๐ Ridgmont Station Heritage Centre
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
๐ 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.
๐ณ 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!
๐ 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.
โ๏ธPLEASE 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.
โน๏ธ VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
If you would like further details of volunteering opportunities please phone or email us
โ๏ธ Phone: 01234 832645
๐ง Email: heritagecentre@bedsrcc.org.uk
13 other events on this day
๐บA Night of Motown & Northern Soul - Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre
Time: 19:30 Price: ยฃ18.75
Get ready for a soulful evening packed with the timeless sounds of Motown and Northern Soul, performed live by the incredible trio Belle Voix.
โจ WHAT TO EXPECT
Featuring over 30 iconic hits, this uplifting production will take you on a journey through some of the most loved songs in music history, including:
โญ๏ธ Red Light Spells Danger
โญ๏ธ Do I Love You (Indeed I Do)
โญ๏ธ Tainted Love
โญ๏ธ Ainโt No Mountain High Enough
โฆand many more!
Once youโve heard it through the grapevine about this show, your love for these classic tunes will have you lifted higher and higher.
โญ ABOUT THE PERFORMERS
Starring Sandy Smith, Sophie Mairi and Briony Gunn, Belle Voix bring stunning vocals, stage presence and real star quality. With credits including Londonโs West End, cruise liners and luxury hotels, this talented trio deliver a powerful, soul-stirring performance thatโs sure to have audiences singing along and dancing in their seats.
๐ TICKET COST: ยฃ18.75
โฟ๏ธ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Call the Box Office on:
โ๏ธ 0300 300 8125
Monday โ Saturday, 12pm โ 3pm (excluding bank holidays)
๐คต Milton Keynes Jobs Fair April 2026 - Kents Hill Park Conference Centre
Time: 10:00 - 13:00
Discover a wide range of employers all under one roof, with vacancies and opportunities available across multiple sectors. Itโs a great chance to speak directly with recruiters, learn more about available roles, and find out what companies are really looking for.
๐ TAKE THE NEXT STEP
Whether youโre just starting your career, searching for a fresh challenge, or returning to work, this free event offers the perfect opportunity to make valuable face-to-face connections, ask questions, and leave a lasting impression.
๐ EVENT DETAILS
โช๏ธFriday 24th April 2026
โช๏ธ10am - 1pm
โช๏ธKents Hill Park Conference Centre, Timbold Dr, MK7 6BZ, Milton Keynes
๐ FREE TO ATTEND
Admission is free, but attendees can book tickets in advance using the link below.
โ ๏ธ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please note that attendees must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for roles promoted at this event.
๐ Website: www.thejobfairs.co.uk
The Polaroidz playing - The Horn, St Albans
Time: 22:00
If you love the darker, cooler side of the 80s, this is a night worth heading out for. Expect a brilliant live set packed with alternative anthems and nostalgic sounds from one of musicโs most unforgettable decades.
๐บ WHAT TO EXPECT
โช๏ธ Live music from The Polaroidz
โช๏ธ Alternative 1980s classics and crowd-pleasers
โช๏ธ A fun late-night atmosphere at one of St Albansโ best-loved live music venues
โช๏ธ Free entry
๐ FREE ENTRY!
๐ธ Whether youโre reliving your favourite era or just discovering the magic of alternative 80s music, The Polaroidz promise a great night out in St Albans.
โน๏ธ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01727 853143
โจ๏ธ Bedfordshire Wildflowers and Witchcraft Guided Walk 2026 - Ampthill Park
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
โช๏ธAGE: Adults only, attendees must be aged 18+
๐ 2026 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธFriday 24th April:
๐ 10am - 12pm & 2pm - 4pm
โช๏ธSaturday 6th June
๐ 10am - 12pm & 2pm - 4pm
โช๏ธWednesday 24th June
๐ 5pm - 7pm
โจ ABOUT THIS WALK
This enchanting guided walk in Ampthill weaves together natural history, folklore and mythology, revealing the hidden stories rooted in the wildflowers beneath your feet.
As you wander through hedgerows, meadows and woodland edges, youโll discover the wildflowers that have shaped centuries of belief and practice. Learn how familiar blooms were once linked to healing, protection, divination and ritual, and uncover their place in witchcraft, mythology and rural folklore.
โจ๏ธ Flowers said to ward off evil
โจ๏ธ Plants connected with love spells and seasonal rites
โจ๏ธ Wild blooms tied to fairies, offerings and old countryside traditions
Grounded in landscape and storytelling, this gentle and immersive experience offers a fascinating glimpse into how people once understood the natural world - and how those echoes still remain today. No prior knowledge is needed, just curiosity and a willingness to see the countryside through an enchanted lens.
โ ๏ธ GOOD TO KNOW
โช๏ธ This is an education/entertainment walk, not a foraging course
โช๏ธ Edibility will not be a focus
โช๏ธ Terrain varies and may include grassland, waterside and woodland paths
โช๏ธ Dogs are not permitted
๐ TICKETS COST: ยฃ25 Per Person
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Free & Roadside Parking
๐ด๓ ง๓ ข๓ ฅ๓ ฎ๓ ง๓ ฟ St Georges Day Celebrations 2026 - The Old Farm Inn, Tottenhoe
Time: 19:00
Gather with friends, family, and fellow food lovers for a lovely community celebration of English heritage, classic recipes, and proper comfort cooking. If you enjoy the simple pleasure of good food shared in great company, this promises to be a special evening in a cosy village pub setting.
๐ฝ๏ธ WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect a welcoming atmosphere and a menu inspired by traditional English favourites, all lovingly prepared and served with that homely touch. Itโs a chance to slow down, tuck into a delicious meal, and celebrate St Georgeโs Day in true classic style.
A lovely way to celebrate St Georgeโs Day in Bedfordshire with comforting food, community spirit, and a traditional English pub atmosphere.
Whether youโre planning a relaxed evening out with loved ones or just fancy marking the occasion with some proper home-cooked food, The Old Farm Inn is the perfect spot to do just that.
๐๏ธ BOOKING INFORMATION
Entry is free, but a deposit and pre-order are required for this event. Please call to reserve your table in advance.
๐ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01582 674053
๐ฆ Family Swimming Session - Saxon Pool & Leisure Centre, Biggleswade
Time: 18:30 - 19:30
๐ FAMILY SWIM SESSIONS
โช๏ธMonday: 18:30 - 19:30
โช๏ธWednesday: 18:30 - 19:30
โช๏ธFriday: 18:30 - 19:30
(Check the app incase of any changes)
โน๏ธ 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.
๐ TICKET COST:
โช๏ธAdult: ยฃ6.15
โช๏ธJunior: ยฃ3.30
โช๏ธSenior: ยฃ3.30
โช๏ธConcession: ยฃ3.30
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01767 433133
๐ Single White Female Live - Milton Keynes Theatre
Time: 19:30 - 22:00
๐ APRIL 2026 DATES
โช๏ธTuesday 21st April: 7.30pm
โช๏ธWednesday 22nd April: 2.30pm & 7.30pm
โช๏ธThursday 23rd April: 7.30pm
โช๏ธFriday 24th April: 7.30pm
โช๏ธSaturday 25th April: 2.30pm & 7.30pm
โ๏ธ 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.
๐ญ WHAT TO EXPECT
Starring Kym Marsh (Coronation Street, Waterloo Road, Abigailโs Party) and Lisa Faulkner (Holby City, Murder In Suburbia, John and Lisaโs 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.
๐ 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.
๐ TICKETS COST: From ยฃ26.00
โญ REVIEWS
โช๏ธโBloominโ brilliantโฆ stylish, sleek and sinister.โ โ Sussex Express
โช๏ธโTotally gripping, emotionally charged and brilliantly performed.โ โ We Love Brighton
โช๏ธโSleek, sinister and wickedly entertainingโฆ one of the must-see thrillers of the year.โ โ The Literacy Lounge
โฟ๏ธ 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.
๐ถ๐น Old Skool Garage & RnB Bottomless Brunch - The Rose, Bedford
Time: 19:30 - 22:00 Price: ยฃ34.00
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Weโre bringing you the best of old skool garage & RnB vibes with a live DJ spinning nothing but classics all night long. Expect good music, great food, and even better energy.
๐ง Live DJ | Garage & RnB Classics
Round up your crew and secure your spot โ this is one you donโt want to miss.
๐ธ BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH MENU
Take a look on the website. Scroll down to the pre-booked menu (blue section) to download the Bottomless Brunch Menu.
๐ TICKET COST:
Bottomless Brunch event! For just ยฃ34, you can enjoy a delicious meal and bottomless drinks for 2 hours. Book now HERE!
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01234 353749
๐ธ Spring Walk at Luton Hoo Estate April 2026 - Walled Garden
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
โน๏ธ EVENT DETAILS
This is a unique opportunity for a gentle walk of approximately 2 hours with beautiful views across the Bedfordshire countryside designed by Capability Brown interspersed with historic information and returning along the majestic Lime Tree Avenue.
โฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
This walk is not suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs. Dogs are not permitted on these walks.
๐MEETING POINT
Meet at the Walled Garden car park. (No access through the hotel)
๐ BOOKING ESSENTIAL: ยฃ7.50 pp
Book tickets via the event link below or:
๐ง Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01582 721433
๐ค Karaoke Night - The Ship Inn, Bromham
Time: 19:00 - 00:00
๐ป FREE ENTRY!
Grab the mic, have a drink, and sing your heart out. Bring your friends, bring your voice, and letโs make it a couple of nights to remember at The Ship Inn.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
๐ Website: The Ship Inn, Bromham
โ๏ธ Phone: 01234 269515
๐ Bedford EAT Feast 2026 - Russell Park
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
๐ 2026 DATE & TIME
โช๏ธFriday 24th April
โช๏ธ4pm - 9pm
๐NEW LOCATION!
Russell Park, Embankment
๐ WHAT TO EXPECT
Greenacres will transform into a vibrant culinary hub. Whether youโre a fan of sizzling street food, gourmet treats, or delectable vegan and veggie options, thereโs something for everyone at this delicious celebration. Bring the whole family for a day of great food and community spirit.
โ ๏ธ Food
โ ๏ธ Music
โ ๏ธ Drinks
โ ๏ธ Child-friendly
โ ๏ธ Vegan & veggie options available
A place to eat, drink, and enjoy time together. So instead of ordering a take away or sitting on your sofa, why not come down to support your local town? Get ready to tantalize your taste buds at the Greenacre Centre for the ultimate street food extravaganza!
๐๏ธ FREE ENTRY!
๐ Single & Mingle Cocktail Party - The Crown, Flitwick
Time: 20:00
This is a no pressure event....
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
๐ง Email: hello@thecrownflitwick.co.uk
โ๏ธ Phone: 01525 310136
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๐ฆ 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.
๐ฆFACILITIES
A refreshment kiosk will be open every day between 10:00 - 18:00 serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and ice creams.
๐ป TOILETS & CHANGING ROOMS
Public toilets and changing facilities, located next to the Splashlands, are be open from 9:00 - 18:00.
๐ 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.