🌞 Free Summer of Play: Dunstable Downs Sports Village

Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🗓 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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💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025

Time: 10:00 - 18:00
📆 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.






🎈Northampton Balloon Festival 2025

Time: 12:00 - 22:30 Price: £3.25
2025 DATES
▪️Friday 15th August
▪️Saturday 16th August
▪️Sunday 17th August
(Last entry 9.30pm)
WHAT TO EXPECT
Watch the skies transform with colourful hot air balloons, showcasing the grace of skilled balloonists.
🎶 Enjoy live arena entertainment
🎡 A vibrant funfair for all ages
🤹♂️ A thrilling circus workshop
🦅 Experience the majesty of birds of prey
🛍 Explore trade stalls
🌅 Indulge in a hot air balloon glow at sunset, 🎆 followed by dazzling fireworks.
😋 Delight your taste buds with a diverse range of festival food and drinks
🕕 What times will the balloons fly?
Typically the balloons fly at sunrise and sunset. There are planned balloon launches between 6pm & 7.30pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There is also a planned Saturday and Sunday morning ascent between 6am and 7:30am.
🪂 Can I fly in a balloon?
Vista Balloon Flights are the only passenger-operated flights from the event at £225.00 per person and can be booked via this link.
https://www.vistaballoonflights.co.uk/book-your-flight/
(A balloon flight isn’t included in the cost of the ticket).
🚫🍷 Can I bring my own food and drink?
Yes, picnics are permitted, but strictly no glass or alcohol is to be bought into the event. Bag searches will be in operation.
🐶 Are dogs allowed?
We are a dog-friendly event but request all dogs remain on leads. Please be aware, if the weather is extremely hot, we will not allow dogs for their own safety, please consider the weather before bringing your dogs!
🌧 What if the weather is bad?
All balloon events are weather permitting, we can’t predict the Great British weather, unfortunately, all balloon announcements will happen on the page after the pilot’s briefing. Please be aware that balloons cannot fly in the wind or rain. The event will go ahead and the act timings are subject to change.
♿️🚻 Are there disabled toilets?
Yes, there are plenty of disabled toilets available
♿️🅿️ Is there disabled parking?
Yes, please inform and attendant when you arrive. However, please be aware we cannot guarantee disabled parking.
🅿️ PARKING - £5 FOR THE DAY
Parking is available, it is £5 for the day.
To get to the event does require a short walk and the event is on grass, which means the ground quality is subject to the weather conditions.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
Early bird fast track tickets can be purchased via the event link.
▪️£3.25pp
▪️Children under 1 meter tall go free.
On the gate prices
▪️Adult: £4
▪️Children: £3
▪️Children under 1 meter tall go free.











🏕 Big Camp Out at Dunstable Downs August 2025!

Time: 12:00
- ✨️ Camp fire with marshmallows and stories
- ✨️ Lantern lit sunset walk
- ✨️ Crafts and nature art
- ✨️ Soft archery
- ✨️ Kids' nature and ‘day in the life of a ranger’ ✨️ walks
- ✨️ Nature bingo
- ✨️ Hide and seek animal trail
🔥 FOOD & DRINK
There will also be plenty of downtime for you and the kids to make your own fun, and our food outlet will be open to purchase food and beverages. For those who wish to bring their own, a BBQ area will be available for you to cook dinner.
🐶 DOGS
Only one dog per pitch permitted, to be kept under close control at all times.
🚫 NO SHOWERS
We don’t have any showers, so please bring wipes or flannels. A suggested kit list and welcome pack will be sent out the week before.
🚻 TOILETS
🗓 DATE & TIMES
▪️Friday 15 August 2025 – Sunday 17 August 2025.
▪️Entry 12pm-3pm on Friday.
▪️Exit by 2pm on Sunday.
🔐 GATES CLOSE AT 6PM
At 6pm gates into Dunstable Downs will be locked, so no cars will be able to enter or leave after this point.
🎟 COST
▪️Per Pitch (2 adults and 3 children) - Big Camp May - Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate:
£110.00
▪️Additional Person (aged 5+) - Big Camp May - Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate: £5.00


🎧 Live DJ - The Chequers, Houghton Regis

Time: 20:00 - 00:00
Keep updated on the Facebook page via the event link.
▪️AGE: Over 18's Only!
😋 HUNGRY?
The Hungry Horse always has some great food and drinks offers, food is served untill 9pm. Click here to view the website.
CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 01582 865970


⛱️ The Beach at Frosts, Woburn Sands 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




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🎶 Food Truck Fridays at The Mill Coffee Shop, Bromham

Time: 16:00 - 21:00
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
Every Friday from:
▪️9th May-29th Aug 2025
▪️4:00-9:00pm
😋 ABOUT
Food Truck Friday is Back! Join us this Summer at the Mill for great street food and live music, May - August 2025 every Friday evening.
👍 FREE ENTRY
It is a free event from 4pm but if you would like to save yourself a seat, book a table!
💷 COST IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BOOK A TABLE - BOOKING CAN BE MADE VIA THE EVENT LINK
▪️Front bench seating 4-6 people - In front of live music £15 per bench
▪️Rear bench seating 6-8 people - Out of view of live music £10 per bench
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDENT
The event is open air so weather dependant, if the weather forecast is unsuitable for the event, the event managers will cancel the event the Wednesday before the event and refunds will be issued for any table bookings for that week.
🅿️ PARKING
We offer free parking but this can be limited. We would advise if you are local to walk down and enjoy a few more drinks.
ℹ️ MORE INFORMATION
Please be aware our guest food trucks are street food trucks not fast food outlets. Wait times and supply can vary due to high demand. We have increased our offering from 2024 and have tried our best to meet expectations.
CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07745 522 610
📧 Email: themillenquiries@gmail.com
(You can also contact through on the website via the event link)







🤸♂️ Bounce Camp in Bletchley - August 2025

Price: £13.00
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Saturday 15th August
▪️Sunday 16th August
▪️Sunday 17th Aungust
🕘 SESSION TIMES
▪️SEND: 9.00am - 10.30am
▪️General: 11.00am - 12.30pm
▪️General: 1.00pm - 2.30pm
▪️General: 3.00pm - 4.30pm
▪️General: 5.00pm - 6.30pm
▪️Adults only: 7.00pm - 8.30pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️ Giant inflatables for all ages, including bouncy castles and mega slides.
⭐️ Challenging obstacle courses perfect for kids and adults alike.
⭐️ A fun-packed day ideal for family outings, holiday activities, and birthday parties.
⭐️ Vibrant bounce zones offering safe, energetic entertainment.
The perfect setting for kids fun days and unforgettable community events.
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
Enjoy a variety of delicious options, including burgers, candy floss, and popcorn, to keep you fuelled for the fun.
WHY CHOOSE BOUNCE CAMP?
🤩 Massive 640ft Obstacle Course: The ultimate inflatable experience, designed for pure joy and excitement.
🤩 Perfect for Any Occasion: Great for parties, school events, or corporate team-building activities.
🤩 Family-Friendly Fun: Safe, engaging, and suitable for all ages.
🤩 Delicious Refreshments: Enjoy burgers, drinks, and more while soaking in the lively atmosphere.
🅿️ PARKING
Some sites may charge £1 for parking, so don’t forget to bring a small amount of cash.
☎️ Phone: 01525 455765
📧 Email: info@bouncecamp.co.uk


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😋 Field Good Friday 2025 - Clifton

Time: 16:00 - 20:00
WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ FREE ENTRY!
✨️ Live Entertainment!
✨️ Activity for Children!
✨️ Food Trucks!
✨️ Bar and Hot Drinks!
✨️ Sweet Treats!
🪑WHAT TO BRING
Bring a chair, table, picnic blanket and joins us for a fabulous family friendly evening!
🛝 WHAT ELSE FOR KIDS
There is a play park for the children to enjoy.
🗓 DATES FOR 2025
▪️Friday 20th June
▪️Friday 18th July
▪️Friday 15th August

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

Price: £6.00
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
💥 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
⭐️ 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).







