Sunday 11 January (14)
✨️ The Land of Lights 2025 - Gulliver's Dinosaur and Farm Park, Milton Keynes
✨️ Land of Lights will be lighting up the skies at Gulliver’s Milton Keynes throughout winter 2025 with NEW lantern displays and glowing scenes.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️7 - 9 November
▪️14 - 16 November
▪️21 - 23 November
▪️28 - 30 November
▪️4 - 7 December
▪️10 - 24 December
▪️28 - 31 December
▪️1 - 4 January 2026
▪️From 10th January, Saturday & Sunday's only for the rest of January 2026
▪️February 2026: Saturday's only
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Step into the original Land of Lights experience at Gulliver’s Resort, Milton Keynes, the festival that lit the way. Now expanded to two more UK locations due to overwhelming popularity, Milton Keynes remains the heart of the glow. Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year after year.
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
You and your furry friends can explore the magic of Land of Lights together at all three locations! Bring your pup on a short lead and enjoy an unforgettable night as you explore the magnificent lanterns.
*All Wednesdays and Sundays (wherever operational) are dog-friendly.
❓️ACCESSIBILITY & FREQUENT QUESTIONS
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST
Ticket costs may vary on different days & times chosen. Click the event link.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️7 - 9 November
▪️14 - 16 November
▪️21 - 23 November
▪️28 - 30 November
▪️4 - 7 December
▪️10 - 24 December
▪️28 - 31 December
▪️1 - 4 January 2026
▪️From 10th January, Saturday & Sunday's only for the rest of January 2026
▪️February 2026: Saturday's only
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Step into the original Land of Lights experience at Gulliver’s Resort, Milton Keynes, the festival that lit the way. Now expanded to two more UK locations due to overwhelming popularity, Milton Keynes remains the heart of the glow. Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year after year.
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
You and your furry friends can explore the magic of Land of Lights together at all three locations! Bring your pup on a short lead and enjoy an unforgettable night as you explore the magnificent lanterns.
*All Wednesdays and Sundays (wherever operational) are dog-friendly.
❓️ACCESSIBILITY & FREQUENT QUESTIONS
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST
Ticket costs may vary on different days & times chosen. Click the event link.
💥 4 PIECE DEAL FOR ONLY £10.99 - Rumbles, Wootton
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 11:30 - 22:00 Price: £10.99
🚨 4 piece deal at Rumbles in Wootton for only £10.99 in untill 31st January 2026.
💥 THE DEAL FOR £10.99...
1️⃣ Enjoy 4 sausages any type & large chips
OR
2️⃣ 4 fishcakes & large chips
Plus mushy peas or curry sauce!
ℹ️ ABOUT THIS DEAL
This offer is valid until 31st January 2026 and excludes Fridays! The deal includes these items only and can’t be swapped.. Collection only!
🕚 OPENING HOURS
▪️Mon-Fri: 11am-10pm
▪️Sat-Sun: 11:30am-10pm
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 385822
💥 THE DEAL FOR £10.99...
1️⃣ Enjoy 4 sausages any type & large chips
OR
2️⃣ 4 fishcakes & large chips
Plus mushy peas or curry sauce!
ℹ️ ABOUT THIS DEAL
This offer is valid until 31st January 2026 and excludes Fridays! The deal includes these items only and can’t be swapped.. Collection only!
🕚 OPENING HOURS
▪️Mon-Fri: 11am-10pm
▪️Sat-Sun: 11:30am-10pm
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 385822
Discover Local Venues
🚘 Dunstable Cricket Club Indoor Car Boot Sale 2026
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 09:00 - 11:30
🚘 Dunstable Cricket Club indoor car boot sale.
🗓 2025/2026 SUNDAY DATES
▪️19th October 2025
▪️9th November 2025
▪️14th December 2026
▪️11th January 2026
▪️8th February 2026
▪️8th March 2026
▪️12th April 2026
BUYERS
🔸️Adults entry: £1
🔸️Children entry: Free
🥓 FOOD & DRINK
Hot & cold refreshments available such as bacon/sausage rolls.
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Call Sara for information on pricing and to reserve a pitch on:
☎️ 07957 125045
🗓 2025/2026 SUNDAY DATES
▪️19th October 2025
▪️9th November 2025
▪️14th December 2026
▪️11th January 2026
▪️8th February 2026
▪️8th March 2026
▪️12th April 2026
BUYERS
🔸️Adults entry: £1
🔸️Children entry: Free
🥓 FOOD & DRINK
Hot & cold refreshments available such as bacon/sausage rolls.
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Call Sara for information on pricing and to reserve a pitch on:
☎️ 07957 125045
🔥 The Hellfire Caves - West Wycombe
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🔥The Hellfire Caves are totally unique and spectacular! Built in the 18th century, journey deep underground into the heart of the Chiltern Hills.
🗓 OPENING DATES FOR 2025/2026
General Admission:
▪️ Open 27–28 December 2025
(Christmas-decorated caves)
▪️Closed 29–30 December 2025,
▪️Open 31 December – 4 January 2026 and then weekends only from January 2026 until Easter, 10am-4pm.
♿️ WHEELCHAIR & PUSHCAHIRS
Please note due to the nature of the caves and the width of the tunnels, the Hellfire Caves are unsuitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs We do however provide pushchair parking and baby slings for your convenience.
🅿️ PARKING
There is very limited parking at the caves but we have a 200 space car park located a short 5 minute walk away at:
📍Chorley Road, West Wycombe, HP14 3AP
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £9.50
▪️Child under 16: £8.00
▪️Child under 2: Free
▪️3 Person family: £21.00
▪️4 Person family: £30.00
▪️OAP: £8.00
▪️National Trust Member: £8.00
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01494 533739
📧 Email: caves@westwycombeestate.co.uk
🗓 OPENING DATES FOR 2025/2026
General Admission:
▪️ Open 27–28 December 2025
(Christmas-decorated caves)
▪️Closed 29–30 December 2025,
▪️Open 31 December – 4 January 2026 and then weekends only from January 2026 until Easter, 10am-4pm.
♿️ WHEELCHAIR & PUSHCAHIRS
Please note due to the nature of the caves and the width of the tunnels, the Hellfire Caves are unsuitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs We do however provide pushchair parking and baby slings for your convenience.
🅿️ PARKING
There is very limited parking at the caves but we have a 200 space car park located a short 5 minute walk away at:
📍Chorley Road, West Wycombe, HP14 3AP
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £9.50
▪️Child under 16: £8.00
▪️Child under 2: Free
▪️3 Person family: £21.00
▪️4 Person family: £30.00
▪️OAP: £8.00
▪️National Trust Member: £8.00
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01494 533739
📧 Email: caves@westwycombeestate.co.uk
💥 Kids go for £1 at Mead Open Farm 2025
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
💥 Kids for a Quid kicks at Mead Open Farm.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
Sunday 28th December 2025 until the 31st January 2026 kids go for just a quid with every paying adult or senior at Mead Open Farm!
Closing early New Years Eve with last entry at 3pm, closing at 4pm. Closed New Years Day (1st Jan 2026)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Meet animals including our newborn goat kids, take part in animal activities, run wild in our huge indoor play area and explore acres of outdoor play!
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
One free child ticket with per paying adult or senior. Must pre-book online to redeem offer. Not applicable on the door. Not applicable for memberships Book Tickets. Find out more and book your tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 852 954
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
Sunday 28th December 2025 until the 31st January 2026 kids go for just a quid with every paying adult or senior at Mead Open Farm!
Closing early New Years Eve with last entry at 3pm, closing at 4pm. Closed New Years Day (1st Jan 2026)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Meet animals including our newborn goat kids, take part in animal activities, run wild in our huge indoor play area and explore acres of outdoor play!
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
One free child ticket with per paying adult or senior. Must pre-book online to redeem offer. Not applicable on the door. Not applicable for memberships Book Tickets. Find out more and book your tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 852 954
🦁 Universal Credit Low Cost Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2026!
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🐵 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+) - £9.35/ £8.50
▪️CHILD (3-15 YEARS) - £4.95 / £4.50
▪️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/
💡 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/
👩 Women's Wellness Walk and Talk January 2026 - Tiddenfoot Waterside Park
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 09:30
🌳 Our first walk of 2026 at Tiddenfoot Waterside Park on Sunday 11th January 2026. FREE!
👩 January walk details below:
All local ladies over the age of 18 welcome, please don't be worried about coming along if you've not been before, its a friendly, relaxed walk with the chance to chat if you want to, or just walk alongside others. No pressure at all.
This walk is just over 3 miles circular route, mixed terrain, paths, gravel and grass.
📍MEETING POINT DETAILS
▪️Sunday 11th January, 9.30am.
▪️Meet at Tiddenfoot Waterside Park car park, LU7 2AE
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Please share with any ladies that maybe interested.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email:
womenswellnesswalktalkgroup@gmail.com
👩 January walk details below:
All local ladies over the age of 18 welcome, please don't be worried about coming along if you've not been before, its a friendly, relaxed walk with the chance to chat if you want to, or just walk alongside others. No pressure at all.
This walk is just over 3 miles circular route, mixed terrain, paths, gravel and grass.
📍MEETING POINT DETAILS
▪️Sunday 11th January, 9.30am.
▪️Meet at Tiddenfoot Waterside Park car park, LU7 2AE
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Please share with any ladies that maybe interested.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email:
womenswellnesswalktalkgroup@gmail.com
💿 Record Fair, Rock Metal Ska Pop Reggae Psych Indie Mod Punk New Wave Soul - The Craufurd Arms, Wolverton
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
💿 MILTON KEYNES RECORD FAIR at The Craufurd Arms on Sunday 11th January 2026. Top dealers, fully booked. Free admission.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Vinyl is back, and here you will find some of the finest selection of UK dealers, with a wide range of quality vinyl & CD - something to suit everyone. From bargains to top collectables.
Tens of thousands of records for sale. LP's, 45's CD's, Punk, Mod, Ska, 2 Tone, 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Pop, Indie, Alternate, Grunge, Rock, Heavy Metal, Prog, Reggae, Rap, Hip Hop, Soul, Disco, Boogie, Funk, Rock 'n' Roll, Big Band, Bubblegum, Cool Jazz, Easy Listening, Twist, Surf, Skiffle, Southern Rock, Latin, Pop, Crooners, Rockabilly, Psychobilly, Country, Doo Wop, Post Punk, Psych, Synth, R 'n' B, Blues, Northern Soul, Techno, Trance, ...you name it, we have it!
Records wanted. Selling a collection? Get in touch.
☎️ PUB CONTACT DETAILS: 01908 313864
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Vinyl is back, and here you will find some of the finest selection of UK dealers, with a wide range of quality vinyl & CD - something to suit everyone. From bargains to top collectables.
Tens of thousands of records for sale. LP's, 45's CD's, Punk, Mod, Ska, 2 Tone, 50's, 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, Pop, Indie, Alternate, Grunge, Rock, Heavy Metal, Prog, Reggae, Rap, Hip Hop, Soul, Disco, Boogie, Funk, Rock 'n' Roll, Big Band, Bubblegum, Cool Jazz, Easy Listening, Twist, Surf, Skiffle, Southern Rock, Latin, Pop, Crooners, Rockabilly, Psychobilly, Country, Doo Wop, Post Punk, Psych, Synth, R 'n' B, Blues, Northern Soul, Techno, Trance, ...you name it, we have it!
Records wanted. Selling a collection? Get in touch.
☎️ PUB CONTACT DETAILS: 01908 313864
🎉 Traditional Wassailing Celebration 2026 - Astral Park Community Orchard, Leighton Buzzard
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
🎉 Wassailing is on Sunday 11th January 2026, 2-4pm at Astral Park Community Orchard in Billington Park at the end of Middleton Way across the Playing Fields from Astral Park.
🎶 WHAT IS THE WASSAILING CELEBRATION?
Wassailing is a mid-winter celebration with music, singing, food, mulled cider and a traditional Wassailing Ceremony.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Live music from the "Ouzel Valley Ranters" and refreshments at Community and Sports Centre. All welcome. Come in colourful clothes, banish the winter blues and look forward to Spring.
🅿️ NEAREST BUS STOP & PARKING
Nearest bus stop is Roundel Drive which serves the Arriva X2/X3 and parking is at the Astral Park Community and Sports Centre.
ℹ️ ABOUT THE AREA
South Bedfordshire Friends of the Earth first planted native Bedfordshire apple and pear trees in 2011 with the support of Leighton Linslade Town Council and the Greensand Trust. The area is managed as part of the county wildlife with Stanbridge Meadows so there is long grass and wildflowers for butterflies and hawthorn, blackthorn and bramble bushes amongst the apple trees for birds.
🎶 WHAT IS THE WASSAILING CELEBRATION?
Wassailing is a mid-winter celebration with music, singing, food, mulled cider and a traditional Wassailing Ceremony.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Live music from the "Ouzel Valley Ranters" and refreshments at Community and Sports Centre. All welcome. Come in colourful clothes, banish the winter blues and look forward to Spring.
🅿️ NEAREST BUS STOP & PARKING
Nearest bus stop is Roundel Drive which serves the Arriva X2/X3 and parking is at the Astral Park Community and Sports Centre.
ℹ️ ABOUT THE AREA
South Bedfordshire Friends of the Earth first planted native Bedfordshire apple and pear trees in 2011 with the support of Leighton Linslade Town Council and the Greensand Trust. The area is managed as part of the county wildlife with Stanbridge Meadows so there is long grass and wildflowers for butterflies and hawthorn, blackthorn and bramble bushes amongst the apple trees for birds.
🚘 FREE Seasons Breakfast Car Meet 2026 - Seasons Garden Centre
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 10:30 - 13:30
🚘 Yes it's happening again at Seasons Garden Centre in Wixams on Sunday 11th January 2026.
WHAT TO EXPECT
😉 10.30 am Kick Start
😎 To support our local businesses
🙏 A great informal get together to socialise with old friends & make new ones.
❓️WHAT TO KNOW
▪️TOTALLY STATIC FAMILY FRIENDLY
▪️ALL VEHICLES ARE WELCOME REGARDLESS OF WEATHER... MEET WILL TAKE PLACE ..
▪️BRING YOUR DAILYS IF YOU WANT AS THE WHOLE POINT IS TO SOCIALISE & SUPPORT SEASONS ..
WHAT TO EXPECT
😉 10.30 am Kick Start
😎 To support our local businesses
🙏 A great informal get together to socialise with old friends & make new ones.
❓️WHAT TO KNOW
▪️TOTALLY STATIC FAMILY FRIENDLY
▪️ALL VEHICLES ARE WELCOME REGARDLESS OF WEATHER... MEET WILL TAKE PLACE ..
▪️BRING YOUR DAILYS IF YOU WANT AS THE WHOLE POINT IS TO SOCIALISE & SUPPORT SEASONS ..
📽 National Film & Sci-fi Museum - Milton Keynes
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:30
📽 What is the National Film & Sci-Fi Museum?
The National Film & Sci-Fi Museum is dedicated to the preservation, restoration and exhibition of the art, skills and dedication that goes into delivering some of the world’s most successful films and tv shows. It has a series of dedicated displays of genuine and replica props and memorabilia from across all genres of Film & Sci-Fi.
🗓 When is the museum open?
▪️Term Time:
▪️Friday: 10.30am - 6pm
▪️Saturday: 10.30am – 6pm
▪️Sunday: 10.30am – 4.30pm
▪️School Holidays & Bank Holidays:
▪️Monday to Thursday – 11am to 5pm
▪️Friday: 10.30am - 6.00pm
▪️Saturday: 10.30am – 6pm
▪️Sunday: 10.30am – 4.30pm
The National Film & Sci-Fi Museum is dedicated to the preservation, restoration and exhibition of the art, skills and dedication that goes into delivering some of the world’s most successful films and tv shows. It has a series of dedicated displays of genuine and replica props and memorabilia from across all genres of Film & Sci-Fi.
🗓 When is the museum open?
▪️Term Time:
▪️Friday: 10.30am - 6pm
▪️Saturday: 10.30am – 6pm
▪️Sunday: 10.30am – 4.30pm
▪️School Holidays & Bank Holidays:
▪️Monday to Thursday – 11am to 5pm
▪️Friday: 10.30am - 6.00pm
▪️Saturday: 10.30am – 6pm
▪️Sunday: 10.30am – 4.30pm
ℹ️ Who runs the National Film & Sci-Fi Museum?
The National Film & Sci-Fi Museum was set up by a trust to become the place to share the knowledge and passion for film and science fiction and preserve the history of some of the nations best loved set pieces. The people who make up the trust have years of experience as collectors, convention organisers and professionals within the film & TV industry.
Chaired by Jason Joiner, the museum is a legacy project that has enabled him to put his lifelong hobby into a public space to share with you all.
How big is the museum?
The museum floor is set in 25,000ft2 which are split into amazing themed areas for the public to enjoy.
The museum floor is set in 25,000ft2 which are split into amazing themed areas for the public to enjoy.
How long should I plan for my visit?
You can take as long as you would like looking at the displays but we recommend at least 2 hours to make the most of your visit.
You can take as long as you would like looking at the displays but we recommend at least 2 hours to make the most of your visit.
📍Where is the museum?
Find us at National Film & Sci-Fi Museum, 34 Secklow Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 3AT
Find us at National Film & Sci-Fi Museum, 34 Secklow Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 3AT
Are there security checks?
For some special events you may be asked to go through a bag check upon entry. Please take heed of all the instructions issued to you from our staff or security teams.
For some special events you may be asked to go through a bag check upon entry. Please take heed of all the instructions issued to you from our staff or security teams.
Is there a shop?
Yes, like all good attractions we have a gift shop. We have a range of collectable items, genuinely signed goods and toys.
Yes, like all good attractions we have a gift shop. We have a range of collectable items, genuinely signed goods and toys.
Is there Wi-Fi?
There is no public wi-fi attached to the museum but it has a good network provider signal. Please ensure that any tickets required for entry are downloaded in advance if you do not have a data package.
There is no public wi-fi attached to the museum but it has a good network provider signal. Please ensure that any tickets required for entry are downloaded in advance if you do not have a data package.
🅿️ What are the parking facilities at the venue?
The area has a range of parking options available immediately outside the venue, various fees apply check signage when you arrive for details.
The area has a range of parking options available immediately outside the venue, various fees apply check signage when you arrive for details.
What refreshments are available?
We have a small range of drinks and confectionery available for sale in the shop.
We have a small range of drinks and confectionery available for sale in the shop.
Can I leave the building once I have entered?
Your ticket is valid for the full day, so you are welcome to leave and return.
How can I pay for stuff?
The tickets can be paid for in advance through our online shop or on the day using cash or all major payment cards.
Can my child come?
Children under 5 years of age have free entry to the museum and can take part in activities with their parents as long as they have a fully valid ticket. They will still require a ticket to register their attendance.
🚼 Are there baby changing facilities?
Yes. We have a changing station available on the ground floor.
🚻 Are there public toilets?
Yes. We have two toilets, one of which is an accessible toilet.
🦹♀️ Can I cosplay?
Yes! We encourage people to visit us in costume.
📸 Can I take photos or video?
To ensure that the props on display stay protected and the exhibits remain special for as many people as possible, we ask for no photography or filming throughout the museum, except at dedicated photo areas.
🤔 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
🎮 If you like playing retro arcade games, then this is the area to go to. The Pixel Bunker is a Retro Arcade located on the site of the National Film & Sci-Fi Museum. Please note that there is a separate charge for this facility. Visit The Pixel Bunker website for more information
🧱 If you love LEGO®, Brickz is the perfect stop for you! Brickz Museum is dedicated to all things LEGO® and located on the site of the National Film & Sci-Fi Museum. Please note that there is a separate charge for this facility. Visit Brickz website for more information
🎟 Do you offer a combination ticket for the 3 attractions?
Yes! We’re pleased to confirm we offer a combination ticket to give you access to The National Film & Sci-Fi Museum, Brickz Museum and The Pixel Bunker for the price of 2!
▪️Adult – £31*
▪️Child – £22*
▪️Family – £94*
🎫 TICKET COST FOR JUST THE MUSEUM
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Adult (16+): £16.87
▪️Children (5 - 15): £11.60
▪️Concessions: £14.76
▪️Carers: Free
▪️Family - Two adults and 2 children (ages 5-15 years)/ One adult and 3 children (ages 5-15 years): £50.07
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
https://nationalfilmandscifimuseum.com/contact-us/
Your ticket is valid for the full day, so you are welcome to leave and return.
How can I pay for stuff?
The tickets can be paid for in advance through our online shop or on the day using cash or all major payment cards.
Can my child come?
Children under 5 years of age have free entry to the museum and can take part in activities with their parents as long as they have a fully valid ticket. They will still require a ticket to register their attendance.
🚼 Are there baby changing facilities?
Yes. We have a changing station available on the ground floor.
🚻 Are there public toilets?
Yes. We have two toilets, one of which is an accessible toilet.
🦹♀️ Can I cosplay?
Yes! We encourage people to visit us in costume.
📸 Can I take photos or video?
To ensure that the props on display stay protected and the exhibits remain special for as many people as possible, we ask for no photography or filming throughout the museum, except at dedicated photo areas.
🤔 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
🎮 If you like playing retro arcade games, then this is the area to go to. The Pixel Bunker is a Retro Arcade located on the site of the National Film & Sci-Fi Museum. Please note that there is a separate charge for this facility. Visit The Pixel Bunker website for more information
🧱 If you love LEGO®, Brickz is the perfect stop for you! Brickz Museum is dedicated to all things LEGO® and located on the site of the National Film & Sci-Fi Museum. Please note that there is a separate charge for this facility. Visit Brickz website for more information
🎟 Do you offer a combination ticket for the 3 attractions?
Yes! We’re pleased to confirm we offer a combination ticket to give you access to The National Film & Sci-Fi Museum, Brickz Museum and The Pixel Bunker for the price of 2!
▪️Adult – £31*
▪️Child – £22*
▪️Family – £94*
🎫 TICKET COST FOR JUST THE MUSEUM
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Adult (16+): £16.87
▪️Children (5 - 15): £11.60
▪️Concessions: £14.76
▪️Carers: Free
▪️Family - Two adults and 2 children (ages 5-15 years)/ One adult and 3 children (ages 5-15 years): £50.07
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
https://nationalfilmandscifimuseum.com/contact-us/
📖 Ashwell Village Museum - Hertfordshire
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 14:30 - 17:00
📖 Come in person to our iconic timber framed building filled with a wealth of objects tracing the history of Ashwell in Hertfordshire from the Stone Age to the Present Day.
🗓 OPENING TIMES
We are open from 2.30pm to 5.00pm on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays and at other times by appointment.
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
At present entrance is free but we rely upon donations from visitors to keep the museum open and suggest at least £2.50 per adult.
🗓 OPENING TIMES
We are open from 2.30pm to 5.00pm on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays and at other times by appointment.
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
At present entrance is free but we rely upon donations from visitors to keep the museum open and suggest at least £2.50 per adult.
👨👩👧👦 GROUP VISITS
Parties and special visits can be arranged at any mutually convenient time. Groups of any size or age can be accommodated at a time to suit you by prior arrangement. Group visits can include a guided walk around the village. The cost for a combined walk and museum visit is £6.00 per person.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
For further information ring 01462 742 956.
e-mail : enquiries@ashwellmuseum.org.uk
🎮 The Pixel Bunker, Milton Keynes
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🎮 Attention Gamers! Find your favourite classic childhood games and compete with friends & family at The Pixel Bunker, in Milton Keynes.
We’re packed full of classic arcade machines such as Pac-man, Galaga, Donkey Kong, Space Invaders, OutRun, Street Fighter 2 and many more. We have recently added Pinball Machines to our line up too!
🙋♀️ FREE PLAY...
With every machine set to free play, the only cost to play is the admission fee. With a maximum play of 3 hours.
🗓 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
Open Friday to Sunday plus bank holidays and school holidays, bookings in advance are highly recommended.
▪️Friday and Saturday: 10:00, 13:30 & 17:00 ▪️Sunday: 10:00 & 13:30
(During bank holidays and school holidays we will have sessions at 11:00 and 14:15.)
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults: £16.50
▪️Children (5 - 15) : £12.50
▪️Family tickets: £50.00
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Carers: Free
*Booking fees also apply for tickets bought online.
❓️FAQ'S
https://www.thepixelbunker.com/#faqs
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
https://www.thepixelbunker.com/contact-us/
We’re packed full of classic arcade machines such as Pac-man, Galaga, Donkey Kong, Space Invaders, OutRun, Street Fighter 2 and many more. We have recently added Pinball Machines to our line up too!
🙋♀️ FREE PLAY...
With every machine set to free play, the only cost to play is the admission fee. With a maximum play of 3 hours.
🗓 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
Open Friday to Sunday plus bank holidays and school holidays, bookings in advance are highly recommended.
▪️Friday and Saturday: 10:00, 13:30 & 17:00 ▪️Sunday: 10:00 & 13:30
(During bank holidays and school holidays we will have sessions at 11:00 and 14:15.)
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults: £16.50
▪️Children (5 - 15) : £12.50
▪️Family tickets: £50.00
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Carers: Free
*Booking fees also apply for tickets bought online.
❓️FAQ'S
https://www.thepixelbunker.com/#faqs
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
https://www.thepixelbunker.com/contact-us/
😎 I Grew Up 80's Exhibition - North Hertfordshire Museum, Hitchin
Sunday 11 January 2026
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
😎 Since opening, we've already had thousands of visitors come to see our nostalgic exhibition 'I Grew Up 80s' and they have left us some wonderful comments about their visit. FREE ADMISSION.
🗓 2026 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
▪️Mondays and Bank Holidays: closed
▪️Tuesdays – Saturdays: 10.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
▪️Sundays: 11.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
🎮 ABOUT
Pop in and judge for yourself. From toys and film posters to beta max and game consoles, there’s something in here for everyone of a certain age (or even those that were a twinkle in their mother’s eye but still think it’s cool stuff).
We even have an actual arcade machine which you can try out. Yes, you heard us right, bring your 50 pences and play a 1980s game with a joystick. No touchscreens here.
So come down to the museum and be transported back to the 1980s, it’s free!
The exhibition runs until 15 March 2026.
🐶 DOGS
We are dog-friendly! You are welcome to bring your dogs provided they are well behaved and on a lead.
☕️ THE CAFE
If you need refreshment, our café serves a variety of drinks, savoury and sweet snacks, and light meals.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://northhertsmuseum.org/accessibility/
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01462 474554
🗓 2026 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
▪️Mondays and Bank Holidays: closed
▪️Tuesdays – Saturdays: 10.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
▪️Sundays: 11.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
🎮 ABOUT
Pop in and judge for yourself. From toys and film posters to beta max and game consoles, there’s something in here for everyone of a certain age (or even those that were a twinkle in their mother’s eye but still think it’s cool stuff).
We even have an actual arcade machine which you can try out. Yes, you heard us right, bring your 50 pences and play a 1980s game with a joystick. No touchscreens here.
So come down to the museum and be transported back to the 1980s, it’s free!
The exhibition runs until 15 March 2026.
🐶 DOGS
We are dog-friendly! You are welcome to bring your dogs provided they are well behaved and on a lead.
☕️ THE CAFE
If you need refreshment, our café serves a variety of drinks, savoury and sweet snacks, and light meals.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://northhertsmuseum.org/accessibility/
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01462 474554
