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Search Local Groups and Societies in and Around KBS We are very fortunate to have so many wonderful local clubs and societies within KBS and the surrounding areas. Below, you’ll find more information about each one, including contact details if you’re interested in getting involved. Kingston Bagpuize Millennium Green Contact Millennium Green Website The Millennium Green is a beautiful and peaceful nature reserve behind the tall trees down the Old Oxford Road. It was established by a group of villagers who planted 2000 trees to celebrate the Millennium. It is now an independent Charitable Trust owned and run by villagers. The Green acts as a natural haven in the centre of the village between the new large housing estates. It’s home to all sorts of sporting activities from yoga to football.There is a Junior Parkrun every Sunday morning. The Great Easter Egg Hunt on EasterSunday and the Boxing Day walk are two of the traditional events on the Green. The whole village has voted twice on whether to allow dogs on the Green and on both occasions the majority voted against. Every aspect of running the Green is done by villagers, from event management to working parties. Volunteers are always welcome. Pictures supplied by Guy Browning KBS Art and Craft Club We are a group with a common interest in art, crafts and chatting over tea and biscuits. If art and crafts are not what you do, chatting over tea and biscuits is just fine, but there are many opportunities to give things a try without any pressure. Each has skills in different areas that include, crochet, knitting, sewing, card making, embroidery, sketching and water colouring and all are happy to share these. Over the years we have explored card making, book binding, and glass painting. We are also lucky in to be able invite guess to give talks and demonstrations in various areas chosen by members. But one of the biggest and most enjoyable parts is making friends and sharing a common interest. We now have a Facebook page “KBS Village Art and Craft Club” for anyone interested in seeing the kind of things we make. The club meets on alternate Mondays throughout the year in the St John the Baptist Church Hall, Kingston Bagpuize, starting at 09.30 and finishing at midday. The first meeting Is free and thereafter £3 each session with coffee, tea and biscuits provided. Further information can be found in the KBS News. Kingston Bagpuize and Southmoor Bowls Club Bowling is a growing sport, and a great opportunity for all ages to participate from juniors to pensioners. With a bit of coaching and practice, you'll be surprised how quickly you are playing to a good standard. We are a thriving and very friendly lawn bowls club located 300 metres down the Oxford Road on the right hand side, next door to the Millenium Green, with plenty of parking. As we have an all-weather floodlit green, we are able to play all year round. We participate in numerous local leagues and have a number of members who play at a county level, one of whom is one of our junior members. We have many club members' competitions played throughout the year and have roll-up sessions twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. During the Winter months we also have members playing in an indoor short mat league. In addition to bowls, we have an active social programme throughout the year for members, held at the clubhouse where we have a bar offering a wide range of alcoholic and soft drinks. As we will be celebrating our 30th anniversary in 2026, we are planning a wide range of events both on and off the green. Further information can be found in the KBS News. Southmoor and Kingston Bagpuize Gardening Club The Gardening Club is for everyone who takes pleasure in seeing plants grow and thrive. Some members have greener fingers than others, but don't feel that you have to be a good gardener to join. The club is for all ages, and reluctant or enthusiastic gardeners alike. What do we get up to? Monthly talks on a wide variety of gardening related topics. These are held at the Village Hall, 1st Tuesday of each month at 7:30pm (doors open at 7:15pm), except August, July and December. Visitors very welcome! Parties in July and December (contact us for more info) Visits to local gardens and places of interest (e.g. Worcester College garden) Annual plant sale at the Church Fete – and look out for others! Practical workshops The Village Show in September - you can enter your flowers, produce, cookery or crafts (see show schedule for categories ), or just come along for an entertaining afternoon for the whole family. Gardening Club Programme 2026 Further information can be found in the KBS News. Contact Scott Southmoor and Kingston Bagpuize Badminton Club Contact Jenny Contact Alan We’re extremely lucky to have a badminton court in the village and we currently offer four sessions per week at the Village Hall. We are a friendly bunch and play mainly for fun, no matter what the level. New players are very welcome at any level but do note that, since there’s only one court, numbers are limited. Please contact us first before coming along so we can let you know if there’s space. You’ll need to provide your own racquet for all levels of play. Sessions are currently as follows: Beginner: Wednesday evenings 8-9pm - Contact Scott Intermediate: Wednesday evenings 6.30-8pm - Contact Jenny Advanced: Saturday mornings 9-10.30am - Contact Alan Advanced: Monday evenings 6.15-7.30pm - Contact Alan Picture supplied by Scott Johnson Apple Blossoms WI Apple Blossoms WI is a welcoming and diverse Women’s Institute group based in Kingston Bagpuize & Southmoor. We meet at Southmoor Village Hall on the second Tuesday of every month at 7:30pm, and we’re proud to be part of Oxfordshire WI. Our meetings and activities cover a wide range of interests, from guest speakers on a variety of topics to hands-on craft sessions, social get-togethers, and plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and make new friends. Each meeting includes refreshments (tea, coffee, wine, and biscuits), and we also hold a raffle every month. We’re enthusiastic fundraisers and enjoy supporting our local community through various initiatives and events. Whether you’re looking to get involved in village life, try something creative, or simply enjoy an evening out with a friendly group, there’s something for everyone at Apple Blossoms WI. New members and visitors are always welcome! Further information can be found in the KBS News. Kingston Colts Football Club About Us Kingston Colts Football Club is a proud FA Chartered Status Club based in Kingston Bagpuize. We exist to provide football opportunities for players of all ages in a safe, friendly, and supportive environment. Run entirely by volunteers, we aim to combine enjoyment with player development, ensuring that every member feels part of a community.• Teams: We currently have 9 squads, including youth teams across multiple age groups, a men’s team, and an Over 50s team. Leagues: Our youth teams play in both the Oxford Mail Youth League and theWitney & District Youth League. The men’s team play in the North BerksLeague, and our Over 50s team compete in the Oxfordshire Veterans League. Safeguarding: All managers, coaches and committee members are CRB checked and complete ongoing FA safeguarding training, ensuring the highest standards of care and responsibility. Matches & Activities Football is at the heart of our weekends! Match Days: Games are played on Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting. Spectators: We warmly welcome supporters — whether you’re family, friends, or simply a local football fan, your encouragement makes a huge difference. Community Spirit: Beyond the matches, the club fosters friendships, teamwork, and a strong village identity. How to Get Involved We’re always looking to grow and strengthen our club. Opportunities include - • Players: New members of all ages are welcome. We’re especially looking to launch teams in the younger age groups, and for the first time, a girls’ team. • Volunteers: To make this possible, we need more helping hands. Roles include: Team managers and coaches for new squads Refereeing matches. Pitch marking and match day setup Serving refreshments on cold mornings Committee Roles: We currently have a vacancy for a Registrations Secretary- a key role in keeping the club running smoothly.Volunteering is a fantastic way to support grassroots football, meet new people, and make a real difference in the community. Further information can be found in the KBS News. Abingdon & KBS Pilates Max your Core Strength Pilates is a fantastic way to strengthen your body and get the best out of it. Developed over 100 years ago by Joseph Pilates, his exercises have been adapted and improved in-line with modern understanding of human movement. Good Core strength is an essential element of a healthy body without pain. My Pilates classes are focussed on improving your body so it works at its best for you and is pain free. In coming to my classes, you will be instructed in Pilates exercises that strengthen 2 sets of muscles that stabilise your core and optimise your movement. The 2 sets of muscles are the, inner 'stabilisers' and Outer 'Moving' muscle groups. They both need to be trained very differently and I ensure this is achieved during every class I teach. My classes are matwork based and do not need any equipment. They are challenging, rewarding and most importantly fun and delivered with good humour. They are designed to cater for all abilities and goal orientations.So whether you are new to Pilates or have done it before, my classes will benefit you and help you achieve your goals. New to Pilates? If you are new to Pilates then my classes are ready to help you get the best out of your body quickly and effectively. We are always able to accommodate new pupils so come along a join my other pupils and get the benefits of Pilates today! Further information can be found in the KBS News. Our Classes: Kingston Bagpuize Drama Group Kingston Bagpuize Drama Group (KBDG) has been bringing live theatre to the heart of the village since 1949, and after more than 75 years, our enthusiasm for performance is as strong as ever. We are a not-for-profit community group with a simple aim: to provide high-quality, affordable theatre for our local community, while offering friendship, creativity and plenty of fun to everyone involved. Our members range in age from 14 to 82, and that mix of experience, energy and enthusiasm is what makes the group so special. Whether you’re a seasoned performer, a complete beginner, or someone who prefers working behind the scenes, you’ll find a warm welcome at KBDG. We usually stage two full productions each year, in April and November. Since 2015, our November show has focused on being a family-friendly production or pantomime, something we feel offers real value to the community we exist within. These shows include four performances, one of which is a Saturday matinee, and in recent years they have proved so popular that many have sold out. Alongside our main productions, we also take part in one-act play festivals when possible and have a proud history of success, including winning the Abingdon Drama Festival and being invited to perform at the NDFA National Drama Festival in Coventry in 2024. We have also run popular “Murder Mystery and Meal” evenings, raising money for charities such as Cancer Research and Maggie’s, as well as supporting organisations including the Riding for the Disabled Association, Yellow Submarine and the Royal British Legion through post-show collections. Supporting and encouraging younger members has always been important to us. We have staged productions specifically suited to younger performers and helped many gain valuable technical skills in sound, lighting and set design—skills that have even led some on to study related subjects at university. Over the past 76 years, KBDG has staged more than 160 productions by 125 different playwrights in a variety of venues. Like many community groups, funding remains an ongoing challenge, and our current focus is on upgrading our lighting system—last updated in 1986—to a modern, energy- efficient LED system to ensure the group’s future sustainability. We meet every Tuesday at 7.30pm in the Church Room, and in the Village Hall on the third Tuesday of each month. New members are always welcome. If you’d like to get involved, please contact emilyvjoyce@hotmail.com or simply pop along to one of our meetings. We promise high standards, friendly faces, and a lot of fun along the way. pictures supplied by Secretary of Kingston Bagpuize Drama Group

KBS Parish Council The Village Hall, Draycott Road, Southmoor, OX13 5BY Clerk: Mrs Sarah Bates Tel: 07908 472827 - Email: clerk@kbs-parishcouncil.gov.uk GP Surgeries Marcham Road Family Health Centre - 5 miles, Abingdon, OX14 1BT - 01235 522602 The White Horse Medical Practice - 8 miles, Faringdon, SN7 7YU - 01367 242388 A&E Hospitals John Radcliffe - 16 miles , Oxford - 01865 741166 Great Western - 20 miles, Swindon - 01793 604020 Minor Injuries Hospitals Abingdon Community Hospital - 5 miles, Marcham Rd, Abingdon OX14 1AG - 01865 904346 Witney Hospital - 9 miles, Welch Way, Witney,OX28 6JJ - 01865 903841 https://oxfordhealth.nhs.uk/service_description/minor-injuries-units/ Pharmacies Wootton Pharmacy – 5 miles 7 Besselsleigh Road, Wootton, Abingdon, OX13 6DN 01865 736136 Bretts Pharmacy – 5 miles 11-12 Millbrook Square, Grove, Wantage, OX12 7JZ 01235 763941 Tesco Instore Pharmacy – 5miles Tesco Superstore, Marcham Road, Abingdon, OX14 1TU 01235 451300 Faringdon Pharmacy - 9 miles 3 London Street, Faringdon, SN7 7AE 01367 244632 Vets Elms Veterinary – 9 miles 30 Gloucester Street, Faringdon, SN7 7HY 01367 242416 Medivet Faringdon – 9 miles 14 Coxwell Rd, Faringdon SN7 7EZ 01367 242777 Abivale Vets – 7 miles 2 Vineyard, Abingdon OX14 3NR 01235 524777 Police Non Emergency : Call 101 Crime stoppers : 24hr, 08007830137 District Council Vale of White Horse 01235 422422 Emergency Helpline 01235 422420 Bin collections Community Issues Contact District Councillor Jill Rayner , at jill.rayner@whitehorsedc.gov.uk 24hr Emergencies Samaritans: call 116 123 www.samaritans.org Gas : 0800 111 999 Electricity : call 105 Water : 0800 316 9800 The Cedar Community Club Where older people meet with friends, old and new 01865 686472 Citizens Advice, Mind , Childline www.citizensadvice.org.uk 0808 278 7907 Mind: www.mind.org.uk , 0800 169665 Childline: www.childline.org.uk , 08001111

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Local Groups and Societies in and Around KBS We are very fortunate to have so many wonderful local clubs and societies within KBS and the surrounding areas. Below, you’ll find more information about each one, including contact details if you’re interested in getting involved. Kingston Bagpuize Millennium Green Contact Millennium Green Website The Millennium Green is a beautiful and peaceful nature reserve behind the tall trees down the Old Oxford Road. It was established by a group of villagers who planted 2000 trees to celebrate the Millennium. It is now an independent Charitable Trust owned and run by villagers. The Green acts as a natural haven in the centre of the village between the new large housing estates. It’s home to all sorts of sporting activities from yoga to football.There is a Junior Parkrun every Sunday morning. The Great Easter Egg Hunt on EasterSunday and the Boxing Day walk are two of the traditional events on the Green. The whole village has voted twice on whether to allow dogs on the Green and on both occasions the majority voted against. Every aspect of running the Green is done by villagers, from event management to working parties. Volunteers are always welcome. Pictures supplied by Guy Browning KBS Art and Craft Club Contact We are a group with a common interest in art, crafts and chatting over tea and biscuits. If art and crafts are not what you do, chatting over tea and biscuits is just fine, but there are many opportunities to give things a try without any pressure. Each has skills in different areas that include, crochet, knitting, sewing, card making, embroidery, sketching and water colouring and all are happy to share these. Over the years we have explored card making, book binding, and glass painting. We are also lucky in to be able invite guess to give talks and demonstrations in various areas chosen by members. But one of the biggest and most enjoyable parts is making friends and sharing a common interest. We now have a Facebook page “KBS Village Art and Craft Club” for anyone interested in seeing the kind of things we make. The club meets on alternate Mondays throughout the year in the St John the Baptist Church Hall, Kingston Bagpuize, starting at 09.30 and finishing at midday. The first meeting Is free and thereafter £3 each session with coffee, tea and biscuits provided. If you would like further information please do not hesitate to contact Jean Allsworth - mobile number listed above. Yoga in Longworth Longworth Yoga Website Email for more info General yoga classes in Longworth are suitable for beginners and pay particular attention to alignment and the foundations of the preliminary poses. Iyengar yoga is for all. Improvers can be challenged and those with physical ailments are supported with props and alternative poses. Regular classes are held at Longworth Village Hall on Monday evenings and Tuesday at noon. Classes run all year. Longworth Hall has a long history of regular yoga classes and contains a large amount of yoga equipment which can be used in class. Information on attending the classes can be found on the listed above. For more general info email Lorraine Moore, email also listed above. Kingston Bagpuize and Southmoor Bowls Club Honorary secretary email Bowling is a growing sport, and a great opportunity for all ages to participate from juniors to pensioners. With a bit of coaching and practice, you'll be surprised how quickly you are playing to a good standard. We are a thriving and very friendly lawn bowls club located 300 metres down the Oxford Road on the right hand side, next door to the Millenium Green, with plenty of parking. As we have an all-weather floodlit green, we are able to play all year round. We participate in numerous local leagues and have a number of members who play at a county level, one of whom is one of our junior members. We have many club members' competitions played throughout the year and have roll-up sessions twice a week on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. During the Winter months we also have members playing in an indoor short mat league. In addition to bowls, we have an active social programme throughout the year for members, held at the clubhouse where we have a bar offering a wide range of alcoholic and soft drinks. As we will be celebrating our 30th anniversary in 2026, we are planning a wide range of events both on and off the green. If you would like to join us and would like to try your hand at bowls, please feel free to contact our Hon Secretary, where we can arrange for you to come and try your hand at bowls with one of our members or simply join in at one of our Roll-up sessions. All you need is a pair of trainers and we will provide the bowls. We are also able to provide a fun away day for local businesses and societies, providing a fun introduction to bowls including a buffet or BBQ. We will be holding an Open Day in May 2026 where we welcome all those wanting to try their hand at bowls and learn what the club has to offer. Southmoor and Kingston Bagpuize Gardening Club The Gardening Club is for everyone who takes pleasure in seeing plants grow and thrive. Some members have greener fingers than others, but don't feel that you have to be a good gardener to join. The club is for all ages, and reluctant or enthusiastic gardeners alike. What do we get up to? Monthly talks on a wide variety of gardening related topics. These are held at the Village Hall, 1st Tuesday of each month at 7:30pm (doors open at 7:15pm), except August, July and December. Visitors very welcome! Parties in July and December (contact us for more info) Visits to local gardens and places of interest (e.g. Worcester College garden) Annual plant sale at the Church Fete – and look out for others! Practical workshops The Village Show in September - you can enter your flowers, produce, cookery or crafts (see show schedule for categories ), or just come along for an entertaining afternoon for the whole family. For more information please contact Sharon Cooper (chair), or visit the Southmoor and Kingston Bagpuize Gardening club website. Sharon's email Club Website Beyond traditional workouts: exploring the joy and effectiveness of Fitsteps Dance Fitness Nancy's email Nancy's Website Fitsteps offers a dynamic and engaging dance fitness programme within the Kingston Bagpuize and Southmoor community. It provides a welcoming environment dedicated to making the elegance and energy of Ballroom and Latin dancing accessible for fitness and dance enthusiasts of all levels and ages. The core objective is to deliver a fun, effective, and accessible workout experience that intergrates authentic steps from dances such as the Waltz, Rumba, Cha Cha Cha and Jive, amongst many others, into structured, easy-to-follow routines. Fitsteps is a non-partner-based dance fitness format, co-created by professional dancers from Strictly Come Dancing, Ian Waite and Natalie Lowe. The classes are designed to enhance several aspects of physical well-being: Cardiovascular health: routines provide high-energy, full-body movement to boost stamina. Muscular toning: focus is placed on strengthening and defining the core an major muscle groups. Coordination and cognitive function: learning and executing the dance steps helps improve balance and mental acuity. Our ethos emphasises community, enjoyment, and mental well-being, positioning the class as an uplifting alternative to traditional gym workouts. Prior dance experience is not required to participate, ensuring inclusivity for all prospective members. Fitsteps classes are hosted weekly at the Kingston Bagpuize and Southmoor Village Hall, providing a consistent schedule for regular attendees. The teacher, Nancy, focuses on integrating a full range of Ballroom and Latin styles for an invigorating workout, held on Tuesdays from 2.30 to 3.30pm. All steps are broken down and shown and modifications are given for lower or higher impact, designed to cater to beginners, those recovering from injury, or individuals preferring a gentler pace, as well as all other levels of fitness and ability. Participation in the Fitsteps classes is open to all members of the community, with no membership requirement beyond the class fee (currently £9 per one-hour class). The structure is designed for maximum accessibility: Drop-in basis: new participants are welcomed on a drop-in basis to trial a class. Advance booking: spots can be secured and classes reserved via Nancy’s dedicated online booking platform on her website. Link found above, 3. Contact information: the instructor Nancy is always available to answer any queries and provide further details, via phone/text/WhatsApp. Southmoor and Kingston Bagpuize Badminton Club Improvers - Jenny's Email Improvers - Sharon's Email Beginners - Scott's Email We’re extremely lucky to have a badminton court in the village and we currently offer four sessions per week at the Village Hall. We are a friendly bunch and play mainly for fun, no matter what the level. New players are very welcome at any level but do note that, since there’s only one court, numbers are limited. Please contact us first before coming along so we can let you know if there’s space. You’ll need to provide your own racquet for all levels of play. Sessions are currently as follows: Beginners: Wednesday evenings 8-9pm - Contact Scott Improvers: Wednesday evenings 6.30-8pm - Contact Jenny Improvers / Intermediate: Saturday mornings 9-10.30am - Contact Sharon Improvers / Intermediate: Monday evenings 6.15-7.30pm - Contact Sharon Apple Blossoms WI Apple Blossoms WI is a welcoming and diverse Women’s Institute group based in Kingston Bagpuize & Southmoor. We meet at Southmoor Village Hall on the second Tuesday of every month at 7:30pm, and we’re proud to be part of Oxfordshire WI. Our meetings and activities cover a wide range of interests, from guest speakers on a variety of topics to hands-on craft sessions, social get-togethers, and plenty of opportunities to learn new skills and make new friends. Each meeting includes refreshments (tea, coffee, wine, and biscuits), and we also hold a raffle every month. We’re enthusiastic fundraisers and enjoy supporting our local community through various initiatives and events. Whether you’re looking to get involved in village life, try something creative, or simply enjoy an evening out with a friendly group, there’s something for everyone at Apple Blossoms WI. New members and visitors are always welcome! You can contact us at appleblossomswi@oxfordshirewi.co.uk , follow updates in KBS, visit our Facebook page, or simply come along to one of our monthly meetings. We’d love to welcome you! Kingston Colts Football Club Club Secretary Email About Us Kingston Colts Football Club is a proud FA Chartered Status Club based in Kingston Bagpuize. We exist to provide football opportunities for players of all ages in a safe, friendly, and supportive environment. Run entirely by volunteers, we aim to combine enjoyment with player development, ensuring that every member feels part of a community.• Teams: We currently have 9 squads, including youth teams across multiple age groups, a men’s team, and an Over 50s team. Leagues: Our youth teams play in both the Oxford Mail Youth League and theWitney & District Youth League. The men’s team play in the North BerksLeague, and our Over 50s team compete in the Oxfordshire Veterans League. Safeguarding: All managers, coaches and committee members are CRB checked and complete ongoing FA safeguarding training, ensuring the highest standards of care and responsibility. Matches & Activities Football is at the heart of our weekends! Match Days: Games are played on Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting. Spectators: We warmly welcome supporters — whether you’re family, friends, or simply a local football fan, your encouragement makes a huge difference. Community Spirit: Beyond the matches, the club fosters friendships, teamwork, and a strong village identity. How to Get Involved We’re always looking to grow and strengthen our club. Opportunities include - • Players: New members of all ages are welcome. We’re especially looking to launch teams in the younger age groups, and for the first time, a girls’ team. • Volunteers: To make this possible, we need more helping hands. Roles include: Team managers and coaches for new squads Refereeing matches. Pitch marking and match day setup Serving refreshments on cold mornings Committee Roles: We currently have a vacancy for a Registrations Secretary- a key role in keeping the club running smoothly.Volunteering is a fantastic way to support grassroots football, meet new people, and make a real difference in the community. Contact If you’d like to join as a player, volunteer, or committee member, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact our Club Secretary - Table Tennis for Over 55s Bob's Email This group focuses on fitness and fun in a relaxed atmosphere. All skill levels are welcome! Who: Group for individuals aged 55 and over. When: Every Tuesday at 11:00 am.Duration: 1.5 hours per session. Ability: Mixed spectrum of playing abilities. New players are welcome! Focus: Keeping fit and having fun (the group doesn't take itself too seriously)Social events throughout the year. How to Join If you are interested in joining the group, please email Bob Cox. YOGA SOUTHMOOR WITH MARICELA Need some yoga? Crave community, accountability and connection? Need space to nurture your Body & Mind? I've got you covered however you take your yoga! Welcome to yoga in a new age, let's connect to stay fit & healthy in body & mind. Choose from weekly live yoga classes in Southmoor: 🌟Yoga for all levels, Tuesdays 18.00 🌟Seat yoga (seniors), Wednesday 10.30 🌟Beginners workshop 18.30 Maricela's Email Website Abingdon & KBS Pilates Max your Core Strength Pilates is a fantastic way to strengthen your body and get the best out of it. Developed over 100 years ago by Joseph Pilates, his exercises have been adapted and improved in-line with modern understanding of human movement. Good Core strength is an essential element of a healthy body without pain. My Pilates classes are focussed on improving your body so it works at its best for you and is pain free. In coming to my classes, you will be instructed in Pilates exercises that strengthen 2 sets of muscles that stabilise your core and optimise your movement. The 2 sets of muscles are the, inner 'stabilisers' and Outer 'Moving' muscle groups. They both need to be trained very differently and I ensure this is achieved during every class I teach. My classes are matwork based and do not need any equipment. They are challenging, rewarding and most importantly fun and delivered with good humour. They are designed to cater for all abilities and goal orientations.So whether you are new to Pilates or have done it before, my classes will benefit you and help you achieve your goals. New to Pilates? If you are new to Pilates then my classes are ready to help you get the best out of your body quickly and effectively. We are always able to accommodate new pupils so come along a join my other pupils and get the benefits of Pilates today! If you have any further questions, please contact Murray via his phone number. Our Classes: Abingdon Pilates Monday Fitzharrys School, Abingdon 7 - 8 pm Kingston Bagpuize & Southmoor Pilates Thursday Southmoor Village Hall 1.30 - 2.30 pm Thursday John Blandy Primary School 7 - 8 pm Website Murray's Mobile

About KBS Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor is situated 10 miles south-west of Oxford at the junction of the A420 and A415. The parish lies on the 'Golden Ridge' of Corallian limestone which runs from Cumnor to Faringdon. Its fertile soils have nurtured farms famous for their fruit and hops. The name comes from de Bachepuise, a Norman family who controlled the estates after the Conquest. The building of a bypass has encouraged recent development and the population is 3,903 Population [2021 Census] The village shops and services are used by many neighbouring communities. History of Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor has a long and varied past, shaped by thousands of years of settlement, major estate families, wartime activity, and the gradual merging of two neighbouring communities. Early Settlement Archaeological discoveries show that the area was inhabited from prehistoric times. Mesolithic and Neolithic flints, a Bronze Age knife, and Iron Age pottery have all been found locally. The Romans also left a significant presence, including a villa on Kingston Hill and a hoard of more than 2,000 coins dating from around AD 307. Saxon and Medieval Period The village appears in Saxon records as Cingestun. In 970, the parish was described as a long, narrow strip of land stretching from the River Thames to the River Ock. After the Norman Conquest in 1066, the manors of Kingston were granted to Norman lords, and the first church on the present site was built between about 1076 and 1099. Over time, Kingston Bagpuize became divided into several manors, which were eventually united in 1543 by John Latton. Draycott Moor (now Southmoor) was originally part of Longworth and belonged to Abingdon Abbey until 1538. It was later granted to St John’s College, Oxford, in 1574. 18th and 19th Century Village Life Kingston House, the main estate house, was built between 1660 and 1670 and remodelled in the 18th century. Both Kingston Bagpuize and Southmoor remained small agricultural communities. Southmoor centred on its Town Pond, while Kingston Bagpuize grew around Kingston House. The Inclosure Acts of 1805–06 and 1844 reorganised local farmland and changed the layout of both settlements. From 1863 to 1935 the Old Berkshire Hunt was based in the parish, bringing employment and activity to the area. 20th Century Transformation In 1917 the estate was sold, and in 1935 most remaining estate lands and houses were auctioned following the owner’s bankruptcy. During the Second World War, up to 3,000 American troops were stationed in the parish in large hutted camps. After the war, these sites housed displaced people and workers until new homes were built. Major housing development in the 1960s and 1970s filled the space between the two formerly separate villages, more than doubling the population. Formation of the Modern Parish 1971: The parishes of Kingston Bagpuize and Draycott Moor were united to form the civil parish of Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor. 1974: The parish was transferred from Berkshire to Oxfordshire during national boundary changes. 1992: The A420 bypass opened, reducing through-traffic and helping connect the community more closely. Continued development in the late 20th and early 21st centuries completed the joining of the two villages into one continuous settlement. Today Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor is a thriving community with deep historic roots. From prehistoric settlements and Roman farms to medieval manors, wartime camps and modern housing, the parish has continually evolved while maintaining a strong sense of identity and heritage.

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