This section is an opportunity to showcase in pictures significant moments in our village’s recent past. If you have a selection of photos on a particular topic or others to add to the topics already here, then do get in touch using the contact form. Just keep scrolling down to see other years.
2026
Following on from the success of our village Ceilidh, the second proved just as successful and much improved! There were 60 of us enjoying the fish & chips and, for many, unlimited drink, which went some way to encouraging participation in the dancing!
The Summer Fete organised by the BBVA looked like it was going to herald the break in the long dry summer. Fortunately the rain held off and another successful event was held – this time for an extra hour to fit in all the activities! Photographer Nick Holmes
The Village Drinks party was a resounding success! This year not only did the BBVA sponsor fish & chips as well as an open bar, but also a ceilidh band! Most of the 50 guests took part at some point – their fun-time is captured here.Photographer Karen Bendall
The Christmas Bazaar attracted lots of people, fuelled by the mulled wine as well as the delicious cakes provided. Everyone’s generosity in buying gifts and produce has enabled us to raise over £700 for our funds. Thank you Wendy and Doreen for many hours of organising this great event and to all those that helped set up and run stalls.
Remembrance Sunday service is always a special event and well attended by those in the village and RAF Brize Norton, which was represented by JADTEU (Joint Air Delivery Test & Evaluation Unit). The village has supported the village now for a number of years.
The Summer Fete organised by the BBVA and fete volunteers was a lucky success. The weather forecast was for torrential rain that never materialised! Big thank you to all that helped to make it another great success, raising much needed funds for village improvements. Photographer Nick Holmes
‘Out of the Blue’ concert organised by the BBVA saw the first use of the church with its new loo and kitchen/bar. St Mary’s was at full capacity and the performance was spectacular attracting two standing ovations. Over £2,000 was raised split between the a cappella choir’s charity, Oxford’s Helen & Douglas Home, and the village. Photographer Nick Holmes
The inaugural Classic Car Meet at Wood Bros distillery organised by Ross Pateman and Dave Nixon, saw an excellent turnout of Classic Cars with a good crowd of onlookers and enthusiasts. The Wood Bros put on a bar and flame grilled pizzas and are looking forward to hosting the next one!
2023
The completion of the community hub! On 22nd January the loo and kitchen were ‘officially’ opened at the BBVA’s AGM to much acclaim and bubbly! We all now have the opportunity to make good use of this indoor facility. Thanks especially to Jason Strong and Heritage Roofing for such a great job. Photographer Nick Holmes
Christmas celebrations! On 15th December the BBVA organised a choral concert delivered by the Witney VoiceBox Choir and on the 23rd Santa’s Grotto and Carols, vigorously led by Gary Long. Both events were characterised by a lot of mince pies and mulled wine! Photographer Nick Holmes
The Remembrance Sunday service on 12th November was attended by over 75 people and was represented from RAF Brize Norton by JADTEU (Joint Air Delivery Test & Evaluation Unit), which has supported the village now for a number of years. It was presided over by Jeremy Lane.
The Village Fete on the 3rd September was exceptional this year – one of the first summer days since June and all the old favourites were there and some spectacular new entries, such as the terrifying falconry display. Check out the images – especially the team photos at the end! Photographers Nick Holmes and Niki Clarke
The Village Drinks event in the play park was a great success – catching the last days of sunshine before that wet July. Villagers brought their own picnics to complement the free wine, cider and soft drinks on offer, accompanied by the Oxford jazz band. The bouncy castle was well used and of course the traditional duck race was a fitting finale – and an effective money-raiser! It also was a great opportunity to meet the new chair of the BBVA – James Coxon. Photographer Nick Holmes
