SEPTEMBER

05: ‘Rock Bottom Music Festival’ at Marlow Bottom Playing Fields, 12:00-22:00, adults £20, children £7.50, family £50, tickets available from the Marlow Information Centre, Marlow Library, Institute Road – 01628 483597.

05: ‘Twelfth Night’ Outdoor Theatre at Cliveden, Taplow, 19:00, Adults £16.50, Children (3-16 years) £10 – 0844 249 1895.

05: ‘Cookham Regatta, at Marsh Meadow, The Moor, SL6 9SB, race in canoe-cats, dragon boats or row boats, fun family dog show, children’s rides, bouncy castle, Pimms bar, local curry & Thai food, 11:00-17:00, £5 adults, £1 under 16’s.

06: ‘Make Bucks Bobbin Lace’ at Marlow Museum, Court Garden, Pound Lane, come and try something new with our expert Pamela Nottingham, children can make something to take home, 13:00-17:00, free.

06: Genpack Pharmalink Maidenhead Half Marathon | www.purplepatchrunning.com

06: Chiltern 21 Cycle & Family Fun Day, The Meadow, Clare Charity Centre, Saunderton, 11:00-16:00, 21 mile family cycle through the Chiltern Countryside. Cycle entry £15, Fun Day £2.50 pp www.chiltern21.org

06+12: ‘Wild Food Walk’ turn up for something tasty at Hughenden, walk with our Ranger and discover what ‘wild foods’ we can find in the countryside, £4, 14:00-15:30 – 01494 755573.

06-20: ‘Speen Festival 2015’ – www.speenfestival.org

08: Marlow & District Horticultural Society “Seasonal Floral Demonstrations” speaker Jackie Watson at Liston Hall, 20:00 – 01628 486206.

07: Wildlife in Cookham “Bat talk & walk”, 19:00 | www.meetup.com/cookham-wildlife-supporters/

08: Maidenhead Heritage Centre “River Thames Historical Cruise” |booking 01628 780555 |www.maidenheadheritage.org.uk

08: Careers Bucks –Marlow Support Group – ‘Eat Well and Feel Good?’ at the Community Lounge, Brooke Furmston Place, Little Marlow Road, 10:00-12:00 – 0300 777 2722.

08: ‘Man and Matter – Arts Walks’ join one of our Arts Ambassadors for a free guided walk around our 2015 contemporary art exhibition, find out more about the works of artist Corinne Felgate at Hughenden Manor, 15:00-16:00 – 01494 755573.

10: ‘Monthly Tea Dance’ by the Marlow Community Association, 14.00-16.00, Liston Hall.

10: ‘Charity Fashion Show’ at The Crowne Plaza, Marlow, a stunning catwalk, showcasing the latest trends from Eden Shopping Centre and Marlow High Street, supporting Macmillan Cancer Support, £12.50 per ticket with a glass of bubbles on arrival – 01628 496800.

10-13: ‘Heritage Open Days’

10: Heritage Open Day “Bisham Abbey & All Saints Church, Bisham 10:00 – 16:00 | www.maidenheadcivicsoc.org.uk

11: ‘Sold on Soul Tribute Night’ at Crowne Plaza Marlow, popular and entertaining tribute act reviving great soul classics and dance floor fillers, £29 per person, includes 2 course dinner followed by music until 00:30, starts 19:00 – 01628 496800.

11: ‘Booker’s Past Uncovered 1300-1800’ using the manorial records of West Wycombe and the Winchester Pipe Rolls, Simon Neal will attempt to trace back properties in Booker and the people who owned them, at Booker Memorial Hall, £3, 19:30-21:30

12: ‘Henley show’ at The Henley Showground, Hambleden, RG9 3AS, gates open from 08:30.

12: ‘Picnic in the Proms’ at Sue Rider Nettlebed Hospice, 19:00, tickets £25 per adult, £10 under 16’s, £20 a head for group bookings of 10+ – 01491 641384.

12+13: ‘1940’s Weekend’ join us as we step back in time and discover the secret world of Hughenden Manor, enjoy live music of the 40’s, dancing, living history demonstrations & displays, fun for all the family at Hughenden Manor, 10:00-17:00 – 01494 755573.

13: ‘Chilterns Countryside and Food Festival at National Trust Ashridge Estate, Bridgewater Monument, Near Berkhamstead, HP4 1LT. 10:00-16:00, £4 children £1, produce, crafts and industries linked with the local countryside plus children’s activities, local produce stalls plus much more.

17: Oxfordshire County & Thame Show’ devil’s Horsemen featuring chariot racing and stunt riding, national sheep, falconry display plus much more, 08:30-18:00 – www.thameshow.co.uk

17: Archaeology in Marlow – ‘Buckinghamshire Pots & Potters by Mike Farley’, at Liston Hall 20:00, Members £3, Non Members £4.

17: ‘Four Seasons –Talk by Suzanne Brown “What a to do about Hats” at Liston Hall, 14:15, £1.50.

18: 3FM Henley Business Partnership Meeting, Strada, 49-51 Bell Street, Henley RG9 2BG, 8:00 networking, meeting 8:30 – 9:30 | www.thehenleypartnership.co.uk

19: Marlow Carnival, Higginson Park – www.marlowcarnival.co.uk

19: Hambleden Concerts – ‘Cordelia Williams – Piano Recital’ at The Parish Church of St Mary the Virgin, Hambleden, 19:30, £12.50.

19: Marlow FC v Slimbridge, League match at Oaktree Road, Marlow, 15:00

19: ‘Sanctuary’ – Celtic Prayer – Prayers and songs inspired by our Celtic heritage’ need space from the pace and pressure of our modern world? Opportunities for different styles of reflective prayer in the peace and beauty of All Saints’ Church, Bisham, 19:30 www.4u-team.org

19: ‘Meet the Hughenden Beekeepers’ at Hughenden Manor, learn about bees and beekeepers, see the equipment we use, ask us questions and perhaps share our fascination for these honey giving creatures, bee related activities for children, 11:00-16:00 – 01494 755573.

19: Cookham Dean Village Fete at The Old Cricket Common, 13:00- 17:00

20: ‘Asian Wedding Fair’ at Crowne Plaza Marlow, Our wedding co-ordinators will be bringing a wealth of experience and Asian Wedding suppliers, free admission, 11:00-15:00 – 01628 496800.

20: ‘Make Bucks Bobbin Lace’ at Marlow Museum, Court Garden, Pound Lane, come and try something new with our expert Pamela Nottingham, children can make something to take home, 13:00-17:00, free.

20: Shabbytique Vintage Fair, Maidenhead High Street, 11:00 – 16:00 | www.shabbytique.com

20+26: ‘Guided Ranger Walks’ enjoy a guided walk around the estate with a member of our ranger team finding out what makes Cliveden special to them, 14:00-15:30, on a first come first served basis, free event but normal admission applies – 01628 605069.

21: ‘The Marlow Society – Local Photographs by Barrie Lea’ at The Garden Room, Liston Hall, 19:30.

23: Super Car Gourmet Event at L’Ortolan – for more info and to book www.lortolan.com | 01189888500

24: ‘Man and Matter – Arts Walks’ join one of our Arts Ambassadors for a free guided walk around our 2015 contemporary art exhibition, find out more about the works of artist Corinne Felgate at Hughenden Manor, 15:00-16:00 – 01494 755573.

25: Henley Town and Visitors Regatta Quiz night, 19:15 for 19:45, Henley Rugby Club, Dry Leas, £12.50 to include Supper | Richard Hodgkin: hodgkin3@waitrose.com

26: ‘Marlow Transition Town Community Market’ local crafts and produce, refreshments available at Liston Hall, 09:30-13:00.

26: Thame Food Festival | www.thamesfoodfestival.co.uk

26: ‘Haydn Songs & Symphonies’ Esther Brazil: Mezzo-Soprano, Christopher Bucknall: Harpsichord. Instruments of Time and Truth directed by Bojan Cicic at All Saints Church, Marlow,19:00, tickets £15 or £12 available from Marlow Information Centre, Marlow Library, Institute Road – 01628 483597

26: ‘Live Jazz – Claire Jones Trio – Claire and her band will relax you with some silky jazz vocals at the ‘Pop Up Wine Bar in Café Copia, 77 High Street, wine from 20:00, music from 21:00, £5.

26: Family Fun day at Wycombe Swan from 10:00 -14:00. Explore the inside area of The Swan Theatre & take part in various free workshops from biscuit making to drama theatre tours (www.wycombeswan.co.uk)

26+27: ‘Carters Steam Fair’ at West Wycombe, Pedestal Field,12:00-23:00 on Saturday with a free firework display at 21:00, 12:00-20:00 on Sunday.

27: ‘Ice Cream Making the Victorian Way’ watch and learn the magical process that creates ice cream without a freezer! Try it and see how good it tastes. Take away the recipe for £3 and try it at home, at Marlow Museum, Court Garden, Pound Lane, 13:00-17:00, free event!

27: Wildlife in Cookham “Fungi walk”, 10:30 | www.meetup.com/cookham-wildlife-supporters/

28 – 4 Oct: Henley Literary Festival – various locations 10:00 – 22:00 | www.henleyliteraryfestival.co.uk

29: ‘Conservation Tuesday’ meet the Hughenden’s Conservation team in action and learn about what it takes to care for Hughenden and it’s collection, 11:00-16:00, free event but normal admission applies – 01494 755573.

OCTOBER

01: ‘Circle Dance’ in Lane End Village Hall, come and join in to some gentle dancing to beautiful music from around the world, new dancers always welcome, £4 a session – 01235 520608.

02: art@bishamabbeysailing with Suzi Kennett-Brown 09.30-17.00, Tea, coffee & lunch provided, £85 www.bishamabbey.co.uk  01628 474960 for details.

04: ‘Wedding Fair’ at Crowne Plaza Marlow, the day will feature prestigious exhibitors, allowing you to meet suppliers, including florists and wedding cakes, free admission, 11:00-15:00 – 01628 496800.

04: ‘Bourne End Community Association Charity Classics Concert”, 30th Anniversary and final event given by the Bourne End Concert Orchestra, 19:45 at Bourne End Community Centre, Wakeman Rd, SL8 5SX. Tickets £10from BE community Centre and Breeze or 01628 522854 | 01628 522604

04: ‘Sanctuary’ – Night Prayer – Quiet prayer to prepare for the week ahead’ need space from the pace and pressure of our modern world? Opportunities for different styles of reflective prayer in the peace and beauty of All Saints’ Church, Bisham, 20:00 – www.4u-team.org

04+18: ‘Guided Ranger Walks’ enjoy a guided walk around the estate with a member of our ranger team finding out what makes Cliveden special to them, 14:00-15:30, on a first come first served basis, free event but normal admission applies – 01628 605069.

06: ‘Marlow & District Wine Circle – Indian Wines – Jonathan Slack’, we are a social club who have an interest of wine and beer, at Liston Hall, 20:00-22:00 – 07882 102179.

06: ‘Rebellion Brewery Open Night’, all ales currently being brewed available on the night.  Talks also given on brewing history and methods, 19.00-21.30, Bencombe Farm, Marlow Bottom, SL7 3LT.  All welcome, £12.50pp, BBQ all year round!

06/13/20/27: ‘Autumn Season – Tuesday Garden Tours’ discover autumn at Cliveden. Enjoy a free guided tour and see the changing colour throughout the gardens, very popular walk so first come, first served basis, 14:00-15:00 – 01628 605069.

07: ‘Four Seasons – Club Meeting’ at Liston Hall, 10:15, tea and coffee available, bring and buy table and raffle.

07: Game Masterclass at L’Ortolan | how to select, prepare and cook a selection of game |£130 pp includes champagne, canapes, demonstration & 3 course lunch | www.lortolan.com | 01189888500

07: ‘Man and Matter – Arts Walks’ join one of our Arts Ambassadors for a free guided walk around our 2015 contemporary art exhibition, find out more about the works of artist Corinne Felgate at Hughenden Manor, 15:00-16:00 – 01494 755573.

10: Charity Ball in aid of Helen & Douglas House, at Crowne Plaza, Marlow, £65, includes 3 course dinner and dancing, Black Tie 0779934806.

10+11: ‘Apple days’ enjoy an Apple Day held in Cliveden’s long lost Round Garden, which has been restored. Taste the apples, take part in the themed activities and listen to talks about the restoration of the Round Garden, 11:00-15:00 free event but normal admission applies – 01628 605069

13: Marlow & District Horticultural Society “The World of Fungi” speaker John Tyler at Liston Hall, 20:00 – 01628 486206.

13: Wildlife in Cookham “Dark skies and talk”,  www.meetup.com/cookham-wildlife-supporters/

15: ‘The Four Seasons Talk – The Auctioneers Lot’ by Simon Brown at Liston Hall, 14:15, £1.50.

16: 3FM Henley Business Partnership Meeting, Strada, 49-51 Bell Street, Henley RG9 2BG, 8:00 networking, meeting 8:30 – 9:30 | www.thehenleypartnership.co.uk 17: Marlow FC v Yate Town, League match at Oaktree Road, Marlow, 15:00.

17: ‘Marlow & District Wine Circle – Fawlty Towers – The Musical Murder Mystery’, we are a social club who have an interest of wine and beer, at Liston Hall, 20:00-22:00 – 07882 102179.

17+18: ‘Meet the Hughenden Beekeepers’ at Hughenden Manor, learn about bees and beekeepers, see the equipment we use, ask us questions and perhaps share our fascination for these honey giving creatures, bee related activities for the children, 11:00-16:00 – 01494 755573.

24: ‘Man and Matter – Arts Walks’ join one of our Arts Ambassadors for a free guided walk around our 2015 contemporary art exhibition, find out more about the works of artist Corinne Felgate at Hughenden Manor, 15:00-16:00 – 01494 755573.

24 Oct-01 Nov: ‘Halloween Witch & Wizard Week’ at Cliveden, follow the clues on the Halloween trail to find the ingredients to make a magical potion, come dressed up in your scariest outfit, explore the gardens and woodlands completing fun challenges on the way, 11:00-15:00, free event but normal admission applies – 01628 605069.

25: ‘Marlow Half Marathon’

26-30: ‘Halloween Family Fun’ at Hellfire Caves, West Wycombe.

28: ‘Wild Wednesday – Witch & Wizard Training Camp’ choose whether you want to train as a wizard or a witch, come dressed up, follow the trail through the woods to make your wand, drop-in session at Cliveden between 11:00-15:00, free event but normal admission applies – 01628 605069.

29-31: Fourways presents – ‘The Pitmen Painters’ by Lee Hall from the writer of Billy Elliot at Lancaster Arts Centre, Wycombe Abbey School, 20:00, £14, £12 concessions – 01494 522722.

30: ‘Kids’ Spooky Mini Disco’ at Crowne Plaza Marlow – spooky Halloween Disco for an afternoon of fangtastic fun, prize for the spookiest fancy dress costume, with a DJ and entertainer, face painting and bouncy castle, 16:00-19:00, £15 per ticket age 3-12 including a dinner box, 0-2 years, free, no dinner box – 01628 496800.

31: ‘Adults’ Monster Mash Disco’ at Crowne Plaza, Marlow, dare to come to our delightfully devilish Monster Mash for a fangtastic night out, dress to impress, £15 per person, including a thirst drenching drink on arrival – 01682 496800.

November

07: Scouts Bonfire & Fireworks Display, Formosa Meadow, Mill Lane, Cookham, gates open 17:30, bonfire 18:00, fireworks 18:30 | keith_le_page@hotmail.com

07: Cookham Dean Bonfire & Fireworks Display, Cookham Dean Village Green, 17:00 – 21:00, lantern ceremony 18:00

20: 3FM Henley Business Partnership Meeting, Strada, 49-51 Bell Street, Henley RG9 2BG, 8:00 networking, meeting 8:30 – 9:30 | www.thehenleypartnership.co.uk