Saturday 16 May (6)
🎡 Kempston Funfair - May 2026
Time: 13:00 - 21:00
Thrills Rides - Family Rides - Kids Rides!
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
✅ Saturday 9th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 10th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
🔥 Monday 11th May: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
🔥 Friday 15th May: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Saturday 16th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 17th May: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
DISCOUNT DAYS - 2 TOKENS PER RIDE
⭐️ Monday 11th May 2026
⭐️ Friday 15th May 2026
🎟 TOKEN COST
Tokens can be purchased on arrival, cash or Card accepted!
▪️1 Token = £1.20
▪️10 Tokens = £10.00
RIDE LIST
👹 Daredevil
🚀 JetFire
🔥 InFerno
🚗 Dodgems
🌪️ Twister
⚡️Waltzer
🇺🇸 Alcatraz
🚂 Runaway Train
🚖 City Cars
🛞 Race O Rama
🚒 Monster Trucks
🌈 Play Centre
🏎️ BumperCarz
🔴 Bungees
🌊 Waze Swinger
🛝 Mega Slide
🎰 Games Stalls
🐤 Hook A Duck...& LOADS MORE!
🐻 St Mary's Church Open Day 2026 - Marston Moretaine
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Come along to the St Mary's Church Open Day on Saturday 16th May 2026, 10am-4pm and have a go at our (toys only) ZIPLINE from the roof! Please bring your humans with you so they can enjoy all the other activities on offer!
WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT
✨️Live music at 11am & 2pm
✨️History Tours
✨️Bell Ringing
✨️Cakes, tea & coffee
✨️Children’s Activities & more!
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🎡 Houghton Regis Funfair - May 2026
Time: 13:00 - 21:00
The fair is coming to town! Join us at The Green (LU5 5DY) for four days of non-stop thrills and family excitement. Whether you're a fan of the classics or looking for a brand-new adrenaline rush, there is something for everyone!
📅 MAY 2026 DATES:
🔥Thursday 14th May: 5pm - 9pm
▪️Friday 15th May: 5pm - 9pm
▪️Saturday 16th May: 1pm - 9pm
🔥 Sunday 17th May: 1pm - 8pm
🔥 HALF PRICE DAYS:
On Thursday 14th and Sunday 17th May, tokens are reduced to just 50p each!
EPIC RIDE LINE-UP
⭐️ The Brand New JOKER
⭐️ Classic Dodgems
⭐️ Waltzers
⭐️ Crazy Frog
⭐️ Tango
⭐️ Sizzler
⭐️ Velocity!
💰 AMAZING VALUE & SAVINGS
• Standard Price: 1 Token = £1.00
• Mega Deal: 25 Tokens for £20.00
(That’s 5 FREE tokens!)
ℹ️ KEEP UPDATED
Check the Facebook page incase of any changes.
🎮 The Pixel Bunker, Milton Keynes
Time: 10:00 - 20:00
We’re packed full of classic arcade machines such as Pac-man, Galaga, Donkey Kong, Space Invaders, OutRun, Street Fighter 2 and many more. We have recently added Pinball Machines to our line up too!
🙋♀️ FREE PLAY...
With every machine set to free play, the only cost to play is the admission fee. With a maximum play of 3 hours.
🗓 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
Open Friday to Sunday plus bank holidays and school holidays, bookings in advance is highly recommended.
▪️Friday: 10:00, 13:30 & 17:00
▪️Saturday: 10:00, 13:30 & 17:00
▪️Sunday: 10:00 & 13:30
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults: £16.50
▪️Children (5 - 15): £12.50
▪️Family tickets: £50.00
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Carers: Free
*Booking fees also apply for tickets bought online.
❓️FAQ'S
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS: Contact us
🎤 Live Music - Top Bell, Leighton Buzzard
Time: 20:00 - 23:00
🎉 Shefford Saints Presentation Fun Day 2026
Time: 12:00
⚽️ ABOUT
We're excited to introduce our brand-new Presentation Fun Day to celebrate the end of the 2025/26 season!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
🎶 Music
🏰 Bouncy Castle
🐮 Rodeo Bull
🍕 Freshly baked pizzas from Dan's Van
🎨 Craft stalls and activities
🍦 A classic ice cream van
🍻 Bar open throughout the day
⚽ Plenty of space to relax, play, and celebrate together
All we need is some sunshine... and you!
This special day is a chance for all our teams to come together and celebrate an amazing season - recognising the development, friendships, and achievements of over 560 young footballers who make Shefford Saints such a brilliant club. Let's make it a day to remember - we can't wait to see you there!
Sunday 17 May (14)
🐶 Priory Marina Dog Show and Family Fun Day 2026 - Bedford
Time: 09:30
⏰ EVENT TIMES
▪️ Event opens from: 9.30am
▪️ Registration: 10.30am – 12.00pm
▪️ Judging starts: 12.30pm
Set beside the beautiful Priory Marina & Waterside by the moored boats, this much-loved local event promises a lovely day out for dog lovers and families alike. Expect a relaxed, friendly atmosphere with plenty to see and do throughout the day.
✨ WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️A Fun-Filled Day For The Whole Family
▪️Dogs show with 10 fun categories to enter
▪️Fun Classes For Every Dog
▪️Dessert Boss
▪️Catering Van
▪️Craft, Retail & Charity Stalls
▪️Fun & Games For The Kiddies
🐾 EVENT DETAILS
The 4th annual Dog Show and Fun Day.
Fun Dog Show and family fun day.
Looking for stalls with dog-related themes, craft stalls and games stalls (no fun fair rides this year).
📍 LOCATION
Priory Marina & Waterside (By The Moored Boats) Barkers Lane, Bedford, MK41 9DJ
🎟 FREE ENTRY
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: priorymarinadogshow@gmail.com
🚘 Oaklands College Car Boot Sale 2026 - St Albans
Time: 10:00 - 14:00
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Adults,early buyers: £3 at 10.00am
▪️Adults, £2 at 10:30
▪️Adults, £1 at 11:30am
🚗 SELLERS
No booking just turn up and pay on the day. Sellers put into place as they arrive after 8.30am and you must be on site by 9.30am for unloading. Sale finishes around 2pm.
▪️Pitch charges: Cars £13.
▪️Small vans £15.
▪️Large vans £17.
▪️Extra-large pitch (16 m) £28
💷 PLEASE NOTE
Please have correct change ready to speed up entry. No £20 notes taken at the gate.
📍POSTCODE - AL4 0XR
🅿️ EXTRA PARKING
Extra visitor parking now available at the end of East Drive, postcode AL4 0HX. Just five minute walk to selling area from these car parks.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If wet before or on the morning of a sale, please check the Facebook page to see if it is still on, or by calling after 8am on the day our main telephone line 01992 468619 which can now handle unlimited calls. Press 1 , then 1 again for “cancelled or closed sales”.
Check our Facebook page for the latest details and confirmation that the sale is still taking place.
🚫 CONFIRMED CLOSED DATES
No sale while other events are on:
▪️10th May
▪️31st May
▪️28th June
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
🇺🇲 🇬🇧 306th Bombardment Group Museum - Thurleigh, Bedfordshire
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
ℹ️ ABOUT THE MUSEUM
The Museum is a memorial dedicated to the personnel of the 306th Bomb Group who operated from Thurleigh during WW2, as part of the Eighth Air Force 40th Combat Wing, 1st Air Division.
The Museum is an original building formally used by the 306th BG as a Small Arms Ammunition store.
We use it today to display artefacts to re-create the activities and atmosphere of the airfield and surrounding areas during the war years, as well as honour all those that lost their lives.
🙏DONATIONS ARE GREATFULLY RECEIVED...
To help support the running of the home of the 306th BG, Museum in Thurleigh you are welcome to donate here.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
🎉 The Wonder Houses at Wardown House, Museum & Gallery, Launch-day Celebration
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
🤩 WHAT'S NEW?
This spring, a brand-new family-friendly adventure awaits at Wardown House, Museum & Gallery. Made in collaboration with Luton school children and Full House Theatre’s Home Education Network, The Wonder Houses are a new, permanent addition to the museum.
These amazing creations have been brought to life by six talented local artists; Anne-Marie Abate, Dionne Ible, Sarah Harrison, Tamara Nkrumah, Sophie Gresswell and Teakster, showcasing a diverse range of visually stunning artforms.
There are six creative and colourful houses for families to seek out to delve deeper into the wonderful world of Wardown’s treasured collection. These exciting new installations offer families a fun and accessible way to explore and interact with Wardown Museum’s exhibits.
🗓 JOIN US SUNDAY 17TH MAY 2026...
You can be the first to see The Wonder Houses at the launch-day celebration on Sunday 17th May 2026.
Join Full House Theatre and The Culture Trust for a perfect free day out for fascinated families and curious kids where you’ll discover The Wonder Houses, meet the artists, and enjoy arts and crafts activities and face painting.
✅️ FREE - NO BOOKING REQUIRED
No need to book, just come along to Wardown House, Museum & Gallery anytime from 11am-3pm and join the fun!
🫶 HOW THIS HAS BEEN MADE POSSIBLE
The Wonder Houses at Wardown is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, Full House Theatre and The Culture Trust have been able to launch this brand-new and exciting community collaboration project in Luton.
🌱🦆 Sutton Plant Sale, Art Exhibition & Duck Race 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🌱 SATURDAY 16 MAY DETAILS
▪️Time: 10am - 4pm
Lots of wonderful plants, ploughman lunches, cream teas, stalls and an art exhibition in the church.
🦆 SUNDAY 17 MAY DETAILS
▪️Time: 10am - 4pm
▪️Duck Race: 3pm
Lots of wonderful plants, ploughman lunches, cream teas, stalls and an art exhibition in the church along with the annual Duck Race.
🎟 WHERE CAN I BUY TICKETS FOR THE DUCK RACE?
The duck race tickets can be purchased at the Potton BP garage, Biggleswade Rd, Potton, Sandy SG19 2LU.
🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
ℹ️ DETAILS
▪️Open every Saturday, Sunday & Bank holiday
▪️Book between 10am - 3pm
▪️Weather permitting
AGE:
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. Children under 12 years only must wear a life vest, provided. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16.
▪️HOW MANY PEOPLE PER BOAT?
4 people per boat, this number includes infants & smaller children.
🐶 ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Yes. Please clean up any hair and other dog related 'mess' before you get back to the jetty. Be sure you keep your dog on a lead for the duration of your hire. Wildlife such as swans have priority and should not be distressed by dogs. Life jackets for dogs are not available.
💳 DEPOSIT
A £10 deposit is required in addition on all tariffs. Dont be late back, damage or dirty the boat. Management reserve the right to decline boat hire without reason.
🎟 WALK IN PRICES
▪️30 minute hire: £20
▪️45 minute hire: £25
▪️60 minute hire: £30
🎫 PRE-BOOK PRICES - SAVE 25%
For the best rates, book direct and save 25% off walk in rates by booking on the website via the event link.
☕️ CAFÉ ONSITE - Click here for information about the Lakeside Kitchen. Dogs welcome.
🅿️ FIND US
Park for free on The Embankment for up-to 2 hours, The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 3QF. Alternative parking is available at Mill Meadows car park south of us, accessible via Longholme Way / Cardington Road roundabout. Access to the cafe is on foot / bike only. The route is step free and considered accessible by many.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@thelongholme.com
🎠 Gumbles Childrens Funfair Bedford - May 2026
Time: 12:00 - 18:15
🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️Saturday 9th May
▪️Sunday 10th May
▪️Saturday 16th May
▪️Sunday 17th May
👦 AGE:
Ideal for toddlers through to young teens.
🕒 CHOOSE A SESSION TIME:
▪️12.00pm – 3.00pm
▪️3.15pm – 6.15pm
Sessions are time-limited – please arrive promptly!
🎟️ TICKET COST - PAY ON THE GATE:
▪️ Child (unlimited rides per session): £11.00
▪️ Adult (spectator): £1.00
ℹ️ ENTRY INFO
• No pre-booking required – just turn up and pay on the gate.
• All children require a wristband (available on the day).
• Unlimited ride wristbands available with no hidden fees.
• Price Freeze 2026!
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
There will be an onsite food court available.
Picnics must be held outside of the grounds.
🚫 🐶 DOG INFORMATION
No dogs allowed except for guide dogs.
❗️ IMPORTANT INFO FOR PARENTS
Attractions may not be suitable for all children. Some rides have height or weight restrictions for safety. ALL children attending will need to buy a wristband upon entry, no exceptions.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDENT
Event is weather dependent. If inflatables cannot operate due to weather, rides may still be available. Please check our Facebook page for updates before travelling.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07976 813 639
🚘 Linslade Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
🛍 BUYERS - FROM 12PM
▪️Entry: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS - FROM 11AM
(Pay on the day)
▪️Cars: £9.00
▪️Small vans: £12.00
▪️Large vans: £15.00
▪️Trailers: Plus £3.00
🪙 NOTE FOR BUYERS
Please keep notes to a minimum on the buyers gate, too many people use us for change. We struggle to get change just like everyone else.
FOOD & DRINK
✅️ Burgers van x 2
✅️ Doughnut van
✅️ Ice cream van
✅️ Coffee van
✅️ Pasty lady
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
Weather dependent, please keep an eye out for Facebook page updates.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07487 293072
✈️ Twinwood Aviation Museum 2026 - Clapham
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
An aviation museum covering the second World War and World War 1 with displays on the RAF and 8th USAAF. Located in the restored Watch Office (Control Tower), the museum showcases a comprehensive collection of photographs documenting Glenn Millers time in the UK.
▪️THE UPPER FLOOR
The upper floor has been meticulously restored to its original wartime configuration, reflecting its history as a RAF night fighter training school. The museum also features an Aviation Museum, boasting an impressive array of artifacts recovered from wartime crash sites, as well as uniforms and memorabilia from World War 2.
We also have a special exhibition on World War 1.
▪️HOME FRONT MUSEUM
Our Home Front display transports visitors back to the 1940's with a recreated street scene and living room.
Additionally, the museum is home to a faithfully reproduced wartime fire station, complete with authentic firefighting equipment. The former armoury houses a unique collection of British and Axis uniforms, equipment, and vehicles including a restored 1/4 scale ME 109 fighter.
▪️SMALL TOY MUSEUM
Our small Toy Museum features a working H0.00 model railway and a selection of
vintage toys.
🐶 DOG INFORMATION
Dogs are most welcome on a lead.
☕️ TEA ROOM
The NAAFI Tea Room, will be open , serving hot and cold beverages, cakes and snacks during operating hours.
🗺 A WARNING ABOUT SAT NAV’S
The crucial thing to remember is that you can only access the museum via Twinwood Road, which in turn can only be accessed from a roundabout on Milton Road in the village of Clapham.
Please study a traditional map before setting off, and do not blindly trust your sat nav! The only truly reliable way to get your Sat Nav behaving nicely is to input these
latitude/Longitude numbers:
N52.1692492 W0.5049295.
These co-ordinates will take you to the Milton Road/Twinwood Road roundabout, and from there up to the Twinwood Road for just over ½ mile and you will see the museum entrance on the right.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire Facebook post to give you an idea of what to expect.
🎟 TICKET COST - PAY ON ENTRY
▪️Adults: £5
▪️Children Under 16: Free
🎡 Kempston Funfair - May 2026
Time: 13:00 - 19:00
Thrills Rides - Family Rides - Kids Rides!
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
✅ Saturday 9th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 10th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
🔥 Monday 11th May: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
🔥 Friday 15th May: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Saturday 16th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 17th May: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
DISCOUNT DAYS - 2 TOKENS PER RIDE
⭐️ Monday 11th May 2026
⭐️ Friday 15th May 2026
🎟 TOKEN COST
Tokens can be purchased on arrival, cash or Card accepted!
▪️1 Token = £1.20
▪️10 Tokens = £10.00
RIDE LIST
👹 Daredevil
🚀 JetFire
🔥 InFerno
🚗 Dodgems
🌪️ Twister
⚡️Waltzer
🇺🇸 Alcatraz
🚂 Runaway Train
🚖 City Cars
🛞 Race O Rama
🚒 Monster Trucks
🌈 Play Centre
🏎️ BumperCarz
🔴 Bungees
🌊 Waze Swinger
🛝 Mega Slide
🎰 Games Stalls
🐤 Hook A Duck...& LOADS MORE!
🎼 Songs from the Shows - Ouse Valley Singers - Bedford
Time: 15:00 - 17:00
With soloists Derrian Hind and Richard Le Brun Powell.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
The venue is fully accessible.
🎫 TICKET INCLUDES
Price includes concert of approximately one hour followed by cake, tea or coffee. You can purchase tickets here.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Tickets: £12.00
▪️Children under 12: £2.50
📍LOCATION
St Marks Church Community Centre,
Calder Rise, Bedford, MK41 7UY
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
manager@mscentrebedsandnorthants.com
🚘 G&M GROWERS CAR BOOT SALE 2026 - Biggleswade
Time: 07:30 - 12:00
▪️BUYERS - ENTRY AFTER 7:30AM
🔹️£1 before 9am
🔹️50p after 9am
🔹️Under 16's are FREE
▪️SELLERS - ENTRY 7.00AM
🔸️£10 any size vehicle
🔸️No need to book, just turn up!
🗺 LOCATION
We are located behind G&M growers farm shop at 79 Hitchin Rd, Upper Caldecote, Biggleswade SG18 9BU
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ 07841619568 or 07538341136
🎡 Houghton Regis Funfair (Half Price) - May 2026
Time: 13:00 - 20:00
The fair is coming to town! Join us at The Green (LU5 5DY) for four days of non-stop thrills and family excitement. Whether you're a fan of the classics or looking for a brand-new adrenaline rush, there is something for everyone!
📅 MAY 2026 DATES:
🔥Thursday 14th May: 5pm - 9pm
▪️Friday 15th May: 5pm - 9pm
▪️Saturday 16th May: 1pm - 9pm
🔥 Sunday 17th May: 1pm - 8pm
🔥 HALF PRICE DAYS:
On Thursday 14th and Sunday 17th May, tokens are reduced to just 50p each!
EPIC RIDE LINE-UP
⭐️ The Brand New JOKER
⭐️ Classic Dodgems
⭐️ Waltzers
⭐️ Crazy Frog
⭐️ Tango
⭐️ Sizzler
⭐️ Velocity!
💰 AMAZING VALUE & SAVINGS
• Standard Price: 1 Token = £1.00
• Mega Deal: 25 Tokens for £20.00
(That’s 5 FREE tokens!)
ℹ️ KEEP UPDATED
Check the Facebook page incase of any changes.
