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🏁 Rushden Town Council's Soap Box Derby 2026 - Hall Park
Sunday 07 June 2026
Time: 13:00 - 16:30
🚗 Rushden Town Council’s Soap Box Derby is back at Hall Park on Sunday 7th June 2026 — and it’s set to be a brilliant afternoon of speed, creativity and community fun! Racing starts at 2pm!
🕐 TIME SCHEDULE
Whether taking part or spectating, we look forward to welcoming everyone for what promises to be a lively and enjoyable event.
▪️9:00am – Stall holders arrive for set-up
▪️11:30am – Entries begin arriving
▪️12:00pm – Signing-on begins (entry numbers issued – please come to the signing on tent)
▪️12:30pm – Scrutineering starts
▪️12:45pm – Practice runs begin
▪️1:20pm – Practice ends
▪️1:30pm – Judging in the pits
▪️2:00pm – Races begin in the main event area
▪️4:00/4:30pm – Finish (Trophies Awarded at the Finish Line)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
The Rushden Soap Box Derby is a full day of excitement, creativity, and community spirit. From the moment the carts arrive at Hall Park, the atmosphere comes alive with colourful builds, cheering crowds, and the buzz of race day. It’s a fantastic event for all ages, packed with laughs, action, and unforgettable moments.
🎉 A GREAT DAY OUT FOR EVERYONE
Not racing? No problem. The derby is a brilliant day out for families, friends, and spectators. Watch the action unfold, admire the creativity of the carts, and soak up the friendly, community atmosphere. There’ll be plenty to see, cheer for, and enjoy throughout the day.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01933 316216
📧 Email: info@rushdentowncouncil.gov.uk
🕐 TIME SCHEDULE
Whether taking part or spectating, we look forward to welcoming everyone for what promises to be a lively and enjoyable event.
▪️9:00am – Stall holders arrive for set-up
▪️11:30am – Entries begin arriving
▪️12:00pm – Signing-on begins (entry numbers issued – please come to the signing on tent)
▪️12:30pm – Scrutineering starts
▪️12:45pm – Practice runs begin
▪️1:20pm – Practice ends
▪️1:30pm – Judging in the pits
▪️2:00pm – Races begin in the main event area
▪️4:00/4:30pm – Finish (Trophies Awarded at the Finish Line)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
The Rushden Soap Box Derby is a full day of excitement, creativity, and community spirit. From the moment the carts arrive at Hall Park, the atmosphere comes alive with colourful builds, cheering crowds, and the buzz of race day. It’s a fantastic event for all ages, packed with laughs, action, and unforgettable moments.
🎉 A GREAT DAY OUT FOR EVERYONE
Not racing? No problem. The derby is a brilliant day out for families, friends, and spectators. Watch the action unfold, admire the creativity of the carts, and soak up the friendly, community atmosphere. There’ll be plenty to see, cheer for, and enjoy throughout the day.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01933 316216
📧 Email: info@rushdentowncouncil.gov.uk
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😋 Leighton Buzzard Big Lunch Food Festival 2026
Sunday 07 June 2026
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
😋 The Big Lunch Food Festival returns to the High Street on Sunday 7th June 2026, bringing the town together for a vibrant day of flavour, fun and fantastic entertainment.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
From 11am to 4pm, the heart of Leighton Buzzard will transform into a bustling street festival filled with the sights, sounds and aromas of food from around the world. Visitors can explore a delicious range of global street food, sweet treats and refreshing drinks from local traders and visiting vendors.
🎶 ENTERTAINMENT
But it’s not just about the food. Throughout the day you’ll find live music, street theatre, and family-friendly entertainment creating a lively festival atmosphere for all ages. Expect colourful performances, roaming entertainers and plenty of surprises as the High Street comes alive with creativity from around the world.
Whether you’re meeting friends for lunch, sampling new flavours or simply enjoying the entertainment, the Big Lunch Food Festival is the perfect way to celebrate summer in Leighton Buzzard.
Interested in trading at the Big Lunch Food Festival? Complete the application form on our website.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
From 11am to 4pm, the heart of Leighton Buzzard will transform into a bustling street festival filled with the sights, sounds and aromas of food from around the world. Visitors can explore a delicious range of global street food, sweet treats and refreshing drinks from local traders and visiting vendors.
🎶 ENTERTAINMENT
But it’s not just about the food. Throughout the day you’ll find live music, street theatre, and family-friendly entertainment creating a lively festival atmosphere for all ages. Expect colourful performances, roaming entertainers and plenty of surprises as the High Street comes alive with creativity from around the world.
Whether you’re meeting friends for lunch, sampling new flavours or simply enjoying the entertainment, the Big Lunch Food Festival is the perfect way to celebrate summer in Leighton Buzzard.
Interested in trading at the Big Lunch Food Festival? Complete the application form on our website.
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🥔 Flitton Potato Race 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🥔 Flitton Potato Race 2026 is back on Sunday 7th June 2026 for one of Bedfordshire’s most wonderfully quirky village traditions!
Run, walk or stagger your way through a mile carrying a sack of spuds, all while raising money for charities, local projects and good causes. With roots going back over 100 years, this much-loved community event is a brilliant day out for all ages.
🥔 ABOUT THE RACE
There are race categories for all ages, with competitors carrying 20kg, 10kg, 5kg or 2kg depending on the category. You can take on the full mile solo or gather your team and enter as a relay of four. There are also fun Spud & Spoon races for children aged 9 and under, making this a proper family-friendly event with plenty of laughs along the way.
💚 A BEDFORDSHIRE TRADITION
The Flitton Potato Race has a fascinating history, believed to date back to the old farming days when labourers raced with heavy sacks of potatoes for the chance to keep them. Over the years the race has been revived, reimagined and kept alive by the local community, with today’s event finishing at The White Hart pub and welcoming everyone from serious runners to fancy dress fun-lovers.
🎉 WHAT TO EXPECT
✅ Fun for all ages
✅ Individual and relay races
✅ Children’s races
✅ Village atmosphere
✅ Fundraising for good causes
✅ A unique Bedfordshire tradition
Whether you’re entering, cheering from the sidelines or just coming along for the atmosphere, the Flitton Potato Race is a fantastic local event that’s full of character, community spirit and plenty of potatoes!
🕙 TIMES
▪️10:00 - 11:30 Race registrations for all runners (including Spud and Spoon) at The Village Hall.
▪️12:00 - 12:30 Races start at Moat Farm, Greenfield.
▪️12.40 Spud & spoon races start from The Village Hall and Sand Road, Flitton.
▪️14:00 approx Prize-giving, entertainment and celebrations behind The White Hart pub.
▪️15:00 approx Raffle and competition prize draws.
Run, walk or stagger your way through a mile carrying a sack of spuds, all while raising money for charities, local projects and good causes. With roots going back over 100 years, this much-loved community event is a brilliant day out for all ages.
🥔 ABOUT THE RACE
There are race categories for all ages, with competitors carrying 20kg, 10kg, 5kg or 2kg depending on the category. You can take on the full mile solo or gather your team and enter as a relay of four. There are also fun Spud & Spoon races for children aged 9 and under, making this a proper family-friendly event with plenty of laughs along the way.
💚 A BEDFORDSHIRE TRADITION
The Flitton Potato Race has a fascinating history, believed to date back to the old farming days when labourers raced with heavy sacks of potatoes for the chance to keep them. Over the years the race has been revived, reimagined and kept alive by the local community, with today’s event finishing at The White Hart pub and welcoming everyone from serious runners to fancy dress fun-lovers.
🎉 WHAT TO EXPECT
✅ Fun for all ages
✅ Individual and relay races
✅ Children’s races
✅ Village atmosphere
✅ Fundraising for good causes
✅ A unique Bedfordshire tradition
Whether you’re entering, cheering from the sidelines or just coming along for the atmosphere, the Flitton Potato Race is a fantastic local event that’s full of character, community spirit and plenty of potatoes!
🕙 TIMES
▪️10:00 - 11:30 Race registrations for all runners (including Spud and Spoon) at The Village Hall.
▪️12:00 - 12:30 Races start at Moat Farm, Greenfield.
▪️12.40 Spud & spoon races start from The Village Hall and Sand Road, Flitton.
▪️14:00 approx Prize-giving, entertainment and celebrations behind The White Hart pub.
▪️15:00 approx Raffle and competition prize draws.
🎉 FREE ENTRY AFTER PARTY: 1PM - 4PM
Join us at Flitton & Greenfield Village Hall for an afternoon of food, drinks and live music after the Potato Race!
✨️ BBQ with meat supplied by Deacon’s Ampthill
✨️ Cheap licensed bar
✨️ Live music from the amazing MAT ROBERTS
Bring your friends, family and dancing shoes for a great afternoon supporting the village hall!
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is limited and road closures maybe in place.
Join us at Flitton & Greenfield Village Hall for an afternoon of food, drinks and live music after the Potato Race!
✨️ BBQ with meat supplied by Deacon’s Ampthill
✨️ Cheap licensed bar
✨️ Live music from the amazing MAT ROBERTS
Bring your friends, family and dancing shoes for a great afternoon supporting the village hall!
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is limited and road closures maybe in place.
💚 Volunteers Week, June 2026 - Houghton Hall Park
Sunday 07 June 2026
🌿 Volunteers’ Week is here at Houghton Hall Park, Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Mon 1 June – Sunday 7 June
ABOUT
If you love being outdoors, learning new skills, and making a real difference, come and join us in the Formal & Kitchen Gardens at Houghton Hall Park, right here in the heart of Houghton Regis
👩🌾 Get involved with:
✨ Weeding & planting
✨ Growing fresh vegetables
✨ Keeping our ever‑changing gardens beautiful
✨ Meeting friendly faces & being part of a fantastic community
✨ Support the Houghton Regis in Bloom initiative
During Volunteers’ Week, we want to say a huge thank you to all our incredible volunteers — your dedication helps our gardens and community flourish. We’d love to welcome you!
🌸 FANCY GIVING IT A GO?
Download our volunteer application form.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@houghtonhallpark.org
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Mon 1 June – Sunday 7 June
ABOUT
If you love being outdoors, learning new skills, and making a real difference, come and join us in the Formal & Kitchen Gardens at Houghton Hall Park, right here in the heart of Houghton Regis
👩🌾 Get involved with:
✨ Weeding & planting
✨ Growing fresh vegetables
✨ Keeping our ever‑changing gardens beautiful
✨ Meeting friendly faces & being part of a fantastic community
✨ Support the Houghton Regis in Bloom initiative
During Volunteers’ Week, we want to say a huge thank you to all our incredible volunteers — your dedication helps our gardens and community flourish. We’d love to welcome you!
🌸 FANCY GIVING IT A GO?
Download our volunteer application form.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@houghtonhallpark.org
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