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🛍 Craft Fair at the Olde Watermill Shopping Village in Barton-le-Clay
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🛍 Join us to meet some fantastic local crafters and find beautiful handmade items at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village in Barton-le-Clay. Free entry.
🤩 2025 DATES
▪️Sun 13 April 2025
▪️Sun 18 May 2025
▪️Sat 14 June 2025
▪️Sun 20 July 2025
▪️Sun 21 September 2025
▪️Sun 19 October 2025
▪️Sun 02 November 2025
▪️Sun 16 November 2025
😍 ABOUT THE OLDE WATERMILL SHOPPING VILLAGE
The Olde Watermill Shopping Village is set in and around an historic Watermill.
There has been a Watermill on the site since 1086 as the Watermill is mentioned in the Domesday book and it is one of the oldest overshot Watermills in the country.
Over the last few years, it has been lovingly restored and is now home to over 20 unique and individual shops as well as the Mill House Restaurant, Tea Room & Cafe, an antique centre, Miller’s Shopping Arcade and a soft play area for the children.
☕️ THE COFFEE SHOP MENU & DETAILS
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/the-mill-house-coffee-shop/
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Set up is from 8:00am. We ask that you be ready to sell by 10:00am and do not pack up before the market finishes at 4:00pm. A 3 x 3m non-sided Gazebo is provided for your use. You will need to bring any tables, chairs and displays you need.
▪️Standard: £25.00
▪️Xmas Fairs: £30.00
Book a stall:
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/craft-fair-booking-2025/
🤩 2025 DATES
▪️Sun 13 April 2025
▪️Sun 18 May 2025
▪️Sat 14 June 2025
▪️Sun 20 July 2025
▪️Sun 21 September 2025
▪️Sun 19 October 2025
▪️Sun 02 November 2025
▪️Sun 16 November 2025
😍 ABOUT THE OLDE WATERMILL SHOPPING VILLAGE
The Olde Watermill Shopping Village is set in and around an historic Watermill.
There has been a Watermill on the site since 1086 as the Watermill is mentioned in the Domesday book and it is one of the oldest overshot Watermills in the country.
Over the last few years, it has been lovingly restored and is now home to over 20 unique and individual shops as well as the Mill House Restaurant, Tea Room & Cafe, an antique centre, Miller’s Shopping Arcade and a soft play area for the children.
☕️ THE COFFEE SHOP MENU & DETAILS
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/the-mill-house-coffee-shop/
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Set up is from 8:00am. We ask that you be ready to sell by 10:00am and do not pack up before the market finishes at 4:00pm. A 3 x 3m non-sided Gazebo is provided for your use. You will need to bring any tables, chairs and displays you need.
▪️Standard: £25.00
▪️Xmas Fairs: £30.00
Book a stall:
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/craft-fair-booking-2025/
⚽️ Dougie & Frankie’s Charity Football Match 2025 - Caldecote Pavilion
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 13:00
💙 Our son’s Dougie Bunker & Frankie Stevens were born premature and sadly are no longer with us. We’ve decided to put on a charity football match event in memory of them to raise money for a charity called PandR who transport premature babies and support neonatal decisions.
⚽️ ANY PLAYERS?
We’re looking for players to join us for a £15 entry fee. A free burger or hot dog will be provided to all players. Contact on Facebook via the event link.
Family Fun Day which includes:
⭐️ Football
⭐️ BBQ
⭐️ Bar
⭐️ Live Music (from 4pm)
⭐️ Auction
⭐️ Craft stalls
⭐️ Bouncy Castle
⭐️ Fair rides
⭐️ Park
😍 RAFFLE - £2.00 (DRAW AT 6PM)
We’ve got some amazing raffle prizes for our Charity event and for me this one stands out from them all special thanks to MUFC! Europa league finalist
We also have Premier league football tickets, beauty vouchers, watches, from the jam tickets, teeth whitening treatment, horse racing tickets, cash prizes, bottles of bubbly and many more!!
If you’d like to buy some raffle tickets please get in touch, draw will take place at the event on 14th June 2025.
💷 Cash & Card Accepted on the day.
⚽️ ANY PLAYERS?
We’re looking for players to join us for a £15 entry fee. A free burger or hot dog will be provided to all players. Contact on Facebook via the event link.
Family Fun Day which includes:
⭐️ Football
⭐️ BBQ
⭐️ Bar
⭐️ Live Music (from 4pm)
⭐️ Auction
⭐️ Craft stalls
⭐️ Bouncy Castle
⭐️ Fair rides
⭐️ Park
😍 RAFFLE - £2.00 (DRAW AT 6PM)
We’ve got some amazing raffle prizes for our Charity event and for me this one stands out from them all special thanks to MUFC! Europa league finalist
We also have Premier league football tickets, beauty vouchers, watches, from the jam tickets, teeth whitening treatment, horse racing tickets, cash prizes, bottles of bubbly and many more!!
If you’d like to buy some raffle tickets please get in touch, draw will take place at the event on 14th June 2025.
💷 Cash & Card Accepted on the day.
📽 The Goonies Outdoor Cinema Experience at Wrest Park, Silsoe
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 20:15
📽 A fantastic outdoor cinema experience in Bedfordshire with a showing of THE GOONIES! A nostalgic classic packed with action, laughs and the legend of One-Eyed Willy!
Heyyyy yooou guyys! Enjoy The Goonies like never before as you watch the movie on a huge open-air screen under the stars in the stunning grounds of Wrest Park. Experience the magic of the UK’s No.1 outdoor cinema shows with Adventure Cinema!
▪️Gates open: 20.15
▪️Film starts: 21:45
▪️Film certificate PG
▪️Under 16s: must be accompanied by an adult.
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Music to enjoy before the movie with a soundtrack of specially curated songs.
No seating provided unless you have premium tickets. Blankets and camping chairs are allowed.
🍻 FOOD & DRINKS INFORMATION
Hot food, snacks and a bar will be available on-site. Picnics and drinks welcome.
Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or camping chair
NO glasses. Plastic and paper cups only, wine/beer bottles are allowed but please take them home and recycle them.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
The event will go ahead if it's raining but we are hoping for a nice dry weekend.
🚻 TOILETS & SEATING
▪️On-site toilets will be available including accessible facilities.
🐶 DOGS
With the exception of registered assistance dogs, no animals are allowed at any of our events.
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
▪️Standard Ticket £17.37
▪️Standard Ticket - Under 12s £10.65
Heyyyy yooou guyys! Enjoy The Goonies like never before as you watch the movie on a huge open-air screen under the stars in the stunning grounds of Wrest Park. Experience the magic of the UK’s No.1 outdoor cinema shows with Adventure Cinema!
▪️Gates open: 20.15
▪️Film starts: 21:45
▪️Film certificate PG
▪️Under 16s: must be accompanied by an adult.
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Music to enjoy before the movie with a soundtrack of specially curated songs.
No seating provided unless you have premium tickets. Blankets and camping chairs are allowed.
🍻 FOOD & DRINKS INFORMATION
Hot food, snacks and a bar will be available on-site. Picnics and drinks welcome.
Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or camping chair
NO glasses. Plastic and paper cups only, wine/beer bottles are allowed but please take them home and recycle them.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
The event will go ahead if it's raining but we are hoping for a nice dry weekend.
🚻 TOILETS & SEATING
▪️On-site toilets will be available including accessible facilities.
🐶 DOGS
With the exception of registered assistance dogs, no animals are allowed at any of our events.
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
▪️Standard Ticket £17.37
▪️Standard Ticket - Under 12s £10.65
▪️Under 2's: FREE !
▪️Premium Ticket £25.21
🤩 Premium ticket includes luxury deck chair in a prime position and are priced the same for adults and children.
▪️Premium Ticket £25.21
🤩 Premium ticket includes luxury deck chair in a prime position and are priced the same for adults and children.
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🎊 FLITWICK FAMILY FUN DAY 2025
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 12:00 - 19:00
🎊 Join us on the 14th of June 2025 for a variety of fun at The Flitwick Family Fun Day 2025 located at the Millennium Park.
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎬 Free Outdoor Cinema
🍿 Free Popcorn
🥁 Free Live Music
🏵 Subsidised Fairground Rides
🍕 Diverse Food Court
🤹♀️ Stalls
📽 OUTDOOR CINEMA SHOWS
▪️Planes - 1pm
▪️The Greatest Showman - 5pm
🎶 LIVE MUSIC: 12pm - 3pm
Live music from the amazing Flywall.
🎠 FAIR RIDES
▪️Fair rides: £1.50
▪️Dodgems: £2.00 Per car
🅿️ PARKING & SHUTTLE INFORMATION
Free parking will be available at The Rufus Centre Flitwick, and we encourage families to take advantage of the free shuttle bus service operating between the park and The Rufus Centre from 12 noon to 7pm.
We can't wait to see you and celebrate a fantastic day together!
💖 WITH THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
We would like to sincerely thank our sponsors for making this event possible:
Flitwick Motorcycles, Oak Fostering, Flitwick & Ampthill Bathrooms, Flitwick Club, Temple Flooring Services, Flitwick Jewellers, D & G Short Locksmiths, Ironmongers and Security Specialists
❓️STALL HOLDERS WANT TO ENQUIRE ABOUT A STALL?
https://www.flitwick.gov.uk/family-fun-day-2025-stall-holder-booking-form/
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎬 Free Outdoor Cinema
🍿 Free Popcorn
🥁 Free Live Music
🏵 Subsidised Fairground Rides
🍕 Diverse Food Court
🤹♀️ Stalls
📽 OUTDOOR CINEMA SHOWS
▪️Planes - 1pm
▪️The Greatest Showman - 5pm
🎶 LIVE MUSIC: 12pm - 3pm
Live music from the amazing Flywall.
🎠 FAIR RIDES
▪️Fair rides: £1.50
▪️Dodgems: £2.00 Per car
🅿️ PARKING & SHUTTLE INFORMATION
Free parking will be available at The Rufus Centre Flitwick, and we encourage families to take advantage of the free shuttle bus service operating between the park and The Rufus Centre from 12 noon to 7pm.
We can't wait to see you and celebrate a fantastic day together!
💖 WITH THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS
We would like to sincerely thank our sponsors for making this event possible:
Flitwick Motorcycles, Oak Fostering, Flitwick & Ampthill Bathrooms, Flitwick Club, Temple Flooring Services, Flitwick Jewellers, D & G Short Locksmiths, Ironmongers and Security Specialists
❓️STALL HOLDERS WANT TO ENQUIRE ABOUT A STALL?
https://www.flitwick.gov.uk/family-fun-day-2025-stall-holder-booking-form/
💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
💦 Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.
📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm
💦 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.
❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café 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 *
🍕 THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café 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.
🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s 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.
📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm
💦 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.
❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café 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 *
🍕 THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café 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.
🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s 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.
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🚗 Classic Motor Rally 2025 at Dunstable Priory
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🚗 This fantastic event for 2025 showcases a stunning display of heritage and vintage vehicles situated in the beautiful grounds of Priory Gardens, Dunstable.
It’s a perfect family day out and an absolute must for all motor enthusiasts!
😍 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ In addition to the display, there will be live music performances
✨️ FREE children’s activities
✨️ Unbound Storytellers
✨️ An interactive History Alive children’s trail
✨️ Hysterical History
✨️ Teaching Talons Animal Encounter
✨️ Stalls and on-site food concession
🚘 WANT TO SHOW YOUR VEHICLE?
If you would like to enter a vehicle you can now apply online: https://www.dunstable.gov.uk/event/dunstable-classic-motor-rally/
☎️ CONTACT DETAILS:
Phone: 01582 513 000
Email: events@dunstable.gov.uk
It’s a perfect family day out and an absolute must for all motor enthusiasts!
😍 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ In addition to the display, there will be live music performances
✨️ FREE children’s activities
✨️ Unbound Storytellers
✨️ An interactive History Alive children’s trail
✨️ Hysterical History
✨️ Teaching Talons Animal Encounter
✨️ Stalls and on-site food concession
🚘 WANT TO SHOW YOUR VEHICLE?
If you would like to enter a vehicle you can now apply online: https://www.dunstable.gov.uk/event/dunstable-classic-motor-rally/
☎️ CONTACT DETAILS:
Phone: 01582 513 000
Email: events@dunstable.gov.uk
🐾 Paws in the Park 2025- Great Linford Memorial Hall
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
🐶 Come and join the fun for our annual fundraising event on Saturday 14th June 2024 for Paws in the Park! Join us for a tail-wagging good time!
🐾 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our popular dog show will be on again with classes to suit all dogs, local food vendors and lots of different stalls with gifts and animal products.
FAMILY FUN
🎶 Live music
🎨 Local crafts
🍔 Street food vendors
🎁 Tombola
🎈 Children’s entertainment & more!
🐕 DOG SHOW
Think your pup has the waggiest tail? The cutest puppy eyes? Or maybe you two are total look-alikes? Then it’s time to shine in our friendly Dog Show – all breeds, all abilities, and all fluff levels welcome!
🏅 Rosettes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd in every class!
Classes include:
⭐️ Best Rescue Story
⭐️ Waggiest Tail
⭐️ Cutest Puppy
⭐️ Most Entertaining Trick
⭐️ Best Look-Alike
⭐️ Dog of the Year (our top all-round winner!)
💼 SPONSOR
Want to sponsor a class and support a pawsome cause? We have sponsorship opportunities available for all categories listed above!
🎟 ENTER THE SHOW
To enter the show or learn more about sponsoring, email us at:
📧 Email: eventbooking@mkrspca.org.uk
💖 RAISE MONEY FOR RSPCA
Come along and help us raise vital funds for Milton Keynes RSPCA. Let’s make tails wag and hearts melt – see you there!
🐾 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our popular dog show will be on again with classes to suit all dogs, local food vendors and lots of different stalls with gifts and animal products.
FAMILY FUN
🎶 Live music
🎨 Local crafts
🍔 Street food vendors
🎁 Tombola
🎈 Children’s entertainment & more!
🐕 DOG SHOW
Think your pup has the waggiest tail? The cutest puppy eyes? Or maybe you two are total look-alikes? Then it’s time to shine in our friendly Dog Show – all breeds, all abilities, and all fluff levels welcome!
🏅 Rosettes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd in every class!
Classes include:
⭐️ Best Rescue Story
⭐️ Waggiest Tail
⭐️ Cutest Puppy
⭐️ Most Entertaining Trick
⭐️ Best Look-Alike
⭐️ Dog of the Year (our top all-round winner!)
💼 SPONSOR
Want to sponsor a class and support a pawsome cause? We have sponsorship opportunities available for all categories listed above!
🎟 ENTER THE SHOW
To enter the show or learn more about sponsoring, email us at:
📧 Email: eventbooking@mkrspca.org.uk
💖 RAISE MONEY FOR RSPCA
Come along and help us raise vital funds for Milton Keynes RSPCA. Let’s make tails wag and hearts melt – see you there!
💥 New Brickz Museum in Milton Keynes 2025
Saturday 14 June 2025
🧱 Whether you're a lifelong fan, looking for a fun day out or beginning your LEGO® adventure, this museum is a celebration of the colorful blocks that have brought joy to millions of people around the world opening from 5th April 2025 - 29th June 2025.
Our community of builders has worked hard to create some amazing and totally unique LEGO® displays for you to enjoy. Our large builds go beyond just size—they take you on an unforgettable journey through epic themes, from daring pirates and mysterious underwater creatures to the vast galaxy of Star Wars and so much more.
🗓 2025 OPENING DATES
▪️Easter Half Term: 5th April - 20th April
▪️Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in April, May & June.
▪️May Half Term: 26th - 30th May
▪️Last day open: Sunday 26th June
🕙 OPENING TIME SESSION SLOTS
Depending on days different slots are available between 10.30am - 5.00pm. You can book on Eventbrite via the event link.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Adult (16+) : £15.00
▪️Child (5 - 15): £9.50
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): £10.00 per person
▪️ Carers: Free
(For those with proof of disability we will offer a free carers ticket with a full paying admissions ticket)
🤑 COMBO TICKETS
Combined entry to Brickz, Pixel Bunker & National Film & Sci-Fi Museum for the day.
▪️Adult: £32.00
▪️Child: £23.00
▪️Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): £24.50 per person
Our community of builders has worked hard to create some amazing and totally unique LEGO® displays for you to enjoy. Our large builds go beyond just size—they take you on an unforgettable journey through epic themes, from daring pirates and mysterious underwater creatures to the vast galaxy of Star Wars and so much more.
🗓 2025 OPENING DATES
▪️Easter Half Term: 5th April - 20th April
▪️Every Friday, Saturday & Sunday in April, May & June.
▪️May Half Term: 26th - 30th May
▪️Last day open: Sunday 26th June
🕙 OPENING TIME SESSION SLOTS
Depending on days different slots are available between 10.30am - 5.00pm. You can book on Eventbrite via the event link.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Adult (16+) : £15.00
▪️Child (5 - 15): £9.50
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): £10.00 per person
▪️ Carers: Free
(For those with proof of disability we will offer a free carers ticket with a full paying admissions ticket)
🤑 COMBO TICKETS
Combined entry to Brickz, Pixel Bunker & National Film & Sci-Fi Museum for the day.
▪️Adult: £32.00
▪️Child: £23.00
▪️Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children): £24.50 per person
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🎊 Milton Keynes Barrio Fiesta 2025 at Campbell Park
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
🎊 Join the FREE Milton Keynes Barrio Fiesta (also often called the MK Filipino Festival) on Saturday, June 14th, and Sunday, June 15th, 2025, for a vibrant celebration of Filipino culture!
▪️AGES: Suitable for all ages
🌸 EVENT DETAILS
🌼 Enjoy a delightful Filipino Food Fair,
🌼 A colourful May Flower Parade,
🌼 Captivating cultural and modern dances,
🌼 Live music performances from both emerging and established artists
🌼 Stalls
🌼 Delicious food
🎊 FREE ENTRY
▪️AGES: Suitable for all ages
🌸 EVENT DETAILS
🌼 Enjoy a delightful Filipino Food Fair,
🌼 A colourful May Flower Parade,
🌼 Captivating cultural and modern dances,
🌼 Live music performances from both emerging and established artists
🌼 Stalls
🌼 Delicious food
🎊 FREE ENTRY
The event offers free family entertainment in the Amphitheatre in Campbell Park. Don't miss out on this festive occasion!
🚻 ACCESSABLE TOILETS
Wheelchair-accessible toilets will be available on-site.
🚻 ACCESSABLE TOILETS
Wheelchair-accessible toilets will be available on-site.
♿️ WHEELCHAIR ACCESS
The event is held on the events plateau, which is an area of level grass. There is a surfaced perimeter path but it may be necessary to cross short sections of mown grass during the event.
😌 QUIET AREAS
The event is held on the events plateau, which is an area of level grass. There is a surfaced perimeter path but it may be necessary to cross short sections of mown grass during the event.
😌 QUIET AREAS
Campbell Park is a vast landscape with plenty of spaces to relax. Follow surfaced paths to secluded benches and views over the city. For more information, visit the Campbell Park webpage.
📍EVENT LOCATION
Event location is at the Campbell Park Amphitheatre, what3words location regrowth.defender.totally.
🅿️ NEAREST CAR PARK
The nearest parking is available at centre:mk car parks (John Lewis end) and follow the Redway bridge into the park. Find out more about car parking for Campbell Park events.
📍EVENT LOCATION
Event location is at the Campbell Park Amphitheatre, what3words location regrowth.defender.totally.
🅿️ NEAREST CAR PARK
The nearest parking is available at centre:mk car parks (John Lewis end) and follow the Redway bridge into the park. Find out more about car parking for Campbell Park events.
🛍 Leighton Buzzard Vintage Market 2025
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 08:30 - 15:00
🛍 Welcoming vintage and retro sellers to our specialty market area at the top of the High Street, the vintage sellers will be offering a range in vintage and retro clothing, household goods, accessories, gift items and collectables from the mid-century onwards.
Now in it's third year, the Vintage Market is all about championing the best from eras gone by, whilst being sustainable, eco friendly and playful.
More dates added for 2025, join us on the 2nd Saturday of the month, April - September 2025 inclusive: -
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Saturday 12th April
▪️Saturday 10th May
▪️Saturday 14th June
▪️Saturday 12th July
▪️Saturday 9th August
▪️Saturday 13th September
Now in it's third year, the Vintage Market is all about championing the best from eras gone by, whilst being sustainable, eco friendly and playful.
More dates added for 2025, join us on the 2nd Saturday of the month, April - September 2025 inclusive: -
🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Saturday 12th April
▪️Saturday 10th May
▪️Saturday 14th June
▪️Saturday 12th July
▪️Saturday 9th August
▪️Saturday 13th September
🎤McVicar at The Golden Bell, Leighton Buzzard
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 21:00
🎤 McVicar, a 4 piece covers band from Hertfordshire typically covering all genres from the 1950s to the present day will be performing live at The Golden Bell in Leighton Buzzard from 9pm. Free entry.
☎️ CONTACT DETAILS: 01525 373 330
☎️ CONTACT DETAILS: 01525 373 330
🐝 Bee Friendly Family Open Day (free entry, booking advised) - Hitchin
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
👨👩👧👧 Activities for all the family. There are always a range of free activities for children and of course our experienced beekeepers are on hand to talk about the bees.
They will answer any questions you have, point out the queen in our observation hive and share tips on how to make your garden more bee friendly.
Some of the activities you can find at our open days:
Some of the activities you can find at our open days:
- 🐝Treasure hunts around the bee garden
- 🐝Test your knowledge with our fun quiz
- 🐝Have a go at making your own candle
- 🐝Try your hand at wax cup making & modelling
- 🐝Spot the Queen Bee (pay to play)
- 🐝Arts and crafts such as making paper bees, building a bee house or just colouring
- 🐝We often run a video about bees & the environment during the afternoon
- 🐝The observation hive is always available where you can study the bees up close
- 🐝Plant stall selling bee friendly plants
- Wildlife tombola (pay to play)
🗺 LOCATION
Take the track at the side of the last house (number 178) on Old Hale Way, Hitchin, SG5 1XT. Follow the track past the allotments, and the Discovery Centre can be found at the end. We normally ask visitors to please park on the road unless they have mobility problems. What Three Words Location : crate.coins.regaining
🎫 BOOK TICKETS
To book your free tickets, you can do this on Eventbrite via the event link.
🥘 Paella Evening at Warden Abbey Vineyard - 2025 (Vegan options available)
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 18:15 - 21:00 Price: £25.00
🥘 Enjoy the taste of a Spanish Paella in Bedfordshire among the vines growing our award winning wines.
🦞 WHAT TO EXPECT
Crayfish Capers (www.crayfishcapers.co.uk) will cook and serve their Big Pan Crayfish Paella (vegetarian option also available). Your meal will be accompanied by a glass of our chilled white wine or, if preferred, an alcohol free fizz followed by dessert.
ℹ️ ABOUT:
Crayfish Capers specialise in the trapping and supply of signal crayfish which they distribute through farmers markets, country shows and other events. This local family business came about as a result of the invasion of signal crayfish in UK rivers and canals and aims to start to slow down the devastating effects they are having on our waters. Signal crayfish are their passion. Licensed trappers since 2004, the crayfish in their paella are the freshest possible and the taste proves it.
🦞 WHAT TO EXPECT
Crayfish Capers (www.crayfishcapers.co.uk) will cook and serve their Big Pan Crayfish Paella (vegetarian option also available). Your meal will be accompanied by a glass of our chilled white wine or, if preferred, an alcohol free fizz followed by dessert.
ℹ️ ABOUT:
Crayfish Capers specialise in the trapping and supply of signal crayfish which they distribute through farmers markets, country shows and other events. This local family business came about as a result of the invasion of signal crayfish in UK rivers and canals and aims to start to slow down the devastating effects they are having on our waters. Signal crayfish are their passion. Licensed trappers since 2004, the crayfish in their paella are the freshest possible and the taste proves it.
Just think, the freshest seafood and delicious locally grown wine right in the middle of England, who’d have thought it.
🥂 EVENT DETAILS
Arrival from 6:15pm to allow time for a self-guided tour or to simply relax with a glass of wine before you eat at 7pm. We will probably be dining outside, so dress for the weather.
🎟 BOOKING DETAILS:
🥂 EVENT DETAILS
Arrival from 6:15pm to allow time for a self-guided tour or to simply relax with a glass of wine before you eat at 7pm. We will probably be dining outside, so dress for the weather.
🎟 BOOKING DETAILS:
Book your place now via the event link. £25PP – be quick as numbers are limited for this popular event!
CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07594 459184
📧 Email: tours@wardenvineyard.org.uk
CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07594 459184
📧 Email: tours@wardenvineyard.org.uk
💃 The Calender Girls presented by the Maulden Players - 2025
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 19:30 Price: £10.00
🎭 Maulden Players Presents Calendar Girls based on the Miramax motion picture by Juliette Towhidi and Tim Firth. This fantastic performance will be held at Maulden Village Hall.
🌸 ABOUT:
We invite you to join us for Tim Firth's hilarious play, based on the true story of eleven W.I. members who famously posed nude for a calendar to raise money for the Leukaemia Research.
📅 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday, 13th June 2025 - 8:00 PM
▪️Saturday, 14th June 2025 - 7:30 PM
▪️Doors open 30 minutes before the time shown
🎟 TICKET COST: £10 PP
You can purchase tickets on Ticketsource via the event link.
ℹ️ BOX OFFICE FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 07443 576465
☎️ Phone: 07799 895740
📧 Email: mauldenplayers@gmail.com
📜 This amateur production of "Calendar Girls" is presented by arrangement with Concord
Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd.
🌸 ABOUT:
We invite you to join us for Tim Firth's hilarious play, based on the true story of eleven W.I. members who famously posed nude for a calendar to raise money for the Leukaemia Research.
📅 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday, 13th June 2025 - 8:00 PM
▪️Saturday, 14th June 2025 - 7:30 PM
▪️Doors open 30 minutes before the time shown
🎟 TICKET COST: £10 PP
You can purchase tickets on Ticketsource via the event link.
ℹ️ BOX OFFICE FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 07443 576465
☎️ Phone: 07799 895740
📧 Email: mauldenplayers@gmail.com
📜 This amateur production of "Calendar Girls" is presented by arrangement with Concord
Theatricals Ltd. on behalf of Samuel French Ltd.
🦅 Dad's & Grandad's go FREE at Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park - Buckinghamshire
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:30
🦅 Head down to the farm for a fun family day out this Father's Day weekend! Enjoy close encounters with our rare breed farm animals, learn about birds of prey in our daily display and enjoy a stroll around our 44 acres of beautiful Buckinghamshire countryside.
🤑 OFFER - WHO CAN GO FREE & WHEN?
Dad's and Grandad's go FREE on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 June 2025 with code:
💥DADSGOFREE2025
(enter at checkout when booking tickets online).
ℹ️ TERMS
🤑 OFFER - WHO CAN GO FREE & WHEN?
Dad's and Grandad's go FREE on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 June 2025 with code:
💥DADSGOFREE2025
(enter at checkout when booking tickets online).
ℹ️ TERMS
1 free adult ticket with a full paying child ticket. Under 2's tickets are not eligible. All information can be seen on the website via the event link.
🐾 WHAT TO EXPECT
Get hands on with our rare breed farm animals, come face-to-face with wildlife, explore the nature trails and go wild in our adventure play areas whatever the weather!
☕️ CAFE & SHOP
Our Farm Shop & Café are open to all, so stop by to discover tasty local produce and children’s gifts and enjoy freshly made cakes & pastries.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
You can hire out mobility scooters if you require one. You just need to phone in advance.
☎️ Phone: 01296 670444
🎟 ONLINE TICKET PRICES - ONLINE PRICES SAVE £2 PER TICKET
▪️Adult: £10.50 - £15.50
▪️Child: (2 - 15): £10.50 - £15.50
▪️Senior Citizen: £9.50 - £14.50
▪️Visitors with disabilities: £9.50 - £14.50
One registered carer goes free of charge
▪️Visitors under 2yrs old: FREE
▪️Groups of 10 or more guests: 10% discount
Must be booked together. Discount
automatically applied at checkout.
🐾 WHAT TO EXPECT
Get hands on with our rare breed farm animals, come face-to-face with wildlife, explore the nature trails and go wild in our adventure play areas whatever the weather!
☕️ CAFE & SHOP
Our Farm Shop & Café are open to all, so stop by to discover tasty local produce and children’s gifts and enjoy freshly made cakes & pastries.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
You can hire out mobility scooters if you require one. You just need to phone in advance.
☎️ Phone: 01296 670444
🎟 ONLINE TICKET PRICES - ONLINE PRICES SAVE £2 PER TICKET
▪️Adult: £10.50 - £15.50
▪️Child: (2 - 15): £10.50 - £15.50
▪️Senior Citizen: £9.50 - £14.50
▪️Visitors with disabilities: £9.50 - £14.50
One registered carer goes free of charge
▪️Visitors under 2yrs old: FREE
▪️Groups of 10 or more guests: 10% discount
Must be booked together. Discount
automatically applied at checkout.
🫖 Pawsome Afternoon Tea at Houghton Conquest Village Hall
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 13:30 - 15:00
🫖🍰 Join us for a fabulous Afternoon Tea in support of Cats Protection Bedford & Biggleswade Branch at Houghton Conquest Village Hall on Saturday 14th June 2025.
🥪 HOMEMADE TREATS
All treats are homemade with love by our amazing volunteers - from fluffy scones to savoury bites!
✅️ BOOKING SLOTS:
Every 10 minutes between 13:30 - 15:00.
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
▪️Adults: £11
4 finger sandwiches; 1 plain scone and 4 cakes.
▪️Children: £6
4 finger sandwiches (ham or cheese); crisps; 1 scone and 1 cupcake
💚 NOTE: Vegan option available
🥪 HOMEMADE TREATS
All treats are homemade with love by our amazing volunteers - from fluffy scones to savoury bites!
✅️ BOOKING SLOTS:
Every 10 minutes between 13:30 - 15:00.
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
▪️Adults: £11
4 finger sandwiches; 1 plain scone and 4 cakes.
▪️Children: £6
4 finger sandwiches (ham or cheese); crisps; 1 scone and 1 cupcake
💚 NOTE: Vegan option available
🕺SOUL MAN at The Rufus Centre, Flitwick - June 2025
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 19:30 - 23:00
🎶 You asked and we delivered! we are thrilled to welcome the Soul Man back for another night of Soul and Motown classics at The Rufus Centre in Flitwick.
▪️Doors open: 7:30pm
▪️Show starts: 8:00pm
▪️Disco after
🕺ABOUT:
One of the most well known and loved local artists, The Soul Man performs soul classics from artists such as Barry White, Luther Vandross, George Benson, The Temptations, The Drifters and many more, with a few Reggae faves too.
ℹ️ SEATING INFORMATION
Due to the large volume of guests, there is no allocated seating for this event, we will have limited seats available which will be on a first come, first serve basis.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
£12.00 (plus £1.00 booking fee)
▪️Doors open: 7:30pm
▪️Show starts: 8:00pm
▪️Disco after
🕺ABOUT:
One of the most well known and loved local artists, The Soul Man performs soul classics from artists such as Barry White, Luther Vandross, George Benson, The Temptations, The Drifters and many more, with a few Reggae faves too.
ℹ️ SEATING INFORMATION
Due to the large volume of guests, there is no allocated seating for this event, we will have limited seats available which will be on a first come, first serve basis.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
£12.00 (plus £1.00 booking fee)
🏊♂️ Wild Swimming and Sauna option at Waresley Park Estate (Ages 14+)
Saturday 14 June 2025
Price: £10.00
🏊♂️ Nestled within breathtaking parkland and surrounded by the calming sounds of nature, Waresley Park Estate offers a beautiful setting for wild and open water swimming.
▪️AGES: All attendees must be over 14 and under 18's must be supervised by an adult.
💦 ABOUT:
Our wild swimming experience is perfect for solo adventurers, couples, and families alike. Whether you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life or simply want to try something new, our experienced and friendly team (including an open water lifeguard) will be on hand to help you make the most of your time in the water.
PLEASE NOTE:
▪️If you’re new to wild swimming and planning to start in the cooler months, we recommend you attend our ‘Introduction to Cold Water Swimming’ Course.
▪️Tow-floats are always required.
▪️Please note dogs are not allowed at the lake. Thank you for your cooperation.
🎟 COST - £10pp
60-minute Wild Swimming (swim only) session £10. All sessions include a hot drink by the fire pit. You can book via the event link, you will find different session times available.
😌 SWIM & SAUNA SESSIONS: £30pp
Combine your swim with the soothing and restorative heat from our luxury lakeside sauna. Please note these sessions are at selected times. For more information, clickhere.
❓️QUESTIONS
▪️Do you have changing facilites?
We do not have changing facilities at the moment, but they are coming soon. Many swimmers opt to change underneath their dry robe, or you can change in the Tipi if its available.
▪️Do I need to bring my own two float?
We have some tow floats available to borrow if you don’t have your own.
Do you have changing facilites?
We do not have changing facilities at the moment, but they are coming soon. Many swimmers opt to change underneath their dry robe, or you can change in the Tipi if its available.
▪️What if the weather is bad?
We will still run wild swimming sessions in the rain, however for safety reasons the session might be cancelled during adverse weather conditions like thunderstorms and gale force winds.
▪️Are there toilets at the lake?
We have one portaloo at the lake. The nearest other toilets are at Bean Theory, our on-site coffee shop (approx. 10 minute walk up the hill)
▪️What should I wear for wild swimming?
Everyone is different, so please feel free to wear what feels comfortable for you, be it a swimsuit or wetsuit. Water shoes or socks can be helpful on the lake floor. Please also bring a towel and warm clothes.
🗺 GETTING TO THE LAKE:
On arrival at the estate, please follow the signs to the Bean Theory Car park. Once parked, walk down the gravel track on your left, below the vineyard. After a 5-minute stroll through the estate, your lifeguard will be at the lake to meet you.
ℹ️ FOR ENQUIRIES
For all enquiries regarding wild swimming, please email
📧 Email: lake@waresleyparkestate.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01296 670444
▪️AGES: All attendees must be over 14 and under 18's must be supervised by an adult.
💦 ABOUT:
Our wild swimming experience is perfect for solo adventurers, couples, and families alike. Whether you're looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life or simply want to try something new, our experienced and friendly team (including an open water lifeguard) will be on hand to help you make the most of your time in the water.
PLEASE NOTE:
▪️If you’re new to wild swimming and planning to start in the cooler months, we recommend you attend our ‘Introduction to Cold Water Swimming’ Course.
▪️Tow-floats are always required.
▪️Please note dogs are not allowed at the lake. Thank you for your cooperation.
🎟 COST - £10pp
60-minute Wild Swimming (swim only) session £10. All sessions include a hot drink by the fire pit. You can book via the event link, you will find different session times available.
😌 SWIM & SAUNA SESSIONS: £30pp
Combine your swim with the soothing and restorative heat from our luxury lakeside sauna. Please note these sessions are at selected times. For more information, clickhere.
❓️QUESTIONS
▪️Do you have changing facilites?
We do not have changing facilities at the moment, but they are coming soon. Many swimmers opt to change underneath their dry robe, or you can change in the Tipi if its available.
▪️Do I need to bring my own two float?
We have some tow floats available to borrow if you don’t have your own.
Do you have changing facilites?
We do not have changing facilities at the moment, but they are coming soon. Many swimmers opt to change underneath their dry robe, or you can change in the Tipi if its available.
▪️What if the weather is bad?
We will still run wild swimming sessions in the rain, however for safety reasons the session might be cancelled during adverse weather conditions like thunderstorms and gale force winds.
▪️Are there toilets at the lake?
We have one portaloo at the lake. The nearest other toilets are at Bean Theory, our on-site coffee shop (approx. 10 minute walk up the hill)
▪️What should I wear for wild swimming?
Everyone is different, so please feel free to wear what feels comfortable for you, be it a swimsuit or wetsuit. Water shoes or socks can be helpful on the lake floor. Please also bring a towel and warm clothes.
🗺 GETTING TO THE LAKE:
On arrival at the estate, please follow the signs to the Bean Theory Car park. Once parked, walk down the gravel track on your left, below the vineyard. After a 5-minute stroll through the estate, your lifeguard will be at the lake to meet you.
ℹ️ FOR ENQUIRIES
For all enquiries regarding wild swimming, please email
📧 Email: lake@waresleyparkestate.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01296 670444
Related Deals
🦅 Fathers Day Eagle Encounter 2025 at Herrings Green Activity Farm & Birds of Prey Centre, Wilstead
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 10:00 - 13:00 Price: £34.00
🦅 Fathers Day Eagle Encounter give a gift that will be remembered! This fathers day give your loved one a memorable gift, spend some time in the company of the giants of the skies.
🗓 DATES & TIMES 2025
▪️Saturday 14th June: 10.00 and 13:00
▪️Sunday 15th June: 10.00 and 13:00
😍 WHAT TO EXPECT
Under the guidance of the falconer you will be given the opportunity to meet and handle different species of Eagles, come face to face with the very impressive American Bald Eagle, Blue Chillean Eagle, Bateleur Eagle and more. The perfect time to get some photos and ask the falconer any questions you may have.
From here head out into the flying ground where you can experience their breath taking flight as they glide into your gloved hand.
The activity lasts for approximately 90 minutes.
Includes admission into the bird of prey centre and farm all day.
🎟 TICKETS PRICE: £34.00 per person
(ages 14+)
For anyone not participating in the experience standard ticked prices are:
▪️Adults: £15.95
▪️Child (2-15 years): £9.95
▪️Children under 2 years: Free
✅️ BOOKING ADVISED
We advise you book early to avoid disappointment. You can do this via the event link.
🗓 DATES & TIMES 2025
▪️Saturday 14th June: 10.00 and 13:00
▪️Sunday 15th June: 10.00 and 13:00
😍 WHAT TO EXPECT
Under the guidance of the falconer you will be given the opportunity to meet and handle different species of Eagles, come face to face with the very impressive American Bald Eagle, Blue Chillean Eagle, Bateleur Eagle and more. The perfect time to get some photos and ask the falconer any questions you may have.
From here head out into the flying ground where you can experience their breath taking flight as they glide into your gloved hand.
The activity lasts for approximately 90 minutes.
Includes admission into the bird of prey centre and farm all day.
🎟 TICKETS PRICE: £34.00 per person
(ages 14+)
For anyone not participating in the experience standard ticked prices are:
▪️Adults: £15.95
▪️Child (2-15 years): £9.95
▪️Children under 2 years: Free
✅️ BOOKING ADVISED
We advise you book early to avoid disappointment. You can do this via the event link.
🚘 U-BOOT - Baldock Car Boot Sale 2025
Saturday 14 June 2025
Time: 07:00
🚗 U-boot is open every Saturday morning (weather dependent) in Baldock.
🛍 BUYERS INFORMATION
▪️Time: From 7:00am
▪️Entry: Free
▪️Parking: Free
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
▪️Time: From 6:30am
▪️Pitch: £10.00
▪️Payment: Card or cash payments for pitches.
🚮 No bins, take all your rubbish home with you.
💖 CHARITY STALLS
We believe that it is our responsibility to re-pay the community for all the support
we’ve enjoyed over 25 years. So we have always made it our responsibility
to help charities with a special offer. We don’t give money but help them to help
themselves by giving them a very special deal on the price of a pitch. We particularly like having the smaller charities with us. For instance every year a husband and wife raise money for a special school to have an outing and any money left over is used towards much-needed equipment. Speak to one of our team, or phone us on 07852 70 70 74.
🗺 HOW TO FIND US
You can find us on the A507 just outside of Baldock. Coming from the A1 take the second exit from the ‘Tesco’ roundabout, follow this road to the next roundabout and then turn right. We are on the right just up the road.
📍For Sat navs use SG7 6RD which will bring you close enough to the field.
CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Ubootbaldock@gmail.com
☎️ Phone: 07852 70 70 74
🛍 BUYERS INFORMATION
▪️Time: From 7:00am
▪️Entry: Free
▪️Parking: Free
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
▪️Time: From 6:30am
▪️Pitch: £10.00
▪️Payment: Card or cash payments for pitches.
🚮 No bins, take all your rubbish home with you.
💖 CHARITY STALLS
We believe that it is our responsibility to re-pay the community for all the support
we’ve enjoyed over 25 years. So we have always made it our responsibility
to help charities with a special offer. We don’t give money but help them to help
themselves by giving them a very special deal on the price of a pitch. We particularly like having the smaller charities with us. For instance every year a husband and wife raise money for a special school to have an outing and any money left over is used towards much-needed equipment. Speak to one of our team, or phone us on 07852 70 70 74.
🗺 HOW TO FIND US
You can find us on the A507 just outside of Baldock. Coming from the A1 take the second exit from the ‘Tesco’ roundabout, follow this road to the next roundabout and then turn right. We are on the right just up the road.
📍For Sat navs use SG7 6RD which will bring you close enough to the field.
CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Ubootbaldock@gmail.com
☎️ Phone: 07852 70 70 74
