July is shaping up to be one of the busiest months in the local calendar, and there really is something for everyone.
Wycombe Museum's brilliant Chair Festival runs all month long (we've got a full guide to it here), the Swan rolls out two big West End musicals, and the surrounding villages are packed with festivals, open-air theatre, wellness mornings, wine tastings and family fun.
Whether you fancy a Shakespeare picnic, a sound bath, a classic-car meet or a cheeky adults-only night at the farm, we've rounded up everything happening across High Wycombe and the wider area this month — in date order, with all the details you need to book.
Grab a cuppa, have a scroll, and start filling in that diary.
Chair Festival 2026
Where: Wycombe Museum + partner venues
When: Throughout July
Cost: Many events free; some ticketed (see individual listings)
Read more: Our full Chair Festival guide | Wycombe Museum
Chairs are at the very heart of Wycombe's story, and all through July the museum celebrates that heritage with its Chair Festival — a packed programme of factory tours, hands-on workshops, talks and family activities.
This year also marks the grand opening of the new Chair Discovery Centre, finally making the museum's nationally significant collection of 200+ stored chairs accessible to the public on scheduled open days.
Paediatric First Aid Coffee Morning with Fennies
Where: The Old Stable, Wycombe Museum
When: Thursday 2 July, 10am–12pm
Cost: Free (booking essential)
Book: Eventbrite
Calling all local parents, grandparents and carers. Ahead of the opening of their new High Wycombe nursery, Fennies are hosting a friendly, hands-on paediatric first aid session led by their experienced L&D trainer, Kelly.
You'll cover safe food preparation, choking and gagging, responses to seizures and a step-by-step CPR tutorial — all over a relaxed coffee morning.
Downley Voices: From Page to Stage
Where: St James' Church
When: Thursday 2 July, 7pm
Cost: £10.84–£16.26 (including booking fee)
Book: TicketSource
Downley Voices' summer concert celebrates music that began life on the page before becoming a song or a musical — from Sweeney Todd and Beauty and the Beast to Lord of the Rings, finishing with a musicals singalong. A warm, joyful evening from one of our brilliant local community choirs.
Talk: Chair & Chair Alike
Where: Wycombe Museum
When: Friday 3 July, 2pm
Cost: Free; suggested donation £5
Book: Wycombe Museum
A fascinating one for local history lovers and part of the museum's Chair Festival. Local historian Sally Scagell uncovers the eventful lives of some of the chairmakers buried in High Wycombe Cemetery — and a map can be provided so you can go and find the graves for yourself afterwards.
Afternoon Tea with Two Chelsea Gold Medalists
Where: Peterley Manor Farm
When: Friday 3 July, 2pm–5pm
Cost: £65
Book: Peterley Manor Farm
A real treat for garden lovers. Enjoy a special afternoon tea with local garden designers Catherine Gibbon and Jen Donnelly, creators of the "Room to Breathe" garden — Gold Medal winners at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2025.
Over tea and cakes, hear the story behind their Chelsea journey, from the first sketches and months of planning to the excitement of show week and what it really takes to win Gold.
Sound Bath: Deep Summer Rest
Where: Hughenden Village Hall
When: Friday 3 July, 7.30pm–8.30pm
Cost: £12.50
Book: Eventbrite
The Hush Room presents a cooling, restorative evening of guided breathwork and sound healing to soothe the nervous system at the height of summer. Expect crystal singing bowls, chimes and gentle percussion in a calm, candlelit space. Mats, blankets and pillows are provided — just bring comfy clothes and an open mind. No experience needed; you'll leave feeling lighter and properly recharged.
Buckinghamshire Wildflowers and Witchcraft Walk
Where: Penn area (exact meeting point emailed before the walk)
When: Saturday 4 July
Cost: £50
Book: Ticket Tailor
The Foraging Course Company takes you on a gentle wander through the woods and commons of the Penn area to discover the folklore, history and magic behind our native wildflowers and plants. Part nature walk, part storytelling, it's a wonderfully different way to spend a summer afternoon in the Chilterns. For ages 18+.
Headstand & Arm Balance Workshop
Where: B'Hive Café & Bar, 3 High Street
When: Saturday 4 July, 2pm–4pm
Cost: £35
Book: Bookwhen
Ever fancied cracking a headstand or finally nailing an arm balance? This focused two-hour workshop takes you through a Hatha yoga warm-up, drills and the step-by-step progressions to get you safely upside down and balancing with confidence and control.
Great for anyone wanting to take their practice that little bit further in a supportive, encouraging setting.
Emergency Services Day 2026
Where: High Wycombe town centre
When: Sunday 5 July, 10am–4pm
Cost: Free
More info: My Wycombe (Facebook)
Come and meet your local heroes. High Wycombe town centre hosts a free day celebrating the emergency services who keep our community safe, with emergency vehicle displays, live demonstrations, the chance to meet the crews from Thames Valley Police, fire and ambulance, and valuable safety advice for all the family. A brilliant (and free) day out for kids and grown-ups alike.
Bucks Rainbow Families: First Family Meet-Up
Where: Odds Farm Park
When: Sunday 5 July, 10.30am
Cost: Free
Book: Email bucksrainbowfamilies@outlook.com, or DM @bucksrainbowfamilies
A new group launches its very first event in partnership with Odds Farm. Bucks Rainbow Families is calling all LGBTQ+ families in the area to come along for a fun family day out and connect with other families like yours. Drop them a DM on Instagram or Facebook, or email to book your spot.
Open Air Theatre: The Tempest
Where: Wycombe Museum gardens
When: Sunday 5 July, 1.30pm
Cost: £6 (suitable for ages 7+)
Book: Wycombe Museum
Unbound Theatre's award-winning Buckinghamshire Shakespeare Festival returns with a brand-new, magical adaptation of Shakespeare's final masterpiece. Bring a picnic blanket or a folding chair (some seating is provided), settle into the museum gardens, and let Prospero's storm carry you away. The cafe will be open throughout, and the show goes ahead in moderate wet weather. Wonderful value family theatre.
Sunday Self Care: Wild Yoga with Maria
Where: Rosie's Petal Patch – The Walled Garden
When: Sunday 5 July, 2.30pm–4pm
Cost: £24
Book: Ticket Tailor
An hour of relaxing yoga in the flower fields led by expert instructor Maria Timpanaro, followed by time to unwind in one of the prettiest spots around. Bring your own mat and dress for the great British weather — it's an outdoor session. You're welcome to grab a drink from the cafe and bring it down to the Patch.
Wycombe Chamber Choir: Summer Fayre
Where: St Lawrence's Church
When: Sunday 5 July, 4pm
Cost: £12 on the door
More info: Wycombe Chamber Choir (Instagram)
A fun mix of music for unaccompanied choir to round off a summer's afternoon. Conducted by Tim Venvell, the programme spans folksong arrangements (Brigg Fair, Strawberry Fair), playful a cappella takes on Send in the Clowns and a Humpty Dumpty medley, and works by Ešenvalds, Antognini, Britten and Poulenc. Cold drinks available, and if the weather's kind you're welcome to bring a picnic. In aid of the Amatelaz Homework Centre in Mutare, Zimbabwe.
The Marketing Meetup: Buckinghamshire
Where: Patch, Old Library Building
When: Wednesday 8 July, 6pm–7.30pm
Cost: Pay what you choose, £5–£50 (average donation around £11) Book: Eventbrite
TMM Bucks is back at Patch for a relaunch built entirely around the community. It's an informal, friendly evening for the marketers of Buckinghamshire to meet, chat over food and drink, hear from a speaker or two, and shape what TMM Bucks becomes next. Come in "listen" not "sell" mode — and leave buzzing with new contacts and ideas.
Looking for somewhere to work between meetups? Our guide to places to work from around Wycombe compares Patch with cafés and other options.
Select Comedy Club @ Patch
Where: Patch
When: Thursday 9 July, 7.30pm–10pm (doors 7.30pm)
Cost: £10 + booking fee (earlybird 2 for £15 until 4 July); ages 18+
Book: Eventbrite
High Wycombe's indie grassroots comedy club returns to Patch for its final show before the summer break — and it's a belter. Headlining is John Robertson, host of the cult international sellout The Dark Room and the British Comedy Guide's best-reviewed show of the 2025 Edinburgh Fringe ("a comedy legend" ★★★★★ Starburst). Rising star Matt Rouse (Channel 4's The Lateish Show) opens, with MC Elliot Wengler. Circuit legends, big laughs and excellent drinks at your new community hub — at a cracking price.
Oh Shala Festival
Where: Penn House Estate
When: Friday 10 – Sunday 12 July
Cost: Weekend and day tickets available; under-12s go free
Book: Oh Shala Festival
A wellness community gathering tucked away in Penn, packed into three glorious days. Think 40+ workshops and 50+ practitioners across six tents — yoga, meditation, kirtan, breathwork, sound healing, dance, capoeira, African drumming, crafts and live music — plus a sauna, woodland, family area and vegan food market.
Completely plastic-free and zero-waste, so bring your reusable bottle. A magical weekend for body, mind and soul.
HeathFest 2026
Where: Carrington Field, off Lawrence Way, Flackwell Heath
When: Saturday 11 July, gates 12.30pm; live music from 1.30pm; finishes 10pm
Cost: Free entry; funfair, circus workshop, silent disco and afternoon tea hampers bookable in advance
Book: Ti.to
Now in its fifth fabulous year, HeathFest is a family-friendly open-air music festival run entirely by volunteers from the Flackwell Heath Residents Association, with all proceeds reinvested into the community. Six hours of live local music, a beer tent, BBQ, street food and a wine & cocktail van, plus funfair rides, Katy Kartwheel's circus skills workshop and two silent disco sessions.
Lighthouse Live: Summer Spectacular
Where: St Michael & All Angels Church
When: Sunday 12 July, 3pm–4.30pm
Cost: Free (sign-up required)
Book: St Michael & All Angels
A monthly event for all children, and July's is a Summer Spectacular. Expect loads of fun and games, crafts and a celebration that finishes with a BBQ together. A friendly, free afternoon for families — just sign up in advance to let them know you're coming.
Afternoon Tea with Baby – Kindness in Bucks
Where: JB's Café
When: Tuesday 14 July, 10am–12pm
Cost: Pay what you can
Book: Kindness in Bucks
Looking after a little one can feel isolating, so Kindness in Bucks are laying on a warm, welcoming afternoon tea for parents, grandparents, nannies and childminders with babies and toddlers aged 0–2. The volunteers serve and support you while you enjoy a treat, meet new people and let the little ones play on the mats and soft play. A lovely, low-pressure morning of community.
History on our High Street: Walk
Where: Starts at Pann Mill; ends at Wycombe Museum
When: Wednesday 15 July, 10am–11.30am
Cost: Free (donations welcome)
Book: Wycombe Museum
Join museum volunteer Denise Lindsay for a free guided walking tour uncovering the hidden history of High Wycombe's High Street. Starting at the historic Pann Mill and finishing at the museum around 11.30am, it's a gentle, fascinating stroll through the town's past. Booking secures your place; donations gratefully received at the end.
High Society
Where: Wycombe Swan
When: Thursday 16 – Saturday 18 July
Cost: From £39.75
Book: Wycombe Swan
Direct from a sell-out West End season, this lavish musical declares the summer officially open. Helen George (Call the Midwife) leads a 28-strong cast as glamorous socialite Tracy Lord, with Freddie Fox, Nigel Lindsay and Julian Ovenden, all performed alongside a full orchestra and a score bursting with Cole Porter classics. "Pure theatrical escapism" — and it's on your doorstep for three nights only.
Odds Farm Adult Farm Night
Where: Odds Farm Park
When: Friday 17 July, 6pm–10pm (18+ only)
Cost: £20 adult ticket; £40 Ultimate package (food + drinks tokens)
Book: Odds Farm Park
The farm park, but just for grown-ups. Watch the sun set on a tractor-and-trailer ride out to meet the Highland cows, feed the sheep and goats, enjoy farmer-led demos, then relax with food, drinks, live music and a round of 18-hole mini golf. Giant indoor soft play and slides included — yes, really.
Lloyd's Wines: Wine Tasting at The Stables
Where: The Stables Wine Shop (Lloyd's Wines)
When: Friday 17 July; bar opens 6.30pm, tasting from 7.30pm
Cost: £35
Book: Lloyd's Wines
An evening of seven wines thoughtfully paired with delicious food, hosted by the lovely team at Lloyd's Wines. Relaxed, friendly and genuinely informative — perfect whether you're a confident taster or just love a good glass. Arrive from 6.30pm for a drink at the bar before the tasting kicks off.
The Big Meet 2026
Where: The Walled Garden
When: Saturday 18 July, 10am–4pm
Cost: £5 walk-in (under-12s free); £10 per vehicle; £15 spectator parking
Book: MatterPay
A friendly classic and cherished-vehicle meet raising money for men's mental health, with proceeds going to Men with Machines CIC and Bucks Mind. Bring the family for a day among gorgeous machinery and West Wycombe's scenery, with a licensed café, trade stalls, entertainment, and the caves and shops close by. Got a cherished motor of any age? Bring it along.
Rotary Centenary Community Day
Where: Adams Park
When: Saturday 18 July
Cost: Free
Book: Rotary Club of High Wycombe
The Rotary Club of High Wycombe turns 100 this year, and they're marking it with a Centenary Community Day at Adams Park celebrating the local organisations and good causes that make our town tick.
As You Like It
Where: The Front Room
When: Saturday 18 July, 7.30pm–9.30pm (doors 7pm)
Cost: £22.38
Book: Eventbrite
Shakespeare's joyful comedy brought to life by The Whole Pack, an all-female company bringing something daring and different to the Bard. In a world where singing is banned and love is forbidden, the Forest of Arden becomes a haven of song, poetry and romance. Colourful, funny and full of heart — and in one of the town's loveliest little venues.
Talk: Secrets of the Wildwood
Where: Wycombe Museum
When: Sunday 19 July, 1pm–2.30pm
Cost: Free; suggested donation £5
Book: Wycombe Museum
Another Chair Festival gem. Stuart King's richly illustrated presentation explores the "Wildwood" — a microcosm of a typical ancient Chiltern beechwood — and the archaeological secrets hidden in our undisturbed local woodlands, brought to life with stunning wildlife images, video and artefacts. A treat for anyone who loves the Chilterns.
Sip, Roll, Savor: Sushi & Wine at Daws Hill Vineyard
Where: Daws Hill Vineyard
When: Sunday 19 July, 3pm–5pm
Cost: £60
Book: Daws Hill Vineyard
A deliciously different way to spend a Sunday afternoon. In collaboration with Sakana Oxford, this one-of-a-kind experience pairs Daws Hill's boutique, locally-produced sparkling wines with the art of Japanese sushi. Get hands-on learning the essentials of hand-rolled sushi under the guidance of Yoko, owner and chef of Sakana Oxford, then enjoy expertly crafted pairings that delight the palate. For sushi enthusiasts and curious foodies alike.
Free Composting Workshop
Where: Grow Together Bucks Community Allotment, Wycombe Marsh
When: Monday 20 July, 6pm–7.30pm
Cost: Free
Book: Eventbrite
Turn your kitchen scraps into garden gold. This fun, hands-on workshop with the Grow Together Bucks compost pros is perfect for beginners or anyone wanting to grow their own, save money and cut waste. Bring your questions and get stuck in. Meet outside Wrights Meadow Community Centre at 5.55pm — the allotment is a two-minute walk away.
Six the Musical
Where: Wycombe Swan
When: Wednesday 22 – Sunday 26 July
Cost: From £29.50 (age guidance 10+)
Book: Wycombe Swan
The international smash hit makes its royal return to Wycombe after a previous sell-out run. The six wives of Henry VIII grab the mic and remix 500 years of history into an 80-minute pop concert celebration of girl power. Divorced. Beheaded. LIVE! Winner of over 35 awards including a Tony — and an absolute riot from start to finish.
Meditation Circle with Room 478
Where: Peterley Manor Farm
When: Friday 24 July, 6.30pm–8pm
Cost: £25
Book: Peterley Manor Farm
Unwind into the weekend with a calming evening of mindfulness, meditation and journaling, led by Room 478 in the beautiful setting of Peterley's yurt. A gentle, restorative way to switch off, reconnect and make a little space for yourself.
Big People Garden Day Party – Strictly Back In Time Music
Where: Magnolia Park
When: Sunday 26 July, 2pm–10pm
Cost: £22.38
Book: Eventbrite
A premium outdoor day party for a grown and sophisticated crowd who appreciate good music and good vibes. Expect a soundtrack of classic reggae, lovers rock, revival, old school soca, early hip hop and R&B — strictly pre-2000 — in a beautiful garden setting. Dress to impress, arrive early and dance from afternoon into the evening.
Garden Party
Where: St Paul's Church, West Wycombe
When: Sunday 26 July, 2pm–4pm
Cost: £8 including cream tea (advance tickets from West Wycombe Village Store and Eventbrite)
More info: St Paul's Church, West Wycombe (Facebook)
Come and celebrate summer at St Paul's with a lovely afternoon garden party. Your ticket includes a cream tea, with summer punch available for a donation, plus music and a raffle to round things off.
Secrets & Spies Trail
Where: Wycombe Museum
When: From Sunday 26 July (runs through to 6 September), during museum opening hours 10am–4pm
Cost: £3 per child (includes a sweet treat prize)
Book: Wycombe Museum
Would you make a good spy? This summer-holiday trail has the kids decoding hidden messages, revealing the secrets of invisible ink and navigating a garden "laser" maze, with parts both indoors and out. Recommended for ages 4–11 (little ones welcome with a helping hand). Tickets are valid on any day the trail is running — no need to pick a date.
Discover & Make: Miniature Chair Making
Where: Wycombe Museum
When: Tuesday 28 and Wednesday 29 July, sessions between 10.30am and 3.15pm (45 minutes each)
Cost: £4.50 per child
Book: Wycombe Museum
A perfect Chair Festival activity for the summer holidays. Children learn all about Wycombe's chairmaking history and then build their very own miniature Windsor chair to take home. Recommended for ages 4–11 (smaller ones welcome with a bit of help).
Slithering Secrets of Wycombe: A Wyrd Evening with Mark & Stevyn
Where: Mad Squirrel
When: Thursday 30 July, 6.30pm–8.30pm
Cost: Free
Book: Eventbrite
Mark and Stevyn dive deep into the mysterious and enchanting world of Wycombe's lore — centred on a brand-new documentary about the legend of the Wycombe Wyrm and the creation of the Wyrd Wycombe community event. Expect eerie legends, fascinating stories and a night full of wyrd vibes. One for lovers of the unusual and the unknown.
And finally…
Phew — what a month! From Shakespeare under the sun and Tudor queens at the Swan, to sound baths, classic cars, festivals and a whole lot of chair-themed fun, July really does have it all. However you like to spend your summer, there's no excuse to be bored in Wycombe this month. Get those tickets booked, tell your mates, and I'll see you out and about. And if you're running an event you'd like featured in a future round-up, drop me a line at hello@wycombepulse.co.uk — we'd love to shout about it.
Events and details are correct at the time of writing but can change — always double-check with the organiser before setting off. Many of these events sell out, so book early to avoid disappointment.
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