⛸️ From 18th November 2024 - 2nd January 2025, Woburn Sands Emporium has a real ice rink available for you and your family to enjoy. Ice skating sessions are available during the day, with extra evening sessions on certain days.
WHAT DOES YOUR TICKET INCLUDE?
Tickets include skate hire and 45 minutes on the ice, everything you need for a fun ice skating experience!

New for 2024: Discounted Family tickets!
Whether you’re an experienced ice skater or it’s your first time on the ice, everyone is welcome! Why not book a session today?

DIFFERENT SESSIONS AVAILABLE

🧒Toddler sessions
Under 4s go free. Additional adult/child as per off peak/peak prices. Free skating aid subject to availability.

♿️ SEN sessions
Wheelchairs will be allowed on the ice for our SEN sessions.
The music and lights are switched off for these sessions and the capacity is limited.
Off-peak:
SEN Child (under 15): £5.50
SEN Teen/Adult (15+): £8
Carer / Additional Teen/Adult (15+): £8
Peak:
SEN Child (under 15): £11
SEN Teen/Adult (15+): £16
Carer / Additional Teen/Adult (15+): £16

🎟 TICKET PRICES

⭐️OFF-PEAK:
Off-Peak Days: 18th Nov - 12th Dec excluding Sat 7th & Sun 8th Dec.

Child (under 15): £5.50
Teen/Adult (15+): £8
1 Adult & 2 children: £18
2 Adults & 1 Child: £20
2 Adults & 2 children: £25

⭐️PEAK:
Peak Days:
Sat 7th, Dec, Sun 8th Dec, Fri 13th Dec - 2nd Jan.

Child (under 15): £11
Teen/Adult (15+): £16
1 Adult & 2 Children: £36
2 Adults & 1 Child: £40
Family 2 Adults & 2 children: £50

🎊Exclusive Hire
Exclusive session hire of the rink for up to 70 people: £600

CONTACT DETAILS:
☎️ 01908 881061
📧 hello@wsemporium.co.

Other events on this day


Time: 19:30

🎭 In the late nineteenth century, a young governess for two orphaned youngsters becomes convinced that their lonely manor house is haunted and that the children are possessed by the spirits of a former caretaker and governess. Along with the housekeeper, she works to discover the truth behind her fears.

DATES & TIMES FOR 2024
▪️Tuesday 19 Nov - 19:30
▪️Wednesday 20 Nov - 19:30
▪️Thursday 21 Nov - 19:30
▪️Friday 22 Nov - 19:30
▪️Saturday 23 Nov - 19:30

📖 ABOUT
A powerful play in the gothic tradition, The Innocents is an adaptation of the novella, The Turn of the Screw, by Henry James.

🎟 COST
 (Tickets can be booked via the event link)


🔸️Wheelchair User & Buddy - Adult: £14.00
🔸️Senior/Unemployed: £12.00
🔸️Wheelchair User & Buddy - Senior/Unemployed: £12.00
🔸️Student: £10.00
🔸️Wheelchair User & Buddy - Student: £10.00

❗️BOOKING FEE
A £1.50 booking fee per cart is applied to all bookings made online or by telephone.

♿️ Disabled patrons and group bookings:
Patrons with disabilities, or with additional questions should call:
☎️ 01234 354321 for pricing and to discuss any accessibility requirements before purchasing.

🎅 The Santa Express is heading for the North Pole Station, destination…..Santa’s Grotto and Christmas Wonderland at the Olde Watermill Shopping Village.

Don’t miss out, book your tickets NOW for a fabulous, festive 50 minutes experience including a trip on Santa’s Special Funfair ride for every child.

DATES FOR 2024:

▪️Sat 23rd Nov.       ▪️Fri 13th Dec
▪️Sun 24th Nov.      ▪️Sat 14th Dec
▪️Sat 30th Nov.       ▪️Sun 15th Dec
▪️Sun 1st Dec.        ▪️Mon 16th Dec
▪️Mon 2nd Dec.      ▪️Wed 18th Dec
▪️Thurs 5th Dec.     ▪️Thur 19th Dec
▪️Fri 6th Dec.           ▪️Fri 20th Dec
▪️Sat 7th Dec.          ▪️Sat 21st Dec
▪️Sun 8th Dec.         ▪️Sun 22nd Dec
▪️Mon 9th Dec.        ▪️Mon 23rd Dec
▪️Thurs 12th Dec.   ▪️Tues 24th Dec

EVENT DETAILS

🧝‍♂️FIRST STOP FUN WITH THE ELVES

First stop is a visit to Buffer and Stoker in their Engine Shed. These clever Elves will help you design your own Santa Express decoration to take home with you whilst entertaining you with jokes and fun.

🦌MAGICAL REINDEER FOOD
Full steam ahead to the Junction Shed to meet Mr P the Station Master. He has just received a delivery of Christmassy letters from Rudolph, one for every child, and your magical reindeer food ready for Christmas Eve. Mr P the Station Master will also help you make your own special wish upon a star.

🚂CHRISTMAS RIDE
Conductor, the Elf will then lead the way and give each a child a ticket for Santa’s special Christmas ride.

🎅MEET SANTA
At the end of the Station you will find Santa and Mrs Claus in their cosy sitting room, where Santa will have a story for you and a present for each child, enjoy your own special time with him and there will be the opportunity for you to take that memorable photograph.

☃️FOLLOW THE SNOW TRAIL
Wrap up warm and step outside onto the North Pole Station and climb aboard The Santa Express for more magical photographs. The fun doesn’t stop there, follow the snow trail to find Santa’s special Christmas ride and say “hello” to Chilly Elf and the North Pole Snowman, don’t forget the photo opportunities along the way.

COST
❄️ ADULT:
£5.99
❄️ CHILD : £17.49
❄️ UNDER 1: £7.99

🎟 TO BOOK TICKETS CLICK THE EVENT LINK WHICH WILL TAKE YOU TO THE BOOKING PAGE  TO SELECT AN AVAILABLE DATE AND TIME.


Time: 20:00 - 23:30

🍻 Do you have a work festive party? well Dean is back at Biscot Mill in Luton and hes here to give you the best laugh! Book for your meal now and enjoy dean after in the bar!

😋 YOU CAN GET ANY SUPER SPECIAL FOR £10 ON SATURDAYS
 Our Super Specials are special for a reason, bringing you an extra-epic meal for a seriously wallet-friendly price. And on Saturdays, that value gets even better with our Saturday meal deal– get ANY of our Super Special for just £10 each. Feast your eyes on our NINE must-try dishes, including our NEW arrivals: the Lamb Keema Stack, a tower of poppadoms, chips and lamb keema with yoghurt and mint, and the Lamb Kofta Flatbread, loaded up with feta, onion, tomato and sweet potato fries.

✅️ BOOK A TABLE VIA THE EVENT LINK OR PHONE: 
☎️ 01582 572363

Time: 16:00

🎄 Woburn will welcome Father Christmas and the festive season on Saturday 23rd November, 2024 with our Christmas Tree Festival.

WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us from 4pm to take in our:
🎁 Christmas gift market,
🎵 Complete with live music and carols on the cobbles,
🍷As well as mulled wine and food options.

🎅LIGHT SWITCH ON - 6.30 PM
Father Christmas will be arriving at 6:30pm to turn on the Christmas tree lights. Afterwards, the kids will have a chance to meet him in his grotto for free.

😋 KEEP AN EYE OPEN FOR VENUES OFFERRING THERE FESTIVE MENUS!
Most hospitality venues throughout the village will be celebrating with their festive menu, so it’s the perfect opportunity to have a great evening out in the village for the whole family. 

Time: 20:00

🎤 The Multi-Award-Winning Wrong Jovi are widely considered to be “the best Bon Jovi tribute band in the world!” So much so, that even the former Bon Jovi guitarist, Richie Sambora, has personally thanked the band for their hard work and unforgettable performances.

ℹ️ AGE INFORMATION:
Under 16s to be accompanied by an adult

🎟 TICKETS - Book via the event link
 £15 plus 10% booking fee

🎤 ABOUT WRONG JOVI
In their 9 years of touring, the band have performed across the world and featured on the BBC prime-time TV show, Even Better Than The Real Thing. In 2022 the band were announced as winners of the “Best Tribute Artist” Award at the National Entertainment Awards, having previously won the “Best Tribute Artist Award” at the Northern Entertainment Awards.

Wrong Jovi have sold out shows in music venues and theatres across the UK, whilst also headlining festivals in Malta, Abu Dhabi and Bahrain, as well as back home in the UK - including a headline slot on the Electro Love stage at 2019 and 2022’s prestigious Isle Of Wight Festival. Performing a set of greatest hits, live favourites and rarities, the band ensure that there is something for the casual follower and even the most die hard of Bon Jovi fans.

🤔 WHO'S WHO?
▪️Jon Bon Jovi act - Ally Ward takes on the role of Jon Bon Jovi, baring a striking resemblance to one of rocks most iconic showmen. Not only does he look like Jon, Ally unleashes a vocal so strong that audience members actually believe they are watching Bon Jovi at their very peak - some say he is even better than the real Jon Bon Jovi.

▪️Vocals/guitar- Mark Harding takes on the role of Richie Sambora, reproducing the his fiery licks and riffs as well as Sambora’s smooth vocal lines with flare and precision that is unrivalled - he is also a dead ringer for one of Rock N’ Roll’s most recognisable guitarists.

▪️Keyboard - On keyboards is Jon Paul as David Bryan - one of the UK’s finest musicians, Jon performs the songs with precision like no other and is a key factor in ensuring Wrong Jovi are top of the tribute tree.

▪️Bass line - James Houghton, Wrong Jovi’s Hugh McDonald, has performed with acts such as Phil Collins, Mott The Hoople and Dumpy’s Rusty Nuts, opening for acts such as Guns N’ Roses and Rod Stewart - his bass lines and experience are invaluable to the band.

▪️Drummer - Alex Sturgeon completes the line up as drummer, Tico Torres. Alex is one of the UK’s best young drummers and provides the thunderous drumming that drives the Wrong Jovi show.

🎸 Get your dose of Bad Medicine with Wrong Jovi - “The Best Bon Jovi Tribute Band In The World!”

🕺THIS IS A STANDING GIG
This will be a standing only gig.

♿️ IS THIS VENUE ACCESSIABLE?
The performance space is on the ground floor and is fully accessible to all. Accessible toilets are also located near the space. 
Please contact the venue on 01582 878100 should you have any accessibility needs.


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

⭐️ DATES: 23rd & 24th November

🎄 All things Christmas, with Vintage & Handmade gifts galore ata stunning location -Turvey House

 
☕️ Refreshments available.

 
🎟 ADMISSION: £4

🅿️ FREE ONSITE PARKING

Time: 10:30 - 16:00 Price: £1.00

🛍 The Christmas Gift & Craft Fair will be held at Flitwick Village Hall.

ENTRY:
▪️
Adults - £1
▪️Members of WI - Free

WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️
Homemade Gifts
⭐️ Crafts
⭐️ Locally produced products
⭐️ Cakes
⭐️ Refreshments


Time: 10:00 - 12:00

👗 All Saints Church in Houghton Conquest will be holding there first clothes £1 clothing sale.

WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️
Ladies & Men's Clothes
⭐️ Vintage, preloved & new Clothes
⭐️ Refreshments
⭐️ Homemade cakes

ENTRY: £1

💷 CASH ONLY PLEASE!

Time: 10:00 - 16:00

DATES:
Saturday 23rd November/Sunday 24th November 2024

⛄️EVENT DETAILS
How about a touch of frost to get the festivities started? The Stanwick Lakes celebrations start with our popular Frost Fair .

Shop local this Christmas and support an array of artisan sellers and crafters offering a variety handmade/sourced items, perfect for gifts, stocking fillers… or to keep for yourself.
This event is entirely FREE to attend.

🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply.

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🦆ABOUT STANWICK LAKES
Stanwick Lakes is also a recreational site that offers a whole host of activities to keep families happy for a full day including an adventure playground, assault course, adventure trail, cycle hire, walking routes and cafe.



Time: 10:00 - 16:00

DATES
23 Nov - 22 Dec 2024

DAYS OPEN ONLY ON:
▪️Wednesday
▪️Thursday
▪️Friday
▪️Saturday
▪️Sunday

✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Step through the wardrobe and into the snowy magic of Narnia at Wrest Park this Christmas. Experience the enchantment of C.S. Lewis’ "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" as Wrest Park transforms into a winter wonderland with festive decorations, twinkling lights, and scenes from the beloved story.

❄️ THE WHITE WITCH
Explore the beautifully decorated house, where The White Witch has cast her spell, making it always winter and never Christmas. Journey your way through Narnia, escaping the Witch’s spell and end your adventure in the magical throne room.

👣 GARDEN TRAIL
Outside, continue into the gardens for an enchanting Narnia-themed trail for families to enjoy, included in the ticket price. 

🎠 THE FAIRGROUND IS ONLY OPEN AT WEEKENDS
On weekends, you can also enjoy the festive atmosphere with wintry fairground rides available for £5 for unlimited rides, which you can pay for on site. Don’t miss this magical adventure, perfect for families and fans of Narnia!

🚨UPDATED NOW SOLD OUT!
🎅I’d like to attend Father Christmas at Wrest Park too, is that possible?
Dates: 30 Nov – 22 December
Cost: £9.50

Yes! There’s an extra charge to visit Father Christmas, so you’ll need to add a ticket to see Father Christmas on the ‘enhance your visit’ page while booking.

☕️ AFTERNOON TEAS
Available:
23rd November – 22 December,
Wed-Sundays from 12:00 - 15:20

Come and join us in celebrating Christmas with a delicious Afternoon Tea served in the grand dinning room within the main house, including savoury tarts, pigs in blankets, smoked salmon blinis and a selection of sweet treats. Served with tea or coffee or for that extra special indulgence, why not add Prosecco!

We also have a delicious Christmas Tea for the little ones which includes finger sandwiches, houmous & crudities, pigs in blankets, mini-Christmas doughnut and fresh fruit. Served with either a juice or milkshake or can be upgraded to a luxury hot chocolate.

☕️ AFTERNOON TEAS CAN BE ADDED TO YOUR BOOKING AT CHECKOUT FOR AN EXTRA CHARGE
Afternoon Teas can be added to your ticket at the check out. If booking alongside one of our other festive activities, please give 1 hour before or after your other booking to ensure you have time to fully enjoy all your onsite experiences.

🐶
Are dogs allowed to visit too?
Dogs are welcome into the grounds at Wrest Park, but are not able to enter the house.

♿️ Is the event suitable for those with accessibility needs?
The event takes place inside Wrest Park Mansion House, on the ground floor, and goes into Wrest Park’s grounds.  Some of the route may be on uneven terrain or involve steps, but the majority of the trail will be accessible to wheelchairs. The house is not accessible for mobility scooters or electric wheelchairs. There are a number of wheelchairs and mobility scooters available to hire from our reception on: reception.
📧 wrestpark@english-heritage.org.uk
Accessible toilets and blue badge holder parking is available at Wrest Park.

⭐️
ENGLISH HERITAGE MEMBERS - FREE ENTRY
This event is included in the standard entry price and English Heritage Members and any associated organisations get free entry. There is an additional charge to visit Father Christmas, for the Victorian fairground rides and for the afternoon tea, which Members will need to pay for. Father Christmas and the festive afternoon tea can be booked as an add-on in advance.

🎟 TICKETS WITHOUT DONATION COST:
▪️Adult: £12.70
▪️Concession: £11.30
▪️Child: £7.70
▪️2 adults & upto 3 children: £33.10
▪️1 adult & upto 3 children: £20.40

Time: 13:00 - 18:00

🤵‍♂ Simply Deez Events CIC Presents our 8th annual International Mens Day at The Luton Irish Club.


🎫 TICKETS - FREE
Register on Eventbrite via the event link

TICKETS ARE FREE BUT PLEASE REGISTER AS SPACES ARE LIMITED. 

ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
A full programme of various Speakers, A range of Service Providers, charities, projects and businesses, Raffle. Refreshments available to purchase.

MEN & WOMEN WELCOME
Men and Women of all ages welcome, however please note, some sensitive topics will be discussed with warnings.  Price: FREE but you must register for tickets limited numbers.

🔉DO YOU WANT TO BE A SPEAKER/EXHIBITOR?
To request to be part of speakers or exhibitor email:
📧 simplydeezevents@gmail.com

🅿️ PARKING
Entrance in Car Park, council run PaybyPhone App Location 802302

Time: 14:00 - 15:30

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Come along to a FREE family afternoon at in Marston Moretaine.
(Click on the address for the location above)

EVENT DETAILS:
⭐️ Activities
⭐️ Crafts
⭐️ Food
⭐️ Songs
⭐️ Stories
⭐️ Games

👋 The idea is that you take part in the activities together as a family so that you when you leave you'll have shared experiances. Whether its Mums, Dads, Nans, Grandads, Carers, Aunties or Uncles all families are welcome Its also a place where you could meet new people or come with friends.

ℹ️ For further infomation or queries please contact Sherri at: 
📧 events.valecc@gmail.com

Time: 10:00 - 16:00

💡AN IDEA FOR A DAY OUT WITH THE FAMILY - BARGAINS, GREAT FOOD WHILE SUPPORTING A CHARITY -
A little gem in Bedfordshire!


🎄 Emmaus Christmas shop in Carlton is open and ready for shoppers. You will find the shop located in the chapel.

OPENING TIMES
▪️Wednesday - Sunday
▪️10am - 4pm

🛍WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
With a huge range of preloved and other items such as furniture, homeware, clothes, toys, books and more you can make a morning or afternoon exploring the area. An absolute gem in Bedfordshire!

🥪 THE BISTRO CAFE (Dog friendly)
⭐️Recommended by Whatsup Bedfordshire - We love this place!

Currently offering hot or cold sausage rolls as well as other pastries, filled croissants, filled baguettes, hot soup and roll, plus many delicious cakes, tea & coffee. Catering for gluten free & vegan.

🍳All-day breakfast is available from:
▪️10am – 3pm from Wednesday to Sunday

  • 🥔Jacket Potatoes with a selection of fillings available from:
  •  ▪️12pm – 3pm

  • 🍵Soup of the day, Baps, Baguettes, Sausage rolls and cakes available from:
  • ▪️10am daily

Time: 15:00 - 17:00

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon for all the family at St Andrews Church, Bedford.

⭐️ Creativity,
⭐️ Crafts,
⭐️ Challenges and play,
⭐️ Thoughts and talk, sharing,
⭐️ Song time
⭐️ Shared meal.

COST

Free admission – register on the day
Donations welcome






Time: 10:00 - 13:00

🎄 Come and spread some Christmas Cheer at our Christmas Fete on Saturday 23rd November 2024 at Putteridge Primary School.

EVENT DETAILS
⭐️ There will be a variety of stall holders
⭐️ Activities for all ages
⭐️ Tombola,
⭐️ Raffle
⭐️ Face painting
⭐️ Prizes to be won!

🎅 MEET SANTA!
Before you leave visit Santa and see if you have made the naughty or nice list We look forward to seeing you all! 

Time: 11:00 - 16:00

🎄A Victorian christmas fayre awaits you at the beautiful St Pauls Church in Bedford..

EVENT DETAILS
Inside there will be over 40 stalls selling:
⭐️Handmade gifts 
⭐️Stocking fillers.
⭐️Wax products,
⭐️Jewellery,
⭐️Woodwork,
⭐️Ceramics,
⭐️Crochet,
⭐️Stationery,
⭐️Clothing,
⭐️Sewn items,
⭐️Hair accessories...the list is endless!

🎅 SPECIAL GUEST...
Plus Facepainting and maybe even a visit from Santa

🍰 FOOD & DRINK
Hot & cold drinks and delicious cakes & bakes plus homemade sausage rolls in the pop up cafe.

🥥 GAME STALLS
Coconut shy, facepainting and lucky dip plus more stalls!

🎩 VICTORIAN ATMOSPHERE
We will be dressed in Victorian costumes to add to the lovely atmosphere. Come and support small local businesses and enjoy a wonderful day!

*This event is hosted by Confetti Events.

Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Price: £1.00

🎁 Christmas Craft Festival at Bedford MS Therapy Centre - 2024!

ENTRY - £1pp

DETAILS
🛍 Stalls - Lots of artisans selling unique crafts
🎅 Santa’s Grotto - £5 inc gift and craft activities
🎶 Music - Christmas music provided by Hospital Radio Bedford outside broadcast
🦋 Face painting

FOOD & DRINK
Festive café offering warming mulled beverages & cake

🅿️ FREE PARKING

💖 Proceeds support therapies for people living with MS and Parkinson's.



Time: 19:30 Price: £19.25

Come out from the cold and into the undergrowth...

This winter, singer-songwriter Billy Nomates will be touring a one off show called UNDERGROWTH in intimate venues across the UK! 

This isn't a new album or an old show. It will feature new arrangements, instrumentation, never performed B sides, the unseen, the unheard. 

Alongside special acoustic performances of BNM songs. 
Tor will be joined for the first time by two other musicians on bass and drums 

Something...different Opening the show will be the incredible movement artist Stephanie McMann.


AGES
14+ only. 14s to 15s must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds will be given for incorrectly booked tickets.


🎟 GENERAL ADMISSION : £19.25 (£17.50) 


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🎄Our Christmas Market is back at Barnfield for 2024!

Our Christmas Market will be held at Barnfield College in Luton on 23 and 24 November 2024, 10am – 4pm. Every year we welcome around 1,500 shoppers through the doors.

ℹ️ STALLHOLDERS
Stallholder spaces are now open, so if you missed out last year, or want to return for another year, book your space today.

We’re giving stallholders the option to book a space for just the Saturday or Sunday, or even the entire weekend. If you choose to join us for the entire weekend, you will save up to 10% on the cost.

So, if you’re an avid crafter or run a small business, join us at our annual Christmas Market – you don’t want to miss out!


DATES:
22nd Nov - 31st Dec 2024
(Not open 25th, 26th December 24)

TIMES:

16:00 - 22:30

✨️ EVENT DETAILS
Embark on a glittering adventure with the whole family this winter…  Discover over a mile of magical illuminations, captivating soundscapes and interactive displays, throughout Delapré Abbey’s stunning grounds and woodland!

PLUS
🎿 Apres ski lodge bar & chalets
🌭 Local independent food vendors
🎡 Kids funfair amusements
🔥 Marshmallow toasting

🐶 ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Yes, well behaved dogs are allowed. Please ensure dogs are kept on their lead at all times during your visit.

♿️ IS THE TRAIL ACCESSIABLE?
The Light Trail has been designed to be as accessible as possible, a lot of the route is on hard standing paths and is approximately one mile in length. There is however uneven ground and no hard standing in the woodland areas. If it rains, it may get muddy, and access may be difficult in this area. Four-wheel drive buggies are advisable. If you have access requirements and the day you have purchased for has adverse weather, then please contact us and we will amend your booking for a future date.
The food village will be accessible as well as wheelchair user friendly. Disabled parking is free and toilet facilities are available.

🛴 CAN I BRING A SCOOTER, BICYCLE, KIDDY CART?
Unfortunately not. The trail will be too busy and the paths are not suitable.

🅿️ PARKING
Parking for the light trail is £3, with £1 of this going towards the Delapré Abbey Trust.
♿️ Blue badge holders will receive free car parking, please bring your blue badge with you.
Please note during peak periods, there may be times we divert you to our off-site overflow car parks.

OFF PEAK
▪️Adult: £17.50
▪️Child/Senior: £13
▪️Family: £55

STANDARD
▪️Adult: £20
▪️Child/Senior: £15
▪️Family: £60

PEAK
▪️Adult: £22.50
▪️Child/Senior: £17
▪️Family: £65

🧒 WHAT COUNTS AS A CHILD?
A child is someone aged 3-15, inclusive.
For children aged 2 and under, it is free of charge, however you need to obtain a free infant ticket when purchasing adult tickets.

Time: 19:30 Price: £14.00

🤭 Want a night full of guaranteed laughter? Look no further! Castle Comedy will be bringing all the entertainment with a lineup like no other at Flitwick Rufus Centre!
 
▪️DOORS OPEN: 19:30PM
▪️SHOW STARTS: 20:15PM


👋 Welcoming to the stage:

🤣 MIKE GUNN
- is firmly established as one of the most sought-after and accomplished comedians working on the UK and international circuit. An original talent, distinguished by his trademark laconic and lugubrious dark humour, killer punch lines and masterful delivery. On TV, he’s performed on BBC One’s Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow and The Comedy Store for Comedy Central.

🤣 MARKUS BIRDMAN - From The Palladium to Pakistan, a highly experienced, versatile & award-winning comedian, Markus is one of stand-up’s most well-travelled comedians, much in demand in the UK and all over the world, and one of the very first British Comics to have his own Netflix Special - Live in Amsterdam.

🤣 ANDY STEDMAN - He is one of the fastest-rising musical comedians on the UK circuit! He is a hit at comedy clubs throughout the UK. With a mix of jokes, comedy songs and plenty of audience interaction he creates a real party atmosphere.

🤣 PAUL REVILL - He is an award-winning comedian and one of the most likeable acts on the UK comedy circuit.

🔞 Adults only.
🍺 Licensed bar available.

🎟 TICKETS - £14
Book via the event link.

Shuttleworth in Lights 2024
Fri 15 Nov 2024 - Sun 15 Dec 2024

🌠 Come and explore the world-famous Shuttleworth Collection and Swiss Garden in a way you’ve never seen them before!
Literally shining the light on what makes us unique – our 199 year old Regency style Swiss Garden and our world-famous Shuttleworth Collection full of vintage aircraft and vehicles.


🍷 BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURE:
Grab a cup of hot chocolate or maybe even mulled wine from our coffee pod before purchasing your glow sticks at the box office and making your way through the gates and into the historic Swiss Garden – lit up in spectacular new ways.

🌟 WHAT TO SEE:
Follys, fountains, bridges, vases, trees & shrubs and mini houses – the Swiss Garden was constructed 199 years ago and continues to surprise to this day – whether you’re a first timer or a life-timer there’s sure to be new views to discover and new features to excite as you meander the intimate route through our quaint historic garden.

🏍 THE FINAL PART OF THE ILLUMINATED TRAIL;
The Collection – takes you through the 100+ years of aviation and automotive history packed into our six hangars; from the WW1 aircraft that soared above no-man’s land to those that have starred in Hollywood blockbusters, steam engines, buses, motorbikes and carriages and so much more – there’s something for everyone!

PRICING
🔸️
£12.50: Shuttleworth in Lights 2024 - Early Bird Adult
🔸️£8.00: Shuttleworth in Lights 2024 - Early Bird Child (2 - 16)
🔸️£10.00: Shuttleworth in Lights 2024 - Early Bird Member & Concession
🔸️£1.50: Shuttleworth in Lights 2024 - Glow Stick
🔸️£0.00: Shuttleworth in Lights 2024 - Infant 
(0-2)
🔸️£0.00: Shuttleworth in Lights 2024 - Carer

Time: 11:00 - 16:00

🧑‍🎄 Langford Christmas Craft Fair is free entry and is located at Langford Village Hall!

🎄DETAILS
We hope many of you can come and join us at Langford Village Hall for our last event of the year, we will have a large number of craft stalls with their makes, some especially themed for the festive season and some who are local to Langford.

COMFIRMED STALLS
⭐️ Crystals
⭐️ Wax melts
⭐️ Crotchet items
⭐️ Christmas items
⭐️ Handmade purses
⭐️ 3D printing
⭐️ Art work
⭐️ Skin care
⭐️ Books for all ages
⭐️ Christmas wreaths

😋 FOOD
▪️
Holy Smoke food truck
▪️Cake & bakes

 🍀 LUCKY DIP
There will also be a Lucky dip with all proceeds going to the local charity of Langford Welfare Trust - Bedfordshire. we also have Food Trucks.

💖 PLEASE COME & SUPPORT US
I hope you can come and support not only the local charity but small businesses and I would like to thank you all in advance and we hope you will join us again next year 2025! Dates, tbc.


Time: 14:00 - 18:00

🎄 Our annual Christmas lights switch-on, Lighting up Luton for Christmas, is returning on Saturday 23 November 2024. Come along and enjoy an afternoon of entertainment and live music, in partnership with Luton BID and Luton Point.

💙 BLUEY COMES TO LUTON!
Our special guest this year is Bluey, funded by Luton BID.Bluey will entertain families in the lead-up to the switch-on event on Saturday, November 23rd, off St. George’s Square. She will make free personal appearances throughout the day at separate intervals.

🎅 ENCHANTED FOREST GROTTO - FROM 10AM
In addition, Luton Point will open their Enchanted Forest Grotto on the day from 10am, so that you and your family can:
  • meet Father Christmas in his log cabin
  • enjoy a festive craft & have a photo on the Woodland Throne.

🎶 ENTERTAINMENT - FROM 2PM
We promise you some great outdoor entertainment and live music on the day, from 2pm until the light switch-on.

🎄 LIGHT SWITCH ON - 6PM

ACTIVITIES AND ENTERTAINMENT 
  • ❄️Bluey meet and greet (funded by Luton BID).
  • ❄️Face painting (funded by Luton BID)
  • ❄️Christmas carol singers and performances throughout December at Luton Point.
  • ❄️Prayer tree and nativity during December at Church Street windows at Luton Point.


Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Price: £10.00

🎨 We are thrilled to announce Opal Arts will be continuing their Saturday morning Art Club at the Bennett's Cafe in the Dunstable, Bedfordshire at the slightly later time 10am to 12pm.

AGES:
5 -13
COST: £10 per session

🖌ABOUT OPAL ARTS
Opal Arts is a creative club committed to inspiring the artist in us all. We encourage individuality, expression and exploration with a healthy dollop of fun.

DATES & SESSIONS 2024:
▪️9th November- Make a clay doughnut/cake and packaging
▪️16th November- Paint clay doughnut/cake and packaging
⭐️23rd November- Printing using different foods
▪️30th November- Still life watercolour resist painting
▪️7th December- Create a food character from fabric
▪️14th December- Make a Christmas wreath
▪️21st December- Make a glitter shaker bauble

HOW TO BOOK -
1️⃣ Click the event link to fill out the form or scan the QR code on the poster to book a space!
2️⃣ Please pay £10.00 per child for each 2 hour session using BACS information;
Payee Name: Opal Arts.
Account Number: 66695671.
Sort code: 04-03-33.
Spaces will be confirmed once this booking form and payment have been received. Thank you.

ANY QUESTIONS?
Contact me with any questions by email:
📧 lucy@opalarts.co.uk

🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in:
🗺 Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
🚶‍♀️The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.


Time: 12:00 - 18:30

🎄 On Saturday November 23rd 2024, BedfordBID collaborates with Bedford Borough Council to bring you Bedford Town Centre Christmas Lights Switch On!

WHAT FUN TO EXPECT?
Make an afternoon of it and enjoy the family festivities on offer from 12 noon.

🛍 STALLS - Christmas themed arts and crafts stalls.

⛳️ CHRISTMAS CRAZY GOLF -  takes place on Silver Square with fun and laughs for all. 

📸 PHOTO BOOTH -
Head to the Christmas Photo Booth in Harpur Square, outside boots where you can have a FREE photo of your group or family.

🎅 SANTA - Remember to keep a look out for Santa! The jolly man himself will make an appearance in the Harpur Centre!

🎶 STAGE DETAILS
And from 12 noon, the Love Bedford Stage in Harpur Square will also come alive, with a wonderful selection of live performances from local bands, singers, school choirs and dancers performing all day.

At 4pm the wonderful songstress Lissie Allsopp takes to the stage with a collection of Christmas favourites to get us all in the festive mood.

🎄 CHRISTMAS LIGHT SWITCH ON AT 5PM
At 5pm it’s time for Mayor Tom Wootton to press the button and illuminate Bedford. Lissie then leads us in a sing-along to some favourite Christmas tunes. And to keep the party going, local radio presenter Steven Gordon-Wilson takes over to spin some classic Christmas tunes to get you “rockin’ around the Christmas tree”!

😋 FOOD & DRINK
Refreshments will be available on Harpur Square, and there will be offers and discounts for you to enjoy at our town centre establishments.

💥 BUY ONE GET ONE FREE OFFER!
Creams Cafe are delighted to welcome you to their business on the day of the Bedford Town Centre Christmas Lights Switch On. Keep warm and cosy with a buy-one-get-one-free offer on tea, coffee and hot chocolate.
⭐️Please mention Love Bedford Christmas Light’s Switch On Offer, when you order.

Time: 19:30 Price: £28.50

🎶 LIVE MUSIC 

FAIRYTALE OF NEW YORK

Showing at The Grove Theatre in Dunstable.

ABOUT
After three sell out tours, the ultimate Irish-inspired Christmas concert is back with an even bigger production for 2024.

From the producers of Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners, immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Irish culture as our talented singers, musicians and dancers perform a world class concert featuring all the festive favourites including ‘Driving Home for Christmas’, ‘Step Into Christmas’, ‘Oh Holy Night’ and, of course, ‘The Fairytale of New York’.

……and just when you think the party couldn’t get any better, this world class concert performs the greatest Irish sing-a-long songs of all time including ‘The Galway Girl’, ‘The Irish Rover’, ‘Dirty Old Town’ and ‘The Black Velvet Band.’

🥳 Bring your friends and family to share in the joy of the season with an unforgettable night of singing, dancing and laughing. Imagine a St Patrick’s Day party…… on Christmas Day!

♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Please call the box office number to book tickets:

☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01582 60 20 80

A £3.50 transaction fee will be applied to your booking

Time: 12:00 - 20:30

🧑‍🎄 The Roving Canal Traders are joining the Globe Inn Linslade along the Grand Union canal towpath to bring you some magical Christmas shopping.

WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️ Illuminated boats
⭐️ Crafts & gifts
⭐️ Food & drink

STALLS
🔸️Inspired Home Crafts
🔸️Crooked House Crafts
🔸️Little Pen's Trading Company
🔸️Moonstone Creations GB
🔸️Narrowboat Wobbly
🔸️Wakamata Ndoto
🔸️Star Crafts
🔸️Daisy's Baking Butty
🔸️Winty Crafts
🔸️Hand built by Laser

DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday 22nd Nov: 12pm - 8.30pm
▪️Saturday 23rd Nov: 12pm - 8.30pm
▪️Sunday 24th Nov: 12pm - 5pm

🤔 AN IDEA
Why not book a table and enjoy some delicious food alongside the Canal Traders at The Globe Inn (A greene king pub/restaurant) to make the most of your day/evening. The phone number for this is:
☎️ 01525 373338

Time: 19:45 Price: £13.00

⚡️Moretallica - UK Metallica Tribute Band at Club 85, Hitchin. Following a fully sold out show in 2023 we are pleased to announce the return of Moretallica to Club 85 in Hitchin on Sat 23rd November 2024. Moretallica's 11th year of touring.

WHAT TO EXPECT
To celebrate this, we will be playing songs from all 11 of Metallica's original studio albums. At this show, there will be at least one song from every album in the set! Moretallica is the most exciting Metallica Tribute in the UK, delivering an authentic performance and the most energetic show!

Formed in 2012, and determined to perform the music of heavy metal legends Metallica to the highest standard, Moretallica is at the top level of UK tribute bands. A Moretallica show is the most hard-hitting spectacle and display of high quality musicianship, as you’d expect from a band with 60+ years of combined gigging experience across the UK and Europe.

This will probably be the very last time to catch Moretallica at Club 85 so an early ticket purchase is essential.

ℹ️ AGE INFORMATION
14+ only. 14s to 16s must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds will be given for incorre

🎫 TICKETS - Can be purchased via the event link
Tickets priced £13.00 are on sale from Seetickets and available in person from Bar 85, H Town Wax & Rags and David's Music Letchworth.

Time: 12:00 - 19:00

🎄 The Letchworth Christmas Lights 2024 has loads in store, come and celebrate with us!

WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️Food & Drinks Vendors
⭐️
Stilt Walkers
⭐️Stage Performances
⭐️A.T Amusements 

Christmas Light Parade - 4.30pm
(From the bottom of Leys Avenue to Eastcheap)

❄️Auntie Kitty
❄️The Snow Queen
❄️The Snow Sister
❄️Olaf
❄️Santa
❄️Mickey & Minnie
❄️Minion
❄️Stilt Walkers
❄️Brass Bands
❄️Garden City Samba
❄️Tractors

🎄THE BIG COUNTDOWN BEGINS - 5PM!


Time: 15:00 - 16:30

🚨 EVENT CANCELLED 🚨

🌳 A friendly gathering/walk organised to create a welcoming and supportive space for women, to walk (or sit) and talk (or not) on Saturdays in Bedford. All welcome.

🫶 WOMEN COMING TOGETHER
We all need a community around us, people we can share moments and experiences with, among whom we find support and understanding. Starting mid-September this will be a regular weekly meet-up (outdoors or indoors - if the right place is found), fostering a safe environment and deeper connections that develop over time.

WHAT IS THIS GROUP INTENDED FOR?
Women for Women is intended as a space where everyone can find their people, their tribe and have that sense of belonging that is more difficult to achieve in the modern world, outside of your closest family circle (if that is the case). We are all different, bringing our uniqueness to the people around us and the community. Let's celebrate and cherish that, learn from each other and be for one another in this space.

🗺 I WOULD LOVE TO BE APART OF THIS - WHERE DO WE MEET?
We meet at Bedford Band Stand in the park - click the address location link above and it will show you. 

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