Sunday 05 July (17)
⛪️ Free Entry - De Grey Mausoleum Opening Day, 2026 - Flitton
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
🅿️ Parking: There is no car park at the church but there is limited on-street parking available on surrounding streets.
🚫 Facilities: There are no facilities at the church but there is a pub in the village and more options in either Flitwick or Ampthill.
🚁 Drone flying: Please see our Drone guidance
ℹ️ WHAT ELSE YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Mausoleum has uneven surfaces this may not be suitable for wheelchairs. No dogs are allowed inside. Free entry, no booking required.
🚶♂️A WALK NEAR BY...
If you would like to extend your day with a walk check out Whatsup Bedfordshire Facebook Post.
🗓 2026 OPENING DAYS
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 3rd May
▪️Sunday 7th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Wednesday 15th July
▪️Sunday 2nd August
▪️Wednesday 19th August
▪️Sunday 6th September
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
At Hammer Hill you will have the option of taking a ride on two more of our railways - The Springfield Line from platform 2 and The Winterfield Line from platform 3 - tickets for both are sold at Hammer Hill.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
⚙️ Stotfold Watermill Opening Day 2026 - Free Entry
Time: 12:30 - 17:00
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 9th-10th May and 10th-11th October 2026.
📖 HISTORY
Nobody is certain of the exact date, but it is likely that a watermill has stood on the site of the current Stotfold Mill beside the River Ivel for over a thousand years and it is certainly one of the oldest recorded buildings in the town. The first written evidence is the mention of four mills in Stotfold in the Domesday book of 1086. One of those four was the currently-named Stotfold Mill.
🕛 TIMES:
▪️Shop and Tea Room: 12:30 - 5:00pm
▪️Last orders for the Tea Room: 4.00pm
▪️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
▪️Car Park: from 10.00am to 7.00pm (or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
🗓 2026 FREE OPENING DAYS:
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 26th April
▪️Sunday 17th May
▪️Sunday 31st May
▪️Sunday 14th June
▪️Sunday 28th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Sunday 26th July
▪️Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd August
▪️Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th September
▪️Sunday 25th October
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
🇬🇷 Greek Live Music - The Anchor, Tilsworth
Time: 14:00 - 18:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Greek Live Music Event to celebrate our 8 years anniversary with Best Live Greek Music… in our beautiful pub garden. All our menu is available.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️£10 admission fee per adult.
▪️Free for kids under 15
ℹ️ BOOKING NEEDED
Book your table by phone or online.
☎️ Phone: 01525 211403
🎶 Bedford Summer Sessions 2026 - Bedford Park
Time: 17:00 - 23:00
• Thursday 2 July – Deacon Blue, with The Lightning Seeds
• Friday 3 July – UB40 featuring Ali Campbell, with Bitty McLean, Reggae Roast feat. Horseman
• Saturday 4 July – Tom Grennan, with Brooke Combe and Fiona-Lee
• Sunday 5 July – Paul Weller, with Miles Kane and Arkayla
ℹ️ FAQ'S
🅿️ PARKING
There is no car parking available on-site.
You can use one of the many council-run car parks nearby. Full details can be found here.
🎟 TICKETS
Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 and over who has their own ticket. Children aged two and under can attend for free and do not need a ticket. All other children must have a full price ticket to enter the event. Click the event link below to book tickets.
🚘 Linslade Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 12:00 - 15:00
🛍 BUYERS - FROM 12PM
▪️Entry: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS - FROM 11AM
(Pay on the day)
▪️Cars: £9.00
▪️Small vans: £12.00
▪️Large vans: £15.00
▪️Trailers: Plus £3.00
🪙 NOTE FOR BUYERS
Please keep notes to a minimum on the buyers gate, too many people use us for change. We struggle to get change just like everyone else.
FOOD & DRINK
✅️ Burgers van x 2
✅️ Doughnut van
✅️ Ice cream van
✅️ Coffee van
✅️ Pasty lady
🚫 No dogs allowed.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
Weather dependent, please keep an eye out for Facebook page updates.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07487 293072
🇺🇲 🇬🇧 306th Bombardment Group Museum - Thurleigh, Bedfordshire
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
ℹ️ ABOUT THE MUSEUM
The Museum is a memorial dedicated to the personnel of the 306th Bomb Group who operated from Thurleigh during WW2, as part of the Eighth Air Force 40th Combat Wing, 1st Air Division.
The Museum is an original building formally used by the 306th BG as a Small Arms Ammunition store.
We use it today to display artefacts to re-create the activities and atmosphere of the airfield and surrounding areas during the war years, as well as honour all those that lost their lives.
🙏DONATIONS ARE GREATFULLY RECEIVED...
To help support the running of the home of the 306th BG, Museum in Thurleigh you are welcome to donate here.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
🐰 Children & Pets Weekend - Herrings Green Activity Farm, Wilstead
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 4th July: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 5th July: 10am - 5pm
What’s on:
🐰 10.30 - Pet-a-Pet Corner – Get up close with adorable rabbits and guinea pigs
🐐 11.00 - Farmyard Meet & Greet – Say hello to friendly farm animals
🦅 11.30 - Flying Display – See many different species of raptors in flight
🚜 12.15 - Tractor Rides *Weather dependent
🦉 12.30 - Have a go at flying an owl
🐢 13.00 - Reptile Encounter – Meet fascinating scaly creatures from around the world & meet our mascot Shelly the tortoise
🦅 14.30 - Flying Display – See many different species of raptors in flight (this display is different to the 11.30 display)
🚜 15.15 – Tractor Rides *Weather dependent
🐁 15.30 – Small Mammal Experience – Discover and interact with tiny furry friends
Whether your little ones love fluffy, feathery, or scaly friends, there’s something for everyone. It’s the perfect weekend to learn, explore, and create lasting memories together. Don’t miss out – make it a family weekend to remember!
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £14.50
▪️Child (2-15 years): £8.95 Children
▪️Under 2 years are free
🎠 Gumbles Childrens Funfair - Bletchley
Time: 12:00 - 18:15
🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️Saturday 4th July
▪️Sunday 5th July
👦 AGE: Ideal for toddlers through to young teens.
🕒 CHOOSE A SESSION TIME:
▪️12.00pm – 3.00pm
▪️3.15pm – 6.15pm
Sessions are time-limited – please arrive promptly!
🎟️ TICKET COST - PAY ON THE GATE:
▪️ Child (unlimited rides per session): £11.00
▪️ Adult (spectator): £1.00
ℹ️ ENTRY INFO
• No pre-booking required – just turn up and pay on the gate.
• All children require a wristband (available on the day).
• Unlimited ride wristbands available with no hidden fees.
• Price Freeze 2026!
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
There will be an onsite food court available.
Picnics must be held outside of the grounds.
🚫 🐶 DOG INFORMATION
No dogs allowed except for guide dogs.
❗️ IMPORTANT INFO FOR PARENTS
Attractions may not be suitable for all children. Some rides have height or weight restrictions for safety. ALL children attending will need to buy a wristband upon entry, no exceptions.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDENT
Event is weather dependent. If inflatables cannot operate due to weather, rides may still be available. Please check our Facebook page for updates before travelling.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07976 813 639
🏊♂️ Eversholt General Outdoor Swimming
Time: 12:30 - 18:15
ℹ️ ABOUT THE POOL
The pool is an open air pool / lido. It is 21.3m by 7.3m with the shallow end 1m deep, gradually deepening to a maximum of 1.7m at the Eastern end. It has a small semi-circular paddling pool with a depth of 0.3m attached to the main pool, separated by bars. The temperature varies but it's usually 27-28℃.
🗓 GENERAL SWIMMING TIMES:
▪️Saturday & Sunday: 12:30pm - 6:15pm
▪️Monday - Friday: 3:30pm - 6:15pm
🏊♂️ TYPES OF SWIM SESSIONS
▪️General Swim
▪️Adult Swim
▪️Retired Folk Swim
▪️Baby Swim
▪️SEND Swim
▪️Lane Swim
✅️ PRIVATE HIRE
Prive hire is available, check out the website via the event link for more information.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children & adults: £6.50
▪️Under 3's: Free
▪️Spectators: Free
🌸Toddington Open Gardens - July 2026
Time: 13:00 - 18:00 Price: £5.00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Sunday 5th July: 1pm to 6pm
🌸 WHAT TO EXPECT
There will be about 14 gardens opening (some for both days but the programme will show if there are any only open on one of the days). Tickets can be used on both days if visitors want to take the tour more slowly.
☕️ PLANT STALL & REFRESHMENTS
There will be a plant stall in the churchyard and refreshments and other things in the Wilkinson Church Hall.
🎟 TICKET COST:
£5 per adult – accompanied children are free.
🎫 WHERE TO GET YOUR TICKETS
Tickets can be bought at the Wilkinson Church Hall (next to the church in the centre of the village) or at any of the participating gardens which will be sign-posted.
