Wednesday 23 July (26)
π Rhythm of the Dance - Grove Theatre, Dunstable
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Time: 19:30
π Rhythm of the Dance will return to the UK in 2025, its 26th year of touring the world in over 50 countries.
π€ WHAT TO EXPECT
Featuring world class musicians who play live on stage, star vocalists singing live and world champion dancers, this mesmerising show is a completely captivating experience of pulsating rhythms with slick choreography performed at lightning speed.
Join us on this thrilling journey that is Irish in essence, through the country's ancient history to the modern, urban Ireland that we see today, bursting with talent.
π TICKETS COST:
From Β£29.50
βΏοΈ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Wheelchair users and essential companion tickets are not currently available to book online - please call a member of our box office team for assistance.
βοΈ Phone: 01582 602080
π€ WHAT TO EXPECT
Featuring world class musicians who play live on stage, star vocalists singing live and world champion dancers, this mesmerising show is a completely captivating experience of pulsating rhythms with slick choreography performed at lightning speed.
Join us on this thrilling journey that is Irish in essence, through the country's ancient history to the modern, urban Ireland that we see today, bursting with talent.
π TICKETS COST:
From Β£29.50
βΏοΈ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Wheelchair users and essential companion tickets are not currently available to book online - please call a member of our box office team for assistance.
βοΈ Phone: 01582 602080
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ππ΅π Classics on The Common 2025 - Harpenden
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Time: 11:30 - 19:30
π΅ Classics on the Common has become one the UK's biggest mid-week classic car shows. Also ranking among the top 10 UK events of the classics calendar.
βΉοΈ ABOUT
Once a year, Harpenden Common comes alive mid afternoon with 1200+ classic cars and motorcycles and other motoring paraphernalia. With some 10,000 admiring spectators turning up to enjoy the event.
Come along with us and savor the great atmosphere at this summer midweek event.
π ADMISSION - FREE
Admission is free (non display cars) but a charity donation is always welcomed in the volunteer buckets as you enter).
π DISPLAY YOUR CLASSIC
Info can be found via the event link
π FACEBOOK PAGE
βΉοΈ ABOUT
Once a year, Harpenden Common comes alive mid afternoon with 1200+ classic cars and motorcycles and other motoring paraphernalia. With some 10,000 admiring spectators turning up to enjoy the event.
Come along with us and savor the great atmosphere at this summer midweek event.
π ADMISSION - FREE
Admission is free (non display cars) but a charity donation is always welcomed in the volunteer buckets as you enter).
π DISPLAY YOUR CLASSIC
Info can be found via the event link
π FACEBOOK PAGE
Follow the Facebook page for any updates here.
βοΈπ° Pop Up Tea Room at Chalgrave Memorial Hall
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Time: 11:00 - 13:00
βοΈπ° Do come along for some great home bakes this Wednesday at Charlgrave Memorial Hall. Everyone welcome.
π WHEN
βͺοΈEvery 4th Wednesday of the month.
βͺοΈ11am - 1pm
π ΏοΈ Free parking
βΏοΈ Accessible
πΎ Toilets
π 2025 WEDNESDAY DATES
βͺοΈJanuary 22nd
βͺοΈFebruary 26th
βͺοΈMarch 26th
βͺοΈApril 23rd
βͺοΈMay 28th
βͺοΈJune 25th
βͺοΈJuly 23rd
βͺοΈSeptember 24th
βͺοΈOctober 22nd
βͺοΈNovember 26th
βͺοΈDecember 10th
π WHEN
βͺοΈEvery 4th Wednesday of the month.
βͺοΈ11am - 1pm
π ΏοΈ Free parking
βΏοΈ Accessible
πΎ Toilets
π 2025 WEDNESDAY DATES
βͺοΈJanuary 22nd
βͺοΈFebruary 26th
βͺοΈMarch 26th
βͺοΈApril 23rd
βͺοΈMay 28th
βͺοΈJune 25th
βͺοΈJuly 23rd
βͺοΈSeptember 24th
βͺοΈOctober 22nd
βͺοΈNovember 26th
βͺοΈDecember 10th
π¦ FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
π¦ Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.
π 2025 DATES
βͺοΈMonday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
βͺοΈ7 days a week
βͺοΈ10am - 6pm
π¦ 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.
βοΈIMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennettβs Splash Park and Splashside CafΓ© 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 *
π THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside CafΓ© 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.
π ΏοΈ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennettβs 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.
π 2025 DATES
βͺοΈMonday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
βͺοΈ7 days a week
βͺοΈ10am - 6pm
π¦ 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.
βοΈIMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennettβs Splash Park and Splashside CafΓ© 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 *
π THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside CafΓ© 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.
π ΏοΈ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennettβs 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.
πΊ The Walled Garden - Luton Hoo Estate
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
πΊ From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2025, we open the doors of the Walled Garden, Luton and welcome visitors to our unique Capability Brown designed walled garden and its unique service buildings.
πΉ 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 CafΓ©. The garden is best enjoyed at a snailβs pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the gardenβs rich history.
βΏοΈ 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.
πΆ DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
π ΏοΈ 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.
π« PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
βͺοΈΒ£7.50 per adult
βͺοΈΒ£2.50 per child
βͺοΈUnder 2βs and carers are FREE
πΉ 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 CafΓ©. The garden is best enjoyed at a snailβs pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the gardenβs rich history.
βΏοΈ 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.
πΆ DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
π ΏοΈ 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.
π« PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
βͺοΈΒ£7.50 per adult
βͺοΈΒ£2.50 per child
βͺοΈUnder 2βs and carers are FREE
π₯ Boat Tour and Tour of Houghton Mill 2025 - St Ives, Huntingdon
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Time: 11:00 - 16:30
π₯ Take a boat tour from St Ives Quay to Houghton Mill enjoying the peace of the River Great Ouse in an electric riverboat; followed by a Guided Tour of Houghton Mill.
βΉοΈ 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.
βͺοΈLeaving The Quay at St Ives at 11am and arriving at Houghton Mill at 12.25pm in time for a mill tour.
βͺοΈYou 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.
βͺοΈThe return trip departs Houghton lock at 3.30pm to arrive back in St Ives for 5pm.
π TICKETS COST:
Price to include the return boat trip and tour of the Mill.
βͺοΈAdult-non National Trust member: Β£25.00
βͺοΈAdult-National Trust member: Β£20.00
βͺοΈChild-non National Trust member: Β£20.00
βΉοΈ 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.
βͺοΈLeaving The Quay at St Ives at 11am and arriving at Houghton Mill at 12.25pm in time for a mill tour.
βͺοΈYou 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.
βͺοΈThe return trip departs Houghton lock at 3.30pm to arrive back in St Ives for 5pm.
π TICKETS COST:
Price to include the return boat trip and tour of the Mill.
βͺοΈAdult-non National Trust member: Β£25.00
βͺοΈAdult-National Trust member: Β£20.00
βͺοΈChild-non National Trust member: Β£20.00
βͺοΈChild-National Trust member: Β£15.00
CONTACT DETAILS
π§ Email: info@electricriverboat.co.uk
βοΈ Phone: 07906 257308
CONTACT DETAILS
π§ Email: info@electricriverboat.co.uk
βοΈ Phone: 07906 257308
π€ 54% - 60% off a Comedy Show on a boat in London with optional pizza buffet and drinks!
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Time: 19:30 - 22:30
π€£ Enjoy a night of laughter with fantastic discounts on a unusual dark comedy show on a luxury boat in london! Choose the package that best suits you. Check out the deals below.
(Must be booked in advance).
GET THIS DEAL HERE
π For Two: Comedy Show Pass Only
Β£37.28 Discounted Price: Β£14.95
π For Two: Comedy Show + Pizza Buffet + Select House Wine, Gin and Tonic, or Beer
Β£75.78 Discounted Price: Β£34.95
π For Four: Comedy Show Pass
Β£74.76 Discounted Price: Β£29.90
π½οΈ For Four: Comedy Show + Pizza Buffet + Select House Wine, Gin and Tonic, or Beer
Β£151.56 Discounted Price: Β£69.90
π WHEN?
βͺοΈWednesday's, June - August 2025:
7:30pm - 10:30pm
βͺοΈSunday 8th June 2025: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
(Subject to availability)
πΊ WHERE?
Battersea Barge in London, opposite the Black Cat Coffee Company.
β οΈ HOW DOES IT WORK
βͺοΈBuy the voucher
βͺοΈChoose a date available and book here.
βͺοΈThe voucher is valid untill 30/11/2025
βͺοΈBut dates are currently coming up untill August 2025.
βͺοΈAll the terms and conditions can be found on Groupon website via the 'Get This Deal' link.
π€ GET THIS DEAL HERE
(Must be booked in advance).
GET THIS DEAL HERE
π For Two: Comedy Show Pass Only
π For Two: Comedy Show + Pizza Buffet + Select House Wine, Gin and Tonic, or Beer
π For Four: Comedy Show Pass
π½οΈ For Four: Comedy Show + Pizza Buffet + Select House Wine, Gin and Tonic, or Beer
π WHEN?
βͺοΈWednesday's, June - August 2025:
7:30pm - 10:30pm
βͺοΈSunday 8th June 2025: 5:30pm - 8:30pm
(Subject to availability)
πΊ WHERE?
Battersea Barge in London, opposite the Black Cat Coffee Company.
β οΈ HOW DOES IT WORK
βͺοΈBuy the voucher
βͺοΈChoose a date available and book here.
βͺοΈThe voucher is valid untill 30/11/2025
βͺοΈBut dates are currently coming up untill August 2025.
βͺοΈAll the terms and conditions can be found on Groupon website via the 'Get This Deal' link.
π€ GET THIS DEAL HERE
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π€ Comedy Hypnosis Show - Quarry Theatre, Bedford
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Time: 19:30 - 21:00
π€ Prepare for an evening of amazement and laughter as one of the UKβs top hypnotists brings you an unmissable show in one incredible night at Quarry Theatre, Bedford.
βͺοΈAGE: 13+
π€© WHAT TO EXPECT
A mesmerisingly hilarious hypnosis show where volunteers from the audience have their imaginations unlocked and realities altered, all through the power of hypnosis. Buckle up tight. Prepare to be spellbound and in fits of laughter. Choose to SEE the show or BE the show!
π ΏοΈ PARKING INFORMATION
St Peterβs Street public car park is a very short walk from the theatre. Parking is free in the car park and streets after 6pm and all day on Sundays.
π TICKETS COST:
βͺοΈStandard: Β£10.00
βͺοΈConcession: Β£8.00
Concessionary tickets are available to students (NUS or similar ID required), under 18s, unemployed, disabled, senior citizens (over 60βs) and Bedford School Staff.
βͺοΈAGE: 13+
π€© WHAT TO EXPECT
A mesmerisingly hilarious hypnosis show where volunteers from the audience have their imaginations unlocked and realities altered, all through the power of hypnosis. Buckle up tight. Prepare to be spellbound and in fits of laughter. Choose to SEE the show or BE the show!
π ΏοΈ PARKING INFORMATION
St Peterβs Street public car park is a very short walk from the theatre. Parking is free in the car park and streets after 6pm and all day on Sundays.
π TICKETS COST:
βͺοΈStandard: Β£10.00
βͺοΈConcession: Β£8.00
Concessionary tickets are available to students (NUS or similar ID required), under 18s, unemployed, disabled, senior citizens (over 60βs) and Bedford School Staff.
π½ Free Open Air Cinema (Booking needed) - Houghton Hall Park
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Time: 14:00 - 18:05
π½ Two films are showing at Houghton Hall Park on Wednesday 23rd July 2025 which are free but booking in advance is needed.
π» Paddington in Peru at 2 pm :
When Paddington discovers his beloved aunt has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears, he and the Brown family head to the jungles of Peru to find her.
Join us for our Open Air Cinema, to watch Paddington In Peru, in the grounds of Houghton Hall Park. This film has a run time of 1 hour and 45 minutes. Book your tickets here.
πΆ Dog Man at 4:30 pm:
Dog Man, half dog and half man, he is sworn to protect and serve as he doggedly pursues the feline supervillain Petey the Cat.
Join us for our Open Air Cinema, to watch Dog Man, in the grounds of Houghton Hall Park. This film has a run time of 1 hour and 35 minutes. Book your tickets here.
β οΈ WHAT TO KNOW
Please bring your own camping chairs, picnic blankets, picnics and beach tents. Parking is limited, however parking is available locally - please park responsibly.
π» Paddington in Peru at 2 pm :
When Paddington discovers his beloved aunt has gone missing from the Home for Retired Bears, he and the Brown family head to the jungles of Peru to find her.
Join us for our Open Air Cinema, to watch Paddington In Peru, in the grounds of Houghton Hall Park. This film has a run time of 1 hour and 45 minutes. Book your tickets here.
πΆ Dog Man at 4:30 pm:
Dog Man, half dog and half man, he is sworn to protect and serve as he doggedly pursues the feline supervillain Petey the Cat.
Join us for our Open Air Cinema, to watch Dog Man, in the grounds of Houghton Hall Park. This film has a run time of 1 hour and 35 minutes. Book your tickets here.
β οΈ WHAT TO KNOW
Please bring your own camping chairs, picnic blankets, picnics and beach tents. Parking is limited, however parking is available locally - please park responsibly.
π Free Summer of Play: Dunstable Downs Sports Village
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
β½οΈ This year, see our Estate transform into a Sports Village with free, outdoor activities like football, cricket, hockey, tennis, table tennis, athletics, frisbee golf, mini croquet and Wednesday soft archery for you to get stuck into.
π 2025 DATES & TIMES
βͺοΈMonday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
βͺοΈ10:30am - 17:00pm
β οΈ NO BOOKING REQUIRED JUST TURN UP
Activities are self-led, just pick up the equipment from the Sports Village. Accessible drop off points and sensory sports equipment is also available. Please get in touch if you wish to find out more.
π DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
πΉ Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
βͺοΈ10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
π³ Letβs Get Going nature-based games:
βͺοΈ01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
βͺοΈ08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
βͺοΈ15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
βͺοΈ22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
βͺοΈ29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
β οΈ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested Β£2 donation.
π ΏοΈ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
πMEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
βΉοΈ CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Phone: 01582 500920
π§ Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
π 2025 DATES & TIMES
βͺοΈMonday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
βͺοΈ10:30am - 17:00pm
β οΈ NO BOOKING REQUIRED JUST TURN UP
Activities are self-led, just pick up the equipment from the Sports Village. Accessible drop off points and sensory sports equipment is also available. Please get in touch if you wish to find out more.
π DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
πΉ Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
βͺοΈ10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
π³ Letβs Get Going nature-based games:
βͺοΈ01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
βͺοΈ08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
βͺοΈ15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
βͺοΈ22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
βͺοΈ29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
β οΈ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested Β£2 donation.
π ΏοΈ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
πMEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
βΉοΈ CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Phone: 01582 500920
π§ Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
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β³οΈβ½οΈ Disc & Football Golf at Box End Water Park in Kempston
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Price: Β£6.00
β½οΈ 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!
π Watch how to play on this YouTube link.
β³οΈ 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?
β½οΈ DISC & FOOTBALLS
Got your own disc or football? Bring them along with you or you can choose to rent one of ours for Β£2.50pp.
β³οΈHOW 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!
π 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.
π BOOKING A TIME SLOT - Β£6pp
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.
πΊ 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!
π Watch how to play on this YouTube link.
β³οΈ 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?
β½οΈ DISC & FOOTBALLS
Got your own disc or football? Bring them along with you or you can choose to rent one of ours for Β£2.50pp.
β³οΈHOW 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!
π 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.
π BOOKING A TIME SLOT - Β£6pp
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.
πΊ 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!
