Brackley.co.uk - Supporting local businesses

09/09/2025

Today we say a huge thank you to all our emergency services - the brave men and women who dedicate their lives to keeping us safe. 🚑🚓🚒

From paramedics and police officers to firefighters, coastguards, call handlers and volunteers - we’re grateful for your service, every single day. 🩵

08/09/2025

🎡 Brackley Charter Fair: 11 - 13 September 🎡

The much loved Brackley Charter Fair is back this week, taking over the High Street from Thursday 11th to Saturday 13th September with rides, games and food stalls! 🌭

Opening times:
• Thursday & Friday from 5pm
• Saturday from 1:30pm

Brought to town by Wilson’s Amusements, the fair has something for all ages… from big thrills to family favourites.

🚗 Please note: road closures and parking restrictions will be in place in the town centre from 9 - 14 September while the fair is set up and taken down.

We look forward to seeing you there! 🎠🎟️

05/09/2025

✨ Today is International Day of Charity ✨
…and we’ve got something really special to share with you! 🎄💌

The wonderfully talented has been busy behind the scenes creating a beautiful hand-drawn design for our 2025 Brackley Christmas cards.

Here’s the best part:
👉🏻 100% of proceeds from the card sales will be donated to a local charity.

But we need YOUR help! 💬

Which Brackley-area charity would you love to see supported? Drop your suggestions in the comments ⬇️ We’ll create a shortlist and come back to you to make the final decision together.

We can’t wait to reveal Tay’s amazing design very soon… so keep your eyes peeled! 👀✨

04/09/2025

🚨 New on Brackley.co.uk! 🚨

We’ve just launched a brand new page on our website dedicated to showcasing the amazing sports clubs and groups for both adults and children in and around Brackley. 🏀⚽🏉🎾

Whether you’re looking to join a team, try a new hobby, or get the kids active, this page is a great place to start.

Know of a club we’ve missed? We’d love your help! There’s a simple form on the website where you can add details and make sure your club is included! 💭

Brackley is full of fantastic opportunities to get active and connected, for both children and adults. Let’s make sure no club goes unnoticed. 💪✨

04/09/2025

Happy 6 months! 🩵

27/08/2025

26/08/2025

As there’s just a week left of the summer holidays, you might be running out of ideas to keep the kids busy… 👀

Don’t forget our Summer Activity Pack is still available! 🎨🧩

Packed with crafts, puzzles, colouring, games, and tasty treats - it’s perfect for keeping little ones entertained at home or out and about in Brackley.

PLUS: there’s still time to enter our Create Your Own Frankie challenge and prize draws (deadline 5th Sept). 🐸

📍Find the info and QR code in the August/September Life in Brackley magazine, or download it now at Brackley.co.uk

P.S. We’d love to see your kids’ creations - tag us or send them in! 📸💚

14/08/2025

Have you spotted Frankie yet? 🔍

Our August/September edition of Life in Brackley brings another round of our much-loved Find Frankie competition – and this time, there’s a mouth-watering prize from the brilliant Brackley Kitchen Deli!

One lucky winner will get to choose from a delicious filled focaccia, pasty, or quiche served with fresh salad or tuck into a tasty pizza. To wash it down, you can pick a hot or cold drink – and then finish in style with a creamy scoop of gelato. 🍨

To take part, simply flick through your copy of the magazine and see if you can find where Frankie is hiding. He’s tucked away somewhere in the pages, ready to be discovered!

Once you’ve found him, follow the instructions inside the magazine to enter – it’s that easy!

No copy to hand? Don’t worry – you can also find the digital edition online at Brackley.co.uk 🖥️

So grab your August/September issue, get searching, and you could be enjoying a delicious treat on us! 😋

10/08/2025

Brackley Leisure Centre is ready for summer! ☀️

This school holiday, they’re bringing a packed programme to keep local families active and entertained – from swimming lessons to sports camps, soft play, and inflatable fun.

🏊 Swim Intensive – Week-long courses (Stages 1–10) plus one-to-one sessions throughout August.

⚽ WR Sports Camps – Ages 4–12, running Mon–Thu with multi-sports, gymnastics, arts & crafts, and more.

🤸 Soft Play & Family Swim – Under 5s on Thursdays, inflatable sessions Wed & Sun, plus family/general swims all summer.

📲 More info: www.leisurecentre.com | www.wrsportsltd.com
📍 Springfield Way, Brackley | 📞 01280 701787

Read the full summer line-up in this month’s magazine or on the community blogs at Brackley.co.uk!

07/08/2025

🚀 Every BIG business starts small… and we’re here to help you grow!

Whether you’re a new start-up or an established local gem, Brackley.co.uk offers affordable advertising from just £50 + VAT, digital promo opportunities, and even free exposure through our Find Frankie competition.

👀 We’re also planning to bring back the popular voucher page in the Brackley Magazine – perfect for driving footfall and rewarding loyal customers!

Want to get involved? Slide into our DMs or email us at info@brackley.co.uk ✨

04/08/2025

Celebrating Community Spirit at Westbury Community Shop & Café 💚

As the summer break hits full swing and the back to school countdown begins, we’re spotlighting the incredible work happening at Westbury Community Shop & Café… a true gem that keeps local at its heart.

From championing local producers to offering volunteering opportunities for both teens (perfect for DofE!) and adults, this place is all about building skills, confidence, and community.

And this month, the volunteers have shared a few of their favourite recipes to help make the most of seasonal produce:

🍅 Fin & Harrison’s tomato & courgette stew
🍛 Sue’s go-to veg curry
🍝 Hazel’s classic spag bol

You’ll find all the recipe links in the latest blog post on their website - head over and take a look!