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🚘 U-BOOT - Baldock Car Boot Sale 2026


Time: 07:00

🚗 U-boot is open every Saturday morning (weather dependent) in Baldock.

🛍 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

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🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons


Time: 07:00 - 12:00

🚘 Milton Keynes car boot sale is located at the under cover car park of Morrisons in Milton Keynes. Held on the the first and third Saturday of the month.

🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm

🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk 

☕️ 📖 Afternoon Tea and Tales – Tristan and Iseult - Rothsay Education Centre


Time: 14:00 - 16:00 Price: £12.50

💔 This tragic love story was the greatest hit of the High Middle Ages. In a few decades it spread from Iceland to Bohemia, adapting as it travelled to the new literary fashions of chivalry and courtly love. And yet it probably began as a simple Celtic tale, perhaps in Cornwall.

There are Irish and Welsh love stories from the time, but this is the only English survivor. Mark stays as faithful as possible to the original, but tries to close the gap between ancient manner and modern interior life, so that this ancient story can live for us now.

🎟 TICKET COST: £12.50
Price includes a cream tea and a hot drink choice. (tea or coffee) Please e-mail the office admin@recbedford.co.uk with any dietary requirements or allergies. Open to Non-Members.

🛤 Brambleton's May 2026 Open Day - Highfield Oval, Harpenden


Time: 14:00 - 17:30

🚂 Come along to Brambleton Model Railway Club on Saturday 16th May 2026 and see one of the country’s largest outdoor model railways in action – come rain or shine!

Perfect for railway enthusiasts, families and anyone who enjoys a unique local afternoon out, this popular open day at Highfield Oval in Harpenden gives you the chance to watch an impressive outdoor railway setup in full operation.

🛤 WHAT TO EXPECT
Visitors can enjoy Brambleton’s extensive double track ‘O’ gauge mainline, along with a live steam operated 16mm (SM32) scale garden line. It’s a great opportunity to get up close to the detail, craftsmanship and charm of outdoor model railways in a friendly club setting.

REFRESHMENTS
Brambleton refreshments will be served throughout the afternoon, so you can relax and enjoy the event at your own pace.

🎟 ENTRY FEES
▪️Adults: £4
▪️Children: £3
▪️Family (2+2): £12

🧭 FINDING THE SITE
Enter Highfield Oval via the Nickey Line bridge entrance on Ambrose Lane and you’ll find the site around 125m down on the right. You can also access it directly from the Nickey Line just after the Ambrose Lane bridge.
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🚶‍♀️🚲 TRAVEL INFO
To help with parking management, visitors are encouraged to walk or cycle to the event if they are able to.

♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Please note that the site is reached by an unpaved path, which can become muddy in wet conditions. Parts of the site are also unpaved, so access may be difficult for wheelchair users.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: bramwebmaster@fastmail.fm

🌸 Heath & Reach May Fayre 2026 - St Leonards Church Hall


Time: 13:00

🌸 St Leonards Church will be having their May Farye on Saturday 16th May 2026 from 1pm.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️
Fun Dog show
✨️ Heath and Band
✨️ St Leonards School dancers
✨️ Grand Draw
✨️ Tombola
✨️ Bric-a Brac
✨️ Teddy's treasure hunt
✨️ Bouncy Castle
✨️ Plants
✨️ Stalls

🍦FOOD & DRINK
BBQ, ice-cream, cakes & refreshments.

🐻 TEDDY TOWER OF TERROR
Bring your teddy or buy a pre-loved one on the day.

🌱🦆 Sutton Plant Sale & Art Exhibition 2026


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

✨️ A wonderful plant sale & duck race at  will be at The Old Rectory Church, Sutton and commence on Saturday 16th May & Sunday 17th May 2026.

🌱 SATURDAY 16 MAY DETAILS
▪️Time: 10am - 4pm

Lots of wonderful plants, ploughman lunches, cream teas, stalls and an art exhibition in the church.

🦆 SUNDAY 17 MAY DETAILS
▪️Time: 10am - 4pm
▪️Duck Race: 3pm
Lots of wonderful plants, ploughman lunches, cream teas, stalls and an art exhibition in the church along with the annual Duck Race.

🎟 WHERE CAN I BUY TICKETS FOR THE DUCK RACE?
The duck race tickets can be purchased at the Potton BP garage, Biggleswade Rd, Potton, Sandy SG19 2LU.
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♨️ Bottomless BBQ & Bottomless Drinks - The Albert Inn, Hitchin


Time: 12:00 - 20:00 Price: £33.00

♨️ Join us for our famous Smoked meats event at The Albert, Inn, Hitchin! Get 2 hours of Bottomless BBQ and Bottomless Drinks.

🤑 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 

🚣‍♂️ 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

🎠 Gumbles Childrens Funfair Bedford - May 2026


Time: 12:00 - 18:15

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

🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️
Saturday 9th May
▪️Sunday 10th May
▪️Saturday 16th May
▪️Sunday 17th 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.

🚫 🐶 DOG INFORMATION
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

🕺 Soul & Motown at Moreteyne Manor


Time: 18:00 - 23:30

🕺 Soul & Motown Night at Moreteyne Manor on Saturday 16th May 2026 from 6.30pm.

🎶 EVENT DETAILS
With DJ Ronnie T, delicious food, burgers, drinks, beers and wine. Free entry.

BOOK A TABLE
Book a table to secure a spot.
☎️ Phone:
01234 767003

🚘 Graveley Fruit Farm Car Boot Sale 2026


Time: 07:30 - 11:00

🚘 Graveley Farm Car Boot Sale is opening from April 2026 on Saturdays. (Weather dependant)

🛍 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:
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🎡 Kempston Funfair - May 2026


Time: 13:00 - 21:00

🎡 Kempston FUNFAIR is back for May 2026! Free entry! Keep an eye out for a 2 FOR 1 leaflets! AMAZING VALUE! Free entry!

Thrills Rides - Family Rides - Kids Rides!

🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES

✅ Saturday 9th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 10th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
🔥 Monday 11th May: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
🔥 Friday 15th May: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Saturday 16th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 17th May:  1:00pm - 7:00pm

DISCOUNT DAYS - 2 TOKENS PER RIDE
⭐️ Monday 11th May 2026
⭐️ Friday 15th May 2026

🎟 TOKEN COST
Tokens can be purchased on arrival, cash or Card accepted!
▪️1 Token = £1.20
▪️10 Tokens = £10.00

RIDE LIST
👹 Daredevil 
🚀 JetFire 
🔥 InFerno 
🚗 Dodgems 
🌪️ Twister 
⚡️Waltzer 
🇺🇸 Alcatraz 
🚂 Runaway Train 
🚖 City Cars 
🛞 Race O Rama 
🚒 Monster Trucks 
🌈 Play Centre 
🏎️ BumperCarz 
🔴 Bungees 
🌊 Waze Swinger 
🛝 Mega Slide 
🎰 Games Stalls 
🐤 Hook A Duck...& LOADS MORE!

🐻 St Mary's Church Open Day 2026 - Marston Moretaine


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🐻 CALLING ALL BRAVE TEDDIES, DOLLS, CUDDLY TOYS AND ACTION FIGURES:

Come along to the St Mary's Church Open Day on Saturday 16th May 2026, 10am-4pm and have a go at our (toys only) ZIPLINE from the roof! Please bring your humans with you so they can enjoy all the other activities on offer!

WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT
✨️
Live music at 11am & 2pm
✨️History Tours
✨️Bell Ringing
✨️Cakes, tea & coffee
✨️Children’s Activities & more!