⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
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🛍 Stotfold Walking Market & Scarecrow Festival 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
With 165 stalls booked so far it's our biggest one yet! Take a walk around Stofild and grab a bargain. Bring cash!
🥓 SALVATION ARMY, STOTFOLD
We have 10 wonderful tables full of goodies, plus a bake sale, tea, coffee and bacon rolls for the walking market.
⛪️ ST MARY'S CHURCH, STOTFOLD
Refreshments & Comfort Break: The St Mary’s Church Hall is open to the public throughout the festival, serving food and drinks alongside public toilet access.
👒 SCARECROW FESTIVAL, STOTFOLD
Satchells arw proud to be sponsoring the Stotfold Scarecrow Festival 2026! Taking place on Bank Holiday Monday, 31st August 2026, in conjunction with the Stotfold Walking Market — double the fun for the whole family!
🗺 PICK UP A MAP FROM:
▪️Stotfold Salvation Army Hall
▪️St Mary's Church
❓️🏖 Mystery Seaside Coach Tour August 2026 Leaving from Bedfordshire
Time: 07:00
The journey will take just over two hours, with a comfort stop along the way.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
If you have mobility issues, please inform us in advance, as we occasionally use a double-decker bus during high demand. Kindly let us know if you require assistance or cannot climb stairs.
🗺 PICK UP POINTS
📍Dunstable Square-Bus Stop
Dunstable Square Bus Stop
Bus Stop outside Morrisons
Bus Stop 4 Bus Interchange Luton Railway Station
Park Avenue, Sundon Park, Luton, LU3 3BP
Stopsley Memorial - Hitchin Road - Luton
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £28.00
▪️Child - Under 16: £18.00
▪️Front Seat Additional Cost: £6.00
▪️Single Seat Supplement: £10.00
▪️Select Seating Upgrade Rows 2 - 5: £3.00
▪️Bringing a Scooter (to go in the hold): £0.00
▪️Bringing a Walker/Rolator (to go in hold): £0.00
▪️Bringing a Wheelchair (to go in the hold): £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 722626
📧 Email: sales@threestarcoaches.com
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 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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🎤 Live Music on the Jetty - The Kingfisher, Bedford
Time: 14:00 - 16:30
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Pull up a chair, order something cold, and let the music drift over the water as the evening rolls in. Whether you’re settling in for a long lazy afternoon or catching the sunset after dinner, there’s no better spot to soak it all in.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 29th August: 4:00pm-6:30pm: Latch
▪️Sunday 30th August: 2:00pm-4:30pm:
Amy Gray & Steve Jones
▪️Monday 31st August: 2:00pm -4:30pm: Laura Menozzi
🌧 WHAT IF THE WEATHER ISN'T GREAT?
Of course, we’re in England — so if the weather has other ideas, we’ll bring the party inside and keep the good times going whatever the skies decide.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 270044
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⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⛱️ Rushden Lakes Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 19:00
🗓 OPENING TIMES (Weather Permitting)
▪️Monday - Friday: 10am - 7pm
▪️Saturday: 10am - 8pm
▪️Sunday: 10am - 7pm
🧒 RESTRICTIONS
Up to 30 children on each beach at any one time.
🦆GAMES
It's not just the beach you'll find here; we've rolled back the years with a Hook a Duck stall, Alley Can game and Darts. Try your best and win prizes!
🍓 SUMMER TREATS
Summer holidays wouldn't be complete without delicious goodies. Enjoy Chocolate strawberries, Greek wraps, Churros, Slush, Eton Mess and Sweets!
🐶 Dog Information
Dogs are welcome at Rushden Lakes, whilst on a lead, but pets are not permitted within the sand play area.
♿️ Is the beach wheelchair and pushchair accessible?
The surrounding event area is accessible, although movement on sand may be more difficult for some wheelchairs and pushchairs.
⛱️ The Beach 2026 - Frosts, Woburn Sands
Time: 09:30 - 16:30
🕤 SUMMER HALF SESSION TIMES
▪️Monday - Saturday:
9:30 - 11:30, 12:00 - 14:00, 14:30 - 16:30
▪️Sunday:
11:00 - 13:00, 14:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join our resident lifeguards for two hours worth of fun and games on our fully covered beach.
With plenty of seating for the grown-ups to relax, our restaurant team will bring food and drink waitress served to your table so you can relax while the little ones play. This is the perfect summer treat for everyone!
Any children under the age of 12 months who are attending with an older paying sibling may enter the beach area for free.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Child (Includes one adult): £5.99
▪️Extra Adult: £1.00
▪️Under 12 months: Free
(Needs booking in advance - head to the website via the event link)
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Blog here to give you an idea of what to expect.
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🐰 Free Pet Pals Workshop - Pets at Home (All Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire locations)
Time: 14:00 - 14:45
🗓 WHEN?
▪️17th July - 28th August 2026
▪️2pm - 2.45pm
🐹 WHAT TO EXPECT
This summer, with the help of our trusted pet care advisors, little pet lovers can set off on an adventure into responsible pet ownership.
Each week brings a new theme, helping children discover everything pets need to feel safe, happy, and healthy. From food and treats to grooming, exercise, and habitats, children will learn fun new facts while building confidence along the way.
Children can enjoy hands-on games and activities, plus the opportunity to meet our furry friends.
📜 What they'll earn
We'll present your pet lover with an official Pet Pals certificate & sticker, along with colouring sheets to keep the fun going at home.
🧒 For pet lovers aged 4-10 years
Our workshops are specifically geared towards younger children, with content and activities that are safe, supervised and most of all fun. To allow enough room for everyone (and avoid spooking our animals), places are limited to one adult per child.
🎟 BOOKING REQUIRED - FREE
There are Pets at Home stores taking part in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire & Hertfordshire locations. Hit the event link button below, enter your postcode to find your nearest store to book. Spaces are limited.
📍BEDFORDSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Bedford
▪️Biggleswade
▪️Dunstable
▪️Leighton Buzzard
▪️Luton
📍BUCKINGHAMSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Aylesbury
▪️Bletchley
▪️Milton Keynes
📍HERTFORDSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Hemel Hempstead
▪️Letchworth
▪️Stevenage
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🏊♂️ Eversholt General Outdoor Swimming - Summer 2026
Time: 09:30 - 18:15
ℹ️ ABOUT THE POOL
The pool is an open air pool / lido. It is 21.3m by 7.3m with the shallow end 1m deep, gradually deepening to a maximum of 1.7m at the Eastern end. It has a small semi-circular paddling pool with a depth of 0.3m attached to the main pool, separated by bars. The temperature varies but it's usually 27-28℃.
🗓 SUMMER HALF TERM GENERAL SWIMMING TIMES 2026 :
▪️Monday & Tuesday : 9:30pm - 6:15pm
▪️Wednesday - Sunday: 12:30pm - 6:15pm
🏊♂️ TYPES OF SWIM SESSIONS AVAILABLE
▪️General Swim
▪️Adult Swim
▪️Retired Folk Swim
▪️Baby Swim
▪️SEND Swim
▪️Lane Swim
✅️ PRIVATE HIRE
Prive hire is available, check out the website via the event link for more information.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children & adults: £6.50
▪️Under 3's: Free
▪️Spectators: Free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: eversholtswimmingpool@gmail.com
🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🗓 SUMMER HALF TERM DATES 2026
▪️Open Monday - Sunday
▪️Book between 10am - 2.45pm
▪️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
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💦 Graveley Farm Slip & Slide - Hertfordshire
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️20th July - 6th September 2026
▪️Monday - Sunday
🕙 TIMES
▪️10:00 to 18:00 (last session 17:00)
ℹ️ AGE INFORMATION
Riders must be at least 5 years old to ride alone, able to climb over the safety barriers, able to swim and confident in water. Please supervise your children at all times.
🛝 WHAT IS INCLUDED?
Each session gives you unlimited rides for 60 minutes, so you can slide again and again without holding back.
Your session also includes unlimited zorbing, so you can mix things up and keep the fun going throughout your time slot.
👙WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR?
Wear swimwear or soft clothing you don’t mind getting wet. Clothing must not have zips, buttons, rivets or sharp edges, and no footwear is allowed on the slide. Please remove jewellery and secure loose items before taking part.
🌧 WHAT HAPPENS IN BAD WEATHER?
The slide runs in most weather, but sessions may be paused or rescheduled in unsafe conditions such as thunderstorms.
🧋REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE
Refreshments are available on site, so you can grab a drink or a snack while you’re here.
🕐 WHAT TIME SHOULD WE ARRIVE?
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your session to check in and get ready.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your session to check in and get ready.
🎟 TICKET COST:
Sessions are £15 per person (plus booking fee), with optional wetsuit hire available for £5 per hour (plus booking fee). Wetsuits are available in a range of sizes, and you can choose the right fit on the day. A small booking fee applies to each booking.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 07436 605503
📧 Email:
graveleyfruitfarm@hotmail.com
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🦙 Summer on the Farm with a Foam Party - Herrings Green Activity Farm, Wilstead
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️July 18th – September 1st
😀 WHAT TO EXPECT
Looking for a great-value family day out this summer? Visit Herrings Green Activity Farm, a family-run destination that’s home to over 200 majestic birds of prey and a delightful array of friendly farm animals. Nestled in the heart of Wilstead, Bedfordshire, where unforgettable experiences come as standard.
From daily flying displays that showcase the power and grace of eagles, hawks, falcons, kites and owls, to hands-on animal encounters, there’s always something exciting to see and do. Kids (and grown-ups!) can meet and hold an owl, pat a pet, hop on a tractor ride, explore the farm and visit the birds.
🫧 FOAM PARTY - 3.30PM
▪️Monday, Wednesday & Friday
NEW for Summer 2026 – Foam Parties!
Get ready for some foam-tastic fun with our brand-new Foam Parties, taking place every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 3.30pm throughout the summer holidays.
Dance, play and splash your way through mountains of foam – the perfect way for children to cool off and burn off some energy before heading home.
Best of all, Foam Parties are INCLUDED in your admission ticket!
All Activities Included in Your Admission:
🦉 10:30am – Meet & Handle an Owl
🐰 11:00am – Pat-a-Pet with Rabbits & Guinea Pigs
🦅 11:30am – Spectacular Birds of Prey Flying Display
🚜 12:15pm – Tractor Rides
🦉 12:30pm – Have a Go at Flying an Owl
🐍 1:30pm – Animal & Critter Encounter
🦅 2:30pm – Spectacular Birds of Prey Flying Display
🚜 3:15pm – Tractor Rides
🐏 3:30pm – Farm Animal Meet & Greet
🐰 4:00pm – Pat-a-Pet with Rabbits & Guinea Pigs
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
Our Tea Room is open daily from 10:00am – 4:00pm, serving sandwiches, cakes, snacks and hot drinks. Prefer to bring your own food? You’re welcome to enjoy a picnic in our grounds.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult £14.50
▪️Child (2-15 years) £8.95
▪️Children under 2 years are free
✅️ BOOK ONLINE OR JUST TURN UP
You can either book your tickets online or pay on arrival, we are open daily 10.00-5.00, we look forward to seeing you!
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🪓 Bermuda Blades Axe Throwing - Henlow (💥Use Code WUB15 for 15% off)
Time: 09:00 - 21:15
ℹ️ ABOUT
🤑 EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODE: WUB15
Use WUB15 at checkout to save 15% off your booking. This offer is exclusive to Whatsup Bedfordshire only.
🪓 Axe Throwing Ages 12+
(Best For Groups of 1-3)
▪️For 2 people: £30.00
▪️For 3 people: £42.00
▪️For 4 people: £50.00
🕝 TIME: 2:15PM - 9:15PM
🪓 Axe Throwing Ages 12+
60 Minute Sessions - Private Lane
(Best For Groups of 4-6)
▪️For 2 people: £50.00
▪️For 3 people: £65.00
▪️For 4 people: £78.00
▪️For 5 people: £90.00
▪️For 6 people: £99.00
🕑 TIME: 2:00PM - 9:00PM
⚙️ Junior & Family Friendly Axe Throwing Ages 8+ (Self-Supervised) 30 Minute Sessions - Private Lane - Soft Bristle
▪️ £20.00 per person
🕘 TIME: 9:00AM - 2:00PM
🎟 BOOKING
Book on Bermuda Blades Website via the event link and don't forget to add you discount code WUB15 at checkout!
❓️FAQ'S
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: throw@bermudablades.com
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🌸 Shefford Maze 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER HALF TERM OPENING TIMES
▪️Open every Sunday, Monday, Fridays & Bank Holidays during school holidays 2026.
▪️Open 10am - 4pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🌼 A beautiful unique garden leading onto the maze. You will get lost!
🛝 Play equipment such as toddler cars, toddler slides.
🥪 A picnic area with a couple of benches, as there are were only a few it might be worth taking a blanket to sit on which we did.
🚫 No dogs allowed
♿️ NOT ACCESSIBLE
The maze itself isn't suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs as it can be quite narrow inparts and has uneven ground.
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED
▪️Cash or card
▪️Adults & children aged over 5: £6pp
▪️4 People: £20
▪️Under 5: Free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES CONTACT DAN
☎️ Phone: 07510 935 124
📧 Email: hoohillmaze@hotmail.com
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🎪 John Lawsons Circus August 2026 - Towcester
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 27th August: 7pm ONLY
▪️Friday 28th August: 3pm & 7pm
▪️Saturday 29th August: 2pm & 5pm
▪️Sunday 30th August: 2pm & 5pm
▪️Monday 31st August: 2pm ONLY
🤑 DEALS ON TICKETS
▪️Thursday 27th August: £9.76
▪️Friday 28th August: £9.76
▪️Saturday 29th August, 5pm:
£8 for children & £9 for adults Groupon deal
▪️ Sunday 30th August, 5pm:
£8 for children & £9 for adults Groupon deal
🎟 USUAL TICKET COST
▪️Adults: £16.26
▪️Children (2-16): £13.01
▪️OAP: £13.01
▪️Under 2: Free (must sit on lap)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Known for its vibrant and thrilling shows, John Lawson's Circus combines traditional circus acts with modern flair, creating an epic experience for all ages. From daring acrobatics to mesmerising clowns, each performance is a testament to the circus's commitment to entertainment!
Highlights of John Lawson's Circus:
🤸♂️ Daring Acrobatics: Watch in awe as acrobats perform breath-taking stunts high above the ground.
🤡 Mesmerising Clowns: Enjoy the antics of clowns who bring laughter and joy to audiences of all ages.
⚖️ Graceful Aerialists: Be captivated by aerialists who perform elegant routines on silks and trapeze.
🚫 Animal-Free Acts: Experience a modern circus that focuses on human talent and creativity, without the use of animals.
👋 Interactive Performances: Engage with performers who often involve the audience in their acts, making each show unique.
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Entertainment: Perfect for all ages, the circus offers a wholesome and exciting experience for families.
📖 Historical Legacy: Celebrate the rich history of John Lawson's Circus, which has been entertaining audiences for over five decades.
ℹ️ FAQ'S
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🎠 Scarrotts £2 Fun Fair, August 2026 - Northampton Racecourse
Time: 14:00 - 22:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Monday - Saturday: 2pm - 10pm
▪️Sunday: 1pm - 9pm
▪️Friday 21st August - Monday 31st August
▪️Open everyday.
ℹ️ ABOUT
All the fun of the fair at Northampton Racecours located at the white elephant corner.
With loads of rides and attractions at affordable prices fetch the family to the funfair.
Keep an eye on socials incase of any last minute closures.
📍The Racecourse white elephant corner NN2 7HG.
🎡 Luton Pop Up Fun Park - August/September 2026
Time: 13:00 - 21:00
🗓 2026 DATES
🤑 Friday 28 August: 1pm - 9pm
✅ Saturday 29th August - 1pm - 9pm
✅ Sunday 30th August: 1pm - 9pm
✅ Monday 31st August: 1pm - 9pm
🤑 Friday 4th September: 1pm - 9pm
✅ Saturday 5th September: 1pm - 9pm
✅ Sunday 6th September: 1pm - 6pm
🤑 DISCOUNT DAYS!
Friday 21st, Friday 28th August & Friday 4th September 2026 - All Rides 2 ONLY Tokens! (Excludes Bungees).
💷 TOKENS
Pay Per Ride with our Token System - Tokens can be purchased onsite - Cash & Card Accepted.
🪙 TOKEN COST
▪️1 Token: £1.20
▪️10 Tokens: £10.00
RIDE LIST
👹 Daredevil
🚀 JetFire
🔥 InFerno
🚗 Dodgems
🌪️ Twister
🇺🇸 Alcatraz
🚂 Runaway Train
🛞 Race O Rama
🚒 Monster Trucks
🏎️ BumperCarz
🔴 Bungees
🛝 Mega Slide
🎰 Games Stalls
🐤 Hook A Duck..... & LOADS MORE!
🚻 Onsite Security & Toilets.
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🚘 Autofest 2026 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
🚗 Classic vehicles to explore
🚂 Unlimited steam train rides
🎶 Live music throughout the day
🍔 Street food
🍻 Outdoor bar
🛍️ Trade stalls
🚂 Miniature & Model Railways
🏛️ Railway Museum, Visitor Centre, café & gift shop
🚂 STEAM DRIVING EXPERIENCE
And for those who fancy getting behind the controls themselves, there are just a handful of spaces left to drive Arthur or Millom for £10! *Steam driving experience requires an AutoFest admission ticket and must be booked separately in advance. For ages 16+.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Our site is generally very wheelchair friendly, however, our trains use vintage carriages and their doors are not wide enough for wheelchairs and there are steps to get on. Please call us to discuss your needs before booking on 01296 655720 or email us on office@bucksrailcentre.org
ℹ️ FAQ'S
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult Auto Fest: £14.50
▪️Senior Auto Fest: £13.50
▪️Child (3+) Auto Fest: £1.00
▪️Child under 3 free Auto Fest: Free
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🕺 Soul & Motown - The Nags Head, Dunstable
Time: 13:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
💃 Soul, Dance & Disco: From 1pm
As well as DJ Wayne Allen from 1pm bringing the best in Soul, Dance & Disco.
🎤 Glynn MrSoul – LIVE: 3pm - 5pm
Singing the biggest Soul & Motown classics
🎶 2Tone: From 7pm
🌭 FREE FOOD - 5pm - 6pm
Free hot dog & fries while supplies last. One per customer.
It’s shaping up to be a massive Bank Holiday at The Nags Head — great music, great vibes, and a full day of entertainment.
🐶 Dog Show at Moreteyne Manor - August 2026
Time: 13:00
TIMES:
▪️Open from 1pm
▪️Sign up by 1.50pm
▪️Dog Show from 2pm
EVENT DETAILS
✅️ Enter your dog for a chance to win!
✅️ Entry donation to a local charity
✅️ FREE to enter
🏅 5 categories:
🐾 Cutest Dog
🐾 Quirkiest Canine
🐾 Best Name
🐾 Best Trick
🐾 Best Dog/Owner Lookalike
ℹ️ DOG ENTRY DETAILS
£2 entry donation for the Heart of Marston. You can enter as many categories as you like.
Sign up on the day. Opening at 1pm. Last sign up at 1:50pm for a 2pm start.
🍔 FOOD & DRINKS
Drinks available at the bar. Food available from the BBQ.
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👸 Magical Afternoon - The Old Red Lion, Houghton Regis
Time: 12:00 - 15:00 Price: £16.00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Meet and greet, photo ops, party games, a proper kids' afternoon spread, and a royal certificate to take home.
🎟 TICKET COST: £16 per child
You can purchase tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 797304
🏰 Inflatable Fun Day, Milton Keynes - August 2026
Time: 10:30 - 17:00 Price: £10.00
🗓 2026 DATES
Saturday 29 August – Monday 31 August 2026
⏰ SESSION TIMES
▪️10:30am–1:30pm
▪️2:00pm–5:00pm
EVENT DETAILS
🎈 3 Hours Unlimited Inflatables
👶 Strictly ages 2–12
💙 MEET & GREET
FREE Bluey Meet & Greet
EXTRA ACTIVITIES ARE CHARGABLE
🤸 Trampolines
🚗 Bumper Cars
🦆 Hook-a-Duck
🎟️ PAY ON THE DAY: £10.00
No pre-booking required – simply turn up and pay on the gate! Just £10 per child. Adults & non-bouncers FREE.
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🏰 Free Inflatable Fun Day - The Crown, Flitwick
Time: 12:00 - 18:00
🗓 SESSION TIMES
▪️12pm and 6pm - general access
▪️11am - 12pm - SEN early access (much quieter for those children that don't like it busy!)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
We literally fill the garden with loads of inflatables and activities for the kids plus ice cream van etc....in partnership with our friends Ryans Bouncy Castles.
It's FREE Entry - we just ask that you buy something from the bar!
It's a great day - let the kids burn off some energy while you while away the afternoon with a drink!
🌭 FOOD
BBQ and Pizza Oven will be on!!
Note - we ask that you don't bring your own picnic or food and drink - we put this event on for free (however costs us money to do so!) so kindly ask that you buy food and drinks from us!
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🎶 Amp Rewired 2026
Time: 12:00 - 21:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
One of the things we love about Amp Rewired? You can make the day your own.
🎸 9 live acts
🍔 Food vendors
🍻 Bar
🧺 BYO food & drinks
🫧 Free children's activities
🧺 BRING YOUR OWN
Bring your own food and drinks if you fancy. There's no need to choose, we've also got some brilliant food vendors and a bar on site.
🍻 DRINK RESPONSIBLY
You're welcome to bring your own alcohol. We don't have a set limit, but we do expect everyone to enjoy themselves responsibly and behave respectfully.
🏏 CLUBHOUSE REWIRED
Got a Clubhouse ticket? You'll have access to the Cricket Club clubhouse, with a bar, comfortable sheltered space and facilities.
🔄 COME & GO
Need to pop out? No problem. You can come and go throughout the day.
🚫 NO GLASS
Please leave glass bottles and containers at home. It's a park and we've got lots of people, including children, enjoying the day. Prize for the most inventive drinks receptacle.
🚫 NO KNIVES
No knives or other items that could potentially cause harm. This is about keeping everyone safe.
🐕 NO DOGS
We're sorry, but dogs aren't permitted at Amp Rewired, for their safety and wellbeing and that of our guests.
♿ ACCESSIBILITY
The event is in Ampthill Great Park, with disabled access via the Cricket Club entrance.
🅿️ PARKING
We're encouraging everyone who can to walk, cycle or car share where possible, but we know that's not possible for everyone.
We've got parking available, with the West Car Park next to the event and an overflow car park available if needed. Please use it and help us keep the surrounding roads clear for our local residents.
🚫 Please don't park on Woburn Street, Moor Pond Piece or the Rugby Club.
📍 WHERE ARE WE?
We're next to the West Car Park by Ampthill Cricket Club.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Full Event Access + Cricket Club Day Membership: £21.68
▪️Family Ticket (2 x Adults & 2 x Child): £37.94
▪️Group Ticket (4 x Adults): £48.78
▪️Adult (16 and over): £16.26
▪️Child (Under 16): £5.42
▪️Under 6: Free
🛍 Stotfold Walking Market & Scarecrow Festival 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
With 165 stalls booked so far it's our biggest one yet! Take a walk around Stofild and grab a bargain. Bring cash!
🥓 SALVATION ARMY, STOTFOLD
We have 10 wonderful tables full of goodies, plus a bake sale, tea, coffee and bacon rolls for the walking market.
⛪️ ST MARY'S CHURCH, STOTFOLD
Refreshments & Comfort Break: The St Mary’s Church Hall is open to the public throughout the festival, serving food and drinks alongside public toilet access.
👒 SCARECROW FESTIVAL, STOTFOLD
Satchells arw proud to be sponsoring the Stotfold Scarecrow Festival 2026! Taking place on Bank Holiday Monday, 31st August 2026, in conjunction with the Stotfold Walking Market — double the fun for the whole family!
🗺 PICK UP A MAP FROM:
▪️Stotfold Salvation Army Hall
▪️St Mary's Church
🛶 Floating Market, August 2026 - Campbell Wharf, Milton Keynes Marina
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 29th August: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 30th August: 10am - 5pm
▪️Monday 31st August: 10am - 5pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Get ready for a unique shopping experience this August Bank Holiday! The Roving Canal Traders Association's Floating Market is coming to Milton Keynes on 29th, 30th and 31st August 2026, bringing a splash of colour and a treasure trove of goodies to the Grand Union Canal.
📍WHERE?
The canal between Blue Bridge and Childs Way Bridge, near Campbell Wharf, will be abuzz with narrowboats selling a delightful array of wares.
Milton Keynes, a new town built in the 1960s, is intertwined with the Grand Union Canal, a vital transport link during the industrial revolution. Today, the canal offers a scenic backdrop for leisure and recreation.
🦆 Furzton Lake Duck Race - August 2026 (Hungry Horse)
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
🎶 FREE KIDS PARTY...
Rumi and Jinu from K-POP are coming to party with us in the garden with Corina’s cool kids party!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️Stall all round the top lake!
✨️Ice cream van
✨️Face painting
✨️Glitter tattoos
✨️Pocket money stalls
✨️3D printing
🦆 DUCK RACE - STARTS 3PM
And of course our BIG DUCK RACING DAY!
Ducks will be on sale from 12pm and the race will start at 3pm!
🍽 HUNGRY HORSE MENU
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🚘 Redbourn Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 09:30 - 14:00
🛍 BUYERS INFORMATION
▪️Adults 16+ after 9:30am: £3.00
▪️Adults 16+ after 10:00am: £2.00
▪️Adults 16+ after 11:00am: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
No booking just turn up and pay on the day.
▪️Times – Early trader sellers unload between 8am and 9am. Main general public sellers unload from 9am. Sale finishes around 2pm.
▪️Pitch charges:
- Cars £13
- Small vans £15
- Large vans £17
- Early 8am setup pitches £23.
- Extra large pitch (16 m) £28.
▪️Extra info – You must get a sticker as proof of payment and display it on your drivers wing mirror while on site!!
♨️ CATERING & BOUNCY CASTLE ETC PITCHES
If you wish to apply for a catering / jumping castle etc pitch, please send photos and details of your service by email by clicking here.
🌧 IF THE WEATHER ISN'T LOOKING GREAT
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”.
🐶 DOG INFORMATION
No dogs allowed on hot days! We do allow dogs on cool days. Dogs must be on a lead at all times and they must not be left in any vehicle at any time.
🚘 G&M GROWERS CAR BOOT SALE 2026 - Biggleswade
Time: 07:30 - 12:00
▪️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
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
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.
🎈The Old Moat House Family Fun Day 2026 - The Old Moat House
Time: 11:30 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Magician
✨️ Balloon modelling
✨️ Circus skills
✨️ Facepainting...and lots more
🧒 KIDS EAT FOR £1!
👀 MENU & WEBSITE
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 597474