✏️ FREE EVENT! Urban Sketchers at W&H Peacock Auction House in Bedford January 2025
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 10:30 - 12:30
✏️ Urban Sketchers is a global community of sketchers dedicated to the practice of on-location drawing. We share our love for the places where we live and travel—one drawing at a time.
📍 WHERE?
For our first meet up of 2025, we're going to head back to W&H Peacock Auction House at Eastcotts Park on Wallis Way in Bedford. An opportunity to sketch an Aladdin's Cave of goodies during a live auction!
✍️ WHAT TO EXPECT
We're open to all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring your own materials.
Find a spot in the café and sketch an overview of the hall, or get stuck in the action and sketch the crowds and hustle and bustle of the different auction rooms.
💖 ABOUT US
This is a volunteer-led group and is not taught. It's free to join in on any of our sessions.
We are the Bedford chapter of the global organisation https://urbansketchers.org who practice on location, observational drawing
✅️ THE PLAN
▪️Meet: 10.30am outside front entrance
▪️Sketch: 10.30 - 12.30pm
NB, if you're sketching from the café, you need to order food and drink rather than taking up tables for paying customs.
▪️ Throwdown: 12.30pm Outside front entrance
🅿️ PARKING
Free parking on site, but can be busy.
- cover image by Talia Giles from last visit to the Auction House.
📍 WHERE?
For our first meet up of 2025, we're going to head back to W&H Peacock Auction House at Eastcotts Park on Wallis Way in Bedford. An opportunity to sketch an Aladdin's Cave of goodies during a live auction!
✍️ WHAT TO EXPECT
We're open to all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please bring your own materials.
Find a spot in the café and sketch an overview of the hall, or get stuck in the action and sketch the crowds and hustle and bustle of the different auction rooms.
💖 ABOUT US
This is a volunteer-led group and is not taught. It's free to join in on any of our sessions.
We are the Bedford chapter of the global organisation https://urbansketchers.org who practice on location, observational drawing
✅️ THE PLAN
▪️Meet: 10.30am outside front entrance
▪️Sketch: 10.30 - 12.30pm
NB, if you're sketching from the café, you need to order food and drink rather than taking up tables for paying customs.
▪️ Throwdown: 12.30pm Outside front entrance
🅿️ PARKING
Free parking on site, but can be busy.
- cover image by Talia Giles from last visit to the Auction House.
30 other events on this day
🚘 Car boot Sale at Riseley CofE Primary 2025
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 12:30 - 16:00
🚘 Car boot sale at Risely Primary school for 2025!
DATES:
▪️Saturday 11th January 2025
▪️Saturday 8th February 2025
▪️Saturday 8th March 2025
⭐️ BUYERS ENTRY- £1.00
⭐️ SELLERS, VECHILE - £10
✅️ HOW TO BOOK A STALL
Bookable in advance, limited spaces on the day.
To book email:
📧 finance@riseley.school
DATES:
▪️Saturday 11th January 2025
▪️Saturday 8th February 2025
▪️Saturday 8th March 2025
⭐️ BUYERS ENTRY- £1.00
⭐️ SELLERS, VECHILE - £10
✅️ HOW TO BOOK A STALL
Bookable in advance, limited spaces on the day.
To book email:
📧 finance@riseley.school
🤭 Ben Elton - Authentic Stupidity at Grove Theatre in Dunstable
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 19:30
🤭 AS REPORTED IN LUTON NEWS..
Following the huge success of Ben Elton’s critically acclaimed sold-out UK tour in 2019, which marked his return to stand up after a 15-year hiatus, he is visiting theatres all over the UK as part of his huge tour and comes to Dunstable Grove Theatre on 11th January 2025.
▪️AGES: Over 16's only
▪️TIME: Approximately 2 hours long including interval
ABOUT
The world has changed a lot since Ben last toured five years ago - a whole new existential threat has emerged to challenge our very existence: Artificial Intelligence.
Apparently, it’s going to render all human life meaningless, but Ben is here to warn you that AI is not the greatest threat that we face - it’s Authentic Stupidity! Ben said: “The verdict’s in! Humanity is thick! Homo halfwit. The idiot branch of the Ape family! We need signs to tell us to step off escalators, we elect gibbering fools to lead us and now we’ve invented Artificial Intelligence which is actually going to replace us! I’ve spent 45 years in comedy exploring the outer limits of human idiocy and my mission has never been more timely. Forget AI! It’s AS we need to be worrying about!”
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS:
Contact for tickets
☎️ 01582 60 20
📧80grovetheatreinfo@everyoneactive.com
🎟TICKETS & PRICES
▪️From £34.50 - £38.95
Following the huge success of Ben Elton’s critically acclaimed sold-out UK tour in 2019, which marked his return to stand up after a 15-year hiatus, he is visiting theatres all over the UK as part of his huge tour and comes to Dunstable Grove Theatre on 11th January 2025.
▪️AGES: Over 16's only
▪️TIME: Approximately 2 hours long including interval
ABOUT
The world has changed a lot since Ben last toured five years ago - a whole new existential threat has emerged to challenge our very existence: Artificial Intelligence.
Apparently, it’s going to render all human life meaningless, but Ben is here to warn you that AI is not the greatest threat that we face - it’s Authentic Stupidity! Ben said: “The verdict’s in! Humanity is thick! Homo halfwit. The idiot branch of the Ape family! We need signs to tell us to step off escalators, we elect gibbering fools to lead us and now we’ve invented Artificial Intelligence which is actually going to replace us! I’ve spent 45 years in comedy exploring the outer limits of human idiocy and my mission has never been more timely. Forget AI! It’s AS we need to be worrying about!”
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS:
Contact for tickets
☎️ 01582 60 20
📧80grovetheatreinfo@everyoneactive.com
🎟TICKETS & PRICES
▪️From £34.50 - £38.95
💿 Free entry BYO Vinyl at The Crooked Crow in Leighton Buzzard - 🐶 Dogs welcome!
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 12:00 - 18:00
💿 Great decks and PA system All genres welcome Friendly atmosphere plenty of fellow vinyl lovers at The Crooked Crow in Leighton Buzzard!
No pre booking required No superstar DJ skills needed (or wanted)! Just pop down with your favourite vinyl and give them a spin!!!
Free entry!
🔞18+
🍕 Outside food allowed.
🐶 Dogs welcome
(though not on the decks)!
No pre booking required No superstar DJ skills needed (or wanted)! Just pop down with your favourite vinyl and give them a spin!!!
Free entry!
🔞18+
🍕 Outside food allowed.
🐶 Dogs welcome
(though not on the decks)!
🦁 Universal Credit Low Cost Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 11:00
🐵 Reduced price Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!
Whipsnade Zoo wants as many people as possible to be able to enjoy a brilliant day out with them, to benefit from the amazing animals which live at Whipsnade Zoo, connect with nature and help us create a world where wildlife thrives.
To help people who might find cost or other challenges a barrier to visiting Whipsnade Zoo, the Universal Credit tickets provide entry at a reduced price.
🙋♀️ WHO CAN GET THE REDUCED TICKETS?
Reduced price tickets to Whipsnade Zoo available for those currently receiving:
▪️Universal Credit,
▪️Working Tax Credit,
▪️Child Tax Credit,
▪️Employment and Support Allowance,
▪️Income Support
▪️Jobseeker’s Allowance.
🌐 ONLINE BOOKING ONLY VIA THE 'EVENT LINK' BUTTON
These tickets are only available to purchase online in advance, for up to six people per household (under 3’s go free and do not need to book – but must be accompanied by an adult with a booked ticket). As only full price tickets are available to buy at the gate.
📝 WHAT WILL I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
You'll need to bring proof of eligibility with you and show this when you present your ticket(s) to the friendly staff at the Zoo entrance. This can either be by logging into your Universal Credit portal or by bringing your proof of benefit letter (one proof per household). To be eligible you must have received a Universal Credit payment within the last month and you may also be asked to show photographic ID.
🚫 WHAT DATES ARE CLOSED IN JANUARY 2025?
Please note that Whipsnade Zoo will be closed for routine annual maintenance 20-24 January and 27-31 January 2025.
🎟 HOW MUCH ARE THE REDUCED TICKETS?
▪️ADULT (AGES 16+) - £7.00 / £6.00
▪️CHILD (3-15 YEARS) - £4.00 / £3.00
▪️UNDER 3 - Free
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💡 AN IDEA TO SAVE MONEY ON FOOD...
You can check out the toogoodtogo app to see if they have any surprise bags of food left, generally they are £3 instead of costing £9. Be quick though they can sell out quickly.
https://share.toogoodtogo.com/item/699154/
☕️ Saturday Coffee and Cake at All Saints'
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 10:00 - 12:00
☕️ Visit the Parish Church in Houghton Regis for Saturday coffee morning.
🧁 WHAT TO EXPECT
Serving homemade cakes and scones, and freshly brewed fairtrade tea and coffee… the perfect time to visit All Saints’ enjoying a cuppa and a chat. allsaintshr.co.uk/coffee-mornings
Takeaway option available. Coffee and Tea supplied by Kingdom Coffee
COST: Only £1 per item.
🧁 WHAT TO EXPECT
Serving homemade cakes and scones, and freshly brewed fairtrade tea and coffee… the perfect time to visit All Saints’ enjoying a cuppa and a chat. allsaintshr.co.uk/coffee-mornings
Takeaway option available. Coffee and Tea supplied by Kingdom Coffee
COST: Only £1 per item.
🎶 Party Night at The Old Sugar Loaf in Dunstable
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 20:00 - 03:00
🍾 Party with us this evening at The Old Sugar Loaf in Dunstable! FREE ENTRY!
🎧 Dj Haggis is covering this weekend for our resident, Party til late! Warm up with a vodka!
🆔️ Don't forget your I.D.
🎧 Dj Haggis is covering this weekend for our resident, Party til late! Warm up with a vodka!
🆔️ Don't forget your I.D.
🚶♂️FREE Ivinghoe Beacon Circular walk - Saturday 11th January 2025
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 13:30 - 16:00
🚶♂️A lovely free CYM circular walk early in the New Year on Saturday 11th January taking in Ivinghoe Beacon with stunning countryside and views of the Chiltern Hills.
📍MEET AT 1:30PM
Meet in Ivinghoe village (parking by the village green and church close to the Rose & Crown pub, LU7 9EQ).
🗺 HOW FAR WILL THE WALK BE?
Approx. 5miles total and 2.5hrs, this walk (with some hills involved) will be led by Kirsty and Dave.
🎟 TO BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE:
Ask for exact meeting place when booking.
📍MEET AT 1:30PM
Meet in Ivinghoe village (parking by the village green and church close to the Rose & Crown pub, LU7 9EQ).
🗺 HOW FAR WILL THE WALK BE?
Approx. 5miles total and 2.5hrs, this walk (with some hills involved) will be led by Kirsty and Dave.
🎟 TO BOOK YOUR FREE PLACE:
Ask for exact meeting place when booking.
To book your free places please email: 📧 info@climbyourmountain.org
🤑🍕 Pizza Hut BUY 1 GET 1 FREE - Includes buffet! (code needed ⤵️) 2025
Saturday 11 January 2025
🍕 Pizza Hut through January 2025 is offering 2 for 1 when you dine in on:
⭐️ Sides
⭐️ Mains
⭐️ Desserts
⭐️ Lunchtime buffet
VALID DATES & TIMES FOR THIS OFFER
▪️Available all day everyday.
▪️Valid 06/01/25- 30/01/25
(Please note on the Pizza Hut website terms and conditions, it states the wrong year of 2024 instead of 2025 which I have notified them of. I have doubled checked and the offer is definitely for this year 2025)
🧀 WHAT DO YOU FANCY?
Can't decide which loaded Cheesy Cheesy Bite Bites to go for? Order two and get one for free! Debating which of our new VIPizzas to try? Why not try two for the price of one?!
😋 BUFFET 11am - 3pm
Looking for a real mix, dig in to our lunchtime Buffet, available daily until 3pm. Unlimited pizza, pasta and salad all ready and waiting for you as soon as you walk through the door. That means no waiting around to order, no dishes to wash afterwards and most importantly you can get two for the price of one!
And don't forget our unlimited Salad Bar, free with every main!
*T&Cs Apply.
▪️Excludes all meal deals,
▪️Excludes all-in Buffet,
▪️Excludes Kids all-in Buffet, Kids meals and drinks.
▪️Can't be used in conjunction with any other offer.
▪️One code can be used per order.
▪️Dine-in only.
❓️HOW TO GET TWO FOR ONE:
✅️ Enter code at checkout when ordering on your mobile.
💥 CODE: 2FOR1FOOD
📍FIND A PIZZA HUT RESTAURANT NEAR YOU
https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find
(The one on our address link on our website is in Bedford)
⭐️ Sides
⭐️ Mains
⭐️ Desserts
⭐️ Lunchtime buffet
VALID DATES & TIMES FOR THIS OFFER
▪️Available all day everyday.
▪️Valid 06/01/25- 30/01/25
(Please note on the Pizza Hut website terms and conditions, it states the wrong year of 2024 instead of 2025 which I have notified them of. I have doubled checked and the offer is definitely for this year 2025)
🧀 WHAT DO YOU FANCY?
Can't decide which loaded Cheesy Cheesy Bite Bites to go for? Order two and get one for free! Debating which of our new VIPizzas to try? Why not try two for the price of one?!
😋 BUFFET 11am - 3pm
Looking for a real mix, dig in to our lunchtime Buffet, available daily until 3pm. Unlimited pizza, pasta and salad all ready and waiting for you as soon as you walk through the door. That means no waiting around to order, no dishes to wash afterwards and most importantly you can get two for the price of one!
And don't forget our unlimited Salad Bar, free with every main!
*T&Cs Apply.
▪️Excludes all meal deals,
▪️Excludes all-in Buffet,
▪️Excludes Kids all-in Buffet, Kids meals and drinks.
▪️Can't be used in conjunction with any other offer.
▪️One code can be used per order.
▪️Dine-in only.
❓️HOW TO GET TWO FOR ONE:
✅️ Enter code at checkout when ordering on your mobile.
💥 CODE: 2FOR1FOOD
📍FIND A PIZZA HUT RESTAURANT NEAR YOU
https://www.pizzahut.co.uk/restaurants/find
(The one on our address link on our website is in Bedford)
🎤 NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Jabberwocky at Bedford Esquires (For ages 14+)
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 19:30 - 22:45 Price: £16.50
🎤 NOASIS ‘The Definitive Oasis Tribute Band’ + Guests: Jabberwocky 7.30pm, Saturday 11th January 2025 – Bedford Esquires Following x4 SOLD OUT shows in 2024 January Noasis return to Bedford Esquires on Saturday 11th January 2025 for one giant party and a celebration of one of the greatest bands this country has ever produced.
▪️AGE: 14+ only
14s to 17s must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds will be given for incorrectly booked tickets.
🎸 ABOUT NOASIS
Noasis is the definitive tribute band to Manchester's five-piece super group Oasis. Since their formation in 2006 and with over 900 performances to date Noasis has justly earned its reputation as the best tribute on the circuit packing out venues up and down the UK.
⭐️ With an obsessive attention to detail the band recreates the real Oasis experience with amazing energy playing all the classic songs as if they were their own. This is more than a tribute band this is Oasis from a parallel universe.
⭐️With a huge back catalogue from Oasis to choose from the band create huge crowd-pleasing sets taking tracks Definitely Maybe, (What’s the Story) Morning Glory, Be Here Now, Standing on the Shoulder of Giants, Heathen Chemistry, Don’t Believe the Truth, & Dig Out Your Soul delivering a supersonic show of the very best Oasis anthems.
⭐️ From playing the Vic for Mick on Eastenders to the biggest festivals around the UK including Y Not & The Isle Of Wight FestivaL, hitting the national headlines when they got snowed in at the highest pub in the UK for 3 days NOASIS are the in demand doppelgangers, there are other tributes, there are other venues but when it comes to the sound of Oasis no one does it better than Noasis at Bedford Esquires.
🎟 TICKETS - £16.50
You can book via the event link.
▪️AGE: 14+ only
14s to 17s must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds will be given for incorrectly booked tickets.
🎸 ABOUT NOASIS
Noasis is the definitive tribute band to Manchester's five-piece super group Oasis. Since their formation in 2006 and with over 900 performances to date Noasis has justly earned its reputation as the best tribute on the circuit packing out venues up and down the UK.
⭐️ With an obsessive attention to detail the band recreates the real Oasis experience with amazing energy playing all the classic songs as if they were their own. This is more than a tribute band this is Oasis from a parallel universe.
⭐️With a huge back catalogue from Oasis to choose from the band create huge crowd-pleasing sets taking tracks Definitely Maybe, (What’s the Story) Morning Glory, Be Here Now, Standing on the Shoulder of Giants, Heathen Chemistry, Don’t Believe the Truth, & Dig Out Your Soul delivering a supersonic show of the very best Oasis anthems.
⭐️ From playing the Vic for Mick on Eastenders to the biggest festivals around the UK including Y Not & The Isle Of Wight FestivaL, hitting the national headlines when they got snowed in at the highest pub in the UK for 3 days NOASIS are the in demand doppelgangers, there are other tributes, there are other venues but when it comes to the sound of Oasis no one does it better than Noasis at Bedford Esquires.
🎟 TICKETS - £16.50
You can book via the event link.
🕺 Uptown Funk in Heath & Reach
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 19:30 - 23:45
🕺 Uptown Funk UK are Hertfordshire's premier function and events disco band, specializing in delivering unforgettable performances that will make your evening truly spectacular at The Royal British Legion in Heath & Reach.
🎶 DETAILS
With their exceptional talent and energetic stage presence, this band brings an old-school soul and funk groove to every event, ensuring a night of non-stop dancing and entertainment.
The band comprises a group of highly skilled and professional musicians who have mastered their respective instruments. Led by the UK's top-rated female singers, Uptown Funk UK also features drums, keyboard, guitar & bass,. Their collective expertise allows them to deliver a dynamic and diverse musical experience that caters to all tastes.
🎟 TICKET PRICE - £12.50
Non-Members welcome, phone to book:
☎️ 01525 237923
📱 07986545814
🎶 DETAILS
With their exceptional talent and energetic stage presence, this band brings an old-school soul and funk groove to every event, ensuring a night of non-stop dancing and entertainment.
The band comprises a group of highly skilled and professional musicians who have mastered their respective instruments. Led by the UK's top-rated female singers, Uptown Funk UK also features drums, keyboard, guitar & bass,. Their collective expertise allows them to deliver a dynamic and diverse musical experience that caters to all tastes.
🎟 TICKET PRICE - £12.50
Non-Members welcome, phone to book:
☎️ 01525 237923
📱 07986545814
💦 Family Fun Swim at Oasis Beach Pool in Bedford
Saturday 11 January 2025
💦 Different 90 minutes bookable slots for Family Fun Swim sessions via the event link, which include flumes and waves* at The Oasis in Bedford.
🎟 PRICE - Pre-booking via the event link
▪️Adult: £9.10
🎟 PRICE - Pre-booking via the event link
▪️Adult: £9.10
▪️Junior: £7.85
▪️1 Adult and 1 Under 3: £9.10
▪️1 Adult and 2 Under 3's: £9.10
ENQUIRES
☎️ 01234 272100
ENQUIRES
☎️ 01234 272100
🍀🎻 The Black and Gold play atThe Flower Pot in Bedford
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 20:30 - 23:00
🎻To kick off 2025, we're back at The Flower Pot in Bedford - FREE ENTRY!
🍀 Come and join us for all your favourite Irish songs and tunes!
🍀 Come and join us for all your favourite Irish songs and tunes!
🤑 Wetherspoons January Sale 2025
Saturday 11 January 2025
VALID OFFER DATES:
Thursday 2nd Jan - Thursday 16th January 2025
🍔 BURGER MEAL: £4.99/£6.52
Burger meal deal (includes chips and a drink): £4.99 with a soft drink or £6.52 with an alcoholic drink.
▪️3oz American burger
Thursday 2nd Jan - Thursday 16th January 2025
🍔 BURGER MEAL: £4.99/£6.52
Burger meal deal (includes chips and a drink): £4.99 with a soft drink or £6.52 with an alcoholic drink.
▪️3oz American burger
- ▪️3oz classic beef burger
- ▪️Crunchy chicken strip burger
🥓 BREAKFAST DEAL: £2.99
Includes free refills of coffee, tea or hot chocolate OR any soft drink (choose from over 30 drinks)
▪️Any breakfast muffin
- ▪️Any breakfast wrap
- ▪️Any breakfast butty/roll
💚 There are vegetarian options for each of the burger and breakfast deals.
🍺 DRINKS ON SALE (BEER PINTS)
▪️Worthington’s 99p
▪️Worthington’s 99p
- ▪️Ruddles Best, Greene King IPA £1.29
- ▪️Belhaven 80 Shilling £1.49
- ▪️Doom Bar £1.49
🍷 WINE: £2.49 (250ml)
▪️Coldwater Creek wine
▪️Chardonnay
- ▪️Pinot Grigio
- ▪️Rosé
- ▪️Merlot
🥃 LOW - ALCOHOL AND ALCOHOL FREE
£1.49 each:
▪️Guinness 0.0% (538ml)
- ▪️0% cocktails
- ▪️Gordon’s pink gin 0.0% (single measure, served with a mixer)
- ▪️Corona Cero (330ml)
- ▪️BrewDog Punk AF (330ml)
- ▪️Stella Artois Alcohol Free (330ml)
- ▪️Heineken 0.0 (330ml)
- ▪️Erdinger Alkoholfrei (500ml)
- ▪️Thatchers Zero (500ml)
- ▪️Kopparberg Strawberry & Lime Alcohol Free (500ml)
- ▪️Adnams Ghost Ship (500ml)
- ▪️Beck’s Blue (275ml)
▪️Soft drinks – Pepsi Max, Pepsi Max cherry, R
▪️White’s lemonade – £1.49 each
▪️White’s lemonade – £1.49 each
☕️ HOT DRINKS - £1.29
Free refills on coffee, tea and hot chocolate £1.29 each.
🙋♀️ EXTENDED DEALS
Free refills on coffee, tea and hot chocolate £1.29 each.
🙋♀️ EXTENDED DEALS
Also in January, customers can continue to save on
autumn deals – which have been extended. These include Bud Light (pint), Stowford Press (pint), Au Vodka (single measure, served with a mixer) and XIX Vodka (single measure, served with a mixer) for £1.99 each; Carling (pint) and Coors (pint) for £2.99 each, in the majority of pubs.
🛎 ROOM OFFERS FROM £49PN
The sale is running now for stays during 1–31 January 2025, inclusive, with the sale’s room rates valid on all days during January 2025 (except Saturdays).
Rooms are available at £49, £59 and £69 per room, per night, depending on location. For further information, click here.
autumn deals – which have been extended. These include Bud Light (pint), Stowford Press (pint), Au Vodka (single measure, served with a mixer) and XIX Vodka (single measure, served with a mixer) for £1.99 each; Carling (pint) and Coors (pint) for £2.99 each, in the majority of pubs.
🛎 ROOM OFFERS FROM £49PN
The sale is running now for stays during 1–31 January 2025, inclusive, with the sale’s room rates valid on all days during January 2025 (except Saturdays).
Rooms are available at £49, £59 and £69 per room, per night, depending on location. For further information, click here.
🪕 Duzzy Avocado play The Devy at The Devonshire Arms in Bedford
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 20:00
🎻 The Duzzys will uplift and enamour you with there original songs and covers with a twist. They've created thoughtful songs laced in folk and bluegrass, with intricate 3-part harmonies, soaring violin, soulful guitar, joyful banjo, uke and percussion.
🍻 ABOUT THE DEVONSHIRE ARMS
The Devonshire Arms is a traditionl pub, in the heart of the popular Castle Quarter area of Bedford. It's a proper local with fine wines and real ales.
🍻 ABOUT THE DEVONSHIRE ARMS
The Devonshire Arms is a traditionl pub, in the heart of the popular Castle Quarter area of Bedford. It's a proper local with fine wines and real ales.
👑 CINDERELLA - The Alban Arena
Saturday 11 January 2025
✨️ 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.
🏴☠️ Treasure Island at Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre
Saturday 11 January 2025
🦜Ahoy me hearties and welcome aboard the HMS Hispaniola! Travel with our band of pirates while we go searching on the high seas for the hidden treasure!
2025 DATES & TIMES:
▪️Friday 10th January - 7.30pm
▪️Saturday 11th January -
11am, 2.30pm & 6pm
▪️Thursday 16th January - 7.30pm
▪️Saturday 18th January -
11am, 2.30pm & 6pm
▪️Thursday 23rd January - 7.30pm
▪️Friday 24th January - 7.30pm
▪️Saturday 25th January -
11am, 2.30pm & 6pm
ABOUT
Come and meet Hettie Hawkins, the pub landlord and her son Jim, who is secretly in love with Suzie, while they pitch their wits against the baddest pirate ever, Black Dog and the useless Roger and Dodger!
🤭 Will there be laughs a plenty? Oh yes, will there be songs to sing along with? Indeed! Will we find the treasure? Come and find out! We very much look forward to welcoming on board the HMS Hispaniola!
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Call our Box Office on:
☎️ 0300 300 8125
Monday – Saturday 12pm – 3pm (excluding bank holidays).
🎫 TICKETS (Book via the event link)
▪️Adult: £16.00
▪️Concs: £15.00
▪️Under 16: £12.50
▪️Under 3 sitting on a lap: Free
2025 DATES & TIMES:
▪️Friday 10th January - 7.30pm
▪️Saturday 11th January -
11am, 2.30pm & 6pm
▪️Thursday 16th January - 7.30pm
▪️Saturday 18th January -
11am, 2.30pm & 6pm
▪️Thursday 23rd January - 7.30pm
▪️Friday 24th January - 7.30pm
▪️Saturday 25th January -
11am, 2.30pm & 6pm
ABOUT
Come and meet Hettie Hawkins, the pub landlord and her son Jim, who is secretly in love with Suzie, while they pitch their wits against the baddest pirate ever, Black Dog and the useless Roger and Dodger!
🤭 Will there be laughs a plenty? Oh yes, will there be songs to sing along with? Indeed! Will we find the treasure? Come and find out! We very much look forward to welcoming on board the HMS Hispaniola!
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Call our Box Office on:
☎️ 0300 300 8125
Monday – Saturday 12pm – 3pm (excluding bank holidays).
🎫 TICKETS (Book via the event link)
▪️Adult: £16.00
▪️Concs: £15.00
▪️Under 16: £12.50
▪️Under 3 sitting on a lap: Free
🎵 Whiptail at The Kings Arms, Bedford
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 21:00
🎸Free entry - Whiptail will be whipping up a blues-rock storm at The Kings Arms in Bedford, Bedfordshire.
🎤 WHAT TO EXPECT
Blues with a Rock edge and much more - Fleetwood Mac - Cream - Free - Hendrix - John Mayall - B B King - you get the idea...
🎤 WHAT TO EXPECT
Blues with a Rock edge and much more - Fleetwood Mac - Cream - Free - Hendrix - John Mayall - B B King - you get the idea...
🎶 Popscene at The Crooked Crow Bar in Leighton Buzzard - Free entry!
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 21:00
🎶 What better way to shake off those January blues... Popscene are back at The Crooked Crow in Leighton Buzzard!!! Free entry!
AGE 18+
⭐️ Banging Britpop
⭐️ 90s Indie belters
⭐️ Oasis,
⭐️ Blur,
⭐️ Pulp,
⭐️ Supergrass,
⭐️ The Stone Roses and more.
AGE 18+
⭐️ Banging Britpop
⭐️ 90s Indie belters
⭐️ Oasis,
⭐️ Blur,
⭐️ Pulp,
⭐️ Supergrass,
⭐️ The Stone Roses and more.
🐷 Kids go FREE with every paying adult at Mead Open Farm 2025!
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🚜 This January 2025, enjoy some fresh farm air at Mead Open Farm as kids go free* with every paying adult from 28th December 2024 to 31st January 2025.
WHAT TO EXPECT
🛝 Indoor Play
WHAT TO EXPECT
🛝 Indoor Play
So much fun – whatever the weather!
Whatever age they are, children will have a fantastic time in Shaggy’s PlayWorld, with its massive playframe packed with fun things to do!
Whatever age they are, children will have a fantastic time in Shaggy’s PlayWorld, with its massive playframe packed with fun things to do!
🐐 Animal Fun
Daily Activities, Adorable Animals and Farmyard Favourites. Meet, feed and learn about all your favourite farm animals at Mead Open Farm. Get up close with the rabbits during Bunny Hop, hand feed some goats in their undercover barn, groom one of the ponies during Pony Grooming, bottle feed their lambs and say hello to the cows, pigs and tons of other animals across the farm. You can even see some newborn animals during some seasons!
🏎 Outdoor Play
It’s time for an adventure!
There’s so much to do at Mead Open Farm, whatever the weather! As well as all the animals, the Farm has two huge jumping pillows, an adventure playground, Go-Karts and Crazy Golf, as well as a fantastic sandpit called Digger Village.
There’s so much to do at Mead Open Farm, whatever the weather! As well as all the animals, the Farm has two huge jumping pillows, an adventure playground, Go-Karts and Crazy Golf, as well as a fantastic sandpit called Digger Village.
✅️ ONLINE PURCHASE ONLY
One free child ticket with per paying adult. Must pre-book online to redeem offer. Not applicable on the door. Not applicable for memberships. Just add the tickets to your basket and the discount will automatically be added!
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
▪️Child from: £14.65 to £16.55
(Free with a paying adult)
▪️Adult from: £14.65 to £16.55
▪️Senior from: £14.15 to £16.05
▪️Disabled Plus Carer from: £14.65 to £16.55
▪️Under 18 Months: Free
One free child ticket with per paying adult. Must pre-book online to redeem offer. Not applicable on the door. Not applicable for memberships. Just add the tickets to your basket and the discount will automatically be added!
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
▪️Child from: £14.65 to £16.55
(Free with a paying adult)
▪️Adult from: £14.65 to £16.55
▪️Senior from: £14.15 to £16.05
▪️Disabled Plus Carer from: £14.65 to £16.55
▪️Under 18 Months: Free
🌟 Land of Lights Milton Keynes 2025
Saturday 11 January 2025
🤩The Land of Lights 2025 was amazing when whatsUp Bedfordshire went as a family! We managed to book early and in doing so we got tickets for £10 each. These have now gone up to around £15pp.
🌟 BLOG OF LAND OF LIGHT IN MILTON KEYNES 2024 BY WHATSUP BEDFORDSHIRE!
Wow what a great Sunday evening we had. We managed to get the early bird tickets for £10pp and this was definitely worth it. We will 💯 be going back next year, the whole family absolutely loved it!
🚶♀️♿️ HOW LONG DID IT TAKE TO WALK AROUND?
The magical walk took around 1.5 hours with play areas indoor and outdoor for the children to enjoy too! This is fully accessible so great for wheelchairs & pushchairs.
🐐 ANIMALS
You get to walk into the animal barn on your way round where you can see, donkeys, goats, sheep and guinea pigs.
👯♀️INDOOR LIGHT SHOW & AN INDOOR PLAY AREA
There is an indoor light show where you will find dancers, this is varied times so ask when you get there if you would like to be pointed in the right direction. Also inside you will find a play area with a slide and hidey holes, another great addition!
🔥TOASTING MARSHMALLOWS
You can book a bag of marshmallows and sticks to your booking for £4.50. To be fair you get quite a lot, you can save money by bringing your own sticks and marshmallows to toast on the fire.
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY
Sunday's and 8th Feb, 22nd Feb are dog friendly days.
🎟 TICKET PRICES -
You can book via the event link.
▪️Adults 16+ from: £15.00
▪️Child 3-15 from: £15.00
▪️Life Saver from: £13.06
▪️Concession from: £7.50
DATES JAN & FEB 2025
▪️Sunday 5th Jan (🐶 Dog friendly)
▪️Saturday 11th Jan
▪️Sunday 12th Jan (🐶 Dog friendly)
▪️Saturday 18th Jan
▪️Sunday 19th Jan (🐶 Dog friendly)
▪️Saturday 25th Jan
▪️Sunday 26th Jan (🐶 Dog friendly)
▪️Saturday 1st Feb
▪️Saturday 8th Feb (🐶 Dog friendly)
▪️Saturday 15th Feb
▪️Saturday 22nd Feb (🐶 Dog friendly)
🌟 BLOG OF LAND OF LIGHT IN MILTON KEYNES 2024 BY WHATSUP BEDFORDSHIRE!
Wow what a great Sunday evening we had. We managed to get the early bird tickets for £10pp and this was definitely worth it. We will 💯 be going back next year, the whole family absolutely loved it!
🚶♀️♿️ HOW LONG DID IT TAKE TO WALK AROUND?
The magical walk took around 1.5 hours with play areas indoor and outdoor for the children to enjoy too! This is fully accessible so great for wheelchairs & pushchairs.
🐐 ANIMALS
You get to walk into the animal barn on your way round where you can see, donkeys, goats, sheep and guinea pigs.
👯♀️INDOOR LIGHT SHOW & AN INDOOR PLAY AREA
There is an indoor light show where you will find dancers, this is varied times so ask when you get there if you would like to be pointed in the right direction. Also inside you will find a play area with a slide and hidey holes, another great addition!
🔥TOASTING MARSHMALLOWS
You can book a bag of marshmallows and sticks to your booking for £4.50. To be fair you get quite a lot, you can save money by bringing your own sticks and marshmallows to toast on the fire.
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY
Sunday's and 8th Feb, 22nd Feb are dog friendly days.
🎟 TICKET PRICES -
You can book via the event link.
▪️Adults 16+ from: £15.00
▪️Child 3-15 from: £15.00
▪️Life Saver from: £13.06
▪️Concession from: £7.50
DATES JAN & FEB 2025
▪️Sunday 5th Jan (🐶 Dog friendly)
▪️Saturday 11th Jan
▪️Sunday 12th Jan (🐶 Dog friendly)
▪️Saturday 18th Jan
▪️Sunday 19th Jan (🐶 Dog friendly)
▪️Saturday 25th Jan
▪️Sunday 26th Jan (🐶 Dog friendly)
▪️Saturday 1st Feb
▪️Saturday 8th Feb (🐶 Dog friendly)
▪️Saturday 15th Feb
▪️Saturday 22nd Feb (🐶 Dog friendly)
🎸 The Liquid Engineers – The complete Gary Numan Tribute at Bedford Esquires (Ages 14+)
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 19:30 Price: £13.20
🎸 The Liquid Engineers – Gary Numan has been cited as a major influence on acts such as Nine Inch Nails to Prince,his music has been covered by acts from Beck,Blur, Basement Jaxx, Africa Bambatta Marilyn Manson,Little Boots and many more.
💕 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/15DExTmRj7/
🎤 WHAT TO EXPECT
Standing within the smoke and haze effects and with the light show transporting you to the front row seat of a Gary Numan concert, PAT MARTIN without doubt, the hardest working UK Gary Numan tribute, delivers a vocal and visual spectacle from the moment he hits the stage and the band begins to perform that unique and authentic NUMAN sound THE LIQUID ENGINEERS are a 5 piece live band performing material from the start of Numans career to his current sound the band gives Numan fans old and new a show that will remain in your memory long after you left the venue.
▪️AGE: 14+ only. 14s to 15s must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds will be given for incorrectly booked tickets.
🎟 TICKETS - £13.20
Tickets are on sale at Seetickets via the event link and £12 in person from Esquires bar and Slide Record Shop.
💕 https://www.facebook.com/share/p/15DExTmRj7/
🎤 WHAT TO EXPECT
Standing within the smoke and haze effects and with the light show transporting you to the front row seat of a Gary Numan concert, PAT MARTIN without doubt, the hardest working UK Gary Numan tribute, delivers a vocal and visual spectacle from the moment he hits the stage and the band begins to perform that unique and authentic NUMAN sound THE LIQUID ENGINEERS are a 5 piece live band performing material from the start of Numans career to his current sound the band gives Numan fans old and new a show that will remain in your memory long after you left the venue.
▪️AGE: 14+ only. 14s to 15s must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds will be given for incorrectly booked tickets.
🎟 TICKETS - £13.20
Tickets are on sale at Seetickets via the event link and £12 in person from Esquires bar and Slide Record Shop.
😋 Kids eat FREE at The Maypole in Kempston (No voucher needed!)
Saturday 11 January 2025
😋 Come down and join us at your local Farmhouse Inns on Saturday's in January 2025, and kids can get a FREE main (plus a scoop of ice cream) when you buy an adult main.*
❓️WHAT DATES ARE VALID FOR THIS OFFER?
▪️Saturday 11th January 25
▪️Saturday 18th of January 25 ▪️Saturday 25th of January 25
🍳 WHAT FOOD IS INCLUDED? BREAKFAST LUNCH OR DINNER!
The deal entitles you to a kid’s buffet breakfast, any kids' meal or Junior Carvery from the Kids' Menu for free with the purchase of an adult breakfast, main meal or carvery.
🍨 FREE ICE-CREAM FOR THE KIDS TOO!
Kids Eat For Free' deal also includes a FREE scoop of ice cream from our selection of amazing flavours.
The offer includes a free scoop of ice cream, frozen yoghurt or sorbet or peach & pear fruit pot with every kids meal
Offer excludes starters, desserts (other than the ones mentioned above), and drinks.
🧒 HOW MANY CHILDREN CAN EAT FREE?
Up to three children can eat for free with one adult purchasing a breakfast, main meal or carvery, up to a maximum of 4 adults and 12 children.
🚫 CAN I USE THIS OFFER WITH THE APP?
No this is not available on Order & Pay App, takeaway or delivery.
✍️ SIGN UP IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY TO GET YOUR VOUCHERS & OFFERS BY EMAIL
Simply show the voucher in any participating Farmhouse Inns.
https://www.farmhouseinns.co.uk/pubs/bedfordshire/maypole-farm/sign-up
✅️ WANT TO PRE-BOOK A TABLE AT THE MAYPOLE IN KEMPSTON TO GUARANTEE A TABLE?
You can either book on the website via the event link online or give them a call on:
☎️ 01234 857218
TERMS
https://www.farmhouseinns.co.uk/deals/kids-eat-free
❓️WHAT DATES ARE VALID FOR THIS OFFER?
▪️Saturday 11th January 25
▪️Saturday 18th of January 25 ▪️Saturday 25th of January 25
🍳 WHAT FOOD IS INCLUDED? BREAKFAST LUNCH OR DINNER!
The deal entitles you to a kid’s buffet breakfast, any kids' meal or Junior Carvery from the Kids' Menu for free with the purchase of an adult breakfast, main meal or carvery.
🍨 FREE ICE-CREAM FOR THE KIDS TOO!
Kids Eat For Free' deal also includes a FREE scoop of ice cream from our selection of amazing flavours.
The offer includes a free scoop of ice cream, frozen yoghurt or sorbet or peach & pear fruit pot with every kids meal
Offer excludes starters, desserts (other than the ones mentioned above), and drinks.
🧒 HOW MANY CHILDREN CAN EAT FREE?
Up to three children can eat for free with one adult purchasing a breakfast, main meal or carvery, up to a maximum of 4 adults and 12 children.
🚫 CAN I USE THIS OFFER WITH THE APP?
No this is not available on Order & Pay App, takeaway or delivery.
✍️ SIGN UP IF YOU HAVEN'T ALREADY TO GET YOUR VOUCHERS & OFFERS BY EMAIL
Simply show the voucher in any participating Farmhouse Inns.
https://www.farmhouseinns.co.uk/pubs/bedfordshire/maypole-farm/sign-up
✅️ WANT TO PRE-BOOK A TABLE AT THE MAYPOLE IN KEMPSTON TO GUARANTEE A TABLE?
You can either book on the website via the event link online or give them a call on:
☎️ 01234 857218
TERMS
https://www.farmhouseinns.co.uk/deals/kids-eat-free
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🐷 FREE ENTRY FARM - Knotts of Tempsford 2025
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 09:00 - 17:00
WHAT'S FREE?
⭐️ Free entry
⭐️ See the farm animals
⭐️ Outdoor play area
⭐️ Pedal Karts
WHAT'S AN EXTRA COST?
HANDS ON ANIMAL EXPERIENCE
(Book online via the event link as spaces are limited)
🐐 Greet the Goats: £5.00
🐰 Pat a pet: £7.50
🐷 Pig pop in: £12.50
🦙 Llama Walking (ages 12+): £8.00
🐴 Pamper a pony (ages 6+): £15.00
😋 THE FARMERS GRILL: 10am-3pm
Enjoy a freshly cooked bite to eat at the Farmers Grill. Indoor & outdoor seating available.Whether you fancy burgers and baps, or coffee and cakes, our Grill has something for all appetites.
There's a Kids Menu for the little ones too!
🥩 FARM SHOP
Visit our Farm Shop. You'll find locally sourced, delicious produce at Knotts.Take home goodies from the Farm Shop.
👩🏫 HOME EDUCATION SESSIONS ON FRIDAYS
We are delighted to now offer Home Education Sessions at Knotts of Tempsford.
Each Friday during term time, there will be a new topic to explore, a worksheet to complete and the chance for hands on learning experiences at the farm
Sessions cost £8.50 per Child Learner and £5.00 per Supervising Adult.
⭐️ Free entry
⭐️ See the farm animals
⭐️ Outdoor play area
⭐️ Pedal Karts
WHAT'S AN EXTRA COST?
HANDS ON ANIMAL EXPERIENCE
(Book online via the event link as spaces are limited)
🐐 Greet the Goats: £5.00
🐰 Pat a pet: £7.50
🐷 Pig pop in: £12.50
🦙 Llama Walking (ages 12+): £8.00
🐴 Pamper a pony (ages 6+): £15.00
😋 THE FARMERS GRILL: 10am-3pm
Enjoy a freshly cooked bite to eat at the Farmers Grill. Indoor & outdoor seating available.Whether you fancy burgers and baps, or coffee and cakes, our Grill has something for all appetites.
There's a Kids Menu for the little ones too!
🥩 FARM SHOP
Visit our Farm Shop. You'll find locally sourced, delicious produce at Knotts.Take home goodies from the Farm Shop.
👩🏫 HOME EDUCATION SESSIONS ON FRIDAYS
We are delighted to now offer Home Education Sessions at Knotts of Tempsford.
Each Friday during term time, there will be a new topic to explore, a worksheet to complete and the chance for hands on learning experiences at the farm
Sessions cost £8.50 per Child Learner and £5.00 per Supervising Adult.
🎤 The Ultimate ABBA Party Night- MILTON KEYNES MK11
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 20:00 - 23:00
💃 Get ready to lace up your platform boots and break out your best 70s attire for the ultimate ABBA party of the year featuring STOCKHOLM 74 at MK11.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with non-stop entertainment and nostalgia, featuring stunning costumes, amazing vocals, and electrifying performances.
⚡⚡LIVE HOST & DJ | LIP SYNC BATTLES | MASS SINGALONGS | COMPETITIONS | PRIZES | GIVEAWAYS | FANCY DRESS & MUCH MORE ⚡⚡
🎧 This show brings ABBA's legendary hits to life in a way you've never experienced before plus we have a live DJ & host spinning all the hottest disco tracks from your favorite eras.
🎤 We also have EPIC lip sync battles with prizes where you can unleash your inner dancing queen and win a prize!! Get ready to sing and dance the night away to tunes like "Mamma Mia," "Waterloo," "Dancing Queen," "Fernando," "Thank You For The Music," "SOS," and many more.
🎤 Our charismatic host will keep the energy high with unforgettable musical moments.
🎟 TICKETS AND PRICE'S
Booking now is highly recommended, you can book ticketsvia the event link!
▪️From £21.45
▪️Group tickets 5 for the price of 4 (£85.80)
▪️Group tickets 8 for the price of 7 (£150.15)
WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with non-stop entertainment and nostalgia, featuring stunning costumes, amazing vocals, and electrifying performances.
⚡⚡LIVE HOST & DJ | LIP SYNC BATTLES | MASS SINGALONGS | COMPETITIONS | PRIZES | GIVEAWAYS | FANCY DRESS & MUCH MORE ⚡⚡
🎧 This show brings ABBA's legendary hits to life in a way you've never experienced before plus we have a live DJ & host spinning all the hottest disco tracks from your favorite eras.
🎤 We also have EPIC lip sync battles with prizes where you can unleash your inner dancing queen and win a prize!! Get ready to sing and dance the night away to tunes like "Mamma Mia," "Waterloo," "Dancing Queen," "Fernando," "Thank You For The Music," "SOS," and many more.
🎤 Our charismatic host will keep the energy high with unforgettable musical moments.
🎟 TICKETS AND PRICE'S
Booking now is highly recommended, you can book ticketsvia the event link!
▪️From £21.45
▪️Group tickets 5 for the price of 4 (£85.80)
▪️Group tickets 8 for the price of 7 (£150.15)
🤣 Richard Blackwood : Live - Luton (Join the waiting list or buy on the event link for 16/03/25)
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 19:15 Price: £20.00
❗️SOLD OUT!! EXTRA DATES ADDED 16/3/25
Richard Blackwood : Live Richard Blackwood brings his jam packed hour of pure heavyweight punchlines and anecdotes at The Hat Factory in Luton.
🤣 WHAT TO EXPECT
Get set for a night that’s not just comedy – it’s a rollercoaster of laughter, stories, and a sneak peek into Richard’s incredible 30-year journey.
🎉 Celebrating three phenomenal decades in the game, Richard Blackwood got us laughing on the Real McCoy, has conquered MTV, owned Top of the Pops, graced the sets West End Theatres, EastEnders and Hollyoaks, and showcased his culinary chops on MasterChef.
A true British icon, his diverse experiences add layers of humour and depth to a night you won’t want to miss. Catch Richard Blackwood : Live for an evening of laughter, storytelling, and an intimate look into the world of a seasoned industry pro.
🎟 TICKETS FOR 16/03/25: £20
(click via the event link)
Richard Blackwood : Live Richard Blackwood brings his jam packed hour of pure heavyweight punchlines and anecdotes at The Hat Factory in Luton.
🤣 WHAT TO EXPECT
Get set for a night that’s not just comedy – it’s a rollercoaster of laughter, stories, and a sneak peek into Richard’s incredible 30-year journey.
🎉 Celebrating three phenomenal decades in the game, Richard Blackwood got us laughing on the Real McCoy, has conquered MTV, owned Top of the Pops, graced the sets West End Theatres, EastEnders and Hollyoaks, and showcased his culinary chops on MasterChef.
A true British icon, his diverse experiences add layers of humour and depth to a night you won’t want to miss. Catch Richard Blackwood : Live for an evening of laughter, storytelling, and an intimate look into the world of a seasoned industry pro.
🎟 TICKETS FOR 16/03/25: £20
(click via the event link)
🎵 Dire Streets at The Stables, Wavendon, Milton Keynes
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 20:00 - 22:00
🚨 SOLD OUT🚨
Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail, making them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK.
ABOUT
The six-piece band is made up of some of the country’s top tribute musicians and delivers a stunning show that fulfils their mission of doing justice to one of the most original and talented bands the UK has ever produced.
The two-hour theatre show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the legendary Dire Straits concerts. For over a decade, Dire Streets have performed Dire Straits’ incredible back catalogue to thousands of theatre-goers across the UK.
No other Dire Straits tribute act comes as close to reproducing Mark Knopfler’s distinctive guitar and vocal tones – making Dire Streets as near to the original band as you can see live.
🎟 TICKETS
All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees.
Dire Streets bring to life the classic songs of one of the world’s greatest guitar bands with a level of musicianship and attention to detail, making them the stand out Dire Straits tribute in the UK.
ABOUT
The six-piece band is made up of some of the country’s top tribute musicians and delivers a stunning show that fulfils their mission of doing justice to one of the most original and talented bands the UK has ever produced.
The two-hour theatre show includes faithful renditions of classic studio tracks along with extended live versions from some of the legendary Dire Straits concerts. For over a decade, Dire Streets have performed Dire Straits’ incredible back catalogue to thousands of theatre-goers across the UK.
No other Dire Straits tribute act comes as close to reproducing Mark Knopfler’s distinctive guitar and vocal tones – making Dire Streets as near to the original band as you can see live.
🎟 TICKETS
All ticket prices are inclusive of booking fees.
🛍 Shefford Market January 2025
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 09:00 - 13:00
🛍 The Shefford Community Market is THIS SATURDAY! We have 17 fabulous stalls booked, with space for a few more...Come and buy local this Saturday at the Shefford Community Market with stalls from the High Street up to Morrisons.
⛪️ STALLS INSIDE THE CHURCH
St Michael and All Angels Church Shefford - stalls inside selling fair trade oats, nuts, fruit, honey, soap etc plus handmade cards and gifts plus tea and coffee by donation.
⭐Franklins of Thorncote (Farm Shop) - meat, poultry, eggs & pies
⭐Holy Smoke Street Food - bacon rolls, bacon muffins, sausage muffins, smoky flat bread with eggs and bbq beans (vegetarian), bacon flatbread, hashbrowns /chips.
⭐Jo's Bakes and Sweet Treats - cakes, tray bakes, muffins, bread rolls & buns
⭐ Sew Munro - Handmade children’s and adult clothing and backpacks
⭐ RSPB - interactive nature display and information on RSPB membership, local wildlife and our nature reserves plus our popular pin badges
⭐ Micah Makes – Homemade jam, resin items and craft kits
⭐ Mimi 3D Printing - planter pots, vases, pen holders etc
⭐ Merlin Magic Health and Wellness - Forever Living Natural Health And Wellness Products
⭐ Karen's Crazee Kitchen - homemade jams, chutneys and curds
⭐ Pams Taytoos – fun grassheads
⭐ The Permanent Bond - a range of 925 sterling silver and 14ct gold-filled chains and charms. Jumprings of the same materials will be expertly welded together using a spot welder, to create claspless, permanent jewellery
⭐ The Hat Hut - Hats, gloves, socks, scarves and slippers
⭐ Nana’s Kitchen - award-winning handmade fudge in lots of different flavours & fudge sauces
⭐ Endless Resources - educational resources created from wood, ready to support learners at home and school
⭐ Em's at 27 - wax melts, bath bombs, tumblers, carpet fresheners and more
⭐ AC Woodcrafts – Handmade wooden items - chopping board, stools, lamps, benches etc
🛝 OUTDOOR PLAY PARK
There is also a play park by the Morrisons and opposite the library for children to enjoy
⛪️ STALLS INSIDE THE CHURCH
St Michael and All Angels Church Shefford - stalls inside selling fair trade oats, nuts, fruit, honey, soap etc plus handmade cards and gifts plus tea and coffee by donation.
⭐Franklins of Thorncote (Farm Shop) - meat, poultry, eggs & pies
⭐Holy Smoke Street Food - bacon rolls, bacon muffins, sausage muffins, smoky flat bread with eggs and bbq beans (vegetarian), bacon flatbread, hashbrowns /chips.
⭐Jo's Bakes and Sweet Treats - cakes, tray bakes, muffins, bread rolls & buns
⭐ Sew Munro - Handmade children’s and adult clothing and backpacks
⭐ RSPB - interactive nature display and information on RSPB membership, local wildlife and our nature reserves plus our popular pin badges
⭐ Micah Makes – Homemade jam, resin items and craft kits
⭐ Mimi 3D Printing - planter pots, vases, pen holders etc
⭐ Merlin Magic Health and Wellness - Forever Living Natural Health And Wellness Products
⭐ Karen's Crazee Kitchen - homemade jams, chutneys and curds
⭐ Pams Taytoos – fun grassheads
⭐ The Permanent Bond - a range of 925 sterling silver and 14ct gold-filled chains and charms. Jumprings of the same materials will be expertly welded together using a spot welder, to create claspless, permanent jewellery
⭐ The Hat Hut - Hats, gloves, socks, scarves and slippers
⭐ Nana’s Kitchen - award-winning handmade fudge in lots of different flavours & fudge sauces
⭐ Endless Resources - educational resources created from wood, ready to support learners at home and school
⭐ Em's at 27 - wax melts, bath bombs, tumblers, carpet fresheners and more
⭐ AC Woodcrafts – Handmade wooden items - chopping board, stools, lamps, benches etc
🛝 OUTDOOR PLAY PARK
There is also a play park by the Morrisons and opposite the library for children to enjoy
🎤 The Workshop Boys live! FREE ENTRY at The Cellar Bar in Bedford
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 20:30 - 02:00
These guys need no introduction.
We're so pleased to have The Workshop Boys play The Cellar Bar and what could be better!
🎤 ABOUT THE WORKSHOP BOYS
Formed by former members of Los Marbles and Cutting Out, The Workshop Boys have fast become one of Bedford's most loved bar bands.
🍹ABOUT THE CELLAR BAR
The Cellar Bar is a unique basement bar located opposite the faces on the High Street in Bedford offering great premium beers, fantastic signature cocktails and plenty of non alcoholic beverages.
⭐️ Free to enter, anyone can just come in and have a drink whilst these free events are happening. Sit in the back room, stage area or bar, choice is yours.
⭐️ We host regular free of charge events and some low cost ticketed events from karaoke, comedy, drag queen shows, tribute acts + lots more.
👀 KEEP UPDATED CHECKING THE WEBSITE OUT
Please see our website too for up to date events. www.thecellarbarbedford.co.uk
Regular adult and U18's open mic's, giving musicians the opportunity to perform on our fantastic stage space, live music will be a mix of genres and a mix of local Bedford musicians and further afield.
🍻 HAPPY HOUR!
Happy Hour is from 6pm until 9pm
Thursday, Friday, Saturday
3pm until 9pm on Sunday.
▪️Draught beer - £4pint
▪️Double spirits and mixer - £5
▪️Shots - 3 for £6
▪️Any cocktail - £7 or 2 for £12
We're so pleased to have The Workshop Boys play The Cellar Bar and what could be better!
🎤 ABOUT THE WORKSHOP BOYS
Formed by former members of Los Marbles and Cutting Out, The Workshop Boys have fast become one of Bedford's most loved bar bands.
🍹ABOUT THE CELLAR BAR
The Cellar Bar is a unique basement bar located opposite the faces on the High Street in Bedford offering great premium beers, fantastic signature cocktails and plenty of non alcoholic beverages.
⭐️ Free to enter, anyone can just come in and have a drink whilst these free events are happening. Sit in the back room, stage area or bar, choice is yours.
⭐️ We host regular free of charge events and some low cost ticketed events from karaoke, comedy, drag queen shows, tribute acts + lots more.
👀 KEEP UPDATED CHECKING THE WEBSITE OUT
Please see our website too for up to date events. www.thecellarbarbedford.co.uk
Regular adult and U18's open mic's, giving musicians the opportunity to perform on our fantastic stage space, live music will be a mix of genres and a mix of local Bedford musicians and further afield.
🍻 HAPPY HOUR!
Happy Hour is from 6pm until 9pm
Thursday, Friday, Saturday
3pm until 9pm on Sunday.
▪️Draught beer - £4pint
▪️Double spirits and mixer - £5
▪️Shots - 3 for £6
▪️Any cocktail - £7 or 2 for £12
💿 BIG Record Fair returns to Bedford - Ticket Entry
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 09:00 - 15:30
💿 Big Record fairs return to Bedford
Major event for Bedfordshire area. In heart of this busy, music friendly, town.
Expect to see traders from all over the UK – specially handpicked from the VIP Music fairs circuit.
🎟 ENTRY TICKET PRICE -
You can book via the event link
▪️Fast Track Admission
Major event for Bedfordshire area. In heart of this busy, music friendly, town.
Expect to see traders from all over the UK – specially handpicked from the VIP Music fairs circuit.
🎟 ENTRY TICKET PRICE -
You can book via the event link
▪️Fast Track Admission
- (9.55am - 3.30pm): £3.76
▪️Early entry Fast Track 8.55am: £6.91
🅿️ PARKING
Public Parking – Riverside Sq MK40 1PY. 2 mins from venue. first 2 hours free on Saturdays.
ℹ️ FOR MORE INFORMATION, FAST TRACK ADVANCE TICKETS - PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE VIA THE EVENT LINK.
🅿️ PARKING
Public Parking – Riverside Sq MK40 1PY. 2 mins from venue. first 2 hours free on Saturdays.
ℹ️ FOR MORE INFORMATION, FAST TRACK ADVANCE TICKETS - PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE VIA THE EVENT LINK.
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#bedford
#bedfordmusic
#harpursuite
#Records
#vinylrecords
#recordcollecting
#sellrecords
#buyrecords
#cratedigging
#indie
#metal
#punkrock
#northernsoul
#soul
#reggae
#rock
#dancemusic
#pop
#jazz
#blues
🚦DUB SCHOOL ITHIOPIAN GENNA - BEDFORD
Saturday 11 January 2025
Time: 22:00 - 04:00
🎤 An evening of sound.. BLAKAMIX Promotions presents The Roots, Reggae & DUB sessions at Club Sixes in Bedford.
🎟 TICKETS & PRICES
▪️£15 in advance via the event link
▪️£18 on the door
▪️Last Entry is 1AM
☎️ For information call: 07973 727096
🎟 TICKETS & PRICES
▪️£15 in advance via the event link
▪️£18 on the door
▪️Last Entry is 1AM
☎️ For information call: 07973 727096
