Community News

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21 July 2026

Gardening Club – Annual Flower and Produce Show

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Our Annual Show returns to bring together the very best in gardening, baking, crafting and photography. With 73 classes, there are plenty of opportunities to enter, whether you’re an experienced…

South Marston Summer Fete & Party in the Park - 25th July 2026

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15 July 2026

South Marston Party in the Park

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Make a note of the date, Saturday the 25th of July, 2.30pm – late. Entry is free, though there will be a £2 charge to park a car. For the…

South Marston Community News - July 2026

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10 July 2026

Issue 65: July 2026 Community News

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It’s now just a couple of weeks to go until the Summer Fete / Party in the Park at the Village Recreation Ground, taking place on Saturday 25th of July.…

Royal National Association of Lifeboats vehicle and lifeguards

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15 June 2026

Friendly Club talk by The Royal National Lifeboat Association

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Gareth Morris will explain about the work of the Royal National Lifeboat Association. After his talk you can enjoy tea/coffee, biscuits and a raffle. As it is hot, we will…

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3 June 2026

Friendly Club AGM then talk by The Air Ambulance – Our History

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Talk by The Air Ambulance – Our History, which follows the Friendly Club AGM. For more information please email smfriendlyclub@gmail.com

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12 May 2026

Have Your Say on Village Matters

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South Marston residents are invited to drop in to see the displays, discuss matters of interest or concern and make your views known. Featuring: Come and talk to the developers’…

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11 May 2026

Friendly Club – Cotswolds Coach Trip

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Visiting Moreton-in-Marsh and then on to Chipping Camden. For more information, please email smfriendlyclub@gmail.com.

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11 May 2026

Gardening Club Plant Sale

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Free entry. Browse a fantastic selection of affordable plants and take home something special. All at a reasonable price. Annuals Fruit plants Herbs House plants Perennials Potted flowerpots Shrubs Vegetable…

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8 May 2026

Issue 64: May 2026 Community News

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This edition opens with an intriguing discovery following recent clearance work at South Marston Brook. Steel grids recovered from a blockage have been identified as World War II relics, originally…

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15 April 2026

Community News May edition delivery

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The May edition of Community News will be available on the website from Friday 8th of May, with printed copies distributed over the weekend.

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1 event 7 1 event, 7 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Gardening Club Talk – Inspiring Life of Gertrude Jekyll September 7 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Gardening Club Talk – Inspiring Life of Gertrude Jekyll A fascinating illustrated talk exploring the life, work, and lasting influence of Gertrude Jekyll, one of Britain's most celebrated garden designers. Former Head Gardener at Hestercombe Gardens for 18 years, […] £5	1 event 8 1 event, 8 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Friendly Club Talk – Plastic Free Swindon September 8 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Friendly Club Talk – Plastic Free Swindon A presentation by Ben Bell, detailing the negative impacts of plastic bottles. For more information, please email smfriendlyclub@gmail.com	0 events 9 0 events, 9	0 events 10 0 events, 10	0 events 11 0 events, 11	0 events 12 0 events, 12	0 events 13 0 events, 13
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