🦌CMK - MEET SANTA & SLEIGH RIDE OPTION 2024 - Milton Keynes Shopping Centre
Inclusive Relaxed Sessions Are on Saturday 30th November, Sunday 1st December and Wednesday 4th December 2024 and are highlighted in light blue when you select your timeslot.
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
Visit Santa and Meet his Newest Reindeer, Norbert!
We’re thrilled to introduce Norbert, Santa’s newest reindeer.
Families are welcomed into Santa’s wondrous reindeer stable, where they can experience the story of Santa’s newest reindeer, Norbert, in a heartwarming, immersive adventure.
Norbert’s story is one of courage, kindness, and the joy of embracing our differences.
🦌 NORBERT THE REINDEER
Norbert is an adorable reindeer puppet, who communicates through his elf puppeteer, to interact with the children as his special story of Christmas magic unfolds.
🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
On their way to meet Santa, children will: make reindeer food in the craft workshop to take home with them, before finally stopping off at Santa's Grotto where they will have the opportunity to take a family photo with the big man himself and receive a gift!
🔸️Children - £15.50
- 🔸️Adults - £6
- 🔸️Baby Under One: £5
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THE SLEIGH RIDE - £6 pp
Restrictions and advice:
- ▪️Not suitable for children under 2
- ▪️Children younger than 3 should sit on an adult’s lap, the adult/ guardian should not wear VR goggles and be in control of the child at all times.
- ▪️Not suitable for pregnant women
- ▪️Not suitable for people who suffer from epilepsy or have a history of seizures
Welcome aboard our Virtual Reality Sleigh Ride! You’ve been specially selected to help us test out Santa’s brand new sleigh! Led by our very own D.A.S.H, you’ll be transported across the globe (and even into space!) as we give the sleigh a trial flight before Christmas Eve.
🛤 Hold on to your hats and antlers everyone, this could be a bumpy ride…
☃️ Seating up to 8 people, this virtual reality experience offers a perfect family attraction during the festive period! Once aboard, you’ll be seamlessly transported into the virtual bay using our HD VR headsets. The sleigh’s movements have been specially designed to mirror those of the full 360 degree experience and along with surround sound, you will embark on a fully immersive ride and a truly festive feast for the eyes!
🎟 SLEIGH RIDE TICKET INFORMATION
Tickets are £6 per person and can be purchased online with grotto tickets, or without grotto tickets, you can also purchase a ticket at the office located near the grotto in Middleton Hall.
✅️ YOU CAN BOOK TICKETS FOR SANTA'S GROTTO & A SLEIGH RIDE VIA THE EVENT LINK
26 other events on this day
💦 Kids swim for £1 at The Oasis in Bedford!
Time: 09:00 - 10:00
WHAT TIME?
9:00am - 10:00am
SESSION NAME: Swim for all
PRICE
⭐️Adult: £6.50
⭐️Child: £1.00
⭐️1 Adult and 1 Under 3: £6.50
⭐️1 Adult and 2 Under 3: £6.50
🎟 HOW DO I BOOK?
Via the event link. This will direct to the booking page on the website.
☎️ CALL FOR ENQUIRES: 01234 272100
🎄 Hitchin Christmas Light Switch on 2024
Time: 12:00 - 20:00
With live performances starting at food and drink stalls, Santa’s Parade and Hitchin’s favourite band, The New Town Centres!
⭐️ Live Performances starts: 12pm
⭐️ Santa’s Parade: 5.30pm
⭐️ Light Switch on: 6.00pm
🎤 Ultimate Coldplay at Bedford Esquires (Ages 14+)
Time: 20:15
💥 Following a SOLD OUT show at Esquires in 2022 and 2023 we are pleased to welcome back Ultimate Coldplay back to the venue this November 2024.
🎤 BAND INFORMATION
They are frequently described as the ‘next best thing’ to one the UK’s most famous bands. Pre pandemic the band were frequent fliers, performing in many different countries around the world, including tours in Europe and Asia.
Performing at countless festivals across the country, Butlins shows, Theatre tours and 02 academies to name but a few the band has continued to go from strength to strength.
LOOK-A-LIKE
Ultimate Coldplay are the only Coldplay tribute featuring a true look-a-like Chris Martin, who plays piano and guitar like Chris, sings like Chris and even dances like him! The other three members of the bands, all look-a-likes, faithfully replicate note for note all the biggest hits including ‘Paradise’, ‘Fix You’, Viva la Vida’, ‘My Universe’ and ‘Yellow’.
▪️DOORS OPEN: 7.30 pm
▪️BAND STARTS: 8.15pm
AGE INFORMATION
14+ only. 14s to 16s must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds will be given for incorrectly booked tickets.
🎫 WHERE CAN I GET TICKETS
Tickets priced £15 are on sale from the now from Seetickets online via the event link and in person from Esquires Bar & Slide Record Shop.
🔮 Psychic evening with a pop-up cafe in Great Barford Village Hall 🔮
Time: 19:00 - 22:00 Price: £2.00
🛍 STALLS
Gorgeous stalls to browse selling crystals, jewellery, candles, skincare, resin & more!
😋 FOOD & DRINK
A pop up cafe serving hot & cold snacks and drinks...cakes, cookies, brownies and more.
A lovely atmosphere, everyone welcome. Come as a group or on your own...everybody welcome.
▪️ENTRY: £2 Entry
▪️INDIVIDUAL READINGS:
Readers charge individually cash only please 🙏
🧸Nearly New Sale - Leighton Buzzard NCT
Time: 14:00 - 15:30
👗WHAT IS FOR SALE?
Toys, nursery items, buggies, dressing up, maternity, shoes and clothes from newborn to 15 years!
☕️ CAFE
Our cafe will be back again so after you've done your shopping you can grab a cuppa and a cake. Or if you are bringing someone with you to look after baby while you shop they can enjoy a hot drink and snack while they wait.
👩🍼PLEASE READ
Only very limited space for buggies (max 5 in the sale room at one time so we strongly encourage you to bring a sling along, otherwise you may need to wait to enter the sale room.
TIMES & ENTRY PRICES
▪️13.30 pm - Entry for NCT Members with valid card: £1.50 per adult
▪️14.00 pm - Entry to general public: £1.50 per adult - no need to book.
▪️13.45 pm - Earlybird entry for non-members: £2.50 per adult, prebook only, tickets available via the event link.
🎁 Christmas Fayre for Embrace - Marston Moretaine
Time: 12:00 - 15:00
⭐️FREE Entry
⭐️Raffle Gifts
⭐️Crafts
⭐️Refreshments
⭐️Christmas Presents
🎤 Forever Elton - Rufus Centre, Flitwick
Time: 19:30 Price: £15.00
🎤 The Rocked Man is back at Flitwick Rufus Centre!
The tribute concert, led by multi-award winning musician Phil Mountford, promises a high level of musical excellence.
Join us for a spectacular performance and dance to timeless hits like:
⭐️ Bennie And The Jets,
⭐️ Tiny Dancer,
⭐️ Your Song and Rocket Man
🎫 INTERESTED?
Book your ticket today via the event link!
*Please note, this event is for attendees over 18 only*
🎁 CHRISTMAS ARTISAN FAIR with EAT FEAST - Meppershall Village Hall
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
WHAT TO EXPECT
An array of beautiful artisan crafts at Meppershall Village Hall along with a mini EAT Feast.
FOOD & DRINK BY EAT FEAST
We all get hungry when we go shopping so we are here is Eat Feast for you!
🍟 High Fryers - Loaded fries
🧇 Crumb De La Crėme - Loaded Brownies, stuffed cooked pies & Christmas treats.
🍷 Mulled Wine and bar
STALLS INCLUDE:
⭐️ Original Art
⭐️ Knit Nurse - Beautiful Knitted Wreaths and Toys
⭐️ Bath and Shower products designed for Children
⭐️ Handmade sterling silver jewellery using semiprecious gemstones
⭐️ Wooden Crafts
⭐️ Christmas Goodie bags & more
⭐️ Macrame decor including plant hangers, teddy hammocks and Christmas decorations.
⭐️Handmade Coconut Soy & Rapeseed Caribbean inspired candles
⭐️ Handmade children and adults clothing and accessories
⭐️ Lamps made from spirit bottles, terrariums made using spirit bottles, lamps made from reclaimed glasses.
⭐️ Spice Blends with recipes, Stainless steel Sets & Hamper Boxes
🎁 Herons Lodge Christmas Fayre - Milton Keynes
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
BOOKINGS FOR STALLS - Please email:
📧 events.heronslodge@yahoo.co.uk
for a booking form and more information.
🌠 SHUTTLEWORTH IN LIGHTS 2024
Fri 15 Nov 2024 - Sun 15 Dec 2024
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)
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🎼 Handel Messiah - Danesborough Chorus 50th Anniversary Concert - Milton Keynes
Time: 19:30 - 21:30
Danesborough Chorus starts its 50th anniversary season with a performance of Handel's Messiah which launched the choir back in 1975. We will be joined by Alina Orchestra and international soloists Carolyn Sampson, soprano, Anna Huntley, mezzo, James Gilchrist, tenor and Benjamin Bevan, baritone.
Door time: 7:00pm
Start time: 7:30pm
🎫 TICKET PRICES
🔸️Ground floor unreserved
30 tickets available
Total price: £27.50
🔸️Balcony unreserved
18 tickets available
Total price: £16.50
🔸️Ground floor Students
10 tickets available
Total price: £5.50
🔸️Balcony students
10 tickets available
Total price: £5.50
♿️ Fully accessible
🅿️ Free parking after 6pm
🎄 ☕️Christmas Fayre Tea & Cake Afternoon Orphanage Fundraiser
Time: 13:00 - 16:00
WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️Stalls,
⭐️Prize draw,
⭐️Art exhibition
⭐️Manor Cottage Cards & Gifts,
⭐️Peter Walkem Ceramics
⭐️Wheel-thrown Stoneware Pottery,
⭐️Mamma TT Organics,
⭐️GillyD Design,
⭐️Bric a Brac,
⭐️Keith Knowles Wood Turning,
⭐️Vintage Clothes Stall,
⭐️Jewellery, and more.
☕️.....and as much tea/coffee and cake as you fancy.
🎟 TICKETS
Tickets £5 includes entry into the prize draw.
💖 All proceeds going to Utange orphanage, charity number: 1160637
🎤 Soul and Motown Night - Greenfield Village Hall
Time: 19:30 Price: £10.00
🍻 BAR ONSITE!
TICKETS
£10 - No ticket no entry
🎟 BOOK TICKETS BY MESSAGING OR PHONING:
07938 965817
💖 Women for women Support Group - Bedford
Time: 15:00 - 16:30
🌳 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.
🎄 Danish Camp Riverside Christmas Fair - Willington, Bedford
Time: 12:00 - 19:00
F R E E E N T R Y!
⭐️ C R A F T S
⭐️ F O O D
⭐️ C O C K T A I L S
EVENT DETAILS
We are hosting our annual Christmas Fair on Saturday 16th November! Nothing gets us more in the Christmas mood then a chilly November afternoon perusing the beautiful stalls we have lined up for you all, with some seasonal delicious food available and all sorts of christmas drinks, hot chocolates, cocktails, mulled wine and cider!
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS INFORMATION
Danish Camp is suitable for disabled visitors and wheelchair use.
Danish Camp has a private car park approximately 200 metres from the main entrance.
There is a disabled toilet facility on the right hand side of the hallway in the log cabin, accessed by the main entrance door.
Danish Camp also has a large covered and heated terrace which may be accessed by the timber walkway around the log cabin or the blocked pathway to the immediate left of the main entrance gates. Danish Camp enjoys a tranquil riverside location but we advise extreme care when accessing the lower levels as the ground is uneven. Slopes are gentler to the far left and far right of the log cabin.
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📝 STALL HOLDERS
If you are interested in a stall as an exhibtor, please get in contact through email via:
📧 JRDanishCamp@gmail.com
☎️ 07748151125,
So we can get you booked in as we would love to have you fantastic crafts at our event!
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🌄 A LITTLE BIT OF INFOMATION ABOUT THE DANISH CAMP RIVERSIDE IF YOU DIDN'T ALREADY KNOW.
The Danish Camp Riverside is a Norwegian log cabin surrounded by woodland on the banks of The River Great Ouse in Willington just east of Bedford. In a scenic location.
👨🌾 Leighton Buzzard Farmers and Producers Market
Time: 08:30 - 13:00
ABOUT
Leighton Buzzard Farmers and Producers Market is a great opportunity to meet the farmers, growers and producers of the best in regional produce.
Our specialist traders are happy to share their knowledge and talk to you about the processes and production methods of their high quality products.
Our Farmers and Producers Market runs until 1.00pm because we have traders who need to get home to care for their farms, farmsteads and animals.
🛍 Christmas Craft Farye & Second Hand Sale - Marston Moretaine
Time: 10:00 - 13:00
🤑 Find a bargain with second hand stalls too!
😋 Refreshments will also be available.
🎄🎅🏻 Towcester Racecourse Christmas Fayre 2024
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
🛍 DETAILS
Come and join us for a day full of festive fun, delicious treats, locally sourced products, unique gifts.
🎶 MUSIC
🎅 FREE VISIT TO SANTA & PRESENT
FREE! A santa visit and present for every child!
ENTRY PRICE
▪️Adults: £2
▪️Children: Free
Includes admission to Greyhound Racing
ℹ️ TRADERS FOR MORE INFORMATION EMAIL:
towcesterracecourseevents@gmail.com for any information on holding a stall at our event.
💦 Kids swim for £1 at The Oasis in Bedford!
Time: 09:00 - 10:00
WHAT TIME?
9:00am - 10:00am
SESSION NAME: Swim for all
PRICE
⭐️Adult: £6.50
⭐️Child: £1.00
⭐️1 Adult and 1 Under 3: £6.50
⭐️1 Adult and 2 Under 3: £6.50
🎟 HOW DO I BOOK?
Via the event link. This will direct to the booking page on the website.
☎️ CALL FOR ENQUIRES: 01234 272100
🎄 Hitchin Christmas Light Switch on 2024
Time: 12:00 - 20:00
With live performances starting at food and drink stalls, Santa’s Parade and Hitchin’s favourite band, The New Town Centres!
⭐️ Live Performances starts: 12pm
⭐️ Santa’s Parade: 5.30pm
⭐️ Light Switch on: 6.00pm
🛍 Christmas Craft Fair in Hitchin 2024
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
🛍 EVENT DETAILS
Join us for a family-friendly afternoon full of Christmas spirit, with more than 28 craft stalls selling all kinds of beautiful, handmade gifts.
🎼 MUSIC
A choir to get you in the festive mood.
😋 FOOD & DRINK
The café will be open for snacks.
💖 FREE ENTRY, DONATIONS WELCOME
Entry is free but donations to Garden House Hospice Care are warmly welcome on arrival and in donation buckets throughout the day.
🎤 And finally Phil Collins + 9 piece band - Luton Library Theatre
Time: 19:30 - 22:00 Price: £25.00
🎶 EVENT DETAILS
This production delivers a two hour high energy show packed full of Phil’s solo hits including ‘In The Air Tonight’, ‘Another Day In Paradise’ and ‘Sussudio’ along with a sprinkling of Genesis hits for good measure. Featuring some of the country's top touring musicians, two drums kits and the esteemed ’And Finally Horns'. This is a great opportunity to come and celebrate with us the illustrious career of the one and only Phil Collins.
🎫 TICKETS - £25
(Book tickets via the event link)
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Wheelchair Users cannot be booked online – please email the Box Office or click the link on the website via the event link.
📧 contact@librarytheatre.co.uk
☎️ 07899 799 996
👨🌾 Leighton Buzzard Farmers and Producers Market
Time: 08:30 - 13:00
ABOUT
Leighton Buzzard Farmers and Producers Market is a great opportunity to meet the farmers, growers and producers of the best in regional produce.
Our specialist traders are happy to share their knowledge and talk to you about the processes and production methods of their high quality products.
Our Farmers and Producers Market runs until 1.00pm because we have traders who need to get home to care for their farms, farmsteads and animals.
🎨 OPAL ART CLUB IN DUNSTABLE (Ages 5-13)
Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Price: £10.00
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.
⛄️ Children's Crafts at Jordens Mill in Biggleswade (Ages 5-8)
Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Price: £5.00
Under the guidance of our wonderful volunteer Twink, your child will bring colourful paper craft ideas to life and maybe even make a few friends along the way!
This month children will be invited to choose from the following craft projects:
- ⛄️ Jack Frost Mask
- 🍁 Autumn Leaves Decoration
- 🧺 Paper Craft Mini Basket
BOOK VIA THE EVENT LINK - £5.00PP
❤️💛💚 Reggae Night at The Top Bell in Leighton Buzzard!
Time: 20:00
😎 FREE ENTRY!
🎶 FREE ENTRY - KIDS KAROKE - The Barley Mow, Bedford
Time: 17:00 - 20:00
KIDS KARAOKE - FREE ENTRY
From Saturday 16th November 2024 we will be starting a monthly (3rd Saturday of the month) kids karaoke from 5pm until 8pm at The Barley Mow in Bedford.
🎊 EVENT DETAILS
From toddlers who want to sing Disney to teens who want to embrace their Taylor era we’ve got you covered.
🥛 DRINKS & FOOD INFORMATION
The bar will be open (obviously alcohol will only be available for those over 18), soft drinks a plenty, bar snacks available.
🎱 Pool table will be open
COME ON DOWN!
Bring your kids, be on Aunt or Uncle duties, grab the grandkids for an afternoon, give the neighbours a few hours of childfree time (with permission of course!)
All abilities welcome, as long as the kids enjoy themselves and are worn out for bed then who cares - it is The Barley Mow after all!
🅿️ PARKING
free parking available in All Hallows car park which is a 2 minute walk from us.
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🐾🎄 RSPCA Christmas Fair 2024 - Milton Keynes
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️ Raffle
⭐️ Tombola
⭐️ Craft stalls
⭐️ Live music
⭐️ Refreshments
🐶 DOGS
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome.
🧑🎄 Bring your friends and family for a jolly good time filled with holiday cheer, delicious treats, and unique gifts.
🫶 Let’s spread some love this holiday season and make a difference for our four-legged companions. Can’t wait to see you there!