Latest news
What's happening in Brightwell-cum-Sotwell and the surrounding area:
Dorchester Festival 2026
Dorchester are holding their Festival around the stunning location of Dorchester Abbey. 50 events packed into just 10 days. 3rd - 12th May. Programme below
SODC livestreaming
South Oxfordshire District Council are expanding their livestreaming to include full council meetings. You can now easily watch key decisions live or on catchup. Their first full council meeting will livestream on 14th May. See below for link.
Nora's Cafe open
Nora's Kitchen has reopened. All sorts of delicious cakes, drinks and lunches.
Benson Lock
Benson Lock may be sited in Benson but it's in the parish of Brightwell cum Sotwell. The Environment Agency have completed the work to remove the old weir structure and the walkway will be opened again on the 1st April.
Ancient Cob Wall
A request from the village History Group for donations towards the ancient cob wall in St Agatha's churchyard has been successful. Well done everyone. Click on poster for more details.
