🎄🥂 Christmas afternoon teas - The White Swan in Dunstable
Friday 13 December 2024
DATES:
From 22nd November - 20th December 2024 (Monday - Fridays only)
TIMES: 12pm onwards
🥂At The White Swan in Dunstable we are doing festive afternoon teas which are bookings only.
WHATS INCLUDED?
This includes fizz
CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON TEAS: £27pp
⭐️A selection of festive finger sandwiches
⭐️Homemade sausage roll
⭐️Chocolate covered strawberries
⭐️Pigs in blankets & cranberry sauce
⭐️Mince pies & brandy cream
⭐️Homemade scones with clotted cream & jam
⭐️Cake shots includes tequila rose
⭐️Mini prawn cocktails
⭐️Meringues & macarons
⭐️Selection on sweet cakes
CHRISTMAS NIBBLES
(Veggie option, ask for details)
£30 per board for 5 people.
🔸️Pigs in blankets
🔸️Roast Potatoes
🔸️Homemade sausage rolls
🔸️Chilli & garlic prawns
🔸️Grilled hallomui & sweet chilli
🔸️Turkey stuffing & cranberry pin wheels
🔸️Mini chicken skewers
🔸️A selection of cheese and biscuits
🎄Beautifully set up on your table and includes crackers & table service. Ask for vegan & Veggie options.
✅️ HOW TO BOOK:
☎️ PHONE: 01582 667833
From 22nd November - 20th December 2024 (Monday - Fridays only)
TIMES: 12pm onwards
🥂At The White Swan in Dunstable we are doing festive afternoon teas which are bookings only.
WHATS INCLUDED?
This includes fizz
CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON TEAS: £27pp
⭐️A selection of festive finger sandwiches
⭐️Homemade sausage roll
⭐️Chocolate covered strawberries
⭐️Pigs in blankets & cranberry sauce
⭐️Mince pies & brandy cream
⭐️Homemade scones with clotted cream & jam
⭐️Cake shots includes tequila rose
⭐️Mini prawn cocktails
⭐️Meringues & macarons
⭐️Selection on sweet cakes
CHRISTMAS NIBBLES
(Veggie option, ask for details)
£30 per board for 5 people.
🔸️Pigs in blankets
🔸️Roast Potatoes
🔸️Homemade sausage rolls
🔸️Chilli & garlic prawns
🔸️Grilled hallomui & sweet chilli
🔸️Turkey stuffing & cranberry pin wheels
🔸️Mini chicken skewers
🔸️A selection of cheese and biscuits
🎄Beautifully set up on your table and includes crackers & table service. Ask for vegan & Veggie options.
✅️ HOW TO BOOK:
☎️ PHONE: 01582 667833
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⚡️Southcott School Lazer Light Show 2024 in Leighton Buzzard
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 17:00 - 20:00 Price: £4.00
🧑🎄 Looking for a fun Christmassy event for the whole family this Friday 13th December 2024? Southcott School Association in Leighton Buzzard are excited to invite you to their Christmas Laser Show!
▪️ENTRY: 5PM
▪️LAZER LIGHT SHOW: 7PM
WHAT TO EXPECT:
⭐️ Spectacular Laser show
⭐️ Food Trucks
⭐️ Craft market
⭐️ Choirs
⭐️ Games
⭐️ Licensed bars
⭐️ Santa*
FOOD:
🔸️ Bee Thai,
🔸️ Lord Chips
🔸️ The BBQ Kitchen
🎟 BOOK TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK IN ADVANCE
Entry: £4 each
Under 3: Free
Add on meet Father Christmas: £3
▪️ENTRY: 5PM
▪️LAZER LIGHT SHOW: 7PM
WHAT TO EXPECT:
⭐️ Spectacular Laser show
⭐️ Food Trucks
⭐️ Craft market
⭐️ Choirs
⭐️ Games
⭐️ Licensed bars
⭐️ Santa*
FOOD:
🔸️ Bee Thai,
🔸️ Lord Chips
🔸️ The BBQ Kitchen
🎟 BOOK TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK IN ADVANCE
Entry: £4 each
Under 3: Free
Add on meet Father Christmas: £3
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🎅 FREE SANTA'S GROTTO IN SHEFFORD
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 15:30 - 19:30
🎅 Santa's coming to Shefford 2024!
Shefford Town Council, sponsored by everyone active and Harris and Sons Funfairs, are holding a free event for children to visit Santa.
🎁 DETAILS
His grotto will be from:
3:30pm to 7:30pm on Friday 13th December 2024, in Shefford Town Centre, so we hope to see you there!
Shefford Town Council, sponsored by everyone active and Harris and Sons Funfairs, are holding a free event for children to visit Santa.
🎁 DETAILS
His grotto will be from:
3:30pm to 7:30pm on Friday 13th December 2024, in Shefford Town Centre, so we hope to see you there!
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🌠 DUNSTABLE TWILIGHT CHRISTMAS MARKET 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 15:00 - 20:00
🌟 DETAILS
Twilight is a very popular Christmas Market in Ashton Square, Dunstable Bedfordshire. FREE ENTRY!
DATES & TIMES:
▪️Fri 13th Dec: 3pm - 8pm
▪️Sat 14th Dec: 3pm - 8pm
▪️Sun 15th Dec: 10am - 3pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎶 Live music on stage,
🎅 Santa grotto - FREE,
🎠 Childrens rides - FREE,
🎁 Christmas stalls,
🎄 Christmas lights.
🎶 STAGE LINE UP
⭐️ Friday 13 December 2024
▪️3.30 pm: Calling Dunstable Local Schools
▪️4.30 pm: Silas
▪️5.30 pm: Lime Stones
▪️6.30 pm: Average at Best
▪️7.30 pm: Swing Dance MK
⭐️ Saturday 14 December 2024
▪️3.30 pm: The Square Methodist Church
▪️4.30 pm: Agnieszka Murchie
▪️5.30 pm: Calling Dunstable and NGYT
▪️6.30 pm: Salvation Army
▪️7.30 pm: Fizzy Lizzy
⭐️ Sunday 15 December 2024
▪️10.30 am: Dunstable Ladies choir
▪️11.30 am: Tony and Silas
▪️12.30 pm: Elena
▪️1.30 pm: Average at Best
▪️2.30 pm: Kiah Rihanna
Twilight is a very popular Christmas Market in Ashton Square, Dunstable Bedfordshire. FREE ENTRY!
DATES & TIMES:
▪️Fri 13th Dec: 3pm - 8pm
▪️Sat 14th Dec: 3pm - 8pm
▪️Sun 15th Dec: 10am - 3pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎶 Live music on stage,
🎅 Santa grotto - FREE,
🎠 Childrens rides - FREE,
🎁 Christmas stalls,
🎄 Christmas lights.
🎶 STAGE LINE UP
⭐️ Friday 13 December 2024
▪️3.30 pm: Calling Dunstable Local Schools
▪️4.30 pm: Silas
▪️5.30 pm: Lime Stones
▪️6.30 pm: Average at Best
▪️7.30 pm: Swing Dance MK
⭐️ Saturday 14 December 2024
▪️3.30 pm: The Square Methodist Church
▪️4.30 pm: Agnieszka Murchie
▪️5.30 pm: Calling Dunstable and NGYT
▪️6.30 pm: Salvation Army
▪️7.30 pm: Fizzy Lizzy
⭐️ Sunday 15 December 2024
▪️10.30 am: Dunstable Ladies choir
▪️11.30 am: Tony and Silas
▪️12.30 pm: Elena
▪️1.30 pm: Average at Best
▪️2.30 pm: Kiah Rihanna
🎤 The Devout - Depeche Mode Tribute Act - Esquires, Bedford (Ages 14+)
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 19:30 Price: £16.50
🎤 The Devout return to Bedford on their "More Than A Party" UK Tour 2024!
AGE INFORMATION
14+ only. 14s to 15s must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds will be given for incorrectly booked tickets.
🎟 BOOK TICKETS - £16:50
Book via the event link.
AGE INFORMATION
14+ only. 14s to 15s must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds will be given for incorrectly booked tickets.
🎟 BOOK TICKETS - £16:50
Book via the event link.
🧑🎄 ABBA Tribute Christmas 3 Course Dinner Party - Dunstable
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 19:00 Price: £40.00
🥳 Christmas party time at The Old Sugar Loaf in Dunstable, Bedfordshire!
WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️ A sit down 3 course Christmas dinner party -
⭐️ With an amazing abba tribute band -
⭐️ Enjoy bubbles on your table with your home cooked 3 course Christmas meal. ⭐️ Full table service provided and great entertainment
ℹ️ INFORMATION
We have changed location to the Old Sugar Loaf at the bottom bar due to interest & space - but The White Swan will be doing the food & running the evening.
COST: £40 per person
🎟 HOW TO BOOK
☎️PHONE THE WHITE SWAN:
01582 667833
📧 EMAIL:
Tasha.whiteswan@gmail.com
📩 What's app a message on the event link to The White Swan
WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️ A sit down 3 course Christmas dinner party -
⭐️ With an amazing abba tribute band -
⭐️ Enjoy bubbles on your table with your home cooked 3 course Christmas meal. ⭐️ Full table service provided and great entertainment
ℹ️ INFORMATION
We have changed location to the Old Sugar Loaf at the bottom bar due to interest & space - but The White Swan will be doing the food & running the evening.
COST: £40 per person
🎟 HOW TO BOOK
☎️PHONE THE WHITE SWAN:
01582 667833
📧 EMAIL:
Tasha.whiteswan@gmail.com
📩 What's app a message on the event link to The White Swan
🧚♂️ PETER PAN PANTO AT MILTON KEYNES THEATRE
Friday 13 December 2024
⚡️ With amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter, Peter Pan will take your whole family on a magical trip to Never Land like never before at Milton Keynes Theatre.
⭐️Joining Craig is comedian and ventriloquist Max Fulham as Smee and West End stars Ross Carpenter as Peter Pan, Zara MacIntosh as Tinkand Evelyn Hoskins as Wendy.
DATES: Fri 6 Dec 2024 - Sun 5 Jan 2025
TIMES: Multiple afternoon & evening times to choose from. The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing
🚫 DATES UNAVAILABLE:
07/12/24
14/12/24
21/12/24
25/12/24
01/01/25
ACCESSIBILITY PERFORMANCES DATES
🔸️Signed Performance -
Tuesday 17 Dec 2024: 19:00
🔸️Audio Described Performance -
Wednesday 18 Dec 2024: 19:00
🔸️Captioned Performance -
Thursday 19 Dec 2024: 19:00
🎟 COST: Tickets available from:
£13.00 - £67.00
⭐️Joining Craig is comedian and ventriloquist Max Fulham as Smee and West End stars Ross Carpenter as Peter Pan, Zara MacIntosh as Tinkand Evelyn Hoskins as Wendy.
DATES: Fri 6 Dec 2024 - Sun 5 Jan 2025
TIMES: Multiple afternoon & evening times to choose from. The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing
🚫 DATES UNAVAILABLE:
07/12/24
14/12/24
21/12/24
25/12/24
01/01/25
ACCESSIBILITY PERFORMANCES DATES
🔸️Signed Performance -
Tuesday 17 Dec 2024: 19:00
🔸️Audio Described Performance -
Wednesday 18 Dec 2024: 19:00
🔸️Captioned Performance -
Thursday 19 Dec 2024: 19:00
🎟 COST: Tickets available from:
£13.00 - £67.00
subject to a transaction fee of £3.95
GROUP BOOKING OF 10 OR MORE PHONE:
☎️ 020 7206 1174
Accessible Seating - There are six wheelchair spaces available in the Stalls and four spaces in the Upper Circle which are also suitable for transferring. Both our Circle boxes are suitable for wheelchair access. Our auditorium seats are approximately 50cm wide with non-moving armrests. All seats in our Boxes are free-standing.
GROUP BOOKING OF 10 OR MORE PHONE:
☎️ 020 7206 1174
Accessible Seating - There are six wheelchair spaces available in the Stalls and four spaces in the Upper Circle which are also suitable for transferring. Both our Circle boxes are suitable for wheelchair access. Our auditorium seats are approximately 50cm wide with non-moving armrests. All seats in our Boxes are free-standing.
- ☎️ Call our Accessibility Assistance line on:
- 0333 009 5399
- Please note you will need to register for our Access Membership Scheme online in
- the event link to book tickets.
♿️ Accessible Toilets - There are separate, fully accessible, male and female facilities on the ground and first floors, and fully accessible facilities for both men and women on the third floor (by door 10).
✨️STOCKWOOD DISCOVERY CENTRE ILLUMINATED LIGHTS 2024 - LUTON
Friday 13 December 2024
DATES: 13 Dec 2024 - 24 Dec 2024
TIMES: Multiple
✨️This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.
TIMES: Multiple
✨️This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.
Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.
Last year some events were sold out - book early to avoid disappointment.
COST:
🔸️Adult: £8.50
🔸️Children & Concessions: £6.50
Last year some events were sold out - book early to avoid disappointment.
COST:
🔸️Adult: £8.50
🔸️Children & Concessions: £6.50
👑 CINDERELLA - The Alban Arena
Friday 13 December 2024
✨️ PANTOMIME | THE ALBAN ARENA
CINDERELLA✨️
Showing at The Alban Arena...
Don’t miss our hilarious, fun-filled 2024 panto, Cinderella.
Don’t miss our hilarious, fun-filled 2024 panto, Cinderella.
SELECTED DATES BETWEEN:
12th December 2024 - 12th January 2024
🎟 TICKETS: £18-£36.50
St Albans legend, BOB GOLDING, IS BACK! And he’s joining everyone’s favourite, IAN KIRKBY, to play the Wicked (but very funny) Step Sisters!
With a star-studded cast to be announced, this spectacular show will be written by Paul Hendy and produced by the award winning Evolution Productions, the same team behind 2022’s smash hit, Jack and the Beanstalk, and this year’s brilliant The All New Adventures of Peter Pan, A Pantomime Sequel!
It’s never too early to book, and with lavish sets, hilarious jokes and fun for the whole family, what’s not to love? So don’t be late for the ball… get your tickets now!
♿️ Wheelchair User access
There is wheelchair access through the front doors of the theatre, and automatic foyer doors. There is level access to the entrance of the Alban Arena via the slope. We do not have automatic doors aside from the entrance.
🅿️ A limited number of wheelchair spaces are available in the Auditorium. Please speak to a member of box office or email albanarenaticketing@eveyoneactive.com if you require wheelchair spaces as these cannot be booked online. If you have an exceptionally large and/or specialist wheelchair, please contact the venue for guidance on the best seating areas offered.
There are limited blue badge holders parking to the right of the theatre on Civic Close. These cannot be pre-booked. Please get in touch if you have queries regarding this.
♿️ Accessible toilets are situated on the ground floor. These are accessed through a radar key. If you do not have a key, please speak to a member of staff.
⛸️ ICE SKATING - Woburn Sands Emporium
Friday 13 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.
🎤 Karaoke Christmas Party at The Leicester Arms in Luton
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 20:00
🎤 Don’t miss the Karaoke at The Leicester Arms in Luton from 8pm.
🥃 Fancy a sing song and free shot? Come on down and get on the mic!
😋 FEELING HUNGRY?
Don't forget this is a Sizzling Pub so there are some great dishes at great prices. If you want to book or check the menu out press the event link and find out more!
🥃 Fancy a sing song and free shot? Come on down and get on the mic!
😋 FEELING HUNGRY?
Don't forget this is a Sizzling Pub so there are some great dishes at great prices. If you want to book or check the menu out press the event link and find out more!
🍾 Griffins Christmas Party 2024 - Mead Open Farm
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 19:30 - 01:00 Price: £56.95
🎶 Join us for an unforgettable Christmas party. The Griffin Players and Mead Open Farm After Dark would love you to join us for an unforgettable night this Christmas with our Adult Christmas Parties.
🥳 PARTY NIGHT DATES
6th Dec, 7th Dec, 13th Dec, 14th Dec & 21st Dec
WHAT TO EXPECT - TIME SCHEDULE
🧑🎄 7.30pm - Arrive and enjoy a glass of Prosecco or Bucks Fizz with canapes.
🧑🎄 7:45pm - Take your seat for a delicious 3 course meal prepared by our talented chef.
🧑🎄 9.30pm - 10.15pm - Indoor Play opens
🧑🎄 10:15pm - Live band ‘Francis’ get the party started and the dancing begins. The band will be followed by a DJ.
🧑🎄 12.30am - Last orders at the bar.
🧑🎄 1.00am - Event ends.
🥳 PARTY NIGHT DATES
6th Dec, 7th Dec, 13th Dec, 14th Dec & 21st Dec
WHAT TO EXPECT - TIME SCHEDULE
🧑🎄 7.30pm - Arrive and enjoy a glass of Prosecco or Bucks Fizz with canapes.
🧑🎄 7:45pm - Take your seat for a delicious 3 course meal prepared by our talented chef.
🧑🎄 9.30pm - 10.15pm - Indoor Play opens
🧑🎄 10:15pm - Live band ‘Francis’ get the party started and the dancing begins. The band will be followed by a DJ.
🧑🎄 12.30am - Last orders at the bar.
🧑🎄 1.00am - Event ends.
📖 CHOOSE FROM THE MENU
Exquisitely prepared by our talented Head Chef Martin and team, your delicious three-course meal will be served in the Grainstore Kitchen.
⭐️TO START
▪️Homemade Sweet Potato and Roasted Beetroot Soup
With Cream Swirl and an Olive and Rosemary Bread Stick. (VE,GF)
▪️Homemade Golden Panko Crumbed Scotch Egg
with Spiced Plum Chutney and Rocket.
⭐️ MAIN COURSES
(All tables served with traditional vegetables)
▪️Braised Beef
Served on Buttered Mash with Roasted Wild Mushrooms and Shallots in a Red Wine Jus. (GF)
▪️Salmon Fillet
With Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Lemon and Herb Crushed New Potatoes and a Tartare Velouté (GF)
▪️Vegan Cheese, Pear & Walnut Tart
With Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Watercress and Lemon
and Herb Crushed New Potatoes. (VE,GF)
and Herb Crushed New Potatoes. (VE,GF)
⭐️ DESSERT COURSE
▪️Dark Chocolate & Cherry Torte
With a Brownie crumb and Cherry Sorbet (VE,GF)
▪️Crumble Topped Winter Spiced Apple Tart
With Cream and Winter Berries (VE,GF)
⭐️ TO FINISH
▪️Continental Cheese Board
(An additional extra, charged at £7.95 per person)
Why not finish with a Classic Cheese Board to your table. A selection of Continental Cheeses, Winter
Apple Chutney, Artisan Biscuits, Grapes and Celery.
Why not finish with a Classic Cheese Board to your table. A selection of Continental Cheeses, Winter
Apple Chutney, Artisan Biscuits, Grapes and Celery.
YOU CAN ALSO ADD DRINK PACKAGES:
🍷 House Drink Wristband – £50 per person
(Includes beer, cider, House Wine 187ml & soft drinks)
(Includes beer, cider, House Wine 187ml & soft drinks)
🍷 Premium Drink Wristband – £65 per person
(Includes beer, cider, House Wine 187ml, cocktails, Prosecco 200ml & single spirits and mixers)
COST
Cost is £56.95 per head… further information about the event can be found on the website on the event link.
🎟 BOOK ON THE EVENT LINK OR EMAIL:
📧 afterdark@meadopenfarm.co.uk
☎️ 01525 852 954
✨️ Northampton Winter Light Trail
Friday 13 December 2024
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.
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.
☃️ Bedford Winter Wonderland 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
DATES: Saturday 30th November - Sunday 5th January 2024
(Excluding 25th December 24)
(Excluding 25th December 24)
OPENING TIMES
NOVEMBER
🔸️Saturday 30th
12:00pm – 9:00pm
DECEMBER
🔸️Sunday 1st
12:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Monday 2nd – Friday 6th
4:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Saturday 7th – Sunday 8th
12:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Monday 9th to Friday 13th
4:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Saturday 14th to Monday 23rd Dec
12:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Christmas Eve – 12:00pm – 8:00pm
🔸️Christmas Day CLOSED – 25th Dec
🔸️Boxing Day – 12:00pm – 8:00pm
🔸️Friday 27th to Monday 30th Dec
12:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️New Years Eve
12:00pm – 8:00pm.
JANUARY 2025
🔸️New Years Day
12:00pm – 8:00pm
🔸️Thursday 2nd Jan – Saturday 4th Jan
12:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Sunday 5th Jan
12:00pm – 8:00pm
🎟 ENTRANCE FEE
The Entrance fee is only £2.00 Per Person.
Pre-book your entrance fee to guarantee your entry on the day. Pay on arrival is available.
💥Pre book Ice Skating and receive free entry per booking.
⭐️FOOD & DRINK
The Food Stalls and Bar require either cash or card.
⭐️ TOKENS FOR RIDES & ATTRACTIONS:
For all the rides we use tokens, £1 = 1 token.
ACTIVITIES
⛸️ Ice skating - pre book & receive free entry into Wonderland.
▪️Adults: £15/10
▪️Children: £13/£9
🎅 Santa's Grotto
(More info on the website)
🎠 Toyland: £2 - £5
Yes, we have our very one kids area! Featuring all your favourite children’s Rides & Attractions, with candy canes as high the sky!
Fairground rides: £2 - £5
⭐️Dodgems
⭐️Daredevil
⭐️Jetfire
⭐️Twister
⭐️Alcatraz
⭐️Runaway Train Coaster
⭐️Jets
⭐️Play Centre
⭐️Bungees
⭐️BumperCarz
⭐️Race O Rama
⭐️Monster Trucks
🎄 Christmas Tree Maze: £5
💥Pre book Ice Skating and receive free entry per booking.
⭐️FOOD & DRINK
The Food Stalls and Bar require either cash or card.
⭐️ TOKENS FOR RIDES & ATTRACTIONS:
For all the rides we use tokens, £1 = 1 token.
ACTIVITIES
⛸️ Ice skating - pre book & receive free entry into Wonderland.
▪️Adults: £15/10
▪️Children: £13/£9
🎅 Santa's Grotto
(More info on the website)
🎠 Toyland: £2 - £5
Yes, we have our very one kids area! Featuring all your favourite children’s Rides & Attractions, with candy canes as high the sky!
Fairground rides: £2 - £5
⭐️Dodgems
⭐️Daredevil
⭐️Jetfire
⭐️Twister
⭐️Alcatraz
⭐️Runaway Train Coaster
⭐️Jets
⭐️Play Centre
⭐️Bungees
⭐️BumperCarz
⭐️Race O Rama
⭐️Monster Trucks
🎄 Christmas Tree Maze: £5
(Infants aged 2 and under can enter for free
🎡 Big Wheel: £6
(Infants aged 2 and under can enter for free)
❗️ ENTRY FOR UNDER 12'S
All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a person aged 16 years or over.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking Available - Queens Street Multi Storey Car Park, Princes St, Bedford MK40 2HA
🎅 Santa's Grotto 50 Minutes Experience - The Olde Watermill - Barton-le-clay
🎅 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.
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.
💃 Christmas in the Walled Garden at Luton Hoo Estate (Works party/family/friends - Booking in advance needed)
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 18:30 - 01:00 Price: £95.00
DATES FOR 2024:
▪️SATURDAY 30TH NOVEMBER
▪️FRIDAY 6TH DECEMBER
▪️FRIDAY 13TH DECEMBER
▪️SATURDAY 14TH DECEMBER
▪️FRIDAY 20TH DECEMBER
💃CHRISTMAS PARTY CELEBRATIONS?
Celebrate the festive season in style and gather your colleagues, friends and family for a Christmas party in the Walled Garden! For an enchanting night of great food, dancing and celebrating, look no further than The Conservatory Luton Hoo.
🥂 EVENT DETAILS
Every great celebration starts with a great venue and there can be fewer more exclusive locations than The Conservatory at the Luton Hoo Walled Garden. This year, we are happy to be back hosting our shared party nights within the walls of our magical garden marquee.
✨️Walk through the enchanting front gates of the Walled Garden and be met with a sparking reception inside The Conservatory.
✨️Enjoy a delicious 3 course meal prepared by Chef and Butler under the magical starlight ceiling.
✨️Then end the night dancing away with our resident DJ.
TIMES
▪️18.30 arrival with sparkling reception -
▪️19.30 seated for dinner in the main room
▪️21.00 DJ and Disco
▪️01.00 Carriages
ℹ️ ENQUIRES & BOOKING
If you are looking for a venue to host an exclusive party, we also have you covered! Contact a member of our team to discuss further.
☎️ 01582-459216
📧 events@lutonhoo-walledgarden.co.uk
▪️SATURDAY 30TH NOVEMBER
▪️FRIDAY 6TH DECEMBER
▪️FRIDAY 13TH DECEMBER
▪️SATURDAY 14TH DECEMBER
▪️FRIDAY 20TH DECEMBER
💃CHRISTMAS PARTY CELEBRATIONS?
Celebrate the festive season in style and gather your colleagues, friends and family for a Christmas party in the Walled Garden! For an enchanting night of great food, dancing and celebrating, look no further than The Conservatory Luton Hoo.
🥂 EVENT DETAILS
Every great celebration starts with a great venue and there can be fewer more exclusive locations than The Conservatory at the Luton Hoo Walled Garden. This year, we are happy to be back hosting our shared party nights within the walls of our magical garden marquee.
✨️Walk through the enchanting front gates of the Walled Garden and be met with a sparking reception inside The Conservatory.
✨️Enjoy a delicious 3 course meal prepared by Chef and Butler under the magical starlight ceiling.
✨️Then end the night dancing away with our resident DJ.
TIMES
▪️18.30 arrival with sparkling reception -
▪️19.30 seated for dinner in the main room
▪️21.00 DJ and Disco
▪️01.00 Carriages
ℹ️ ENQUIRES & BOOKING
If you are looking for a venue to host an exclusive party, we also have you covered! Contact a member of our team to discuss further.
☎️ 01582-459216
📧 events@lutonhoo-walledgarden.co.uk
🍕🥂 Christmas Bottomless Pizza, Prosecco and Wine night in Leighton Buzzard
Friday 13 December 2024
🍕 We are so excited to announce another bottomless Pizza and Prosecco night at Amore Pizzeria in Leighton Buzzard.
🍻 FOOD & DRINK
Don't like Proscesco or wine? No problem, beers are also bottomless Come along and enjoy all you can eat pizza and all you can drink Prosecco and or wine.
TIME SLOTS TO CHOOSES FROM
⭐️5pm till 7pm
⭐️7pm till 9pm
⭐️9pm to 11pm
COST & BOOKING
Price £40 per person.
Please contact us by phone or Facebook message us.
☎️ 07957 232392
🍻 FOOD & DRINK
Don't like Proscesco or wine? No problem, beers are also bottomless Come along and enjoy all you can eat pizza and all you can drink Prosecco and or wine.
TIME SLOTS TO CHOOSES FROM
⭐️5pm till 7pm
⭐️7pm till 9pm
⭐️9pm to 11pm
COST & BOOKING
Price £40 per person.
Please contact us by phone or Facebook message us.
☎️ 07957 232392
🎩 Victorian Christmas & Santa's Grotto Option - Milton Keynes Museum
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 16:30 - 19:00
DATES & TIMES:
▪️Friday 29th Nov: 4:30pm-7:00pm
▪️Saturday 30th Nov: 10:30am - 5:00pm
▪️Sunday 1st Dec: 10:30am - 5:00pm
▪️Friday 6th Dec: 4:30pm-7:00pm
▪️Saturday 7th Dec: 10:30am - 5:00pm
▪️Sunday 8th Dec: 10:30am - 5:00pm
▪️Friday 13th Dec: 4:30pm-7:00pm
▪️Saturday 14th Dec: 10:30am - 5:00pm
▪️Sunday 15th Dec: 10:30am - 5:00pm
🎩 EVENT DETAILS
▪️Friday 29th Nov: 4:30pm-7:00pm
▪️Saturday 30th Nov: 10:30am - 5:00pm
▪️Sunday 1st Dec: 10:30am - 5:00pm
▪️Friday 6th Dec: 4:30pm-7:00pm
▪️Saturday 7th Dec: 10:30am - 5:00pm
▪️Sunday 8th Dec: 10:30am - 5:00pm
▪️Friday 13th Dec: 4:30pm-7:00pm
▪️Saturday 14th Dec: 10:30am - 5:00pm
▪️Sunday 15th Dec: 10:30am - 5:00pm
🎩 EVENT DETAILS
Step into the magic of a Victorian Christmas this festive season at the Milton Keynes Museum.
🔥 Immerse yourself in the charm of our beautifully decorated Victorian farmhouse, where the crackling fire invites you to warm up and enjoy freshly made toast with butter.
🎼 Sing along with our cheerful volunteers as carols fill the air around the pianola.
🍷Indulge in the festive flavours of mince pies and mulled wine.
🍷Indulge in the festive flavours of mince pies and mulled wine.
Gather up the family and create lasting family memories at your local museum.
🎟 TICKET PRICES
Pay once and visit for free all year round!
▪️Adult: £17.50
▪️Child (5 - 16): £12.00
▪️Consession: £13.50
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Family (2 adults & 4 children): £45.00
🎅 SANTA’S GROTTO OPTION -
£15 PER CHILD
Join Father Christmas and his merry elves as they transform the museum grounds into a magical grotto.
Bring your little ones to help Mrs. Christmas whip up some special reindeer treats for Christmas Eve, enjoy festive crafts with the elves, and meet Santa himself to receive a special gift.
You must also purchase Museum tickets in advance or present your annual ticket on the day.
✅️ BOOK TICKETS ON THE MILTON KEYNES MUSEUM WEBSITE VIA THE EVENT LINK
〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️
♿️ Accessibility
Unfortunately, due to the age of some of the Museum’s buildings, some areas are not easily accessible for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Please call the Museum to discuss individual access needs.
☎️ 01908 316222.
🎟 TICKET PRICES
Pay once and visit for free all year round!
▪️Adult: £17.50
▪️Child (5 - 16): £12.00
▪️Consession: £13.50
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Family (2 adults & 4 children): £45.00
🎅 SANTA’S GROTTO OPTION -
£15 PER CHILD
Join Father Christmas and his merry elves as they transform the museum grounds into a magical grotto.
Bring your little ones to help Mrs. Christmas whip up some special reindeer treats for Christmas Eve, enjoy festive crafts with the elves, and meet Santa himself to receive a special gift.
You must also purchase Museum tickets in advance or present your annual ticket on the day.
✅️ BOOK TICKETS ON THE MILTON KEYNES MUSEUM WEBSITE VIA THE EVENT LINK
〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️〰️
♿️ Accessibility
Unfortunately, due to the age of some of the Museum’s buildings, some areas are not easily accessible for wheelchairs or pushchairs. Please call the Museum to discuss individual access needs.
☎️ 01908 316222.
☃️ Narnia at Wrest Park 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
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
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
🎭 Beauty and the Beast Panto at Grove Theatre in Dunstable 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
👸Don’t miss this year’s hilarious fun-filled family pantomime, Beauty and the Beast, starring TV Legend JOE SWASH!
DATES:
Friday 6 December, 2024 – Sunday 5 January, 2025
DATES:
Friday 6 December, 2024 – Sunday 5 January, 2025
⭐️ FEATURING JOE WALSH
Joe Swash (King of the Jungle in I’m A Celebrity…, winner of Dancing on Ice, EastEnders), will be joined by Dunstable favourite, Will Kenning.
Joe Swash (King of the Jungle in I’m A Celebrity…, winner of Dancing on Ice, EastEnders), will be joined by Dunstable favourite, Will Kenning.
⭐️ Jaymi Hensley (Union J) is back by popular demand, alongside Winner of The Voice Anthonia Edwards and West End legend Alison Jiear.
⭐️ Once again, the show will be written by Paul Hendy and produced by the award-winning Evolution Productions, the same team behind last year’s record breaking smash hit pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk.
⭐️ With more exciting casting news soon, hilarious comedy, and lavish sets and costumes, Beauty and the Beast promises to be our biggest and best pantomime ever!
It’s never too early to book, so get your favourite seats now!
‘PURE COMEDY’ – Nova Horley
‘LAUGHED UNTIL WE CRIED’ – Bee Local Magazine
‘TONS OF AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT & FUN’ – Mumday Funday
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🎫 TICKET PRICE'S/DATES & TIMES
💚Green Performance:
All Seats £18.50
▪️10th-12 Dec - 10:30am & 1:30pm,
▪️13th - Dec - 1pm,
▪️17th-18th Dec - 10:30am & 1:30pm
🩷Pink Performance:
Price Band A £23
Price Band B £19
(Concessions £4 off)
▪️6th Dec - 7pm,
▪️7th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️8 Dec - 1pm & 5pm.
💙Blue Performance:
Price Band A £27
Price Band B £23
(Concessions £4 off)
▪️13th Dec - 7pm,
▪️14th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️15th Dec - 1pm & 5pm,
▪️21st Dec - 11:30pm,
▪️28th Dec - 11:30pm,
▪️31st Dec - 11am,
▪️2nd-4th Jan - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️5th Jan - 11am & 3pm.
💚Green Performance:
All Seats £18.50
▪️10th-12 Dec - 10:30am & 1:30pm,
▪️13th - Dec - 1pm,
▪️17th-18th Dec - 10:30am & 1:30pm
🩷Pink Performance:
Price Band A £23
Price Band B £19
(Concessions £4 off)
▪️6th Dec - 7pm,
▪️7th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️8 Dec - 1pm & 5pm.
💙Blue Performance:
Price Band A £27
Price Band B £23
(Concessions £4 off)
▪️13th Dec - 7pm,
▪️14th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️15th Dec - 1pm & 5pm,
▪️21st Dec - 11:30pm,
▪️28th Dec - 11:30pm,
▪️31st Dec - 11am,
▪️2nd-4th Jan - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️5th Jan - 11am & 3pm.
💛Gold Performance:
Price Band A £33.50
Price Band B £27.50
▪️20th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️21st Dec - 3pm & 7pm,
▪️22nd Dec - 1pm & 5pm,
▪️23rd Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️24th Dec - 11am & 3pm,
▪️26th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️27th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️28th Dec - 3pm & 7pm,
▪️29th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️30th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️31st Dec - 3pm.
Price Band A £33.50
Price Band B £27.50
▪️20th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️21st Dec - 3pm & 7pm,
▪️22nd Dec - 1pm & 5pm,
▪️23rd Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️24th Dec - 11am & 3pm,
▪️26th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️27th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️28th Dec - 3pm & 7pm,
▪️29th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️30th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️31st Dec - 3pm.
🔊 Audio Described Performance:
Sun 15 December - 1pm
👉Signed Performance:
Thu 27 December - 2pm
Sun 15 December - 1pm
👉Signed Performance:
Thu 27 December - 2pm
😌 Relaxed Performance:
Thu 2 January - 2pm
Thu 2 January - 2pm
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Please phone for bookings and enquires on:
☎️ 01582 60 20 80
🇺🇲 🎤 AMERICAN FOUR TOPS Motown Show at Bedford Corn Exchange
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 19:30 Price: £29.00
🎤 Direct from the USA, Soul Satisfaction’s AMERICAN FOUR TOPS Motown Show has been travelling internationally bringing all the sweet soul music and the Motown magic to their audiences.
▪️Door & bar opens: 6.30pm
▪️Show starts: 7.30pm
🎵 With powerful vocals, splendid harmonies and the high stepping dance routines, you will be taken on a journey through all the hits of the Four Tops, Reach Out, Baby I Need Your Loving, Walk Away Renee, Same Old Song, Loco in Acalpulco, Standing In the Shadow, Bernadette along with other classic hits from the golden era including songs from the Temptations, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, Marvin Gaye, Ben E King and many more Motown and soul legends.
▪️Door & bar opens: 6.30pm
▪️Show starts: 7.30pm
🎵 With powerful vocals, splendid harmonies and the high stepping dance routines, you will be taken on a journey through all the hits of the Four Tops, Reach Out, Baby I Need Your Loving, Walk Away Renee, Same Old Song, Loco in Acalpulco, Standing In the Shadow, Bernadette along with other classic hits from the golden era including songs from the Temptations, Smokey Robinson and the Miracles, Marvin Gaye, Ben E King and many more Motown and soul legends.
🕺Backed by the Soul Unlimited band this is an exciting live concert experience guaranteed to have you will be dancing all night long!
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS & TELEPHONE BOOKINGS PLEASE CALL:
☎️ 01234 718044
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS & TELEPHONE BOOKINGS PLEASE CALL:
☎️ 01234 718044
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🎅 FREE SANTA'S GROTTO IN SHEFFORD
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 15:30 - 19:30
🎅 Santa's coming to Shefford 2024!
Shefford Town Council, sponsored by everyone active and Harris and Sons Funfairs, are holding a free event for children to visit Santa.
🎁 DETAILS
His grotto will be from:
3:30pm to 7:30pm on Friday 13th December 2024, in Shefford Town Centre, so we hope to see you there!
Shefford Town Council, sponsored by everyone active and Harris and Sons Funfairs, are holding a free event for children to visit Santa.
🎁 DETAILS
His grotto will be from:
3:30pm to 7:30pm on Friday 13th December 2024, in Shefford Town Centre, so we hope to see you there!
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🌠 DUNSTABLE TWILIGHT CHRISTMAS MARKET 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 15:00 - 20:00
🌟 DETAILS
Twilight is a very popular Christmas Market in Ashton Square, Dunstable Bedfordshire. FREE ENTRY!
DATES & TIMES:
▪️Fri 13th Dec: 3pm - 8pm
▪️Sat 14th Dec: 3pm - 8pm
▪️Sun 15th Dec: 10am - 3pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎶 Live music on stage,
🎅 Santa grotto - FREE,
🎠 Childrens rides - FREE,
🎁 Christmas stalls,
🎄 Christmas lights.
🎶 STAGE LINE UP
⭐️ Friday 13 December 2024
▪️3.30 pm: Calling Dunstable Local Schools
▪️4.30 pm: Silas
▪️5.30 pm: Lime Stones
▪️6.30 pm: Average at Best
▪️7.30 pm: Swing Dance MK
⭐️ Saturday 14 December 2024
▪️3.30 pm: The Square Methodist Church
▪️4.30 pm: Agnieszka Murchie
▪️5.30 pm: Calling Dunstable and NGYT
▪️6.30 pm: Salvation Army
▪️7.30 pm: Fizzy Lizzy
⭐️ Sunday 15 December 2024
▪️10.30 am: Dunstable Ladies choir
▪️11.30 am: Tony and Silas
▪️12.30 pm: Elena
▪️1.30 pm: Average at Best
▪️2.30 pm: Kiah Rihanna
Twilight is a very popular Christmas Market in Ashton Square, Dunstable Bedfordshire. FREE ENTRY!
DATES & TIMES:
▪️Fri 13th Dec: 3pm - 8pm
▪️Sat 14th Dec: 3pm - 8pm
▪️Sun 15th Dec: 10am - 3pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎶 Live music on stage,
🎅 Santa grotto - FREE,
🎠 Childrens rides - FREE,
🎁 Christmas stalls,
🎄 Christmas lights.
🎶 STAGE LINE UP
⭐️ Friday 13 December 2024
▪️3.30 pm: Calling Dunstable Local Schools
▪️4.30 pm: Silas
▪️5.30 pm: Lime Stones
▪️6.30 pm: Average at Best
▪️7.30 pm: Swing Dance MK
⭐️ Saturday 14 December 2024
▪️3.30 pm: The Square Methodist Church
▪️4.30 pm: Agnieszka Murchie
▪️5.30 pm: Calling Dunstable and NGYT
▪️6.30 pm: Salvation Army
▪️7.30 pm: Fizzy Lizzy
⭐️ Sunday 15 December 2024
▪️10.30 am: Dunstable Ladies choir
▪️11.30 am: Tony and Silas
▪️12.30 pm: Elena
▪️1.30 pm: Average at Best
▪️2.30 pm: Kiah Rihanna
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⚡️Southcott School Lazer Light Show 2024 in Leighton Buzzard
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 17:00 - 20:00 Price: £4.00
🧑🎄 Looking for a fun Christmassy event for the whole family this Friday 13th December 2024? Southcott School Association in Leighton Buzzard are excited to invite you to their Christmas Laser Show!
▪️ENTRY: 5PM
▪️LAZER LIGHT SHOW: 7PM
WHAT TO EXPECT:
⭐️ Spectacular Laser show
⭐️ Food Trucks
⭐️ Craft market
⭐️ Choirs
⭐️ Games
⭐️ Licensed bars
⭐️ Santa*
FOOD:
🔸️ Bee Thai,
🔸️ Lord Chips
🔸️ The BBQ Kitchen
🎟 BOOK TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK IN ADVANCE
Entry: £4 each
Under 3: Free
Add on meet Father Christmas: £3
▪️ENTRY: 5PM
▪️LAZER LIGHT SHOW: 7PM
WHAT TO EXPECT:
⭐️ Spectacular Laser show
⭐️ Food Trucks
⭐️ Craft market
⭐️ Choirs
⭐️ Games
⭐️ Licensed bars
⭐️ Santa*
FOOD:
🔸️ Bee Thai,
🔸️ Lord Chips
🔸️ The BBQ Kitchen
🎟 BOOK TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK IN ADVANCE
Entry: £4 each
Under 3: Free
Add on meet Father Christmas: £3
🎤 STONEGARDEN live at the Crooked Crow, Leighton Buzzard
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 21:00
🎤Following our May the Fourth (be with you) gig here earlier in the year we are back for a Friday the 13th special in the depths of a cold, dark December at The Crooked Crow in Leighton Buzzard.
🎸 DETAILS - FREE ENTRY!
The best place to be in Bedfordshire to shake off bad luck and sensations of impending doom by being blasted with your favourite grunge and alternative metal songs by bands like Alice In Chains, Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, Soundgarden, RATM, Pearl Jam and more.
🎸 DETAILS - FREE ENTRY!
The best place to be in Bedfordshire to shake off bad luck and sensations of impending doom by being blasted with your favourite grunge and alternative metal songs by bands like Alice In Chains, Nirvana, Smashing Pumpkins, Soundgarden, RATM, Pearl Jam and more.
🎄 Hitchin Christmas Tree Festival Weekend 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 14:30 - 18:00
Come and join us for this years Christmas Tree Festival 2024 at Holy Saviour Church in Hitchin over the weekend.
🎄FRIDAY 13TH DECEMBER 2024
▪️2.45pm-4.45pm: Quiet Session
▪️5.00pm-5.45pm: Kids Festival Singalong with Joana Gill
🎄SATURDAY 14TH DECEMBER 2024
⭐️ St Andrews School will be singing at 12pm.
⭐️ Live music all day.
⭐️ Cafe open, serving hot food and delicious cakes!
🎄SUNDAY 15TH DECEMBER 2024
Join us for the final day of Hitchin’s Epic Christmas Tree Festival!
⭐️We open at 12pm, with Codicote School Choir performing.
⭐️We have live music all day,
⭐️Hot food and delicious cakes.
⭐️At 6pm, there will be a short service by Father Ian, where the winners will be announced.
🎟 ENTRY PRICE:
▪️Adults: £5
▪️Accompanied children: Free
🎄FRIDAY 13TH DECEMBER 2024
▪️2.45pm-4.45pm: Quiet Session
▪️5.00pm-5.45pm: Kids Festival Singalong with Joana Gill
🎄SATURDAY 14TH DECEMBER 2024
⭐️ St Andrews School will be singing at 12pm.
⭐️ Live music all day.
⭐️ Cafe open, serving hot food and delicious cakes!
🎄SUNDAY 15TH DECEMBER 2024
Join us for the final day of Hitchin’s Epic Christmas Tree Festival!
⭐️We open at 12pm, with Codicote School Choir performing.
⭐️We have live music all day,
⭐️Hot food and delicious cakes.
⭐️At 6pm, there will be a short service by Father Ian, where the winners will be announced.
🎟 ENTRY PRICE:
▪️Adults: £5
▪️Accompanied children: Free
🧑🎄 Christmas Parties with Dinner, Dj & Casino Tables in Hitchin
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 18:00 - 01:00 Price: £43.00
🧑🎄 Book your Christmas Party date for 2024 at The Town Hall in Hitchin before it get's booked up!
2024 DATES:
▪️Friday 6th December
2024 DATES:
▪️Friday 6th December
- ▪️Thursday 12th December
- ▪️Friday 13th December
- ▪️Thursday 19th December
WHAT TO EXPECT
What does our package include?
⭐️ Traditional Christmas Dinner Buffet (vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options available)
⭐️ Fully licenced bar
⭐️ DJ
⭐️ Casino tables
⭐️ Photo booth area
TIME
▪️Arrival from: 6.30pm,
▪️Closes at: 1am
✅️ TO BOOK & MORE INFORMATION CLICK ON THE EVENT LINK.
🎭 A Christmas Carol at The Place Bedford
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 19:30 - 21:20
🎭 The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company present a brand-new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ fantastical festive fable.
DATES & TIMES
12 Dec, 19:30
13 Dec, 19:30
14 Dec, 14:30
14 Dec, 19:30
15 Dec, 14:30
15 Dec, 19:30
19 Dec, 19:30
20 Dec, 19:30
21 Dec, 14:30
21 Dec, 19:30
22 Dec, 14:30
22 Dec, 19:30
🎄 DETAILS
It’s Christmas Eve and tight-fisted Ebenezer Scrooge is meaner than ever. He is shunning his only living relative, underpaying his clerk and refusing to acknowledge the plight of the poor… but will timely visits from the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and Future change his miserly ways before it’s too late?
🤭 PERFORMERS
Performed by a multi-talented cast in The Pantaloons’ own inimitable, hilarious and moving style this show features live music, audience interaction and absolutely no humbug!
🎫 TICKET PRICE
▪️Family - 4 people (up to 2 Adults): £48.00
▪️Adult: £16.00
▪️Senior and Unemployed: £12.50
▪️Children: £10.00
♿️ 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.
DATES & TIMES
12 Dec, 19:30
13 Dec, 19:30
14 Dec, 14:30
14 Dec, 19:30
15 Dec, 14:30
15 Dec, 19:30
19 Dec, 19:30
20 Dec, 19:30
21 Dec, 14:30
21 Dec, 19:30
22 Dec, 14:30
22 Dec, 19:30
🎄 DETAILS
It’s Christmas Eve and tight-fisted Ebenezer Scrooge is meaner than ever. He is shunning his only living relative, underpaying his clerk and refusing to acknowledge the plight of the poor… but will timely visits from the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and Future change his miserly ways before it’s too late?
🤭 PERFORMERS
Performed by a multi-talented cast in The Pantaloons’ own inimitable, hilarious and moving style this show features live music, audience interaction and absolutely no humbug!
🎫 TICKET PRICE
▪️Family - 4 people (up to 2 Adults): £48.00
▪️Adult: £16.00
▪️Senior and Unemployed: £12.50
▪️Children: £10.00
♿️ 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.
🦌👣TRING NATIONAL HISTORY MUSEUM RUDOLPH CHRISTMAS TRAIL
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
DATES & TIMES:
▪️Tuesday 3rd December 2024 - 5th January 2025
▪️Closed Mondays & other festive dates.
▪️10.00-17.00 (last entry 16.00)
🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
Help Father Christmas round up his reindeer from their holidays.
🔎Search the galleries and help Father Christmas track them down by using clues from the postcards the reindeer sent from their travels.
Suitable for all ages.
🎫 COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED:
▪️Entry into the museum: FREE
▪️Trail sheet: £1
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☕️ MUSEUM CAFE
Open: Tuesday - Sunday 10:00-mid afternoon.
🍰 Take a break from exploring the Museum and enjoy a fantastic selection of hot and cold drinks, lunches, cakes, children’s lunches and daily specials.
⭐️Take away is available
⭐️High Chairs are available
⭐️The Museum café is also open to non-Museum visitors.
📍WHERE I CAN FIND THE CAFE
The Museum cafe is on the lower ground level. Enter the cafe from our Akeman Street Car Park, by using the lift or by going round the outside of the building. To get to the cafe from the car park you have to go down two steps or a short slope. The cafe doors are 138cm wide. There are male and female toilets outside the cafe within 10 metres. To get to these toilets you have to go up one step. Both male and female toilets have baby changing facilities.
▪️Tuesday 3rd December 2024 - 5th January 2025
▪️Closed Mondays & other festive dates.
▪️10.00-17.00 (last entry 16.00)
🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
Help Father Christmas round up his reindeer from their holidays.
🔎Search the galleries and help Father Christmas track them down by using clues from the postcards the reindeer sent from their travels.
Suitable for all ages.
🎫 COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED:
▪️Entry into the museum: FREE
▪️Trail sheet: £1
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☕️ MUSEUM CAFE
Open: Tuesday - Sunday 10:00-mid afternoon.
🍰 Take a break from exploring the Museum and enjoy a fantastic selection of hot and cold drinks, lunches, cakes, children’s lunches and daily specials.
⭐️Take away is available
⭐️High Chairs are available
⭐️The Museum café is also open to non-Museum visitors.
📍WHERE I CAN FIND THE CAFE
The Museum cafe is on the lower ground level. Enter the cafe from our Akeman Street Car Park, by using the lift or by going round the outside of the building. To get to the cafe from the car park you have to go down two steps or a short slope. The cafe doors are 138cm wide. There are male and female toilets outside the cafe within 10 metres. To get to these toilets you have to go up one step. Both male and female toilets have baby changing facilities.
🎅 Bob Sleigh & Santa 2024 - New Cardington
Friday 13 December 2024
🎅🛷 Bobsleigh is back and ready to spread some festive cheer with Santa as he rides around the streets of Bedford and surrounding areas this Christmas!
🚨 Keep an eye out for his magical lights and festive music as he will be visiting:
DATES & STOPS
▪️2nd December - Riverfield Drive, Bedford
▪️3rd December - Great Denham
▪️4th December - Biggleswade
(King's Reach)
▪️5th December - Wixams
(Brooklands Avenue)
▪️6th December - Wixams
(Willow Grove)
▪️9th December - Markham Rise & Maskall Drive, Bedford
▪️10th December - Great Barford
▪️11th December - Shortstown
▪️12th December - Wilstead
⭐️▪️13th December - New Cardington
WHAT TIME?
Unfortunately, we can’t advise on the exact roads or times that Bob Sleigh and Santa will travel down for each route, but please listen out for them as you’ll hear the music.
💖 DONATIONS
If you would like to make a gift to support our vital work for Keech Hospice Care this Christmas, please give whatever you can to our merry helpers on the night or donate online today. Anything you can spare will make a huge difference and allow us to continue making the difference when it matters the most.
ℹ️ ABOUT THE CHARITY
As a charity, we rely on the generosity of the local community to provide specialist care for adults and children with life-limiting conditions, and much needed support for their loved ones. Helping them to live well and make every day count.
We are incredibly grateful for whatever you can give this Christmas.
🧑🎄 On behalf of all the families, patients, staff and volunteers at Keech Hospice Care, thank you for your support – and a very Merry Christmas.
DATES & STOPS
▪️2nd December - Riverfield Drive, Bedford
▪️3rd December - Great Denham
▪️4th December - Biggleswade
(King's Reach)
▪️5th December - Wixams
(Brooklands Avenue)
▪️6th December - Wixams
(Willow Grove)
▪️9th December - Markham Rise & Maskall Drive, Bedford
▪️10th December - Great Barford
▪️11th December - Shortstown
▪️12th December - Wilstead
⭐️▪️13th December - New Cardington
WHAT TIME?
Unfortunately, we can’t advise on the exact roads or times that Bob Sleigh and Santa will travel down for each route, but please listen out for them as you’ll hear the music.
💖 DONATIONS
If you would like to make a gift to support our vital work for Keech Hospice Care this Christmas, please give whatever you can to our merry helpers on the night or donate online today. Anything you can spare will make a huge difference and allow us to continue making the difference when it matters the most.
ℹ️ ABOUT THE CHARITY
As a charity, we rely on the generosity of the local community to provide specialist care for adults and children with life-limiting conditions, and much needed support for their loved ones. Helping them to live well and make every day count.
We are incredibly grateful for whatever you can give this Christmas.
🧑🎄 On behalf of all the families, patients, staff and volunteers at Keech Hospice Care, thank you for your support – and a very Merry Christmas.
🎊 Christmas 80's/90's Party Nights 2024 at The King's Reach in Biggleswade
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 18:00
🎅 Friday is funday at the Kings Reach in Biggleswade! Bring a group of friends or colleagues & have a party!
DATES:
▪️Friday 6th December 24
▪️Friday 13th December 2e
▪️Friday 20th December 24
😋 3 COURSE FESTIVE MENU - £29.50pp
Join us for a 3 course festive meal.
You can view the menu in the photos below.
🎶 MUSIC
Our dj will play low music until 8.30pm, then the party will start!
Fancy dress optional
🥂 BAR
Late bar until Midnight
🎟 DEPOSIT - £5pp
£5pp to book your table. Pre-order 3 weeks prior.
☎️ BOOKING
Please ring us to enquire further;
01767 667000
DATES:
▪️Friday 6th December 24
▪️Friday 13th December 2e
▪️Friday 20th December 24
😋 3 COURSE FESTIVE MENU - £29.50pp
Join us for a 3 course festive meal.
You can view the menu in the photos below.
🎶 MUSIC
Our dj will play low music until 8.30pm, then the party will start!
Fancy dress optional
🥂 BAR
Late bar until Midnight
🎟 DEPOSIT - £5pp
£5pp to book your table. Pre-order 3 weeks prior.
☎️ BOOKING
Please ring us to enquire further;
01767 667000
✨️ Festive Evenings at Dunstable Downs 2024
Time: 17:00 - 19:00 Price: £8.00
✨️ As darkness falls on the Downs, join us for a cosy evening of music, creativity, and festive fun as we light up the courtyard at The Visitor Centre. Enjoy after-hours shopping, bauble-making workshops, and a magical, fairy-light enhanced version of our 'Chaos at Christmas' family trail.
DATES:
▪️Friday 6th December 24
▪️Friday 13th December 24
▪️Friday 20th December 24
TIME: 5pm - 7pm
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
🛍 After-hours access to our festooned visitor centre and shop.
🔴 Bauble-making workshops.
✨️ A special night-time version of our family trail, 'Chaos at Christmas,' illuminated by fairy lights.
😋 Warming festive food and drink available for purchase.
▪️Friday 6th December 24
▪️Friday 13th December 24
▪️Friday 20th December 24
TIME: 5pm - 7pm
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
🛍 After-hours access to our festooned visitor centre and shop.
🔴 Bauble-making workshops.
✨️ A special night-time version of our family trail, 'Chaos at Christmas,' illuminated by fairy lights.
😋 Warming festive food and drink available for purchase.
🎶 Live music echoing around our landscape, with local choirs providing a family fun selection of pop and Christmas favourites:
🔸️Friday 6th December- Glee Club UK (Leighton Buzzard)
🔸️Friday 13th December - Rock Choir (Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire & Buckinghamshire)
🔸️Friday 20th December - Wing Singers (Leighton Buzzard)
🔸️Friday 13th December - Rock Choir (Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire & Buckinghamshire)
🔸️Friday 20th December - Wing Singers (Leighton Buzzard)
🅿️ PARKING
Usual parking charges apply.
🎟 TICKETS - BOOK VIA THE EVENT LINK
▪️£8 per person
▪️Under 2's are free
Usual parking charges apply.
🎟 TICKETS - BOOK VIA THE EVENT LINK
▪️£8 per person
▪️Under 2's are free
🧑🎄 Dunstable Downs Festive Lunch 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
🧑🎄 With crackers, decorations, perfect winter views, and a warming festive lunch with all the trimmings, you don't need anymore reason to get together with friends and family this holiday season at Dunstable Downs, The Gateway Centre.
DATES & TIME
🔸️Monday–Friday 25 November to 20 December 2024
🔸️Between 12.00pm and 3.00pm.
📖 WHAT'S ON THE MENU?
Main menu:
1️⃣ Parsnip and apple soup.
2️⃣ Roast turkey with all the trimmings.
3️⃣ Apple crumble or Christmas pudding with brandy sauce.
Vegetarian menu:
1️⃣ Parsnip and apple soup.
2️⃣ Vegan Pieminister Mooless pie with all the trimmings.
3️⃣ Apple crumble or Christmas pudding with brandy sauce.
👶 Children portions available
🧑🎄 MENU PRICE'S
(2 and 3 course meals come with a complimentary regular hot drink and mince pie to finish)
▪️Adult One course: £16.95
▪️Adult Two course - £25.00
▪️Adult Three course: £30.00
▪️Child: £12.95
🐶 DOGS
Well behaved dogs welcome on leads.
MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE ON:
☎️ 0344 249 1895
📧 dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
DATES & TIME
🔸️Monday–Friday 25 November to 20 December 2024
🔸️Between 12.00pm and 3.00pm.
📖 WHAT'S ON THE MENU?
Main menu:
1️⃣ Parsnip and apple soup.
2️⃣ Roast turkey with all the trimmings.
3️⃣ Apple crumble or Christmas pudding with brandy sauce.
Vegetarian menu:
1️⃣ Parsnip and apple soup.
2️⃣ Vegan Pieminister Mooless pie with all the trimmings.
3️⃣ Apple crumble or Christmas pudding with brandy sauce.
👶 Children portions available
🧑🎄 MENU PRICE'S
(2 and 3 course meals come with a complimentary regular hot drink and mince pie to finish)
▪️Adult One course: £16.95
▪️Adult Two course - £25.00
▪️Adult Three course: £30.00
▪️Child: £12.95
🐶 DOGS
Well behaved dogs welcome on leads.
MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE ON:
☎️ 0344 249 1895
📧 dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
🌠 SHUTTLEWORTH IN LIGHTS 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
Shuttleworth in Lights 2024
Fri 15 Nov 2024 - Sun 15 Dec 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!
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
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🔸️£0.00: Shuttleworth in Lights 2024 - Carer
🎅 Santa's Grotto Experience at The Friendly Nettle Café in Shortstown
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 17:30 - 19:30 Price: £17.00
🎅 Please join us at the Friendly Nettle Cafe for an evening of fun festivities with Father Christmas on Friday 13th December 2024.
▪️AGES: 2 - 9
▪️COST: £17 per child
The price for this event is £17 per child (which also includes a free mince pie & mulled wine for the adults).
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
This is a group event that will start at 5.30 pm which will last around 1 hour.
🍪 Children will start the evening doing some Christmas crafts- decorating their own gingerbread biscuit to take home and making magical reindeer food for them to sprinkle on Christmas Eve (wildlife friendly we hasten to add!)
🎅 Then it’s time to gather round with the big man himself, whilst he tells the children all about what he and the elves have been up to at the North Pole and finishes by reading a lovely Christmas story.
📸 There will be photo opportunities to snap a picture of your child with Santa.
🎁 Upon leaving they will receive an age appropriate gift that will be personally labelled for them along with the biscuit and reindeer food they made earlier.
🖍AFTER SANTA
We will be staying open until 7.30pm you’d like to stay a while after. We will have Christmas themed colouring sheets and pencils that the children can help themselves too.
☕️ Please note- The bar will be open to purchase drinks and cakes upon arrival but use of the coffee machine & blender will be paused whilst the children are in with Father Christmas due to the noise they create, once the meeting with Santa portion of the experience is over the bar will once again reopen.
🎟 BOOKING INFORMATION
(Book via the event link)
Please send a message once booked including the
▪️Name,
▪️Gender,
▪️Age,
▪️Any dietary requirements & allergies of each child.
❗️Please also include any nut allergies for anyone else who will be attending with the child and if you’re happy for us to take pictures of the evening with your children in them and use the photos on social media? Please add yes to photography or no to photography in your message. Many thanks.
▪️AGES: 2 - 9
▪️COST: £17 per child
The price for this event is £17 per child (which also includes a free mince pie & mulled wine for the adults).
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
This is a group event that will start at 5.30 pm which will last around 1 hour.
🍪 Children will start the evening doing some Christmas crafts- decorating their own gingerbread biscuit to take home and making magical reindeer food for them to sprinkle on Christmas Eve (wildlife friendly we hasten to add!)
🎅 Then it’s time to gather round with the big man himself, whilst he tells the children all about what he and the elves have been up to at the North Pole and finishes by reading a lovely Christmas story.
📸 There will be photo opportunities to snap a picture of your child with Santa.
🎁 Upon leaving they will receive an age appropriate gift that will be personally labelled for them along with the biscuit and reindeer food they made earlier.
🖍AFTER SANTA
We will be staying open until 7.30pm you’d like to stay a while after. We will have Christmas themed colouring sheets and pencils that the children can help themselves too.
☕️ Please note- The bar will be open to purchase drinks and cakes upon arrival but use of the coffee machine & blender will be paused whilst the children are in with Father Christmas due to the noise they create, once the meeting with Santa portion of the experience is over the bar will once again reopen.
🎟 BOOKING INFORMATION
(Book via the event link)
Please send a message once booked including the
▪️Name,
▪️Gender,
▪️Age,
▪️Any dietary requirements & allergies of each child.
❗️Please also include any nut allergies for anyone else who will be attending with the child and if you’re happy for us to take pictures of the evening with your children in them and use the photos on social media? Please add yes to photography or no to photography in your message. Many thanks.
☃️ Stevenage Winter Wonderland 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 14:00 - 22:00
☃️ STEVENAGE WINTER WONDERLAND IS HERE FOR 2024!
28th Nov 24 - 1st Jan 25
DATES & TIMES:
▪️Weekdays: 4pm - 10pm
▪️Weekends: 12-10pm
▪️21st Dec - 1st Jan open from:
12pm - 10pm
🚫 (Closed Christmas Day)
ENTRY: Entrance Fee to Stevenage Winter Wonderland: £2.00 per person
Free entry when you purchase any Ice Skating Packages online
🎠 AMUSEMENTS
28th Nov 24 - 1st Jan 25
DATES & TIMES:
▪️Weekdays: 4pm - 10pm
▪️Weekends: 12-10pm
▪️21st Dec - 1st Jan open from:
12pm - 10pm
🚫 (Closed Christmas Day)
ENTRY: Entrance Fee to Stevenage Winter Wonderland: £2.00 per person
Free entry when you purchase any Ice Skating Packages online
🎠 AMUSEMENTS
Experience the excitement at Stevenage Winter Wonderland! With thrilling rides for all ages, there's adventure around every corner. From charming carousels to the classic Ferris wheel, there's fun for everyone. The laughter of kids and the cheers of adults fill the air, making it a magical atmosphere. Gather your friends, grab some candyfloss, and enjoy a world of joy and thrills!
🎅 MEET & GREET SANTA -
🎟 Available weekends only untill 22/12/24
(Book online via the event link)
Meet Santa, have a group photo taken and receive a gift.
▪️1 Child: £12
▪️Additional Child: £4
⛸️ ICE SKATING - Ages 4+
(Check prices on the website via the event link)
Enjoy the magic of our Winter Wonderland ice skating rink, perfect for all ages and skill levels. Whether you're an experienced skater or a beginner, we have skates ready for you! Each session lasts 45 minutes, giving you plenty of time to glide, spin, and have fun on the ice. Friendly staff are on hand to help, making it a great experience for everyone!
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
Our experienced vendors bring a wide variety of delicious food to the Winter Wonderland, offering something for everyone to enjoy. From classic comfort foods like hot dogs, burgers, and loaded fries to festive treats to get you in the festive mood. Hot drinks and seasonal beverages are also available to keep you warm!
🎟 FUNFAIR TOKEN BUNDLE ONLINE DEAL: £40 for 50 tokens
🎡 BIG WHEEL ONLINE COST: £5
🌐 BOOKING:
You can book tickets for funfair bundles, ice-skating, The big wheel, Santa's Grotto which is weekends only untill 22/12/24,
on the website via the event link.
You can pay just for the entrance fee when you arrive. Remember if you have booked ice-skating online your entrance fee is included into Stevenage Winter Wonderland.
🎅 MEET & GREET SANTA -
🎟 Available weekends only untill 22/12/24
(Book online via the event link)
Meet Santa, have a group photo taken and receive a gift.
▪️1 Child: £12
▪️Additional Child: £4
⛸️ ICE SKATING - Ages 4+
(Check prices on the website via the event link)
Enjoy the magic of our Winter Wonderland ice skating rink, perfect for all ages and skill levels. Whether you're an experienced skater or a beginner, we have skates ready for you! Each session lasts 45 minutes, giving you plenty of time to glide, spin, and have fun on the ice. Friendly staff are on hand to help, making it a great experience for everyone!
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
Our experienced vendors bring a wide variety of delicious food to the Winter Wonderland, offering something for everyone to enjoy. From classic comfort foods like hot dogs, burgers, and loaded fries to festive treats to get you in the festive mood. Hot drinks and seasonal beverages are also available to keep you warm!
🎟 FUNFAIR TOKEN BUNDLE ONLINE DEAL: £40 for 50 tokens
🎡 BIG WHEEL ONLINE COST: £5
🌐 BOOKING:
You can book tickets for funfair bundles, ice-skating, The big wheel, Santa's Grotto which is weekends only untill 22/12/24,
on the website via the event link.
You can pay just for the entrance fee when you arrive. Remember if you have booked ice-skating online your entrance fee is included into Stevenage Winter Wonderland.
🧝♂️👣 Family trail: Chaos at Christmas at Dunstable Downs 2024 (No pre-booking necessary)
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 15:00 Price: £3.00
2024 DATES:
▪️30 November - 31 December
(closed on 24 and 25 December).
TIMES
Drop in between 10.00am and 3.00pm.
PRICE: £3 per trail
🍭EVENT DETAILS
Those mischievous elves are at it again! They've knocked over our Christmas tree, scattering all the baubles that the hardworking elves at the North Pole spent so much time making. Without them, Christmas can't happen! We need your help to save the day by finding the final 8 missing baubles. A festive treat awaits all those who succeed!
▪️30 November - 31 December
(closed on 24 and 25 December).
TIMES
Drop in between 10.00am and 3.00pm.
PRICE: £3 per trail
🍭EVENT DETAILS
Those mischievous elves are at it again! They've knocked over our Christmas tree, scattering all the baubles that the hardworking elves at the North Pole spent so much time making. Without them, Christmas can't happen! We need your help to save the day by finding the final 8 missing baubles. A festive treat awaits all those who succeed!
😌 ALTERNATIVE OPTION
For those looking for an alternative option, we also have themed sensory bags and spotter sheets that enable you to enjoy the trail's magic in a more accessible way.
📍WHERE CAN I FIND YOU?
Join us at the Visitor Centre to begin your trail.
For those looking for an alternative option, we also have themed sensory bags and spotter sheets that enable you to enjoy the trail's magic in a more accessible way.
📍WHERE CAN I FIND YOU?
Join us at the Visitor Centre to begin your trail.
🍳 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
BREAKFAST WITH THE ELVES?
CHECK OUT THE MENU, BOOKING & DETAILS ON THE EVENT LINK
Why not fuel up first and book in with the Elves for a festive breakfast? They may even give you some bonus tips... (find out more on our events page via the event link).
Dates in December 24:
▪️Available every weekend up until 22nd Dec and:
▪️Thurs 19th Dec
▪️Fri 20th Dec
▪️Mon 23rd Dec
🐶 DOGS
Friendly dogs welcome on leads.
🅿️ PARKING
Usual car parking charges apply.
🌟 Children's Christmas Light Trail 2024 in Leighton Buzzard
Friday 13 December 2024
DATES:
1st December - 24th December 2024
🌟 Children’s Christmas Lights Trail
Sparkle and Shine! It’s time for the Children’s Christmas Lights Trail.
ℹ️ DETAILS
Throughout December we’ll be sprinkling fairy lights throughout the town for you to find on our Christmas Lights Trail.
✨️WHAT WILL I SEE?
On the trail you’ll discover illuminated trees and lamp posts, glittering overhead lights in Market Square, photo opportunities by the Market Cross and lots of fairy lights hidden inside our independent shops.
☕️ AN IDEA WHILE YOU'RE IN TOWN....
While you’re in town why not pick up a few extra gifts from the Market, or visit one of our independent coffee shops for a hot drink and a gingerbread for the children. There are lots of low cost items in the charity shops too!
🗺 WHERE CAN I GET A TRAIL MAP FROM?
You will be able to pick up your trail map from the Leighton Buzzard Library on Lake Street or download one via the event link.
1st December - 24th December 2024
🌟 Children’s Christmas Lights Trail
Sparkle and Shine! It’s time for the Children’s Christmas Lights Trail.
ℹ️ DETAILS
Throughout December we’ll be sprinkling fairy lights throughout the town for you to find on our Christmas Lights Trail.
✨️WHAT WILL I SEE?
On the trail you’ll discover illuminated trees and lamp posts, glittering overhead lights in Market Square, photo opportunities by the Market Cross and lots of fairy lights hidden inside our independent shops.
☕️ AN IDEA WHILE YOU'RE IN TOWN....
While you’re in town why not pick up a few extra gifts from the Market, or visit one of our independent coffee shops for a hot drink and a gingerbread for the children. There are lots of low cost items in the charity shops too!
🗺 WHERE CAN I GET A TRAIL MAP FROM?
You will be able to pick up your trail map from the Leighton Buzzard Library on Lake Street or download one via the event link.
🎄 Rushden Lakes Festive Farye 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
🎄Get ready to feel the holiday magic! Join us on Central Boulevard in Rushden for a Festive Fayre packed with seasonal treats, unique gifts, family fun and our Vintage Ferris Wheel
▪️Date: 22nd November 2024 – 5th January 2025.
▪️Time:
Monday to Friday: 10am-7pm,
Saturday and Sunday: 10am – 9pm.
▪️Admission: No booking required and entry is free. There is a small charge of £4 for the Vintage Ferris wheel.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A beautifully decorated fayre with wooden chalets, festive lighting and Christmas trees. We’ll have a variety of festive food options, including:
▪️Date: 22nd November 2024 – 5th January 2025.
▪️Time:
Monday to Friday: 10am-7pm,
Saturday and Sunday: 10am – 9pm.
▪️Admission: No booking required and entry is free. There is a small charge of £4 for the Vintage Ferris wheel.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A beautifully decorated fayre with wooden chalets, festive lighting and Christmas trees. We’ll have a variety of festive food options, including:
- ⭐️ Churros
- ⭐️ German sausages
- ⭐️ Yorkshire pudding wraps
- ⭐️ Cheese
- ⭐️ Chocolate kisses
- ⭐️ Mulled wine and Baileys hot chocolate
- ⭐️ Sweets and fudge
Whether you’re shopping for the perfect present or just soaking up the winter wonder, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss the chance to make this festive season extra special, see you at the Festive Fayre!
🎡 FERRIS WHEEL - £4
🫚 FREE GINGERBRRAD MAN TRAIL
Join the Gingerbread Trail this festive season! Pick up your trail booklet at Customer Services, find the 10 gingerbread characters marked on our map, and jot down their names for a chance to WIN some amazing prizes!
(Aimed at pre and primary school aged children)
🙋♀️ Free to join and no booking required. Complete the trail sheet, drop it back at Customer Services. There's a small treat for everyone who takes part too.
🌟 £20 - Cineworld voucher
🌟 £20 - PizzaExpress voucher
🌟 £10 - Paradise Adventure Golf voucher
🌟 Rushden Lakes water bottle & tote bag
🛝 PLAY AREA FOR KIDS AROUND THE LAKE
Don't forget you can also walk around the lake with play areas for the children to enjoy to!
ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please note the opening hours may vary depending on the weather conditions. The Ferris wheel is not permitted to open during high wind speeds and heavy rain.
🎅 Smiley Santa's Sleigh is coming to Luton 2024!
Friday 13 December 2024
🎅 The festive season is officially upon us which means only one thing, Smiley Sam and Santa are back!
Smiley Sam, Santa and their elves are ready to visit a street near you this Christmas! So make sure you listen out for the festive tunes, Christmas cheer and look out for our friendly volunteers.
🎶 TIME
Unfortunately, we can’t advise on the exact roads that Smiley Sam will travel down for each route, but please listen out for them as you’ll hear the music.
🛷 DATES & STOPS 2024
▪️1 December:
Poets Estate
▪️2 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️3 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️4 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️5 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️6 December:
Northwell Drive, Barnfield Ave
▪️7 December:
Hedley Rise
▪️8 December:
Quantock Rise
▪️9 December:
Cromer Way, Austin Road
▪️10 December:
Hill Rise, Leamington Road
▪️11 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️12 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️13 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️14 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️15 December:
Northwell Drive, Barnfield Ave
▪️16 December:
Kirby Drive
▪️17 December:
Quantock Rise, Birdsfoot Lane
▪️18 December:
Cromer Way, Austin Road
▪️19 December:
Hill Rise, Leamington Road
▪️20 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️21 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️22 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️23 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️24 December:
Stopsley
🫶 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE
If you would like to make a gift to support our vital work this Christmas, please give whatever you can to our merry helpers on the night or donate online today. Anything you can spare will make a huge difference and allow us to continue making the difference when it matters the most.
As a charity, we rely on the generosity of the local community to provide specialist care for adults and children with life-limiting conditions, and much needed support for their loved ones. Helping them to live well and make every day count.
We are incredibly grateful for whatever you can give this Christmas.
🎶 TIME
Unfortunately, we can’t advise on the exact roads that Smiley Sam will travel down for each route, but please listen out for them as you’ll hear the music.
🛷 DATES & STOPS 2024
▪️1 December:
Poets Estate
▪️2 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️3 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️4 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️5 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️6 December:
Northwell Drive, Barnfield Ave
▪️7 December:
Hedley Rise
▪️8 December:
Quantock Rise
▪️9 December:
Cromer Way, Austin Road
▪️10 December:
Hill Rise, Leamington Road
▪️11 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️12 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️13 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️14 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️15 December:
Northwell Drive, Barnfield Ave
▪️16 December:
Kirby Drive
▪️17 December:
Quantock Rise, Birdsfoot Lane
▪️18 December:
Cromer Way, Austin Road
▪️19 December:
Hill Rise, Leamington Road
▪️20 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️21 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️22 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️23 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️24 December:
Stopsley
🫶 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE
If you would like to make a gift to support our vital work this Christmas, please give whatever you can to our merry helpers on the night or donate online today. Anything you can spare will make a huge difference and allow us to continue making the difference when it matters the most.
As a charity, we rely on the generosity of the local community to provide specialist care for adults and children with life-limiting conditions, and much needed support for their loved ones. Helping them to live well and make every day count.
We are incredibly grateful for whatever you can give this Christmas.
🎅🎤 Xmas Karaoke Night at The Bell in Toddington
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 20:00
🍾 On the 13th December 2024 we have a Xmas karaoke disco special at The Bell in Toddington where the best entertainer/singer wins a bottle of bubbly!!
🔞 ADULT ONLY!
🎅 FREE ENTRY!
🎤 KARAOKETASTIC!
🔞 ADULT ONLY!
🎅 FREE ENTRY!
🎤 KARAOKETASTIC!
💖 Paul & Anne's Christmas Light Display in Broom 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 17:00 - 19:00
🌟 Paul and Anne’s Christmas light display in Broom will be open for visitors every evening from, 1st-24th December 2024 at 5-7:30pm.
💝 ABOUT
Once again they are raising money for St John’s Hospice in Moggerhanger. Donations on the night by cash or card. Raffle tickets also available.
💝 ABOUT
Once again they are raising money for St John’s Hospice in Moggerhanger. Donations on the night by cash or card. Raffle tickets also available.
🐊 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo - An affordable zoo in Huntingdon not too far from Bedfordshire! 🌟 Whatsup Bedfordshire Recommended for 2024!
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
OPENING TIMES:
▪️Monday - Closed
▪️Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00am - 4:30pm
🦁 WHAT ANIMALS WILL I SEE?
The zoo proudly house's over 100 fascinating animals, from majestic African Lions to delightful sloth bears, a racoon dog, skunk, otters, a bob cat, wallabies, rabbits, meerkats and many more.
🌴 TROPICAL HOUSE
Inside the warm Tropical house you will find crocodiles, turtles, fish & snakes surrounded by palm trees.
(The Whatsup Bedfordshire family loved this!)
🛝 FUN FOR THE KIDS
You will find an outdoor play area with a climing frame, swings, slide and bouncers. You will also find a tranquil circular woodland walk. Keep a look out for Peacocks roaming around near the Steak House!
▪️Monday - Closed
▪️Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00am - 4:30pm
🦁 WHAT ANIMALS WILL I SEE?
The zoo proudly house's over 100 fascinating animals, from majestic African Lions to delightful sloth bears, a racoon dog, skunk, otters, a bob cat, wallabies, rabbits, meerkats and many more.
🌴 TROPICAL HOUSE
Inside the warm Tropical house you will find crocodiles, turtles, fish & snakes surrounded by palm trees.
(The Whatsup Bedfordshire family loved this!)
🛝 FUN FOR THE KIDS
You will find an outdoor play area with a climing frame, swings, slide and bouncers. You will also find a tranquil circular woodland walk. Keep a look out for Peacocks roaming around near the Steak House!
🐶 DOGS
Don’t forget, dogs are welcome too!
😋 FOOD & DRINK
Onsite your can visit:
▪️The Steakhouse
(Open Wednesday- Sunday)
▪️The Tea Room
▪️Farm Shop
🚫 Please be aware pinics are not allowed.
❗️Please check either the website via the event link or photos for opening times.
♿️ IS THE ZOO ACCESSIABLE?
(Whatsup Bedfordshire advice)
The parking is on gravel stones so this maybe hard to navigate a wheelchair. Although it does mention on the website that you can park infront of the Farm Shop which is tarmac ideal for wheelchair users. The farm shop, Steak House & Tea room are accessible. On a winter day you may find the zoo area paths are muddy, with some gravel paths and grass, so it maybe hard to push a wheelchair in places. There is a wooden slat ramp to the Tropical house.
🚻 Accessible toilets - Accessible toilets are available in both the Steakhouse and Tea room.
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED, JUST PAY ON THE GATE BY CASH OR CARD!
▪️ Adult: £5
▪️ Child: £4
▪️ Ages 3 & under: Free
☃️ The Christmas Shop in Luton, Snow Globe Experience 2024
Friday 13 December 2024
Time: 09:00 - 18:00
☃️ Snow Globe Experience at The Christmas Shop, The Point Shopping Mall (Arndale Centre)!
❄️ DETAILS
Step into a winter wonderland this season! It’s the perfect way to get into the festive spirit and create some unforgettable memories with family and friends.
📍LOCATION
Inside the shopping Centre next to the Perfume Shop.
🎫 COST
For just £3.50, enjoy a magical 5-minute Snow Globe experience.
Hurry, the snow is waiting for you! ⛄️
❄️ DETAILS
Step into a winter wonderland this season! It’s the perfect way to get into the festive spirit and create some unforgettable memories with family and friends.
📍LOCATION
Inside the shopping Centre next to the Perfume Shop.
🎫 COST
For just £3.50, enjoy a magical 5-minute Snow Globe experience.
Hurry, the snow is waiting for you! ⛄️
