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🚗 Blunham Classics Car Meet 2026
Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 17:00
🚗 Blunham Classics Evening Car Meet 2026. Join us for our dedicated classic car meet, in Blunham Playing Fields, Bedfordshire from 5pm onwards.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 23rd April
▪️Thursday 28th May
▪️Thursday 25th June
▪️Thursday 23rd July
▪️Thursday 27th August
▪️Thursday 24th September
WHAT TO KNOW
🚗 Pre 2000 show cars only
🍔 Great food
🍻 Bar serving all evening
There’s plenty of room for everyone — whether you’re showing, spectating, or just soaking up the atmosphere.
Hosted by: Sunray
The team will be there to greet you all, question is will you be there???
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07787126230
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 23rd April
▪️Thursday 28th May
▪️Thursday 25th June
▪️Thursday 23rd July
▪️Thursday 27th August
▪️Thursday 24th September
WHAT TO KNOW
🚗 Pre 2000 show cars only
🍔 Great food
🍻 Bar serving all evening
There’s plenty of room for everyone — whether you’re showing, spectating, or just soaking up the atmosphere.
Hosted by: Sunray
The team will be there to greet you all, question is will you be there???
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07787126230
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Thursday 23 July 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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🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:30
🌸 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
Thursday 23 July 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.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
💦 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
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
🎡 Willen Lake Fun Fair 2026 - Milton Keynes
Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 13:00 - 21:00
🎡 Willen lake, Milton Keynes fun fair is back for summer of 2026.
🗓 OPENING DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July everyday until Sunday 16th August 2026.
🕐 1pm - 9pm: Weekdays
🕛 12pm -10pm: Saturdays and Sundays
💷 FREE ENTRY
Pay as you go. Rides costs between £2.50 - £5.00.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Adult rides - kids rides - stalls with prizes and so much more…..
🗓 OPENING DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July everyday until Sunday 16th August 2026.
🕐 1pm - 9pm: Weekdays
🕛 12pm -10pm: Saturdays and Sundays
💷 FREE ENTRY
Pay as you go. Rides costs between £2.50 - £5.00.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Adult rides - kids rides - stalls with prizes and so much more…..
⛱️ Rushden Lakes Beach 2026
Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 19:00
⛱️ 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 - 7pm
▪️Sunday: 10am - 8pm
🧒 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 - 7pm
▪️Sunday: 10am - 8pm
🧒 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.
🌳 Tree Tots at Howe Park Wood, Milton Keynes
Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 09:30 - 11:20 Price: £3.00
🌳 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
▪️9:30am - 10:20am & 10:30am - 11:20am
👶 AGE: Under 5's
🗓 DAY & TIME
▪️Thursday
▪️9:30am - 10:20am & 10:30am - 11:20am
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 IT TAKES PLACE
Taking place in a dedicated area of Howe Park Wood every Thursday.
🌧 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:
Sessions cost £3 for the first child and £1 for additional children. Maximum 3 children per adult. No booking is required for accompanying adults. You can book via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@theparkstrust.com
☎️ Phone: 01908 233600
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🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford Farm
Thursday 23 July 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
⛳️ 🍳 Breakfast and Adventure Golf - Bermuda Falls, Henlow (use discount code WUB10)
Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 09:00 - 12:00
⛳️ Love breakfast and adventure golf? Well, you’re in the right place at Bermuda Falls in Henlow, Bedfordshire.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for our fantastic Breakfast & Golf Offer and enjoy the perfect start to your day a fun round of adventure golf followed by a delicious breakfast, all for a reduced price.
🍳 WHAT FOOD IS INCLUDED?
Each ticket includes one breakfast per
person at no extra charge, with a choice of:
▪️Mini Breakfast
▪️Breakfast Wrap
▪️Vegetarian Breakfast Wrap
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for our fantastic Breakfast & Golf Offer and enjoy the perfect start to your day a fun round of adventure golf followed by a delicious breakfast, all for a reduced price.
🍳 WHAT FOOD IS INCLUDED?
Each ticket includes one breakfast per
person at no extra charge, with a choice of:
▪️Mini Breakfast
▪️Breakfast Wrap
▪️Vegetarian Breakfast Wrap
If those options aren’t quite to your taste, don’t worry we offer a range of alternative breakfasts that you can upgrade to for a small additional (reduced) cost.
💥EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNT CODE: WUB10
Save 10% on your booking with an exclusive code through WhatsUp Bedfordshire when you checkout. WUB10
ℹ️ BOOKING INFORMATION
Please note: This offer is available for online bookings only. Simply book online, arrive ready to play, and we’ll take care of the rest.
🎟 TICKET COST WITHOUT THE DISCOUNT CODE APPLIED:
▪️Adult 16+: £17.84
▪️Child 3-15: £15.04
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: jordan@bermudafallsgolf.co.uk
📍LOCATION
Bermuda Falls is situated within the same grounds as Perfect Aquatics LTD, Hitchin Rd, Henlow SG16 6BB
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook post for photos and a review.
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🎠 Gumbles Childrens Funfair Bedford - Bedford Park
Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 12:00 - 18:15
🎡 Gumble's Funfair is back this July 2026 at Bedford Park. Join for an exciting family day out packed with rides, inflatables, and smiles all round.
🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️Thursday 23rd July
▪️Friday 24th July
▪️Saturday 25th July
▪️Sunday 26th July
👦 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 23rd July
▪️Friday 24th July
▪️Saturday 25th July
▪️Sunday 26th July
👦 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
🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford (50% off link)
Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🚣♂️ Row a dragon boating 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
🤑 SAVE 50% OFF - LIMITED TIME OFFER
60 Minutes for up to 4 people - £15
offer link.
🎫 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
Thursday 23 July 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
🐛 Nature Craft Bug Hotel - Howe Park Wood, Milton Keynes
Thursday 23 July 2026
Time: 09:30 - 11:55 Price: £1.50
🐛 Join us this summer at Howe Park Wood for nature-themed crafting with the Outdoor Learning team. This week, we will be creating mini bug hotels.*
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Tuesday 21st July
▪️Wednesday 22nd July
▪️Thursday 23rd July
🕤 SESSION TIMES
Choose a time between 9.30am - 11.55am
▪️AGE: 4 - 10 Year olds
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Tuesday 21st July
▪️Wednesday 22nd July
▪️Thursday 23rd July
🕤 SESSION TIMES
Choose a time between 9.30am - 11.55am
▪️AGE: 4 - 10 Year olds
🌳 EVENT DETAILS
This is a family-friendly activity. The activities are aimed at 4-10 year olds, but older children are welcome to come. Please note that you will need one ticket for each child participating. Adults do not require a ticket but must attend.
🪶 EDUCATION CENTRE WILL BE OPEN
Our Education Centre will also be open to the public from 9:30am to 12:30pm for Open Mornings. We will have nature-themed challenges, artefacts on display such as nests, skulls and feathers that are found across our different parks, and self-guided trails.
🎟 BOOKING ESSENTIAL: £1.50 PER CHILD
Booking is essential for this event, you can book via the event link below. Please arrive on time for your booked slot and if you can no longer attend, please let us know on outdoorlearning@theparkstrust.com.
*Activities may be changed due to weather conditions
This is a family-friendly activity. The activities are aimed at 4-10 year olds, but older children are welcome to come. Please note that you will need one ticket for each child participating. Adults do not require a ticket but must attend.
🪶 EDUCATION CENTRE WILL BE OPEN
Our Education Centre will also be open to the public from 9:30am to 12:30pm for Open Mornings. We will have nature-themed challenges, artefacts on display such as nests, skulls and feathers that are found across our different parks, and self-guided trails.
🎟 BOOKING ESSENTIAL: £1.50 PER CHILD
Booking is essential for this event, you can book via the event link below. Please arrive on time for your booked slot and if you can no longer attend, please let us know on outdoorlearning@theparkstrust.com.
*Activities may be changed due to weather conditions
🎧 Hudfest 2026 - Flitwick Lodge
Friday 24 July 2026
Time: 18:00 - 00:00
🎉 Get ready for the biggest summer event of 2026 – HUDFEST MUSIC FESTIVAL! This is the festival you won’t want to miss!
🔥 ABOUT
Our customers describe it as a “mini-Glastonbury in Flitwick” due to the beautiful venue, layout and vibe.
🗓 2026 DATE & TIME
▪️24th July 2026
▪️6pm - 12am
🎤 Headliners include:
✨ Viva La Vida (Coldplay Tribute)
✨ Swift & Styles (Taylor & Harry Tribute)
✨ Twice Over (Local Acoustic incredible singer/song writer duo)
And that’s just the beginning! Our incredible lineup features:
🎧 Brett Hudson
🎧 Sid Hudson
🎧 Andy Chesham (Vinyl Records)
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Advance: £25
▪️On the night: £30
(18+ with ID, ages 14+ must be accompanied)
FOOD & DRINK
🍸 Enjoy a fully licensed bar
🍔 Tasty food trucks (eSKAbarschillgrill & The Pizza Post)
📍 LOCATION
at Flitwick Lodge, MK45 5AN. Easy limited parking and just 5 minutes from Flitwick Train Station!
🎟 BOOK TICKETS
Secure your place here
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Contact@hudfest.com
📘 Facebook: Click here
📸 Instagram: instagram.com/Hudfest_/
🔥 ABOUT
Our customers describe it as a “mini-Glastonbury in Flitwick” due to the beautiful venue, layout and vibe.
🗓 2026 DATE & TIME
▪️24th July 2026
▪️6pm - 12am
🎤 Headliners include:
✨ Viva La Vida (Coldplay Tribute)
✨ Swift & Styles (Taylor & Harry Tribute)
✨ Twice Over (Local Acoustic incredible singer/song writer duo)
And that’s just the beginning! Our incredible lineup features:
🎧 Brett Hudson
🎧 Sid Hudson
🎧 Andy Chesham (Vinyl Records)
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Advance: £25
▪️On the night: £30
(18+ with ID, ages 14+ must be accompanied)
FOOD & DRINK
🍸 Enjoy a fully licensed bar
🍔 Tasty food trucks (eSKAbarschillgrill & The Pizza Post)
📍 LOCATION
at Flitwick Lodge, MK45 5AN. Easy limited parking and just 5 minutes from Flitwick Train Station!
🎟 BOOK TICKETS
Secure your place here
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Contact@hudfest.com
📘 Facebook: Click here
📸 Instagram: instagram.com/Hudfest_/
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Friday 24 July 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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🍹Rum Fest 2026 - MK11 Live Music Venue & Sports Bar
Time: 16:30
🏴☠️🌴 MK11’s RUM FEST 2026 at MK11 Live Music Venue & Sports Bar, Milton Keynes – and the best bit? Entry is completely FREE.
Grab your free tickets via the event link.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 24th July: 4:30pm - 12:00am
▪️Saturday 25th July: Pirate Party event doors open at 20:00pm with last entry at 23:30pm
▪️Sunday 26th July: untill 12 midnight
Set sail for a weekend packed with pirate vibes, rum-fuelled fun and laid-back summer party energy. If you love great drinks, live music and something a little different, this is one to get in the diary.
🍍 WHAT TO EXPECT
🏖️ Outdoor Rum Bar with 50+ Caribbean rums
🍹 Boozy rum slushies & rum punch bombs
🪵 Rum tasting boards
🌶️ Freshly made pizzas all weekend
🎧 Daytime DJs in the Rum Garden
🎶 Live music every evening on the bar stage
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
You can book your free tickets via the event link.
Whether you’re dropping in for a few drinks in the sunshine, heading down for the evening music, or going all in with the fancy dress, expect plenty of atmosphere and a proper party feel all weekend long.
⚓ PIRATE FANCY DRESS
Pirate fancy dress is encouraged all weekend, so feel free to go full captain, crew or castaway and join in the fun.
Leave the land behind – it’s time to party like a pirate! 🍻
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01908 262 924
Grab your free tickets via the event link.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 24th July: 4:30pm - 12:00am
▪️Saturday 25th July: Pirate Party event doors open at 20:00pm with last entry at 23:30pm
▪️Sunday 26th July: untill 12 midnight
Set sail for a weekend packed with pirate vibes, rum-fuelled fun and laid-back summer party energy. If you love great drinks, live music and something a little different, this is one to get in the diary.
🍍 WHAT TO EXPECT
🏖️ Outdoor Rum Bar with 50+ Caribbean rums
🍹 Boozy rum slushies & rum punch bombs
🪵 Rum tasting boards
🌶️ Freshly made pizzas all weekend
🎧 Daytime DJs in the Rum Garden
🎶 Live music every evening on the bar stage
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
You can book your free tickets via the event link.
Whether you’re dropping in for a few drinks in the sunshine, heading down for the evening music, or going all in with the fancy dress, expect plenty of atmosphere and a proper party feel all weekend long.
⚓ PIRATE FANCY DRESS
Pirate fancy dress is encouraged all weekend, so feel free to go full captain, crew or castaway and join in the fun.
Leave the land behind – it’s time to party like a pirate! 🍻
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01908 262 924
🪲 Bug Lab 2026 - Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve
Friday 24 July 2026
Time: 14:00 - 15:30 Price: £3.00
🪲 Our first Bug Lab of the season will take place at Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve on Friday 24th July 2026 at 2pm.
🐞 WHAT TO EXPECT
Enter the wonderful world of minibeasts and take a closer look at the tiny creatures living all around us. This family-friendly Bug Lab is a brilliant chance to explore nature up close, whether you are completely new to bug hunting or would like to improve your wildlife identification skills.
The Greensand Trust team will be joined by members of the Bedfordshire Natural History Society, who will be sharing their knowledge and helping you discover more about the fascinating insects and minibeasts found on site. There will be equipment and guides to borrow, microscopes to peer through and plenty of tips to inspire you to continue bug spotting at home too.
🔎 EVENT INFORMATION
▪️Aimed at families and suitable for ages 5+
▪️No previous experience or knowledge is needed
▪️Underage siblings are welcome to accompany you and do not require a ticket, but are asked not to participate
▪️All children must be accompanied by an adult and supervised throughout
▪️Please wear long sleeves, trousers and suitable footwear
▪️This is an outdoor event with little shelter
▪️No dogs please
▪️Stay for as long as you like during the session
▪️Equipment and guides are provided, but the session involves group work and sharing materials
⚠️ BOOKING INFORMATION
Booking is essential - no turn ups on the day please.
Places are limited, so please book one ticket per participating child. Accompanying adults do not require a ticket.
Please make sure you have read and accepted the booking Terms & Conditions when booking.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Child ticket: £3.00
🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply
This event is kindly supported by the Bedfordshire Natural History Society.
🐞 WHAT TO EXPECT
Enter the wonderful world of minibeasts and take a closer look at the tiny creatures living all around us. This family-friendly Bug Lab is a brilliant chance to explore nature up close, whether you are completely new to bug hunting or would like to improve your wildlife identification skills.
The Greensand Trust team will be joined by members of the Bedfordshire Natural History Society, who will be sharing their knowledge and helping you discover more about the fascinating insects and minibeasts found on site. There will be equipment and guides to borrow, microscopes to peer through and plenty of tips to inspire you to continue bug spotting at home too.
🔎 EVENT INFORMATION
▪️Aimed at families and suitable for ages 5+
▪️No previous experience or knowledge is needed
▪️Underage siblings are welcome to accompany you and do not require a ticket, but are asked not to participate
▪️All children must be accompanied by an adult and supervised throughout
▪️Please wear long sleeves, trousers and suitable footwear
▪️This is an outdoor event with little shelter
▪️No dogs please
▪️Stay for as long as you like during the session
▪️Equipment and guides are provided, but the session involves group work and sharing materials
⚠️ BOOKING INFORMATION
Booking is essential - no turn ups on the day please.
Places are limited, so please book one ticket per participating child. Accompanying adults do not require a ticket.
Please make sure you have read and accepted the booking Terms & Conditions when booking.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Child ticket: £3.00
🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply
This event is kindly supported by the Bedfordshire Natural History Society.
🏁 Silverstone BRDC Classic (Kids Go Free) - 🏕 Camping Available
Friday 24 July 2026
Time: 09:00 - 18:00
🏁 BRDC Classic returns to Silverstone for a full weekend of historic motorsport, iconic racing cars and brilliant family-friendly entertainment.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 24th July: 9am - 6pm
▪️Saturday 25th July: 9am - 8:30pm
▪️Sunday 26th July: 9am - 7pm
ℹ️ WEEKEND SCHEDULE
🔥 THE MAIN EVENT
The BRDC Classic is a true celebration of motorsport heritage, bringing together legendary cars, famous eras of racing and plenty of on-track action at one of the world’s most famous circuits.
Shaped by the British Racing Drivers’ Club, this much-loved event honours the drivers, cars and unforgettable moments that helped define the sport. Expect a packed atmosphere across the weekend with something for seasoned motorsport fans, classic car lovers and families alike.
🏎 WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️ The UK’s fastest collection of classic racing cars
▪️ 12 hours of racing across 3 days
▪️ Over 2 hours of F1 action
▪️ Every era of motorsport represented
▪️ Trackside live streaming
▪️ Historic kart demo
▪️ Classic & collector car auctions
▪️ Supercar display, trade and entertainment zone, fun fair and vintage tractor display
🎡 Funfair
🚜 Vintage Tractor Display
🚘 Super Car Display
🚘 THE FULL GRID
This year’s line-up spans the 1920s through to the modern era, with wheel-to-wheel racing from GP Icons, Endurance Icons, celebrated championships, Roadsports, GT3 Legends and Pre-War Sports Cars.
🎟 TICKET GUIDE
▪️ Friday from £20
▪️ Saturday from £40
▪️ Sunday from £40
▪️ 3-Day General Admission from £65
👨👩👧👦 CHILDREN GO FREE!
Kids under 16 go free all weekend, making this a fantastic summer day out or full weekend away for families.
⛺️ STAY ALL WEEKEND
Camp at The Ridings, the closest campsite to the circuit! Arrive Thursday and stay until Monday across the BRDC Classic weekend!
Camping Information
ℹ️ GENERAL ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 24th July: 9am - 6pm
▪️Saturday 25th July: 9am - 8:30pm
▪️Sunday 26th July: 9am - 7pm
ℹ️ WEEKEND SCHEDULE
🔥 THE MAIN EVENT
The BRDC Classic is a true celebration of motorsport heritage, bringing together legendary cars, famous eras of racing and plenty of on-track action at one of the world’s most famous circuits.
Shaped by the British Racing Drivers’ Club, this much-loved event honours the drivers, cars and unforgettable moments that helped define the sport. Expect a packed atmosphere across the weekend with something for seasoned motorsport fans, classic car lovers and families alike.
🏎 WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️ The UK’s fastest collection of classic racing cars
▪️ 12 hours of racing across 3 days
▪️ Over 2 hours of F1 action
▪️ Every era of motorsport represented
▪️ Trackside live streaming
▪️ Historic kart demo
▪️ Classic & collector car auctions
▪️ Supercar display, trade and entertainment zone, fun fair and vintage tractor display
🎡 Funfair
🚜 Vintage Tractor Display
🚘 Super Car Display
🚘 THE FULL GRID
This year’s line-up spans the 1920s through to the modern era, with wheel-to-wheel racing from GP Icons, Endurance Icons, celebrated championships, Roadsports, GT3 Legends and Pre-War Sports Cars.
🎟 TICKET GUIDE
▪️ Friday from £20
▪️ Saturday from £40
▪️ Sunday from £40
▪️ 3-Day General Admission from £65
👨👩👧👦 CHILDREN GO FREE!
Kids under 16 go free all weekend, making this a fantastic summer day out or full weekend away for families.
⛺️ STAY ALL WEEKEND
Camp at The Ridings, the closest campsite to the circuit! Arrive Thursday and stay until Monday across the BRDC Classic weekend!
Camping Information
ℹ️ GENERAL ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
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