Wednesday 10 December (15)

🚂 Christmas at centre:mk 2025


✨️ Christmas at centre:mk 2025
Step into Starlight Square and discover the magic of Christmas in Middleton Hall.

🗓 2025 DATES
15th November 2025 - 4th January 2026
Please note Starlight Square will be closed 25th & 26th December and 1st January 2026.
Time will vary day to day, click on the event link to take you to the website.

🚂 WHAT TO EXPECT
From our Very Merry Christmas Market featuring unique and local businesses, to enchanting rides for all the family to enjoy together. Don't miss the Victorian Double Decker Carousel and Helter Skelter, Test Drive Santa's Sleigh with our VR experience, jump aboard our Train ride and admire the twinkling lights. 

Don't forget to stop off at Santa's Postbox and send your wish lists to the big man himself!

🎁 CHRISTMAS MARKET
Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift, picking out a festive outfit, or enjoying a festive day out with the family making special memories, there’s something for everyone to make the season feel truly special.

Very Merry Christmas Market will vary in opening times, click the event link to find out more.

🎟 RIDE PRICES:
▪️Train:
£2.50 per person
▪️VR Sleigh Ride:
£6 per person
(Book via the event link)
▪️Carousel:
£3 per person, per ride
▪️Helter Skelter:
£2 for 1 slide, per person, or £3 for 2 slides, per person

🎅 SANTA'S GROTTO WITH PETER RABBIT AND FRIENDS BOOKING & INFO
(21st Nov - 24th December 2025)

https://www.centremk.com/whats-on/events/santas-grotto-with-peter-rabbit-friends/

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION FOR MILTON KEYNES SHOPPING CENTRE ONLY
https://www.centremk.com/visit/amenities/ 

🎳 Midweek Bowling Offer - £10 for 3 games - GoBowling


Time: 12:00 - 22:00

🎳 Strike up some midweek fun at GObowling in Dunstable.

🎉 ABOUT THE OFFER
Enjoy 3 games of bowling for only £10 from Tuesday to Thursday from midday till close – that’s less than £3.50 a game!

Whether you’re looking to practice your game or just get together with friends. Take a break from the daily grind and join us at GObowling to unwind and reconnect with friends.

ℹ️ BOOKING 
Please call to book a lane
☎️ Phone: 01582 472727

Please note: This offer is not valid during school holidays.

⛸️ Ice Skating at Woburn Sands Garden Centre 2025


⛸️ Woburn Sands Garden Centre will have the annual real ice rink available for you and your family to enjoy. Ice skating sessions are available during the day, with extra evening sessions on certain days. Fully under cover so no need to worry about what the weather's doing outside!

​🎟 WHAT YOUR TICKET INCLUDES:
Tickets include skate hire and 40 minutes on the ice, everything you need for a fun ice skating experience! Discounted family tickets available. Whether you’re an experienced ice skater or it’s your first time on the ice, everyone is welcome.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES
Friday 17th November 2025 - Friday 2nd January 2026 (excluding 25th December 2025)

⛸️ Ice Skating: From £5.50 per person
Its back! Join us for our annual ice skating rink - with real ice! Skates included in the price. Skating aids available to hire on the day. Discounted family tickets also available!
*Minimum 1 adult per booking

👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 Family Tickets: From £18 per family
Its back! Join us for our annual ice skating rink - with real ice! Skates included in the price. Skating aids available to hire on the day.

✨️ SEN Sessions: From £5.50 per person

Join the fun and come along to a SEN ice skate. Everyone can enjoy the ice and can either use traditional skates or twin bladed ice skates for added stability. Carers or accompanying adults can use traditional ice skates or over shoe grippers.
♿️ Wheel chairs will be allowed on the ice for our SEN sessions. The music and lights are switched off for these sessions and the capacity is limited.
*Minimum 1 adult per booking

👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 SEN Sessions - Family Tickets: From £18 per family
Join the fun and come along to a SEN ice skate. Everyone can enjoy the ice and can either use traditional skates or twin bladed ice skates for added stability. Carers or accompanying adults can use traditional ice skates or over shoe grippers.
♿️ Wheel chairs will be allowed on the ice for our SEN sessions. The music and lights are switched off for these sessions and the capacity is limited.

🧒 Toddler Session: From £5.50 per person
Bring your little ones for an exclusive Parent and Toddler Ice Skating session. Under 4’s go free! You and your young children under 4 can enjoy the skating rink and can use the double bladed skates or over-shoe grippers. Pushchairs are allowed on the ice too!
*Minimum 1 adult per booking

⛸️ SKATING AIDS
Skating aids are available to purchase at the beginning of your ice skating session for the price of £5. They are available on a first come-first serve basis. The payment method is card only using a card reader.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01908 281161
📧 Email: hello@wsgardencentre.uk

🎼 Christmas With CONTINUUM 2025 - St Paul's Church, Bedford


Time: 19:30 - 21:30

⛪️ Join professional chamber choir Continuum as they return to St Paul's Church in Bedford for a festive evening of outstanding choral music.

🎼 MUSIC CATEGORY:
Classical

ℹ️ PROGRAMME INFORMATION
The programme includes seasonal favourites alongside classics from Benjamin Britten, Vaughan Williams, Herbert Howells and Eric Whitacre.

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult:
£24.54 (incl. £2.54 Fee)
▪️Student: £13.70 (incl. £1.70 Fee)
▪️Under-16: Free

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: manager@continuumchoir.co.uk

Thursday 11 December (19)

🧚‍♀️ The all new adventures of Peter Pan Panto 2025 at Grove Theatre, Dunstable


🏴‍☠️ Don’t miss our hilarious, fun-filled 2025 panto, The All New Adventures Of Peter Pan, starring Eastenders’ RITA SIMONS as Captain Hook, alongside Dunstable favourite WILL KENNING as Mrs Smee, with further cast to be announced soon.

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️
Friday 5th December 2025 - Sunday 4th January 2026

Once again, the show will be written by Paul Hendy, and produced by the award-winning Evolution Productions, the same team behind 2024’s box office smash-hit, Beauty and the Beast, and 2023’s brilliant Jack and the Beanstalk.

It’s never too early to book, with lavish sets, hilarious jokes and fun for the whole family, HOOK your tickets now!

🏫 RESERVED FOR SCHOOL DATES
Please note the following dates are reserved for school groups: Tuesday 9th, Wednesday 10th, Thursday 11th, Tuesday 16th, Wednesday 17th and Friday 19th (AM).

👋 SIGNED PERFORMANCE 
▪️Monday 29 December, 2pm.
😌 RELAXED PERFORMANCE
▪️Friday 2 January, 2pm.
🗣 AUDIO DESCRIBED PERFORMANCE
▪️Sunday 4 January, 1pm (with a touch tour prior to the show)  

🎟 BOOKING
(You can book via the event link)
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

🐻 Goldilocks And The Three Bears - Milton Keynes Theatre


🐻 Enter a world of wonder at Milton Keynes’ home of pantomime, as the magical Goldilocks and the Three Bears comes to Milton Keynes Theatre from 6th December 2025 - 11th January 2026 with afternoon & evening performances! Book tickets here.

🤩 ABOUT
For five weeks only, join iconic comedian, TV and musical theatre star Brian Conley, as the theatre is transformed into a sensational circus, where everything is possible, and anything could (and will) happen.

🎪 WHAT TO EXPECT
This festive extravaganza is packed with riotous comedy, extraordinary special effects, hair-raising stunts and international circus acts!
Goldilocks circus is under threat from an evil rival circus owner and, with the help of their circus friends, they’re battling to rescue their Big Top from ruin. Will they succeed? All seems lost, until three brilliant bears join the gang…
Roll up, roll up to see panto join the circus, and be swept away by a pantomime spectacular that’s just right!

🚫 DATES NOT SHOWING:
▪️Dec, 15th, 18th, 25th
▪️Jan, 1st, 5th,

🎟 TICKETS COST: FROM £15
(Plus booking fee)
BOOK HERE

⚽️ Join the Brand New Dunstable Thursday 6-a-side Football League!


Time: 19:00 - 21:00

⚽️ Football is back in Dunstable with a brand new Thursday night 6-a-side league at Houstone School, run by Leisure Leagues — the world’s largest provider of small-sided football.

This is a fun, friendly, and competitive league for adults of all abilities. Whether you have a full squad ready to go or you’re an individual looking to join a team, we’ll get you playing straight away.

🗓 WHEN?
Every Thursday evening: 7pm - 9pm

📍WHERE?
Houstone School, Dunstable, LU5 5PX
(3G pitches)

👨‍🦰 WHO CAN JOIN?
Players aged 16+ (teams or individuals welcome)

Extras: FA-qualified referees, weekly fixtures, league tables, and Veo camera match recordings uploaded online

Get active, meet new people, and enjoy the buzz of small-sided football in a great atmosphere.

📲 HOW TO JOIN
Sign up now HERE
Spaces are limited — secure your place today!

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
Louis@leisureleagues.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 07449773861 (Louis)

✨️ Twilight Christmas Market 2025 - Dunstable

Thursday 11 December 2025

Time: 16:00 - 21:00

✨️ Join us for a magical three evening event at the Twilight Christmas Market,  Middle Row in Dunstable.

🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Thursday 11 December: 4 pm - 9 pm
▪️Friday 12 Decemeber: 3 pm - 8 pm
▪️Saturday 13 December: 3 pm - 8 pm 

🧑‍🎄 EVENT DETAILS
These special festive events are filled with Christmas cheer, delicious food, and family fun.

🎅 FREE FOR KIDS..
The market will feature a free Santa’s Grotto, where children can meet Santa and make special memories. There will also be free face painting and a free children’s ride, making it the perfect evening for families to enjoy. As the sun sets, the Christmas lights will bring Middle Row to life, creating a truly magical atmosphere.

🛍 STALLS, FOOD & DRINK
Visitors can browse a wonderful variety of Christmas stalls offering gifts, crafts, and festive treats while enjoying a range of hot drinks and delicious food to keep you warm throughout the evening.

🎶 ENTERTAINMENT
The event will also feature free family entertainment, including performances on our community stage from talented local bands and community groups.

🎶 Twilight Stage - Thursday 11 December
▪️5 pm to 5.45pm Hope Church
▪️6 pm to 6.45 pm The Salvation Army
▪️7 pm to 7.45 pm Forevercol
▪️8 pm to 8.45 pm Caroline Greene

🎶 Twilight Stage - Friday 12 December
▪️3.30 pm to 4.15 pm Astrolite
▪️4.30 pm to 5.15 pm After Hours
▪️5.30 pm to 6.15 pm Wisteria
▪️6.30 pm to 7.15 pm Forevercol
▪️7.30 pm to 8 pm Fizzy Lizzy

🎶 Twilight Stage - Saturday 13 December
▪️3.30 pm to 4.15 pm Rock Choir
▪️4.30 pm to 5.15 pm Agnieszka Murchie
▪️5.30 pm to 6.15 pm Square Singers
▪️6.30 pm to 7.15 pm Forevercol
▪️7.30 pm to 8 pm Fizzy Lizzy

✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated 2025


Time: 16:00 - 20:30

✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated returns for 2025, ready to light up Hertfordshire with over 20 sparkling light displays - including brand new installations - and a better than ever festive food village, offering visitors this year a truly elevated experience.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Open from 27th November 2025 through 1st January 2026
▪️First entry from 4pm, last entry from 7:30pm

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Magic illuminates every step along the 1.7km trail that weaves through the estate’s historic Grade II* listed gardens, where more than 20 dazzling installations will mesmerise each and every visitor. With more magical moments and festive photo opps than ever before, including never-before-seen displays, Ashridge House Illuminations is not to be missed!

🎡 NEW FOR 2025 / FROM £6.00
▪️Observation wheel

Set within the heart of our dazzling light trail, the 115ft Observation Wheel offers breathtaking views of Illuminated from above. Perfect for all ages to soak in the wonder of Christmas high above the crowd where magic illuminates every step. Simply add as an 'extra' at checkout!

🐶 DOG INFORMATION
▪️Wednesday & Thursday

Due to last year’s popularity of dog-friendly sessions, dogs will be once again welcome to join their humans on the trail every Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Pups and humans alike will have the opportunity to visit the extended festive Food Village, which promises to deliver a bigger and cosier experience than last year, with even more seasonal favourites, warming drinks, and sweet treats from local traders.

🅿️ FREE PARKING & ACCESSIBILITY
Free parking right near the trail’s entrance
Wheelchair and buggy accessible*

🗺 WHERE IS ASHRIDGE HOUSE?
Ashridge House is conveniently located in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, off J20 on the M25, just a 30 min drive from Luton and 45 min drive from Heathrow. The nearest train station is Berkhamsted, which visitors can reach in only 35 mins from London Euston train station.

🎟 TICKET COST & BOOKING:
▪️From £14.40 for children
▪️From £23.50 for adults
▪️Please send your enquiries for groups larger than 15 to groups@seetickets.com.

Booking and managing tickets to Ashridge House Illuminations couldn’t be easier, thanks to a booking system that allows visitors to easily change the day of their visit in case of wet weather at absolutely no extra cost. You can book via the event link.

🗺 Fantasy Map Drawing and Miniatures Painting - Sandringham Hub, Houghton Regis


Time: 18:00 - 21:00 Price: £5.00

🗺 Join us for a beginner friendly art session: Fantasy Map Drawing and Miniatures Painting at the Sandringham Hub in Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire.

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️October 2nd, 16th, 23rd, 30th
▪️November 13th, 20th, 27th
▪️December 4th, 11th

▪️AGES:
Suitable for ages 14+, Staff and Volunteers are Enhanced DBS checked. Please let us know if you require a carer or guardian with you, who will not be participating, as we will reserve them a chair free of charge.

ℹ️ ABOUT US
More Than Board Games is a new Social Enterprise, created to unite and support people using the power of board games. We are a not-for-profit Community Interest Company, money we make from ticket sales is used to fund community projects hosted by More Than Board Games.

This event is run by More Than Board Games, in partnership and shared space with Sew What Have I Found For You.

More Than Board Games Community Interest Company is a proud member of the Safe Space Alliance.

✅️ NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED
Perfect for D&D, TTRPG and Warhammer fans or those looking for an accessible way into a new hobby. Step-by-step assistance, friendly hosts, free refreshments all evening.

✅️ WHAT'S INCLUDED?
No experience or materials needed, we provide everything. (Yes, even a primed miniature figurine!). If you would like to bring your own miniatures, then you are welcome do so. We ask that you still purchase a ticket to reserve a space.

📍HOW TO FIND US
▪️Location: 48 Sandringham Dr, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 5UP
▪️By Car: The Hub is close to both Houghton Regis and Dunstable town centre. It can be reached via Junction 11 (Luton) of the M1 motorway and is within easy reach of the A5 in Dunstable.
▪️Bus Stops: Milton Way and Windsor Drive serviced by Arriva: A & Z Busses
▪️Train Stations: The nearest stations are Leagrave and Luton

🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Free, unreserved, on street parking: Sandringham Drive and Tudor Drive

♿️ ACCESS INFORMATION
Stepfree access throughout the entire building. Main entrance door: 74cm - 154cm. Meeting room door:90cm. Table height: 72cm & 78cm. Wheelchair access toilet onsite.

📧 ENQUIRIES
If you require anymore information for this event please contact our friendly team at events@morethanboardgames.co.uk

🎟 TICKET COST: £5 person - plus ticket fee. 

🎨 Messy Play - Bennett's Recreational Ground, Dunstable, Dunstable


Time: 11:00 - 13:00

🎨 Messy Play at Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground, Dunstable.

🗓 2025 DAYS & TIMES
▪️
Every Thursday, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
▪️Term time only

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for safe, sensory-rich activities designed especially for children aged 0–5. Let your little ones explore, create, and play.

FOOD & DRINK
Hosted by: Bennett’s Café & Community Hub Food and refreshments available to purchase on-site.

🧩 Accessibility Note: If you’d like help checking accessibility details, feel free to reach out or visit the café beforehand.
☎️ Phone: 01582 513000

🪙 COST: £2
No booking required—just drop in and join the fun!

🧡 Supported by: Dunstable Town Council & Bennett’s Café 

✨️ The Land of Lights 2025 - Gulliver's Dinosaur and Farm Park, Milton Keynes


✨️ Land of Lights will be lighting up the skies at Gulliver’s Milton Keynes throughout winter 2025 with NEW lantern displays and glowing scenes.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️
7 - 9 November
▪️14 - 16 November
▪️21 - 23 November
▪️28 - 30 November
▪️4 - 7 December
▪️10 - 24 December
▪️28 - 31 December
▪️1 - 4 January 2026
▪️From 10th January, Saturday & Sunday's only for the rest of January 2026
▪️February 2026: Saturday's only

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT

Step into the original Land of Lights experience at Gulliver’s Resort, Milton Keynes, the festival that lit the way. Now expanded to two more UK locations due to overwhelming popularity, Milton Keynes remains the heart of the glow. Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year after year.

🐶 DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
You and your furry friends can explore the magic of Land of Lights together at all three locations! Bring your pup on a short lead and enjoy an unforgettable night as you explore the magnificent lanterns.

*All Wednesdays and Sundays (wherever operational) are dog-friendly.

❓️ACCESSIBILITY & FREQUENT QUESTIONS
Click here

🎟 TICKET COST
Ticket costs may vary on different days & times chosen. Click the event link.

🚂 Christmas at centre:mk 2025


✨️ Christmas at centre:mk 2025
Step into Starlight Square and discover the magic of Christmas in Middleton Hall.

🗓 2025 DATES
15th November 2025 - 4th January 2026
Please note Starlight Square will be closed 25th & 26th December and 1st January 2026.
Time will vary day to day, click on the event link to take you to the website.

🚂 WHAT TO EXPECT
From our Very Merry Christmas Market featuring unique and local businesses, to enchanting rides for all the family to enjoy together. Don't miss the Victorian Double Decker Carousel and Helter Skelter, Test Drive Santa's Sleigh with our VR experience, jump aboard our Train ride and admire the twinkling lights. 

Don't forget to stop off at Santa's Postbox and send your wish lists to the big man himself!

🎁 CHRISTMAS MARKET
Whether you’re hunting for the perfect gift, picking out a festive outfit, or enjoying a festive day out with the family making special memories, there’s something for everyone to make the season feel truly special.

Very Merry Christmas Market will vary in opening times, click the event link to find out more.

🎟 RIDE PRICES:
▪️Train:
£2.50 per person
▪️VR Sleigh Ride:
£6 per person
(Book via the event link)
▪️Carousel:
£3 per person, per ride
▪️Helter Skelter:
£2 for 1 slide, per person, or £3 for 2 slides, per person

🎅 SANTA'S GROTTO WITH PETER RABBIT AND FRIENDS BOOKING & INFO
(21st Nov - 24th December 2025)

https://www.centremk.com/whats-on/events/santas-grotto-with-peter-rabbit-friends/

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION FOR MILTON KEYNES SHOPPING CENTRE ONLY
https://www.centremk.com/visit/amenities/ 

🎳 Midweek Bowling Offer - £10 for 3 games - GoBowling


Time: 12:00 - 22:00

🎳 Strike up some midweek fun at GObowling in Dunstable.

🎉 ABOUT THE OFFER
Enjoy 3 games of bowling for only £10 from Tuesday to Thursday from midday till close – that’s less than £3.50 a game!

Whether you’re looking to practice your game or just get together with friends. Take a break from the daily grind and join us at GObowling to unwind and reconnect with friends.

ℹ️ BOOKING 
Please call to book a lane
☎️ Phone: 01582 472727

Please note: This offer is not valid during school holidays.