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🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Wednesday 16 September 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌺 From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2026, we open the doors of the Walled Garden, Luton and welcome visitors to our unique Capability Brown designed walled garden and its unique service buildings.
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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🚘 🏍 Classics at The Compasses, Greenfield - 2026
Wednesday 16 September 2026
Time: 18:00
🚘 🏍 Come and join the monthly Classics meet up at The Compasses, Greenfield. If it's classic with wheels pre 1992 bring it along. Always a good turn out!. Free entry. Food available.
🌐 THE COMPASSES WEBSITE
Check out the menu here at The Compasses.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Wednesday 17th June
▪️Wednesday 15th July
▪️Wednesday 19th August
▪️Wednesday 16th September
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out some photos on Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook post.
ℹ️ THE COMPASSES CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@compassesgreenfield.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01908 739536
🌐 THE COMPASSES WEBSITE
Check out the menu here at The Compasses.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Wednesday 17th June
▪️Wednesday 15th July
▪️Wednesday 19th August
▪️Wednesday 16th September
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out some photos on Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook post.
ℹ️ THE COMPASSES CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@compassesgreenfield.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01908 739536
😋🎶 STREET FOOD HEROS IN DUNSTABLE 2026
Thursday 17 September 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
🎶 Street Food Hero's is back for 2026 on Thursday nights in Dunstable on Ashton Square. Come for delicious food options and music, great for the whole family!
▪️TIME: 4PM - 9PM
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for an evening of amazing street food vendors serving a variety of delicious dishes!
🪑 Tables & chairs available
🎶 Music from Street Food DJ
🍻 Bar
🚻 Toilets open
🅿️ Free parking from 6pm
Bring your friends, come hungry, and enjoy a great atmosphere in the heart of Dunstable!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 31st May
▪️Thursday 18th June
▪️Thursday 16th July
▪️Thursday 20th August
▪️Thursday 17th September
▪️TIME: 4PM - 9PM
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for an evening of amazing street food vendors serving a variety of delicious dishes!
🪑 Tables & chairs available
🎶 Music from Street Food DJ
🍻 Bar
🚻 Toilets open
🅿️ Free parking from 6pm
Bring your friends, come hungry, and enjoy a great atmosphere in the heart of Dunstable!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 31st May
▪️Thursday 18th June
▪️Thursday 16th July
▪️Thursday 20th August
▪️Thursday 17th September
Charity Golf Day 2026 - Dunstable Downs Golf Club
Thursday 17 September 2026
Time: 08:00
⛳️ Join us on Thursday 17th September 2026 at Dunstable Downs Golf Club for a fantastic Charity Golf Day in support of Hospice at Home Volunteers.
EVENT DETAILS
This special event, sponsored by Beansprout Ltd, promises a brilliant day on the course with great food, friendly competition and fundraising for a wonderful local cause.
Starting from around 9am following the 8am event start, golfers can enjoy a breakfast bap before teeing off for a 4-ball competition, with the top two scores counting.
✨️ What’s included:
▪️ Breakfast bap
▪️ Halfway refreshments
▪️ Two-course dinner
▪️ Prizes for the winning team and runners up
▪️ Nearest the Pin
▪️ Longest Drive
There will also be a raffle and auction on the day, with all money raised going directly to Hospice at Home Volunteers, helping provide support to clients and respite for carers.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️£45 per player for members of Dunstable Downs Golf Club
▪️£75 per player for non-members
To book your tee off time and register your team, please get in touch with Liz.
💚 ABOUT THE CHARITY
Hospice at Home Volunteers
Support to clients, respite for carers.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hhvchair@gmail.com
☎️ Phone: 07828 864440
📍 Location: Dunstable Downs Golf Club, Whipsnade Road, Dunstable, LU6 2NB
Sponsored by Beansprout
Numbers, Narrative, Nurture
EVENT DETAILS
This special event, sponsored by Beansprout Ltd, promises a brilliant day on the course with great food, friendly competition and fundraising for a wonderful local cause.
Starting from around 9am following the 8am event start, golfers can enjoy a breakfast bap before teeing off for a 4-ball competition, with the top two scores counting.
✨️ What’s included:
▪️ Breakfast bap
▪️ Halfway refreshments
▪️ Two-course dinner
▪️ Prizes for the winning team and runners up
▪️ Nearest the Pin
▪️ Longest Drive
There will also be a raffle and auction on the day, with all money raised going directly to Hospice at Home Volunteers, helping provide support to clients and respite for carers.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️£45 per player for members of Dunstable Downs Golf Club
▪️£75 per player for non-members
To book your tee off time and register your team, please get in touch with Liz.
💚 ABOUT THE CHARITY
Hospice at Home Volunteers
Support to clients, respite for carers.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hhvchair@gmail.com
☎️ Phone: 07828 864440
📍 Location: Dunstable Downs Golf Club, Whipsnade Road, Dunstable, LU6 2NB
Sponsored by Beansprout
Numbers, Narrative, Nurture
Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre - Old Warden Park
Friday 18 September 2026
Time: 09:00 - 17:00
🚂 The Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre returns to the beautiful Old Warden Park for a brilliant family day out in one of Bedfordshire’s most iconic settings.
Set against the backdrop of the Victorian Shuttleworth House, this much-loved event brings the sights, sounds and atmosphere of country life at the turn of the 20th century back to life.
Organised by the Bedford Steam Engine Preservation Society and attracting more than 15,000 visitors each year, it’s a fantastic chance to see steam in its heyday across the stunning 400-acre estate.
🌟 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Working steam demonstrations across the site
✨️ Vintage cars, lorries, tractors and military vehicles
✨️ Multiple arenas with parades, displays and daredevil shows
✨️ Kids’ activities and hands-on steam fun
✨️ Birds of prey and animal corner
✨️ Bars, beer garden and food court
✨️ Craft and specialist food marquees
✨️ Evening atmosphere with fairground lights and showman’s engines
🏛 INCLUDED WITH YOUR TICKET
Admission includes access to Shuttleworth House, the Air Museum / Aircraft Collection and the Swiss Gardens, making this superb value for a full day out.
🔥 EXTRA SPECIAL IN 2026
This year marks the Society’s 70th anniversary, while Shuttleworth House celebrates 150 years, so 2026 promises to be an especially memorable Fayre.
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY FUN
The Steam Apprentice Club will be attending across the weekend, giving youngsters the chance to get hands-on with real steam engines alongside trained and fully insured staff.
🌙 DON’T MISS THE EVENING ATMOSPHERE
As the sun sets, the vintage steam fair comes to life with bands in the entertainment tents, glowing fairground lights and a magnificent line-up of showman’s engines powering the rides. It’s an atmosphere you won’t want to miss.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on leads, although some restrictions apply due to livestock and site safety.
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
Friday (18 Sept)
▪️Adult: £17.84
▪️Child (Under 16): Free
Set against the backdrop of the Victorian Shuttleworth House, this much-loved event brings the sights, sounds and atmosphere of country life at the turn of the 20th century back to life.
Organised by the Bedford Steam Engine Preservation Society and attracting more than 15,000 visitors each year, it’s a fantastic chance to see steam in its heyday across the stunning 400-acre estate.
🌟 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Working steam demonstrations across the site
✨️ Vintage cars, lorries, tractors and military vehicles
✨️ Multiple arenas with parades, displays and daredevil shows
✨️ Kids’ activities and hands-on steam fun
✨️ Birds of prey and animal corner
✨️ Bars, beer garden and food court
✨️ Craft and specialist food marquees
✨️ Evening atmosphere with fairground lights and showman’s engines
🏛 INCLUDED WITH YOUR TICKET
Admission includes access to Shuttleworth House, the Air Museum / Aircraft Collection and the Swiss Gardens, making this superb value for a full day out.
🔥 EXTRA SPECIAL IN 2026
This year marks the Society’s 70th anniversary, while Shuttleworth House celebrates 150 years, so 2026 promises to be an especially memorable Fayre.
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY FUN
The Steam Apprentice Club will be attending across the weekend, giving youngsters the chance to get hands-on with real steam engines alongside trained and fully insured staff.
🌙 DON’T MISS THE EVENING ATMOSPHERE
As the sun sets, the vintage steam fair comes to life with bands in the entertainment tents, glowing fairground lights and a magnificent line-up of showman’s engines powering the rides. It’s an atmosphere you won’t want to miss.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on leads, although some restrictions apply due to livestock and site safety.
🎟 TICKET PRICES:
Friday (18 Sept)
▪️Adult: £17.84
▪️Child (Under 16): Free
Saturday (19 Sept)
▪️Adult: £20.99
▪️Child (Under 16): Free
▪️Adult: £20.99
▪️Child (Under 16): Free
Sunday (20 Sept)
▪️Adult: £20.99
▪️Child (Under 16): Free
▪️Adult: £20.99
▪️Child (Under 16): Free
Priority Parking: £5.25
🏕 CAMPING
Camping is also available in the heart of the parkland, with hot showers and toilet blocks on site. Show tickets are sold separately from camping bookings.
Henlow Eat Feast end of season 2026
Friday 18 September 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
🎊 Get ready to tantalize your taste buds at the final Henlow EAT Feast of the season, the ultimate street food extravaganza!
😋 WHAT TO EXPECT
Henlow will transform into a vibrant culinary hub, bringing together a mouthwatering array of international flavors from the best local food trucks and caterers. Whether you’re a fan of sizzling street tacos, gourmet burgers, or delectable vegan and veggie options, there’s something for everyone at this delicious celebration!
🎶 MUSIC
But it’s not just about the food - immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere filled with fantastic music and refreshing beverages. Grab a drink, enjoy the tunes, and soak in the vibrant community spirit as you connect with friends, family, and fellow food lovers.
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY FRIENDLY
Bring the little ones along, as this event is child-friendly. So why settle for a takeaway on the couch when you can indulge in a feast of flavors right in your hometown? Mark your calendars and prepare for a day of great food, great company, and unforgettable memories at the Henlow EAT Feast!
🛝 PLAY PARK
You will also find a play park on the grounds, great to entertain the children!
😋 WHAT TO EXPECT
Henlow will transform into a vibrant culinary hub, bringing together a mouthwatering array of international flavors from the best local food trucks and caterers. Whether you’re a fan of sizzling street tacos, gourmet burgers, or delectable vegan and veggie options, there’s something for everyone at this delicious celebration!
🎶 MUSIC
But it’s not just about the food - immerse yourself in a lively atmosphere filled with fantastic music and refreshing beverages. Grab a drink, enjoy the tunes, and soak in the vibrant community spirit as you connect with friends, family, and fellow food lovers.
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY FRIENDLY
Bring the little ones along, as this event is child-friendly. So why settle for a takeaway on the couch when you can indulge in a feast of flavors right in your hometown? Mark your calendars and prepare for a day of great food, great company, and unforgettable memories at the Henlow EAT Feast!
🛝 PLAY PARK
You will also find a play park on the grounds, great to entertain the children!
🛍 Stony Stratford’s Big Market Day - September 2026
Saturday 19 September 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🛍 Join the second annual Big Market Day where all the markets across Stony combine for one amazing day of shopping across the town. Saturday 19th September 2026 in Stony Stratford!
✨ WHAT TO EXPECT
Whether you’re hunting for unique gifts, treating yourself to something special, or simply fancy a lovely day out browsing local stalls, this community market day promises plenty to explore in the heart of town.
Big Market Day brings together the different markets across Stony for one special shopping event, creating a brilliant chance to discover a wide variety of local makers, traders and artisan stalls all in one place.
Expect a friendly atmosphere, lots of independent businesses, and plenty of inspiration if you’re looking for handmade items, local products or one-of-a-kind finds.
🗺 MARKET LOCATIONS
📍 Timor Court, High Street
⏰ 7:30am – 2pm
📍 The Bull Yard, High Street
⏰ 9am – 2pm
📍 The Cock Hotel, High Street
⏰ 10am – 4pm
📍 Parish Hall, High Street / St Mary & St Giles Church
⏰ 10am – 2pm
📍 York House, London Road
⏰ 10am – 4pm
📍 Swinfen Harris Church Hall, London Road
⏰ 10:30am – 3pm
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
Free entry - just turn up and enjoy!
✨ WHAT TO EXPECT
Whether you’re hunting for unique gifts, treating yourself to something special, or simply fancy a lovely day out browsing local stalls, this community market day promises plenty to explore in the heart of town.
Big Market Day brings together the different markets across Stony for one special shopping event, creating a brilliant chance to discover a wide variety of local makers, traders and artisan stalls all in one place.
Expect a friendly atmosphere, lots of independent businesses, and plenty of inspiration if you’re looking for handmade items, local products or one-of-a-kind finds.
🗺 MARKET LOCATIONS
📍 Timor Court, High Street
⏰ 7:30am – 2pm
📍 The Bull Yard, High Street
⏰ 9am – 2pm
📍 The Cock Hotel, High Street
⏰ 10am – 4pm
📍 Parish Hall, High Street / St Mary & St Giles Church
⏰ 10am – 2pm
📍 York House, London Road
⏰ 10am – 4pm
📍 Swinfen Harris Church Hall, London Road
⏰ 10:30am – 3pm
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
Free entry - just turn up and enjoy!
👒 Shefford Scarecrow Festival 2026
Saturday 19 September 2026
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
🌾 Join us for the 7th year of Shefford’s Scarecrow Festival on Saturday 19th September 2026 from 10am!
🗓 2026 DATE & TIME
▪️ Saturday 19th September
▪️ Sunday 20th September
▪️ 10am - 6pm
🎉 EVENT DETAILS
Get ready for a brilliant community day out in Shefford as the town fills with creative, quirky and characterful scarecrows for everyone to enjoy. From classic countryside creations to clever themed displays, this much-loved Bedfordshire festival is a great excuse to explore the town and see what amazing ideas local residents, groups and businesses come up with this year.
Expect a fun scarecrow trail around Shefford, perfect for families, friends and anyone who loves a community event with plenty of local charm. Whether you’re taking part or simply following the trail, it’s a lovely way to spend a few hours discovering all the fantastic handmade entries.
📍 TRAIL MAPS
Maps will be available from Shefford Country Properties.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: sheffordscarecrows@gmail.com
🗓 2026 DATE & TIME
▪️ Saturday 19th September
▪️ Sunday 20th September
▪️ 10am - 6pm
🎉 EVENT DETAILS
Get ready for a brilliant community day out in Shefford as the town fills with creative, quirky and characterful scarecrows for everyone to enjoy. From classic countryside creations to clever themed displays, this much-loved Bedfordshire festival is a great excuse to explore the town and see what amazing ideas local residents, groups and businesses come up with this year.
Expect a fun scarecrow trail around Shefford, perfect for families, friends and anyone who loves a community event with plenty of local charm. Whether you’re taking part or simply following the trail, it’s a lovely way to spend a few hours discovering all the fantastic handmade entries.
📍 TRAIL MAPS
Maps will be available from Shefford Country Properties.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: sheffordscarecrows@gmail.com
🛡 Heritage Day, Medieval Festival 2026 - Houghton Hall Park
Saturday 19 September 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🛡 Join us on Saturday 19 September 2026 at Houghton Hall Park, 10am - 3pm for a free day of history, culture, and discovery as we bring the past to life and celebrate our local community's heritage.
EVENT DETAILS
As part of England’s largest festival of history and culture, Houghton Hall Park will open its doors for a fascinating journey through the past – with plenty to see and experience along the way.
⚔️ Watch History Come to Life!
One of this year’s highlights will be our Viking and Saxon Battle Re-enactment, where you can step back in time and witness a dramatic clash between Vikings and Saxons.
Experience the sights and sounds of a rebellion brought to life, with warriors, historic characters and an action-packed re-enactment showcasing what life and conflict could have been like centuries ago.
Discover More of Our Heritage
Throughout the day, visitors can also:
🏛️ Join guided heritage walks– uncover the stories and history of Houghton Hall Park.
🎭 Explore historical re-enactments and displays – meet characters from the past and see history brought to life.
🛠️ Watch traditional craft demonstrations – discover the skills and techniques of times gone by.
📖 Uncover hidden stories – learn about the people, places and events that have helped shape our community.
✅️ FREE – everyone is welcome!
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a local resident, or simply looking for an exciting day out with the family, there’s something for everyone.
Come along, step back in time and experience history like never before!
EVENT DETAILS
As part of England’s largest festival of history and culture, Houghton Hall Park will open its doors for a fascinating journey through the past – with plenty to see and experience along the way.
⚔️ Watch History Come to Life!
One of this year’s highlights will be our Viking and Saxon Battle Re-enactment, where you can step back in time and witness a dramatic clash between Vikings and Saxons.
Experience the sights and sounds of a rebellion brought to life, with warriors, historic characters and an action-packed re-enactment showcasing what life and conflict could have been like centuries ago.
Discover More of Our Heritage
Throughout the day, visitors can also:
🏛️ Join guided heritage walks– uncover the stories and history of Houghton Hall Park.
🎭 Explore historical re-enactments and displays – meet characters from the past and see history brought to life.
🛠️ Watch traditional craft demonstrations – discover the skills and techniques of times gone by.
📖 Uncover hidden stories – learn about the people, places and events that have helped shape our community.
✅️ FREE – everyone is welcome!
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a local resident, or simply looking for an exciting day out with the family, there’s something for everyone.
Come along, step back in time and experience history like never before!
Shefford Garage Sale Trail 2026 - Starting at Country Properties
Sunday 20 September 2026
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
🛍 The annual Shefford Garage Sale Trail is back on Sunday 20th September 2026 - taking place on the final day of the Shefford Community Festival.
If you love a bargain, enjoy a good community event, or fancy a browse around Shefford’s sale spots, this is always a popular date for the diary.
🗓 DATE & TIME
▪️Sunday 20th September 2026
▪️From 11:00am
🗺 LOCATION
Shefford Road, Shefford, SG17 5LL
🎟 VISITORS
▪️Trail entry: Free
▪️Free trail sheets will be available from Country Properties during the week before the event and on the day
💛 SUPPORTING A LOCAL CAUSE
All registration money raised will be donated to a local cause or charity. Suggestions will be invited from the local community, and everyone taking part in the trail will be asked to vote for the winning cause.
👏 So far, an amazing £1,555 has been raised and donated from the previous 8 Shefford Garage Sale Trails - let’s make 2026 a bumper year!
🤝 THANK YOU
Once again, Country Properties will be supporting the event with registration forms and trail sheets - a huge thank you to Jamie and the team.
ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Each registrant takes part at their own risk and is responsible for ensuring that items sold are safe and legal, and that their premises are safe for visitors. The organiser accepts no responsibility.
If you love a bargain, enjoy a good community event, or fancy a browse around Shefford’s sale spots, this is always a popular date for the diary.
🗓 DATE & TIME
▪️Sunday 20th September 2026
▪️From 11:00am
🗺 LOCATION
Shefford Road, Shefford, SG17 5LL
🎟 VISITORS
▪️Trail entry: Free
▪️Free trail sheets will be available from Country Properties during the week before the event and on the day
💛 SUPPORTING A LOCAL CAUSE
All registration money raised will be donated to a local cause or charity. Suggestions will be invited from the local community, and everyone taking part in the trail will be asked to vote for the winning cause.
👏 So far, an amazing £1,555 has been raised and donated from the previous 8 Shefford Garage Sale Trails - let’s make 2026 a bumper year!
🤝 THANK YOU
Once again, Country Properties will be supporting the event with registration forms and trail sheets - a huge thank you to Jamie and the team.
ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Each registrant takes part at their own risk and is responsible for ensuring that items sold are safe and legal, and that their premises are safe for visitors. The organiser accepts no responsibility.
🏰 Hertford Castle Heritage Day 2026
Sunday 20 September 2026
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
🏰 Step back in time at Hertford Castle on Sunday 20 September 2026, 12–4pm as part of Heritage Open Days!
WHAT TO EXPECT
⚔️ Medieval encampments
🛡️ Viking battles
🦅 Falconry & archery
📖 Historical storytelling
🏰 Free entry to Hertford Castle
🎪 Food, drink, craft & charity stalls
Join us for a fantastic FREE day of history, heritage and family fun!
WHAT TO EXPECT
⚔️ Medieval encampments
🛡️ Viking battles
🦅 Falconry & archery
📖 Historical storytelling
🏰 Free entry to Hertford Castle
🎪 Food, drink, craft & charity stalls
Join us for a fantastic FREE day of history, heritage and family fun!
⚽️ Sundays Football Fun for Little Stars - Bedford
Sunday 20 September 2026
Time: 10:00 - 11:00
⚽️ Football Fun for Little Stars football sessions on Sundays at Bedford Park (Foster Hill Entrance, behind the Robinson Pool).
🧒 AGES: 4 - 8
At the moment the sessions are just aimed at Reception to year 3 children.
👋 ABOUT KEIRAN
Hi, I am Kieran Taylor, a DBS-Checked and Approved, British Psychological Society-Accredited (AMBPSS) Children's Wellbeing Practitioner.
👍 COST
▪️The first three sessions are FREE.
▪️Sunday Fun for Little Stars is £5 per child for 1 session for ages Reception to Year 3.
✍️ BOOKING FORM
ℹ️ BOOKING /CONTACT DETAILS INFO
☎️ Phone: 07583124342
📧 Email: Tsportsandwellbeing@gmail.com
📘 Facebook: Taylor Sports & Wellbeing
🧒 AGES: 4 - 8
At the moment the sessions are just aimed at Reception to year 3 children.
👋 ABOUT KEIRAN
Hi, I am Kieran Taylor, a DBS-Checked and Approved, British Psychological Society-Accredited (AMBPSS) Children's Wellbeing Practitioner.
👍 COST
▪️The first three sessions are FREE.
▪️Sunday Fun for Little Stars is £5 per child for 1 session for ages Reception to Year 3.
✍️ BOOKING FORM
ℹ️ BOOKING /CONTACT DETAILS INFO
☎️ Phone: 07583124342
📧 Email: Tsportsandwellbeing@gmail.com
📘 Facebook: Taylor Sports & Wellbeing
👒 Shefford Scarecrow Festival 2026
Sunday 20 September 2026
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
🌾 Join us for the 7th year of Shefford’s Scarecrow Festival on Saturday 19th September 2026 from 10am!
🗓 2026 DATE & TIME
▪️ Saturday 19th September
▪️ Sunday 20th September
▪️ 10am - 6pm
🎉 EVENT DETAILS
Get ready for a brilliant community day out in Shefford as the town fills with creative, quirky and characterful scarecrows for everyone to enjoy. From classic countryside creations to clever themed displays, this much-loved Bedfordshire festival is a great excuse to explore the town and see what amazing ideas local residents, groups and businesses come up with this year.
Expect a fun scarecrow trail around Shefford, perfect for families, friends and anyone who loves a community event with plenty of local charm. Whether you’re taking part or simply following the trail, it’s a lovely way to spend a few hours discovering all the fantastic handmade entries.
📍 TRAIL MAPS
Maps will be available from Shefford Country Properties.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: sheffordscarecrows@gmail.com
🗓 2026 DATE & TIME
▪️ Saturday 19th September
▪️ Sunday 20th September
▪️ 10am - 6pm
🎉 EVENT DETAILS
Get ready for a brilliant community day out in Shefford as the town fills with creative, quirky and characterful scarecrows for everyone to enjoy. From classic countryside creations to clever themed displays, this much-loved Bedfordshire festival is a great excuse to explore the town and see what amazing ideas local residents, groups and businesses come up with this year.
Expect a fun scarecrow trail around Shefford, perfect for families, friends and anyone who loves a community event with plenty of local charm. Whether you’re taking part or simply following the trail, it’s a lovely way to spend a few hours discovering all the fantastic handmade entries.
📍 TRAIL MAPS
Maps will be available from Shefford Country Properties.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: sheffordscarecrows@gmail.com
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Wednesday 23 September 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌺 From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2026, we open the doors of the Walled Garden, Luton and welcome visitors to our unique Capability Brown designed walled garden and its unique service buildings.
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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🚗 Blunham Classics Car Meet 2026
Thursday 24 September 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
🎥 Outdoor Cinema - Grease - Marston Moretaine
Saturday 26 September 2026
Time: 18:00 Price: £6.00
🎥 Outdoor Cinema event on Saturday 26th September 2026 showing Grease on the field behind Marston Moretaine Community Centre.
🕕 TIMES
▪️Food & drink from: 6pm
▪️Film starts: 7pm
❤️ We always try to keep prices low, but have had to pay out for a license to show this and are relying on people being honest in terms of buying a ticket at the 'gate' and not trying to sneak in. Bring blankets & chairs.
🍺 FOOD & DRINK
If you want to bring your own food or soft drink along, you're very welcome, but we will have hot and cold food available to buy as well as a bar.
WHAT ABOUT THE WEATHER?
We look forward to seeing you there - rain 🌧 or shine ☀️!
🎟 TICKET COST: £6 ON THE GATE
Just turn up!
🕕 TIMES
▪️Food & drink from: 6pm
▪️Film starts: 7pm
❤️ We always try to keep prices low, but have had to pay out for a license to show this and are relying on people being honest in terms of buying a ticket at the 'gate' and not trying to sneak in. Bring blankets & chairs.
🍺 FOOD & DRINK
If you want to bring your own food or soft drink along, you're very welcome, but we will have hot and cold food available to buy as well as a bar.
WHAT ABOUT THE WEATHER?
We look forward to seeing you there - rain 🌧 or shine ☀️!
🎟 TICKET COST: £6 ON THE GATE
Just turn up!
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Sunday 27 September 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🚂 Summerfields’ Miniature Railways system, is located in the open countryside near Haynes. The railways (there are three track systems at the Summerfields’ site) are a popular visitor destination for children and parents alike.
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
At Hammer Hill you will have the option of taking a ride on two more of our railways - The Springfield Line from platform 2 and The Winterfield Line from platform 3 - tickets for both are sold at Hammer Hill.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
At Hammer Hill you will have the option of taking a ride on two more of our railways - The Springfield Line from platform 2 and The Winterfield Line from platform 3 - tickets for both are sold at Hammer Hill.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
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⚙️ Stotfold Watermill Opening Day 2026 - Free Entry
Sunday 27 September 2026
Time: 12:30 - 17:00
⚙️ Free entry into Stotfold Mill. The Mill, Shop and Tea Room are open to the public only on the following dates. Flour and oats are milled on open days, water levels permitting.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 9th-10th May and 10th-11th October 2026.
📖 HISTORY
Nobody is certain of the exact date, but it is likely that a watermill has stood on the site of the current Stotfold Mill beside the River Ivel for over a thousand years and it is certainly one of the oldest recorded buildings in the town. The first written evidence is the mention of four mills in Stotfold in the Domesday book of 1086. One of those four was the currently-named Stotfold Mill.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 9th-10th May and 10th-11th October 2026.
📖 HISTORY
Nobody is certain of the exact date, but it is likely that a watermill has stood on the site of the current Stotfold Mill beside the River Ivel for over a thousand years and it is certainly one of the oldest recorded buildings in the town. The first written evidence is the mention of four mills in Stotfold in the Domesday book of 1086. One of those four was the currently-named Stotfold Mill.
ℹ️ FAQ'S: Click here
🕛 TIMES:
▪️Shop and Tea Room: 12:30 - 5:00pm
▪️Last orders for the Tea Room: 4.00pm
▪️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
▪️Car Park: from 10.00am to 7.00pm (or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
🗓 2026 FREE OPENING DAYS:
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 26th April
▪️Sunday 17th May
▪️Sunday 31st May
▪️Sunday 14th June
▪️Sunday 28th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Sunday 26th July
▪️Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd August
▪️Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th September
▪️Sunday 25th October
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
🕛 TIMES:
▪️Shop and Tea Room: 12:30 - 5:00pm
▪️Last orders for the Tea Room: 4.00pm
▪️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
▪️Car Park: from 10.00am to 7.00pm (or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
🗓 2026 FREE OPENING DAYS:
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 26th April
▪️Sunday 17th May
▪️Sunday 31st May
▪️Sunday 14th June
▪️Sunday 28th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Sunday 26th July
▪️Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd August
▪️Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th September
▪️Sunday 25th October
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
☎️ Phone: 01462 734541
⚽️ Sundays Football Fun for Little Stars - Bedford
Sunday 27 September 2026
Time: 10:00 - 11:00
⚽️ Football Fun for Little Stars football sessions on Sundays at Bedford Park (Foster Hill Entrance, behind the Robinson Pool).
🧒 AGES: 4 - 8
At the moment the sessions are just aimed at Reception to year 3 children.
👋 ABOUT KEIRAN
Hi, I am Kieran Taylor, a DBS-Checked and Approved, British Psychological Society-Accredited (AMBPSS) Children's Wellbeing Practitioner.
👍 COST
▪️The first three sessions are FREE.
▪️Sunday Fun for Little Stars is £5 per child for 1 session for ages Reception to Year 3.
✍️ BOOKING FORM
ℹ️ BOOKING /CONTACT DETAILS INFO
☎️ Phone: 07583124342
📧 Email: Tsportsandwellbeing@gmail.com
📘 Facebook: Taylor Sports & Wellbeing
🧒 AGES: 4 - 8
At the moment the sessions are just aimed at Reception to year 3 children.
👋 ABOUT KEIRAN
Hi, I am Kieran Taylor, a DBS-Checked and Approved, British Psychological Society-Accredited (AMBPSS) Children's Wellbeing Practitioner.
👍 COST
▪️The first three sessions are FREE.
▪️Sunday Fun for Little Stars is £5 per child for 1 session for ages Reception to Year 3.
✍️ BOOKING FORM
ℹ️ BOOKING /CONTACT DETAILS INFO
☎️ Phone: 07583124342
📧 Email: Tsportsandwellbeing@gmail.com
📘 Facebook: Taylor Sports & Wellbeing
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Wednesday 30 September 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌺 From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2026, we open the doors of the Walled Garden, Luton and welcome visitors to our unique Capability Brown designed walled garden and its unique service buildings.
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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