🎨 Tabletop Art Session: Fantasy Map Drawing & Miniature Painting - Houghton Regis
Thursday 08 January 2026
Time: 18:00 - 21:00 Price: £5.00
🎨 Join us for a beginner friendly art session: Fantasy Map & Dungeon Creation, Miniatures Painting and Tabletop Terrain Building.
Create maps, dungeons and illustrations with a strong sense of wanderlust and storytelling, paint your very own fantasy miniature and create detailed 3D terrain pieces: Perfect for D&D, Warhammer, Pathfinder and other TTRPG's fans or those looking for an accessible way into a new hobby.
▪️AGE: Under 13's should be accompanied by an adult at this event; miniature painting is suitable for ages 13+
🎨 WHAT TO EXPECT
Step-by-step assistance, friendly hosts, free refreshments all evening. No experience or materials needed, we provide you with everything you will need, with full access to our resources. (Yes, even a pre-primed miniature figurine)
Anything you create is yours to take home and game with as you please... or bring to the next More Than Board Games Event!
🎟 TICKET COST:
Tickets £5 each - We are a not-for-profit company, ticket sales help us to provide more community based events.
If you would like to bring your own miniatures, terrain and accessories to work with, you are welcome to do so. We ask that you still purchase a ticket for this event.
Carers: If you require a carer or guardian with you, who is not participating, there are free tickets available to reserve them a seat.
ℹ️ WHAT ELSE TO KNOW
Our friendly Staff and Volunteers are Enhanced DBS checked and Insured.
This event is run by More Than Board Games, in partnership and shared space with Sew What Have I Found For You.
📍LOCATION
48 Sandringham Dr, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 5UP
♿️ ACCESS INFORMATION
Stepfree access throughout the entire building. Wheelchair access toilet onsite.
Main entrance door: 74cm - 154cm. Meeting room door: 90cm. Table height: 72cm & 78cm.
Chairs are armless, with padded seats and padded backrests. We have some adjustable office style chairs available if needed.
Free, unreserved parking is available directly outside the entrance. There are 2 dropped-curbs outside the entrance.
🚰 REFRESHMENTS
Free refreshments will be provided all evening, There is access to the kitchen if you need to refill a water bottle.
❓️ANY QUESTIONS?
If you require any more information for this event please contact our friendly team at info@morethanboardgames.co.uk
Create maps, dungeons and illustrations with a strong sense of wanderlust and storytelling, paint your very own fantasy miniature and create detailed 3D terrain pieces: Perfect for D&D, Warhammer, Pathfinder and other TTRPG's fans or those looking for an accessible way into a new hobby.
▪️AGE: Under 13's should be accompanied by an adult at this event; miniature painting is suitable for ages 13+
🎨 WHAT TO EXPECT
Step-by-step assistance, friendly hosts, free refreshments all evening. No experience or materials needed, we provide you with everything you will need, with full access to our resources. (Yes, even a pre-primed miniature figurine)
Anything you create is yours to take home and game with as you please... or bring to the next More Than Board Games Event!
🎟 TICKET COST:
Tickets £5 each - We are a not-for-profit company, ticket sales help us to provide more community based events.
If you would like to bring your own miniatures, terrain and accessories to work with, you are welcome to do so. We ask that you still purchase a ticket for this event.
Carers: If you require a carer or guardian with you, who is not participating, there are free tickets available to reserve them a seat.
ℹ️ WHAT ELSE TO KNOW
Our friendly Staff and Volunteers are Enhanced DBS checked and Insured.
This event is run by More Than Board Games, in partnership and shared space with Sew What Have I Found For You.
📍LOCATION
48 Sandringham Dr, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 5UP
♿️ ACCESS INFORMATION
Stepfree access throughout the entire building. Wheelchair access toilet onsite.
Main entrance door: 74cm - 154cm. Meeting room door: 90cm. Table height: 72cm & 78cm.
Chairs are armless, with padded seats and padded backrests. We have some adjustable office style chairs available if needed.
Free, unreserved parking is available directly outside the entrance. There are 2 dropped-curbs outside the entrance.
🚰 REFRESHMENTS
Free refreshments will be provided all evening, There is access to the kitchen if you need to refill a water bottle.
❓️ANY QUESTIONS?
If you require any more information for this event please contact our friendly team at info@morethanboardgames.co.uk
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🐻 Goldilocks And The Three Bears - Milton Keynes Theatre
Thursday 08 January 2026
🐻 Enter a world of wonder at Milton Keynes’ home of pantomime, as the magical Goldilocks and the Three Bears comes to Milton Keynes Theatre from 6th December 2025 - 11th January 2026 with afternoon & evening performances! Book tickets here.
🤩 ABOUT
For five weeks only, join iconic comedian, TV and musical theatre star Brian Conley, as the theatre is transformed into a sensational circus, where everything is possible, and anything could (and will) happen.
🎪 WHAT TO EXPECT
This festive extravaganza is packed with riotous comedy, extraordinary special effects, hair-raising stunts and international circus acts!
Goldilocks’ circus is under threat from an evil rival circus owner and, with the help of their circus friends, they’re battling to rescue their Big Top from ruin. Will they succeed? All seems lost, until three brilliant bears join the gang…
Roll up, roll up to see panto join the circus, and be swept away by a pantomime spectacular that’s just right!
🚫 DATES NOT SHOWING:
▪️Dec, 15th, 18th, 25th
▪️Jan, 1st, 5th,
🎟 TICKETS COST: FROM £15
(Plus booking fee) BOOK HERE
🤩 ABOUT
For five weeks only, join iconic comedian, TV and musical theatre star Brian Conley, as the theatre is transformed into a sensational circus, where everything is possible, and anything could (and will) happen.
🎪 WHAT TO EXPECT
This festive extravaganza is packed with riotous comedy, extraordinary special effects, hair-raising stunts and international circus acts!
Goldilocks’ circus is under threat from an evil rival circus owner and, with the help of their circus friends, they’re battling to rescue their Big Top from ruin. Will they succeed? All seems lost, until three brilliant bears join the gang…
Roll up, roll up to see panto join the circus, and be swept away by a pantomime spectacular that’s just right!
🚫 DATES NOT SHOWING:
▪️Dec, 15th, 18th, 25th
▪️Jan, 1st, 5th,
🎟 TICKETS COST: FROM £15
(Plus booking fee) BOOK HERE
⚽️ Join the Brand New Dunstable Thursday 6-a-side Football League!
Thursday 08 January 2026
Time: 19:00 - 21:00
⚽️ Football is back in Dunstable with a brand new Thursday night 6-a-side league at Houstone School, run by Leisure Leagues — the world’s largest provider of small-sided football.
This is a fun, friendly, and competitive league for adults of all abilities. Whether you have a full squad ready to go or you’re an individual looking to join a team, we’ll get you playing straight away.
🗓 WHEN?
Every Thursday evening: 7pm - 9pm
📍WHERE?
Houstone School, Dunstable, LU5 5PX
(3G pitches)
👨🦰 WHO CAN JOIN?
Players aged 16+ (teams or individuals welcome)
Extras: FA-qualified referees, weekly fixtures, league tables, and Veo camera match recordings uploaded online
Get active, meet new people, and enjoy the buzz of small-sided football in a great atmosphere.
📲 HOW TO JOIN
Sign up now HERE
Spaces are limited — secure your place today!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Louis@leisureleagues.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 07449773861 (Louis)
This is a fun, friendly, and competitive league for adults of all abilities. Whether you have a full squad ready to go or you’re an individual looking to join a team, we’ll get you playing straight away.
🗓 WHEN?
Every Thursday evening: 7pm - 9pm
📍WHERE?
Houstone School, Dunstable, LU5 5PX
(3G pitches)
👨🦰 WHO CAN JOIN?
Players aged 16+ (teams or individuals welcome)
Extras: FA-qualified referees, weekly fixtures, league tables, and Veo camera match recordings uploaded online
Get active, meet new people, and enjoy the buzz of small-sided football in a great atmosphere.
📲 HOW TO JOIN
Sign up now HERE
Spaces are limited — secure your place today!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Louis@leisureleagues.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 07449773861 (Louis)
🎭 National Theatre Live 2026 - The Rufus Centre, Flitwick
Thursday 08 January 2026
Time: 14:00 Price: £11.95
The last chance to experience the magic of National Theatre Live on the big screen at The Rufus Centre.
▪️AGE: Age Suitability 15+
ℹ️ ABOUT
The Fifth Step - Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland.
After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.
Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on London’s West End.
🎟 TICKET COST: £10.95 (+ £1 booking fee)
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01525 631905
📧 Email: bookings@therufuscentre.co.uk
▪️AGE: Age Suitability 15+
ℹ️ ABOUT
The Fifth Step - Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden (Slow Horses, Dunkirk) is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman (The Hobbit, The Responder) in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland.
After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend.
Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on London’s West End.
🎟 TICKET COST: £10.95 (+ £1 booking fee)
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01525 631905
📧 Email: bookings@therufuscentre.co.uk
💥 Kids go for £1 at Mead Open Farm 2025
Thursday 08 January 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
💥 Kids for a Quid kicks at Mead Open Farm.
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
Sunday 28th December 2025 until the 31st January 2026 kids go for just a quid with every paying adult or senior at Mead Open Farm!
Closing early New Years Eve with last entry at 3pm, closing at 4pm. Closed New Years Day (1st Jan 2026)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Meet animals including our newborn goat kids, take part in animal activities, run wild in our huge indoor play area and explore acres of outdoor play!
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
One free child ticket with per paying adult or senior. Must pre-book online to redeem offer. Not applicable on the door. Not applicable for memberships Book Tickets. Find out more and book your tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 852 954
🗓 2025/2026 DATES
Sunday 28th December 2025 until the 31st January 2026 kids go for just a quid with every paying adult or senior at Mead Open Farm!
Closing early New Years Eve with last entry at 3pm, closing at 4pm. Closed New Years Day (1st Jan 2026)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Meet animals including our newborn goat kids, take part in animal activities, run wild in our huge indoor play area and explore acres of outdoor play!
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
One free child ticket with per paying adult or senior. Must pre-book online to redeem offer. Not applicable on the door. Not applicable for memberships Book Tickets. Find out more and book your tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 852 954
🦁 Universal Credit Low Cost Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2026!
Thursday 08 January 2026
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🐵 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+) - £9.35/ £8.50
▪️CHILD (3-15 YEARS) - £4.95 / £4.50
▪️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.
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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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🌳 Tree Tots at Howe Park Wood, Milton Keynes
Thursday 08 January 2026
Time: 10:00 - 10:50 Price: £3.00
🌳 Outdoor nature play has many proven benefits for pre-schoolers. It supports their development, stimulates their senses, improves creativity, and boosts immunity.
👶 AGE: Under 5's
🗓 DAY & TIME
▪️Thursday's
▪️10:00am - 10:50am
That’s why our Outdoor Learning Team runs Tree Tots, a weekly 50-minute nature play session that enables you and your little ones to join in all kinds of outdoor fun alongside other children, parents and carers.
👩🍳 WHAT TO EXPECT
Tree Tots offers a range of seasonal activities designed just for under-5s. You’ll get to join in all kinds of fun things that connect you and your little one with nature – from ‘cooking’ in mud kitchens, balancing on ropes and swinging in hammocks to playing with water, exploring the woods and collecting natural treasure.
📍WHERE/WHEN IT TAKES PLACE
Taking place in a dedicated area of Howe Park Wood every Thursday at 10am (Winter) or 10am and 11am (Summer).
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
Tree Tots takes place in all weathers (unless it’s very extreme) because we believe that children should have the opportunity to experience the wild outdoors – whether that’s rain, wind, sun or snow. Please come dressed appropriately for the weather.
🎟 TICKETS:
Sessions cost £3 for the first child and £1 for additional children. Maximum 3 children per adult. No booking is required for accompanying adults. You can book via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@theparkstrust.com
☎️ Phone: 01908 233600
👶 AGE: Under 5's
🗓 DAY & TIME
▪️Thursday's
▪️10:00am - 10:50am
That’s why our Outdoor Learning Team runs Tree Tots, a weekly 50-minute nature play session that enables you and your little ones to join in all kinds of outdoor fun alongside other children, parents and carers.
👩🍳 WHAT TO EXPECT
Tree Tots offers a range of seasonal activities designed just for under-5s. You’ll get to join in all kinds of fun things that connect you and your little one with nature – from ‘cooking’ in mud kitchens, balancing on ropes and swinging in hammocks to playing with water, exploring the woods and collecting natural treasure.
📍WHERE/WHEN IT TAKES PLACE
Taking place in a dedicated area of Howe Park Wood every Thursday at 10am (Winter) or 10am and 11am (Summer).
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
Tree Tots takes place in all weathers (unless it’s very extreme) because we believe that children should have the opportunity to experience the wild outdoors – whether that’s rain, wind, sun or snow. Please come dressed appropriately for the weather.
🎟 TICKETS:
Sessions cost £3 for the first child and £1 for additional children. Maximum 3 children per adult. No booking is required for accompanying adults. You can book via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@theparkstrust.com
☎️ Phone: 01908 233600
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💥 Three Courses and a drink at The Woburn for only £20.26 - January 2026 Offer!
Thursday 08 January 2026
Time: 12:00 - 21:00 Price: £20.26
💥 Enjoy THREE COURSES + A DRINK for £20.26 (set menu) at The Woburn Hotel this January 2026!
Start the new year with great food and even better value. Whether it’s a relaxed lunch or an evening treat, our January 2026 offer is the perfect excuse to dine with us.
🗓 WHEN IS THE OFFER VALID?
▪️Monday to Friday
▪️5th–23rd January 2026
▪️Available from 12–9pm
📖 MENU
Take a look at the set menu on the website here. See the website for full T&C's via the event link.
▪️PLEASE NOTE:
A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to your bill. 100% of this will be fairly distributed amongst the team who prepared & served your food today. The gratuity is discretionary – please ask us if you would like us to remove it from the bill.
✅️ BOOK A TABLE
Book your table now to avoid missing out:
☎️ Phone: 01525 290441
Start the new year with great food and even better value. Whether it’s a relaxed lunch or an evening treat, our January 2026 offer is the perfect excuse to dine with us.
🗓 WHEN IS THE OFFER VALID?
▪️Monday to Friday
▪️5th–23rd January 2026
▪️Available from 12–9pm
📖 MENU
Take a look at the set menu on the website here. See the website for full T&C's via the event link.
▪️PLEASE NOTE:
A discretionary 10% service charge will be added to your bill. 100% of this will be fairly distributed amongst the team who prepared & served your food today. The gratuity is discretionary – please ask us if you would like us to remove it from the bill.
✅️ BOOK A TABLE
Book your table now to avoid missing out:
☎️ Phone: 01525 290441
