Friday 19 September (21)

🦁 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/ 

👶 Little Sapplings Stay and Play - Clophill


Time: 09:30 - 11:00

👶 STAY & PLAY FOR FOR BABIES AND TODDDLERS EVERY FRIDAY IN CLOPHILL - TERM TIME ONLY!

HOW MUCH?
🔸️From 9.30am - Child is £5
🔸️From 10.00am - Child is £3
🔸️Babies: Free

WHAT TO EXPECT;
⭐️ Free flow play in our INCREDIBLE Clophill St Mary's Lower School and Nursery.
⭐️ Baby area.
⭐️ Playtime in our Wonderful Early Years Garden!
⭐️ Free weekly raffle.

REFRESHMENTS
☕ Coffee and cake for adults!
🍏 Healthy snack for all children & adults

💥 NEW CARD LOYALTY CARD
We love seeing you every week and want to give something back to you....
So every week you come, you will get your card stamped....and when you have collected 10 stamps, you will get your next session free!!!

✅️ KEEP UPDATED
Follow the Facebook Page incase of any changes or cancellations.

🍻 Beer & Gin Festival 2025 - Milton Keynes Museum


Time: 11:00 - 16:30

🍻 Celebrate Heritage Open days 2025 with a pint or a G&T at our Beer and Gin Festival at Milton Keynes Museum.

🎉 New for 2025: We’re excited to introduce a curated selection of premium gins at our pop-up bar in the barn. You’ll also find a great choice of real ales and ciders — all at reasonable prices. We accept both cash and card, please drink responsibly.

The Granary Tearoom will also be serving the usual selection of light bites and refreshments.

Enjoy a drink or two in our pleasant and spacious courtyard before (or after) exploring the rest of the Museum.

✅️ NO BOOKING NEEDED
Due to the Beer Festival being part of the Heritage Open Days event, entry to the festival and Museum is free – no need to book!

🗓 Beer and gin bar opening times:
▪️
Thursday 18 and Friday 19 September
🕚 11.00am – 4.30pm
▪️Saturday 20 and Sunday 21  September:
🕚 11.00am – 5.00pm

ℹ️ WANT TO PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS?
Are you looking to promote your business to the local community? Who not sponsor a beer barrel and also support your local Museum! Email info@mkmuseum.org.uk to discuss options.

👻 2:22 A Ghost Story Live at Milton Keynes Theatre - Milton Keynes Theatre


Time: 19:30

👻 Following seven West End seasons, a record-breaking UK and Ireland tour and thirty productions across the globe, the stage phenomenon 2:22 A Ghost Story now comes to Milton Keynes.

▪️AGES:
12+

🗓 SEPTEMBER 2025 DATES & TIMES

▪️Tuesday 16th September: 19:30
▪️Wednesday 17th September: 14:30 & 19:30
▪️Thursday 18th September: 19:30
▪️Friday 19th September: 19:30
▪️Saturday 20th September: 14:30 & 19:30

ℹ️ ABOUT
Winner of BEST NEW PLAY at the WhatsOnStage Awards, Kevin Clifton (Strictly Come Dancing, Everybody’s Talking About Jamie, Chicago) and Stacey Dooley (TV presenter and Strictly winner) star as fictional couple Sam and Jenny in this edge-of-your-seat supernatural thriller. Dooley reprises her role from her stage debut in the 2024 West End production, with Clifton joining her in venues across the country throughout 2025. They’re joined by Grant Kilburn (2:22 A Ghost Story) as Ben and Shvorne Marks (Three Little Birds, Get Millie Black) as Lauren.

Written by Danny Robins, creator of the hit BBC podcasts Uncanny and The Battersea Poltergeist, 2:22 A Ghost Story comes fresh from record-breaking seasons at five West End theatres with a host of acclaimed star performances. It’s a brilliantly funny and adrenaline-filled night where secrets emerge and ghosts may or may not appear… What do you believe? And do you dare discover the truth?

“THERE’S SOMETHING IN OUR HOUSE. I HEAR IT EVERY NIGHT, AT THE SAME TIME"

Jenny believes her new home is haunted, but her husband Sam isn’t having any of it. They argue with their first dinner guests, old friend Lauren and new partner Ben. Can the dead really walk again? Belief and scepticism clash, but something feels strange and frightening, and that something is getting closer, so they’re going to stay up… until 2:22… and then they’ll know.

🎟 TICKET PRICES
▪️Range from £15 - £70 depending on seating location
▪️Treat Bundle - bag of sweets or chocolate, soft drink and savoury nibbles £10.50

NOTE: A booking fee of £3.95 is applied to each order

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY SUPPORT & BOOKING
Call our Accessibility Assistance line
☎️ Phone: 03330 095 399
Please note you will need to register for our Access Membership Scheme to book tickets.

👶 Kings Tots - Kings Church, Flitwick


Time: 09:15 - 11:15

👶 King's Tots in at King's Church in Flitwick, Bedfordshire.

WHEN?
▪️Every Friday: 9:30-11:15am
▪️Term time only

👶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our play group for pre-schoolers and their families or carers. There are songs, craft, a Bible story and loads of chance to play! And for the adults there’s the opportunity for a good cuppa and chat with other parents, grandparents and carers.

🪙 ENTRY COST - £1.50 per family

🗓 WHAT'S ON KINGS CHURCH CALENDER?
Click here

📘 KEEP UPDATED
Keep updated incase of any changes or cancellations on the Facebook page.

🧒 Free Stay & Play - Toddington Library


Time: 09:30 - 11:00

🧒 Join us on Fridays 9.30am to 11am for lots of fun and an opportunity to meet other parents at Toddington Library's Stay & Play group!

▪️AGES:
Suitable for babies and under 5 years.

✅️ NO BOOKING NEEDED
No need to book, just drop in. Term time only.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 0300 300 8069

🔥 The Ultimate Ladies Night Show - Addison Centre, Kempston


Time: 20:00

💥 We have 50 tickets to give away!!
The Ultimate Ladies Night Show is FRIDAY 19TH SEPTEMBER 2025 at The Addison Centre, Kempston from 7pm.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Prepare for a dazzling spectacle featuring our top-tier male entertainers. But the excitement doesn't stop there! The show is elevated to a whole new level with the inclusion of a sensational drag queen, blending high-energy entertainment with electrifying drag artistry. It's the perfect mix of glamour, laughs, and pure entertainment.

🎫 HOW TO CLAIM TOUR FREE TICKET
To claim your free ticket, please send an email to:
theultimateladiesnightshow@yahoo.com
Quoting - FREE TICKET, VENUE AND FULL NAME

The voucher attached below in the photos is NOT A TICKET! your actual ticket will be emailed to you after you've sent the email.

➡️ CAN'T ATTEND? PASS IT ON..
If you are unable to attend, please feel free to pass this offer along to a friend or family member so they can enjoy the show.

🎟 ADDITIONAL TICKETS
If you would like to purchase additional tickets, please visit the event link below. We look forward to seeing you there!
▪️Early bird: £6.50
▪️General: £16.26
▪️VIP: £21.68

💘 Singles Night - The Residence Bar & Kitchen, Milton Keynes


Time: 19:30 - 23:30 Price: £18.00

💘 We create low-pressure, high-vibe spaces for people to connect, laugh, flirt, and feel human again — no apps, no algorithms, no awkward name tags. Just real people, real conversation, and a welcome break from the dating treadmill. Arrival drink included in the ticket before 8pm.

▪️AGES: All ages over 18

ℹ️ Terms & Conditions
This event is open to adults aged 18 or over and who are currently single. By purchasing a ticket you confirm you meet this requirement.
We want to create a relaxed and friendly environment. Please treat all attendees with respect. Any inappropriate, offensive or disruptive bahaviour may result in removal from the event without a refund.

Attendees are responsible for their own interactions and safety during and after the event. The organisers accept no liability for any personal outcomes, meetings or relationships that may result.

We may take photos and videos for promotional purposes and by attending you agree you may appear in this content.
Your details will only be used for event management and communication. We will never share yur personal information without your consent.

🎨 🥂 Sip & Paint (Free entry) - The Crown, Flitwick


Time: 19:30

🥂 Just for fun! Gather up some friends and come and join us for some drinks and a paint at The Crown in Flitwick on Friday 19th September from 7.30pm.

▪️AGES: Adults only!
We aren't talking works of art here - just Friday night fun!

🎨 ABOUT
All painting stuff provided. Totally FREE event.

🍰☕️ Coffee & Cake for £5 - The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, Barton-le-Clay


Time: 14:00

☕️ The best way to sweeten up your week? Cake & a hot drink for just £5 at The Olde Watermill Village, Barton-le-Clay.

🍰 Visit Mill House Coffee on site after 2pm to enjoy your treat!

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 882709

🎳 Unlimited Friday Night Bowling in Dunstable - GoBowling


Time: 20:00

🥳 Friday Party Night – Enjoy UNLIMITED bowling from 8PM – Very Late!

🎳 DETAILS
The weekend starts on Friday night at GObowling!

There’s nothing better than starting your weekend with a stress relieving night out with those closest to you. And at GObowling we have everything you need to make an evening of it! So join us for some great meal/bar deals, a fun party atmosphere, and cheeky prizes to won all night!

🏆 Lots of prizes to be won!!

▪️COST - £15 per person

ℹ️ HOW TO BOOK:
☎️ Call us on: 01582 47 27 27

🎤 Acoustopaea - Queens Head Inn, Milton Ernest


Time: 20:30 - 23:00

🎤 Acoustopaea appearing at The Queens Head Inn, Milton Ernest on 19th September starting at 8pm.

🎸 WHAT MUSIC?
playing an electric mix of rock and pop covers spanning over 5 decades from the 60s onwards in their own acoustic style.

ℹ️ ABOUT THE QUEENS HEAD INN
The Queens Head Inn is set in a stone building which dates back to the 17th century.
After significant, sympathetic refurbishments we offer a highly rated restaurant, excellent bar and wonderful hotel rooms for a comfortable stay in the Bedford area. all accompanied by a warm welcome. Situated just a few miles north of Bedford, on the A6 The Queens Head hotel rooms are ideal for business travellers and private guests alike. Our comfortable overnight rooms with en suite bathrooms include free wi-fi and tea and coffee making facilities plus our famous breakfasts await you in the restaurant in the morning.

✅️ HOTEL ROOMS
✅️ FOOD

OPENING TIMES:
🍺 BAR
Mon-Wed: 12-9pm
Thurs: 12-10pm
Fri: 12-11pm
Sat: 12-10pm
Sun: 12-6pm

😴 HOTEL
▪️Checkin: 3pm-6pm
▪️Hotel Check out: 10.00am

😋 FOOD MONDAY - SUNDAY
▪️
Breakfast: 8-10.00am
▪️Lunch Mon-Fri: 12-2.30pm
▪️Dinner: 6pm-8pm
▪️Sat: 12-3pm & 6-8pm
▪️Sun: 12-4.30pm

ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone:
01234 581166

🎤 Live Music - The Angels Share, Hitchin


Time: 20:00 - 01:00

🎤 Live music at The Angels' Share, Hitchin this long weekend.

🫶 Again, I look at this list and can say with my hand on my heart they would not be out of place on any stage anywhere in the world. Authentic -  class and quality in abundance.

🗓 SEPTEMBER 2025
▪️Thu 18th - Jim Watts
▪️Fri 19th - Mark Sullivan
▪️Sat 20th - Paul Hilder
▪️Sun 21st - Jazzface (from 4:30pm)

🕗 OPENING TIMES
▪️Thursday: 8 pm–12:15 am
▪️Friday: 8 pm–1 am
▪️Saturday: 8 pm–1 am

🍛 FANCY A CURRY THURSDAY?
Book by phoning: 07920426727 

🎶 Wicked Friday's - The Venue, Biggleswade


Time: 22:00 - 04:00

🎧 Dance at The Venue, Biggleswade Night Club this Friday 19th September 2025 with DJ Magic Tom on the decks—non-stop party anthems 10pm - 4am.

🎶 WHAT MUSIC?
RnB, Hip Hop, Pop Classics & Drum n Bass

🥃 DRINK OFFER
Double up on house spirits for only £1 from 10pm - 12am!

🆔️ 18+ ID required

💷 ENTRY COST
▪️£5 Before 12am
▪️£10 after 12am

🎶 Smokin Gunz is Live The Golden Bell, Leighton Buzzard


Time: 20:00

🔥 Live at The Golden Bell – Smokin Gunz on Friday 19th September at 8 PM The Golden Bell, Leighton Buzzard.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT

🎸 Get ready for a night of pure energy as Smokin Gunz take the stage, featuring the one-of-a-kind Duncan Disorderly.

🎶 An upbeat blues trio – these guys know how to bring the fire. If you love your blues loud, lively and full of soul, this is the gig for you. 

🍻 Gather your mates, grab a pint, and let’s rock the blues at The Golden Bell.

🎶 😋 Bedford Beats & Bites, September 2025 - The Harpur Suite, Bedford


Time: 16:00 - 21:00

🎉 Ready for Bedford’s Beats & Bites?
This Friday, 19th September 2025 from 4pm to 9pm at Harpur Square, Bedford for an evening filled with amazing street food and great tunes!


😋 WHAT TO BRING
Bring your friends, bring your appetite, and get ready for a fantastic night out! 
See you there for good food, good music, and good vibes. Chairs & tables will be put out for you to relax.

Saturday 20 September (24)

💃 Dragged to the Musicals - Grove Theatre, Dunstable


Time: 19:30

💃 Get ready for a Night at the Musicals like you’ve never seen before at Grove Theatre in Dunstable.

✨️ ABOUT
Dragged to the Musicals - All the eleganza-extravaganza of the West End, combined with the fierce and fabulous world of Drag! A night of sassy showstoppers, where the divas are anything but dull! If you can’t handle the ‘T’, then sashay away, cos’ the dolls are really gonna slay!

100% LIVE VOCALS - Absolutely no lip sync battles on this stage. Just unbelievable vocal talent, sprinkled with sass.

Whether you live for Les Mis, cheer for Mamma Mia or crazy for Kinky Boots, there is something for everyone in this ultimate twist on a classic night at the theatre.

With super slick show-stoppers and epic camp-choreo, our Queens will leave you gagging! Dragged to the Musicals; Serving you a night you won’t forget!

🎟 TICKET COST: From £29
NOTE: A £3.50 transaction fee will be applied to your booking. You can book via the event link.

♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Tickets can be not booked online please phone the box office.

☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01582 60 20 80

🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2025


- 12:00

🚘 Milton Keynes car boot sale located at the under cover car park, Morrisons in Milton Keynes. Held on the the first and third Saturday of the month.

⭐️ BUYERS: Free
From: 8am -12pm

⭐️ SELLERS: £5
Just turn up and arrive for 7am

CONTACT DETAILS
📧 If would like more information please get in touch with me at:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk

💖 CHARITY
100% of all pitch fees go to our charity partner Marie Curie UK and my aim is to raise 20k for them this year for 2025🙏

🎣 Men to Talk - Fishing for well-being at Manor Farm Lake in Lower Caldecotte


Time: 13:00 - 15:00 Price: £5.00

🗣 A Safe Space for Men to Talk
For Men To Talk’ is a support group for men dealing with anxiety, depression, and grief. The fishing meetings give men a chance to talk openly with others who understand. Whether they share their struggles or simply enjoy the quiet company of others, they are never alone.

Casting lines and building connections: ‘For Men To Talk and Fish’ in 2025 In 2025, ‘For Men To Talk’ will continue their popular ‘For Men To Talk and Fish’ meetings at Manor Farm Lakes in Lower Caldecote. These sessions are more than just fishing—they’re a lifeline...

🎣 The Mental Health Benefits of Fishing
Fishing is more than just a hobby. It helps men step away from their busy lives and relax. The slow, steady process of fishing—casting a line, waiting, and focusing on the water—can be very calming. It helps lower stress and gives men time to clear their minds.
Spending time outdoors is also important for mental health. Being in nature can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and boost overall well-being. Fishing provides a chance to breathe fresh air, enjoy quiet moments, and feel a sense of achievement.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?
A fully qualified facilitator and level 2 angling coach with over 30 years of angling experience. They will also provide fishing tackle, bait, etc. Please note that a rod licence to fish will be provided.

🎟 TICKET PRICE - £5
‘For Men To Talk’ ask for a non-refundable contribution amount of £5 per meeting.
Required attendees: 8 men. Tickets can be booked via the event link.

CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07709446480
📧 Email: luke@formentotalk.co.uk

🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday, 12 April 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 26 April 2025 (1:00pm - 3.00pm)
▪️Saturday, 17 May 2025 (3:30pm - 5:30pm)
▪️Saturday, 7 June 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 28 June 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 2 August 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 30 August 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 20 September 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 1 November 2025 (1:00pm -  3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 1 November 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)

⛪️ Church Tower Tour at St Andrews Church, Ampthill


Time: 14:00 - 16:30

⛪️ Climb 80 steps to explore the rooms within St Andrew's Church Tower, Ampthill, have a look at the bells and finish on the roof top with the best view of Ampthill and surrounding countryside that you can get without a drone!

▪️AGES:
4 years+ and accompanied by an adult.

🕑 TOUR TIMES:
14:00 - 15:00 - 16:00

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult:
£8.67
▪️Child (school age): £2.17