🎄 Bedford Tree Festival 2024
Thursday 05 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🎄Start the countdown to Christmas with a touch of magic at Bedford Tree Festival.
DATES:
Wednesday 4th Dec:
▪️10am - 5pm (General)
⭐️6pm - 8pm (Fizz at the Festival )
Thursday 5th Dec:
▪️10am - 5pm (General)
Friday 6th Dec:
▪️10am - 5pm (General)
⭐️7.30pm (Bedford Concert)
Saturday 7th Dec:
▪️10am - 5pm (General)
Sunday 8th Dec:
▪️12pm - 4pm (General)
🎄 GENERAL EVENT DETAILS
Over 5 days in December, the Bedford Christmas Tree Festival will welcome thousands of visitors to enjoy music and performances by local community groups and schools, and to explore the display of more than 65 Christmas trees decorated by local schools, community groups and businesses; this year’s theme for the decorations is ‘The Magic of Christmas’.
🎟 Tickets are £3 on the door
(no charge for children U16).
⭐️ TWO SPECIAL EVENTS
There is also the opportunity to enjoy the Bedford Christmas Tree Festival at two very special events below.
🥂 FIZZ AT THE FESTIVAL -
Wednesday 4 December; 6pm – 8pm
A chance to view the Festival's trees with a glass of fizz and canapes.
▪️Tickets: £10
▪️Tickets can be purchased by phone:
☎️ 01234 340163
🎼 THE BEDFORD CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL CONCERT -
Friday 6 December; 7.30pm
The programme will include pieces Handdel, Mozart & seasonal favourites.
▪️Tickets: £20
▪️Tickets can be purchased online via the event link.
DATES:
Wednesday 4th Dec:
▪️10am - 5pm (General)
⭐️6pm - 8pm (Fizz at the Festival )
Thursday 5th Dec:
▪️10am - 5pm (General)
Friday 6th Dec:
▪️10am - 5pm (General)
⭐️7.30pm (Bedford Concert)
Saturday 7th Dec:
▪️10am - 5pm (General)
Sunday 8th Dec:
▪️12pm - 4pm (General)
🎄 GENERAL EVENT DETAILS
Over 5 days in December, the Bedford Christmas Tree Festival will welcome thousands of visitors to enjoy music and performances by local community groups and schools, and to explore the display of more than 65 Christmas trees decorated by local schools, community groups and businesses; this year’s theme for the decorations is ‘The Magic of Christmas’.
🎟 Tickets are £3 on the door
(no charge for children U16).
⭐️ TWO SPECIAL EVENTS
There is also the opportunity to enjoy the Bedford Christmas Tree Festival at two very special events below.
🥂 FIZZ AT THE FESTIVAL -
Wednesday 4 December; 6pm – 8pm
A chance to view the Festival's trees with a glass of fizz and canapes.
▪️Tickets: £10
▪️Tickets can be purchased by phone:
☎️ 01234 340163
🎼 THE BEDFORD CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL CONCERT -
Friday 6 December; 7.30pm
The programme will include pieces Handdel, Mozart & seasonal favourites.
▪️Tickets: £20
▪️Tickets can be purchased online via the event link.
25 other events on this day
⛸️ ICE SKATING - Woburn Sands Emporium
Thursday 05 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.
🎄 Free entry at Aubrey Park Hotel Christmas Market 2024
Thursday 05 December 2024
Time: 11:00 - 13:00
🎄On Thursday 5th December from 11am -1pm we will be hosting our small yearly Christmas market a The Aubrey Park Hotel. Free entry to market.
🍷FANCY MAKING AN AFTEROON OF IT?
Enjoy a festive two course meal and a glass of wine for just £25.00 per person
Book your space today. Call us on the number below.
☎️ 01582 792105
🍷FANCY MAKING AN AFTEROON OF IT?
Enjoy a festive two course meal and a glass of wine for just £25.00 per person
Book your space today. Call us on the number below.
☎️ 01582 792105
🎩 A Christmas Carol 2024 - Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre
Thursday 05 December 2024
Time: 19:30
🎩 Vincent Franklin (Happy Valley, Gentleman Jack, The Thick of It) has adapted Dickens’ own performance script to create a unique theatrical experience that will leave audiences with their blood chilled and their hearts warmed.
👻 Using Dickens’ own words, Vincent brings the world’s most infamous miser, four ghosts and more than 20 other extraordinary characters to life in a ghostly tale of damnation and redemption.
🎭 It’s a full-blooded, fast-moving, solo performance that will appeal to anyone who wants a traditional Christmas entertainment, without the custard pies and sing-along.
▪️DOORS OPEN: 18:45
▪️SHOW STARTS: 19:30
🎟 TICKETS
▪️Adult: £15.00
▪️Concession: £14.00
HOW TO BOOK
You can eitherbook tickets through the event link or phone on the number below.
☎️ 0300 300 8125
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USER'S PHONE TO BOOK.
👻 Using Dickens’ own words, Vincent brings the world’s most infamous miser, four ghosts and more than 20 other extraordinary characters to life in a ghostly tale of damnation and redemption.
🎭 It’s a full-blooded, fast-moving, solo performance that will appeal to anyone who wants a traditional Christmas entertainment, without the custard pies and sing-along.
▪️DOORS OPEN: 18:45
▪️SHOW STARTS: 19:30
🎟 TICKETS
▪️Adult: £15.00
▪️Concession: £14.00
HOW TO BOOK
You can eitherbook tickets through the event link or phone on the number below.
☎️ 0300 300 8125
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USER'S PHONE TO BOOK.
🎄🥂 Christmas afternoon teas - The White Swan in Dunstable
Thursday 05 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
✨️ Northampton Winter Light Trail
Thursday 05 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.