Friday 12 September (16)

🤭 Paul Zerdin: Jaw-Drop - Grove Theatre, Dunstable


Time: 19:30

😂 Get ready for a night of laughter and jaw-dropping entertainment with the Paul Zerdin – Jaw Drop UK Comedy Tour!

▪️AGES: 14+


Featuring the remarkable talents of ventriloquist Paul Zerdin, the show brings to life a delightful cast of characters including Sam, the cocky teenager; Albert, the 96-year-old with a razor sharp wit; and the Baby, who hilariously believes the world revolves around him.

Adding to the hilarity are Paul’s dim-witted American bodyguard Roger and an outrageous Urban Fox. This tour also marks the return of Paul’s TV and radio personality character, Alasdair Rimmer, who is eager to make a comeback with Paul’s help.

As a former America’s Got Talent winner, Paul promises an evening of top-notch stand-up comedy and ventriloquism, including his famous human dummy routine with an exciting new twist. Don’t miss this unforgettable show!

🎟 TICKET COST: £24
NOTE: A £3.50 transaction fee will be applied to your booking. You can book via the event link.

♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Tickets can be not booked online please phone the box office.

☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01582 60 20 80

😋AMPTHILL EAT FEAST 2025


Time: 16:00 - 21:00

🎊 Get ready to tantalize your taste buds at the Amthill Park EAT Feast, the ultimate street food extravaganza!

😋 WHAT TO EXPECT
Ampthill Park will transform into a vibrant culinary hub, bringing together a mouthwatering array of international flavors from the best local food trucks and caterers. Whether you’re a fan of sizzling street tacos, gourmet burgers, or delectable vegan and veggie options, there’s something for everyone at this delicious celebration!

🌱 Vegan | Veggie | Gluten-Free Options Galore!
Here's a taste of what's cooking at Ampthill:

🇻🇨 Caribbean – One Pot
🇬🇷 Greek – Eat is Greek
🇰🇷 Korean – Maya Street Food
🍟 Loaded Fries – High Fryers
🇲🇽 Mexican – Mamas Mexican
🥟 Bao Buns & Rice Bowls – Harlem 2 Manila
🇮🇳 Indian Wraps – Hyderabadi Dhaba
🍪 Sweet Treats – Crumb De La Crème
🍷 The Stirrup Bar – Fully Stocked Bar
🧡 Free Entry | Family Friendly | Outdoor Vibes

🎶 MUSIC
But it’s not just about the food—immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere filled with fantastic music and refreshing beverages. Grab a drink, enjoy the tunes, and soak in the vibrant community spirit as you connect with friends, family, and fellow food lovers.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FAMILY FRIENDLY
Bring the little ones along, as this event is child-friendly. So why settle for a takeaway on the couch when you can indulge in a feast of flavors right in your hometown? Mark your calendars and prepare for a day of great food, great company, and unforgettable memories at the Ampthill Park EAT Feast!

🪑 WHAT TO BRING...
Please bring, fold up chairs or blankets.

🛝 PLAY PARK
You will also find a play park on the grounds, great to entertain the children!

🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads welcome

📅 2025 AMPTHILL PARK DATES
▪️
Friday 11th April
▪️Friday 9th May
▪️Friday 13th June
▪️Friday 11th July
▪️Friday 8th August
▪️Friday 12th September 
Sold Out

🔮 Psychic Supper with International Medium Philip Kinsella at The Axe & Compass, Heath & Reach


Time: 19:00 - 22:00

🔮 An intimate Evening of Clairvoyance,  including  a supper, with talented Medium Philip Kinsella. A choice of 3 suppers, including a Vegan gluten free choice.

ℹ️ INFORMATION
Please be seated by 7pm. Supper is served at 7.15pm promptly. *Tickets to be purchased before the event*  No refunds. Over 18’s only. When they are gone, they are gone!

🎟 TICKETS COST: £25
Tickets are available from the Axe & Compass at £25 per person, which includes your supper. Cash or card accepted. Thank you . Call The Axe on 01525 237394 or pop in to book. We are looking forward to seeing you at this popular venue. 

( Any questions, please feel free to contact us at Crystal House Wellbeing Centre Facebook page messenger ) 

🎶 Sambroso All Stars - Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton


Time: 20:00 - 22:00

🎶 Is there a more iconic Cuban album than Buena Vista Social Club’s eponymous debut? Winning the Grammy for Best Traditional Tropical Latin Album, it remains a high watermark not just for Cuban music but world music as a whole, having been only one of two non-English speaking albums to be included in Rolling Stone’s 500 greatest albums of all time list.

▪️AGE:
18+

Doing this album any sort of justice is no easy task, but there isn’t anyone better than Sambroso Noda, the beating heart of London’s Cuban community and flourishing music scene. He has whipped up a bonafide ‘all star’ group of Cuban musicians who will pay their own unique and loving tribute to the landmark album.

🎶 WHAT MUSIC?
The 7-piece all star band promise to mesmerise the crowd with their combination of Cuban Son, Latin Jazz and Rumba, from Cuba’s Golden era.

🕖 TIMES
▪️7pm doors
▪️8pm start

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️£22.00 (inc. booking fee)

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: boxoffice@culturetrust.com
☎️ Phone: 01582 878100

🎭 The Great Gatsby - Maulden Vilage Hall


Time: 20:00 - 22:30

🎭 We’re thrilled to announce that tickets are now available for our brand new queer adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s timeless classic, The Great Gatsby!

▪️AGE: 16+


🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
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Fri 12th Sep 2025, 8:00PM
▪️Sat 13th Sep 2025, 7:30PM

🤩 EVENT DETAILS
Step into the glamour, intrigue, and heartbreak of the Roaring Twenties—reimagined through a fresh, vibrant lens by our very own Chloe Carpenter!

📍LOCATION: Maulden Village Hall

🎟 TICKET COST: £10
You can book tickets via the event link.

ℹ️ BOX OFFICE (OPEN NOW):
📱 07799 895740
📞 01525 402644
📧 mauldenplayers@gmail.com

📘 FACEBOOK PAGE
To keep updated keep an eye on Maulden Players Facebook page.

🎡 Kempston Funfair - September 2025


🎠 Stanley Thurstons Fun Park is coming to Addison Park, Kempston this September 2025.

🎡 SEPTEMBER DATES 2025
💥
Friday 12th September: 5pm - 9pm
▪️Saturday 13th September: 1pm - 9pm
▪️Sunday 14th September: 1pm - 9pm
💥 Friday 19th September: 5pm - 9pm
▪️Saturday 20th September: 1pm - 9pm
▪️Sunday 21st September: 1pm - 7pm

💥KEMPSTON 2025 DISCOUNT DAYS!
▪️Friday 12th September
▪️Friday 21st September
▪️All rides only 2 tokens (excludes bungees)!
▪️Unlimited rides passes for £15


TOKEN COST
🎫 1 Token = £1.20
🎫 10 Tokens = £10.00

💳 ENTRY: £2.00
(Free entry when purchasing an unlimited ride pass)

ℹ️ KEEP UPDATED INCASE OF ANY CHANGES
Keep updated on the Facebook via the event link. 

🦁 Universal Credit Low Cost Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!


🐵 Reduced price Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!
Whipsnade Zoo wants as many people as possible to be able to enjoy a brilliant day out with them, to benefit from the amazing animals which live at Whipsnade Zoo, connect with nature and help us create a world where wildlife thrives.

To help people who might find cost or other challenges a barrier to visiting Whipsnade Zoo, the Universal Credit tickets provide entry at a reduced price.

🙋‍♀️ WHO CAN GET THE REDUCED TICKETS?

Reduced price tickets to Whipsnade Zoo available for those currently receiving:
▪️Universal Credit, 
▪️Working Tax Credit, 
▪️Child Tax Credit, 
▪️Employment and Support Allowance, 
▪️Income Support 
▪️Jobseeker’s Allowance.

🌐 ONLINE BOOKING ONLY VIA THE 'EVENT LINK' BUTTON
These tickets are only available to purchase online in advance, for up to six people per household (under 3’s go free and do not need to book – but must be accompanied by an adult with a booked ticket). As only full price tickets are available to buy at the gate.

📝 WHAT WILL I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
You'll need to bring proof of eligibility with you and show this when you present your ticket(s) to the friendly staff at the Zoo entrance. This can either be by logging into your Universal Credit portal or by bringing your proof of benefit letter (one proof per household). To be eligible you must have received a Universal Credit payment within the last month and you may also be asked to show photographic ID.

🎟 HOW MUCH ARE THE REDUCED TICKETS?
▪️ADULT (AGES 16+)
  - £7.00 / £6.00     
▪️CHILD (3-15 YEARS) -  £4.00 / £3.00
▪️UNDER 3 - Free

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💡 AN IDEA TO SAVE MONEY ON FOOD...
You can check out the toogoodtogo app to see if they have any surprise bags of food left, generally they are £3 instead of costing £9. Be quick though they can sell out quickly.
https://share.toogoodtogo.com/item/699154/ 

📸 Collectormania Milton Keynes - September 2025


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

🤩 Collectormania Milton Keynes comes to thecentre:mk - FREE TO ENTER!

🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️
Friday 12th September: 10am - 6pm
▪️Saturday 13th September: 9am - 6pm
▪️Sunday 14th September: 10am - 4pm

📍 LOCATION
Middleton Hall, MK shopping Centre.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Meet stars from film & TV, take part in photoshoots, autograph sessions and browse hundreds of stalls full of TV & Film memorabilia.

📸 PHOTOSHOOT
Photoshoot tickets for Saturday & Sunday cost between £16 - £101.
Click here.

ℹ️ FOR MORE INFORMATION
To find out more click the event link below.

👻 Dinner & Paranormal Investigation - Whaddon


Time: 19:30 - 01:00 Price: £45.00

👻 Ghost Nights at The Lowndes Arms, Whaddon. Dare you join us for a night of spine-tingling encounters and paranormal thrills?
We’re opening our doors for two exclusive Ghost Nights:


📅 Friday 12th September 2025
📅 Friday 31st October 2025
(Halloween Special!)

For just £45 per person, your night includes:
✨ A meal on arrival
✨ Access from 7:30pm ‘til late
✨ A chilling evening filled with ghostly happenings

🎟 BOOKING
Spaces are extremely limited – once they’re gone, they’re gone! Book now to secure your place… if you’re brave enough.
☎️ Phone: 01908 990334

Saturday 13 September (25)

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📽 Family Films and Last Night at the Proms 2025


Time: 11:00 - 21:30

🎊 As summer begins to wind down, Parson’s Close Recreation Ground, Leighton Buzzard will be alive with activity and atmosphere on Saturday 13th September 2025, offering a full day of entertainment for all ages.

📽 FILMS IN THE PARK
Start the day with the return of Family Films in the Park, a much-loved event featuring two screenings at 11am and 1pm.
▪️11:00am – Lilo & Stitch
▪️1:00pm – Wicked

🥪 BRING A PICNIC
It’s the perfect excuse to pack a picnic, bring a blanket, and settle in for a relaxed afternoon. While you’re there, why not explore the rest of what Parson’s Close has to offer?

⛱️ FREE FUN FOR KIDS
Cool off at the Splash Park, dip your toes in the sand at the mini beach.

🇬🇧 LAST NIGHT OF THE PROMS - 7pm
As the sun begins to set, the mood shifts from family fun to stirring tradition with the Last Night of the Proms celebration, beginning at 7pm. A highlight in the local calendar, this free event blends the joy of a live community gathering with the grandeur of a classic British musical tradition.

🎶 ENTERTAINMENT 
Enjoy a special performance by the Hitchin Band, joined by a guest vocalist to set the tone for an evening of uplifting music and shared spirit. The programme will also feature a live broadcast of the BBC Proms finale, complete with beloved patriotic anthems and orchestral favourites.

🎇 FIREWORKS
To round off the evening, a low-noise firework display will light up the skies—offering all the beauty and brilliance without the loud bangs.

🥂 REFRESHMENTS 
Throughout the day, refreshments will be available from the on-site kiosk and a small bar near the Bandstand will be serving drinks during Last Night of the Proms to help keep the celebratory spirit flowing.
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🎊 Newport Pagnell Town Council 40th Anniversary Event

Saturday 13 September 2025

Time: 12:00 - 21:15

🎉 You're Invited! Join us as we celebrate 40 years of the Newport Pagnell Town Council with a fun-filled day for all ages at Bury Common on Saturday 13th September 2025.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
🐾 12pm – Dog Show registration opens at the command centre

🐶 12.30–1pm – High-energy Flyball demo by Keyne Kanines + your chance to try it!

🏆 1–3pm – Fun Dog Show: wagging tails and winning smiles

📺 1.30–2.30pm – Cartoon Time: chill out with family favourites

🗺️ 3–4pm – Children's Treasure Hunt & Young Adult Competition

🎈 4–5pm – Balloon modelling & Puppet Show with Corina's Cool Kids Parties

🎤 5–6pm – Live singing performance by the amazing Shannon

🎓 6pm – Hear from our past mayors + a special presentation from Cllr Paul Day, our current mayor

🐶 DOG SHOW DETAILS
⭐There are 8 fun categories to enter - including the `Best In Show`
⭐To enter, head to the Command Centre from 12pm by the stage and complete an entry form
⭐Entry fee is just £2 per category - you can enter multiple categories  - all proceeds will go to the Mayor's chosen charity Medical Detection Dogs
⭐Each category winner will receive one of the amazing donated prizes listed below, together with a rosette and certificate.

📽 FREE FILM NIGHT - 7PM - 9:15PM
We’re screening THE GOONIES at 7pm!
🪑 Seating - There’ll be limited seating in the marquees, so feel free to bring your own picnic blankets or fold-up chairs.
💡 Lighting - As the evening sets in, we’ll have some lighting around—but we recommend bringing a torch (or using your phone light) to help you find your way.

🛍 Autumn Craft Fair 2025 - Flitwick Village Hall


Time: 11:00 - 16:00

🛍 This is our 2nd craft fair this year being held at Flitwick Village Hall 11am-4pm. Free entry.

ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
Come along and visit over 30 stalls selling local crafts and products including jewelry, pottery, and textiles. Enjoy our refreshments, raffle, and popular tombola.

🐶 DOG WELCOME
Well behaved dogs welcome.

🌸 Dunton's Garden 25th Party 2025


Time: 14:00 - 17:00

🎉 Dunton Community Garden 25th Birthday Party. Join us for a joyful afternoon celebrating 25 years of community, nature, and local magic!

🍴 Food & Drink
✨️ BBQ delights 
✨️ Cream teas served with charm 
✨️ Pimms & prosecco for a sparkling toast 

🚂 Activities for All Ages
✨️ Land train rides around the garden 
✨️ Crazy golf for a bit of friendly competition 
✨️ Raffle prizes & local stalls 
✨️ Children’s activities and face stickers galore 

🎶 Live Entertainment
✨️ De Capo Brass Band bringing the tunes 
✨️ Letchworth Morris Men & The Biggleswade Barnacles dancing up a storm 

🛠️ Demos & Talks
▪️Blacksmith at work  
▪️Spinning wheel in action  
▪️Dunton honey showcase with a talk by Tim Bees  

🌸 Come celebrate with us in full bloom—whether you're here for the music, the munchies, or the memories, there’s something magical for everyone!