Good morning, Wycombe!
It’s the Wycombe Pulse. Your local newsletter that’s considering applying for the Manager position at Wycombe Wanderers.
Always up for a new challenge. Probably need to swot up on the offside rule first.
Anyway, it’s another bumper week ahead in Wycombe. Some highlights:
Everyone’s favourite market is back in Flackwell Heath 🛍️
National Winnie The Pooh Day hits Downley 🍯
The Public Inquiry for Marlow Film Studios begins in town… 🎬
Plus we’ve got a whole host of relaxation and wellness events, interesting stop-offs just out of town like a book signing and a ‘quirky’ wedding fair, plenty of live music and entertainment, kids’ events and more.
Editor’s Highlights
Mental Health Showdown at O’Neill’s on Saturday 18th January from 12pm — a special all-day event focused on local mental health services, experts and support programs, practical strategies for helping loved ones and yourself, and working together to create a more supportive community ❤️🩹
Sushi Making Workshop at The Front Room on Saturday 18th January at 11am — a hands-on masterclass making 4 different types of sushi 🍣
HW & District Model Railway Society Open Day at Duke Street clubrooms on Saturday 18th January from 10am-3pm — visit the clubrooms, see the layouts and watch demonstrations, have a go at operating and browse sale stock. Everyone is welcome! 🚂
Cardio Fit Swim Fit Session at Wycombe Rye Lido on Tuesday 21st January at 7.30pm — improve your swim fitness and cardiovascular health with Sue Lord Open Water Coaching 🏊🏼♀️
Robert Thorogood Celebration Signing at Marlow Bookshop on Thursday 16th January at 6.30pm — join Sunday Times bestseller Robert Thorogood for a fantastic evening to celebrate his new title in the Marlow Murder Club series. Drinks will be served, tickets are FREE — but must be booked in advance 📖
Take Some Time For You…
January Reset Sound Bath at the Guildhall on Monday 20th January at 7.30pm — an hour of serenity with singing bowls, chimes and gongs 🔔
Paint Night at the Bricklayers Arms on Monday 20th January at 7pm — enjoy a complimentary mimosa as you paint “Get Your Skates On” 🎨
Wild Amersham Walk meeting at 10.30am at Old Amersham Market Hall on Sunday 19th January — a winter nature walk up an old drover’s route, visiting Shardeloes Lake. 2 hours, gentle walk, suitable for adults and kids over 5.
Love Led Women’s Circle at The Pavilion Penn Street on Thursday 16th January at 7.30pm — a space for women to be together for reflection and connection.
Candlelit Sound Bath at Patch on Friday 17th January at 7pm — time to slow down, relax and rejuvenate 🕯️
Wycombe Life Drawing at Wycombe Arts Centre on Monday 20th January at 7.30pm — welcoming novices and experienced artists 🧑🎨
Vision Board Workshops ✨
With Sissy Events at JB’s Bar on Saturday 18th January at 12pm.
At The Front Room on Saturday 18th January at 7pm.
Try Something New
Open Rehearsal with the Bisham Concert Band at Stokenchurch Community Centre on Saturday 18th January at 1pm — do you play a wind instrument, drum kit, percussion, double bass or bass guitar? Come and join the Bisham concert band for the afternoon 🎼
People, Planet, Pint Sustainability Meetup at Mad Squirrel on Thursday 16th January at 7.30pm — find out what’s going on locally with sustainability and learn how you can get involved ♻️
The Roadhouse Rats (house band at The Dashwood Roadhouse) are looking for a new lead singer with some vocal power. They’re primarily rock-focused and will need you to commit to existing gig dates.
Entertainment
Music 🎶
Mad Squirrel: Open Mic Night (Thursday 16th 8pm); Manos Puestas (Friday 17th 8pm); and Steph Willis (Saturday 18th 8pm)
Rock ‘n’ Roll with May Blossom Vintage Songbird at Air Raid Shelter Café and Tea Room on Saturday 18th at 2pm.
Overtime Rock live at The Crown Little Missenden on Thursday 16th January at 7.30pm — unplugged and acoustic, they play classic rock and chart covers.
X Factor Karaoke 2nd Heat at The Phoenix on Thursday 16th January at 8pm.
SKA’rnaby Street at Cressex Community & Social Club on Saturday 18th January at 7.30pm.
Our Friends Acoustic XLVI at The Rose & Crown on Sunday 19th January at 4pm.
Theatre 🎭
Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny at the Wycombe Swan on Wednesday 22nd January at 9.45pm — his brand new live show comes to Wycombe.
Cinderella at Micklefield Community Centre on Saturday 18th January at 4pm — get your panto fix!
Dick Whittington at Lane End Village Hall on Friday 17th and Saturday 18th January at various times.
Quizzes
Quiz Night at JB’s Bar & Café on Friday 17th January at 7.30pm — cash prize!
Big Fat Quiz of the Year at O’Neill’s on Thursday 16th January at 7.30pm.
Poll: Best Spot for Cocktails in WycombeWe want to know where to go in Wycombe for some cracking cocktails. You can click on the links below to vote - or reply to this email and let us know if we've missed somewhere good! |
What’s On For The Kids?
National Winnie The Pooh Day at The Bricklayers Arms on Saturday 18th January from 1-5pm — fun for all the family, especially Pooh fans! Expect a raffle, pooh stick hunt and much more 🍯
Kids Movie Afternoon at The Stag on Saturday 18th January at 3pm — you can munch on popcorn while watching Spellbound 🍿
Tiny Tots Messy Session at CSK: Christ the Servant King Church on Tursday 21st January at 9.15am — please come in clothes you’re happy to get messy in!
…And For The Parents
Mummy & Me Afternoon Tea at JB’s Bar & Café on Thursday 16th January at 11am — on the theme of Enchanted Forest 🌳
Mums Who Brunch Manifesting 2025 Workshop at The Front Room on Wednesday 22nd January at 11am — expect a mood board workshop, brunch and hot drinks with other mums.
Parent/Carer/Grandparent SEN Coffee Morning at The Apple Orchard on Monday 20th January at 9.30am — a non-judgmental meet-up with parents of neurodiverse kids.
Introduction to Caesarean Scar Massage Workshop at Cornerstone in Little Kingshill on Thursday 16th January at 10am — find out how massage can help your healing and recovery. Babies are welcome 👶🏻
Sports and Activities
FOOTBALL
⚽️ Wycombe Wanderers vs Mansfield Town away at One Call Stadium on Saturday 18th January: KO 3pm
⚽️ Wycombe Wanderers Women vs Woodley United away at UofR Bulmershe Pavilion on Sunday 19th January: KO 2pm
RUGBY
🏉 HWRUFC 1st XV vs Buckingham away on Saturday 18th January
🏉 HWRUFC Belles Women vs Hampstead Women+ II at home on Sunday 12th January
DUATHLON
🚴🏻♀️🏃🏻♂️ Dorney Duathlon at Dorney Lake on Sunday 19th January 2025 — super sprint, sprint and standard distances are available over these flat and scenic grounds. There is also a relay option available.
RUNNING
🏃🏻♂️ Parkrun 5km on The Rye (meet at the Lido) at 9am on Saturday 18th January
🏃🏻♂️ Junior Parkrun 2km on The Rye (meet at Pann Mill) at 9am on Sunday 19th January
Community Notes
Public Inquiry: the Public Inquiry for the nearby Marlow Film Studios project begins on Tuesday 21st January at 10am at Bucks Council’s offices in High Wycombe. Based on this inquiry, Angela Rayner will make a decision on whether the £3.5 billion project will go ahead or not. You can find out more about the inquiry here.
Volunteering: Read Easy Chilterns are seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to guide a small group of coaches and readers along their reading journey. They would like someone warm and caring, a people person, problem solver and with some spare time to join the established team of coordinators. Please email chilternsrecruiter@readeasy.org.uk for further information and to apply.
Dementia Café: on today, Thursday 16th January from 2.30-4pm in The Sanctuary at St Margaret’s Church in Tylers Green. It is open to all faiths and none, for anyone who has or cares for someone with Dementia.
Staff Wanted
Where In Wycombe Am I?
Which famous town building can you find behind these beautiful chair paintings?
Last week’s answer: I was in the gardens at Pann Mill. This is the last working mill on the River Wye and an absolute heritage treasure for Wycombe. The gardens are always open and there are also regular Open Days where you can see the mill in action and even buy some of its delicious wholemeal flour — the next one is Sunday 11th May. The millers are always on the lookout for new volunteers to help with the upkeep and operation of Pann Mill so please drop them a line if you’re interested (head to pannmill.org.uk for more details).
Weather in Wycombe
Is it too much to ask for a sunny interval?!
Friday
🌤️ 6°C - 💨 16 mph - ☂️ 5% chance
Saturday
🌤️ 5°C - 💨 13 mph - ☂️ 5% chance
Sunday
🌤️ 4°C - 💨 12 mph - ☂️ 5% chance
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