Thursday 03 April (13)

🐑 Toddler Time on the Farm (pre-booking required) - Wilstead


Price: £9.95

🐑 Its a great time to be on Herrings Green  Farm, especially for children, a time to meet our spring lambs and get out into the fresh air.

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️
Monday 24th March
▪️Friday 28th March
▪️Monday 31st March
▪️Thursday 3rd April

🕛 SESSION TIMES:
▪️
9:30
▪️11:00
▪️12:00

🦉 WHAT TO EXPECT
At the allotted times of 9.30, 11.00 or 12.00 one of our keepers will meet you and you will spend approximately 20 minutes meeting our beautiful spring lambs. Once the meet and greet session is over you are then welcome to spend some time on the farm where you can view our other animals, play on the ride on toys and playgrounds & visit the birds.

🧁 FOOD & DRINK
Our tea room will be open serving hot and cold drinks, cakes and sandwiches.

🎟 TICKETS COST:
Numbers are limited on each session so we advise you book early to avoid disappointment via the event link.
▪️£9.95 per child –(one adult FREE with each paying child).
▪️Additional adults are £9.00 per person.
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🌟 FREE Sensory Exhibition at The Higgins, Bedford


Time: 11:00 - 17:00

🌟 Step into a unique, interactive sensory exhibition designed to be accessible for all! Whether you’re a baby, toddler, someone with special educational needs (SEND) or sensory processing differences, or simply curious about sensory experiences, this space is all about sharing and recording history through touch, sound, light, and movement.

🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES FOR THE HIGGINS, BEDFORD
▪️
Thursday 3rd April: 11am - 5pm
▪️Friday 4th April: 11am - 5pm
▪️Saturday 5th April: 11am - 5pm

WHAT TO EXPECT
✨ Glowing lights & UV sensory exploration
🎶 Interactive sensory stations
🌿 Textures to touch, feel & discover
🖐 Hands-on experiences designed for all ages
🤟 Makaton signing & inclusive communication elements woven throughout
👋Drop in, explore, and immerse yourself—completely free!

👩‍🏫 WHO IS THIS EVENT FOR?
It’s also a great space for professionals working in early years, SEND, social care, health, education, and the arts— a chance to experience how sensory heritage can help us understand different ways of engaging with the world and explore how lived experience can be understood and recorded with people who communicate through sensory expression rather than words.

💖 Funded by Lottery Heritage and supported by Heritage Horizons at the University of Bedfordshire. Created and curated by Collar & Cuffs Co with The Chiltern School.

💖 People with Profound & Multiple Learning Disabilities (PMLD) are missing from our collective social history, this project is exploring and evaluating ways to change that.

2025 DATES & LOCATIONS
🗓️ 27th-29th March | Luton Central Library
🗓️ 3rd-5th April | The Higgins, Bedford
🗓️ 8th-11th April | Flitwick Library

💘 & Juliet Live at Milton Keynes Theatre 2025


💘 The multi award-winning & Juliet The Musical. Get whisked away on a fabulous journey as Juliet ditches her famous ending for a fresh beginning and a second chance at life and love—her way.

📅 DATES: Mon 31 Mar - Sat 12 Apr 2025
▪️
Mon - Sat: 19:30
▪️Wed and Sat: 14:30

🕐 2 hrs 30 min including 1 interval

▪️Age guidance: 8+ with some adult language. Please note that this production features flashing lights and loud noises.

💘 ABOUT:

Created by the Emmy-winning writer from “Schitt’s Creek,” this hilarious new musical flips the script on the greatest love story ever told and asks, what would happen next if Juliet didn’t end it all over Romeo?

Juliet’s new story bursts to life through a playlist of pop anthems, including Britney Spears’ Baby One More Time’, Katy Perry’s ‘Roar’, Ariana Grande’s ‘Problem’, Backstreet Boys’ ‘Everybody’ and more — all from Max Martin, pop music’s #1 hitmaker, and his collaborators. Break free of the balcony scene and get into this romantic comedy that proves there’s life after Romeo.

So, grab your dates or your mates and come and spend a great night out with & Juliet. The only thing tragic would be to miss it!

🤭 Juliet is the hilariously irreverent new musical that proves when it comes to love, there’s always life after Romeo…

🎟 TICKET PRICE: Prices range from £13 to £88 depending seating location. Tickets can be purchased via the event link.
Membership Benefits - 25% off pre-show drinks (30mins prior)

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT & BOOKING
Call our Accessibility Assistance line on 0333 009 5399* Please note you will need to register for the Access Membership Scheme to book tickets.

🦁 Universal Credit Low Cost Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!


🐵 Reduced price Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2025!
Whipsnade Zoo wants as many people as possible to be able to enjoy a brilliant day out with them, to benefit from the amazing animals which live at Whipsnade Zoo, connect with nature and help us create a world where wildlife thrives.

To help people who might find cost or other challenges a barrier to visiting Whipsnade Zoo, the Universal Credit tickets provide entry at a reduced price.

🙋‍♀️ WHO CAN GET THE REDUCED TICKETS?

Reduced price tickets to Whipsnade Zoo available for those currently receiving:
▪️Universal Credit, 
▪️Working Tax Credit, 
▪️Child Tax Credit, 
▪️Employment and Support Allowance, 
▪️Income Support 
▪️Jobseeker’s Allowance.

🌐 ONLINE BOOKING ONLY VIA THE 'EVENT LINK' BUTTON
These tickets are only available to purchase online in advance, for up to six people per household (under 3’s go free and do not need to book – but must be accompanied by an adult with a booked ticket). As only full price tickets are available to buy at the gate.

📝 WHAT WILL I NEED TO BRING WITH ME?
You'll need to bring proof of eligibility with you and show this when you present your ticket(s) to the friendly staff at the Zoo entrance. This can either be by logging into your Universal Credit portal or by bringing your proof of benefit letter (one proof per household). To be eligible you must have received a Universal Credit payment within the last month and you may also be asked to show photographic ID.

🎟 HOW MUCH ARE THE REDUCED TICKETS?
▪️ADULT (AGES 16+)
  - £7.00 / £6.00     
▪️CHILD (3-15 YEARS) -  £4.00 / £3.00
▪️UNDER 3 - Free

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💡 AN IDEA TO SAVE MONEY ON FOOD...
You can check out the toogoodtogo app to see if they have any surprise bags of food left, generally they are £3 instead of costing £9. Be quick though they can sell out quickly.
https://share.toogoodtogo.com/item/699154/

🎤 Open Mic at The Dukes in Heath and Reach


Time: 20:00 - 23:00

🎤 Come, play, sing or just enjoy FREE live music at The Dukes in Heath and Reach! Book a table or slot to guarantee a space or just turn up!

☎️ Phone: 01525 237892


🚶‍♂️Ramblers Free Well - being Walk at Dunstable Downs


Time: 13:00 - 14:30

🚶‍♂️Enjoy some fresh air, company and light exercise on these free, regular walks, designed to support health and wellbeing for all at Dunstable Downs with no booking required. Just turn up.

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Thursday 20th March
▪️Thursday 3rd April
▪️Thursday 17th April

ℹ️ABOUT:
These sessions are held in collaboration with The Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity (BRCC) and aims to give everyone the opportunity to experience the wellbeing benefit of nature.

🌳 WHAT TO EXPECT
They are experienced at a gentle pace, last 60-90 minutes and there can be plenty of pauses along the way. Please note, each session will vary, depending upon the landscape and weather on the day.

🐶 DOGS
Well behaved dogs are welcome on leads. Please check website for future dates.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
This event is unfortunately not accessible to those with limited mobility.

🅿️ PARKING
Dunstable Downs, off B4541 (pay and display); Whipsnade crossroads (Whipsnade Heath), junction of B4541 and B4540 Parking is £3.50 for the day. Free for National Trust Members and Blue Badge holders

📍MEETING POINT
Please meet at the Visitor Centre courtyard.

☎️ TO REGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE
Call 07773720098 If you'd like to register your attendance, please call Jennifer on the number.

🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2025


Time: 08:00 - 13:00

❗️Did you know we have loyalty cards for both our Buyers and Sellers. Grab yours at the gate!

🗓 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.

🎭 Stage Fright at Heathfield Community Centre in Caddington (bring your own food & drinks)


Time: 19:30

🕵‍♂️ Did a cursed ancient play kill another leading man? Or this time did it get a little help? Join the investigators and see if you can solve this murder mystery! Bring your own drinks and supper. Written and directed by CADS member Jonathan Goodson.

🗓 MULTIPLE DATES FOR 2025
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Wednesday 2nd April - 19:30
▪️Thursday 3rd April -  19:30
▪️Friday 4th April -  19:30
▪️Saturday 5th April - 19:30

🍰 FOOD & DRINK

Bring your own food and drink and get ready to start thinking like a detective! Hot drinks and cakes will be on sale.

🎟 TICKETS COST
You can purchase tickets via the event link.

▪️General: £10
▪️CADS Member:
£9

NOTE: This is a round table event, you will choose your seating/table location upon booking.

🎠 Funfair in Flitwick - April 2025


🎡Harris's Funfair is coming to the Flitwick millennium park this April 2025!

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Thursday 3rd April - Sunday 6th April
▪️Thursday 10th April - Sunday 13th April

🕔 OPENING TIMES
▪️
Weekdays: From 5pm
▪️Weekends: From 2pm

💥 HAPPY HOUR

Happy Hour is the first hour of opening each day.

🎡Bring the family for a fun afternoon/evening out!

Friday 04 April (22)

💃 The Live Dirty Dancing Experience at MK11 Live Music Venue and Sports Bar, Milton Keynes


Time: 20:00 - 23:00

🎭 Prepare to be transported back to the sizzling  summer of '63 and have the time of your life as we reimagine Dirty Dancing and other classic musical films such as Grease, Footloose & Fame. with live stage show with singing and performances that you won't want to miss. 

EVENT DETAILS
🎧 And that’s not all! Our live DJ & host will be spinning the hottest tracks from your favorite musicals, old and new.

🎶 Get ready to sing and dance the night away to tunes from Mamma Mia, Flashdance, Wicked, The Greatest Showman, Hamilton and many more! Our charismatic host will keep the energy high with unforgettable musical moments.

🔥 So, grab your best watermelon and get ready to lift your spirits with a night of unforgettable entertainment.  This isn't just a show, it's a fever!

PLEASE NOTE: This is a standing only event.

🎟 TICKET COSTS:
▪️Early Bird Admission Ticket:
£16.40 -
(SOLD OUT)
▪️General Admission: £23.40
▪️Final Release: £27
▪️ Group tickets: 5 for the price of 4 and 8 for the price of 7 are also available.

☎️ Phone: 01908 262924

😋🎶 STREET FOOD HEROS IN LEIGHTON BUZZARD 2025


- 21:00

🎶 Street Food Hero's is back for 2025 on Friday nights in Leighton Buzzard.

😋 Come for delicious food options and music, great for the whole family!

2025 DATES:
▪️
Friday 7th March
▪️Friday 4th April
▪️Friday 2nd May
▪️Friday 6th June
▪️Friday 4th July
▪️Friday 1st August
▪️Friday 5th September
▪️Friday 3rd October


⚡️THE METEORS + Dead Hombres in Hitchin (Ages 14+)


Time: 19:30

💥 Pleased to announce THE METEORS playing at Club 85 in Hitchin for the very first time on Friday 4th April 2025.

▪️AGE:
Ages 14+, under 16s to be accompanied by an adult.

⚡️WHAT TO EXPECT

Support comes from Surrey based Dead Hombres the Primal Trashy Rock’n’Roll band with howling feedback driven Gretsch Guitar, growling Rickenbacker bass swamped in Voodoo drum beats.

⚡️ABOUT
THE METEORS were formed in 1980 in a reaction to the bands that were singing about ‘Big Green Cars’, ‘Rocking This Town’ and being ‘Rockabilly Rebels’. Preferring their songs to contain topics about vampires, stomping in graveyards and radioactive kids P. Paul Fenech, Mark Robertson and Nigel Lewis soon found themselves all over the media. A media who were eagerly lapping up their new sound christened (thought that is surely not the right word) – ‘Psychobilly’.

THE METEORS were front page news in the weekly music press, recording radio sessions and interviews for legends like John Peel, and gracing the silver screen care of a movie short that did the rounds with the Two-Tone movie ‘Dance Craze’. Their film ‘Meteor Madness’, apart from hosting some crazed performances with the unhinged trio, also featured songstress Lilly Allen’s father starring as none other than the rather exasperated Devil, strange but true.

By 1982 the original line-up had split with Lewis and Robertson going on to form their own bands while P. Paul forged ahead with a free hand with THE METEORS and his idea of how psychobilly should sound. That was a sound that had grown from one of a band’s own personal identity to a world-wide genre that is Psychobilly now over 30 years established and still growing and thriving around the globe. THE METEORS have continued to inspire and influence countless bands while continuing to lead the charge from the very vanguard.
‘The Power Of 3’ is the latest studio album by the undisputed ‘Kings Of Psychobilly’. It is as uncompromising as ever and encompasses all the elements that have always made up THE METEORS brand of ‘Pure Psychobilly’, mashing up rockabilly, country, surf and rock’n’roll. A sound woven by Paul Fenech’s rockin’ guitar and bile-spitting Beelzebub-rousing lyrics. ‘The Power Of 3′ proves once again that despite some aspiring would-be usurpers THE METEORS won’t be giving up that crown anytime soon.

🎟 TICKET COSTS: £22.00 plus booking fee
▪️IN PERSON: £20 from Bar 85, H Town Wax and Rags and Davids Music Hitchin.

🤩 "Dr Strangelove"(15) NT Live at The Queen Mother Theatre, Hitchin


🤩 Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.

When a rogue U.S General triggers a nuclear attack, a surreal race takes place, seeing the Government and one eccentric scientist scramble to avert global destruction.

This explosively funny satire is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci (The Thick of It, Veep) and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley (The Upstart Crow).

Adapted by Armando Iannucci and director Sean Foley, starring Steve Coogan.

🗓 APRIL DATES
▪️Friday 4th April 2025
▪️Time: 2:00 pm
▪️Status: Book
▪️
There is also a matinee at 1.30pm, show 2pm.

▪️Friday 4th April 2025
▪️Time: 7:00 pm
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Status: SOLD OUT
▪️
Doors and bar 6.30pm, show 7pm.

🎟 TICKETS COST: £15

☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01462 455166
Sold Out

📽 Film (15): Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy at Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre


Time: 20:00 - 22:10

📽 Bridget Jones navigates life as a widow and single mom with the help of her family, friends, and former lover, Daniel. Back to work and on the apps, she's pursued by a younger man and maybe - just maybe - her son's science teacher.

DOORS OPEN:
19:15
FILM STARTS:
20:00

🗓 FILM DATES
▪️
Friday 4th April 2025
▪️Thursday 10th April 2025
▪️Wednesday 23rd April 2025
▪️Friday 25th April 2025

  🎫 TICKETS (Book via the event link)
▪️Full Price: £7.70
▪️Concessions/Under 16's : £6.45
▪️Under 16's £6.45
Children 15 years old. No one younger than 15 may see a 15 film in a cinema.
▪️Row A £5.30
Row A is nearest the screen and could cause you to look up for an extended time. The view of the screen is not obstructed in any way.

♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Call our Box Office on:
☎️ 0300 300 8125
 
Monday – Saturday 12pm – 3pm 
(excluding bank holidays)

🎸 Big Wolf Band Live at The Bear Club in Luton


Time: 19:00

🎸 Big Wolf Band, a highly acclaimed group with multiple award nominations, was formed in Birmingham in 2014 by celebrated guitarist, vocalist, and songwriter Jonathan Earp, along with bassist Mick Jeynes.

▪️Doors open: 19:00

ABOUT
The band is often described as explosive, dynamic, raw, emotional, and hardworking. Their live shows blend hard-edged blues rock with dynamic highs and lows, earning them a reputation as one of the best live bands on the scene.

CAN I BRING UNDER 18'S?
Yes, you can. Drop us an email to let us know. We love young people to have exposure to live music and we’re all about families being out in the world together. But please… ‘Know Your Kid!’ If they can’t sit through it, maybe it’s not time yet.

🎟 TICKET COSTS (including booking fees)
▪️General Admission: £16.95
▪️Members: £10.50

🚘 MKCCC (Milton Keynes Classic Car Club) Meet at Gifford Park, Milton Keynes


Time: 18:00

🚘 Formed in 1998 by a couple of local Classic Car enthusiasts looking for an informal local meet.

ℹ️ INFORMATION
A quick reminder that it is our 1st Friday meet of the year 4th April 2025 from around 6pm or earlier if you wish.

📍WHERE TO MEET
The Giffard Park Pub in Milyon Keynes
(A sizzling pub)

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT THE ORGANISER:
☎️ Phone: 07491 648240

🧒 Free Dough Club at Houghton Regis Library


Time: 10:00 - 11:00

🧒 Come and have fun with some play dough at Houghton Regis Library! Dough Club is the first Friday of the month. Just drop in!

AGES: Suitable for 2+ years.

2025 DATES:
▪️Friday 7th March 
▪️Friday 4th April
▪️Friday 2nd May
▪️Friday 6th June
▪️Friday 4th July

💦 Family Fun Swim at Oasis Beach Pool in Bedford


💦 Different 90 minutes bookable slots for Family Fun Swim sessions via the event link, which include flumes and waves* at The Oasis in Bedford.

🕚 TIMES:
Various booking times available throughout the day. You can book via the event link

🎟 PRICE - Pre-booking via the event link
▪️Adult: £9.10
▪️Junior: £7.85
▪️1 Adult and 1 Under 3: £9.10
▪️1 Adult and 2 Under 3's: £9.10

ℹ️ ENQUIRES 
☎️ 01234 272100

😋 Henlow Eat Feast 2025


Time: 16:00 - 21:00

🎊 Get ready to tantalize your taste buds at the Henlow EAT Feast, the ultimate street food extravaganza!

😋 WHAT TO EXPECT
Henlow 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 Henlow EAT Feast!

🛝 PLAY PARK
You will also find a play park on the grounds, great to entertain the children!

📅 2025 HENLOW DATES
▪️
Friday 4th April
▪️Friday 6th June
▪️Friday 1st August
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🦾 Dunstable Medieval Past Free Talk - Dunstable Downs (booking needed)


Time: 11:00 - 12:00

🦾 Step back in time with local author and historian John Buckledee as he brings Dunstable’s medieval tournaments to life in a family-friendly talk!

⚔️ Hundreds of armoured knights once clashed in spectacular mock battles right here in Dunstable, one of medieval England’s main tournament centres. These action-packed events stretched across the Downs, drawing crowds and shaping local history.

📖 WHAT TO EXPECT
This engaging session features storytelling and illustrations by Robin Davies, giving younger audiences a glimpse into the world of medieval knights.

If you feel inspired, you can take part in your own Knights' Tournament at the Downs throughout the Easter holidays!

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
This event is fully accessible with step free access, disabled toilets and accessible parking available

🅿️ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, £3.50 per car.
Free for National Trust members and Blue Badge holders.

📍WHERE TO MEET
This free hour long talk will take place inside the Gateway Centre on Dunstable Downs.

🎟 BOOK YOUR FREE TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK.

CONTACT DETAILS
Chilterns Gateway Centre
☎️ Phone: 01582 500920
📧 Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk