🌞 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
🗓 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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🎈Northampton Balloon Festival 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 12:00 - 22:30 Price: £3.25
🎈 Returning to the Racecourse in 2025, the much-loved nostalgic Northampton Town Balloon Festival will once again be filling the skies with balloons!
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: £5
▪️Children under 1 meter tall go free.
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: £5
▪️Children under 1 meter tall go free.
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🚂 Caldecotte Miniature Railway 2025 - Only £1pp!
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 12:00 - 17:00 Price: £1.00
🚂 Caldecotte Miniature Railway will be running this Summer 2025 every Sunday and Bank Holiday. (Subject to weather and volunteers available).
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED
There is no need go book, just arrive and buy your ticket from the ticket office.
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED
There is no need go book, just arrive and buy your ticket from the ticket office.
🕛 TIME: 12pm - 5pm (Sunday's)
🎫 COST - PAY ON ENTRY:
▪️Entry - £1.00
▪️Under 2 - Free
We charge £1 a ride, which is twice round the track, children under two ride for free!
✅️ KEEP UDATED...
Incase of any cancellations or changes, you can keep updated on the Facebook page.
💡AN IDEA FOR THE REST OF THE DAY
Opposite the Miniature Railway there is a play area and a lake to walk around. A great fun cheap day out for all the family!
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💦 Kids swim for £1 at The Oasis in Bedford this half term 2025!
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 09:00 - 10:00
💦 Kids get to swim at Bedford Oasis for £1 this school holiday 2025, for our Swim for All sessions.
🗓 WHEN?
Sessions will start from July Half Term 2025 and will be held every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday at 9am.
🏊♂️ SESSION NAME: Swim for all
🕘 WHAT TIME?
9:00am - 10:00am
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Swim for All sessions include a variety of fun features:
💧Small Pool
💧Jets
💧Fountain
💧Small Slide
💧Floats
💧Lazy River
💧Main Pool
🔐 LOCKERS:
Lockers are refundable £1, some are 50p.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible wheel chair available for disabled users to enter the pool.
🗓 WHEN?
Sessions will start from July Half Term 2025 and will be held every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday at 9am.
🏊♂️ SESSION NAME: Swim for all
🕘 WHAT TIME?
9:00am - 10:00am
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Swim for All sessions include a variety of fun features:
💧Small Pool
💧Jets
💧Fountain
💧Small Slide
💧Floats
💧Lazy River
💧Main Pool
🔐 LOCKERS:
Lockers are refundable £1, some are 50p.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible wheel chair available for disabled users to enter the pool.
PRICE
⭐️Adult: £6.75
⭐️Child: £1.00
⭐️1 Adult and 1 Under 3: £6.75
⭐️1 Adult and 2 Under 3: £6.75
▪️PLEASE NOTE:
One competent adult swimmer may supervise up to 2 under 8’s or non swimmers under 16 at a time.
🎟 HOW DO I BOOK?
Via the event link. This will direct to the booking page on the website.
☎️ CALL FOR ENQUIRES: 01234 272100
🤸♂️ Bounce Camp in Bletchley - August 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 09:00 - 20:30 Price: £13.00
🤸♂️ Bounce Camp's session at The Irish Centre in Bletchley. Tickets from £10.00.
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Saturday 15th August
▪️Sunday 16th August
▪️Sunday 17th August
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.
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Saturday 15th August
▪️Sunday 16th August
▪️Sunday 17th August
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
💦 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.
📆 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.
🚗 Flitwick Car Show 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
🚗 Cars, Vans, Bikes, Trikes,Buses,Lorries
🎡 Something for all the family
🎉 Slotcar Championship
🍔 Food Village
🏆 Trophies to be won
🎟️ Free to visit and Show
😋 FOOD....
🔸️Mama Mexican
🔸️Dough with the flo
🔸️Hyderbadi Dhaba
🔸️La Loca Patata
🔸️Let’s Eat Noodles
🔸️Mad Macs
🔸️Relish the Thought
🔸️Bangers and Smash (school field)
🔸️Barking Barista
🗓 SCHEDULE
▪️10.30am - Jazz the 2 of us (Area C)
▪️Bumblebee (Area A)
▪️11am - Hemlock Morris dancers
▪️Scooby doo and the Mystery Machine (Swan)
▪️12-2pm - Meet the Stig (Area A)
▪️2-3pm - Meet Bluey (Area A)
▪️2.45pm - Trophy presentation
🥇VOTING
Voting at Swan and Mobile Collectors
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
No Visitor parking on site and nearby roads please use provided park and ride from Rufus centre and leisure centre. Very limited Blue Badge at village hall. Do not park on Dunstable rd or Temple way as this creates a danger to people visiting the show.
🚌 PARK & RIDE
You can park at the Rufus Centre or Flitwick Leisure Centre and there will be a free shuttle bus service every 10 minutes taking you to the the main event (or you can take a 10 minute walk).
🚍 BUSES TO & FROM THE EVENT
Buses will be travelling to and from the event from Ampthill & Toddington. You can see the timetable in the poster below.
To book your vehicle to show
✉️ message, txt, or WhatsApp
☎️ 07368117032
📘 FOLLOW THE FACEBOOK PAGE
To keep updated follow the Flitwick Car Show Facebook page.
🚗 Cars, Vans, Bikes, Trikes,Buses,Lorries
🎡 Something for all the family
🎉 Slotcar Championship
🍔 Food Village
🏆 Trophies to be won
🎟️ Free to visit and Show
😋 FOOD....
🔸️Mama Mexican
🔸️Dough with the flo
🔸️Hyderbadi Dhaba
🔸️La Loca Patata
🔸️Let’s Eat Noodles
🔸️Mad Macs
🔸️Relish the Thought
🔸️Bangers and Smash (school field)
🔸️Barking Barista
🗓 SCHEDULE
▪️10.30am - Jazz the 2 of us (Area C)
▪️Bumblebee (Area A)
▪️11am - Hemlock Morris dancers
▪️Scooby doo and the Mystery Machine (Swan)
▪️12-2pm - Meet the Stig (Area A)
▪️2-3pm - Meet Bluey (Area A)
▪️2.45pm - Trophy presentation
🥇VOTING
Voting at Swan and Mobile Collectors
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
No Visitor parking on site and nearby roads please use provided park and ride from Rufus centre and leisure centre. Very limited Blue Badge at village hall. Do not park on Dunstable rd or Temple way as this creates a danger to people visiting the show.
🚌 PARK & RIDE
You can park at the Rufus Centre or Flitwick Leisure Centre and there will be a free shuttle bus service every 10 minutes taking you to the the main event (or you can take a 10 minute walk).
🚍 BUSES TO & FROM THE EVENT
Buses will be travelling to and from the event from Ampthill & Toddington. You can see the timetable in the poster below.
To book your vehicle to show
✉️ message, txt, or WhatsApp
☎️ 07368117032
📘 FOLLOW THE FACEBOOK PAGE
To keep updated follow the Flitwick Car Show Facebook page.
🎶 SUNDAY SOCIAL STREET FOOD - Milton Keynes
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🎉 Welcome to the newest family friendly Street Food event in MK - Sunday Social at The Pav !
😋 EVENT DETAILS
For our 1st event on EASTER SUNDAY APRIL 20th 2025. We have 5 locally based traders with a selection of cuisines including Greek Gyros, Mexican Tacos & Italian Pizza & Steak & Chips plus delicious handmade artisan doughnuts for dessert.
✅️ Indoor & outdoor seating,
✅️ A well stocked bar at reasonable prices,
✅️ Live music (can change)
🏰 FOR THE KIDS....
Plus bouncy castles for the kids (weather permitting).
😎 Bring the family, bring the dog, bring your picnic blanket & bring your appetites!
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Sunday 20th April
▪️Sunday 19th May 18th
▪️Sunday 15th June
▪️Sunday 20th July
▪️Sunday 17th August
▪️Sunday 21st September
😋 EVENT DETAILS
For our 1st event on EASTER SUNDAY APRIL 20th 2025. We have 5 locally based traders with a selection of cuisines including Greek Gyros, Mexican Tacos & Italian Pizza & Steak & Chips plus delicious handmade artisan doughnuts for dessert.
✅️ Indoor & outdoor seating,
✅️ A well stocked bar at reasonable prices,
✅️ Live music (can change)
🏰 FOR THE KIDS....
Plus bouncy castles for the kids (weather permitting).
😎 Bring the family, bring the dog, bring your picnic blanket & bring your appetites!
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Sunday 20th April
▪️Sunday 19th May 18th
▪️Sunday 15th June
▪️Sunday 20th July
▪️Sunday 17th August
▪️Sunday 21st September
🎶 Music on Dunstable Bandstand
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 12:00 - 13:45
🎶 Join us while we play a variety of music on Dunstable bandstand. Bring along your chair and a picnic.
🌳 Stotfold Watermill & Nature Reserve 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 12:30 - 17:00
⚙️ The Mill, Shop and Tea Room are open to the public only on the dates below. Flour and oats are milled on open days, water levels permitting. Tea Room last orders 4.30pm.
ℹ️ THE MILL
There are three floors to view. We recommend the minimum time would be 15 minutes for each floor. There is a lift in the mill which allows full access to all three floors, there is also a toilet, for disabled visitors.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 10th-11th May and 4th-5th October 2025. A circular walk takes around 45 minutes.
🐶 ABOUT DOGS
With the exception of guide dogs, we do not allow dogs in the mill. We welcome well behaved dogs in the Nature Reserve and ask that they be kept on leads at all times – many animals and birds breed or feed on the reserve, at or near ground level at all seasons of the year.
🕧 OPENING TIMES
🔸️Mill, Shop and Tea Room: 12:30pm - 5:00pm
🔸️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
🗓 2025 OPENING DATES
▪️June: 8th, 22nd, 29th
▪️July: 6th, 13th,
(Art Group Summer Exhibition 19th, 20th), 27th
▪️August: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 31st
▪️September: 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
▪️October: 19th
🅿️ CAR PARK OPENING TIMES:
10.00am to 7.00pm
(or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Telephone: 01462 734541
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
ℹ️ THE MILL
There are three floors to view. We recommend the minimum time would be 15 minutes for each floor. There is a lift in the mill which allows full access to all three floors, there is also a toilet, for disabled visitors.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 10th-11th May and 4th-5th October 2025. A circular walk takes around 45 minutes.
🐶 ABOUT DOGS
With the exception of guide dogs, we do not allow dogs in the mill. We welcome well behaved dogs in the Nature Reserve and ask that they be kept on leads at all times – many animals and birds breed or feed on the reserve, at or near ground level at all seasons of the year.
🕧 OPENING TIMES
🔸️Mill, Shop and Tea Room: 12:30pm - 5:00pm
🔸️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
🗓 2025 OPENING DATES
▪️June: 8th, 22nd, 29th
▪️July: 6th, 13th,
(Art Group Summer Exhibition 19th, 20th), 27th
▪️August: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 31st
▪️September: 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
▪️October: 19th
🅿️ CAR PARK OPENING TIMES:
10.00am to 7.00pm
(or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Telephone: 01462 734541
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
Whats
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Adults
Advance Booking
Animals
Annual
Attractions
Baby/Toddlers
Date Idea
Entertainment
Food/Drink
Fun
Fun Fair
Half Term
Kids
Music
Nightlife
Outdoor
Pay On Entry
Tickets
Teens
Low Cost
Accessible
Blue Badge Parking
Children
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Family
Free Parking
Parking Onsite
Toilets
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🎈Northampton Balloon Festival 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 12:00 - 22:30 Price: £3.25
🎈 Returning to the Racecourse in 2025, the much-loved nostalgic Northampton Town Balloon Festival will once again be filling the skies with balloons!
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: £5
▪️Children under 1 meter tall go free.
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: £5
▪️Children under 1 meter tall go free.
Whats
Hot
🚂 Caldecotte Miniature Railway 2025 - Only £1pp!
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 12:00 - 17:00 Price: £1.00
🚂 Caldecotte Miniature Railway will be running this Summer 2025 every Sunday and Bank Holiday. (Subject to weather and volunteers available).
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED
There is no need go book, just arrive and buy your ticket from the ticket office.
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED
There is no need go book, just arrive and buy your ticket from the ticket office.
🕛 TIME: 12pm - 5pm (Sunday's)
🎫 COST - PAY ON ENTRY:
▪️Entry - £1.00
▪️Under 2 - Free
We charge £1 a ride, which is twice round the track, children under two ride for free!
✅️ KEEP UDATED...
Incase of any cancellations or changes, you can keep updated on the Facebook page.
💡AN IDEA FOR THE REST OF THE DAY
Opposite the Miniature Railway there is a play area and a lake to walk around. A great fun cheap day out for all the family!
Whats
Hot
💦 Kids swim for £1 at The Oasis in Bedford this half term 2025!
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 09:00 - 10:00
💦 Kids get to swim at Bedford Oasis for £1 this school holiday 2025, for our Swim for All sessions.
🗓 WHEN?
Sessions will start from July Half Term 2025 and will be held every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday at 9am.
🏊♂️ SESSION NAME: Swim for all
🕘 WHAT TIME?
9:00am - 10:00am
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Swim for All sessions include a variety of fun features:
💧Small Pool
💧Jets
💧Fountain
💧Small Slide
💧Floats
💧Lazy River
💧Main Pool
🔐 LOCKERS:
Lockers are refundable £1, some are 50p.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible wheel chair available for disabled users to enter the pool.
🗓 WHEN?
Sessions will start from July Half Term 2025 and will be held every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday at 9am.
🏊♂️ SESSION NAME: Swim for all
🕘 WHAT TIME?
9:00am - 10:00am
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Swim for All sessions include a variety of fun features:
💧Small Pool
💧Jets
💧Fountain
💧Small Slide
💧Floats
💧Lazy River
💧Main Pool
🔐 LOCKERS:
Lockers are refundable £1, some are 50p.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible wheel chair available for disabled users to enter the pool.
PRICE
⭐️Adult: £6.75
⭐️Child: £1.00
⭐️1 Adult and 1 Under 3: £6.75
⭐️1 Adult and 2 Under 3: £6.75
▪️PLEASE NOTE:
One competent adult swimmer may supervise up to 2 under 8’s or non swimmers under 16 at a time.
🎟 HOW DO I BOOK?
Via the event link. This will direct to the booking page on the website.
☎️ CALL FOR ENQUIRES: 01234 272100
⛳️⚽️ Disc & Football Golf at Box End Water Park in Kempston
Sunday 17 August 2025
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!
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
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🐰 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
💥 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).
⭐️ 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).
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⛱️ The Beach at Frosts, Woburn Sands 2025
Sunday 17 August 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
🪣 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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🏖 Summer Beach Party 2025 - The Old Watermill, Barton-le-Clay
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🏖 Ready to feel the sand on your toes?
Our summer pop up beach is coming back this half term 2025 at The Olde Watermill, Barton-le-Clay.
🧒 AGES: 2 - 8
🗓 DATES 2025
▪️26th July - 31st August
▪️Thursday - Sunday's
🕐 SESSION TIMES
▪️10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:30pm
▪️Each session is 2 hours
🏰 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come and build sandcastles on the beach, enjoy time on the pedal boats then bounce away on the 4 bouncy castles including the popular assault course. Come and enjoy some fun in the sun!
🚣♀️ THE WATER BOATS
The boats are in a large inflatable pool and the children all wear a life jacket.
🎟 TICKETS COST: £8 PER CHILD
Plus booking fee. You can book tickets via the event link. 3 adults allowed per booking.
🤩 We can't wait to see you there for some summer fun.
😍 ABOUT THE OLDE WATERMILL SHOPPING VILLAGE
The Olde Watermill Shopping Village is set in and around an historic Watermill.
There has been a Watermill on the site since 1086 as the Watermill is mentioned in the Domesday book and it is one of the oldest overshot Watermills in the country.
Over the last few years, it has been lovingly restored and is now home to over 20 unique and individual shops as well as the Mill House Restaurant, Tea Room & Cafe, an antique centre, Miller’s Shopping Arcade and a soft play area for the children.
☕️ THE COFFEE SHOP MENU & DETAILS
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/the-mill-house-coffee-shop/
Our summer pop up beach is coming back this half term 2025 at The Olde Watermill, Barton-le-Clay.
🧒 AGES: 2 - 8
🗓 DATES 2025
▪️26th July - 31st August
▪️Thursday - Sunday's
🕐 SESSION TIMES
▪️10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:30pm
▪️Each session is 2 hours
🏰 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come and build sandcastles on the beach, enjoy time on the pedal boats then bounce away on the 4 bouncy castles including the popular assault course. Come and enjoy some fun in the sun!
🚣♀️ THE WATER BOATS
The boats are in a large inflatable pool and the children all wear a life jacket.
🎟 TICKETS COST: £8 PER CHILD
Plus booking fee. You can book tickets via the event link. 3 adults allowed per booking.
🤩 We can't wait to see you there for some summer fun.
😍 ABOUT THE OLDE WATERMILL SHOPPING VILLAGE
The Olde Watermill Shopping Village is set in and around an historic Watermill.
There has been a Watermill on the site since 1086 as the Watermill is mentioned in the Domesday book and it is one of the oldest overshot Watermills in the country.
Over the last few years, it has been lovingly restored and is now home to over 20 unique and individual shops as well as the Mill House Restaurant, Tea Room & Cafe, an antique centre, Miller’s Shopping Arcade and a soft play area for the children.
☕️ THE COFFEE SHOP MENU & DETAILS
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/the-mill-house-coffee-shop/
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🦁 Universal Credit Low Cost Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!
Sunday 17 August 2025
🐵 Reduced price Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!
Whipsnade Zoo wants as many people as possible to be able to enjoy a brilliant day out with them, to benefit from the amazing animals which live at Whipsnade Zoo, connect with nature and help us create a world where wildlife thrives.
To help people who might find cost or other challenges a barrier to visiting Whipsnade Zoo, the Universal Credit tickets provide entry at a reduced price.
🙋♀️ WHO CAN GET THE REDUCED TICKETS?
Reduced price tickets to Whipsnade Zoo available for those currently receiving:
▪️Universal Credit,
▪️Working Tax Credit,
▪️Child Tax Credit,
▪️Employment and Support Allowance,
▪️Income Support
▪️Jobseeker’s Allowance.
🌐 ONLINE BOOKING ONLY VIA THE 'EVENT LINK' BUTTON
These tickets are only available to purchase online in advance, for up to six people per household (under 3’s go free and do not need to book – but must be accompanied by an adult with a booked ticket). As only full price tickets are available to buy at the gate.
📝 WHAT WILL I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
You'll need to bring proof of eligibility with you and show this when you present your ticket(s) to the friendly staff at the Zoo entrance. This can either be by logging into your Universal Credit portal or by bringing your proof of benefit letter (one proof per household). To be eligible you must have received a Universal Credit payment within the last month and you may also be asked to show photographic ID.
🎟 HOW MUCH ARE THE REDUCED TICKETS?
▪️ADULT (AGES 16+) - £7.00 / £6.00
▪️CHILD (3-15 YEARS) - £4.00 / £3.00
▪️UNDER 3 - Free
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💡 AN IDEA TO SAVE MONEY ON FOOD...
You can check out the toogoodtogo app to see if they have any surprise bags of food left, generally they are £3 instead of costing £9. Be quick though they can sell out quickly.
https://share.toogoodtogo.com/item/699154/
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🌻 The Fun Fields at The Patch, Milton Keynes - 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🌻 The Patch MK is home to The Last Footprint, The Flower Fields and The Fun Fields this Summer. If you’re looking for things to do over the summer holidays, we have a whole host of activities for children and adults of all ages. Open Friday 25th July – Saturday 30th August 2025
🗓 2025 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
(closed Mondays except Bank Holidays)
▪️Tuesday - Sunday: 10am – 5pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
(closed Mondays except Bank Holidays)
▪️Tuesday - Sunday: 10am – 5pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
🦖 The Lost World Corn Maze
Our Dinosaur Maze is roarsome fun!
Enter through the Lost World Gateway to enjoy a walk on the wild side as you hunt for the dinosaurs in our Jurassic Corn Maze.
PLAY AT THE PATCH
🌼 Roller Bowler
🌼 Wall Ball
🌼 The Slide Hive
🌼 Cornboy Lassoing
🌼 Cornholing (but don’t google this, it is not what you find on the internet!!)
🌼 The Duck Flight
🌼 9-Hole Family Mini Golf
🌼 Climbing Wall
🌼 Mini Beach Area
🌼 Bale Mountain
🌼 Duck Racing
🌼 Bale Cart Slide Trailer
🌼 Barrel Train Rides
Enter through the Lost World Gateway to enjoy a walk on the wild side as you hunt for the dinosaurs in our Jurassic Corn Maze.
PLAY AT THE PATCH
🌼 Roller Bowler
🌼 Wall Ball
🌼 The Slide Hive
🌼 Cornboy Lassoing
🌼 Cornholing (but don’t google this, it is not what you find on the internet!!)
🌼 The Duck Flight
🌼 9-Hole Family Mini Golf
🌼 Climbing Wall
🌼 Mini Beach Area
🌼 Bale Mountain
🌼 Duck Racing
🌼 Bale Cart Slide Trailer
🌼 Barrel Train Rides
👀 The Labyrinth of Illusions
The UK’s largest optical illusion and quite possibly the largest optical illusion in the world!
A living, growing labyrinth, planted to grow into a giant optical illusion for visitors to lose themselves in!
🤏 THE SHRINKING ROOM
Experience the magic from the original “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” film!
As you stroll down this captivating corridor, you’ll seem to grow bigger with every step. Get ready to be amazed by this iconic illusion and make sure someone is ready to capture it on camera.
🏐 THE ANTI - GRAVITY ROOM
The ‘Anti-Gravity Room’ offers an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of sensory illusions. In this room, balls appear to roll uphill, and everyone seems to stand at impossible slants, effortlessly leaning into space without falling over.
🌀 THE VORTEX TUNNEL
This bizarre and exciting contraption works by tricking your mind and body into thinking and feeling like the ground beneath you is moving when in fact it is completely still.
🪞 DISTORTING MIRRORS
These mirrors are sure to give you, your friends, and your family plenty to laugh about.
📍 GIANT PIN ART BOARD
Step up and experience the fun of the giant human pin art board! This supersized interactive installation takes the classic pin art toy and makes it big enough for you!
🎟 ONLINE TICKET COST FOR COMBINED FUN & FLOWER:
▪️Adult entry: £14.95
▪️Child entry: £14.95
▪️Group ticket - Admits 4 people: £55.00
▪️Child under 18 months: £0.00
▪️Concession - 65 years and above: £12.95
▪️Carer & disabled Ticket. Admits two.
Access card required: £22.50
ℹ️ FOR BOOKING & MORE INFORMATION:
Click via the event link.
A living, growing labyrinth, planted to grow into a giant optical illusion for visitors to lose themselves in!
🤏 THE SHRINKING ROOM
Experience the magic from the original “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory” film!
As you stroll down this captivating corridor, you’ll seem to grow bigger with every step. Get ready to be amazed by this iconic illusion and make sure someone is ready to capture it on camera.
🏐 THE ANTI - GRAVITY ROOM
The ‘Anti-Gravity Room’ offers an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of sensory illusions. In this room, balls appear to roll uphill, and everyone seems to stand at impossible slants, effortlessly leaning into space without falling over.
🌀 THE VORTEX TUNNEL
This bizarre and exciting contraption works by tricking your mind and body into thinking and feeling like the ground beneath you is moving when in fact it is completely still.
🪞 DISTORTING MIRRORS
These mirrors are sure to give you, your friends, and your family plenty to laugh about.
📍 GIANT PIN ART BOARD
Step up and experience the fun of the giant human pin art board! This supersized interactive installation takes the classic pin art toy and makes it big enough for you!
🎟 ONLINE TICKET COST FOR COMBINED FUN & FLOWER:
▪️Adult entry: £14.95
▪️Child entry: £14.95
▪️Group ticket - Admits 4 people: £55.00
▪️Child under 18 months: £0.00
▪️Concession - 65 years and above: £12.95
▪️Carer & disabled Ticket. Admits two.
Access card required: £22.50
ℹ️ FOR BOOKING & MORE INFORMATION:
Click via the event link.
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🐞 Insect Trail 2025 - Rushmere Country Park
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 09:00 - 16:00 Price: £3.00
🐞 For the Summer Holiday we have an Insect Trail available to pick up from the Visitor Centre at Rushmere Country Park. Find out all about the insects found in the park as you explore and then collect your reward!
ℹ️ DETAILS
Pick up your trail sheet for £3 in the Visitor Centre open 9am – 4pm daily. All proceeds from the trail are invested back into the park which is run on a not for profit basis.
🛝 ABOUT RUSHMERE COUNTRY PARK
A great place to discover nature and enjoy the outdoors with over 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows to enjoy. A brand new, bespoke Children's Play Area Heron's Hangout is now open for 2025! Perfect for young adventurers (ages 7+), Heron's Hangout includes nature-inspired play equipment where kids can climb, balance and explore in a safe outdoor setting.
🧚♀️ A Family accessible trail is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs where visitors can search for fairies and have a photograph in the Giant’s Chair.
🌳 FOR WALK & TRAIL IDEAS - Click here
📖 FOOD & DRINK
🔸️ The Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck
OPEN: 8am–4.00pm daily
for breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, cake and ice cream (hot food served until 3.30pm).
🔸️ The Herons' Hatch Takeaway OPEN every weekend and weekdays during school holidays.
Breakfast is served from 8am - 11.45am
Delicious choice of food is served from 12 noon to 4pm. All our café food is made to order
ℹ️ DETAILS
Pick up your trail sheet for £3 in the Visitor Centre open 9am – 4pm daily. All proceeds from the trail are invested back into the park which is run on a not for profit basis.
🛝 ABOUT RUSHMERE COUNTRY PARK
A great place to discover nature and enjoy the outdoors with over 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows to enjoy. A brand new, bespoke Children's Play Area Heron's Hangout is now open for 2025! Perfect for young adventurers (ages 7+), Heron's Hangout includes nature-inspired play equipment where kids can climb, balance and explore in a safe outdoor setting.
🧚♀️ A Family accessible trail is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs where visitors can search for fairies and have a photograph in the Giant’s Chair.
🌳 FOR WALK & TRAIL IDEAS - Click here
📖 FOOD & DRINK
🔸️ The Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck
OPEN: 8am–4.00pm daily
for breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, cake and ice cream (hot food served until 3.30pm).
🔸️ The Herons' Hatch Takeaway OPEN every weekend and weekdays during school holidays.
Breakfast is served from 8am - 11.45am
Delicious choice of food is served from 12 noon to 4pm. All our café food is made to order
Our menu changes regularly - if you would like to know what we offer give us a call on 01525 234260. Opening and closing times may vary.
🐶 DOG AREAS AT THE RESTAURANT
Dogs are welcome on our decking and outside seating areas – assistance dogs only allowed inside the cafe. Dog water bowls are available.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply.
Dogs are welcome on our decking and outside seating areas – assistance dogs only allowed inside the cafe. Dog water bowls are available.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply.
🌎 World Games Trail 2025 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 09:30 - 15:30 Price: £4.00
🏆 Get active, get competitive and most of all, have fun this summer 2025 at Jordans Mill in Broom!
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
Saturday 19th July – Tuesday 2nd September
▪️ 7 days a week
⏰ 9:30am – 3:30pm
⛳️ EVENT DETAILS
Take on our exciting World Games Children’s Trail packed with sporty challenges and giggles all the way.
From sprinting and limbo to rugby, golf, hanging rope, and horse racing, children will complete 10 fun-filled challenges around the trail. Score your progress on the trail sheet, then head to the Mill Shop to collect your well-earned prize!
🏅 Are you up for the challenge?! 🏅
💷 COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, PAY ON THE DAY
£4 per child, includes trail sheet and a prize
☕️ THE CAFE
If you are feeling hungry there is also a cafe onsite at a scenic location overlooking the river.
Check the menu out here:
https://jordansmill.com/plan-your-visit/whats-on#riverside-cafe
ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 603940
📧 Email: info@jordansmill.com
📘 Facebook: Jordans Mill
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
Saturday 19th July – Tuesday 2nd September
▪️ 7 days a week
⏰ 9:30am – 3:30pm
⛳️ EVENT DETAILS
Take on our exciting World Games Children’s Trail packed with sporty challenges and giggles all the way.
From sprinting and limbo to rugby, golf, hanging rope, and horse racing, children will complete 10 fun-filled challenges around the trail. Score your progress on the trail sheet, then head to the Mill Shop to collect your well-earned prize!
🏅 Are you up for the challenge?! 🏅
💷 COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, PAY ON THE DAY
£4 per child, includes trail sheet and a prize
☕️ THE CAFE
If you are feeling hungry there is also a cafe onsite at a scenic location overlooking the river.
Check the menu out here:
https://jordansmill.com/plan-your-visit/whats-on#riverside-cafe
ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 603940
📧 Email: info@jordansmill.com
📘 Facebook: Jordans Mill
🦆 The Taskmaster Half Term 2025 - Wrest Park, Silsoe
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🏐 Launching at 17 historic sites, join us at Wrest Park from 19 July - 31 August 2025, for some fun and silliness for all the family to get stuck into.
Enjoy a wide range of hilarious tasks and side-splitting shenanigans. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Enjoy a wide range of hilarious tasks and side-splitting shenanigans. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Wrest Park🌞 EVENT DETAILS
It’s all fun and games at Wrest Park this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into.
We’ve partnered with TV’s Taskmaster to set you silly challenges as you explore. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. There might be a rubber duck or two to spot on the way too. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Please note: Alex and the Taskmaster team sadly won’t be doing the tasks with you … which does mean you’re in charge. Questionable. But exciting.
Please note: Alex and the Taskmaster team sadly won’t be doing the tasks with you … which does mean you’re in charge. Questionable. But exciting.
Plus, aim for a hole in one with mini golf, and use your imagination to build your own nature themed play structure.
🎟 BOOKING
🎟 BOOKING
Book early and save 15%.This event is included in the standard entry price.
Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.
▪️Adult: From £17.20
▪️Children (5 - 17): From £10.90
▪️Under 5: Free entry
▪️Senior 65+: From £15.90
▪️Student: From £15.90
▪️Family with 1 adult & upto to 3 children: From £28.60
▪️Family with 2 adults & upto to 3 children: From £46.30
▪️Essential Companion: Free
✨️ MEMBERS - FREE
Members get free entry.
If you’re a member, you’ll also need to bring your membership card. You can only use the member rate for people included in your membership.
FAQ❓️
Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.
▪️Adult: From £17.20
▪️Children (5 - 17): From £10.90
▪️Under 5: Free entry
▪️Senior 65+: From £15.90
▪️Student: From £15.90
▪️Family with 1 adult & upto to 3 children: From £28.60
▪️Family with 2 adults & upto to 3 children: From £46.30
▪️Essential Companion: Free
✨️ MEMBERS - FREE
Members get free entry.
If you’re a member, you’ll also need to bring your membership card. You can only use the member rate for people included in your membership.
FAQ❓️
Got any questions? Check out our Taskmaster FAQs
☕️ THE CAFE & SHOP
Feeling peckish? Head to the Wrest Park café with its selection of delicious hot and cold meals and snacks, including a homemade soup of the day and freshly made sandwiches.
☕️ THE CAFE & SHOP
Feeling peckish? Head to the Wrest Park café with its selection of delicious hot and cold meals and snacks, including a homemade soup of the day and freshly made sandwiches.
Take inspiration from history at the shop where you can pick up jams and chutneys, wines, beers, books, garden gifts and more.
🎶 Bands in the Park 2025 - Riverside, St Neots
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 14:30 - 16:30
🎶 We’re excited to announce that Bands in the Park is returning to Riverside Park this summer 2025! Join us every Sunday from 2:30pm to 4:30pm for a season full of incredible live music from some of the best local performers.
✨️ WHAT TO KNOW
✨️ WHAT TO KNOW
Bring a picnic, your favourite blanket or chair, and relax in the beautiful surroundings of Riverside Park as the sounds of summer fill the air. Whether you love swing, soul, jazz, pop, or something a bit different, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
🗓 2025 LINE-UP:
▪️20 July – Medication Time
▪️27 July – Diamond Country Dance Club
▪️3 August – Caxton Swing
▪️10 August – The Orchard
▪️17 August – The Roxton Press
▪️24 August – Lizzie Reynolds Vocalist
▪️31 August – The Soul Sisters
▪️7 September – Natasha Thompson Quartet
▪️14 September – Caz on Sax
▪️21 September – St Neots Big Band
▪️20 July – Medication Time
▪️27 July – Diamond Country Dance Club
▪️3 August – Caxton Swing
▪️10 August – The Orchard
▪️17 August – The Roxton Press
▪️24 August – Lizzie Reynolds Vocalist
▪️31 August – The Soul Sisters
▪️7 September – Natasha Thompson Quartet
▪️14 September – Caz on Sax
▪️21 September – St Neots Big Band
🌧 IF THE WEATHER ISN'T GREAT
Please note: performances may be cancelled at short notice due to poor weather conditions.
So gather your friends and family and head to Riverside Park in St Neots – your Sundays just got a whole lot more musical!
🚂 Riverside Miniature Train - St Neots
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 12:00 - 16:00 Price: £1.00
🚂 Train rides are The Riverside Miniature Railway remain £1 per person (under 2s go free).
🗓 2025 OPENING DAYS & TIMES THIS SUMMER
▪️Every Sunday: 12pm - 4pm
▪️Wednesday 30th July: 12pm - 3pm
▪️Wednesday 6th August: 12pm - 3pm
▪️Wednesday 13th August: 12pm - 3pm
▪️Wednesday 20th August: 12pm - 3pm
▪️Wednesday 27th August: 12pm - 3pm
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Everyone is welcome. We have Access-i-belle, our accessible carriage, available for people who are unable to sit on our ride on coaches, e.g. for wheelchair users and those with reduced mobility, so everyone can enjoy a ride on the railway.
🐶 DOGS
Small dogs are welcome to travel on the train, but they must be held or able to sit on the carriage. All dogs must be on a lead.
📍 LOCATION
We are located within the Riverside Park in St.Neots, just past the play park.
PE19 7HD near the main car park.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is free on a Sunday, all other days any chargable.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01480 217037
📧 Email: riversideminiaturerailway@gmail.com
▪️Every Sunday: 12pm - 4pm
▪️Wednesday 30th July: 12pm - 3pm
▪️Wednesday 6th August: 12pm - 3pm
▪️Wednesday 13th August: 12pm - 3pm
▪️Wednesday 20th August: 12pm - 3pm
▪️Wednesday 27th August: 12pm - 3pm
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Everyone is welcome. We have Access-i-belle, our accessible carriage, available for people who are unable to sit on our ride on coaches, e.g. for wheelchair users and those with reduced mobility, so everyone can enjoy a ride on the railway.
🐶 DOGS
Small dogs are welcome to travel on the train, but they must be held or able to sit on the carriage. All dogs must be on a lead.
📍 LOCATION
We are located within the Riverside Park in St.Neots, just past the play park.
PE19 7HD near the main car park.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is free on a Sunday, all other days any chargable.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01480 217037
📧 Email: riversideminiaturerailway@gmail.com
🎡 Willen Lake Summer Funfair 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 12:00 - 22:00
🎠 Milton Keynes, Willen lake summer funfair is returning this Summer 2025. Free Entry.
🗓 2025 SUMMER DATES
All the fun of the fair will be returning to Willen lake from the 24th July everyday until 17th August 2025.
🕐 TIMES
▪️Weekdays 1pm - 9pm
▪️Weekends 12pm - 10pm
🎡 WHAT TO EXPECT
With new rides for 2025 there’s something for the whole family to enjoy so fetch your family to Milton Keynes favourite park for some summer fun!
✨️ Waltzer
✨️ Superstar
✨️ Miami
✨️ Dodgems
✨️ Twister
✨️ Orbiter
✨️ Giant Wheel
✨️ High Flyer
✨️ Midnight Express
✨️ Apple Coaster
✨️ LOADS Of Childrens Rides
✨️ Games & Stalls
🅿️ PARKING
Plenty Of Onsite Parking (Fee's Apply).
🗓 2025 SUMMER DATES
All the fun of the fair will be returning to Willen lake from the 24th July everyday until 17th August 2025.
🕐 TIMES
▪️Weekdays 1pm - 9pm
▪️Weekends 12pm - 10pm
🎡 WHAT TO EXPECT
With new rides for 2025 there’s something for the whole family to enjoy so fetch your family to Milton Keynes favourite park for some summer fun!
✨️ Waltzer
✨️ Superstar
✨️ Miami
✨️ Dodgems
✨️ Twister
✨️ Orbiter
✨️ Giant Wheel
✨️ High Flyer
✨️ Midnight Express
✨️ Apple Coaster
✨️ LOADS Of Childrens Rides
✨️ Games & Stalls
🅿️ PARKING
Plenty Of Onsite Parking (Fee's Apply).
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🐒 SENDsational Morning at Tring Natural History Museum
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
🐒 We are excited to present SENDsational Mornings at Tring, Hertfordshire.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Sunday 17 August: 10am - 12pm
▪️Sunday 9 November, 10am–12pm
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Sunday 17 August: 10am - 12pm
▪️Sunday 9 November, 10am–12pm
😌 ABOUT
Our SENDsational mornings offer children with neurodiverse conditions, including autism and other sensory processing difficulties, the chance to take part in activities and enjoy our galleries with their families and siblings away from the hustle and bustle of the general public.
▪️AGE INFORMATION
This event is best for children aged five to 15 and siblings are welcome.
👍 What can you expect from the experience?
- ✨️ Visitors have access to a few activities including specimen handling, crafting and a gallery trail.
- ✨️ All activities are supported by experienced, autism-aware facilitators.
- ✨️ A sensory space will be available for those children needing a quieter and calmer space.
- ✨️ All of the galleries, outdoor spaces and the shop will be accessible throughout the event.
- ✨️ Each event has a different theme. In May it's rainforests, in August it's Oceans and the theme for November is Autumn.
🎟 FREE BUT MUST BE BOOKED
Walk-ups are not possible - you must have a ticket. Adult tickets are limited to three per group.
ℹ️ TICKET CONFIRMATION DETAILS
We will email more information about your visit a week in advance, to help you prepare for your visit. On the day you will be given a programme and map to let you know what you can do.
ℹ️ FACILITIES/ ACCESS & PARKING INFORMATION
https://www.nhm.ac.uk/visit/tring/facilities-and-access.html
🚂 Kids Go For £1: Summer Steaming Days 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🧒 Kids go for £1 throughout the 2025 summer holidays at our Steaming Days!
We have had some great feedback from doing this the last two years, as most places seem to be putting their prices up, so we thought we'd do it again this summer.
🗓 2025 DATES
July 30th and August 3rd, 6th, 13th, 17th, 20th, 27th and 31st...
Summer holiday Steaming Days are generally held on Wednesdays and Sundays from 30th July to 31st August 2025. There are only a couple of dates not included and that is because they are special event days.
🚂 WHAT IS A STEAMING DAY?
Come and enjoy steam train rides, watch the model trains, ride the miniature railway, visit our huge Railway Museum and stunning Visitor Centre, plus you can see inside the Travelling Post Office carriages. There are 25 acres to explore! We also have a lovely café, gift shop and secondhand book shop. There's so much to see and do for a First Class day out with the kids this summer!
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
You can pre-book via the event link, but pre-booking is not required for these days out.
If you have a season ticket, these days are included in your free entry.
❓️F&Q (Dogs & Accessibility)
Click here.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Child: £1.00
▪️Adult Ticket: £12.50
▪️Senior Ticket: £11.50
▪️Child Ticket (Under 3yrs): Free
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
We have had some great feedback from doing this the last two years, as most places seem to be putting their prices up, so we thought we'd do it again this summer.
🗓 2025 DATES
July 30th and August 3rd, 6th, 13th, 17th, 20th, 27th and 31st...
Summer holiday Steaming Days are generally held on Wednesdays and Sundays from 30th July to 31st August 2025. There are only a couple of dates not included and that is because they are special event days.
🚂 WHAT IS A STEAMING DAY?
Come and enjoy steam train rides, watch the model trains, ride the miniature railway, visit our huge Railway Museum and stunning Visitor Centre, plus you can see inside the Travelling Post Office carriages. There are 25 acres to explore! We also have a lovely café, gift shop and secondhand book shop. There's so much to see and do for a First Class day out with the kids this summer!
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
You can pre-book via the event link, but pre-booking is not required for these days out.
If you have a season ticket, these days are included in your free entry.
❓️F&Q (Dogs & Accessibility)
Click here.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Child: £1.00
▪️Adult Ticket: £12.50
▪️Senior Ticket: £11.50
▪️Child Ticket (Under 3yrs): Free
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
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🌳 Shefford Maze 2025 (Hoo Hill Maze)
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🌳 The Maze in Shefford will be opening this Summer 2025.
🗓 SUMMER OPENING DAYS 2025
▪️Monday 10am-4pm
▪️Friday 10am-4pm
▪️Sunday 10am-4pm
💷 COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, JUST TURN UP
▪️£5 per person
▪️Family of up to 6 people for £20
▪️Under 5 - Free
▪️We now accept cash or card.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
There are no refreshments for sale on-site, but you are welcome to bring a picnic :)
🐶 DOGS
Sorry, no dogs allowed.
ℹ️ FOR MORE INFO
Any questions, please contact Dan on the mobile below. The website also has more details via the event link. We also cater for private hire.
☎️ Phone: 07539 329039
📧 Email: hoohillmaze@hotmail.com
📍WHERE CAN I FIND YOU?
You can find us on Hitchin Road on the way into Shefford.
🗓 SUMMER OPENING DAYS 2025
▪️Monday 10am-4pm
▪️Friday 10am-4pm
▪️Sunday 10am-4pm
💷 COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, JUST TURN UP
▪️£5 per person
▪️Family of up to 6 people for £20
▪️Under 5 - Free
▪️We now accept cash or card.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
There are no refreshments for sale on-site, but you are welcome to bring a picnic :)
🐶 DOGS
Sorry, no dogs allowed.
ℹ️ FOR MORE INFO
Any questions, please contact Dan on the mobile below. The website also has more details via the event link. We also cater for private hire.
☎️ Phone: 07539 329039
📧 Email: hoohillmaze@hotmail.com
📍WHERE CAN I FIND YOU?
You can find us on Hitchin Road on the way into Shefford.
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⛱️ Milton Keynes Beach 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 10:30 - 18:00
⛱️ If you’re searching for the best family-friendly summer day out in Milton Keynes, you’re in luck! The Beach at centre:mk inside Middleton Hall (Opposite John Lewis) is back, better than ever, and bringing all the seaside fun to the heart of the city. Whether you’re a local or visiting for the day, you won’t want to miss out on this urban beach adventure!
✅️ FREE ENTRY!
✅️ RAINY DAY IDEA
✅️ DECK CHAIRS
🗓 WHEN?
▪️8th August – 31st August 2025
▪️Mon-Fri: 9:30am-6pm
▪️Sat: 9am-7pm
▪️Sun:10:30am-6pm
▪️Monday 25th Aug: to 10:30am - 6pm.
🤩 EVERY TUESDAY - PUNCH & JUDY
🤩 EVERY THURSDAY - FACE - PAINTING
⛱️ THINGS TO DO AT THE BEACH
🐚 Build sandcastles and paddle your feet in the sand
🐚 Enjoy classic fairground rides like teacups, trampolines, and mini rollercoasters
🐚 Grab tasty treats – from ice cream and candyfloss to burgers and slushies
🐚 Join free entertainment including live music, games, and kids’ shows
(check the centre:mk events calendar!)
✅️ FREE ENTRY!
✅️ RAINY DAY IDEA
✅️ DECK CHAIRS
🗓 WHEN?
▪️8th August – 31st August 2025
▪️Mon-Fri: 9:30am-6pm
▪️Sat: 9am-7pm
▪️Sun:10:30am-6pm
▪️Monday 25th Aug: to 10:30am - 6pm.
🤩 EVERY TUESDAY - PUNCH & JUDY
🤩 EVERY THURSDAY - FACE - PAINTING
⛱️ THINGS TO DO AT THE BEACH
🐚 Build sandcastles and paddle your feet in the sand
🐚 Enjoy classic fairground rides like teacups, trampolines, and mini rollercoasters
🐚 Grab tasty treats – from ice cream and candyfloss to burgers and slushies
🐚 Join free entertainment including live music, games, and kids’ shows
(check the centre:mk events calendar!)
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⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
⛱️ Our ever popular beach will be back on the Market Place for 6 weeks during the summer holidays! Running from 28th July until 31st August 2025, 10am until 4pm!
🪣 Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🪣 Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
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🎊 Family Fun Day Presented by Dunstable Sea Cadets
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
🎊 Bring your family and friends for a day packed with fun, food, and fantastic activities—all hosted by the Dunstable Sea Cadets!
WHEN & WHERE?
📍 Location: West Street, Dunstable, LU6 1NX
📅 Date: Saturday, 17th August 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎁 Amazing Raffle Prizes
🌬️ Windmill Tours
🎨 Stalls & Face Painting
🍔 BBQ & Refreshments
🎯 Games for All Ages
🎵 Music
😋 FOOD & DRINKS
We’ll have tasty treats from Burgers and hot dogs to sweets, cakes and candy floss for all the family. Eat, relax and enjoy the music!
🎸 PERFORMER SPOTLIGHT
Get ready for smooth acoustic vibes and heartfelt covers as Bobby Crisp takes the stage! Perfect for a summer afternoon, their music will have you swaying and smiling.
🎤 TURN IT UP!
We’re bringing the energy with Silas Shaul, delivering a lively set packed with songs you know and love. Whether you’re here for the raffle, the stalls, or the games, you won’t be able to resist stopping for a dance!
🛍️ STALLS
We’re excited to have lots of exciting stalls joining us! From candles and scents to crafts and toys, it’s the perfect place to pick up something unique while supporting local.
Don't forget to bring some cash or your card – plenty to browse!
🎫 RAFFLE TICKETS - £1.00
WHEN & WHERE?
📍 Location: West Street, Dunstable, LU6 1NX
📅 Date: Saturday, 17th August 2025
⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎁 Amazing Raffle Prizes
🌬️ Windmill Tours
🎨 Stalls & Face Painting
🍔 BBQ & Refreshments
🎯 Games for All Ages
🎵 Music
😋 FOOD & DRINKS
We’ll have tasty treats from Burgers and hot dogs to sweets, cakes and candy floss for all the family. Eat, relax and enjoy the music!
🎸 PERFORMER SPOTLIGHT
Get ready for smooth acoustic vibes and heartfelt covers as Bobby Crisp takes the stage! Perfect for a summer afternoon, their music will have you swaying and smiling.
🎤 TURN IT UP!
We’re bringing the energy with Silas Shaul, delivering a lively set packed with songs you know and love. Whether you’re here for the raffle, the stalls, or the games, you won’t be able to resist stopping for a dance!
🛍️ STALLS
We’re excited to have lots of exciting stalls joining us! From candles and scents to crafts and toys, it’s the perfect place to pick up something unique while supporting local.
Don't forget to bring some cash or your card – plenty to browse!
🎫 RAFFLE TICKETS - £1.00
🎡 Gumbles Funfair August 2025 - Bedford
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 12:00 - 18:15
🎠 Gumbles Funfair is back with unlimited rides for kids at Russell Park, Bedford this August 2025.
🌧 WHAT IF THE WEATHER ISN'T GREAT?
CHECK BEFORE TRAVELLING...
Weather permitting. Possible closure at any time. Please keep an eye on our Facebook updates here.
🗓 AUGUST 2025 DATES
▪️Thursday 7th August
▪️Friday 8th August
▪️Saturday 9th August
▪️Sunday 10th August
▪️Monday 11th August
▪️Tuesday 12th August
▪️Wednesday 13th August
▪️Thursday 14th August
▪️Friday 15th August
▪️Saturday 16th August
▪️Sunday 17th 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!
🥰 Make sure you come out and support our events, we can’t continue to run these without YOUR support.
☎️ Phone: +44 07976813639
🌧 WHAT IF THE WEATHER ISN'T GREAT?
CHECK BEFORE TRAVELLING...
Weather permitting. Possible closure at any time. Please keep an eye on our Facebook updates here.
🗓 AUGUST 2025 DATES
▪️Thursday 7th August
▪️Friday 8th August
▪️Saturday 9th August
▪️Sunday 10th August
▪️Monday 11th August
▪️Tuesday 12th August
▪️Wednesday 13th August
▪️Thursday 14th August
▪️Friday 15th August
▪️Saturday 16th August
▪️Sunday 17th 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!
🥰 Make sure you come out and support our events, we can’t continue to run these without YOUR support.
☎️ Phone: +44 07976813639
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🎡 Bedford Funfair - August 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 13:00 - 21:00
🎠 STANLEY THURSTONS FUNFAIR IS COMING TO LONGHOLME WAY IN BEDFORD THIS SUMMER HALF TERM 2025!
🗓 AUGUST 2025 DATES
(Open 1pm - 9pm)
💥Friday 8th August
▪️Saturday 9th August
▪️Sunday 10th August
💥Friday 15th August
▪️Saturday 16th August
▪️Sunday 17th August
💥 BEDFORD 2025 DISCOUNT DAYS!
▪️Friday 8th August
▪️Friday 15th August
⭐️ All rides only 2 tokens (excludes bungees)!
⭐️ Unlimited Ride Wrist Band: £15
COST
🎫 1 Token = £1.20
🎫 10 Tokens = £10
🎟 ENTRY: £2 (without an Unlimited wristband)
🗓 AUGUST 2025 DATES
(Open 1pm - 9pm)
💥Friday 8th August
▪️Saturday 9th August
▪️Sunday 10th August
💥Friday 15th August
▪️Saturday 16th August
▪️Sunday 17th August
💥 BEDFORD 2025 DISCOUNT DAYS!
▪️Friday 8th August
▪️Friday 15th August
⭐️ All rides only 2 tokens (excludes bungees)!
⭐️ Unlimited Ride Wrist Band: £15
COST
🎫 1 Token = £1.20
🎫 10 Tokens = £10
🎟 ENTRY: £2 (without an Unlimited wristband)
🚘 G&M GROWERS CAR BOOT SALE 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 07:30 - 12:00
👋We will be open this Sunday weather dependant. Any updates to this will be on Facebook and Instagram by 7am on Sunday.
▪️BUYERS - ENTRY AFTER 7:30AM
🔹️£1 before 9am
🔹️50p after 9am
🔹️Under 16's are FREE
▪️SELLERS - ENTRY 7.00AM
🔸️£10 any size vehicle
🔸️No need to book, just turn up!
🗺 LOCATION
We are located behind G&M growers farm shop at 79 Hitchin Rd, Upper Caldecote, Biggleswade SG18 9BU
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ 07841619568 or 07538341136
▪️BUYERS - ENTRY AFTER 7:30AM
🔹️£1 before 9am
🔹️50p after 9am
🔹️Under 16's are FREE
▪️SELLERS - ENTRY 7.00AM
🔸️£10 any size vehicle
🔸️No need to book, just turn up!
🗺 LOCATION
We are located behind G&M growers farm shop at 79 Hitchin Rd, Upper Caldecote, Biggleswade SG18 9BU
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ 07841619568 or 07538341136
🚘 Pulloxhill Car Boot Sale 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 09:00 - 13:00
🚘 Pulloxhill Car Boot Sale is held on two 8 acre fields - one for parking and the other for sellers. Our fields are flat and well maintained, so they are very disabled-friendly for parking and amenities such as portable toilets.
We also have attractions and food stalls - so you can make a real day out of it without the kids getting bored!
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Gates open: 09:00
▪️Entry: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS
▪️All Cars, Suv's & Small Vans: £10.00.
▪️All Large Vans: £15.00
▪️All trailers £5 extra
Please bring correct change as change
will NOT be given!
ℹ️ WHAT TO KNOW FOR SELLERS
Any Additional Helpers for sellers must be in the same vehicle for entry
Important Note: NO trading/selling to buyers before 9:00am. Those found doing so will be asked to leave the site.
🌧 WEATHER PERMITTING
Please keep an eye out for any updates on the Facebook page.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07944 431757
(recorded message service)
📧 Email: info@pulloxhillcarboot.com
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Gates open: 09:00
▪️Entry: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS
▪️All Cars, Suv's & Small Vans: £10.00.
▪️All Large Vans: £15.00
▪️All trailers £5 extra
Please bring correct change as change
will NOT be given!
ℹ️ WHAT TO KNOW FOR SELLERS
Any Additional Helpers for sellers must be in the same vehicle for entry
Important Note: NO trading/selling to buyers before 9:00am. Those found doing so will be asked to leave the site.
🌧 WEATHER PERMITTING
Please keep an eye out for any updates on the Facebook page.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07944 431757
(recorded message service)
📧 Email: info@pulloxhillcarboot.com
⛱️ Bedford Beach 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
⛱️ Bedford Borough Council has announced the return of Bedford Beach Week, a delightful family-friendly event.
🗓 2025 DATES
Thursday 14 August to Sunday 17 August 2025
📍 WHERE?
The beach will be at Silver Square, Bedford.
This event has previously been held in Harpur Square, and this year it is being held in Silver Square, both outside and inside the new Visitor Information Centre (in the old Debenhams building).
🙋♀️ FREE
This unique event invites children to enjoy a free, sand pit experience right in the heart of Bedford. Entry is completely free, making it an enjoyable activity for all families.
🗓 2025 DATES
Thursday 14 August to Sunday 17 August 2025
📍 WHERE?
The beach will be at Silver Square, Bedford.
This event has previously been held in Harpur Square, and this year it is being held in Silver Square, both outside and inside the new Visitor Information Centre (in the old Debenhams building).
🙋♀️ FREE
This unique event invites children to enjoy a free, sand pit experience right in the heart of Bedford. Entry is completely free, making it an enjoyable activity for all families.
👒 Flamstead Scarecrow Festival 2025
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
👒 Where is the Flamstead Scarecrow Festival held?
The Flamstead Scarecrow Festival is held each year throughout Flamstead Village. Residents display scarecrows on their property or around the village. There will be a map of scarecrows posted on the website before the festival starts, although some scarecrows do have a habit of popping up unannounced too!
The Flamstead Scarecrow Festival is held each year throughout Flamstead Village. Residents display scarecrows on their property or around the village. There will be a map of scarecrows posted on the website before the festival starts, although some scarecrows do have a habit of popping up unannounced too!
Our villagers have spent months working on their scarecrows and have worked very hard, so please support the festival by giving generously to our village stalls, village businesses and external stalls and exhibitors supporting the festival.
🗓 OPENING TIMES
▪️Friday 15th August 2025, 12pm–5pm
▪️Saturday 16th August 2025, 10am–5pm
▪️Sunday 17th August 2025, 11am–5pm
🗓 OPENING TIMES
▪️Friday 15th August 2025, 12pm–5pm
▪️Saturday 16th August 2025, 10am–5pm
▪️Sunday 17th August 2025, 11am–5pm
💳 How much does the festival cost?
Entry to the festival is available by suggested donation:
▪️£5 per Adult
▪️£2 per Child (Age 3+)
▪️£10 per Family
Entry to the festival is available by suggested donation:
▪️£5 per Adult
▪️£2 per Child (Age 3+)
▪️£10 per Family
Entry includes a festival programme with voting form per adult ticket & voting form per child ticket.
Please make your suggested donation in advance via Ticket Tailor, and show your ticket or email confirmation upon entry.
Buy tickets – Flamstead Scarecrow Festival
🥛 FOOD & DRINK
We have a scarecrow Cafe in the village, plus there will be also a cafe by her school.
The Three pubs all offer food & drinks and entertainment throughout the festival.
🚻 TOILETS
Public toilets are available outside the Village Hall and inside near the Scarecrow Café. Toilets are also available at Trowley Hill Methodist Church, at the discretion of the Methodist Church during their opening times. Other toilets will be open during the festival in the village pubs and local businesses at the discretion of the business owner. We will also have portaloos in the main car parking field.
❗️PLEASE OBSERVE OUR FESTIVAL OPENING TIMES!
The festival is manned by volunteers, and we would hate to not be around to help you during the weekend if you visit outside of our opening times!
Buy tickets – Flamstead Scarecrow Festival
🥛 FOOD & DRINK
We have a scarecrow Cafe in the village, plus there will be also a cafe by her school.
The Three pubs all offer food & drinks and entertainment throughout the festival.
🚻 TOILETS
Public toilets are available outside the Village Hall and inside near the Scarecrow Café. Toilets are also available at Trowley Hill Methodist Church, at the discretion of the Methodist Church during their opening times. Other toilets will be open during the festival in the village pubs and local businesses at the discretion of the business owner. We will also have portaloos in the main car parking field.
❗️PLEASE OBSERVE OUR FESTIVAL OPENING TIMES!
The festival is manned by volunteers, and we would hate to not be around to help you during the weekend if you visit outside of our opening times!
Additionally on the Friday morning, residents are often still busy finalising their creations, so if you visit before 12, then you may find that not all of our scarecrows are ready for viewing!
If you decide to just come for a drive to visit the festival, and you aren’t intending on stopping, please come and visit outside of festival hours as having people driving slowly and stopping unpredictably during festival hours is dangerous to pedestrians and other vehicles.
🅿️ Where can I park my vehicle?
We are providing a free festival car park in the village within walking distance for patrons of the festival to park in. The vehicle entrance to the car park is via Delmer End Lane. The pedestrian entrance to the car park is on Trowley Hill Road and brings you out in a good spot to visit the festival.
We are providing a free festival car park in the village within walking distance for patrons of the festival to park in. The vehicle entrance to the car park is via Delmer End Lane. The pedestrian entrance to the car park is on Trowley Hill Road and brings you out in a good spot to visit the festival.
♿️ DISABLED CAR PARKING: There will also be disabled car parking available for blue badge holders at Flamstead Village School, located down Trowley Hill Road AL3 8DJ.
Please follow parking signs and traffic attendants who will direct you to the car parks.
The car parks will be locked at 6pm sharp each night.
No large vehicles including coaches, caravans, camper vans, or large vans will be admitted into the festival car park.
There is no overnight parking allowed in the car parks.
Please note that vehicle owners park at their own risk.
🎊 Original Culture Festival 2025 - Bedford
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 14:00 - 22:00
🎊 Original Culture Festival is back for 2025 in Bedford.
ℹ️ ABOUT
The Original Culture Festival is a vibrant two-day celebration of sound, culture, and community, bringing together diverse musical genres and creating an unforgettable experience for all, in the heart of Bedford.
🤩 SATURDAY 16TH AUGUST 2025
Saturday - For the 18+ crowd The festival kicks off with an electrifying lineup of music, featuring some of the best in garage, house, R&B, reggae, dancehall , and jungle . From pulsating beats to smooth rhythms, the Saturday night festivities are designed for those who crave high-energy vibes and a night of dancing. Expect top DJs, live performances, and immersive stage setups that will keep you grooving until the late hours. The atmosphere is electric, bringing together music lovers from all walks of life to party in Bedford’s heart.
🎟 TICKETS COST: From £37.76
🤩 SUNDAY 17TH AUGUST 2025
Sunday - Family Day The festival takes a turn on Sunday, offering a laid-back yet equally engaging experience for families and kids. With live music, a variety of food stalls, and family-friendly entertainment, the day is filled with fun for all ages. The relaxed atmosphere allows families to enjoy quality time together while the little ones are entertained with activities like face painting, games, and arts & crafts. Whether you’re enjoying delicious street food, swaying to live tunes, or watching the kids dance along, the Sunday Family Day is the perfect way to round off the weekend with love, laughter, and community spirit.
🎟 TICKETS COST: From £14.40
🎫 PERSONAL ASSISTANT TICKETS
If you would like to apply for a personal assistant ticket for Wheelchair or Ambulant Disabled Access. Proof of disability must be provided by emailing originalculturefestival@gmail.com
🅿️ PARKING £8.02
Parking at Bedford Athletic Stadium
The Original Culture Festival promises to be a weekend packed with music, food, and fun for everyone—an event you won’t want to miss!
ℹ️ ABOUT
The Original Culture Festival is a vibrant two-day celebration of sound, culture, and community, bringing together diverse musical genres and creating an unforgettable experience for all, in the heart of Bedford.
🤩 SATURDAY 16TH AUGUST 2025
Saturday - For the 18+ crowd The festival kicks off with an electrifying lineup of music, featuring some of the best in garage, house, R&B, reggae, dancehall , and jungle . From pulsating beats to smooth rhythms, the Saturday night festivities are designed for those who crave high-energy vibes and a night of dancing. Expect top DJs, live performances, and immersive stage setups that will keep you grooving until the late hours. The atmosphere is electric, bringing together music lovers from all walks of life to party in Bedford’s heart.
🎟 TICKETS COST: From £37.76
🤩 SUNDAY 17TH AUGUST 2025
Sunday - Family Day The festival takes a turn on Sunday, offering a laid-back yet equally engaging experience for families and kids. With live music, a variety of food stalls, and family-friendly entertainment, the day is filled with fun for all ages. The relaxed atmosphere allows families to enjoy quality time together while the little ones are entertained with activities like face painting, games, and arts & crafts. Whether you’re enjoying delicious street food, swaying to live tunes, or watching the kids dance along, the Sunday Family Day is the perfect way to round off the weekend with love, laughter, and community spirit.
🎟 TICKETS COST: From £14.40
🎫 PERSONAL ASSISTANT TICKETS
If you would like to apply for a personal assistant ticket for Wheelchair or Ambulant Disabled Access. Proof of disability must be provided by emailing originalculturefestival@gmail.com
🅿️ PARKING £8.02
Parking at Bedford Athletic Stadium
The Original Culture Festival promises to be a weekend packed with music, food, and fun for everyone—an event you won’t want to miss!
🎪 Circus - Johnsons of Old Hurst 2025 - Huntingdon
Sunday 17 August 2025
Time: 11:00
🎪 Cirquoise is coming to Johnsons of Old Hurst in Huntingdon this August 2025!
🗓 2025 CIRCUS DATES & TIMES
▪️Thursday 14th August - Sunday 31st August
▪️Closed Monday's
▪️Times: 11am, 3pm with additional time of 6pm on Sundays
▪️The show lasts 70 minutes
🎫 CIRCUS TICKET COST - £8.50
(Under 2's are FREE)
💡 WUB TIP - WOWCHER (SAVE MONEY)
You can find tickets for the circus on Wowcher at a discounted price for only £5.00. These tickets are only on certain dates & times.
Available on 16th, 23rd, and 30th August 2025 at 6 PM. Click here for Wowcher tickets.
🦁 ARE THE ZOO TICKETS INCLUDED?
No you will need to purchase zoo tickets when you are there. The costs for these are:
🗓 2025 CIRCUS DATES & TIMES
▪️Thursday 14th August - Sunday 31st August
▪️Closed Monday's
▪️Times: 11am, 3pm with additional time of 6pm on Sundays
▪️The show lasts 70 minutes
🎫 CIRCUS TICKET COST - £8.50
(Under 2's are FREE)
💡 WUB TIP - WOWCHER (SAVE MONEY)
You can find tickets for the circus on Wowcher at a discounted price for only £5.00. These tickets are only on certain dates & times.
Available on 16th, 23rd, and 30th August 2025 at 6 PM. Click here for Wowcher tickets.
🦁 ARE THE ZOO TICKETS INCLUDED?
No you will need to purchase zoo tickets when you are there. The costs for these are:
▪️Adult: £5.50
▪️Child: £4.50
▪️3 & under go free
🗓 ZOO OPENING TIMES
▪️TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 10 am to 5:30 pm
▪️SUNDAY: 10 am to 4:30 pm
🎟 BOOKING CIRCUS TICKETS
For circus tickets you can purchase them on the website via the event link.
▪️Child: £4.50
▪️3 & under go free
🗓 ZOO OPENING TIMES
▪️TUESDAY - SATURDAY: 10 am to 5:30 pm
▪️SUNDAY: 10 am to 4:30 pm
🎟 BOOKING CIRCUS TICKETS
For circus tickets you can purchase them on the website via the event link.
