🎄 CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL WEEKEND 2024 - LEIGHTON BUZZARD
Sunday 01 December 2024
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
DATES:
Friday 29th November - Sunday 1st December 2024
🎄Our FREE ENTRY, Christmas Festival Weekend kicked off the festive season in Leighton-Linslade!
🎆 FRIDAY EVENT DETAILS
TIME: From 4pm
Market/Acts/Performances/Fireworks
On Friday evening the festive market featuring handmade crafts and gifts, funfair and a stage programme packed full of local acts and performances provided something for everyone before and after the switch on ceremony and fireworks display. The festive food-court in Church Square included freshly made hot street food, perfect for a winter evening!
🎅 SATURDAY EVENT DETAILS
TIME: 8:00am - 3:00pm
Santa Dash/Market/Perfomers
On Saturday, the Leighton Fun Runners Santa Dash took place from Parson’s Close Recreation Ground with hundreds of Santa’s dashing through the streets of Leighton-Linslade. Our festive markets continued with the Charter Market taking place alongside the Handmade and Craft Market who were joined by Sparky The Robot and local performing groups brining some festive cheer to the High Street.
🎶 SUNDAY EVENT DETAILS
TIME: 11:00am - 3:00pm
Market/Performances
On the Sunday the festive shopping opportunities were back on the high street, perfect for those looking a unique gift for that loved one. There were also performances from Wendy Sings & LSJ Trio, while Sami Sleigh, Lairy Fairy & The Christmas Puddings alongside some naughty sofa driving Santa’s who filled the market with the sounds of laughter, mischief and mayhem.
Friday 29th November - Sunday 1st December 2024
🎄Our FREE ENTRY, Christmas Festival Weekend kicked off the festive season in Leighton-Linslade!
🎆 FRIDAY EVENT DETAILS
TIME: From 4pm
Market/Acts/Performances/Fireworks
On Friday evening the festive market featuring handmade crafts and gifts, funfair and a stage programme packed full of local acts and performances provided something for everyone before and after the switch on ceremony and fireworks display. The festive food-court in Church Square included freshly made hot street food, perfect for a winter evening!
🎅 SATURDAY EVENT DETAILS
TIME: 8:00am - 3:00pm
Santa Dash/Market/Perfomers
On Saturday, the Leighton Fun Runners Santa Dash took place from Parson’s Close Recreation Ground with hundreds of Santa’s dashing through the streets of Leighton-Linslade. Our festive markets continued with the Charter Market taking place alongside the Handmade and Craft Market who were joined by Sparky The Robot and local performing groups brining some festive cheer to the High Street.
🎶 SUNDAY EVENT DETAILS
TIME: 11:00am - 3:00pm
Market/Performances
On the Sunday the festive shopping opportunities were back on the high street, perfect for those looking a unique gift for that loved one. There were also performances from Wendy Sings & LSJ Trio, while Sami Sleigh, Lairy Fairy & The Christmas Puddings alongside some naughty sofa driving Santa’s who filled the market with the sounds of laughter, mischief and mayhem.
Other events on this day
🩰 The Nutcracker at The Corn Exchange in Bedford
Sunday 01 December 2024
Time: 14:30
🩰 The Nutcracker – An eternal seasonal favourite Music by Pyotr I. Tchaikovsky Join us for the magic of classical ballet, performed live on stage. After last year’s successful tour, Crown Ballet® returns to the UK with the enchanting classic, The Nutcracker.
📖 THE STORY.....
The charming fairy-tale of The Nutcracker is one of the jewels of Tchaikovsky's repertoire. Prepare to enter a magical new world – the nutcracker in this ballet may be a handsome prince in disguise. The original Christmas story is based on The Nutcracker and the Mouse King written by E.T.A. Hoffmann. It tells the story of Marie, a sad little girl, whose godfather, Drosselmeier, gives her a Nutcracker doll as a present on Christmas Eve. In her lively imagination it turns into a prince and the magic starts... The ballet is the ultimate fairy-tale where goodness and beauty triumph.
🧑🎄 This eternal seasonal favourite will be an unforgettable journey in the run-up to Christmas and an ideal introduction to audiences of any age to the magic that is classical ballet.
🎟 TICKET PRICES
▪️General: £27.00
▪️Concession: £25.00
♿️ FOR WHEELCHAIR USERS & TELEPHONE BOOKINGS PLEASE CALL:
☎️ 01234 718044
📖 THE STORY.....
The charming fairy-tale of The Nutcracker is one of the jewels of Tchaikovsky's repertoire. Prepare to enter a magical new world – the nutcracker in this ballet may be a handsome prince in disguise. The original Christmas story is based on The Nutcracker and the Mouse King written by E.T.A. Hoffmann. It tells the story of Marie, a sad little girl, whose godfather, Drosselmeier, gives her a Nutcracker doll as a present on Christmas Eve. In her lively imagination it turns into a prince and the magic starts... The ballet is the ultimate fairy-tale where goodness and beauty triumph.
🧑🎄 This eternal seasonal favourite will be an unforgettable journey in the run-up to Christmas and an ideal introduction to audiences of any age to the magic that is classical ballet.
🎟 TICKET PRICES
▪️General: £27.00
▪️Concession: £25.00
♿️ FOR WHEELCHAIR USERS & TELEPHONE BOOKINGS PLEASE CALL:
☎️ 01234 718044
🎄Turvey Christmas Fayre 2024 -
Sunday 01 December 2024
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
🎄Turvey Christmas Fayre 2024
🗺 LOCATIONS:
The Three Cranes, Turvey High Street Loop & Turvey Village Hall
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎅 We have Father Christmas ready to meet the whole family, an exciting selection of festive gift & craft stalls, a fabulous food court with hot food, sweet treats, cheese, chutneys plus all you need to get you ready for the festive period.
🧑🎄 FUN FOR CHILDREN
We have games and rides for children, face painting,
pottery painting and even soft play!
🎊 We can't think of a better way to kick start December and get everyone in the festive spirit!
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Stall bookings now being taken - to book email:
📧 turveychristmasfayre@gmail.com
🗺 LOCATIONS:
The Three Cranes, Turvey High Street Loop & Turvey Village Hall
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎅 We have Father Christmas ready to meet the whole family, an exciting selection of festive gift & craft stalls, a fabulous food court with hot food, sweet treats, cheese, chutneys plus all you need to get you ready for the festive period.
🧑🎄 FUN FOR CHILDREN
We have games and rides for children, face painting,
pottery painting and even soft play!
🎊 We can't think of a better way to kick start December and get everyone in the festive spirit!
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Stall bookings now being taken - to book email:
📧 turveychristmasfayre@gmail.com
🎅 Houghton Regis Memorial Hall Christmas Craft Fair
Sunday 01 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️Kids toys
⭐️Books
⭐️Avon
⭐️Body Shop
⭐️Christmas cards & decorations
⭐️Jewellery
⭐️Fragrances
⭐️Ladies Fashion
⭐️Refreshments
⭐️Cakes and so much more!
⭐️Kids toys
⭐️Books
⭐️Avon
⭐️Body Shop
⭐️Christmas cards & decorations
⭐️Jewellery
⭐️Fragrances
⭐️Ladies Fashion
⭐️Refreshments
⭐️Cakes and so much more!
🚂 🎅The Panto Express Jack & The Beanstalk at The Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Sunday 01 December 2024
🚂 PANTO EXPRESS
See Father Christmas whilst enjoying a steam train ride AND watch a pantomime – all in one amazing Christmas experience! This year, it’s bigger and better than ever!
🎭 START YOUR JOURNEY WITH A PANTO
(25 minutes)
Start your journey with our family-friendly pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, in our festive Visitor Centre. Enjoy your performance and then make your way to the Booking Hall to board the steam train.
🎅 NEXT TRAIN RIDE & MEET FATHER CHRISTMAS - KEEP YOUR GOLDEN TICKET!
(25 minutes)
You will be shown to your compartment where you will be visited by Father Christmas, who makes his way along the train to present a special golden ticket to all the children.
(25 minutes)
Start your journey with our family-friendly pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, in our festive Visitor Centre. Enjoy your performance and then make your way to the Booking Hall to board the steam train.
🎅 NEXT TRAIN RIDE & MEET FATHER CHRISTMAS - KEEP YOUR GOLDEN TICKET!
(25 minutes)
You will be shown to your compartment where you will be visited by Father Christmas, who makes his way along the train to present a special golden ticket to all the children.
🤶 AFTER THE TRAIN RIDE MEET MRS CLAUS & THE ELVES AT THE MUSEUM
After the train ride, your adventure continues in the museum with our brand-new experience! You will be magically transported to Santa’s workshop, where you can meet Mrs Claus and the elves, and your child can exchange their golden ticket for a gift of their choice.
🚻 TOILETS
Please note there are no toilets on the trains, but plenty around the site for you to use before your train ride.
👶BABY INFORMATION
NB Babies under 12 months are £8 and do NOT need a seat but will still receive a present. Seats are not allocated for babies. Pushchairs are not permitted on the train but can be left undercover on the platform.
DATES:
Saturday 30th November
Sunday 1st December
Saturday 7th December
Sunday 8th December
Saturday 14th December
Sunday 15th December
Saturday 21st December
Sunday 22nd December
SESSION TIMES:
Arrive by Panto Train
10:00 10:25 11:15
10:55 11:15 12:05
11:50 12:10 13:00
12:45 13:05 13:55
14:00 14:20 15:05
14:55 15:15 16:00
After the train ride, your adventure continues in the museum with our brand-new experience! You will be magically transported to Santa’s workshop, where you can meet Mrs Claus and the elves, and your child can exchange their golden ticket for a gift of their choice.
🚻 TOILETS
Please note there are no toilets on the trains, but plenty around the site for you to use before your train ride.
👶BABY INFORMATION
NB Babies under 12 months are £8 and do NOT need a seat but will still receive a present. Seats are not allocated for babies. Pushchairs are not permitted on the train but can be left undercover on the platform.
DATES:
Saturday 30th November
Sunday 1st December
Saturday 7th December
Sunday 8th December
Saturday 14th December
Sunday 15th December
Saturday 21st December
Sunday 22nd December
SESSION TIMES:
Arrive by Panto Train
10:00 10:25 11:15
10:55 11:15 12:05
11:50 12:10 13:00
12:45 13:05 13:55
14:00 14:20 15:05
14:55 15:15 16:00
🎟 TICKET PRICE'S
Bronze tickets: £22.50pp
(shared standard compartment)
Silver tickets: £24.50pp
(private standard compartment for 6-8 people)
Gold tickets: £26.50pp
(private First-Class compartment for 6 people)
Babies: £8.00
(under 12 months)
*Pre-booking are essential. All bookings are subject to a £3 fee per booking.
⛸️ ICE SKATING - Woburn Sands Emporium
Sunday 01 December 2024
⛸️ 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!
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.
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.
