👻 Boo-tiful News… Our Pumpkin Patch is Back for 2025 at Standalone Farm in Letchworth!

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Saturday 11 – Friday 31 October

🎃 WHAT TO EXPECT
It’s bigger, spookier, and more magical than ever! Wander through our pumpkin wonderland and discover pumpkins of every shape and size, perfect for picking, posing, and snapping your fang-tastic photos (don’t forget to tag us so we can see your gourd-geous smiles!).

🎟 WHAT YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:

🐷  Farm entry: Tickets to the patch include day entry to Standalone Farm from 10am-5pm on the day of your pumpkin patch slot —come meet our friendly alpacas, pigs, rabbits, horses, and all the other farmyard friends.
🌾 Halloween Hay Maze – dare you take a twisty, turny trip through our straw-filled labyrinth?
👣 Free games & a Halloween trail with prizes to be won!
💰 Hunt the Golden Pumpkin -  A daily hunt for the Golden Pumpkin—find it and you’ll win a pumpkin to take home (for free!)

📍 WHERE IS THE PUMPKIN PATCH?
The pumpkin patch will be in the field next to the car park. Facepainting will take place in our polytunnel and the other activities will be throughout the farm.

For our pumpkin patch head towards the usual farm entrance; our staff will be on hand to check your tickets and guide you to the event entrance.

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults & children: £4.00pp
▪️Annual Pass Holders: £3.50pp
▪️Under 2's: FREE

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01462 686775
📧 Email: info@standalonefarm.com 

🎳 Strike up some midweek fun at GObowling in Dunstable.

🎉 ABOUT THE OFFER
Enjoy 3 games of bowling for only £10 from Tuesday to Thursday from midday till close – that’s less than £3.50 a game!

Whether you’re looking to practice your game or just get together with friends. Take a break from the daily grind and join us at GObowling to unwind and reconnect with friends.

ℹ️ BOOKING 

Please call to book a lane
☎️ Phone: 01582 472727

Please note: This offer is not valid during school holidays.

🗺 Join us for a beginner friendly art session: Fantasy Map Drawing and Miniatures Painting at the Sandringham Hub in Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire.

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️October 2nd, 16th, 23rd, 30th
▪️November 13th, 20th, 27th
▪️December 4th, 11th

▪️AGES: Suitable for ages 14+, Staff and Volunteers are Enhanced DBS checked. Please let us know if you require a carer or guardian with you, who will not be participating, as we will reserve them a chair free of charge.

ℹ️ ABOUT US
More Than Board Games is a new Social Enterprise, created to unite and support people using the power of board games. We are a not-for-profit Community Interest Company, money we make from ticket sales is used to fund community projects hosted by More Than Board Games.

This event is run by More Than Board Games, in partnership and shared space with Sew What Have I Found For You.

More Than Board Games Community Interest Company is a proud member of the Safe Space Alliance.

✅️ NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED
Perfect for D&D, TTRPG and Warhammer fans or those looking for an accessible way into a new hobby. Step-by-step assistance, friendly hosts, free refreshments all evening.

✅️ WHAT'S INCLUDED?
No experience or materials needed, we provide everything. (Yes, even a primed miniature figurine!). If you would like to bring your own miniatures, then you are welcome do so. We ask that you still purchase a ticket to reserve a space.

📍HOW TO FIND US
▪️Location: 48 Sandringham Dr, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 5UP
▪️By Car: The Hub is close to both Houghton Regis and Dunstable town centre. It can be reached via Junction 11 (Luton) of the M1 motorway and is within easy reach of the A5 in Dunstable.
▪️Bus Stops: Milton Way and Windsor Drive serviced by Arriva: A & Z Busses
▪️Train Stations: The nearest stations are Leagrave and Luton

🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Free, unreserved, on street parking: Sandringham Drive and Tudor Drive

♿️ ACCESS INFORMATION
Stepfree access throughout the entire building. Main entrance door: 74cm - 154cm. Meeting room door:90cm. Table height: 72cm & 78cm. Wheelchair access toilet onsite.

📧 ENQUIRIES
If you require anymore information for this event please contact our friendly team at events@morethanboardgames.co.uk

🎟 TICKET COST: £5 person - plus ticket fee. 

🔥 Forbidden Nights is here, celebrating 10 years of muscles, mayhem and over 11,000 shirt rips at Grove Theatre in Dunstable.

▪️AGE: 18+

Were you excited by the show-stopping performance on Britain’s Got Talent? If you were left craving more, then get ready to experience their live stage show where YOU can be the ultimate judge! Get ready because Forbidden Nights is coming!

This show is not only hot, it’s hilarious. This is your sign from the universe urging you to create unforgettable memories and finally have that incredible night out you’ve been putting off for too long. This isn’t just a typical show; get ready to dive right in and interact like never before. Sing along from your seat or go all out and book a stage pass for the ultimate experience. Each ticket includes a free meet and greet cast photo opportunity.

🎟 TICKETS COST - FROM £24.50
NOTE: A £3.50 transaction fee will be applied to your booking. You can book via the event link.

♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Tickets can be not booked online please phone the box office.

☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01582 60 20 80

👶 Wilstead Little Wonders Playgroup is at Wilstead Village Hall on Thursday's, term time only.

😋 FOOD & DRINK
▪️Vegan, Vegetarian food & drink
▪️Hot drinks & snacks to go
▪️Eat in or takeaway

💳 ENTRY - CASH OR CARD
▪️Child: £5
▪️Sibling: £3

ℹ️ KEEP UPDATED
Follow the Facebook page incase of any changes or cancellations.

🎶 Join Down for the Count All-Stars, the UK's hardest swinging band, for "one hellova celebration of vintage music" (TimeOut London) – it's time to Swing That Music!

ℹ️ ABOUT
Described as "a breath of fresh air on the swing scene" (Twinwood Festival), Down for the Count are regularly found in legendary clubs across the UK and abroad (Ronnie Scott's London, Le Caveau de la Huchette Paris), at festivals such as London Jazz Festival, and on BBC Radio.

Now, they’re bringing the sounds and vibes of the best jazz clubs to theatres around the country – with an electrifying show packed full of energy, top-notch musicianship, and bags of their signature wit and charm.

🎤 WHAT TO EXPECT
In this new show for 2025, you'll hear instrumental songs from the likes of Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Glenn Miller, vocal classics from singers such as Nat 'King' Cole, Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald, and original arrangements of jazz standards penned by the band’s own musicians.

Down for the Count recreate classic tunes from the Swing Era, but this is no mere nostalgia trip – the band perform each song in their own unmistakable style, breathing new life into the best vintage music. Combine that with the top-tier instrumental solos, sublime vocal performances, and irresistible warmth and joie de vivre, and you get a show that will leave you in the highest spirits, wanting more.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
The Quarry Theatre aims to make all its facilities accessible to all members of the community. Both the main auditorium and studio theatre have step-free/wheelchair access and we have an accessible toilet with baby-changing facilities in the bar. The main auditorium is also installed with an induction loop. The theatre forecourt has provision for two 'Blue Badge' parking spaces but we advise you call to book a space. Four seats on the front row of the stalls are reserved for those not able to use steps. These are not put on sale online, so please call if you would like to book these on  01234 362337 or by e-mail to boxoffice@quarrytheatre.org.uk.

🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
We have space for two 'Blue Badge' vehicles on the theatre forecourt. Please let us know if you would like to reserve a space in advance, as often the forecourt area is used by visiting company vehicles. We recommend using the St Peter's Street Car Park. This is only 2 - 3 mins walk from the venue and free after 6pm weekdays and Sundays. On Saturdays the council are currently offering up to 2 hours free parking in their car parks (updated 05/12/23).

🎟 TICKET PRICE:
▪️Standard Ticket: £28.00 

⭐A fun group for children with SEND and their Parents and Carers. Explore our wonderful Children’s Centre in Flitwick while spending time with other parents/carers and young children who have additional needs.

✅️ NO BOOKING JUST TURN UP.
▪️Weekly on Thursday's
▪️1:30pm - 2.30pm

▪️AGES: 12 & Under

😌 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our, 'Stay and Play in Our Own Way' sessions are open for all families/carers with children aged up to 12. Even if your children are at school, please do still come along to build friendships and gain advice and support from professionals. A member of staff from the SEND Team attends every session, so they are on hand for specific support.

🧸 Explore our lovely Children’s Centre
🤝 Connect with other families
💬 Enjoy a relaxed space to play, chat, and share experiences

We’d love to welcome you and your little ones.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS FOR ANY ENQUIRES
☎️ Telephone 0300 300 8111
📧 Email: flitwick.childrencentre@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk

🐵 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/ 

✨ STAY & PLAY  Let the kids run wild and leave the mess to us at Ignite Studios in Biggleswade. Our café is open till 6pm too!
Come join the fun at Ignite - it’s the perfect playtime escape!

🗓 WHEN?
▪️Tuesday's, Thursday's & Friday's
▪️9am - 2pm
▪️STAY as long as you like

💳 COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED
▪️£4 -  One price per family, not per child.