🎈Northampton Balloon Festival 2026
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 12:00 - 22:30
🎉 Returning to the Racecourse in August 2026, the much-loved nostalgic Northampton Town Balloon Festival will once again be filling the skies with balloons!
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday 14th August: 12pm - 10:30pm
▪️Saturday 15th August: 12pm - 10:30pm
▪️Sunday 16th August: 12pm - 10:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Watch the skies transform with colourful hot air balloons, showcasing the grace of skilled balloonists. Enjoy live arena entertainment, a vibrant funfair for all ages, and a thrilling circus workshop. Explore trade stalls, and indulge in a hot air balloon glow at sunset. Delight your taste buds with a diverse range of festival food and drinks.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday 14th August: 12pm - 10:30pm
▪️Saturday 15th August: 12pm - 10:30pm
▪️Sunday 16th August: 12pm - 10:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Watch the skies transform with colourful hot air balloons, showcasing the grace of skilled balloonists. Enjoy live arena entertainment, a vibrant funfair for all ages, and a thrilling circus workshop. Explore trade stalls, and indulge in a hot air balloon glow at sunset. Delight your taste buds with a diverse range of festival food and drinks.
🎆 No Fireworks this year....
Sunday 16th Firework Announcement. Due to the dry and arid conditions, we have been advised by WNC via the Northamptonshire Fire Service, that we are not permitted to put on the fireworks finale on Sunday evening this year. We are sorry about any inconvenience but this is out of our control, we have to protect the environment and local residents from any harm. We have now had to change the running order of the event and we hope to have this online soon via the event link.
🎈 When will the balloons fly?
Typically the balloons fly at sunrise and sunset. There are planned balloon launches between 6pm & 7.30pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There is also a planned Saturday and Sunday morning ascent between 6am and 7:30am.
ℹ️ Balloon Updates
All Balloon updates will be published on the facebook page.
Sunday 16th Firework Announcement. Due to the dry and arid conditions, we have been advised by WNC via the Northamptonshire Fire Service, that we are not permitted to put on the fireworks finale on Sunday evening this year. We are sorry about any inconvenience but this is out of our control, we have to protect the environment and local residents from any harm. We have now had to change the running order of the event and we hope to have this online soon via the event link.
🎈 When will the balloons fly?
Typically the balloons fly at sunrise and sunset. There are planned balloon launches between 6pm & 7.30pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. There is also a planned Saturday and Sunday morning ascent between 6am and 7:30am.
ℹ️ Balloon Updates
All Balloon updates will be published on the facebook page.
❗️IMPORTANT: Balloons require specific weather conditions to fly and the safety of our pilots and guests is of the utmost concern and all balloon activity is weather permitting.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
▪️Are there disabled toilets?
Yes, there are plenty of disabled toilets available however, please be aware we cannot guarantee disabled parking.
▪️Is there disabled parking?
Yes, please inform and attendant when you arrive.
🎟 TICKET COST:
Early bird fast track tickets
▪️£3 + booking fee
▪️Children under 1 meter tall go free.
On the gate prices
▪️Adult and children: £5
▪️Children under 1 meter tall go free.
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Parking is available, it is £5 for the day. We do encourage anyone attending to consider using public transport. Please plan your journey, the roads can get busy, so leave plenty of time.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
▪️Are there disabled toilets?
Yes, there are plenty of disabled toilets available however, please be aware we cannot guarantee disabled parking.
▪️Is there disabled parking?
Yes, please inform and attendant when you arrive.
🎟 TICKET COST:
Early bird fast track tickets
▪️£3 + booking fee
▪️Children under 1 meter tall go free.
On the gate prices
▪️Adult and children: £5
▪️Children under 1 meter tall go free.
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Parking is available, it is £5 for the day. We do encourage anyone attending to consider using public transport. Please plan your journey, the roads can get busy, so leave plenty of time.
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🚗 Flitwick Car Show 2026
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🚗 Flitwick Car and Bike Show is on Sunday 16th August 2026, 10 am till 3 pm at Flitwick Millennium park.
EVENT DETAILS
🚗 Cars of all ages
🏍️ Bike and Trikes
🚚 Trucks and buses
🏁 F1 simulator will be at this years show.
🎵 Live music
✨️ Legends of Swing
✨️ Mel and a mic
✨️ Dirty Lotus
🎡 Kids entertainment
🛍️ Stalls and crafts
🍻 Hawkstone on tap
💃 Hemlock Morris dancing
FOOD & DRINK
🍻 Dirty Duck biker bar
🍔 Chubby's
🍕 Dough with the flow
🌮 mama mexican
🍗 Papa Ji
🥘 Chai Stall
🍦 Ice Cream
🐔 Chicken George Jnr
🍔 Sizzler.....And more
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Free visitor parking at Rufus centre and Flitwick leisure centre.
🚌 Free park and ride to show site
🙏 SPONSORS
Massive thank to our sponsors
Ultimate whippy, The Swan at Flitwick
R J Mechanics Premiere garage equipment. Press fab engineering
ℹ️ Book your vehicle in today
Txt/whatsapp name and Registration number
07368117032 or email flitwickcarshow@hotmail.com
EVENT DETAILS
🚗 Cars of all ages
🏍️ Bike and Trikes
🚚 Trucks and buses
🏁 F1 simulator will be at this years show.
🎵 Live music
✨️ Legends of Swing
✨️ Mel and a mic
✨️ Dirty Lotus
🎡 Kids entertainment
🛍️ Stalls and crafts
🍻 Hawkstone on tap
💃 Hemlock Morris dancing
FOOD & DRINK
🍻 Dirty Duck biker bar
🍔 Chubby's
🍕 Dough with the flow
🌮 mama mexican
🍗 Papa Ji
🥘 Chai Stall
🍦 Ice Cream
🐔 Chicken George Jnr
🍔 Sizzler.....And more
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Free visitor parking at Rufus centre and Flitwick leisure centre.
🚌 Free park and ride to show site
🙏 SPONSORS
Massive thank to our sponsors
Ultimate whippy, The Swan at Flitwick
R J Mechanics Premiere garage equipment. Press fab engineering
ℹ️ Book your vehicle in today
Txt/whatsapp name and Registration number
07368117032 or email flitwickcarshow@hotmail.com
Featured event
🪓 NEW! Bermuda Blades Axe Throwing - Henlow (💥Use Code WUB15 for 15% off)
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 09:00 - 21:15
🪓 Bermuda Blades is an outdoor, covered axe throwing venue based at Perfect Aquatics in Henlow, Bedfordshire, one of the most unique and exhilarating activities you can do within easy reach of Hitchin, Stevenage, Bedford, Biggleswade, and Letchworth.
ℹ️ ABOUT
ℹ️ ABOUT
Axe throwing is exactly what it sounds like: you stand at a throwing line, take aim at a wooden target, and send a real axe spinning through the air until it sticks. Our fully trained instructors guide every session from start to finish, no experience needed, no upper body strength required, just a willingness to try something genuinely different.
🤑 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+
🤑 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+
30 Minute Sessions - Private Lane
(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
(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
🚂 Day Out With Thomas 2026 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🚂 Thomas & Friends™ are back at The Buckingshire Railway Centre this 2026 with the Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour! All Aboard for a Rockin’ Good Time!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 3 April
▪️Saturday 4 April
▪️Sunday 24 May
▪️Monday 25 May
▪️Saturday 15 August
▪️Sunday 16 August
▪️Saturday 17 October
▪️Sunday 18 October
🕥 TIMES:
We are open from 10.30am until 5pm and Thomas runs short train rides all day long, approx. every 20 minutes from 11am-4.30pm (with a break for lunch).
🚂💨 EVENT DETAILS
Hop onboard a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, also ride with either Percy or Mavis and say hi to Trevor the Traction Engine! Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytime and singalongs with him and Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty that’ll have the whole family dancing.
Enjoy a traction engine trailer ride, watch the exciting live shows, join in the Thomas & Friends character hunt, have fun with the garden games and keep the beat going in the Music Corner packed with music-inspired fun, plus so much more!
You can also ride our miniature railway, watch the model trains, wander the site and enjoy the tea cup rides – there so much to see and do ALL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFORMATION:
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Family of 3 (1 adult & 2 children): £43.20
▪️Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children: £63.72.l
▪️Adult: £20.90
▪️Child 2-17: £16.50
▪️Child Under 2: £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 3 April
▪️Saturday 4 April
▪️Sunday 24 May
▪️Monday 25 May
▪️Saturday 15 August
▪️Sunday 16 August
▪️Saturday 17 October
▪️Sunday 18 October
🕥 TIMES:
We are open from 10.30am until 5pm and Thomas runs short train rides all day long, approx. every 20 minutes from 11am-4.30pm (with a break for lunch).
🚂💨 EVENT DETAILS
Hop onboard a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, also ride with either Percy or Mavis and say hi to Trevor the Traction Engine! Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytime and singalongs with him and Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty that’ll have the whole family dancing.
Enjoy a traction engine trailer ride, watch the exciting live shows, join in the Thomas & Friends character hunt, have fun with the garden games and keep the beat going in the Music Corner packed with music-inspired fun, plus so much more!
You can also ride our miniature railway, watch the model trains, wander the site and enjoy the tea cup rides – there so much to see and do ALL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFORMATION:
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Family of 3 (1 adult & 2 children): £43.20
▪️Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children: £63.72.l
▪️Adult: £20.90
▪️Child 2-17: £16.50
▪️Child Under 2: £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
⚙️ Stotfold Watermill Opening Day 2026 - Free Entry
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 12:30 - 17:00
⚙️ Free entry into Stotfold Mill. The Mill, Shop and Tea Room are open to the public only on the following dates. Flour and oats are milled on open days, water levels permitting.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 9th-10th May and 10th-11th October 2026.
📖 HISTORY
Nobody is certain of the exact date, but it is likely that a watermill has stood on the site of the current Stotfold Mill beside the River Ivel for over a thousand years and it is certainly one of the oldest recorded buildings in the town. The first written evidence is the mention of four mills in Stotfold in the Domesday book of 1086. One of those four was the currently-named Stotfold Mill.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 9th-10th May and 10th-11th October 2026.
📖 HISTORY
Nobody is certain of the exact date, but it is likely that a watermill has stood on the site of the current Stotfold Mill beside the River Ivel for over a thousand years and it is certainly one of the oldest recorded buildings in the town. The first written evidence is the mention of four mills in Stotfold in the Domesday book of 1086. One of those four was the currently-named Stotfold Mill.
ℹ️ FAQ'S: Click here
🕛 TIMES:
▪️Shop and Tea Room: 12:30 - 5:00pm
▪️Last orders for the Tea Room: 4.00pm
▪️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
▪️Car Park: from 10.00am to 7.00pm (or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
🗓 2026 FREE OPENING DAYS:
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 26th April
▪️Sunday 17th May
▪️Sunday 31st May
▪️Sunday 14th June
▪️Sunday 28th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Sunday 26th July
▪️Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd August
▪️Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th September
▪️Sunday 25th October
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
🕛 TIMES:
▪️Shop and Tea Room: 12:30 - 5:00pm
▪️Last orders for the Tea Room: 4.00pm
▪️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
▪️Car Park: from 10.00am to 7.00pm (or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
🗓 2026 FREE OPENING DAYS:
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 26th April
▪️Sunday 17th May
▪️Sunday 31st May
▪️Sunday 14th June
▪️Sunday 28th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Sunday 26th July
▪️Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd August
▪️Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th September
▪️Sunday 25th October
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
☎️ Phone: 01462 734541
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
⛱️ Our ever popular beach will be back on the Market Place, Hitchin for 6 weeks during the summer holidays! Running from 20th July until 31st August 2026, 10am until 4pm!
🤩 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.
🤩 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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🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🌸 An affordable zoo at Johnsons of Old Hurst in Huntingdon.
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
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⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🌞 Ready for a summer adventure?
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.
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.
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🌸 Join us on THE LAWN at Waresley Park Garden Centre this August 2026 for a delightful summer escape!
🗓 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
🗓 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
🐶 DOG INFORMATION
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
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
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
💦 Have splash-tastic fun exploring our 2 giant inflatable Aqua Park courses on the lake. Buoyancy aid, safety briefing & free car parking included! Click Here To Find Out More!
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Sunday 16 August 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.
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.
🪓 NEW! Bermuda Blades Axe Throwing - Henlow (💥Use Code WUB15 for 15% off)
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 09:00 - 21:15
🪓 Bermuda Blades is an outdoor, covered axe throwing venue based at Perfect Aquatics in Henlow, Bedfordshire, one of the most unique and exhilarating activities you can do within easy reach of Hitchin, Stevenage, Bedford, Biggleswade, and Letchworth.
ℹ️ ABOUT
ℹ️ ABOUT
Axe throwing is exactly what it sounds like: you stand at a throwing line, take aim at a wooden target, and send a real axe spinning through the air until it sticks. Our fully trained instructors guide every session from start to finish, no experience needed, no upper body strength required, just a willingness to try something genuinely different.
🤑 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+
🤑 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+
30 Minute Sessions - Private Lane
(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
(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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Hot
🚗 Flitwick Car Show 2026
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🚗 Flitwick Car and Bike Show is on Sunday 16th August 2026, 10 am till 3 pm at Flitwick Millennium park.
EVENT DETAILS
🚗 Cars of all ages
🏍️ Bike and Trikes
🚚 Trucks and buses
🏁 F1 simulator will be at this years show.
🎵 Live music
✨️ Legends of Swing
✨️ Mel and a mic
✨️ Dirty Lotus
🎡 Kids entertainment
🛍️ Stalls and crafts
🍻 Hawkstone on tap
💃 Hemlock Morris dancing
FOOD & DRINK
🍻 Dirty Duck biker bar
🍔 Chubby's
🍕 Dough with the flow
🌮 mama mexican
🍗 Papa Ji
🥘 Chai Stall
🍦 Ice Cream
🐔 Chicken George Jnr
🍔 Sizzler.....And more
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Free visitor parking at Rufus centre and Flitwick leisure centre.
🚌 Free park and ride to show site
🙏 SPONSORS
Massive thank to our sponsors
Ultimate whippy, The Swan at Flitwick
R J Mechanics Premiere garage equipment. Press fab engineering
ℹ️ Book your vehicle in today
Txt/whatsapp name and Registration number
07368117032 or email flitwickcarshow@hotmail.com
EVENT DETAILS
🚗 Cars of all ages
🏍️ Bike and Trikes
🚚 Trucks and buses
🏁 F1 simulator will be at this years show.
🎵 Live music
✨️ Legends of Swing
✨️ Mel and a mic
✨️ Dirty Lotus
🎡 Kids entertainment
🛍️ Stalls and crafts
🍻 Hawkstone on tap
💃 Hemlock Morris dancing
FOOD & DRINK
🍻 Dirty Duck biker bar
🍔 Chubby's
🍕 Dough with the flow
🌮 mama mexican
🍗 Papa Ji
🥘 Chai Stall
🍦 Ice Cream
🐔 Chicken George Jnr
🍔 Sizzler.....And more
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Free visitor parking at Rufus centre and Flitwick leisure centre.
🚌 Free park and ride to show site
🙏 SPONSORS
Massive thank to our sponsors
Ultimate whippy, The Swan at Flitwick
R J Mechanics Premiere garage equipment. Press fab engineering
ℹ️ Book your vehicle in today
Txt/whatsapp name and Registration number
07368117032 or email flitwickcarshow@hotmail.com
🎡 Willen Lake Fun Fair 2026 - Milton Keynes
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 12:00 - 22:00
🎡 Willen lake, Milton Keynes fun fair is back for summer of 2026.
🗓 OPENING DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July everyday until Sunday 16th August 2026.
🕐 1pm - 9pm: Weekdays
🕛 12pm -10pm: Saturdays and Sundays
💷 FREE ENTRY
Pay as you go. Rides costs between £2.50 - £5.00.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Adult rides - kids rides - stalls with prizes and so much more…..
🗓 OPENING DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July everyday until Sunday 16th August 2026.
🕐 1pm - 9pm: Weekdays
🕛 12pm -10pm: Saturdays and Sundays
💷 FREE ENTRY
Pay as you go. Rides costs between £2.50 - £5.00.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Adult rides - kids rides - stalls with prizes and so much more…..
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⛱️ Rushden Lakes Beach 2026
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 19:00
⛱️ We've brought your seaside holiday to Rushden Lakes this summer 2026, and we want you to come and have fun open untill Monday 31st August 2026.
🗓 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.
🗓 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
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
⛱️ The Beach at Woburn Sands at Frost Garden Centre is back by popular demand for 2026! Open untill 31st August 2026.
🕤 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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⛳️ 🍳 Breakfast and Adventure Golf - Bermuda Falls, Henlow (use discount code WUB10)
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 09:00 - 12:00
⛳️ Love breakfast and adventure golf? Well, you’re in the right place at Bermuda Falls in Henlow, Bedfordshire.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for our fantastic Breakfast & Golf Offer and enjoy the perfect start to your day a fun round of adventure golf followed by a delicious breakfast, all for a reduced price.
🍳 WHAT FOOD IS INCLUDED?
Each ticket includes one breakfast per
person at no extra charge, with a choice of:
▪️Mini Breakfast
▪️Breakfast Wrap
▪️Vegetarian Breakfast Wrap
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for our fantastic Breakfast & Golf Offer and enjoy the perfect start to your day a fun round of adventure golf followed by a delicious breakfast, all for a reduced price.
🍳 WHAT FOOD IS INCLUDED?
Each ticket includes one breakfast per
person at no extra charge, with a choice of:
▪️Mini Breakfast
▪️Breakfast Wrap
▪️Vegetarian Breakfast Wrap
If those options aren’t quite to your taste, don’t worry we offer a range of alternative breakfasts that you can upgrade to for a small additional (reduced) cost.
💥EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODE: WUB10
Save 10% on your booking with an exclusive code through WhatsUp Bedfordshire when you checkout. WUB10
ℹ️ BOOKING INFORMATION
Please note: This offer is available for online bookings only. Simply book online, arrive ready to play, and we’ll take care of the rest.
🎟 TICKET COST WITHOUT THE DISCOUNT CODE APPLIED:
▪️Adult 16+: £17.84
▪️Child 3-15: £15.04
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: jordan@bermudafallsgolf.co.uk
📍LOCATION
Bermuda Falls is situated within the same grounds as Perfect Aquatics LTD, Hitchin Rd, Henlow SG16 6BB
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook post for photos and a review.
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🐰 Free Pet Pals Workshop - Pets at Home (All Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire locations)
Time: 14:00 - 14:45
🐰 School’s out – it’s time to play! Join the Pet Pals in-store this summer 2026 for our free workshops at Pet at Home stores from 2pm - 2.45pm. Book your free place today!
🗓 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
🗓 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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🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🚣♂️ Row a dragon boat at Longholme Lake in Bedford this Summer half term 2026.
🗓 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.
🗓 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
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
💦 Get ready for a full hour of fast, splash-filled fun on our Giant Slip & Slide at Graveley Fruit Farm. Hertfordshire - NEW for 2026!
🗓 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
🗓 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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🌸 Shefford Maze 2026
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🌸 Shefford Maze itself measures 30 metres square, and 2 metres high, with a 6 metre square centre. It was designed and planted in the summer of 1983 by the owner, John Brindle. Check before you leave on the Facebook page incase of any last minute closures.
🗓 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
🗓 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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⛱️ Bedford Beach - August 2026
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
⛱️ Need something fun, free, and fabulous to do with your kids in Bedford?
⛱️ BEDFORD BEACH 2026
Bedford Beach is back on Silver Square, Silver Street from:
▪️Tuesday 11 - Sunday 16 August 2026
▪️10am–4pm.
Imagine your little ones building castles in the sand, laughing with new friends, and letting their imaginations run wild - we’re providing some buckets and spades but please do bring your own too. Grown-ups, sip your coffee from one of the amazing cafés on the square, and soak up those beach vibes - without the traffic jams to the coast!
🖍 VISITOR INFOMATION CENTRE
Pop by the What’s on - Visitor Information Centre and your kids can colour in a beach-themed masterpiece! Plus, get the inside scoop on what’s happening across Bedford Borough for families this summer.
⛱️ BEDFORD BEACH 2026
Bedford Beach is back on Silver Square, Silver Street from:
▪️Tuesday 11 - Sunday 16 August 2026
▪️10am–4pm.
Imagine your little ones building castles in the sand, laughing with new friends, and letting their imaginations run wild - we’re providing some buckets and spades but please do bring your own too. Grown-ups, sip your coffee from one of the amazing cafés on the square, and soak up those beach vibes - without the traffic jams to the coast!
🖍 VISITOR INFOMATION CENTRE
Pop by the What’s on - Visitor Information Centre and your kids can colour in a beach-themed masterpiece! Plus, get the inside scoop on what’s happening across Bedford Borough for families this summer.
✈️ Twinwood Aviation Museum 2026 - Clapham
Sunday 16 August 2026
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
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
🇺🇲 🇬🇧 306th Bombardment Group Museum - Thurleigh, Bedfordshire
Sunday 16 August 2026
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
🎶 👨👩👧👦 MK Weekender Raver Tots 2026 - Campbell Park
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 13:00 - 17:00
🎶 Experience one of the biggest music festivals in Milton Keynes as MK Weekender at Campbell Park brings together dance music, live acts and family energy across one unforgettable weekend.
▪️AGE: 14+ only. 14s to 17s must be accompanied by an adult on Friday & Saturday.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday 14th August: 5pm - 11pm
▪️Saturday 15th August: 2pm - 11pm
▪️Sunday August: 1pm- 5pm (all ages)
🗓 What to expect Friday:
House music, Ibiza energy and Ultravegas heritage
🎟 Friday Tickets Book Here
🎟 Friday Wowcher deal: £10
🗓 What to expect Saturday:
Big anthems, live acts and singalong moments.
🎟 Saturday Tickets Book here
👨👩👧👦 What to expect Sunday (all ages)
Raver Tots
🎧 World-class DJs bringing the best in House, Garage, Drum & Bass, and Old Skool Club Classics
💥 A spectacular special effects show with state-of-the-art Raver Tots production
🎪 Funfair and kids’ rides, plus giant inflatables
🎨 Arts and crafts sessions with Scola & Lyra
🌟 Facepainting & glitter art
🍔 A huge street-food selection and a fully licensed bar
🎟 Sunday Tickets Book Here
▪️AGE: 14+ only. 14s to 17s must be accompanied by an adult on Friday & Saturday.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday 14th August: 5pm - 11pm
▪️Saturday 15th August: 2pm - 11pm
▪️Sunday August: 1pm- 5pm (all ages)
🗓 What to expect Friday:
House music, Ibiza energy and Ultravegas heritage
🎟 Friday Tickets Book Here
🎟 Friday Wowcher deal: £10
🗓 What to expect Saturday:
Big anthems, live acts and singalong moments.
🎟 Saturday Tickets Book here
👨👩👧👦 What to expect Sunday (all ages)
Raver Tots
🎧 World-class DJs bringing the best in House, Garage, Drum & Bass, and Old Skool Club Classics
💥 A spectacular special effects show with state-of-the-art Raver Tots production
🎪 Funfair and kids’ rides, plus giant inflatables
🎨 Arts and crafts sessions with Scola & Lyra
🌟 Facepainting & glitter art
🍔 A huge street-food selection and a fully licensed bar
🎟 Sunday Tickets Book Here
It’s dance music. It’s live acts. It’s that feeling you only get when everyone’s on the same wavelength. Whether you grew up on house music or just want a proper day out with your mates (or your family on Sunday), this is your weekend. FAQ's
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@mkweekender.com
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@mkweekender.com
🚂 Caldecotte Miniature Railway 2026 - Only £1pp!
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 13:00 - 17:00 Price: £1.00
🚂 Caldecotte Miniature Railway will be running this winter 2026 every Sunday (Subject to weather and volunteers available).
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED
There is no need go book, just arrive and buy your ticket from the ticket office.
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED
There is no need go book, just arrive and buy your ticket from the ticket office.
🕛 TIME: 1pm - 5pm
🎫 COST - PAY ON ENTRY:
▪️Entry - £1.00
▪️Under 2 - Free
We charge £1 a ride, which is twice round the track, children under two ride for free!
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY - Click here
✅️ KEEP UDATED...
Incase of any cancellations or changes, you can keep updated on the Facebook page.
💡AN IDEA FOR THE REST OF THE DAY
Opposite the Miniature Railway there is a play area and a lake to walk around. A great fun cheap day out for all the family!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07564 208003
🎠 Letchworth Funfair - August 2026
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 13:00 - 18:00
🎠 Letchworth SUMMER Fun Fair is back this August 2026 at Broadway Gardens, Letchworth. Rides & Attractions suitable for all ages!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 7th August - Sunday 9th August
▪️Friday 14th August - Sunday 16th August
✅ Friday 7th Aug: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Saturday 8th Aug: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 9th Aug: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Friday 14th Aug: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Saturday 15th Aug: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 16th Aug: 1:00pm - 6:00pm
💰DISCOUNT DAYS!
▪️Friday 7th & Friday 14th August!
▪️Unlimited pases are £15
▪️Or all Rides are 2 Tokens!
🎟️ UNLIMTED RIDE PASSES
Unlimited Ride Passes are available to purchase on your arrival:
▪️£15 on Discount Days
▪️£20 on Non Discount Days.
🎟️ PAY AS YOU GO
Or Pay Per Ride with our Token System - Tokens can be purchased onsite - Cash & Card Accepted.
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!
🪙 ENTRY COST
Free entry when purchasing an Ulimited Ride Pass or a small entry fee applies for general entry.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 7th August - Sunday 9th August
▪️Friday 14th August - Sunday 16th August
✅ Friday 7th Aug: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Saturday 8th Aug: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 9th Aug: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Friday 14th Aug: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Saturday 15th Aug: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 16th Aug: 1:00pm - 6:00pm
💰DISCOUNT DAYS!
▪️Friday 7th & Friday 14th August!
▪️Unlimited pases are £15
▪️Or all Rides are 2 Tokens!
🎟️ UNLIMTED RIDE PASSES
Unlimited Ride Passes are available to purchase on your arrival:
▪️£15 on Discount Days
▪️£20 on Non Discount Days.
🎟️ PAY AS YOU GO
Or Pay Per Ride with our Token System - Tokens can be purchased onsite - Cash & Card Accepted.
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!
🪙 ENTRY COST
Free entry when purchasing an Ulimited Ride Pass or a small entry fee applies for general entry.
🛶 Berkhamsted Floating Market - August 2026
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🛶 Get ready! The RCTA Floating Market is dropping anchor in the heart of Berkhamsted. For one weekend only, the Grand Union Canal will be transformed into a floating high street filled with colour, creativity, and charm.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 15th August: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 16th August: 10am - 5pm
📍 WHERE?
Grand Union Canal Tow Path
Between Bridge 141 (Crystal Palace) & Lock 54 (the Boat Inn) Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
▪️Postcode: HP4 2EZ
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✨ WHAT TO EXPECT
Whether you’re a history buff, a shopping lover, or looking for a fun family stroll, this is the place to be!
Discover something special, our unique Narrowboats and Widebeams will be laden with hand-crafted treasures you won't find anywhere else:
💎 Mystic & Magic: Sparkling crystals and spiritual finds.
🎨 Artisan Goods: Quirky artwork and fabulous handmade work.
🎁 Unique Gifts: One-of-a-kind treasures and canal-side crafts.
😋 Culinary Delights: Tasty treats to enjoy as you explore the water’s edge.
🌿 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
A Perfect Family Day Out
Make the most of your visit to historic Berkhamsted! After browsing the boats, why not:
Explore the Castle: Visit Berkhamsted Castle, one of England’s oldest motte-and-bailey castles, just a short walk away.
Enjoy the Town: Wander through the town's independent shops, cosy cafes, and family-friendly pubs.
Scenic Strolls: Take a leisurely walk along the beautiful historic towpaths that once linked the town’s trade directly to London.
Local Tip: The market is conveniently located right near Waitrose, making it easy to park and access the towpath for a wonderful afternoon by the water.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 15th August: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 16th August: 10am - 5pm
📍 WHERE?
Grand Union Canal Tow Path
Between Bridge 141 (Crystal Palace) & Lock 54 (the Boat Inn) Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
▪️Postcode: HP4 2EZ
▪️W3W ///stilted.lost.outbid
✨ WHAT TO EXPECT
Whether you’re a history buff, a shopping lover, or looking for a fun family stroll, this is the place to be!
Discover something special, our unique Narrowboats and Widebeams will be laden with hand-crafted treasures you won't find anywhere else:
💎 Mystic & Magic: Sparkling crystals and spiritual finds.
🎨 Artisan Goods: Quirky artwork and fabulous handmade work.
🎁 Unique Gifts: One-of-a-kind treasures and canal-side crafts.
😋 Culinary Delights: Tasty treats to enjoy as you explore the water’s edge.
🌿 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
A Perfect Family Day Out
Make the most of your visit to historic Berkhamsted! After browsing the boats, why not:
Explore the Castle: Visit Berkhamsted Castle, one of England’s oldest motte-and-bailey castles, just a short walk away.
Enjoy the Town: Wander through the town's independent shops, cosy cafes, and family-friendly pubs.
Scenic Strolls: Take a leisurely walk along the beautiful historic towpaths that once linked the town’s trade directly to London.
Local Tip: The market is conveniently located right near Waitrose, making it easy to park and access the towpath for a wonderful afternoon by the water.
🚘 Pulloxhill Car Boot Sale 2025
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 09:00 - 13:00
🚘 Pulloxhill Car Boot Sale is held on two 8 acre fields - one for parking and the other for sellers. Our fields are flat and well maintained, so they are very disabled-friendly for parking and amenities such as portable toilets.
We also have attractions and food stalls - so you can make a real day out of it without the kids getting bored!
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Gates open: 09:00
▪️Entry: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS
▪️All Cars, Suv's & Small Vans: £10.00.
▪️All Large Vans: £15.00
▪️All trailers £5 extra
Please bring correct change as change
will NOT be given!
ℹ️ WHAT TO KNOW FOR SELLERS
Any Additional Helpers for sellers must be in the same vehicle for entry
Important Note: NO trading/selling to buyers before 9:00am. Those found doing so will be asked to leave the site.
🌧 WEATHER PERMITTING
Please keep an eye out for any updates on the Facebook page.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07944 431757
(recorded message service)
📧 Email: info@pulloxhillcarboot.com
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Gates open: 09:00
▪️Entry: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS
▪️All Cars, Suv's & Small Vans: £10.00.
▪️All Large Vans: £15.00
▪️All trailers £5 extra
Please bring correct change as change
will NOT be given!
ℹ️ WHAT TO KNOW FOR SELLERS
Any Additional Helpers for sellers must be in the same vehicle for entry
Important Note: NO trading/selling to buyers before 9:00am. Those found doing so will be asked to leave the site.
🌧 WEATHER PERMITTING
Please keep an eye out for any updates on the Facebook page.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07944 431757
(recorded message service)
📧 Email: info@pulloxhillcarboot.com