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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.

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๐Ÿ‘ป Weird in the Wade Ghost & Ghouls Walk 2025


Time: 18:45 Price: ยฃ7.50

๐Ÿ‘ป Join Nat for a spooky adventure in Biggleswade as we explore the eerie side of this historic town.

โ–ช๏ธAGES: 16+

โ„น๏ธ ABOUT
Nat, creator and host of Weird in the Wade podcast will lead you on a journey through haunted streets and mysterious alleyways, sharing chilling tales of ghostly encounters along the way. Whether you're a skeptic or a true believer, this tour is sure to send shivers down your spine. Don't miss out on this unforgettable experience!

๐Ÿ• HOW LONG DOES THE WALK TAKE?
The walk takes aproximately one hour and thirty minutes with plenty of places to sit along the way.

๐Ÿ“MEETING POINT
The Water Fountain, opposite the White Hart, Biggleswade.
The walk starts outside and to the side of the Bigg Theatre at the Edwardian Water Fountain and concludes at the Golden Pheasant Pub with the option to stay for a drink.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKETS COST: ยฃ7:50
Numbers for the walk are strictly limited but more dates will be added soon.

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 

๐Ÿ– Free Crafts Table for Kids - The Crown, Flitwick


Time: 12:00 - 18:00

๐ŸŒž Looking for something to do over the Summer Hols? Look no further! We will have a FREE crafts table for the kids at The Crown in Flitwick this half term every Monday and Tuesday between 12 & 6pm.

๐Ÿง’ WHAT ELSE TO KNOW?
We have a kids menu too and lots of space and activities for them to do in our huge enclosed garden! We'd love to see you all! You can view the menu on the website via the event link.

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

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’ฅ๐ŸŽณ Tenpin Tuesday - 50% off in Milton Keynes


Time: 18:00 - 22:00

๐ŸŽณ Tenpin Tuesday at Milton Keynes.
Who doesnโ€™t love a deal? Youโ€™ll love our Tenpin Tuesday offer with an incredible saving of:
๐Ÿ’ฅ 50% off bowling and selected drinks every Tuesday!

๐Ÿ•™ WHAT TIME IS THIS OFFER IN THE  SCHOOL HOLIDAYS?

โ–ช๏ธSchool holiday times: After 6pm in the school holidays.

Bring your family and friends down to your local Tenpin to enjoy low cost bowling with the added bonus of savings on your drinks too. Spend some quality time together with family and friends and create happy memories. Do you have what it takes to become the King or Queen of bowling.

๐ŸŽฎ OTHER THINGS TO DO
There are arcades and a pool table.
The fun doesn't end there though with 2 exclusive karaoke rooms, a laser tag arena, and 4 escape rooms all vying for your attention.

๐Ÿป SELECTED 50% OFF DRINK OFFERS

๐Ÿ’ท COST PER GAME
โ–ช๏ธJunior price (upto 16 years): ยฃ4.00
โ–ช๏ธAdult price ยฃ4.75
(Please note, prices can change at anytime.

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ PARKING INFORMATION
 Be sure to put your car registration number into the system at Tenpin so you don't incur a fine.

โœ…๏ธ ONLINE BOOKING VIA THE EVENT LINK
Donโ€˜t miss out on any of our bowling offers by booking ahead online to secure your lane at the location of Milton Keynes.

โ„น๏ธ BOOKING & QUERIES
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 0333 034 6100

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

๐ŸŒณ ๐ŸŒณ Forest School Family Fun - Marston Moretaine


Time: 13:00 - 14:30 Price: ยฃ7.50

๐ŸŒณ Especially for families with children up to approximately 12 years old. At least 1 adult per group of children.

๐Ÿชต WHAT TO EXPECT
Come and spend some time in the woods with Ruth doing woodland crafts, a scavenger hunt, den building, sawing, exploring and more.

๐Ÿšป TOILETS & REFRESHMENTS 
Toilets and Refreshments will be available in The Cafรฉ at The Forest Centres main building.

โœ…๏ธ INSTRUCTIONS
โ–ช๏ธ
Make your way to the woods for 10am.
โ–ช๏ธPlease dress for the weather

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ PARKING
ยฃ1 - ยฃ3 or join as a Friend of the Forest if you are a regular visitor - see the forest centre for more information.

๐Ÿ—บ HOW TO FIND US
park in the main car park and follow the main path towards the wind turbine, stay on the path and you'll find us in the woods on the right of the main path. It's about a 10 minute walk so please allow time to get to us. The park is buggy, bike, scooter friendly and can be muddy with puddles enroute.

๐Ÿ—“ HALF TERM 2025 DATES IN MARSTON
โ–ช๏ธ
Tuesday 29th July
โ–ช๏ธ
Tuesday 5th August
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 12th August

๐ŸŽŸ TICKETS COST: ยฃ7.50 Per Child
You can book via the event link.
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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

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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. 

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

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.

๐Ÿงช Kitchen Science - Stotfold Mill


Time: 10:00 - 15:30 Price: ยฃ5.00

โ˜€๏ธ Stuck for ideas for keeping your kids entertained over the summer hols?  Here at the Mill our popular kids' activities are running throughout the summer of 2025.

๐Ÿงช KITCHEN SCIENCE EVENT DETAILS
Our first session - 'Kitchen Science' is on 29th July 2025. Taking place outside in the fresh air - and suitable for younger children (School years 1-6), we explore the amazing scientific reactions and (safe!) explosions that can be created from everyday items. 

๐Ÿ•™ TIME SLOTS
Morning and afternoon slots - which are both 2 hours long (10am-12pm or 13.30pm-15.30pm).

๐Ÿ™‹โ€โ™€๏ธ EXTEND YOUR DAY...
Why not plan a walk or picnic in our Nature Reserve as well?  We have a brand new boardwalk and there is plenty to see and do!  You can find children's activity sheets in the Mill entrance.

๐ŸŽŸ TICKETS COST: ยฃ5 PER CHILD

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
๐Ÿ“ง Email: Activities@stotfoldmill.com
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 01462 734541

๐Ÿ„ Mythical Craft and Play Afternoon - Oakley


Time: 14:00 - 16:00

๐Ÿ„ Join The Bee & Bottle Ceramics at our First Play and Make event at our Oakley Studio.

๐Ÿงšโ€โ™€๏ธ EVENT DETAILS
Activities include Fairy garden making, tiny pottery making, Circus play equipment, Face Painting, games and book swap. Pay as you paint ceramics available in studio.
Tea, coffee and squash provided. Feel free to bring your own snacks.

๐Ÿ’ท COST
โ–ช๏ธFree for Members
โ–ช๏ธยฃ4 for non members (pay on arrival)

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 07908987959
๐Ÿ“ง Email: beeandbottle.ceramics@gmail.com

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 

๐Ÿง’ Free Family Drop - In Sessions - St Mary's Church, Goldington, Bedford


Time: 14:30 - 16:30

๐Ÿง’ Join St Mary's Church in Goldington Bedford on Tuesday afternoons (as seen below) for free family drop in sessions, in the Church Hall and paddock for fun, craft, games, activities and a snack.

โ–ช๏ธAGES:
Targeted especially for children under 12 years old.

WHAT TO EXPECT
โœจ๏ธ
Games 
โœจ๏ธ Activities 
โœจ๏ธ Craft 
โœจ๏ธ Snacks 

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DROP IN AFTERNOON DATES
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 29th July
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 5th August
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 12th August
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 19th August
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 26th August

โ„น๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
For more details, please reach out to: 
Ceri-Anne 

๐Ÿ“ง Email: family.stmarysgoldington@gmail.com
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 07872 052175

๐Ÿ—บSAT NAVS
For Sat Navs use MK41 0AN 

๐ŸŽก Willen Lake Summer Fair 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).

๐Ÿ‹ Free Ocean Exploration - Tring Museum


Time: 10:30 - 15:30

๐ŸŒŠ Drop in to our ocean-themed handling and craft workshop.

โ–ช๏ธAGES:
Recommended for ages 4+.

๐Ÿ—“ 2025 DATES
โ–ช๏ธ
Tuesday 22 โ€“ Thursday 24 July
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 29 โ€“ Thursday 31 July
โ–ช๏ธTuesday 5 โ€“ Thursday 7 August

๐Ÿ•› TIMES
10.30am โ€“12.00pm and 14.00pmโ€“15.30pm

๐Ÿณ EVENT DETAILS
Get up close to fascinating specimens as you discover the wonderful variety of sea life, from corals and seahorses to whales and sharks. Find out how plastics affect them and how together we can help look after these incredible creatures.

๐Ÿข GET CREATIVE
Plus, create and take home an ocean animal craft to remember your day.

๐ŸŽŸ BOOKING ADVISED
Half-terms and school holidays are particularly busy times for us. Booking is advised to guarantee entry.
Book your free entry ticket

โ™ฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY
This event is fully wheelchair accessible.
We can provide you with a wheelchair or folding chair to carry if you email us at:
๐Ÿ“ง Email: tring-bookings@nhm.ac.uk.
If youโ€™d like to discuss accessibility
requirements, email us.

๐Ÿ…ฟ๏ธ PARKING 
There is free car parking on Hastoe Lane. It has 48 spaces, including three Blue Badge holder spaces and two parent-and-toddler spaces.
Alternative car parks are available off the High Street. The car parks managed by Dacorum Borough Council are free for the first hour with a small charge after that.

โ›ณ๏ธ FREE Crazy Golf - Houghton Hall park


Time: 13:00 - 16:00

โ›ณ๏ธ Looking for another great event to keep you busy over the summer holidays? Join us for Summer Crazy Golf at Houghton Hall Park, Houghton Regis on Tuesday 29th July 2025!

๐Ÿคฉ FREE NO NEED TO BOOK
Itโ€™s completely FREE, no need to book โ€“ just turn up and have fun! Whether you're a mini golf master or a first-time putter, this colourful, quirky course is packed with laughs and perfect for the whole family.

Come along for a day of friendly competition, sunshine (hopefully ๐Ÿคž), and unforgettable memories โ€“ itโ€™s going to be tee-rific!

๐Ÿค” WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
(WhatsUp Bedfordshire idea)

There is a play park, an accessible path to walk or Scoot around plus a cafe with indoor and outdoor seating. You will also find a Hungry Horse around the corner for value meals. You will also find a Morrions cafe near by where kids eat free! 

๐Ÿ“ฝ Toy Story at Flitwick Library


Time: 11:00

๐Ÿ“ฝ Start the holidays with a relaxed showing of the classic family film - Toy Story at Flitwick Library Tuesday 29 July 2025 from 11am.

๐Ÿ˜Œ RELAXED SCREENING
Our relaxed screenings are catered to welcome those who find the cinema environment difficult. We welcome neurodivergent people, families with small children and anyone else who would benefit or like to come to the showing.

The differences put in place are:
โœจ๏ธ the lights on dimly
โœจ๏ธ sound is quieter
โœจ๏ธ movement or noise is welcome

๐ŸŽŸ TICKETS COST:
โ–ช๏ธยฃ3 for adults
โ–ช๏ธยฃ1 for children

โœ…๏ธ BOOKING
All children must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets must be purchased prior to the event collected at Flitwick Library.

โ„น๏ธ ENQUIRIES
โ˜Ž๏ธ Phone: 0300 300 8057

โ›ฑ๏ธ Hitchin Beach 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!
 

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 

๐ŸŽˆStory Garden - Barton Library


Time: 10:00 - 11:00

Krisgar is back in Barton Library - but with a twist! ๐ŸŽˆ

๐Ÿคฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Thanks to the amazing "Friends of Barton Library", children can pop-in and see Bedfordshire's most popular entertainer Krisgar as he hands out FREE balloon models at Barton-le-Clay Library between 10-11am on TUES 29 JUL 2025.

๐Ÿ—“ Tues 29 July: 10amโ€“11am ONLY
Come for the balloons, stay for the books 
Sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge and explore even more fun events at Barton Library this summer! 

*No show this timeโ€”just 1 hour of balloons, so don't miss out!