Thursday 29 January (16)

😎 I Grew Up 80's Exhibition - North Hertfordshire Museum, Hitchin


Time: 10:30 - 16:30

😎 Since opening, we've already had thousands of visitors come to see our nostalgic exhibition 'I Grew Up 80s' and they have left us some wonderful comments about their visit. FREE ADMISSION.

🗓 2026 OPENING DAYS & TIMES

▪️Mondays and Bank Holidays: closed
▪️Tuesdays – Saturdays: 10.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.
▪️Sundays: 11.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m.

🎮 ABOUT
Pop in and judge for yourself. From toys and film posters to beta max and game consoles, there’s something in here for everyone of a certain age (or even those that were a twinkle in their mother’s eye but still think it’s cool stuff).

We even have an actual arcade machine which you can try out. Yes, you heard us right, bring your 50 pences and play a 1980s game with a joystick. No touchscreens here.

So come down to the museum and be transported back to the 1980s, it’s free!
The exhibition runs until 15 March 2026.

🐶 DOGS
We are dog-friendly! You are welcome to bring your dogs provided they are well behaved and on a lead.

☕️ THE CAFE
If you need refreshment, our café serves a variety of drinks, savoury and sweet snacks, and light meals.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://northhertsmuseum.org/accessibility/

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01462 474554

🫖 Afternoon Tea - Bromham Mill Coffee Shop


Time: 13:30 - 16:00 Price: £28.00

🫖 Join us from 1:30-4:00pm for a cosy festive Afternoon Tea at The Mill Coffee Shop, Bromham.

🧁 WHAT'S INCLUDED?
A delicious treat featuring a selection of sandwiches, scones, cakes, tea or coffee. (2 drinks per person included / non alcoholic )

🎟 BOOKING INFORMATION - £28PP
Book via the event link. Please purchase the number of tickets/people joining you under one booking name if you wish to sit together so we can plan our table allocation accordingly before the day.

Once you’ve purchased your ticket, you’ll receive a digital download (printable ticket). Please print it and bring it with you on the.

🐶 DOGS
We absolutely love our four-legged friends, but due to the size of the room and limited space for this event, dogs won’t be able to join us for Afternoon Tea. Thank you so much for your understanding!   

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS/ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone:
07745 522 610
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🛍 Willen Hospice Clearance Outlet (New) - Stacey Bushes, Milton Keynes


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

✨️ We’ve opened a new dedicated Willen Hospice Clearance Outlet, Milton Keynes — giving unsold items from our shops one last chance to sell before being recycled. Come along and grab a bargain.

📆 OPENING TIMES
▪️
Wednesday - Sunday: 10.00am - 4.00pm
(Closed Monday's & Tuesday's)

ℹ️ ABOUT
It’s affordable, fast-paced, and better for the planet. Most importantly, every purchase helps fund vital care at Willen Hospice. Big impact. Small prices.

Discover ladieswear, menswear, homewares and clearance music by Off the Record MK

✨️ Regular stock drops
New stock arrives multiple times a week, so there’s always something new to discover.

✨️ One big weekly drop
Weekly delivery from our Warehouse and Distribution Centre — reopening each week with a fresh selection. You'll want to visit again and again.

💷 COST
Everything is priced at £1, £3 or £5 no individual price tags, just brilliant value. 

🎳 🍔 £10 = 2 x Games of Bowling, Plus a Burger Meal - Tenpin, Milton Keynes


Time: 18:00 - 00:00 Price: £10.00

🎳🍔 £10 Thursdays -  Online only!
Are you looking for a great value bowling deal? Thursday is the new Friday. Start your weekend early with our fantastic Thursday deal which includes: £10.00 for 2 Games of Bowling & 1 Burger Meal 

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Get the good times rolling! Book online from 6pm and you'll get 2 games of bowling, a burger and crispy fries for only £10 per person. If you're feeling hungrier treat yourself to some more Tenpin food, as well as some refreshing drinks to make the most of your family evening out with the kids or friends.

🍔 WHAT BURGER MEALS?
The Burger Meal includes a burger and chips. The burger choices are a single 2oz Champion Burger, Champion Cheese Burger, or Vegetable Burger (V).

📍FIND A TENPIN NEAR ME: Click here 

ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 0333 038 6565 

🐷 Only £7.50* at Woodside Animal Farm, Luton This January 2026


Time: 10:00 - 16:30

🐷 Welcome to Woodside animal Farm, where adventure, nature, and family fun come together.

🗓 JANUARY 2026 DATES & TIMES
Wednesday - Sunday: 10am - 4:30pm


ℹ️ ABOUT
Set in beautiful rural surroundings, our farm park is home to friendly animals, exciting play areas, and hands-on activities for all ages. Whether you're feeding the goats, playing crazy golf, riding the tractor, or letting little ones run wild in our dedicated play zones, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Come and discover a day filled with fresh air, laughter, and unforgettable memories at Woodside Farm Park!

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY 
The whole park is accessible for wheelchair users with the exception of the upstairs play area. Assistance dogs are of course welcome, and we ask where possible that your dog wears an identifying jacket and is kept on a lead. This helps other customers recognise your dog as an assistance dog and give them the space they need. It also helps to avoid confusion over whether pets are allowed on the farm.
If there is an issue with your dog wearing a jacket or being on a lead please contact us ahead of your visit on 01582 841044 so that we are aware in advance. We will happily work with you and your assistance dog to make sure you get the best out of your visit.

🚻 TOILETS
▪️Located in the car park, PlayBarn and central main park.
▪️Disabled toilets located in car park and central main park.

🅿️ PARKING
All car parking is free. There are designated disabled parking bays. Please note coaches are only permitted with pre booked group visits. Coaches are not permitted to enter the car park under any circumstances at weekends or during school holidays.

🎟 ONLINE TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £7.50 to £10.00
▪️Child (2-15): £7.50 to £10.00
▪️Tiny Tots (12-24 months): £5.00
▪️Under 12 months: Free
▪️Essential Companions: Click here

(Plus booking fee)

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 841044

🎤 TINA - Tina Turner Musical - Milton Keynes Theatre (2026)


Time: 19:30

🎤 West End mega-hit TINA – The Tina Turner Musical, comes to Milton Keynes Theatre as part of its first ever UK & Ireland tour.

▪️AGES:
Age guidance: 14+. The production includes scenes depicting domestic violence, references to suicide, racist language, strong language, loud music, strobe lighting, haze, and gunshots.

🕝 TIME: 2 hours 45 minutes incl. interval

ℹ️ ABOUT

From humble beginnings in Nutbush, Tennessee, to her triumphant transformation into a multi award-winning global superstar, Tina Turner didn’t just break the rules, she rewrote them, winning 12 Grammy Awards and selling more concert tickets than any other solo performer in music history.

Set to the pulse-pounding soundtrack of her iconic hits, including The Best, What’s Love Got To Do With It?, Private Dancer and River Deep, Mountain High, discover the heart and soul behind the Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Experience her inspiring story live on stage as this exhilarating celebration reveals the untold story of a woman who dared to dream fiercely, shatter barriers and defy the bounds of age, gender and race to conquer the world against all odds.

Presented in association with Tina Turner, written by Olivier Award and Pulitzer Prize winning playwright Katori Hall (The Mountaintop) and directed by the internationally acclaimed Phyllida Lloyd (Mamma Mia!), this five-star show is “simply the best” (Daily Mail).

🎟 TICKETS COST: From £42.00
NOTE: Subject to a transaction fee of £3.95

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

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️
Tue 27 Jan: 19:30
▪️Wed 28th Jan: 14:30 & 19:30
▪️Thur 29th Jan: 19:30
▪️Fri 30th Jan: 19:30
▪️Sat 31st Jan: 14:30 & 19:30
▪️Mon 2nd Feb: 19:30
▪️Tues 3rd Feb: 19:30
▪️Wed 4th Feb: 14:30 & 19:30
▪️Thur 5th Feb: 19:30
▪️Fri 6th Feb: 19:30
▪️Sat 7 Feb: 14:30 & 19:30

🔞 Snow White Rotten To The Core 2026 - Tads Theatre, Toddington, Bedfordshire


Time: 19:45

🔞 TADS Theatre is based in Toddington, Beds. We perform a mixture of drama, comedy, pantomime and musical theatre.

▪️AGE: 18+

🗓 2026 DATES

▪️Thu 29 Jan 2026, 7:45PM
▪️Fri 30 Jan 2026, 7:45PM
▪️Sat 31 Jan 2026, 7:45PM
▪️Thu 5 Feb 2026, 7:45PM
▪️Fri 6 Feb 2026, 7:45PM
▪️Sat 7 Feb 2026, 7:45PM

🕢 TIME:

Doors open 20-30 minutes before the performance is due to commence.

✨️ ABOUT
Smoke and haze are sometimes used during our performances. This may affect those with breathing difficulties especially in the seats nearest the stage. There is also the occasional usage of pyrotechnics, strobe lighting and flashing lgihts.

💷 CASH OR CARD..
The bar and raffle is cash and card. 

🎟 TICKET COST: From £13.90 - £14.97
You can book tickets via the event link.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
boxoffice@tadstheatre.org
☎️ Phone:
07736 838360

Friday 30 January (25)

⚡️The Prodigy VS Pendulum - MK11 Live Music Venue & Sports Bar, Milton Keynes


Time: 20:00 - 23:00 Price: £16.65

⚡️The Prodigy vs Pendulum - One Night - Two Full Band Tributes!

▪️AGES:
18+

Flint Fire: A wild tribute to the legacy of the iconic Keith Flint of The Prodigy. Expect raw energy, pounding beats, and an explosive atmosphere that’ll make you feel like you’re right in the middle of a Prodigy rave.

Pretendulum: With mentorship from Pendulum’s actual drummer, KJ Sawka, this tribute band will blow your mind with a live show so close to the real thing, you won’t believe your ears!

Don’t miss out on what promises to be an unforgettable night of adrenaline-pumping music. Get your tickets now and experience the ultimate tribute to two of the most iconic acts in electronic music history.

🎟️ TICKET PRICE: £16.65 including fees

ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01908 262 924

📽 Soul Cine: Film In Perspective - The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton


Time: 20:00 - 22:00

SOUL:CINÉ bi-monthly cinema club, is for film lovers to forge friendships, old & new, whilst basking in the glow and wonder of Black Cinema, in the heart of Luton’s cultural quarter.

▪️AGE: 16+

🎟 TICKET COST: £9 (inc. booking fee)

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: boxoffice@culturetrust.com
☎️ Phone: 01582 878100

🖤 Meal In the Dark - The Peartree Centre, Milton Keynes


Time: 18:00 - 20:00 Price: £25.00

🖤 Dare to dine without sight? Join us for Dinner in the Dark, a truly unique and exhilarating sensory journey that will completely transform your perception of food - Don't worry all dietary requirements/allergies will be taken in advance!

😋 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for Dinner in the Dark, a truly unique and exhilarating sensory journey that will completely transform your perception of food. Imagine a delicious three-course meal where every bite is a mystery, and your most trusted sense—sight—is taken away.

Plunged into complete darkness, you'll rely solely on your palate, aroma, and texture to identify what you're eating, sharpening your other senses like never before. It's a fun, exciting, and profoundly intimate way to connect with your meal and your fellow diners. Prepare for a night of "taste-tastic" surprises and unforgettable moments!

▪️Arrival:
Enjoy a welcome drink in the light and meet your fellow diners. Once seated, you’ll be in the dark.
▪️The Meal:
Our surprise 3-course menu is designed to play with textures and flavours. (Don't worry—we collect all dietary requirements/allergies in advance!)
▪️The Reveal:
After the main course, we’ll reveal what you’ve been eating—did your tastebuds guess correctly?

ℹ️ BOOKING INFORMATION
Book your ticket now for an evening where delicious food meets the ultimate sensory adventure!

🎟 TICKET COST: £25
You can book tickets via the event link.

ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01908 550700

🎧 General Levy, Ray Keith, Navigator & more! Sanctuary Reunion Jungle Rave! - Unit 9, Milton Keynes


Time: 21:00 - 03:00

🎧 The Jungle is massive! Get ready to rewind time and feel the bass shake your soul — the Sanctuary Reunion Rave: Jungle Special lands at Unit Nine.

👀 WHAT TO EXPECT
We’re talking serious legends on the decks:
🤩 General Levy – the energy king himself!
🤩 Ray Keith – dropping a special 2-hour set packed with jungle gold!
🤩 Navigator – bringing those classic vibes and fire bars!

And don’t forget support from local hero DJ Scottie, holding it down for the Milton Keynes massive! 🙌

Expect heavy basslines, old-school jungle energy, and a night that’ll take you straight back to the roots of rave culture.

🎟 TICKET PRICES: From £24.95

ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01908 317995

💥 Kids go for £1 at Mead Open Farm 2025


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

💥 Kids for a Quid kicks at Mead Open Farm.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES
Sunday 28th December 2025 until the 31st January 2026 kids go for just a quid with every paying adult or senior at Mead Open Farm!
Closing early New Years Eve with last entry at 3pm, closing at 4pm. Closed New Years Day (1st Jan 2026)

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Meet animals including our newborn goat kids, take part in animal activities, run wild in our huge indoor play area and explore acres of outdoor play!

ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
One free child ticket with per paying adult or senior. Must pre-book online to redeem offer. Not applicable on the door. Not applicable for memberships Book Tickets. Find out more and book your tickets via the event link.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 852 954

🦁 Universal Credit Low Cost Whipsnade Zoo tickets 2026!


Time: 11:00 - 16:00

🐵 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+)
  - £9.35/ £8.50 
▪️CHILD (3-15 YEARS) -  £4.95 / £4.50
▪️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/ 

🎧 Payday Rave 2026 - Herd, Bedford


Time: 20:00 - 01:00

🎧 Payday Rave is on Friday 30th January 2026 at The Herd in Bedford with 3 Rooms of music, from 8pm.

💷 ENTRY COST
Before 10.30pm: Free

ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01234 300193
🌐 Website: https://www.herdbedford.com/ 

💦 Family Swimming Session - Saxon Pool & Leisure Centre, Biggleswade


Time: 18:30 - 19:30

💦 This session is in the main pool at Saxon Pool, Biggleswade. Floats, fun toys maybe available or bring your own. Toys must be under 1 metre in size. All under 8's must be attended with an adult (18+). One adult for every two under 8's.

🗓 FAMILY SWIM SESSIONS
▪️
Monday: 18:30 - 19:30
▪️Wednesday: 18:30 - 19:30
▪️Friday: 18:30 - 19:30
(Check the app incase of any changes)

ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
If you haven't downloaded the Everyone Active App already to book sessions you can download it here. Scroll down the page and you will see the app options.

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £5.90
▪️Junior: £3.15
▪️Senior: £3.15
▪️Concession: £3.15

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01767 433133
 

🎳 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

💘 Single & Mingle Cocktail Party - The Crown, Flitwick


Time: 20:00

💘 Are you a local Single looking to meet someone new? Then why not join us for our Single & Mingle Party. Friday 30th January 2026 from 8pm! All ages 18+ welcome!

This is a no pressure event....

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
hello@thecrownflitwick.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01525 310136

🔞 Snow White Rotten To The Core 2026 - Tads Theatre, Toddington, Bedfordshire


Time: 19:45

🔞 TADS Theatre is based in Toddington, Beds. We perform a mixture of drama, comedy, pantomime and musical theatre.

▪️AGE: 18+

🗓 2026 DATES

▪️Thu 29 Jan 2026, 7:45PM
▪️Fri 30 Jan 2026, 7:45PM
▪️Sat 31 Jan 2026, 7:45PM
▪️Thu 5 Feb 2026, 7:45PM
▪️Fri 6 Feb 2026, 7:45PM
▪️Sat 7 Feb 2026, 7:45PM

🕢 TIME:

Doors open 20-30 minutes before the performance is due to commence.

✨️ ABOUT
Smoke and haze are sometimes used during our performances. This may affect those with breathing difficulties especially in the seats nearest the stage. There is also the occasional usage of pyrotechnics, strobe lighting and flashing lgihts.

💷 CASH OR CARD..
The bar and raffle is cash and card. 

🎟 TICKET COST: From £13.90 - £14.97
You can book tickets via the event link.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
boxoffice@tadstheatre.org
☎️ Phone:
07736 838360

❓️Quiz Night - St Joseph's Parish Centre, Luton


Time: 18:00 - 23:30 Price: £10.00

🤩 Quiz Night will be a brilliant opportunity to test out your trivia and support an excellent local organisation.

✨️ No need to bring a team, just bring fun facts, good vibes and help us get 2026 off to an entertaining start at St Joseph's Parish Centre in Luton from a 6pm start.

There will be hot food, live entertainment and a bar on the day.

💷 ENTRY COST: £10
Call to book your tickets.

ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
07767 880358

🎤 The Beatles Tribute 2026 - The Forest Centre, Marston Moretaine


Time: 19:00 - 22:30 Price: £18.00

🎤 The ultimate Beatles tribute night... Step back into the swinging sixties as The Fab4 bring the timeless magic of The Beatles to life.

✨️ EVENT DETAILS
▪️Doors open:
7pm.
▪️Show starts: 8pm (with a 15-minute interval)
▪️Food available: 7pm - 8pm.
▪️Bar available: 7pm - 10pm

ℹ️ ABOUT
Widely regarded as one of the world’s premier Beatles tribute bands, this Nottingham-based quartet have been performing since 1990 - never missing a show and always bringing the house down with their authentic sound and iconic style.

Featuring classics like Hey Jude, Come Together, Twist and Shout, Let It Be, A Hard Day’s Night and many more… this is an unmissable night for any Beatles fan! 

🎟 TICKET COST: £18
All bookings are final - please confirm your date and time before booking. A table is reserved for each booking. For group seating, please email us at info@marstonvale.org if tickets were booked separately.

ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01234 767037
📧 Email: events@marstonvale.org

🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges do not apply for this event.