Monday 07 July (3)
🎼 Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

Time: 19:00
Evolving over the years to the stunning 2-piece it is today, don't miss the hootenanny when Jools & Co (including unmissable vocalist Ruby Turner) come to a stage near you!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Jools Holland is one of the UK music scene's most recognisable faces. In addition to his boogie-woogie style releases, (including the latest album Pianola Piano & Friends), he has been an impassioned supporter of emerging artists, with his BBC 2 show Later...With Jools Holland running on our screens since 1992!
🎟 TICKETS COST: £69.00
NOTE: plus an additional £3.25 booking fee
☎️ CONTACT DETAILS: 01296 745100

☕️ The Chatty Cafe - Market Cross, Dunstable

Time: 11:00 - 13:00
All are welcome to just sit and socialise! No obligation to purchase a drink 💛
ℹ️ MARKET CROSS DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 674381
🌐 Website: https://www.marketcrosspubdunstable.co.uk/





💥 Buy one get one free at Hong Buffet in Luton!

Time: 17:00 - 22:00
📆 2025 DATES BUY ONE GET ONE FREE OFFER:
▪️Monday 7th July
▪️Tuesday 8th July
▪️Wednesday 9th July
TIME: From 5pm - 10pm
😋 WHAT FOOD TO EXPECT
⭐️CHINESE APPETISER
⭐️CHINESE MENU
⭐️ITALIAN
⭐️TEPPANYAKI & SUSHI
⭐️INDIAN
⭐️THAI
⭐️GRILL
⭐️DESSERTS
⭐️INCLUDING VEGAN & VEGETARIAN OPTIONS
💳 PRICE
▪️Adults: £23.00
▪️Children (under 12 & under 1.5m: £11.50
(Buy one and get the cheapest free)
▪️PLEASE NOTE
Last entrance is 1 hour prior to closing. Dishes will be removed 30 minutes prior to closing. Time restrictions may apply our restaurant operates 1 hour 45 minutes seating time policy for reservations, non-reservations will have 1 hour 30 minutes. Please note that your reserved table will be kept for up to 15 minutes ONLY.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
There is an elevator to get to the first floor of the restaurant for wheelchair and prams.
🅿️ PARKING
Most customers use the council owned car park by the library during the day which is a 4-5 minute walk and after 6pm parking on the side roads with single yellow lines is free.
✅️ HOW TO BOOK
You can book on the website via the event link or
☎️ Phone: 01582 724000









Discover Local Venues
Tuesday 08 July (6)
🚘 Bedfordshire Classic Car Meet in Oakley– 2025

Time: 18:00
🚘 WHAT TO EXPECT
A laid-back evening filled with amazing vehicles, great food, and even better company. Open to all makes and models, it’s the perfect chance to show off your pride and joy or simply admire others'. Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, everyone’s welcome!
✅️ Large car park/field
✅️ Bar & food on-site
✅️ Friendly, family atmosphere
✅️ Variety of cars on display
✅️ Great vibes and good conversations
ℹ️ MEMBERS/NON MEMBERS
Members of Oakley Sports & Social Club are entitled to a 25% discount on all food and drink. Not yet a member? Join online at https://oakleyssc.com/membership
🚫 FOOD & DRINK INFO
Please remember that bringing your own food and drink is prohibited at the venue.
CONTACT INFO
For more information, text or call:
☎️ Phone: 07787 126230
🗓 2025 DATES (WEATHER PERMITTING):
▪️Tuesday 8th April
▪️Tuesday 13th May
▪️Tuesday 10th June
▪️Tuesday 8th July
▪️Tuesday 12th August
▪️Tuesday 16th September


🦙 Wellbeing Walk with Alpacas - Charlton, Hitchin

Time: 11:00 - 12:00
🗓 WHEN?
Slow paced sessions, every Tuesday (term-time only) 11am-12pm.
COST
▪️£20 per person.
▪️£72 for 4 sessions.
▪️£170 for 10 sessions.
▪️15% discount with proof of low income.
(£3 donated to MIND with every booking)
✅️ RESCHEDULING
Relaxed terms & conditions with regards to rescheduling ensuring head space not head aches.
ℹ️ BLOCK BOOKING INFORMATION
You can purchase blocks of 4 or 10 and visit weekly, month of even once per season. Flexibility means its all completely as you want, helping you get the most from your sessions.
📍MEETING POINT
The Windmill. Charlton
HOW TO BOOK
Contact Eliza Rose
📧 Email: cornhill.leisure@gmail.com
☎️ Phone: 07528 610 349


Classic Car Meet at Oakley Sports and Social Club July 2025

Time: 17:00
🚘 WHAT TO EXPECT
A laid-back evening filled with amazing vehicles, great food, and even better company. Open to all makes and models, it’s the perfect chance to show off your pride and joy or simply admire others'. Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, everyone’s welcome!
✅️ Large car park/field
✅️ Bar & food on-site (Burgers, Chilli, Curry & Hot Dogs)
✅️ Friendly, family atmosphere
✅️ Variety of cars on display
✅️ Great vibes and good conversations
ℹ️ MEMBERS/NON MEMBERS
Members of Oakley Sports & Social Club are entitled to a 25% discount on all food and drink. Not yet a member? Join online at https://oakleyssc.com/membership
🚫 FOOD & DRINK INFO
Please remember that bringing your own food and drink is prohibited at the venue.
CONTACT INFO
For more information, text or call:
☎️ Phone: 07787 126230
🗓 2025 DATES (WEATHER PERMITTING):
▪️Tuesday 8th July
▪️Tuesday 12th August
▪️Tuesday 16th September

☕️ The Chatty Cafe - Market Cross, Dunstable

Time: 11:00 - 13:00
All are welcome to just sit and socialise! No obligation to purchase a drink 💛
ℹ️ MARKET CROSS DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 674381
🌐 Website: https://www.marketcrosspubdunstable.co.uk/





🤩 Travelling Through Greensands - Free Exhibition! (Sandy)

Time: 09:00 - 13:30
ℹ️ ABOUT
Since Summer 2024, Full House Theatre have been working alongside children and young people on a project focussed on the stories and identities of families living on Traveller sites in Greensand Country. They have been regularly visiting three sites collaborating with the community on a range of creative activities that explore culture, place and heritage. This June 2025 as part of Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History month, they are visiting local schools and taking their creativity on tour, with a co-curated exhibition in local libraries.
🗓 2025 TOUR DATES & VENUES
🔸️18th June – 24th June: Leighton Buzzard Library (24th June viewing till around 12pm)
🔸️24th June – 1st July: Biggleswade Library
🔸️1st July – 8th July: Sandy Library
(8th July viewing till around 1:30pm)
🕘 LIBRARY OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 9am - 6pm
▪️Saturday: 9am - 4pm
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
The free exhibition will be accessible to the public to view during library opening hours.
🖼 LOCAL ARTISTS INFO
Full House have had a wonderful time producing and leading the project and have been fortunate to collaborate with some amazing local artists:
▪️Photography: Shaun Armstrong
▪️Exhibition Co-Creation lead and Artist: Ross Bolwell-Williams
▪️Artist: Stephanie Papapavlou
👀 VIEW 'SPIRIT TO PLAY'
You can view Shaun Armstrong’s 'Spirit to Play' gallery here:
https://www.shaunarmstrong.com/.../spirit-to-play-the...
This project is funded by Historic England as part of their Everyday Heritage programme.

💥 Buy one get one free at Hong Buffet in Luton!

Time: 17:00 - 22:00
📆 2025 DATES BUY ONE GET ONE FREE OFFER:
▪️Monday 7th July
▪️Tuesday 8th July
▪️Wednesday 9th July
TIME: From 5pm - 10pm
😋 WHAT FOOD TO EXPECT
⭐️CHINESE APPETISER
⭐️CHINESE MENU
⭐️ITALIAN
⭐️TEPPANYAKI & SUSHI
⭐️INDIAN
⭐️THAI
⭐️GRILL
⭐️DESSERTS
⭐️INCLUDING VEGAN & VEGETARIAN OPTIONS
💳 PRICE
▪️Adults: £23.00
▪️Children (under 12 & under 1.5m: £11.50
(Buy one and get the cheapest free)
▪️PLEASE NOTE
Last entrance is 1 hour prior to closing. Dishes will be removed 30 minutes prior to closing. Time restrictions may apply our restaurant operates 1 hour 45 minutes seating time policy for reservations, non-reservations will have 1 hour 30 minutes. Please note that your reserved table will be kept for up to 15 minutes ONLY.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
There is an elevator to get to the first floor of the restaurant for wheelchair and prams.
🅿️ PARKING
Most customers use the council owned car park by the library during the day which is a 4-5 minute walk and after 6pm parking on the side roads with single yellow lines is free.
✅️ HOW TO BOOK
You can book on the website via the event link or
☎️ Phone: 01582 724000









Discover Local Venues
Wednesday 09 July (5)
🌺 The Walled Garden - Luton Hoo Estate

Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays.
Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE

🛥 Boat Tour and Tour of Houghton Mill 2025 - St Ives, Huntingdon

Time: 11:00 - 16:30
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
Houghton Mill and the National Trust are pleased to be working in conjunction with St Ives Riverboat Company to offer this exclusive trip.
▪️Leaving The Quay at St Ives at 11am and arriving at Houghton Mill at 12.25pm in time for a mill tour.
▪️You will have 3 hours at the mill. There will be a guided tour of Houghton Mill and time to visit the Tea Room or have a look around the delightful village of Houghton.
▪️The return trip departs Houghton lock at 3.30pm to arrive back in St Ives for 5pm.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
Price to include the return boat trip and tour of the Mill.
▪️Adult-non National Trust member: £25.00
▪️Adult-National Trust member: £20.00
▪️Child-non National Trust member: £20.00
CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@electricriverboat.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 07906 257308




🤑 54% - 60% off a Comedy Show on a boat in London with optional pizza buffet and drinks!

Time: 19:30 - 22:30
(Must be booked in advance).
GET THIS DEAL HERE
🃏 For Two: Comedy Show Pass Only
🍕 For Two: Comedy Show + Pizza Buffet + Select House Wine, Gin and Tonic, or Beer
😂 For Four: Comedy Show Pass
🍽️ For Four: Comedy Show + Pizza Buffet + Select House Wine, Gin and Tonic, or Beer
🗓 WHEN?
▪️Wednesday's, June - August 2025:
7:30pm - 10:30pm
▪️Sunday 8th June 2025: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
(Subject to availability)
🗺 WHERE?
Battersea Barge in London, opposite the Black Cat Coffee Company.
✅️ HOW DOES IT WORK
▪️Buy the voucher
▪️Choose a date available and book here.
▪️The voucher is valid untill 30/11/2025
▪️But dates are currently coming up untill August 2025.
▪️All the terms and conditions can be found on Groupon website via the 'Get This Deal' link.
🤑 GET THIS DEAL HERE

💥 Buy one get one free at Hong Buffet in Luton!

Time: 17:00 - 22:00
📆 2025 DATES BUY ONE GET ONE FREE OFFER:
▪️Monday 7th July
▪️Tuesday 8th July
▪️Wednesday 9th July
TIME: From 5pm - 10pm
😋 WHAT FOOD TO EXPECT
⭐️CHINESE APPETISER
⭐️CHINESE MENU
⭐️ITALIAN
⭐️TEPPANYAKI & SUSHI
⭐️INDIAN
⭐️THAI
⭐️GRILL
⭐️DESSERTS
⭐️INCLUDING VEGAN & VEGETARIAN OPTIONS
💳 PRICE
▪️Adults: £23.00
▪️Children (under 12 & under 1.5m: £11.50
(Buy one and get the cheapest free)
▪️PLEASE NOTE
Last entrance is 1 hour prior to closing. Dishes will be removed 30 minutes prior to closing. Time restrictions may apply our restaurant operates 1 hour 45 minutes seating time policy for reservations, non-reservations will have 1 hour 30 minutes. Please note that your reserved table will be kept for up to 15 minutes ONLY.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
There is an elevator to get to the first floor of the restaurant for wheelchair and prams.
🅿️ PARKING
Most customers use the council owned car park by the library during the day which is a 4-5 minute walk and after 6pm parking on the side roads with single yellow lines is free.
✅️ HOW TO BOOK
You can book on the website via the event link or
☎️ Phone: 01582 724000









🏍 Bike Night - The Village Swan, Ivinghoe Aston

Time: 18:00 - 21:00
🍔 FOOD AVAILABLE
There is food available at the Village Swan, reasonably priced and absolutely scrummy.
PLEASE NOTE:
A polite notice: Please ride carefully & respectively through the village.
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Wednesday 9th July
▪️Wednesday 13th August
▪️Wednesday 10th September
▪️Wednesday 8th October
ℹ️ VILLAGE SWAN CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 01525 213868



Discover Local Venues
Thursday 10 July (4)
🎤 The Human League at Bedford Park

Time: 17:00
Formed in 1978, The Human League – led by Philip Oakey, Joanne Catherall and Susan Ann Sulley – have shaped the sound of electronic pop for more than four decades.
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Their influence on both music and culture remains undeniable, with timeless anthems like Don't You Want Me, (Keep Feeling) Fascination, Love Action (I Believe in Love) and Mirror Man continuing to resonate with fans worldwide.
🎟 TICKETS PRICES:
▪️General Admission Ticket: £55.45
▪️The Retreat Ticket: £89.05
▪️VIP Terrace Ticket: £174.35
The Retreat Ticket Includes:
🔸️Fast-track entry via a dedicated entrance with direct access to
🔸️The Retreat and concert arena
🔸️Access to exclusive bar and high-quality food traders
🔸️Premium flushable toilets
🔸️Picnic-style bench seating
🔸️Souvenir wristband
🔸️Separate fast-track entrance to the arena
🔸️Access to The Terrace private bar and raised viewing platform with premium stage views
🔸️Entry to The Retreat zone
🔸️Welcome drink (wine, beer, or soft drink)
🔸️Delicious bowl food included
🔸️Premium toilet facilities
🔸️Souvenir event lanyard and wristband
ℹ️ CHILDREN TICKET INFORMATION
Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 and over who has their own ticket. Children aged 2 and under can attend for free and don't require a ticket. All other children must have a full price ticket to enter the festival.

🌳🧒 Parent & Toddler Woodland Sensory Sessions 2025 - Soulbury, Leighton Buzzard

Time: 10:30 - 12:00
▪️AGE: Wolflings Woodland Sensory is for Preschool Children ranging from 2-5 years of age.
🗓 WHEN?
▪️Thursdays (term time)
▪️10.30am - 12 noon
🐦 WHAT TO EXPECT
Set in the heart of a magical woodland children will be immersed in activities like scavenging, messy mud play, creative art using a multitude of natural tools, fire building, cooking, all while being captivated by the sounds of birds and the steady waters flowing from the nearby streams.
🌱 Wonder and curiosity will guide and connect your child with nature through touch, sight, sound, smell, and even taste (perhaps sampling wild berries or herbs under supervision).
The setting provides a calm, nurturing ambiance, with dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy overhead, inviting the children to embrace a holistic approach to learning that stimulates their senses, fosters connection to the natural world, and nurtures their holistic development.
📍LOCATION: Soulbury, Leighton Buzzard
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Thursday 13th March
▪️Thursday 20th March
▪️Thursday 3rd April
▪️Thursday 1st May
▪️Thursday 15th May
▪️Thursday 5th June
▪️Thursday 12th June
▪️Thursday 19th June
▪️Thursday 3rd July
▪️Thursday 10th July
🎟 PAY AS YOU GO TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK:
▪️1 Adult 1 Child: £9.50
▪️1 Adult 2 children: £15.00
☎️ Phone: 07377423546



🌸 Refreshments in the Courtyard at Cowper & Newton Museum, Olney

Time: 10:30 - 12:00
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️1st May
▪️15th May ▪️ 24th July
▪️29th May ▪️ 7th August
▪️12th June ▪️21st August
▪️26th June ▪️4th September
▪️10th July ▪️18th September
🍰 FOOD & DRINK
Delicious homemade cakes, a choice of tea, coffee, specialty tea or juice and a relaxing stroll around our beautiful 18th century, tranquil gardens – ALL FOR ONLY £6.00. Great value!
🌷FREE ENTRY to the gardens: While away your time in the peace and tranquility. A perfect place to meet up with your friends and family – there’s something for everyone!
🎫 COLLECT YOUR TICKET
No need to book in advance – just purchase your refreshments ticket in our Shop.
☎️ CONTACT DETAILS: 01234 711516
🏛 EXTEND YOUR VISIT TO THE MUSEUM
If you would like to make the most of your time here to see inside the Museum too, please purchase your admission pass in our Shop for only £10. Our super volunteers are ready to welcome you. (Did you know that your admission pass is also an ‘annual pass’ which means you come back to see the museum and gardens anytime during normal opening hours throughout the year using your pass).
🛍 MARKET DAY
Every Thursday is also ‘Market Day’ in Olney.







🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2025

Time: 08:00 - 13:00
🗓 OPENING TIMES
We are OPEN every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our FB page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Gates open: 8am
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
🎫 Cars £8
🎫 Small Vans £10
🎫 Large Vans £12
🎫 Extra Large Vans £14
🎫 Small Trailer £2
🎫 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.



Discover Local Venues
Friday 11 July (12)
🎊 Cafe Mambo Ibiza 2025 - Bedford Park

Time: 17:00
🎧 LINE UP
Chart-topping DJ and producer Jax Jones and Dutch house music icon Fedde Le Grand are the first DJ's on our line up so far.
🤩 Fede Le Grande
🤩 Jax Jones
🤩 Melanie C
🌴 ABOUT:
For decades, Café Mambo Ibiza has delivered euphoric sets featuring timeless house, trance, and electronic hits, hosting superstar DJs like Pete Tong, Carl Cox, and Swedish House Mafia. In previous years, the Bedford stage has welcomed house music royalty, including Pete Tong, Mark Knight, Faithless, and Robin S, and Café Mambo Ibiza is set to continue this legacy this summer. Promising an evening under the stars, with authentic Balearic beats and true Ibizan energy.
ℹ️ AGE INFORMATION
▪️Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 and over who has their own ticket.
▪️Children aged two and under can attend for free and don’t require a ticket.
▪️All other children must have a full price ticket to enter the venue.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️General Admission Standing Ticket -
Early Bird: £47.60 pp
▪️General Admission Standing Ticket -
Wave 1: £53.20 pp
▪️VIP Terrace Ticket - Early Bird: £137.50 pp
▪️VIP Terrace Ticket - Wave 1: £162.80 pp
🥇 WHAT DOES VIP INCLUDE?
⭐️ Fast track entry into the arena.
⭐️Access to the exclusive VIP area & raised decked viewing platform for premium views of the stage.
⭐️ Club style furniture and tables set on the decked viewing platform.
⭐️ A welcome drink on arrival of wine, beer or soft drink.
⭐️ Delicious bowl food included.
⭐️ Private VIP bar.
⭐️ Souvenir VIP event lanyard.
⭐️ Premium toilet facilities.
✅️ BOOK TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK






😋AMPTHILL EAT FEAST 2025

Time: 16:00 - 21:00
😋 WHAT TO EXPECT
Ampthill Park will transform into a vibrant culinary hub, bringing together a mouthwatering array of international flavors from the best local food trucks and caterers. Whether you’re a fan of sizzling street tacos, gourmet burgers, or delectable vegan and veggie options, there’s something for everyone at this delicious celebration!
🎶 MUSIC
But it’s not just about the food—immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere filled with fantastic music and refreshing beverages. Grab a drink, enjoy the tunes, and soak in the vibrant community spirit as you connect with friends, family, and fellow food lovers.
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY FRIENDLY
Bring the little ones along, as this event is child-friendly. So why settle for a takeaway on the couch when you can indulge in a feast of flavors right in your hometown? Mark your calendars and prepare for a day of great food, great company, and unforgettable memories at the Ampthill Park EAT Feast!
🪑 WHAT TO BRING...
Please bring, fold up chairs or blankets.
🛝 PLAY PARK
You will also find a play park on the grounds, great to entertain the children!
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads welcome
📅 2025 AMPTHILL PARK DATES
▪️Friday 11th April
▪️Friday 9th May
▪️Friday 13th June
▪️Friday 11th July
▪️Friday 8th August
▪️Friday 12th September


