Monday 28 September (2)
The Silence of the Lambs Live at Milton Keynes Theatre - Milton Keynes Theatre
Time: 19:30 - 22:00
🗓 PERFORMANCE DATES
▪️Mon 28th September - Sat 3rd October 2026
▪️Evening performances: Mon - Sat at 7.30pm
▪️Matinees: Wed & Sat at 2.30pm
🎭 WHAT TO EXPECT
Based on Thomas Harris’s gripping literary masterpiece, this electrifying new production brings one of the most iconic psychological thrillers of all time to the stage. Tense, dark and utterly compelling, it follows FBI trainee Clarice Starling as she is sent to interview the brilliant but terrifying Dr Hannibal Lecter in the hope that he can help track down serial killer Buffalo Bill.
Another girl is missing and the clock is ticking. But Lecter has plans of his own, and Clarice soon finds herself drawn into a chilling psychological game where every question comes at a cost.
⭐ WHY GO?
THE ICONIC PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER. A WORLD STAGE PREMIERE.
Written by award-winning playwright Gina Gionfriddo and directed by acclaimed theatre-maker Nikolai Foster, this gripping adaptation stars John Partridge (EastEnders, Cabaret) as Hannibal Lecter, Mollie Gallagher (Coronation Street) as Clarice Starling, Oliver Farnworth (Emmerdale) as Jack Crawford, and Sam Jackson (Skins) as Buffalo Bill.
⚠️ AGE GUIDANCE
15+ This production contains scenes of threat, violence and murder, strong language, sexual references and harassment, mutilation and body horror, psychological intensity, childhood trauma and onstage prosthetic human remains.
🎟 TICKET PRICES: From £20.80
Please note: a booking fee of £3.95 is applied to each order.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES / CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Box Office: 020 7206 1174
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT & BOOKING
Call the Accessibility Assistance line on 03330 095 399
Please note you will need to register for the Access Membership Scheme to book tickets.
The Silence of the Lambs - Milton Keynes Theatre
Time: 19:30
Starring John Partridge (EastEnders, Cabaret) as Hannibal Lecter, Mollie Gallagher (Coronation Street) as Clarice Starling, Oliver Farnworth (Emmerdale) as Agent Jack Crawford, and Sam Jackson (Skins) as Buffalo Bill, this is set to be a must-see for thriller fans and theatre lovers alike.
🕵️ THE STORY
When FBI trainee Clarice Starling is sent to interview brilliant psychiatrist and notorious killer Hannibal Lecter, it’s hoped he can help catch a dangerous serial murderer known as Buffalo Bill. But with another girl missing and time slipping away, Clarice soon finds herself pulled into a disturbing game of minds. The real question is… how close can you get to Hannibal Lecter before he gets inside your head?
🎭 WHAT TO EXPECT
Written by award-winning Gina Gionfriddo and directed by acclaimed theatre-maker Nikolai Foster, this stage adaptation brings the iconic thriller terrifyingly close. Expect edge-of-your-seat drama, intense performances and a dark, atmospheric night out that’s perfect for fans of crime stories and psychological horror.
⭐ REVIEWS
▪️“Partridge is a superlative Lecter” – What’s on Stage
▪️“Gallagher is superb” – East Midlands Reviews
▪️“The standout is Sam Jackson” – The Telegraph
🗓 DATES & SHOW TIMES
▪️Mon 28 Sep – Sat 3 Oct 2026
▪️Mon – Sat at 7:30pm
▪️Wed and Sat at 2:30pm
▪️Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes including interval
⛔️ AGE GUIDANCE: 15+
This production contains disturbing scenes of threats, violence and murder, very strong language, onstage prosthetic human remains, sexual references, sexual harassment and violence, flashing lights, haze and loud noises including gunshots.
🎟 TICKETS COST: From £21.50
Note: A booking fee of £3.95 is applied to each order.
☎️ Accessibility Support & Booking: 03330 095 399
♿️ Please note you will need to register for the Access Membership Scheme to book accessible tickets.
Wednesday 30 September (3)
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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🎲 Board Games Evening at The White Lion, Dunstable
Time: 18:30 - 21:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Wednesday 2nd Sept: 6:30pm - 9:30pm
▪️Wednesday 16th Sept: 6:30pm - 9:30pm
▪️Wedbesday 30th Sept: 6:30pm - 9:30pm
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
▪️Board Game Library provided, but feel free to bring your own too!
▪️Volunteers on hand to help recommend games, set-up and teach rules,
▪️Wheelchair accessible
▪️Free on-site parking
▪️Dogs & well behaved children welcome
▪️Refreshments available from the bar
This is a free event, booking is not required but it's nice to know numbers in advance :) Reserve a space and let us know you'll be attending here! Donations to our not-for-profit board game library are appreciated to keep these events running!
Hosted by More Than Board Games (Kira & Matt)
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@morethanboardgames.co.uk
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🌱 Help Make Ampthill Beautiful - 2026
Time: 10:00 - 13:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Wednesday 30th September: 10am - 1pm
▪️Friday 9th of October: 10am - 1pm
ℹ️ DETAILS
There’s no need to stay for the whole session, just pop along when you can to help out. Everyone is welcome. We would also love to meet anyone who is interested in regular Conservation Volunteering in Ampthill Park. There is an opportunity to join a new volunteer group meeting every month to work alongside the Park Rangers and undertake a variety of conservation tasks.
These two events are opportunities to come and find out more.
🏵 SNOWDROP FLOWERS
Snowdrops are closely associated with remembrance so you may want to plant snowdrops in memory of a loved one and be part of a larger community effort. The bulbs will flower early next year, 200 years after Lord and Lady Holland planted the double Lime Avenue. This will form part of the Alameda’s 200th anniversary celebrations in 2027.
🌱 TOOLS PROVIDED
The park team will be on site to provide tools and show you what to do. If you are interested in the Conservation volunteering, we will explain our plans and provide information.
ℹ️ FOR MORE INFORMATION & LOCATION
Further Information on volunteering and any updates for this event will be available via Ampthill Town Council's website and you can email council@ampthill-tc.gov.uk for more information.
Thursday 01 October (2)
😋 Street Food Monthly, Hitchin - 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
✍️ TRADER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
Want to be part of our 10th year at Hitchin Street Food Monthly??
🌯 STREET FOOD TRADERS
Serving up bold, brilliant, can’t-stop-thinking-about-it food? Apply here:
🧀 ARTISAN MARKET TRADERS
Got a craft or product you'd love to show off? Think gifts, sauces, breads, butchery, woodwork, treats, and more. Apply here:
We’re proud to champion incredible independents and create a proper community atmosphere - great food, great people, great vibes. If you’ve got an outstanding product and a brilliant attitude, we want to hear from you.
🗓 HITCHIN STREET FOOD 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 16th April
▪️Thursday 7th May
▪️Thursday 4th June
▪️Thursday 2nd July
▪️Thursday 6th August
▪️Thursday 3rd September
▪️Thursday 1st October
⚽️ Stadium Tours, Kenilworth Road, 2026 - Luton
Time: 10:00 - 12:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday's
▪️From 20th August - 17th December
⚽️ TOUR TIMES
▪️10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
▪️11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
🅿️ PARKING
You can park in the Maple Road car park at the top of Oak Road.
Please use the main reception entrance that is accessible from the car park.
Entrance is not available from the Kenilworth Road end.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £15.00
▪️Children Under 12:£10.00
(Under 12's not admitted to Bobbers Gantry)
▪️Member: £10.00
(Hatters Heritage & list members)
Friday 02 October (1)
📖 Arts Town Fantastic Friday's: The Gruffalo - Houghton Regis Library
Time: 10:30
▪️AGES: 1-4
📖 DETAILS:
Explore the deep dark wood and unleash your imagination as you embark on a wild storytelling adventure inspired by Julia Donaldson’s beloved picture book, The Gruffalo.
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
Book your free place here
▪️Please note: Houghton Regis residents and their children have booking priority for this event.
Saturday 03 October (2)
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Milton Ernest Garden Centre 2026
Time: 09:00 - 12:00
😀 BUYERS ENTRY: Free
(No buyers before 9am please)
ℹ️ NOTE TO SELLERS:
For sellers setting up takes place from 8am on our front lawn area and it is £8 for a car or £12 for a van. On arrival stallholders will set up on our front lawn area and we will collect your payment early on in the day.
✅️ HOW TO BOOK A PITCH....
Please arrive no earlier than 8am as the centre gates will not be open until then.
Bookings are taken on a first come first served basis by email only, providing your name, phone number, registration number and whether you have a car or van.
📧 Booking Email: Click here
🌸 THE GARDEN CENTRE
After checking the bargains at the car boot sale, why not have a browse in the garden centre and grab some brekky or lunch. A great Saturday morning.
🗓 2026 CAR BOOT SALE DATES:
▪️Saturday 7th March 2026
▪️Saturday 4th April 2026
▪️Saturday 2nd May 2026
▪️Saturday 6th June 2026
▪️Saturday 4th July 2026
▪️Saturday 1st August 2026
▪️Saturday 5th September 2026
▪️Saturday 3rd October 2026
▪️Saturday 31st October 2026
Sunday 04 October (2)
Lenny Henry: Still At Large - Milton Keynes Theatre
Time: 19:30
Part stand-up, part storytelling and part conversation with himself (and with you), this brand-new live show sees Lenny revisit the experiences that shaped him, while also exploring the ideas, challenges and creative sparks driving him today.
✨ ABOUT THE SHOW
From the unforgettable days of The Lenny Henry Show and Chef! to acclaimed dramatic performances in Othello and more recently The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power, Lenny looks back on the roles, characters and moments that have defined his remarkable career.
Expect big laughs, plenty of heart and a celebration of the many sides of Lenny Henry – the actor, impressionist, comedian, fundraiser and self-described Stand-Up Anecdotalist. If you’re after a top-quality night out packed with humour and personality, this is one to book early.
🗓 DATE & TIME
▪️ Sunday 4th October 2026
▪️ 7:30pm
▪️ Running time: 1 hour 50 minutes including interval
🔞 AGE GUIDANCE: 16+
▪️ Under 3s will not be admitted to the venue
▪️ Under 16s must be seated next to an adult aged 18+
🎟 TICKET PRICES: From £41.33
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 accessible tickets.
⚽️ 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