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🎶FREE ENTRY Summer Fete - Shuttleworth
Saturday 27 July 2024
Time: 11:00 - 20:00 Price: £0.00
🌞 Shuttleworth Summer Celebration Day
Get ready for a sizzling summer day filled with vibrant festivities at the historic Shuttleworth House! This fantastic event blends history, fun, and community spirit. Mark your calendars and bring your friends and family for a day of laughter and music.
📅 Date: Saturday 27th July
⏰ Time: Open from 11am - 8pm
📍 Location: Shuttleworth House, Old Warden Park, Old Warden, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 9EA
🎟️ Admission: FREE ENTRY (Please note that if you wish to visit the Collection or Swiss Garden, you must purchase a valid Daily Admission Ticket.)
🎤 LIVE MUSIC Groove to the rhythm of live music echoing through the air as talented musicians and bands take the stage. Feel the beats, dance, and soak up the sunshine in an atmosphere filled with positive energy.
🛒 CRAFT & GIFT MARKET Explore an array of unique and diverse stalls featuring local artisans, crafts, and traders. Discover one-of-a-kind treasures, including handmade crafts, jewelry, clothing, and more. Support local businesses while enjoying the festivities!
🍔 STREET FOOD Indulge your taste buds in a culinary adventure with delectable street food options. Our partnership with Eat Feast UK ensures mouthwatering delights. Check out their local events on Instagram—they’re awesome!
Here are the confirmed food vendors:
- 🔸️High Fryers
- 🔸️ Pizza Shack
- 🔸️ Drk Dsh
- 🔸️ Grill Hut
- 🔸️Mama Mexican
- 🔸️ Monamie
- 🔸️ Cibo
- 🔸️ Joes Ices
- 🔸️ Crumb De La Creme
🥂 BAR Take a break from the excitement and grab a drink at the Garden Suite Bar. From ice-cool lager to local ales and ciders, our experienced bar team keeps you in the summer mood. Try our wide range of flavored gins or sip on refreshing Pimms by the glass! 🍹
Please note - you aren’t permitted to bring your own alcohol to this event but prices of the bar are kept reasonable.
🎪 ACTIVITIES & FUN FAIR RIDES Endless laughter awaits! Enjoy classic carnival games, traditional stalls, and children’s entertainment. Circus skills workshops, face painting, balloon modeling, and magic shows add to the joy and amusement.
🚘HOW TO GET THERE:
For those driving in use Old Warden Village entrance
SG18 9EB
🗺You can pre register for an exclusive map and if you are able to pre register for free for this event to ensure it is known how many people are coming and give an idea to the vendors that would be great.
🎪 ACTIVITIES & FUN FAIR RIDES Endless laughter awaits! Enjoy classic carnival games, traditional stalls, and children’s entertainment. Circus skills workshops, face painting, balloon modeling, and magic shows add to the joy and amusement.
🚘HOW TO GET THERE:
For those driving in use Old Warden Village entrance
SG18 9EB
🗺You can pre register for an exclusive map and if you are able to pre register for free for this event to ensure it is known how many people are coming and give an idea to the vendors that would be great.
ℹPlease find more info at click the event button.
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Sandy Family Fun Day
Saturday 27 July 2024
Time: 11:00 - 14:00
🌟 SAVE THE DATE: Family Fun Day at Sandy Children’s Centre! 🌟
Join us on Saturday, July 27, 2024, as we celebrate 15 years of the Sandy Children’s Centre.
It’s going to be a fun filled day for everyone! There are lots to games and activities to be involved in.
Here’s what’s involved on the day:
🎯GAMES and ACTIVITIES
Games available on the day are:
- tombola
- raffle
- hook a duck
- coconut shy
- catch the rat
- name the teddy
- FREE craft table
(Ps each child under the age of 16 will receive 2 free tickets to put towards the games)
🌭FOOD
There will be a bbq and candy floss
👒FANCY DRESS
If you would like to be involved in fancy dress the theme is
“MY HERO”
🅿️ PARKING
There are limited parking spaces on site at the children’s centre.
WHAT ELSE TO DO NEAR BY?
ALSO… If you would like something else to do afterwards with your children there is a play park a 2 minute walk away from the children’s centre.
🦆 Offley Hoo Farm Summer Fayre - Great Offley
Saturday 27 July 2024
🌻Offley Hoo Farm summer Fayre
DATE & TIME
Saturday 27th July 2024
10am - 4pm.
🦋Face painting
🎈Balloon modelling
⏳Sand art
🍭Candyfloss
🦆Hook-a-duck
🎠Merry go round
Various other stalls will be joining us.
Our local rural policing team will be joining us to do bicycle marking if you wish to bring your bike along.
🦋Face painting
🎈Balloon modelling
⏳Sand art
🍭Candyfloss
🦆Hook-a-duck
🎠Merry go round
Various other stalls will be joining us.
Our local rural policing team will be joining us to do bicycle marking if you wish to bring your bike along.
🤣 CASTLE COMEDY - Flitwick
Saturday 27 July 2024
🤣A classic mixed bill of comedy with TV names and rising stars.
⭐DOORS OPEN: 7.30pm
⭐SHOW: 8.15pm - 10.45pm
⭐AGE: 16+
(under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
🎫TICKETS: £15.40
MIKE GUNN - is firmly established as one of the most sought-after and accomplished comedians working on the UK and international circuit. An original talent, distinguished by his trademark laconic and lugubrious dark humour, killer punch lines and masterful delivery. On TV, he’s performed on BBC One’s Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and The Comedy Store for Comedy Central. “ONE OF THE TOP TEN STAND-UPS IN THE COUNTRY” – Independent HARRIET DYER - As seen on Rosie Jones’ Disability Comedy Extravaganza, Comedy Central Live, The Russell Howard Hour. She was a main writer for both seasons of Jon Richardson's Channel Hopping and wrote and starred in Meet the Richardson's. Winner of Neurodivergent Representation Award at Edinburgh Fringe 2022.
ADAM VINCENT - an Australian who has made Bedford his home! He is an award-winning comedian and is just about to publish his first novel. His writing credits include The Last Leg.
NOTE: Line-ups are always subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control. You are purchasing tickets to a comedy night and not to see a particular comedian and as such tickets will not be refunded due to a change in line-up.
⭐DOORS OPEN: 7.30pm
⭐SHOW: 8.15pm - 10.45pm
⭐AGE: 16+
(under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)
🎫TICKETS: £15.40
MIKE GUNN - is firmly established as one of the most sought-after and accomplished comedians working on the UK and international circuit. An original talent, distinguished by his trademark laconic and lugubrious dark humour, killer punch lines and masterful delivery. On TV, he’s performed on BBC One’s Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and The Comedy Store for Comedy Central. “ONE OF THE TOP TEN STAND-UPS IN THE COUNTRY” – Independent HARRIET DYER - As seen on Rosie Jones’ Disability Comedy Extravaganza, Comedy Central Live, The Russell Howard Hour. She was a main writer for both seasons of Jon Richardson's Channel Hopping and wrote and starred in Meet the Richardson's. Winner of Neurodivergent Representation Award at Edinburgh Fringe 2022.
ADAM VINCENT - an Australian who has made Bedford his home! He is an award-winning comedian and is just about to publish his first novel. His writing credits include The Last Leg.
NOTE: Line-ups are always subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control. You are purchasing tickets to a comedy night and not to see a particular comedian and as such tickets will not be refunded due to a change in line-up.
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🚣♀️Tiddenfoot Canal Festival
Saturday 27 July 2024
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
🎊 Get ready! Linslade Canal Festival returns to Tiddenfoot Waterside Park on Saturday, 27th July 2024!
TIME: 11:00-17:00
TIME: 11:00-17:00
DON'T MISS THIS!
This one-day event is all about celebrating canal life, conservation, the countryside, and the charm of traditional rural crafts.
CRAFTMANSHIP
Step into a world of craftsmanship with traditional craft demonstrators showcasing skills that will leave you in awe – from stick makers and skep builders to wood carvers, there’s something for everyone. Local charities passionate about the natural environment will be there to share knowledge and inspire.
Step into a world of craftsmanship with traditional craft demonstrators showcasing skills that will leave you in awe – from stick makers and skep builders to wood carvers, there’s something for everyone. Local charities passionate about the natural environment will be there to share knowledge and inspire.
TRADE BOATS
Wander along the tow-path and be captivated by the working, trade, and pleasure boats joining the festivities. Trade boats offer a chance to snag handmade treasures and canal-themed memorabilia, while historic working boats transport you back in time to the canal’s golden days.
MUSIC
Wander along the tow-path and be captivated by the working, trade, and pleasure boats joining the festivities. Trade boats offer a chance to snag handmade treasures and canal-themed memorabilia, while historic working boats transport you back in time to the canal’s golden days.
MUSIC
The excitement doesn’t end there! Check out the full program for a line up of music and workshops that will keep you entertained throughout the day. And for our younger visitors, a traditional hand-turned funfair awaits, adding a touch of whimsy to the day.
CRAFT TENT
Inside the craft tent, discover the magic of hand and artisan crafters creating wonders before your eyes. It’s not just a festival; it’s a journey into the heart of tradition and creativity.
🅿️ PARKING
Mentmore Rd,
Leighton Buzzard
LU7 2AE
♿ IS THIS SITE ACCESSABLE?
Accessible parking is available in Cedars School (£2.50 per car) and an accessible courtesy vehicle will provide transport to the festival site throughout the day.
Inside the craft tent, discover the magic of hand and artisan crafters creating wonders before your eyes. It’s not just a festival; it’s a journey into the heart of tradition and creativity.
🅿️ PARKING
Mentmore Rd,
Leighton Buzzard
LU7 2AE
♿ IS THIS SITE ACCESSABLE?
Accessible parking is available in Cedars School (£2.50 per car) and an accessible courtesy vehicle will provide transport to the festival site throughout the day.
There are some pathways around site which are accessible however due to the nature of the site, some areas are accessed across grass and rougher terrain.
🎤 Saturday Soul Night Out Out - Kempston
Saturday 27 July 2024
Price: £9.38
SOUL NIGHT 🎶
Are you over 30 and like soul music? This might be for you. Have a night with like-minded people for the love of soul music.
📆Date: Saturday 27th July
⏰Time: 8pm- 1am
📍Location: Kempston Rovers, Hillgrounds Road Kempston, MK42 8SZ
On eventbrite tickets are currently £9.38 each for this event.
However please note there are no refunds.
🅿️ PARKING
There is free parking on site.
You can buy tickets here for the event https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/saturday-soul-night-out-out-tickets-867990702557
Are you over 30 and like soul music? This might be for you. Have a night with like-minded people for the love of soul music.
📆Date: Saturday 27th July
⏰Time: 8pm- 1am
📍Location: Kempston Rovers, Hillgrounds Road Kempston, MK42 8SZ
On eventbrite tickets are currently £9.38 each for this event.
However please note there are no refunds.
🅿️ PARKING
There is free parking on site.
You can buy tickets here for the event https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/saturday-soul-night-out-out-tickets-867990702557
🎶 CheqFest 2024 - Westoning
Saturday 27 July 2024
Time: 12:00
🥂 Join us for the biggest party of the year, CheqFest 2024! An all day party, with live music, outisde bars, activities, food and more! You won't want to miss it!
🍻 MEET THE BEERS....Available in our Beer Tent from Midday on Saturday!
🍺 ALES AND CIDERS
During this year's "CheqFest", we'll be holding a beer festival, with 7 Local Ales & 2 Ciders. The first ones will be coming from Hornes Brewery... the legendary Featherstone, a lovely 3.6%, as well as the Triple Goat Pale Ale, a 3.9%.
🙋♂️ CHEAPER BEERS ANYONE?
Did you know that you can pre-order tokens to get these beers cheaper? Just pop in the Chequers in Westoning and see us BEFORE Saturday to purchase!
🍻 MEET THE BEERS....Available in our Beer Tent from Midday on Saturday!
🍺 ALES AND CIDERS
During this year's "CheqFest", we'll be holding a beer festival, with 7 Local Ales & 2 Ciders. The first ones will be coming from Hornes Brewery... the legendary Featherstone, a lovely 3.6%, as well as the Triple Goat Pale Ale, a 3.9%.
🙋♂️ CHEAPER BEERS ANYONE?
Did you know that you can pre-order tokens to get these beers cheaper? Just pop in the Chequers in Westoning and see us BEFORE Saturday to purchase!
🏃♂️FREE 5K Plus Crew - Dunstable Downs 9:45am
Saturday 27 July 2024
🏃♀️FREE 5K Trail Run from Dunstable Downs
DATES:
27/07/24
03/08/24
START TIME & MEETING POINT
9:45am, Saturday Meeting point:
Grass area next to bike racks Location: ///fonts.stuck.rotate (what3words)
DESCRIPTION
Join us for a free, social group run at an easy, conversational pace. Our route takes us towards Whipsnade, down Bison Hill steps, and back to the top of Dunstable Downs. We ensure no one is left behind! GEAR RECOMMENDATIONS: Grippy trail shoes Weather-appropriate clothing Water bottle
TERRAIN: Expect an undulating course with varied surfaces including stones, grass, mud, tree roots, and dirt. Watch out for sheep! For a longer challenge, combine this with the 9am park run for a total of 10K.
⛰Experience breathtaking views of the Chiltern Hills as you run this scenic trail. Join us for an invigorating morning of exercise. Sign up via the RunTogether page on the event link below.
🅿️ PARKING: £3.50
(Free for National Trust members).
🚻FACILITIES: Toilets and café available in the visitor centre
🗺ADDRESS:
Dunstable Downs,
Dunstable Road,
Whipsnade
BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 2GY.
DATES:
27/07/24
03/08/24
START TIME & MEETING POINT
9:45am, Saturday Meeting point:
Grass area next to bike racks Location: ///fonts.stuck.rotate (what3words)
DESCRIPTION
Join us for a free, social group run at an easy, conversational pace. Our route takes us towards Whipsnade, down Bison Hill steps, and back to the top of Dunstable Downs. We ensure no one is left behind! GEAR RECOMMENDATIONS: Grippy trail shoes Weather-appropriate clothing Water bottle
TERRAIN: Expect an undulating course with varied surfaces including stones, grass, mud, tree roots, and dirt. Watch out for sheep! For a longer challenge, combine this with the 9am park run for a total of 10K.
⛰Experience breathtaking views of the Chiltern Hills as you run this scenic trail. Join us for an invigorating morning of exercise. Sign up via the RunTogether page on the event link below.
🅿️ PARKING: £3.50
(Free for National Trust members).
🚻FACILITIES: Toilets and café available in the visitor centre
🗺ADDRESS:
Dunstable Downs,
Dunstable Road,
Whipsnade
BEDFORDSHIRE
LU6 2GY.
🌞 Summer Fayre - Marston Mortaine
Saturday 27 July 2024
Time: 11:00 - 15:00 Price: £0.00
🎉 Join us for a day of Summer Fun! 🎉
FREE ENTRY-This family fun day is located at Blakelands Lodge Care Home at Marston Moretaine. They are a 24 hour residential and dementia care home.
FREE ENTRY-This family fun day is located at Blakelands Lodge Care Home at Marston Moretaine. They are a 24 hour residential and dementia care home.
🐾 Animal Encounters with Teaching Talons: Get up close and personal with fascinating creatures!
🎵 Live Music by Danni Bentley: Groove to the rhythm and enjoy soulful tunes!
🛍️ Local Craft Stalls: Discover unique handmade treasures!
🎮 Games: Fun for all ages!
🍔 Homemade Refreshments: Satisfy your taste buds with delicious treats!
🎟️ Raffle: Win exciting prizes and support a great cause
🎟️ Price: Free admission!
🌟 Beneficiary: All raffle proceeds go to our Residents Fund for trips out.
🌞 Summer Fair Dunstable Priory View 🌞
Saturday 27 July 2024
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
🌟 Priory View Summer Fair: A Vibrant Community Event! 🌟
Get ready for an exciting day at the Priory View Summer Fair! Whether you’re a craftsperson, food vendor, or fashion enthusiast, this event is your chance to shine. 🎉
Location: Priory View, Dunstable
✨ WHAT TO EXPECT
- ⭐ Bustling Market: Explore a variety of stalls showcasing unique treasures.
- ⭐Fun Activities: Enjoy entertainment for all ages, such as games, tombola, raffle and other kids activities.
- ⭐ Live Performances: Groove to live music and entertainment.
- ⭐ Delicious Food and Drinks: Savor tasty treats.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to connect with the community, grow your business, and make new friends. Secure your spot today by emailing crafters@email.hidden.
Feel free to reach out with any questions. See you there! 🌞
💃Bedfordshire Day of Dance - Around Bedford
Saturday 27 July 2024
👀KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THE MORRIS DANCERS!
Morris dancing will be all around Bedford Town from:
10.30am-4pm
With performances at LUNCH TIME at:
The Quarry Theatre at St Luke's Peter's, 26 St Peters St, Bedford MK40 2NN
as part of Bedfringe.
AFTER 4PM
Music in The Wellington after 4pm.
Wellington Arms,
40-42 Wellington St,
Bedford
MK40 2JX
Morris dancing will be all around Bedford Town from:
10.30am-4pm
With performances at LUNCH TIME at:
The Quarry Theatre at St Luke's Peter's, 26 St Peters St, Bedford MK40 2NN
as part of Bedfringe.
AFTER 4PM
Music in The Wellington after 4pm.
Wellington Arms,
40-42 Wellington St,
Bedford
MK40 2JX
🚒 Toddington Fire Station Open Day 🚒
Saturday 27 July 2024
Time: 12:00 - 15:00
🔥 Join Us for Toddington Fire Station's Annual Open Day!
📅 Date: 27th July 2024
🕒 Time: 12pm - 3pm
📍 Location: Toddington Fire Station
We're excited to welcome you and your family to our Annual Open Day! There will be a variety of fun activities for all ages, including:
🎟️ Raffle with amazing prizes
👨🚒 Fire engine tours
🧯 Live fire safety demonstrations
🍔 Food stalls and refreshments
👨🚒This is a fantastic opportunity to meet your local firefighters, learn about fire safety, and enjoy a day full of excitement. All donations and proceeds from the event will go directly to the Firefighters Charity, supporting those who risk their lives to keep us safe. Bring your family, friends, and neighbours for a day you won't forget. We can't wait to see you there!
📅 Date: 27th July 2024
🕒 Time: 12pm - 3pm
📍 Location: Toddington Fire Station
We're excited to welcome you and your family to our Annual Open Day! There will be a variety of fun activities for all ages, including:
🎟️ Raffle with amazing prizes
👨🚒 Fire engine tours
🧯 Live fire safety demonstrations
🍔 Food stalls and refreshments
👨🚒This is a fantastic opportunity to meet your local firefighters, learn about fire safety, and enjoy a day full of excitement. All donations and proceeds from the event will go directly to the Firefighters Charity, supporting those who risk their lives to keep us safe. Bring your family, friends, and neighbours for a day you won't forget. We can't wait to see you there!
🔮 Psychic & Mediumship Readings fundraiser
Saturday 27 July 2024
EVENT INFO
Another fundraiser for our Hall….book a time slot for your own personal psychic/mediumship reading with one of the established mediums who will be there on the day. .
DATE & TIME
Sat 27th July,
4pm
COST
Each 1-2-1 reading lasts 20 minutes & costs £20.
Whether you’re looking to connect with loved ones in spirit, for life guidance or just fancy having a reading, then don’t miss out on contacting us to book your slot.
FOOD, DRINK & RAFFLE
There will be soft drinks & snacks for sale along with a raffle to help raise funds for our Hall (charity #300030).
🗺 LOCATION
Eyeworth Village Hall
High St,
Eyeworth,
Sandy
SG19 2HH
Contact: eyeworthvh@yahoo.com for further info &/or to book your slot 😊
Another fundraiser for our Hall….book a time slot for your own personal psychic/mediumship reading with one of the established mediums who will be there on the day. .
DATE & TIME
Sat 27th July,
4pm
COST
Each 1-2-1 reading lasts 20 minutes & costs £20.
Whether you’re looking to connect with loved ones in spirit, for life guidance or just fancy having a reading, then don’t miss out on contacting us to book your slot.
FOOD, DRINK & RAFFLE
There will be soft drinks & snacks for sale along with a raffle to help raise funds for our Hall (charity #300030).
🗺 LOCATION
Eyeworth Village Hall
High St,
Eyeworth,
Sandy
SG19 2HH
Contact: eyeworthvh@yahoo.com for further info &/or to book your slot 😊
🦖 FREE Dino Day at Quadrant Shopping Centre in Dunstable
Saturday 27 July 2024
🦕 DINO DAY ROAD TRIP Alert!
Get ready for an exciting, educational experience as our dinosaur brigade rolls into the Quadrant Shopping Centre in Dunstable!
- TIME: 11:00am - 4:00pm
- LOCATION: Quadrant Shopping Centre, Dunstable
EVENT DETAILS
📸TAKE SELFIES
Don’t miss the chance to meet and take photos with our fabulous dinosaurs! Give us a roar if you’ll be there!
📸TAKE SELFIES
Don’t miss the chance to meet and take photos with our fabulous dinosaurs! Give us a roar if you’ll be there!
🦖 MEET THE DINOSAURS
Dinosaur walkabouts at:
11AM and 2:30PM.
Dino Show:
12PM and 1:30PM.
12PM and 1:30PM.
🎨 FREE Arts and Crafts:
Provided by the Dunstable Library and Grove Corner.
🧚♀️ FREE Face Painting:
Transform into your favorite dino!
Transform into your favorite dino!
🔍 FREE Dino Trail:
Explore The Quadrant Shopping Centre and follow the dino trail.
Explore The Quadrant Shopping Centre and follow the dino trail.
🎟️ ADMISSION IS FREE!
This is a one-day FREE event—don’t miss out on the fun and dinosaurs! 🦖
🅿️ PARKING
There is a paying car park behind the quadrant.
Car parking at asda also behind the quadrant (60 mins free) for customers
Aldi car park behind the quadrant (1.5 hours free) for customers.
🌺 Summer Artisan craft fayre - Henlow
Saturday 27 July 2024
TIME: 11am-3pm
FREE ENTRY!
Come and support small local businesses at this Summer Artisan craft fayre Lots of wonderful stalls including;
🌸Wax melts,
🌸Bath products,
🌸Stationery,
🌸Art,
🌸Jewellery,
🌸Resin,
🌸Hair accessories plus lots more.
FOOD & DRINK
In the pop up cafe i have loaded fries, bacon rolls, Sausage rolls aswell as Cakes, brownies, cookies, blondies and millionaires among other items! Hot and cold drinks available, plus ice cream & lollys.
FREE ENTRY!
Come and support small local businesses at this Summer Artisan craft fayre Lots of wonderful stalls including;
🌸Wax melts,
🌸Bath products,
🌸Stationery,
🌸Art,
🌸Jewellery,
🌸Resin,
🌸Hair accessories plus lots more.
FOOD & DRINK
In the pop up cafe i have loaded fries, bacon rolls, Sausage rolls aswell as Cakes, brownies, cookies, blondies and millionaires among other items! Hot and cold drinks available, plus ice cream & lollys.
