🎨 Free Messy Monday & MakerSpace - Dunstable Library
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🧒 Dunstable Library has two free activities for under 5's on Monday's. Term time only.
🎨 MESSY MONDAY: 10am - 10.45am
Term time only. Messy Play Activities, including painting, play-dough and much more.
🔴 MAKERSPACE: 11am - 3pm
MakerSpace activity including play-dough and Magnetic boards.
🤔 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
The Library is situated next to a play park, leisure centre and GObowling.
🎨 MESSY MONDAY: 10am - 10.45am
Term time only. Messy Play Activities, including painting, play-dough and much more.
🔴 MAKERSPACE: 11am - 3pm
MakerSpace activity including play-dough and Magnetic boards.
🤔 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
The Library is situated next to a play park, leisure centre and GObowling.
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🎄 Carols Around the Christmas Tree 2025 - Ampthill
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 18:30
🎄 Carols Around the Christmas Tree on Monday 15th December 2025 at 6.30pm -on the Market Square. Bring your torch/lantern and join us for a hearty sing-along.
🌟 FEATURING
✨️ Ampthill Town Band
✨️ Parkside Singers
✨️ Father Christmas
🎼 Download: Carols Around The Tree Carol Sheet:
https://www.ampthilltc.gov.uk/contentfiles/1193.pdf
🌟 FEATURING
✨️ Ampthill Town Band
✨️ Parkside Singers
✨️ Father Christmas
🎼 Download: Carols Around The Tree Carol Sheet:
https://www.ampthilltc.gov.uk/contentfiles/1193.pdf
🧚♀️ The all new adventures of Peter Pan Panto 2025 at Grove Theatre, Dunstable
Monday 15 December 2025
🏴☠️ Don’t miss our hilarious, fun-filled 2025 panto, The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan, starring Eastenders’ RITA SIMONS as Captain Hook, alongside Dunstable favourite WILL KENNING as Mrs Smee, with further cast to be announced soon.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Friday 5th December 2025 - Sunday 4th January 2026
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Friday 5th December 2025 - Sunday 4th January 2026
Once again, the show will be written by Paul Hendy, and produced by the award-winning Evolution Productions, the same team behind 2024’s box office smash-hit, Beauty and the Beast, and 2023’s brilliant Jack and the Beanstalk.
It’s never too early to book, with lavish sets, hilarious jokes and fun for the whole family, HOOK your tickets now!
🏫 RESERVED FOR SCHOOL DATES
🏫 RESERVED FOR SCHOOL DATES
Please note the following dates are reserved for school groups: Tuesday 9th, Wednesday 10th, Thursday 11th, Tuesday 16th, Wednesday 17th and Friday 19th (AM).
👋 SIGNED PERFORMANCE
👋 SIGNED PERFORMANCE
▪️Monday 29 December, 2pm.
😌 RELAXED PERFORMANCE
▪️Friday 2 January, 2pm.
🗣 AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE
▪️Sunday 4 January, 1pm (with a touch tour prior to the show)
😌 RELAXED PERFORMANCE
▪️Friday 2 January, 2pm.
🗣 AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE
▪️Sunday 4 January, 1pm (with a touch tour prior to the show)
🎟 BOOKING
(You can book via the event link)
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
(You can book via the event link)
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
🎩 A Christmas Carol 2025 - The Place Theatre, Bedford
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 19:30
🎭 The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company are back with their adaptation of Charles Dickens’ fantastical festive fable. Following sell out performances in 2024, The Pantaloons return with some selected dates for this hugely popular adaptation of this Christmas favourite.
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Monday 15 Dec: 19:30
▪️Tuesday 16 Dec: 19:30
▪️Sunday 21 Dec: 14:30 & 19:30
🎩 ABOUT
It’s Christmas Eve and tight-fisted Ebenezer Scrooge is meaner than ever. He is shunning his only living relative, underpaying his clerk and refusing to acknowledge the plight of the poor… but will timely visits from the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and Future change his miserly ways before it’s too late?
Performed by a multi-talented cast in The Pantaloons’ own inimitable, hilarious and moving style this show features live music, audience interaction and absolutely no humbug!*
*There may be some humbug.
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
▪️Full Price: £18.00
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Monday 15 Dec: 19:30
▪️Tuesday 16 Dec: 19:30
▪️Sunday 21 Dec: 14:30 & 19:30
🎩 ABOUT
It’s Christmas Eve and tight-fisted Ebenezer Scrooge is meaner than ever. He is shunning his only living relative, underpaying his clerk and refusing to acknowledge the plight of the poor… but will timely visits from the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and Future change his miserly ways before it’s too late?
Performed by a multi-talented cast in The Pantaloons’ own inimitable, hilarious and moving style this show features live music, audience interaction and absolutely no humbug!*
*There may be some humbug.
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
▪️Full Price: £18.00
▪️Concession - Senior / Unemployed / Child: £16.00
▪️Wheelchair User & Buddy - Full Price: £16.00
▪️Wheelchair User & Buddy - Concession - Senior / Unemployed: £16.00
A £1.50 booking fee per cart is applied to all bookings made online or by telephone. Bookings for Free Tickets do not incur a booking fee.
♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS & GROUPS
Disabled patrons and group bookings:
Patrons with disabilities, or with additional questions should call 01234 354321 for pricing and to discuss any accessibility requirements before purchasing.
☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01234 354321
🧒 Transfig Tots (Ages 0-5) - The Church of The Transfiguration
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 09:15 - 11:00
🧒 The Transfiguration Church in Kempston offers a space for children aged 0-5 years to play and socialise.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Coffee and juice with usual toddler and baby play and craft table for older Tots. Singsong at the. No charge, donation if you wish.
WHEN?
Monday's, terms time only, between 9.15am - 11am.
ℹ️ KEEP UPDATED
Follow the Facebook page incase of any cancellations or changes.
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 01234 854726
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Coffee and juice with usual toddler and baby play and craft table for older Tots. Singsong at the. No charge, donation if you wish.
WHEN?
Monday's, terms time only, between 9.15am - 11am.
ℹ️ KEEP UPDATED
Follow the Facebook page incase of any cancellations or changes.
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 01234 854726
✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated 2025
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Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 16:00 - 20:30
✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated returns for 2025, ready to light up Hertfordshire with over 20 sparkling light displays - including brand new installations - and a better than ever festive food village, offering visitors this year a truly elevated experience.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Open from 27th November 2025 through 1st January 2026
▪️First entry from 4pm, last entry from 7:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Magic illuminates every step along the 1.7km trail that weaves through the estate’s historic Grade II* listed gardens, where more than 20 dazzling installations will mesmerise each and every visitor. With more magical moments and festive photo opps than ever before, including never-before-seen displays, Ashridge House Illuminations is not to be missed!
🎡 NEW FOR 2025 / FROM £6.00
▪️Observation wheel
Set within the heart of our dazzling light trail, the 115ft Observation Wheel offers breathtaking views of Illuminated from above. Perfect for all ages to soak in the wonder of Christmas high above the crowd where magic illuminates every step. Simply add as an 'extra' at checkout!
🐶 DOG INFORMATION
▪️Wednesday & Thursday
Due to last year’s popularity of dog-friendly sessions, dogs will be once again welcome to join their humans on the trail every Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Pups and humans alike will have the opportunity to visit the extended festive Food Village, which promises to deliver a bigger and cosier experience than last year, with even more seasonal favourites, warming drinks, and sweet treats from local traders.
🅿️ FREE PARKING & ACCESSIBILITY
Free parking right near the trail’s entrance
Wheelchair and buggy accessible*
🗺 WHERE IS ASHRIDGE HOUSE?
Ashridge House is conveniently located in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, off J20 on the M25, just a 30 min drive from Luton and 45 min drive from Heathrow. The nearest train station is Berkhamsted, which visitors can reach in only 35 mins from London Euston train station.
🎟 TICKET COST & BOOKING:
▪️From £14.40 for children
▪️From £23.50 for adults
▪️Please send your enquiries for groups larger than 15 to groups@seetickets.com.
Booking and managing tickets to Ashridge House Illuminations couldn’t be easier, thanks to a booking system that allows visitors to easily change the day of their visit in case of wet weather at absolutely no extra cost. You can book via the event link.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Open from 27th November 2025 through 1st January 2026
▪️First entry from 4pm, last entry from 7:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Magic illuminates every step along the 1.7km trail that weaves through the estate’s historic Grade II* listed gardens, where more than 20 dazzling installations will mesmerise each and every visitor. With more magical moments and festive photo opps than ever before, including never-before-seen displays, Ashridge House Illuminations is not to be missed!
🎡 NEW FOR 2025 / FROM £6.00
▪️Observation wheel
Set within the heart of our dazzling light trail, the 115ft Observation Wheel offers breathtaking views of Illuminated from above. Perfect for all ages to soak in the wonder of Christmas high above the crowd where magic illuminates every step. Simply add as an 'extra' at checkout!
🐶 DOG INFORMATION
▪️Wednesday & Thursday
Due to last year’s popularity of dog-friendly sessions, dogs will be once again welcome to join their humans on the trail every Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Pups and humans alike will have the opportunity to visit the extended festive Food Village, which promises to deliver a bigger and cosier experience than last year, with even more seasonal favourites, warming drinks, and sweet treats from local traders.
🅿️ FREE PARKING & ACCESSIBILITY
Free parking right near the trail’s entrance
Wheelchair and buggy accessible*
🗺 WHERE IS ASHRIDGE HOUSE?
Ashridge House is conveniently located in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, off J20 on the M25, just a 30 min drive from Luton and 45 min drive from Heathrow. The nearest train station is Berkhamsted, which visitors can reach in only 35 mins from London Euston train station.
🎟 TICKET COST & BOOKING:
▪️From £14.40 for children
▪️From £23.50 for adults
▪️Please send your enquiries for groups larger than 15 to groups@seetickets.com.
Booking and managing tickets to Ashridge House Illuminations couldn’t be easier, thanks to a booking system that allows visitors to easily change the day of their visit in case of wet weather at absolutely no extra cost. You can book via the event link.
🚦🚘 Lap of Lights 2025 - Silverstone Circuit, Towester
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 16:30 - 21:30
🚦Lap of Lights is back at Silverstone for 2025 and it's brighter than ever!
🗓 2025 DATES
Everyday from 12 December 2025 - 3 January 2026! Excluding 25th December 2025.
✨️WHAT TO EXPECT - THE LAP EXPERIENCE
Buckle up for an unforgettable drive around the world-famous Grand Prix circuit — illuminated on a scale like never before!
🗓 2025 DATES
Everyday from 12 December 2025 - 3 January 2026! Excluding 25th December 2025.
✨️WHAT TO EXPECT - THE LAP EXPERIENCE
Buckle up for an unforgettable drive around the world-famous Grand Prix circuit — illuminated on a scale like never before!
Ten breathtaking light installations transform the night, with every scene surrounding you in festive colour, sound and energy. It’s not just the scale of the lights that will take your breath away, but the thrill of experiencing them from behind the wheel as you follow in the tracks of racing legends.
HOW MANY LIGHTS?
✨️6000 Dazzling LED panels for a one of a kind festive drive
✨️10 Stunning lighting activations
✨️20 Laser shows for the ultimate experience
🔇 TURN THE VOLUME UP!
Tune into Elf FM and pump festive tunes all lap long.
🕟 DURATION
This is a approx 30 minute experience which run every half hour, running from 16:30pm - 21:30pm in December 2025 and 16:30pm - 20:30pm in January 2026.
🛎 ARRIVE 30 MINUTES EARLY
You will need to arrive at Silverstone Circuit 30 minutes before your Lap of Lights experience start time.
🎟 TICKET COST PER CAR:
Ticket cost ranges between £50 - £80 per car depending on date and times selected.
🚙 DO YOU HAVE A MINI BUS OR OTHER VEHICLE?
If you are booking a minibus or other vehicle please contact us at enquiries@silverstone.co.uk
⛸️ WHAT ELSE IS THERE TO DO?
Step out of your car and onto the ice as Silverstone’s legendary F1 garages are transformed into a skating experience like no other! From your first lap on ice to show-stopping spins - Ice Trak is the coolest place to be this Christmas.
😋 FESTIVE FOOD
Fuel up with festive favourites at our food quarter. Find the perfect bite for all the family with dozens of items to choose from.
❓️FAQ's
Any questions? click here.
HOW MANY LIGHTS?
✨️6000 Dazzling LED panels for a one of a kind festive drive
✨️10 Stunning lighting activations
✨️20 Laser shows for the ultimate experience
🔇 TURN THE VOLUME UP!
Tune into Elf FM and pump festive tunes all lap long.
🕟 DURATION
This is a approx 30 minute experience which run every half hour, running from 16:30pm - 21:30pm in December 2025 and 16:30pm - 20:30pm in January 2026.
🛎 ARRIVE 30 MINUTES EARLY
You will need to arrive at Silverstone Circuit 30 minutes before your Lap of Lights experience start time.
🎟 TICKET COST PER CAR:
Ticket cost ranges between £50 - £80 per car depending on date and times selected.
🚙 DO YOU HAVE A MINI BUS OR OTHER VEHICLE?
If you are booking a minibus or other vehicle please contact us at enquiries@silverstone.co.uk
⛸️ WHAT ELSE IS THERE TO DO?
Step out of your car and onto the ice as Silverstone’s legendary F1 garages are transformed into a skating experience like no other! From your first lap on ice to show-stopping spins - Ice Trak is the coolest place to be this Christmas.
😋 FESTIVE FOOD
Fuel up with festive favourites at our food quarter. Find the perfect bite for all the family with dozens of items to choose from.
❓️FAQ's
Any questions? click here.
✨️ The Land of Lights 2025 - Gulliver's Dinosaur and Farm Park, Milton Keynes
✨️ Land of Lights will be lighting up the skies at Gulliver’s Milton Keynes throughout winter 2025 with NEW lantern displays and glowing scenes.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️7 - 9 November
▪️14 - 16 November
▪️21 - 23 November
▪️28 - 30 November
▪️4 - 7 December
▪️10 - 24 December
▪️28 - 31 December
▪️1 - 4 January 2026
▪️From 10th January, Saturday & Sunday's only for the rest of January 2026
▪️February 2026: Saturday's only
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Step into the original Land of Lights experience at Gulliver’s Resort, Milton Keynes, the festival that lit the way. Now expanded to two more UK locations due to overwhelming popularity, Milton Keynes remains the heart of the glow. Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year after year.
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
You and your furry friends can explore the magic of Land of Lights together at all three locations! Bring your pup on a short lead and enjoy an unforgettable night as you explore the magnificent lanterns.
*All Wednesdays and Sundays (wherever operational) are dog-friendly.
❓️ACCESSIBILITY & FREQUENT QUESTIONS
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST
Ticket costs may vary on different days & times chosen. Click the event link.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️7 - 9 November
▪️14 - 16 November
▪️21 - 23 November
▪️28 - 30 November
▪️4 - 7 December
▪️10 - 24 December
▪️28 - 31 December
▪️1 - 4 January 2026
▪️From 10th January, Saturday & Sunday's only for the rest of January 2026
▪️February 2026: Saturday's only
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Step into the original Land of Lights experience at Gulliver’s Resort, Milton Keynes, the festival that lit the way. Now expanded to two more UK locations due to overwhelming popularity, Milton Keynes remains the heart of the glow. Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year after year.
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
You and your furry friends can explore the magic of Land of Lights together at all three locations! Bring your pup on a short lead and enjoy an unforgettable night as you explore the magnificent lanterns.
*All Wednesdays and Sundays (wherever operational) are dog-friendly.
❓️ACCESSIBILITY & FREQUENT QUESTIONS
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST
Ticket costs may vary on different days & times chosen. Click the event link.
🚂 Christmas at centre:mk 2025
Monday 15 December 2025
✨️ Christmas at centre:mk 2025
Step into Starlight Square and discover the magic of Christmas in Middleton Hall.
🗓 2025 DATES
15th November 2025 - 4th January 2026
Please note Starlight Square will be closed 25th & 26th December and 1st January 2026.
Time will vary day to day, click on the event link to take you to the website.
🚂 WHAT TO EXPECT
From our Very Merry Christmas Market featuring unique and local businesses, to enchanting rides for all the family to enjoy together. Don't miss the Victorian Double Decker Carousel and Helter Skelter, Test Drive Santa's Sleigh with our VR experience, jump aboard our Train ride and admire the twinkling lights.
Step into Starlight Square and discover the magic of Christmas in Middleton Hall.
🗓 2025 DATES
15th November 2025 - 4th January 2026
Please note Starlight Square will be closed 25th & 26th December and 1st January 2026.
Time will vary day to day, click on the event link to take you to the website.
🚂 WHAT TO EXPECT
From our Very Merry Christmas Market featuring unique and local businesses, to enchanting rides for all the family to enjoy together. Don't miss the Victorian Double Decker Carousel and Helter Skelter, Test Drive Santa's Sleigh with our VR experience, jump aboard our Train ride and admire the twinkling lights.
Don't forget to stop off at Santa's Postbox and send your wish lists to the big man himself!
🎁 CHRISTMAS MARKET
Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift, picking out a festive outfit, or enjoying a festive day out with the family making special memories, there’s something for everyone to make the season feel truly special.
Very Merry Christmas Market will vary in opening times, click the event link to find out more.
🎁 CHRISTMAS MARKET
Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift, picking out a festive outfit, or enjoying a festive day out with the family making special memories, there’s something for everyone to make the season feel truly special.
Very Merry Christmas Market will vary in opening times, click the event link to find out more.
🎟 RIDE PRICES:
▪️Train: £2.50 per person
▪️VR Sleigh Ride: £6 per person
(Book via the event link)
▪️Carousel: £3 per person, per ride
▪️Helter Skelter: £2 for 1 slide, per person, or £3 for 2 slides, per person
🎅 SANTA'S GROTTO WITH PETER RABBIT AND FRIENDS BOOKING & INFO
(21st Nov - 24th December 2025)
https://www.centremk.com/whats-on/events/santas-grotto-with-peter-rabbit-friends/
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION FOR MILTON KEYNES SHOPPING CENTRE ONLY
https://www.centremk.com/visit/amenities/
⛸️ Ice Skating at Woburn Sands Garden Centre 2025
Monday 15 December 2025
⛸️ Woburn Sands Garden Centre will have the annual real ice rink available for you and your family to enjoy. Ice skating sessions are available during the day, with extra evening sessions on certain days. Fully under cover so no need to worry about what the weather's doing outside!
🎟 WHAT YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
Tickets include skate hire and 40 minutes on the ice, everything you need for a fun ice skating experience! Discounted family tickets available. Whether you’re an experienced ice skater or it’s your first time on the ice, everyone is welcome.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
Friday 17th November 2025 - Friday 2nd January 2026 (excluding 25th December 2025)
⛸️ Ice Skating: From £5.50 per person
Its back! Join us for our annual ice skating rink - with real ice! Skates included in the price. Skating aids available to hire on the day. Discounted family tickets also available!
*Minimum 1 adult per booking
👨👩👧👧 Family Tickets: From £18 per family
Its back! Join us for our annual ice skating rink - with real ice! Skates included in the price. Skating aids available to hire on the day.
✨️ SEN Sessions: From £5.50 per person
Join the fun and come along to a SEN ice skate. Everyone can enjoy the ice and can either use traditional skates or twin bladed ice skates for added stability. Carers or accompanying adults can use traditional ice skates or over shoe grippers.
♿️ Wheel chairs will be allowed on the ice for our SEN sessions. The music and lights are switched off for these sessions and the capacity is limited.
*Minimum 1 adult per booking
👨👩👧👧 SEN Sessions - Family Tickets: From £18 per family
Join the fun and come along to a SEN ice skate. Everyone can enjoy the ice and can either use traditional skates or twin bladed ice skates for added stability. Carers or accompanying adults can use traditional ice skates or over shoe grippers.
♿️ Wheel chairs will be allowed on the ice for our SEN sessions. The music and lights are switched off for these sessions and the capacity is limited.
🧒 Toddler Session: From £5.50 per person
Bring your little ones for an exclusive Parent and Toddler Ice Skating session. Under 4’s go free! You and your young children under 4 can enjoy the skating rink and can use the double bladed skates or over-shoe grippers. Pushchairs are allowed on the ice too!
*Minimum 1 adult per booking
⛸️ SKATING AIDS
Skating aids are available to purchase at the beginning of your ice skating session for the price of £5. They are available on a first come-first serve basis. The payment method is card only using a card reader.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01908 281161
📧 Email: hello@wsgardencentre.uk
Friday 17th November 2025 - Friday 2nd January 2026 (excluding 25th December 2025)
⛸️ Ice Skating: From £5.50 per person
Its back! Join us for our annual ice skating rink - with real ice! Skates included in the price. Skating aids available to hire on the day. Discounted family tickets also available!
*Minimum 1 adult per booking
👨👩👧👧 Family Tickets: From £18 per family
Its back! Join us for our annual ice skating rink - with real ice! Skates included in the price. Skating aids available to hire on the day.
✨️ SEN Sessions: From £5.50 per person
Join the fun and come along to a SEN ice skate. Everyone can enjoy the ice and can either use traditional skates or twin bladed ice skates for added stability. Carers or accompanying adults can use traditional ice skates or over shoe grippers.
♿️ Wheel chairs will be allowed on the ice for our SEN sessions. The music and lights are switched off for these sessions and the capacity is limited.
*Minimum 1 adult per booking
👨👩👧👧 SEN Sessions - Family Tickets: From £18 per family
Join the fun and come along to a SEN ice skate. Everyone can enjoy the ice and can either use traditional skates or twin bladed ice skates for added stability. Carers or accompanying adults can use traditional ice skates or over shoe grippers.
♿️ Wheel chairs will be allowed on the ice for our SEN sessions. The music and lights are switched off for these sessions and the capacity is limited.
🧒 Toddler Session: From £5.50 per person
Bring your little ones for an exclusive Parent and Toddler Ice Skating session. Under 4’s go free! You and your young children under 4 can enjoy the skating rink and can use the double bladed skates or over-shoe grippers. Pushchairs are allowed on the ice too!
*Minimum 1 adult per booking
⛸️ SKATING AIDS
Skating aids are available to purchase at the beginning of your ice skating session for the price of £5. They are available on a first come-first serve basis. The payment method is card only using a card reader.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01908 281161
📧 Email: hello@wsgardencentre.uk
🎅 Santa's Grotto 2025 - The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, Barton-le-clay
Time: 09:00 - 18:15
🎅 It’s the most wonderful time of the year and The Santa Express is heading to The North Pole Train Station at the Olde Watermill Winter Wonderland with Santa, Mrs Claus, Elves and Rudolph on board, ready to see you all for a 50 minute visit full of magical Christmas fun.
Don’t miss out, book your tickets NOW!
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Saturday 22nd - Sunday 23rd November
▪️Saturday 29th Nov - Monday 1st December
▪️Thursday 4th Dec - Monday 8th December
▪️Thursday 11th Dec - Monday 15th December
▪️Thursday 18th Dec - Wednesday 24th December
🧑🎄 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Gingerbread Decorating: Step into the North Pole Bakery where Nutmeg the Baker and Jelly Tots the Elf will help all the children decorate a delicious christmassy gingerbread biscuit, there will also be an extra little surprise too. Next we’re off to meet more of Santa’s Elves.
✨️ Prepare Reindeer Food: In the Magic Stables, Drifter is preparing Rudolph and his friends’ favourite food. Here the children can fill their own bag of special magic food to take home.
✨️ Make a wish: Now for that very special moment when you make a wish on Santa’s Wishing Stars – ssshhh don’t tell anyone!!
✨️ Meet Santa & Mrs Claus: If that’s not enough fun, Mrs Claus will invite you into their cozy sitting room to meet Santa himself for a festive story, a present for each child and individual time with him and the opportunity to take that personal photograph of all the family.
✨️ Take a ride: Outside Rudolph is waiting to say ‘Merry Christmas’ and see you all, and each child can enjoy a go on Santa’s fairground train ride after which all the family can enjoy some time in our glittering, illuminated Wonderland and climb aboard The Santa Express for more fun and photos.
💌 NEW FOR 2025!
NEW this year, we have Santa’s Magic Postbox outside in the Winter Wonderland, so don’t forget to remind the children to bring their letters and post them to make sure they reach the North Pole by Christmas Eve.
♿️ IS THE GROTTO WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY?
Yes, the grotto is wheelchair friendly and our elves are always happy to help. Unfortunately we don’t offer any concessions. Please be aware the parking is on gravel and the slope up to the shopping village can be quite steep.
🎟 TICKET COST:
At least one full-priced child’s ticket is required per booking. Bookings with only adults and a baby are not permitted.
▪️Adult: £7.99
▪️Child: £17.99
▪️Under 1: £7.99
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@santasgrottouk.co.uk
Don’t miss out, book your tickets NOW!
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Saturday 22nd - Sunday 23rd November
▪️Saturday 29th Nov - Monday 1st December
▪️Thursday 4th Dec - Monday 8th December
▪️Thursday 11th Dec - Monday 15th December
▪️Thursday 18th Dec - Wednesday 24th December
🧑🎄 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Gingerbread Decorating: Step into the North Pole Bakery where Nutmeg the Baker and Jelly Tots the Elf will help all the children decorate a delicious christmassy gingerbread biscuit, there will also be an extra little surprise too. Next we’re off to meet more of Santa’s Elves.
✨️ Prepare Reindeer Food: In the Magic Stables, Drifter is preparing Rudolph and his friends’ favourite food. Here the children can fill their own bag of special magic food to take home.
✨️ Make a wish: Now for that very special moment when you make a wish on Santa’s Wishing Stars – ssshhh don’t tell anyone!!
✨️ Meet Santa & Mrs Claus: If that’s not enough fun, Mrs Claus will invite you into their cozy sitting room to meet Santa himself for a festive story, a present for each child and individual time with him and the opportunity to take that personal photograph of all the family.
✨️ Take a ride: Outside Rudolph is waiting to say ‘Merry Christmas’ and see you all, and each child can enjoy a go on Santa’s fairground train ride after which all the family can enjoy some time in our glittering, illuminated Wonderland and climb aboard The Santa Express for more fun and photos.
💌 NEW FOR 2025!
NEW this year, we have Santa’s Magic Postbox outside in the Winter Wonderland, so don’t forget to remind the children to bring their letters and post them to make sure they reach the North Pole by Christmas Eve.
♿️ IS THE GROTTO WHEELCHAIR FRIENDLY?
Yes, the grotto is wheelchair friendly and our elves are always happy to help. Unfortunately we don’t offer any concessions. Please be aware the parking is on gravel and the slope up to the shopping village can be quite steep.
🎟 TICKET COST:
At least one full-priced child’s ticket is required per booking. Bookings with only adults and a baby are not permitted.
▪️Adult: £7.99
▪️Child: £17.99
▪️Under 1: £7.99
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@santasgrottouk.co.uk
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🛡 A Christmas Festive Feast Trail at Dunstable Downs 2025
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🛡 Join the grand Knight’s Festive Feast and celebrate the year’s triumphs in true medieval style at Dunstable Downs! As you journey through the trail, find out who plays a part in bringing a medieval banquet to life.
👨👩👧👧 SUITABILITY
Children of all ages are welcome. Well behaved dogs are welcome on leads.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
The trail takes place between Saturday 6th December 2025 and Sunday 4th January 2026, from 10:30am to 4pm, with last entry at 3:30pm.
(We are closed on the 24th and 25th December 2025).
⚔️ TRAIL DETAILS
👨👩👧👧 SUITABILITY
Children of all ages are welcome. Well behaved dogs are welcome on leads.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
The trail takes place between Saturday 6th December 2025 and Sunday 4th January 2026, from 10:30am to 4pm, with last entry at 3:30pm.
(We are closed on the 24th and 25th December 2025).
⚔️ TRAIL DETAILS
Take on tasks, follow clues, and gather everything needed to complete the festive banquet table. Adventure, laughter, and merriment await—let the feast begin!
Join us for this 10 station trail with a congratualtions prize at the end!
✨️ ALTERNATIVE TRAIL
For an alternative trail option, we also have themed sensory bags, a sensory trail, and spotter sheets to ensure everyone can join in the adventure!
💳 ADMISSION FEE
✨️ ALTERNATIVE TRAIL
For an alternative trail option, we also have themed sensory bags, a sensory trail, and spotter sheets to ensure everyone can join in the adventure!
💳 ADMISSION FEE
Prices are £3 per trail which includes the trail and prize. No booking required.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY OF DUNSTABLE DOWNS
The visitor centre, courtyard and trail is step free and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Please note that the majority of the trail is on grass.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/dunstable-downs-and-whipsnade-estate
🅿️ PARKING
Parking at Dunstable Downs costs £3.50 for a day for non-National Trust members and is free for National Trust members. Blue badge holders can also park for free. The parking is paid via a pay and display machine, and members can scan their membership card for free parking. (Parking charges can change at anytime)
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582500920
📧 Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY OF DUNSTABLE DOWNS
The visitor centre, courtyard and trail is step free and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Please note that the majority of the trail is on grass.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/dunstable-downs-and-whipsnade-estate
🅿️ PARKING
Parking at Dunstable Downs costs £3.50 for a day for non-National Trust members and is free for National Trust members. Blue badge holders can also park for free. The parking is paid via a pay and display machine, and members can scan their membership card for free parking. (Parking charges can change at anytime)
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582500920
📧 Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
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👣🧑🎄 The Nut Cracker Trail 2025 - Rushden Lakes
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 08:00 - 18:00
🧑🎄 Join us for a magical Nutcracker Trail this festive season 2025 at Rushden Lakes from 21st November 2025 - 4th January 2026.
🌟 EVENT DETAILS
Explore the site on a self-guided adventure designed for our younger visitors. Collect your trail booklet from Customer Services, then hunt down 10 Nutcracker characters hidden across the site. Write down all their names to complete the challenge!
Small gifts for everyone who takes part. Perfect photo opportunities throughout the festive period. Plus, enter your details for a chance to win a £50 The Entertainer Voucher!
🎁 WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT
Rushden Lakes will be running a festive Farye from 14th November - 31st December 2025 open 10am - 7pm. Here is the link for more information:
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/events/festive-fayre
CUSTOMER SERVICE OPENING TIMES
▪️Monday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Tuesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Wednesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Thursday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Friday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Saturday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Sunday: 10 am–5 pm
*Check with customer services for times for specific days around the Christmas and the New Year period as these opening/closing as times may be different than listed.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/accessibility
ℹ️ CUSTOMER SERVICES ENQUIRIES
You can contact us on 01933 427925 or via email. For assistance out of hours please contact the Security team on 01933 427923).
🌟 EVENT DETAILS
Explore the site on a self-guided adventure designed for our younger visitors. Collect your trail booklet from Customer Services, then hunt down 10 Nutcracker characters hidden across the site. Write down all their names to complete the challenge!
Small gifts for everyone who takes part. Perfect photo opportunities throughout the festive period. Plus, enter your details for a chance to win a £50 The Entertainer Voucher!
🎁 WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT
Rushden Lakes will be running a festive Farye from 14th November - 31st December 2025 open 10am - 7pm. Here is the link for more information:
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/events/festive-fayre
CUSTOMER SERVICE OPENING TIMES
▪️Monday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Tuesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Wednesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Thursday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Friday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Saturday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Sunday: 10 am–5 pm
*Check with customer services for times for specific days around the Christmas and the New Year period as these opening/closing as times may be different than listed.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/accessibility
ℹ️ CUSTOMER SERVICES ENQUIRIES
You can contact us on 01933 427925 or via email. For assistance out of hours please contact the Security team on 01933 427923).
💦 Family Swimming Session - Saxon Pool & Leisure Centre, Biggleswade
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 18:30 - 19:30
💦 This session is in the main pool at Saxon Pool, Biggleswade. Floats, fun toys maybe available or bring your own. Toys must be under 1 metre in size. All under 8's must be attended with an adult (18+). One adult for every two under 8's.
🗓 FAMILY SWIM SESSIONS
▪️Monday: 18:30 - 19:30
▪️Wednesday: 18:30 - 19:30
▪️Friday: 18:30 - 19:30
(Check the app incase of any changes)
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
If you haven't downloaded the Everyone Active App already to book sessions you can download it here. Scroll down the page and you will see the app options.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £5.90
▪️Junior: £3.15
▪️Senior: £3.15
▪️Concession: £3.15
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 433133
🗓 FAMILY SWIM SESSIONS
▪️Monday: 18:30 - 19:30
▪️Wednesday: 18:30 - 19:30
▪️Friday: 18:30 - 19:30
(Check the app incase of any changes)
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
If you haven't downloaded the Everyone Active App already to book sessions you can download it here. Scroll down the page and you will see the app options.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £5.90
▪️Junior: £3.15
▪️Senior: £3.15
▪️Concession: £3.15
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 433133
🧑🎄 Harris Christmas Light Spectacular 2025 - St Nicholas close, Flitwick
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 17:00 - 20:00
🧑🎄 Spreading cheer, one light at a time. Come celebrate the season with us at 2 St Nicholas Close, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, lighting up the neighborhood and welcoming everyone to enjoy.
✨️ ABOUT
Bringing the Christmas magic to life, you dont want to miss our christmas lights. This year we are raising money for keech hospice care which provides specialist end-of-life care for people of all ages.
🕔 WHAT TIME? (NOT GUARANTEED)
Looking forward to seeing you all from 1st of December 2025. The lights will run every night up untill 25th December 2025, from 5pm - 8pm. You may even see the elf coming to say hello and to have a dance with you in the snow between 5pm - 6pm!
*(Weather dependant).
.
💖 RAISING MONEY FOR KEECH
We do our Christmas lights every year in aid of keech hospice, we would love to raise as good total this year! Any donations are greatly appreciated, we have money boxes for cash, QR codes around the lights & also a fundraising link below if you would like to donate online.
Click here to donate
📍 LOCATION
St Nicholas close, Flitwick, Bedfordshire
MK45 1PF
👀 KEEP UPDATED
Incase of any changes of times/cancellations keep updated on the Facebook page via the event link.
✨️ ABOUT
Bringing the Christmas magic to life, you dont want to miss our christmas lights. This year we are raising money for keech hospice care which provides specialist end-of-life care for people of all ages.
🕔 WHAT TIME? (NOT GUARANTEED)
Looking forward to seeing you all from 1st of December 2025. The lights will run every night up untill 25th December 2025, from 5pm - 8pm. You may even see the elf coming to say hello and to have a dance with you in the snow between 5pm - 6pm!
*(Weather dependant).
.
💖 RAISING MONEY FOR KEECH
We do our Christmas lights every year in aid of keech hospice, we would love to raise as good total this year! Any donations are greatly appreciated, we have money boxes for cash, QR codes around the lights & also a fundraising link below if you would like to donate online.
Click here to donate
📍 LOCATION
St Nicholas close, Flitwick, Bedfordshire
MK45 1PF
👀 KEEP UPDATED
Incase of any changes of times/cancellations keep updated on the Facebook page via the event link.
💥 Funtivity Offer - Only £5 Instead Of £10.95! - Leighton Buzzard
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 12:00
🎁 A Gift from Funtivity, Leighton Buzzard!
We know December is an expensive month with all the festive fun so here is a little early Christmas present from all of us at Funtivity!
We hope this makes treating your little ones to a fun day out a little bit easier this festive season.
🗓 £5 SESSION DATES & TIMES 2025:
▪️Monday 15th December: 12pm
▪️Wednesday 17th December: 9:30am, 12pm
▪️Thursday 18th December: 9:30am, 12pm & 2:30pm
▪️Friday 19th December: 9:30am, 12pm, 2:30pm
💰 THE OFFER...
Only £5 for a 2 hour play session (Normal price £10.95). Valid for online bookings only. We can't wait to see you and spread some Christmas cheer!
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children aged 1 - 8 year old's: £5.00
▪️Babies 3 months to 11 months: £4.95
▪️Under 3 months: Free
▪️Adult: Free
▪️Additional Adult: £3.00
We know December is an expensive month with all the festive fun so here is a little early Christmas present from all of us at Funtivity!
We hope this makes treating your little ones to a fun day out a little bit easier this festive season.
🗓 £5 SESSION DATES & TIMES 2025:
▪️Monday 15th December: 12pm
▪️Wednesday 17th December: 9:30am, 12pm
▪️Thursday 18th December: 9:30am, 12pm & 2:30pm
▪️Friday 19th December: 9:30am, 12pm, 2:30pm
💰 THE OFFER...
Only £5 for a 2 hour play session (Normal price £10.95). Valid for online bookings only. We can't wait to see you and spread some Christmas cheer!
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children aged 1 - 8 year old's: £5.00
▪️Babies 3 months to 11 months: £4.95
▪️Under 3 months: Free
▪️Adult: Free
▪️Additional Adult: £3.00
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🎄 Carols Around the Christmas Tree 2025 - Ampthill
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 18:30
🎄 Carols Around the Christmas Tree on Monday 15th December 2025 at 6.30pm -on the Market Square. Bring your torch/lantern and join us for a hearty sing-along.
🌟 FEATURING
✨️ Ampthill Town Band
✨️ Parkside Singers
✨️ Father Christmas
🎼 Download: Carols Around The Tree Carol Sheet:
https://www.ampthilltc.gov.uk/contentfiles/1193.pdf
🌟 FEATURING
✨️ Ampthill Town Band
✨️ Parkside Singers
✨️ Father Christmas
🎼 Download: Carols Around The Tree Carol Sheet:
https://www.ampthilltc.gov.uk/contentfiles/1193.pdf
💥 All Items £1.00 - Salvation Army Charity Shop, Luton
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 09:00 - 17:00
💥 Luton Salvation Army's BIG WINTER SALE hits our store on Monday 15th December 2025 from 9am!! Located in the shopping centre - Luton Point.
🤑 HOW MUCH?
All items will be £1.00!!! Yes you read that correct... All items will be £1.00 while stocks last. See you in the morning!!!
🅿️ PARKING
Sat Nav users should use the postcodes:
▪️LU1 2JX for Market Car Park
▪️LU1 2HN for Central Car Park
▪️LU1 2NG for Library Car Park
🤑 HOW MUCH?
All items will be £1.00!!! Yes you read that correct... All items will be £1.00 while stocks last. See you in the morning!!!
🅿️ PARKING
Sat Nav users should use the postcodes:
▪️LU1 2JX for Market Car Park
▪️LU1 2HN for Central Car Park
▪️LU1 2NG for Library Car Park
🦌 Marston Stay & Play December 2025
Monday 15 December 2025
Time: 10:00 - 11:30
🧑🎄 We look forward to seeing you all on the Monday 15th & Friday 19th December 2025 for our Christmas Sessions. (Monday is now sold out).
▪️AGES: 0 - 4
☃️ WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Making our very own calendars for the New Year,
✨️ Mixing up reindeer food to leave out on Christmas Eve,
✨️ Exploring in a sensory snow tray,
✨️ Splashing in festive water trays,
✨️ Creating salt dough Christmas ornaments for the Tree.
✨️ and even our very own snowball fight
✨️ We may have had a delivery of presents too
🧁 WHO WILL BE JOING US?
@cakesbyelaine40 Will be joining us on Monday & Fridays sessions, with her festive cakes & bakes. Festive biscuit decorating will also be available for the little ones to enjoy.
@kiddies_bookworms will be joining us for the very last time on Monday!! 😢
🚫 NO SESSION ON TUESDAY
A Gentle reminder - There is No session on Tuesday this week.
🎟 HOW TO BOOK
You can book online via the event link.
Ticket costs £6.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: marstonsstayandplay@outlook.com
▪️AGES: 0 - 4
☃️ WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Making our very own calendars for the New Year,
✨️ Mixing up reindeer food to leave out on Christmas Eve,
✨️ Exploring in a sensory snow tray,
✨️ Splashing in festive water trays,
✨️ Creating salt dough Christmas ornaments for the Tree.
✨️ and even our very own snowball fight
✨️ We may have had a delivery of presents too
🧁 WHO WILL BE JOING US?
@cakesbyelaine40 Will be joining us on Monday & Fridays sessions, with her festive cakes & bakes. Festive biscuit decorating will also be available for the little ones to enjoy.
@kiddies_bookworms will be joining us for the very last time on Monday!! 😢
🚫 NO SESSION ON TUESDAY
A Gentle reminder - There is No session on Tuesday this week.
🎟 HOW TO BOOK
You can book online via the event link.
Ticket costs £6.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: marstonsstayandplay@outlook.com