For the most comprehensive “What’s On” guide in Abingdon, visit the Town Council’s Local Information Centre at Roysse Court (same entrance as the Registry Office). Staff are available at the desk to answer questions and provide additional details beyond what’s listed.

The Abingdon Horticultural Society Spring Show will be on at the Northcourt Centre on Saturday 29th March, 2pm – 4pm. The main event is a display of spring flowers. There are also baking, crafts and photography.

The Abingdon Peace Pole’s first Anniversary – “Let’s Build Bridges Not Walls” – will be on Saturday 5th April, 3pm – 4:30pm at St Ethelwold’s Garden (indoors if wet). There will be a short ceremony to celebrate the Peace Pole, followed by refreshments, live music, and circle dancing (weather permitting).

On 5th April at 7:30pm at St Helen’s Church there will be a concert featuring local young organists and choral music by the Helenstowe Consort.

Abingdon Operatic Society will be performing Charlie and the Chocolate Factory from 8th – 12th April, 7:30pm (Sat Matinee 2:30pm) at The Amey Theatre, Abingdon School. This is a musical stage adaptation of Roald Dahl’s story. Get your Golden Ticket at www.abingdonoperatic.co.uk.