๐Ÿ– Summer Beach Party 2025 - The Old Watermill, Barton-le-Clay


Time: 10:00 - 16:30

๐Ÿ– 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.

๐Ÿง’ AGES: 2 - 8


๐Ÿ—“ DATES 2025
โ–ช๏ธ
26th July - 31st August
โ–ช๏ธ
Thursday - Sunday's

๐Ÿ• SESSION TIMES
โ–ช๏ธ
10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:30pm
โ–ช๏ธEach session is 2 hours

๐Ÿฐ 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!

๐Ÿšฃโ€โ™€๏ธ THE WATER BOATS
The boats are in a large inflatable pool and the children all wear a life jacket.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKETS COST: ยฃ8 PER CHILD
Plus booking fee. You can book tickets via the event link. 3 adults allowed per booking.

๐Ÿคฉ We can't wait to see you there for some summer fun.

  ๐Ÿ˜ 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, Millerโ€™s Shopping Arcade and a soft play area for the children.

โ˜•๏ธ THE COFFEE SHOP MENU & DETAILS
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/the-mill-house-coffee-shop/

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๐Ÿง’ Crafty Thursdays Drop In Workshop at John Bunyan Museum, Bedford


Time: 11:00 - 15:00 Price: ยฃ2.00

๐Ÿ›๏ธ John Bunyan Museum โ€“ Summer Activities 2025. Crafty Thursdays Drop-In Workshops
Every Thursday from 7th to 28th August 2025


๐Ÿ•š TIME

โ–ช๏ธ11:00am โ€“ 3:00pm
(Last admission at 2:30pm) 

๐Ÿ’ท COST
ยฃ2 per participating child. Pay on entry. 

๐Ÿง’ AGE:
Suitable for children aged 4+, must be accompanied 

๐Ÿ—“ DATES & EVENT DETAILS

๐Ÿชจ Letโ€™s Rock!
๐Ÿ“… Thursday 7th August 
๐Ÿง‘โ€๐ŸŽจ Make your own rock pool creation 

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Dinner Set Design
๐Ÿ“… Thursday 14th August 
๐ŸŽจ Decorate a 17th-century style Delftware plate and cup 

๐Ÿ” Did You See That!
๐Ÿ“… Thursday 21st August 
๐Ÿชž Create kaleidoscopes and two-way mirror mosaics 

๐Ÿงฑ Grab Some Clay and Play!
๐Ÿ“… Thursday 28th August 
๐Ÿง  Build anything with clay using the ideas on display 

PLEASE NOTE
Activities may vary depending on attendance

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01234 270303

๐ŸŒž Free Summer of Play: Dunstable Downs Sports Village


Time: 10:30 - 17:00

โšฝ๏ธ 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.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โ–ช๏ธ
Monday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
โ–ช๏ธ10:30am - 17:00pm

โœ…๏ธ 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.

๐Ÿ—“ DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:

๐Ÿน Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
โ–ช๏ธ
10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm

๐ŸŒณ Letโ€™s Get Going nature-based games:
โ–ช๏ธ
01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ–ช๏ธ08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ–ช๏ธ15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ–ช๏ธ22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ–ช๏ธ29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm

โœ…๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested ยฃ2 donation.

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.

๐Ÿ“MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01582 500920
๐Ÿ“ง Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk

๐Ÿ’ฆ FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

๐Ÿ’ฆ Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.

๐Ÿ“† 2025 DATES
โ–ช๏ธMonday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
โ–ช๏ธ7 days a week
โ–ช๏ธ10am - 6pm

๐Ÿ’ฆ 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.

โ—๏ธIMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennettโ€™s Splash Park and Splashside Cafรฉ 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 *

๐Ÿ•
THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Cafรฉ 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.

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennettโ€™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.

๐Ÿ“š Exhibition: Roger W. Martin โ€“ A Collection at John Buyan Museum, Bedford


Time: 11:00 - 16:00

๐Ÿ›๏ธ Exhibition: Roger W. Martin โ€“ A Collection
In The Basement at Bunyan Gallery, John Bunyan Museum, Bedford. 


๐Ÿ—“ EXHIBITION DATES & TIMES
โ–ช๏ธ24th July โ€“ 30th August 2025
โ–ช๏ธTuesday to Saturday
โ–ช๏ธ11am โ€“ 4pm 

๐Ÿ“š WHAT'S ON DISPLAY?
A special exhibition showcasing the lifetime collection of Roger W. Martin, featuring: 
โœจ๏ธ Rare books, including The Pilgrimโ€™s Progress and Holy War 
โœจ๏ธ Historic pictures and objects connected to John Bunyan and his works 

๐Ÿ“– TRIBUTE TO A DEVOTED COLLECTOR
Roger W. Martin, who passed away 25 years ago, was known for his passion for Bunyanโ€™s legacyโ€”he always carried a copy of The Pilgrimโ€™s Progress with him. This exhibition honours his devotion and the generous donation of his collection to the museum in 2000.

๐Ÿ’ท ADMISSION - FREE

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone:
01234 270303 

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿผ Parents & Carers Under 21 Drop in - Bedford


Time: 11:00 - 12:00

๐Ÿ‘‹ Hey Mamas (and parents) under 21!
Looking for something fun to do with your little one? Want to meet other young parents who get it?

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿผ WHO'S THIS FOR?

Pregnant (22 weeks+) or got little ones under 5? Youโ€™re so welcome.

โ„น๏ธ ABOUT
Come hang out at our Young Parents Group.
Itโ€™s totally free, super friendly, and made just for you. Every Thursday at Cherry Tree Community Centre in Bedford.

๐Ÿ‘ฉโ€๐Ÿผ Chat, chill, and make new friends
๐ŸŽจ Fun stuff to do with your baby or toddler
๐Ÿ’ฌ Advice & support from our lovely team (no judgment here)
โ˜• Laughs and good vibes only

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 0300 323 0245
๐Ÿ“ง Email: familyhubs@bedford.gov.uk.

โ›ฑ๏ธ The Beach at Frosts, Woburn Sands 2025


โ›ฑ๏ธ Get ready for sun, sand and lots of smiles... as your little ones enjoy The Beach at Frosts in Woburn Sands this Summer 2025!

๐Ÿชฃ 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:
โ–ช๏ธ9.30am - 11.30am, 12pm to 2pm & 2.30pm - 4.30pm
โ–ช๏ธ*Sunday sessions 11am to 1pm & 2pm to 4pm

๐ŸŽŸ TICKETS COST:
You can book tickets on Frosts website via the event link.

โ–ช๏ธChild includes 1 adult: ยฃ5.99
โ–ช๏ธUnder 12 months attending with an older child: Free
โ–ช๏ธAdditional adult: ยฃ1

๐Ÿด Miniature Pony Experience - Woburn Sands


Time: 10:00 - 15:00 Price: ยฃ5.99

๐Ÿด Brought to you from the team at The Animal Experience, children can enjoy 20 minutes of fun learning all about miniature ponies at Woburn Sands Garden Centre this halt term 2025.

AGES: 4+

โ„น๏ธ WHAT TO EXPECT
The Animal Experience team will be bringing their miniature ponies to the garden centre where children will be able to groom them, walk them, and get to know how they are cared for.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 29th July
โ–ช๏ธThursday 31st July
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 5th August
โ–ช๏ธThursday 14th August

๐Ÿ•™ SESSION TIMES
Choose a session time between 10am - 2.40pm. Limited availability

๐ŸŽŸ TICKETS COST:
(You can book tickets via the event link)
โ–ช๏ธChild: ยฃ5.99
โ–ช๏ธAdult: ยฃ1.00

WHAT ELSE IS AT THE GARDEN CENTRE?

๐Ÿ˜‹ THE RESTAURANT
Onsite is a restaurant serving breakfasts untill 11:30am and other food such as; fish and chips, lasagne, pizzas, Jacket potatoes and lots more untill 3pm! They also serve hot and cold drinks. The milkshakes are delicious!
Check out the menu here:
https://wsgardencentre.uk/restaurant/

๐Ÿคธโ€โ™‚๏ธ SOFT PLAY - ยฃ2.50
For just ยฃ2.50, you can book a 60-minute play session in Woburn Sands Emporium soft play area for ages 1 - 6, plus adults go FREE! You can book a time slot via the event link.
Let their imagination run wild for one hour from a selected time booked 9am till 3pm!
๐ŸŒง Perfect for rainy days!
๐ŸŽŸ BOOK HERE:
https://www.wsemporiumevents.co.uk/soft-play-area 

๐Ÿง’ Free Summer Days - Leon Recreation Ground, Fenny Stratford (Booking Required)


Time: 09:30 - 11:30

๐ŸŽˆ Summer Play Days at Leon Park, Fenny Stratford.

โ–ช๏ธAGES:
Enjoy free play sessions for children under 12 โ€” full of creativity, choice, and adventure!

๐Ÿคฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
โœจ๏ธ Open Access Play: Children choose their own activities and play companions.
โœจ๏ธ Inclusive Fun: Activities designed for all abilities.
โœจ๏ธ Parental Supervision Required: Children must be accompanied at all times.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โ–ช๏ธWednesday 30 July: 9:30am โ€“ 11:30am   
โ–ช๏ธThursday 7 August: 9:30am โ€“ 11:30am   
โ–ช๏ธThursday 14 August: 9:30am โ€“ 11:30am    
โ–ช๏ธThursday 28 August: 1:30pm โ€“ 3:30pm 

*Hosted by MK Play Association  
Funded by Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council.
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๐Ÿ’ฆ Kids swim for ยฃ1 at The Oasis in Bedford this half term 2025!


Time: 09:00 - 10:00

๐Ÿ’ฆ Kids get to swim at Bedford Oasis for ยฃ1 this school holiday 2025, for our Swim for All sessions.

๐Ÿ—“ WHEN?
Sessions will start from July Half Term 2025 and will be held every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday at 9am.

๐ŸŠโ€โ™‚๏ธ SESSION NAME: Swim for all

๐Ÿ•˜ WHAT TIME?
9:00am - 10:00am

๐Ÿคฉ WHAT TO EXPECT

Our Swim for All sessions include a variety of fun features:
๐Ÿ’ง
Small Pool
๐Ÿ’งJets
๐Ÿ’งFountain
๐Ÿ’งSmall Slide
๐Ÿ’งFloats
๐Ÿ’งLazy River
๐Ÿ’งMain Pool

๐Ÿ” LOCKERS:
Lockers are refundable ยฃ1, some are 50p.

โ™ฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible wheel chair available for disabled users to enter the pool.

PRICE
โญ๏ธAdult: ยฃ6.75
โญ๏ธChild: ยฃ1.00
โญ๏ธ1 Adult and 1 Under 3: ยฃ6.75
โญ๏ธ1 Adult and 2 Under 3: ยฃ6.75

โ–ช๏ธPLEASE NOTE:
One competent adult swimmer may supervise up to 2 under 8โ€™s or non swimmers under 16 at a time.

๐ŸŽŸ HOW DO I BOOK?
Via the event link. This will direct to the booking page on the website.

โ˜Ž๏ธ CALL FOR ENQUIRES: 01234 272100 

๐Ÿฆ Universal Credit Low Cost Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!


๐Ÿต 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.

๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™€๏ธ WHO CAN GET THE REDUCED TICKETS?

Reduced price tickets to Whipsnade Zoo available for those currently receiving:
โ–ช๏ธUniversal Credit, 
โ–ช๏ธWorking Tax Credit, 
โ–ช๏ธChild Tax Credit, 
โ–ช๏ธEmployment and Support Allowance, 
โ–ช๏ธIncome Support 
โ–ช๏ธJobseekerโ€™s Allowance.

๐ŸŒ 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 3โ€™s go free and do not need to book โ€“ but must be accompanied by an adult with a booked ticket). As only full price tickets are available to buy at the gate.

๐Ÿ“ 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.

๐ŸŽŸ HOW MUCH ARE THE REDUCED TICKETS?
โ–ช๏ธADULT (AGES 16+)
  - ยฃ7.00 / ยฃ6.00     
โ–ช๏ธCHILD (3-15 YEARS) -  ยฃ4.00 / ยฃ3.00
โ–ช๏ธUNDER 3 - Free

ใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธใ€ฐ๏ธ

๐Ÿ’ก 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 ยฃ3 instead of costing ยฃ9. Be quick though they can sell out quickly.
https://share.toogoodtogo.com/item/699154/ 

๐ŸŒป The Fun Fields at The Patch, Milton Keynes - 2025


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

๐ŸŒป The Patch MK is home to The Last Footprint, The Flower Fields and The Fun Fields this Summer. If youโ€™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 โ€“ Saturday 30th August 2025

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
(closed Mondays except Bank Holidays)
โ–ช๏ธTuesday - Sunday: 10am โ€“ 5pm

๐Ÿคฉ WHAT TO EXPECT

๐Ÿฆ– 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
๐ŸŒผ Roller Bowler
๐ŸŒผ Wall Ball
๐ŸŒผ The Slide Hive
๐ŸŒผ Cornboy Lassoing
๐ŸŒผ Cornholing (but donโ€™t google this, it is not what you find on the internet!!)
๐ŸŒผ The Duck Flight
๐ŸŒผ 9-Hole Family Mini Golf
๐ŸŒผ Climbing Wall
๐ŸŒผ Mini Beach Area
๐ŸŒผ Bale Mountain
๐ŸŒผ Duck Racing
๐ŸŒผ Bale Cart Slide Trailer
๐ŸŒผ Barrel Train Rides

๐Ÿ‘€ The Labyrinth of Illusions

The UKโ€™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!

๐Ÿค THE SHRINKING ROOM
Experience the magic from the original โ€œCharlie and the Chocolate Factoryโ€ film!
As you stroll down this captivating corridor, youโ€™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.

๐Ÿ THE ANTI - GRAVITY ROOM
The โ€˜Anti-Gravity Roomโ€™ 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.

๐ŸŒ€ 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.

๐Ÿชž DISTORTING MIRRORS
These mirrors are sure to give you, your friends, and your family plenty to laugh about.

๐Ÿ“ 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!

๐ŸŽŸ ONLINE TICKET COST FOR COMBINED FUN & FLOWER:
โ–ช๏ธAdult entry: ยฃ14.95
โ–ช๏ธChild entry: ยฃ14.95
โ–ช๏ธGroup ticket - Admits 4 people: ยฃ55.00
โ–ช๏ธChild under 18 months: ยฃ0.00
โ–ช๏ธConcession - 65 years and above: ยฃ12.95
โ–ช๏ธCarer & disabled Ticket. Admits two.
Access card required: ยฃ22.50

โ„น๏ธ FOR BOOKING & MORE INFORMATION:
Click via the event link. 

๐Ÿž Insect Trail 2025 - Rushmere Country Park


Time: 09:00 - 16:00 Price: ยฃ3.00

๐Ÿž 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!

โ„น๏ธ DETAILS
Pick up your trail sheet for ยฃ3 in the Visitor Centre open 9am โ€“ 4pm daily. All proceeds from the trail are invested back into the park which is run on a not for profit basis.

๐Ÿ› 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.

๐Ÿงšโ€โ™€๏ธ A Family accessible trail is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs where visitors can search for fairies and have a photograph in the Giantโ€™s Chair.

๐ŸŒณ FOR WALK & TRAIL IDEAS - Click here

๐Ÿ“–  FOOD & DRINK
๐Ÿ”ธ๏ธ The Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck
OPEN:
8amโ€“4.00pm daily
for breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, cake and ice cream (hot food served until 3.30pm).

๐Ÿ”ธ๏ธ 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 cafรฉ 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.

๐Ÿถ DOG AREAS AT THE RESTAURANT
Dogs are welcome on our decking and outside seating areas โ€“ assistance dogs only allowed inside the cafe. Dog water bowls are available.

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking charges apply.

๐ŸŽŠ Free Adventure & Action - Dunstable


Time: 11:00 - 14:00

๐ŸŽŠ Dunstable Town Councilโ€™s has an exciting line-up of free and low-cost activities for children aged 0 to 10 years old during summer half term 2025.

2025 EVENT DATES & LOCATIONS

๐Ÿ—“ Thursday 14 August: 11 am to 2 pm
๐Ÿช– Adventure & Action (Free)

๐Ÿ“Priory Gardens
AGES: 3 to 10 years old

๐Ÿ—“ Thursday 21 August
๐Ÿ›น Skate Skill School (Free, booking required)

๐Ÿ“ Grove Skate Park
(Sessions: 10 am to 11 am & 11 am to 12 noon (12 spaces per session โ€“ booking required)
AGES: 5 to 10 years old.

๐ŸŽŸ CALL TO BOOK FOR SKATE & SCOOT
Call to book for Skate & Scoot - everything else is JUST TURN UP and enjoy!

๐Ÿ˜Š SEND NEEDS

We aim to be inclusive. If your child has specific SEND needs, please call us or email us to discuss.

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01582 891434
๐Ÿ“ง Email: communities@dunstable.gov.uk

๐ŸŒŽ World Games Trail 2025 - Jordans Mill, Broom


Time: 09:30 - 15:30 Price: ยฃ4.00

๐Ÿ† Get active, get competitive and most of all, have fun this summer 2025 at Jordans Mill in Broom!

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES & TIMES
Saturday 19th July โ€“ Tuesday 2nd September
โ–ช๏ธ 7 days a week
โฐ 9:30am โ€“ 3:30pm

โ›ณ๏ธ EVENT DETAILS
Take on our exciting World Games Childrenโ€™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!

๐Ÿ… Are you up for the challenge?! ๐Ÿ…

๐Ÿ’ท COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, PAY ON THE DAY
ยฃ4 per child, includes trail sheet and a prize

โ˜•๏ธ 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

โ„น๏ธ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone:
01767 603940
๐Ÿ“ง Email:
info@jordansmill.com
๐Ÿ“˜ Facebook:
Jordans Mill

โ›ณ๏ธโšฝ๏ธ Disc & Football Golf at Box End Water Park in Kempston


Price: ยฃ6.00

โšฝ๏ธ 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!

๐Ÿ‘€ Watch how to play on this YouTube link.

โ›ณ๏ธ 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?

โšฝ๏ธ DISC & FOOTBALLS
Got your own disc or football? Bring them along with you or you can choose to rent one of ours for ยฃ2.50pp.

โณ๏ธ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!

๐Ÿ•™ 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.

๐ŸŽŸ BOOKING A TIME SLOT - ยฃ6pp
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.

๐Ÿ—บ 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!

๐Ÿฝ FREE ENTRY TO KNOTTS OF TEMPSFORD FARM


Time: 09:00 - 17:00

๐Ÿฐ HERE IS A FREE ENTRY FARM TO VISIT IN TEMPSFORD BEDFORDSHIRE!

๐Ÿ’ฅ WHATSUP BEDFORDSHIRE RECOMENDATION....


๐Ÿ—“ OPENING DAYS & TIMES
โ–ช๏ธThursday, Friday & Saturday: 9am - 5pm
โ–ช๏ธSunday: 10am - 4pm

โ„น๏ธ ABOUT KNOTTS OF TEMPSFORD
Knotts is a family-run, working farm located in the beautiful village of Tempsford, Bedfordshire.

๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™€๏ธ FREE STUFF
Keep the kids occupied with a FREE play area and pedal karts. You get to see some animals too!

๐ŸŽซ CHARGABLE EXPERIENCES ON THE Knotts Of Tempsford WEBSITE that you will need to book in advance (limited).
โญ๏ธ Llama Walking (ages 10+): ยฃ20
โญ๏ธ Greet the Goats: ยฃ7
โญ๏ธ Pig Pop In: ยฃ12.50
โญ๏ธ Pat a pet: ยฃ8.75
โญ๏ธ Pamper the ponies: ยฃ15
โญ๏ธ Tractor Ride: ยฃ5

๐Ÿ” 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.

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

๐Ÿฆ† The Taskmaster Half Term 2025 - Wrest Park, Silsoe


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

๐Ÿ 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. 


Wrest Park


๐ŸŒž EVENT DETAILS
Itโ€™s all fun and games at Wrest Park this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into.

Weโ€™ve partnered with TVโ€™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 wonโ€™t be doing the tasks with you โ€ฆ which does mean youโ€™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.

๐ŸŽŸ 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.

โ–ช๏ธAdult: From ยฃ17.20
โ–ช๏ธChildren (5 - 17): From ยฃ10.90
โ–ช๏ธUnder 5: Free entry
โ–ช๏ธSenior 65+: From ยฃ15.90
โ–ช๏ธStudent: From ยฃ15.90
โ–ช๏ธFamily with 1 adult & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ28.60
โ–ช๏ธFamily with 2 adults & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ46.30
โ–ช๏ธEssential Companion: Free

โœจ๏ธ MEMBERS - FREE
Members get free entry.
If youโ€™re a member, youโ€™ll also need to bring your membership card. You can only use the member rate for people included in your membership.
 
FAQโ“๏ธ
Got any questions? Check out our Taskmaster FAQs

โ˜•๏ธ THE CAFE & SHOP
Feeling peckish? Head to the Wrest Park cafรฉ 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.

โ›ฑ๏ธ Hitchin Beach 2025

Thursday 14 August 2025

Time: 10:00 - 16:00

โ›ฑ๏ธ 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!

๐Ÿชฃ Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
 

๐ŸŽก Willen Lake Summer Funfair 2025


Time: 13:00 - 21:00

๐ŸŽ  Milton Keynes, Willen lake summer funfair is returning this Summer 2025. Free Entry.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 SUMMER DATES
All the fun of the fair will be returning to Willen lake from the 24th July everyday until 17th August 2025.

๐Ÿ• TIMES
โ–ช๏ธWeekdays 1pm - 9pm
โ–ช๏ธWeekends 12pm - 10pm

๐ŸŽก WHAT TO EXPECT
With new rides for 2025 thereโ€™s something for the whole family to enjoy so fetch your family to Milton Keynes favourite park for some summer fun!
โœจ๏ธ Waltzer
โœจ๏ธ Superstar
โœจ๏ธ Miami
โœจ๏ธ Dodgems
โœจ๏ธ Twister
โœจ๏ธ Orbiter
โœจ๏ธ Giant Wheel
โœจ๏ธ High Flyer
โœจ๏ธ Midnight Express
โœจ๏ธ Apple Coaster
โœจ๏ธ LOADS Of Childrens Rides
โœจ๏ธ Games & Stalls

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Plenty Of Onsite Parking (Fee's Apply).

๐Ÿงฑ LEGOยฎ Build the Change: Nature-Friendly Habitat Build - Tring Museum (FREE)


Time: 10:30 - 15:30

๐Ÿงฑ Choose your challenge and be part of the movement to build a better world, one brick at a time.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES

โ–ช๏ธTuesday 12th August
โ–ช๏ธWednesday 13th August
โ–ช๏ธThursday 19th August
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 20th August
โ–ช๏ธWednesday 21st August
โ–ช๏ธThursday 22nd August
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 26th August
โ–ช๏ธWednesday 27th August
โ–ช๏ธThursday 28th August

๐Ÿ•ฅ TIMES
โ–ช๏ธ10.30amโ€“12.00pm & 14.00pmโ€“15.30pm

๐Ÿ’ EVENT DETAILS
Design ways to clean up habitats, build safe corridors for animals to travel or create secure places for them to raise their young.

๐Ÿงฑ ABOUT
Build the Change is a LEGO Group Social Impact Program, funded by the LEGO Foundation. It inspires and empowers children around the world to build a more sustainable future through play.

โ–ช๏ธAGES:
Recommended for ages 6+. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

๐ŸŽŸ BOOKING ADVISED
During school holidays, it can get quite busy, it is advised to book to guarantee access into the Museum. Book here.

โ„น๏ธ PLEASE NOTE
This is a free drop in activity. You may have to queue.

๐ŸŒž SUMMER HOLIDAY STAY & PLAY SESSIONS IN HENLOW - 2025


Time: 09:30 - 12:30

๐ŸŒž Weโ€™re opening our forest gates for a very limited number of Stay & Play sessions this summer 2025 in the forest at Henlow Bridge Lakes! These are perfect for families with an adult available to attend and looking for something a little wild and wonderful to do together.

โ–ช๏ธAGES: 4 - 10

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES
โ–ช๏ธ
Thursday 7th August
โ–ช๏ธThursday 14th August
โ–ช๏ธThursday 21st August
โ–ช๏ธThursday 28th August

๐Ÿคฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Crafting, cooking, nature and real forest school fun!

Planned activities include:
โœจ๏ธ Make your own bow and arrow
โœจ๏ธ Create a training stick
โœจ๏ธ Try your hand at Nordic weaving
โœจ๏ธ Cook your own pizza on the fire
โœจ๏ธ Juggling ball makingโ€ฆand LOADS more!

Food & drink:
Snack & drink included.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKETS COST:
โ–ช๏ธ
1 Adult + 1 Child: ยฃ15.00
โ–ช๏ธAdditional child: ยฃ10.00
โ–ช๏ธAdditional Adult: ยฃ4.00

โ„น๏ธ BOOKING
Places are very limited, so donโ€™t miss out!
Spread the word with friends and family and join us in the forest, where the magic happens.
BOOK NOW via the event link to avoid disappointment.

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT NUMBER FOR MORE INFORMATION
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01462 342050 

โ›ฑ๏ธ Milton Keynes Beach 2025


Time: 09:30 - 18:00

โ›ฑ๏ธ If youโ€™re searching for the best family-friendly summer day out in Milton Keynes, youโ€™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 youโ€™re a local or visiting for the day, you wonโ€™t want to miss out on this urban beach adventure!

โœ…๏ธ FREE ENTRY!
โœ…๏ธ RAINY DAY IDEA
โœ…๏ธ DECK CHAIRS

๐Ÿ—“ WHEN?
โ–ช๏ธ8th August โ€“ 31st August 2025
โ–ช๏ธMon-Fri: 9:30am-6pm
โ–ช๏ธSat: 9am-7pm
โ–ช๏ธSun:10:30am-6pm
โ–ช๏ธMonday 25th Aug: to 10:30am - 6pm.

๐Ÿคฉ EVERY TUESDAY - PUNCH & JUDY
๐Ÿคฉ EVERY THURSDAY - FACE - PAINTING

โ›ฑ๏ธ THINGS TO DO AT THE BEACH
๐Ÿš Build sandcastles
and paddle your feet in the sand
๐Ÿš Enjoy classic fairground rides like teacups, trampolines, and mini rollercoasters
๐Ÿš Grab tasty treats โ€“ from ice cream and candyfloss to burgers and slushies
๐Ÿš Join free entertainment including live music, games, and kidsโ€™ shows 
(check the centre:mk events calendar!) 

๐Ÿ›ก Historical Nonsense 2025 - Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton (FREE)


Time: 11:00 - 17:00

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Ready for Historical Nonsense this summer at Stockwood Discovery Centre - and it's completely free!

๐Ÿ—“ DATES & TIME:
Drop in anytime between 11amโ€“5pm and dive into hands-on, history-inspired fun for all ages. Untill 28 August 2025.

๐Ÿคฉ FREE ACTIVITIES & DATES
โœจ๏ธ Tuesday 29 July - Vikings Voyage
Braid a Viking bracelet, create a catapult, make your own longboat.

โœจ๏ธ Thursday 31 July - WW1 Armistice Arts
Make paper planes, make a pinwheel poppy and create your own medal.

โœจ๏ธ Tuesday 5 August - Ancient Greece A Grecian Discovery
Make a laurel leaf headband, design a dramatic mask, make an ancient brooch.

โœจ๏ธ Thursday 7 August - Medieval Mayhem
Create a stained glass window, make your own sword, medieval letters

โœจ๏ธ Tuesday 12 August - A Tudor Tournament
Design your own knights banner, create your own royal crown, Tudor finger puppet fun.

โœจ๏ธ Thursday 14 August - Victorious Victorians
Make your own picture spinner, make paper flowers, weave your own flower.

โœจ๏ธ Tuesday 19 August - Exciting Egyptians
Make an Egyptian collar, create a fan, design your own pharaoh headdress.

โœจ๏ธ Thursday 21 August - Ancient Celts Boudica's Bash
Design your own Celtic knot, create a tree of life, make a Celtic inspired amulet.

โœจ๏ธ Tuesday 26 August - The Great Georgian Gala
Make a silhouette picture, colouring in nature themed letters, quill your own picture.

โœจ๏ธ Thursday 28 August - WW2 Operation Spitfire
Make your own spitfire, create a poppy, design your own paper people.

โœ…๏ธ FREE - NO BOOKING REQUIRED
 
โ˜•๏ธ THE GARDEN CAFE
https://www.culturetrust.com/spaces/garden-cafe