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Walks, Workshops & Arias 🎭
Plus a ticket giveaway for Wycombe Jazz Fest, bushcraft morning for families, outdoor opera, 2 history walks & more.
Wycombe Pulse
May 15, 2025
Good morning, Wycombe!
It’s the Wycombe Pulse. Your local newsletter that’s the proud owner of a new favourite word, “apricate” [verb, intransitive, rare, from the Latin apricus]: to bask in the sun.
There’s plenty on in town this week, even if you plan on spending most of your time apricating. Try these on for size:
Wycombe Sinfonia’s 40th anniversary concert 🎼
Terrarium workshop at the Front Room 🌵
Not 1, but 2 history walks 🏛️
Plus sushi making, a foraging workshop, live music aplenty, a ticket giveaway to Wycombe Jazz Festival, family fun, and much more.
Brought to you by… Wild Arts
🎭 An Afternoon of Opera – A Picnic Concert Like No Other 🎶
Sunday 8 June | Hall Barn, near Beaconsfield
Picnics from 1pm | Performance at 3pm
Opera under open skies, in one of Buckinghamshire's most beautiful private estates 🌳✨
Join Wild Arts in association with the Chiltern Shakespeare Company for a dazzling 75-minute musical journey filled with comedy, romance, jealousy and intrigue — told through the iconic opera arias of Handel, Mozart, Rossini, Puccini, Verdi and music theatre showstoppers from Gershwin, Rodgers, Bernstein and Sondheim.
With a bar, ice creams, tea and coffee available — and the freedom to enjoy your own picnic on the lawn — this is summer escapism at its most elegant.
🎟️ Tickets and more info can be found here 👈🏼
Editor’s Highlights
Bushcraft Morning for Families at Wycombe Museum on Sunday 18th May at 10am — a morning of whittling, fire lighting, knot tying, cooking on the campfire and more 🔥
‘The Imposing High Street in High Wycombe in 60 Minutes’ Walk on Monday 19th May at 10.30am — A Walking Wycombe with Willie walk that starts and ends at the Guildhall. Learn about Buckingham House, why Wycombe was a ‘rotten borough’, plus the Weighing the Mayor tradition 🚶🏻♀️
Sushi Making Workshop at The Front Room on Saturday 17th May at 11am — learn how to make 4 different kinds of authentic sushi 🍣
Foraging for Edible and Medicinal Plants on Marlow Common on Thursday 15th May at 12pm — join Fred the Forager on this sustainable springtime adventure 🍄
Wycombe Sinfonia 40th Anniversary Concert at All Saints Church on Saturday 17th May at 7.30pm — with works by Vivaldi, Mendelssohn, Barber and more, highlighting each section of the orchestra 🎼
Wycombe Creatives Exhibition 🎭
The Wheatsheaf | Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays to 25th May | 10am-3pm
I had the pleasure of checking out the new Wycombe Creatives Exhibition on Tuesday night - it’s an absolute must-see. Three floors of this stunning historic building are packed with art, fashion, photography — plus a treasure trove of Wycombe history and memorabilia. Check it out before it goes!
Entertainment
Adult Farm Night at Odds Farm Park on Friday 16th May at 6pm — animal encounters, giant soft play, outdoor adventure play… what more could you want? 🐷
Daytime Clubbing at Trilogy on Saturday 17th May at 4pm — for the over 30s keen to relive the peak of the 80s, 90s and 00s clubbing scene 🪩
Eurovision Evening at Piddington Village Hall on Saturday 17th May at 7pm — bring your own drinks and nibbles to watch on the big screen. Prize for best costume! 🇪🇺
HW & District Model Railway Society Open Day on Duke Street on Saturday 17th May from 10am-3pm — come and see the current projects and join in with the operations
Singles Dinner Party at Dolphin Eye on Saturday 17th May at 6.30pm — a dining party with table rotations, followed by entertainment from DJ John Johnny.
Live Music 🎸 🎷
🎤 Open Mic Night at Mad Squirrel on Thursday from 8pm
🎶 Big George - Live Lounge (blues, soul, jazz) at the Front Room on Friday from 7pm
🎤 Under 18s Open Mic at Wycombe Arts Centre on Friday from 7pm
🎶 Ellis & Green Duo (classic covers) at Mad Squirrel on Friday from 8pm
🎶 Cage of Bones (modern and classic rock) at Belle Vue on Friday at 8pm
🎶 AJ Acoustix (acoustic anthems/indie/punk) at Mad Squirrel on Saturday from 8pm
🎨🎵 DAFT Art & Music Fundraiser at Wycombe Arts Centre on Saturday from 6.30pm
🎶 Stealworks (classic covers) at Belle Vue on Saturday
🎶 Andy White (folk, Irish) at Kingsmead House on Sunday from 5pm
🎶 Chequers Folk (acoustic) at The Barn, Cherry Tree Farm on Tuesday at 8pm
🎼 Classical
🎻 The Instrumentalist: A Journey Through Colour & Music (Vivaldi, Correlli and Tartini) at St Peter & St Paul’s Church on Friday at 7.30pm
🎹 Bach: His Contemporaries and Influences (choir, organ) at All Saints Church, Marlow on Saturday at 7.30pm
🎻 Renewal: The Lark Ascending (strings + juggler acrobats) at Wycombe Abbey on Tuesday at 7.30pm
For the Whole Family…
Friends & Family Funday at HW Cricket Club on Sunday 18th May from 12-5.30pm — come and enjoy the Women’s team first home league match, plus bouncy castle, fairground rides, cricket games and food 🏏
Children’s Day at the Bricklayers Arms on Saturday 17th May from 1pm — funfair games and karaoke.
ParkPlay at Booker Rec launching Saturday 17th May from 10.30am — fun for all ages with games and activities among your local community.
🎷 WIN a Family Ticket to Wycombe Jazz Festival! 🎉 PLUS signed merch from headliner David Kofi & the brilliant MLN Ensemble! |
Get ready for a full day of live jazz & good vibes right in the heart of High Wycombe 🎶🌞 Here's what's up for grabs: To enter: 🎷 Enter here on Facebook before 7pm on Monday 19th May! Full event info at 👉 wycombejazzfestival.com |
Time for You
1-day Wellness Retreat at Waddesdon Hall on Sunday 18th May from 9.30am-4pm — a day of pure indulgence in self-care for mind, body and spirit 🧘🏻♀️
Cactus & Succulent Terrarium Workshop at the Front Room on Sunday 18th May at 11am — create your own terrarium 🌵
Felting Bluebells Workshop at the Apple Orchard on Monday 19th May at 5pm.
(Slightly) Off The Beaten Track wine tasting adventure at Majestic on Friday 16th May from 6-8pm — discover some lesser known favourites 🍷
Paint & Sip Party at The Crown, Penn on Thursday 15th May at 7.30pm.
Candle Making Workshop at The Walled Garden on Friday 16th May at 10am 🕯️
🥾 Roald Dahl Meets Midsomer Misbourne Walk
Roald Dahl Museum | Saturday 17th May | 11am
A 4.5-mile Chilterns Walking Festival walk through countryside that inspired Roald Dahl — and featured in Midsomer Murders. Imagination and intrigue guaranteed. ✍🏼
🛍️ Markets & Shopping
Flackwell Heath Market at the Three Horseshoes Pub on Saturday 17th May from 9am-12pm.
St Peter’s Plant & Craft Sale at St Peter’s Church on Saturday 17th May from 10am-1pm 🌺
Record/CD Fair at Wycombe Arts Centre on Sunday 18th May from 9.30am-3pm 💽
Hazlemere Gardening Association Charity Plant Sale at Cedar Barn on Sunday 18th May from 10am-12pm 🌿
Fancy a Short Drive?
🎶 Pub in the Park – Marlow (Thu 15 – Sun 18 May)
Join Tom Kerridge and friends for a weekend of food, drinks and live music. Family-friendly activities make it a perfect outing for all ages.
🚂 Steam, Classic & Country Fair – Bucks Railway Centre (Sat 17 & Sun 18 May)
Experience a nostalgic journey with a display of steam engines, vintage vehicles, and miniature railways. Plus rides, games, and food stalls.
🏛️ Jewish Country Houses Talk – Weston Library, Oxford (Tue 20 May, 5pm)
Delve into the rich history of Jewish country houses in Britain, including Hughenden. This insightful talk explores the cultural and architectural significance of these estates, offering a unique perspective on British heritage.
✍🏼 Alyce Chaucer Festival – Ewelme (Fri 16 – Sun 18 May)
Celebrate the life of Alyce Chaucer, granddaughter of Geoffrey Chaucer, in the picturesque village of Ewelme. The festival features lectures, maypole dancing and family-friendly activities that bring the medieval era to life.
🐶 Spring Fair & Dog Show – Stokenchurch Dog Rescue (Sat 17 May, 12–4pm)
Support a good cause while enjoying a fun-filled day with your furry friends. The fair includes a dog show, live music, food stalls, games and more.
Sports and Activities
WALKING
🥾 Chilterns Walking Festival running from Saturday 10th May to 1st June — there are over 60 guided countryside walks to choose from across the Chilterns. See the full programme here.
GOLF
⛳️ Ladies & Girls Try Golf Day at Hazlemere Golf Club on Sunday 18th May at 10am — suitable for beginners or those getting back into golf. All equipment supplied.
FOOTBALL
⚽️ Wycombe Wanderers vs Charlton Athletic away on Thursday 15th May: KO 8pm.
CRICKET
🏏 HWCC 2nd XI vs Old Merchant Taylors CC 1st XI at HWCC on Saturday 17th May at 12pm
🏏 HWCC Womens 1st XI vs Stewkley Vicarage CC Womens 1st XI on Sunday 18th May at 11am
🏏 HWCC Womens 1st XI vs Cookham Dean CC Womens 1st XI on Sunday at 4pm
RUNNING
🏃🏻♂️ Ridge Off Roader in Bledlow Ridge on Sunday 18th May - 10k, 1k and half marathon.
🏃🏻♂️ Cookham Run on Sunday 18th May at 10.30am — 5k and 10k riverside trail runs.
Regular runs:
- Parkrun 5km on The Rye (meet at the Lido) at 9am on Saturday 17th May.
- Junior Parkrun 2km on The Rye (meet at Pann Mill) at 9am on Sunday 18th May
- Risborough Run In The Park at Wades Park on Sunday 18th May at 9am.
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Weather in Wycombe
Anyone else getting worried that we’re using up all the sunny weather before we actually get to summer…?
Friday
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Saturday
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Sunday
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