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⚽️ Join the Brand New Dunstable Thursday 6-a-side Football League!


Time: 19:00 - 21:00

⚽️ Football is back in Dunstable with a brand new Thursday night 6-a-side league at Houstone School, run by Leisure Leagues — the world’s largest provider of small-sided football.

This is a fun, friendly, and competitive league for adults of all abilities. Whether you have a full squad ready to go or you’re an individual looking to join a team, we’ll get you playing straight away.

🗓 WHEN?
Every Thursday evening: 7pm - 9pm

📍WHERE?
Houstone School, Dunstable, LU5 5PX
(3G pitches)

👨‍🦰 WHO CAN JOIN?
Players aged 16+ (teams or individuals welcome)

Extras: FA-qualified referees, weekly fixtures, league tables, and Veo camera match recordings uploaded online

Get active, meet new people, and enjoy the buzz of small-sided football in a great atmosphere.

📲 HOW TO JOIN
Sign up now HERE
Spaces are limited — secure your place today!

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
Louis@leisureleagues.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 07449773861 (Louis)

✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated 2025


Time: 16:00 - 20:30

✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated returns for 2025, ready to light up Hertfordshire with over 20 sparkling light displays - including brand new installations - and a better than ever festive food village, offering visitors this year a truly elevated experience.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Open from 27th November 2025 through 1st January 2026
▪️First entry from 4pm, last entry from 7:30pm

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Magic illuminates every step along the 1.7km trail that weaves through the estate’s historic Grade II* listed gardens, where more than 20 dazzling installations will mesmerise each and every visitor. With more magical moments and festive photo opps than ever before, including never-before-seen displays, Ashridge House Illuminations is not to be missed!

🎡 NEW FOR 2025 / FROM £6.00
▪️Observation wheel

Set within the heart of our dazzling light trail, the 115ft Observation Wheel offers breathtaking views of Illuminated from above. Perfect for all ages to soak in the wonder of Christmas high above the crowd where magic illuminates every step. Simply add as an 'extra' at checkout!

🐶 DOG INFORMATION
▪️Wednesday & Thursday

Due to last year’s popularity of dog-friendly sessions, dogs will be once again welcome to join their humans on the trail every Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Pups and humans alike will have the opportunity to visit the extended festive Food Village, which promises to deliver a bigger and cosier experience than last year, with even more seasonal favourites, warming drinks, and sweet treats from local traders.

🅿️ FREE PARKING & ACCESSIBILITY
Free parking right near the trail’s entrance
Wheelchair and buggy accessible*

🗺 WHERE IS ASHRIDGE HOUSE?
Ashridge House is conveniently located in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, off J20 on the M25, just a 30 min drive from Luton and 45 min drive from Heathrow. The nearest train station is Berkhamsted, which visitors can reach in only 35 mins from London Euston train station.

🎟 TICKET COST & BOOKING:
▪️From £14.40 for children
▪️From £23.50 for adults
▪️Please send your enquiries for groups larger than 15 to groups@seetickets.com.

Booking and managing tickets to Ashridge House Illuminations couldn’t be easier, thanks to a booking system that allows visitors to easily change the day of their visit in case of wet weather at absolutely no extra cost. You can book via the event link.

🚦🚘 Lap of Lights 2025 - Silverstone Circuit, Towester


Time: 16:30 - 21:30

🚦Lap of Lights is back at Silverstone for 2025 and it's brighter than ever!

🗓 2025 DATES
Everyday from 12 December 2025 - 3 January 2026! Excluding 25th December 2025.

✨️WHAT TO EXPECT - THE LAP EXPERIENCE
Buckle up for an unforgettable drive around the world-famous Grand Prix circuit — illuminated on a scale like never before!

Ten breathtaking light installations transform the night, with every scene surrounding you in festive colour, sound and energy. It’s not just the scale of the lights that will take your breath away, but the thrill of experiencing them from behind the wheel as you follow in the tracks of racing legends.

HOW MANY LIGHTS?
✨️6000 Dazzling LED panels for a one of a kind festive drive
✨️10 Stunning lighting activations
✨️20 Laser shows for the ultimate experience

🔇 TURN THE VOLUME UP!
Tune into Elf FM and pump festive tunes all lap long.

🕟 DURATION
This is a approx 30 minute experience which run every half hour, running from 16:30pm - 21:30pm in December 2025 and 16:30pm - 20:30pm in January 2026.

🛎 ARRIVE 30 MINUTES EARLY
You will need to arrive at Silverstone Circuit 30 minutes before your Lap of Lights experience start time.

 
🎟 TICKET COST PER CAR:
Ticket cost ranges between £50 - £80 per car depending on date and times selected.

🚙 DO YOU HAVE A MINI BUS OR OTHER VEHICLE?
If you are booking a minibus or other vehicle please contact us at enquiries@silverstone.co.uk

⛸️ WHAT ELSE IS THERE TO DO?
Step out of your car and onto the ice as Silverstone’s legendary F1 garages are transformed into a skating experience like no other! From your first lap on ice to show-stopping spins - Ice Trak is the coolest place to be this Christmas.

😋 FESTIVE FOOD
Fuel up with festive favourites at our food quarter. Find the perfect bite for all the family with dozens of items to choose from.

❓️FAQ's
Any questions? click here.

✨️ Stockwood Illuminated 2025 - Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton


Time: 16:30 - 20:00

✨️ This December 2025, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.

🤩 EVENT DETAILS
This year we have doubled the light trail from 500 metres to one kilometre, with over 20 light creations and a custom-made soundtrack.

Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.  We have interactive light installations, shimmering disks reflecting the sky, bouncing psychelic colours, colourful animations and sparkly mirrors.

🎉 WHAT'S NEW FOR 2025
For 2025 we're also introducing 13 new light creations inspired by fairy tales, fast reaction games , water and ice.  There'll also be a few surprises along the way so be prepared for magic and adventure.

We guarantee that Stockwood Illuminated will get you and your family in the festive spirit!  Book now to avoid disappointment.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES
Running from 12th December - 4th January.
Excluding 15th, 25th, 26th December 2025 & 1st January 2025.

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️£9 / £7 Concessions (inc. booking fee)

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

✨️ The Land of Lights 2025 - Gulliver's Dinosaur and Farm Park, Milton Keynes


✨️ Land of Lights will be lighting up the skies at Gulliver’s Milton Keynes throughout winter 2025 with NEW lantern displays and glowing scenes.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️
7 - 9 November
▪️14 - 16 November
▪️21 - 23 November
▪️28 - 30 November
▪️4 - 7 December
▪️10 - 24 December
▪️28 - 31 December
▪️1 - 4 January 2026
▪️From 10th January, Saturday & Sunday's only for the rest of January 2026
▪️February 2026: Saturday's only

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT

Step into the original Land of Lights experience at Gulliver’s Resort, Milton Keynes, the festival that lit the way. Now expanded to two more UK locations due to overwhelming popularity, Milton Keynes remains the heart of the glow. Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year after year.

🐶 DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
You and your furry friends can explore the magic of Land of Lights together at all three locations! Bring your pup on a short lead and enjoy an unforgettable night as you explore the magnificent lanterns.

*All Wednesdays and Sundays (wherever operational) are dog-friendly.

❓️ACCESSIBILITY & FREQUENT QUESTIONS
Click here

🎟 TICKET COST
Ticket costs may vary on different days & times chosen. Click the event link.

🌳 Tree Tots at Howe Park Wood, Milton Keynes


Time: 10:00 - 10:50

🌳 Outdoor nature play has many proven benefits for pre-schoolers. It supports their development, stimulates their senses, improves creativity, and boosts immunity.

👶 AGE: Under 5's

🗓 DAY & TIME
▪️
Thursday's
▪️
10:00am - 10:50am

That’s why our Outdoor Learning Team runs Tree Tots, a weekly 50-minute nature play session that enables you and your little ones to join in all kinds of outdoor fun alongside other children, parents and carers.

👩‍🍳 WHAT TO EXPECT
Tree Tots offers a range of seasonal activities designed just for under-5s. You’ll get to join in all kinds of fun things that connect you and your little one with nature – from ‘cooking’ in mud kitchens, balancing on ropes and swinging in hammocks to playing with water, exploring the woods and collecting natural treasure.

📍WHERE/WHEN IT TAKES PLACE
Taking place in a dedicated area of Howe Park Wood every Thursday at 10am (Winter) or 10am and 11am (Summer).

🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
Tree Tots takes place in all weathers (unless it’s very extreme) because we believe that children should have the opportunity to experience the wild outdoors – whether that’s rain, wind, sun or snow. Please come dressed appropriately for the weather.

🎟 TICKETS:
(Book via the event link)
Sessions cost £3 for the first child and £1 for additional children. Maximum 3 children per adult. No booking is required for accompanying adults.

🛡 A Christmas Festive Feast Trail at Dunstable Downs 2025


Time: 10:30 - 16:00

🛡 Join the grand Knight’s Festive Feast and celebrate the year’s triumphs in true medieval style at Dunstable Downs! As you journey through the trail, find out who plays a part in bringing a medieval banquet to life.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 SUITABILITY

Children of all ages are welcome. Well behaved dogs are welcome on leads.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES
The trail takes place between Saturday 6th December 2025 and Sunday 4th January 2026, from 10:30am to 4pm, with last entry at 3:30pm.
(We are closed on the 24th and 25th December 2025).

⚔️ TRAIL DETAILS
Take on tasks, follow clues, and gather everything needed to complete the festive banquet table. Adventure, laughter, and merriment await—let the feast begin!

Join us for this 10 station trail with a congratualtions prize at the end!

✨️ ALTERNATIVE TRAIL
For an alternative trail option, we also have themed sensory bags, a sensory trail, and spotter sheets to ensure everyone can join in the adventure!

💳 ADMISSION FEE
Prices are £3 per trail which includes the trail and prize. No booking required.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY OF DUNSTABLE DOWNS
The visitor centre, courtyard and trail is step free and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Please note that the majority of the trail is on grass.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/dunstable-downs-and-whipsnade-estate

🅿️ PARKING
Parking at Dunstable Downs costs £3.50 for a day for non-National Trust members and is free for National Trust members. Blue badge holders can also park for free. The parking is paid via a pay and display machine, and members can scan their membership card for free parking. (Parking charges can change at anytime)

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582500920
📧 Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk

👣🧑‍🎄 The Nut Cracker Trail 2025 - Rushden Lakes


Time: 08:00 - 18:00

🧑‍🎄 Join us for a magical Nutcracker Trail this festive season 2025 at Rushden Lakes from 21st November 2025 - 4th January 2026.

🌟 EVENT DETAILS
Explore the site on a self-guided adventure designed for our younger visitors. Collect your trail booklet from Customer Services, then hunt down 10 Nutcracker characters hidden across the site. Write down all their names to complete the challenge!

Small gifts for everyone who takes part. Perfect photo opportunities throughout the festive period. Plus, enter your details for a chance to win a £50 The Entertainer Voucher!

🎁 WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT
Rushden Lakes will be running a festive Farye  from 14th November - 31st December 2025 open 10am - 7pm. Here is the link for more information:
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/events/festive-fayre

CUSTOMER SERVICE OPENING TIMES
▪️Monday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Tuesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Wednesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Thursday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Friday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Saturday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Sunday: 10 am–5 pm

*Check with customer services for times for specific days around the Christmas and the New Year period as these opening/closing as times may be different than listed.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/accessibility

ℹ️ CUSTOMER SERVICES ENQUIRIES
You can contact us on 01933 427925 or via email. For assistance out of hours please contact the Security team on 01933 427923).

🧑‍🎄 12 Joy's of Christmas Trail 2025 - Jordans Mill, Broom


Time: 09:30 - 15:30 Price: £4.00

✨️ Step into the magic of Christmas with a festive family adventure and explore Jordans Mill, 12 Joys of Christmas Trail!

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️
13th December - 4th January*
▪️9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

*Please note we are closed on: 15th, 25th, 26th December 2025 & 1st January 2026.

🎁 EVENT DETAILS
Can you spot all 12 Joys of Christmas around our Gardens, Mill & Shop? Fill in their names on your activity sheet and hand it back in at the end for a prize!

❄️ Wrap up warm, enjoy the wonderful sights, and make lasting memories together. Don’t forget, the trail continues through Twixmas, making it the perfect way to enjoy those cosy days between Christmas and New Year.

💳 PAY ON THE DAY: £4 per entry
(includes a prize)

🧑‍🎄 Harris Christmas Light Spectacular 2025 - St Nicholas close, Flitwick

Thursday 18 December 2025

Time: 17:00 - 20:00

🧑‍🎄 Spreading cheer, one light at a time. Come celebrate the season with us at 2 St Nicholas Close, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, lighting up the neighborhood and welcoming everyone to enjoy.

✨️ ABOUT
Bringing the Christmas magic to life, you dont want to miss our christmas lights. This year we are raising money for keech hospice care which provides specialist end-of-life care for people of all ages.

🕔 WHAT TIME? (NOT GUARANTEED)
Looking forward to seeing you all from 1st of December 2025. The lights will run every night in December 2025, from 5pm - 8pm. You may even see the elf coming to say hello and to have a dance with you in the snow between 5pm - 6pm!
*(Weather dependant).
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💖 RAISING MONEY FOR KEECH
We do our Christmas lights every year in aid of keech hospice, we would love to raise as good total this year! Any donations are greatly appreciated, we have money boxes for cash, QR codes around the lights & also a fundraising link below if you would like to donate online.
Click here to donate

📍 LOCATION
St Nicholas close, Flitwick, Bedfordshire
MK45 1PF

👀 KEEP UPDATED
Incase of any changes of times/cancellations keep updated on the Facebook page via the event link.

✨️ Shuttleworth in Lights 2025/2026


Time: 16:30

✨️ Shuttleworth's unique twist on a winter light trail.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️
5 - 7 December 2025
▪️12 - 14 December 2025
▪️19 - 21 December 2025
▪️1 - 3 January 2026

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our dedicated team will once again turn our Collection & Garden into an illuminated experience that shows off Shuttleworth in a whole new light (see what we did there?)

Produced entirely in-house, our trail lets you explore Swiss Garden’s quirky features aglow in vibrant colours, with some fun interactive elements and photo-worthy moments.

In the Collection hangars our iconic aircraft, vehicles and machines will be bathed in light, adding to the awesome revere these fantastic machines inspire.

For a unique twist on a winter light trail look no further.

As this is an outside event so warm waterproof protective clothing and footwear is recommended.

☕️ CAFE
Café open for festive drinks & snacks.

🕟 SESSION TIMES:
Choose a session time between 4.30pm - 6.50pm.

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £16.00 - £17.50
▪️Children aged 3+: £10
▪️2 and under go FREE!
▪️Group rate available

✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated 2025


Time: 16:00 - 20:30

✨️ Ashridge House Illuminated returns for 2025, ready to light up Hertfordshire with over 20 sparkling light displays - including brand new installations - and a better than ever festive food village, offering visitors this year a truly elevated experience.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Open from 27th November 2025 through 1st January 2026
▪️First entry from 4pm, last entry from 7:30pm

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Magic illuminates every step along the 1.7km trail that weaves through the estate’s historic Grade II* listed gardens, where more than 20 dazzling installations will mesmerise each and every visitor. With more magical moments and festive photo opps than ever before, including never-before-seen displays, Ashridge House Illuminations is not to be missed!

🎡 NEW FOR 2025 / FROM £6.00
▪️Observation wheel

Set within the heart of our dazzling light trail, the 115ft Observation Wheel offers breathtaking views of Illuminated from above. Perfect for all ages to soak in the wonder of Christmas high above the crowd where magic illuminates every step. Simply add as an 'extra' at checkout!

🐶 DOG INFORMATION
▪️Wednesday & Thursday

Due to last year’s popularity of dog-friendly sessions, dogs will be once again welcome to join their humans on the trail every Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Pups and humans alike will have the opportunity to visit the extended festive Food Village, which promises to deliver a bigger and cosier experience than last year, with even more seasonal favourites, warming drinks, and sweet treats from local traders.

🅿️ FREE PARKING & ACCESSIBILITY
Free parking right near the trail’s entrance
Wheelchair and buggy accessible*

🗺 WHERE IS ASHRIDGE HOUSE?
Ashridge House is conveniently located in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, off J20 on the M25, just a 30 min drive from Luton and 45 min drive from Heathrow. The nearest train station is Berkhamsted, which visitors can reach in only 35 mins from London Euston train station.

🎟 TICKET COST & BOOKING:
▪️From £14.40 for children
▪️From £23.50 for adults
▪️Please send your enquiries for groups larger than 15 to groups@seetickets.com.

Booking and managing tickets to Ashridge House Illuminations couldn’t be easier, thanks to a booking system that allows visitors to easily change the day of their visit in case of wet weather at absolutely no extra cost. You can book via the event link.

🚦🚘 Lap of Lights 2025 - Silverstone Circuit, Towester


Time: 16:30 - 21:30

🚦Lap of Lights is back at Silverstone for 2025 and it's brighter than ever!

🗓 2025 DATES
Everyday from 12 December 2025 - 3 January 2026! Excluding 25th December 2025.

✨️WHAT TO EXPECT - THE LAP EXPERIENCE
Buckle up for an unforgettable drive around the world-famous Grand Prix circuit — illuminated on a scale like never before!

Ten breathtaking light installations transform the night, with every scene surrounding you in festive colour, sound and energy. It’s not just the scale of the lights that will take your breath away, but the thrill of experiencing them from behind the wheel as you follow in the tracks of racing legends.

HOW MANY LIGHTS?
✨️6000 Dazzling LED panels for a one of a kind festive drive
✨️10 Stunning lighting activations
✨️20 Laser shows for the ultimate experience

🔇 TURN THE VOLUME UP!
Tune into Elf FM and pump festive tunes all lap long.

🕟 DURATION
This is a approx 30 minute experience which run every half hour, running from 16:30pm - 21:30pm in December 2025 and 16:30pm - 20:30pm in January 2026.

🛎 ARRIVE 30 MINUTES EARLY
You will need to arrive at Silverstone Circuit 30 minutes before your Lap of Lights experience start time.

 
🎟 TICKET COST PER CAR:
Ticket cost ranges between £50 - £80 per car depending on date and times selected.

🚙 DO YOU HAVE A MINI BUS OR OTHER VEHICLE?
If you are booking a minibus or other vehicle please contact us at enquiries@silverstone.co.uk

⛸️ WHAT ELSE IS THERE TO DO?
Step out of your car and onto the ice as Silverstone’s legendary F1 garages are transformed into a skating experience like no other! From your first lap on ice to show-stopping spins - Ice Trak is the coolest place to be this Christmas.

😋 FESTIVE FOOD
Fuel up with festive favourites at our food quarter. Find the perfect bite for all the family with dozens of items to choose from.

❓️FAQ's
Any questions? click here.

✨️ Stockwood Illuminated 2025 - Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton


Time: 16:30 - 20:00

✨️ This December 2025, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.

🤩 EVENT DETAILS
This year we have doubled the light trail from 500 metres to one kilometre, with over 20 light creations and a custom-made soundtrack.

Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.  We have interactive light installations, shimmering disks reflecting the sky, bouncing psychelic colours, colourful animations and sparkly mirrors.

🎉 WHAT'S NEW FOR 2025
For 2025 we're also introducing 13 new light creations inspired by fairy tales, fast reaction games , water and ice.  There'll also be a few surprises along the way so be prepared for magic and adventure.

We guarantee that Stockwood Illuminated will get you and your family in the festive spirit!  Book now to avoid disappointment.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES
Running from 12th December - 4th January.
Excluding 15th, 25th, 26th December 2025 & 1st January 2025.

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️£9 / £7 Concessions (inc. booking fee)

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

🎶 CHRISTMAS CAROLS 2025 - The Swan, Markyate


Time: 19:00

🎶 With school finishing, why not start the holidays with Carols outside The Barn (or inside if wet) at The Swan in Markyate this Friday 19th December 2025, with Markyate Choir leading us with Carols and also some other musical treats!

Songsheets will be provided and we will have Mulled Wine, Hot Chocolate available.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 482660

✨️ The Land of Lights 2025 - Gulliver's Dinosaur and Farm Park, Milton Keynes


✨️ Land of Lights will be lighting up the skies at Gulliver’s Milton Keynes throughout winter 2025 with NEW lantern displays and glowing scenes.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES
▪️
7 - 9 November
▪️14 - 16 November
▪️21 - 23 November
▪️28 - 30 November
▪️4 - 7 December
▪️10 - 24 December
▪️28 - 31 December
▪️1 - 4 January 2026
▪️From 10th January, Saturday & Sunday's only for the rest of January 2026
▪️February 2026: Saturday's only

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT

Step into the original Land of Lights experience at Gulliver’s Resort, Milton Keynes, the festival that lit the way. Now expanded to two more UK locations due to overwhelming popularity, Milton Keynes remains the heart of the glow. Wander through dazzling portals into dreamworlds, explore larger-than-life lanterns, and discover why families return year after year.

🐶 DOG FRIENDLY DAYS
You and your furry friends can explore the magic of Land of Lights together at all three locations! Bring your pup on a short lead and enjoy an unforgettable night as you explore the magnificent lanterns.

*All Wednesdays and Sundays (wherever operational) are dog-friendly.

❓️ACCESSIBILITY & FREQUENT QUESTIONS
Click here

🎟 TICKET COST
Ticket costs may vary on different days & times chosen. Click the event link.

🛡 A Christmas Festive Feast Trail at Dunstable Downs 2025


Time: 10:30 - 16:00

🛡 Join the grand Knight’s Festive Feast and celebrate the year’s triumphs in true medieval style at Dunstable Downs! As you journey through the trail, find out who plays a part in bringing a medieval banquet to life.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 SUITABILITY

Children of all ages are welcome. Well behaved dogs are welcome on leads.

🗓 2025/2026 DATES
The trail takes place between Saturday 6th December 2025 and Sunday 4th January 2026, from 10:30am to 4pm, with last entry at 3:30pm.
(We are closed on the 24th and 25th December 2025).

⚔️ TRAIL DETAILS
Take on tasks, follow clues, and gather everything needed to complete the festive banquet table. Adventure, laughter, and merriment await—let the feast begin!

Join us for this 10 station trail with a congratualtions prize at the end!

✨️ ALTERNATIVE TRAIL
For an alternative trail option, we also have themed sensory bags, a sensory trail, and spotter sheets to ensure everyone can join in the adventure!

💳 ADMISSION FEE
Prices are £3 per trail which includes the trail and prize. No booking required.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY OF DUNSTABLE DOWNS
The visitor centre, courtyard and trail is step free and suitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs. Please note that the majority of the trail is on grass.
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/essex-bedfordshire-hertfordshire/dunstable-downs-and-whipsnade-estate

🅿️ PARKING
Parking at Dunstable Downs costs £3.50 for a day for non-National Trust members and is free for National Trust members. Blue badge holders can also park for free. The parking is paid via a pay and display machine, and members can scan their membership card for free parking. (Parking charges can change at anytime)

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582500920
📧 Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk

🎩 A Christmas Carol 2025 - British Schools Museum, Hitchin


Time: 16:30

🧑‍🎄 OVO’s smash hit, critically acclaimed production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol returns to Hertfordshire by popular demand, for a fourth year. This time, in a new area and venue: British Schools Museum in Hitchin.

🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Friday 28th December 2025 - 30th December

(Except: 1st, 2nd, 8th, 9th, 15th, 18th November & 25th, 26th December)
▪️Times: 16:30, 17.30 18:00, 19:30
Depending on days.

🎩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Taking audiences on an open air promenade journey, this is a truly unique festive experience that immerses audiences in the spirit of Christmas past, present and yet to come.

The 60 minute performance is more magical than ever in its new venue. It is guaranteed to delight, amuse and move both children and adults alike, sending you home filled to the brim with festive cheer – not to mention our ever popular mulled wine, luxury hot chocolate and seasonal snacks.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a promenade performance that involves walking around outside the grounds and inside the buildings of the British Schools Museum

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Cost between £15.00 - £27.50

♿ ACCESSABILITY
If you have any questions regarding your accessibility needs, please email us before purchasing tickets.
📧 Email: help@ovo.org.uk

🎅 Christmas at Mead Open Farm 2025


Time: 09:30 - 17:00

🎅 Mead Open Farm Christmas 2025.

🗓 2025 DATES
December 6th, 7th, 13th, 14th 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 24th

🎄 EVENT DETAILS
The time slot you book for is to see Father Christmas. You can access the farm park anytime from 9:30am on the date you visit.

Experience a magical festive adventure on selected dates in December, as the yuletide cheer of the North Pole takes over the farm.

🧑‍🎄 INCLUDED IN YOUR CHRISTMAS TICKET
✨️ Make it through the Naughty or Nice Detector.
✨️ Meet Father Christmas and enjoy an enchanted festive group story with him.
✨️ Visit Father Christmas’ Toy Store and pick your own gift.
✨️ Choose and make your very own bear in our Make a Bear Workshop.
✨️ Decorate gingerbread with Mother Christmas.
✨️ Make a bag of reindeer food at the Reindeer food factory.
✨️ Visit Christmas HQ - an immersive walkthrough attraction.
✨️ Get involved at The Pudding Club show.
✨️ Visit the Christmas Tree walk-through with 3D sparkle glasses.
✨️ Visit the Alpine village.

Plus, have full access to all the usual fun of the farm including meeting our animals and our giant indoor play area.

🎟 TICKET COST FOR NON-MEMBERSHIPS ONLINE:
▪️Child (1-15 yrs): from £35.00 to £40.00
▪️Adult (16+): from £25.00 to £30.00
▪️Senior: from £20.00 to £25.00
▪️Disabled Plus Carer: from £35.00 to £40.00
▪️Child Under 1: from £10.00 to £15.00

*Member tickets receive a discount, you can see these prices on the website via the event link.

ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01525 852954

👣🧑‍🎄 The Nut Cracker Trail 2025 - Rushden Lakes


Time: 08:00 - 18:00

🧑‍🎄 Join us for a magical Nutcracker Trail this festive season 2025 at Rushden Lakes from 21st November 2025 - 4th January 2026.

🌟 EVENT DETAILS
Explore the site on a self-guided adventure designed for our younger visitors. Collect your trail booklet from Customer Services, then hunt down 10 Nutcracker characters hidden across the site. Write down all their names to complete the challenge!

Small gifts for everyone who takes part. Perfect photo opportunities throughout the festive period. Plus, enter your details for a chance to win a £50 The Entertainer Voucher!

🎁 WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT
Rushden Lakes will be running a festive Farye  from 14th November - 31st December 2025 open 10am - 7pm. Here is the link for more information:
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/events/festive-fayre

CUSTOMER SERVICE OPENING TIMES
▪️Monday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Tuesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Wednesday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Thursday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Friday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Saturday: 8 am–6 pm
▪️Sunday: 10 am–5 pm

*Check with customer services for times for specific days around the Christmas and the New Year period as these opening/closing as times may be different than listed.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
https://www.rushdenlakes.com/accessibility

ℹ️ CUSTOMER SERVICES ENQUIRIES
You can contact us on 01933 427925 or via email. For assistance out of hours please contact the Security team on 01933 427923).