Bicester Blog

Stay in touch with Bicester Concert Band in 2025

In 2024 we went along to one of Bicester Concert Bands performances at St Edburg’s Church. Here are a few photos.

Coffee morning held at St Edburg's Church 

We went along to the Christmas Tree Festival on the weekend. It was an enjoyable time getting into the Christmas spirit. We enjoyed warm refreshments and the cosiness the fairy lights provided. Here are a few photos.

Cafe 103 the warm space for the cold and winter months

We recently visited Café 103 at Bicester Methodist Church pictured below. We spoke with Cafe 103 manager Cathy Bishop who showed us around and explained what Cafe 103 is all about.

Bicester Art Club Exhibition at Bicester Library

On Saturday we visited the Bicester Art Club exhibition at Bicester Library. We saw lots of beautifully created artworks from landscapes and other varieties of art.

Visit Lisseters of Bicester when you visit Bicester

We are loving taking a deep dive into Bicester’s history recently. Every day we are hearing of awesome stories of how Bicester has developed over the decades. Another contributor to Bicester’s heritage is a place called Lisseters of Bicester an established antiques and furniture antique dealer.

We attended the Wednesday Business Club Expo

Last week we joined up with the Wednesday Business Club attending their annual expo.

Join the Knit and Natter group every Monday at Bicester Library

We went along to Knit and Natter today at Bicester Library. This is a community group that takes place every Monday at the library from 2.30pm to 4pm. Here is their poster.

Remembrance Sunday 2024 at Market Square

We went along to take photos of Remembrance Sunday at Market Square. It was a tranquil few hours. Market Square was closed off and we listened to stories of people who have served in the armed forces. 

We visited Bicester Foodbank to learn more about what they do

We popped into Bicester Foodbank yesterday to learn more about what they do for the local community.

Open Doors Café based at Bicester Methodist Church

This week we joined the Open Doors Café based at Bicester Methodist Church. They provide a warm and comfortable space for people who can meet and make new friends. The cafe is open every Friday from 12pm to 1.30pm providing a free delicious meal.

Get involved with parkrun every Saturday at Langford Fields

We went along to parkrun on Saturday to take photos of the runners taking part. For those of you who have never heard of parkrun before then let’s give you a short summary of this weekly event.

Nash's Bakery that opened the doors of their bakery in 1929

If you’re going to visit Bicester, then we would recommend you pay Nash’s Bakery a visit. Here is the shop situated on Sheep Street.

Events held at Bicester Library

Last week we were at Bicester Library talking up the Knit and Natter group. This group is a great place to meet new friends, enjoy a warm space, and to enjoy a bit of company. This is just one event that the library host.

More festive fun activities this Christmas in Bicester

The popular Christmas lights trail will be back at Garth House in Garth Park this year. The park will be transformed into a sea of colourful lights bringing out everyone’s Christmas spirit. Here is a photo.

Photos of Bicester before and after: The Causeway and Church Street

We have been writing about all kinds of events happening in Bicester this last month. From the Christmas lights switch on, parkrun, Cafe 103 and all kinds of community groups. We thought next up we'll look at few photos from Bicester's past and present starting at the Causeway of the town and up Church Street. 

Bicester Heritage Scramble 2025 dates announced

Last month we attended the Scramble at Bicester Heritage. We have learned today that the Scramble event have announced their 2025 dates. Here they are listed below.

Bicester Christmas light switch 2024 at Market Square

Christmas is fast approaching. We are getting excited to see the Christmas lights being switched on in Bicester at Market Square on Saturday the 30^th of November.