Village news, events and neighbourly stories
From the school nativity to midnight mass, carols by the tree and a village hall market, here is how Great Bedwyn marks Christmas in 2026 — and the volunteers who make it happen.
A practical, dog-friendly guide to seven short winter walks that begin and end in or near Great Bedwyn, with honest notes on mud, distances and where to find a pub or a hot drink afterwards. Perfect for grey mornings, low sun and the sort of boots that have seen better days.
A closer look at the volunteers who keep Great Bedwyn's village shop running in 2026, from the early-morning paper run to the after-school rush. It is a story about rural retail, small kindnesses and the quiet work that turns a shop into a hub.