Monday 05 May (28)
๐ Caldecotte Miniature Railway 2025 ๐ฅ Only ยฃ1pp!
Time: 13:00 - 17:00 Price: ยฃ1.00
๐ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
There is no need go book, just arrive and buy your ticket from the ticket office.
๐ 2025 DATES:
Open every Sunday and Bank Holiday, (staff and weather dependant)
๐ TIME: 1pm - 5pm
๐ซ COST - PAY ON ENTRY:
โช๏ธEntry - ยฃ1.00
โช๏ธUnder 2 - Free
๐กAN IDEA FOR THE REST OF THE DAY
Opposite the Miniature Railway there is a play area and a lake to walk around. A great fun cheap day out for all the family! Or make the most of the day by eating out at the NEW Hickory Smokehouse serving up delicious American Style food! The website is here:
https://hickorys.co.uk/
๐ฌ๐ง FREE Childrens Bunting decorating at Woburn Sands Emporium Garden Centre
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
๐ SATURDAY 4TH MAY - MONDAY 5TH MAY 2025
No need to book, just turn up to our event area Saturday, Sunday and Monday between 11am and 3pm
๐คธโโ๏ธ SOFT PLAY - ยฃ2.50
For just ยฃ2.50, you can book a 60-minute play session in Woburn Sands Emporium soft play area for ages 1 - 6, plus adults go FREE! You can book a time slot via the event link.
Let their imagination run wild for one hour from a selected time booked 9am till 3pm!
๐ง Perfect for rainy days!
๐ FOR SOFT PLAY BOOK HERE:
https://www.wsemporiumevents.co.uk/soft-play-area
๐ก Bank Holiday Danish Camp - Willington
Time: 10:00
DANISH CAMP RIVERSIDE VISITOR CENTRE
ON SUNDAY 4TH MAY & MONDAY 5TH MAY 2025.
๐ก VIKING INVASION
Experience thrilling Viking demonstrations starting from 10 AM.
๐ถ LIVE MUSIC
Enjoy live performances from 12 NOON โ 4 PM on both days.
๐ฃโโ๏ธ BOAT HIRE
Take a scenic trip on the river with available boat rentals.
โด๏ธ TRIPS ON THE ARTFUL DODGER
Scheduled trips depart from 12 NOON.
๐ SPECIAL MENUS & RIVERSIDE DINING
Delight in specially prepared meals at the Danish Camp.
โน๏ธ TO BOOK OR ENQUIRE ABOUT BOAT HIRE
โ๏ธ Phone: 01234 838709
๐ณ Shefford Maze 2025 (Hoo Hill Maze)
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
๐ TIME: 10am-4pm
๐ท COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, JUST TURN UP
โช๏ธยฃ5 per person
โช๏ธFamily of up to 6 people for ยฃ20
โช๏ธUnder 5 - Free
โช๏ธWe now accept cash or card.
๐ฅช FOOD & DRINK
There are no refreshments for sale on-site, but you are welcome to bring a picnic :)
๐ถ DOGS
Sorry, no dogs allowed.
โน๏ธ FOR MORE INFO
Any questions, please contact Dan on the mobile below.
Our website also has more details via the event link.
โ๏ธ Phone: 07539 329039
๐WHERE CAN I FIND YOU?
You can find us on Hitchin Road on the way into Shefford.
๐ CHECK OUT OUR FACE BOOK BLOG
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/15w3vYXuSu/
๐ VE Day 80th Anniversary Picnic in the Park - Langford
Time: 11:00
๐ถ WHAT TO EXPECT
We will have music, we have confectionery by Chloe, the scout hut have a bar, the ice cream man will be here and there will be a hairdresser inside the small hall offering forties hair styles!
Come on down and enjoy the laid back fun.
๐ถ Size Nine bringing the party to The Fir Tree in Woburn Sands
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
Join us for the party at The Fir Tree in Woburn Sands!
๐ Children's May Day 2025 - Ampthill
Time: 10:00 - 12:30 Price: ยฃ5.00
EVENT DETAILS
These younger members of the community will:
โจ๏ธ Make and decorate garlands and headdresses,
โจ๏ธ Get glitter tattoos etc ready for party celebrations
โจ๏ธ Each child will receive a small basket of treats
โจ๏ธ Singing
โจ๏ธ Storytelling
โจ๏ธ Painting the canvas depicting The Spirit of Ampthill.
๐LOCATION
Ampthill VE80 Childrenโs Mayday event to be held in the Nottingham Performance area,(NPA) Ampthill Great Park.
๐ TICKETS COST:
Pre-booking is essential tickets ยฃ5 per child. Tickets can be booked via the event link.
Parents/carers MUST accompany children at all times.
๐ฅ Bank Holiday Special Offer at Safari MK Soft Play
๐ Early Bird Special โ Book for 9am and get 12.5% OFF!
๐ Night Owl Deal โ Book after 4pm and enjoy a massive 33% OFF!
๐ TICKETS
Book tickets via the event link. This offer is only for Monday 5th May 2025.
Tuesday 06 May (11)
โ๏ธ Community Coffee Mornings at Baycroft Flitwick Care Home
Time: 11:00 - 12:30
๐ We look forward to getting to know our neighbours & local groups over a cup of tea and cake.
There's no need to book, just pop in on the day!
โน๏ธ FOR MORE INFORMATION
To learn more or to reserve a table, please contact Samantha, our Customer Relations Manager, on:
โ๏ธ 01525 307 665
๐ฆ FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
๐ 2025 DATES
โช๏ธMonday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
โช๏ธ7 days a week
โช๏ธ10am - 6pm
๐ฆ 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.
โ๏ธIMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennettโs Splash Park and Splashside Cafรฉ 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 *
๐ THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Cafรฉ 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.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennettโs 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.
๐ Bike Night Tuesday's at The Sugar Loaf in Dunstable
Time: 18:00
Look forward to seeing you all again ๐
โน๏ธ BIKE PARK & SEPARATE BAR AT REAR
๐ฎ Psychic Night at West Bletchley Community Centre
Time: 18:00 - 22:00
๐ฎ 1:1 private readings Mediumship, Tarot, Palmistry, Psychics in Bletchley with a lovely selection of readers doing 1-1 private readings.
NO PRE BOOKING REQUIRED
There no Need to pre book BUT you are welcome todo so in advance, no money is taken until on the night when you arrive ๐
๐ TICKET PRICES
โช๏ธEntry: ยฃ2
โช๏ธ30 minute readings: ยฃ35
๐ถ Toddington Mother & Baby Group
Time: 09:30 - 11:00
WHAT TO EXPECT
โจ๏ธ Friendship & community
โจ๏ธ Creative activities
โจ๏ธ Snacks
โจ๏ธ Baby Area
๐ท COST ON THE DOOR:
ยฃ2.50 PER FAMILY
๐ฆ Marston Stay & Play for 0-5 year olds
Time: 10:00 - 11:30
๐ซง With different themes every week. Singing and bubbles at the end of each session.
WHEN ARE WE OPEN?
We are open all through the holidays too.
โช๏ธMonday's: 10:00 - 11:30
โช๏ธTuesday's: 10:00 - 11:30
โช๏ธFriday's: 10:00 - 11:30
COST - PAY AS YOU GO:
๐ธ๏ธChild & 1 adult: ยฃ5.00
๐ธ๏ธExtra child: ยฃ1
๐ธ๏ธExtra adult: ยฃ1
REFRESHMENTS
โ๏ธ Tea & coffee available
๐ช Juice & a biscuit (for little ones)
๐ฅ Bacon Rolls - ยฃ1.50
๐คธโโ๏ธParent & Toddler Session at Gravity in Milton Keynes, only ยฃ4pp
Price: ยฃ4.25
๐ง Toddlers are most welcome at Gravity, and there are lots of ways for mini bouncers to have fun safely.
โญ๏ธ PARENT & TODDLER SESSION TIMES 7 DAYS A WEEK SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY:
โช๏ธ8am - 9am
โช๏ธ9am - 10am
โช๏ธ10am - 11am
โญ๏ธ AGE FOR PARENT & TODDLER SESSIONS:
All children must be over 18 months and under 5 years old accompanied by a paying adult. One adult to two toddlers.
๐งฆ GRAVITY SAFETY SOCKS - ยฃ2.50
GRAVITY safety socks are an important part of our safety procedures - everyone participating MUST wear them at all times.
๐ฃ ARRIVE 30 MINS EARLY
Please arrive at reception at least 30 mins before your start time to check in, sort out any equipment, use lockers and watch our safety brief.
๐ FAST TRACK
Fast track your experience by filling out the safety agreement online.
๐ TICKETS - ยฃ4 PER PERSON
Add the total number of participants to your cart (toddlers plus parent, plus additional paying parent if required). Under 5s need to be accompanied on the activity area by a paying adult. Tickets can be booked via the event link.
๐ฅ๐ณ Tenpin Tuesday - 50% off in Milton Keynes
Who doesnโt love a deal? Youโll love our Tenpin Tuesday offer with an incredible saving of:
๐ WHAT TIME?
Available all day from 10am - 10pm & after 6pm in school holidays.
Bring your family and friends down to your local Tenpin to enjoy low cost bowling with the added bonus of savings on your drinks too. Spend some quality time together with family and friends and create happy memories. Do you have what it takes to become the King or Queen of bowling.
๐ฎ OTHER THINGS TO DO
There are arcades and a pool table.
The fun doesn't end there though with 2 exclusive karaoke rooms, a laser tag arena, and 4 escape rooms all vying for your attention.
๐ป SELECTED 50% OFF DRINK OFFERS
๐ท COST PER GAME
โช๏ธJunior price (upto 16 years):ยฃ3.88
โช๏ธAdult price ยฃ4.63
๐ ฟ๏ธ Be sure to put your car registration number into the system at Tenpin so you don't incur a fine.
โ ๏ธ ONLINE BOOKING VIA THE EVENT LINK
Donโt miss out on any of our bowling offers by booking ahead online to secure your lane at the location of Milton Keynes.
๐คธโโ๏ธ Soft Play at John Buyan Sports & Fitness in Bedford
Price: ยฃ6.20
A Play Park session for children at John Bunyan Sports and Fitness Centre in Bedford. Designed with colourful structures and padded obstacles, our soft play structure is the perfect backdrop for endless giggles and joyful discoveries.
๐ TIMES TO CHOOSE BETWEEN:
9AM - 6.30PM (90 MINUTE SESSIONS)
RULES
๐ธ๏ธSupervision ratios apply for children up to 12 years.
๐ธ๏ธNo outside food and drink is permitted.
๐ธ๏ธAll junior tickets include 1 adult, all additional adults need to purchase a ticket.
๐ธ๏ธSocks must be worn at all times.
โน๏ธ YOU WILL HAVE TO REGISTER IF YOU HAVENT ALREADY TO BOOK (You can register and book via the event link)
๐ TICKET PRICE
โช๏ธChild over 1 (including 1 adult): ยฃ6.20
โช๏ธUnder 1: Free
โช๏ธAdditional Adult: Free
โ๏ธ FREE MICKEY'S CAFE - The Transfiguration Church in Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 14:00
โ๏ธ MICKEY'S CAFE
๐ WHEN?
โช๏ธEvery Tuesday & Thursday
โช๏ธ12pm - 2pm
๐ DETAILS:
Located in the heart of the Kempston community, Mickeyโs Cafe offers not only delicious food and drinks, but also a sense of community and belonging.
โณ๏ธโฝ๏ธ Disc & Football Golf at Box End Water Park in Kempston
Price: ยฃ6.00
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!
๐ Watch how to play on this YouTube link.
https://youtu.be/Y-a7gzV5140?si=M1_tPN95E9pz935Z
โณ๏ธ 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?
โฝ๏ธ DISC & FOOTBALLS
Got your own disc or football? Bring them along with you or you can choose to rent one of ours for ยฃ2.50pp.
โณ๏ธHOW 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!
๐ 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.
๐ BOOKING A TIME SLOT -ยฃ6pp
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.
๐บ 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!
Wednesday 07 May (10)
๐ป Ampthill Ghost Walk 2025
Time: 20:00
๐ฑ EVENT DETAILS
๐ HOUSES, PUBS, RUINS & MORE....
These walks will guide you around Ampthills most haunted and horrific sites. Youโll visit and hear stories about grand houses, pubs, shops, coaching inns, courthouses, private zoos, abandoned ruins, long lost stately homes and castles!
๐ป GHOSTS OF GANGSTERS, NUNS & MORE.....
With tales of ghosts, poltergeists, manifestations, floating orbs, paranormal investigations, satanic rituals, murders, hangings, theft, knights, house keepers, nuns, gangsters, soldiers, grave desecration and more!
๐ YOUR HOST
Acclaimed story teller, fan of the paranormal, macabre and the strange, Bryan your Ghost Walk guide has lived in the local area his whole life, his family living in the same Central Beds village since Parish records began in the early
2025 DATES
โช๏ธMar 12th - 7pm
โช๏ธMar 26th - 7pm
โช๏ธApr 9th - 8pm
โช๏ธApr 23rd - 8pm
โช๏ธMay 7th - 8pm
โช๏ธMay 21st - 8pm
๐TICKETS:
ยฃ10 per person payable on the night
PLEASE BOOK YOUR PLACE BY EMAIL OR MESSAGE US ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE VIA THE EVENT LINK FOR MORE DETAILS.
๐ง ampthillghostwalks@gmail.com
