Sunday 27 April (19)
🛶 Boat Hire in Bedford 2025 - Longholme Lake
Sunday 27 April 2025
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🛶 We've been at it, replicating our old fleet to bring you this brand new, unique and special design of dragon style boats, iconic to Bedford boating lake.
🧒 AGE LIMITS
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16. Riders under the age of 16 must have consent given by a guardian who is with them. Said guardian will need to sign the hire agreement. Management will asses each group individually with a view on safety and suitability and have the right to decline hire based on this.
🐶 ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Yes. Please clean up any hair and other dog related 'mess' before you get back to the jetty. Be sure you keep your dog on a lead for the duration of your hire. Wildlife such as swans have priority and should not be distressed by dogs. Life jackets for dogs are not available.
4️⃣ HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN RIDE?
Up to a maximum of 4 people can ride for this price. This is for insurance reasons and stability.
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED - WEATHER PERMITTED
You cant book this service at the moment,
please come along and speak to staff to ride.
If you are not sure about the weather please call us on 01234 954913.
🎟 PRICES TO HIRE
▪️30 minute hire: £20
▪️45 minute hire: £25
▪️60 minute hire: £30
Deposit: A £10 deposit is required in addition on all tariffs. Dont be late back, damage or dirty the boat. Management reserve the right to decline boat hire without reason.
😋 WANT TO HAVE A BITE TO EAT OR HAVE A DRINK TO EXTEND THE DAY?
You can check out the new Spring/Summer 2025 here, the main menu serving times are from 9am - 3pm.
🧒 AGE LIMITS
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16. Riders under the age of 16 must have consent given by a guardian who is with them. Said guardian will need to sign the hire agreement. Management will asses each group individually with a view on safety and suitability and have the right to decline hire based on this.
🐶 ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Yes. Please clean up any hair and other dog related 'mess' before you get back to the jetty. Be sure you keep your dog on a lead for the duration of your hire. Wildlife such as swans have priority and should not be distressed by dogs. Life jackets for dogs are not available.
4️⃣ HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN RIDE?
Up to a maximum of 4 people can ride for this price. This is for insurance reasons and stability.
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED - WEATHER PERMITTED
You cant book this service at the moment,
please come along and speak to staff to ride.
If you are not sure about the weather please call us on 01234 954913.
🎟 PRICES TO HIRE
▪️30 minute hire: £20
▪️45 minute hire: £25
▪️60 minute hire: £30
Deposit: A £10 deposit is required in addition on all tariffs. Dont be late back, damage or dirty the boat. Management reserve the right to decline boat hire without reason.
😋 WANT TO HAVE A BITE TO EAT OR HAVE A DRINK TO EXTEND THE DAY?
You can check out the new Spring/Summer 2025 here, the main menu serving times are from 9am - 3pm.
✂️ Free Sunday Crafternoons at Higgins, Bedford
Sunday 27 April 2025
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
✂️ Crafternoons are a monthly creative activity sessions for families to have a go at 'making' together and enjoy the chance to get creative. All resources are provided. This will take place at The Higgins in Bedford.
🧒 AGES: Suitable for under 12s.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED: 2pm - 4pm
Please be aware that space is limited and there may be a wait to start.
🗓 2025 CRAFTERNOON DATES:
▪️Sunday 27th April
▪️Sunday 25th May
▪️Sunday 22nd June
ℹ️ ABOUT THE HIGGINS MUSEUM
At the Higgins Art Gallery and Museum in Bedford, you can expect to explore collections of fine and decorative arts, including watercolours and prints, alongside local stories and archaeological finds, with free admission and a variety of events for all ages.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk/Visit_us/Accessibility/Accessibility.aspx#:~:text=General%20Access,very%20welcome%20in%20the%20museum.
CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES:
☎️ Phone: 01234 718618
🧒 AGES: Suitable for under 12s.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED: 2pm - 4pm
Please be aware that space is limited and there may be a wait to start.
🗓 2025 CRAFTERNOON DATES:
▪️Sunday 27th April
▪️Sunday 25th May
▪️Sunday 22nd June
ℹ️ ABOUT THE HIGGINS MUSEUM
At the Higgins Art Gallery and Museum in Bedford, you can expect to explore collections of fine and decorative arts, including watercolours and prints, alongside local stories and archaeological finds, with free admission and a variety of events for all ages.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk/Visit_us/Accessibility/Accessibility.aspx#:~:text=General%20Access,very%20welcome%20in%20the%20museum.
CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES:
☎️ Phone: 01234 718618
🚘 LINSLADE CAR BOOT SALE 2025
Sunday 27 April 2025
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
🚗 Linslade car boot sale opens every Sunday.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️From: 12pm
▪️Entry: £1
▪️Correct change please
▪️No credit cards , no western union ,
no crypto or Bitcoin .
🚘 SELLERS MUST STAY UNTILL 3PM
▪️Sellers from: 11am
▪️Cars: £9
▪️Vans: £12
▪️Large Vans: £15
▪️Trailers: £3
ℹ️ SELLERS IMPORTANT INFORMATION
❌ No trading until 12pm
❌ No £20 notes on the gate
❌ Take rubbish home
❌ No queue jump disabled or not
🐶 DOGS
No Dogs allowed
✅ Great day
✅ Great footfall
✅ Some great bargains
✅ Great range of food available
✅️ Toilets
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
Weather dependent, please keep an eye out for Facebook page updates via the link.
https://www.facebook.com/share/1ADLtETHaJ/
☎️ Phone: +44 7487 293072
🛍 BUYERS
▪️From: 12pm
▪️Entry: £1
▪️Correct change please
▪️No credit cards , no western union ,
no crypto or Bitcoin .
🚘 SELLERS MUST STAY UNTILL 3PM
▪️Sellers from: 11am
▪️Cars: £9
▪️Vans: £12
▪️Large Vans: £15
▪️Trailers: £3
ℹ️ SELLERS IMPORTANT INFORMATION
❌ No trading until 12pm
❌ No £20 notes on the gate
❌ Take rubbish home
❌ No queue jump disabled or not
🐶 DOGS
No Dogs allowed
✅ Great day
✅ Great footfall
✅ Some great bargains
✅ Great range of food available
✅️ Toilets
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
Weather dependent, please keep an eye out for Facebook page updates via the link.
https://www.facebook.com/share/1ADLtETHaJ/
☎️ Phone: +44 7487 293072
🦆 Stanwick Lakes - Easter 2025
Sunday 27 April 2025
Time: 09:30 - 17:00
🦆Join us at Stanwick Lakes this Easter school holidays 2025 for a week of family-friendly activities and adventures! From a nature trail, to crafts and ranger-led sessions, there’s something for children of all ages to enjoy amidst the picturesque scenery of the lakes.
🛝 Play Areas & Adventure Trails
The playground and play tower await you this Easter, alongside water play for little ones, and lots of sand, plus the assault course is only a short walk away. Our food and drink outlets are ready to keep you refreshed and our café menu will ensure you’re satisfied! Explore more – along our adventure trail – with climbing rocks, rope bridge and zip line.
✅️ NO NEED TO BOOK!
Drop-in activities in the Visitor Centre all Easter:
We have three egg-citing, self-led activities for to to choose from this Easter school holidays. Available everyday during Visitor Centre opening hours, just ask a member of the team to get you set up!
🐰 Easter Crafts - From £1
No need to book! Purchase your materials at the Welcome Desk and get creative!
🎨 Pottery Painting- £9 - £20
We’ve added some egg-citing new piece to our pottery range for Easter – egg cups, decorative eggs, trinket pots and money boxes.
🔎 Easter Trail - £3.50
The DetEGGtive Nature Trail
No booking necessary
Collect your trail pack from the Vistor Centre during opening hours.
The Funny Bunnies have been up to their old tricks. This time they have hidden all our Easter eggs! Can you come and put on your DetEGGtive hat to help us find them? Enjoy jokes, games and learn about our EGGcellent wildlife along the way. Don’t forget to colelct your prize from the Visitor Centre! Our trail can be collected from the Visitor Centre. Suitable for all ages, allow around 45 minutes to 1 hour for the experience. For the best experience, we recommend starting between 9:30am and 4pm.
🛝 Play Areas & Adventure Trails
The playground and play tower await you this Easter, alongside water play for little ones, and lots of sand, plus the assault course is only a short walk away. Our food and drink outlets are ready to keep you refreshed and our café menu will ensure you’re satisfied! Explore more – along our adventure trail – with climbing rocks, rope bridge and zip line.
✅️ NO NEED TO BOOK!
Drop-in activities in the Visitor Centre all Easter:
We have three egg-citing, self-led activities for to to choose from this Easter school holidays. Available everyday during Visitor Centre opening hours, just ask a member of the team to get you set up!
🐰 Easter Crafts - From £1
No need to book! Purchase your materials at the Welcome Desk and get creative!
🎨 Pottery Painting- £9 - £20
We’ve added some egg-citing new piece to our pottery range for Easter – egg cups, decorative eggs, trinket pots and money boxes.
🔎 Easter Trail - £3.50
The DetEGGtive Nature Trail
No booking necessary
Collect your trail pack from the Vistor Centre during opening hours.
The Funny Bunnies have been up to their old tricks. This time they have hidden all our Easter eggs! Can you come and put on your DetEGGtive hat to help us find them? Enjoy jokes, games and learn about our EGGcellent wildlife along the way. Don’t forget to colelct your prize from the Visitor Centre! Our trail can be collected from the Visitor Centre. Suitable for all ages, allow around 45 minutes to 1 hour for the experience. For the best experience, we recommend starting between 9:30am and 4pm.
🗓 SPECIFIC DATED ACTIVITIES, BOOKING REQUIRED........
🪲 POND DIPPING - £3.50
🗓 book 8th april
🗓 book 15th april
▪️AGES: 3+
▪️TIME: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Using nets and trays from our pond-dipping platform and guided by one of our ranger team, you’ll first discuss the creatures you are likely to find, why they are key to the environment, and the importance of handling them carefully. Then you’ll be given pond dipping kits and take it in turns to dip. Identification keys are available and and a ranger will be on hand to share knowledge hear about your discoveries!
Sessions last approx. 30 minutes and a responsible adult must be present throughout. Meet at the Ranger Cabin 5 mins before and your chosen, ticketed start time.
DEN BUILDING - £6.00
🗓 Book 10th april
🗓 Book 17th april
▪️AGES: 3+
▪️TIME: 10:00A M - 12:00 PM
A Ranger will lead your group to our den building area and introduce you to the tools and materials available, and discuss the min main properties a shelter should have if it were to be needed in a survival situation. You’ll then be set a challenge to build your den! One of our Ranger team will be on hand to visit your shelter and hear about your chosen den-building techniques and vision.
Sessions last approx. 60 minutes and a responsible adult must be present throughout. Meet at the Ranger Cabin 5 mins before and your chosen, ticketed start time.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply.
🚣♂️ Pedalo hire in Luton 2025
Sunday 27 April 2025
Time: 11:00 - 18:00
🚣♂️ 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.
🌧 WEATHER PERMITTING
📍LOCATION
We are located in Wardown Park at the boat house opposite the cafe and the children's play area on Wardown Lake.
🕚 OPENING TIMES
Opening hours are from 11am to 6pm every weekend and school holiday, weather permitting!
🎟 COST
▪️£4 - for each adult
▪️£2 - for a child under 16
▪️£10 - Family of four (2 adults & 2 children)
(Children under the age of 12 months are not permitted)
🌧 WEATHER PERMITTING
📍LOCATION
We are located in Wardown Park at the boat house opposite the cafe and the children's play area on Wardown Lake.
🕚 OPENING TIMES
Opening hours are from 11am to 6pm every weekend and school holiday, weather permitting!
🎟 COST
▪️£4 - for each adult
▪️£2 - for a child under 16
▪️£10 - 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.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs are not permitted
CARERS
If you are caring for someone with a disability, we offer a discount. Contact us directly for details.
🎟 BOOKING
Book your pedalo hire here by calling:
☎️ Phone: 07432 204922,
📧 Email: wardownleisureboating@gmail.com
🅿️ PARKING
There is ample free parking at Wardown Park, making it one of the most cost-effective.
🏛 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
Wardown Park Museum if FREE to visit and is located near to the carpark.
Opening times:
▪️Sunday - Thursday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
https://www.culturetrust.com/venues/wardown-house-museum-gallery
🐶 DOGS
Dogs are not permitted
CARERS
If you are caring for someone with a disability, we offer a discount. Contact us directly for details.
🎟 BOOKING
Book your pedalo hire here by calling:
☎️ Phone: 07432 204922,
📧 Email: wardownleisureboating@gmail.com
🅿️ PARKING
There is ample free parking at Wardown Park, making it one of the most cost-effective.
🏛 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
Wardown Park Museum if FREE to visit and is located near to the carpark.
Opening times:
▪️Sunday - Thursday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
https://www.culturetrust.com/venues/wardown-house-museum-gallery
🛍 Jumble Sale at Emmaus Village Carlton - All items £1.00 each
Sunday 27 April 2025
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🛍 We are busy getting ready for our next mega clothing sale at Emmaus Carlton Village in the Chapel building!
🤑 EVERY ITEM: £1.00 each
🗓 DATES & TIME:
▪️Saturday 26th April 2025
▪️Sunday 27th April 2025
▪️10AM - 3PM
🤩 WHATSUP BEDFORDSHIRE REVIEW
We love this gem in Bedfordshire. Not only is there a jumble sale but this place is quite a big place selling pre loved furniture, kitchen ware, bicycles, toys, electrical items, records and more full of treasures plus a great cafe with delicious food (dog friendly seating area).
🤑 EVERY ITEM: £1.00 each
🗓 DATES & TIME:
▪️Saturday 26th April 2025
▪️Sunday 27th April 2025
▪️10AM - 3PM
🤩 WHATSUP BEDFORDSHIRE REVIEW
We love this gem in Bedfordshire. Not only is there a jumble sale but this place is quite a big place selling pre loved furniture, kitchen ware, bicycles, toys, electrical items, records and more full of treasures plus a great cafe with delicious food (dog friendly seating area).
