🎉 The Heart of Marston Family Fun Day April 2026
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
ACTIVITIES
🔫 Crazy golf, nerf shooting, coconut shy and penalty shoot out thanks to Pete's Activities.
🤸♂️ Bungee trampoline and hook-a-duck thanks to Albert & Sherry Smith
🎠 Mini waltzer thanks to Maitiu Geo Green
🤼♂️ Inflatables from Sundorne Bouncy Castles including a sumo wrestling ring
WHAT ELSE?
✨️Animal Encounters
✨️Magic show
✨️Tappy Toes Bedford
😋 FOOD & DRINK
Laura's Grill; kokoras street food Marston; Elena Mardell at Candy Clouds; Really Awesome Coffee - Milton Keynes; Tapped Mobile Bars LTD; James Ford Ice Cream Van; ORCCatering (OUR MAIN SPONSORS)
🎶 MUSIC
Music provided by GJ DISCO and Laurence Cowley
🎨 FACE PAINTING & TATTOOS
Festival glitter bar by Pick Up A Party UK; Face painting by Sydney Sandever and Beth Cobb-Stark; henna stall by Jas and hair feathers with Zara
STALLS
✨️ The Heart of Marston large second-hand sale and tombola
✨️ Fantastic raffle prizes - largely thanks to dogged determination and hard work from Vicki Louise
✨️ St Mary's Church, Marston Moreteyne and Lidlington and the large Co-op are also joining us with their stall
✨️ A large variety of craft stalls where you'll be able to treat yourself or a loved one to that special gift
🙏 THANK YOU
A huge shout out to ORC Catering and to JMR Heating & Energy for helping to sponsor our event and to Marston Moreteyne Parish Council for allowing us free use of their premises for our event. We are truly grateful!
24 other events on this day
🌷Pick Your Own Tulips - Secret Farm, Moggerhanger
Time: 11:00 - 16:00 Price: £5.00
💐 EVENT DETAILS
Wander through the fields, choose your favourite blooms, and create your own perfect bunch to take home (extra charge to entry)
Make a full day of it with fun for the whole family:
🎨 Face painting (extra charge)
🚜 Go-karts, mini tractors & balance bikes (included)
🏖️ Sand pit & play areas (included)
🚂 Barrel train rides (£3pp)
🏰 Bouncy castles (£3pp
🍟FOOD & DRINK
Tasty treats from our Dutch kitchen – frites, pancakes & strawberries and our farm kitchen serving your favourites.
🎟 ENTRY TICKET COST:
▪️Age 3 and above: £5.00
▪️Under 3: Free
▪️Book your tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@thesecret.farm
🍻 Spring Beer Fest 2026 - Rushden Historical Transport Society
Time: 12:00 - 23:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 25th April: 12pm - 11pm
▪️Sunday 26th April: 12pm - 11pm
🚂 WHAT TO EXPECT
Head to the station platform at Rushden Station Bar for a relaxed weekend of great beers, ciders and tasty hot food. Whether you fancy trying a few favourites, meeting up with friends or simply enjoying the atmosphere in a unique heritage setting, this is a lovely local event to add to your calendar.
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 0300 302 3150
📧 Email: bar@rhts.co.uk
🌐 Website: www.rhts.co.uk
🎉 Hatters Fest! End Of Season party April 2026 - The George ll, Luton
Time: 10:00 - 02:00
This year we are going even bigger and better!! ….Our end of football season party’s have became our yearly tradition at George II and we are excited to tell you what’s happening!
🤩 EVENT DETAILS
▪️Open at 10.00am serving food & Drinks
▪️New Outdoor Bar in our Beer Garden
▪️Music by Dj Cambeatz 12.00pm-2.00pm
▪️Complimentary BBQ 5.00pm-7.00pm
🎤 THE MAIN EVENT
Live Music by OASESS Tribute Band from 7.00pm
Get your bucket hat & your parka ready! 😆
🔮 An Evening of Psychic Readings - Eyeworth Village Hall
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Time: 18:30 - 21:30
▪️AGE: 18 years upwards
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Step into the mystical and experience a night of insight, guidance, and connection.
Join The Psychic Elite for an unforgettable evening where our team of gifted psychic mediums will share personal readings and heartfelt messages from Spirit. Whether you seek clarity, comfort, or a magical night out, this event is not to be missed.
Your Evening Includes:
🌟 Personal psychic and mediumistic readings
🌟 A warm and welcoming atmosphere for all
🌟 Refreshments will be on sale along with a raffle & stalls.
🎟 TICKET COST:
Booking is Essential – Spaces are Limited.
£35/30 minute reading.
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
☎️ Phone Abi on: 07739 019166
📧 Email: eyeworthvh@yahoo.com
💫 Come with an open heart and leave with messages of love, guidance, and inspiration from the other side.
💖 CHARITY
In aid of Eyeworth Village Hall- charity #300030
🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire April 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Time: 10:00 - 14:45
🗓 APRIL 2026 OPENING TIMES:
▪️Friday 3rd April - Monday 6th April
▪️Open every Saturday & Sunday
▪️Book between 10am - 2.45pm
▪️Weather permitting
▪️AGE:
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. Children under 12 years only must wear a life vest, provided. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16.
▪️HOW MANY PEOPLE PER BOAT?
4 people per boat, this number includes infants & smaller children.
🐶 ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Yes. Please clean up any hair and other dog related 'mess' before you get back to the jetty. Be sure you keep your dog on a lead for the duration of your hire. Wildlife such as swans have priority and should not be distressed by dogs. Life jackets for dogs are not available.
💳 DEPOSIT
A £10 deposit is required in addition on all tariffs. Dont be late back, damage or dirty the boat. Management reserve the right to decline boat hire without reason.
🎟 WALK IN PRICES
▪️30 minute hire: £20
▪️45 minute hire: £25
▪️60 minute hire: £30
🎫 PRE-BOOK PRICES - SAVE 25%
For the best rates, book direct and save 25% off walk in rates by booking on the website via the event link.
☕️ CAFÉ ONSITE - Click here for information about the Lakeside Kitchen. Dogs welcome.
🅿️ FIND US
Park for free on The Embankment for up-to 2 hours, The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 3QF. Alternative parking is available at Mill Meadows car park south of us, accessible via Longholme Way / Cardington Road roundabout. Access to the cafe is on foot / bike only. The route is step free and considered accessible by many.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@thelongholme.com
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
▪️Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🗓 Open from April to October 2026
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes) are optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🚜 Saffron Walden Crank Up 2026 - Debden Airfield, Saffron Waldon
Time: 10:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 25 April 2026
▪️Sunday 26 April 2026
TIMES
▪️Gates open at 10am
▪️Last entry 3.30pm
EVENT DETAILS
Vintage vehicles of all sorts, tractors, stationary engines, fairground organs and a host of bygone attractions.
There will be a vintage funfair too, trade and craft stalls, hot and cold refreshments available, as well as a beer tent.
Fun for all the family!
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children 15 and Under are FREE
▪️Adults: from £8
▪️Tickets available via the event link
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07984 245616
🚶♂️AN IDEA FOR A WALK IN SAFFRON WALDON
Check out the World War 2 Trail in Saffron Waldon here.
🌳 Faery Trail 2026 - Celtic Harmony Camp, Hertfordshire
Time: 10:30 - 15:30
🗓 FAERY TRAIL 2026 DATES
Every weekend from 14th March – 26th April(Excluding 18th/19th April).
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
We invite your little explorers to wander through the budding ancient trees, solve enchanted riddles, and discover tiny, intricate homes hidden among the spring blossoms.
ℹ️ BOOKING INFORMATION
Ready to make a spring wish? Book your adventure now via the event link.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Child: £5
▪️Adult: Free
🚘 Graveley Fruit Farm Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 07:30 - 11:00
🛍 BUYERS INFORMATION
▪️7:30- 9:30 am buyers entry £1
▪️9:30am onwards buyers entry 50p
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
▪️7:00 am sellers entry £10 any vehicle
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07375 341305
📧 Email: graveleycarboot@gmail.com
📘 Facebook: Click here
🏴 St George's Day 2026 - Luton
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
📆 Saturday 25 April
⏰ 10am to 4pm
📍Market Hill, George Street, Luton
EVENT DETAILS
Head to Market Hill to experience Luton like it was in 1876 – 150 years on since we gained borough status as a town:
🐉 A 12ft tall mechanical dragon
🎶 Street performers including a penny farthing attraction and a magician
⚔️ Costume dress up, crafts, funfair games and much, much more.
This event is headline sponsored by Luton Rising, our airport company. Photo: Luton Heritage Forum.
ℹ️ MORE DETAILS:
For more details click the event link button.
🌱 Earth Day Plant Sale, April 2026 - The Higgins, Bedford
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
🌸 DETAILS
Find some beautiful home-grown plants for your garden. All proceeds helps support he Higgins Gardens.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN TO THE HIGGINS BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook post to get an idea of this wonderful museum in Bedford.
🎉 Leighton Buzzard Town Mayor's Spring Fair 2026
Time: 11:00 - 14:00
🐐 EVENT DETAILS
We’re excited to welcome Animal Edge and their fantastic mobile petting farm.
Come along between 11am – 2pm (with 11am–12pm dedicated to SEND visitors) and meet a friendly goat along with a selection of small animals – perfect for animal lovers of all ages!
It’s set to be a brilliant day full of family fun, tasty food, and hands-on animal encounters you won’t want to miss!
- ✨️ Petting Farm
- ✨️ Fun Dog Show
- ✨️ A variety of stalls
- ✨️ Refreshments
- ✨️ Fun activities for all ages
💷 COST - FREE ENTRY
Small charge for some activities including the farm. Raising money for Freddie & Friends.
🅿️ PARKING
The Park is accessible from Billington Road, Richmond Road and Weston avenue. Each entrance has a car park. Car parking is also available nearby at The Vynes. Charges may apply.
🏴 St Georges Day 2026 - Northampton
Time: 11:00 - 14:30
💃 EVENT DETAILS
Expect free children's activities and family fun! Drop by for themed crafts, face painting and colouring, storytelling on a heritage red bus, plus Morris Dancing performances and a brass band.
🐲 MEET ST GEORGE & HIS DRAGON
Kids can meet St George and his giant, friendly dragon and follow the Notable Northamptonian's trail around the town (available on the day).
🗺 TRAIL MAP
Visit the website to download your trail map.
🌷Pick Your Own Tulips - Secret Farm, Moggerhanger
Time: 11:00 - 16:00 Price: £5.00
💐 EVENT DETAILS
Wander through the fields, choose your favourite blooms, and create your own perfect bunch to take home (extra charge to entry)
Make a full day of it with fun for the whole family:
🎨 Face painting (extra charge)
🚜 Go-karts, mini tractors & balance bikes (included)
🏖️ Sand pit & play areas (included)
🚂 Barrel train rides (£3pp)
🏰 Bouncy castles (£3pp
🍟FOOD & DRINK
Tasty treats from our Dutch kitchen – frites, pancakes & strawberries and our farm kitchen serving your favourites.
🎟 ENTRY TICKET COST:
▪️Age 3 and above: £5.00
▪️Under 3: Free
▪️Book your tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@thesecret.farm
🚘 U-BOOT - Baldock Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 07:00
🛍 BUYERS INFORMATION
▪️Time: From 7:00am
▪️Entry: Free
▪️Parking: Free
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
▪️Time: From 6:30am
▪️Pitch: £10.00
▪️Payment: Card or cash payments for pitches.
🚮 No bins, take all your rubbish home with you.
💖 CHARITY STALLS
We believe that it is our responsibility to re-pay the community for all the support
we’ve enjoyed over 25 years. So we have always made it our responsibility
to help charities with a special offer. We don’t give money but help them to help
themselves by giving them a very special deal on the price of a pitch. We particularly like having the smaller charities with us. For instance every year a husband and wife raise money for a special school to have an outing and any money left over is used towards much-needed equipment. Speak to one of our team, or phone us on 07852 70 70 74.
🗺 HOW TO FIND US
You can find us on the A507 just outside of Baldock. Coming from the A1 take the second exit from the ‘Tesco’ roundabout, follow this road to the next roundabout and then turn right. We are on the right just up the road.
📍For Sat navs use SG7 6RD which will bring you close enough to the field.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Ubootbaldock@gmail.com
☎️ Phone: 07852 70 70 74
♨️ Bottomless BBQ & Bottomless Drinks - The Albert Inn, Hitchin
Time: 12:00 - 20:00 Price: £33.00
🤑 WHAT'S THE DEAL?
2 Hours of bottomless meats from our smoker with selected bottomless drinks too.
🕛 WHAT TIME IS IT HAPPENING?
We have 2 hour slots throughout the day ranging from 12pm right through to 8pm.
We have 5 sittings through the day - pop to the tickets page to pick your best time.
🥂 WHAT DRINKS ARE INCLUDED?
Bottomless Prosecco, House wines, Mimosas, Aperol Spritz, and pints of real ale, Hobgoblin IPA or Kronenbourg 1664.
*As always, management reserve the right to refuse service!
🥩 AND THIS BOTTOMLESS BBQ.... WHAT DO I GET?
Ah, the right question! On arrival, you will get a board of sides (dirty fries, slaw, corn and tater tots) as well as a full board of meats that will include our iconic smoked brisket, Korean BBQ flavoured pork belly, Strips of medium rare steak, pulled pork shoulder and Franks hot sauced chicken wings.
🍽 AND HOW DO I KEEP IT COMING?
We will have a waiter service so just grab one of our staff and tell them what you want and we'll bring it right up! As long as you have finished the current portion of the meat you request! We're not being tight..... Just don't want good BBQ to go to waste!
How do I know you won't run out of BBQ?
Well that's the reason we are doing a pre-sale with tickets so we can ensure we are prepared for you. We imagine an angry meat mob is scary!
What happens after the 2 hour slot? Can I stick around?
You won't be kicked out but you may be moved to another area depending on how busy we are for the next session.
🎟 TICKET COST:
Tickets are £33pp + booking fee for bottomless BBQ and Drinks. Ridiculously good value if you ask us! (If you come in and book directly with us you can avoid the yucky booking fee!)
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Info@thealbertpub.com
☎️ Phone: 01462 632716
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🏴 St George's Day Celebration 2026 - Bedford
Time: 12:00 - 18:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
There will be live music from Song Squad, Street Squad & Show Squad, Rock Choir, Choirs led by Rob Baker, DR SKA and Lord Baker Soul & Ska Show.
We have Hemlock Morris Dancers and Red Cuthbert Morris joining us for a dance. Bedford Radio will be onsite, and there'll be
🎨 FREE FOR KIDS
free face painting for children.
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
Food and drink will also be available, we hope you can join us!
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🎶 Basement Live/s: April 2026 - The Hat Factory Arts Centre
Time: 19:30 - 23:00 Price: £6.00
▪️AGE: Strictly 16+. Under 18s must be wristbanded. ID required.
🎟 TICKET COST: £6 (inc. booking fee)
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: boxoffice@culturetrust.com
☎️ Phone: 01582 878100
👚 New & Pre loved Clothing Sale - St Andrews Church, Ampthill
Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Price: £1.00
Hello & welcome to our clothing event! We are super excited to bring you another opportunity to grab some absolute bargains.
👗 WHAT TO EXPECT
There will be a huge selection of new, pre-loved & vintage ladies, men’s & childrens clothes & accessories.
You will find rails of good quality clothing all under £5! Plus don’t forget to check out our famous £1 tables with over a 1,000 items all sorted into sizes & only a £1 each! Yes just £1.
☕ REFRESHMENTS
Plus there will be teas, coffee & cakes on sale provided by the club. This gives you the perfect opportunity to have a well deserved break after all that shopping! Plus all the money from refreshments goes directly to the club.
🎟 ADMISSION & PAYMENT
▪️Entry is just £1.
▪️Cash or card accepted.
💖 SUPPORTING THE COMMUNITY
What’s also great about this event is that not only do you get to shop & grab some great bargains, but a portion of the money raised on the day will be donated back to Flitwick Cricket Club. Thank you to Flitwick Cricket Club for hosting this event.
🗣 SPREAD THE WORD
Please add your friends & share this event as the more people that attend the more money we can raise for the Club.
❓ ARE YOU A LOCAL CHARITY?
Are you a local cause or charity & would like our support in raising money while helping the local community have access to affordable good quality clothing? Drop us a message on our Facebook page.
👠 Single White Female Live - Milton Keynes Theatre
Time: 14:30 - 22:00
🗓 APRIL 2026 DATES
▪️Tuesday 21st April: 7.30pm
▪️Wednesday 22nd April: 2.30pm & 7.30pm
▪️Thursday 23rd April: 7.30pm
▪️Friday 24th April: 7.30pm
▪️Saturday 25th April: 2.30pm & 7.30pm
⛔️ AGE GUIDANCE: 15+ The play contains depictions of violence, death, bereavement, online bullying, and scenes of a sexual nature. It also contains loud music, sudden noises and flashing lights.
🎭 WHAT TO EXPECT
Starring Kym Marsh (Coronation Street, Waterloo Road, Abigail’s Party) and Lisa Faulkner (Holby City, Murder In Suburbia, John and Lisa’s Weekend Kitchen), this gripping new adaptation throws you into a world where trust is fragile, friendships are tested, and secrets lurk behind every closed door.
Written by acclaimed author, journalist and broadcaster Rebecca Reid, this fresh retelling updates the original story for the age of social media, delivering a sharp, suspense-filled tale of ambition, obsession and the desperate need to belong.
📖 THE STORY
Allie is a recently divorced mum, juggling single parenthood with the launch of her tech start-up. When she advertises for a lodger to help make ends meet, the charming Hedy seems like the perfect solution. But as their lives become more entwined, boundaries blur and the arrangement begins to unravel in unsettling ways.
From the producer of the hit stage adaptation of The Girl on the Train, Single White Female promises dark humour, stiletto-sharp suspense and plenty of edge-of-your-seat moments.
🎟 TICKETS COST: From £26.00
⭐ REVIEWS
▪️“Bloomin’ brilliant… stylish, sleek and sinister.” – Sussex Express
▪️“Totally gripping, emotionally charged and brilliantly performed.” – We Love Brighton
▪️“Sleek, sinister and wickedly entertaining… one of the must-see thrillers of the year.” – The Literacy Lounge
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT & BOOKING
Call our Accessibility Assistance line on 03330 095 399. Please note you will need to register for the Access Membership Scheme to book tickets.
🎠 Gumbles Cranfield Childrens Funfair April 2026 - Broad Green
Time: 12:00 - 18:15
🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️Saturday 25th April
▪️Sunday 26th April
👦 AGE:
Ideal for toddlers through to young teens.
🕒 CHOOSE A SESSION TIME:
▪️12.00pm – 3.00pm
▪️3.15pm – 6.15pm
Sessions are time-limited – please arrive promptly!
🎟️ TICKET COST - PAY ON THE GATE:
▪️ Child (unlimited rides per session): £11.00
▪️ Adult (spectator): £1.00
ℹ️ ENTRY INFO
• No pre-booking required – just turn up and pay on the gate.
• All children require a wristband (available on the day).
• Unlimited ride wristbands available with no hidden fees.
• Price Freeze 2026!
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
There will be an onsite food court available.
Picnics must be held outside of the grounds.
🐶 DOGS
No dogs allowed except for guide dogs.
❗️ IMPORTANT INFO FOR PARENTS
Attractions may not be suitable for all children. Some rides have height or weight restrictions for safety. ALL children attending will need to buy a wristband upon entry, no exceptions.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDENT
Event is weather dependent. If inflatables cannot operate due to weather, rides may still be available. Please check our Facebook page for updates before travelling.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07976 813 639
🎤 Buccaneer Live at The Crown Flitwick
Time: 20:00 - 00:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Local and Live - Playing classic rock and pop covers! These guys are high energy and it promises to be a great night!!
These are a Local band so please come and support them!
🚂 Ridgmont Station Heritage Centre
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
😍 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us this week from Wednesday to Saturday, 11am to 4pm. Tea/coffee and homemade cakes and scones will be available, as well as cheese scones and savoury cream tea.
Looking for a present for the train lover in your life? Our Ridgmont Station gift shop is full of delightful, railway-themed products - calendars, cups, books and more! Pay a visit to Ridgmont and see if there's something that could brighten your loved one's day.
🌳 WALKS NEARBY
Enjoy the great outdoors with your family! We're fortunate to have some fantastic walking and cycling routes nearby. Check out three of our favourites on our website. After your adventure, swing by for refreshments (Wednesday to Saturday) from our fantastic volunteers!
🎟 DISCOUNT INFORMATION TRAIN TRAVEL
Railcard holders travel for a third off and Bedfordshire Bus Pass discounts travel for half price travel after 10:00 on weekdays and all day on Saturday & Bank Holidays.
❗️PLEASE NOTE - CHECK BEFORE VISITING
Please note it is not always possible to open the Museum at all advertised times due to a shortage of volunteers. Please call:
01525 287121 in advance if you are making a special journey for the Museum.
ℹ️ VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
If you would like further details of volunteering opportunities please phone or email us
☎️ Phone: 01234 832645
📧 Email: heritagecentre@bedsrcc.org.uk
🌷 Steppingley Village Open Gardens - April 2026
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 25th April: 2pm - 5pm
▪️Sunday 26th April: 2pm - 5pm
🌼 WHAT TO EXPECT
From vibrant displays of tulips to tranquil ponds, pretty courtyards and glass houses, these gardens offer a wellbeing boost to the visitor. There are also three wildlife ponds, a 30m deep Victorian well, a shell grotto, a succulent collection and country views. The combination of beautiful garden settings, delicious home-made teas and the opportunity to purchase plants propagated from the gardens’ own stocks make for a memorable afternoon.
🎁 WHAT ELSE?
Venetia Barrington will be selling cards and there is an auction of special gifts, hanging baskets and overnight stay at Well Cottage.
Home-made teas & plant sale.
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFO
Gravel driveway & paths and some steps to navigate. Sorry no dogs due to the presence of chickens, ducks, ducklings and moorhens.
🎟 TICKET COST:
Pay at gate by card or book via the event link.
Combined admission to 3 gardens -
▪️Adults: £8
▪️Children: Free
💦 Splashlands, Stanborough Park, Welwyn Garden City - Stanborough Park
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
Surrounded by a nautical-themed adventure playground with a large pirate ship and a variety of play equipment for children of all ages. The splash pad has 67 jets that shoot up to 1.5m in the air with pads that activate water sprays when they are jumped on.
🍦FACILITIES
A refreshment kiosk will be open every day between 10:00 - 18:00 serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and ice creams.
🚻 TOILETS & CHANGING ROOMS
Public toilets and changing facilities, located next to the Splashlands, are be open from 9:00 - 18:00.
👀 WANT TO SEE BEFORE YOU GO?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire Facebook reel to give you an idea what else you can do. Please note charges apply to Parking.
PLEASE NOTE
Splash parks can close at any short notice.