⚽️ Football is back in Dunstable with a brand new Thursday night 6-a-side league at Houstone School, run by Leisure Leagues — the world’s largest provider of small-sided football.

This is a fun, friendly, and competitive league for adults of all abilities. Whether you have a full squad ready to go or you’re an individual looking to join a team, we’ll get you playing straight away.

🗓 WHEN?
Every Thursday evening: 7pm - 9pm

📍WHERE?
Houstone School, Dunstable, LU5 5PX
(3G pitches)

👨‍🦰 WHO CAN JOIN?
Players aged 16+ (teams or individuals welcome)

Extras: FA-qualified referees, weekly fixtures, league tables, and Veo camera match recordings uploaded online

Get active, meet new people, and enjoy the buzz of small-sided football in a great atmosphere.

📲 HOW TO JOIN
Sign up now HERE
Spaces are limited — secure your place today!

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Louis@leisureleagues.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 07449773861 (Louis)

✨️ Join us for a magical three evening event at the Twilight Christmas Market,  Middle Row in Dunstable.

🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Thursday 11 December: 4 pm - 9 pm
▪️Friday 12 Decemeber: 3 pm - 8 pm
▪️Saturday 13 December: 3 pm - 8 pm 

🧑‍🎄 EVENT DETAILS
These special festive events are filled with Christmas cheer, delicious food, and family fun.

🎅 FREE FOR KIDS..
The market will feature a free Santa’s Grotto, where children can meet Santa and make special memories. There will also be free face painting and a free children’s ride, making it the perfect evening for families to enjoy. As the sun sets, the Christmas lights will bring Middle Row to life, creating a truly magical atmosphere.

🛍 STALLS, FOOD & DRINK
Visitors can browse a wonderful variety of Christmas stalls offering gifts, crafts, and festive treats while enjoying a range of hot drinks and delicious food to keep you warm throughout the evening.

🎶 ENTERTAINMENT
The event will also feature free family entertainment, including performances on our community stage from talented local bands and community groups.

🎶 Twilight Stage - Thursday 11 December
▪️5 pm to 5.45pm Hope Church
▪️6 pm to 6.45 pm The Salvation Army
▪️7 pm to 7.45 pm Forevercol
▪️8 pm to 8.45 pm Caroline Greene

🎶 Twilight Stage - Friday 12 December
▪️3.30 pm to 4.15 pm Astrolite
▪️4.30 pm to 5.15 pm After Hours
▪️5.30 pm to 6.15 pm Wisteria
▪️6.30 pm to 7.15 pm Forevercol
▪️7.30 pm to 8 pm Fizzy Lizzy

🎶 Twilight Stage - Saturday 13 December
▪️3.30 pm to 4.15 pm Rock Choir
▪️4.30 pm to 5.15 pm Agnieszka Murchie
▪️5.30 pm to 6.15 pm Square Singers
▪️6.30 pm to 7.15 pm Forevercol
▪️7.30 pm to 8 pm Fizzy Lizzy

✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated returns for 2025, ready to light up Hertfordshire with over 20 sparkling light displays - including brand new installations - and a better than ever festive food village, offering visitors this year a truly elevated experience.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Open from 27th November 2025 through 1st January 2026
▪️First entry from 4pm, last entry from 7:30pm

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Magic illuminates every step along the 1.7km trail that weaves through the estate’s historic Grade II* listed gardens, where more than 20 dazzling installations will mesmerise each and every visitor. With more magical moments and festive photo opps than ever before, including never-before-seen displays, Ashridge House Illuminations is not to be missed!

🎡 NEW FOR 2025 / FROM £6.00
▪️Observation wheel
Set within the heart of our dazzling light trail, the 115ft Observation Wheel offers breathtaking views of Illuminated from above. Perfect for all ages to soak in the wonder of Christmas high above the crowd where magic illuminates every step. Simply add as an 'extra' at checkout!

🐶 DOG INFORMATION
▪️Wednesday & Thursday
Due to last year’s popularity of dog-friendly sessions, dogs will be once again welcome to join their humans on the trail every Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Pups and humans alike will have the opportunity to visit the extended festive Food Village, which promises to deliver a bigger and cosier experience than last year, with even more seasonal favourites, warming drinks, and sweet treats from local traders.

🅿️ FREE PARKING & ACCESSIBILITY
Free parking right near the trail’s entrance
Wheelchair and buggy accessible*

🗺 WHERE IS ASHRIDGE HOUSE?
Ashridge House is conveniently located in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, off J20 on the M25, just a 30 min drive from Luton and 45 min drive from Heathrow. The nearest train station is Berkhamsted, which visitors can reach in only 35 mins from London Euston train station.

🎟 TICKET COST & BOOKING:
▪️From £14.40 for children
▪️From £23.50 for adults
▪️Please send your enquiries for groups larger than 15 to groups@seetickets.com.

Booking and managing tickets to Ashridge House Illuminations couldn’t be easier, thanks to a booking system that allows visitors to easily change the day of their visit in case of wet weather at absolutely no extra cost. You can book via the event link.

🗺 Join us for a beginner friendly art session: Fantasy Map Drawing and Miniatures Painting at the Sandringham Hub in Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire.

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️October 2nd, 16th, 23rd, 30th
▪️November 13th, 20th, 27th
▪️December 4th, 11th

▪️AGES: Suitable for ages 14+, Staff and Volunteers are Enhanced DBS checked. Please let us know if you require a carer or guardian with you, who will not be participating, as we will reserve them a chair free of charge.

ℹ️ ABOUT US
More Than Board Games is a new Social Enterprise, created to unite and support people using the power of board games. We are a not-for-profit Community Interest Company, money we make from ticket sales is used to fund community projects hosted by More Than Board Games.

This event is run by More Than Board Games, in partnership and shared space with Sew What Have I Found For You.

More Than Board Games Community Interest Company is a proud member of the Safe Space Alliance.

✅️ NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED
Perfect for D&D, TTRPG and Warhammer fans or those looking for an accessible way into a new hobby. Step-by-step assistance, friendly hosts, free refreshments all evening.

✅️ WHAT'S INCLUDED?
No experience or materials needed, we provide everything. (Yes, even a primed miniature figurine!). If you would like to bring your own miniatures, then you are welcome do so. We ask that you still purchase a ticket to reserve a space.

📍HOW TO FIND US
▪️Location: 48 Sandringham Dr, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 5UP
▪️By Car: The Hub is close to both Houghton Regis and Dunstable town centre. It can be reached via Junction 11 (Luton) of the M1 motorway and is within easy reach of the A5 in Dunstable.
▪️Bus Stops: Milton Way and Windsor Drive serviced by Arriva: A & Z Busses
▪️Train Stations: The nearest stations are Leagrave and Luton

🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Free, unreserved, on street parking: Sandringham Drive and Tudor Drive

♿️ ACCESS INFORMATION
Stepfree access throughout the entire building. Main entrance door: 74cm - 154cm. Meeting room door:90cm. Table height: 72cm & 78cm. Wheelchair access toilet onsite.

📧 ENQUIRIES
If you require anymore information for this event please contact our friendly team at events@morethanboardgames.co.uk

🎟 TICKET COST: £5 person - plus ticket fee. 

🎨 Messy Play at Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground, Dunstable.

🗓 2025 DAYS & TIMES
▪️Every Thursday, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
▪️Term time only

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for safe, sensory-rich activities designed especially for children aged 0–5. Let your little ones explore, create, and play.

☕ FOOD & DRINK
Hosted by: Bennett’s Café & Community Hub Food and refreshments available to purchase on-site.

🧩 Accessibility Note: If you’d like help checking accessibility details, feel free to reach out or visit the café beforehand.
☎️ Phone: 01582 513000

🪙 COST: £2
No booking required—just drop in and join the fun!

🧡 Supported by: Dunstable Town Council & Bennett’s Café 

🎳 Strike up some midweek fun at GObowling in Dunstable.

🎉 ABOUT THE OFFER
Enjoy 3 games of bowling for only £10 from Tuesday to Thursday from midday till close – that’s less than £3.50 a game!

Whether you’re looking to practice your game or just get together with friends. Take a break from the daily grind and join us at GObowling to unwind and reconnect with friends.

ℹ️ BOOKING 

Please call to book a lane
☎️ Phone: 01582 472727

Please note: This offer is not valid during school holidays.