🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🚂 Summerfields’ Miniature Railways system, is located in the open countryside near Haynes. The railways (there are three track systems at the Summerfields’ site) are a popular visitor destination for children and parents alike.
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
At Hammer Hill you will have the option of taking a ride on two more of our railways - The Springfield Line from platform 2 and The Winterfield Line from platform 3 - tickets for both are sold at Hammer Hill.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
At Hammer Hill you will have the option of taking a ride on two more of our railways - The Springfield Line from platform 2 and The Winterfield Line from platform 3 - tickets for both are sold at Hammer Hill.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
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🚣♂️ Junior Learn to Row Course 2026 - Bedford
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Price: £125.00
🚣♂️ Our Junior Holiday Learn to Row courses are a brilliant way for young people to try something new, get active, and gain confidence on the water.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️14th - 16th April
▪️25th - 28th May
Whether they’re brand new to rowing or looking to improve, our experienced coaches create a fun, supportive environment where juniors can learn the basics, develop skills, and enjoy being part of a team.
Why choose rowing this holiday?
✔ Learn a new sport
✔ Boost confidence & resilience
✔ Improve fitness outdoors
✔ Make new friends
✔ All equipment provided
Who can join?
• Secondary school age (11-18)
• Able to swim 50m in clothes
• Confident around water
📍 LOCATION
Based at Star Club Rowing, Poynters Boathouse, Bedford, MK40 1QS
🎟 BOOKING:
Places are limited during the holidays and tend to fill fast. Secure your place here.
Please get in touch if the costs are prohibitive. Free and subsidised places are available.
Give them a holiday that’s active, empowering and fun 🚣✨
ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: captain@starclubrowing.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01234 212070
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️14th - 16th April
▪️25th - 28th May
Whether they’re brand new to rowing or looking to improve, our experienced coaches create a fun, supportive environment where juniors can learn the basics, develop skills, and enjoy being part of a team.
Why choose rowing this holiday?
✔ Learn a new sport
✔ Boost confidence & resilience
✔ Improve fitness outdoors
✔ Make new friends
✔ All equipment provided
Who can join?
• Secondary school age (11-18)
• Able to swim 50m in clothes
• Confident around water
📍 LOCATION
Based at Star Club Rowing, Poynters Boathouse, Bedford, MK40 1QS
🎟 BOOKING:
Places are limited during the holidays and tend to fill fast. Secure your place here.
Please get in touch if the costs are prohibitive. Free and subsidised places are available.
Give them a holiday that’s active, empowering and fun 🚣✨
ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: captain@starclubrowing.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01234 212070
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌺 From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2026, we open the doors of the Walled Garden, Luton and welcome visitors to our unique Capability Brown designed walled garden and its unique service buildings.
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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🏍 Wednesday Bike Night - Amici Coffee, Sandy
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Time: 18:00 - 21:00
🏍 Wednesday Bike Night is back at Amici Coffee, Sandy - and it’s set to be another cracking evening for local riders. Free entry!
ℹ️ ABOUT
Held at Alicia's Coffee, Girtford Bridge, Sandy, popular midweek bike meets bring together bikes, burgers, coffee and a great crowd from 6pm to 9pm. Whether you’re riding in, meeting mates, or just fancy soaking up the atmosphere, everyone is welcome.
ℹ️ ABOUT
Held at Alicia's Coffee, Girtford Bridge, Sandy, popular midweek bike meets bring together bikes, burgers, coffee and a great crowd from 6pm to 9pm. Whether you’re riding in, meeting mates, or just fancy soaking up the atmosphere, everyone is welcome.
🔥 WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️ Theme nights throughout the season
▪️ BBQ favourites and a dedicated biker menu
▪️ Burgers, coffee and more from Amici Coffee
▪️ A casual, friendly atmosphere for riders and visitors alike
🅿️ PARKING
Additional parking is available next door at the car wash, making it even easier to pop along and join the meet.
✅ GOOD TO KNOW
Amici’s bike nights are known for their welcoming vibe and lively turnout. It’s a relaxed evening for the biking community, with a clear expectation that everyone behaves respectfully — no antisocial behaviour.
So if you’re looking for a Bedfordshire bike meet with good food, good coffee and plenty of bikes to admire, Amici in Sandy is well worth adding to your Wednesday night plans.
🎨 Amped - Get Creative - Full House Theatre, Ampthill
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Time: 11:00 - 15:30
🎨 Neon Glow Painting will be on Wednesday 27th May 2026 at Full House Theatre Studio, Ampthill. This is a free event but needs to be booked in advance.
▪️AGES: 11 - 17
🕚 SESSION TIMES
▪️11am – 12.30pm
▪️2pm – 3.30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Time to glow! Join artist Anne-Marie Abbate and create your own awesome neon artwork under UV lights. Bright colours, bold designs, and loads of fun.
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
Please only book one time slot for the day you’re attending. You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: daisy@fullhouse.org.uk
▪️AGES: 11 - 17
🕚 SESSION TIMES
▪️11am – 12.30pm
▪️2pm – 3.30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Time to glow! Join artist Anne-Marie Abbate and create your own awesome neon artwork under UV lights. Bright colours, bold designs, and loads of fun.
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
Please only book one time slot for the day you’re attending. You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: daisy@fullhouse.org.uk
☎️ Phone: 01525 630783