Quakers around the world are celebrating the 400th anniversary of the birth of their faith’s founder, George Fox. In Abingdon, the local Quaker meeting is marking this milestone with a special meeting at St Ethelwold’s House. Visitors are invited to experience firsthand the quiet, contemplative nature of a Quaker meeting and enjoy a celebratory cake in honour of Fox’s birthday.

Enjoy two exciting classical music concerts this autumn at St Michael’s Church in Abingdon!

Concert 1 (Oct 6): Renowned pianist Huw Rhys James returns with a program featuring works by Haydn, Chopin, and Brahms.
Concert 2 (Oct 20): Local Pavlova Winds performs music by Holst and Hindemith.
Tickets are £12 for adults and £10 for concessions, with free entry for accompanied children under 16. Purchase tickets at the door or online:

Huw Rhys James piano recital: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DTWR
Pavlova Winds concert: https://www.trybooking.com/uk/DTWT

Proceeds will support the church.

Abingdon’s historic Michaelmas Fair transforms the town centre and Ock Street from Sunday to Tuesday. It has already transformed the meadow by the Ock Bridge as some rides and caravans got here early.

Peter Foster leads a group of eight singers on a musical journey through the history of St. Helen’s Church. Moving through the five aisles, the singers will perform a diverse repertoire reflecting the different eras of the building, from Saxon to Victorian.

Proceeds from this event will be shared between St. Helen’s Church and Helen and Douglas House.