Jon Bickley and the Invisible Folk Club Band

Folk singer and composer Jon Bickley and the Invisible Folk Club Band, featuring folk and jazz singer Annette Burrows, guitarist Bob Templeman and violinist Diana Stone, performed in the Museum Courtyard. Their set included newly written tunes by Jon for some of the Olney Hymns.

We are delighted to say that they will be returning to Olney in 2023

Invisible Folk is also creating a series of podcasts examining different aspects of Amazing Grace and John Newton’s life.

https://jonbickley.com/olney-hymns

https://invisiblefolkclub.com/

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The final event for Amazing Grace 250 was held at the parish church of St Peter & St Paul, Olney on Wednesday 13th December 2023.  AG250 partners, supporters, participants and community came together to share memories of some of the events and activities which took place over the 18 month programme and project.  The evening

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Our Museum building remains CLOSED.  We are opening our gardens on limited entry.  The Cowper & Newton Museum gardens will be open to welcome you on Wednesday 5th August 10.30 – 12.15 and Saturday 8th August 10.30 – 12.15

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