😎 I Grew Up 80's Exhibition - North Hertfordshire Museum, Hitchin
Time: 10:30 - 16:30
🗓 2026 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
▪️Mondays and Bank Holidays: closed
▪️Tuesdays – Saturdays: 10.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
▪️Sundays: 11.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.
🎮 ABOUT
Pop in and judge for yourself. From toys and film posters to beta max and game consoles, there’s something in here for everyone of a certain age (or even those that were a twinkle in their mother’s eye but still think it’s cool stuff).
We even have an actual arcade machine which you can try out. Yes, you heard us right, bring your 50 pences and play a 1980s game with a joystick. No touchscreens here.
So come down to the museum and be transported back to the 1980s, it’s free!
The exhibition runs until 15 March 2026.
🐶 DOGS
We are dog-friendly! You are welcome to bring your dogs provided they are well behaved and on a lead.
☕️ THE CAFE
If you need refreshment, our café serves a variety of drinks, savoury and sweet snacks, and light meals.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://northhertsmuseum.org/accessibility/
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01462 474554
20 other events on this day
🛍 Willen Hospice Clearance Outlet (New) - Stacey Bushes, Milton Keynes
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
📆 OPENING TIMES
▪️Wednesday - Sunday: 10.00am - 4.00pm
(Closed Monday's & Tuesday's)
ℹ️ ABOUT
It’s affordable, fast-paced, and better for the planet. Most importantly, every purchase helps fund vital care at Willen Hospice. Big impact. Small prices.
Discover ladieswear, menswear, homewares and clearance music by Off the Record MK
✨️ Regular stock drops
New stock arrives multiple times a week, so there’s always something new to discover.
✨️ One big weekly drop
Weekly delivery from our Warehouse and Distribution Centre — reopening each week with a fresh selection. You'll want to visit again and again.
💷 COST
Everything is priced at £1, £3 or £5 no individual price tags, just brilliant value.
🇮🇪 Irish Night with The BibleCode Sundays - The Hat Factory Arts Centre
Time: 20:00 - 23:30
▪️AGE: 18+
🎟 TICKET COST: £11
For inquiries about accessibility please contact:
☎️ 01582 878 100
📧 boxoffice@culturetrust.com
💃 Colours of a Woman’s Love (R&D Performance Sharing) - The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton
Time: 16:30 - 18:30
Led by Debbie Ganguli-Patel, with additional mentorship on choreography by Divya Kasturi and original music created in collaboration with Prathap Ramachandra and Vijay Venkat, the work explores the emotional landscapes of modern women navigating love, identity, and societal change. Rooted in Bharatanatyam yet infused with fresh perspectives, the piece blends tradition and innovation in a powerful exploration of women’s lives today.
The performance will open with a vibrant curtain raiser, celebrating and showcasing the creativity of early-career dancers as the next generation of artists.
▪️AGE: 10+
🎟 TICKET COST: £11 (inc. booking fee)
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: boxoffice@culturetrust.com
☎️ Phone: 01582 878100
✨️ The Land of Lights 2025/2026 - Gulliver's Dinosaur and Farm Park, Milton Keynes
🤑 OFFER:
Save 25% off tickets. This is only valid when you make a booking in January 2026 using code: FUN25
🗓 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.
🏴 Burns Night 2026 - George Inn, Maulden
Time: 19:00 Price: £55.00
🎉 Join us for a truly traditional Burns Night Supper celebrating Scotland’s national poet, Robert Burns Hosted by the Wonderful Fisherfolk.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect great food, flowing whisky, and plenty of Burns-inspired merriment.Tartan is strongly encouraged, so dust off your finest and come celebrate with us in true Scottish style!
✨ £55 per person includes:
▪️ A three-course set menu
▪️ A traditional Scottish whisky for the toast
▪️ Address to the Haggis, poems, and Scottish traditions throughout the evening including music from the fabulous Fisherfolk sure to have you dancing by the end.
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
Please note, pre order will be essential - View Menu below- Please email your choices to info@thegeorgemaulden.com by Thursday 15th January 2026. Slàinte Mhath!
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01525 841559
🛏 WANT TO STAY THE NIGHT?
This venue has rooms available, subject to availability.
🔥 The Hellfire Caves - West Wycombe
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 OPENING DATES FOR 2025/2026
General Admission:
▪️ Open 27–28 December 2025
(Christmas-decorated caves)
▪️Closed 29–30 December 2025,
▪️Open 31 December – 4 January 2026 and then weekends only from January 2026 until Easter, 10am-4pm.
♿️ WHEELCHAIR & PUSHCAHIRS
Please note due to the nature of the caves and the width of the tunnels, the Hellfire Caves are unsuitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs We do however provide pushchair parking and baby slings for your convenience.
🅿️ PARKING
There is very limited parking at the caves but we have a 200 space car park located a short 5 minute walk away at:
📍Chorley Road, West Wycombe, HP14 3AP
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £9.50
▪️Child under 16: £8.00
▪️Child under 2: Free
▪️3 Person family: £21.00
▪️4 Person family: £30.00
▪️OAP: £8.00
▪️National Trust Member: £8.00
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01494 533739
📧 Email: caves@westwycombeestate.co.uk
💥 Kids go for £1 at Mead Open Farm 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🗓 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!
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
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
💡 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/
Related Deals & Blogs
🎤 Dylan From Legends of Swing - The Crown, Flitwick
Time: 20:30 - 00:00
🎤 WHAT MUSIC?
Singing SKA, Blues, Rock n Roll and more. What better way to avoid the January blues!
Live from 8.30pm, it's always a great night! We can't wait to see you all!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 310136
📽 National Film & Sci-fi Museum - Milton Keynes
Time: 10:30 - 18:00
The National Film & Sci-Fi Museum is dedicated to the preservation, restoration and exhibition of the art, skills and dedication that goes into delivering some of the world’s most successful films and tv shows. It has a series of dedicated displays of genuine and replica props and memorabilia from across all genres of Film & Sci-Fi.
🗓 When is the museum open?
▪️Term Time:
▪️Friday: 10.30am - 6pm
▪️Saturday: 10.30am – 6pm
▪️Sunday: 10.30am – 4.30pm
▪️School Holidays & Bank Holidays:
▪️Monday to Thursday – 11am to 5pm
▪️Friday: 10.30am - 6.00pm
▪️Saturday: 10.30am – 6pm
▪️Sunday: 10.30am – 4.30pm
ℹ️ Who runs the National Film & Sci-Fi Museum?
The National Film & Sci-Fi Museum was set up by a trust to become the place to share the knowledge and passion for film and science fiction and preserve the history of some of the nations best loved set pieces. The people who make up the trust have years of experience as collectors, convention organisers and professionals within the film & TV industry.
The museum floor is set in 25,000ft2 which are split into amazing themed areas for the public to enjoy.
You can take as long as you would like looking at the displays but we recommend at least 2 hours to make the most of your visit.
Find us at National Film & Sci-Fi Museum, 34 Secklow Gate West, Milton Keynes, MK9 3AT
For some special events you may be asked to go through a bag check upon entry. Please take heed of all the instructions issued to you from our staff or security teams.
Yes, like all good attractions we have a gift shop. We have a range of collectable items, genuinely signed goods and toys.
There is no public wi-fi attached to the museum but it has a good network provider signal. Please ensure that any tickets required for entry are downloaded in advance if you do not have a data package.
The area has a range of parking options available immediately outside the venue, various fees apply check signage when you arrive for details.
We have a small range of drinks and confectionery available for sale in the shop.
Your ticket is valid for the full day, so you are welcome to leave and return.
How can I pay for stuff?
The tickets can be paid for in advance through our online shop or on the day using cash or all major payment cards.
Can my child come?
Children under 5 years of age have free entry to the museum and can take part in activities with their parents as long as they have a fully valid ticket. They will still require a ticket to register their attendance.
🚼 Are there baby changing facilities?
Yes. We have a changing station available on the ground floor.
🚻 Are there public toilets?
Yes. We have two toilets, one of which is an accessible toilet.
🦹♀️ Can I cosplay?
Yes! We encourage people to visit us in costume.
📸 Can I take photos or video?
To ensure that the props on display stay protected and the exhibits remain special for as many people as possible, we ask for no photography or filming throughout the museum, except at dedicated photo areas.
🤔 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
🎮 If you like playing retro arcade games, then this is the area to go to. The Pixel Bunker is a Retro Arcade located on the site of the National Film & Sci-Fi Museum. Please note that there is a separate charge for this facility. Visit The Pixel Bunker website for more information
🧱 If you love LEGO®, Brickz is the perfect stop for you! Brickz Museum is dedicated to all things LEGO® and located on the site of the National Film & Sci-Fi Museum. Please note that there is a separate charge for this facility. Visit Brickz website for more information
🎟 Do you offer a combination ticket for the 3 attractions?
Yes! We’re pleased to confirm we offer a combination ticket to give you access to The National Film & Sci-Fi Museum, Brickz Museum and The Pixel Bunker for the price of 2!
▪️Adult – £31*
▪️Child – £22*
▪️Family – £94*
🎫 TICKET COST FOR JUST THE MUSEUM
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Adult (16+): £16.87
▪️Children (5 - 15): £11.60
▪️Concessions: £14.76
▪️Carers: Free
▪️Family - Two adults and 2 children (ages 5-15 years)/ One adult and 3 children (ages 5-15 years): £50.07
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
https://nationalfilmandscifimuseum.com/contact-us/
💥 4 PIECE DEAL FOR ONLY £10.99 - Rumbles, Wootton
Time: 11:30 - 22:00 Price: £10.99
💥 THE DEAL FOR £10.99...
1️⃣ Enjoy 4 sausages any type & large chips
OR
2️⃣ 4 fishcakes & large chips
Plus mushy peas or curry sauce!
ℹ️ ABOUT THIS DEAL
This offer is valid until 31st January 2026 and excludes Fridays! The deal includes these items only and can’t be swapped.. Collection only!
🕚 OPENING HOURS
▪️Mon-Fri: 11am-10pm
▪️Sat-Sun: 11:30am-10pm
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 385822
🎮 The Pixel Bunker, Milton Keynes
Time: 10:00 - 20:00
We’re packed full of classic arcade machines such as Pac-man, Galaga, Donkey Kong, Space Invaders, OutRun, Street Fighter 2 and many more. We have recently added Pinball Machines to our line up too!
🙋♀️ FREE PLAY...
With every machine set to free play, the only cost to play is the admission fee. With a maximum play of 3 hours.
🗓 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
Open Friday to Sunday plus bank holidays and school holidays, bookings in advance are highly recommended.
▪️Friday and Saturday: 10:00, 13:30 & 17:00 ▪️Sunday: 10:00 & 13:30
(During bank holidays and school holidays we will have sessions at 11:00 and 14:15.)
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults: £16.50
▪️Children (5 - 15) : £12.50
▪️Family tickets: £50.00
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Carers: Free
*Booking fees also apply for tickets bought online.
❓️FAQ'S
https://www.thepixelbunker.com/#faqs
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
https://www.thepixelbunker.com/contact-us/
🛍 Willen Hospice Clearance Outlet (New) - Stacey Bushes, Milton Keynes
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
📆 OPENING TIMES
▪️Wednesday - Sunday: 10.00am - 4.00pm
(Closed Monday's & Tuesday's)
ℹ️ ABOUT
It’s affordable, fast-paced, and better for the planet. Most importantly, every purchase helps fund vital care at Willen Hospice. Big impact. Small prices.
Discover ladieswear, menswear, homewares and clearance music by Off the Record MK
✨️ Regular stock drops
New stock arrives multiple times a week, so there’s always something new to discover.
✨️ One big weekly drop
Weekly delivery from our Warehouse and Distribution Centre — reopening each week with a fresh selection. You'll want to visit again and again.
💷 COST
Everything is priced at £1, £3 or £5 no individual price tags, just brilliant value.
🌳 Shuttleworth College Open Day - January 2026
Time: 09:30 - 12:30
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
From tours of the facilities and learning the courses to exploring the on-site accommodation and meeting with tutors and current students, there’s something for everyone.
Come along, ask questions, and take the first step towards your future.
📝 Pre-register now via the event link!
💥 Free Entry For All 2026 - Waddesdon Manor
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
ℹ️ ABOUT THIS OFFER
Until 8 February 2026, enjoy FREE grounds entry every weekend, giving you plenty of opportunities to soak up the beauty of the season, stretch your legs, and breathe in the crisp winter air.
On your visit, you can enjoy:
✨️ Beautiful, picturesque grounds to explore.
✨️ Access to our atmospheric Wine Cellars
✨️ Our Gift & Wine Shop, with exclusive discounts each weekend
✨️ A cosy light lunch in the Manor Restaurant
✨️ A simple, stress-free way to enjoy the outdoors and spend quality time together this winter
Don’t miss your opportunity to see the grounds this Winter for FREE!
🚍 SHUTTLE BUS FROM THE CAR PARK COST:
▪️Adult (aged 18 +): 2.50
▪️Child (aged 2 - 17): £1.50
▪️Infant (aged 0 - 1): Free
▪️Blue Badge: Free
▪️Essential Companion Free
ℹ️ If you choose not to take the shuttle bus:
The hard-surface walking path to and from the car park is lit and takes around 25-minutes to walk.
🗺 MAP & SUGGESTED WALKS
Click here
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
Click here
🐶 BRINGING YOUR DOG
Click here
🎟 TICKET INFORMATION
Book your free tickets in advance via the event link along with the shuttle bus option.
💃 Magenta Slipperz - The Brewery Tap, Shefford
Time: 20:30 - 23:00
▪️TIME: 8.30pm till 11pm
🐷 Only £7.50* at Woodside Animal Farm, Luton This January 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🗓 JANUARY 2026 DATES & TIMES
Wednesday - Sunday: 10am - 4:30pm
ℹ️ ABOUT
Set in beautiful rural surroundings, our farm park is home to friendly animals, exciting play areas, and hands-on activities for all ages. Whether you're feeding the goats, playing crazy golf, riding the tractor, or letting little ones run wild in our dedicated play zones, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Come and discover a day filled with fresh air, laughter, and unforgettable memories at Woodside Farm Park!
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
The whole park is accessible for wheelchair users with the exception of the upstairs play area. Assistance dogs are of course welcome, and we ask where possible that your dog wears an identifying jacket and is kept on a lead. This helps other customers recognise your dog as an assistance dog and give them the space they need. It also helps to avoid confusion over whether pets are allowed on the farm.
🚻 TOILETS
▪️Located in the car park, PlayBarn and central main park.
▪️Disabled toilets located in car park and central main park.
🅿️ PARKING
All car parking is free. There are designated disabled parking bays. Please note coaches are only permitted with pre booked group visits. Coaches are not permitted to enter the car park under any circumstances at weekends or during school holidays.
🎟 ONLINE TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £7.50 to £10.00
▪️Child (2-15): £7.50 to £10.00
▪️Tiny Tots (12-24 months): £5.00
▪️Under 12 months: Free
▪️Essential Companions: Click here
(Plus booking fee)
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 841044
🏴 💃 Burns Night 2026 with Diana Ross Tribute - The Sugar Loaf, Luton
Time: 18:00
🎉 WHAT TO EXPECT
To mark this special day for Scotland, we’re delighted to share that we’ll have a special guest joining us from 6pm, playing a few traditional tunes on his bagpipes to set the tone for the evening
A proper nod to Scottish tradition before we raise a glass and celebrate Burns Night with DJ Ross from 7pm.
🎶 Live vibes with DJ Ross
🍽️ Burns Supper served till 8pm
🥃 A good drink, great music & even better company
“Wit’s fur ye’ll no go past ye” 💚
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 753001
📽 Night of the Zoopocalypse Film for £1 - Odeon Millton Keynes Stadium
Time: 10:00 - 11:35 Price: £1.00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 24th January: 10:00am - 11.35am
▪️Sunday 25th January: 10:00am - 11:35am
ℹ️ ABOUT
When a meteor crashes into Colepepper Zoo, it unleashes a virus that transforms the zoo animals into zombies. Gracie, a quirky young wolf, teams up with a gruff mountain lion named Dan to lead a wacky team of animals on a perilous mission to escape the virus and rescue their zoo, on one spooky NIGHT OF THE ZOOPOCALYPSE!
📽 Smurfs (U) - £1 film - Odeon Millton Keynes Stadium
Time: 10:00 - 11:35 Price: £1.00
Smurfs (U)
🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️Saturday 24th January: 10:00am - 11:35am
▪️Sunday 25th January: 10:00am - 11:35am
ℹ️ ABOUT
When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously taken by evil wizards, Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a mission into the real world to save him. With the help of new friends, the Smurfs must discover what defines their destiny to save the universe. SMURFS features an all-star voice cast including Rihanna, James Corden, Nick Offerman, JP Karliak, Daniel Levy, Amy Sedaris, Natasha Lyonne, Sandra Oh, Octavia Spencer, Nick Kroll, Hannah Waddingham, Alex Winter, Maya Erskine, Billie Lourd, Xolo Maridueña with Kurt Russell and John Goodman.
🛍 Clothing Sale, January 2026 - Emmaus Village Carlton
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Wednesday 21st January: 10am - 3pm
▪️Thursday 22nd January: 10am - 3pm
▪️Friday 23rd January: 10am - 3pm
▪️Saturday 24th January: 10am - 3pm
▪️Sunday 25th January: 10am - 3pm
👚 EVENT DETAILS
To beat the January blues, we’re holding a last-minute sale all week inside our chapel at Emmaus Village Carlton! Expect lots of fabulous pre-loved clothing to rummage through, coats, knits, dresses, denim, shoes and more. We’ll be refreshing the stock throughout the week, so there’s always something new to discover.
💳 PRICES
▪️Coats & Jackets – £7
▪️Dresses & Skirts – £5
▪️Trousers / Jeans / Shorts – £5
▪️Jumpers / Sweats / Hoodies / Knits – £4
▪️Shirts / T-shirts / Blouses – £3
▪️Shoes – £3
▪️Bags & Accessories – £1
