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🚣‍♂️ Junior Learn to Row Course 2026 - Bedford


Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Price: £125.00

🚣‍♂️ Our Junior Holiday Learn to Row courses are a brilliant way for young people to try something new, get active, and gain confidence on the water.

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️
14th - 16th April
▪️25th - 28th May

Whether they’re brand new to rowing or looking to improve, our experienced coaches create a fun, supportive environment where juniors can learn the basics, develop skills, and enjoy being part of a team.

Why choose rowing this holiday?
✔ Learn a new sport
✔ Boost confidence & resilience
✔ Improve fitness outdoors
✔ Make new friends
✔ All equipment provided

Who can join?
• Secondary school age (11-18)
• Able to swim 50m in clothes
• Confident around water

📍 LOCATION
Based at Star Club Rowing, Poynters Boathouse, Bedford, MK40 1QS

🎟 BOOKING:
Places are limited during the holidays and tend to fill fast. Secure your place here.
Please get in touch if the costs are prohibitive. Free and subsidised places are available.

Give them a holiday that’s active, empowering and fun 🚣✨

ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
captain@starclubrowing.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01234 212070

🏍 Bike Night - The Village Swan, Ivinghoe Aston


Time: 17:00 - 20:00

🏍 Bike Night is rolling back into The Village Swan, Ivinghoe Aston, LU7 9DP - Come along for a great evening of bikes and banter! April - October 2026.

ℹ️ ABOUT
Join every second Wednesday of the month for an evening dedicated to great bikes, good company, and pub favourites. Whether you ride or just love the scene, everyone’s welcome.

🍔 FOOD AVAILABLE
There is food available at the Village Swan, reasonably priced and absolutely scrummy. Meal deals just £12. Warm fire, cosy seating.

❗️PLEASE NOTE:
A polite notice: Please ride carefully & respectively through the village.

🅿️ PARKING
Car park is for bikes only on this event.

🗓 2026 Dates:
▪️15th April
▪️13th May
▪️10th June
▪️8th July
▪️12 August
▪️9 September
▪️14 October

ℹ️ VILLAGE SWAN CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 01525 213868

🌸 Evenley Wood Garden Spring Trail 2026 - Northamptonshire


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🐣 Evenley Wood Garden Easter Trail 2026
This Easter, step into the enchanting world of Evenley Wood Garden and join the Giant Hares — the Guardians of Spring — on a magical family trail through our 60‑acre woodland.

🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️
28th March - 19th April
▪️10am - 4pm

🌸 EVENT DETAILS
Collect your trail sheet at the entrance, then follow the hares as they guide you along meandering paths and streamside views to a series of interactive spring‑starting stations.

🌼 Bees pollinating the flowers — help spark the first blooms of spring
🌱 Hopscotch to wake up the woodland floor — jump and stomp new life back into the earth
🍃 Wind chimes to call in the spring breeze — create a melody to stir the air
🌸 Plus many more charming moments hidden throughout the garden!
Perfect for all ages, this gentle and imaginative trail encourages children (and grown‑ups!) to explore, play, and enjoy the sights and sounds of spring emerging all around.

☕️ CAFÉ
After your adventure, visit our woodland café, open daily and serving a delicious array of Easter treats, hot drinks, and light lunches.

🛝 PLAYGROUND
Don’t leave without a visit to the wonky playground with a zip line.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children: £7.50 (pre-book for children)
▪️Adults: £9.50 (pay on arrival for adults)
Every child receives a prize at the end of the trail. You can book tickets via the event link.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
info@evenleywoodgarden.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 07788 207 428

🚣‍♂️ Junior Learn to Row Course 2026 - Bedford


Time: 10:00 - 16:00 Price: £125.00

🚣‍♂️ Our Junior Holiday Learn to Row courses are a brilliant way for young people to try something new, get active, and gain confidence on the water.

🗓 2026 DATES
▪️
14th - 16th April
▪️25th - 28th May

Whether they’re brand new to rowing or looking to improve, our experienced coaches create a fun, supportive environment where juniors can learn the basics, develop skills, and enjoy being part of a team.

Why choose rowing this holiday?
✔ Learn a new sport
✔ Boost confidence & resilience
✔ Improve fitness outdoors
✔ Make new friends
✔ All equipment provided

Who can join?
• Secondary school age (11-18)
• Able to swim 50m in clothes
• Confident around water

📍 LOCATION
Based at Star Club Rowing, Poynters Boathouse, Bedford, MK40 1QS

🎟 BOOKING:
Places are limited during the holidays and tend to fill fast. Secure your place here.
Please get in touch if the costs are prohibitive. Free and subsidised places are available.

Give them a holiday that’s active, empowering and fun 🚣✨

ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
captain@starclubrowing.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01234 212070

🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 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.

🌸 Evenley Wood Garden Spring Trail 2026 - Northamptonshire


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🐣 Evenley Wood Garden Easter Trail 2026
This Easter, step into the enchanting world of Evenley Wood Garden and join the Giant Hares — the Guardians of Spring — on a magical family trail through our 60‑acre woodland.

🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️
28th March - 19th April
▪️10am - 4pm

🌸 EVENT DETAILS
Collect your trail sheet at the entrance, then follow the hares as they guide you along meandering paths and streamside views to a series of interactive spring‑starting stations.

🌼 Bees pollinating the flowers — help spark the first blooms of spring
🌱 Hopscotch to wake up the woodland floor — jump and stomp new life back into the earth
🍃 Wind chimes to call in the spring breeze — create a melody to stir the air
🌸 Plus many more charming moments hidden throughout the garden!
Perfect for all ages, this gentle and imaginative trail encourages children (and grown‑ups!) to explore, play, and enjoy the sights and sounds of spring emerging all around.

☕️ CAFÉ
After your adventure, visit our woodland café, open daily and serving a delicious array of Easter treats, hot drinks, and light lunches.

🛝 PLAYGROUND
Don’t leave without a visit to the wonky playground with a zip line.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children: £7.50 (pre-book for children)
▪️Adults: £9.50 (pay on arrival for adults)
Every child receives a prize at the end of the trail. You can book tickets via the event link.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
info@evenleywoodgarden.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 07788 207 428

🎠 Family Fun Fair, April 2026 - Flitwick


Time: 17:00 - 20:30

🎠 The Funfair is back this April 2026 at Flitwick Millennium Park. Weather dependant.

🗓 2026 OPENING
▪️
Thursday 9th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Friday 10th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Saturday 11th April: 2pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Sunday 12th April: 2pm - 7pm ish

▪️Thursday 16th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Friday 17th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Saturday 18th April: 2pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Sunday 19th April: 2pm - 7pm ish

🤑 HAPPY HOUR
Happy hour is reduced prices for the first hour of opening each day

🔥 Happy hour prices       
▪️Large rides £2.50         
▪️Children's rides £2     
▪️Dodgems £3 per car   
(other attractions may vary)

💷 Regular prices
▪️Large rides £3
▪️Children's rides £2.50
▪️Dodgems £4 per car 
(Other attractions may vary)

😋 Street Food Monthly, Hitchin - 2026

Thursday 16 April 2026

Time: 16:00 - 21:00

🎉 Hitchin Street Food Monthly is BACK for 2026! Taking place at Riverside, Hitchin the first of seven dates across 2026 will take place in April with the last set for October 2026.

✍️ TRADER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
Want to be part of our 10th year at Hitchin Street Food Monthly??

🌯 STREET FOOD TRADERS
Serving up bold, brilliant, can’t-stop-thinking-about-it food? Apply here:

🧀 ARTISAN MARKET TRADERS
Got a craft or product you'd love to show off? Think gifts, sauces, breads, butchery, woodwork, treats, and more. Apply here:

We’re proud to champion incredible independents and create a proper community atmosphere - great food, great people, great vibes. If you’ve got an outstanding product and a brilliant attitude, we want to hear from you.

🗓 HITCHIN STREET FOOD 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 16th April 
▪️Thursday 7th May 
▪️Thursday 4th June 
▪️Thursday 2nd July 
▪️Thursday 6th August 
▪️Thursday 3rd September 
▪️Thursday 1st October 

😋 Street Food Heroes, April 2026 - Ashton Square


🎉 Street Food Heroes is BACK in Dunstable on Thursday 15th April 2026, bringing the ultimate food, drink & vibe takeover to town!

DETAILS
📍 Ashton Square, Dunstable
📅 Thursday 16th April
⏰ 4PM – 9PM

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Get ready for an evening packed with:
Incredible street food traders serving up flavours from around the world. A fully stocked mobile bar to keep the drinks flowing and Live DJ bringing the beats all night.

Whether you’re coming straight from work, meeting friends, or bringing the family — this is the place to be!

✨ Good vibes
✨ Amazing food
✨ Great music
✨ Community atmosphere

FREE ENTRY — JUST TURN UP & ENJOY!

😋 Henlow Eat Feast 2026 LAUNCH - Henlow Pavilion


Time: 16:00 - 21:00

🎉 Henlow EAT Feast will be back on Friday 17th April 2026!

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Food • Music • Drinks •Child-friendly • Vegan & veggie options

😋 FOOD OPTIONS
🇬🇷
Fresh, authentic Greek bites
🍟 Loaded fries heaven
🔥 Wells Smokehouse BBQ
🥡 East Asian street food favourites
🇮🇳  Indian spices & street classics
🍕 Merano Pizza, wood-fired perfection
🌮 Mamma Mexican
🍰 Crumb de La Creme desserts
🍹 The Stirrup Bar, drinks to keep the good vibes flowing.

✅️ Play park onsite

🌸 Evenley Wood Garden Spring Trail 2026 - Northamptonshire


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🐣 Evenley Wood Garden Easter Trail 2026
This Easter, step into the enchanting world of Evenley Wood Garden and join the Giant Hares — the Guardians of Spring — on a magical family trail through our 60‑acre woodland.

🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️
28th March - 19th April
▪️10am - 4pm

🌸 EVENT DETAILS
Collect your trail sheet at the entrance, then follow the hares as they guide you along meandering paths and streamside views to a series of interactive spring‑starting stations.

🌼 Bees pollinating the flowers — help spark the first blooms of spring
🌱 Hopscotch to wake up the woodland floor — jump and stomp new life back into the earth
🍃 Wind chimes to call in the spring breeze — create a melody to stir the air
🌸 Plus many more charming moments hidden throughout the garden!
Perfect for all ages, this gentle and imaginative trail encourages children (and grown‑ups!) to explore, play, and enjoy the sights and sounds of spring emerging all around.

☕️ CAFÉ
After your adventure, visit our woodland café, open daily and serving a delicious array of Easter treats, hot drinks, and light lunches.

🛝 PLAYGROUND
Don’t leave without a visit to the wonky playground with a zip line.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children: £7.50 (pre-book for children)
▪️Adults: £9.50 (pay on arrival for adults)
Every child receives a prize at the end of the trail. You can book tickets via the event link.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
info@evenleywoodgarden.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 07788 207 428

🎠 Family Fun Fair, April 2026 - Flitwick


Time: 17:00 - 20:30

🎠 The Funfair is back this April 2026 at Flitwick Millennium Park. Weather dependant.

🗓 2026 OPENING
▪️
Thursday 9th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Friday 10th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Saturday 11th April: 2pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Sunday 12th April: 2pm - 7pm ish

▪️Thursday 16th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Friday 17th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Saturday 18th April: 2pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Sunday 19th April: 2pm - 7pm ish

🤑 HAPPY HOUR
Happy hour is reduced prices for the first hour of opening each day

🔥 Happy hour prices       
▪️Large rides £2.50         
▪️Children's rides £2     
▪️Dodgems £3 per car   
(other attractions may vary)

💷 Regular prices
▪️Large rides £3
▪️Children's rides £2.50
▪️Dodgems £4 per car 
(Other attractions may vary)

🚣‍♂️ Dragon Boat Hire April 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford


Time: 10:00 - 14:45

🚣‍♂️ Row a dragon boating at Longholme Lake in Bedford this 2026.

🗓 APRIL 2026 OPENING TIMES:
▪️
Friday 3rd April - Monday 6th April
▪️Open every Saturday & 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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🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 St George's Day 2026 - Priory Gardens, Dunstable


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🛡 Get ready for a legendary day out at Priory Gardens in Dunstable on saturday 18th April 2026. Dust off your armour and bring the whole family for a day of myths, monsters, and medieval fun!

WHAT TO EXPECT
📖 George & the Dragon Storytelling – Hear the legend come to life!
🐲 Meet the Dragons – Get up close with our Giant Dragon & adorable Baby Dragon.
⚔️ Fighting Knights Display – Watch breath-taking live combat.
🛡️ Knights School – Train to be a hero of the realm!
🎧 DJ Dragon Dance Party – Bust a move with the beast.
🐍 Animal Encounters – Meet some real-life "monsters."
🎭 Dragon 101 Show & Punch and Judy – Classic laughs and dragon facts.
🏹 Children’s Jousting & Archery – Test your aim and bravery!

🍔 STALLS & FOOD
Plus, enjoy a variety of stalls, delicious catering, and so much more! It’s going to be a great day for all ages. 

🌸 Evenley Wood Garden Spring Trail 2026 - Northamptonshire


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🐣 Evenley Wood Garden Easter Trail 2026
This Easter, step into the enchanting world of Evenley Wood Garden and join the Giant Hares — the Guardians of Spring — on a magical family trail through our 60‑acre woodland.

🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️
28th March - 19th April
▪️10am - 4pm

🌸 EVENT DETAILS
Collect your trail sheet at the entrance, then follow the hares as they guide you along meandering paths and streamside views to a series of interactive spring‑starting stations.

🌼 Bees pollinating the flowers — help spark the first blooms of spring
🌱 Hopscotch to wake up the woodland floor — jump and stomp new life back into the earth
🍃 Wind chimes to call in the spring breeze — create a melody to stir the air
🌸 Plus many more charming moments hidden throughout the garden!
Perfect for all ages, this gentle and imaginative trail encourages children (and grown‑ups!) to explore, play, and enjoy the sights and sounds of spring emerging all around.

☕️ CAFÉ
After your adventure, visit our woodland café, open daily and serving a delicious array of Easter treats, hot drinks, and light lunches.

🛝 PLAYGROUND
Don’t leave without a visit to the wonky playground with a zip line.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION

🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children: £7.50 (pre-book for children)
▪️Adults: £9.50 (pay on arrival for adults)
Every child receives a prize at the end of the trail. You can book tickets via the event link.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email:
info@evenleywoodgarden.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 07788 207 428

🎠 Family Fun Fair, April 2026 - Flitwick


Time: 14:00 - 20:30

🎠 The Funfair is back this April 2026 at Flitwick Millennium Park. Weather dependant.

🗓 2026 OPENING
▪️
Thursday 9th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Friday 10th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Saturday 11th April: 2pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Sunday 12th April: 2pm - 7pm ish

▪️Thursday 16th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Friday 17th April: 5pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Saturday 18th April: 2pm - 8.30pm ish
▪️Sunday 19th April: 2pm - 7pm ish

🤑 HAPPY HOUR
Happy hour is reduced prices for the first hour of opening each day

🔥 Happy hour prices       
▪️Large rides £2.50         
▪️Children's rides £2     
▪️Dodgems £3 per car   
(other attractions may vary)

💷 Regular prices
▪️Large rides £3
▪️Children's rides £2.50
▪️Dodgems £4 per car 
(Other attractions may vary)

🚘 Graveley Fruit Farm Car Boot Sale 2026


Time: 07:30 - 11:00

🚘 Graveley Farm Car Boot Sale is opening from April 2026 on Saturdays. (Weather dependant)

🛍 BUYERS INFORMATION
▪️7:30- 9:30 am buyers entry £1
▪️9:30am onwards buyers entry 50p

🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
▪️7:00 am sellers entry £10 any vehicle

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
07375 341305
📧 Email: graveleycarboot@gmail.com
📘 Facebook:
Click here

🌸 Shefford Maze 2026


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🌸 Shefford Maze itself measures 30 metres square, and 2 metres high, with a 6 metre square centre. It was designed and planted in the summer of 1983 by the owner, John Brindle. Check before you leave on the Facebook page   incase of any last minute closures.

🗓 OPENING TIMES FROM 15/03/26:
▪️Open 10am - 4pm
▪️Open every Sunday
▪️Every bank holiday
▪️Monday and Fridays during school holidays.

WHAT TO EXPECT
🌼 A beautiful unique garden leading onto the maze. You will get lost!
🛝 Play equipment such as toddler cars, toddler slides.
🥪 A picnic area with a couple of benches, as there are were only a few it might be worth taking a blanket to sit on which we did.
🚫 No dogs allowed

♿️ NOT ACCESSIBLE
The maze itself isn't suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs as it can be quite narrow inparts and has uneven ground.

🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED
▪️Cash or card
▪️Adults & children aged over 5: £6pp
▪️4 People: £20
▪️Under 5: Free

ℹ️ ENQUIRIES CONTACT DAN
☎️ Phone: 07510 935 124
📧 Email: hoohillmaze@hotmail.com
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