🧑‍🎄 Join Sean in the Bar for a night of Christmas Charity Bingo Fun at The Chequers in Westoning!  Cash Prizes money to be won!!

🎅 FANCY DRESS
Christmas fancy dress must be worn lets get festive!!

🎟 COST:
£10.00 per person
£10 must be paid upfront to book your table

☎️ 01525 712967

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.

🐶 Santa Paws for 2024 at Woburn Sands Emporium! Our famous Santa Paws event is back at Woburn Sands...
 
DATES:
🐾Monday 25th November
🐾Tuesday 26th November
🐾Wednesday 27th November

TIMES:
Choose an available time & book via the event link.

🎅 WHAT TO EXPECT
This year you and your four-legged friend will be greeted by our fun and loveable elf who will take you through to the reindeer stables to mix up your own bag of yummy dog treats for your special friend. Then its onto meet the big man himself and he will have a very special gift for every doggy. The price includes entrance for 1 owner. You are able to book tickets for additional owners and additional dogs separately.

🎫 TICKET PRICE
▪️Adult & Dog Ticket: £12.99

Please note this experience is not suitable for children.

🧑‍🎄 With crackers, decorations, perfect winter views, and a warming festive lunch with all the trimmings, you don't need anymore reason to get together with friends and family this holiday season at Dunstable Downs at The Gateway Centre.

DATES & TIME
🔸️Monday–Friday 25 November to 20 December 2024
🔸️Between 12.00pm and 3.00pm.

📖 WHAT'S ON THE MENU?
Main menu:
1️⃣ Parsnip and apple soup.
2️⃣ Roast turkey with all the trimmings.
3️⃣ Apple crumble or Christmas pudding with brandy sauce.

Vegetarian menu:
1️⃣ Parsnip and apple soup.
2️⃣ Vegan Pieminister Mooless pie with all the trimmings.
3️⃣ Apple crumble or Christmas pudding with brandy sauce.

👶 Children portions available

🧑‍🎄 MENU PRICE'S
(2 and 3 course meals come with a complimentary regular hot drink and mince pie to finish)
▪️Adult One course: £16.95
▪️Adult Two course: £25.00
▪️Adult Three course: £30.00
▪️Child: £12.95

🐶 DOGS
Well behaved dogs welcome on leads.

MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE ON:
☎️ 0344 249 1895
📧 dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk

🧸 Free flow play at Marston Stay and Play Group for babies and toddlers at Marston Mortaine Village Hall.

🫧 With different themes every week. Singing and bubbles at the end of each session.

WHEN ARE WE OPEN?
▪️Monday's: 10:00 - 11:45
▪️Tuesday's: 10:00 - 11:45

COST PAY AS YOU GO:
🔸️Child & 1 adult: £5.00
🔸️Extra child: £1
🔸️Extra adult: £1

REFRESHMENTS 

☕️ Tea & coffee available 
🍪 Juice & a biscuit (for little ones) 
🥓 Bacon Rolls - £1.50

☕️ New babies & toddlers soft play area at King's Cafe, Kings Church in Flitwick, Bedfordshire.

✨️ Only £2!

💕 Welcome to our Speed Dating event for ages 20 to 39! Are you ready to dive into the thrilling world of speed dating?

WHERE?
Get set for an exciting evening at the stylish The Park pub in Bedford, where you can meet amazing people in a vibrant and friendly atmosphere!

🥂Grab a drink if you like, find your place, and get ready to spark some new connections. Our warm and welcoming hostess will be there to guide you through the night, making sure you're comfortable and having a blast.

🤝 Whether you're looking for love or just want to expand your social circle, this is the perfect opportunity. Ready to make some connections?

🏃‍♀️Don't let this opportunity pass you by – reserve your spot now and join us for a night of excitement, anticipation, and the potential for finding that special someone. Who knows? Your next great adventure could be just a Speed Dating event away!

🎫 TICKET COST
(You can book a ticket via the event link that will direct you to Eventbrite):

▪️Female Admission: £22.00
▪️Male Admission: £22.00

ANY QUESTIONS?
Have more questions? Shoot us an email anytime on: 
📧newconnectionsevents@hotmail.com 

We're here to help you out and make sure you have all the info you need. Don't hesitate to reach out—we're just a click away!

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

🧒 AGE SUITABILITY: 3 - 8 years

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

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

⛸️ From 18th November 2024 - 2nd January 2025, Woburn Sands Emporium has a real ice rink available for you and your family to enjoy. Ice skating sessions are available during the day, with extra evening sessions on certain days.

WHAT DOES YOUR TICKET INCLUDE?
Tickets include skate hire and 45 minutes on the ice, everything you need for a fun ice skating experience!

New for 2024: Discounted Family tickets!

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

DIFFERENT SESSIONS AVAILABLE

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

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

⭐️OFF-PEAK:
Off-Peak Days: 18th Nov - 12th Dec excluding Sat 7th & Sun 8th Dec.
Child (under 15): £5.50
Teen/Adult (15+): £8
1 Adult & 2 children: £18
2 Adults & 1 Child: £20
2 Adults & 2 children: £25

⭐️PEAK:
Peak Days:
Sat 7th, Dec, Sun 8th Dec, Fri 13th Dec - 2nd Jan.
Child (under 15): £11
Teen/Adult (15+): £16
1 Adult & 2 Children: £36
2 Adults & 1 Child: £40
Family 2 Adults & 2 children: £50

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

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

DATES:
From 22nd November - 20th December 2024 (Monday - Fridays only)

TIMES: 12pm onwards

🥂At The White Swan in Dunstable we are doing festive afternoon teas which are bookings only.

WHATS INCLUDED?
This includes fizz 

CHRISTMAS AFTERNOON TEAS: £27pp
⭐️A selection of festive finger sandwiches
⭐️Homemade sausage roll
⭐️Chocolate covered strawberries
⭐️Pigs in blankets & cranberry sauce
⭐️Mince pies & brandy cream
⭐️Homemade scones with clotted cream & jam
⭐️Cake shots includes tequila rose
⭐️Mini prawn cocktails
⭐️Meringues & macarons
⭐️Selection on sweet cakes

CHRISTMAS NIBBLES
(Veggie option, ask for details)
£30 per board for 5 people.
🔸️Pigs in blankets
🔸️Roast Potatoes
🔸️Homemade sausage rolls
🔸️Chilli & garlic prawns
🔸️Grilled hallomui & sweet chilli
🔸️Turkey stuffing & cranberry pin wheels
🔸️Mini chicken skewers
🔸️A selection of cheese and biscuits

🎄Beautifully set up on your table and includes crackers & table service. Ask for vegan & Veggie options.

✅️ HOW TO BOOK:
☎️ PHONE: 01582 667833

📖 The Book of Darkness & Light in association with Little Mighty present: NIGHTMARES Three classic ghost stories – live on stage!

ABOUT
👻 Vengeful spirits, murderous revenants and gruesome promises kept from beyond the grave – every horror imaginable is conjured in this uniquely terrifying experience.

😱 Nightmares is a gothic show that will leave you quaking in your seat… and dying for more!

📚 The show features three of the most spine-tingling tales ever written –

📖'The Judge’s House' by Bram Stoker,
📖'The Kit-Bag' by Algernon Blackwood
📖'John Charrington’s Wedding' by E Nesbit.

These pleasing terrors are brought to you by The Book of Darkness & Light, who have toured the length and breadth of the country with their unique brand of ghost story theatre for the past nine years.

DOORS OPEN: 7PM
SHOW STARTS: 7.30PM

🎟 TICKET PRICES
▪️Adult: £16
▪️Adult: Wheelchair User & Buddy: £16
▪️Concession: £14
▪️Concession: Wheelchair User & Buddy: £14