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⛳️⚽️ Disc & Football Golf at Box End Water Park in Kempston


Price: £6.00

⚽️ Looking for a fun outdoors activity? Discover Box End Park's newest attraction - Disc & Football Golf! It's the perfect way to spend quality time with your friends & family and enjoy the great outdoors - or simply come down to practice your skills & beat your course best! Open from March to December - it's fantastic FUN for all ages!

Enjoy our beautiful lakeside setting as you work your way around our Disc & Football Golf course! You will need to throw your disc into the basket or football into the hole - the exact same as you would do on a golf course! Your round should take around 1 hour to complete. The one who takes the least goes is the winner!

👀 Watch how to play on this YouTube link.
https://youtu.be/Y-a7gzV5140?si=M1_tPN95E9pz935Z

⛳️ BEGINNER OR PRO?
Choose between our 9 Hole Beginner course or take on our 9 Hole Pro route! Feeling up to the challenge - why not combine both?

⚽️ DISC & FOOTBALLS
Got your own disc or football? Bring them along with you or you can choose to rent one of ours for £2.50pp.

⏳️HOW MANY TIME SLOTS DO I NEED?
Each time-slot takes up to 4ppl max. teeing off every 10 minutes - so if you have a group of 8ppl you'll need to book 2 consecutive slots!

🕙 ARRIVE 15 MINUTES PRIOR
Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before your booked session start time & collect your wristband from our Activities Reception before heading over to our Disc Golf course.

🎟 BOOKING A TIME SLOT -£6pp
You can book a time slot via the event link.
Opening hours and times may vary throughout the year so please make sure to check our daily opening times before booking.

🗺 DOWNLOAD THE APP FOR THE MAP
We'd recommend downloading the UDISC app to your phone - search for Box End Park and you'll have our course map and scorecards ready for your game!
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🌸 Shuttleworth House Mother’s Day Market 2025 - Free entry!


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🌸 With everything from hand-made jewellery to bespoke greeting cards, food and drink, photography, art and much more, you’ll be spoilt for ways to treat Mum whilst you spend some well-deserved quality time together at Shuttleworth House.

▪️ADMISSION IS FREE - last entry 15:30.

🛍 WHAT TO EXPECT
Explore the grand rooms and grounds of Shuttleworth House and Garden Suite from 10:00-16:00 and meander around a variety of local food, craft and gift stalls. Trade stalls will be positioned around the grand rooms of Shuttleworth House and the Garden Suite for visitors to enjoy both the stunning interiors as they shop from a variety of food, craft and gift stalls.

☕️ FOOD & DRINK
Coffee Lounge & Bar – The Garden Suite
Head to the Garden Suite for a top up! From delicious coffee to chilled prosecco & beer we have everything you need to keep you going!

🌷VISIT THE SWISS GARDEN AN EXTRA CHARGE
Please note that if you wish to visit the Collection or Swiss Garden, you must purchase a valid Daily Admission Ticket.

🏛 HISTORY OF SHUTTLEWORTH HOUSE

Shuttleworth House was designed by the prominent Victorian architect Henry Clutton and is a real treasure trove of opulence, with many fantastic artefacts to see.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Please note that some of the areas are only accessible via steps.

🅿️ PARKING
Parking is separate from the main visitor attraction and will be located on the Parkland by Shuttleworth House. Please follow parking signage on the day.

🐶 DOG INFORMATION
Dogs are sadly not permitted inside Shuttleworth House, Swiss Garden or Collection Hangars but are welcome outside for a walk around the parkland and house grounds. Assistance dogs welcome.

ℹ️ TRADERS
If you are a trader looking to book a stall please contact – events@shuttleworth.org

Shuttleworth HouseInside Shuttleworth House

💝 Mother’s Day Afternoon Tea 2025 at Rothamsted Manor 💐🫖


🌸 Celebrate Mother’s Day in style with an elegant Afternoon Tea at the stunning Rothamsted Manor in Harpenden.
Treat the special woman in your life to a day she’ll cherish forever in our historic and picturesque surroundings. This is the perfect way to show your appreciation and spend quality time together.

WHAT TO EXPECT
The Manor is a Grade I listed Jacobean Manor House tucked away on the Rothamsted Estate, Harpenden, Hertfordshire.

🫖 Indulge in a selection of delicious sweet and savoury treats
💐 Relax in the charming atmosphere of our historic Manor
🌟 Create beautiful memories with your loved ones

🕐 TIMES:
We will be welcoming guests from 12pm, with the final sitting at 3:30pm.

🌳 SEATING
You’ll be seated within the magnificent Great Drawing Room and served Afternoon Tea prepared by our in-house chefs.What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than with an Afternoon Tea against the backdrop of the stunning Rothamsted Manor.

📖 MENU
Please find a sample menu for this event here. Children’s menu is available. This is a sample menu and is subject to change on the day. The sample menu can also be seen in the photos below.

💝 BOOKING SLOTS
Spaces are limited—reserve your table today!
1 Hour slots available at 15 min increments starting at 12:00 and ending at 16:30

🎟 COST:
▪️Adult £45.00
▪️Children £22.50
 
😊 DO YOU HAVE SPECIAL DIATERY REQUIREMENTS?
You can advise any dietary requirements when booking.

🥂 DRINK EXTRAS
▪️
Glass of Prosecco £6.95 (Galanti Prosecco extra dry refreshing and crisp with a lively finish)
▪️Bottle of Prosecco £29.50 (chilled bottle of Galanti Prosecco extra dry refreshing and crisp with a lively finish for the table)
▪️Bottle of Champaign £59.00 (Bouché Père et Fils Cuvée Réservée Brut A ripe and complex Champagne with a long elegant finish)

☎️ CONTACT DETAILS:
01582 938500

🫖 Afternoon Tea at The Kingfisher, Bedfordshire


Time: 15:00 - 17:00 Price: £22.50

The Kingfisher is a riverside pub with rooms, located on the River Great Ouse, offering delicious dining and relaxed service in a historical setting. The Kingfisher team pride themselves on offering simple, friendly service with delicious food, wines and cask ales. At the Kingfisher, everyone’s a local.


AFTERNOON TEA - £22.50 PP
Available 3pm-5pm Daily
WHAT'S ON THE MENU?
✨️Savoury
▪️Prawn & Dill Mayo Sandwich G, CR, E, GFOR | Chicken & Bacon Mayo Wrap, Sausage rolls Assorted Quiche Selection, plain & sultana Scones, Clotted cream & Strawberry jam

✨️ Sweet Treats
▪️Cherry Rocky Road,  Apple & Raspberry Crumble Cake,  Victoria Sponge, 

✨️ Tea / Coffee Options
▪️Unlimited filter coffee and tea is available throughout

💚 VEGAN & VEGETARIAN AFTERNOON TEA
✨️ Savoury
Mediterranean Veg & Hummus Sandwich, Sun-blushed Tomato & Vegan Cheese Wrap, Vegan Kofta Kebab,  Aubergine & Chickpea Bite, Sultana Scones, Strawberry Jam

✨️ Sweet Treats
Salted Caramel Brownie, Raspberry Bakewell, Apple & Elderflower Slice

✨️ Speciality Coffees - £4
Americano | Latte M | Cappuccino M | Flat White M | Espresso | Double Espresso | Hot Chocolate M

⭐️ Make It Extra Special
Prosecco (125ml) - £6
Baileys M - £5

🥂 BOTTOMLESS BUBBLES - £12.50pp
Our Bottomless* Prosecco Afternoon Tea is available for just £12.50 per person. Please speak to a member of the team if you would like to add this!
*Bottomless Processo is served by the glass for a maximum of 2 hours. Please drink responsibly.

✅️ HOW TO BOOK
Afternoon Tea bookings can not be made online, please phone to make a booking.
☎️ Phone: 01234 270044
📧Email: reservations@thekingfisherbedford.co.uk

🚶‍♂️FREE Great Linford Manor Walk - March 2025 (No booking required)


Time: 14:00

🌳 Learn about the ancient origins of the park all the way up to the modern era. On your walk, discover hidden gems such as the Veteran Lime Tree, Doric Seat and Ha-ha, which survive from the 18th century English Landscape Garden design of the park and have been recently revealed, revived and restored as part of our National Lottery Heritage Fund project.

😍 FREE: This walk is free but donations to the Friends of Great Linford Manor Park are welcome. No booking is required, just turn up and enjoy!

🕥 TIME: Guided walks are held
on the second Friday of the month at 10:30
and on the last Sunday of the month at 14:00.

🚶‍♀️DURATION: Walks last around 90 minutes.

🥾 WHAT TO WEAR....
Sensible, hard-wearing footwear and outdoor clothing is advised.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
On one stretch of the route there are a set of deep steps (leading up to the Railway Walk from the Cascade Pond). Please let the walk leader know if you would prefer to leave the pond via an accessible route. One or two park features are located on grass, which can be muddy when wet. A hearing loop is available on request from events@theparkstrust.com.
Accessible parking is located around the Parklands Pond at What3Words location pencil.parsnips.glosses.

🅿️ PARKING
There are limited parking spaces on the approach to the park from Parklands (see above). Otherwise, please park at the Memorial Hall car park, off Marsh Drive and leave the Arts Centre car park free. What3Words location unite.nipping.places.

🗺 MEETING PLACE: MK Arts Centre car park, Great Linford, off Parklands (St. Leger Drive), MK14 5DZ.

🚶‍♂️Ramblers Free Well - being Walk at Dunstable Downs


Time: 13:00 - 14:30

🚶‍♂️Enjoy some fresh air, company and light exercise on these free, regular walks, designed to support health and wellbeing for all at Dunstable Downs with no booking required. Just turn up.

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Thursday 20th March
▪️Thursday 3rd April
▪️Thursday 17th April

ℹ️ABOUT:
These sessions are held in collaboration with The Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity (BRCC) and aims to give everyone the opportunity to experience the wellbeing benefit of nature.

🌳 WHAT TO EXPECT
They are experienced at a gentle pace, last 60-90 minutes and there can be plenty of pauses along the way. Please note, each session will vary, depending upon the landscape and weather on the day.

🐶 DOGS
Well behaved dogs are welcome on leads. Please check website for future dates.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
This event is unfortunately not accessible to those with limited mobility.

🅿️ PARKING
Dunstable Downs, off B4541 (pay and display); Whipsnade crossroads (Whipsnade Heath), junction of B4541 and B4540 Parking is £3.50 for the day. Free for National Trust Members and Blue Badge holders

📍MEETING POINT
Please meet at the Visitor Centre courtyard.

☎️ TO REGISTER YOUR ATTENDANCE
Call 07773720098 If you'd like to register your attendance, please call Jennifer on the number.

🦾 Dunstable Medieval Past Free Talk - Dunstable Downs (booking needed)


Time: 11:00 - 12:00

🦾 Step back in time with local author and historian John Buckledee as he brings Dunstable’s medieval tournaments to life in a family-friendly talk!

⚔️ Hundreds of armoured knights once clashed in spectacular mock battles right here in Dunstable, one of medieval England’s main tournament centres. These action-packed events stretched across the Downs, drawing crowds and shaping local history.

📖 WHAT TO EXPECT
This engaging session features storytelling and illustrations by Robin Davies, giving younger audiences a glimpse into the world of medieval knights.

If you feel inspired, you can take part in your own Knights' Tournament at the Downs throughout the Easter holidays!

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
This event is fully accessible with step free access, disabled toilets and accessible parking available

🅿️ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, £3.50 per car.
Free for National Trust members and Blue Badge holders.

📍WHERE TO MEET
This free hour long talk will take place inside the Gateway Centre on Dunstable Downs.

🎟 BOOK YOUR FREE TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK.

CONTACT DETAILS
Chilterns Gateway Centre
☎️ Phone: 01582 500920
📧 Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk

🎭 Macbeth at Wrest Park, Silsoe


Time: 19:00

🎭 “The earth hath bubbles as the water has, and these are of them.”

🗓 2025 SHOW DATES:
▪️
Friday 4th April
▪️Saturday 5th April


ABOUT:
In the 19th Century the Dining Room at Wrest Park was the site of many private theatrical performances, with the installation of a moveable North Wall allowing for the extension of stage space.  Lavish dinner parties were followed by dazzling theatrics. There were 250 guests - the gentry of Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, friends and family.

🎭 WHAT TO EXPECT
On the 4th and 5th of April the Dining Room will once again be a site for intimate theatre.  The year is 1969.
Ahead of their return to the West-End for a run of Shakespeare’s tragedy ‘Macbeth’, two married actors - infamous for their tumultuous relationship - have invited the cast and crew for a dinner party at their home - Wrest Park.
Text is 95% Shakespeare’s original text with some small creative license taken.

As bottles of wine are emptied, plates cleared, and the script read aloud for the very first time, the line between drunken theatrics and sobering reality begins to fade. Hidden tensions, bitter resentment, and latent desire bubble to the surface as Shakespeare’s story of ambition, corruption, and seduction comes alive, and druidic forces descend upon the dining room and the world of glamour and vice it represents.

🕡 TIMES:
Gates will open at 6:30PM, and guests will enter from the front of the house to be guided through the first floor to the dining room.
Refreshments will be able to be purchased both before and during a twenty minute interval, ready for the play to begin at 7:00PM sharp.

🅿️ PARKING
Parking is available ​in the ​Tenants' Carpark ​from 18:30 - drive past the front of ​the house and turn right.

▪️AGE:  Age guideline is 13+

🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️General
: £18.00 + £1.51 fee
▪️English Heritage Member's Ticket: £15.00 + £1.26 fee
▪️Disabled and Carer: £18.00 + £1.51 fee
(Carers go free)

🦖 Knebworth House - April 2025


Time: 10:30 - 17:00

🌹Your Spring adventure awaits at Knebworth House, Gardens, Park, Adventure Playground & Dinosaur Trail as we open daily from 5th – 21st April 2025 for the Spring school break.

🦖 WHAT TO EXPECT

Step into a world of history, nature, and adventure this Spring at Knebworth House. Nestled in the Hertfordshire countryside, Knebworth offers an exciting blend of heritage, beautiful gardens, and outdoor adventures for all ages. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful day exploring magnificent gardens or embarking on an exploration of the Dinosaur Trail, Knebworth has something for everyone.

🏹 Have a go Archery (18th – 21st April): Are you ready to channel your inner Robin Hood? Over the Easter Bank Holiday you’ll have the chance to try your hand at archery. Priced at £3 for 6 arrows. In partnership with the Green Dragon Bowmen Archery Club.

🥚 Easter Quest (18th – 21st April): Looking for the perfect family outing this Easter Bank Holiday? The Easter Quest is a fun-filled, interactive hunt that’s perfect for the whole family. Embark on a seasonal quest through the Gardens to find hidden eggs, solve riddles, and complete exciting challenges that lead you closer to an Easter prize. More information and tickets >>

😋 Easter Sunday Lunch (20th April): Enjoy a delicious two course Easter Lunch in Knebworth Barns with access to Knebworth Gardens, Park, Adventure Playground and Dinosaur Trail included. More information and tickets >>

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://knebworthhouse.com/accessibility/

🎟 CARERS TICKET
For information on admission for Essential carers please visit: https://www.knebworthhouse.com/accessibility/

🎟 GARDEN & PARK TICKETS
A Gardens & Park ticket includes access to:
⭐️ Knebworth Gardens
⭐️ Knebworth Park
⭐️ Adventure Playground with Fort Knebworth
⭐️ Dinosaur Trail
▪️Single (age 3+) - Gardens & Park: £14.00
(Save up to £1.50 online)
▪️Family - Gardens & Park: £52.00 
(Save up to £6.00 online)
▪️Under 3: Free

🎟 HOUSE, GARDENS & PARK TICKETS
A House, Gardens & Park ticket includes access to:

⭐️ Knebworth House
⭐️ Knebworth Gardens
⭐️ Knebworth Park
⭐️ Adventure Playground with Fort Knebworth
⭐️ Dinosaur Trail
⭐️ 3 Exhibitions
⭐️ The Watchman's Tower
▪️Adult (17+) - House, Gardens & Park: £20.50
(Save up to £1.50 online)
▪️Child (3 - 16) House, Gardens & Park: £20.00
(Save up to £1.50 online)
▪️Senior (65+) - House, Gardens & Park: £20.00
(
Save up to £1.50 online)
▪️Family - House, Gardens & Park: £78.00
(Save up to £8.00 online)
▪️Under 3: Free

🐣 Easter Adventure Quest at Wrest Park in Silsoe


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

🐣 Join us for an adventure quest at Wrest Park this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Sat 5 - Sun 27 April 2025

🎟 EASTER ADVENTURE COST PRICE: £2
You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

WHAT ELSE CAN WE DO?
  • ✨️ Let off steam in the play area – located next to the café in the kitchen garden.
  • ✨️ Explore the park and stroll through three centuries of landscape design.
  • ✨️ Look out for unusual garden features like the Chinese bridge, the rustic bath house and the pet cemetery deep in the woods.

🎟 WREST PARK ENTRY PRICES WITHOUT DONATION WITH DONATIONS OBVIOUSLY COST MORE (When booking online the donations will automatically be added but you can change this to admissions only)
*
Book early and save 15%.

▪️Adult: £13.10 - £15.00
▪️Concession: £11.80 - £13.10
▪️Child: £8.10 - £9.00
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Family 2 adults upto 3 children: £34.30 - £39.00
▪️Family 1 adult upto 3 children: £21.20 -£22.00
▪️Members/English Heritage: Free

🎭 Macbeth at Wrest Park, Silsoe


Time: 19:00

🎭 “The earth hath bubbles as the water has, and these are of them.”

🗓 2025 SHOW DATES:
▪️
Friday 4th April
▪️Saturday 5th April


ABOUT:
In the 19th Century the Dining Room at Wrest Park was the site of many private theatrical performances, with the installation of a moveable North Wall allowing for the extension of stage space.  Lavish dinner parties were followed by dazzling theatrics. There were 250 guests - the gentry of Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, friends and family.

🎭 WHAT TO EXPECT
On the 4th and 5th of April the Dining Room will once again be a site for intimate theatre.  The year is 1969.
Ahead of their return to the West-End for a run of Shakespeare’s tragedy ‘Macbeth’, two married actors - infamous for their tumultuous relationship - have invited the cast and crew for a dinner party at their home - Wrest Park.
Text is 95% Shakespeare’s original text with some small creative license taken.

As bottles of wine are emptied, plates cleared, and the script read aloud for the very first time, the line between drunken theatrics and sobering reality begins to fade. Hidden tensions, bitter resentment, and latent desire bubble to the surface as Shakespeare’s story of ambition, corruption, and seduction comes alive, and druidic forces descend upon the dining room and the world of glamour and vice it represents.

🕡 TIMES:
Gates will open at 6:30PM, and guests will enter from the front of the house to be guided through the first floor to the dining room.
Refreshments will be able to be purchased both before and during a twenty minute interval, ready for the play to begin at 7:00PM sharp.

🅿️ PARKING
Parking is available ​in the ​Tenants' Carpark ​from 18:30 - drive past the front of ​the house and turn right.

▪️AGE:  Age guideline is 13+

🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️General
: £18.00 + £1.51 fee
▪️English Heritage Member's Ticket: £15.00 + £1.26 fee
▪️Disabled and Carer: £18.00 + £1.51 fee
(Carers go free)

👣 Easter Trail 2025 at Priory Country Park in Bedford


Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Price: £3.00

🐣 What are you doing this Easter holidays 2025? Come to Priory Country Park in Bedford for the Easter Trail.

🗓 2025 DATES:
5th April - 21st April

🗺 EVENT DETAILS
Just pop into the Cloverdale Cafe during their opening hours to pick up a map. Find all of the Easter Egg clues that will be in different locations around the Country Park and write down the unique codes on them.

🥚 When you have finished pop back into the cafe to show them that you found all of the codes and they will have an Easter Egg for you (or non-edible alternative).

☕️ CAFE OPENING HOURS
The cafe is usually open 10-4pm but please double check their Facebook page before you go 👉 Cloverdale Retreat, Priory Country Park
https://cloverdaleretreat.co.uk/

ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This isn’t a staffed event, so taking part is at your own risk, children must be supervised at all times, be mindful of other park users including cyclists, signs will be in clear view so no climbing required and no need to enter fenced off areas.

🦆 ABOUT PRIORY COUNTRY PARK
Priory Country Park is a 360 acre green space made up of lakes, meadows and woodland which is in part enclosed within a bend in the River Great Ouse. There are habitats from meadows to reed beds, quiet walks for all, fishing, boating, play areas and bird hides.

🎟 COST - £3
£3 per map and all proceeds will go to Embrace Charity.

💡 OTHER IDEAS....
There is a play park with a zip line, slides, swings, climbing frame, trampoline plus more with exercise equipment. Why not take a picnic, scooter, frisbee, net or other games to make your day event more fun. A Beefeater is also a Beefeater onsite. 

🥚 Dunstable Downs Easter Trail Hunt & Sensory Trail Option 2025


Time: 10:00 - 17:00 Price: £3.50

⚔️ Everyone is different and that’s ok! Here at Dunstable Downs, we see no barrier to accessing fun and, as part of this commitment, we have new ways for children to enjoy our Easter offer in any way that suits them.

🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
The trail takes place between 5-21 April, from 10am to 5pm, with last entry at 4pm so come along and explore the beautiful and historical countryside of Dunstable Downs.

😌 SENSORY TRAIL OPTION
Alongside our set trail, we will have a sensory trail option, spotter sheets and a themed sensory bag to take on the adventure with you! Simply ask our staff for details when you arrive.

👣 WHAT TO EXPECT
Get your Trail sheet from the Visitor Centre.
Make your way along the trail and find activities for the whole family.
As lowly squires and esquiresses, this could be the competition that sees you earn your Knightly status. Take part in our trail of challenges to see what it takes to win the tournament and become hero of the gentry.
Unlike medieval victors, your efforts will be rewarded with a thoroughly modern prize!

🥚 WHAT'S THE PRIZE?
Swap land and wealth for a chocolate egg or a vegan and Free From* chocolate egg. Both eggs are made from Rainforest Alliance Cocoa. *Suitable for people with milk, egg, gluten, peanut and tree nut allergies.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
The visitor centre, courtyard and trail is step free and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs.

🐶 DOGS
This event is aimed at families, but everyone is welcome. Dogs on leads around the Visitor Centre.

☕️ CAFE
The View Café serves hot and cold drinks, hot food, sandwiches, light bites and cakes.

🅿️ PARKING
Dunstable Downs, off B4541 (pay and display); Whipsnade crossroads (Whipsnade Heath), junction of B4541 and B4540 Parking is £3.50 for the day. Free for National Trust Members and Blue Badge holders

🎟 ADMISSION COST - £3.50 PER TRAIL
✅️ Prices are £3.50 per trail which includes an Easter trail sheet, bunny ears and chocolate egg. 
✅️ No booking required.
✅️ Our Easter trail kicks off a year-long celebration of Dunstable’s medieval past. 

🐰 Easter Adventure Trail 2025 at Jordens Mill in Broom


Time: 09:30 - 15:30 Price: £4.00

🌸 Spring is in full bloom, and the Easter Bunny needs your help! Explore the Mill Gardens,  Meadow and Woodland as you follow clues, complete fun activities and answer questions at 10 exciting locations.

🗓 2025 DATES 5th – 21st April
 
🦋 EVENT DETAILS
Meet the animals who call the meadow home—from lambs to butterflies, frogs to owls—and uncover fascinating facts about their lives. Pick up your trail sheet from the Mill Shop for just £4.00, complete all the activities and return it at the end to claim your special prize!
 
🎟 TICKETS COST: £4 per child 
(includes a prize!)
 No need to book— just pop into the Mill Shop, grab your trail sheet and let the adventure begin!  

☕️ THE CAFE
If you are feeling hungry there is also a cafe onsite at a scenic location overlooking the river.
Check the menu out here:
https://jordansmill.com/plan-your-visit/whats-on#riverside-cafe

🛶 Boat Hire in Bedford 2025 - Longholme Lake


Time: 10:00 - 15:00

🛶 We've been at it, replicating our old fleet to bring you this brand new, unique and special design of dragon style boats, iconic to Bedford boating lake.

🧒 AGE LIMITS
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. 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. Management will asses each group individually with a view on safety and suitability and have the right to decline hire based on this.

🐶 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.

4️⃣ HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN RIDE?
Up to a maximum of 4 people can ride for this price. This is for insurance reasons and stability.

✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED - WEATHER PERMITTED
You cant book this service at the moment,
please come along and speak to staff to ride.
If you are not sure about the weather please call us on 01234 954913.

🎟 PRICES TO HIRE
▪️30 minute hire: £20
▪️45 minute hire: £25
▪️60 minute hire: £30

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.

😋 WANT TO HAVE A BITE TO EAT OR HAVE A DRINK TO EXTEND THE DAY?
You can check out the new Spring/Summer 2025 here, the main menu serving times are from 9am - 3pm.


🦖 Knebworth House - April 2025


Time: 10:30 - 17:00

🌹Your Spring adventure awaits at Knebworth House, Gardens, Park, Adventure Playground & Dinosaur Trail as we open daily from 5th – 21st April 2025 for the Spring school break.

🦖 WHAT TO EXPECT

Step into a world of history, nature, and adventure this Spring at Knebworth House. Nestled in the Hertfordshire countryside, Knebworth offers an exciting blend of heritage, beautiful gardens, and outdoor adventures for all ages. Whether you’re seeking a peaceful day exploring magnificent gardens or embarking on an exploration of the Dinosaur Trail, Knebworth has something for everyone.

🏹 Have a go Archery (18th – 21st April): Are you ready to channel your inner Robin Hood? Over the Easter Bank Holiday you’ll have the chance to try your hand at archery. Priced at £3 for 6 arrows. In partnership with the Green Dragon Bowmen Archery Club.

🥚 Easter Quest (18th – 21st April): Looking for the perfect family outing this Easter Bank Holiday? The Easter Quest is a fun-filled, interactive hunt that’s perfect for the whole family. Embark on a seasonal quest through the Gardens to find hidden eggs, solve riddles, and complete exciting challenges that lead you closer to an Easter prize. More information and tickets >>

😋 Easter Sunday Lunch (20th April): Enjoy a delicious two course Easter Lunch in Knebworth Barns with access to Knebworth Gardens, Park, Adventure Playground and Dinosaur Trail included. More information and tickets >>

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://knebworthhouse.com/accessibility/

🎟 CARERS TICKET
For information on admission for Essential carers please visit: https://www.knebworthhouse.com/accessibility/

🎟 GARDEN & PARK TICKETS
A Gardens & Park ticket includes access to:
⭐️ Knebworth Gardens
⭐️ Knebworth Park
⭐️ Adventure Playground with Fort Knebworth
⭐️ Dinosaur Trail
▪️Single (age 3+) - Gardens & Park: £14.00
(Save up to £1.50 online)
▪️Family - Gardens & Park: £52.00 
(Save up to £6.00 online)
▪️Under 3: Free

🎟 HOUSE, GARDENS & PARK TICKETS
A House, Gardens & Park ticket includes access to:

⭐️ Knebworth House
⭐️ Knebworth Gardens
⭐️ Knebworth Park
⭐️ Adventure Playground with Fort Knebworth
⭐️ Dinosaur Trail
⭐️ 3 Exhibitions
⭐️ The Watchman's Tower
▪️Adult (17+) - House, Gardens & Park: £20.50
(Save up to £1.50 online)
▪️Child (3 - 16) House, Gardens & Park: £20.00
(Save up to £1.50 online)
▪️Senior (65+) - House, Gardens & Park: £20.00
(
Save up to £1.50 online)
▪️Family - House, Gardens & Park: £78.00
(Save up to £8.00 online)
▪️Under 3: Free

🐰 FREE Easter Trail at Willen Lake, Milton Keynes 2025


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🐰 Hop along to Willen Lake for their free Easter trail open 10am to 4pm, from Saturday 5 April to Monday 21 April 2025.

🗓 2025 DATES
6th April - 21st April

🧒 AGE: Our trail is most suited to children under 8 years of age but everyone is welcome to take part.

👣 WHAT TO EXPECT
The trail is under 1km long and follows a circular route that both starts and ends at the Watersports Centre. Along the way, children will get to answer questions and be treated to a selection of Easter and Spring themed jokes that are sure to bring a smile. It’s a great way for families to stretch their legs and enjoy a fun activity together.

📝 WHERE DO I COLLECT MY SHEET?
Visit the Watersports Centre booking desk to collect your answer sheet.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
There is good access at Willen Lake, with surfaced paths and dedicated parking spaces at both the North and South car parks. A disabled toilet can be found in the Splash ‘n’ Play complex. A changing places toilets is also be available in our Watersports Centre.

🅿️ PARKING
There are four car parks at Willen Lake where car parking charges apply. For prices and directions, please visit the Willen Lake website.

💡 OTHER THINGS TO DO
🚣‍♀️ Pedalo Hire
- Our fleet of themed pedalos (unicorns, flamingos, cars, dragons and swans) are great fun for the whole family. Pedalos are available for hire at £25 for 40 minutes, they have a maximum capacity of four people.
https://www.willenlake.org.uk/activities/boat-hire/

⛳️ Adventure Golf - Putt your way through the twists and turns of our 12-hole mini-golf course. On the route you'll spot sculptures of creatures found in the local environment – learning about bats, butterflies and more with a different feature at every hole.
https://bookings.willenlake.org.uk/book/adventure-golf/176?_ga=2.141217845.623513505.1721733884-1235795681.1691422854

🚲 Adventure Cycle Hire - Adventure Cycle Hire offers a range of cycles, suitable for all the family including mountain bikes and impressive 4-seater Quad-Cycles. You can find them at the lake on weekends and during school holidays. Visit their website for more information.
https://www.adventurecyclehire.com/location
☎️ Phone: 07842 833 354

🌳 Treetop Extreme -
The perfect adrenaline activity for all ages! We have three levels to choose from, each differing in height and difficulty, meaning there's something to suit all abilities.https://www.willenlake.org.uk/activities/treetop-extreme/

🐣 Easter Adventure Quest at Wrest Park in Silsoe


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

🐣 Join us for an adventure quest at Wrest Park this Easter holiday. Crack the clues hidden around the grounds and enjoy a delicious chocolate reward!

🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️Sat 5 - Sun 27 April 2025

🎟 EASTER ADVENTURE COST PRICE: £2
You can take on the quest every day of the school holidays, and it costs just £2 to take part. This is for each child, whether you’re a member or not, and it’s on top of the ticket price. There’s no need to book the quest, you can pay when you arrive at the site.

WHAT ELSE CAN WE DO?
  • ✨️ Let off steam in the play area – located next to the café in the kitchen garden.
  • ✨️ Explore the park and stroll through three centuries of landscape design.
  • ✨️ Look out for unusual garden features like the Chinese bridge, the rustic bath house and the pet cemetery deep in the woods.

🎟 WREST PARK ENTRY PRICES WITHOUT DONATION WITH DONATIONS OBVIOUSLY COST MORE (When booking online the donations will automatically be added but you can change this to admissions only)
*
Book early and save 15%.

▪️Adult: £13.10 - £15.00
▪️Concession: £11.80 - £13.10
▪️Child: £8.10 - £9.00
▪️Under 5: Free
▪️Family 2 adults upto 3 children: £34.30 - £39.00
▪️Family 1 adult upto 3 children: £21.20 -£22.00
▪️Members/English Heritage: Free

🛍 Bromham Mill Artisan Fair 2025


Time: 10:00 - 14:00

🛍 Join us at Bromham Mill to discover a treasure trove of handcrafted goods, from unique jewellery to artisanal foods, all made by local talents. Enjoy delicious treats, and the great community feel that makes Bromham Mill so special.

❤️ Bring along your friends and family and support local artisans and find the perfect one-of-a-kind gem! Visit us from 10am -2pm.

☕️ THE MILL COFFEE SHOP
Come along, take a browse, and don't forget to grab a cuppa at The Mill Coffee Shop whilst you're at it! Take a look at the menu on the website here:
https://themillcoffeeshop.co.uk/

🐶 DOG FRIENDLY
Situated next to Bromham Park and the beautiful surrounding areas, we pride ourselves in being a dog friendly cafe. Our pawsome friends are our favourite visitors. We always have treats on hand so that well-behaved doggos can enjoy the spaces inside and outside alongside their wonderful humans.

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️
Sunday 6th April
▪️Sunday 4th May
▪️Sunday 1st June
▪️Sunday 6th July
▪️Sunday 3rd August
▪️Sunday 7th September
▪️Sunday 5th October 
▪️Sunday 2nd November 
▪️Sunday 7th December 

👣 Easter Trail 2025 at Priory Country Park in Bedford


Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Price: £3.00

🐣 What are you doing this Easter holidays 2025? Come to Priory Country Park in Bedford for the Easter Trail.

🗓 2025 DATES:
5th April - 21st April

🗺 EVENT DETAILS
Just pop into the Cloverdale Cafe during their opening hours to pick up a map. Find all of the Easter Egg clues that will be in different locations around the Country Park and write down the unique codes on them.

🥚 When you have finished pop back into the cafe to show them that you found all of the codes and they will have an Easter Egg for you (or non-edible alternative).

☕️ CAFE OPENING HOURS
The cafe is usually open 10-4pm but please double check their Facebook page before you go 👉 Cloverdale Retreat, Priory Country Park
https://cloverdaleretreat.co.uk/

ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This isn’t a staffed event, so taking part is at your own risk, children must be supervised at all times, be mindful of other park users including cyclists, signs will be in clear view so no climbing required and no need to enter fenced off areas.

🦆 ABOUT PRIORY COUNTRY PARK
Priory Country Park is a 360 acre green space made up of lakes, meadows and woodland which is in part enclosed within a bend in the River Great Ouse. There are habitats from meadows to reed beds, quiet walks for all, fishing, boating, play areas and bird hides.

🎟 COST - £3
£3 per map and all proceeds will go to Embrace Charity.

💡 OTHER IDEAS....
There is a play park with a zip line, slides, swings, climbing frame, trampoline plus more with exercise equipment. Why not take a picnic, scooter, frisbee, net or other games to make your day event more fun. A Beefeater is also a Beefeater onsite.