Latest news

What's happening in Brightwell-cum-Sotwell and the surrounding area:

Parish Council vacancies
July 27, 2026

Parish Council vacancies

If you have ever thought you would like to be more involved in our village, the Parish Council will have vacancies towards the end of this year and early next year.   Do apply.   Details below. 
Wallingford Museum
July 25, 2026

Wallingford Museum

Wallingford Museum's annual Family Archaeology day is coming up fast.   Saturday 25th July is your opportunity to meet our local archaeologists, find out more about digging in Wallingford and the local area as well as getting hands on with archaeology.   This is a drop in event running from 11am to 4 pm.   Normal museum admission prices apply.
ARCh Reading Helpers
July 9, 2026

ARCh Reading Helpers

ARCh Reading Helpers, who support children across Oxfordshire discover a love of reading, are looking for volunteers.
How to help wildlife during heatwave
June 22, 2026

How to help wildlife during heatwave

Message from Oxfordshire Rural Services.   How to help wildlife during the upcoming heatwave
With temperatures set to soar this week our local wildlife will be struggling to find water, shade, and safe places to cool down.  Do look at list below to see how we can all do our bit to help.

Ancient Cob Wall
March 6, 2026

Ancient Cob Wall

A total of 41 villagers contributed to the cost of the repairs and thatching, and a dozen enthusiastic volunteers helped with making new cob and coating with lime wash.     And it is completed!   Well done all.
SODC Waste change of rules
January 12, 2026

SODC Waste change of rules

From 14th January you must book in advance before visiting any of the Oxfordshire household waste recyling centres.  Details below.