The Mayor's Carol Service

Other events on this day


Time: 17:00 - 19:00

🎅 Santa's Tour of Barton-le-Clay in Bedfordshire will be visiting the following roads between the times of 5pm - 7pm.


💝 Each year the Club takes Santa around the streets of Barton-le-Clay to meet all the children, young and old, and make a collection to support our designated charities.

ROADS SANTA WILL BE VISITING
⭐️ Bedford Road - including Mill Lane, 
⭐️ Bradshaws Close, 
⭐️ Nicholls Close, 
⭐️ Old School Gardens, 
⭐️ Horsler Close, 
⭐️ Luton Road, 
⭐️ Sharpenhoe Road, etc.

👸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


⭐️ 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.

⭐️ 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.

💛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.

🔊 Audio Described Performance:
Sun 15 December - 1pm

😌 Relaxed Performance:
Thu 2 January - 2pm

👉Signed Performance:
Thu 27 December - 2pm

♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Please phone for bookings and enquires on:
☎️ 01582 60 20 80


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.

📖 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)

⭐️ 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.

YOU CAN  ALSO ADD DRINK PACKAGES:
🍷 House Drink Wristband – £50 per person
(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



DATES: 07 Dec 2024 - 21 Dec 2024
TIMES: Multiple

🎄A magical Christmas experience for the whole family at Wardown House, Museum and Gallery.

EVENT DETAILS
Children are invited to listen to:
📖 A festive story from Miss Christmas, 
🧝‍♂️ Meet the whimsical elves, 
🎁 Receive a special gift from under the tree when they meet Father Christmas. 
🍪 Plus, they can enjoy milk and cookies in our cosy café afterwards, while you enjoy a complimentary tea or coffee! 

📸 There will be an opportunity to take photos of your children with Father Christmas, and enjoy the festive backdrop of the beautifully decorated house, decked out in traditional Victorian style decor.

PRICE:
🔸️£16 Child
🔸️£6 Adult + £1 booking fee


AGE GUIDANCE: 0 - 10 years old

Running time: 30 minutes. Adult tickets includes tea & coffee. Please note there is a maximum of two adults per child for this event.

🎟
BOOK USING THE EVENT LINK
This is a very popular event and some slots sell-out. Book early to secure your visit with Father Christmas!

Time: 11:00 - 16:00

🎅FREE ENTRY! Come and browse all the beautiful stalls showcasing their handmade products at Cranfield Community Centre. We will have:

⭐️
Wax melts,
⭐️Bath bombs,
⭐️Etched glassware,
⭐️Jewellery,
⭐️Dog accessories
⭐️Hair accessories and much more.

🦋 Facepainting

😋 FOOD & DRINK
Hot and cold snacks & drinks available to eat in or take away.

🛍 Shop for original Christmas presents and stocking fillers. 



Time: 10:00 - 17:00

DATES:
▪️Saturday 7th December 24
10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 8th December 24
10am - 4pm

EVENT DETAILS
Explore the Bedford Christmas Market and soak up the festive atmosphere with:

⭐️Local artisan stalls,
⭐️Delicious treats,
⭐️Festive rides at Harpur Suite and Harpur Square

🎠 FREE RIDES!
With courtesy of BBC, plenty of family fun & free rides are here for everyone.

🛍 MARKET
Our charter market traders will be also bringing their festive collections at St Paul’s Square and along Midland Road and Allhallows on Saturday the 7th Dec 24.

🎶 SUNDAY 8TH DEC - PLUS LIVE MUSIC FROM 10am - 3.30pm!
While on Sunday the 8th, not only the lovely rides and festive artisan stalls at Harpur Suite and Harpur Square but St. Paul’s Square will host the exciting Christmas Flea Market with its very own Seeing Eye Rum Stage from 10am – 3:30pm. 

🧑‍🎄 Enjoy live music, festive performances, and unique flea market finds that are sure to make your Christmas shopping experience one-of-a-kind!

Time: 13:00

👋There are already bookings for the FREE Over 65's Christmas Lunch.

⭐️If you have a neighbour who isn't on social media and you feel would like to come, please do tell them about it.

⭐️We are also on the look out for sponsorship of the lunch as always.

⭐️This year EVEN MORE than any other year we need to make sure the parishioners of this age group get a FREE warm meal this Christmas. 

⭐️Finally, you have all been amazing in donating your time to be our special elves and serving the food at the Lunch in past years.

💖If you would like to do this again, or if you haven't done it in the past but would like to please get in touch. No experience necessary, just Christmas attire, a smile and Christmas spirit is all that is required.

BOOKING & MORE INFORMATION/DETAILS PLEASE CALL MARGARET LOWE:
☎️ 01525 861111
📱07938965817 

🚂 Santa Special at Rushden Railway Station this 2024!

2024 DATES:
▪️Saturday 7th December
▪️Sunday 8th December
▪️Saturday 14th December
▪️Sunday 15th December

🚂 EVENT DETAILS
Get into the holiday spirit this December with our Santa Special at Rushden Station! Join us for a delightful diesel train ride, followed by a visit to Mr. and Mrs. Claus in their charming grotto.

INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKETS
❄️ A train ride for everyone plus
❄️ A gift for every child: Santa will be handing out high-quality presents suited to each child’s age. Please make sure to select the correct age range when booking.
❄️ Refreshments: Children receive a juice and biscuits & Adults enjoy tea/coffee and a mince pie

🎟 TICKET PRICE -
Book in advance via the event link

▪️ Children: £13.50
▪️ Adults: £8.00
▪️ Babies (under 12 months): £6.00 with a gift, or free without a gift

ℹ️ MORE INFORMATION 
For more information, please email: administrator@rhts.co.uk.

⛸️ 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.

DATES - WEEKENDS OPEN:
▪️30th November – 1st December 2024
▪️7th December - 8th December 2024

TIMES: Various booking times between 10am - 4pm

🎶 Join us at Standalone this Christmas for a fun-filled Festive Market complete with music, food and shopping. Our animals will even make an appearance!

🎄Visit Standalone on the weekends listed above as we transform our farmyard into a magical Festive Market. Our Christmas Market will be the perfect place to shop for presents, enjoy some tasty food and get into the festive spirit.

TICKET INFORMATION 
1️⃣ All attending will need a ticket, except under 2’s who are free and don't require a ticket.
  • 2️⃣ Ticket entry times are staggered throughout the day. Select the one-hour time slot you wish to arrive, and then feel free to stay as long as you like.
  • 3️⃣ Stalls will be set up in our picnic barn, tractor barn and learning barn. Our barns are not heated and several activities will be outside so make sure you wrap up warm.
  • 4️⃣ The play area will be closed, but some animal areas will be open for customers to visit.
  • 5️⃣ All tickets are non-refundable.

🎫 TICKET PRICE

  • 🎁Christmas Market Ticket: £6.50

  • 🎁Christmas Market Annual Pass Ticket: £5.50

  • 🎁Christmas Market Family Ticket (Two Adults & Two Children): £24.00

  • 🎁Christmas Market Family Annual Pass Ticket (Two Adults & Two Children: £20.00

🎁Under 2: Free

✅️ BOOK TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK

Time: 19:00 - 23:45 Price: £27.00

🎊 Kick off your festivities with a two course meal and live music at our Christmas Party at the Rufus Centre in Flitwick.

DATES:
▪️
Friday 6th December 2024
▪️(SOLD OUT): Saturday 7th December 2024 

AGE: Over 18's

🥂 PARTY PARTY!!
Company party? Group of friends? Family get together? All welcome! Share the Christmas cheer with us.

⭐️ Doors open at: 7:00pm 
⭐️ Sit down meal starts at: 7.30pm
⭐️ Live Music with DJ until: 11.45pm

📖 MENU - TWO COURSE MEAL
Menu released closer to the time.

🎟 BOOK TICKETS - £27
Tickets can be purchased via the event link.


Time: 11:30 - 15:00

🎶 The 90'S XMAS Bottomless Brunch Is Coming To MILTON KEYNES 2024!
I'm Dreaming Of A 90's Christmas…..BRUNCH!
We're Giving You All Your Christmas Fave's From The 90's!
Time To Get 'Fa La La La La LIT!! 

EVENT INFO:
⭐️Live 90's Xmas Duo
⭐️3 Hours Of Big Christmas 90’s Sing Along’s plus All Your 90’s Guilty Pleasure
⭐️Hits Mixed By Our Resident DJ
⭐️Dress Up Encouraged (90’s Fashion with a sprinkle of Sexy Santa Vibes)
⭐️Tis’ The Season To Be Tipsy with 60 Minutes Bottomless Booze! (View Menu)
⭐️There's Snow Place Like A Delicious Brunch (View Menu)

📖 MENU
You can see the picture below or on the website via the event link

EVENT TIMES:
▪️Arrival Time: 11:30pm
▪️Event / Entertainment:12:00pm – 3:00pm
▪️Bottomless: 12:00pm – 1:00pm

🗺 VENUE:
Blossom Room, The Hub, 4 Mortimer Square, Milton Keynes (MK9 2FB)

🎫 TICKETS - £44
Book via the event link



Time: 14:00 - 19:00 Price: £35.00

🎅A GREAT CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON OUT OUT

🎫 TICKETS: £35 per person - which to reserve pppyour space please use our wats app button on our Facebook page to be put on the list. (You can reach the Facebook page via the event link)

🍹WHAT YOU GET-
Poured by a sexy Santa 3pm - 6pm never ending cocktails.

Discounted drinks menu for ticket holders only :)

😜 FOOD
Festive munch bowls - these will be brought out to you throughout the event.
“pigs in blankets will be going out in force!

🤩 This event will be inside our beautifully decorated pub & some serious tunes will be played!

🎅 EVENT DETAILS
Take a 25-minute steam-train ride over a historic narrow-gauge railway that’s more than 100 years old, and run by enthusiastic volunteers.

COST:
🔸️Adult (13 and over): £13
🔸️Child (2 to 12, including present): £14
🔸️Child (under 2, including present): £9

OPERATING DATES 2024:
▪️
Sunday 1st December
▪️Wednesday 4th December
▪️Saturday 7th  December
▪️Sunday 8th December
▪️Wednesday 11th December
▪️Saturday 14th December
▪️Sunday 15th December
▪️Wednesday 18th December
▪️Thursday 19th December
▪️Friday 20th December
▪️Saturday 21st December
▪️Sunday 22nd December
▪️Monday 23rd December
▪️Tuesday 24th December 

 🚂 WHERE WILL THE STEAM TRAIN RUN?
Please note that our Santa trains only operate between Page's Park Station and Leedon Loop over our suburban section of track, and trains do not travel to Stonehenge Works or Munday's Hill.

🎅 MEET SANTA BACK AT THE GROTTO
Meet Santa on arrival back at Page's Park grotto, where children up to 12 will receive an early present. 

And to help you with your present-hunting, our shop at Page’s Park station has the best selection of Thomas products, and much more besides.

🧑‍🎄 PRE - SCHOOL WEDNESDAY SPECIAL!
DATES: 4th & 11th December 2024

Specially geared towards our youngest visitors, term-time on the dates above are the ideal time for parents or grandparents to bring pre-school little ones for a quiet word with Santa.

🎫 HOW TO BOOK
Simply click on the event link which will take you to the website. Choose a date and time to travel.


Price: £49.50

🤠 Saddle up! Christmas Cowboy Bottomless Brunch is riding into MILTON KEYNES at Revolución de Cuba! We are bringing y'all a rootin' tootin' one of a kind HO HO HOEDOWN with a Western twist!

WHAT YOU CAN YOU EXPECT...
🍹Bottomless Brunch
-  Latin American themed bottomless brunch menu with 90 minutes of unlimited drinks, including Prosecco, beer and signature cocktails, mocktails and beer.

🎶 Music - Experience the festive spirit with our award-winning DJ, RATTLESNAKE JOHNNY, spinning the best country hits from artists like Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Luke Bryan, Lainey Wilson, Blake Shelton, Jordan Davis, Zac Brown Band, Miranda Lambert, Carrie Underwood, and many more.

🐮 Dancers - Enjoy our Yeehaw dancers, who’ll be putting a modern twist on line dancing and getting the crowd involved in the fun.

👢Live performances -  from country music diva delivering foot stompin’, reach-for-the-sky country anthems, guaranteed to make your Christmas merry and bright.

🥳 Xmas decor - Plus, we’ll have fantastic Christmas decor, exciting giveaways, and a few festive surprises throughout the day!

⭐️FIRST BRUNCH SITTING - 1pm to 3pm

⭐️SECOND BRUNCH SITTING - 3.30pm to 5.30pm

🎊 PARTY UNTIL 6PM

🎟 BOOK VIA THE EVENT LINK -
£49.50PP

ℹ️ FOR MORE INFORMATION
Email info@yeehawhonkytonk.co.uk if you require any further assistance with your booking or get in touch via direct message on Instagram.


🎅 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.


Time: 12:00 - 17:00

🎅 It's official! The Santa Dash & Christmas on Queensway, Fenny Stratford, Bletchley is back for 2024!

🧑‍🎄 FREE DAY OUT!

🏅 SANTA DASH EVENT DETAILS
Get your lunges and stretches started as you prepare to run, walk, hop, skip and jump along Queensway for a very fancy wooden, sustainable medal. This event is flat paved course approx 200m.
Suitable for all ages plus in prams & walking aids. This is a free entry event!

 🎁 WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT
The Christmas-themed event will provide a ​showcase for local traders, producers and crafters ​during the busy Christmas shopping period.

🎅 FREE MEET SANTA & GIFT
Visit Santa on Queensway in his grotto FREE from 12 noon, every child gets a gift too. No booking required just come and queue!

🚍 FREE GAMING & SOFT PLAY BUS!

❄️SNOW!
❄️
Live music
❄️Parkour
  • ❄️Free Activities & Face painting
  • ❄️Market stalls
  • ❄️Join the YMCA MK cook school
  • ❄️Walk amongst the festive dinosaurs
  • ❄️Food, drinks and treats
  • ❄️Free meet & greet Santa
❄️Ride the land train & so much more!

🏃‍♂️HOW TO ENTER THE SANTA DASH - FREE!
To enter all you need is to come dressed as Santa anything from just a hat to the full suit. All ages and abilities welcome and we even had a festive dog run it with us last year!

🧑‍🎄 BOOK YOUR SPACE FOR A FREE MEDAL FOR THE SANTA DASH !
Booking is open so make sure you have a medal reserved. You can do this via the event link.

🚂 PANTO EXPRESS
See Father Christmas whilst enjoying a steam train ride AND watch a pantomime – all in one amazing Christmas experience! This year, it’s bigger and better than ever!

🎭 START YOUR JOURNEY WITH A PANTO
(25 minutes)

Start your journey with our family-friendly pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, in our festive Visitor Centre. Enjoy your performance and then make your way to the Booking Hall to board the steam train.

🎅 NEXT TRAIN RIDE & MEET FATHER CHRISTMAS - KEEP YOUR GOLDEN TICKET!
(25 minutes)

You will be shown to your compartment where you will be visited by Father Christmas, who makes his way along the train to present a special golden ticket to all the children.  

🤶 AFTER THE TRAIN RIDE MEET MRS CLAUS & THE ELVES AT THE MUSEUM
After the train ride, your adventure continues in the museum with our brand-new experience! You will be magically transported to Santa’s workshop, where you can meet Mrs Claus and the elves, and your child can exchange their golden ticket for a gift of their choice.

🚻 TOILETS
Please note there are no toilets on the trains, but plenty around the site for you to use before your train ride.

👶BABY INFORMATION
NB Babies under 12 months are £8 and do NOT need a seat but will still receive a present. Seats are not allocated for babies. Pushchairs are not permitted on the train but can be left undercover on the platform.

DATES:
Saturday 30th November
Sunday 1st December
Saturday 7th December
Sunday 8th December
Saturday 14th December
Sunday 15th December
Saturday 21st December
Sunday 22nd December

SESSION TIMES:
Arrive by         Panto              Train
10:00
               10:25               11:15
10:55               11:15               12:05
11:50               12:10               13:00
12:45               13:05               13:55
14:00               14:20               15:05
14:55               15:15               16:00

🎟 TICKET PRICE'S
Bronze tickets: £22.50pp
(shared standard compartment)
Silver tickets: £24.50pp
(private standard compartment for 6-8 people)
Gold tickets: £26.50pp
(private First-Class compartment for 6 people)
Babies: £8.00 
(under 12 months)

*Pre-booking are essential. All bookings are subject to a £3 fee per booking.


Time: 12:00 - 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: 11:00 - 16:00

DATES:
▪️Saturday 7th December 2024
▪️Sunday 8th December 2024

We held our Christmas Tree festival last year in 2023 at Priory Church in Dunstable, Bedfordshire and it was a resounding success, so why not join us again this year?

🎄 WHAT TO SEE
See how local businesses and community organisations get creative by designing their own uniquely decorated tree, which tells their own story. Maybe it’s with traditional elegance, perhaps it’s something more whimsical. Whatever it is you’ll want to see this forest of uniquely decorated trees.

EXPECT
⭐️
Music
⭐️ Stalls
⭐️ Refreshments 

ℹ️ WANT TO TAKE PART?
If you are a local community organisation and would like to take part, please email us at:
📧dunstablechristmas@gmail.com  for more details.

ENTRY PRICES:
▪️Adult: £2.50
▪️Children: Free
(Children must be accompanied by an adult)


Time: 16:00 - 19:00

🎄 Light Up Clifton, our annual Christmas tree lighting and festive fun event for 2024!

🧑‍🎄 FREE FOR THE KIDS!
Free activities & games

DETAILS
This year we have some amazing new additions, our biggest Christmas Market to date and lots of free fun and entertainment.

⭐️ Christmas Market
⭐️ FREE Santa’s Grotto
⭐️ Live entertainment
⭐️ Food & drink
⭐️ Raffle
⭐️ Fun & games

🎅 FREE SANTA'S GROTTO
With huge thanks to our friends at  TJ PLUMBING SHEFFORD  we are once again able to offer a fantastic Santa's Grotto with a FREE gift for every child that visits on Saturday 7th December, between 4pm and 7pm.

🚂 POLAR EXPRESS ➡️ SANTA'S GROTTO
This year to get to Santa's Grotto, you will need to take a magical trip on our very own Polar Express (a.k.a. Willow the Land Train). Find the station by "the triangle" on Grange Street.

🛬FLIGHT SIMULATOR
Plus, while you are waiting for your turn with Santa or return trip on the train you can visit our friends from @2482HenlowCadets and have a go on their Flight Simulator!

🧑‍🎄 So many things to do at this year's Light Up Clifton, it'll definitely be an unmissable event!!




Time: 11:00 - 16:00

🎁 We are excited to announce the Bull in Barton-le-clay will be holding our first Christmas market!

FREE FOR STALL HOLDERS!
We would like to give small businesses a chance to show case their business, completely free of charge!... in the function room. Please contact us if you wish to show case your business.

☎️ Contact: 01582 291075

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!

😌 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.

🍳 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.

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.


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

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: 12:00

🎁 Come to the Christmas Market at The Red Lion in Studham from 12pm.

WHAT TO EXPECT
🍷
Stalls, Food, Carols, Mulled Wine & Cider!

STALLS:
⭐️Xmas wreaths
⭐️Jewellery 
⭐️Cards
⭐️Perfume
⭐️Soaps & skincare
⭐️3D Prints
⭐️Horse shoe creations 
⭐️Doggy stuff
⭐️Toad stalls
⭐️Jam, chutney, pate
⭐️....and more!



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: 11:00 - 15:00

🎄🎅 Join us at the New Bradwell Christmas Fair at New Bradwell Community Centre.

WHAT TO EXPECT
🛍 Festive Stalls: Browse through a variety of unique Christmas gifts for your loved ones!
🎅 Santa's Grotto: Visit Santa's workshop and share your Christmas wishes! Just £4 per child, and every child receives a gift! (Tickets must be purchased in advance.)

🎟 HOW TO BOOK YOUR SANTA TICKETS CONTACT:
📧: nbschoolpta@gmail.com
☎️: 07933 550888

✨️ Don't miss this magical event filled with festive cheer for the whole family! 
Hosted by New Bradwell School PTA.

Time: 10:00 - 16:00

DATES:
▪️Saturday 7th December 2024
▪️Sunday 8th December 2024

▪️Admission: Free
(donations are welcome) -
▪️Last entry 15:30.


🎄EVENT INFORMATION
Explore the grand rooms and grounds of Shuttleworth House and Garden Suite and meander around a variety of local food, craft and gift stalls.

Trade stalls will be positioned around the grand rooms of Shuttleworth House and the Garden Suite for visitors to enjoy both the stunning interiors as they shop from a variety of food, craft and gift stalls.

🏛 SHUTTLEWORTH HOUSE
Shuttleworth House was designed by the prominent Victorian architect Henry Clutton and is a real treasure trove of opulence, with many fantastic artefacts to see.

🌸 DO YOU WANT TO VISIT THE SWISS GARDEN ALSO?
Please note that if you wish to visit the Collection or Swiss Garden, you must purchase a valid Daily Admission Ticket. You can do this via the event link

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY 
Please note that some of the areas are only accessible via steps.

🅿️ PARKING
Parking is separate from the main visitor attraction and will be located on the Parkland by Shuttleworth House. Please follow parking signage on the day.

🐶 DOGS
Dogs are sadly not permitted inside Shuttleworth House, Swiss Garden or Collection Hangars but are welcome outside for a walk around the parkland and house grounds. Assistance dogs welcome.

🍷 FOOD & DRINKS
We are excited to announce local caterers Boss Hogs will be providing their delicious Hog Roast and the Churro Boyz will be serving up their Multi award winning Churros!

Coffee & Cake Lounge (with mulled wine!) in the Garden Suite

Head to the Garden Suite where we will be bringing back our coffee & cake lounge now with festive treats!

Serving: hot drinks, mulled wine and much much more!
 

Time: 19:00 - 23:45 Price: £26.00

🎊 Kick off your festivities with a two course meal and live music at our Christmas Party at the Rufus Centre in Flitwick.

AGE: Over 18's

🥂 PARTY PARTY!!
Company party? Group of friends? Family get together? All welcome! Share the Christmas cheer with us.

⭐️Doors open at: 7pm 
⭐️Sit down meal starts at: 7.30pm
⭐️Live Music with DJ until: 11.45pm

📖 MENU - TWO COURSE MEAL
Menu released closer to the time

🎟 BOOK TICKETS ON THE EVENT LINK



Time: 10:00 - 13:00

🌲And here it is - our annual joint Christmas event with Vale Community Church! We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible for a fun-filled FREE Christmas event !

WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️
Visit with Santa
⭐️ Christmas Crafting
⭐️ Christmas Story
⭐️ Refreshments

❤️ABOUT THE HEART OF MARSTON
The Heart of Marston isn't just about raising funds to support children's mental and emotional health, but also about providing those special memories to local families and we're so grateful to be doing this with Vale Community Church. A huge thanku to Adele at Nutmeg Studio for once again generously donating her time to design our poster 🙏!

Time: 15:00 - 16:30

🚨 EVENT CANCELLED 🚨 

🌳 A friendly gathering/walk organised to create a welcoming and supportive space for women, to walk (or sit) and talk (or not) on Saturdays in Bedford. All welcome.

🫶 WOMEN COMING TOGETHER
We all need a community around us, people we can share moments and experiences with, among whom we find support and understanding. Starting mid-September this will be a regular weekly meet-up (outdoors or indoors - if the right place is found), fostering a safe environment and deeper connections that develop over time.

WHAT IS THIS GROUP INTENDED FOR?
Women for Women is intended as a space where everyone can find their people, their tribe and have that sense of belonging that is more difficult to achieve in the modern world, outside of your closest family circle (if that is the case). We are all different, bringing our uniqueness to the people around us and the community. Let's celebrate and cherish that, learn from each other and be for one another in this space.

🗺 I WOULD LOVE TO BE APART OF THIS - WHERE DO WE MEET?
We meet at Bedford Band Stand in the park - click the address location link above and it will show you. 

Time: 10:00

🎄 A Christmas Market will be held this year at The Market Cross in Dunstable.

WOULD YOU LIKE A STALL?
Tables can be reserved for anyone who would like to have a stall to sell all of your Christmas crafts and goodies. No charge at all. We just want to support our local community 🫶🏻

ℹ️ Contact us on the below email address to reserve your table today.

📧 Emma.kavanagh@marstons.co.uk



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.


Time: 19:30 - 21:30

🎼 Danesborough Chorus invites you to join them for a feast of seasonal music and readings.

🎵 WHAT TO EXPECT
Music to include Leighton Buzzard-based composer Philip Stopford’s beautiful setting of the 15th century carol There is no rose, Peter Warlock’s Bethlehem Down, Bedfordshire composer Richard Bullen’s The Oxen and Morten Lauridsen’s evocative Sure on this shining night.

🎟 TICKET PRICE
(Get tickets via the event link)

Includes seasonal refreshments. 
▪️Adult: £10 
▪️Under 18s: £5

Time: 15:00 - 18:00

🔦 This Winter the much-anticipated Lantern Parade will be lighting up the streets of Wolverton once again.

❄️ THEME: THE FOUR SEASONS
The theme for 2024 is 'The Four Seasons.' Bring along your lantern creations and

WHAT TO EXPECT
😋 Enjoy street food
🎼 The Collaboration Choir
🥁 Four drumming bands
📯 Wolverton Town Band
⭐️ Giant lanterns made by local schoolchildren
🤹‍♂️ A circus skills workshop

TIMES:
▪️From 2pm - Lantern Festival Cafe and live music in Foundation House.
▪️From 2pm - Local food and drink vendors.
▪️Parade 4.30pm - Parade departs from The Square.

🙏FUNDERS
Many thanks to our funders: 
Wolverton & Greenleys Town Council, Future Wolverton, Wolverton Science & Arts Institute, Co-op, Maisies, Places for People, Nourish Holistic Therapy, Localgiving donors, TOWN and Still Green Cohousing.

Time: 20:00 - 01:00

😃 Mr Scruff is coming to Esquires in Bedford! This one has been a long standing target for the best part of 20 years. We can finally, happily say that we are bringing Mr. Scruff to Bedford Esquires in December, for a mammoth, 5 hour set!

🎧 ABOUT MR SCRUFF
Manchester-based Mr. Scruff is a producer, cartoonist and cross-genre selector who loves to play long DJ sets, and occasionally B2B sets with similarly wide-eared end excitable DJs. He has been DJing since 1984, and has been getting paid for it since 1994.

A sound obsessive who likes to get in the venue early to set up and sound check, he brings his mixer, effects, vinyl (unless he is playing upside down on a windy boat), cables, a sound engineer and some boiled eggs. Sometimes he brings VJ Jim or MC Kwasi. He usually brings socks, but occasionally forgets. All we know, is it's going to be a lot of fun.

🎶 TYPE OF MUSIC TO EXPECT
His DJ sets can range from deep soul/funk/reggae/afro/jazz /latin/hip-hop to harder edged electro/house/new wave/techno /electronic all knitted together with supreme technical skill and a keen sense of fun.

🎫 TICKETS - Purchase via the event link, tickets will be selling out quick!
▪️£22.00


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.


Time: 10:00 - 12:00 Price: £10.00

🎨 We are thrilled to announce Opal Arts will be continuing their Saturday morning Art Club at the Bennett's Cafe in the Dunstable, Bedfordshire at the slightly later time 10am to 12pm.

AGES:
5 -13
COST: £10 per session

🖌ABOUT OPAL ARTS
Opal Arts is a creative club committed to inspiring the artist in us all. We encourage individuality, expression and exploration with a healthy dollop of fun.

DATES & SESSIONS 2024:
▪️9th November- Make a clay doughnut/cake and packaging
▪️16th November- Paint clay doughnut/cake and packaging
▪️23rd November- Printing using different foods
▪️30th November- Still life watercolour resist painting
⭐️7th December- Create a food character from fabric
▪️14th December- Make a Christmas wreath
▪️21st December- Make a glitter shaker bauble

HOW TO BOOK -
1️⃣ Click the event link to fill out the form or scan the QR code on the poster to book a space!
2️⃣ Please pay £10.00 per child for each 2 hour session using BACS information;
Payee Name: Opal Arts.
Account Number: 66695671.
Sort code: 04-03-33.
Spaces will be confirmed once this booking form and payment have been received. Thank you.

ANY QUESTIONS?
Contact me with any questions by email:
📧 lucy@opalarts.co.uk

🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in:
🗺 Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
🚶‍♀️The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.


Time: 11:00 - 14:00

EVENT DETAILS
⭐️Join us for refreshments.
⭐️Free handmade and preloved gifts.
⭐️Free arts and crafts, make your own reindeer food... and, of course, Santa!

🎅 This is a free event. We're asking people to sign up using the link via the event link so we know how many people will be coming.

🗺 LOCATION
This event is located next to the Ampthill Carpets & Flooring shop.

🎅 BACK FOR 2024... The popular Santa's Grotto Experience is back at The Emporium in Woburn Sands! Adapted SEN sessions with longer times in between sessions to allow the journey to the grotto to be enjoyed in good time taking into account any wheelchair users etc.

DATES:
▪️
Saturday 30th November 
▪️Sunday 1st December
▪️Saturday 7th December
▪️Sunday 8th December
▪️Saturday 14th December
▪️Sunday 15th December
▪️Wednesday 18th December
▪️Thursday 19th December
▪️Friday 20th December 
▪️Saturday 21st December
▪️Sunday 22nd December
▪️Monday 23rd December
▪️Tuesday 24th December  

TIMES: Options between 9am - 9.50am


✨️ SEN SESSIONS
These exclusive family sessions also make sure that there is minimal queuing, minimal crowds and the noise level will be reduced to ensure that you and your family will enjoy your visit to Santa's grotto to meet the man himself and the magical experience on the way to the grotto.

✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Make some magical memories this Christmas as one of Santa's elves greets you as you arrive and then you will walk through different themes, taking in the sights and sounds on the way to the grotto to be greeted by the man himself where children will be able to chat with Santa and receive a present.

1️⃣ WALK BY SANTA’S WORKSHOP
Go past Santa’s Workshop and mailroom on the way where presents get wrapped and letters to Santa are sorted through!

2️⃣ MAKE SOME REINDEER FOOD
Stop off at the Reindeer Food Bar to prepare and bag up some reindeer food to take home ready to leave out on Christmas Eve!

3️⃣ PHOTO WITH SANTA
(OPTIONAL EXTRA)

A photograph will be taken with Santa and will be available to purchase as an additional extra, either as a print in a presentation folder or a gift item such as a bauble or snow block (subject to availability). This is an optional extra and there is no obligation to purchase.

ℹ️ BOOKING INFORMATION
Sessions are per booking, so you will get to enjoy the experience as a family group.

🎟 COST

  • ⭐️Santa's Grotto Experience SEN Accompanying Adult/Carer: £5.00

  • ⭐️Santa's Grotto Experience SEN - Child: £16.00

  • ⭐️Santa's Grotto Experience SEN - Adult: £16.00

  • ⭐️Additional Child: £16.00

Time: 12:00 - 21:00

DATES: Saturday 30th November - Sunday 5th January 2024
(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

(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

Time: 10:30 - 17:00

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.