🧑‍🎄 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 at 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

Other events on this day


Time: 19:00 - 20:30

🧑‍🎄 Christmas officially begins in Dunstable on Friday 29 November when the annual Torchlight Procession brings everyone together to enjoy the festive activities!

🎼 WHAT'S ON?
 
Join us on The Square from 7 pm with the school choirs of Dunstable to sing carols, meet Father Christmas and turn on the Christmas Tree lights.

⚡️LIGHT SHOW FINALE
There will also be a fantastic light show finale alongside an array of food and drink stalls down Middle Row.

There is no better way for you to get excited this Christmas season.


Time: 20:00

🎤 The Journeymen are playing a gig at the Flower Pot in Bedford on Friday 29th November 2024, starting at 8 p.m.

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

TIMES:

16:00 - 22:30

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Time: 17:00 - 20:00

🎄Come and see and vote for your favourite Christmas tree at The Transfiguration Church in Kempston.

DATES & DETAILS
▪️Friday 29th November24
▪️5pm - 8pm
🎶 We have our Romanian group singing carols on Friday evening.

▪️Saturday 30th November 24
▪️1.30pm - 4.30pm

🎁 We have our Christmas Fair.

▪️Sunday 1st December 24
▪️4.30pm - 6pm

🎼 We have our own Carols on Sunday at 5pm with enough time to get down to the Kempston lights switch on. 

Time: 10:00 - 16:00

DATES
23 Nov - 22 Dec 2024

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Time: 16:00

DATES:
Friday 29th November - Sunday 1st December 2024

TIMES: TBC

🎄Our FREE ENTRY, Christmas Festival Weekend kicked off the festive season in Leighton-Linslade!

🎆 FRIDAY EVENT DETAILS- From 4pm
🌟 LIGHT SWITCH ON AT 7PM
Market/Acts/Performances/Fireworks

On Friday evening the festive market featuring handmade crafts and gifts, funfair and a stage programme packed full of local acts and performances provided something for everyone before and after the switch on ceremony and fireworks display. The festive food-court in Church Square included freshly made hot street food, perfect for a winter evening!

🎅 SATURDAY EVENT DETAILS
Santa Dash/Market/Perfomers

On Saturday, the Leighton Fun Runners Santa Dash took place from Parson’s Close Recreation Ground with hundreds of Santa’s dashing through the streets of Leighton-Linslade. Our festive markets continued with the Charter Market taking place alongside the Handmade and Craft Market who were joined by Sparky The Robot and local performing groups brining some festive cheer to the High Street.

🎶 SUNDAY EVENT DETAILS
Market/Performances

On the Sunday the festive shopping opportunities were back on the high street, perfect for those looking a unique gift for that loved one. There were also performances from Wendy Sings & LSJ Trio, while Sami Sleigh, Lairy Fairy & The Christmas Puddings alongside some naughty sofa driving Santa’s who filled the market with the sounds of laughter, mischief and mayhem.

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

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

DIFFERENT SESSIONS AVAILABLE

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

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

🎟 TICKET PRICES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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
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.

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

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♿️ 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.

DATES:
▪️29th November  2024 - 1st January 2025
▪️Monday - Sunday
▪️( Closed 25th December 2024)

TIMES:
▪️First entry between: 4pm - 4.30pm
▪️Last entry between: 7.30pm - 8pm

🐶 DOG FRIENDLY EVENINGS:
Wednesday's & Thursday's

✨️EVENT DETAILS

Ashridge House Illuminated returns for 2024, ready to light up your season! Experience an enchanting evening with our magical light trail, perfect for the whole family. Wander through our stunning Grade II* listed gardens, adorned with dazzling lights and mesmerising new installations. We've thought of everything to ensure a delightful experience for all, including dog-friendly nights, so you don't have to leave your beloved four-legged friends behind!

Experience a festive atmosphere like no other this Christmas at Ashridge House. Our lights trail is set to sparkle brighter, bigger, and better than ever, featuring 20 different magical light experiences along the way—larger than most other light trails! Explore our gardens, aglow with thousands of twinkling lights, and indulge in a festive treat or two at our vibrant food village. Don't miss the magic of our extraordinary lights trail.

FOOD & DRINK

⭐️Local Craft Beers
⭐️Mulled Wine and Festive Drinks
⭐️Hot Sweet Treats
⭐️Bratwurst and Gourmet Burgers
⭐️Stone-Baked Pizzas
⭐️Global Flavours: Discover new and ⭐️exciting dishes from around the world.

🎫 PRICES PEAK/OFF PEAK BETWEEN:
▪️Adults:  £23.00 - £26.75
▪️Disabled Adult: £23.00 - £25.68
▪️Senior 60+: £18.40 - £20.54
▪️Child (4 - 16): £13.80 - £15.40
▪️Family (2 adults & 2 children): £62.04 - £67.40
▪️Under 4: FREE

💥 GROUP DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE

✅️ BOOK VIA THE EVENT LINK



Time: 10:00 - 16:00

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


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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Time: 17:00 - 21:00

DATES:
▪️
Friday 29th November
▪️Saturday 30th November

✨️ EVENT DETAILS
For the first time ever, Lancot School grounds will be transformed with festive displays and decorations. Walk around our light trail and visit market and food stalls- bring pennies as some stalls may be cash only.

🎅 SANTA OPTION - £4:00
For a bookable extra, Santa will be in his workshop where children can enjoy a story with him, as well as write letters, make Reindeer food and take part in a craft activity.

💖 This event is run by The Heart of Lancot PTFA who support the school and raise funds to enhance the pupils learning experiences.

🎫 TICKET PRICE - (Book tickets via the event link & choose a time slot)
▪️Adult: £4.00
▪️Child: £3.50
▪️Family ticket (2 adults & 2 children): £14.00 


Time: 19:30 - 21:30 Price: £43.05

🎶 ALL THE GREATEST DISNEY HITS AND BIG SING-ALONGS WITH BOTTOMLESS DRINKS & FOOD! SING ALONG TO TREASURED DISNEY SONGS WITH LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AT THE CINNABAR IN HITCHIN!

 

😋 FOOD & DRINK
2 COURSES + 90 MINS BOTTOMLESS DRINKS

📖 Food & Drink Menu
: The food menu will be sent out to guests a week in advance of the event. You will be required to pre-order your food.

📖 Food Pre-Order:  Please complete pre-orders which will be emailed to group booker approximately 7 days before the event & specify any dietary requirements. Tickets purchased within 7 days of the event will promptly be emailed pre-order details ahead of the event date.

🍹 Bottomless Drinks: Bottomless starts at the beginning of the event. Bottomless drinks will be refilled once empty.

🍹 Drinks Included: Prosecco – Corona/Sol - Woo Woo – Sex On The Beach –
*Mocktails & Soft Drinks.
Price remains the same for non-alcoholic beverages.

🎶 MUSIC
Beauty & The Beast - Aladdin - The Lion King - Jungle Book - Tangled - High School Musical - Moana - Little Mermaid - Pocahontas - Toy Story - Mary Poppins - Frozen

🎟 Reserved Seating & booking together: Tickets include allocated seats under your 'Booking Name' If booking individually, use the same 'Booking Name' for to be seated together. 

✅️ BOOKING
Book via the event link which will direct you to Skiddle the booking page.

Time: 17:00 - 20:00

🎁 It’s time for Late Night Shopping in Olney!

EVENT DETAILS

📯 Brass Band - The town will come alive with festive cheer, the sound of the brass band filling the air, and the Christmas tree lighting up the square.

🍷Food & Drink - The eateries will be buzzing.

🛍 Shops - The shops will be ready to celebrate with you!

At Valeria C Boutique, we’re offering 20% off all full-priced clothing on the night, along with a complimentary glass of fizz. It’s our way of saying thank you for supporting us and all the other wonderful small independent shops in Olney.

🎁 A GREAT SHOPPING NIGHT OUT!
Ladies, grab your girlfriends, partners, or family and join us for a fun, festive evening of shopping, laughter, and a little bubbly!

We can’t wait to welcome you all and kick off the festive holiday season together!


Time: 09:30 - 11:15

👶 King's Tots

▪️Every Friday: 9:30-11:15am
Term time only

▪️£1.50 per family
Our play group for pre-schoolers and their families or carers. There are songs, craft, a Bible story and loads of chance to play! And for the adults there’s the opportunity for a good cuppa and chat with other parents, grandparents and carers.

Time: 09:30 - 11:00

👶 STAY & PLAY FOR FOR BABIES AND TODDDLERS EVERY FRIDAY IN CLOPHILL - TERM TIME ONLY!

HOW MUCH?
🔸️From 9.30am - Child is £5
🔸️From 10.00am - Chilld is £3
🔸️Additional child: £2.50
🔸️Babies: Free

WHAT TO EXPECT;
⭐️Free flow play in our INCREDIBLE Clophill St Mary's Lower School and Nursery
⭐️Baby area
⭐️Playtime in our Wonderful Early Years Garden!

REFRESHMENTS
☕Coffee and cake for adults!
🍏Healthy snack for all children

💥 NEW CARD LOYALTY CARD
We love seeing you every week and want to give something back to you....
So every week you come, you will get your card stamped....and when you have collected 10 stamps, you will get your next session free!!!

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

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


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

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

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

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

Time: 12:00 - 21:00

🎄 Kick of Christmas with the Annual Christmas Light Switch-on in Biggleswade on the Market Square.

🧑‍🎄 EVENT DETAILS
The day will start from 12 noon with performances during the day and vendors selling their wares before we officially begin Christmas with the lighting of the Christmas tree.

⭐️ Santa
⭐️ Food & Drink
⭐️ Live performances
⭐️ Gift Stalls
⭐️ Lots of surprises
⭐️ BSL Interpretor

🎄 PUT YOUR BAUBLE ON THE TREE
This Christmas 2024 just decorate your own bauble to sparkle on the Market Square tree for £1. Every £1 goes to the Mayor’s charities. You can get one from the Biggleswade Town Council Office but these are limited.

🎊 Family fun-packed day for everyone!

Time: 16:00 - 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 
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.


Time: 16:00

🌠 Join Aaron our storyteller in residence for another special storytelling session, The Magical Christmas Library.  

🧒 AGE SUITABILITY: 3 - 8 years

WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️Storytelling
⭐️Puppetry
⭐️A special surprise VIP

🎟 WHERE CAN I GET MY FREE TICKET?
Please book your ticket at Biggleswade Library.

Time: 20:00

🎭 Big Dick Whittington - An Adult Panto

DATES & TIMES
Wed 27 November - 8pm
Thu 28 November - 8pm
Fri 29  November - 8pm
Sat 30 November - 4pm
Sat 30 Novovember - 8pm

DOORS OPEN 45 MINITUES BEFORE THE SHOW STARTS.

🤭 ADULT COMEDY PANTO INFORMATION
Can Big Dick, guide his way in the right direction and find the man of his dreams? Will Queen Rat, scupper his plans and steal his heart? Will the gang be able to find the brown ring, and prevent any unwanted offenders? And will Big Dick and Idle Jack fall in love?

Only time will tell at this outrageously humoured “Adult Only” pantomime!

So what are you waiting for? – Book your ticket to this year’s hotly anticipated Adult Pantomime, crack open the bevvies and join us for a night not to be missed!

🗺 HOW TO FIND US:
Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre is situated in the town centre and shares its distinctive red brick building with the library. The theatre is located on the 2nd floor of the building, which is served by a passenger lift.

♿️ WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
The auditorium has flat floor wheelchair access (capacity of 2 wheelchairs per performance), there is also flat floor bar access and accessible toilet facilities

☎️ BOX OFFICE PHONE NUMBER
Call our Box Office on: 0300 300 8125
Monday – Saturday 12pm – 3pm
(excluding bank holidays)

🅿️ PARKING
There is a well-lit pay and display car park to the rear of the theatre which is free after 6pm.
♿️There are also 4 designated disabled parking bays with drop curbs in Lake Street, immediately outside the main entrance.

🎟 TICKET PRICES
Adult:
£18.50 (+ £1.00 fees)
Student: £16.50 (+ £1.00 fees)
Blue Light Card: £16.50 (+ £1.00 fees)

Time: 11:00 - 17:00

🎄 Join us for our 5th Annual Indoor Christmas Market at Foxholes Care home in Pirton!

🎄 Get into the festive spirit with us—entry is FREE! Explore an amazing lineup of stalls:

✨ The Treat Box 
✨ Vintage Dreams 
✨ Pebble Home Design 
✨ Garden City Gifts 
✨ Carb Off 
✨ The Crafty Bottle 
✨ Hitchin Inner Wheel 
✨ EJM Homeware 
✨ Herts Melts 

🧑‍🎄 Don’t miss out on the Christmas magic!

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

Time: 17:00 - 19:00

🎄 Join us for this year’s ‘Christmas Light Switch On’ event on The Square, Wolverton and start the magical Christmas season with some festive sparkle.
 
🎄LIGHT SWITCH ON: 6PM


WHAT TO EXPECT
🎅 Santa: The event will also be supported with a visit from Santa!

🎼 Live music: There will be live entertainment around the Christmas tree from our local schools and Churches Together. Sing Space Choir will once again be joining us for a special performance for the public.

🧙‍♂️ Magician:  There will be more excitement for families at this venue with a magic show from experienced magician “Uncle Bob”.

🛍 Stalls: The Shop on the Square will be opening their doors with local festive goods for sale, along with Wolverton Gin. Further stalls TBC.

😋 FOOD & DRINK -Street Food vendors:
🔸️Better Than Mama’s (African & Caribbean) 
🔸️Plant Bass’d (Home cooked plant-based dishes) to tempt everyone’s appetites. T
🔸️Also, the café at Foundation House will be open for snacks and drinks