🐷 Pig Fest Is Coming To Old Amersham


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🐷 Pig Fest Is Coming To Old Amersham

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Good Afternoon Bucks


We've made it to September, and the social calendar clearly didn't get the memo about taking things easy. This week brings everything from live music and comedy to wine, gardens and a weekend packed with vintage motoring. Basically, plenty of good excuses to make plans before autumn properly gets going.

Here's what's caught our eye this week:

  • 🏎️ Kop Hill Climb β€” Saturday & Sunday @ Kop Hill Road
  • 🍷 Mystery Wine Night With Amersham Wine Club β€” Wednesday @ The Wine Place, Amersham
  • 🌸 Dahlia Bouquets β€” Saturday @ Oxmoor Farm
  • πŸ˜‚ Comedy Club β€” Friday @ Aylesbury Waterside Theatre
  • 🎸 Elio Pace Live β€” Saturday @ The Stables, Milton Keynes

If you're looking for even more events than we can squeeze into this newsletter, you can always

FOOD & DRINK
Michelin-Starred Restaurants In Buckinghamshire: The Places Worth Booking

Looking for Michelin-starred restaurants in Buckinghamshire? Discover the Bucks tables worth booking.

🎭 Theatre Shows
TUE
08
SEP
Barnum

πŸ“ Milton Keynes Theatre

πŸ“… Tuesday to Friday

Hand in hand with wife Charity, Barnum’s life and career twists and turns as he schemes and dreams his way to headier heights.

WED
09
SEP
Waterside Singers

πŸ“ Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

πŸ“… Wednesday 10:30am-12:30pm - Β£7

Come and join Waterside Singers - a new weekly singing group - all are welcome!

FRI
11
SEP
Ginger Johnson: Show Pony

πŸ“ The Stables, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… Friday

They say you have to kiss a lot of frogs to find your prince, but how many toads do you have to lick to find your pony?

SAT
12
SEP
Open Day

πŸ“ Queens Park Arts Centre and Limelight Theatre, Queens Park, Aylesbury HP21 7RT

πŸ“… Saturday

Come and find out about what we do and how you could volunteer with us.

SAT
12
SEP
Saxophone Improvers Course

πŸ“ The Stables, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… Saturday

This course offers returning saxophonists the opportunity to learn as part of a sax study group via a fun programme of practical musical activities and performance.

SAT
12
SEP
Saxophone Study Group

πŸ“ The Stables, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… Saturday

This course is for saxophonists with 2 or more years’ experience and looking to reach an intermediate standard (equivalent to grade 3 plus) on their instrument.

SAT
12
SEP
Connor Selby

πŸ“ The Stables, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… Saturday

Armed with a burning passion for the authentic rootsy music of the US, young British troubadour Connor Selby come to The Stables.

SUN
13
SEP
The Actor's Toolkit @ Discover Bucks Museum

πŸ“ Discover Bucks Museum

πŸ“… Sunday 10am-11:30am - Β£45

Discover the foundations of acting through movement, voice, improvisation, and performance in a supportive and creative environment.

SUN
13
SEP
Heritage Open Day Tours

πŸ“ The Stables, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… Sunday

You’ve sat in the Jim Marshall Auditorium… you’ve enjoyed the music.

SUN
13
SEP
Heritage Open Day Tours

πŸ“ The Stables, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… Sunday

You’ve sat in the Jim Marshall Auditorium… you’ve enjoyed the music.

SUN
13
SEP
Simon Evans Is Staring At The Sun

πŸ“ The Stables, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… Sunday

With growing evidence that we are living in a Computer Simulation – and a pretty glitchy, off-brand simulation at that – and the approaching watershed of the AI Singularity looming like a weirdly pixelated cumulo-nimbus on the horizon, BBC Radio 4 stalwart and veteran of a quarter century of highly acclaimed stand-up comedy Simon Evans is squinting at an uncertain future, and revisiting the blue remembered hills of his youth.

SUN
13
SEP
Isabella Coulstock

πŸ“ The Stables, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… Sunday

Widely regarded as one of the most exciting new voices on the music scene, Isabella has quickly built a reputation for her compelling storytelling, rich vocals and magnetic stage presence.

 
🎑 Family Fun
WED
09
SEP
Mystery Wine Night With Amersham Wine Club

πŸ“ The Wine Place, 1 Market Square, Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 0DF

πŸ“… Wednesday

Ever felt overwhelmed choosing wine? Or found yourself nodding along to someone else’s opinion while secretly not enjoying what’s in your glass? Amersham Wine Club was born to change that.

THU
10
SEP
Discover Ducks

πŸ“ Discover Bucks Museum

πŸ“… Thursday 10am-12pm

Join us for a themed Discover Ducks session filled with stories, songs, games, playtime, a craft activity and a mini museum trail.

THU
10
SEP
Altered Images: Happy Birthday!

πŸ“ The Stables, Milton Keynes

πŸ“… Thursday

Altered Imagesβ€”one of the most influential bands to emerge from the UK post-punk and new wave scenesβ€”are delighted to announce a special UK tour celebrating their seminal 1981 album Happy Birthday, performed in full by the band’s original singer Clare Grogan.

THU
10
SEP
Virtual Heritage Open Days

πŸ“ Stowe House

πŸ“… Thursday to Sunday 8am-10pm

Can’t make it to Stowe House in person this year for Heritage Open Days? Join us online and uncover the stories that shaped everyday life at this remarkable site.

FRI
11
SEP
White Cube At Claydon

πŸ“ Claydon House

πŸ“… Monday +3 more dates this week - Β£12

This summer, White Cube and the National Trust unveil White Cube at Claydon, a major contemporary art exhibition set within the extraordinary rococo interiors and gardens of Claydon House, Buckingham.

SAT
12
SEP
Crafthaus Cinema Club

πŸ“ Norman Bragg Studio, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

πŸ“… Saturday 5:30pm-8:30pm - Β£17

Step into Crafthaus Cinema Club, a night crafted for those who appreciate good films, with a twist.

SAT
12
SEP
Pig Fest

πŸ“ Kew Little Pigs Farm, Old Amersham High Street, HP7 0HR

πŸ“… Saturday 11am-7pm - Β£35

β€œGreat day out! Everything was amazing, staff were friendly and the games were fun too!”.

SAT
12
SEP
Weekend Tech Academy- More Making, More Imagination, More Confidence

πŸ“ St.Thomas Hall, Mayflower Way, Beaconsfield HP9 1UF

πŸ“… Saturday 10am-12:15pm - Β£13

At the ComputerXplorers South Buckinghamshire Weekend Tech Academy, children don’t just consume technology β€” they learn how to create with it.

SUN
13
SEP
Thames Hospice Sunflower Walk 2026

πŸ“ Thames Hospice Maidenhead, Berkshire

πŸ“… Sunday

5k, 10k or half marathon distance and enjoy stunning lake and riverside views.

SUN
13
SEP
Thames Hospice Sunflower Walk 2026

πŸ“ Thames HospiceMaidenhead, Berkshire

πŸ“… Sunday

5k, 10k or half marathon distance and enjoy stunning lake and riverside views.

 
AYLESBURY
The Gorgeous New Farm Kitchen Bringing Wagyu, Steak Frites And Smash Burgers To Lopemede

We head to Fallow & Fields Kitchen at Lopemede Farm for Wagyu beef, smash burgers, steak frites, homemade cakes, live music and proper countryside charm.

πŸ₯˜ Food & Drink
TUE
08
SEP
Merlin's Cave, Chalfont Saint Giles - Pub Quiz

πŸ“ Merlin's Cave, Chalfont Saint Giles

πŸ“… Tuesday From 7:30pm

Gather your team and head to Chalfont St Giles every Tuesday night for a lively quiz filled with laughs and friendly competition! Test your wits and see if you’re the sharpest in townβ€”prizes and bragging rights await!

WED
09
SEP
Blind Wine Tasting

πŸ“ The Wine Place, 1 Market Square Amersham Buckinghamshire HP7 0DF

πŸ“… Wednesday 7pm-9pm - Β£25

Just a relaxed evening exploring wines you might never have chosen for yourself.

THU
10
SEP
Fire & Wine Night: Argentinian Steak

πŸ“ The Wine Place, 1 Market Square Amersham Buckinghamshire HP7 0DF

πŸ“… Thursday 7pm-9pm - Β£35

Join us at The Wine Place in Old Amersham for an evening of open-fire cooking and carefully selected wines.

FRI
11
SEP
We Have Ways Fest 2026

πŸ“ Blackpit BreweryBuckingham, England

πŸ“… Friday

The UK's number one World War Two festival returns for its sixth year! Join Al Murray and James Holland for a weekend like no other.

SAT
12
SEP
2026 Chiltern Wine Tours

πŸ“ Dropmore Vineyard, Woodfine Wine and Daws Hill Vineyard

πŸ“… Saturday 9:30am-4:30pm - Β£95

These tours a either a full or 3/4 day immersive tour of 2 or 3 vineyards in the Northern Chilterns, with a guide. The price for a visit to 2 vineyards is Β£95 and for a full day of 3 vineyards is Β£115.

 
βš’οΈ Workshops
TUE
08
SEP
Belly Dance For Beginners & Newcomers

πŸ“ Redgrave Sports Centre Marlow

πŸ“… Tuesday 8pm-9:30pm - Β£50

Discover an Ancient Dance Form with a Wealth of Benefits for Women's Health & Wellbeing.

FRI
11
SEP
Belly Dance For Beginners & Newcomers

πŸ“ Judo Centre High Wycombe

πŸ“… Friday 7:30pm-9pm - Β£50

Discover an Ancient Dance Form with a Wealth of Benefits for Women's Health & Wellbeing.

SAT
12
SEP
Open Day

πŸ“ Queens Park Arts Centre and Limelight Theatre

πŸ“… Saturday 11am-2pm

Come and find out about what we do and how you could volunteer with us.

SAT
12
SEP
Deaf Led British Sign Language House Tour & Grounds Admission

πŸ“ Waddesdon Manor

πŸ“… Saturday

Join experienced deaf guide and historian, John Wilson, for a British Sign Language (BSL) tour of the Manor's ground floor, exploring the treasures of Waddesdon's collections.

 
HIGH WYCOMBE
High Wycombe, Get Ready to Party: Big Bash 26 is Back!

Comedy, fairground fun, live bands and an ABBA finale: Big Bash 26 is High Wycombe’s September party. Here’s everything you need to know.

🎨 Art
TUE
08
SEP
Art Exhibition Contemporary Artist Ann Generlich: Art That Connects. Stories That Stay.

πŸ“ Old Fire Station Gallery

πŸ“… Monday & Tuesday 9:30am-5pm

Join local contemporary artist Ann Generlich for a week-long exhibition exploring the fusion of emotion, energy and structural form through richly layered mixed-media works that shift between abstraction and recognisable form.

FRI
11
SEP
Hughenden Manor Art Exhibition

πŸ“ Hughenden Manor National Trust

πŸ“… Friday to Sunday 10am-4:30pm

Bucks Artists and Makers, a Buckinghamshire based collective of more than 500 artists and makers, is pleased to present an exciting partnership with a major National Trust venue, Hughenden Manor.

SUN
13
SEP
5 Week Glass Fusing Course

πŸ“ Fired Works Chaltfont St Peter

πŸ“… Sunday 10am-12pm - Β£250

Suitable for absolute beginners or those wishing to improve their glass fusing skills.

 
πŸŽ—οΈ Support A Charity
THU
10
SEP
Bingo Night

πŸ“ The Old Millwrights Arms

πŸ“… Thursday 6:30pm-9pm - Β£10

Join us on Thursday 10th September at The Old Millwrights Arms for another fantastic evening of CASH BINGO!

SAT
12
SEP
Kop Hill Climb

πŸ“ Kop Hill Road

πŸ“… Saturday & Sunday 9am-6pm

Kop Hill Climb Festival is a vibrant annual motoring event held near Princes Risborough in Buckinghamshire, celebrating the history and heritage of hill climb racing while raising funds for local charities and good causes.

 
🀑 Comedy Shows
FRI
11
SEP
Comedy Club

πŸ“ Norman Bragg Studio, Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

πŸ“… Friday 8pm-10pm - Β£16

Comedy Club is back by popular demand with even more of the finest up-and-coming comedians from the UK’s prestigious comedy circuit, it’s the hottest Comedy Club in town!

SUN
13
SEP
Nish Kumar: Angry Humour From A Really Nice Guy

πŸ“ Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

πŸ“… Sunday 7:30pm-10pm - Β£30

Inequality is widening, autocracy is rising and political parties are collapsing.

 
🍎 Markets
🎡 Live Music

Stony Music Makers - Wednesday 9:30am-10:15am at Stony Stratford Library

The Collaboration Choir - Wednesday 7:30pm-9pm at Oakgrove Primary School, Milton Keynes

Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey - Thursday 7:30pm-10:30pm at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Allan Clayton & Paul Lewis - Thursday 6pm-8pm at Garsington Studios, Wallace Hill Farm, Stokenchurch, Buckinghamshire, HP14 3YF

Luke Daniels - Thursday at The Stables, Milton Keynes

Fairford Leys Community Choir - Thursday 10:30am-12:30pm at Fairford Leys Church, Faiford Leys, HP19 7HT

Aylesbury Lunchtime Music - Thursday from 12:45pm at St Mary's Church, Aylesbury

Centre Stage Open Mic At The Brewery Tap House - Thursday from 6:30pm at Brewery Tap House, 17 Twizel Close Milton Keynes

Zebra Jazz Jam - Thursday from 7:30pm at King's Arm Pub, Tring

Wendover Choral Society - Thursday 7:45pm-9:45pm at St Mary's Church, Wendover

From The Jam - Friday at Wycombe Swan

Girl Power Experience - Friday 7:30pm-10pm at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Leech - The Mad Squirrel Amersham - Friday 7:30pm-9:30pm at The Mad Squirrel, Amersham

The Gutter Brothers - Friday at The Stables, Milton Keynes

Tinlin - The Mad Squirrel High Wycombe - Friday 9pm-11:30pm at The Mad Squirrel, High Wycombe

Pimms, Poetry And A Little Music - Friday from 6pm at Milton's Cottage

Live Music At Cuba - Friday & Saturday from 6pm at RevoluciΓ³n de Cuba Milton Keynes

Off The Record - Unsigned Artists Showcase - Saturday 7:30pm-10:30pm at Queens Park Arts Centre and Limelight Theatre

Ricochet Blues Band - The Mad Squirrel Amersham - Saturday 9:30pm-10:30pm at The Mad Squirrel, Amersham

Elio Pace Live - Saturday at The Stables, Milton Keynes

Freddie Bennett Band - The Mad Squirrel High Wycombe - Saturday 9pm-11:30pm at The Mad Squirrel, High Wycombe

Acoustic Open Mic Night - Sunday 6:30pm-9pm at Queens Park Arts Centre and Limelight Theatre

Vaults Acoustic Music Workshop - Sunday from 12:30pm at The Vaults Bar, High Street, Stony Stratford

 
πŸ—“οΈ Just Around the Corner

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