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🏄♀️ Learn to Paddleboard in 3 Lessons - Kempston Outdoor Centre
Time: 18:30 - 20:00 Price: £115.00
▪️AGE: Suitable for ages 8+
Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult aged 21+
📅 COURSE DATES
▪️ Tuesday 19th May 2026
▪️ Tuesday 26th May 2026
▪️ Tuesday 2nd June 2026
▪️ Plus an additional hire session to use at a time that suits you
⏰ TIMINGS: 6.30pm - 8pm each session lasts 90 minutes.
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
Perfect for beginners, this Level 1 Intro to Stand Up Paddleboard Course is a great way to get on the water, build confidence and learn the basics of one of the UK’s fastest growing watersports. Set on a calm stretch of the River Great Ouse, it’s designed to be accessible for most people, with Grade 0 flat water paddling and expert coaching throughout.
✅ WHAT’S INCLUDED
▪️ Stand up paddleboard
▪️ SUP paddle
▪️ Buoyancy aid
▪️ Dry bag if needed
▪️ Bank-based briefing
▪️ Professional coaches
▪️ Certification fee
▪️ Activity equipment
▪️ Paddle UK Start Personal Paddling Award
🧥 AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
▪️ Waterproofs
▪️ Wetsuit hire
▪️ Drysuit hire
ℹ️ WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Across the three weeks, you’ll cover everything from getting on the water and finding your balance, to turning, steering, simple river journeys and self-rescue skills. There’s also the chance to progress onto further SUP levels afterwards.
🎒 WHAT TO BRING
Wear comfortable clothes such as gym wear, shorts, a t-shirt or wetsuit, plus water shoes or old trainers. Bring a towel and a change of clothes.
🎟 TICKET COST: £115 for the full 3-week coached block
ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 07934 861692
👥 GROUP BOOKINGS
Private and tailored group bookings are also available on the organiser’s website via the event link.
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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🏍 Wednesday Bike Night - Amici Coffee, Sandy
Time: 18:00 - 21:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
Held at Alicia's Coffee, Girtford Bridge, Sandy, popular midweek bike meets bring together bikes, burgers, coffee and a great crowd from 6pm to 9pm. Whether you’re riding in, meeting mates, or just fancy soaking up the atmosphere, everyone is welcome.
🔥 WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️ Theme nights throughout the season
▪️ BBQ favourites and a dedicated biker menu
▪️ Burgers, coffee and more from Amici Coffee
▪️ A casual, friendly atmosphere for riders and visitors alike
🅿️ PARKING
Additional parking is available next door at the car wash, making it even easier to pop along and join the meet.
✅ GOOD TO KNOW
Amici’s bike nights are known for their welcoming vibe and lively turnout. It’s a relaxed evening for the biking community, with a clear expectation that everyone behaves respectfully — no antisocial behaviour.
So if you’re looking for a Bedfordshire bike meet with good food, good coffee and plenty of bikes to admire, Amici in Sandy is well worth adding to your Wednesday night plans.
🚣♂️ Intro to Kayaking Over 3 Lessons - Kempston Outdoor Centre
Time: 18:30 - 20:00 Price: £115.00
▪️AGE: Suitable for ages 8+
Under 18s must be accompanied by an adult aged 21+
📅 2026 COURSE DATES
▪️ Tuesday 19th May 2026
▪️ Tuesday 27th May 2026
▪️ Tuesday 3nd June 2026
▪️ Includes a free additional hire session to practise your skills
⏰ TIMINGS: 6.30pm - 8pm
Each session lasts 90 minutes.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Perfect for beginners, this Level 1 Intro to Kayaking Course is a great way to build confidence on the water and develop your paddling skills with support from professional coaches. The course is Grade 0, meaning it takes place on flat water and should be within most people’s abilities.
Set on a calm stretch of the River Great Ouse, it’s designed to be accessible for most people, with Grade 0 flat water paddling and expert coaching throughout.
✅ WHAT’S INCLUDED?
▪️Kayak / craft hire
▪️Paddles
▪️Buoyancy aid
▪️Dry bag if needed
▪️Bank based briefing
▪️Professional coaching
▪️Opportunity to try a variety of kayaks
🎟 TICKET COST: £115 for the full 3-week coached block
ℹ️ WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
Over the 3 weeks, paddlers will cover key introductory skills including forward and backward paddling, turning, steering, support strokes, simple river journeys, capsize drills, self rescue and peer rescue. This course is designed as a stepping stone towards becoming a more confident and independent kayaker.
🎒 WHAT TO BRING
Wear comfortable clothing such as gym wear, shorts, a t-shirt or wetsuit, plus water shoes or old trainers. Bring a towel and a change of clothes. Waterproofs, wetsuits and drysuits may also be available on request.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 07934 861692
🚘 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.
🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford
Time: 09:00 - 17:00
🗓 OPENING TIMES
▪️Thursday- Saturday: 9am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 10am - 4pm
🍔THE FARMERS CAFE
Our Farmers Cafe is open 10am-3pm serving hot food and drinks.
👩🌾 FARM SHOP
Visit our Farm Shop. You'll find locally sourced, delicious produce at Knotts.
Take home goodies from the Farm
ℹ️ FAQ'S, ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFO
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 669376
🎪 James Richards Circus 2026 - Great Denham
Time: 19:00 - 20:40
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Thursday 21st May: 6pm
▪️Friday 22nd May: 7pm
▪️Saturday 23rd May: 2pm & 5pm
▪️Sunday 24th May: 2pm & 5pm
💥 THURSDAY 21ST MAY OFFER
All seats £8!
💥 FRIDAY 22ND MAY OFFER
Blue Light Card & Defence Discount Service special offer. For our blue light and Defence discount deals email: info@jamesrichardscircus.co.uk
Alternatively the box office opens for the first time at Midday Thursday.
🧒 CHILDREN
We charge children from 2 to 15 yrs of age. Under 2's are free, we do not allocate them a seat as they are required to be seated on parents' lap during the performance.
♿️ DISABLED TICKETS
You need to contact us through our social media or you can email us at info@jamesrichardscircus.co.uk for information and prices
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults: £15.18
▪️Children & Seniors: £10.84
▪️Under 2's are free (but are expected to be seated on parents/guardians lap through out the performance.
🕺 Bedford Soul Train Freestyle - Addison Centre, Kempston
Time: 19:45 - 23:45
🕢 TIMES
▪️Doors open at 7:45 pm
▪️Music runs from 7:45 pm to 11:45 pm.
🎶 ABOUT...
The Motown era is beloved by many in the dance community, and we wish to pay homage to the very best of the music that lit up the charts from back in the day. Pairing classic and current Soul-inspired mainroom music throughout the evening, you can be sure of a balanced blend of dance-friendly tracks.
Rachel will be your door host, and music will be courtesy of DJ Marc.
📍THE ADDISON CENTRE, KEMPSTON
The Addison Centre has a licensed bar taking both cash and card payments. In addition, around 10 pm, we serve complimentary teas, coffee and light bites to keep your energy up. The hall has a brand new sprung flooring and excellent acoustics.
🎟 TICKET COST: £12.00
You don’t need to worry about booking in advance. Entrance is £12 on the door, payable by card or cash.
🅿️ PARKING
There is a large private car park.
🎶🍹 Old Skool Garage & RnB Bottomless Brunch - The Rose, Bedford
Time: 19:30 - 22:00 Price: £34.00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
We’re bringing you the best of old skool garage & RnB vibes with a live DJ spinning nothing but classics all night long. Expect good music, great food, and even better energy.
🎧 Live DJ | Garage & RnB Classics
Round up your crew and secure your spot — this is one you don’t want to miss.
🍸 BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH MENU
Take a look on the website. Scroll down to the pre-booked menu (blue section) to download the Bottomless Brunch Menu.
🎟 TICKET COST:
Bottomless Brunch event! For just £34, you can enjoy a delicious meal and bottomless drinks for 2 hours. Book now HERE!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 353749
💃 Drag Bingo - The Kingfisher, Bedford
Time: 19:00 Price: £15.00
🕖 TIME:
▪️Doors open : 7:00pm
▪️Start time: 7:30pm
🤩 EVENT DETAILS
Hosted by the fabulous Sandy Flaps. Expect cheeky humour, lively bingo rounds and plenty of laughs.
All money raised through ticket sales will be going to local charity Blues Foundation.
Why not make a night of it and book a table for dinner before hand? Book a Table
🎟 TICKET COST:
£15pp – All goes to charity the Blues Foundation.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 270044
🎮 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
🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford
Time: 09:00 - 17:00
🗓 OPENING TIMES
▪️Thursday- Saturday: 9am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 10am - 4pm
🍔THE FARMERS CAFE
Our Farmers Cafe is open 10am-3pm serving hot food and drinks.
👩🌾 FARM SHOP
Visit our Farm Shop. You'll find locally sourced, delicious produce at Knotts.
Take home goodies from the Farm
ℹ️ FAQ'S, ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFO
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 669376
🍻 Flitwick Cricket Club Beer Festival 2026
Time: 19:00 - 00:00
🍻 BEER FESTIVAL DETAILS
▪️Friday 22nd May: 7pm - 12am
▪️Saturday 23rd May: 1pm - 12am
▪️Sunday 24th May: 1pm - 12am
Our Beer Festival will run till midnight for 3 nights so make the most of this social event and the Bank Holiday! Cash and card accepted at the bar.
Please book the Beer Festival tickets in advance via the QR code, or alternatively purchasing from our Flitwick Cricket Club Bar.
Opening up Flitwick Cricket Club to local families, and the Bedfordshire Community.
🎟 BEER FESTIVAL TICKET COST:
Beer Festival Tickets are £7.50 (includes first Barrel Pint!)
BOOK TICKETS HERE
🎉 FAMILY FUN DAY - FREE ENTRY
▪️Saturday 23rd May: 1pm - 6pm
Family Fun Day is on Saturday from 1pm - 6pm, free entry! Please bring cash for children's activities. Card payments are accepted by a majority of stall holders.
✨️ Inflatables
✨️ Face painting
✨️ Tombola
✨️ Craft Stalls
✨️ Music
✨️ Games....and more!
We look forward to welcoming you!
🎤 K-Pop All Stars - Grove Theatre, Dunstable
Time: 19:30
▪️AGE INFO
Ages 16 years and under must be accompanied by an adult and sat together.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Feel the power of stadium-sized anthems, razor-sharp choreography, and a cast that delivers every beat with precision and passion.
Featuring hits from Blackpink, NewJeans, Katseye, BTS, Itzy, Stray Kids, Twice, Jung Kook, and loads more, the show lights up the stage with breathtaking visuals, original choreography, and non-stop energy from start to finish.
With light sticks glowing across the crowd and chart-topping tracks filling the room, K-POP All Stars captures the excitement, colour, and emotion of the world’s biggest pop movement – all in one unforgettable show.
🎟 TICKETS COST: FROM £30
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
🧺 Picnic in the Park - Bedford Park
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
🌳 EVENT DETAILS
Everyone welcome just bring your own picnic, chairs & blankets. Let’s enjoy good company, good food and fresh air altogether.
🕺Soul Matrix - The Blackhorse, Leighton Buzzard
Time: 19:30
🎪 James Richards Circus 2026 - Great Denham
Time: 18:00 - 19:40
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Thursday 21st May: 6pm
▪️Friday 22nd May: 7pm
▪️Saturday 23rd May: 2pm & 5pm
▪️Sunday 24th May: 2pm & 5pm
💥 THURSDAY 21ST MAY OFFER
All seats £8!
💥 FRIDAY 22ND MAY OFFER
Blue Light Card & Defence Discount Service special offer. For our blue light and Defence discount deals email: info@jamesrichardscircus.co.uk
Alternatively the box office opens for the first time at Midday Thursday.
🧒 CHILDREN
We charge children from 2 to 15 yrs of age. Under 2's are free, we do not allocate them a seat as they are required to be seated on parents' lap during the performance.
♿️ DISABLED TICKETS
You need to contact us through our social media or you can email us at info@jamesrichardscircus.co.uk for information and prices
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults: £15.18
▪️Children & Seniors: £10.84
▪️Under 2's are free (but are expected to be seated on parents/guardians lap through out the performance.
🎉 MK Jeans Carnival 2026 - Campbell Park Amphitheatre, Milton Keynes
Time: 12:00 - 21:00
🗓 EVENT DETAILS
▪️ Date: Saturday 23rd May 2026
▪️ Time: From 12pm - 9pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Free family fun returns to MK - get set for another summer blast! Expect great vibes, big energy and a welcoming atmosphere throughout the day. Retailers will also be displaying and selling their goods at the event, ranging from clothing, artifacts, arts, catering, jewelleries and other items.
🌟 WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️ Family-friendly entertainment
▪️ Live music and performances
▪️ Dance on stage and plenty of atmosphere
▪️ Tasty food stalls and refreshments
▪️ Community spirit and summer fun for all ages
👧🏽 MK OASIS CHILDREN ON THE GRAND STAGE
MK Oasis Children will also be performing as part of the day’s entertainment. If you would like your child to take part, you can register your interest using the contact details below.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 07342 300956
📧 Email: info.mandgproductions@yahoo.co.uk
🛥 🎶 Boxmoor Canal Weekend and Floating Market 2026
Time: 10:00 - 19:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 23rd - Monday 25th May
▪️Floating Market: 10am - 5pm
▪️Live music from: 12pm - 7pm
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come along to listen to the music, sample the delicious café food and freshly made to order pizza, enjoy a drink from our licensed bar and stroll along the canal, soaking up the colour' and atmosphere of the 3 day floating market as you peruse and purchase some beautiful gifts and handmade items.
Three days of Blues, Folk & Roots music performed on the canal-side open-air stage at Fishery Wharf Café Canal Lock, This is an ideal event for families and an excellent chance for children to see some first-class music. The full 3-day music line up below.
ℹ️ FISHERY WHARF CAFE
🗓 Saturday 23rd May
▪️12.00 – Bluejam Acoustic – Indie Folk Originals
▪️13.00 – Rain Of Animals – Bluegrass, Oldtime, Swing
▪️14.00 – Around About Dusk – New Orleans Jazz, Folk, Roots And Blues
▪️15.00 – Blue Fingers – Classic Blues
▪️16.00 – The ZML Band – Classic Acoustic Covers
▪️17.00 – Callum Granger – Acoustic Folk Blues
▪️18.00 – Shane Lamont & Friends – Classic Covers
🗓 Sunday 24th May - Live Music
▪️12.00 – Lauren May
▪️12.20 – Ed Coan – Acoustic Originals
▪️13.00 – Brixton Hicks – Rootsy Americana
▪️14.00 – The Rosellys – Americana Country Blues
▪️15.00 – Billy Watman – Classical Guitar & Loop Box
▪️16.00 – The Thumping Tommy’s – Americana Bluegrass
▪️17.00 – The Rosellys – Americana Country Blues
▪️18.00 – Sweet Cornbread – Americana, Dub Folk Rootsy Blues
🗓 Monday 25th May - Live Music
▪️12.00 – Pete Calow All Stars
▪️13.00 – The Blue Hokum Boys – Early Blues
▪️14.00 – Ed Hicks And His Hot Cow Licks – Western Swing
▪️15.00 – Marky Dawson – Piano Man Classics
▪️16.00 – Dino Baptiste – Boogie Woogie Blues Piano & Drums Duo
▪️17.00 – Kaspar & The Swamp Dogs – Hell-Billy Blues
▪️18.00 – 11.00 Open Mic Hosted By Shane Lamont (Indoors)
🅿️ PARKING
Parking - Please park responsibly, parking in side streets outside our neighbours driveways doesn't help anybody!! Please walk to the event where possible. You can park at the Station Car Park, charges apply.
🚣♂️ 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
