🌳 Forest School Family Fun 2026 - Ampthill Park
Wednesday 05 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 14:30 Price: £8.00
🌳 Family Forest School is especially for families with children up to approximately 12 years old. At least 1 adult per group of children.
🕙 SESSION TIMES:
▪️10am - 11.30am
▪️1pm - 2.30pm
🗓 2026 DATES - AMPTHILL PARK
▪️Wednesday 5th August
▪️Wednesday 12th August
▪️Wednesday 19th August
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come and spend some time in the woods with Ruth and Flo doing woodland crafts, a scavenger hunt, den building, sawing, exploring and more.
🕙 SESSION TIMES:
▪️10am - 11.30am
▪️1pm - 2.30pm
🗓 2026 DATES - AMPTHILL PARK
▪️Wednesday 5th August
▪️Wednesday 12th August
▪️Wednesday 19th August
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come and spend some time in the woods with Ruth and Flo doing woodland crafts, a scavenger hunt, den building, sawing, exploring and more.
Toilets and Refreshments will be available at The Hub near the play area.
ℹ️ Instructions
As everyone arrives at the park at different times it is difficult to meet at the centre. Please make your way to the wood for the start of your session.
🗺 How To Find Us - we will be in Russett's Plantation between the play area and Woburn Road.
You can access the woodland via a gate on the right hand side of the play area as you stand with your back to the carpark
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from the green hut at the edge of the car park, follow the path through the woods (keeping Woburn Road on your right) and turn left at the bench. Ruth will be up the hill on the right.
🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Wednesday 05 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🚣♂️ Row a dragon boating at Longholme Lake in Bedford this Summer half term 2026.
🗓 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.
🗓 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
🎫 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
Wednesday 05 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
💦 Get ready for a full hour of fast, splash-filled fun on our Giant Slip & Slide at Graveley Fruit Farm. Hertfordshire - NEW for 2026!
🗓 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
🗓 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
🐲 Dungeons & Dragons for beginners (ages 11 - 17) - Stotfold Library
Wednesday 05 August 2026
Time: 14:30 - 16:30
🐲 Book your free place to come and try Dungeons & Dragons at Stotfold Library.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️Wednesday 22 July
▪️Wednesday 5 August
▪️2.30pm to 4.30pm
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️Wednesday 22 July
▪️Wednesday 5 August
▪️2.30pm to 4.30pm
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
Ideal for beginners these sessions are suitable for ages 11 - 17. Book your free place at the library helpdesk or call 0300 300 8068 during staffed hours.
🌳 A Walk in the Park - Galley and Warden Hills Nature Reserve
Wednesday 05 August 2026
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
🌳 Join us to find out more about Luton's hidden green spaces, help to boost your sense of wellbeing and meet new people.
▪️AGE: All ages welcome!
▪️AGE: All ages welcome!
🚶♂️EVENT DETAILS
A Walk in the Park is a programme of easily accessible walks for all ages running monthly in Luton (every first Wednesday of the month).
A Walk in the Park provides an opportunity to:
- ✨️ Boost your health and well-being whilst taking a short walk around a natural space and practice some mindfulness in nature.
- ✨️ Explore green spaces in Luton.
- Meet like-minded people and make new friends.
- ✨️ Learn about the natural world and opportunity to share your own knowledge or experiences.
The aim of the programme is to encourage exploration of scenic parks and green spaces right on your doorstep, at the heart of Luton.
The walks will be led by staff of Wildlife Trust Bedfordshire and volunteers.
Please dress for the outdoors, including suitable footwear for soft paths.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
The accessibility on Galley & Warden Hill can be limited for some due to the terrain and steep slopes.
Please get in touch if you have any mobility concerns or questions about the walk.
📍MEETING POINT
For this walk we will meet at Galley and Warden Hills Nature Reserve and explore this Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).
We will meet at the car park at the top of Warden Hill Road and Links Ways for 2pm and return back to the car park for 3.30pm.
If using What Three Words website or App then please use the following location ///grew.sides.tricks
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
Book your free tickets via the event event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
For enquiries please contact Ieva on:
☎️ Phone: 07871 987381
📧 Email: ieva.piraga@wildlifebcn.org
For enquiries please contact Ieva on:
☎️ Phone: 07871 987381
📧 Email: ieva.piraga@wildlifebcn.org
🦙 Summer on the Farm with a Foam Party - Herrings Green Activity Farm, Wilstead
Wednesday 05 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
☀️A Summer of Family Fun at Herrings Green Activity Farm, Wilstead.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️July 18th – September 1st
😀 WHAT TO EXPECT
Looking for a great-value family day out this summer? Visit Herrings Green Activity Farm, a family-run destination that’s home to over 200 majestic birds of prey and a delightful array of friendly farm animals. Nestled in the heart of Wilstead, Bedfordshire, where unforgettable experiences come as standard.
From daily flying displays that showcase the power and grace of eagles, hawks, falcons, kites and owls, to hands-on animal encounters, there’s always something exciting to see and do. Kids (and grown-ups!) can meet and hold an owl, pat a pet, hop on a tractor ride, explore the farm and visit the birds.
🫧 FOAM PARTY - 3.30PM
▪️Monday, Wednesday & Friday
NEW for Summer 2026 – Foam Parties!
Get ready for some foam-tastic fun with our brand-new Foam Parties, taking place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 3.30pm throughout the summer holidays.
Dance, play and splash your way through mountains of foam – the perfect way for children to cool off and burn off some energy before heading home.
Best of all, Foam Parties are INCLUDED in your admission ticket!
All Activities Included in Your Admission:
🦉 10:30am – Meet & Handle an Owl
🐰 11:00am – Pat-a-Pet with Rabbits & Guinea Pigs
🦅 11:30am – Spectacular Birds of Prey Flying Display
🚜 12:15pm – Tractor Rides
🦉 12:30pm – Have a Go at Flying an Owl
🐍 1:30pm – Animal & Critter Encounter
🦅 2:30pm – Spectacular Birds of Prey Flying Display
🚜 3:15pm – Tractor Rides
🐏 3:30pm – Farm Animal Meet & Greet
🐰 4:00pm – Pat-a-Pet with Rabbits & Guinea Pigs
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
Our Tea Room is open daily from 10:00am – 4:00pm, serving sandwiches, cakes, snacks and hot drinks. Prefer to bring your own food? You’re welcome to enjoy a picnic in our grounds.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult £14.50
▪️Child (2-15 years) £8.95
▪️Children under 2 years are free
✅️ BOOK ONLINE OR JUST TURN UP
You can either book your tickets online or pay on arrival, we are open daily 10.00-5.00, we look forward to seeing you!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️July 18th – September 1st
😀 WHAT TO EXPECT
Looking for a great-value family day out this summer? Visit Herrings Green Activity Farm, a family-run destination that’s home to over 200 majestic birds of prey and a delightful array of friendly farm animals. Nestled in the heart of Wilstead, Bedfordshire, where unforgettable experiences come as standard.
From daily flying displays that showcase the power and grace of eagles, hawks, falcons, kites and owls, to hands-on animal encounters, there’s always something exciting to see and do. Kids (and grown-ups!) can meet and hold an owl, pat a pet, hop on a tractor ride, explore the farm and visit the birds.
🫧 FOAM PARTY - 3.30PM
▪️Monday, Wednesday & Friday
NEW for Summer 2026 – Foam Parties!
Get ready for some foam-tastic fun with our brand-new Foam Parties, taking place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 3.30pm throughout the summer holidays.
Dance, play and splash your way through mountains of foam – the perfect way for children to cool off and burn off some energy before heading home.
Best of all, Foam Parties are INCLUDED in your admission ticket!
All Activities Included in Your Admission:
🦉 10:30am – Meet & Handle an Owl
🐰 11:00am – Pat-a-Pet with Rabbits & Guinea Pigs
🦅 11:30am – Spectacular Birds of Prey Flying Display
🚜 12:15pm – Tractor Rides
🦉 12:30pm – Have a Go at Flying an Owl
🐍 1:30pm – Animal & Critter Encounter
🦅 2:30pm – Spectacular Birds of Prey Flying Display
🚜 3:15pm – Tractor Rides
🐏 3:30pm – Farm Animal Meet & Greet
🐰 4:00pm – Pat-a-Pet with Rabbits & Guinea Pigs
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
Our Tea Room is open daily from 10:00am – 4:00pm, serving sandwiches, cakes, snacks and hot drinks. Prefer to bring your own food? You’re welcome to enjoy a picnic in our grounds.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult £14.50
▪️Child (2-15 years) £8.95
▪️Children under 2 years are free
✅️ BOOK ONLINE OR JUST TURN UP
You can either book your tickets online or pay on arrival, we are open daily 10.00-5.00, we look forward to seeing you!
🎾 Parkland Play: Oxley Park, Milton Keynes
Wednesday 05 August 2026
Time: 12:00 - 15:00
🎾 Come and experience a delightful and accessible play session at a summer Parkland Play event. On Wednesday 5th August 2026 visit Oxley Park from 12pm to 3pm.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join our team to learn about The Parks Trust and get involved with fun themed activities. Have fun with our sports equipment and lawn games, explore the sensory tent, and much more!
This family fun event will have lots for families to explore, why not bring along a picnic and spend the afternoon in the park!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join our team to learn about The Parks Trust and get involved with fun themed activities. Have fun with our sports equipment and lawn games, explore the sensory tent, and much more!
This family fun event will have lots for families to explore, why not bring along a picnic and spend the afternoon in the park!
ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
▪️This event is designed for families and children. Children must be supervised by an adult at all times.
▪️Visitors are encouraged to walk, cycle or use public transport to access the park.
▪️Limited street parking is available. If driving please park responsibly.
▪️No booking is required for this event. We look forward to seeing you there!
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♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
A sensory area will be placed in a peaceful location, perfect for children seeking a calmer play experience.
Toilet facilities will be available on site.
If you require any accessibility support, get in touch on events@theparkstrust.com.
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🪓 Bermuda Blades Axe Throwing - Henlow (💥Use Code WUB15 for 15% off)
Wednesday 05 August 2026
Time: 09:00 - 21:15
🪓 Bermuda Blades is an outdoor, covered axe throwing venue based at Perfect Aquatics in Henlow, Bedfordshire, one of the most unique and exhilarating activities you can do within easy reach of Hitchin, Stevenage, Bedford, Biggleswade, and Letchworth.
ℹ️ ABOUT
ℹ️ ABOUT
Axe throwing is exactly what it sounds like: you stand at a throwing line, take aim at a wooden target, and send a real axe spinning through the air until it sticks. Our fully trained instructors guide every session from start to finish, no experience needed, no upper body strength required, just a willingness to try something genuinely different.
🤑 EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODE: WUB15
Use WUB15 at checkout to save 15% off your booking. This offer is exclusive to Whatsup Bedfordshire only.
🤑 GROUPON DEAL (Limited time)
▪️For ages 8+
▪️For ages 12+
🪓 Axe Throwing Ages 12+
🤑 EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODE: WUB15
Use WUB15 at checkout to save 15% off your booking. This offer is exclusive to Whatsup Bedfordshire only.
🤑 GROUPON DEAL (Limited time)
▪️For ages 8+
▪️For ages 12+
🪓 Axe Throwing Ages 12+
30 Minute Sessions - Private Lane
(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
(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
🎳 Kid Bowl Free this Summer 2026 - GoBowling, Dunstable
Wednesday 05 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
🎳 Summer Sorted: Kids Bowl Free at GoBowling, Dunstable, Bedfordshire.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES FOR THIS OFFER
▪️20th July - 2nd September 2026
▪️Monday - Friday
▪️10am - 6pm
💥THE DEAL
Up to 3 kids bowl FREE with every paying adult. Monday to Friday, 10am–6pm.
🎮 PLUS...
Arcade games, brilliant food deals, and a fully stocked bar (because let's face it, you’ve earned a cold drink).
Whether the British weather is doing its usual unpredictable thing, or you just need a couple of hours where you aren’t the main source of entertainment, bring the family down to us for a fun break.
🎟 ADULT COST
▪️1st Game: £8.00
▪️2nd Game: £7.00
▪️3rd Game: £2.99
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES FOR THIS OFFER
▪️20th July - 2nd September 2026
▪️Monday - Friday
▪️10am - 6pm
💥THE DEAL
Up to 3 kids bowl FREE with every paying adult. Monday to Friday, 10am–6pm.
🎮 PLUS...
Arcade games, brilliant food deals, and a fully stocked bar (because let's face it, you’ve earned a cold drink).
Whether the British weather is doing its usual unpredictable thing, or you just need a couple of hours where you aren’t the main source of entertainment, bring the family down to us for a fun break.
🎟 ADULT COST
▪️1st Game: £8.00
▪️2nd Game: £7.00
▪️3rd Game: £2.99
🎟 HOW TO BOOK
☎️ Phone: 01582 47 27 27
Lanes get booked up fast on weekdays, so get ahead of the game!
🚶♂️Free Wednesday Weekly Walks - Houghton Regis
Wednesday 05 August 2026
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
🌳 Interested in some fresh air and friendly company? Come along to our weekly walks with one of our staff members from Houghton Regis Library!
📍MEETING POINT
The meeting spot for the walk will be outside Houghton Hall Park’s Visitor Centre on Wednesday at 2.00pm, the address is: Park Rd N, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 5FU
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Enjoy a relaxed walk through the park together, and finish at the library for a hot drink (50p each) and a warm welcome. This event is FREE to attend. The walk will finish at Houghton Regis Library approximately between 3.00-3.30pm.
ℹ️ FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information about Weekly Walks, please speak to staff at Houghton Regis Library.
☎️ Phone: 0300 3008058
📍MEETING POINT
The meeting spot for the walk will be outside Houghton Hall Park’s Visitor Centre on Wednesday at 2.00pm, the address is: Park Rd N, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 5FU
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Enjoy a relaxed walk through the park together, and finish at the library for a hot drink (50p each) and a warm welcome. This event is FREE to attend. The walk will finish at Houghton Regis Library approximately between 3.00-3.30pm.
ℹ️ FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information about Weekly Walks, please speak to staff at Houghton Regis Library.
☎️ Phone: 0300 3008058
🌞 National Play Day 2026 - Shefford
Wednesday 05 August 2026
Time: 11:00 - 14:00
✨️ Shefford National Play day is on Wednesday 5th July 2026, 11am–2pm at
Bellcote Meadow. Free!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️Ark Farm,
✨️Toy Story Trail,
✨️Sports,
✨️Crafts,
✨️Yoga,
✨️Ice cream & more!
All ages welcome – just bring a picnic & blanket! 🧺
Bellcote Meadow. Free!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️Ark Farm,
✨️Toy Story Trail,
✨️Sports,
✨️Crafts,
✨️Yoga,
✨️Ice cream & more!
All ages welcome – just bring a picnic & blanket! 🧺
