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✈️ 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 2026.
 
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.

👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire Facebook post to give you an idea of what to expect.

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

6 other events on this day

🌺 Moggerhanger Open Gardens 2026


Time: 12:00 - 17:00

🌺 We invite you to enjoy a delightful weekend exploring a variety of beautiful local gardens. Wander at your own pace, chat with garden owners, enjoy lunch and refreshments and soak up the relaxed village atmosphere.

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 30th May: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Sunday 31st May: 12pm - 5pm

✨️ ABOUT
Whether you’re looking for inspiration or simply a lovely day out, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 

🎟 TICKET COST:
Tickets just £5. Under 16s free. Buy on arrival at St John's Church, Moggerhanger, MK44 3RD where you will also collect your map of the gardens. We look forward to welcoming you to Moggerhanger for this much-loved annual event.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: kenebbage@hotmail.com

🚘 Cars & Coffee 2026 - The Olde Watermill, Barton-le-clay


Time: 10:00 - 14:00

🚘 Our First Cars & Coffee 2026 event Sun 31st May 2026, 10am - 2pm at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village.

😎 EVENT DETAILS
Join us at The Olde Water Mill, Barton Le Clay, Bedfordshire for a Sunday filled with Automotive machines, delicious coffee, food and awesome vibes.

Whether you’re a car enthusiast, a coffee lover, or just looking for a fun time, this event is for you.

Come and check out some awesome cars, chat with fellow car enthusiasts, and grab a coffee or a bite to eat.

Don’t miss out on this epic gathering of automotive and caffeine enthusiasts

🎟️ SHOW VEHICLES MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE
All Show vehicles will need to register to gain access to the event. Classic / Modified / Performance cars welcome. Display Vehicles that are not registered prior to the event will be at risk of not entering the event due to limited space. You can register here.

🅿️ PUBLIC PARKING
Public parking available at the venue.
Parking is on gravel.

ℹ️ Important Information:
Rules to make sure event runs smoothly:

🚫 No engine pops and bangs
🚫 No loud music
🚗 Drive responsibly in the local area
⏩ On-site speed limit: 5mph
🚶 Respect marked areas and keep the venue clean
👮‍♂️ Respect marshals and the site

🚘 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.

🇺🇲 🇬🇧 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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🚣‍♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford


Time: 10:00 - 15:00

🚣‍♂️ Row a dragon boating at Longholme Lake in Bedford this 2026.

ℹ️ DETAILS
▪️Open every Saturday, Sunday & Bank holiday
▪️Book between 10am - 3pm
▪️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.
Riders under the age of 16 must have consent given by a guardian who is with them. Said guardian will need to sign the hire agreement.

▪️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

🚘 Linslade Car Boot Sale 2026


Time: 12:00 - 16:00

🤑 Linslade Car Boot Sale is on every Sunday (Weather dependant).

🛍 BUYERS - FROM 12PM
▪️Entry: £1.00

🚘 SELLERS - FROM 11AM
(Pay on the day)
▪️Cars: £9.00
▪️Small vans: £12.00
▪️Large vans: £15.00
▪️Trailers: Plus £3.00

🪙 NOTE FOR BUYERS
Please keep notes to a minimum on the buyers gate, too many people use us for change. We struggle to get change just like everyone else.

FOOD & DRINK
✅️ Burgers van x 2
✅️ Doughnut van
✅️ Ice cream van
✅️ Coffee van
✅️ Pasty lady

🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
Weather dependent, please keep an eye out for Facebook page updates.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:  07487 293072