๐ธ Ashwell at Home 2025
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
๐ธ Ashwell Village is holding an event called 'Ashwell at Home' with amazing open gardens, (tickets needed) free children's workshops, walks, talks, musical entertainment and delicious local food along with a spring market, and classic cars.
๐ซ RAFFLE TICKETS
Ashwell Village Museum: Visit one of the oldest village museums in the country. Raffle tickets are on sale here at ยฃ1 each. The draw will take place at the Museum at 5pm.
โ ๏ธ THE PROGRAMME FOR THE DAY OF ACTIVITIES & EVENTS DURING THE DAY
https://www.ashwellathome.org.uk/_files/ugd/7795c7_99b673634bba45e2a031c7e037898219.pdf
๐ TICKETS COST FOR OPEN GARDENS:
You can book tickets via the event link.
โช๏ธAdults advance: ยฃ8
โช๏ธAdults on the day: ยฃ10
โช๏ธUnder 18: Free with an accompanied adult
๐ A great day out for all the family! Plus don't forget to have a paddle in Ashwell Springs and a visit to the play park in Ashwell too!
๐ซ RAFFLE TICKETS
Ashwell Village Museum: Visit one of the oldest village museums in the country. Raffle tickets are on sale here at ยฃ1 each. The draw will take place at the Museum at 5pm.
โ ๏ธ THE PROGRAMME FOR THE DAY OF ACTIVITIES & EVENTS DURING THE DAY
https://www.ashwellathome.org.uk/_files/ugd/7795c7_99b673634bba45e2a031c7e037898219.pdf
๐ TICKETS COST FOR OPEN GARDENS:
You can book tickets via the event link.
โช๏ธAdults advance: ยฃ8
โช๏ธAdults on the day: ยฃ10
โช๏ธUnder 18: Free with an accompanied adult
๐ A great day out for all the family! Plus don't forget to have a paddle in Ashwell Springs and a visit to the play park in Ashwell too!
23 other events on this day
๐ Lambing Weekend May 2025 at Oaklands College, St Albans
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
๐ฆ Join us for a fun-filled Lambing Weekend at Oaklands College in St Albans, where you can meet adorable lambs, enjoy activities, and learn all about farm life! Tickets include unlimited zoo entry! Come for the lambs, stay for the animals! Book now for a wild day out!
๐ 2025 DATES:
โช๏ธSaturday 3rd May: 10am - 4pm
โช๏ธSunday 4th May: 10am - 4pm
๐ 2025 DATES:
โช๏ธSaturday 3rd May: 10am - 4pm
โช๏ธSunday 4th May: 10am - 4pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
โจ๏ธMeet the newborn lambs & Zoo entry
โจ๏ธ10 piece Cuban band - 2x shows every day
โจ๏ธCaptain Fantastic - bringing magic to Lambing 2025 4x 30min
โจ๏ธUnlimited Inflatable Fun, include human table football, slides and more
โจ๏ธBaby zone
โจ๏ธTractor rides
โจ๏ธFace painting
โจ๏ธStreet food
โจ๏ธLocal stalls
๐ฅ 10% DISCOUNT CODE: PAYDAY10
โจ๏ธUnlimited Inflatable Fun, include human table football, slides and more
โจ๏ธBaby zone
โจ๏ธTractor rides
โจ๏ธFace painting
โจ๏ธStreet food
โจ๏ธLocal stalls
๐ฅ 10% DISCOUNT CODE: PAYDAY10
๐คฉ ADDITIONAL VIP TICKET OPTIONS:
There are individual and family VIP packages available when booking which are subject to higher costs which provides early access before the crowds arrive, get up close to the newborn lambs and explore the festival at your own pace.
โช๏ธExclusive entry from 9:00 AM (before general admission)
โช๏ธYour choice of parking
โช๏ธQuiet hours before the rush
โช๏ธExclusive time to meet the newborn lambs
Some packages include a Free scavenger hunt entry for each child, with a prize at the end!
โช๏ธExclusive entry from 9:00 AM (before general admission)
โช๏ธYour choice of parking
โช๏ธQuiet hours before the rush
โช๏ธExclusive time to meet the newborn lambs
Some packages include a Free scavenger hunt entry for each child, with a prize at the end!
๐คฉ ADD-ONS:
- โช๏ธEWE2 - Scavenger Hunt - PRE-ORDER ONLY: ยฃ6.13
Join the fun with our EWE2 Scavenger Hunt! Follow the clues based on our new promotional band, signposted around the event, and uncover hidden surprises. Complete the hunt for a special prize at the endโperfect for all ages to enjoy! - โช๏ธBuild 'a' Lamb - PRE-ORDER ONLY: ยฃ16.96
Create your very own stuffed lamb teddy at our Build-a-Lamb station! Choose your lamb, stuff it yourself, and bring home a cuddly, personalised souvenir to remember the festival. Perfect for all ages to enjoy! - โช๏ธBuild Your Own Birdhouse Kit: ยฃ11.55
Take home a flatpack birdhouse kit, perfect for a hands-on project with the family. A great way to add a touch of nature to your garden.
๐ TICKET PRICES
Please click the event link for ticket options.
โ๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS: 01727 737000
๐ฆ FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
๐ฆ Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.
๐ 2025 DATES
โช๏ธMonday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
โช๏ธ7 days a week
โช๏ธ10am - 6pm
๐ฆ FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.
Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.
โ๏ธIMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennettโs Splash Park and Splashside Cafรฉ may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *
๐ THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Cafรฉ adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennettโs Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.
๐ 2025 DATES
โช๏ธMonday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
โช๏ธ7 days a week
โช๏ธ10am - 6pm
๐ฆ FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.
Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.
โ๏ธIMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennettโs Splash Park and Splashside Cafรฉ may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *
๐ THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Cafรฉ adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennettโs Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.
๐ป RTV Trial at Sewell, Dunstable
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 09:00 - 17:00
๐ป You are invited to Chiltern Vale Land Rover Club RTV (Road Taxed Vehicle) trial, Cross Country Vehicles are also welcome. Starting at 10 am with scrutineering and signing on from 9 am.
โน๏ธ MARSHALS & VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are needed to help set out please.
If you have not set up before then let us know and we will put you with someone with experience. Marshals are welcome just sign on in the morning.
โ ๏ธ DECLARATION
Visit the Event Link to read the event declaration document
We look forward to seeing you on the day.
โน๏ธ MARSHALS & VOLUNTEERS
Volunteers are needed to help set out please.
If you have not set up before then let us know and we will put you with someone with experience. Marshals are welcome just sign on in the morning.
โ ๏ธ DECLARATION
Visit the Event Link to read the event declaration document
We look forward to seeing you on the day.
๐คธโโ๏ธ Mini & Youth Presentation Inflatable Day at Ampthill Rubgy Club
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 09:30 - 16:30
๐ Mini & youth presentation day & inflatable fun day, food day at Ampthill Rugby Club!!
โจ๏ธBouncy Castles
โจ๏ธInflatable Obstacle Course
โจ๏ธPillow Bash
โจ๏ธHot Food
โจ๏ธHot & Cold Treats
โจ๏ธ& much more...
๐ TICKET PRICES:
โช๏ธAdvance Child: ยฃ7.00 (online)
โช๏ธChild On-The-Day: ยฃ10.00
Tickets can be purchased online via the event link or over the bar in the club house.
โจ๏ธBouncy Castles
โจ๏ธInflatable Obstacle Course
โจ๏ธPillow Bash
โจ๏ธHot Food
โจ๏ธHot & Cold Treats
โจ๏ธ& much more...
๐ TICKET PRICES:
โช๏ธAdvance Child: ยฃ7.00 (online)
โช๏ธChild On-The-Day: ยฃ10.00
Tickets can be purchased online via the event link or over the bar in the club house.
Hemel Hempstead Vegan Market
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
๐ The Hemel Hempstead Market is back and weโre taking over Marlowes again (just outside Primark) this May 2025!
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
As usual, the event will bring together an incredible selection of vegan street food vendors, artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, local artists, environmental charities + loads more.
โช๏ธEvent Traders
If you would like to trade at this event, please head to the link below for all of the details: https://www.veganmarkets.co.uk/trading/st-albans
โช๏ธMailing List
By joining our mailing list, you'll be the first to know about exciting news, upcoming events & more! To subscribe, head to the link and enter your details: https://www.veganmarkets.co.uk/mailing-list
โช๏ธLocal businesses, charities & community groups
We offer a number of free pitches at each event to those who meet our community focus eligibility criteria. To find out more, head to the link: https://www.veganmarkets.co.uk/community-focus
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
As usual, the event will bring together an incredible selection of vegan street food vendors, artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, local artists, environmental charities + loads more.
โช๏ธEvent Traders
If you would like to trade at this event, please head to the link below for all of the details: https://www.veganmarkets.co.uk/trading/st-albans
โช๏ธMailing List
By joining our mailing list, you'll be the first to know about exciting news, upcoming events & more! To subscribe, head to the link and enter your details: https://www.veganmarkets.co.uk/mailing-list
โช๏ธLocal businesses, charities & community groups
We offer a number of free pitches at each event to those who meet our community focus eligibility criteria. To find out more, head to the link: https://www.veganmarkets.co.uk/community-focus
๐ฌ๐ง Clifton VE80 Service and Churchyard Activities
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 15:00
โ๏ธ Come together with the community to mark the close of our weekend by commemorating the significant losses of WWII, through a sombre service of remembrance led by Reverend Caren at All Saints Church in Clifton.
๐งธ FOR THE CHILDREN....
Following the service, head back to the Church to join us for refreshments, exhibition and some activities for the children, including firm favourites the Churchyard Treasure Hunt and Zip-Lining Teddies!
๐ SCHEDULE
โช๏ธService - Assembly 14:45 for 15:00 service at the Clifton War Memorial
โช๏ธActivities and Refreshments - 15:45 at Clifton All Saints Church
โช๏ธRaffle Draw - 17:00
๐งธ FOR THE CHILDREN....
Following the service, head back to the Church to join us for refreshments, exhibition and some activities for the children, including firm favourites the Churchyard Treasure Hunt and Zip-Lining Teddies!
๐ SCHEDULE
โช๏ธService - Assembly 14:45 for 15:00 service at the Clifton War Memorial
โช๏ธActivities and Refreshments - 15:45 at Clifton All Saints Church
โช๏ธRaffle Draw - 17:00
๐ VE Day 80th Anniversary Celebrations with Joe and Kirsty
Time: 14:00 - 19:00 Price: ยฃ20.00
๐ We are celebrating the 80th Anniversary of VE Day in Partnership with the White Swan in Dunstable - Music and entertainment from the 40s and 50s with Joe and Kirsty with a great afternoon of music and good food.
๐ TICKET PRICE: ยฃ20 - includes food!
Click on the link below to book your tickets๐
๐ RAISING MONEY FOR CHARITY
This is a fundraiser show for Kids in Mind.
๐ TICKET PRICE: ยฃ20 - includes food!
Click on the link below to book your tickets๐
๐ RAISING MONEY FOR CHARITY
This is a fundraiser show for Kids in Mind.
๐คญ Comedy Night at The Cock, Broom
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 19:00 Price: ยฃ15.00
๐คญ COMEDY NIGHT BACK AGAIN BY POPULAR DEMANDโผ๏ธ
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Andy Gleeks MC Presents The Cock Sunday Comedy featuring Paul F Taylor, Chris Stokes and Martin Graham.
๐ BOOK TICKETS - ยฃ15pp
Book now to save disappointment by calling the pub or pop in.
โ๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS: 01767 314411
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Andy Gleeks MC Presents The Cock Sunday Comedy featuring Paul F Taylor, Chris Stokes and Martin Graham.
๐ BOOK TICKETS - ยฃ15pp
Book now to save disappointment by calling the pub or pop in.
โ๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS: 01767 314411
๐ Mind Body & Spirit Fair at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, Barton-le-Clay
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
๐ Come and enjoy some relaxing time at our Mind, Body and Spirit Fair at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village in Barton-le-Clay!
๐ฎ WHAT TO EXPECT
We will have a Tarot readings or the chance to try some reiki healing and there will be crystals and candles plus lots of lovely gift ideas from local businesses.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Free parking on site
๐ ABOUT THE OLDE WATERMILL SHOPPING VILLAGE
The Olde Watermill Shopping Village is set in and around an historic Watermill.
There has been a Watermill on the site since 1086 as the Watermill is mentioned in the Domesday book and it is one of the oldest overshot Watermills in the country.
Over the last few years, it has been lovingly restored and is now home to over 20 unique and individual shops as well as the Mill House Restaurant, Tea Room & Cafe, an antique centre, Millerโs Shopping Arcade and a soft play area for the children.
๐ 2025 MIND BODY & SPIRIT FAIR DATES:
โช๏ธSunday 11th May
โช๏ธSunday 8th June
โช๏ธSunday 13th July
โช๏ธSunday 10th August
โช๏ธSunday 14th September
โช๏ธSunday 12th October
โช๏ธSunday 9th November
โ๏ธ THE COFFEE SHOP MENU & DETAILS
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/the-mill-house-coffee-shop/
โน๏ธ STALL HOLDERS
Set up is from 8:00am. We ask that you be ready to sell by 10:00am and do not pack up before the market finishes at 4:00pm. A 3 x 3m non-sided Gazebo is provided for your use. You will need to bring any tables, chairs and displays you need.
โช๏ธCost Standard: ยฃ35.00
To book a stall:
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/mind-body-spirit-fair-booking-2025/
๐ฎ WHAT TO EXPECT
We will have a Tarot readings or the chance to try some reiki healing and there will be crystals and candles plus lots of lovely gift ideas from local businesses.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Free parking on site
๐ ABOUT THE OLDE WATERMILL SHOPPING VILLAGE
The Olde Watermill Shopping Village is set in and around an historic Watermill.
There has been a Watermill on the site since 1086 as the Watermill is mentioned in the Domesday book and it is one of the oldest overshot Watermills in the country.
Over the last few years, it has been lovingly restored and is now home to over 20 unique and individual shops as well as the Mill House Restaurant, Tea Room & Cafe, an antique centre, Millerโs Shopping Arcade and a soft play area for the children.
๐ 2025 MIND BODY & SPIRIT FAIR DATES:
โช๏ธSunday 11th May
โช๏ธSunday 8th June
โช๏ธSunday 13th July
โช๏ธSunday 10th August
โช๏ธSunday 14th September
โช๏ธSunday 12th October
โช๏ธSunday 9th November
โ๏ธ THE COFFEE SHOP MENU & DETAILS
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/the-mill-house-coffee-shop/
โน๏ธ STALL HOLDERS
Set up is from 8:00am. We ask that you be ready to sell by 10:00am and do not pack up before the market finishes at 4:00pm. A 3 x 3m non-sided Gazebo is provided for your use. You will need to bring any tables, chairs and displays you need.
โช๏ธCost Standard: ยฃ35.00
To book a stall:
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/mind-body-spirit-fair-booking-2025/
๐ Stokes Golden Classics 2025 near Newport Pagnell
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
๐ Stokes Golden Classics is a Classic Car and Nostalgia event run at Stoke Goldington Village near Newport Pagnell. An annual event
๐ WHAT TO EXPECT
A great event for the whole family, from cars, bikes, tractors, steam engines, you name it and they will be there.
โจ๏ธ The show offers a fantastic day out for everyone, with an amazing BBQ and bar run by the dedicated Village Hall committee. Best of all, entry is free of charge, making it accessible to all.
๐ DO YOU WANT TO SHOW YOUR VEHCHILE?
To book your vehicle this year 2025, you will need a FREE event ticket. Due to the amount of cars we turned away last year, we thought it better to do it this way, so we know how many numbers etc we have coming. Cars etc can start arriving from 11am.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stokes-golden-classics-tickets-1022426173207
๐ WHAT TO EXPECT
A great event for the whole family, from cars, bikes, tractors, steam engines, you name it and they will be there.
โจ๏ธ The show offers a fantastic day out for everyone, with an amazing BBQ and bar run by the dedicated Village Hall committee. Best of all, entry is free of charge, making it accessible to all.
๐ DO YOU WANT TO SHOW YOUR VEHCHILE?
To book your vehicle this year 2025, you will need a FREE event ticket. Due to the amount of cars we turned away last year, we thought it better to do it this way, so we know how many numbers etc we have coming. Cars etc can start arriving from 11am.
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/stokes-golden-classics-tickets-1022426173207
๐ World Food Festival 2025 in Welwyn Garden City Centre
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 18:00
๐ The popular World Food Festival is returning to Welwyn Garden City town centre for 2025.
๐ DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธSaturday 10th May
โช๏ธSunday 11th May
โช๏ธ11am - 6pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
This free to enter event will be running over 2 days and will incorporate food, drinks and entertainment from all around the world, kids activities and attractions and much much more....
โญ๏ธLive music
โญ๏ธPerformances โ
โญ๏ธStreet Entertainment
โญ๏ธMarket Traders
โญ๏ธCooking demonstrations
โญ๏ธ Competitions throughout the day
๐ง CHILDREN'S FUN ZONE
(Outside The Howard Centre)
๐ธ๏ธFerris Wheel
๐ธ๏ธTrampolines
๐ธ๏ธSamba Balloons
๐ธ๏ธFormula 1000
๐ธ๏ธInflatable Bumper Cars
๐ธ๏ธToxic Wipe Out
๐ธ๏ธInflatable Slide
๐คฉ AWARD WINNING FOOD TRADERS
Iraq, Persia, USA, Caribbean, Africa, Spain, Lebanese, Mediterranean, Poland, France, Greece, Malaysia, Korea, Turkey, Italy, Indian/Punjab, Korea, Thailand, Jamaica, Asia, China, Belgium, Japan and Honk Kong
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking is subject to charges Monday-Saturday but is FREE every Sunday and Bank Holiday in all of the WHBC owned car parks listed below:
๐ DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธSaturday 10th May
โช๏ธSunday 11th May
โช๏ธ11am - 6pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
This free to enter event will be running over 2 days and will incorporate food, drinks and entertainment from all around the world, kids activities and attractions and much much more....
โญ๏ธLive music
โญ๏ธPerformances โ
โญ๏ธStreet Entertainment
โญ๏ธMarket Traders
โญ๏ธCooking demonstrations
โญ๏ธ Competitions throughout the day
๐ง CHILDREN'S FUN ZONE
(Outside The Howard Centre)
๐ธ๏ธFerris Wheel
๐ธ๏ธTrampolines
๐ธ๏ธSamba Balloons
๐ธ๏ธFormula 1000
๐ธ๏ธInflatable Bumper Cars
๐ธ๏ธToxic Wipe Out
๐ธ๏ธInflatable Slide
๐คฉ AWARD WINNING FOOD TRADERS
Iraq, Persia, USA, Caribbean, Africa, Spain, Lebanese, Mediterranean, Poland, France, Greece, Malaysia, Korea, Turkey, Italy, Indian/Punjab, Korea, Thailand, Jamaica, Asia, China, Belgium, Japan and Honk Kong
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking is subject to charges Monday-Saturday but is FREE every Sunday and Bank Holiday in all of the WHBC owned car parks listed below:
โช๏ธHunters Bridge
โช๏ธCampus East Lower
โช๏ธCampus West
โช๏ธCherry Tree
๐ซ ROAD CLOSURES SATURDAY 10TH & SUNDAY 11TH MAY 2025โ๏ธ
Road access to the town centre will be closed from 06:00 on Saturday 10th until 23:00 on Sunday 11th May 2025. Vehicles can enter the top of Howardsgate (Cote) but will be diverted left just before Cafe Nero.
โช๏ธCampus East Lower
โช๏ธCampus West
โช๏ธCherry Tree
๐ซ ROAD CLOSURES SATURDAY 10TH & SUNDAY 11TH MAY 2025โ๏ธ
Road access to the town centre will be closed from 06:00 on Saturday 10th until 23:00 on Sunday 11th May 2025. Vehicles can enter the top of Howardsgate (Cote) but will be diverted left just before Cafe Nero.
๐ G&M GROWERS CAR BOOT SALE 2025
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 07:30 - 12:00
๐We will be open this Sunday weather dependant. Any updates to this will be on Facebook and Instagram by 7am on Sunday.
โช๏ธBUYERS - ENTRY AFTER 7:30AM
๐น๏ธยฃ1 before 9am
๐น๏ธ50p after 9am
๐น๏ธUnder 16's are FREE
โช๏ธSELLERS - ENTRY 7.00AM
๐ธ๏ธยฃ10 any size vehicle
๐ธ๏ธNo need to book, just turn up!
๐บ LOCATION
We are located behind G&M growers farm shop at 79 Hitchin Rd, Upper Caldecote, Biggleswade SG18 9BU
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ 07841619568 or 07538341136
Look forward to seeing you all Sunday and fingers crossed for nice weather.๐๐ค
โช๏ธBUYERS - ENTRY AFTER 7:30AM
๐น๏ธยฃ1 before 9am
๐น๏ธ50p after 9am
๐น๏ธUnder 16's are FREE
โช๏ธSELLERS - ENTRY 7.00AM
๐ธ๏ธยฃ10 any size vehicle
๐ธ๏ธNo need to book, just turn up!
๐บ LOCATION
We are located behind G&M growers farm shop at 79 Hitchin Rd, Upper Caldecote, Biggleswade SG18 9BU
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ 07841619568 or 07538341136
Look forward to seeing you all Sunday and fingers crossed for nice weather.๐๐ค
๐ Stotfold Watermill Steam Fair & Country Show 2025
Time: 10:30
๐ Now in its 21st year, the Stotfold Mill Steam Fair and Country Show has become one of the most popular events in Central Bedfordshire, attracting thousands of visitors from all over the UK. Combining the wonders of steam power with a variety of entertainment, the Steam Fair offers a fantastic day out for families and steam fans alike.
2025 DATES & TIMES:
โช๏ธSaturday 10th May 2025
โช๏ธSunday 11th May 2025
WHAT TO EXPECT
โญ๏ธ Arena acts and live entertainment,
โญ๏ธ Music and dancing
โญ๏ธ Vintage cars and tractors
โญ๏ธ Steam engines
โญ๏ธ Food and drink options
โญ๏ธ Trade stalls and craft marquee
โญ๏ธ Funfair
โญ๏ธ Working Victorian watermill to explore
๐ถ FREE DISCO FOR KIDS ON THE SATURDAY NIGHT!
Free! We have a childrenโs disco from 5:30pm followed by live music till late.
๐ THE SAUNDERS STEAM COLLECTIONS
The Saunders Steam collection is the biggest working steam collection in Europe. The collection includes many operating steam traction engines, fairground rides, mechanical organs, vintage lorries and vintage cars.
2025 DATES & TIMES:
โช๏ธSaturday 10th May 2025
โช๏ธSunday 11th May 2025
WHAT TO EXPECT
โญ๏ธ Arena acts and live entertainment,
โญ๏ธ Music and dancing
โญ๏ธ Vintage cars and tractors
โญ๏ธ Steam engines
โญ๏ธ Food and drink options
โญ๏ธ Trade stalls and craft marquee
โญ๏ธ Funfair
โญ๏ธ Working Victorian watermill to explore
๐ถ FREE DISCO FOR KIDS ON THE SATURDAY NIGHT!
Free! We have a childrenโs disco from 5:30pm followed by live music till late.
๐ THE SAUNDERS STEAM COLLECTIONS
The Saunders Steam collection is the biggest working steam collection in Europe. The collection includes many operating steam traction engines, fairground rides, mechanical organs, vintage lorries and vintage cars.
The Stotfold Mill Preservation Trust are very grateful to the Saunders family and all the collection volunteers for once again attending our show.
โ๏ธKEEP CHECKING, MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW!
โน๏ธ MORE INFORMATION
๐ถ Can I bring a dog?
Yes, dogs are welcome to the show but please be aware it can be quite noisy and there can be lots of people and vehicles moving around so they must be kept on a short lead. With the exception of guide dogs, we do not allow dogs in the mill.
โฟ๏ธ Do you have disabled access?The disabled parking is as close to the Mill as possible. This has the best access to the event field. There are disabled toilets in the mill and around the field.
๐ง What if I lose my child? When you arrive you can pickup a wristband from the gate and put your phone number on it so you can be contacted easily.
ENQUIRES
โ๏ธ Telephone: 01462 734541
๐ง Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
๐ซถ FUNDS INFORMATION
The funds generated by the Steam Fair are essential for keeping Stotfold Mill and its Nature Reserve open for all to enjoy as a visitor attraction - free of charge. Your support helps us to keep the wheels of history turning.
.๐ ADVANCED TICKET PRICES - CAN BE BOOKED VIA THE EVENT LINK:
โช๏ธAdults: ยฃ10
โช๏ธChildren: ยฃ5
๐ TICKETS ON THE GATE PRICES:
โช๏ธAdults: ยฃ13
โช๏ธChildren: ยฃ7
๐ธ *Photos below taken from May 2024
โ๏ธKEEP CHECKING, MORE DETAILS TO FOLLOW!
โน๏ธ MORE INFORMATION
๐ถ Can I bring a dog?
Yes, dogs are welcome to the show but please be aware it can be quite noisy and there can be lots of people and vehicles moving around so they must be kept on a short lead. With the exception of guide dogs, we do not allow dogs in the mill.
โฟ๏ธ Do you have disabled access?The disabled parking is as close to the Mill as possible. This has the best access to the event field. There are disabled toilets in the mill and around the field.
๐ง What if I lose my child? When you arrive you can pickup a wristband from the gate and put your phone number on it so you can be contacted easily.
ENQUIRES
โ๏ธ Telephone: 01462 734541
๐ง Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
๐ซถ FUNDS INFORMATION
The funds generated by the Steam Fair are essential for keeping Stotfold Mill and its Nature Reserve open for all to enjoy as a visitor attraction - free of charge. Your support helps us to keep the wheels of history turning.
.๐ ADVANCED TICKET PRICES - CAN BE BOOKED VIA THE EVENT LINK:
โช๏ธAdults: ยฃ10
โช๏ธChildren: ยฃ5
๐ TICKETS ON THE GATE PRICES:
โช๏ธAdults: ยฃ13
โช๏ธChildren: ยฃ7
๐ธ *Photos below taken from May 2024
๐คธโโ๏ธParent & Toddler Session at Gravity in Milton Keynes, only ยฃ4pp
Price: ยฃ4.25
๐คธโโ๏ธ Watch toddlers face light up with joy as your little one learns to bounce on trampolines for this 60 minute whole park session at Gravity in Milton Keynes.
๐ง Toddlers are most welcome at Gravity, and there are lots of ways for mini bouncers to have fun safely.
โญ๏ธ PARENT & TODDLER SESSION TIMES 7 DAYS A WEEK SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY:
โช๏ธ8am - 9am
โช๏ธ9am - 10am
โช๏ธ10am - 11am
โญ๏ธ AGE FOR PARENT & TODDLER SESSIONS:
All children must be over 18 months and under 5 years old accompanied by a paying adult. One adult to two toddlers.
๐งฆ GRAVITY SAFETY SOCKS - ยฃ2.50
GRAVITY safety socks are an important part of our safety procedures - everyone participating MUST wear them at all times.
๐ฃ ARRIVE 30 MINS EARLY
Please arrive at reception at least 30 mins before your start time to check in, sort out any equipment, use lockers and watch our safety brief.
๐ FAST TRACK
Fast track your experience by filling out the safety agreement online.
๐ TICKETS - ยฃ4 PER PERSON
Add the total number of participants to your cart (toddlers plus parent, plus additional paying parent if required). Under 5s need to be accompanied on the activity area by a paying adult. Tickets can be booked via the event link.
๐ง Toddlers are most welcome at Gravity, and there are lots of ways for mini bouncers to have fun safely.
โญ๏ธ PARENT & TODDLER SESSION TIMES 7 DAYS A WEEK SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY:
โช๏ธ8am - 9am
โช๏ธ9am - 10am
โช๏ธ10am - 11am
โญ๏ธ AGE FOR PARENT & TODDLER SESSIONS:
All children must be over 18 months and under 5 years old accompanied by a paying adult. One adult to two toddlers.
๐งฆ GRAVITY SAFETY SOCKS - ยฃ2.50
GRAVITY safety socks are an important part of our safety procedures - everyone participating MUST wear them at all times.
๐ฃ ARRIVE 30 MINS EARLY
Please arrive at reception at least 30 mins before your start time to check in, sort out any equipment, use lockers and watch our safety brief.
๐ FAST TRACK
Fast track your experience by filling out the safety agreement online.
๐ TICKETS - ยฃ4 PER PERSON
Add the total number of participants to your cart (toddlers plus parent, plus additional paying parent if required). Under 5s need to be accompanied on the activity area by a paying adult. Tickets can be booked via the event link.
๐ LINSLADE CAR BOOT SALE 2025
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
๐ Linslade car boot sale opens every Sunday.
๐ BUYERS
โช๏ธFrom: 12pm
โช๏ธEntry: ยฃ1
โช๏ธCorrect change please
โช๏ธNo credit cards , no western union ,
no crypto or Bitcoin .
๐ SELLERS MUST STAY UNTILL 3PM
โช๏ธSellers from: 11am
โช๏ธCars: ยฃ9
โช๏ธVans: ยฃ12
โช๏ธLarge Vans: ยฃ15
โช๏ธTrailers: ยฃ3
โน๏ธ SELLERS IMPORTANT INFORMATION
โ No trading until 12pm
โ No ยฃ20 notes on the gate
โ Take rubbish home
โ No queue jump disabled or not
๐ถ DOGS
No Dogs allowed
โ Great day
โ Great footfall
โ Some great bargains
โ Great range of food available
โ ๏ธ Toilets
๐ง WEATHER INFORMATION
Weather dependent, please keep an eye out for Facebook page updates via the link.
https://www.facebook.com/share/1ADLtETHaJ/
โ๏ธ Phone: +44 7487 293072
๐ BUYERS
โช๏ธFrom: 12pm
โช๏ธEntry: ยฃ1
โช๏ธCorrect change please
โช๏ธNo credit cards , no western union ,
no crypto or Bitcoin .
๐ SELLERS MUST STAY UNTILL 3PM
โช๏ธSellers from: 11am
โช๏ธCars: ยฃ9
โช๏ธVans: ยฃ12
โช๏ธLarge Vans: ยฃ15
โช๏ธTrailers: ยฃ3
โน๏ธ SELLERS IMPORTANT INFORMATION
โ No trading until 12pm
โ No ยฃ20 notes on the gate
โ Take rubbish home
โ No queue jump disabled or not
๐ถ DOGS
No Dogs allowed
โ Great day
โ Great footfall
โ Some great bargains
โ Great range of food available
โ ๏ธ Toilets
๐ง WEATHER INFORMATION
Weather dependent, please keep an eye out for Facebook page updates via the link.
https://www.facebook.com/share/1ADLtETHaJ/
โ๏ธ Phone: +44 7487 293072
๐ฅ New Brickz Museum in Milton Keynes 2025
Sunday 11 May 2025
๐งฑ Whether you're a lifelong fan, looking for a fun day out or beginning your LEGOยฎ adventure, this museum is a celebration of the colorful blocks that have brought joy to millions of people around the world opening from 5th April 2025 - 29th June 2025.
Our community of builders has worked hard to create some amazing and totally unique LEGOยฎ displays for you to enjoy. Our large builds go beyond just sizeโthey take you on an unforgettable journey through epic themes, from daring pirates and mysterious underwater creatures to the vast galaxy of Star Wars and so much more.
๐ 2025 OPENING DATES
โช๏ธEaster Half Term: 5th April - 20th April
โช๏ธEvery Friday, Saturday & Sunday in April, May & June.
โช๏ธMay Half Term: 26th - 30th May
โช๏ธLast day open: Sunday 26th June
๐ OPENING TIME SESSION SLOTS
Depending on days different slots are available between 10.30am - 5.00pm. You can book on Eventbrite via the event link.
๐ TICKETS COST:
โช๏ธAdult (16+) : ยฃ15.00
โช๏ธChild (5 - 15): ยฃ9.50
โช๏ธUnder 5: Free
โช๏ธFamily (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): ยฃ10.00 per person
โช๏ธ Carers: Free
(For those with proof of disability we will offer a free carers ticket with a full paying admissions ticket)
๐ค COMBO TICKETS
Combined entry to Brickz, Pixel Bunker & National Film & Sci-Fi Museum for the day.
โช๏ธAdult: ยฃ32.00
โช๏ธChild: ยฃ23.00
โช๏ธFamily (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): ยฃ24.50 per person
Our community of builders has worked hard to create some amazing and totally unique LEGOยฎ displays for you to enjoy. Our large builds go beyond just sizeโthey take you on an unforgettable journey through epic themes, from daring pirates and mysterious underwater creatures to the vast galaxy of Star Wars and so much more.
๐ 2025 OPENING DATES
โช๏ธEaster Half Term: 5th April - 20th April
โช๏ธEvery Friday, Saturday & Sunday in April, May & June.
โช๏ธMay Half Term: 26th - 30th May
โช๏ธLast day open: Sunday 26th June
๐ OPENING TIME SESSION SLOTS
Depending on days different slots are available between 10.30am - 5.00pm. You can book on Eventbrite via the event link.
๐ TICKETS COST:
โช๏ธAdult (16+) : ยฃ15.00
โช๏ธChild (5 - 15): ยฃ9.50
โช๏ธUnder 5: Free
โช๏ธFamily (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): ยฃ10.00 per person
โช๏ธ Carers: Free
(For those with proof of disability we will offer a free carers ticket with a full paying admissions ticket)
๐ค COMBO TICKETS
Combined entry to Brickz, Pixel Bunker & National Film & Sci-Fi Museum for the day.
โช๏ธAdult: ยฃ32.00
โช๏ธChild: ยฃ23.00
โช๏ธFamily (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): ยฃ24.50 per person
๐คธโโ๏ธ Soft Play at John Buyan Sports & Fitness in Bedford
Sunday 11 May 2025
Price: ยฃ6.20
๐คธโโ๏ธ SOFT PLAY
A Play Park session for children at John Bunyan Sports and Fitness Centre in Bedford. Designed with colourful structures and padded obstacles, our soft play structure is the perfect backdrop for endless giggles and joyful discoveries.
๐ TIMES TO CHOOSE BETWEEN:
9AM - 6.30PM (90 MINUTE SESSIONS)
RULES
๐ธ๏ธSupervision ratios apply for children up to 12 years.
๐ธ๏ธNo outside food and drink is permitted.
๐ธ๏ธAll junior tickets include 1 adult, all additional adults need to purchase a ticket.
๐ธ๏ธSocks must be worn at all times.
โน๏ธ YOU WILL HAVE TO REGISTER IF YOU HAVENT ALREADY TO BOOK (You can register and book via the event link)
๐ TICKET PRICE
โช๏ธChild over 1 (including 1 adult): ยฃ6.20
โช๏ธUnder 1: Free
โช๏ธAdditional Adult: Free
A Play Park session for children at John Bunyan Sports and Fitness Centre in Bedford. Designed with colourful structures and padded obstacles, our soft play structure is the perfect backdrop for endless giggles and joyful discoveries.
๐ TIMES TO CHOOSE BETWEEN:
9AM - 6.30PM (90 MINUTE SESSIONS)
RULES
๐ธ๏ธSupervision ratios apply for children up to 12 years.
๐ธ๏ธNo outside food and drink is permitted.
๐ธ๏ธAll junior tickets include 1 adult, all additional adults need to purchase a ticket.
๐ธ๏ธSocks must be worn at all times.
โน๏ธ YOU WILL HAVE TO REGISTER IF YOU HAVENT ALREADY TO BOOK (You can register and book via the event link)
๐ TICKET PRICE
โช๏ธChild over 1 (including 1 adult): ยฃ6.20
โช๏ธUnder 1: Free
โช๏ธAdditional Adult: Free
๐ฃโโ๏ธ Pedalo hire in Luton 2025
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 18:00
๐ฃโโ๏ธ Wardown Leisure Boating provides a great day out for the whole family in Luton. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the lake, with the overhanging willow trees, the island for waterfowl, and the beautifully restored suspension pedestrian bridge, among the many wonderful things to see.
๐ง WEATHER PERMITTING
๐LOCATION
We are located in Wardown Park at the boat house opposite the cafe and the children's play area on Wardown Lake.
๐ OPENING TIMES
Opening hours are from 11am to 6pm every weekend and school holiday, weather permitting!
๐ COST
โช๏ธยฃ4 - for each adult
โช๏ธยฃ2 - for a child under 16
โช๏ธยฃ10 - Family of four (2 adults & 2 children)
(Children under the age of 12 months are not permitted)
๐ง WEATHER PERMITTING
๐LOCATION
We are located in Wardown Park at the boat house opposite the cafe and the children's play area on Wardown Lake.
๐ OPENING TIMES
Opening hours are from 11am to 6pm every weekend and school holiday, weather permitting!
๐ COST
โช๏ธยฃ4 - for each adult
โช๏ธยฃ2 - for a child under 16
โช๏ธยฃ10 - Family of four (2 adults & 2 children)
(Children under the age of 12 months are not permitted)
The above prices are for a 30 minute boat hire. You are welcome to hire for longer if you prefer. Our pedalo hire is the perfect option for a family looking for things to do in Luton.
๐ถ DOGS
Dogs are not permitted
CARERS
If you are caring for someone with a disability, we offer a discount. Contact us directly for details.
๐ BOOKING
Book your pedalo hire here by calling:
โ๏ธ Phone: 07432 204922,
๐ง Email: wardownleisureboating@gmail.com
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
There is ample free parking at Wardown Park, making it one of the most cost-effective.
๐ WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
Wardown Park Museum if FREE to visit and is located near to the carpark.
Opening times:
โช๏ธSunday - Thursday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
https://www.culturetrust.com/venues/wardown-house-museum-gallery
๐ถ DOGS
Dogs are not permitted
CARERS
If you are caring for someone with a disability, we offer a discount. Contact us directly for details.
๐ BOOKING
Book your pedalo hire here by calling:
โ๏ธ Phone: 07432 204922,
๐ง Email: wardownleisureboating@gmail.com
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
There is ample free parking at Wardown Park, making it one of the most cost-effective.
๐ WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
Wardown Park Museum if FREE to visit and is located near to the carpark.
Opening times:
โช๏ธSunday - Thursday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
https://www.culturetrust.com/venues/wardown-house-museum-gallery
โณ๏ธโฝ๏ธ Disc & Football Golf at Box End Water Park in Kempston
Sunday 11 May 2025
Price: ยฃ6.00
โฝ๏ธ Looking for a fun outdoors activity? Discover Box End Park's newest attraction - Disc & Football Golf! It's the perfect way to spend quality time with your friends & family and enjoy the great outdoors - or simply come down to practice your skills & beat your course best! Open from March to December - it's fantastic FUN for all ages!
Enjoy our beautiful lakeside setting as you work your way around our Disc & Football Golf course! You will need to throw your disc into the basket or football into the hole - the exact same as you would do on a golf course! Your round should take around 1 hour to complete. The one who takes the least goes is the winner!
๐ Watch how to play on this YouTube link.
https://youtu.be/Y-a7gzV5140?si=M1_tPN95E9pz935Z
โณ๏ธ BEGINNER OR PRO?
Choose between our 9 Hole Beginner course or take on our 9 Hole Pro route! Feeling up to the challenge - why not combine both?
โฝ๏ธ DISC & FOOTBALLS
Got your own disc or football? Bring them along with you or you can choose to rent one of ours for ยฃ2.50pp.
โณ๏ธHOW MANY TIME SLOTS DO I NEED?
Each time-slot takes up to 4ppl max. teeing off every 10 minutes - so if you have a group of 8ppl you'll need to book 2 consecutive slots!
๐ ARRIVE 15 MINUTES PRIOR
Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before your booked session start time & collect your wristband from our Activities Reception before heading over to our Disc Golf course.
๐ BOOKING A TIME SLOT -ยฃ6pp
You can book a time slot via the event link.
Opening hours and times may vary throughout the year so please make sure to check our daily opening times before booking.
๐บ DOWNLOAD THE APP FOR THE MAP
We'd recommend downloading the UDISC app to your phone - search for Box End Park and you'll have our course map and scorecards ready for your game!
Enjoy our beautiful lakeside setting as you work your way around our Disc & Football Golf course! You will need to throw your disc into the basket or football into the hole - the exact same as you would do on a golf course! Your round should take around 1 hour to complete. The one who takes the least goes is the winner!
๐ Watch how to play on this YouTube link.
https://youtu.be/Y-a7gzV5140?si=M1_tPN95E9pz935Z
โณ๏ธ BEGINNER OR PRO?
Choose between our 9 Hole Beginner course or take on our 9 Hole Pro route! Feeling up to the challenge - why not combine both?
โฝ๏ธ DISC & FOOTBALLS
Got your own disc or football? Bring them along with you or you can choose to rent one of ours for ยฃ2.50pp.
โณ๏ธHOW MANY TIME SLOTS DO I NEED?
Each time-slot takes up to 4ppl max. teeing off every 10 minutes - so if you have a group of 8ppl you'll need to book 2 consecutive slots!
๐ ARRIVE 15 MINUTES PRIOR
Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before your booked session start time & collect your wristband from our Activities Reception before heading over to our Disc Golf course.
๐ BOOKING A TIME SLOT -ยฃ6pp
You can book a time slot via the event link.
Opening hours and times may vary throughout the year so please make sure to check our daily opening times before booking.
๐บ DOWNLOAD THE APP FOR THE MAP
We'd recommend downloading the UDISC app to your phone - search for Box End Park and you'll have our course map and scorecards ready for your game!
๐ฆ Family Fun Swim at Oasis Beach Pool in Bedford
Sunday 11 May 2025
๐ฆ Different 90 minutes bookable slots for Family Fun Swim sessions via the event link, which include flumes and waves* at The Oasis in Bedford.
๐ TIMES:
Various booking times available throughout the day. You can book via the event link
๐ PRICE - Pre-booking via the event link
โช๏ธAdult: ยฃ9.10
๐ TIMES:
Various booking times available throughout the day. You can book via the event link
๐ PRICE - Pre-booking via the event link
โช๏ธAdult: ยฃ9.10
โช๏ธJunior: ยฃ7.85
โช๏ธ1 Adult and 1 Under 3: ยฃ9.10
โช๏ธ1 Adult and 2 Under 3's: ยฃ9.10
โน๏ธ ENQUIRES
โ๏ธ 01234 272100
โน๏ธ ENQUIRES
โ๏ธ 01234 272100
๐ฎ Psychic Supper at Unity Hall, Barton-Le-Clay
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 18:00 - 22:00 Price: ยฃ35.00
๐ฎ As they have proved popular we now have a second date of the 11th May for the psychic suppers at Unity Hall in Barton-le-Clay.
๐ WHAT FOOD?
The meal for this one, is quiche and salad with a different option for dietary requirements if needed. This will be followed by a choice of dessert. Tea, coffee and water are included.
NOTE: Soft drinks and speciality coffee can be purchased seperately.
โจ๏ธ WHAT TO EXPECT
โช๏ธOur psychic suppers are open from 6PM
โช๏ธFood served at 7PM
โช๏ธClosing at 10PM
We have factored in an hour before and after the food and readings for you all to chat with each other and connect. During the meal one of our mediums below will provide each person at their table a 20 minute reading:
๐ WHAT FOOD?
The meal for this one, is quiche and salad with a different option for dietary requirements if needed. This will be followed by a choice of dessert. Tea, coffee and water are included.
NOTE: Soft drinks and speciality coffee can be purchased seperately.
โจ๏ธ WHAT TO EXPECT
โช๏ธOur psychic suppers are open from 6PM
โช๏ธFood served at 7PM
โช๏ธClosing at 10PM
We have factored in an hour before and after the food and readings for you all to chat with each other and connect. During the meal one of our mediums below will provide each person at their table a 20 minute reading:
โช๏ธTom Davison
โช๏ธCharlotte Robinson
โช๏ธWendy Jane
โช๏ธShelane Boon
โช๏ธSusan Smith
๐ TICKETS COST: ยฃ35pp
Includes a meal and 20 minute reading.
You can book tickets via the event link.
๐๐ Classic Cars & Bikes at Emma's Cafe in Woburn
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 10:00 - 14:00
๐ Classic car and bike day at Pure Triamph in Woburn!
โจ๏ธEveryone is welcome!
โจ๏ธBring your cars and bikes for the day!
๐ FOOD & DRINK
Enjoy some food and homemade treats at Emmas Cafe! Its always a great day!
โจ๏ธEveryone is welcome!
โจ๏ธBring your cars and bikes for the day!
๐ FOOD & DRINK
Enjoy some food and homemade treats at Emmas Cafe! Its always a great day!
๐ Free Panacea Museum in Bedford 2025
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00 Price: ยฃ0.00
๐กA FREE MUSEUM IN BEDFORD- The Panacea, a beautiful Victorian House.
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
โญOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
๐ SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called โThe Community of the Holy Ghostโ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop โ the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenโ whose followers called her โOctaviaโ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form โthe campusโ โ a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age โ a period of peace and happiness called โthe Millenniumโ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s โ a tradition they called โthe Visitationโ.
๐ง FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
โ FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
๐ผ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
โฟ๐ ฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Tel: 01234 353178
๐ง museum@panaceatrust.org
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
โญOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
๐ SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called โThe Community of the Holy Ghostโ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop โ the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenโ whose followers called her โOctaviaโ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form โthe campusโ โ a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age โ a period of peace and happiness called โthe Millenniumโ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s โ a tradition they called โthe Visitationโ.
๐ง FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
โ FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
๐ผ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
โฟ๐ ฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Tel: 01234 353178
๐ง museum@panaceatrust.org
