What’s On in July 2025
Every Tuesday
Café Days
9.00am – 12.00pm at Loves Farm House, 17 Kester Way, St. Neots PE19 6SL – 6th and 20th “A slice of Seoul” – Korean inspired cakes, buns and cookies and the full cafe menu. 13th and 27th Little Dutch Bites – small fluffy pancakes and the full cafe menu.
Every Wednesday in term-time
Tots & Carers.
St James Church, Little Paxton. 11.00am. Contact Anita Bailey: ajlbailey@aol.com for more information
Mums on the Move Walking Group 10am – 11am
Meet outside Ambiance, Riverside Car Park, St Neots. Are you a Mum looking to make new friends or just get out and about and active, join our weekly walking group, bring baby in a bugger, toddler in a stroller or a tiny tot who fancy’s a trot!
Every Thursday
The 3Cs Café
The United Reformed Church, High Street St Neots, a warm welcome to everyone serving teas, coffees and homemade scones from 10.00am until 12 noon.
Cambridge Model Boat Club
We are a small group of model boat enthusiasts, and meet every Thursday weather permitting at Paxton Lake, nearest postcode; PE19 4ET to sail our boats. We have vacancies for new members. www.cambridgemodelboatclub.co.uk find us on Facebook. Tel 07523 416914 for more details.
St Neots Singers
Join our friendly community choir. We meet from 19.30 to 21.30 at the United Reformed Church, More’s Walk, St Neots, PE19 1BP. First session free. We will be singing songs from musicals and movies. For more information stneotssingerscc@gmail.com
Sue Ryder Bereavement Café – Olivers Café, Kimbolton High Street
10.00am – 12.00pm – Offering a place where anyone struggling with loss can come together, share, listen, or simply be in the company of those who understand. Open to everyone, no need to talk if you feel you don’t want to, no fees, just come along, grab a drink and take things at your own pace. Contact Regency Funeral Directors on 01480 759408 for more information or visit their website – www.regencyfuneraldirectors.co.uk
Café Dates – Three Sweet Treats 9.00am – 1.00pm
Loves Farm House, 17 Kester Way, St. Neots PE19 6SL Home baked goodies, followed by brunch, including full cafe menu.
Walk and Talk 4 Women
Our walk and talk for women group meets every Thursday evening at Paxton Pits, we meet at 6.15pm to walk at 6.30 pm. All women are welcome to walk, chat, laugh, and cry. We share and care.
Every Friday
Chatty Café Scheme, Chatter and Natter at All About Soul
10am – 12pm, Chatty Table available each Friday. Our table will be hosted by a friendly volunteer, do come along for a chat and a cuppa. 58 Market Square, St Neots, PE19 2AA. More information here: www.thechattycafescheme.co.uk/all-about-soul – It’s free, drop in.
Coffee Mornings – St James Church Little Paxton
10.30 ‘Drop-in’ for coffee & chat. £2 donation requested.
The Friendship Group
Every Friday morning at the Ex-Service Club, School Lane, Eaton Socon. 10am-12noon. We do tea, coffee, bacon rolls and sausage in a roll. Please pop in for a chat if you’re passing and get a free cup of tea/coffee. We do a quiz once a month. For more details, please call John on 07926 074440.
Bingo
Little Paxton Village Hall, Doors open at 7.30, eyes down at 8.00pm. Raffle and refreshments in the interval. Over 18’s only. Information from k9page@gmail.com
Friendship club
Everyone Welcome, The United Reformed Church, High Street, St Neots. 2pm to 4pm. We have a varied event programme: Guest speakers, Games, raffle. Refreshments. For details email Biddy or Mavis: glendaw722@gmail.com
Good Company Café
Every Friday 10am – 11.30am at St Neots Evangelical Church, Cambridge Street, St Neots, PE19 1PL. Coffee, cake and conversation for older members of our community. Fun quizzes and an encouraging word from God’s word. All free. All welcome. Contact Graham on 07741 483782
Every Saturday
Walk and Talk 4 Men
9.15am for 9.30 start walk and talk, giving men time to walk, talk and connect. Great company, amazing setting and all men are welcome. walkandtalk4menstneots@gmail.com Meet at Ambiance Café in Riverside Park St Neots.
The United Reformed Church Tea Shop
Tea Shop Open in the United Reformed Church, St Neots, open from 10.00 am until 12 noon. Teas, coffees and homemade scones. All welcome.
Every Sunday
Walk and Talk 4 Women
We are a friendly group of women that meet Every Sunday morning. We meet outside the Ambiance Cafe on the Riverside carpark at 10.45 to walk at 11.00. We then return to the Ambiance Cafe for refreshments and further chatting. Women supporting Women.
Tuesday 1st July
St Neots Folk Club – Milton Hyde
Live music, 7.30pm -9.45. The Eatons Community Centre. 18 The Maltings. www.stneotsfolkclub.co.uk
Little Paxton Local History Group, St James’ Church, Little Paxton
1.30 – 3.30pm. For further information contact Annette 01480 211048 Email canonannettereed@gmail.com
Wednesday 2nd July
Little Paxton Gardening Club Summer Club Visit – The Manor House, Fenstanton.
Club members ONLY. Must be booked in advance. Please call Paula Hayward for more details 07717 846712.
St Neots Acorn Cancer Support Group
We meet on the first Wednesday of each month at McNish Court, Granville Way, Eaton Socon, PE19 8PE from 10.30am – 12.30pm. For more information call 07522 925648
Read A Little Aloud for Adults – 2pm – 3pm – St Neots Library
Come along to this friendly, relaxed hour for adults to listen to readings, stories and poems. No need to book, just call in.
Saturday 5th July
Simply Saturday – First Saturday of Every month – Bring & share lunch At St James Church, Little Paxton
12.30pm followed by entertainment /activities at around 1.30. £3 donation requested. For more information please contact: Christine Barker 07742 190078
Stables Christian Centre Coffee Shop – Kimbolton Road, Bolnhurst, MK44 2ES
2pm – 4.30pm – Enjoy a warm welcome, lovely atmosphere, and tasty treats at our July Coffee Shop. You can combine our woodland walk, or a longer circular walk from the property, with browsing our products (preserves, plants, and crafts) and sampling our delicious homemade cakes with your tea or coffee. Dogs on leads are welcome too. Tel No: 01234 376237
email: admin@stableschristiancentre.co.uk www.stableschristiancentre.co.uk Facebook: stableschristiancentre
Sunday 6th July
Pride in St Neots Coffee Catch up – second Sunday of each month
11am — 12.30pm. All are welcome, The Chaii Hub, St Neots.
Friends of Paxton Pits 30th Anniversary Open Day
10am – 4.00pm @ Paxton Pits Nature Reserve, Visitor Centre, High Street, Little Paxton, PE19 6ET
Please join us to celebrate the Friends’ 30th anniversary and to enjoy the nature reserve that we all know and care for. Events will take place all day at the Visitor Centre and Wildlife Trust BCN Education Centre, and out on the Reserve. Save the Date!! www.paxton-pits.org.uk
Monday 7th July
Cambs Backgammon Club – 7.00pm at The Waggon and Horses, Eaton Socon
All ages welcome, and all standards from beginner to expert, as we enjoy an evening of the world’s oldest game. And if you’ve never tried before, we can teach you! Email julia@ukbgf.com, tel 0777 3918223.
St Neots Astronomical Association
Solar observing plus Amateur studies of mars by Richard McKin.
Solar observing starts at 6.00 pm if we have clear skies. Talk starts at 7.30 We meet at Paxton Pits visitor centre (PE19 6ET) on the First Monday of the Month (Second Monday if it’s a bank holiday). Checkout our website, SNAA.co.uk for our Solar watches which have an earlier start time. Non-Members welcome – The first visit is free.
Tuesday 8th July
St Neots Folk Club – Louise and Chris Rogan
Live music, 7.30pm -9.45. The Eatons Community Centre. 18 The Maltings. www.stneotsfolkclub.co.uk
Wednesday 9th July
A Bandmaster’s Life 10.30am – 12noon – St Neots Library
Graham Sheldon is the master of RAF Wyton Area Voluntary Band. Graham will share the inside story of his life, from learning music as a youngster to becoming the Bandmaster at RAF Wyton. Free event, donations welcome. To book your place, call into St Neots Library or email: stneots.referral@cambridgeshire.gov.uk
Saturday 12th July
Paxfest and Fun Dog Show
12.00pm – 5.15pm at QE11 Playing Field, Little Paxton, PE19 6EY. With live music, stalls, BBQ, Games, Petting Farm, Circus Avago, Magic Show, Miniature Railway and much more
Little Paxton Gardening Club Plant Sale at Paxfest
Annual Fund Raising Event – Come to buy a variety of plants at bargain prices and find out more about our Club.
Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th July
Shuttleworth Summer Fete Open Weekend 10am – 18.30pm
Back by popular demand – join us for an unforgettable weekend with our Summer Fete at Shuttleworth on Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 July 2025, where we’ll transform the picturesque grounds into a lively hub of entertainment and excitement for the whole family. This year we’re expanding the event to include everything Shuttleworth has to offer including the Collection and Swiss Garden, Lakeside Parkland and Shuttleworth House. Tickets only £5.00 for adults and kids go FREE! www.shuttleworth.org/product/sf25/
Saturday 12th and 26th July
St Neots Farm and Craft Market – held on the second and forth Saturday of each month – NEW MARKET HOURS
St Neots Market Square 9.00am – 2.00pm. All traders are local producers and craft markers directly involved with the preparation and production of the foods and crafts sold.
Monday 14th July
Royal Naval Assoc. St. Neots & District – Third Monday of Each month
Meet at 19.30 to 21.30 at the St Neots Rugby Club, New Street, St Neots. All serving and former members of HM Forces and their families are welcome.
Tuesday 15th July
The U3A monthly meeting – Jeanette Moser – Everyone Has A Story To Tell
The Eatons Community Centre – 2.00pm – 4.00pm
Jeanette relates with wit and wisdom, how she researched and published her family history from the late 1800’s to the present day. Her aim being to encourage all to preserve memories for generations to come. She covers her mothers and fathers escape from Nazi Berlin to Palestine then South Africa, where she was born. Her own life growing up as a six-year-old Jewish girl, in a convent as a boarder. An inspirational, witty and popular talk that will keep the group enthralled and inspire many to record their own life history for posterity. Open to all, free entrance and with tea or coffee served at the conclusion of the meeting.
St Neots Folk Club – Patakas (Jo and Will Sartin)
Live music, 7.30pm -9.45. The Eatons Community Centre. 18 The Maltings. www.stneotsfolkclub.co.uk
Royal British Legion St Neots & Eaton Socon Branch. (Third Tuesday of the month – except August has no meeting)
6.45-8.30pm. St. Neots Indoor Bowling Club, River Road, Eaton Ford, St. Neots. New members welcome whether you are ex-forces or just interested in making a difference. Contact Email: rblstneots@gmail.com (01480) 810848.
Ladies Who Latte – St Neots – 10am-12pm at The Shake Hut 40 High St, St. Neots PE19 1JA
This is a friendly group of professional women who meet on the third Tuesday of every month to connect, share ideas and support each other in a relaxed and welcoming way while having a nice cuppa or a milkshake. For more info: pilarsifas@gmail.com
Thursday 17th July
Loves Farm WI- Open Meeting – NOTE PERMANENT CHANGE OF VENUE
The Church Rooms, St Neots Parish Church, PE19 2BU at 7:30pm. First meeting is free to see if joining the WI is for you. This month’s event is Forgotten Places lovesfarmladieswi@gmail.com www.lovesfarmladieswi.co.uk
Souper Lunch
Berkley St Methodist Church, Eynesbury, PE19 2NB, every 3rd Thursday. Come and join us for fresh homemade soup, with bread, tea and cake, just £2.50. A warm welcome awaits! Further info from Judith 07766 600176.
Huntingdonshire Fauna & Flora Society Meeting
The meeting is held on the 3rd Thursday of the month between October – March in Brampton Memorial Hall, Thrapston Road, Brampton, Huntingdon. PE28 4TB. Founded in 1948 the objective of the Society is to promote the study, conservation and recording of wildlife throughout Huntingdonshire and Peterborough. www.hffs.co.uk
Saturday 19th July
Paxton Pits Nature Reserve – Dragonfly Day
Everyone welcome to join us. There will be two different walks into the reserve, one at 11am and one at 2pm with local experts. Join either or both walks to identify and learn about these amazing insects.
Monday 21st July
Cambs Backgammon Club – 7.00pm at The Waggon and Horses, Eaton Socon
All ages welcome, and all standards from beginner to expert, as we enjoy an evening of the world’s oldest game. And if you’ve never tried before, we can teach you! Email julia@ukbgf.com, tel 07773 918223.
Tuesday 22nd July
St Neots Folk Club – Open Stage
Live music, 7.30pm -9.45. The Eatons Community Centre. 18 The Maltings. www.stneotsfolkclub.co.uk
Thursday 24th July
St Neots & District Gardening Club – St Mary’s Church Hall, Brook Street, St Neots – TBA
Our meetings for 2025 start at 7.30, members £3.00, Non members welcome £4.00.
Chemical Warfare (and Co-operation) in the Garden by Dr. Gwenda Kyd
Fish & Chip Lunch
St James Church Little Paxton, 12.30 to 2pm – £8 per person. Booking required. Contact Alison Bowles 01480 473465
Friday 25th July
U3A Meet and Greet – Last Friday of Each month
Upstairs in The Priory Centre, New Street, open from 10.30am – 11.30am A chance to see what our many and varied interest groups do. Everyone is welcome.
Saturday 26th July
Shuttleworth Summer Air Show 2025 10.00am – 8.00pm
Spend a summer’s day with us as we open our gates for a fun and relaxed family air show. Experience breath-taking displays of both visiting and Collection aircraft, explore our extensive Collection of vehicles and aircraft, and take a stroll through our Regency Garden. Make the most of free activities at our Discovery Zones and enjoy classic rides and attractions at our fun fair. AND the appearance of the Lancaster, Spitfire and Hurricane from the Royal Air Force’s Battle of Britain Memorial Flight! We’ll also have a great range of delicious food and drink on offer as you while away the evening together as a family. www.shuttleworth.org/product/summer-air-show-2025/
The Angels Foundation UK Ladies Walk and Talk – Hinchingbrooke Country Park – PE29 6DB
Meeting outside the Café at 10:45am ready to walk for 11:00am Contact: Caroline 07729 191072 or email support@propertyangelsfoundation.org or message us via Facebook.
Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th July
St Neots Rowing Regatta
The Regatta is one of the largest in the country where crews from both local rowing clubs and further afield take to the Ouse to compete, attracting hundreds of spectators to Riverside Park over the weekend.
Rhymetime at Love’s Farm House
10.15am – 10.45am – Join staff from St Neots Library for a special summer Rhymetime at Love’s Farm House. We’ll be singing lots of songs and rhymes. For families with children aged 0 – 5 years.
Free, no need to book, drop in and join in the fun!
Tuesday 29th July
St Neots Folk Club – Round the Room – Performers and audience welcome.
Live music, 7.30pm -9.45. The Eatons Community Centre. 18 The Maltings. www.stneotsfolkclub.co.uk
Library Visit for RhymeTime at Loves Farm House
10.15-10.45am. Suitable for under 5’s, it is free with no need to book. Loves Farm House, Loves Farm, 17 Kester Way, St. Neots PE19 6SL
Silver Rock Craft Club
10.15 – 11.45am sessions cost £10 and can be booked with Silver Rock directly at silver-rock@hotmail.co.uk @ Loves Farm House, , Loves Farm, 17 Kester Way, St. Neots PE19 6SL
Paxton Pictures at Little Paxton Church:
2pm – ‘West Side Story’ – Musical starring Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer. No need to book. Free admission. Donations welcome. Assorted refreshments available.
Wednesday 30th July
Pressed Flowers Workshop – 10.30am – 12noon
Get started with the art of pressed flowers. We will combine it with poetry to make a nature-inspired piece of art. Build your very own flower press too. For children aged 8 – 12 years. £4 per child. Call in to St Neots Library to book your place
Future Dates for your Diary…
16th August 2025
St Neots Charity Dragon Boat Race
16th November 2025
St Neots Half Marathon ( Entries open 1st August)
30th November 2025
St Neots Christmas Light Switch On
