What's on in Stibb Green

Wiltshire, England

The proper local stuff the big sites overlook — from open mic nights to dog shows, toddler groups to talks about local history that turn out to be more interesting than you'd think. Stibb Green keeps its calendar surprisingly full, and we've tracked down the lot. Coffee mornings that turn into proper catch-ups. Quiz nights where the same team wins every week and everyone pretends not to mind. Craft fairs, food markets, community screenings, and workshops teaching you things you didn't know you wanted to learn. All the things that make living somewhere feel like actually living somewhere, not just sleeping there.

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CommunityHistory & Heritage

Around £5

Tuesday Work Days

Visit the Crofton Beam Engines site every Tuesday to see volunteers maintaining and repairing the historic machinery and grounds, with knowledgeable guides available.

Tue 14 Apr10:00Crofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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Brilliant International Musicians Series: Max Mostovetski (piano)

Max Mostovetski – PianoMax Mostovetski began piano lessons at the age of five in Leipzig with Kateryna Blyum, with whom he studied for 14 years. He has won numerous prizes at international competitions, including first prizes at the National Bach Competition (Köthen), the Carl Schroeder Piano Competition, the Kiwanis Piano Competition, the Grotrian-Steinweg International Piano Competition, and the German National Youth Music Competition, as well as second prize at the International C.M. von Weber Competition. As a soloist, Max has performed concertos by Bach, Mozart, Beethoven, and Schumann with orchestras such as the Heidelberg Philharmonic, Dresden University Orchestra, Gotha-Eisenach Philharmonic, and Leipzig Youth Symphony Orchestra. He also gives regular recitals across Austria, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, and the UK. Max is currently studying at the University of Music Franz Liszt in Weimar with Professor Grigory Gruzman. Disclaimer:Please note that this event may be recorded and/or photographed. Footage and images may be used for promotional purposes, including publication on social media and other online platforms. By attending, you consent to the use of your image and likeness in these materials.

Sat 18 Apr19:00St Peter's Marlborough(4.8mi)

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CommunityHistory & Heritage

Around £5

Tuesday Work Days

Visit the Crofton Beam Engines site every Tuesday to see volunteers maintaining and repairing the historic machinery and grounds, with knowledgeable guides available.

Tue 21 Apr10:00Crofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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Community

Frank Whittle – The Jet Pioneer

One for the diary — Frank Whittle – The Jet Pioneer at Crofton Beam Engines. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Wed 22 AprCrofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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Arts & CultureTalks & LecturesHistory & Heritage

Frank Whittle The Jet Pioneer

A fascinating evening talk by aviation documentary producer Nicholas Jones about Sir Frank Whittle, the pioneering engineer who invented the modern jet engine, illustrated with film segments.

Wed 22 Apr19:30Crofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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Live Music

RNLI - The Lifeboat Concert - 2026. Marlborough, Wiltshire

This year the RNLI are celebrating the 25th anniversary of their Beach Lifeguard Service. Join us for a lively evening of seafaring songs and verse with the talented and versatile Dodecantus Chamber Choir. All proceeds from this concert go to the RNLI – the charity that saves : £16 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/rnli-the-lifeboat-concert-2026-marlborough-wiltshire-tickets-1981013054373?aff=oddtdtcreator Dodecantus is a mixed voice chamber choir based in Wiltshire. As well as giving concerts in the local area they have undertaken European tours, performing at inspirational venues including Seville Cathedral, L’Abbaye de Fontenay and St John’s Co-Cathedral in Valetta, all of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. They have been regularly engaged to sing Choral Evensong a Cathedrals throughout the country but for this special event they will definitely be letting their hair down. Expect songs ranging from Holst to Queen, Bob Chilcott to Spike Milligan ; songs about pilchards and brave lifeboat crews; rhythms of jazz and traditional Zulu music.

Fri 24 Apr19:30St Peter's Marlborough(4.8mi)

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Festivals & EventsHistory & Heritage

Great Easter Steam Up 5th & 6th April

Crofton Beam Engines has got Great Easter Steam Up 5th & 6th April pencilled in. We've got the date — they've got the detail. Between us, you're sorted.

Sun 26 AprCrofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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Drive It Day April 26th

Drive It Day April 26th. Crofton Beam Engines. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Sun 26 AprCrofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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CommunityFestivals & EventsHistory & Heritage

Around £7.25

Drive It Day

Celebrate Drive-It-Day with a gala steaming event and a display of volunteer classic cars and motorcycles at the Pumping Station grounds. The event supports the NSPCC charity for 2026.

Sun 26 Apr10:00Crofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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CommunityHistory & Heritage

Around £5

Tuesday Work Days

Visit the Crofton Beam Engines site every Tuesday to see volunteers maintaining and repairing the historic machinery and grounds, with knowledgeable guides available.

Tue 28 Apr10:00Crofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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Nature & OutdoorsCommunity

Beating the Bounds

Come and join us for part or all or the 15 mile walk around Minal’s boundary. The post Beating the Bounds appeared first on Mildenhall Parish Council.

Sat 2 May08:00Minal Village Hall(4.6mi)

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CommunityHistory & Heritage

Around £5

Tuesday Work Days

Visit the Crofton Beam Engines site every Tuesday to see volunteers maintaining and repairing the historic machinery and grounds, with knowledgeable guides available.

Tue 5 May10:00Crofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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Non Steaming Day May 10th

Found this on Crofton Beam Engines's radar. Non Steaming Day May 10th — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Sun 10 MayCrofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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CommunityHistory & Heritage

Around £5

Tuesday Work Days

Visit the Crofton Beam Engines site every Tuesday to see volunteers maintaining and repairing the historic machinery and grounds, with knowledgeable guides available.

Tue 12 May10:00Crofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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Community

LolliHop Puppet Show : Nutcracker in spring

Nutcracker in Spring is a fresh interpretation of the well-loved festive tale, reimagined for Spring and Summertime. Lori Hopkins fuses her unique blend of storytelling and intricate puppetry to take family audiences on a journey into young Clara’s world on the day of her birthday. Clara receives an unusual gift from her odd relative – a handmade, funny-looking nutcracker. Clara finds herself catapulted into a world of magic, sweets and sunshine on a mission to save her nutcracker! The show features ballet-dancing puppets, a sinister Mouse King, an abundance of flowers and plenty more surprises. A special ‘Meet-the-Puppets’ session following the performance. Workshop available (limited numbers) Tickets Available Here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lollihop-puppet-show-nutcracker-in-spring-tickets-1985962883445?aff=oddtdtcreator Show 11:30am Workshop : 12:15pm

Sat 16 May11:30St Peter's Marlborough(4.8mi)

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Community

Brilliant International Musicians Series: Jamie Cochrane (piano) and Basil Alter (violin)

Jamie Cochrane – PianoPraised for playing of “delicacy and vigour” with “great clarity,” Jamie Cochrane is equally at home as a concerto soloist, song accompanist, and chamber musician. A Tillett Trust Debut Artist, he recently won first prize at the 2024 Norah Sande Award and was runner-up at the 2025 Bromsgrove International Musicians’ Competition. His concerto appearances include Rachmaninoff’s Piano Concerto No. 3 with Colchester Symphony Orchestra and Bernstein’s The Age of Anxiety with the de Havilland Philharmonic Orchestra, alongside recitals at venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and the Sheldonian Theatre, Oxford. Jamie studied at Merton College, Oxford, where he graduated with a first-class degree and later held a Graduate Musician in Residence post at St Hilda’s College. From 2019 to 2022 he was pianist for the contemporary group Ensemble ISIS, collaborating with the Royal Shakespeare Company. He has recently completed his Master’s degree at the Royal Academy of Music, where he was awarded the DipRAM for outstanding performance in his final recital. Basil Alter – ViolinAmerican violinist Basil Alter is quickly establishing himself on international stages. In the 2025–2026 season, highlights include concerts in New York with pianist Ariel Lanyi, chamber performances with the Memphis Chamber Music Society, and concerto appearances with the Ernest Read Symphony Orchestra, Samson Orchestra, and Guildford Symphony.

Sat 16 May19:00St Peter's Marlborough(4.8mi)

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Community

Non Steaming Day May 17th

Crofton Beam Engines hasn't given us the full script, but Non Steaming Day May 17th has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Sun 17 MayCrofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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CommunityHistory & Heritage

Around £5

Tuesday Work Days

Visit the Crofton Beam Engines site every Tuesday to see volunteers maintaining and repairing the historic machinery and grounds, with knowledgeable guides available.

Tue 19 May10:00Crofton Beam Engines(1.9mi)

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