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🇺🇲 🇬🇧 306th Bombardment Group Museum - Thurleigh, Bedfordshire


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🪖 306th Bombardment Group Museum is open on Sunday's only from 26th April - 25th October 2026. Free Entry.

ℹ️ ABOUT THE MUSEUM
The Museum is a memorial dedicated to the personnel of the 306th Bomb Group who operated from Thurleigh during WW2, as part of the Eighth Air Force 40th Combat Wing, 1st Air Division.

The Museum is an original building formally used by the 306th BG as a Small Arms Ammunition store.

We use it today to display artefacts to re-create the activities and atmosphere of the airfield and surrounding areas during the war years, as well as honour all those that lost their lives.

🙏DONATIONS ARE GREATFULLY RECEIVED...
To help support the running of the home of the 306th BG, Museum in Thurleigh you are welcome to donate here.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
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🚒 17th St.Neots Fire Engine Pull 2026 - The Cambridgeshire Hunter Pub


Time: 13:00 - 18:30

🚒 We’re delighted to welcome back the 17th St.Neots Fire Engine Pull, finishing at The Cambridgeshire Hunter car park in St.Neots, Cambs.

Come along for a brilliant community day out in support of an incredibly worthwhile cause. Expect a feel-good atmosphere, live music, fundraising fun and plenty of reasons to stay for the afternoon.

Whether you’re heading along to cheer everyone on, enjoy the entertainment or support the fundraising, this is a fantastic way to help Burn Camps continue their amazing work with young burns survivors.

🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️ Music from DJ Steve Matzk (2.30pm - 6.30pm
▪️ Fire Engine Pull
▪️ Charity BBQ
▪️ Raffle prizes
▪️ Charity auction from 5pm

💛 ABOUT BURN CAMPS CHARITY
Burn Camps Charity was established to fund and organise residential camps and day events for young burns survivors, regardless of the severity of burn, ethnic or religious background.

The charity is run entirely on a voluntary basis, with no government funding and no wages paid to members or volunteers. That means every penny donated goes directly towards organising and running these special camps and day events for children and young people.

Our childhood is short enough and every child should have the opportunity to enjoy these years.

🎟 FREE ENTRY!

ℹ️ MORE INFORMATION

📧 Email: burncamps@outlook.com

⛪️ Free Entry - De Grey Mausoleum Opening Day, 2026 - Flitton


Time: 14:00 - 16:00

⛪️ The De Grey Mausoleum is attached to the mid-15th-century parish church of St John at Flitton, Bedfordshire. It was first built in the early 17th century, before being expanded in 1704. The mausoleum contains a remarkable collection of funerary monuments spanning three centuries.

🅿️ 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 5th July
▪️Wednesday 15th July
▪️Sunday 2nd August
▪️Wednesday 19th August 
▪️Sunday 6th September 

🇧🇶 Sunday Classic, Vegan or Caribbean Roast Dinner - The Mulberry Bush, Kempston


Time: 12:00 - 20:00

🍗 Don’t miss our famous Sunday roasts — traditional, or with a Caribbean twist (Vegan also available) ! From 12-8pm at The Mulberry Bush, Kempston.
Eat in or takeaway.


📖 MENU
Menu in the photos below or check out the facebook page.

💷 COST:
▪️
Adult Roast: From £13.99 - £20.00
▪️Children Roast: (Under 10): £9.99

👍 BOOK A TABLE
☎️ Phone:
07947 199377

🎪 Circus Zyair 2026 - Hemel Hempstead


Time: 11:00 - 17:00

🎪 Circus Zyair is coming to Hemel Hempstead this April & May 2026!

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️
Wednesday 29th April: 7pm
▪️Thursday 30th April: 7pm
▪️Friday 1st May: 7pm
▪️Saturday 2nd May: 10am, 3pm & 6pm
▪️Sunday 3rd May: 11am & 3pm
▪️Monday 4th May: 2pm

🔥 FRIDAY 1ST MAY OFFER (7PM)
Save up to 64% off tickets through Groupon.
▪️Entry For 2 People: £16
▪️Entry For 3 People: £23
▪️Entry For 4 People: £30

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Fearless acrobats and daredevil stuntmen guarantee maximum thrills by risking life and limb daily for your entertainment. The show lasts about 2 hours with a short interval.

♿️ WHEELCHAIRS
When you purchase your tickets online, please select how many wheelchair users are in your group. This will help us to arrange enough wheelchair spaces at each performance. Please note that wheelchair spaces are limited, and we may not be able to seat other members of the booking with the wheelchair.

💥WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY OFFER: £6.99
Use discount code FB50 to buy discounted tickets for just £6.99pp on Wed 29th & Thurs 30th April.

💥FRIDAY - SUNDAY OFFER: £12.99
Use discount code FB50 to buy discounted tickets for just £12.99pp on Fri 1st May, Sat 2nd May & Sun 3rd May.

🎟 GENERAL TICKET COST:
▪️
All seats: £16.99 plus booking fee
▪️Fast track: £19.99 plus booking fee
▪️Under 2 (on lap): Free

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 0333 666 4466
📧 Email: info@circus-zyair.co.uk

🎠 Gumbles Childrens Funfair May 2026 - Walsworth Common


Time: 12:00 - 18:15

🎡 Gumble's Funfair is back this May 2026 to Walsworth Common, Hitchin. Join for an exciting family day out packed with rides, inflatables, and smiles all round.

🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️
Saturday 2nd May
▪️Sunday 3rd May
▪️Monday 4th May

👦 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

🏰 Stevenage Inflatable Family Fun Days - May 2026


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

🏰 Get ready for a bounce-filled Bank Holiday weekend as the Stevenage Inflatable Family Fun Days arrive at Stevenage Town Rugby Club this May 2026.

▪️AGES: 2–12 years only

🗓 MAY 2026 DATES

▪️Saturday 2nd May 2026
▪️Sunday 3rd May 2026
▪️Monday 4th May 2026

⏰ CHOOSE YOUR SESSION
▪️ 10am–1pm
▪️ 2pm–5pm

🤩 EVENT DETAILS
If you’re looking for an easy, fun family outing nearby, this is a great one for little ones who love to jump, climb and burn off some energy! Whether you go in the morning or afternoon, it’s a brilliant way to keep the kids entertained over the Bank Holiday weekend.

Perfect for families with children aged 2 to 12, this Stevenage event keeps things simple: no pre-booking, no stress, just plenty of inflatable fun across a full 3-hour session.

✨️ 3 full hours of unlimited access to ALL inflatables
✨️ Bumper carz, trampolines & hook a duck available (for an extra charge)
✨️FREE parking

🚫 Strictly no adults on inflatables
🚫 No dogs allowed

🎟 TICKET COST: £10 per child

Pay on arrival, No tickets needed – just turn up. Adults go free!

🚘 Oaklands College Car Boot Sale 2026 - St Albans


Time: 10:00 - 14:00

🚘 Oaklands College Car boot sale is open on most Sunday's from April 2026 (weather permitting)

🛍 BUYERS
▪️Adults,early buyers: £3 at 10.00am
▪️Adults, £2 at 10:30
▪️Adults, £1 at 11:30am

🚗 SELLERS
No booking just turn up and pay on the day. Sellers put into place as they arrive after 8.30am and you must be on site by 9.30am for unloading. Sale finishes around 2pm.

▪️Pitch charges: Cars £13.
▪️Small vans £15.
▪️Large vans £17.
▪️Extra-large pitch (16 m) £28

💷 PLEASE NOTE
Please have correct change ready to speed up entry. No £20 notes taken at the gate.

📍POSTCODE - AL4 0XR

🅿️ EXTRA PARKING
Extra visitor parking now available at the end of East Drive, postcode AL4 0HX. Just five minute walk to selling area from these car parks.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If wet before or on the morning of a sale, please check the Facebook page to see if it is still on, or by calling after 8am on the day our main telephone line 01992 468619 which can now handle unlimited calls. Press 1 , then 1 again for “cancelled or closed sales”.

Check our Facebook page for the latest details and confirmation that the sale is still taking place.

🚫 CONFIRMED CLOSED DATES
No sale while other events are on:
▪️10th May
▪️31st May 
▪️28th June

💦 Soft Launch Bennett's Splash Park, Dunstable - 2026


Time: 12:00 - 14:00

☀️ BIG NEWS! With the gorgeous weather heading our way this week, we’ve decided to run a soft opening of the Bennett's Splash Park starting Tuesday 28 April 2026.

ℹ️ DETAILS
This is a "test run" for us to make sure all our systems are flowing perfectly before the main season kicks off. It’s the perfect chance for you to beat the heat and be the first to dive into the fun!

🗓 April/May 2026 Soft Opening Hours:
▪️Monday 27th April: CLOSED
▪️Tuesday 28th April: 12 noon to 5 pm
▪️Wednesday 29th April: 10 am to 5 pm
▪️Thursday 30th April: 10 am to 5 pm
▪️Friday 1st May: 10 am to 5 pm
▪️Saturday 2nd May: CLOSED
▪️Sunday 3rd May: 10 am to 2 pm

🚀 Full Launch:
Starting Monday 4th May 2026, we will officially be open every day from 10 am to 6 pm. 

Grab the sunscreen, pack the towels, and come help us test out the sprays! We can’t wait to see you there. 💦

🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026


Time: 08:00 - 13:00

🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.

🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.

🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p

🐕‍🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.

🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5

ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION 
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.

🚘 G&M GROWERS CAR BOOT SALE 2026 - Biggleswade


Time: 07:30 - 12:00

👋 We will be open this Sunday weather dependant. Any updates to this will be on Facebook and Instagram by 7am on Sunday.

▪️BUYERS - ENTRY AFTER 7:30AM

🔹️£1 before 9am 
🔹️50p after 9am
🔹️Under 16's are FREE

▪️SELLERS - ENTRY 7.00AM
🔸️£10 any size vehicle
🔸️No need to book, just turn up!

🗺 LOCATION
We are located behind G&M growers farm shop at 79 Hitchin Rd, Upper Caldecote, Biggleswade SG18 9BU

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ 07841619568 or 07538341136 

🔥 The Hellfire Caves - West Wycombe


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🔥The Hellfire Caves are totally unique and spectacular! Built in the 18th century, journey deep underground into the heart of the Chiltern Hills.

♿️ 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

✈️ Twinwood Aviation Museum 2026 - Clapham


Time: 10:30 - 16:00

✈️ The museum is open on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays only, from the first Sunday in May to the last Sunday in September.
 
ℹ️ ABOUT
An aviation museum covering the second World War and World War 1 with displays on the RAF and 8th USAAF. Located in the restored Watch Office (Control Tower), the museum showcases a comprehensive collection of photographs documenting Glenn Millers time in the UK.

▪️THE UPPER FLOOR
The upper floor has been meticulously restored to its original wartime configuration, reflecting its history as a RAF night fighter training school. The museum also features an Aviation Museum, boasting an impressive array of artifacts recovered from wartime crash sites, as well as uniforms and memorabilia from World War 2.
We also have a special exhibition on World War 1.

▪️HOME FRONT MUSEUM
Our Home Front display transports visitors back to the 1940's with a recreated street scene and living room.

Additionally, the museum is home to a faithfully reproduced wartime fire station, complete with authentic firefighting equipment. The former armoury houses a unique collection of British and Axis uniforms, equipment, and vehicles including a restored 1/4 scale ME 109 fighter.

▪️SMALL TOY MUSEUM
Our small Toy Museum features a working H0.00 model railway and a selection of
vintage toys.

🐶 DOG INFORMATION
Dogs are most welcome on a lead.

☕️ TEA ROOM
The NAAFI Tea Room, will be open , serving hot and cold beverages, cakes and snacks during operating hours.

🗺 A WARNING ABOUT SAT NAV’S
The crucial thing to remember is that you can only access the museum via Twinwood Road, which in turn can only be accessed from a roundabout on Milton Road in the village of Clapham. 

Please study a traditional map before setting off, and do not blindly trust your sat nav! The only truly reliable way to get your Sat Nav behaving nicely is to input these
latitude/Longitude numbers:
N52.1692492 W0.5049295.


These co-ordinates will take you to the Milton Road/Twinwood Road roundabout, and from there up to the Twinwood Road for just over ½ mile and you will see the museum entrance on the right.

🎟 TICKET COST - PAY ON ENTRY
▪️
Adults: £5
▪️Children Under 16: Free

🚣‍♀️ Marsworth Floating Market - Bank Holiday Weekend 2026


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

🛶 A Magical May Bank Holiday on the Water! Looking for the perfect family day out? Join us for the RCTA Floating Market at the stunning Marsworth Reservoir!

🗓 MAY 2026 DATES
▪️
Saturday 2nd May: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 3rd May: 10am - 5pm
▪️Monday 4th May: 10am - 5pm

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
The Grand Union Canal is coming alive with a vibrant row of trading boats. Whether you’re a local or just looking for a beautiful bank holiday stroll, come and discover the unique charm of a market that floats!

What’s Waiting for You?
Follow the towpath to find a treasure trove of floating boutiques. Our traders have something for every member of the family:

😋 Delicious Eats: Grab a snack or a treat from our food boats.

💎 Crystals & Sparkle: Stunning stones and mystical finds.

🎨 Art & Handmade Gifts: Unique pieces you won't find on the high street.

🏡 Homeware: Beautiful, handcrafted items for your nest.

🐕 Pet Friendly: Bring your furry friends for a lovely waterside walk!

🌿 Why Visit?
Marsworth is famous for its breathtaking views and wildlife. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy the fresh spring air, watch the boats pass through the locks, and support small independent businesses.

✅️ FREE ENTRY
This is a free-entry, outdoor event. It’s a great way to get the kids outside and experience the history of our historic waterways!

📍WHERE?
Location: Grand Union Canal Towpath (Reservoir side, between Lock 39 and Lock 40)

▪️Address: Marsworth, Tring, Bucks, HP23 4LJ