The Oddfellows - Higham on the Hill

02/11/2026

🔥 Remember Remember… Bonfire Night at the Oddies?

This newspaper advert takes us back to the days when the Oddfellows Arms hosted Bonfire Night celebrations, bringing the community together for an evening of fireworks, fun and friendship.

Events like these helped make the Oddies the heart of village life. Families wrapped up against the cold, friends gathered for a night out, and neighbours came together to enjoy a community tradition. And the exciting thing is... we could have community events like this again.

By bringing the Oddfellows Arms into community ownership, we have the chance to revive the events and celebrations that made the pub so special. Imagine once again gathering at the Oddies for Bonfire Night, seasonal events and community celebrations.

💭 Do you remember attending a Bonfire Night at the Oddies? Share your memories in the comments below and help us build a picture of the Oddies through the years.

📸 Even better, do you have any photos? We'd love to see them! Please send your pictures to [email protected], along with a brief description telling us who's in the photo, when it was taken, and any memories associated with it.

👉 Want to help bring the Oddfellows Pub into community ownership? Whether you'd like to volunteer, pledge for shares, make a donation, or simply help spread the word, every bit of support makes a difference. Follow our page, share this post, and keep an eye out for updates on how you can get involved.

02/11/2026

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26/10/2026

It’s just an ordinary Saturday in the village.

🥕 You pop into the Oddies shop for a few essentials.
☕ Your neighbour is having a coffee, so you stop for a chat.
🐕 Later, you take the dog for a walk and spot friends enjoying a drink in the garden.
🍺 You join them for a pint.
🥡 Your children are hungry, so you grab some food.
👥 That evening, there’s a local group using the community space while others are enjoying a drink in the pub.

Nothing extraordinary happened. And that’s exactly the point.
The Oddies becomes part of everyday village life again.

👉 Want to help bring the Oddfellows Pub into community ownership? Whether you'd like to volunteer, pledge for shares, make a donation, or simply help spread the word, every bit of support makes a difference. Follow our page, share this post, and keep an eye out for updates on how you can get involved.

20/10/2026

Sums it up!

What makes a pub worth saving? 🤔

For many rural communities, it's not just about food and drink. Community-owned pubs are tackling isolation, supporting wellbeing, creating jobs and safeguarding vital local assets.

📣"They're places where people meet, where people talk, where people connect. In a polarised society, we can't afford to lose those spaces."

In our latest feature article, our Communications and Marketing Officer, Michael Wolverson, speaks with Jane Marsh from The Salusbury Arms Community Pub in North Wales about the challenges facing the pub sector, the importance of community-owned social infrastructure, and why community ownership shouldn't be viewed as a "too difficult" solution.

📖 Read the full article: https://plunkett.co.uk/why-community-pubs-matter-more-than-ever/

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19/10/2026

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19/10/2026

🎤 Good friends, great nights, and a microphone in hand... the Oddies was the place to be!

For so many people, the Oddfellows Arms was where friendships were made and memories were created. Whether it was a quiet drink, a catch-up with neighbours, or a lively karaoke night, the Oddies brought people together.

This photo takes us back to those fantastic nights filled with laughter, singing, and maybe the occasional questionable song choice! 🎶

As we work to bring the pub into community ownership, we're reminded that it wasn't just the building that made the Oddies special, it was the people and the moments they shared there.

💭 Do you have your own Oddies memories? We'd love to hear your stories! Share your memories in the comments below and help us build a picture of the Oddies through the years.

📸 Even better, do you have any photos? We'd love to see them! Please send your pictures to [email protected], along with a brief description telling us who's in the photo, when it was taken, and any memories associated with it.

👉 Want to help bring the Oddfellows Pub into community ownership? Whether you'd like to volunteer, pledge for shares, make a donation, or simply help spread the word, every bit of support makes a difference. Follow our page, share this post, and keep an eye out for updates on how you can get involved.

13/10/2026

New Blog! What a wonderful turnout for the community consultation meeting last week - thank you to all our fantastic neighbours for your ongoing support!

What a fantastic turnout again at the Community Consultation meeting last week! The Parish Council and Higham CBS jointly hosted the meeting to allow us to bring the community up to date on our progress and to undertake a consultation on the Public Works loan. The church was full again (should we sa...

12/10/2026

Imagine what could happen at the Oddies… 📚🎲🎶🍰

If we can bring the Oddfellows Arms back as a community hub, it could become a place for so much more than a pint. A place where local people can come together, share their interests, learn something new and simply enjoy spending time with one another.

Here are just some of the community events we could see happening:

📚 Book club – a cosy evening discussing your latest read over a drink.

🎲 Games nights – board games, card games, quizzes and plenty of friendly competition.

🧩 Puzzle club – bring along a jigsaw and enjoy some relaxed company.

🧶 Knit & natter – bring your latest project, learn from others and have a good chat.

🎨 Craft workshops – painting, pottery, wreath-making, sewing and other creative activities.

🌱 Gardening group – swap tips, share cuttings and perhaps even plan projects for the village.

🎵 Music nights – live local musicians, open mic nights, acoustic sessions and singalongs.

🎤 Quiz nights – a regular village quiz with teams battling it out for bragging rights!

🍰 Afternoon teas – a chance to get together for cake, tea and a good old natter.

👶 Parent & toddler groups – somewhere local for parents and little ones to meet.

👵 Coffee mornings – a regular opportunity for people to meet, chat and make new friends.

🚶 Walking groups – meet at the Oddies, head out for a village walk and return for a well-earned drink.

🐕 Dog walkers’ meet-ups – because our four-legged friends are part of the community too!

💻 Community talks & workshops – from local history and wildlife to practical skills and guest speakers.

🎄 Seasonal events – Christmas gatherings, Halloween parties, Easter activities, summer garden parties and more.

And these are just the ideas we’ve thought of so far…

What would YOU like to see happening at the Oddies?

👉 Want to help bring the Oddfellows Pub into community ownership? Whether you'd like to volunteer, pledge for shares, make a donation, or simply help spread the word, every bit of support makes a difference. Follow our page, share this post, and keep an eye out for updates on how you can get involved.

08/10/2026

❤️ A big heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us last night for the joint Parish Council and Higham Community Benefit Society public consultation meeting at St. Peter’s Church.

It was fantastic to see such a large turnout, with the church full of residents keen to hear more and share their views. We truly value your support and engagement as we work together on this exciting project for our community.

If you weren’t able to attend but would like to stay informed, make sure you sign up to our mailing list. We’ll be sharing updates and information shortly:

🔗 https://mailchi.mp/0dc2feab9841/oddieshigham

If you have any questions, please email 📧 [email protected]

Thank you again for your continued support. Together, we can help shape the future of this important community asset.

07/10/2026

Shout out to our new followers! Excited to have you onboard! 🥰 Sign up on the contact page on the website for updates on our progress

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