cycling, is our session exclusively for SEND families. Enjoy cycling together on our enclosed, traffic-free track. Adapted cycles & helmets included.£4.50 per child (One adult goes free with every child) £4.50 per child (One adult goes free with every child) £5.50 Extra adult* Book online

14.7 milesSat 25 Jul15:00
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Children & Family
sports-fitness6Free! (worth double-checking)

Cycle 4 Fitness

at Moredon Sporting Hub

Bring your own bike and enjoy cycling round our track Price per hour: Adults: £5.00, Children: £4.00 , Family group £16.00 Book online at https://centralswindonnorthpc.xnlcloud.com/LhWeb/en/public/Home

14.7 milesSat 25 Jul11:00
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Sports & Fitness
community7Free! (worth double-checking)

Calne Bike Meet 2026

at Calne Bike Meet

Following a record-breaking 2025, the Calne Bike Meet™ is back for 2026! We’re returning to our traditional slot on the last Saturday of July, turning the heart of Wiltshire into a haven for petrolheads and the local community alike.

11.1 milesSat 25 Jul11:00
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Community
Art Buffet (Summer 2026)8Free! (worth double-checking)

Art Buffet (Summer 2026)

at Cornerstone Arts Centre

Join our Art Buffet (Summer 2026) class at Cornerstone Arts Didcot! Monthly on Saturdays, 10.30am-12.30pm These 2 hour playful art sessions are aimed at adults who want to explore their creative side in a completely informal and pressure- free setting! Each session focuses on a particular process or material: 30 May: Monoprinting 27 Jun: Mini weavings 25 Jul: Unexpected paintbrushes Select what you’d like to use from the ‘art buffet’ and let’s create! This is art for art's sake; no predetermined outcomes, no expectations, and no judgement - just time for you to unwind and leave your to-do for expressing yourself, creative self-care, and giving yourself a break. Zero art skill or experience is needed

28.4 milesSat 25 Jul
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Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes
Art Buffet (Summer 2026)9Free! (worth double-checking)

Art Buffet (Summer 2026)

at Cornerstone Arts Centre

Join our Art Buffet (Summer 2026) class at Cornerstone Arts Didcot! Monthly on Saturdays, 10.30am-12.30pm These 2 hour playful art sessions are aimed at adults who want to explore their creative side in a completely informal and pressure- free setting! Each session focuses on a particular process or material: 30 May: Monoprinting 27 Jun: Mini weavings 25 Jul: Unexpected paintbrushes Select what you’d like to use from the ‘art buffet’ and let’s create! This is art for art's sake; no predetermined outcomes, no expectations, and no judgement - just time for you to unwind and leave your to-do list at home. Fantastic for expressing yourself, creative self-care, and giving yourself a break. Zero art skill or experience is needed

28.4 milesSat 25 Jul11:30
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Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes
Little Ravers Summer edition10Free! (worth double-checking)

Little Ravers Summer edition

at Popworld

LITTLE RAVERS – SUMMER SPECIAL Get ready for the ultimate family daytime rave at Popworld Reading Saturday 25th July 2PM – 4PM Expect an afternoon packed with: Live DJ & party anthems Free foam batons Free inflatables Unlimited squash for kids 🅿 Free buggy parking Quieter chill area Licensed bar for adults Tickets Under 2s – FREE Kids – £10 Adults – £8 BONUS OFFER: Kids eat for just £1 at Slug & Lettuce Riverside or Slug & Lettuce Friar Street when dining with an adult. Perfect for toddlers, young kids, parents, and anyone who loves a family-friendly disco atmosphere #LittleRavers #SummerSpecial #ReadingEvents #FamilyRave #KidsParty #PopworldReading #ThingsToDoInReading

35.2 milesSat 25 Jul
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