⛪️ Free Entry - De Grey Mausoleum Opening Day, 2026 - Flitton
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
🅿️ Parking: There is no car park at the church but there is limited on-street parking available on surrounding streets.
🚫 Facilities: There are no facilities at the church but there is a pub in the village and more options in either Flitwick or Ampthill.
🚁 Drone flying: Please see our Drone guidance
ℹ️ WHAT ELSE YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Mausoleum has uneven surfaces this may not be suitable for wheelchairs. No dogs are allowed inside. Free entry, no booking required.
🚶♂️A WALK NEAR BY...
If you would like to extend your day with a walk check out Whatsup Bedfordshire Facebook Post.
🗓 2026 OPENING DAYS
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 3rd May
▪️Sunday 7th June
▪️Sunday 17th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Sunday 15th July
▪️Sunday 2nd August
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Sunday 15th July
▪️Sunday 2nd August
▪️Sunday 19th August
▪️Sunday 6th September
5 other events on this day
🏰 Inflatable Fun Day, May 2026 - The Crown, Flitwick
Time: 12:00 - 18:00 Price: £5.00
🏰 EVENT DETAILS
Lots of inflatables and activities for the kids plus ice cream van etc....in partnership with our friends at Ryans Bouncy Castles - put it in your diaries and we look forward to seeing you all!
🎟 TICKET COST:
t's just £5 per child for full access to everything! Tickets in advance from our website. Or £7.50 on the door (subject to availability)
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 310136
🏹 Archery Sessions at Eyeworth Village Hall
Time: 18:30 - 19:30
▪️AGE:
Suitable for adults and children over 8 years.
🎯 WHAT TO EXPECT
Learn how to shoot real arrows safely in a fun and friendly atmosphere! If you would like to, you can earn badges as you progress, you can find out about scoring, muscle care, shooting etiquette, shooting with disabilities and you can enjoy lots of
crazy fun shoots too!
🗓 2026 SESSION DATES
▪️Mon, 13 April: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
▪️Mon, 20 April: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
▪️Mon, 27 April: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
▪️Mon, 4 May: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
▪️Mon, 11 May: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
▪️Mon, 18 May: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
🎟 TOTAL COST: £54.00
£9 per session = £54.00. You can book your sessions via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@perfectaimarchery.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 079395 540775
🌸 Ickwell Green May Day Festival 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
📍IN NORTHILL
May Day 2026 celebrations start in the car park of The Crown Public House, Northill.
▪️11.30 am - Morris Men dance.
▪️12.45 pm - Children assemble with their decorated hoops.
▪️1 pm - The judging of the decorated hoops takes place. The procession is assembled.
▪️1.30 pm - The procession leaves for Ickwell Green - a half mile walk down the village road. This road is closed to vehicular traffic for the duration of the procession.
📍AT ICKWELL GREEN
A selection of stalls, refreshments and entertainments are available opposite the Maypole arena from 10 am onwards.
🪑 Seating: Seats in the arena are available from 12 noon. Adults £2, Children under 16 £1.
👑 Crowning: 2 pm Crowning of the 2026 May Queen, followed by dancing by children and adults from within the Parish.
🅿️ FACILITIES
Car parking and toilets are available and there is disabled car parking close to the arena in Ickwell.
💦 Bennett's Splash Park Opens May 2026!
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
📆 2026 DATES
▪️4th May - August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm
💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.
Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.
❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook Page.
🍕 THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.
🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.
🚜 Pitstone Green Museum Open Day - May 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:30
🌸 WHAT TO EXPECT
Explore everything from historic farm machinery to vintage game consoles, step inside the working Mill Barn, browse The Elliott Shop, and watch the impressive Rack Saw in action!
Take part in hands-on activities like lacemaking, pottery, and a tractor ride to the stunning Pitstone Windmill!
Did you know! - We are run entirely by passionate and knowledgeable volunteers - every visit helps keep history alive!
🛍️ Craft & Trade Stalls in the Great Barn
🎶 Live entertainment
🍰 Refreshments available all day
🚘 CLASSIC & VINTAGE CAR SHOW
Free entry for drivers & one passenger of displayed vehicles. Just turn up.
🚜 TRACTOR RIDES (Bring cash):
▪️Adults: £1.00
▪️Kids: 50p
▪️Under 5: Free
🅿️ FREE PARKING
Free parking in the Orchards. Blue badge parking is available.
♿ ACCESSIBILITY
Wheelchair-accessible facilities and disabled toilet amenities. Some areas may be on uneven ground and grassed areas.
🎟 TICKET COST - AVAILABLE ON THE DOOR
▪️Adults: £11
▪️Concessions (65+): £9
▪️Children (5-16): £4.50
▪️Under 5s: Free
▪️Carers of disabled visitors: Free
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@pitstonemuseum.co.uk