Category: Nettlebed News Network

Local groups and organisations will be sharing informal updates on what they’ve been working on, alongside a brief overview from the Parish Council on recent activities and initiatives around the village. This is a relaxed and friendly evening for everyone in Nettlebed Parish - a great opportunity to meet neighbours, hear what’s going on locally, and get involved in village life. Do come along, enjoy a glass of wine, and catch up on all the latest from the community. Please note: this is not a Parish Council meeting. ...

The annual Nettlebed Art & Craft show will be returning 01st - 02nd August 2026.  The 2025 show was a huge success with over 100 exhibits from nearly 50 local artists featured and offered for sale over the weekend. We are delighted to announce 31 works of art in total were sold. The weekend was again very well attended with over 650 visitors through the doors. This year we would like to attract more artists to exhibit their work.  The annual show invites artists living within a 20-mile radius of Nettlebed to display up to four paintings, with any theme or subject. So whether you like still-life or landscape, animals or florals, there is plenty to see.  The craft tables also proved popular with visitors. Local crafts people sold items including jewellery, mosaics, engravings, needlework, cards & ceramics.  Nettlebed Art & Craft show has always been run on a non-profit basis, to raise money for local charities. Last year donations were made to the...

Chris's Hardy Plant Sale 4th-6th April 9am-5pm Homegrown shrubs and perennials sold in recycled pots with homemade organic compost. No packaging and no chemicals Available to view, collect and buy from 10, Bradley Road, Nuffield, RG9 5SG ...

Come and join us on Sunday 5th April 2026 at 10.30am Easter Service Followed by coffee & a special Easter Activity for children....see you there! ...

Spring is coming – and so is your chance to give your garden a natural boost! South Oxfordshire and Vale of White Horse District Councils are inviting residents to collect free, nutrient-rich compost at special giveaway events this March. It’s the perfect way to recycle, reduce waste and grow something great! Event Details: Saturday 7 March – 9am to 11am – Howbery Business Park, Benson Lane, Wallingford, OX10 8BA Sunday 8 March – 9am to 11am – White Horse Leisure and Tennis Centre (overflow car park), Audlett Drive, Abingdon, OX14 3PJ The councils’ friendly Waste and Recycling Team will be on hand to answer your composting questions and share top tips for greener living. How it works: Bring your own bags and spade. Collect up to three bags of compost per household. Available while supplies last. Helping residents access compostable material recovered from the waste process is part of the councils’ Rethinking Waste – Waste Resources and Street Cleansing Strategy 2024, which focuses on the key themes of reduce, reuse, recycle...

Are you under 25? Do you need funding for education / vocational purposes? Apply by midnight on Saturday 24 January 2026 For application form and further information contact: nettlebededucationaltrust@gmail.com WHO CAN APPLY? School children and young adults under the age of 25 that are either resident in the parish of Nettlebed or attending or have attended Nettlebed Community School You must be in real need of financial assistance (detailed criteria is available with the application). The household the child/student lives in must have a joint income of less than £35,000. WHAT CAN I APPLY FOR? Funding for educational or vocational purposes including training in sports, arts or languages and field trips. More details on application. ...