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🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026


Time: 10:30 - 16:00

🌺 From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2026, we open the doors of the Walled Garden, Luton and welcome visitors to our unique Capability Brown designed walled garden and its unique service buildings.

🌹 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

🎡 £2 Funfair 2026 - Northampton Racecourse


Time: 17:00 - 22:00 Price: £2.00

🎡 For an affordable day outcome to the fair Scarrott's Fair for £2 rides.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
With Extreme rides - adult rides - kids rides loads of stalls with prizes there’s something for the whole family. Cash or card excepted.

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️30th April 2026 - 17th May 2020

🕙 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 5pm - 10pm
▪️Saturday: 1pm - 10pm
▪️Sunday: 1pm - 9pm

📍LOCATION
White Elephant Corner
Northampton Racecourse
NN2 7HG

ℹ️ KEEP UPDATED
Keep an eye on the Facebook Page via the event link incase of any changes.

🎷⛴️ Jazz Music Cruise - The Kingfisher, Bedford


Time: 19:30 - 21:30

🎷 Enjoy live jazz from the Gary Wood Trio as the sun goes down and the John Bunyan cruises along Bedford’s beautiful river. It’s a lovely way to unwind, soak up the atmosphere and enjoy Bedford from a different perspective.

🗓 DATE & TIME
▪️Thursday 14th May 2026
▪️Departs at 7:30pm
▪️Returning at approximately 9:30pm
▪️Duration: 2 hours

▪️AGE: 16+


🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
A relaxing evening cruise with live jazz music on board, performed by the talented Gary Wood Trio. As you sail through Bedford’s riverside scenery, you can sit back and enjoy the sounds of jazz in a unique and atmospheric setting.

✅ WHAT'S INCLUDED
There is a Galley Bar on board serving hot, cold and alcoholic drinks (from 12pm) and a small selection of snacks.
▪️Live jazz from the Gary Wood Trio
▪️A scenic evening cruise on the River Ouse
▪️A great choice for a relaxed night out in Bedford

🔥 DISCOUNT AT THE KINGFISHER
You can get 10% off your meal at The Kingfisher when you book to eat before your cruise. Check out the website here.

♿ WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE

🎟 TICKET COST: £36PP
Advance booking is recommended you can do this via the ticket link below.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01234 270044

🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford


Time: 09:00 - 17:00

🐷 Entry to our farm is free at Knotts of Tempsford although there are different activities you can book  which are chargable, you can these activities via the event link.

🗓 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

🎡 £2 Funfair 2026 - Northampton Racecourse


Time: 17:00 - 22:00 Price: £2.00

🎡 For an affordable day outcome to the fair Scarrott's Fair for £2 rides.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
With Extreme rides - adult rides - kids rides loads of stalls with prizes there’s something for the whole family. Cash or card excepted.

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️30th April 2026 - 17th May 2020

🕙 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 5pm - 10pm
▪️Saturday: 1pm - 10pm
▪️Sunday: 1pm - 9pm

📍LOCATION
White Elephant Corner
Northampton Racecourse
NN2 7HG

ℹ️ KEEP UPDATED
Keep an eye on the Facebook Page via the event link incase of any changes.

🎶🍹 Old Skool Garage & RnB Bottomless Brunch - The Rose, Bedford


Time: 19:30 - 22:00 Price: £34.00

🔥 Old Skool Garage & RnB Brunch at The Rose, Bedford. Start your weekend the right way every Friday night from 7:30pm!

🤩 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

🎡 Kempston Funfair (Discount Day) - May 2026


Time: 17:00 - 21:00

🎡 Kempston FUNFAIR is back for May 2026! Free entry! Keep an eye out for a 2 FOR 1 leaflets! AMAZING VALUE! Free entry!

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!

🎮 The Pixel Bunker, Milton Keynes


Time: 10:00 - 20:00

🎮 Attention Gamers! Find your favourite classic childhood games and compete with friends & family at The Pixel Bunker, in Milton Keynes.

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

🤭 Comedy Bar: May 2026 - The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton


Time: 19:30 - 22:00 Price: £9.00

🍻Gather your friends, grab some drinks and join resident MC Jake Pickford for an evening of stand-up comedy from the nation's up and coming talent.

▪️AGE:
Strictly 16+, content may include adult themes and strong language.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
In the cosy and welcoming atmosphere of the Basement Bar, comedians from around the region will tickle your funny bones, incite belly laughs and bring tears of mirth in this evening of fun and entertainment.

🎤 Headliner: Dawn Bailey

😃 Support:
▪️Ed Hedges
▪️Josh Taylor
▪️Stylophobia
▪️Qasim Akhtar

🎟 TICKET COST: £9.00

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

🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford


Time: 09:00 - 17:00

🐷 Entry to our farm is free at Knotts of Tempsford although there are different activities you can book  which are chargable, you can these activities via the event link.

🗓 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

🎡 £2 Funfair 2026 - Northampton Racecourse


Time: 17:00 - 22:00 Price: £2.00

🎡 For an affordable day outcome to the fair Scarrott's Fair for £2 rides.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
With Extreme rides - adult rides - kids rides loads of stalls with prizes there’s something for the whole family. Cash or card excepted.

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️30th April 2026 - 17th May 2020

🕙 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 5pm - 10pm
▪️Saturday: 1pm - 10pm
▪️Sunday: 1pm - 9pm

📍LOCATION
White Elephant Corner
Northampton Racecourse
NN2 7HG

ℹ️ KEEP UPDATED
Keep an eye on the Facebook Page via the event link incase of any changes.
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🌏 Around the World 2026 - Priory Gardens, Dunstable


Time: 10:30 - 16:30

🌍 Leave your passports at home and head to Priory Gardens in Dunstable on Saturday 16th May 2026 for a fantastic FREE Around the World event!

Get ready for a fun-filled day celebrating cultures, traditions and community spirit from across the globe - right here in Bedfordshire.

🌟 WHAT TO EXPECT
This vibrant family-friendly event will showcase a wide range of activities and entertainment from different cultures and traditions from around the world, including:
▪️Polynesian dance and workshop
▪️Sam O’Shanty puppet show
▪️Chinese folk dance and workshops
▪️Native American drumming and traditional songs
▪️Indigenous culture, crafts and storytelling
▪️Giant panda walkabout
▪️Lion dance and face changing performance
▪️Puppet-making and creative craft sessions
▪️Colombian dance and workshops
▪️Wild West Fest
▪️Performances, workshops, music, dance, activities, catering, stalls and much more!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 There’s plenty for all ages to enjoy, whether you’re popping along for the performances, getting involved in creative activities, or simply soaking up the lively atmosphere in the beautiful setting of Priory Gardens.

🏛 DISCOVER DUNSTABLE’S HERITAGE
As well as celebrating cultures from around the world, you’ll also have the chance to meet local community groups and learn more about Dunstable’s heritage and past.

🍴 FOOD & STALLS
Take your time exploring the stalls and enjoy tasty treats from the food concessions on site while you make a day of it.

🎟️ FREE ENTRY!

🌱🦆 Sutton Plant Sale & Art Exhibition 2026


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

✨️ A wonderful plant sale & duck race at  will be at The Old Rectory Church, Sutton and commence on Saturday 16th May & Sunday 17th May 2026.

🌱 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.
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♨️ Bottomless BBQ & Bottomless Drinks - The Albert Inn, Hitchin


Time: 12:00 - 20:00 Price: £33.00

♨️ Join us for our famous Smoked meats event at The Albert, Inn, Hitchin! Get 2 hours of Bottomless BBQ and Bottomless Drinks.

🤑 WHAT'S THE DEAL?
2 Hours of bottomless meats from our smoker with selected bottomless drinks too.

🕛 WHAT TIME IS IT HAPPENING?
We have 2 hour slots throughout the day ranging from 12pm right through to 8pm.

We have 5 sittings through the day - pop to the tickets page to pick your best time.

🥂 WHAT DRINKS ARE INCLUDED?
Bottomless Prosecco, House wines, Mimosas, Aperol Spritz, and pints of real ale, Hobgoblin IPA or Kronenbourg 1664.
*As always, management reserve the right to refuse service!

🥩 AND THIS BOTTOMLESS BBQ.... WHAT DO I GET?
Ah, the right question! On arrival, you will get a board of sides (dirty fries, slaw, corn and tater tots) as well as a full board of meats that will include our iconic smoked brisket, Korean BBQ flavoured pork belly, Strips of medium rare steak, pulled pork shoulder and Franks hot sauced chicken wings.

🍽 AND HOW DO I KEEP IT COMING?
We will have a waiter service so just grab one of our staff and tell them what you want and we'll bring it right up! As long as you have finished the current portion of the meat you request! We're not being tight..... Just don't want good BBQ to go to waste!

How do I know you won't run out of BBQ?

Well that's the reason we are doing a pre-sale with tickets so we can ensure we are prepared for you. We imagine an angry meat mob is scary!

What happens after the 2 hour slot? Can I stick around?

You won't be kicked out but you may be moved to another area depending on how busy we are for the next session.

🎟 TICKET COST:
Tickets are £33pp + booking fee for bottomless BBQ and Drinks. Ridiculously good value if you ask us! (If you come in and book directly with us you can avoid the yucky booking fee!)

ℹ️ ​CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Info@thealbertpub.com
☎️ Phone: 01462 632716 

🚣‍♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford


Time: 10:00 - 15:00

🚣‍♂️ Row a dragon boating at Longholme Lake in Bedford this 2026.

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.
Riders under the age of 16 must have consent given by a guardian who is with them. Said guardian will need to sign the hire agreement.

▪️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

🕺 Soul & Motown at Moreteyne Manor


Time: 18:00 - 23:30

🕺 Soul & Motown Night at Moreteyne Manor on Saturday 16th May 2026 from 6.30pm.

🎶 EVENT DETAILS
With DJ Ronnie T, delicious food, burgers, drinks, beers and wine. Free entry.

BOOK A TABLE
Book a table to secure a spot.
☎️ Phone:
01234 767003

🎡 Kempston Funfair - May 2026


Time: 13:00 - 21:00

🎡 Kempston FUNFAIR is back for May 2026! Free entry! Keep an eye out for a 2 FOR 1 leaflets! AMAZING VALUE! Free entry!

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!

🎮 The Pixel Bunker, Milton Keynes


Time: 10:00 - 20:00

🎮 Attention Gamers! Find your favourite classic childhood games and compete with friends & family at The Pixel Bunker, in Milton Keynes.

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

🌷 Church Farm Open Garden - Pulloxhill


Time: 14:00 - 17:00

🌷 The National Garden Scheme has been funding nursing and health charities since 1927. Your visits to our gardens make a huge difference. Come and visit the beautiful Church Farm in Pulloxhill.

🗓 2026 DATE & TIME
▪️
Saturday 16th May: 2pm - 5pm
▪️Sunday 17th May: 2pm - 5pm

🌸 EVENT DETAILS - CHURCH FARM
Mixed colourful borders with a fabulous collection bearded irises.  Large award winning topiary subjects, a wildlife pond, kitchen garden and wildflower orchard with a rose walk. Cut flower area and countryside views. Fairy glade across meadows. Livestock may be present in adjoining fields so regret no dogs.

Harlington Hogspital hedgehog rescue will be present at the garden to offer lots of advice and information.
There will also be a plant sale at the garden.

🎟 ADMISSION COST
▪️Adults: £7
▪️Children: free

Pay at gate or to book online via the website to visit.

ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY 
Expanse of gravel may cause problems for wheelchairs and walking aids.

🅿️ PARKING 
Visitors, please park in the field beyond the pub car park. 

🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford


Time: 09:00 - 17:00

🐷 Entry to our farm is free at Knotts of Tempsford although there are different activities you can book  which are chargable, you can these activities via the event link.

🗓 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
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