Latest news

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

Jubilee Paviilion news
March 1, 2025

Jubilee Paviilion news

Come along and see the plans for the upgrade of the Jubilee Pavilion on Saturday, 1st March and let them know your thoughts.   2 - 4 pm
Temporary road closure
February 8, 2025

Temporary road closure

Oxfordshire County Council have implemented a temporary road restriction in Brightwell from 31st March to 4th April.  See below for map
Village History Group
January 29, 2025

Village History Group

The Village History Group has now uploaded over 750 photographs of the village since circa 1880.  Do have a look. They are fascinating.   You can see them on the website by clicking on the link under History.
Earth Trust volunteering
January 29, 2025

Earth Trust volunteering

The Earth Trust are currently recruiting volunteers to help their Education team.  So, if you have experience of working with children, share your passion for the natural world, love meeting people and being involved how about joining the Programming volunteer team?   No experience necessary.  Just bags of enthusiasm
Cosy Cafe closed
October 28, 2024

Cosy Cafe closed

The Cosy Cafe has sadly closed.   Numbers were too low but Shena Luck has raised over £1000 towards the Village Hall and is very grateful to everyone who came.
Fairthorne Memorial Charity
October 2, 2024

Fairthorne Memorial Charity

Fairthorne Memorial Charity is the last surviving historic Brightwell cum Sotwell charity.   It exists to help those who are in distress or need in Brightwell cum Sotwell and the local area.