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🎬 Outdoor Cinema August 2026 Weekend at Turvey House, Bedford
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 12:30 - 23:00
🌅 We’re bringing Outdoor Film Club to the beautiful Turvey House this August 2026 for a weekend of outdoor cinema in a stunning Bedfordshire setting.
Enjoy films on the big screen with a relaxed summer atmosphere, perfect for families, friends and date nights.
🎬 Films showing Friday 21 August 2026:
• Beauty and the Beast: 2pm
• Pretty Woman: 8pm
🎬 Films showing Saturday 22 August 2026:
• Sing: 2pm
• The Greatest Showman: 8pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎤 Live music before the films
🍿 Street food, popcorn & snacks
🍹 Fully stocked bar on site
🪑 VIP deckchair hire available
Bring a blanket or hire a deckchair and settle in for an unforgettable outdoor cinema experience.
📍 WHERE?
Turvey House, Bedfordshire
🎟 TICKET COST:
Ticket cost varies in price, please click on the event link to find out more.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@outdoorfilmclub.com
Enjoy films on the big screen with a relaxed summer atmosphere, perfect for families, friends and date nights.
🎬 Films showing Friday 21 August 2026:
• Beauty and the Beast: 2pm
• Pretty Woman: 8pm
🎬 Films showing Saturday 22 August 2026:
• Sing: 2pm
• The Greatest Showman: 8pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎤 Live music before the films
🍿 Street food, popcorn & snacks
🍹 Fully stocked bar on site
🪑 VIP deckchair hire available
Bring a blanket or hire a deckchair and settle in for an unforgettable outdoor cinema experience.
📍 WHERE?
Turvey House, Bedfordshire
🎟 TICKET COST:
Ticket cost varies in price, please click on the event link to find out more.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@outdoorfilmclub.com
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
⛱️ Our ever popular beach will be back on the Market Place, Hitchin for 6 weeks during the summer holidays! Running from 20th July until 31st August 2026, 10am until 4pm!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🎶 Wootton Food & Music Festival 2026
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 11:00 - 21:15
🎉 Wootton Food & Music Festival on Harris Way is on Saturday 22nd August 2026, our 4th Annual Event! Free entry!
🎶 NON STOP ENTERTAINMENT -
Top DJ's, Rising Star's, Live Bands and Original Artists all day!!!
✨️ Plenty of Fantastic Food Vendors
✨️ Market Stall Holders.
✨️ Inflatables Zone - Bouncy Castle, Big Slide, Cactus Lassoo Inflatable
✨️ Gladiator Jousting!!
😋 FOOD & DRINK
Mega Slushies, Fresh Doughnut's, Jamaican, Indian, Mexican, American, Korean, Italian!!!
Wraps, Wings, Loaded Fries, Smashed burgers, Rice Bowls, Pizza, Bao Buns, noodles, Jerk chicken, rice n peas, fully loaded hot dogs. Churro's, Brownie's, Pastries, Samosas, Kebabs.
🐶 DOGS:
Dogs welcome on short leads.
🫶 DONATIONS EXCEPTED
Be apart of this Community Event and keep it going next year for our 5th birthday 2027 by donating as much as you can.
Pick up your "i've donated" Green neon wristband from the organisers!
Go fund me
🎶 NON STOP ENTERTAINMENT -
Top DJ's, Rising Star's, Live Bands and Original Artists all day!!!
✨️ Plenty of Fantastic Food Vendors
✨️ Market Stall Holders.
✨️ Inflatables Zone - Bouncy Castle, Big Slide, Cactus Lassoo Inflatable
✨️ Gladiator Jousting!!
😋 FOOD & DRINK
Mega Slushies, Fresh Doughnut's, Jamaican, Indian, Mexican, American, Korean, Italian!!!
Wraps, Wings, Loaded Fries, Smashed burgers, Rice Bowls, Pizza, Bao Buns, noodles, Jerk chicken, rice n peas, fully loaded hot dogs. Churro's, Brownie's, Pastries, Samosas, Kebabs.
🐶 DOGS:
Dogs welcome on short leads.
🫶 DONATIONS EXCEPTED
Be apart of this Community Event and keep it going next year for our 5th birthday 2027 by donating as much as you can.
Pick up your "i've donated" Green neon wristband from the organisers!
Go fund me
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🌸 An affordable zoo at Johnsons of Old Hurst in Huntingdon.
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
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⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🌞 Ready for a summer adventure?
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🌸 Join us on THE LAWN at Waresley Park Garden Centre this August 2026 for a delightful summer escape!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
🐶 DOG INFORMATION
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
💦 Have splash-tastic fun exploring our 2 giant inflatable Aqua Park courses on the lake. Buoyancy aid, safety briefing & free car parking included! Click Here To Find Out More!
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⛱️ Rushden Lakes Beach 2026
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 20:00
⛱️ We've brought your seaside holiday to Rushden Lakes this summer 2026, and we want you to come and have fun open untill Monday 31st August 2026.
🗓 OPENING TIMES (Weather Permitting)
▪️Monday - Friday: 10am - 7pm
▪️Saturday: 10am - 8pm
▪️Sunday: 10am - 7pm
🧒 RESTRICTIONS
Up to 30 children on each beach at any one time.
🦆GAMES
It's not just the beach you'll find here; we've rolled back the years with a Hook a Duck stall, Alley Can game and Darts. Try your best and win prizes!
🍓 SUMMER TREATS
Summer holidays wouldn't be complete without delicious goodies. Enjoy Chocolate strawberries, Greek wraps, Churros, Slush, Eton Mess and Sweets!
🐶 Dog Information
Dogs are welcome at Rushden Lakes, whilst on a lead, but pets are not permitted within the sand play area.
♿️ Is the beach wheelchair and pushchair accessible?
The surrounding event area is accessible, although movement on sand may be more difficult for some wheelchairs and pushchairs.
🗓 OPENING TIMES (Weather Permitting)
▪️Monday - Friday: 10am - 7pm
▪️Saturday: 10am - 8pm
▪️Sunday: 10am - 7pm
🧒 RESTRICTIONS
Up to 30 children on each beach at any one time.
🦆GAMES
It's not just the beach you'll find here; we've rolled back the years with a Hook a Duck stall, Alley Can game and Darts. Try your best and win prizes!
🍓 SUMMER TREATS
Summer holidays wouldn't be complete without delicious goodies. Enjoy Chocolate strawberries, Greek wraps, Churros, Slush, Eton Mess and Sweets!
🐶 Dog Information
Dogs are welcome at Rushden Lakes, whilst on a lead, but pets are not permitted within the sand play area.
♿️ Is the beach wheelchair and pushchair accessible?
The surrounding event area is accessible, although movement on sand may be more difficult for some wheelchairs and pushchairs.
🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of TempsfordTingeys Farm
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 09:00 - 17:00
🐷 Knotts of Tempsford Farm, Bedfordshire is free entry to visit, with lots of things to see and do this Summer 2026!
🗓 SUMMER HOLIDAY OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday-Saturday: 9am - 5pm
▪️Sunday: 10am - 4pm
✅️ Free Entry
✅️ Face painting
✅️ Muddy Mound Play
✅️ Free Go Kart Play
✅️ Cafe
✅️ Farm Shop
✅️ Animal Encounters
(Booking & charges apply)
🍔 CAFE OPENING TIMES
Our Farmers Café is open 10am - 3pm serving hot food and drinks.
❓️FAQS
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01767 669376
🗓 SUMMER HOLIDAY OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday-Saturday: 9am - 5pm
▪️Sunday: 10am - 4pm
✅️ Free Entry
✅️ Face painting
✅️ Muddy Mound Play
✅️ Free Go Kart Play
✅️ Cafe
✅️ Farm Shop
✅️ Animal Encounters
(Booking & charges apply)
🍔 CAFE OPENING TIMES
Our Farmers Café is open 10am - 3pm serving hot food and drinks.
❓️FAQS
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01767 669376
📧 Email: shop@knottsoftempsford.co.uk
🐰 Free Pet Pals Workshop - Pets at Home (All Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Hertfordshire locations)
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 14:00 - 14:45
🐰 School’s out – it’s time to play! Join the Pet Pals in-store this summer 2026 for our free workshops at Pet at Home stores from 2pm - 2.45pm. Book your free place today!
🗓 WHEN?
▪️17th July - 28th August 2026
▪️2pm - 2.45pm
🐹 WHAT TO EXPECT
This summer, with the help of our trusted pet care advisors, little pet lovers can set off on an adventure into responsible pet ownership.
Each week brings a new theme, helping children discover everything pets need to feel safe, happy, and healthy. From food and treats to grooming, exercise, and habitats, children will learn fun new facts while building confidence along the way.
Children can enjoy hands-on games and activities, plus the opportunity to meet our furry friends.
📜 What they'll earn
We'll present your pet lover with an official Pet Pals certificate & sticker, along with colouring sheets to keep the fun going at home.
🧒 For pet lovers aged 4-10 years
Our workshops are specifically geared towards younger children, with content and activities that are safe, supervised and most of all fun. To allow enough room for everyone (and avoid spooking our animals), places are limited to one adult per child.
🎟 BOOKING REQUIRED - FREE
There are Pets at Home stores taking part in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire & Hertfordshire locations. Hit the event link button below, enter your postcode to find your nearest store to book. Spaces are limited.
📍BEDFORDSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Bedford
▪️Biggleswade
▪️Dunstable
▪️Leighton Buzzard
▪️Luton
📍BUCKINGHAMSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Aylesbury
▪️Bletchley
▪️Milton Keynes
📍HERTFORDSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Hemel Hempstead
▪️Letchworth
▪️Stevenage
🗓 WHEN?
▪️17th July - 28th August 2026
▪️2pm - 2.45pm
🐹 WHAT TO EXPECT
This summer, with the help of our trusted pet care advisors, little pet lovers can set off on an adventure into responsible pet ownership.
Each week brings a new theme, helping children discover everything pets need to feel safe, happy, and healthy. From food and treats to grooming, exercise, and habitats, children will learn fun new facts while building confidence along the way.
Children can enjoy hands-on games and activities, plus the opportunity to meet our furry friends.
📜 What they'll earn
We'll present your pet lover with an official Pet Pals certificate & sticker, along with colouring sheets to keep the fun going at home.
🧒 For pet lovers aged 4-10 years
Our workshops are specifically geared towards younger children, with content and activities that are safe, supervised and most of all fun. To allow enough room for everyone (and avoid spooking our animals), places are limited to one adult per child.
🎟 BOOKING REQUIRED - FREE
There are Pets at Home stores taking part in Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire & Hertfordshire locations. Hit the event link button below, enter your postcode to find your nearest store to book. Spaces are limited.
📍BEDFORDSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Bedford
▪️Biggleswade
▪️Dunstable
▪️Leighton Buzzard
▪️Luton
📍BUCKINGHAMSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Aylesbury
▪️Bletchley
▪️Milton Keynes
📍HERTFORDSHIRE LOCATIONS
▪️Hemel Hempstead
▪️Letchworth
▪️Stevenage
🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🚣♂️ Row a dragon boat at Longholme Lake in Bedford this Summer half term 2026.
🗓 SUMMER HALF TERM DATES 2026
▪️Open Monday - Sunday
▪️Book between 10am - 2.45pm
▪️Weather permitting
👨👩👧 AGE:
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. Children under 12 years only must wear a life vest, provided. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16.
🗓 SUMMER HALF TERM DATES 2026
▪️Open Monday - Sunday
▪️Book between 10am - 2.45pm
▪️Weather permitting
👨👩👧 AGE:
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. Children under 12 years only must wear a life vest, provided. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16.
Riders under the age of 16 must have consent given by a guardian who is with them. Said guardian will need to sign the hire agreement.
▪️HOW MANY PEOPLE PER BOAT?
4 people per boat, this number includes infants & smaller children.
🐶 ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Yes. Please clean up any hair and other dog related 'mess' before you get back to the jetty. Be sure you keep your dog on a lead for the duration of your hire. Wildlife such as swans have priority and should not be distressed by dogs. Life jackets for dogs are not available.
💳 DEPOSIT
A £10 deposit is required in addition on all tariffs. Dont be late back, damage or dirty the boat. Management reserve the right to decline boat hire without reason.
🎟 WALK IN PRICES
▪️30 minute hire: £20
▪️45 minute hire: £25
▪️60 minute hire: £30
🎫 PRE-BOOK PRICES - SAVE 25%
For the best rates, book direct and save 25% off walk in rates by booking on the website via the event link.
☕️ CAFÉ ONSITE - Click here for information about the Lakeside Kitchen. Dogs welcome.
🅿️ FIND US
Park for free on The Embankment for up-to 2 hours, The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 3QF. Alternative parking is available at Mill Meadows car park south of us, accessible via Longholme Way / Cardington Road roundabout. Access to the cafe is on foot / bike only. The route is step free and considered accessible by many.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@thelongholme.com
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💦 Graveley Farm Slip & Slide - Hertfordshire
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
💦 Get ready for a full hour of fast, splash-filled fun on our Giant Slip & Slide at Graveley Fruit Farm. Hertfordshire - NEW for 2026!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️20th July - 6th September 2026
▪️Monday - Sunday
🕙 TIMES
▪️10:00 to 18:00 (last session 17:00)
ℹ️ AGE INFORMATION
Riders must be at least 5 years old to ride alone, able to climb over the safety barriers, able to swim and confident in water. Please supervise your children at all times.
🛝 WHAT IS INCLUDED?
Each session gives you unlimited rides for 60 minutes, so you can slide again and again without holding back.
Your session also includes unlimited zorbing, so you can mix things up and keep the fun going throughout your time slot.
👙WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR?
Wear swimwear or soft clothing you don’t mind getting wet. Clothing must not have zips, buttons, rivets or sharp edges, and no footwear is allowed on the slide. Please remove jewellery and secure loose items before taking part.
🌧 WHAT HAPPENS IN BAD WEATHER?
The slide runs in most weather, but sessions may be paused or rescheduled in unsafe conditions such as thunderstorms.
🧋REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE
Refreshments are available on site, so you can grab a drink or a snack while you’re here.
🕐 WHAT TIME SHOULD WE ARRIVE?
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your session to check in and get ready.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your session to check in and get ready.
🎟 TICKET COST:
Sessions are £15 per person (plus booking fee), with optional wetsuit hire available for £5 per hour (plus booking fee). Wetsuits are available in a range of sizes, and you can choose the right fit on the day. A small booking fee applies to each booking.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 07436 605503
📧 Email:
graveleyfruitfarm@hotmail.com
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️20th July - 6th September 2026
▪️Monday - Sunday
🕙 TIMES
▪️10:00 to 18:00 (last session 17:00)
ℹ️ AGE INFORMATION
Riders must be at least 5 years old to ride alone, able to climb over the safety barriers, able to swim and confident in water. Please supervise your children at all times.
🛝 WHAT IS INCLUDED?
Each session gives you unlimited rides for 60 minutes, so you can slide again and again without holding back.
Your session also includes unlimited zorbing, so you can mix things up and keep the fun going throughout your time slot.
👙WHAT SHOULD WE WEAR?
Wear swimwear or soft clothing you don’t mind getting wet. Clothing must not have zips, buttons, rivets or sharp edges, and no footwear is allowed on the slide. Please remove jewellery and secure loose items before taking part.
🌧 WHAT HAPPENS IN BAD WEATHER?
The slide runs in most weather, but sessions may be paused or rescheduled in unsafe conditions such as thunderstorms.
🧋REFRESHMENTS AVAILABLE
Refreshments are available on site, so you can grab a drink or a snack while you’re here.
🕐 WHAT TIME SHOULD WE ARRIVE?
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your session to check in and get ready.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your session to check in and get ready.
🎟 TICKET COST:
Sessions are £15 per person (plus booking fee), with optional wetsuit hire available for £5 per hour (plus booking fee). Wetsuits are available in a range of sizes, and you can choose the right fit on the day. A small booking fee applies to each booking.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 07436 605503
📧 Email:
graveleyfruitfarm@hotmail.com
🪓 Bermuda Blades Axe Throwing - Henlow (💥Use Code WUB15 for 15% off)
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 09:00 - 21:15
🪓 Bermuda Blades is an outdoor, covered axe throwing venue based at Perfect Aquatics in Henlow, Bedfordshire, one of the most unique and exhilarating activities you can do within easy reach of Hitchin, Stevenage, Bedford, Biggleswade, and Letchworth.
ℹ️ ABOUT
ℹ️ ABOUT
Axe throwing is exactly what it sounds like: you stand at a throwing line, take aim at a wooden target, and send a real axe spinning through the air until it sticks. Our fully trained instructors guide every session from start to finish, no experience needed, no upper body strength required, just a willingness to try something genuinely different.
🤑 EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODE: WUB15
Use WUB15 at checkout to save 15% off your booking. This offer is exclusive to Whatsup Bedfordshire only.
🤑 GROUPON DEAL (Limited time)
▪️For ages 8+
▪️For ages 12+
🪓 Axe Throwing Ages 12+
🤑 EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODE: WUB15
Use WUB15 at checkout to save 15% off your booking. This offer is exclusive to Whatsup Bedfordshire only.
🤑 GROUPON DEAL (Limited time)
▪️For ages 8+
▪️For ages 12+
🪓 Axe Throwing Ages 12+
30 Minute Sessions - Private Lane
(Best For Groups of 1-3)
▪️For 2 people: £30.00
▪️For 3 people: £42.00
▪️For 4 people: £50.00
🕝 TIME: 2:15PM - 9:15PM
🪓 Axe Throwing Ages 12+
60 Minute Sessions - Private Lane
(Best For Groups of 4-6)
▪️For 2 people: £50.00
▪️For 3 people: £65.00
▪️For 4 people: £78.00
▪️For 5 people: £90.00
▪️For 6 people: £99.00
🕑 TIME: 2:00PM - 9:00PM
⚙️ Junior & Family Friendly Axe Throwing Ages 8+ (Self-Supervised) 30 Minute Sessions - Private Lane - Soft Bristle
▪️ £20.00 per person
🕘 TIME: 9:00AM - 2:00PM
🎟 BOOKING
Book on Bermuda Blades Website via the event link and don't forget to add you discount code WUB15 at checkout!
❓️FAQ'S
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: throw@bermudablades.com
(Best For Groups of 1-3)
▪️For 2 people: £30.00
▪️For 3 people: £42.00
▪️For 4 people: £50.00
🕝 TIME: 2:15PM - 9:15PM
🪓 Axe Throwing Ages 12+
60 Minute Sessions - Private Lane
(Best For Groups of 4-6)
▪️For 2 people: £50.00
▪️For 3 people: £65.00
▪️For 4 people: £78.00
▪️For 5 people: £90.00
▪️For 6 people: £99.00
🕑 TIME: 2:00PM - 9:00PM
⚙️ Junior & Family Friendly Axe Throwing Ages 8+ (Self-Supervised) 30 Minute Sessions - Private Lane - Soft Bristle
▪️ £20.00 per person
🕘 TIME: 9:00AM - 2:00PM
🎟 BOOKING
Book on Bermuda Blades Website via the event link and don't forget to add you discount code WUB15 at checkout!
❓️FAQ'S
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: throw@bermudablades.com
🎉 Thorn Fest 2026
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 11:00 - 21:00
🎉 Get ready for a fantastic day of family fun at Thorn Fest ’26, on Saturday 22nd August, hosted by Thorn Community Association and Bounce Camp. Free entry to the Festival, you do not need a ticket to enter.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Taking place at Thorn Park, Houghton Regis, this special community event features a huge inflatable park, food and refreshments, and entertainment for all ages. The music, BBQ, bar and general festival atmosphere will continue throughout the evening. Bring a chair, picnic blanket, friends and family, and enjoy the day with us.
🎶 CURENT LINE-UP
🎙️ Lily Walsh
🎙️ Luke White
🎧 DJ Fletch Bringing all the old skool classics, 90s favourites, pop anthems and plenty of cheese!
🌅 Ben Carton Providing laid-back Ibiza-inspired sunset vibes as the sun goes down over Thorn Park.
🍔 Food & Refreshments
A variety of food and drink options will be available throughout the day, including:
▪️BBQ and grilled food
▪️Soft drinks
▪️Ice cream
▪️Licensed bar
🤸♂️ GIANT INFLATABLE OBSTACLE COURSE
▪️Mega slides
▪️Bouncy castles
▪️Interactive inflatable games
▪️Family-friendly inflatable attractions
🎟 Wristbands for Inflatables are:
▪️£5 in advance
▪️£10 on the day (subject to availability)
If a parent or adult wishes to go on the inflatables with a child (for support, supervision or joining in the fun!), they will also need their own wristband.
👩👧👦 Family inflatable sessions
Choose from one of two daytime sessions:
▪️Session 1: 11:00am – 2:00pm
▪️Session 2: 2:30pm – 5:30pm
👩🦰 Adult only inflatable session (18+):
▪️Session: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Each ticket gives you unlimited access to the inflatables throughout your chosen 3-hour session. All participants using the inflatables must have a valid ticket and wristband.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: tim@hrcdc.org.uk
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Taking place at Thorn Park, Houghton Regis, this special community event features a huge inflatable park, food and refreshments, and entertainment for all ages. The music, BBQ, bar and general festival atmosphere will continue throughout the evening. Bring a chair, picnic blanket, friends and family, and enjoy the day with us.
🎶 CURENT LINE-UP
🎙️ Lily Walsh
🎙️ Luke White
🎧 DJ Fletch Bringing all the old skool classics, 90s favourites, pop anthems and plenty of cheese!
🌅 Ben Carton Providing laid-back Ibiza-inspired sunset vibes as the sun goes down over Thorn Park.
🍔 Food & Refreshments
A variety of food and drink options will be available throughout the day, including:
▪️BBQ and grilled food
▪️Soft drinks
▪️Ice cream
▪️Licensed bar
🤸♂️ GIANT INFLATABLE OBSTACLE COURSE
▪️Mega slides
▪️Bouncy castles
▪️Interactive inflatable games
▪️Family-friendly inflatable attractions
🎟 Wristbands for Inflatables are:
▪️£5 in advance
▪️£10 on the day (subject to availability)
If a parent or adult wishes to go on the inflatables with a child (for support, supervision or joining in the fun!), they will also need their own wristband.
👩👧👦 Family inflatable sessions
Choose from one of two daytime sessions:
▪️Session 1: 11:00am – 2:00pm
▪️Session 2: 2:30pm – 5:30pm
👩🦰 Adult only inflatable session (18+):
▪️Session: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Each ticket gives you unlimited access to the inflatables throughout your chosen 3-hour session. All participants using the inflatables must have a valid ticket and wristband.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: tim@hrcdc.org.uk
🕵♂️ Flitwick Treasure Hunt 2026
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 13:00
🕵♂️ Join us at The Crown Pub on Saturday 22nd August 2026 for a Treasure Hunt around Flitwick, Bedfordshire! – how well do you know your town?! Bring the kids out and do something a bit different!
ℹ️ DETAILS
▪️Start: Start your adventure at The Crown pub from 1pm.
▪️Hunt: Follow the clues, collect the codes!
▪️End: Return to The Crown to claim your prize
🏆 EXTRA PRIZE
Extra prize awarded at the end of the day for the fastest team! Max team size of 6.
WHAT ELSE?
🥂 Drinks will be flowing
🍔 BBQ
🏰 Bouncy Castle and fun for the kids
ℹ️ DETAILS
▪️Start: Start your adventure at The Crown pub from 1pm.
▪️Hunt: Follow the clues, collect the codes!
▪️End: Return to The Crown to claim your prize
🏆 EXTRA PRIZE
Extra prize awarded at the end of the day for the fastest team! Max team size of 6.
WHAT ELSE?
🥂 Drinks will be flowing
🍔 BBQ
🏰 Bouncy Castle and fun for the kids
🏴☠️ The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure - Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 14:00 - 15:00
🏴☠️ The McDougalls: Pirate Adventure at Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre on Saturday 22 August 2026 at 2pm.
▪️AGE: Recommended for children up to age 9 to enjoy with their families.
🎭 DETAILS:
A Musical Show for all the Family – Live on Stage!
Ahoy, mateys! Everyone’s favourite children’s theatre company presents a brand new swashbuckling singalong show for 2026.
Join Auntie Aggie, Max and Morag the Rabbit as they set sail on a musical treasure hunt, filled with songs and sea shanties such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea.
The McDougalls need YOU to join the crew – so why not come dressed as a pirate!
The McDougalls have risen to become the country’s biggest stars of family entertainment – the perfect introduction to live theatre for your little ones. Find out more by following The McDougalls on social media, and subscribe to their YouTube channel for FREE singalong songs.
McDougalls merchandise will be on sale at the venue.
🎭 ABOUT THE COMPANY:
“Everyone’s favourite children’s theatre company” – Daily Record
“A fun-filled musical stage act designed to entertain and enthral. A magical
theatre experience” – The Scotsman
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️U16 GB Summer Saving: £11.75
▪️Adult: £13.25
▪️Family of Three: £32.63
▪️Family of Four: £43.50
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Call the Box Office on:
☎️ 0300 300 8125
Monday – Saturday 12pm – 3pm (excluding bank holidays)
▪️AGE: Recommended for children up to age 9 to enjoy with their families.
🎭 DETAILS:
A Musical Show for all the Family – Live on Stage!
Ahoy, mateys! Everyone’s favourite children’s theatre company presents a brand new swashbuckling singalong show for 2026.
Join Auntie Aggie, Max and Morag the Rabbit as they set sail on a musical treasure hunt, filled with songs and sea shanties such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea.
The McDougalls need YOU to join the crew – so why not come dressed as a pirate!
The McDougalls have risen to become the country’s biggest stars of family entertainment – the perfect introduction to live theatre for your little ones. Find out more by following The McDougalls on social media, and subscribe to their YouTube channel for FREE singalong songs.
McDougalls merchandise will be on sale at the venue.
🎭 ABOUT THE COMPANY:
“Everyone’s favourite children’s theatre company” – Daily Record
“A fun-filled musical stage act designed to entertain and enthral. A magical
theatre experience” – The Scotsman
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️U16 GB Summer Saving: £11.75
▪️Adult: £13.25
▪️Family of Three: £32.63
▪️Family of Four: £43.50
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Call the Box Office on:
☎️ 0300 300 8125
Monday – Saturday 12pm – 3pm (excluding bank holidays)
🎠 Gumbles Childrens Funfair 2026 - The Green, Stotfold
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 12:00 - 18:15
🎡 Gumble's Funfair is back this August 2026 at The Green, Stotfold. Join us for an exciting family day out packed with rides, inflatables, and smiles all round.
🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️Thursday 20th August
▪️Friday 21st August
▪️Saturday 22nd August
▪️Sunday 23rd August
👦 AGE:
Ideal for toddlers through to young teens.
🕒 CHOOSE A SESSION TIME:
▪️12.00pm – 3.00pm
▪️3.15pm – 6.15pm
Sessions are time-limited – please arrive promptly!
🎟️ TICKET COST - PAY ON THE GATE:
▪️ Child (unlimited rides per session): £11.00
▪️ Adult (spectator): £1.00
ℹ️ ENTRY INFO
• No pre-booking required – just turn up and pay on the gate.
• All children require a wristband (available on the day).
• Unlimited ride wristbands available with no hidden fees.
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
There will be an onsite food court available.
Picnics must be held outside of the grounds.
🚫 🐶 DOG INFORMATION
No dogs allowed except for guide dogs.
❗️IMPORTANT INFO FOR PARENTS
Attractions may not be suitable for all children. Some rides have height or weight restrictions for safety. ALL children attending will need to buy a wristband upon entry, no exceptions.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDENT
Event is weather dependent. If inflatables cannot operate due to weather, rides may still be available. Please check our Facebook page for updates before travelling.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07976 813 639
🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️Thursday 20th August
▪️Friday 21st August
▪️Saturday 22nd August
▪️Sunday 23rd August
👦 AGE:
Ideal for toddlers through to young teens.
🕒 CHOOSE A SESSION TIME:
▪️12.00pm – 3.00pm
▪️3.15pm – 6.15pm
Sessions are time-limited – please arrive promptly!
🎟️ TICKET COST - PAY ON THE GATE:
▪️ Child (unlimited rides per session): £11.00
▪️ Adult (spectator): £1.00
ℹ️ ENTRY INFO
• No pre-booking required – just turn up and pay on the gate.
• All children require a wristband (available on the day).
• Unlimited ride wristbands available with no hidden fees.
🍔 FOOD & DRINK
There will be an onsite food court available.
Picnics must be held outside of the grounds.
🚫 🐶 DOG INFORMATION
No dogs allowed except for guide dogs.
❗️IMPORTANT INFO FOR PARENTS
Attractions may not be suitable for all children. Some rides have height or weight restrictions for safety. ALL children attending will need to buy a wristband upon entry, no exceptions.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDENT
Event is weather dependent. If inflatables cannot operate due to weather, rides may still be available. Please check our Facebook page for updates before travelling.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07976 813 639
🎠 Scarrotts £2 Fun Fair, August 2026 - Northampton Racecourse
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 14:00 - 22:00
🎠 Scarrott’s £2 funfair is back in Northampton this August!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Monday - Saturday: 2pm - 10pm
▪️Sunday: 1pm - 9pm
▪️Friday 21st August - Monday 31st August
▪️Open everyday.
ℹ️ ABOUT
All the fun of the fair at Northampton Racecours located at the white elephant corner.
With loads of rides and attractions at affordable prices fetch the family to the funfair.
Keep an eye on socials incase of any last minute closures.
📍The Racecourse white elephant corner NN2 7HG.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Monday - Saturday: 2pm - 10pm
▪️Sunday: 1pm - 9pm
▪️Friday 21st August - Monday 31st August
▪️Open everyday.
ℹ️ ABOUT
All the fun of the fair at Northampton Racecours located at the white elephant corner.
With loads of rides and attractions at affordable prices fetch the family to the funfair.
Keep an eye on socials incase of any last minute closures.
📍The Racecourse white elephant corner NN2 7HG.
🌞 Rhythms in the Sun - Letchworth Rugby Club
Saturday 22 August 2026
Time: 11:30 - 18:30
🌞 Join us for an amazing FREE Family Fun Caribbean Community Festival at Letchworth Rugby Club on Saturday 22nd August 2026, from 11:30 AM – 6:00 PM.
🌴 Enjoy:
🎶 DJs
🥁 Live Drummers
🍗 Caribbean Food
🏰 Bouncy Castles
🎨 Sip & Paint
🧸 Soft Play
🐂 Rodeo Bull
🎲 Family Fun & Much More!
🥁 LIVE DRUMMERS...
Get ready... our LIVE drummers take to the stage from 12:45 PM!!
Children and Adults are welcome to join in, so arrive early and experience the rhythm for yourself!
Just speak to one of our friendly team on the day.
🌟 What's New!!!!
Ask us about our 1962 Caribbean Events Family Membership and discover exclusive Member benefits, Family days out, Discounts and much more!!!
Bring your Family, invite your Friends and come along for a fantastic day full of Fun, Music and Community spirit.
We can't wait to see you there!
ℹ️ ABOUT
1962 Caribbean Events,
Investing in Families, Supporting Our Community & Local Charities.
🌴 Enjoy:
🎶 DJs
🥁 Live Drummers
🍗 Caribbean Food
🏰 Bouncy Castles
🎨 Sip & Paint
🧸 Soft Play
🐂 Rodeo Bull
🎲 Family Fun & Much More!
🥁 LIVE DRUMMERS...
Get ready... our LIVE drummers take to the stage from 12:45 PM!!
Children and Adults are welcome to join in, so arrive early and experience the rhythm for yourself!
Just speak to one of our friendly team on the day.
🌟 What's New!!!!
Ask us about our 1962 Caribbean Events Family Membership and discover exclusive Member benefits, Family days out, Discounts and much more!!!
Bring your Family, invite your Friends and come along for a fantastic day full of Fun, Music and Community spirit.
We can't wait to see you there!
ℹ️ ABOUT
1962 Caribbean Events,
Investing in Families, Supporting Our Community & Local Charities.
🏖 Southend Coach Trip from Luton & Dunstable - August 2026
Sunday 23 August 2026
Time: 08:30
🏖 Enjoy over 4½ hours to explore this vibrant seaside destination on the Essex coast with Three Star Coaches.
Just a short journey from Luton, Southend offers the perfect mix of classic seaside
charm and modern attractions - ideal for a fun-filled day out with family or friends.
🚍 PICK-UP-POINTE
▪️8.30am - 25a Park Avenue, Sundon Park, Luton LU3 3BP (Free Car Parking)
▪️08.45am - Luton Interchange
(Bus Stop 4)
▪️09.15am - Dunstable Square
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £20
▪️Child: £15 (16 and under)
▪️Family: £55 (2 Adults & 2 Children)
*Please call us to book the Family Deal*
ℹ️ BOOKING
You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 722626
🚍 PICK-UP-POINTE
▪️8.30am - 25a Park Avenue, Sundon Park, Luton LU3 3BP (Free Car Parking)
▪️08.45am - Luton Interchange
(Bus Stop 4)
▪️09.15am - Dunstable Square
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £20
▪️Child: £15 (16 and under)
▪️Family: £55 (2 Adults & 2 Children)
*Please call us to book the Family Deal*
ℹ️ BOOKING
You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 722626
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