Temporary closure of Binton South (Welford) bridge, 29.09.25 – 01.10.25

It is necessary to close Binton Bridge South, north of Welford next to The Four Alls public house for 3 days (29th September to 1st October) in order to resurface the carriageway over the bridge. This is the final operation in connection with major refurbishment of this historic bridge undertaken over the last year. Access across the bridge for pedestrians …

ArtBase ‘swallow in watercolour’, Tuesday 16th September

Join ArtBase on Tuesday 16th September 10-11.30am at Church Rooms, Bidford, and learn how to paint a swallow in watercolour. All materials are provided, you just need to turn up! All abilities welcome! Cost £12 including tea, coffee and biscuits. Pay on the door or online at www.art-base.co.uk For more info email info@art-base.co.uk

Arty Avon watercolour taster session, Mon 15th September

Join Arty Avon for a watercolour taster session on Monday 15th September, 1-2.30pm at Church Hall, Bidford. Beginners to experts, all 18+ welcome. This is a free session (small donations welcomed). For more info email artyavon@gmail.com

Bidford Rubbish Friends litter pick, Saturday 13th September

Join Bidford Rubbish Friends for their next litter pick on Saturday 13th September 10.30am – 12.30pm. Meet outside the fire station. All ages welcome, family friendly and all equipment is provided. For more info email bidfordrubbishfriends@hotmail.com

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Messy Church Harvest Festival, Saturday 20th September

Messy Church Harvest Festival Saturday 20th September 2 – 4pm at St Laurence’s Church, Bidford Fun, activities, food and celebration for families with children of all ages with a Harvest theme No need to book Free (donation welcome) For more information email c.leahy@yahoo.co.uk

Race Night at Broom Village Hall, Saturday 11th October

Join us for Race Night @ Broom Village Hall Saturday, 11th October 2025, 7:00pm – First race 7:30pm All welcome for a fun evening at the races! Entry – £4:00 at the door which includes a free drink at the Bar Licensed Bar – please note this is a cash only venue. Why not sponsor a race for only £30.00 …

Bidford Gardening Society talk, Thursday 18th September

BIDFORD ON AVON & DISTRICT GARDENING SOCIETY Thursday, 18th September 2025 The Crawford Memorial Hall, Bidford on Avon 7.15pm for 7.30pm All are welcome to join us for a talk on ‘Herbs and the Urban Herb story’. Presented by Andy Perry. Andy started growing plants to help fund his university tuition fees. He and his wife now run a successful …

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Alcester South Police, Warwickshire Connected survey

It’s that time once again where we ask members of the public to complete a very short survey in relation to priorities and concerns in your area which you would like addressed. The deadline for this survey is 23:59hrs on 14/09/2025, participation in this short survey will help shape what matters most to you and what the local police team …