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π A Talk on Interesting and famous people buried in Highgate Cemetery at Trinity Methodist Church, Biggleswade
Monday 12 May 2025
Time: 19:30 - 21:00
π A talk by Gill Price at Trinity Methodist Church in Biggleswade on Highgate Cemetery - interesting and famous people buried in one of London's Victorian burial grounds
π’ TIME
usually at 7:30pm for 8:00pm, on the first Monday of each month (except for Public Holidays when we move to the second Monday). Speakers provide a variety of talks and presentations.
πΊ WHERE?
Biggleswade History Society meets monthly at the Trinity Methodist Church, Shortmead Street Biggleswade,
π ENTRY COSTS - PAY ON THE NIGHT:
Meetings are free of charge for members with visitors are very welcome to attend for a charge of Β£4.00 per meeting. All welcome, no pre-booking required, pay on the night.
π’ TIME
usually at 7:30pm for 8:00pm, on the first Monday of each month (except for Public Holidays when we move to the second Monday). Speakers provide a variety of talks and presentations.
πΊ WHERE?
Biggleswade History Society meets monthly at the Trinity Methodist Church, Shortmead Street Biggleswade,
π ENTRY COSTS - PAY ON THE NIGHT:
Meetings are free of charge for members with visitors are very welcome to attend for a charge of Β£4.00 per meeting. All welcome, no pre-booking required, pay on the night.
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.
πΈ Refreshments in the Courtyard at Cowper & Newton Museum, Olney
Thursday 15 May 2025
Time: 10:30 - 12:00
πΈ Welcome to βRefreshments in the Courtyardβ in Olney! This enjoyable, relaxing event takes place every other Thursday morning during the summertime.
π 2025 DATES:
βͺοΈ1st May
βͺοΈ15th May βͺοΈ 24th July
βͺοΈ29th May βͺοΈ 7th August
βͺοΈ12th June βͺοΈ21st August
βͺοΈ26th June βͺοΈ4th September
βͺοΈ10th July βͺοΈ18th September
π 2025 DATES:
βͺοΈ1st May
βͺοΈ15th May βͺοΈ 24th July
βͺοΈ29th May βͺοΈ 7th August
βͺοΈ12th June βͺοΈ21st August
βͺοΈ26th June βͺοΈ4th September
βͺοΈ10th July βͺοΈ18th September
π° FOOD & DRINK
Delicious homemade cakes, a choice of tea, coffee, specialty tea or juice and a relaxing stroll around our beautiful 18th century, tranquil gardens β ALL FOR ONLY Β£6.00. Great value!
π·FREE ENTRY to the gardens: While away your time in the peace and tranquility. A perfect place to meet up with your friends and family β thereβs something for everyone!
π« COLLECT YOUR TICKET
No need to book in advance β just purchase your refreshments ticket in our Shop.
βοΈ CONTACT DETAILS: 01234 711516
π EXTEND YOUR VISIT TO THE MUSEUM
If you would like to make the most of your time here to see inside the Museum too, please purchase your admission pass in our Shop for only Β£10. Our super volunteers are ready to welcome you. (Did you know that your admission pass is also an βannual passβ which means you come back to see the museum and gardens anytime during normal opening hours throughout the year using your pass).
π MARKET DAY
Every Thursday is also βMarket Dayβ in Olney.
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
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π Steam, Classic & Country Fair 2025 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Saturday 17 May 2025
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
π§ KIDS GO FOR Β£1 to our new Steam, Classic & Country Fair!
π 2025 DATES
βͺοΈSaturday 17th & Sunday 18th May 2025 βͺοΈ10.30am-5pm
π EVENT DETAILS
A big spring event to be held around the whole site, including in our new Showground! There'll be vintage vehicles, including re-enactments from the emergency services preservation group. There will be steam engines, cars, tractors, lorries and buses as well. We will also have our popular dog show and other animals for petting.
βοΈ Full size & miniature steam trains, offering passenger rides.
βοΈ Pony & dog shows
βοΈ Traction engines
βοΈ Working fire engine demonstrations.
βοΈ Heritage bus rides round the village (free!)
βοΈ Vintage vehicles including cars, vans, bikes and traction engines.
βοΈ Enjoy our extensive Railway Museum and the model trains.
βοΈ Model stalls, tools and gifts.
βοΈ Plus, our stunning Visitor Centre with gift shop and cafΓ© will be open.
πΎ DOGS
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome everywhere on site and in the train.
Restrictions do apply in the cafeteria serving area.
βΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY
Our site is fully accessible for wheelchair and pushchair users. There are disabled toilets within the museum, miniature railway and Rewley Road visitor centre.
Train rides are available when we are running our MK1 carriages from Platform 4 withing the brake van. Other carriages are inaccessible for wheelchairs so please do contact us before visiting to check what will be running.
Our site is generally very wheelchair friendly, however, our trains use vintage carriages and their doors are not wide enough for wheelchairs and there are steps to get on.
π« CARERS GO FREE
Carers are admitted free of charge with the person there caring for but MUST produce proof of status on arrival. If you cannot provide proof of status you will be charged full price.
π TICKETS COST:
βͺοΈAdult Ticket: Β£14.50
βͺοΈSenior Ticket: Β£13.50
βͺοΈChild Ticket (3-17): Β£1.00
βͺοΈChild Under 3: Free
βͺοΈFamily Ticket (2 adults & 4 children): Β£44.50
βͺοΈFamily Ticket (1 adult & 4 children): Β£30.00
EXHIBITS & TRADE STALLS
βͺοΈIf you would like to exhibit please click here
βͺοΈIf you are interested in coming along with a trade stand, please click here
βΉοΈ CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Phone: 01296 655720
π§ Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
π 2025 DATES
βͺοΈSaturday 17th & Sunday 18th May 2025 βͺοΈ10.30am-5pm
π EVENT DETAILS
A big spring event to be held around the whole site, including in our new Showground! There'll be vintage vehicles, including re-enactments from the emergency services preservation group. There will be steam engines, cars, tractors, lorries and buses as well. We will also have our popular dog show and other animals for petting.
βοΈ Full size & miniature steam trains, offering passenger rides.
βοΈ Pony & dog shows
βοΈ Traction engines
βοΈ Working fire engine demonstrations.
βοΈ Heritage bus rides round the village (free!)
βοΈ Vintage vehicles including cars, vans, bikes and traction engines.
βοΈ Enjoy our extensive Railway Museum and the model trains.
βοΈ Model stalls, tools and gifts.
βοΈ Plus, our stunning Visitor Centre with gift shop and cafΓ© will be open.
πΎ DOGS
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome everywhere on site and in the train.
Restrictions do apply in the cafeteria serving area.
βΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY
Our site is fully accessible for wheelchair and pushchair users. There are disabled toilets within the museum, miniature railway and Rewley Road visitor centre.
Train rides are available when we are running our MK1 carriages from Platform 4 withing the brake van. Other carriages are inaccessible for wheelchairs so please do contact us before visiting to check what will be running.
Our site is generally very wheelchair friendly, however, our trains use vintage carriages and their doors are not wide enough for wheelchairs and there are steps to get on.
π« CARERS GO FREE
Carers are admitted free of charge with the person there caring for but MUST produce proof of status on arrival. If you cannot provide proof of status you will be charged full price.
π TICKETS COST:
βͺοΈAdult Ticket: Β£14.50
βͺοΈSenior Ticket: Β£13.50
βͺοΈChild Ticket (3-17): Β£1.00
βͺοΈChild Under 3: Free
βͺοΈFamily Ticket (2 adults & 4 children): Β£44.50
βͺοΈFamily Ticket (1 adult & 4 children): Β£30.00
EXHIBITS & TRADE STALLS
βͺοΈIf you would like to exhibit please click here
βͺοΈIf you are interested in coming along with a trade stand, please click here
βΉοΈ CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Phone: 01296 655720
π§ Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
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Hot
π AROUND THE WORLD 2025 IN DUNSTABLE - FREE ENTRY
Saturday 17 May 2025
Time: 10:30 - 16:30
π Leave your passports at home and come down to Priory Gardens in Dunstable to experience an βAround the Worldβ trip!
π WHAT TO EXPECT
This event will showcase a wide range of activities and entertainment from different cultures and traditions from around the world including:
βοΈ Dance,
βοΈ Music,
βοΈ Hands on activities,
βοΈ Storytelling,
βοΈ Animals,
βοΈ Childrenβs arts and crafts plus much more!
βοΈ Stalls & food concessions also on site.
π Meet local community groups to explore and learn more about Dunstableβs heritage and past.
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
Related Deals
π Walsworth Festival 51st 2025 - Hitchin
Sunday 18 May 2025
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
π FREE ENTRY - The Walsworth Festival in Hitchin was first conceived in the 1950s and organised by the Walsworth Residentsβ Community Association at St Faithβs Church. Having gone through a number of different incarnations over the years, the festival is now run by a small band of local volunteers, and is host to various stalls, events, music, food, and even a car show!
EVENT DETAILS
βοΈ Arena - In the centre of the festival we have an arena where various exhibitions and acts entertain the crowd.
βοΈ Car Show - There will be a eclectic mix of cars, from true classics, modern classics, and even the occasional supercar.
βοΈ Live Music - A live music stage will playing various genres throughout the day, provided by Todd in the Hole!
βοΈ Food and Drink - A range of world foods will be provided by our friends at Hitchin Street Food; pizza, burgers, currries - including vegan options.
π ΏοΈ PARKING - Β£3
There will be parking on the day for Β£3 and will be manned by volunteer marshals. Please use this car park or walk to the event so we can avoid congestion through cars parking on the road.
βΉοΈ APPLY FOR A STALL
Do you have some goods for sale, or are you a charity? Maybe you do Whack-a-mole?
Apply Now!
π§ Email: info@walsworthfestival.co.uk
EVENT DETAILS
βοΈ Arena - In the centre of the festival we have an arena where various exhibitions and acts entertain the crowd.
βοΈ Car Show - There will be a eclectic mix of cars, from true classics, modern classics, and even the occasional supercar.
βοΈ Live Music - A live music stage will playing various genres throughout the day, provided by Todd in the Hole!
βοΈ Food and Drink - A range of world foods will be provided by our friends at Hitchin Street Food; pizza, burgers, currries - including vegan options.
π ΏοΈ PARKING - Β£3
There will be parking on the day for Β£3 and will be manned by volunteer marshals. Please use this car park or walk to the event so we can avoid congestion through cars parking on the road.
βΉοΈ APPLY FOR A STALL
Do you have some goods for sale, or are you a charity? Maybe you do Whack-a-mole?
Apply Now!
π§ Email: info@walsworthfestival.co.uk
π Steam, Classic & Country Fair 2025 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Sunday 18 May 2025
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
π§ KIDS GO FOR Β£1 to our new Steam, Classic & Country Fair!
π 2025 DATES
βͺοΈSaturday 17th & Sunday 18th May 2025 βͺοΈ10.30am-5pm
π EVENT DETAILS
A big spring event to be held around the whole site, including in our new Showground! There'll be vintage vehicles, including re-enactments from the emergency services preservation group. There will be steam engines, cars, tractors, lorries and buses as well. We will also have our popular dog show and other animals for petting.
βοΈ Full size & miniature steam trains, offering passenger rides.
βοΈ Pony & dog shows
βοΈ Traction engines
βοΈ Working fire engine demonstrations.
βοΈ Heritage bus rides round the village (free!)
βοΈ Vintage vehicles including cars, vans, bikes and traction engines.
βοΈ Enjoy our extensive Railway Museum and the model trains.
βοΈ Model stalls, tools and gifts.
βοΈ Plus, our stunning Visitor Centre with gift shop and cafΓ© will be open.
πΎ DOGS
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome everywhere on site and in the train.
Restrictions do apply in the cafeteria serving area.
βΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY
Our site is fully accessible for wheelchair and pushchair users. There are disabled toilets within the museum, miniature railway and Rewley Road visitor centre.
Train rides are available when we are running our MK1 carriages from Platform 4 withing the brake van. Other carriages are inaccessible for wheelchairs so please do contact us before visiting to check what will be running.
Our site is generally very wheelchair friendly, however, our trains use vintage carriages and their doors are not wide enough for wheelchairs and there are steps to get on.
π« CARERS GO FREE
Carers are admitted free of charge with the person there caring for but MUST produce proof of status on arrival. If you cannot provide proof of status you will be charged full price.
π TICKETS COST:
βͺοΈAdult Ticket: Β£14.50
βͺοΈSenior Ticket: Β£13.50
βͺοΈChild Ticket (3-17): Β£1.00
βͺοΈChild Under 3: Free
βͺοΈFamily Ticket (2 adults & 4 children): Β£44.50
βͺοΈFamily Ticket (1 adult & 4 children): Β£30.00
EXHIBITS & TRADE STALLS
βͺοΈIf you would like to exhibit please click here
βͺοΈIf you are interested in coming along with a trade stand, please click here
βΉοΈ CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Phone: 01296 655720
π§ Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
π 2025 DATES
βͺοΈSaturday 17th & Sunday 18th May 2025 βͺοΈ10.30am-5pm
π EVENT DETAILS
A big spring event to be held around the whole site, including in our new Showground! There'll be vintage vehicles, including re-enactments from the emergency services preservation group. There will be steam engines, cars, tractors, lorries and buses as well. We will also have our popular dog show and other animals for petting.
βοΈ Full size & miniature steam trains, offering passenger rides.
βοΈ Pony & dog shows
βοΈ Traction engines
βοΈ Working fire engine demonstrations.
βοΈ Heritage bus rides round the village (free!)
βοΈ Vintage vehicles including cars, vans, bikes and traction engines.
βοΈ Enjoy our extensive Railway Museum and the model trains.
βοΈ Model stalls, tools and gifts.
βοΈ Plus, our stunning Visitor Centre with gift shop and cafΓ© will be open.
πΎ DOGS
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome everywhere on site and in the train.
Restrictions do apply in the cafeteria serving area.
βΏοΈ ACCESSIBILITY
Our site is fully accessible for wheelchair and pushchair users. There are disabled toilets within the museum, miniature railway and Rewley Road visitor centre.
Train rides are available when we are running our MK1 carriages from Platform 4 withing the brake van. Other carriages are inaccessible for wheelchairs so please do contact us before visiting to check what will be running.
Our site is generally very wheelchair friendly, however, our trains use vintage carriages and their doors are not wide enough for wheelchairs and there are steps to get on.
π« CARERS GO FREE
Carers are admitted free of charge with the person there caring for but MUST produce proof of status on arrival. If you cannot provide proof of status you will be charged full price.
π TICKETS COST:
βͺοΈAdult Ticket: Β£14.50
βͺοΈSenior Ticket: Β£13.50
βͺοΈChild Ticket (3-17): Β£1.00
βͺοΈChild Under 3: Free
βͺοΈFamily Ticket (2 adults & 4 children): Β£44.50
βͺοΈFamily Ticket (1 adult & 4 children): Β£30.00
EXHIBITS & TRADE STALLS
βͺοΈIf you would like to exhibit please click here
βͺοΈIf you are interested in coming along with a trade stand, please click here
βΉοΈ CONTACT DETAILS
βοΈ Phone: 01296 655720
π§ Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
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
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π» Ampthill Ghost Walk 2025
Wednesday 21 May 2025
Time: 20:00
AGES: Suitable for 14 year olds and over!
π± EVENT DETAILS
π HOUSES, PUBS, RUINS & MORE....
These walks will guide you around Ampthills most haunted and horrific sites. Youβll visit and hear stories about grand houses, pubs, shops, coaching inns, courthouses, private zoos, abandoned ruins, long lost stately homes and castles!
π» GHOSTS OF GANGSTERS, NUNS & MORE.....
With tales of ghosts, poltergeists, manifestations, floating orbs, paranormal investigations, satanic rituals, murders, hangings, theft, knights, house keepers, nuns, gangsters, soldiers, grave desecration and more!
π YOUR HOST
Acclaimed story teller, fan of the paranormal, macabre and the strange, Bryan your Ghost Walk guide has lived in the local area his whole life, his family living in the same Central Beds village since Parish records began in the early
2025 DATES
βͺοΈMar 12th - 7pm
βͺοΈMar 26th - 7pm
βͺοΈApr 9th - 8pm
βͺοΈApr 23rd - 8pm
βͺοΈMay 7th - 8pm
βͺοΈMay 21st - 8pm
πTICKETS:
Β£10 per person payable on the night
PLEASE BOOK YOUR PLACE BY EMAIL OR MESSAGE US ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE VIA THE EVENT LINK FOR MORE DETAILS.
π§ ampthillghostwalks@gmail.com
π± EVENT DETAILS
π HOUSES, PUBS, RUINS & MORE....
These walks will guide you around Ampthills most haunted and horrific sites. Youβll visit and hear stories about grand houses, pubs, shops, coaching inns, courthouses, private zoos, abandoned ruins, long lost stately homes and castles!
π» GHOSTS OF GANGSTERS, NUNS & MORE.....
With tales of ghosts, poltergeists, manifestations, floating orbs, paranormal investigations, satanic rituals, murders, hangings, theft, knights, house keepers, nuns, gangsters, soldiers, grave desecration and more!
π YOUR HOST
Acclaimed story teller, fan of the paranormal, macabre and the strange, Bryan your Ghost Walk guide has lived in the local area his whole life, his family living in the same Central Beds village since Parish records began in the early
2025 DATES
βͺοΈMar 12th - 7pm
βͺοΈMar 26th - 7pm
βͺοΈApr 9th - 8pm
βͺοΈApr 23rd - 8pm
βͺοΈMay 7th - 8pm
βͺοΈMay 21st - 8pm
πTICKETS:
Β£10 per person payable on the night
PLEASE BOOK YOUR PLACE BY EMAIL OR MESSAGE US ON OUR FACEBOOK PAGE VIA THE EVENT LINK FOR MORE DETAILS.
π§ ampthillghostwalks@gmail.com
π FREE Valuation Day - Woburn
Wednesday 21 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.
π Free Panacea Museum in Bedford 2025
Thursday 22 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 23 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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π³ Exploring the Gaddesden Estate - Pass through the sunken 'Roman' road & hug a 400 year old tree
Time: 10:30 - 14:30 Price: Β£5.00
πΆββοΈSuitable for seasoned walkers we will explore the Gaddesden Estate, on during an 8.5 mile walk. Gaddesden Estate was home to the Halsey family for over five Centuries and used by the film industry since the 1960βs.
π³ WHAT TO EXPECT
Marvel at the huge 400yr old sweet chestnut tree. Dip your toes in the clear waters of the Gade chalk stream over a picnic lunch. Ponder the origins of the so called βRomanβ road as you walk through this unusual sunken route between Frithsden & Nettleden.
πΆββοΈWALKING DISTANCE: 8.5 Miles
π₯ͺ PREPARATIONS
Please bring a packed lunch & water.
π» TOILETS / REFRESHMENTS & PUB
There can be a pub refreshment/toilet stop along the route, & further refreshments/toilets at the garden centre at the end of the walk.
πMEETING POINT
Hemel Hempstead Garden Centre, Pipers Hill, Great Gaddesden, HP1 3BY
π TICKETS COST:
Seniors/adults/children: Β£5
(You can book tickets via the event link)
π³ WHAT TO EXPECT
Marvel at the huge 400yr old sweet chestnut tree. Dip your toes in the clear waters of the Gade chalk stream over a picnic lunch. Ponder the origins of the so called βRomanβ road as you walk through this unusual sunken route between Frithsden & Nettleden.
πΆββοΈWALKING DISTANCE: 8.5 Miles
π₯ͺ PREPARATIONS
Please bring a packed lunch & water.
π» TOILETS / REFRESHMENTS & PUB
There can be a pub refreshment/toilet stop along the route, & further refreshments/toilets at the garden centre at the end of the walk.
πMEETING POINT
Hemel Hempstead Garden Centre, Pipers Hill, Great Gaddesden, HP1 3BY
π TICKETS COST:
Seniors/adults/children: Β£5
(You can book tickets via the event link)
πΆββοΈGuided walk around Olney β South End
Saturday 24 May 2025
Time: 10:30 - 12:00
πΆββοΈJoin our Tour Guide, Helen, on a guided walk around the south end of the Olney town - and learn how Olney influenced a famous curate and poet.
βͺοΈ FEATURED
Visit William Cowperβs dirtiest and noisiest 18th century spot and then stroll through the tranquil area around John Newtonβs church of St Peter and St Paul. Drink in interesting history in secret corners.
WHAT TO EXPECT
This is a short walk with plenty to see along the way. The route is paved but comfortable shoes are recommended. The tour will take about 1.5 hours.
πMEETING POINT
Meet Helen at the front of the Cowper & Newton Museum, setting off at 10.30 am.
π BOOKING DETAILS
Places limited to 20 people so please book in advance. Book your place in advance by emailing us with the title of this tour in your emailβs subject heading then pay on the day by cash or credit card.
π§ Email:
events@cowperandnewtonmuseum.org.uk
βοΈ Phone:
contacting the office on 01234 711516/ or if youβre passing by, ask our volunteer in the Shop.
π TICKET PRICES:
βͺοΈAdults: Β£12
βͺοΈChildren under 16 years: FREE !
βͺοΈ FEATURED
Visit William Cowperβs dirtiest and noisiest 18th century spot and then stroll through the tranquil area around John Newtonβs church of St Peter and St Paul. Drink in interesting history in secret corners.
WHAT TO EXPECT
This is a short walk with plenty to see along the way. The route is paved but comfortable shoes are recommended. The tour will take about 1.5 hours.
πMEETING POINT
Meet Helen at the front of the Cowper & Newton Museum, setting off at 10.30 am.
π BOOKING DETAILS
Places limited to 20 people so please book in advance. Book your place in advance by emailing us with the title of this tour in your emailβs subject heading then pay on the day by cash or credit card.
π§ Email:
events@cowperandnewtonmuseum.org.uk
βοΈ Phone:
contacting the office on 01234 711516/ or if youβre passing by, ask our volunteer in the Shop.
π TICKET PRICES:
βͺοΈAdults: Β£12
βͺοΈChildren under 16 years: FREE !
π Free Panacea Museum in Bedford 2025
Saturday 24 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 entry Open Day at Willington Dovecote and Stables
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
π Free entry, no booking required! Come see inside the Dovecote & Stables which hosted a Henry VIII visit in the 1540s. The Dovecote appears on the front cover of the book "60 Remarkable Buildings of the National Trust".
π TIME: 2pm - 5pm
π 2025 FREE OPEN DAYS
βͺοΈ27th April
βͺοΈ25th May
βͺοΈ29th June
βͺοΈ27th July
βͺοΈ31st August
βͺοΈ28th September
βΉοΈ EVENT DETAILS
The neighbouring church will be opening alongside the Dovecote & Stables. There will be an organ recital taking place which visitors can listen to. Admittance to the church is free, with them grateful for donations.
βοΈ FOOD & DRINK INFORMATION
There isn't a food and drink offering at the Dovecote & Stables however the church does offer teas and coffees, as does the Danish Camp which is in the village.
π» TOILETS
There aren't toilets at the Dovecote & Stables, however the church does have toilet facilities.
π TIME: 2pm - 5pm
π 2025 FREE OPEN DAYS
βͺοΈ27th April
βͺοΈ25th May
βͺοΈ29th June
βͺοΈ27th July
βͺοΈ31st August
βͺοΈ28th September
βΉοΈ EVENT DETAILS
The neighbouring church will be opening alongside the Dovecote & Stables. There will be an organ recital taking place which visitors can listen to. Admittance to the church is free, with them grateful for donations.
βοΈ FOOD & DRINK INFORMATION
There isn't a food and drink offering at the Dovecote & Stables however the church does offer teas and coffees, as does the Danish Camp which is in the village.
π» TOILETS
There aren't toilets at the Dovecote & Stables, however the church does have toilet facilities.
π Day Out With Thomas 2025 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
π Peep peep! Its Time to Party! Thomas & Friendsβ’ are back with FIVE visits planned for 2025 at Buckinghamshire Railway Centre to celebrate 80 years of Thomas the Tank Engine AND Percy, meet Sir Topham Hatt, Rusty & Dusty, the Station Sweepers AND Trevor the Traction Engine!
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET:
π¨ Unlimited rides behind Thomas, a REAL steam engine!
π¨ Ride with Percy, Thomas's best friend
π¨ Meet Trevor the Traction Engine (Subject to availability)
π¨ Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytelling and sing-a-longs
π¨ Enjoy the free Tea Cup rides
π¨ Have fun with Rusty & Dusty around the site and sing-a-longs
π¨ Go for a free ride on our miniature steam railway - fun for ALL the family!
π¨ Singalongs and performances from Sir Topham Hatt and Rusty & Dusty
π¨ Thomas & Friends photo opportunities
π¨ Thomas & Friends activities within the Play Pod
π¨ Thomas & Friends character hunt
π¨ Thomas & Friends garden games
π¨ Thomas & Friends giveaways for every child
π¨ Visit the railway museum
π¨ Unlimited rides on the miniature railway
π¨ Decorate your party hat
π You can also look round our stunning glass-roofed visitor centre with lovingly restored vintage steam engines on display, extensive museum, gift shop and cafΓ©.
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET:
π¨ Unlimited rides behind Thomas, a REAL steam engine!
π¨ Ride with Percy, Thomas's best friend
π¨ Meet Trevor the Traction Engine (Subject to availability)
π¨ Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytelling and sing-a-longs
π¨ Enjoy the free Tea Cup rides
π¨ Have fun with Rusty & Dusty around the site and sing-a-longs
π¨ Go for a free ride on our miniature steam railway - fun for ALL the family!
π¨ Singalongs and performances from Sir Topham Hatt and Rusty & Dusty
π¨ Thomas & Friends photo opportunities
π¨ Thomas & Friends activities within the Play Pod
π¨ Thomas & Friends character hunt
π¨ Thomas & Friends garden games
π¨ Thomas & Friends giveaways for every child
π¨ Visit the railway museum
π¨ Unlimited rides on the miniature railway
π¨ Decorate your party hat
π You can also look round our stunning glass-roofed visitor centre with lovingly restored vintage steam engines on display, extensive museum, gift shop and cafΓ©.
π 2025 EVENT DATES
βͺοΈ18th - 20th April
βͺοΈ25th - 26th May
βͺοΈ5th - 6th July
βͺοΈ9th - 10th August
βͺοΈ11th - 12th October
βΉοΈ Personal Assistant / Carer: FREE (please call Quaytickets to book these on 0161 876 2015. Documentation will need to be shown on entry. Only one free carer per disabled person).
βͺοΈ18th - 20th April
βͺοΈ25th - 26th May
βͺοΈ5th - 6th July
βͺοΈ9th - 10th August
βͺοΈ11th - 12th October
βΉοΈ Personal Assistant / Carer: FREE (please call Quaytickets to book these on 0161 876 2015. Documentation will need to be shown on entry. Only one free carer per disabled person).
π TICKET PRICES:
βͺοΈAdults: Β£19
βͺοΈChildren (2-15): Β£15
βͺοΈUnder 2s: Free
βͺοΈ2 adults + 2 children: Β£59
βͺοΈ1 adult + 2 children: Β£40
NOTE: Prices exclude booking fees
