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πΆββοΈFREE Great Linford Manor Walk - 2025 (No booking required)
Time: 10:30
π³ Learn about the ancient origins of the park all the way up to the modern era. On your walk, discover hidden gems such as the Veteran Lime Tree, Doric Seat and Ha-ha, which survive from the 18th century English Landscape Garden design of the park and have been recently revealed, revived and restored as part of our National Lottery Heritage Fund project.
π FREE: This walk is free but donations to the Friends of Great Linford Manor Park are welcome. No booking is required, just turn up and enjoy!
π FREE: This walk is free but donations to the Friends of Great Linford Manor Park are welcome. No booking is required, just turn up and enjoy!
π₯ TIME: Guided walks are held
on the second Friday of the month at 10:30
and on the last Sunday of the month at 14:00.
πΆββοΈDURATION: Walks last around 90 minutes.
on the second Friday of the month at 10:30
and on the last Sunday of the month at 14:00.
πΆββοΈDURATION: Walks last around 90 minutes.
π₯Ύ WHAT TO WEAR....
Sensible, hard-wearing footwear and outdoor clothing is advised.
βΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY
On one stretch of the route there are a set of deep steps (leading up to the Railway Walk from the Cascade Pond). Please let the walk leader know if you would prefer to leave the pond via an accessible route. One or two park features are located on grass, which can be muddy when wet. A hearing loop is available on request from events@theparkstrust.com.
Accessible parking is located around the Parklands Pond at What3Words location pencil.parsnips.glosses.
π ΏοΈ PARKING
There are limited parking spaces on the approach to the park from Parklands (see above). Otherwise, please park at the Memorial Hall car park, off Marsh Drive and leave the Arts Centre car park free. What3Words location unite.nipping.places.
πΊ MEETING PLACE: MK Arts Centre car park, Great Linford, off Parklands (St. Leger Drive), MK14 5DZ.
Sensible, hard-wearing footwear and outdoor clothing is advised.
βΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY
On one stretch of the route there are a set of deep steps (leading up to the Railway Walk from the Cascade Pond). Please let the walk leader know if you would prefer to leave the pond via an accessible route. One or two park features are located on grass, which can be muddy when wet. A hearing loop is available on request from events@theparkstrust.com.
Accessible parking is located around the Parklands Pond at What3Words location pencil.parsnips.glosses.
π ΏοΈ PARKING
There are limited parking spaces on the approach to the park from Parklands (see above). Otherwise, please park at the Memorial Hall car park, off Marsh Drive and leave the Arts Centre car park free. What3Words location unite.nipping.places.
πΊ MEETING PLACE: MK Arts Centre car park, Great Linford, off Parklands (St. Leger Drive), MK14 5DZ.
π Free Panacea Museum in Bedford 2025
Friday 09 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00 Price: Β£0.00
π‘A FREE MUSEUM IN BEDFORD- The Panacea, a beautiful Victorian House.
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
π Free Panacea Museum in Bedford 2025
Saturday 10 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00 Price: Β£0.00
π‘A FREE MUSEUM IN BEDFORD- The Panacea, a beautiful Victorian House.
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
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πͺ Vauxhall WWII Churchill Tank Exhibit - Luton
Saturday 10 May 2025
Time: 12:00 - 18:00
πͺ Vauxhall WWII Churchill Tank exhibit. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see a Vauxhall Churchill Mark III tank up close - an important piece of Luton's military history.
WHEN?
βͺοΈSaturday 10 May 2025 - 12pm to 6pm
βͺοΈSunday 11 May 2025 - 10am to 4pm
πWHERE?
St Georgeβs Square, Luton
WHEN?
βͺοΈSaturday 10 May 2025 - 12pm to 6pm
βͺοΈSunday 11 May 2025 - 10am to 4pm
πWHERE?
St Georgeβs Square, Luton
WHAT TO EXPECT
Discover Vauxhall's significant contribution to WWII and learn about the tank itself with experts from The Tank Museum.
Discover Vauxhall's significant contribution to WWII and learn about the tank itself with experts from The Tank Museum.
Also on the weekend:
πΆ Live music from a vintage singer at intervals between 1pm and 4pm each day
π§ Childrenβs activities
πΆ Live music from a vintage singer at intervals between 1pm and 4pm each day
π§ Childrenβs activities
π½ VE Day outdoor cinema - (Sunday only)
Head down to Hat Gardens - grab a deckchair and enjoy golden-age classics from the 1930s and 40s:
βͺοΈWhen: Sunday 11 May 2025
βͺοΈWhere: Hat Gardens, Bute Street
βͺοΈTime: 10am onwards
βͺοΈCost: Free
- πΏ10am - 'Bambi' (1942)
- πΏ12pm - 'The Wizard of Oz' (1939)
- πΏ 2pm - 'The Adventures of Robin Hood' (1938)
π¦ Leighton Buzzard Splash Park - Parsons Close
Saturday 10 May 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
πͺ Parsonβs Close Splash Park is open with a large play park, skate park and sand pit for all the family to enjoy with an onsite cafe serving drinks, icecream and hot and cold food.
- π¦ The Splash and Play facility
- βͺοΈ10am - 4.30pm: Monday - Friday
- βͺοΈ10am - 5pm: Sat-Sun
π» Toilets opening times:
- βͺοΈ10am - 4.30pm: Monday - Friday
- βͺοΈ10am - 5pm: Sat-Sun
- The changing places toilet (see below) can be accessed using a radar key.
- β±οΈ The Beach opening times:
- βͺοΈ10am - 4.30pm: Monday - Friday
- βͺοΈ10am - 5pm: Sat-Sun
PLEASE NOTE* There is no parking at this location, the nearest carparks are:
π ΏοΈ PARKING
- βͺοΈDuncombe Drive Car Park (4B Duncombe Dr, Leighton Buzzard LU7 1SD)
- βͺοΈWest Street Multi Storey Car Park (Bossard House, West St, Leighton Buzzard LU7 1DD)
π Free Panacea Museum in Bedford 2025
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00 Price: Β£0.00
π‘A FREE MUSEUM IN BEDFORD- The Panacea, a beautiful Victorian House.
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
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Hot
πͺ Vauxhall WWII Churchill Tank Exhibit - Luton
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
πͺ Vauxhall WWII Churchill Tank exhibit. Don't miss this rare opportunity to see a Vauxhall Churchill Mark III tank up close - an important piece of Luton's military history.
WHEN?
βͺοΈSaturday 10 May 2025 - 12pm to 6pm
βͺοΈSunday 11 May 2025 - 10am to 4pm
πWHERE?
St Georgeβs Square, Luton
WHEN?
βͺοΈSaturday 10 May 2025 - 12pm to 6pm
βͺοΈSunday 11 May 2025 - 10am to 4pm
πWHERE?
St Georgeβs Square, Luton
WHAT TO EXPECT
Discover Vauxhall's significant contribution to WWII and learn about the tank itself with experts from The Tank Museum.
Discover Vauxhall's significant contribution to WWII and learn about the tank itself with experts from The Tank Museum.
Also on the weekend:
πΆ Live music from a vintage singer at intervals between 1pm and 4pm each day
π§ Childrenβs activities
πΆ Live music from a vintage singer at intervals between 1pm and 4pm each day
π§ Childrenβs activities
π½ VE Day outdoor cinema - (Sunday only)
Head down to Hat Gardens - grab a deckchair and enjoy golden-age classics from the 1930s and 40s:
βͺοΈWhen: Sunday 11 May 2025
βͺοΈWhere: Hat Gardens, Bute Street
βͺοΈTime: 10am onwards
βͺοΈCost: Free
- πΏ10am - 'Bambi' (1942)
- πΏ12pm - 'The Wizard of Oz' (1939)
- πΏ 2pm - 'The Adventures of Robin Hood' (1938)
π FREE Seasons Breakfast Car Meet in Wixams 2025!
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 10:30 - 13:30
π YES, IT'S FREE AND ALL HAPPENING THIS SUNDAY MORNING at Seasons Garden Centre in Wixams every 2nd Sunday of each month.
WHAT TO EXPECT
π 10.30 am Kick Start
π To Support Our Local Business
π A great informal get together to socialise with old friends & make new ones.
βοΈWHAT TO KNOW
βͺοΈTOTALLY STATIC FAMILY FRIENDLY
βͺοΈALL VEHICLES ARE WELCOME REGARDLESS OF WEATHER... MEET WILL TAKE PLACE ..
βͺοΈBRING YOUR DAILYS IF YOU WANT AS THE WHOLE POINT IS TO SOCIALISE & SUPPORT SEASONS ..
WHAT TO EXPECT
π 10.30 am Kick Start
π To Support Our Local Business
π A great informal get together to socialise with old friends & make new ones.
βοΈWHAT TO KNOW
βͺοΈTOTALLY STATIC FAMILY FRIENDLY
βͺοΈALL VEHICLES ARE WELCOME REGARDLESS OF WEATHER... MEET WILL TAKE PLACE ..
βͺοΈBRING YOUR DAILYS IF YOU WANT AS THE WHOLE POINT IS TO SOCIALISE & SUPPORT SEASONS ..
π¦ Leighton Buzzard Splash Park - Parsons Close
Sunday 11 May 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
πͺ Parsonβs Close Splash Park is open with a large play park, skate park and sand pit for all the family to enjoy with an onsite cafe serving drinks, icecream and hot and cold food.
- π¦ The Splash and Play facility
- βͺοΈ10am - 4.30pm: Monday - Friday
- βͺοΈ10am - 5pm: Sat-Sun
π» Toilets opening times:
- βͺοΈ10am - 4.30pm: Monday - Friday
- βͺοΈ10am - 5pm: Sat-Sun
- The changing places toilet (see below) can be accessed using a radar key.
- β±οΈ The Beach opening times:
- βͺοΈ10am - 4.30pm: Monday - Friday
- βͺοΈ10am - 5pm: Sat-Sun
PLEASE NOTE* There is no parking at this location, the nearest carparks are:
π ΏοΈ PARKING
- βͺοΈDuncombe Drive Car Park (4B Duncombe Dr, Leighton Buzzard LU7 1SD)
- βͺοΈWest Street Multi Storey Car Park (Bossard House, West St, Leighton Buzzard LU7 1DD)
βοΈ FREE MICKEY'S CAFE - The Transfiguration Church in Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 14:00
βοΈ MICKEY'S CAFE
Free Mickey's Cafe at The Church of the Transfiguration in Kempston, Bedfordshire is more than just a place to grab a cup of coffee or a quick bite to eat. It is a safe and welcoming space where people from all walks of life can come together and enjoy each other's company.
π WHEN?
βͺοΈEvery Tuesday & Thursday
βͺοΈ12pm - 2pm
π WHEN?
βͺοΈEvery Tuesday & Thursday
βͺοΈ12pm - 2pm
β
π DETAILS:
Located in the heart of the Kempston community, Mickeyβs Cafe offers not only delicious food and drinks, but also a sense of community and belonging.
π DETAILS:
Located in the heart of the Kempston community, Mickeyβs Cafe offers not only delicious food and drinks, but also a sense of community and belonging.
The cafe is run by volunteers from the church, who are dedicated to creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere for everyone.
β
At Mickey's Cafe, you'll find a diverse range of people - from regulars who have been coming for years, to newcomers looking to make new friends.
No matter who you are or where you're from, you'll be greeted with a smile and a warm welcome.
π FREE Valuation Day - Woburn
Wednesday 14 May 2025
Time: 10:00 - 13:00
π Discover the true value of your jewellery, silver, fine art and collectables.
TIME:
Drop in any time between 10am - 1pm
π FREE VALUATION
Join our gemmologist and general valuer for a free, no obligation valuation at The Woburn, George Street, Woburn.
π· Consigning now for our auction at the Woburn Hotel.
TIME:
Drop in any time between 10am - 1pm
π FREE VALUATION
Join our gemmologist and general valuer for a free, no obligation valuation at The Woburn, George Street, Woburn.
π· Consigning now for our auction at the Woburn Hotel.
πΆ Free Stay & Play For babies and Toddlers in Wilstead
Wednesday 14 May 2025
Time: 13:30 - 15:15
π§Έ Every Wednesday in term time. Stay and Play is a weekly group for parents/carers with young children. Located at Wilstead Evangelical Church.
π FREE!
Itβs open to anyone and free to attend. Mums and other carers from Wilstead and the surrounding area come along for their children to play while they enjoy the company over a tea or coffee.
π FREE!
Itβs open to anyone and free to attend. Mums and other carers from Wilstead and the surrounding area come along for their children to play while they enjoy the company over a tea or coffee.
We offer a range of toys and activities, including:
βοΈBaby toys, mats and mobiles
βοΈRole-play resources, such as dressing-up clothes and kitchen
βοΈRide-ons, slide and playhouse
βοΈJigsaws, garage and vehicles
βοΈPainting and craft activities
βοΈRide-ons, slide and playhouse
βοΈJigsaws, garage and vehicles
βοΈPainting and craft activities
βοΈWHAT ELSE DO WE DO?
We also run coffee mornings once or twice a term, and an annual summer picnic.
βΉοΈ For more info, contact Hannah on:
βοΈ 01234 589563
βοΈ 01234 589563
βοΈ FREE MICKEY'S CAFE - The Transfiguration Church in Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 14:00
βοΈ MICKEY'S CAFE
Free Mickey's Cafe at The Church of the Transfiguration in Kempston, Bedfordshire is more than just a place to grab a cup of coffee or a quick bite to eat. It is a safe and welcoming space where people from all walks of life can come together and enjoy each other's company.
π WHEN?
βͺοΈEvery Tuesday & Thursday
βͺοΈ12pm - 2pm
π WHEN?
βͺοΈEvery Tuesday & Thursday
βͺοΈ12pm - 2pm
β
π DETAILS:
Located in the heart of the Kempston community, Mickeyβs Cafe offers not only delicious food and drinks, but also a sense of community and belonging.
π DETAILS:
Located in the heart of the Kempston community, Mickeyβs Cafe offers not only delicious food and drinks, but also a sense of community and belonging.
The cafe is run by volunteers from the church, who are dedicated to creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere for everyone.
β
At Mickey's Cafe, you'll find a diverse range of people - from regulars who have been coming for years, to newcomers looking to make new friends.
No matter who you are or where you're from, you'll be greeted with a smile and a warm welcome.
π§ SEND, Stay and Play in our own way in Flitwick (Children aged upto 12 years)
Thursday 15 May 2025
Time: 13:30 - 14:30
βA fun group for children with SEND and their Parents and Carers. Explore our wonderful Childrenβs Centre in Flitwick while spending time with other parents/carers and young children who have additional needs.
βͺοΈWHEN? NO BOOKING JUST TURN UP.
Weekly on Thursday's.
βͺοΈAGES:
Our, 'Stay and Play in Our Own Way' sessions are open for all families with children aged up to 12. Even if your children are at school, please do still come along to build friendships and gain advice and support from professionals. A member of staff from the SEND Team attends every session, so they are on hand for specific support.
CONTACT DETAILS FOR ANY ENQUIRES
βοΈ Telephone 0300 300 8111
π§ Email: flitwick.childrencentre@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
βͺοΈWHEN? NO BOOKING JUST TURN UP.
Weekly on Thursday's.
βͺοΈAGES:
Our, 'Stay and Play in Our Own Way' sessions are open for all families with children aged up to 12. Even if your children are at school, please do still come along to build friendships and gain advice and support from professionals. A member of staff from the SEND Team attends every session, so they are on hand for specific support.
CONTACT DETAILS FOR ANY ENQUIRES
βοΈ Telephone 0300 300 8111
π§ Email: flitwick.childrencentre@centralbedfordshire.gov.uk
π₯FREE BOX RELEASE FOR AGES 12-19 IN LEIGHTON BUZZARD
Thursday 15 May 2025
Time: 17:00 - 18:00
π₯ Box Release - Run by TACTIC Youth Workers and a Sports Coach, this non-contact boxing program is designed for ages 12-19.
Discover the benefits:
β¨οΈ Discipline
β¨οΈ Self-Defence skills
β¨οΈ Stress Relief
β¨οΈ Confidence β building
β¨οΈ Health & Fitness encouragement
π₯ ALL EQUIPMENT PROVIDED FREE!
β¨οΈ Discipline
β¨οΈ Self-Defence skills
β¨οΈ Stress Relief
β¨οΈ Confidence β building
β¨οΈ Health & Fitness encouragement
π₯ ALL EQUIPMENT PROVIDED FREE!
πWHEN & WHERE?
βͺοΈWhen: Every Thursday
βͺοΈTime: 5-6pm
βͺοΈWhere: Pages Park Pavilion, Leighton Buzzard
βοΈ RESERVE A SPACE - Limited
Call 01525 373838 to reserve your spot.
π Free Panacea Museum in Bedford 2025
Thursday 15 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00 Price: Β£0.00
π‘A FREE MUSEUM IN BEDFORD- The Panacea, a beautiful Victorian House.
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
π Free Panacea Museum in Bedford 2025
Friday 16 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00 Price: Β£0.00
π‘A FREE MUSEUM IN BEDFORD- The Panacea, a beautiful Victorian House.
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
π Free Panacea Museum in Bedford 2025
Saturday 17 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00 Price: Β£0.00
π‘A FREE MUSEUM IN BEDFORD- The Panacea, a beautiful Victorian House.
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
π FREE - Toby's Tall Tales at The Higgins, Bedford
Sunday 18 May 2025
Time: 14:30
π Join trained actor and teacher Toby in the art gallery on a creative exploration of stories. Toby will engage children with immersive story reading and help children create their own stories using puppets, drawings, songs and the artwork from the gallery.
βͺοΈAGES: Ideal for ages up to 7.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
β οΈ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
Please be aware, space in the gallery is limited and is offered on a first come first served basis.
π TOBY'S TALES 2025 DATES
βͺοΈSunday 13th April
βͺοΈSunday 18th May
βͺοΈSunday 15th June
βͺοΈSunday 20th July
βΉοΈ ABOUT THE HIGGINS MUSEUM
At the Higgins Art Gallery and Museum in Bedford, you can expect to explore collections of fine and decorative arts, including watercolours and prints, alongside local stories and archaeological finds, with free admission and a variety of events for all ages.
βΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk/Visit_us/Accessibility/Accessibility.aspx#:~:text=General%20Access,very%20welcome%20in%20the%20museum.
CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES:
βοΈ Phone: 01234 718618
βͺοΈAGES: Ideal for ages up to 7.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
β οΈ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
Please be aware, space in the gallery is limited and is offered on a first come first served basis.
π TOBY'S TALES 2025 DATES
βͺοΈSunday 13th April
βͺοΈSunday 18th May
βͺοΈSunday 15th June
βͺοΈSunday 20th July
βΉοΈ ABOUT THE HIGGINS MUSEUM
At the Higgins Art Gallery and Museum in Bedford, you can expect to explore collections of fine and decorative arts, including watercolours and prints, alongside local stories and archaeological finds, with free admission and a variety of events for all ages.
βΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk/Visit_us/Accessibility/Accessibility.aspx#:~:text=General%20Access,very%20welcome%20in%20the%20museum.
CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES:
βοΈ Phone: 01234 718618
π Free Panacea Museum in Bedford 2025
Sunday 18 May 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00 Price: Β£0.00
π‘A FREE MUSEUM IN BEDFORD- The Panacea, a beautiful Victorian House.
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org
Discover the amazing story of the unique religious community that created its own Garden of Eden in the centre of Bedford. The museum has beautiful gardens to walk around.
βOPEN:
Thursday - Sunday, 11am - 5pm
(last admission 4.30pm)
π SOME INTERESTING HISTORY
The Panacea Society was originally called βThe Community of the Holy Ghostβ, and was made up mostly of women. Its leader was Mabel Barltrop β the widow of an English clergyman, and mother of four childrenβ whose followers called her βOctaviaβ.
Octavia. The founder of the Panacea Society.
During the 1920s, followers of the Panacea Society moved to Bedford to live near Octavia. Eventually, the community was able to combine the gardens of several properties to form βthe campusβ β a private space between the community houses, with a chapel at its centre.
From this headquarters, the Society operated a religious organisation which reached across the world. Over two thousand people became members of the Panacea Society, in Europe, North America and many parts of the British Empire and Commonwealth.
From its beginning, the Panacea Society expected the end of the world. Society members were convinced that God would soon act to bring about a new age β a period of peace and happiness called βthe Millenniumβ.
The Panacea Society was part of a wider religious movement of groups concerned with prophecy. The Panaceans believed that God was speaking to them through Octavia, but her followers did not believe she was the only modern prophet. Rather, they accepted a lineage of seven prophetic voices since the late 1700s β a tradition they called βthe Visitationβ.
π§ FOR CHILDREN
Children trails, colouring sheets and wooden toys in the activity space in the main museum building 'Castleside'.
β FOOD AND DRINK
Tea room serving refreshments, hot & cold snacks with indoor & outdoor seating
πΌ TOILET INFORMATION
Baby changing can be found in a toilet that is big enough to fit a pushchair in
π ΏοΈ PARKING
No parking is available at the Museum, however there is pay and display parking nearby.
βΏπ ΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY (Partly accessible)
Accessible info and blue badge holders, click here: https://panaceamuseum.org/visiting/access
CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Tel: 01234 353178
π§ museum@panaceatrust.org