🌞 Free Summer of Play: Dunstable Downs Sports Village


Time: 10:30 - 17:00

⚽️ This year, see our Estate transform into a Sports Village with free, outdoor activities like football, cricket, hockey, tennis, table tennis, athletics, frisbee golf, mini croquet and Wednesday soft archery for you to get stuck into.

🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️
Monday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
▪️10:30am - 17:00pm

✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED JUST TURN UP
Activities are self-led, just pick up the equipment from the Sports Village. Accessible drop off points and sensory sports equipment is also available. Please get in touch if you wish to find out more.

🗓 DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:

🏹 Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
▪️
10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm

🌳 Let’s Get Going nature-based games:
▪️
01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm

✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested £2 donation.

🅿️ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.

📍MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 500920
📧 Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk

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🇬🇧 Veterans Breakfast - The North End Club in Bedford


Time: 10:30 - 12:00

🍳 Come and join other veterans and their adult family members and catch up over breakfast.

🗓 WHEN?
First Saturday of the month between 10:30am - 12:00pm.

💷 COST
£5.00 for a full English. Free Tea and Coffee.
No need to book, just come along.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: gill@vcn.org.uk
☎️ Phone: 07902632949

💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

💦 Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.

📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm

💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.

Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.

❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *

🍕
THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.

🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.

🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2025


- 12:00

🚘 Milton Keynes car boot sale located at the under cover car park, Morrisons in Milton Keynes. Held on the the first and third Saturday of the month.

⭐️ BUYERS: Free
From: 8am -12pm

⭐️ SELLERS: £5
Just turn up and arrive for 7am

CONTACT DETAILS
📧 If would like more information please get in touch with me at:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk

💖 CHARITY
100% of all pitch fees go to our charity partner Marie Curie UK and my aim is to raise 20k for them this year for 2025🙏

🍰 Saturday Coffee and Cake at All Saints' Church, Houghton Regis


Time: 10:00 - 14:00

☕️ Visit the Parish Church for Saturday coffee morning, serving homemade cakes and scones, and freshly brewed fairtrade tea and coffee… the perfect time to visit All Saints’ enjoying a cuppa and a chat.

🍰 £1 per item. Takeaway option available. 
Coffee and Tea supplied by Kingdom Coffee. 

🎣 Men to Talk - Fishing for well-being at Manor Farm Lake in Lower Caldecotte


Time: 13:00 - 15:00 Price: £5.00

🗣 A Safe Space for Men to Talk
For Men To Talk’ is a support group for men dealing with anxiety, depression, and grief. The fishing meetings give men a chance to talk openly with others who understand. Whether they share their struggles or simply enjoy the quiet company of others, they are never alone.

Casting lines and building connections: ‘For Men To Talk and Fish’ in 2025 In 2025, ‘For Men To Talk’ will continue their popular ‘For Men To Talk and Fish’ meetings at Manor Farm Lakes in Lower Caldecote. These sessions are more than just fishing—they’re a lifeline...

🎣 The Mental Health Benefits of Fishing
Fishing is more than just a hobby. It helps men step away from their busy lives and relax. The slow, steady process of fishing—casting a line, waiting, and focusing on the water—can be very calming. It helps lower stress and gives men time to clear their minds.
Spending time outdoors is also important for mental health. Being in nature can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and boost overall well-being. Fishing provides a chance to breathe fresh air, enjoy quiet moments, and feel a sense of achievement.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?
A fully qualified facilitator and level 2 angling coach with over 30 years of angling experience. They will also provide fishing tackle, bait, etc. Please note that a rod licence to fish will be provided.

🎟 TICKET PRICE - £5
‘For Men To Talk’ ask for a non-refundable contribution amount of £5 per meeting.
Required attendees: 8 men. Tickets can be booked via the event link.

CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07709446480
📧 Email: luke@formentotalk.co.uk

🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday, 12 April 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 26 April 2025 (1:00pm - 3.00pm)
▪️Saturday, 17 May 2025 (3:30pm - 5:30pm)
▪️Saturday, 7 June 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 28 June 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 2 August 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 30 August 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 20 September 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 1 November 2025 (1:00pm -  3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 1 November 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)

⛱️ The Beach at Frosts, Woburn Sands 2025


⛱️ Get ready for sun, sand and lots of smiles... as your little ones enjoy The Beach at Frosts in Woburn Sands this Summer 2025!

🪣 EVENT DETAILS
Join our resident lifeguards for two hours' worth of fun and games on our fully covered beach, with a play area suitable for toddlers.
With plenty of seating for the grown-ups to relax, enjoy food and drink whilst the little ones play. This is the perfect summer treat for everyone!

Sessions times:
▪️9.30am - 11.30am, 12pm to 2pm & 2.30pm - 4.30pm
▪️*Sunday sessions 11am to 1pm & 2pm to 4pm

🎟 TICKETS COST:
You can book tickets on Frosts website via the event link.

▪️Child includes 1 adult: £5.99
▪️Under 12 months attending with an older child: Free
▪️Additional adult: £1

🚦Reggae Land Festival 2025 - Milton Keynes


Price: £39.50

🚦Reggae Land returns to The Milton Keynes National Bowl on Saturday 2nd August & Sunday 3rd August, 2025 for what is set to be the biggest Reggae Land yet!

ÐATES: Saturday 2nd & Sunday 3rd August 2025

🎶 PERFORMING ARTISTS
Gyptian / Chronixx / Capleton

🎟TICKETS ARE ALREADY BEING BOOKED!
You can book tickets via the event link.


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🎊 Taste of the Caribbean in Stevenage 2025


Time: 10:00 - 20:00

🎊 EUROPE'S LARGEST FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL DEDICATED TO CARIBBEAN FOOD
Join us at the Taste of the Caribbean Food & Drink Festival in Stevenage at Fairfield Valley Park, where cultures collide in a celebration of incredible flavours and vibrant traditions! Growing year after year, 2025 is set to be our best yet. Save money with an adult ticket costing £11.00 instead of £15.00 by booking though Groupon.

🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Experience a lively mix in Stevenage of Caribbean street food traders serving hot dishes, desserts (from all over the world), and unique take-home goods, plus cultural crafts and non-food treasures. Entertainment includes live music, thrilling cooking demos, exciting eating contests, and funfair rides with activities for all ages.

Get ready for an unforgettable festival that brings together people from all backgrounds to savor the magic of Caribbean culture!

🎶 EXAMPLES OF BANDS
✨️ Bob Marley Tribute Band
✨️ UB40 Tribute Band
✨️ Steel Pans
✨️ Anthems

🧒 FOR KIDS
⭐️ Funfair Rides
⭐️ Bouncy Castles
⭐️ Story Telling
⭐️ Circus skills
⭐️ Arts & Crafts

🐶 DOGS
You are welcome to bring a loveable companion to Stevenage on a short leash.

🚫 CAN I BRING MY OWN FOOD & DRINKS?
We have a huge selection of amazing traders selling delicious cuisines from around the Caribbean so bringing food & drink on to the site is prohibited.

🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️
Adult: £15.00
▪️Adult, buy 3 get 1 free: £45.00
▪️Adult, buy 5 get 2 free: £75.00
▪️Adult, buy 7 get 3 free: £105.00
▪️Groupon adult: £11.00 - Click here

🎫 FREE CHILD ENTRY - UNDER 14

Entry is free for children under 14 with a paying adult, no ticket required, this is for standard event entry only. This does not include entry to the VIP area or any VIP access. Due to limited capacity, a VIP ticket will be required for children over the age of 5.

🎫 VIP TICKETS - £35.00
Fast track entry, VIP area access, private bar, private toilets, private food stand, prime stage view and one free rum punch or soft drink.
Children under 5 are permitted access with a VIP ticket holding parent, children over 5 need a VIP ticket to access the VIP area.

🤸‍♂️ Adult Farm Night with Silent Disco 2025 - Mead Open Farm


Time: 18:30 - 22:30

🎧 NEW FOR 2025 at Mead Open Farm in Leighton Buzzard - From 19th July 2025, enjoy the Silent Disco as part of your ticket! Don a headset and party the night away as the DJs battle it out.

🤸‍♂️ PLAY....
Let loose in our indoor play, take on your mates at mini golf and bounce around on our giant jumping pillows.

🏎 ADVENTURES
Reach new heights with our thrilling Topsy Turvy climbing adventure or race in our go-karts. Zoom down Shaggy's Raceway & indoor play!

🐐 ANIMALS
Hand feed our adorable animals.

🔥 FOOD & MUSIC
Enjoy food from our award-winning restaurant, dance the night away to the sounds of summer, toast some marshmallows at the firepit and, of course, enjoy some drinks!*.

😋 A FOOD CHOICE INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET
▪️Bacon Cheeseburger (GFA)
▪️Moving Mountains Plant-Based Burger (V / VE)
▪️Halloumi Burger (V)
▪️Chicken Katsu Loaded Fries
▪️Frankfurter Hot Dog

Please note:
Menu is subject to change. If you have an allergens or dietary questions, please email events@meadopenfarm.co.uk

🗓 ADULT FARM NIGHTS WITH SILENT DISCO DATES FOR 2025
▪️
Saturday 19th July
▪️Saturday 26th July
▪️Saturday 2nd August
▪️Saturday 9th August
▪️Saturday 16th August

🎟 TICKETS COST:
All included in your Adult Farm Nights ticket from just £28.95. For a group of 10 or more or members the ticket cost is from £25.95.

🚘🌸Car Boot Sale at Milton Ernest Garden Centre


Time: 09:00 - 12:00

🚘 Car Boot Sale at Milton Ernest Garden Centre on selected Saturday Mornings.

😀 BUYERS ENTRY: Free
(No buyers before 9am please)

ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
sellers can set up from 8am and and it's £6 for a car or £10 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.
NOTE to Sellers: Please arrive no earlier than 8am as the centre gates will not be open until then.

✅️ HOW TO BOOK A PITCH....
Spaces for a pitch are limited, to enquire about a space please contact:
☎️ Phone: 01234 823033
📧 Email: https://miltonernestgardencentre-onlinestore.co.uk/


🌸 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.

🗓 2025 CAR BOOT SALE DATES:
▪️
Saturday 5th April
▪️Saturday 3rd May
▪️Saturday 7th June
▪️Saturday 5th July
▪️Saturday 2nd August
▪️Saturday 30th August
▪️Saturday 4th October 
▪️Saturday 1st November 

⛳️⚽️ Disc & Football Golf at Box End Water Park in Kempston


Price: £6.00

⚽️ Looking for a fun outdoors activity? Discover Box End Park's newest attraction - Disc & Football Golf! It's the perfect way to spend quality time with your friends & family and enjoy the great outdoors - or simply come down to practice your skills & beat your course best! Open from March to December - it's fantastic FUN for all ages!

Enjoy our beautiful lakeside setting as you work your way around our Disc & Football Golf course! You will need to throw your disc into the basket or football into the hole - the exact same as you would do on a golf course! Your round should take around 1 hour to complete. The one who takes the least goes is the winner!

👀 Watch how to play on this YouTube link.

⛳️ BEGINNER OR PRO?
Choose between our 9 Hole Beginner course or take on our 9 Hole Pro route! Feeling up to the challenge - why not combine both?

⚽️ DISC & FOOTBALLS
Got your own disc or football? Bring them along with you or you can choose to rent one of ours for £2.50pp.

⏳️HOW MANY TIME SLOTS DO I NEED?
Each time-slot takes up to 4ppl max. teeing off every 10 minutes - so if you have a group of 8ppl you'll need to book 2 consecutive slots!

🕙 ARRIVE 15 MINUTES PRIOR
Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before your booked session start time & collect your wristband from our Activities Reception before heading over to our Disc Golf course.

🎟 BOOKING A TIME SLOT - £6pp
You can book a time slot via the event link.
Opening hours and times may vary throughout the year so please make sure to check our daily opening times before booking.

🗺 DOWNLOAD THE APP FOR THE MAP
We'd recommend downloading the UDISC app to your phone - search for Box End Park and you'll have our course map and scorecards ready for your game!

🐽 FREE ENTRY TO KNOTTS OF TEMPSFORD FARM


Time: 09:00 - 17:00

🐰 HERE IS A FREE ENTRY FARM TO VISIT IN TEMPSFORD BEDFORDSHIRE!

💥 WHATSUP BEDFORDSHIRE RECOMENDATION....


🗓 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
▪️Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 9am - 5pm
▪️Sunday: 10am - 4pm

ℹ️ ABOUT KNOTTS OF TEMPSFORD
Knotts is a family-run, working farm located in the beautiful village of Tempsford, Bedfordshire.

🙋‍♀️ FREE STUFF
Keep the kids occupied with a FREE play area and pedal karts. You get to see some animals too!

🎫 CHARGABLE EXPERIENCES ON THE Knotts Of Tempsford WEBSITE that you will need to book in advance (limited).
⭐️ Llama Walking (ages 10+): £20
⭐️ Greet the Goats: £7
⭐️ Pig Pop In: £12.50
⭐️ Pat a pet: £8.75
⭐️ Pamper the ponies: £15
⭐️ Tractor Ride: £5

🍔 FOOD & DRINK
Stock up on the finest local produce in our Farm Shop and grab a bite to eat at The Farmers Grill while you're there!

The Farmers Grill is open: 10am - 3pm
Serving delicious hot and cold food using produce from our farm. Whether you fancy burgers and baps, or coffee and cakes, our Grill has something for all appetites. There's a Kids Menu for the little ones too! Our newly upgraded seating area is the perfect pit-stop.

CLICK THE EVENT LINK TO VIEW & BOOK ALL CHARGABLE  EXPERIENCES. 
(Prices and availability can change at anytime).

🎡 Gumbles Funfair July/August 2025 - Flitwick


Time: 12:00 - 18:15

🎠 Gumbles Funfair is back with unlimited rides for kids at The Rufus Centre in Flitwick this summer half term 2025.

🗓 JULY/AUGUST 2025 DATES
▪️Thursday 31st July
▪️Friday 1st August
▪️Saturday 2nd August
▪️Sunday 3rd August

🕒 CHOOSE A SESSION TIME:
⭐12.00pm - 3.00pm
⭐ 3.15pm - 6.15pm

🎟 TICKETS PRICE - PAY ON THE DAY:
▪️Child (unlimited rides per session): £11
▪️Adult (spectator): £1

ℹ️ AGE INFORMATION
We usually recommend the age ranges of 1-13, but an adult or sibling, cousin etc may assist young children if they would like to ride but are too small to ride alone. We do have a few dedicated toddler size attractions and are hopefully looking to bring in some more smaller attractions and inflatables specifically for tots.
With good reason, you may assist your child! If they are too young to go alone, scared etc you may assist them.

🧒 ALL CHILDREN NEED WRISTBANDS
ALL children attending will need to buy a wristband upon entry, no exceptions. Plan ahead! If you think our attractions are unsuitable for your child, please plan to leave them with a parent, grandparent, friend etc.

ℹ️ INFO FOR THIS EVENT - PAY ON THE DAY
Entry for this event is via wristbands only for children, these must be purchased on the day as you are entering Gumbles Childrens Fun Fair.
Some attractions may have height restrictions.

🍔 FOOD & DRINK
There will be an onsite food court.
You can't bring your own food and drink and may not be consumed on our premises, we encourage you to use our food and drink vending units! Without your support we can't continue to run our events!

🌧 WHAT IF THE WEATHER ISN'T GREAT?
Weather permitting. Possible closure at any time. Please keep an eye on our Facebook updates.

🥰 Make sure you come out and support our events, we can’t continue to run these without YOUR support.

☎️ Phone: +44 07976813639