Saturday 14 November (15)
🎁 Flitwick Church Christmas Craft Fair 2026
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
A Christmas Craft fair full of wonderful Craft Stalls, tombolas, food, drink and lots of cake! A free children's craft table to occupy the younger ones.
✅️ FREE ENTRY
Free entry and . All proceeds go to St Peter and St Paul's Church, Flitwick.
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🎄Christmas Farmers & Gift Market 2026 - Buntingford
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
With over 35 artisan stalls to browse, this festive market is a lovely chance to discover handcrafted gifts, seasonal treats and delicious local produce you won’t find on the high street.
Whether you’re searching for something special for family and friends, or simply fancy treating yourself, you’ll find plenty of Christmas inspiration here in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨ One of a kind gifts
✨ Seasonal treats and local produce
✨ Festive refreshments
✨ A warm, welcoming atmosphere
✨ A café run by local East Herts charity AllSorts Dementia Group, serving mulled wine, mince pies and Christmas cake
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
ℹ️ GOOD TO KNOW
Over 35 stalls selling wonderful Christmas gifts, perfect for getting ahead with your festive shopping while enjoying a friendly community event.
🎭 Matilda The Musical Live - Milton Keynes Theatre
Time: 14:30 - 22:00
▪️AGE GUIDANCE: 6+
Please note: Children under 4 years (including babes in arms) will not be admitted. All children must have their own seat.
🗓 PERFORMANCE TIMES
Wed 28 Oct - Sat 14 Nov 2026
▪️Tue - Sat at: 19:30
▪️Wed, Sat and Sun at: 14:30
▪️Thu 29 Oct at: 14:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️28 October - 1 November
▪️3 November - 8 November
▪️10 November - 14 November
✨ ABOUT
Inspired by Roald Dahl’s much-loved book, Matilda The Musical tells the story of an extraordinary little girl with a brilliant mind, a vivid imagination and the courage to change her own destiny.
With a book by Dennis Kelly, music and lyrics by Tim Minchin, and direction by Matthew Warchus, this global phenomenon has won more than 100 international awards, including 24 for Best Musical, and has delighted over 12 million people worldwide.
Now celebrating 15 years on stage, this unforgettable production heads back out on tour — bringing its humour, heart and rebellious spirit to Milton Keynes Theatre.
⭐ WHY GO AND SEE IT?
Expect clever storytelling, standout songs, big laughs and plenty of theatrical magic. It’s a brilliant choice for a family theatre trip, a half term treat or a memorable night out.
📝 GOOD TO KNOW
▪️Running time: 2 hours 35 minutes including interval
▪️Captioned performance: Friday 13th November 2026 at 7.30pm
▪️This production includes flashing lights, lasers, loud sound effects, popped latex balloons, stage haze and strobe effects
▪️Actors also interact in audience spaces during the show
🎟 TICKETS FROM: £30.00
Please note: A booking fee of £3.95 is applied to each order.
🔥 OFFER
Plus, there’s a buy one and get one under 16s half price offer on selected seats for Tue–Thu performances.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT & BOOKING
☎️ Phone: 03330 095 399
Please note you will need to register for the Access Membership Scheme to book tickets.
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🎄St Ives Christmas Lights 2026
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
🌟 WHAT TO EXPECT
With a full day of family-friendly fun, festive shopping and the magical big switch on! If you love Christmas markets, live entertainment and that first real feeling of the season, this much-loved annual event is well worth the trip.
✨️ Live entertainment from 11am
✨️ Bridge Street Christmas Market
✨️ Funfair
✨️ Father Christmas
✨️ The Big Switch On at 5pm
Christmas officially begins in St Ives — and everyone’s invited to be part of the celebration. Expect bustling streets, festive cheer and plenty to enjoy throughout the day as crowds gather for one of the town’s biggest seasonal events.
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of St Ives’ biggest festive celebration – get involved today!
🌟 Hitchin Christmas Light Switch On 2026
Time: 11:30 - 20:00
🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
With live performances starting at 11.30am, food and drink stalls, Santa’s Parade at 5:30pm and Hitchin’s favourite band, The New Town Centres!
🎄 LIGHT SWITCH ON: 6PM
🎶 ENTERTAINMENT
11:30 – The Doorstep Elves
🎄 A Victorian Christmas at The Old Dairy Farm 2026 - Northamptonshire
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️Friday 13 – Sunday 15 November ▪️11am–4pm daily
Join us for a magical festive weekend celebrating 40 years!
🎅 Father Christmas
(Sunday, 12–2pm)
🎶 The Rock Choir
(Sunday, 12–2pm)
🎨 Bauble-making workshops with Magnolia Barn
(Friday & Saturday - booking essential)
🎨 Crafts with Make, Create and Capture Studio
(Sunday AM)
🧶 Spin Oak Crafts
🍎 Fresh apple juice tastings with Heyford Hills Farm
🍷 Mulled wine & homemade mincemeat Bakewell tarts in the Barn Restaurant
✅️ Free admission
✅️ Free parking
ℹ️ CONTACT & VENUE INFORMATION
The Old Dairy Farm Website
☎️ Phone: 01327 340525
📧 Email: olddairyfarmcrafts@gmail.com
🛎 Hotel Deal: Northamptonshire Stay at Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club with Dinner, Early & Late Check & Full Leisure Access For 2 People
Time: 14:00 - 11:00
🗓 2026/2027 DATES
Available for stays until 31 st March 2027
👀 Your deal includes
🐶 Can I bring my pet?
Yes, pet-friendly rooms are available upon an additional charge of £30 per room per night in an appropriate Dog Friendly room. Please note a maximum of 2 small dogs are allowed in 1 room and they have the right to refuse access should the dogs not fit this criteria upon check-in.
♿️ Do they have accessible rooms at Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club?
They have 10 accessible rooms of which 7 are for single occupancy, and 3 are twins/doubles. Each room does differ in its offering and you will have to advise the hotel of your requirements upon enquiry before booking through Wowcher.
💳 DEAL COST (SAVE UP TO 62%)
From £99 - £109 per night for 2 people sharing.
👀 GET THIS DEAL
ℹ️ HOTEL CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01327 220676
😌 Hotel Deal - Crowne Plaza Marlow, B&B, Spa Access - Buckinghamshire
Time: 15:00 - 11:00
🗓 2026/2027 DATES
Valid for stays on selected dates until 31 st May 2027
🌳 ABOUT
Set beside the lake in Buckinghamshire countryside, Crowne Plaza Marlow is a contemporary four-star retreat with a relaxed, modern feel. It combines spa facilities, peaceful views and an award-winning restaurant with spacious rooms and five acres of landscaped grounds.
🛌 ROOM OPTIONS
▪️Double Room: 2 People - Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
Your deal includes
✨️ Optional dinner
🏊♀️ Spa access is included; treatments can be booked separately at an additional cost.
👀 WOWCHER DEAL (Save up to £48%)
💳 PACKAGE COST: From £119
ℹ️ HOTEL CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01628 496800
🏊♂️ Eversholt Cold Water Swim (Over 18's)
Time: 07:00 - 16:45 Price: £7.00
▪️AGES: 18+
🌡Pool temp: 12-15℃
🏊♂️ ABOUT
We have a lovely warm dome for sitting afterwards, and some beautiful lighting for dark mornings and evenings! Cold swimming has many benefits for mind and body. We run introduction sessions if you’ve never done it before. Click the event link for more info about cold swimming sessions and to book. Sessions last 45 minutes.
🗓 OPENING TIMES (TICKETS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE)
▪️Monday: 7am - 11:45am
▪️Tuesday: 7am - 7:45pm
▪️Wednesday: 7am - 7:45pm
▪️Thursday: 7am - 7:45pm
▪️Friday: 7am - 11:45pm
▪️Saturday: 7am - 4:45pm
▪️Sunday: 11am - 3:45pm
🎄 Hemel Hempstead Christmas Light Switch-On 2026
Time: 13:00 - 18:00
✨️ EVENT DETAILS
Join us from 1pm to 6pm for an afternoon of live performances, family activities and festive entertainment, culminating in the moment the town lights up for Christmas. Entry is free!
Enjoy our popular fire show and fireworks alongside walkabout acts. Keep an eye out for the naughty elves!
Keep the little ones entertained with face painting, balloon modelling and children’s rides.
Head to the Rainbow Stage for live entertainment throughout the afternoon, starting with a children’s show and followed by performances from local singing and dance groups.
Take a break and enjoy a bite to eat from a selection of food stalls showcasing local traders and businesses.
🦊🏮 Newton Leys Lantern Parade 2026
Time: 16:00 - 18:00
EVENT DETAILS
🏮 Meet: 4pm
✨ Parade starts: 4:30pm
🌙 Return: 5:30–6pm
🚶 Distance: 1.1 miles / 1.8km
Bring your lantern, wrap up warm and get ready to spot some of the wonderful creatures of the Redway along the way!
♿ ACCESSIBILITY
The route is wheelchair and pushchair friendly, with parking available nearby.
🎤 Live Music at The Higgins Pantry, Bedford
Time: 20:15 - 22:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
A mix of Italian and Latin ballads to get your weekend going with Vivi.
ℹ️ ABOUT THE HIGGINS PANTRY
Located adjacent to The Higgins Bedford we are an independent, family owned & run restaurant and café, serving visitors to the neighbouring museum and also the general public.
The Higgins Pantry is situated at the heart of Bedford’s Cultural Quarter just 2 minutes walk from the High Street and the Embankment. With step free access, we welcome wheelchair users, mobility scooters, pushchairs and assistance dogs.
🍽 BOOK A TABLE
You csn book a table here.
🕺 Ska & Reggae Night - Meppershall Social Club
Time: 20:00 - 23:00
🕺 Fancy dress optional
👨👩👧👦 Reminder For Parents/Carer
Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult when using the social club or games room. For the safety, comfort and respect for other guests and other village hall hirers , children must not play or gather in the entrance hall, toilets or corridors of the village hall. Parents are responsible for enforcing this. Thank you.
Bring your friends, enjoy a drink!
Have a game of pool or darts.
Everyone welcome 🥃
🎁 Jordans Mill Christmas Craft & Food Fayre 2026
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🗓 2026 DATES
Saturday 14th November: 9:30am - 3:30pm
Sunday 15th November: 9:30am - 3:30pm
🎁 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us this weekend for a fantastic festive weekend packed with unique gifts, delicious food and plenty of Christmas inspiration!
Discover beautiful handmade gifts and crafts. Browse fantastic local businesses and talented artisans. Treat yourself to delicious festive food and goodies. Soak up the festive atmosphere and get ahead with your Christmas shopping!
🎅 FREE GOODY BAGS
The first 25 families, couples or individuals each day will receive a FREE goody bag!
📍 Location: The Ivel and Ouse Room (above the Riverside Café) & outside The Mill.
Sunday 15 November (14)
⚽️ Sundays Football Fun for Little Stars - Bedford
Time: 10:00 - 11:00
🧒 AGES: 4 - 8
At the moment the sessions are just aimed at Reception to year 3 children.
👋 ABOUT KEIRAN
Hi, I am Kieran Taylor, a DBS-Checked and Approved, British Psychological Society-Accredited (AMBPSS) Children's Wellbeing Practitioner.
👍 COST
▪️The first three sessions are FREE.
▪️Sunday Fun for Little Stars is £5 per child for 1 session for ages Reception to Year 3.
✍️ BOOKING FORM
ℹ️ BOOKING /CONTACT DETAILS INFO
☎️ Phone: 07583124342
📧 Email: Tsportsandwellbeing@gmail.com
📘 Facebook: Taylor Sports & Wellbeing
🎁 Elisabeth Curtis Centre Christmas Craft Fayre 2026 - Bromham
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
🎁 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Local handmade gifts and unique crafts
✨️ Christmas goodies, festive treats and stocking fillers
🐴 Meet the ponies!
☕ Tea, coffee and homemade cakes
❤️ Support a wonderful local charity
💷 PLEASE BRING CASH!
Every purchase helps support the Elisabeth Curtis Centre Riding for the Disabled charity.
🪙 ENTRY COST
▪️£1 per adult (includes a free tea or coffee)
▪️Accompanied children under 16 go FREE!
🏛 The Manor Court Lodge (open their doors to the public for the very first time) Ampthill
Time: 13:30 - 16:30
🏛 EVENT DETAILS
For the very first time ever, The Masons are opening their doors to the public at Manor Court Lodge, Ampthill! Come along, say hello, and discover what’s behind the doors for the first time ever!
Join them on Sunday 15th November 2026 from 1.30pm – 4.30pm for a unique glimpse into our history, heritage, and community.
🍷 REFRESHMENTS
Warm up during the Ampthill Christmas lights switch-on celebrations with:
Free Tea, Coffee, and Cake &
complimentary Mulled Wine
🫶 DONATIONS WELCOME
They will be welcoming visitors with donations in aid of Ampthill vs Cancer.
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🛍 Hoddesdon Indoor Table Top Sale 2026
Time: 09:00 - 13:00 Price: £1.00
ℹ️ ABOUT
The car boot season is over, but the bargain hunting isn't! Our indoor Table Top Sale runs every single Sunday right through to April 2027, so come rain, wind, frost or snow, we're open, warm and dry.
Step inside and discover treasures from every corner of the world of fashion, vintage, collectibles and local art. Whether you're after a designer find, a retro gem, something for your collection or a one-off piece from a local artist, this is where you'll find the bargain of a lifetime.
☕️ REFRESHMENTS
Grab a drink and a bite. Luxury coffees, teas and bacon butties are served throughout the morning, so take your time, browse every table and make a morning of it.
🪙 ENTRY COST: £1.00
(Under 16 are free)
Every £1 entrance fee goes to our local charity, Stars for Smiles, supporting local individuals and organisations who need that extra bit of help. Not only are you backing local sellers, you're giving back to the local community too.
🤑 SELLERS – BOOK YOUR SPOT NOW
▪️Tables £10 each | Rails £5 each
▪️Only 24 tables available, strictly first come, first served
▪️Set-up from 7.30am
▪️Book up to four consecutive weeks in advance (maximum four-week reservation)
Tables go fast, so don't miss out!
✅️ HOW TO BOOK A SPACE
Call 01992 899000 to reserve your space.
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🌟 Ampthill Light Switch On 2026
Time: 13:30 - 17:30
🎄WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️Entertainment from 2.30pm
✨️Funfair
✨️Street food
✨️See Santa in his grotto
✨️Funfair
🌟 LIGHT SWITCH ON: 4:45pm
