🏚 Halloween in the House 2025 (National Trust) - Wimpole Estate
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 12:00 - 15:30
🕷 Stand beneath the spider stairwell, draped with cobwebs and clinging creatures, look on at the frightful feast laid out in the dining room, and follow the woodcutter trail along the Long Gallery this spooky season. Those brave enough to venture into the basement will find flickering candlelight casting dancing shadows on the walls.
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️15th October - 2nd November 2025
🕘 2025 OCTOBER/ NOVEMBER TIMES:
▪️Halloween in the House: 12pm - 3.30pm
▪️Vistors Welcome: 9:30am - 4pm
▪️Hall: 12pm - 3.30pm
▪️Garden: 9:30am - 5pm
▪️Home Farm & Play area: 10:30am - 3:30pm
▪️Cafe: 10:30am - 4pm
▪️Car park times: 9am - 6pm
🐷 PIG FEEDING:
Watch our farm team distribute food amongst the pens and see the pigs use their snouts to root through the fresh straw and soil to find their meals. This method discourages food hogging and ensures every pig gets their fair share as well as encouraging their natural eating behaviours:
▪️11:15am - 11:30pm
▪️14:15pm - 14:30pm
♿️ Accessibility
Our stair climber for the Hall is available to pre-booked before your visit. To book please call: 01223206000 or email wimpolehall@nationaltrust.org.uk
🎟 TICKET COST:
(Free entry to the Halloween event but normal admission applies). Free entry to National Trust Members.
🌳 Gardens & Parkland
▪️Adult (18+): £11.00 / £10.00
▪️Child (5-17): £5.50/£5.00
▪️Under 5s: free
▪️Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children):
£27.50 /£25.00
▪️One parent family: £16.50 / £15.00
🏛 Whole Estate
▪️Adult: (18+): £22.00 / £20.00
▪️Child (5-17): £11.00 / £10.00
▪️Under 5s: Free
▪️Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children):
£55.00 / £50.00
▪️One parent family: £33.00 / £30.00
ℹ️ PAY ON THE DAY
Free entry for National Trust members. There is no pre-booking system in place for daytime admission, just show your membership card or pay for your entry on arrival.
*The Whole Estate ticket includes access to the Hall, Gardens, Park and Farm.
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️15th October - 2nd November 2025
🕘 2025 OCTOBER/ NOVEMBER TIMES:
▪️Halloween in the House: 12pm - 3.30pm
▪️Vistors Welcome: 9:30am - 4pm
▪️Hall: 12pm - 3.30pm
▪️Garden: 9:30am - 5pm
▪️Home Farm & Play area: 10:30am - 3:30pm
▪️Cafe: 10:30am - 4pm
▪️Car park times: 9am - 6pm
🐷 PIG FEEDING:
Watch our farm team distribute food amongst the pens and see the pigs use their snouts to root through the fresh straw and soil to find their meals. This method discourages food hogging and ensures every pig gets their fair share as well as encouraging their natural eating behaviours:
▪️11:15am - 11:30pm
▪️14:15pm - 14:30pm
♿️ Accessibility
Our stair climber for the Hall is available to pre-booked before your visit. To book please call: 01223206000 or email wimpolehall@nationaltrust.org.uk
🎟 TICKET COST:
(Free entry to the Halloween event but normal admission applies). Free entry to National Trust Members.
🌳 Gardens & Parkland
▪️Adult (18+): £11.00 / £10.00
▪️Child (5-17): £5.50/£5.00
▪️Under 5s: free
▪️Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children):
£27.50 /£25.00
▪️One parent family: £16.50 / £15.00
🏛 Whole Estate
▪️Adult: (18+): £22.00 / £20.00
▪️Child (5-17): £11.00 / £10.00
▪️Under 5s: Free
▪️Family (2 Adults and up to 3 children):
£55.00 / £50.00
▪️One parent family: £33.00 / £30.00
ℹ️ PAY ON THE DAY
Free entry for National Trust members. There is no pre-booking system in place for daytime admission, just show your membership card or pay for your entry on arrival.
*The Whole Estate ticket includes access to the Hall, Gardens, Park and Farm.
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🛍 Craft Fair at the Olde Watermill Shopping Village in Barton-le-Clay
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🛍 Join us to meet some fantastic local crafters and find beautiful handmade items at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village in Barton-le-Clay. Free entry.
🤩 2025 DATES
▪️Sun 13 April 2025
▪️Sun 18 May 2025
▪️Sat 14 June 2025
▪️Sun 20 July 2025
▪️Sun 21 September 2025
▪️Sun 19 October 2025
▪️Sun 02 November 2025
▪️Sun 16 November 2025
😍 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/
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Set up is from 8:00am. We ask that you be ready to sell by 10:00am and do not pack up before the market finishes at 4:00pm. A 3 x 3m non-sided Gazebo is provided for your use. You will need to bring any tables, chairs and displays you need.
▪️Standard: £25.00
▪️Xmas Fairs: £30.00
Book a stall:
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/craft-fair-booking-2025/
🤩 2025 DATES
▪️Sun 13 April 2025
▪️Sun 18 May 2025
▪️Sat 14 June 2025
▪️Sun 20 July 2025
▪️Sun 21 September 2025
▪️Sun 19 October 2025
▪️Sun 02 November 2025
▪️Sun 16 November 2025
😍 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/
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Set up is from 8:00am. We ask that you be ready to sell by 10:00am and do not pack up before the market finishes at 4:00pm. A 3 x 3m non-sided Gazebo is provided for your use. You will need to bring any tables, chairs and displays you need.
▪️Standard: £25.00
▪️Xmas Fairs: £30.00
Book a stall:
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/craft-fair-booking-2025/
🚂 Haynes Summerfield Miniature Railway 2025
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10:30 - 15:30
🚂 The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:30 (approx.), we close at 16:00.
Steam engines will also be in action as often as we are able.
TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:30 (approx.), we close at 16:00.
Steam engines will also be in action as often as we are able.
ℹ️ ABOUT
At Hammer Hill you will have the option of taking a ride on two more of our railways - The Springfield Line from platform 2 and The Winterfield Line from platform 3 - tickets for both are sold at Hammer Hill.
🥪 PICNIC AREA
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
☕️ REFRESHMENTS
At Haynes End the Station Buffet will be open for refreshments and picnic tables are available for your use on the grass outside.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
❓️ DO I HAVE TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions.
🎟TICKET PRICE (Card payments)
▪️Summerfields Railway (the main line) - £3.00 (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill)
▪️Springfield Line - £1.80
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track) - £1.80
☎️ Phone for enquiries: 07498 869902
At Haynes End the Station Buffet will be open for refreshments and picnic tables are available for your use on the grass outside.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
❓️ DO I HAVE TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions.
🎟TICKET PRICE (Card payments)
▪️Summerfields Railway (the main line) - £3.00 (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill)
▪️Springfield Line - £1.80
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track) - £1.80
☎️ Phone for enquiries: 07498 869902
🚂 Steaming Days at The Buckingamshire Railway Centre
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🚂 Steaming Days is when we have a full-size steam train in action, ready to take you for a ride up and down our track! We also have miniature ride-on trains which are run by our sister society VAMES, (there is a small £1.50 charge for this per person – under 3s are free.
ℹ️ ABOUT
ℹ️ ABOUT
The rest of the site is open including the Railway Museum, the Visitor Centre with Gift Shop and Railway Cafe, and the model trains are usually running too. Steaming Days are most Sundays (Easter-Halloween), and also some Bank Holidays and some Wednesdays during school holidays. We have 25-acres of Railwayland to explore! Come and enjoy your local heritage railway!
🐶 DOGS
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome around the site and on the train. The only area they are not permitted is in the cafe.
🎫 CARERS
Carers are admitted free of charge with the person there caring for but MUST produce proof of status on arrival. If you cannot provide proof of status you will be charged full price.
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Our site is generally very wheelchair friendly, however, our trains use vintage carriages and their doors are not wide enough for wheelchairs and there are steps to get on. Please call us to discuss your needs before booking on
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720 or email us on 📧 📧📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Sunday 1st June
▪️Sunday 22nd June
▪️Sunday 29th June
▪️Sunday 20th July
▪️Sunday 7th September
▪️Sunday 14th September
▪️Sunday 28th September
▪️Sunday 5th October
▪️Sunday 19th October
▪️Wednesday 29th October
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Steaming Day - Adult Ticket: £12.50
▪️Steaming Day - Senior Ticket: £11.50
▪️Steaming Day - Child Ticket: £8.50
▪️Steaming Day - Child Ticket (Under 3yrs): Free
▪️Family Ticket (2 adults & 4 children): £36.50
▪️Family Ticket (1 adults & 4 children): £24.00
🐶 DOGS
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome around the site and on the train. The only area they are not permitted is in the cafe.
🎫 CARERS
Carers are admitted free of charge with the person there caring for but MUST produce proof of status on arrival. If you cannot provide proof of status you will be charged full price.
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Our site is generally very wheelchair friendly, however, our trains use vintage carriages and their doors are not wide enough for wheelchairs and there are steps to get on. Please call us to discuss your needs before booking on
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720 or email us on 📧 📧📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Sunday 1st June
▪️Sunday 22nd June
▪️Sunday 29th June
▪️Sunday 20th July
▪️Sunday 7th September
▪️Sunday 14th September
▪️Sunday 28th September
▪️Sunday 5th October
▪️Sunday 19th October
▪️Wednesday 29th October
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Steaming Day - Adult Ticket: £12.50
▪️Steaming Day - Senior Ticket: £11.50
▪️Steaming Day - Child Ticket: £8.50
▪️Steaming Day - Child Ticket (Under 3yrs): Free
▪️Family Ticket (2 adults & 4 children): £36.50
▪️Family Ticket (1 adults & 4 children): £24.00
🌳 Stotfold Watermill & Nature Reserve 2025
Sunday 19 October 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
🦁 Universal Credit Low Cost Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!
Sunday 19 October 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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🚘 Hitchin Flea Market & Car Boot Sale - Biggin Lane
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 06:00 - 13:00
🚘 Join Hitchin Herts at Hitchin Market every Sunday for their weekly Flea Market.
🗓 WHEN?
▪️Sundays from 6am – 1pm
✅️ A great Car Boot alternative
✅️ Free to visit
✅️ Great facilities on site
✅️ Free parking near by
✅️ No muddy fields
🛍 CAR BOOT BUYERS
The Car Boot runs until 1:00 pm for buyers and sellers.
📍LOCATION
Next to St Mary’s Church
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🚘 SELLERS
Seller arrival time is between 6:00 am. If you have pre-booked then you can turn up on the day from 6:30 am in Biggin Lane, Hitchin - SG4 9YH and our stewards will direct you to a stall with is undercover (roof) and also has lighting.
▪️STALL COST: £10
▪️PAYMENT INFO
Payment is collected on the day by our assistants and if you wish to pre-book for the following week you must pay in advance. (No refunds for non-attendance)
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS FOR MORE INFO
☎️ Phone: 01462 456202
📘 Facebook Page
🗓 WHEN?
▪️Sundays from 6am – 1pm
✅️ A great Car Boot alternative
✅️ Free to visit
✅️ Great facilities on site
✅️ Free parking near by
✅️ No muddy fields
🛍 CAR BOOT BUYERS
The Car Boot runs until 1:00 pm for buyers and sellers.
📍LOCATION
Next to St Mary’s Church
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🚘 SELLERS
Seller arrival time is between 6:00 am. If you have pre-booked then you can turn up on the day from 6:30 am in Biggin Lane, Hitchin - SG4 9YH and our stewards will direct you to a stall with is undercover (roof) and also has lighting.
▪️STALL COST: £10
▪️PAYMENT INFO
Payment is collected on the day by our assistants and if you wish to pre-book for the following week you must pay in advance. (No refunds for non-attendance)
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS FOR MORE INFO
☎️ Phone: 01462 456202
📘 Facebook Page
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🎸 Live Music Sunday at Queens Head Inn, Milton Ernest - Queens Head Inn
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 15:00 - 17:30
🎶 Looking for something to do this weekend? Skip the sofa and head down to The Queen’s Head for a night of live music, good vibes, and great company.
Whether you’re into toe-tapping tunes, a singalong with friends, or just soaking up the atmosphere with a pint in hand — we’ve got the perfect weekend plan waiting for you.
🍽 SUNDAY ROAST?
Book your table for a delicious Sunday Roast at The Queens head from 12pm - 4.30pm
ℹ️ ABOUT THE QUEENS HEAD INN
The Queens Head Inn is set in a stone building which dates back to the 17th century.
After significant, sympathetic refurbishments we offer a highly rated restaurant, excellent bar and wonderful hotel rooms for a comfortable stay in the Bedford area. all accompanied by a warm welcome. Situated just a few miles north of Bedford, on the A6 The Queens Head hotel rooms are ideal for business travellers and private guests alike. Our comfortable overnight rooms with en suite bathrooms include free wi-fi and tea and coffee making facilities plus our famous breakfasts await you in the restaurant in the morning.
✅️ HOTEL ROOMS
✅️ FOOD
🕛 OPENING TIMES:
🍺 BAR
▪️Mon-Wed: 12-9pm
▪️Thurs: 12-10pm
▪️Fri: 12-11pm
▪️Sat: 12-10pm
▪️Sun: 12-6pm
😴 HOTEL
▪️Checkin: 3pm-6pm
▪️Hotel Check out: 10.00am
😋 FOOD MONDAY - SUNDAY
▪️Breakfast: 8-10.00am
▪️Lunch Mon-Fri: 12-2.30pm
▪️Dinner: 6pm-8pm
▪️Sat: 12-3pm & 6-8pm
▪️Sun: 12-4.30pm
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 01234 581166
Whether you’re into toe-tapping tunes, a singalong with friends, or just soaking up the atmosphere with a pint in hand — we’ve got the perfect weekend plan waiting for you.
🍽 SUNDAY ROAST?
Book your table for a delicious Sunday Roast at The Queens head from 12pm - 4.30pm
ℹ️ ABOUT THE QUEENS HEAD INN
The Queens Head Inn is set in a stone building which dates back to the 17th century.
After significant, sympathetic refurbishments we offer a highly rated restaurant, excellent bar and wonderful hotel rooms for a comfortable stay in the Bedford area. all accompanied by a warm welcome. Situated just a few miles north of Bedford, on the A6 The Queens Head hotel rooms are ideal for business travellers and private guests alike. Our comfortable overnight rooms with en suite bathrooms include free wi-fi and tea and coffee making facilities plus our famous breakfasts await you in the restaurant in the morning.
✅️ HOTEL ROOMS
✅️ FOOD
🕛 OPENING TIMES:
🍺 BAR
▪️Mon-Wed: 12-9pm
▪️Thurs: 12-10pm
▪️Fri: 12-11pm
▪️Sat: 12-10pm
▪️Sun: 12-6pm
😴 HOTEL
▪️Checkin: 3pm-6pm
▪️Hotel Check out: 10.00am
😋 FOOD MONDAY - SUNDAY
▪️Breakfast: 8-10.00am
▪️Lunch Mon-Fri: 12-2.30pm
▪️Dinner: 6pm-8pm
▪️Sat: 12-3pm & 6-8pm
▪️Sun: 12-4.30pm
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 01234 581166
🎤 The Drifters - Milton Keynes Theatre
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 19:30
🎤 The Drifters are back on tour in the UK performing all their classic hits including ‘Saturday Night at the Movies', ‘You’re More Than A Number,’ ‘Come on Over to My Place’, ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Kissin’ In The Back Row’ and many more!
The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, performed for the President of the United States and listed among the Greatest Artists of All Time by Rolling Stone magazine.
▪️AGE INFORMATION
Under 16's must be seated next to an adult (18+).
🎟 TICKET COST: From £31.50
NOTE: A booking fee of £3.95 is applied to each order
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT & BOOKING
Call our Accessibility Assistance line on: 03330 095 399
Please note you will need to register for our Access Membership Scheme to book tickets.
🎤 Junior Open Mic - The Cellar Bar
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 17:00 - 19:00
🎸 We’ve had some great young musicians perform in our unique underground entertainment venue, so we figured why not offer a dedicated junior open mic session to under 18’s.
ℹ️ ABOUT
ℹ️ ABOUT
Whether you sing, play guitar, drums, or any other musical instrument, or are a band already, you are welcome! It’s a chance for you to perform on a stage in front of an audience with a full pa, drum kit, amps, lighting.
Hosted by none other than Mat Roberts, a legend of the Bedford music scene. Mat will be on hand to offer support and advice, as well as doing a few jam sessions of his own.
▪️UNDER 18’S INFORMATION
▪️UNDER 18’S INFORMATION
Under 18’s are welcome in the bar from 5.00pm until 9.00pm on Sundays.
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01234 815115
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01234 815115
🏊♂️ Open Water Swimming - Box End Park, Kempston
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 09:00 - 10:00 Price: £6.00
🏊♂️ Box End Park, Kempston welcomes all Open Water swimmers who are looking for a venue to carry out swim training. Our Open Water Swimming sessions are aimed at confident swimmers, looking to practice distance swimming in an open water environment.
🗓 OCTOBER 2025 SESSION TIMES:
▪️Saturday & Sundays
▪️9am
PLEASE NOTE:
Please note that our swim sessions are not suitable for people looking for a beach area to relax, or for the kids to have a splash around!
ℹ️ WHAT TO KNOW
▪️You must wear a brightly coloured swim cap & we strongly advise wearing a tow float on your person at all times whilst swimming. ▪️Under 16's must wear a bright coloured tow float at all times. You can also hire a tow float from us on the day in Reception for £2.50 per swim or bring your own along with you instead!
▪️You must be capable of swimming 750m without stopping.
🗓 OCTOBER 2025 SESSION TIMES:
▪️Saturday & Sundays
▪️9am
PLEASE NOTE:
Please note that our swim sessions are not suitable for people looking for a beach area to relax, or for the kids to have a splash around!
ℹ️ WHAT TO KNOW
▪️You must wear a brightly coloured swim cap & we strongly advise wearing a tow float on your person at all times whilst swimming. ▪️Under 16's must wear a bright coloured tow float at all times. You can also hire a tow float from us on the day in Reception for £2.50 per swim or bring your own along with you instead!
▪️You must be capable of swimming 750m without stopping.
🥽 WETSUITS
Wetsuits are optional but recommended for warmth & protection. Rent one of our full length wetsuits for £5 extra! Goggles are also recommended (you will need to bring your own).
🏃♂️ 5K GRASS RUNNING TRAIL
Our 5K grass running trail is open for people training before or after a booked swim, but not outside of these times.
🌡Water Temperature
(Water Temp = 15.8◦C on 17/09/25)
After your swim we recommend re-acclimatising your body temperature outside, before heading inside to use the changing rooms or showers. There are outside changing cubicles available too.
ℹ️ REFUND INFORMATION
Note that we are unable to offer refunds on booked sessions however, if you notify us more than 7 working days before your booking, we can help look at re-scheduling your session or providing a credit.
In the event of extreme weather, high winds or flooding, Box End Park may need to cancel a session. In the event of this, we will help you re-schedule your booking or provide a return credit.
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🎟 TICKET COST: £6
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 846222
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🚂 Wightwick Hall (Harry Potter) Locomotive returns to Buckinghamshire Railway Centre 2025
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🚂 'Wightwick Hall' the loco playing the iconic Hogwarts Express in the new Harry Potter TV series, will be coming back too Buckingham Railway Centre now that her first filming session is complete!
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Sunday 5th October
▪️Sunday 19th October
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
This is a normal Steaming Day with the bonus of a TV star offering steam train rides on Sundays 5th and 19th October 2025... Her new paint job remains very much under wraps, so, for now, you'll just have to put these dates in your diaries and come along with your camera!
There will be lots for the whole family to see and do at our heritage railway, with 25-acres to explore! Enjoy steam train rides, take a trip on the miniature railway, enjoy the visitor centre and railway museum, travelling post office, watch the model railway and enjoy our café and gift shops.
🚂 WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE LOCO?
Click here
🫖 CREAM TEA OPTION ON SUNDAY 19TH OCTOBER 2025 - £27.50 PP
Treat yourself to a cream tea at the Railway on Sunday 19th October 2025.
Homemade scone, cream and jam, alongside a choice of hot drinks. Enjoy your treat in the reserved area in front of the Royal Diner.
Your ticket includes a full day here, from 10.30am until 5pm. You can collect your Cream Tea anytime from 11.30am until 2pm at the cafe, and enjoy at your leisure.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult £12.50
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Sunday 5th October
▪️Sunday 19th October
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
This is a normal Steaming Day with the bonus of a TV star offering steam train rides on Sundays 5th and 19th October 2025... Her new paint job remains very much under wraps, so, for now, you'll just have to put these dates in your diaries and come along with your camera!
There will be lots for the whole family to see and do at our heritage railway, with 25-acres to explore! Enjoy steam train rides, take a trip on the miniature railway, enjoy the visitor centre and railway museum, travelling post office, watch the model railway and enjoy our café and gift shops.
🚂 WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE LOCO?
Click here
🫖 CREAM TEA OPTION ON SUNDAY 19TH OCTOBER 2025 - £27.50 PP
Treat yourself to a cream tea at the Railway on Sunday 19th October 2025.
Homemade scone, cream and jam, alongside a choice of hot drinks. Enjoy your treat in the reserved area in front of the Royal Diner.
Your ticket includes a full day here, from 10.30am until 5pm. You can collect your Cream Tea anytime from 11.30am until 2pm at the cafe, and enjoy at your leisure.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult £12.50
▪️Senior £11.50
▪️Child £8.50
▪️Under 3s go free
🎃 Frosts Pumpkin Patch 2025 - Frosts of Willington Garden Centre
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Price: £3.99
🎃 Frosts Pumpkin Patch is back for the spooky season this October 2025 at Frosts in Willington!
🗓 2025 OPENING DAYS
🗓 2025 OPENING DAYS
Opens weekends from 11th October, daily from 25th until 31st October at our Willington Garden Centre in Bedford.
🎟 TICKET COST: £3.99
Babies under 12 months do not require a ticket. Price includes lots of Halloween fun for you and your little ones;
🎃 Entrance to Frosts Pumpkin Patch
🚜 Mini Tractor Trail
⛳️ Spooky Mini Golf
Babies under 12 months do not require a ticket. Price includes lots of Halloween fun for you and your little ones;
🎃 Entrance to Frosts Pumpkin Patch
🚜 Mini Tractor Trail
⛳️ Spooky Mini Golf
ADDITIONAL COST
🎃 The price of pumpkins is additional to the entry fee.
🔪 Pumpkin Carving - £8.99 per child
🍎 Chocolate Apple Dunkin' - £5.99 per child
🐶 DOGS
Halloween isn’t just for humans! Bring along your furry friend to the pumpkin patch and capture the paw-fect shots of your pup among the pumpkins.
😋 FOOD & DRINK
✨️ Crumbs Kitchen: 11th Oct & 12th Oct
✨️ The Rub: 11th Oct & 19th Oct
✨️ Dessert Boss: 18th & 19th, 25th & 26th Oct
✨️ Chicken George: 25th & 26th Oct
✨️ Pecoro On The Road: 27th Oct - 31st Oct
🎟 BOOK YOUR TICKETS
Book your tickets in advance via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 838777
📧 Email: events@bluediamond.gg
🎃 Pumpkin Patch 2025 - Standalone Farm, Letchworth
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00 Price: £4.00
👻 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.
🗓 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
🎡 Unlimited Fun Park, October 2025 - Willen Lake, Milton Keynes
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 12:00 - 20:45
🎡 Milton Keynes you asked so we’re back!!!
Unlimited funpark returns to Willen lake
It’s Milton Keynes best value funfair
Pay once price for unlimited rides!!!!
🗓 OCTOBER 2025 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th October - Sunday 28th October
🕛 CHOOSE A SESSION SLOT
🗓Saturday & Sunday
▪️12pm - 2.45pm
▪️3pm - 5.45pm
▪️6pm - 8.45pm
🗓 20th - 24th October
▪️4pm - 8pm (Double sessions)
🗓 27th & 28th October
▪️12pm - 2.45pm
▪️3pm - 5.45pm
▪️6pm - 8.45pm
👨👩👧👦 FOR ALL AGES
With adult rides - children’s rides and stalls with prizes there’s something for the whole family to enjoy…
🎟 TICKET COST - ADVANCE BOOKING
(Unlimited rides)
▪️£17.99 mega band - (over 1m tall)
▪️£12.99 children’s band (under 1m tall)
▪️£2 Spectator band (no rides)
▪️Under 2 years old free entry
(Will need a Standard Wrist band to use the rides)
📍LOCATION
Located at willen lake car park (behind lakeside pub) Brick hill street Milton Keynes MK150DS
Unlimited funpark returns to Willen lake
It’s Milton Keynes best value funfair
Pay once price for unlimited rides!!!!
🗓 OCTOBER 2025 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th October - Sunday 28th October
🕛 CHOOSE A SESSION SLOT
🗓Saturday & Sunday
▪️12pm - 2.45pm
▪️3pm - 5.45pm
▪️6pm - 8.45pm
🗓 20th - 24th October
▪️4pm - 8pm (Double sessions)
🗓 27th & 28th October
▪️12pm - 2.45pm
▪️3pm - 5.45pm
▪️6pm - 8.45pm
👨👩👧👦 FOR ALL AGES
With adult rides - children’s rides and stalls with prizes there’s something for the whole family to enjoy…
🎟 TICKET COST - ADVANCE BOOKING
(Unlimited rides)
▪️£17.99 mega band - (over 1m tall)
▪️£12.99 children’s band (under 1m tall)
▪️£2 Spectator band (no rides)
▪️Under 2 years old free entry
(Will need a Standard Wrist band to use the rides)
📍LOCATION
Located at willen lake car park (behind lakeside pub) Brick hill street Milton Keynes MK150DS
🎃 Secret Pumpkin PYO 2025 - The Secret Farm, Moggerhanger
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00 Price: £4.00
🎃 Get ready for another year of family fun at the Secret Farm, Moggerhanger at our pumpkin patch for 2025!
We’ve grown a wide variety of pumpkins and gourds in our fields, perfect for your Halloween celebrations. Alongside pumpkin picking, we’ve got a range of exciting activities to entertain the whole family.
🎫 WHAT'S INCLUDED IN MY TICKET?
We’ve grown a wide variety of pumpkins and gourds in our fields, perfect for your Halloween celebrations. Alongside pumpkin picking, we’ve got a range of exciting activities to entertain the whole family.
🎫 WHAT'S INCLUDED IN MY TICKET?
- Parking
- Wheelbarrow use
- Straw Maze
- Straw Bale Climbing
- Pumpkin cannon
- Pumpkin carving area
- Pumpkin wash
- Graveyard
- Hunt the Golden Pumpkin
- Various Games
- Mini tractors
- Burg Pedal Go-Karts
- Climbing Equipment & Swings
- Space hoppers
- Photo opportunities
- Colouring
- Activity trail
- Spooky Beach
- Toilets on site
💳 NOT INCLUDED IN MY TICKET
(EXTRA CHARGE)
- Pumpkins
- Tractor Barrel Trains
- Family Tractor rides
- Scare maze
- Face Painting (selected dates)
- Bouncy castles (weather dependant)
- Paint Ball Guns
- Food and drink
😋 FOOD
▪️Main Dishes: Burgers, hot dogs, jacket potatoes, paninis, pizzas, chili con carne.
▪️Snacks: Fries, nachos, sweets, crisps, cakes, doughnuts, ice-cream.
▪️Special Diets: Vegetarian, gluten-free, and vegan options available.
🎃 PUMPKIN PRICING
£1 – £10+ depending on size. All pumpkins are priced using a simple measuring box
🗓 2025 SEN DATES
Any noisy activities will NOT be available during this period and ticket numbers will be restricted. You are welcome to stay past 10am when general admission starts.
▪️Saturday 11th October: 8.45am - 10am
▪️Monday 27th October: 8.45am - 10am
🎟 TICKET COST: £4.00PP
* Under the age of 3 are free
(No ticket required)
*Tickets must be booked in advance
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@thesecret.farm
🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🚜 FREE ENTRY FARM
With free play areas and animals to see and
optional paid Animal Encounters. Is there anything better to do with the family!?
🐰 EXTRAS TO BOOK
Activities can be booked on our website.
For times and availability please check out our website via the event link.
🕙 TERM TIMES
▪️Thursday - Saturday: 9am-5pm
▪️Sunday: 10am-4pm
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
Our Farmers Grill is open 10am-3pm serving hot food and drinks.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 669376
📧 Email: shop@knottsoftempsford.co.uk
With free play areas and animals to see and
optional paid Animal Encounters. Is there anything better to do with the family!?
🐰 EXTRAS TO BOOK
Activities can be booked on our website.
For times and availability please check out our website via the event link.
🕙 TERM TIMES
▪️Thursday - Saturday: 9am-5pm
▪️Sunday: 10am-4pm
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
Our Farmers Grill is open 10am-3pm serving hot food and drinks.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 669376
📧 Email: shop@knottsoftempsford.co.uk
🕷 Halloween Haunt 2025 - Wicksteed Park
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
👻 Get ready for a ghoulishly good time at Wicksteed Park, Northamptonshire for Halloween Half-Term and Weekends this 2025!
🗓 2025 DATES
🗓 2025 DATES
We’re open for October Weekends on the 11th, 12th, 18th, and 19th of October, and for Halloween Half-Term daily from the 25th of October to the 2nd of November 2025. Come along from 10:30am to 4pm each day for frightfully good fun the whole family will enjoy!
👻 WALKTHROUGH EVENT DETAILS - ACCESSIBLE ♿️
Halloween Haunt is returning to Wicksteed Park for October weekends and half-term with Halloween House creating a hauntingly exciting Chapter 2! There will be two fantastic family friendly spooky walkthroughs to explore with brand new elements that will possess you with Halloween spirit.*
🤡 ATTRACTIONS
👻 WALKTHROUGH EVENT DETAILS - ACCESSIBLE ♿️
Halloween Haunt is returning to Wicksteed Park for October weekends and half-term with Halloween House creating a hauntingly exciting Chapter 2! There will be two fantastic family friendly spooky walkthroughs to explore with brand new elements that will possess you with Halloween spirit.*
🤡 ATTRACTIONS
Attractions open for Halloween are Halloween Haunt Chapter 2, Astroslide, Treetop Walk, Rockin’ Tug, Clown Coaster, Meerkat Manor, Wicky’s Farmyard, Pig ‘N’ Putt, Roundabout, Cups and Saucers, Lighthouse, Carousel, Sway Rider, and Wicksteed Park Railway.
🚂 31ST OCTOBER SPECIAL EVENT
🚂 31ST OCTOBER SPECIAL EVENT
For one night only on 31st October, two special Zombie Trains will depart the railway station at 5.10pm and 5.30pm. Limited spaces to this free spooktacular upgraded service are available to book online for anyone purchasing a wristband or family wristband for visits on 31st October only. Book early to avoid disappointment.*
🎟 TICKET COST:
🎫 Walkthrough Experience only: £6PP
🎫 Wristband including attractions: From £15 online or with family package offers available from £42.50 online.
*Children under 0.9m get to experience the joy of Halloween at Wicksteed Park for free with an accompanying paying adult.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply.
🎟 TICKET COST:
🎫 Walkthrough Experience only: £6PP
🎫 Wristband including attractions: From £15 online or with family package offers available from £42.50 online.
*Children under 0.9m get to experience the joy of Halloween at Wicksteed Park for free with an accompanying paying adult.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply.
🧙♀️ Halloween at Woodside Animal Farm 2025 - Luton
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🎃 Woodside Animal Park, Luton Halloween attractions alongside all the usual activities.
👻 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Spooky walkthrough
✨️ Creepy crafts
✨️ Ghost & witches hunt
✨️ Scarecrow field
✨️ Reptile and creepy crawlies hands on
✨️ Hunt for the golden pumpkin
✨️ Plus all the usual indoor and outdoor fun
🤑 2025 HALLOWEEN OFFER
Visit on weekends and half term in October 2025, (11th & 12th, 18th & 19th and half term 25th – 31st of October 2025) and you get a free return visit during November and December 2025. *(offer ends Dec 24th)
After your spooky visit we'll send you a code to book your next visit on us!
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
The whole park is accessible for wheelchair users with the exception of the upstairs play area.
🎫 ONLINE TICKET COST:
▪️Adult from: £15
▪️Child from (2-16) : £15
▪️Tots: (12 - 24 months) from: £5
▪️Under 12 months: Free
▪️Disabled including companion from: £23
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 841044
👻 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Spooky walkthrough
✨️ Creepy crafts
✨️ Ghost & witches hunt
✨️ Scarecrow field
✨️ Reptile and creepy crawlies hands on
✨️ Hunt for the golden pumpkin
✨️ Plus all the usual indoor and outdoor fun
🤑 2025 HALLOWEEN OFFER
Visit on weekends and half term in October 2025, (11th & 12th, 18th & 19th and half term 25th – 31st of October 2025) and you get a free return visit during November and December 2025. *(offer ends Dec 24th)
After your spooky visit we'll send you a code to book your next visit on us!
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
The whole park is accessible for wheelchair users with the exception of the upstairs play area.
🎫 ONLINE TICKET COST:
▪️Adult from: £15
▪️Child from (2-16) : £15
▪️Tots: (12 - 24 months) from: £5
▪️Under 12 months: Free
▪️Disabled including companion from: £23
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 841044
🐦⬛ Free - Feed the Birds Family Fun Day - Rushmere Country Park
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🦆 A whole day of family-friendly fun at the Rushmere Country Park. Come and learn more about our feathered friends and how we can help them thrive.
🦉EVENT DETAILS
Aimed at the whole family. Free to take part though there may be a small charge for some activities - parking fees apply and donations to our charity are always welcome!
✨️ Get messy making a bird feeder
✨️ Fun crafts
✨️ Information from the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO)
✨️ Birds of prey static display (please dogs must be on leads for the display)
✨️ Bird ringing demonstration
🔭 Don’t forget your binoculars!
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
No booking required - just turn up
📘 KEEP UPDATED ON FACEBOOK
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CMPrmFbD3/
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01525 234260
🦉EVENT DETAILS
Aimed at the whole family. Free to take part though there may be a small charge for some activities - parking fees apply and donations to our charity are always welcome!
✨️ Get messy making a bird feeder
✨️ Fun crafts
✨️ Information from the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO)
✨️ Birds of prey static display (please dogs must be on leads for the display)
✨️ Bird ringing demonstration
🔭 Don’t forget your binoculars!
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
No booking required - just turn up
📘 KEEP UPDATED ON FACEBOOK
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1CMPrmFbD3/
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01525 234260
🎪 John Lawsons Circus, October 2025 - Houghton Regis
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 11:30 Price: £9.50
🎪 Get tickets now for John Lawson's Circus 2025 Tour, coming to The Green in Houghton Regis.
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Wednesday 15th October: 7pm
▪️Thursday 16th October: 4.30pm & 7.30pm
▪️Friday 17th October: 4.30pm & 7.30pm
▪️Saturday 18th October: 2pm & 5pm
▪️Sunday 19th October: 11:30am & 2:30pm
▪️Monday 20th October: 4:30pm & 7:30pm
▪️Tuesday 21st October: 4:30pm & 7:30pm
▪️Wednesday 22nd October: 4:30pm
▪️Duration: 1 hour 45 mins (including interval)
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Wednesday 15th October: 7pm
▪️Thursday 16th October: 4.30pm & 7.30pm
▪️Friday 17th October: 4.30pm & 7.30pm
▪️Saturday 18th October: 2pm & 5pm
▪️Sunday 19th October: 11:30am & 2:30pm
▪️Monday 20th October: 4:30pm & 7:30pm
▪️Tuesday 21st October: 4:30pm & 7:30pm
▪️Wednesday 22nd October: 4:30pm
▪️Duration: 1 hour 45 mins (including interval)
ℹ️ ABOUT
John Lawson's Circus has been enchanting audiences with its mesmerizing performances for over 50 years. Originating in Kent, this family run circus has grown to feature a diverse array of performers from all around the globe!
🤩 HIGHLIGHTS
🤩 HIGHLIGHTS
- ✨️ Daring Acrobatics: Watch in awe as acrobats perform breath-taking stunts high above the ground.
- ✨️ Mesmerizing Clowns: Enjoy the antics of clowns who bring laughter and joy to audiences of all ages.
- ✨️ Graceful Aerialists: Be captivated by aerialists who perform elegant routines on silks and trapeze.
- ✨️ Animal-Free Acts: Experience a modern circus that focuses on human talent and creativity, without the use of animals.
- ✨️ Interactive Performances: Engage with performers who often involve the audience in their acts, making each show unique.
- ✨️ Family-Friendly Entertainment: Perfect for all ages, the circus offers a wholesome and exciting experience for families.
- ✨️ Historical Legacy: Celebrate the rich history of John Lawson's Circus, which has been entertaining audiences for years.
🎟 TICKET COST:
From £9.50 on the lovetovisit website or alternatively you can book via the event link which will take you direct to the John Lawsons website although this may work out a little more expensive. You can also sign up on the John Lawsons website to get discount.
😱 The Howl Scare Maze 2025 - Mead Open Farm, Leighton Buzzard
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 18:00 - 23:00
😱 We’re not just a scream park — We’re a MULTI AWARD-WINNING SCREAM PARK. Back this 2025 at Mead Open Farm in Leighton Buzzard. Grab your crew, bring your nerve, and get ready!
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️17th - 19th October
▪️24th - 26th October
▪️28th October - 1st November
🕕 TIMES
Gates open at 6pm with the haunts opening at 6.30pm. Site closes at 11pm.
▪️AGES:
Attendance to The Howl is age restricted. Anyone aged 12-15 years of age will only be permitted entry onto the site and in any attractions if they are with someone 16 or older. Anyone aged 16 or older will be allowed to enter the sites and mazes unsupervised. No one ages 11 or under will be permitted entry.
WHAT TO EXPECT
💀 Award-winning haunts (New haunt for 2025)
🎪 Brand new twisted new circus show
🩸 Award-winning street theatre
🎶 Live music & DJs
🍔 Street food & Bars
🔥 A buzzing festival energy from start to finish
WHAT HAUNTS?
🩸 Shriek Easy
🩸 Red
🩸 Howl Valley High
🩸 Noxious Alley
🩸 The Full Moon Manor
🩸 The Shed
🩸 Squeakers Yard
🎟 TICKET COST: From £36.95
Use discount code HOWLSAVE2 to save £2 online.
🎟 CARER TICKET
Visitors with additional needs are entitled to one free carer ticket, provided they can show proof of requirement with one of the following:
▪️Blue Badge
▪️Access Card with queueing symbol
▪️A headed letter from GP or Consultant (dated within the last 6 months) confirming the inability queue
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️17th - 19th October
▪️24th - 26th October
▪️28th October - 1st November
🕕 TIMES
Gates open at 6pm with the haunts opening at 6.30pm. Site closes at 11pm.
▪️AGES:
Attendance to The Howl is age restricted. Anyone aged 12-15 years of age will only be permitted entry onto the site and in any attractions if they are with someone 16 or older. Anyone aged 16 or older will be allowed to enter the sites and mazes unsupervised. No one ages 11 or under will be permitted entry.
WHAT TO EXPECT
💀 Award-winning haunts (New haunt for 2025)
🎪 Brand new twisted new circus show
🩸 Award-winning street theatre
🎶 Live music & DJs
🍔 Street food & Bars
🔥 A buzzing festival energy from start to finish
WHAT HAUNTS?
🩸 Shriek Easy
🩸 Red
🩸 Howl Valley High
🩸 Noxious Alley
🩸 The Full Moon Manor
🩸 The Shed
🩸 Squeakers Yard
🎟 TICKET COST: From £36.95
Use discount code HOWLSAVE2 to save £2 online.
🎟 CARER TICKET
Visitors with additional needs are entitled to one free carer ticket, provided they can show proof of requirement with one of the following:
▪️Blue Badge
▪️Access Card with queueing symbol
▪️A headed letter from GP or Consultant (dated within the last 6 months) confirming the inability queue
Whichever ticket you book for yourself, your carer’s ticket will mirror this.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Unfortunately, our haunts are not accessible with a wheelchair or mobility scooters.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Unfortunately, our haunts are not accessible with a wheelchair or mobility scooters.
🦔 Woodland Friends Trail 2025 - RSPB The Lodge
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🍂 Embrace the Magic of Autumn and enjoy a walk through the woods to the gardens, but who will you choose to help: badger, hedgehog or maybe both?
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️15th October - 2nd November
▪️Excluding 26th & 28th October
ℹ️ DETAILS
Pick up a mini-map book from the Welcome Hut or Shop (£2) and set off to follow the signs and choose which way to go. It comes with a certificate!
♿️ 🚻 FACILITIES
https://www.rspb.org.uk/days-out/reserves/the-lodge/facilities
🅿️ PARKING
▪️£7.50
▪️RSPB Members: Free
💷 COST: £2.00
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️15th October - 2nd November
▪️Excluding 26th & 28th October
ℹ️ DETAILS
Pick up a mini-map book from the Welcome Hut or Shop (£2) and set off to follow the signs and choose which way to go. It comes with a certificate!
♿️ 🚻 FACILITIES
https://www.rspb.org.uk/days-out/reserves/the-lodge/facilities
🅿️ PARKING
▪️£7.50
▪️RSPB Members: Free
💷 COST: £2.00
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2025
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
❗️Did you know we have loyalty cards for both our Buyers and Sellers. Grab yours at the gate!
🗓 OPENING TIMES
We are OPEN every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our FB page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Gates open: 8am
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
🎫 Cars £8
🎫 Small Vans £10
🎫 Large Vans £12
🎫 Extra Large Vans £14
🎫 Small Trailer £2
🎫 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
🗓 OPENING TIMES
We are OPEN every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our FB page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Gates open: 8am
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
🎫 Cars £8
🎫 Small Vans £10
🎫 Large Vans £12
🎫 Extra Large Vans £14
🎫 Small Trailer £2
🎫 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
🚘 G&M GROWERS CAR BOOT SALE 2025 - Biggleswade
Sunday 19 October 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
😱 Halloween Haunt Fest 2025 - Hertfordshire Showground
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 16:30 - 23:00
😱 Halloween Haunt Fest 2025 at Hertfordshire Show Ground. All ticket types include unlimited access to all attractions. Food, drinks and fairground rides are not included in ticket prices.
😱 HAUNTS
▪️The Texas Chainsaw Massacre
▪️The Hertfordshire Witch
▪️EDEN
▪️Winnie the Pooh Blood & Honey
😱 HAUNTS
▪️The Texas Chainsaw Massacre
▪️The Hertfordshire Witch
▪️EDEN
▪️Winnie the Pooh Blood & Honey
▪️AGE: 16+
Halloween Haunt Fest is a recommended 16+ event. Due to the nature of the event and level of scare, the event is not recommended to anyone under the age of 16.
If you are under the age of 16, you must be accompanied by a full-paying adult (18+) throughout the evening, including in attractions.
16-21 year olds must be able to prove their age with a photo ID to enter, unless accompanied by an adult (18+). Proof of ID must be photographic (Passport or Driving License) and photocopies are permitted.
🗓 2025 DATES:
🩸17th Oct - 19th Oct
🩸22nd Oct - 26th Oct
🩸29th Oct - 1st Nov
🕔 TIMES:
Gates open at 16:30 and attractions open at 17:00. We recommend that you arrive at the start of the evening to have enough time to watch our live shows, grab some food & drinks plus enter each scare attraction. All four of our popular attractions may have longer queues at peak times. Please note that the event will close at either 22:30 or 23:00 depending on the date you select, and queue lines may close an hour prior.
🎟 TICKET COST: From £20.00
Unlimited screams, unlimited scares. Enjoy unlimited entry to all attractions on the date of your ticket.
🩸 Standard Plus Ticket
Why wait to be terrified? Includes unlimited entry to all attractions + 1x Fast Track for each attraction on the date of your ticket.
Why wait to be terrified? Includes unlimited entry to all attractions + 1x Fast Track for each attraction on the date of your ticket.
🩸 VIP Ticket
The ultimate nightmare pass. Includes unlimited entry to all attractions + unlimited Fast Track access all night long. No queues, just pure fear.
The ultimate nightmare pass. Includes unlimited entry to all attractions + unlimited Fast Track access all night long. No queues, just pure fear.
🩸 Scaredy Cat Ticket
Not sure you can handle all the scares? This ticket gives you access to the festival site and live entertainment, plus entry into one scare attraction of your choice.
Feeling braver than expected? 😱
You can upgrade on site to unlock full access.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: admin@halloweenhauntfest.com
Not sure you can handle all the scares? This ticket gives you access to the festival site and live entertainment, plus entry into one scare attraction of your choice.
Feeling braver than expected? 😱
You can upgrade on site to unlock full access.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: admin@halloweenhauntfest.com
🎡 St Neots Funfair - October 2025
Sunday 19 October 2025
Time: 13:00 - 19:00
🎡 The Funfair is back in St Neots at the Riverside car park this October 2025.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Thursday 16th October: 5 pm - 8:30/9pm
▪️Friday 17th October: 5 pm - 8:30/9pm
▪️Saturday 18th October :1 pm - 8:30/9pm
▪️Sunday 19th October: 1 pm - 7pm
💥 HAPPY HOUR
Happy hour is reduced prices for the first hour of opening each day.
💥 HAPPY HOUR PRICES:
▪️Large rides £2.50
▪️Chaos £3
▪️Children's rides £2
▪️Dodgems £3 per car
▪️Other attractions may vary
🎡 REGULAR PRICES
▪️Large rides £3
▪️Chaos £4
▪️Children's rides £2.50
▪️Dodgems £4 per car
🎡Bring the family for a fun afternoon out🎡
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Thursday 16th October: 5 pm - 8:30/9pm
▪️Friday 17th October: 5 pm - 8:30/9pm
▪️Saturday 18th October :1 pm - 8:30/9pm
▪️Sunday 19th October: 1 pm - 7pm
💥 HAPPY HOUR
Happy hour is reduced prices for the first hour of opening each day.
💥 HAPPY HOUR PRICES:
▪️Large rides £2.50
▪️Chaos £3
▪️Children's rides £2
▪️Dodgems £3 per car
▪️Other attractions may vary
🎡 REGULAR PRICES
▪️Large rides £3
▪️Chaos £4
▪️Children's rides £2.50
▪️Dodgems £4 per car
🎡Bring the family for a fun afternoon out🎡