Events

  • Jun29

    Walking Treasure Hunt

    Back to its old start day, the Walking Treasure Hunt will begin at the Hare and Hounds; 5.30 - 6.30pm. £1.50 per adult entry. 
  • Jun29

    Scarecrows

    Make sure your wonderful scarecrows are in place ready for the judging which will take place during Carnival week. Entry forms are available at https://www.swayvillage.co.uk/Carnival/Entry-Forms

    Don't forget to download the location map as well and leave your entry form, map and £2 entry fee in the box at the newsagents.

    For those wanting a map of where to find the scarecrows (and vote for your favourite), these are also available from the newsagent £1 from 30th June.

    Winner to be announced at the Fete.

  • Jun29

    Colouring Competition

    Time to get your crayons out! This event will run throughout the Carnival Week, colouring sheets are available from Sway Butchers.
  • Jun30

    Garage Sales

    Time to open up your garage and sell some stuff, or maybe you want to follow the garage map and see whats for sale in Sway.

    Maps of participating garages will be available from Sway Youth Centre 8.30 - 11am. £1 a map.

    Entry form available at https://www.swayvillage.co.uk/Carnival/Entry-Forms

  • Jun30

    Drama Club Production

    A Trio of Plays performed by members of Sway Drama Club

    Sway Church Rooms from 7pm.

    Tickets available from 1st June at Hairsway. £6 - includes a glass of wine or soft drink.

  • Jun30

    Boule is back

    This years Carnival sees the return of Sway Boule.

    As this is the first year that its part of the Carnival events it will be in a slightly different format, but still loads of fun as pairs battle it out for the famous Sway Tower trophy.

    We will be excepting applications for 32 'OPEN' pairs for this event. Application forms are available from the newsagent. £5 a team.

    Venue: Gracewells gardens from 2pm:  Refreshments available

  • Jul01

    Sway Carnival Fun Run

    Can you complete the legendary Sway Carnival 5-Mile Run? This year we have a new route that goes through Wilverley and Markway Inclosures.

    Starting at Wilverley Plain   at 10:30 am the entry fee is £10, or £8 for running club members.

    There's also a Children's Fun Run for the younger runners! 

    Under 7s - 1/2 mile, 7+ - 1mile. Entry £1 on the day. Under 5s must be accompanied.

    To join in the 5 mile run please register online or download an entry form.

  • Jul01

    Magical Family Fun Afternoon

    Join us at the Village Hall Green in Stanford Rise for another fun packed family afternoon.

    Back by popular demand, Mr Colours puppet show and balloon modelling, Face Painting, Lucky Dip, Craft Activities and Ferret Roulette, plus Tea and Pimms. 3.00 - 5.00pm

    Free entry, donations accepted.


  • Jul01

    Drama Club Production

    A Trio of Plays performed by members of Sway Drama Club

    Sway Church Rooms from 7pm.

    Tickets available from 1st June at Hairsway. £6 - includes a glass of wine or soft drink.

  • Jul02

    Childrens Disco

    Come and show off your dance moves, lots of fun, dancing and games. Ticket price £2 - includes hot dogs. Tea Cake and other refreshments will be available.

    4:00 - 6:00pm

  • Jul03

    Beetle Drive

    Come and join in the madness that is the annual Sway Beetle Drive. Sway Church Rooms. 6:30pm  Adults £1, Children 50p
  • Jul04

    Quiz Night

    Another night of quiz and musical mayhem with Ian Woolley at the Hare & Hounds. 

    From 8pm - Entry £1 person

  • Jul04

    Tea Party

    Fun for pre-school children and seniors at Gracewells. 

    Note that this event is by invitation only through attendance at Sway pre-schools.

  • Jul05

    Wine and Cheese Evening

    This is a Tasting with finger food accompaniments

    Professional Commentaries from local Wine Grower & Connoisseur,
    Tim Phillips and local Cheese Expert & National Cheese Judge, Jonathan Broomfield. 

    Tickets £15 from Winkworth - Booking essential

    Sway Village Hall - 7pm


  • Jul06

    Carnival Procession

    The procession will start from the village hall; assemble from 6.30pm, set off 7pm and end at the Jubilee Field with a big after show party.

    BBQ, Laughing Street Chef, Ice Cream Van, Dolphin Marching Band, Ukelele Band, Disco + more.

    Your local mobile bar The Frog and Jam Jar and the Silver Hind will be providing refreshment en-route.

    Carnival Procession Entry Form

  • Jul07

    Sway Carnival Fete

    Sway Village Fete will be held at Jubilee Field from 11:am.  Come along and join the fun. 

    New this year: A Craft Tent, Human Fruit Machine and The Rodeo Bull. Kate Hurcombe will be running the ever popular Fun Dog Show.

    Plus all the usual fun events including Bouncy Castle, Maypole, Shorinji Kempo, Historic Cars and Bikes, Beat the Goalie, Cream Teas, Hog Roast, Mobile Bar and many stalls and attractions

    Entry Free - donation requested.

  • Jul08

    Jazz on the Lawn

    Come and join The Manor at Sway for a Sway Carnival Grand Finale:

    JAZZ on the LAWN with 'Not just Sax; featuring Sarah Bolter' www.sarahbolter.co.uk. 

    Venue: The Manor at Sway; 2:30 - 5:30; Tickets £10 adv / £12 on the door.

    Ticket includes first drink and nibbles.

    Cocktails and Cream Teas available.

    01590 682754 - info@swaymanor.com (Subject: Jazz)

  • Jul08

    Family Picnic and Thanksgiving Service

    Join the team at St Lukes for a Family Picnic and Service.

    Church Rooms Garden, St Lukes, from 12 noon