🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
🎭 Annie Live at Milton Keynes Theatre - July 2026
Time: 19:30 - 22:00
▪️ AGE GUIDANCE: No under 3s.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Tuesday 21st July: 7.30pm
▪️Wednesday 22nd July: 2.30pm & 7.30pm
▪️Thursday 23rd July: 7.30pm
▪️Friday 24th July: 7.30pm
▪️Saturday 25th July: 2.30pm & 7.30pm
▪️Sunday 26th July: 2.00pm
✨ ABOUT
Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan’s orphanage.
Her luck soon changes when she’s chosen to spend a fairytale Christmas with famous billionaire Oliver Warbucks. But spiteful Miss Hannigan has other ideas and hatches a plan to spoil Annie’s search for her true family…
⭐ WHAT TO EXPECT
This new UK and Ireland tour stars Claire Sweeney as the tyrannical Miss Hannigan, bringing fresh energy to one of musical theatre’s most beloved classics. Expect big numbers, unforgettable characters and a story full of hope, humour and heart.
🎟 TICKET COST: From £24.96
▪️Please note: A booking fee of £3.95 is applied to each order.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT & BOOKING
☎️ Phone: 03330 095 399. Please note you will need to register for the Access Membership Scheme to book tickets.
🎡 Willen Lake Fun Fair 2026 - Milton Keynes
Time: 12:00 - 22:00
🗓 OPENING DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July everyday until Sunday 16th August 2026.
🕐 1pm - 9pm: Weekdays
🕛 12pm -10pm: Saturdays and Sundays
💷 FREE ENTRY
Pay as you go. Rides costs between £2.50 - £5.00.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Adult rides - kids rides - stalls with prizes and so much more…..
⛱️ Rushden Lakes Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 19:00
🗓 OPENING TIMES (Weather Permitting)
▪️Monday - Friday: 10am - 7pm
▪️Saturday: 10am - 8pm
▪️Sunday: 10am - 7pm
🧒 RESTRICTIONS
Up to 30 children on each beach at any one time.
🦆GAMES
It's not just the beach you'll find here; we've rolled back the years with a Hook a Duck stall, Alley Can game and Darts. Try your best and win prizes!
🍓 SUMMER TREATS
Summer holidays wouldn't be complete without delicious goodies. Enjoy Chocolate strawberries, Greek wraps, Churros, Slush, Eton Mess and Sweets!
🐶 Dog Information
Dogs are welcome at Rushden Lakes, whilst on a lead, but pets are not permitted within the sand play area.
♿️ Is the beach wheelchair and pushchair accessible?
The surrounding event area is accessible, although movement on sand may be more difficult for some wheelchairs and pushchairs.
🎭 Family Fun Day 2026 - The Stables, Milton Keynes
Time: 11:00 - 16:00 Price: £7.00
▪️AGE: For ages 5+
👨👩👧👦 EVENT DETAILS
A fun-filled day of creativity for children and their grown-ups! Enjoy a performance by the award-winning comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel who'll be dishing up a frying pan full of a great family-friendly comedy show. Enjoy FREE Art, Craft and Music Activities.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
A range of drinks, sweet treats, fresh hot lunches and tasty snacks will be available.
🎟 TICKET COST: £7pp
Olaf Falafel's Stupidest Super Stupid Show So Far
▪️Sunday 26 July: 11:30am
▪️Sunday 26 July: 2:30pm
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES:
☎️ 01908280800
🅿️ BLUE BADGE PARKING
We have eight car-parking spaces for Blue Badge holders close to the main public entrance, all with level access. These are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We regret that these cannot be booked in advance, so advise that you arrive in good time should you wish to use one, but we cannot guarantee availability which will depend on the level of demand at any given time.
⛱️ The Beach 2026 - Frosts, Woburn Sands
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🕤 SUMMER HALF SESSION TIMES
▪️Monday - Saturday:
9:30 - 11:30, 12:00 - 14:00, 14:30 - 16:30
▪️Sunday:
11:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join our resident lifeguards for two hours worth of fun and games on our fully covered beach.
With plenty of seating for the grown-ups to relax, our restaurant team will bring food and drink waitress served to your table so you can relax while the little ones play. This is the perfect summer treat for everyone!
Any children under the age of 12 months who are attending with an older paying sibling may enter the beach area for free.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Child (Includes one adult): £5.99
▪️Extra Adult: £1.00
▪️Under 12 months: Free
(Needs booking in advance - head to the website via the event link)
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Blog here to give you an idea of what to expect.
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⛳️ 🍳 Breakfast and Adventure Golf - Bermuda Falls, Henlow (use discount code WUB10)
Time: 09:00 - 12:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for our fantastic Breakfast & Golf Offer and enjoy the perfect start to your day a fun round of adventure golf followed by a delicious breakfast, all for a reduced price.
🍳 WHAT FOOD IS INCLUDED?
Each ticket includes one breakfast per
person at no extra charge, with a choice of:
▪️Mini Breakfast
▪️Breakfast Wrap
▪️Vegetarian Breakfast Wrap
If those options aren’t quite to your taste, don’t worry we offer a range of alternative breakfasts that you can upgrade to for a small additional (reduced) cost.
💥EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODE: WUB10
Save 10% on your booking with an exclusive code through WhatsUp Bedfordshire when you checkout. WUB10
ℹ️ BOOKING INFORMATION
Please note: This offer is available for online bookings only. Simply book online, arrive ready to play, and we’ll take care of the rest.
🎟 TICKET COST WITHOUT THE DISCOUNT CODE APPLIED:
▪️Adult 16+: £17.84
▪️Child 3-15: £15.04
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: jordan@bermudafallsgolf.co.uk
📍LOCATION
Bermuda Falls is situated within the same grounds as Perfect Aquatics LTD, Hitchin Rd, Henlow SG16 6BB
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook post for photos and a review.
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🎠 Gumbles Childrens Funfair Bedford - Bedford Park
Time: 12:00 - 18:15
🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️Thursday 23rd July
▪️Friday 24th July
▪️Saturday 25th July
▪️Sunday 26th 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.
🍔 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
🐰 Free Pet Pals Workshop - Pets at Home (All Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire locations)
Time: 14:00 - 14:45
🗓 WHEN?
▪️17th July - 28th August 2026
▪️2pm - 2.45pm
🐹 WHAT TO EXPECT
This summer, with the help of our trusted pet care advisors, little pet lovers can set off on an adventure into responsible pet ownership.
Each week brings a new theme, helping children discover everything pets need to feel safe, happy, and healthy. From food and treats to grooming, exercise, and habitats, children will learn fun new facts while building confidence along the way.
Children can enjoy hands-on games and activities, plus the opportunity to meet our furry friends.
📜 What they'll earn
We'll present your pet lover with an official Pet Pals certificate & sticker, along with colouring sheets to keep the fun going at home.
🧒 For pet lovers aged 4-10 years
Our workshops are specifically geared towards younger children, with content and activities that are safe, supervised and most of all fun. To allow enough room for everyone (and avoid spooking our animals), places are limited to one adult per child.
🎟 BOOKING REQUIRED - FREE
There are Pets at Home stores taking part in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire & Hertfordshire locations. Hit the event link button below, enter your postcode to find your nearest store to book. Spaces are limited.
📍BEDFORDSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Bedford
▪️Biggleswade
▪️Dunstable
▪️Leighton Buzzard
▪️Luton
📍BUCKINGHAMSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Aylesbury
▪️Bletchley
▪️Milton Keynes
📍HERTFORDSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Hemel Hempstead
▪️Letchworth
▪️Stevenage
🌞 Sandy Summer Market 2026 - July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for a fantastic day of shopping, delicious food and drink, talented local makers, artisan crafts, unique gifts, and a brilliant community atmosphere.
Whether you're looking to support local businesses, enjoy tasty treats, or spend a relaxing day with family and friends, there's something for everyone!
🧙♂️ Kids Magic Show - Funky Snake, Leighton Buzzard
Time: 11:00 Price: £10.00
🕙 TIMES
▪️Doors Open 10.30am
▪️Show Time 11am
🤩 EVENT DETAILS
Bring them along to our Sunday Morning Magic Show at the Funky Snake Escape Theatre!
🎟 TICKET COST: £10.00pp
🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford (50% Off Link)
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🗓 SUMMER HALF TERM DATES 2026
▪️Open Monday - Sunday
▪️Book between 10am - 2.45pm
▪️Weather permitting
👨👩👧 AGE:
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. Children under 12 years only must wear a life vest, provided. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16.
Riders under the age of 16 must have consent given by a guardian who is with them. Said guardian will need to sign the hire agreement.
▪️HOW MANY PEOPLE PER BOAT?
4 people per boat, this number includes infants & smaller children.
🐶 ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Yes. Please clean up any hair and other dog related 'mess' before you get back to the jetty. Be sure you keep your dog on a lead for the duration of your hire. Wildlife such as swans have priority and should not be distressed by dogs. Life jackets for dogs are not available.
💳 DEPOSIT
A £10 deposit is required in addition on all tariffs. Dont be late back, damage or dirty the boat. Management reserve the right to decline boat hire without reason.
🎟 WALK IN PRICES
▪️30 minute hire: £20
▪️45 minute hire: £25
▪️60 minute hire: £30
🤑 SAVE 50% OFF - LIMITED TIME OFFER
60 Minutes for up to 4 people - £15
offer link.
🎫 PRE-BOOK PRICES - SAVE 25%
For the best rates, book direct and save 25% off walk in rates by booking on the website via the event link.
☕️ CAFÉ ONSITE - Click here for information about the Lakeside Kitchen. Dogs welcome.
🅿️ FIND US
Park for free on The Embankment for up-to 2 hours, The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 3QF. Alternative parking is available at Mill Meadows car park south of us, accessible via Longholme Way / Cardington Road roundabout. Access to the cafe is on foot / bike only. The route is step free and considered accessible by many.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@thelongholme.com
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💦 Graveley Farm Slip & Slide - Hertfordshire
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️20th July - 6th September 2026
▪️Monday - Sunday
🕙 TIMES
▪️10:00 to 18:00 (last session 17:00)
ℹ️ AGE INFORMATION
Riders must be at least 5 years old to ride alone, able to climb over the safety barriers, able to swim and confident in water. Please supervise your children at all times.
🛝 WHAT IS INCLUDED?
Each session gives you unlimited rides for 60 minutes, so you can slide again and again without holding back.
Your session also includes unlimited zorbing, so you can mix things up and keep the fun going throughout your time slot.
👙WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR?
Wear swimwear or soft clothing you don’t mind getting wet. Clothing must not have zips, buttons, rivets or sharp edges, and no footwear is allowed on the slide. Please remove jewellery and secure loose items before taking part.
🌧 WHAT HAPPENS IN BAD WEATHER?
The slide runs in most weather, but sessions may be paused or rescheduled in unsafe conditions such as thunderstorms.
🧋REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE
Refreshments are available on site, so you can grab a drink or a snack while you’re here.
🕐 WHAT TIME SHOULD WE ARRIVE?
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your session to check in and get ready.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your session to check in and get ready.
🎟 TICKET COST:
Sessions are £15 per person (plus booking fee), with optional wetsuit hire available for £5 per hour (plus booking fee). Wetsuits are available in a range of sizes, and you can choose the right fit on the day. A small booking fee applies to each booking.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 07436 605503
📧 Email:
graveleyfruitfarm@hotmail.com
🍻 🚂 Buzzrail Beer Festival 2026! - Leighton Buzzard Railway
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️ Saturday 25th July 2026
▪️ Sunday 26th July 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Set at Page’s Park Station, this popular two-day event transforms the engine shed into a lively festival venue, with plenty happening across three sites along the railway line. It’s a great choice if you fancy a relaxed summer day out with friends, a unique local festival atmosphere and the chance to enjoy heritage trains at the same time.
🚂 TRAIN RIDES
Lots of trains will be running during the festival to keep visitors entertained, giving you the chance to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy a memorable trip on the Leighton Buzzard Railway.
❓️ FAQ'S
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️ Adult: £12.70
▪️ Senior (60+): £11.30
▪️ Child (2-17): £9.00
▪️ Under 2s: FREE!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 373888
🌿 WildFest 2026 - Riverside Park, Huntingdonshire
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Visitors can look forward to a packed programme of attractions and activities, including:
- 🎙 Ouse Valley Radio attendance
🪚 Chainsaw carving demonstrations
🎶 Live performances
🚜 Tractors and rural displays
🍔 Food and drink stalls
🏰 Inflatable obstacle course
🦖 The chance to meet a dinosaur!
🏄♀️ Paddle boarding sessions on the river
ℹ️ Information and activities from local environmental and community organisations.
🌞 Day Pass to Billing Aquadrome, Northamptonshire - Billing Aquadrome
Time: 09:00 - 22:00
ℹ️ PEAK DATES
▪️17th July to 31st August 2026
(Peak dates do not include swimming pool access for day ticket holders)
🌞 WHAT'S INCLUDED?
During your visit you can enjoy the park grounds, lakeside boardwalks, outdoor splash park, playgrounds, and scenic walking areas. Unlimited access to miniature railway and Adventure Island activities such as kids axe throwing, magnet fishing, family games and so much more.
Admission to all Tribe entertainment and events (summer cyclone, silent discos, live music acts and more etc.) Access to park play areas like the pump track and adventure playground.
👀 View what’s going on
🗓 What's on Friday 24th July 2026?
🗓 What's on Saturday 25th July 2026?
🗓 What's on Sunday 26th July 2026?
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is FREE
🎟 TICKET COST: £10pp
Summer 2026 is Peak time costing £10pp. Under 5yrs are free all year round. Access from 9am to 10pm and includes all the Billing Magic, excluding access to the swimming pool.
🎟 Book your day pass via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01604 408181
🪓 Bermuda Blades Axe Throwing - Henlow (💥Use Code WUB15 for 15% off)
Time: 09:00 - 21:15
ℹ️ ABOUT
🤑 EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODE: WUB15
Use WUB15 at checkout to save 15% off your booking. This offer is exclusive to Whatsup Bedfordshire only.
🪓 Axe Throwing Ages 12+
(Best For Groups of 1-3)
▪️For 2 people: £30.00
▪️For 3 people: £42.00
▪️For 4 people: £50.00
🕝 TIME: 2:15PM - 9:15PM
🪓 Axe Throwing Ages 12+
60 Minute Sessions - Private Lane
(Best For Groups of 4-6)
▪️For 2 people: £50.00
▪️For 3 people: £65.00
▪️For 4 people: £78.00
▪️For 5 people: £90.00
▪️For 6 people: £99.00
🕑 TIME: 2:00PM - 9:00PM
⚙️ Junior & Family Friendly Axe Throwing Ages 8+ (Self-Supervised) 30 Minute Sessions - Private Lane - Soft Bristle
▪️ £20.00 per person
🕘 TIME: 9:00AM - 2:00PM
🎟 BOOKING
Book on Bermuda Blades Website via the event link and don't forget to add you discount code WUB15 at checkout!
❓️FAQ'S
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: throw@bermudablades.com
👩👧👦 Lace Hill Family Fun Day 2026 - Lace Hill Sports & Community CentreBuckingham
Time: 13:00 - 16:00
😍 EVENT DETAILS
Join us from 1pm to 4pm for an afternoon packed with family fun, including DJ Dan, crafts, clubs, face painting and plenty of lovely stalls to browse.
You'll also be able to enjoy delicious food from Liberty's Place to Eat and Go Greek, along with refreshments from Well Street Church and of course ice cream.
Bring a blanket and the whole family along for a fantastic afternoon of fun, food and community spirit! 🎉🎈☀️
🍹Rum Fest 2026 - MK11 Live Music Venue & Sports Bar
Time: 16:30
Grab your free tickets via the event link.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 24th July: 4:30pm - 12:00am
▪️Saturday 25th July: Pirate Party event doors open at 20:00pm with last entry at 23:30pm
▪️Sunday 26th July: untill 12 midnight
Set sail for a weekend packed with pirate vibes, rum-fuelled fun and laid-back summer party energy. If you love great drinks, live music and something a little different, this is one to get in the diary.
🍍 WHAT TO EXPECT
🏖️ Outdoor Rum Bar with 50+ Caribbean rums
🍹 Boozy rum slushies & rum punch bombs
🪵 Rum tasting boards
🌶️ Freshly made pizzas all weekend
🎧 Daytime DJs in the Rum Garden
🎶 Live music every evening on the bar stage
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
You can book your free tickets via the event link.
Whether you’re dropping in for a few drinks in the sunshine, heading down for the evening music, or going all in with the fancy dress, expect plenty of atmosphere and a proper party feel all weekend long.
⚓ PIRATE FANCY DRESS
Pirate fancy dress is encouraged all weekend, so feel free to go full captain, crew or castaway and join in the fun.
Leave the land behind – it’s time to party like a pirate! 🍻
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01908 262 924
🌸 Shefford Maze 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER HALF TERM OPENING TIMES
▪️Open every Sunday, Monday, Fridays & Bank Holidays during school holidays 2026.
▪️Open 10am - 4pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🌼 A beautiful unique garden leading onto the maze. You will get lost!
🛝 Play equipment such as toddler cars, toddler slides.
🥪 A picnic area with a couple of benches, as there are were only a few it might be worth taking a blanket to sit on which we did.
🚫 No dogs allowed
♿️ NOT ACCESSIBLE
The maze itself isn't suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs as it can be quite narrow inparts and has uneven ground.
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED
▪️Cash or card
▪️Adults & children aged over 5: £6pp
▪️4 People: £20
▪️Under 5: Free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES CONTACT DAN
☎️ Phone: 07510 935 124
📧 Email: hoohillmaze@hotmail.com
