🎄 Hemel Hempstead Christmas Light Switch-On 2026
Time: 13:00 - 18:00
✨️ EVENT DETAILS
Join us from 1pm to 6pm for an afternoon of live performances, family activities and festive entertainment, culminating in the moment the town lights up for Christmas. Entry is free!
Enjoy our popular fire show and fireworks alongside walkabout acts. Keep an eye out for the naughty elves!
Keep the little ones entertained with face painting, balloon modelling and children’s rides.
Head to the Rainbow Stage for live entertainment throughout the afternoon, starting with a children’s show and followed by performances from local singing and dance groups.
Take a break and enjoy a bite to eat from a selection of food stalls showcasing local traders and businesses.
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🎁 Flitwick Church Christmas Craft Fair 2026
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
A Christmas Craft fair full of wonderful Craft Stalls, tombolas, food, drink and lots of cake! A free children's craft table to occupy the younger ones.
✅️ FREE ENTRY
Free entry and . All proceeds go to St Peter and St Paul's Church, Flitwick.
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🎭 Matilda The Musical Live - Milton Keynes Theatre
Time: 14:30 - 22:00
▪️AGE GUIDANCE: 6+
Please note: Children under 4 years (including babes in arms) will not be admitted. All children must have their own seat.
🗓 PERFORMANCE TIMES
Wed 28 Oct - Sat 14 Nov 2026
▪️Tue - Sat at: 19:30
▪️Wed, Sat and Sun at: 14:30
▪️Thu 29 Oct at: 14:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️28 October - 1 November
▪️3 November - 8 November
▪️10 November - 14 November
✨ ABOUT
Inspired by Roald Dahl’s much-loved book, Matilda The Musical tells the story of an extraordinary little girl with a brilliant mind, a vivid imagination and the courage to change her own destiny.
With a book by Dennis Kelly, music and lyrics by Tim Minchin, and direction by Matthew Warchus, this global phenomenon has won more than 100 international awards, including 24 for Best Musical, and has delighted over 12 million people worldwide.
Now celebrating 15 years on stage, this unforgettable production heads back out on tour — bringing its humour, heart and rebellious spirit to Milton Keynes Theatre.
⭐ WHY GO AND SEE IT?
Expect clever storytelling, standout songs, big laughs and plenty of theatrical magic. It’s a brilliant choice for a family theatre trip, a half term treat or a memorable night out.
📝 GOOD TO KNOW
▪️Running time: 2 hours 35 minutes including interval
▪️Captioned performance: Friday 13th November 2026 at 7.30pm
▪️This production includes flashing lights, lasers, loud sound effects, popped latex balloons, stage haze and strobe effects
▪️Actors also interact in audience spaces during the show
🎟 TICKETS FROM: £30.00
Please note: A booking fee of £3.95 is applied to each order.
🔥 OFFER
Plus, there’s a buy one and get one under 16s half price offer on selected seats for Tue–Thu performances.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT & BOOKING
☎️ Phone: 03330 095 399
Please note you will need to register for the Access Membership Scheme to book tickets.
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🎄St Ives Christmas Lights 2026
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
🌟 WHAT TO EXPECT
With a full day of family-friendly fun, festive shopping and the magical big switch on! If you love Christmas markets, live entertainment and that first real feeling of the season, this much-loved annual event is well worth the trip.
✨️ Live entertainment from 11am
✨️ Bridge Street Christmas Market
✨️ Funfair
✨️ Father Christmas
✨️ The Big Switch On at 5pm
Christmas officially begins in St Ives — and everyone’s invited to be part of the celebration. Expect bustling streets, festive cheer and plenty to enjoy throughout the day as crowds gather for one of the town’s biggest seasonal events.
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
Don’t miss your chance to be part of St Ives’ biggest festive celebration – get involved today!
🎁 All Saints Church Christmas Fayre 2026 - Milton Keynes Village Hall
Time: 10:30 - 13:30
🎄 What's on?
💚 FREE ENTRY!
🌟 Hitchin Christmas Light Switch On 2026
Time: 11:30 - 20:00
🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
With live performances starting at 11.30am, food and drink stalls, Santa’s Parade at 5:30pm and Hitchin’s favourite band, The New Town Centres!
🎄 LIGHT SWITCH ON: 6PM
🎶 ENTERTAINMENT
11:30 – The Doorstep Elves
🎄 A Victorian Christmas at The Old Dairy Farm 2026 - Northamptonshire
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️Friday 13 – Sunday 15 November ▪️11am–4pm daily
Join us for a magical festive weekend celebrating 40 years!
🎅 Father Christmas
(Sunday, 12–2pm)
🎶 The Rock Choir
(Sunday, 12–2pm)
🎨 Bauble-making workshops with Magnolia Barn
(Friday & Saturday - booking essential)
🎨 Crafts with Make, Create and Capture Studio
(Sunday AM)
🧶 Spin Oak Crafts
🍎 Fresh apple juice tastings with Heyford Hills Farm
🍷 Mulled wine & homemade mincemeat Bakewell tarts in the Barn Restaurant
✅️ Free admission
✅️ Free parking
ℹ️ CONTACT & VENUE INFORMATION
The Old Dairy Farm Website
☎️ Phone: 01327 340525
📧 Email: olddairyfarmcrafts@gmail.com
🛎 Hotel Deal: Northamptonshire Stay at Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club with Dinner, Early & Late Check & Full Leisure Access For 2 People
Time: 14:00 - 11:00
🗓 2026/2027 DATES
Available for stays until 31 st March 2027
👀 Your deal includes
🐶 Can I bring my pet?
Yes, pet-friendly rooms are available upon an additional charge of £30 per room per night in an appropriate Dog Friendly room. Please note a maximum of 2 small dogs are allowed in 1 room and they have the right to refuse access should the dogs not fit this criteria upon check-in.
♿️ Do they have accessible rooms at Staverton Park Hotel & Golf Club?
They have 10 accessible rooms of which 7 are for single occupancy, and 3 are twins/doubles. Each room does differ in its offering and you will have to advise the hotel of your requirements upon enquiry before booking through Wowcher.
💳 DEAL COST (SAVE UP TO 62%)
From £99 - £109 per night for 2 people sharing.
👀 GET THIS DEAL
ℹ️ HOTEL CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01327 220676
😌 Hotel Deal - Crowne Plaza Marlow, B&B, Spa Access - Buckinghamshire
Time: 15:00 - 11:00
🗓 2026/2027 DATES
Valid for stays on selected dates until 31 st May 2027
🌳 ABOUT
Set beside the lake in Buckinghamshire countryside, Crowne Plaza Marlow is a contemporary four-star retreat with a relaxed, modern feel. It combines spa facilities, peaceful views and an award-winning restaurant with spacious rooms and five acres of landscaped grounds.
🛌 ROOM OPTIONS
▪️Double Room: 2 People - Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
Your deal includes
✨️ Optional dinner
🏊♀️ Spa access is included; treatments can be booked separately at an additional cost.
👀 WOWCHER DEAL (Save up to £48%)
💳 PACKAGE COST: From £119
ℹ️ HOTEL CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01628 496800
🏊♂️ Eversholt Cold Water Swim (Over 18's)
Time: 07:00 - 16:45 Price: £7.00
▪️AGES: 18+
🌡Pool temp: 12-15℃
🏊♂️ ABOUT
We have a lovely warm dome for sitting afterwards, and some beautiful lighting for dark mornings and evenings! Cold swimming has many benefits for mind and body. We run introduction sessions if you’ve never done it before. Click the event link for more info about cold swimming sessions and to book. Sessions last 45 minutes.
🗓 OPENING TIMES (TICKETS MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE)
▪️Monday: 7am - 11:45am
▪️Tuesday: 7am - 7:45pm
▪️Wednesday: 7am - 7:45pm
▪️Thursday: 7am - 7:45pm
▪️Friday: 7am - 11:45pm
▪️Saturday: 7am - 4:45pm
▪️Sunday: 11am - 3:45pm
