🧑🎄 FREE FESTIVE FAMILY FUN IN BEDFORD 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 11:00 - 15:15
🧑🎄 A weekend dedicated to free family-friendly fun in the Harpur Square in Bedford Town Centre.
2024 DATES:
▪️Saturday 21st December
▪️Sunday 22nd December
2024 DATES:
▪️Saturday 21st December
▪️Sunday 22nd December
WHAT TO EXPECT
The Council’s Family Fun Day offering:
⭐️ Games
⭐️ Activities,
⭐️ Entertainment for kids of all ages
⭐️ Food & drink from Eat Feast untill 4pm.
SUNDAY SCHEDULE
The schedule can be seen on Bedford Borough's website, below or in the pictures.
🎪WORKSHOP TENT
🔸️11am – 12pm Art School – Painting a Christmas Shopper Bag
Participants are given a white shopper bag. The artist provides participants with prepared sketches on a Christmas theme. Participants draw the outline of the drawing on the bag. And then fill the drawing with professional paint. At the end of the master class, each participant takes home their new bag.
🔸️12pm – 12.45pm Art School – Christmas Card
For each participant a personal place is prepared at an individual easel. Participants choose a sketch of a drawing on a Christmas theme. And draw standing at the easel on a large sheet of cardboard, A3 format. At the end of the master class, each participant takes home a finished Christmas card.
🔸️1pm – 2pm Create a Festive Crown with Kaye Mahoney (aka Kaye Leidoskope)
These upcycled cardboard crowns are a delightful addition to any kid’s dressing up box for the Christmas holidays. Made using cardboard and recycled Christmas cards and decorations. Age suggestions 3 or 4 years and up.
🎪 ACTIVITY TENT
🔸️11am – 11.30am Laughter Yoga with Cheryl Green
Laughter exercises such as making a laughter milkshake and unpacking a laughter present. Have you heard an elephant laugh? Come along to open your imagination and walk away full of festive joy.
The Council’s Family Fun Day offering:
⭐️ Games
⭐️ Activities,
⭐️ Entertainment for kids of all ages
⭐️ Food & drink from Eat Feast untill 4pm.
SUNDAY SCHEDULE
The schedule can be seen on Bedford Borough's website, below or in the pictures.
🎪WORKSHOP TENT
🔸️11am – 12pm Art School – Painting a Christmas Shopper Bag
Participants are given a white shopper bag. The artist provides participants with prepared sketches on a Christmas theme. Participants draw the outline of the drawing on the bag. And then fill the drawing with professional paint. At the end of the master class, each participant takes home their new bag.
🔸️12pm – 12.45pm Art School – Christmas Card
For each participant a personal place is prepared at an individual easel. Participants choose a sketch of a drawing on a Christmas theme. And draw standing at the easel on a large sheet of cardboard, A3 format. At the end of the master class, each participant takes home a finished Christmas card.
🔸️1pm – 2pm Create a Festive Crown with Kaye Mahoney (aka Kaye Leidoskope)
These upcycled cardboard crowns are a delightful addition to any kid’s dressing up box for the Christmas holidays. Made using cardboard and recycled Christmas cards and decorations. Age suggestions 3 or 4 years and up.
🎪 ACTIVITY TENT
🔸️11am – 11.30am Laughter Yoga with Cheryl Green
Laughter exercises such as making a laughter milkshake and unpacking a laughter present. Have you heard an elephant laugh? Come along to open your imagination and walk away full of festive joy.
🔸️11.45pm – 12.15pm Frosty Potions Session with Little Science Lab
Add some sparkle to an icy potion and watch the magic happen… A cool opportunity to learn about solids, liquids and gases!
Add some sparkle to an icy potion and watch the magic happen… A cool opportunity to learn about solids, liquids and gases!
🔸️12.30pm – 1pm Frosty Potions Session with Little Science Lab
Add some sparkle to an icy potion and watch the magic happen… A cool opportunity to learn about solids, liquids and gases!
Add some sparkle to an icy potion and watch the magic happen… A cool opportunity to learn about solids, liquids and gases!
🔸️1.30pm – 2.15pm Fire Tiles with Little Science Lab
Make a beautiful Christmas tile for yourself or as a gift, decorated with alcohol inks and set on fire for an extra wow factor!
Make a beautiful Christmas tile for yourself or as a gift, decorated with alcohol inks and set on fire for an extra wow factor!
🔸️2.30pm – 3.15pm Fire Tiles with Little Science Lab
Make a beautiful Christmas tile for yourself or as a gift, decorated with alcohol inks and set on fire for an extra wow factor!
Make a beautiful Christmas tile for yourself or as a gift, decorated with alcohol inks and set on fire for an extra wow factor!
🎶 LIVE MUSIC
Keep your ears open for live music, with bands and choirs throughout the weekend, bringing the Christmas cheer to life.
Keep your ears open for live music, with bands and choirs throughout the weekend, bringing the Christmas cheer to life.
38 other events on this day
🎼🕯Carols by Candlelight at All Saints' Houghton Regis 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 18:00
🕯A traditional service of carols and readings by candlelight to celebrate the approaching birth of the Lord Jesus at All Saints Church in Houghton Regis.
☕️ Seasonal refreshments served after the service.
☕️ Seasonal refreshments served after the service.
🚂☕️ Christmas Afternoon Tea in the Buffet Carriage ar Rushden Station
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 15:00
🚂 Enjoy a festive Christmas Afternoon Tea in our Gresley Buffet Carriage at Rushden Train Station.
MENU INCLUDES:
⭐️ Fresh seasonal sandwiches,
⭐️ homemade scones,
⭐️ A variety of festive cakes & savouries and a delicious dessert.
If you have any special dietary requirements please tell us when booking.
🎟 COST - Book via the event link
▪️Adults: £25
▪️Children (under 14): £20
MENU INCLUDES:
⭐️ Fresh seasonal sandwiches,
⭐️ homemade scones,
⭐️ A variety of festive cakes & savouries and a delicious dessert.
If you have any special dietary requirements please tell us when booking.
🎟 COST - Book via the event link
▪️Adults: £25
▪️Children (under 14): £20
🕯Carols by Candlelight at King's Church in Flitwick 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 18:00 - 19:00
🎼 Join us on Sunday 22nd December 2024 at King's Church in Flitwick at 6:00pm for a service of traditional carols and readings.
🛍 😋 Bedford Market plus Eat Feast 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
🛍 Come to Bedford Market, enjoy great food from Eat Feast and come and shop local! Come and get your last minute gifts and essentials.
▪️MARKET OPEN: 10:00am-4:00pm
▪️EAT FEAST: 11:00am-4:00pm
🎄 EAT FEAST
Streetfood alongside FREE children’s crafts & amusements.
🇹🇹 Caribbean - ONE POT SHACK
🍜 Korean Chicken - maya.streetfood
🍟 Loaded Fries - high.fryers
🍷 Bar with Mulled Wine the_stirrup_bar_bedford
▪️MARKET OPEN: 10:00am-4:00pm
▪️EAT FEAST: 11:00am-4:00pm
🎄 EAT FEAST
Streetfood alongside FREE children’s crafts & amusements.
🇹🇹 Caribbean - ONE POT SHACK
🍜 Korean Chicken - maya.streetfood
🍟 Loaded Fries - high.fryers
🍷 Bar with Mulled Wine the_stirrup_bar_bedford
🎅✨️ Enchanted Forest' at Luton Point - Christmas 2024 (£3per child or FREE if you spend £20 or more at The Point, Luton)
Sunday 22 December 2024
🎅 Father Christmas is heading to Luton Point this Christmas - join us in the 'Enchanted Forest' for an exciting festive family adventure...
▪️DATES: Up untill 24/12/24
▪️TIMES: 10am - 5pm
(10am-3pm Christmas Eve)
▪️SESSION TIME: 30 minute slots
🧑🎄 WHAT TO EXPECT
Upon entering the ‘Enchanted Forest’ you’ll be welcomed by a friendly Forest Elf who will guide the way along the magical forest path. As you explore deeper into the wooded glade, you’ll be invited to create your own wooden Christmas decoration and pose for a festive photo on the ‘Forest Throne’.
Taking pride of place up ahead and nestled amongst the trees, Father Christmas’ log cabin will be shining brightly, with the man himself waiting inside to greet you for a one-on-one family meeting.
🌠 After sharing your hopes & dreams for this festive season, Father Christmas will reward you with a magical token, to be thrown into the ‘Christmas Wishing Well’ along with your BIGGEST wish, before you head out of the ‘Enchanted Forest’.
The full activity, including a visit with Father Christmas, will last around 25 minutes in total.
😌 QUIETER SESSIONS:
We invite families requiring additional support to book during our first time slots from 10am each Sunday (24th November, 1st / 8th / 15th & 22nd December 24) when the shopping centre is a little quieter and the children can be allowed more time to complete the activity.
🎟 BOOK QUIETER SESSIONS ONLINE
if you wish to reserve a space(s) for any of these sessions, please email:
📧 hello@atomicbee.co.uk
and you will be allocated access on a first come, first served basis.
🎟 TICKETS & HOW TO GET FREE ENTRY:
*Entry to Luton Point’s ‘Enchanted Forest’ event is £3 per child or FREE if you have spent £20 or more in any of Luton Point’s shops on the day of your visit. Simply show your receipts at the Welcome Desk for FREE entry.
Your spend / receipt value of £20+ will be recorded by the team for management purposes. You will retain your original receipt and your personal / card details will not be recorded.
A receipt (or combined receipts) for £20+ spend is eligible for a maximum of THREE children to attend the event for free. Additional children, or shoppers not wishing to present receipts, will be asked to pay £3 per child at the Welcome Desk by card or cash.
If you are visiting during the first 1.5hrs (between 10am and 11.30am) on a Sunday morning we can accept receipts from the previous 3 days prior as stores will not be open in time to present receipts for that day.
*Read more details or to book you can do this via the event link.
▪️DATES: Up untill 24/12/24
▪️TIMES: 10am - 5pm
(10am-3pm Christmas Eve)
▪️SESSION TIME: 30 minute slots
🧑🎄 WHAT TO EXPECT
Upon entering the ‘Enchanted Forest’ you’ll be welcomed by a friendly Forest Elf who will guide the way along the magical forest path. As you explore deeper into the wooded glade, you’ll be invited to create your own wooden Christmas decoration and pose for a festive photo on the ‘Forest Throne’.
Taking pride of place up ahead and nestled amongst the trees, Father Christmas’ log cabin will be shining brightly, with the man himself waiting inside to greet you for a one-on-one family meeting.
🌠 After sharing your hopes & dreams for this festive season, Father Christmas will reward you with a magical token, to be thrown into the ‘Christmas Wishing Well’ along with your BIGGEST wish, before you head out of the ‘Enchanted Forest’.
The full activity, including a visit with Father Christmas, will last around 25 minutes in total.
😌 QUIETER SESSIONS:
We invite families requiring additional support to book during our first time slots from 10am each Sunday (24th November, 1st / 8th / 15th & 22nd December 24) when the shopping centre is a little quieter and the children can be allowed more time to complete the activity.
🎟 BOOK QUIETER SESSIONS ONLINE
if you wish to reserve a space(s) for any of these sessions, please email:
📧 hello@atomicbee.co.uk
and you will be allocated access on a first come, first served basis.
🎟 TICKETS & HOW TO GET FREE ENTRY:
*Entry to Luton Point’s ‘Enchanted Forest’ event is £3 per child or FREE if you have spent £20 or more in any of Luton Point’s shops on the day of your visit. Simply show your receipts at the Welcome Desk for FREE entry.
Your spend / receipt value of £20+ will be recorded by the team for management purposes. You will retain your original receipt and your personal / card details will not be recorded.
A receipt (or combined receipts) for £20+ spend is eligible for a maximum of THREE children to attend the event for free. Additional children, or shoppers not wishing to present receipts, will be asked to pay £3 per child at the Welcome Desk by card or cash.
If you are visiting during the first 1.5hrs (between 10am and 11.30am) on a Sunday morning we can accept receipts from the previous 3 days prior as stores will not be open in time to present receipts for that day.
*Read more details or to book you can do this via the event link.
🎅 Santa's Grotto 50 Minutes Experience - The Olde Watermill - Barton-le-clay
🎅 The Santa Express is heading for the North Pole Station, destination…..Santa’s Grotto and Christmas Wonderland at the Olde Watermill Shopping Village.
Don’t miss out, book your tickets NOW for a fabulous, festive 50 minutes experience including a trip on Santa’s Special Funfair ride for every child.
DATES FOR 2024:
▪️Sat 23rd Nov. ▪️Fri 13th Dec
▪️Sun 24th Nov. ▪️Sat 14th Dec
▪️Sat 30th Nov. ▪️Sun 15th Dec
▪️Sun 1st Dec. ▪️Mon 16th Dec
▪️Mon 2nd Dec. ▪️Wed 18th Dec
▪️Thurs 5th Dec. ▪️Thur 19th Dec
▪️Fri 6th Dec. ▪️Fri 20th Dec
▪️Sat 7th Dec. ▪️Sat 21st Dec
▪️Sun 8th Dec. ▪️Sun 22nd Dec
▪️Mon 9th Dec. ▪️Mon 23rd Dec
▪️Thurs 12th Dec. ▪️Tues 24th Dec
EVENT DETAILS
🧝♂️FIRST STOP FUN WITH THE ELVES
First stop is a visit to Buffer and Stoker in their Engine Shed. These clever Elves will help you design your own Santa Express decoration to take home with you whilst entertaining you with jokes and fun.
🦌MAGICAL REINDEER FOOD
Full steam ahead to the Junction Shed to meet Mr P the Station Master. He has just received a delivery of Christmassy letters from Rudolph, one for every child, and your magical reindeer food ready for Christmas Eve. Mr P the Station Master will also help you make your own special wish upon a star.
🚂CHRISTMAS RIDE
Conductor, the Elf will then lead the way and give each a child a ticket for Santa’s special Christmas ride.
🎅MEET SANTA
At the end of the Station you will find Santa and Mrs Claus in their cosy sitting room, where Santa will have a story for you and a present for each child, enjoy your own special time with him and there will be the opportunity for you to take that memorable photograph.
☃️FOLLOW THE SNOW TRAIL
Wrap up warm and step outside onto the North Pole Station and climb aboard The Santa Express for more magical photographs. The fun doesn’t stop there, follow the snow trail to find Santa’s special Christmas ride and say “hello” to Chilly Elf and the North Pole Snowman, don’t forget the photo opportunities along the way.
COST
❄️ ADULT: £5.99
❄️ CHILD : £17.49
❄️ UNDER 1: £7.99
🎟 TO BOOK TICKETS CLICK THE EVENT LINK WHICH WILL TAKE YOU TO THE BOOKING PAGE TO SELECT AN AVAILABLE DATE AND TIME.
DATES FOR 2024:
▪️Sat 23rd Nov. ▪️Fri 13th Dec
▪️Sun 24th Nov. ▪️Sat 14th Dec
▪️Sat 30th Nov. ▪️Sun 15th Dec
▪️Sun 1st Dec. ▪️Mon 16th Dec
▪️Mon 2nd Dec. ▪️Wed 18th Dec
▪️Thurs 5th Dec. ▪️Thur 19th Dec
▪️Fri 6th Dec. ▪️Fri 20th Dec
▪️Sat 7th Dec. ▪️Sat 21st Dec
▪️Sun 8th Dec. ▪️Sun 22nd Dec
▪️Mon 9th Dec. ▪️Mon 23rd Dec
▪️Thurs 12th Dec. ▪️Tues 24th Dec
EVENT DETAILS
🧝♂️FIRST STOP FUN WITH THE ELVES
First stop is a visit to Buffer and Stoker in their Engine Shed. These clever Elves will help you design your own Santa Express decoration to take home with you whilst entertaining you with jokes and fun.
🦌MAGICAL REINDEER FOOD
Full steam ahead to the Junction Shed to meet Mr P the Station Master. He has just received a delivery of Christmassy letters from Rudolph, one for every child, and your magical reindeer food ready for Christmas Eve. Mr P the Station Master will also help you make your own special wish upon a star.
🚂CHRISTMAS RIDE
Conductor, the Elf will then lead the way and give each a child a ticket for Santa’s special Christmas ride.
🎅MEET SANTA
At the end of the Station you will find Santa and Mrs Claus in their cosy sitting room, where Santa will have a story for you and a present for each child, enjoy your own special time with him and there will be the opportunity for you to take that memorable photograph.
☃️FOLLOW THE SNOW TRAIL
Wrap up warm and step outside onto the North Pole Station and climb aboard The Santa Express for more magical photographs. The fun doesn’t stop there, follow the snow trail to find Santa’s special Christmas ride and say “hello” to Chilly Elf and the North Pole Snowman, don’t forget the photo opportunities along the way.
COST
❄️ ADULT: £5.99
❄️ CHILD : £17.49
❄️ UNDER 1: £7.99
🎟 TO BOOK TICKETS CLICK THE EVENT LINK WHICH WILL TAKE YOU TO THE BOOKING PAGE TO SELECT AN AVAILABLE DATE AND TIME.
🐊 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo - An affordable zoo in Huntingdon not too far from Bedfordshire! 🌟 Whatsup Bedfordshire Recommended for 2024!
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
OPENING TIMES:
▪️Monday - Closed
▪️Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00am - 4:30pm
🦁 WHAT ANIMALS WILL I SEE?
The zoo proudly house's over 100 fascinating animals, from majestic African Lions to delightful sloth bears, a racoon dog, skunk, otters, a bob cat, wallabies, rabbits, meerkats and many more.
🌴 TROPICAL HOUSE
Inside the warm Tropical house you will find crocodiles, turtles, fish & snakes surrounded by palm trees.
(The Whatsup Bedfordshire family loved this!)
🛝 FUN FOR THE KIDS
You will find an outdoor play area with a climing frame, swings, slide and bouncers. You will also find a tranquil circular woodland walk. Keep a look out for Peacocks roaming around near the Steak House!
▪️Monday - Closed
▪️Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00am - 4:30pm
🦁 WHAT ANIMALS WILL I SEE?
The zoo proudly house's over 100 fascinating animals, from majestic African Lions to delightful sloth bears, a racoon dog, skunk, otters, a bob cat, wallabies, rabbits, meerkats and many more.
🌴 TROPICAL HOUSE
Inside the warm Tropical house you will find crocodiles, turtles, fish & snakes surrounded by palm trees.
(The Whatsup Bedfordshire family loved this!)
🛝 FUN FOR THE KIDS
You will find an outdoor play area with a climing frame, swings, slide and bouncers. You will also find a tranquil circular woodland walk. Keep a look out for Peacocks roaming around near the Steak House!
🐶 DOGS
Don’t forget, dogs are welcome too!
😋 FOOD & DRINK
Onsite your can visit:
▪️The Steakhouse
(Open Wednesday- Sunday)
▪️The Tea Room
▪️Farm Shop
🚫 Please be aware pinics are not allowed.
❗️Please check either the website via the event link or photos for opening times.
♿️ IS THE ZOO ACCESSIABLE?
(Whatsup Bedfordshire advice)
The parking is on gravel stones so this maybe hard to navigate a wheelchair. Although it does mention on the website that you can park infront of the Farm Shop which is tarmac ideal for wheelchair users. The farm shop, Steak House & Tea room are accessible. On a winter day you may find the zoo area paths are muddy, with some gravel paths and grass, so it maybe hard to push a wheelchair in places. There is a wooden slat ramp to the Tropical house.
🚻 Accessible toilets - Accessible toilets are available in both the Steakhouse and Tea room.
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED, JUST PAY ON THE GATE BY CASH OR CARD!
▪️ Adult: £5
▪️ Child: £4
▪️ Ages 3 & under: Free
☃️ Stevenage Winter Wonderland 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
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
28th Nov 24 - 1st Jan 25
DATES & TIMES:
▪️Weekdays: 4pm - 10pm
▪️Weekends: 12-10pm
▪️21st Dec - 1st Jan open from:
12pm - 10pm
🚫 (Closed Christmas Day)
ENTRY: Entrance Fee to Stevenage Winter Wonderland: £2.00 per person
Free entry when you purchase any Ice Skating Packages online
🎠 AMUSEMENTS
Experience the excitement at Stevenage Winter Wonderland! With thrilling rides for all ages, there's adventure around every corner. From charming carousels to the classic Ferris wheel, there's fun for everyone. The laughter of kids and the cheers of adults fill the air, making it a magical atmosphere. Gather your friends, grab some candyfloss, and enjoy a world of joy and thrills!
🎅 MEET & GREET SANTA -
🎟 Available weekends only untill 22/12/24
(Book online via the event link)
Meet Santa, have a group photo taken and receive a gift.
▪️1 Child: £12
▪️Additional Child: £4
⛸️ ICE SKATING - Ages 4+
(Check prices on the website via the event link)
Enjoy the magic of our Winter Wonderland ice skating rink, perfect for all ages and skill levels. Whether you're an experienced skater or a beginner, we have skates ready for you! Each session lasts 45 minutes, giving you plenty of time to glide, spin, and have fun on the ice. Friendly staff are on hand to help, making it a great experience for everyone!
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
Our experienced vendors bring a wide variety of delicious food to the Winter Wonderland, offering something for everyone to enjoy. From classic comfort foods like hot dogs, burgers, and loaded fries to festive treats to get you in the festive mood. Hot drinks and seasonal beverages are also available to keep you warm!
🎟 FUNFAIR TOKEN BUNDLE ONLINE DEAL: £40 for 50 tokens
🎡 BIG WHEEL ONLINE COST: £5
🌐 BOOKING:
You can book tickets for funfair bundles, ice-skating, The big wheel, Santa's Grotto which is weekends only untill 22/12/24,
on the website via the event link.
You can pay just for the entrance fee when you arrive. Remember if you have booked ice-skating online your entrance fee is included into Stevenage Winter Wonderland.
🎅 MEET & GREET SANTA -
🎟 Available weekends only untill 22/12/24
(Book online via the event link)
Meet Santa, have a group photo taken and receive a gift.
▪️1 Child: £12
▪️Additional Child: £4
⛸️ ICE SKATING - Ages 4+
(Check prices on the website via the event link)
Enjoy the magic of our Winter Wonderland ice skating rink, perfect for all ages and skill levels. Whether you're an experienced skater or a beginner, we have skates ready for you! Each session lasts 45 minutes, giving you plenty of time to glide, spin, and have fun on the ice. Friendly staff are on hand to help, making it a great experience for everyone!
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
Our experienced vendors bring a wide variety of delicious food to the Winter Wonderland, offering something for everyone to enjoy. From classic comfort foods like hot dogs, burgers, and loaded fries to festive treats to get you in the festive mood. Hot drinks and seasonal beverages are also available to keep you warm!
🎟 FUNFAIR TOKEN BUNDLE ONLINE DEAL: £40 for 50 tokens
🎡 BIG WHEEL ONLINE COST: £5
🌐 BOOKING:
You can book tickets for funfair bundles, ice-skating, The big wheel, Santa's Grotto which is weekends only untill 22/12/24,
on the website via the event link.
You can pay just for the entrance fee when you arrive. Remember if you have booked ice-skating online your entrance fee is included into Stevenage Winter Wonderland.
🧝♂️👣 Family trail: Chaos at Christmas at Dunstable Downs 2024 (No pre-booking necessary)
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 15:00 Price: £3.00
2024 DATES:
▪️30 November - 31 December
(closed on 24 and 25 December).
TIMES
Drop in between 10.00am and 3.00pm.
PRICE: £3 per trail
🍭EVENT DETAILS
Those mischievous elves are at it again! They've knocked over our Christmas tree, scattering all the baubles that the hardworking elves at the North Pole spent so much time making. Without them, Christmas can't happen! We need your help to save the day by finding the final 8 missing baubles. A festive treat awaits all those who succeed!
▪️30 November - 31 December
(closed on 24 and 25 December).
TIMES
Drop in between 10.00am and 3.00pm.
PRICE: £3 per trail
🍭EVENT DETAILS
Those mischievous elves are at it again! They've knocked over our Christmas tree, scattering all the baubles that the hardworking elves at the North Pole spent so much time making. Without them, Christmas can't happen! We need your help to save the day by finding the final 8 missing baubles. A festive treat awaits all those who succeed!
😌 ALTERNATIVE OPTION
For those looking for an alternative option, we also have themed sensory bags and spotter sheets that enable you to enjoy the trail's magic in a more accessible way.
📍WHERE CAN I FIND YOU?
Join us at the Visitor Centre to begin your trail.
For those looking for an alternative option, we also have themed sensory bags and spotter sheets that enable you to enjoy the trail's magic in a more accessible way.
📍WHERE CAN I FIND YOU?
Join us at the Visitor Centre to begin your trail.
🍳 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
BREAKFAST WITH THE ELVES?
CHECK OUT THE MENU, BOOKING & DETAILS ON THE EVENT LINK
Why not fuel up first and book in with the Elves for a festive breakfast? They may even give you some bonus tips... (find out more on our events page via the event link).
Dates in December 24:
▪️Available every weekend up until 22nd Dec and:
▪️Thurs 19th Dec
▪️Fri 20th Dec
▪️Mon 23rd Dec
🐶 DOGS
Friendly dogs welcome on leads.
🅿️ PARKING
Usual car parking charges apply.
🚂 🎅The Panto Express Jack & The Beanstalk at The Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Sunday 22 December 2024
🚂 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.
(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
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.
☃️ Narnia at Wrest Park 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
DATES
23 Nov - 22 Dec 2024
DAYS OPEN ONLY ON:
▪️Wednesday
▪️Thursday
▪️Friday
▪️Saturday
▪️Sunday
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Step through the wardrobe and into the snowy magic of Narnia at Wrest Park this Christmas. Experience the enchantment of C.S. Lewis’ "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" as Wrest Park transforms into a winter wonderland with festive decorations, twinkling lights, and scenes from the beloved story.
❄️ THE WHITE WITCH
Explore the beautifully decorated house, where The White Witch has cast her spell, making it always winter and never Christmas. Journey your way through Narnia, escaping the Witch’s spell and end your adventure in the magical throne room.
👣 GARDEN TRAIL
Outside, continue into the gardens for an enchanting Narnia-themed trail for families to enjoy, included in the ticket price.
🎠 THE FAIRGROUND IS ONLY OPEN AT WEEKENDS
On weekends, you can also enjoy the festive atmosphere with wintry fairground rides available for £5 for unlimited rides, which you can pay for on site. Don’t miss this magical adventure, perfect for families and fans of Narnia!
🚨UPDATED NOW SOLD OUT!
🎅I’d like to attend Father Christmas at Wrest Park too, is that possible?
Dates: 30 Nov – 22 December
Cost: £9.50
Yes! There’s an extra charge to visit Father Christmas, so you’ll need to add a ticket to see Father Christmas on the ‘enhance your visit’ page while booking.
☕️ AFTERNOON TEAS
Available:
23rd November – 22 December,
Wed-Sundays from 12:00 - 15:20
Come and join us in celebrating Christmas with a delicious Afternoon Tea served in the grand dinning room within the main house, including savoury tarts, pigs in blankets, smoked salmon blinis and a selection of sweet treats. Served with tea or coffee or for that extra special indulgence, why not add Prosecco!
We also have a delicious Christmas Tea for the little ones which includes finger sandwiches, houmous & crudities, pigs in blankets, mini-Christmas doughnut and fresh fruit. Served with either a juice or milkshake or can be upgraded to a luxury hot chocolate.
☕️ AFTERNOON TEAS CAN BE ADDED TO YOUR BOOKING AT CHECKOUT FOR AN EXTRA CHARGE
Afternoon Teas can be added to your ticket at the check out. If booking alongside one of our other festive activities, please give 1 hour before or after your other booking to ensure you have time to fully enjoy all your onsite experiences.
🐶 Are dogs allowed to visit too?
Dogs are welcome into the grounds at Wrest Park, but are not able to enter the house.
♿️ Is the event suitable for those with accessibility needs?
The event takes place inside Wrest Park Mansion House, on the ground floor, and goes into Wrest Park’s grounds. Some of the route may be on uneven terrain or involve steps, but the majority of the trail will be accessible to wheelchairs. The house is not accessible for mobility scooters or electric wheelchairs. There are a number of wheelchairs and mobility scooters available to hire from our reception on: reception.
📧 wrestpark@english-heritage.org.uk
Accessible toilets and blue badge holder parking is available at Wrest Park.
⭐️ ENGLISH HERITAGE MEMBERS - FREE ENTRY
This event is included in the standard entry price and English Heritage Members and any associated organisations get free entry. There is an additional charge to visit Father Christmas, for the Victorian fairground rides and for the afternoon tea, which Members will need to pay for. Father Christmas and the festive afternoon tea can be booked as an add-on in advance.
🎟 TICKETS WITHOUT DONATION COST:
▪️Adult: £12.70
▪️Concession: £11.30
▪️Child: £7.70
▪️2 adults & upto 3 children: £33.10
▪️1 adult & upto 3 children: £20.40
DAYS OPEN ONLY ON:
▪️Wednesday
▪️Thursday
▪️Friday
▪️Saturday
▪️Sunday
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Step through the wardrobe and into the snowy magic of Narnia at Wrest Park this Christmas. Experience the enchantment of C.S. Lewis’ "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe" as Wrest Park transforms into a winter wonderland with festive decorations, twinkling lights, and scenes from the beloved story.
❄️ THE WHITE WITCH
Explore the beautifully decorated house, where The White Witch has cast her spell, making it always winter and never Christmas. Journey your way through Narnia, escaping the Witch’s spell and end your adventure in the magical throne room.
👣 GARDEN TRAIL
Outside, continue into the gardens for an enchanting Narnia-themed trail for families to enjoy, included in the ticket price.
🎠 THE FAIRGROUND IS ONLY OPEN AT WEEKENDS
On weekends, you can also enjoy the festive atmosphere with wintry fairground rides available for £5 for unlimited rides, which you can pay for on site. Don’t miss this magical adventure, perfect for families and fans of Narnia!
🚨UPDATED NOW SOLD OUT!
🎅I’d like to attend Father Christmas at Wrest Park too, is that possible?
Dates: 30 Nov – 22 December
Cost: £9.50
Yes! There’s an extra charge to visit Father Christmas, so you’ll need to add a ticket to see Father Christmas on the ‘enhance your visit’ page while booking.
☕️ AFTERNOON TEAS
Available:
23rd November – 22 December,
Wed-Sundays from 12:00 - 15:20
Come and join us in celebrating Christmas with a delicious Afternoon Tea served in the grand dinning room within the main house, including savoury tarts, pigs in blankets, smoked salmon blinis and a selection of sweet treats. Served with tea or coffee or for that extra special indulgence, why not add Prosecco!
We also have a delicious Christmas Tea for the little ones which includes finger sandwiches, houmous & crudities, pigs in blankets, mini-Christmas doughnut and fresh fruit. Served with either a juice or milkshake or can be upgraded to a luxury hot chocolate.
☕️ AFTERNOON TEAS CAN BE ADDED TO YOUR BOOKING AT CHECKOUT FOR AN EXTRA CHARGE
Afternoon Teas can be added to your ticket at the check out. If booking alongside one of our other festive activities, please give 1 hour before or after your other booking to ensure you have time to fully enjoy all your onsite experiences.
🐶 Are dogs allowed to visit too?
Dogs are welcome into the grounds at Wrest Park, but are not able to enter the house.
♿️ Is the event suitable for those with accessibility needs?
The event takes place inside Wrest Park Mansion House, on the ground floor, and goes into Wrest Park’s grounds. Some of the route may be on uneven terrain or involve steps, but the majority of the trail will be accessible to wheelchairs. The house is not accessible for mobility scooters or electric wheelchairs. There are a number of wheelchairs and mobility scooters available to hire from our reception on: reception.
📧 wrestpark@english-heritage.org.uk
Accessible toilets and blue badge holder parking is available at Wrest Park.
⭐️ ENGLISH HERITAGE MEMBERS - FREE ENTRY
This event is included in the standard entry price and English Heritage Members and any associated organisations get free entry. There is an additional charge to visit Father Christmas, for the Victorian fairground rides and for the afternoon tea, which Members will need to pay for. Father Christmas and the festive afternoon tea can be booked as an add-on in advance.
🎟 TICKETS WITHOUT DONATION COST:
▪️Adult: £12.70
▪️Concession: £11.30
▪️Child: £7.70
▪️2 adults & upto 3 children: £33.10
▪️1 adult & upto 3 children: £20.40
✨️ Northampton Winter Light Trail
Sunday 22 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.
🧚♂️ PETER PAN PANTO AT MILTON KEYNES THEATRE
Sunday 22 December 2024
⚡️ With amazing special effects, stunning sets, beautiful costumes and barrel-loads of laughter, Peter Pan will take your whole family on a magical trip to Never Land like never before at Milton Keynes Theatre.
⭐️Joining Craig is comedian and ventriloquist Max Fulham as Smee and West End stars Ross Carpenter as Peter Pan, Zara MacIntosh as Tinkand Evelyn Hoskins as Wendy.
DATES: Fri 6 Dec 2024 - Sun 5 Jan 2025
TIMES: Multiple afternoon & evening times to choose from. The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing
🚫 DATES UNAVAILABLE:
07/12/24
14/12/24
21/12/24
25/12/24
01/01/25
ACCESSIBILITY PERFORMANCES DATES
🔸️Signed Performance -
Tuesday 17 Dec 2024: 19:00
🔸️Audio Described Performance -
Wednesday 18 Dec 2024: 19:00
🔸️Captioned Performance -
Thursday 19 Dec 2024: 19:00
🎟 COST: Tickets available from:
£13.00 - £67.00
⭐️Joining Craig is comedian and ventriloquist Max Fulham as Smee and West End stars Ross Carpenter as Peter Pan, Zara MacIntosh as Tinkand Evelyn Hoskins as Wendy.
DATES: Fri 6 Dec 2024 - Sun 5 Jan 2025
TIMES: Multiple afternoon & evening times to choose from. The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing
🚫 DATES UNAVAILABLE:
07/12/24
14/12/24
21/12/24
25/12/24
01/01/25
ACCESSIBILITY PERFORMANCES DATES
🔸️Signed Performance -
Tuesday 17 Dec 2024: 19:00
🔸️Audio Described Performance -
Wednesday 18 Dec 2024: 19:00
🔸️Captioned Performance -
Thursday 19 Dec 2024: 19:00
🎟 COST: Tickets available from:
£13.00 - £67.00
subject to a transaction fee of £3.95
GROUP BOOKING OF 10 OR MORE PHONE:
☎️ 020 7206 1174
Accessible Seating - There are six wheelchair spaces available in the Stalls and four spaces in the Upper Circle which are also suitable for transferring. Both our Circle boxes are suitable for wheelchair access. Our auditorium seats are approximately 50cm wide with non-moving armrests. All seats in our Boxes are free-standing.
GROUP BOOKING OF 10 OR MORE PHONE:
☎️ 020 7206 1174
Accessible Seating - There are six wheelchair spaces available in the Stalls and four spaces in the Upper Circle which are also suitable for transferring. Both our Circle boxes are suitable for wheelchair access. Our auditorium seats are approximately 50cm wide with non-moving armrests. All seats in our Boxes are free-standing.
- ☎️ Call our Accessibility Assistance line on:
- 0333 009 5399
- Please note you will need to register for our Access Membership Scheme online in
- the event link to book tickets.
♿️ Accessible Toilets - There are separate, fully accessible, male and female facilities on the ground and first floors, and fully accessible facilities for both men and women on the third floor (by door 10).
🎅 BREAKFAST or LUNCH WITH SANTA CLAUS - Luton
Sunday 22 December 2024
Price: £22.60
🎅Join us at Stockwood Park Rugby Club for a Magical Breakfast or Lunch with Santa & Mrs. Claus 2024!
DATES:
▪️Saturday 21st December 24
▪️Sunday 22nd December 24
✨ Get ready for an enchanting experience this holiday season! Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for some festive waffles and a hot chocolate (dairy & nut free), where every moment is filled with holiday cheer!
🧝♂️MEET THE ELVES
But that’s not all—before you feast, meet Santa’s cheerful elves and lend a helping hand in creating sparkling magic baubles to make Rudolph’s nose shine bright! With a storm predicted on Christmas Eve, Our poorly Rudolph could use all the extra magic he can get!
🧇 WHATS INCLUDED WITH YOU TICKET?
Entry for 1 child & 1 adult - Breakfast or Lunch for 1 child - Festive waffles with a choice of delicious toppings: fresh fruit, honey, and chocolate sauce. Dairy & Nut Free - Personalised tables set with your child's name, ensuring they feel special and noticed
An intimate experience with only 12 children per time slot so each child can truly soak in the magic - Santa will search his naughty or nice list and will know a little something about each child for that added personalised touch. - Santa will reach into his sack and get each child a present!
Additional Information: - Tickets for an extra adult are available for purchase separately.
🛍 AN IDEA AFTER YOUR VISIT
After your magical visit to our grotto, take some time to explore our charming stalls. Treat yourself to a festive drink, indulge in a warm mince pie, or buy some delightful holiday goodies for you and your loved ones.
DATES:
▪️Saturday 21st December 24
▪️Sunday 22nd December 24
✨ Get ready for an enchanting experience this holiday season! Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for some festive waffles and a hot chocolate (dairy & nut free), where every moment is filled with holiday cheer!
🧝♂️MEET THE ELVES
But that’s not all—before you feast, meet Santa’s cheerful elves and lend a helping hand in creating sparkling magic baubles to make Rudolph’s nose shine bright! With a storm predicted on Christmas Eve, Our poorly Rudolph could use all the extra magic he can get!
🧇 WHATS INCLUDED WITH YOU TICKET?
Entry for 1 child & 1 adult - Breakfast or Lunch for 1 child - Festive waffles with a choice of delicious toppings: fresh fruit, honey, and chocolate sauce. Dairy & Nut Free - Personalised tables set with your child's name, ensuring they feel special and noticed
An intimate experience with only 12 children per time slot so each child can truly soak in the magic - Santa will search his naughty or nice list and will know a little something about each child for that added personalised touch. - Santa will reach into his sack and get each child a present!
Additional Information: - Tickets for an extra adult are available for purchase separately.
🛍 AN IDEA AFTER YOUR VISIT
After your magical visit to our grotto, take some time to explore our charming stalls. Treat yourself to a festive drink, indulge in a warm mince pie, or buy some delightful holiday goodies for you and your loved ones.
🎅 Smiley Santa's Sleigh is coming to Luton 2024!
Sunday 22 December 2024
🎅 The festive season is officially upon us which means only one thing, Smiley Sam and Santa are back!
Smiley Sam, Santa and their elves are ready to visit a street near you this Christmas! So make sure you listen out for the festive tunes, Christmas cheer and look out for our friendly volunteers.
🎶 TIME
Unfortunately, we can’t advise on the exact roads that Smiley Sam will travel down for each route, but please listen out for them as you’ll hear the music.
🛷 DATES & STOPS 2024
▪️1 December:
Poets Estate
▪️2 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️3 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️4 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️5 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️6 December:
Northwell Drive, Barnfield Ave
▪️7 December:
Hedley Rise
▪️8 December:
Quantock Rise
▪️9 December:
Cromer Way, Austin Road
▪️10 December:
Hill Rise, Leamington Road
▪️11 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️12 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️13 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️14 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️15 December:
Northwell Drive, Barnfield Ave
▪️16 December:
Kirby Drive
▪️17 December:
Quantock Rise, Birdsfoot Lane
▪️18 December:
Cromer Way, Austin Road
▪️19 December:
Hill Rise, Leamington Road
▪️20 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️21 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️22 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️23 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️24 December:
Stopsley
🫶 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE
If you would like to make a gift to support our vital work this Christmas, please give whatever you can to our merry helpers on the night or donate online today. Anything you can spare will make a huge difference and allow us to continue making the difference when it matters the most.
As a charity, we rely on the generosity of the local community to provide specialist care for adults and children with life-limiting conditions, and much needed support for their loved ones. Helping them to live well and make every day count.
We are incredibly grateful for whatever you can give this Christmas.
🎶 TIME
Unfortunately, we can’t advise on the exact roads that Smiley Sam will travel down for each route, but please listen out for them as you’ll hear the music.
🛷 DATES & STOPS 2024
▪️1 December:
Poets Estate
▪️2 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️3 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️4 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️5 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️6 December:
Northwell Drive, Barnfield Ave
▪️7 December:
Hedley Rise
▪️8 December:
Quantock Rise
▪️9 December:
Cromer Way, Austin Road
▪️10 December:
Hill Rise, Leamington Road
▪️11 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️12 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️13 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️14 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️15 December:
Northwell Drive, Barnfield Ave
▪️16 December:
Kirby Drive
▪️17 December:
Quantock Rise, Birdsfoot Lane
▪️18 December:
Cromer Way, Austin Road
▪️19 December:
Hill Rise, Leamington Road
▪️20 December:
Blakeney Drive, Limbury Mead, Farley Hill
▪️21 December:
Strathmore Avenue, Turnpike Drive, Wardown Crescent
▪️22 December:
Buckingham Drive, Bushmead, Lalleford Road
▪️23 December:
Ashwell Avenue, Whitehorse Vale, Holford Way/Chard Drive
▪️24 December:
Stopsley
🫶 IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE
If you would like to make a gift to support our vital work this Christmas, please give whatever you can to our merry helpers on the night or donate online today. Anything you can spare will make a huge difference and allow us to continue making the difference when it matters the most.
As a charity, we rely on the generosity of the local community to provide specialist care for adults and children with life-limiting conditions, and much needed support for their loved ones. Helping them to live well and make every day count.
We are incredibly grateful for whatever you can give this Christmas.
🎅🚂 Santa Steam Railway Specials 2024 - Leighton Buzzard
Sunday 22 December 2024
🎅 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
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.
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.
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.
🧑🎄 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.
✨️STOCKWOOD DISCOVERY CENTRE ILLUMINATED LIGHTS 2024 - LUTON
Sunday 22 December 2024
DATES: 13 Dec 2024 - 24 Dec 2024
TIMES: Multiple
✨️This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre Luton in Bedfordshire.
TIMES: Multiple
✨️This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre Luton in Bedfordshire.
Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.
Last year some events were sold out - book early to avoid disappointment.
COST:
🔸️Adult: £8.50
🔸️Children & Concessions: £6.50
Last year some events were sold out - book early to avoid disappointment.
COST:
🔸️Adult: £8.50
🔸️Children & Concessions: £6.50
⛄️ Harris Christmas Light Show in Flitwick 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 17:00
🎄Welcome to the Harris Christmas Light Show 2024 in St Nicholas Close, Flitwick.
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
It is that time of year again to celebrate Christmas and what better way to celebrate than coming to dance along to the shows, help us save Christmas from the grinch and have the opportunity to meet our Elf and take selfies.
🕔 WHAT TIME? NOT GUARANTEED
The lights will turn on every night with the first show at 5pm, followed by a different show every 15 minutes, the shows will be different each time so come along more than once to see something new and don't forget to look out for our Elf who will be available for photos through out the night.
(weather dependent).
🌟 RAISING MONEY FOR KEECH HOSPICE
We have decided to raise money for an amazing charity, keech hospice, so any donations to this wonderful charity will be greatly appreciated. You can either donate via our just giving page or by brining along some spare change to add to our pot.
💝 LINK TO JUST GIVING
https://www.justgiving.com/page/harris-christmas-light-1731665519001?newPage=true
🥰 We hope you have a magical month and come along to celebrate Christmas with us!
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
It is that time of year again to celebrate Christmas and what better way to celebrate than coming to dance along to the shows, help us save Christmas from the grinch and have the opportunity to meet our Elf and take selfies.
🕔 WHAT TIME? NOT GUARANTEED
The lights will turn on every night with the first show at 5pm, followed by a different show every 15 minutes, the shows will be different each time so come along more than once to see something new and don't forget to look out for our Elf who will be available for photos through out the night.
(weather dependent).
🌟 RAISING MONEY FOR KEECH HOSPICE
We have decided to raise money for an amazing charity, keech hospice, so any donations to this wonderful charity will be greatly appreciated. You can either donate via our just giving page or by brining along some spare change to add to our pot.
💝 LINK TO JUST GIVING
https://www.justgiving.com/page/harris-christmas-light-1731665519001?newPage=true
🥰 We hope you have a magical month and come along to celebrate Christmas with us!
🎅 Santa's Grotto Experience SEN - Woburn Sands Emporium
Sunday 22 December 2024
🎅 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
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
🎅 Santa's Grotto at Jordens Mill, Biggleswade
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Price: £17.50
🎅 The most magical time of the year is almost here, don't forget to book your tickets for a special visit to Santa's Grotto in the Mill!
2024 DATES:
▪️Sunday 1st December
▪️Sunday 15th December
▪️Sunday 22nd December
EVENT DETAILS
Step foot into Santa's enchanting workshop where magical Christmas memories are made:
⭐ Meet Santa's mischievous elves
⭐ Get stuck in with a dash of festive creativity with a fun craft project
⭐ Listen to Mrs Claus' heart-warming stories and songs
⭐ Meet Santa Claus himself
⭐ Receive a special gift to take home as a cherished memory
🎭 In association with Masquerades Youth Theatre Group.
🎨 FACE PAINTING - £5
We'll also have Blossom Face Painting & Glitter with us on 1st, 15th & 22nd December offering a spot of festive themed face paint designs; turning those Christmas dreams into colourful creations! Either pop to the Riverside Café to book a slot on the day of your visit (from 9am to 4pm at £5 per child).
🎟 BOOK YOUR SANTA VISIT - Via the event link, this will direct you to the website
2024 DATES:
▪️Sunday 1st December
▪️Sunday 15th December
▪️Sunday 22nd December
EVENT DETAILS
Step foot into Santa's enchanting workshop where magical Christmas memories are made:
⭐ Meet Santa's mischievous elves
⭐ Get stuck in with a dash of festive creativity with a fun craft project
⭐ Listen to Mrs Claus' heart-warming stories and songs
⭐ Meet Santa Claus himself
⭐ Receive a special gift to take home as a cherished memory
🎭 In association with Masquerades Youth Theatre Group.
🎨 FACE PAINTING - £5
We'll also have Blossom Face Painting & Glitter with us on 1st, 15th & 22nd December offering a spot of festive themed face paint designs; turning those Christmas dreams into colourful creations! Either pop to the Riverside Café to book a slot on the day of your visit (from 9am to 4pm at £5 per child).
🎟 BOOK YOUR SANTA VISIT - Via the event link, this will direct you to the website
🌟 Children's Christmas Light Trail 2024 in Leighton Buzzard
Sunday 22 December 2024
DATES:
1st December - 24th December 2024
🌟 Children’s Christmas Lights Trail
Sparkle and Shine! It’s time for the Children’s Christmas Lights Trail.
ℹ️ DETAILS
Throughout December we’ll be sprinkling fairy lights throughout the town for you to find on our Christmas Lights Trail.
✨️WHAT WILL I SEE?
On the trail you’ll discover illuminated trees and lamp posts, glittering overhead lights in Market Square, photo opportunities by the Market Cross and lots of fairy lights hidden inside our independent shops.
☕️ AN IDEA WHILE YOU'RE IN TOWN....
While you’re in town why not pick up a few extra gifts from the Market, or visit one of our independent coffee shops for a hot drink and a gingerbread for the children. There are lots of low cost items in the charity shops too!
🗺 WHERE CAN I GET A TRAIL MAP FROM?
You will be able to pick up your trail map from the Leighton Buzzard Library on Lake Street or download one via the event link.
1st December - 24th December 2024
🌟 Children’s Christmas Lights Trail
Sparkle and Shine! It’s time for the Children’s Christmas Lights Trail.
ℹ️ DETAILS
Throughout December we’ll be sprinkling fairy lights throughout the town for you to find on our Christmas Lights Trail.
✨️WHAT WILL I SEE?
On the trail you’ll discover illuminated trees and lamp posts, glittering overhead lights in Market Square, photo opportunities by the Market Cross and lots of fairy lights hidden inside our independent shops.
☕️ AN IDEA WHILE YOU'RE IN TOWN....
While you’re in town why not pick up a few extra gifts from the Market, or visit one of our independent coffee shops for a hot drink and a gingerbread for the children. There are lots of low cost items in the charity shops too!
🗺 WHERE CAN I GET A TRAIL MAP FROM?
You will be able to pick up your trail map from the Leighton Buzzard Library on Lake Street or download one via the event link.
💖 Paul & Anne's Christmas Light Display in Broom 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 17:00 - 19:00
🌟 Paul and Anne’s Christmas light display in Broom will be open for visitors every evening from 1st-24th December 2024 at 5-7:30pm.
💝 ABOUT
Once again they are raising money for St John’s Hospice in Moggerhanger. Donations on the night by cash or card. Raffle tickets also available.
💝 ABOUT
Once again they are raising money for St John’s Hospice in Moggerhanger. Donations on the night by cash or card. Raffle tickets also available.
🎠 Festive Fun Days in Hitchin 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
DATES:
Saturday 21st December 2024
Sunday 22nd December 2024
🌲 Festive Fun Days in Hitchin located at the Market Places.
EVENT DETAILS
✨ Get ready for two days of Festive Fun in Hitchin! Bring the whole family to the Market Place for a magical Christmas experience filled with excitement and joy.
🎡 CHILDREN RIDES
Children’s rides will be open, offering fun and laughter for the little ones.
🎅 SANTA’S GROTTO
Visit Santa's Grotto and make sure your Christmas wishes reach the North Pole in time!
🧑🎄 COME DOWN FOR SOME FAMILY FUN!
It’s the perfect way to enjoy the festive season together. Come along for some family fun and holiday cheer—see you there!
Saturday 21st December 2024
Sunday 22nd December 2024
🌲 Festive Fun Days in Hitchin located at the Market Places.
EVENT DETAILS
✨ Get ready for two days of Festive Fun in Hitchin! Bring the whole family to the Market Place for a magical Christmas experience filled with excitement and joy.
🎡 CHILDREN RIDES
Children’s rides will be open, offering fun and laughter for the little ones.
🎅 SANTA’S GROTTO
Visit Santa's Grotto and make sure your Christmas wishes reach the North Pole in time!
🧑🎄 COME DOWN FOR SOME FAMILY FUN!
It’s the perfect way to enjoy the festive season together. Come along for some family fun and holiday cheer—see you there!
🎭 Beauty and the Beast Panto at Grove Theatre in Dunstable 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
👸Don’t miss this year’s hilarious fun-filled family pantomime, Beauty and the Beast, starring TV Legend JOE SWASH!
DATES:
Friday 6 December, 2024 – Sunday 5 January, 2025
DATES:
Friday 6 December, 2024 – Sunday 5 January, 2025
⭐️ FEATURING JOE WALSH
Joe Swash (King of the Jungle in I’m A Celebrity…, winner of Dancing on Ice, EastEnders), will be joined by Dunstable favourite, Will Kenning.
Joe Swash (King of the Jungle in I’m A Celebrity…, winner of Dancing on Ice, EastEnders), will be joined by Dunstable favourite, Will Kenning.
⭐️ Jaymi Hensley (Union J) is back by popular demand, alongside Winner of The Voice Anthonia Edwards and West End legend Alison Jiear.
⭐️ Once again, the show will be written by Paul Hendy and produced by the award-winning Evolution Productions, the same team behind last year’s record breaking smash hit pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk.
⭐️ With more exciting casting news soon, hilarious comedy, and lavish sets and costumes, Beauty and the Beast promises to be our biggest and best pantomime ever!
It’s never too early to book, so get your favourite seats now!
‘PURE COMEDY’ – Nova Horley
‘LAUGHED UNTIL WE CRIED’ – Bee Local Magazine
‘TONS OF AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT & FUN’ – Mumday Funday
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🎫 TICKET PRICE'S/DATES & TIMES
💚Green Performance:
All Seats £18.50
▪️10th-12 Dec - 10:30am & 1:30pm,
▪️13th - Dec - 1pm,
▪️17th-18th Dec - 10:30am & 1:30pm
🩷Pink Performance:
Price Band A £23
Price Band B £19
(Concessions £4 off)
▪️6th Dec - 7pm,
▪️7th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️8 Dec - 1pm & 5pm.
💙Blue Performance:
Price Band A £27
Price Band B £23
(Concessions £4 off)
▪️13th Dec - 7pm,
▪️14th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️15th Dec - 1pm & 5pm,
▪️21st Dec - 11:30pm,
▪️28th Dec - 11:30pm,
▪️31st Dec - 11am,
▪️2nd-4th Jan - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️5th Jan - 11am & 3pm.
💚Green Performance:
All Seats £18.50
▪️10th-12 Dec - 10:30am & 1:30pm,
▪️13th - Dec - 1pm,
▪️17th-18th Dec - 10:30am & 1:30pm
🩷Pink Performance:
Price Band A £23
Price Band B £19
(Concessions £4 off)
▪️6th Dec - 7pm,
▪️7th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️8 Dec - 1pm & 5pm.
💙Blue Performance:
Price Band A £27
Price Band B £23
(Concessions £4 off)
▪️13th Dec - 7pm,
▪️14th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️15th Dec - 1pm & 5pm,
▪️21st Dec - 11:30pm,
▪️28th Dec - 11:30pm,
▪️31st Dec - 11am,
▪️2nd-4th Jan - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️5th Jan - 11am & 3pm.
💛Gold Performance:
Price Band A £33.50
Price Band B £27.50
▪️20th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️21st Dec - 3pm & 7pm,
▪️22nd Dec - 1pm & 5pm,
▪️23rd Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️24th Dec - 11am & 3pm,
▪️26th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️27th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️28th Dec - 3pm & 7pm,
▪️29th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️30th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️31st Dec - 3pm.
Price Band A £33.50
Price Band B £27.50
▪️20th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️21st Dec - 3pm & 7pm,
▪️22nd Dec - 1pm & 5pm,
▪️23rd Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️24th Dec - 11am & 3pm,
▪️26th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️27th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️28th Dec - 3pm & 7pm,
▪️29th Dec - 2pm & 7pm,
▪️30th Dec - 2pm & 6pm,
▪️31st Dec - 3pm.
🔊 Audio Described Performance:
Sun 15 December - 1pm
👉Signed Performance:
Thu 27 December - 2pm
Sun 15 December - 1pm
👉Signed Performance:
Thu 27 December - 2pm
😌 Relaxed Performance:
Thu 2 January - 2pm
Thu 2 January - 2pm
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Please phone for bookings and enquires on:
☎️ 01582 60 20 80
🕯Carols by Candlelight 2024 in Stotfold
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 16:00
🕯 Come and join in Carols by candlelight at King's Baptist Church in Stotfold from 4pm, followed by free refreshments.
🧑🎄 Kids Christmas Disco in Hitchin
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 12:00 - 14:00
🧑🎄 Put on your Santa hats: our annual snowtastic Christmas Disco is coming back for another year at Hitchin Town Hall!
EVENT DETAILS
EVENT DETAILS
🕺 Make sure to prepare your dancing feet because we’ll be providing an afternoon full of merry music and games.
😋 FOOD & DRINK
Bar open and soft drinks available. Hot food will be available in our café from our special disco menu.
🎫 TICKETS - VIA THE EVENT LINK
▪️Child: £6.50 per child
▪️Under 1: FREE
▪️(suitable for under 12's)
🎫 TICKETS - VIA THE EVENT LINK
▪️Child: £6.50 per child
▪️Under 1: FREE
▪️(suitable for under 12's)
IMPORTANT
🔸️Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. Please select a free companion ticket when selecting a child’s ticket. Max 2 adults per paid child. Adults MUST purchase an accompanying free ticket. Under 1's are free but must purchase an accompanying free ticket.
🔸️Sweets will be handed out at this event, you are responsible for managing your children's allergies.
🔸️Refunds will not be accepted 48 hours before event.
🔸️All tickets include VAT and Transaction fee.
👑 CINDERELLA - The Alban Arena
Sunday 22 December 2024
✨️ PANTOMIME | THE ALBAN ARENA
CINDERELLA✨️
Showing at The Alban Arena...
Don’t miss our hilarious, fun-filled 2024 panto, Cinderella.
Don’t miss our hilarious, fun-filled 2024 panto, Cinderella.
SELECTED DATES BETWEEN:
12th December 2024 - 12th January 2024
🎟 TICKETS: £18-£36.50
St Albans legend, BOB GOLDING, IS BACK! And he’s joining everyone’s favourite, IAN KIRKBY, to play the Wicked (but very funny) Step Sisters!
With a star-studded cast to be announced, this spectacular show will be written by Paul Hendy and produced by the award winning Evolution Productions, the same team behind 2022’s smash hit, Jack and the Beanstalk, and this year’s brilliant The All New Adventures of Peter Pan, A Pantomime Sequel!
It’s never too early to book, and with lavish sets, hilarious jokes and fun for the whole family, what’s not to love? So don’t be late for the ball… get your tickets now!
♿️ Wheelchair User access
There is wheelchair access through the front doors of the theatre, and automatic foyer doors. There is level access to the entrance of the Alban Arena via the slope. We do not have automatic doors aside from the entrance.
🅿️ A limited number of wheelchair spaces are available in the Auditorium. Please speak to a member of box office or email albanarenaticketing@eveyoneactive.com if you require wheelchair spaces as these cannot be booked online. If you have an exceptionally large and/or specialist wheelchair, please contact the venue for guidance on the best seating areas offered.
There are limited blue badge holders parking to the right of the theatre on Civic Close. These cannot be pre-booked. Please get in touch if you have queries regarding this.
♿️ Accessible toilets are situated on the ground floor. These are accessed through a radar key. If you do not have a key, please speak to a member of staff.
🎼🕯Carols by Candlelight at The Salvation Army in Dunstable 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 17:00
🕯Carols by Candlelight Sunday 22nd December 2024 5pm at The Salvation Army in Dunstable.
🎼 Come and share in some well known carols as we celebrate the greatest gift.
🎼 Come and share in some well known carols as we celebrate the greatest gift.
🚜🧑🎄 Eversholt Christmas Tractor Run 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 12:30
🧑🎄 Christmas Tractor run will be starting from Eversholt Village Hall!
👀 WHAT WILL I SEE?
Vintage Tractors, New Tractors & Defenders
TRACTOR RUN TIMES
🚜 12:30pm: Eversholt Village Hall
🚜 1:00pm: Leave Eversholt
🚜 1:20pm: Tingrith
🚜 1:40pm: Steppingley
🚜 1:50pm: Ridgemont
☕️ BREAK: White Horse, Husbourne Crawley
🚜 3:00pm: Leave White Horse
🚜 3:10pm: Woburn
🚜 3:25pm: Back to Eversholt
🎟 DO YOU WANT TO TAKE PART?
Do you want to take part or more information?
📧 Email: eversholtroadtun@gmail.com
📲 Text: 0737 9685910
👀 WHAT WILL I SEE?
Vintage Tractors, New Tractors & Defenders
TRACTOR RUN TIMES
🚜 12:30pm: Eversholt Village Hall
🚜 1:00pm: Leave Eversholt
🚜 1:20pm: Tingrith
🚜 1:40pm: Steppingley
🚜 1:50pm: Ridgemont
☕️ BREAK: White Horse, Husbourne Crawley
🚜 3:00pm: Leave White Horse
🚜 3:10pm: Woburn
🚜 3:25pm: Back to Eversholt
🎟 DO YOU WANT TO TAKE PART?
Do you want to take part or more information?
📧 Email: eversholtroadtun@gmail.com
📲 Text: 0737 9685910
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🇬🇧🎼 The BIG Sing Christmas Tour (As seen on 'Britains Got Talent') - Hitchin
Sunday 22 December 2024
Price: £3.00
🇬🇧 The BIG Sing Choir presents ‘Joy to the World’ - Carols at Christmas AS SEEN ON BRITAINS GOT TALENT The BIG Sing Choir bring a groundbreaking, modern twist to Christmas Carols that we all know and love.
▪️TIMES: 3PM & 6PM
🎶 EVENT DETAILS
Come and hear their new, fresh and passionate performances of stunning Christmas songs that will leave you feeling festive and uplifted. Featuring show-stopping arrangements to well-known carols such as ‘Oh Holy Night’, ‘The First Noel’, ‘Mary did you Know’ and ‘Joy to the World’, they even promise to get you singing along with them!
🎶ABOUT THE BIG SING
The BIG Sing are fresh from performing on Britain’s Got Talent in 2023, where they surprised us with a 350-member flashmob at The London Palladium, with the song ‘Brighter Days’. They received four yesses from the judges and have never looked back! Since then, they have been in demand, singing at concerts, festivals and events across the country. The choir have performed alongside some reputable names already, including Mica Paris, David Grant, Ellie Goulding and the London Community Gospel Choir. They have even sung for Jamie Oliver, toured with Leona Lewis and were the winners of BBC Songs of Praise Gospel Choir of the Year in 2017.
🎤 POP, GOSPEL, SOUL
Come and hear their pop, gospel, soul and inspirational songs that bring “Joy to the World”! Uniting communities with uplifting and motivating music, The BIG Sing are more than just a choir: they are a ‘family’. Made up of hundreds of people in the community, they promote the power of music through their performances, proving that together we can achieve greatness.
🎟 TICKETS - £3
Tickets are just £3 per person, and that includes some free refreshments and mince pies. You can book tickets via the event link for Hitchin 22nd December 2024.
▪️TIMES: 3PM & 6PM
🎶 EVENT DETAILS
Come and hear their new, fresh and passionate performances of stunning Christmas songs that will leave you feeling festive and uplifted. Featuring show-stopping arrangements to well-known carols such as ‘Oh Holy Night’, ‘The First Noel’, ‘Mary did you Know’ and ‘Joy to the World’, they even promise to get you singing along with them!
🎶ABOUT THE BIG SING
The BIG Sing are fresh from performing on Britain’s Got Talent in 2023, where they surprised us with a 350-member flashmob at The London Palladium, with the song ‘Brighter Days’. They received four yesses from the judges and have never looked back! Since then, they have been in demand, singing at concerts, festivals and events across the country. The choir have performed alongside some reputable names already, including Mica Paris, David Grant, Ellie Goulding and the London Community Gospel Choir. They have even sung for Jamie Oliver, toured with Leona Lewis and were the winners of BBC Songs of Praise Gospel Choir of the Year in 2017.
🎤 POP, GOSPEL, SOUL
Come and hear their pop, gospel, soul and inspirational songs that bring “Joy to the World”! Uniting communities with uplifting and motivating music, The BIG Sing are more than just a choir: they are a ‘family’. Made up of hundreds of people in the community, they promote the power of music through their performances, proving that together we can achieve greatness.
🎟 TICKETS - £3
Tickets are just £3 per person, and that includes some free refreshments and mince pies. You can book tickets via the event link for Hitchin 22nd December 2024.
🎅 Christmas at Mead Open Farm 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 09:30 - 17:00
🎅 Christmas at Mead Open Farm is on sale now for 2024!
EVENT DATES:
▪️Saturday 30th Decmber
▪️Sunday 1st December
▪️Saturday 7th December
▪️Sunday 8th December
▪️Saturday 14th December
▪️Sunday 15th December
▪️Friday 20th December
▪️Saturday 21st December
▪️Sunday 22nd December
▪️Monday 23rd December
▪️Tuesday 24th December
🎟 INCLUDED IN YOUR CHRISTMAS OPEN FARM TICKET:
⭐️ Detector: Make it through the Naughty or Nice Detector.
⭐️ Meet Santa & story: Meet Father Christmas and enjoy an enchanted festive group story with him.
⭐️ Pick your gift: Visit Father Christmas’ Toy Store and pick your own gift.
⭐️ Make a bear: Choose your very own bear in our Make a Bear Workshop.
⭐️ Decorate gingerbread: Decorate gingerbread with Mother Christmas.
⭐️ Make reindeer food: Make a bag of reindeer food at the Reindeer food factory.
⭐️ Immersive: Visit Christmas HQ - an immersive walkthrough attraction.
💥 NEW FOR 2024! 💥
❄️ Show: The Pudding Club show.
❄️ Tree walk: Visit the Christmas Tree walk-through with 3D sparkle glasses.
❄️ Alpine Village: Visit the Alpine village to purchase indulgent festive treats.
🐷 FARM & INDOOR PLAY AREA:
Plus, have full access to all the usual fun of the farm including meeting our animals and our giant indoor play area.
🤩 MEMBERS:
Members, don’t forget you can save 25%!
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
Ticket prices can be seen in the photos or on the website via the event link where you can also book your tickets.
EVENT DATES:
▪️Saturday 30th Decmber
▪️Sunday 1st December
▪️Saturday 7th December
▪️Sunday 8th December
▪️Saturday 14th December
▪️Sunday 15th December
▪️Friday 20th December
▪️Saturday 21st December
▪️Sunday 22nd December
▪️Monday 23rd December
▪️Tuesday 24th December
🎟 INCLUDED IN YOUR CHRISTMAS OPEN FARM TICKET:
⭐️ Detector: Make it through the Naughty or Nice Detector.
⭐️ Meet Santa & story: Meet Father Christmas and enjoy an enchanted festive group story with him.
⭐️ Pick your gift: Visit Father Christmas’ Toy Store and pick your own gift.
⭐️ Make a bear: Choose your very own bear in our Make a Bear Workshop.
⭐️ Decorate gingerbread: Decorate gingerbread with Mother Christmas.
⭐️ Make reindeer food: Make a bag of reindeer food at the Reindeer food factory.
⭐️ Immersive: Visit Christmas HQ - an immersive walkthrough attraction.
💥 NEW FOR 2024! 💥
❄️ Show: The Pudding Club show.
❄️ Tree walk: Visit the Christmas Tree walk-through with 3D sparkle glasses.
❄️ Alpine Village: Visit the Alpine village to purchase indulgent festive treats.
🐷 FARM & INDOOR PLAY AREA:
Plus, have full access to all the usual fun of the farm including meeting our animals and our giant indoor play area.
🤩 MEMBERS:
Members, don’t forget you can save 25%!
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
Ticket prices can be seen in the photos or on the website via the event link where you can also book your tickets.
⛸️ ICE SKATING - Woburn Sands Emporium
Sunday 22 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.
⛪️🎺 Christmas Concert 2024 in Toddington, Bedfordshire
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 15:00 - 17:00
🎼🎺 We are delighted to be back at St George's Church in Toddington, Bedfordshire once again. Not only will we be playing Christmas music but other pieces which will showcase some of the band members playing talents.
☺️ RAFFLE & REFRESHMENTS
And of course you could be the lucky winner of the Wagon Wheels in the raffle.
🎟 TICKETS ON THE DOOR CASH OR CARD
▪️Adults: £8
▪️Child/Concessions: £6
☺️ RAFFLE & REFRESHMENTS
And of course you could be the lucky winner of the Wagon Wheels in the raffle.
🎟 TICKETS ON THE DOOR CASH OR CARD
▪️Adults: £8
▪️Child/Concessions: £6
🎄 Rushden Lakes Festive Farye 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
🎄Get ready to feel the holiday magic! Join us on Central Boulevard in Rushden for a Festive Fayre packed with seasonal treats, unique gifts, family fun and our Vintage Ferris Wheel
▪️Date: 22nd November 2024 – 5th January 2025.
▪️Time:
Monday to Friday: 10am-7pm,
Saturday and Sunday: 10am – 9pm.
▪️Admission: No booking required and entry is free. There is a small charge of £4 for the Vintage Ferris wheel.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A beautifully decorated fayre with wooden chalets, festive lighting and Christmas trees. We’ll have a variety of festive food options, including:
▪️Date: 22nd November 2024 – 5th January 2025.
▪️Time:
Monday to Friday: 10am-7pm,
Saturday and Sunday: 10am – 9pm.
▪️Admission: No booking required and entry is free. There is a small charge of £4 for the Vintage Ferris wheel.
WHAT TO EXPECT
A beautifully decorated fayre with wooden chalets, festive lighting and Christmas trees. We’ll have a variety of festive food options, including:
- ⭐️ Churros
- ⭐️ German sausages
- ⭐️ Yorkshire pudding wraps
- ⭐️ Cheese
- ⭐️ Chocolate kisses
- ⭐️ Mulled wine and Baileys hot chocolate
- ⭐️ Sweets and fudge
Whether you’re shopping for the perfect present or just soaking up the winter wonder, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Don’t miss the chance to make this festive season extra special, see you at the Festive Fayre!
🎡 FERRIS WHEEL - £4
🫚 FREE GINGERBRRAD MAN TRAIL
Join the Gingerbread Trail this festive season! Pick up your trail booklet at Customer Services, find the 10 gingerbread characters marked on our map, and jot down their names for a chance to WIN some amazing prizes!
(Aimed at pre and primary school aged children)
🙋♀️ Free to join and no booking required. Complete the trail sheet, drop it back at Customer Services. There's a small treat for everyone who takes part too.
🌟 £20 - Cineworld voucher
🌟 £20 - PizzaExpress voucher
🌟 £10 - Paradise Adventure Golf voucher
🌟 Rushden Lakes water bottle & tote bag
🛝 PLAY AREA FOR KIDS AROUND THE LAKE
Don't forget you can also walk around the lake with play areas for the children to enjoy to!
ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please note the opening hours may vary depending on the weather conditions. The Ferris wheel is not permitted to open during high wind speeds and heavy rain.
🎅 Santa is coming to Toddington, Bedfordshire 2024!
Sunday 22 December 2024
🎅 Santa is coming to Toddington, Bedfordshire 2024!
It will soon be time for Santa to tour the village and wave to all the kids, young and old in this order:
🛷 Toddington South on Sunday 22nd December 2024
▪️Conger Lane,
▪️Wentworth Gardens,
▪️Luton Road,
▪️Bradford Road,
▪️Preston Road,
▪️Bush Close,
▪️Kimberwell Close,
▪️Bradford Way
▪️Mount Pleasant Avenue
▪️Shelton Avenue
▪️Dunstable Road,
▪️Randall Drive,
▪️The Cleavers
▪️Willow Way,
▪️Rose Walk.
🛷 Toddington Central on Monday 23rd December 2024
▪️High Street,
▪️Grange Gardens,
▪️Squires Place
▪️Marlborough Place,
▪️The Crescent,
▪️Princes Street
▪️Stockdale
▪️Dale Close
▪️Grange Road
▪️Chapel Close
▪️Russell Road
▪️Lakefield Avenue
▪️Orchard Close
▪️Bryant Way
▪️Meadow Road
▪️Frenchman's Close
▪️Holmfield Close
▪️Peartree Close
🛷 Toddington North on Christmas Eve - Tuesday 24th December 2024
▪️Market Square,
▪️Leighton Road
▪️Mander Close,
▪️Leigh Close,
▪️Alma Farm
▪️Manor Road,
▪️Park Road,
▪️Park Hill,
▪️St Georges Close,
▪️Station Road,
▪️Harlington Road
🗺 SANTA'S LIVE TRACKER
There will be a live tracker on Facebook via the event link so you can follow his progress. Our collectors will knock on your door so you don’t miss him.
It will soon be time for Santa to tour the village and wave to all the kids, young and old in this order:
🛷 Toddington South on Sunday 22nd December 2024
▪️Conger Lane,
▪️Wentworth Gardens,
▪️Luton Road,
▪️Bradford Road,
▪️Preston Road,
▪️Bush Close,
▪️Kimberwell Close,
▪️Bradford Way
▪️Mount Pleasant Avenue
▪️Shelton Avenue
▪️Dunstable Road,
▪️Randall Drive,
▪️The Cleavers
▪️Willow Way,
▪️Rose Walk.
🛷 Toddington Central on Monday 23rd December 2024
▪️High Street,
▪️Grange Gardens,
▪️Squires Place
▪️Marlborough Place,
▪️The Crescent,
▪️Princes Street
▪️Stockdale
▪️Dale Close
▪️Grange Road
▪️Chapel Close
▪️Russell Road
▪️Lakefield Avenue
▪️Orchard Close
▪️Bryant Way
▪️Meadow Road
▪️Frenchman's Close
▪️Holmfield Close
▪️Peartree Close
🛷 Toddington North on Christmas Eve - Tuesday 24th December 2024
▪️Market Square,
▪️Leighton Road
▪️Mander Close,
▪️Leigh Close,
▪️Alma Farm
▪️Manor Road,
▪️Park Road,
▪️Park Hill,
▪️St Georges Close,
▪️Station Road,
▪️Harlington Road
🗺 SANTA'S LIVE TRACKER
There will be a live tracker on Facebook via the event link so you can follow his progress. Our collectors will knock on your door so you don’t miss him.
🎭 A Christmas Carol at The Place, Bedford
Sunday 22 December 2024
🎭 The critically-acclaimed Pantaloons Theatre Company present a brand-new adaptation of Charles Dickens’ fantastical festive fable.
DATES & TIMES
12 Dec, 19:30
13 Dec, 19:30
14 Dec, 14:30
14 Dec, 19:30
15 Dec, 14:30
15 Dec, 19:30
19 Dec, 19:30
20 Dec, 19:30
21 Dec, 14:30
21 Dec, 19:30
22 Dec, 14:30
22 Dec, 19:30
🎄 DETAILS
It’s Christmas Eve and tight-fisted Ebenezer Scrooge is meaner than ever. He is shunning his only living relative, underpaying his clerk and refusing to acknowledge the plight of the poor… but will timely visits from the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and Future change his miserly ways before it’s too late?
🤭 PERFORMERS
Performed by a multi-talented cast in The Pantaloons’ own inimitable, hilarious and moving style this show features live music, audience interaction and absolutely no humbug!
🎫 TICKET PRICE
▪️Family - 4 people (up to 2 Adults): £48.00
▪️Adult: £16.00
▪️Senior and Unemployed: £12.50
▪️Children: £10.00
♿️ Disabled patrons and group bookings:
Patrons with disabilities, or with additional questions should call:
☎️ 01234 354321 for pricing and to discuss any accessibility requirements before purchasing.
DATES & TIMES
12 Dec, 19:30
13 Dec, 19:30
14 Dec, 14:30
14 Dec, 19:30
15 Dec, 14:30
15 Dec, 19:30
19 Dec, 19:30
20 Dec, 19:30
21 Dec, 14:30
21 Dec, 19:30
22 Dec, 14:30
22 Dec, 19:30
🎄 DETAILS
It’s Christmas Eve and tight-fisted Ebenezer Scrooge is meaner than ever. He is shunning his only living relative, underpaying his clerk and refusing to acknowledge the plight of the poor… but will timely visits from the Ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and Future change his miserly ways before it’s too late?
🤭 PERFORMERS
Performed by a multi-talented cast in The Pantaloons’ own inimitable, hilarious and moving style this show features live music, audience interaction and absolutely no humbug!
🎫 TICKET PRICE
▪️Family - 4 people (up to 2 Adults): £48.00
▪️Adult: £16.00
▪️Senior and Unemployed: £12.50
▪️Children: £10.00
♿️ Disabled patrons and group bookings:
Patrons with disabilities, or with additional questions should call:
☎️ 01234 354321 for pricing and to discuss any accessibility requirements before purchasing.
🦌👣TRING NATIONAL HISTORY MUSEUM RUDOLPH CHRISTMAS TRAIL
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
DATES & TIMES:
▪️Tuesday 3rd December 2024 - 5th January 2025
▪️Closed Mondays & other festive dates.
▪️10.00-17.00 (last entry 16.00)
🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
Help Father Christmas round up his reindeer from their holidays.
🔎Search the galleries and help Father Christmas track them down by using clues from the postcards the reindeer sent from their travels.
Suitable for all ages.
🎫 COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED:
▪️Entry into the museum: FREE
▪️Trail sheet: £1
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☕️ MUSEUM CAFE
Open: Tuesday - Sunday 10:00-mid afternoon.
🍰 Take a break from exploring the Museum and enjoy a fantastic selection of hot and cold drinks, lunches, cakes, children’s lunches and daily specials.
⭐️Take away is available
⭐️High Chairs are available
⭐️The Museum café is also open to non-Museum visitors.
📍WHERE I CAN FIND THE CAFE
The Museum cafe is on the lower ground level. Enter the cafe from our Akeman Street Car Park, by using the lift or by going round the outside of the building. To get to the cafe from the car park you have to go down two steps or a short slope. The cafe doors are 138cm wide. There are male and female toilets outside the cafe within 10 metres. To get to these toilets you have to go up one step. Both male and female toilets have baby changing facilities.
▪️Tuesday 3rd December 2024 - 5th January 2025
▪️Closed Mondays & other festive dates.
▪️10.00-17.00 (last entry 16.00)
🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
Help Father Christmas round up his reindeer from their holidays.
🔎Search the galleries and help Father Christmas track them down by using clues from the postcards the reindeer sent from their travels.
Suitable for all ages.
🎫 COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED:
▪️Entry into the museum: FREE
▪️Trail sheet: £1
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☕️ MUSEUM CAFE
Open: Tuesday - Sunday 10:00-mid afternoon.
🍰 Take a break from exploring the Museum and enjoy a fantastic selection of hot and cold drinks, lunches, cakes, children’s lunches and daily specials.
⭐️Take away is available
⭐️High Chairs are available
⭐️The Museum café is also open to non-Museum visitors.
📍WHERE I CAN FIND THE CAFE
The Museum cafe is on the lower ground level. Enter the cafe from our Akeman Street Car Park, by using the lift or by going round the outside of the building. To get to the cafe from the car park you have to go down two steps or a short slope. The cafe doors are 138cm wide. There are male and female toilets outside the cafe within 10 metres. To get to these toilets you have to go up one step. Both male and female toilets have baby changing facilities.
☃️ Bedford Winter Wonderland 2024
Sunday 22 December 2024
Time: 12:00 - 21:00
DATES: Saturday 30th November - Sunday 5th January 2024
(Excluding 25th December 24)
(Excluding 25th December 24)
OPENING TIMES
NOVEMBER
🔸️Saturday 30th
12:00pm – 9:00pm
DECEMBER
🔸️Sunday 1st
12:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Monday 2nd – Friday 6th
4:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Saturday 7th – Sunday 8th
12:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Monday 9th to Friday 13th
4:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Saturday 14th to Monday 23rd Dec
12:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Christmas Eve – 12:00pm – 8:00pm
🔸️Christmas Day CLOSED – 25th Dec
🔸️Boxing Day – 12:00pm – 8:00pm
🔸️Friday 27th to Monday 30th Dec
12:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️New Years Eve
12:00pm – 8:00pm.
JANUARY 2025
🔸️New Years Day
12:00pm – 8:00pm
🔸️Thursday 2nd Jan – Saturday 4th Jan
12:00pm – 9:00pm
🔸️Sunday 5th Jan
12:00pm – 8:00pm
🎟 ENTRANCE FEE
The Entrance fee is only £2.00 Per Person.
Pre-book your entrance fee to guarantee your entry on the day. Pay on arrival is available.
💥Pre book Ice Skating and receive free entry per booking.
⭐️FOOD & DRINK
The Food Stalls and Bar require either cash or card.
⭐️ TOKENS FOR RIDES & ATTRACTIONS:
For all the rides we use tokens, £1 = 1 token.
ACTIVITIES
⛸️ Ice skating - pre book & receive free entry into Wonderland.
▪️Adults: £15/10
▪️Children: £13/£9
🎅 Santa's Grotto
(More info on the website)
🎠 Toyland: £2 - £5
Yes, we have our very one kids area! Featuring all your favourite children’s Rides & Attractions, with candy canes as high the sky!
Fairground rides: £2 - £5
⭐️Dodgems
⭐️Daredevil
⭐️Jetfire
⭐️Twister
⭐️Alcatraz
⭐️Runaway Train Coaster
⭐️Jets
⭐️Play Centre
⭐️Bungees
⭐️BumperCarz
⭐️Race O Rama
⭐️Monster Trucks
🎄 Christmas Tree Maze: £5
💥Pre book Ice Skating and receive free entry per booking.
⭐️FOOD & DRINK
The Food Stalls and Bar require either cash or card.
⭐️ TOKENS FOR RIDES & ATTRACTIONS:
For all the rides we use tokens, £1 = 1 token.
ACTIVITIES
⛸️ Ice skating - pre book & receive free entry into Wonderland.
▪️Adults: £15/10
▪️Children: £13/£9
🎅 Santa's Grotto
(More info on the website)
🎠 Toyland: £2 - £5
Yes, we have our very one kids area! Featuring all your favourite children’s Rides & Attractions, with candy canes as high the sky!
Fairground rides: £2 - £5
⭐️Dodgems
⭐️Daredevil
⭐️Jetfire
⭐️Twister
⭐️Alcatraz
⭐️Runaway Train Coaster
⭐️Jets
⭐️Play Centre
⭐️Bungees
⭐️BumperCarz
⭐️Race O Rama
⭐️Monster Trucks
🎄 Christmas Tree Maze: £5
(Infants aged 2 and under can enter for free
🎡 Big Wheel: £6
(Infants aged 2 and under can enter for free)
❗️ ENTRY FOR UNDER 12'S
All children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a person aged 16 years or over.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking Available - Queens Street Multi Storey Car Park, Princes St, Bedford MK40 2HA
