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🎊 Gravenhurst Gallop 2025


Time: 12:00

🎊 Our much-loved annual summer village festival is back—bigger, better, and bursting with community spirit for 2025! We're keeping our fingers crossed that the glorious weather will stick around!

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
It's a whole-day village celebration including a traditional fete with stalls, tombola, raffle and games, a parade, sports activities, competitions and live music, along with great food and drinks.

🌞 Classic vehicle parade and procession through village
🌞 Live music from local musician Luke White and singer Tasha Wolfe
🌞 Dance performance by the Studio of Performing Arts
🌞 Kids’ entertainment (including amazing balloon animals!) from Steve Dimmock
🌞 Official opening of the new playground by Blake Stephenson MP
🌞 Races (including the Gallop itself) and tug o’war
🌞 Great Gravenhurst Bake-Off baking competition judged by Jo from Disco-licious
🌞 Classic games and activities for all ages
🌞 Fun dog show (various categories) and other canine entertainment provided by Accolade Hounds
🌞 Craft stalls, tombola and raffle
🌞 BBQ and full bar until late

💃 STAY FOR THE EVENING
And if that’s not enough fun, the entertainment will continue into the evening with more music, food and drink - it’s a great opportunity to relax, socialise and maybe even have a bit of a boogie with other villagers. Bring friends and family too, there'll be plenty to do!

In partnership with Pippins & Bramleys Preschool & After-School Club and Friends of Gravenhurst School, and with the support of Gravenhurst Parish Council.

ℹ️ MORE INFORMATION
For more information to keep updated, click the event link below to take you to the Facebook page

🎊 Newport Pagnell Carnival 2025


Time: 12:00

🎊 Attracting thousands of people every year join us for two jam packed days of family fun, entertainment, fairground, food, live music and so much more at Newport Pagnell Carnival! What’s more, they do it whatever the weather!

🗓 SATURDAY 5TH JULY 2025
🎟 ENTRY:
The carnival parade is FREE to watch from the high street but there is a small charge to enter the main field on the Saturday.
▪️Adult: £2
▪️Concessions: £1
▪️Under 5’s: FREE!
Starting at 12:00 with streets lined with people cheering the parade of floats as they travel through the town and onto the Riverside Meadow where the Carnival will be in full swing.
🎊 The Carnival Parade (Saturday 12:00 only)
🏃‍♀️ Carnival 5k run (Saturday only)

🗓 SUNDAY 6TH JULY
🎟 ENTRY: FREE
Enjoy the cavalcade of vehicles as they drive through the town at 12:00 and onto the Riverside Meadow where the carnival will still be in full swing, where you can marvel at their beautiful bodywork along with a car boot sale.
🦆 Big 'Rubber' Duck River Race down the river (Sunday only)
🚘 Car Boot (Sunday only)

WHAT TO EXPECT ON BOTH DAYS
✨️
Live music
✨️Entertainment
✨️Performances
✨️Vintage & Modern Car Rally & Static Show
✨️Stalls
✨️Games
✨️Sweet Treats
✨️Tombola's
✨️Raffles for Adults and Kids
✨️Craft Items

🛍 STALLS
On the field you will find lots of stalls from charities, clubs, local and national businesses. Boasting a variety of games, sweet treats, tombola’s and raffles for adults and kids, along with some beautiful handmade items and those other niche bits that you didn’t even know you needed.

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❓️FACTS AND QUESTIONS CLICK HERE

ℹ️ WANT TO GET INVOLVED?
It is possible to apply to enter the 5k run, car boot and to exhibit your classic car as well as just provide a helping hand via the Newport Pagnall website accessed via our event link.

😋 Shefford EAT Feast 2025!

Saturday 05 July 2025

🎊 Get ready to tantalize your taste buds at the Shefford High Street EAT Feast, 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 Shefford EAT Feast!

🛝 PLAY PARK
You will also find a play park near to Shefford Library and the Morrisons, great for the kids!

📅 2025 SHEFFORD DATES
▪️
Saturday 29th March
▪️Saturday 31st May
▪️Saturday 5th July (in line with the Fun Day, time tbc)
▪️Saturday 27th September 

👸 Princess Afternoon Tea at The Rufus Centre, Flitwick - July 2025


Time: 15:30 - 17:30

Treat your little ones to a magical moment that is hard to forget at The Rufus  Centre in Flitwick.

🧁WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for a delightful afternoon tea, where the enchanting Princess Elsa will sparkle your day. Enjoy dancing, live singing, themed character games, and plenty of photo opportunities!

👑 TIME & SEATING INFORMATION
We start at 3:30 PM but please do not arrive more than 15 minutes early. Also, bare in mind our cosy booths (tables 1-4) are perfect for groups of four. You might share the space with another friendly group if your table isn't fully booked.

🫖 MENU
The menu can be seen on the website via the event link or in the pictures below.

🎟 TICKETS COST:
Tickets can be purchased via the event link.
▪️Adult: £26
(+ £1.00 fees)
▪️Child: £16
(+ £1.00 fees)

✨️ We can't wait to spend this special afternoon with you!

🎶 Chasing Tides - The Mulberry Bush, Kempston


Time: 20:30

🎶 Performing hits from all eras!
Enjoy a fun and energetic evening with us at The Mulberry Bush in Kempston as we put on a performance you won't forget!

👍 Free entry!

🎶 FisherFolk - The Wheatsheaf, Dunstable


Time: 20:30

🎶 Aye they're at it again! FisherFolk will be on Sat July 5th 2025 at the Wheatsheaf, Dunstable from 8:30pm

🎊 FREE Summer Sound Session 2025 at Caldecote Playing Field Pavillion, Biggleswade


Time: 15:00 - 23:00

🎊 Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon of music, food, and friends at the Summer Sound Session! This FREE event brings together DJ's and live music to create an unforgettable experience.

🎯 WHAT TO EXPECT

⭐️DJ's & Live Music.
⭐️BBQ
⭐️Pizza Van
⭐️Indian food van!
⭐️Fully Licensed bar.

🎶 MUSIC
With live music from DJ Franklin Mark Franklin
Nick Moyster Nick Moyster Acoustic
And the band corruption

😋 FOOD & DRINK
Dan's Van Apna Punjab
Thee Homespice and BBQ.
Sweet treats from The Bespoke Bakery
Fully licensed bar

🏰 FREE FOR KIDS
Free - Inflatable Zone for kids

🪑 WHAT TO BRING
Bring your blankets/chairs and friends for a great afternoon of music!

☎️ CONTACT DETAILS: 01767 600236

🇬🇧 Victory Day Celebrations 2025 - Biggleswade


Time: 14:00 - 18:00

🎊 Join us for an unforgettable Victory Day Celebration at Biggleswade Market Square on Saturday July 5th 2025! The day will mark the joint 80th anniversary of VE Day (8th May) and VJ day (15th August).

EVENT DETAILS
🎖  Free Entry!
🍔  Delicious Food & Refreshing Drinks
🎸  Live Music & Entertainment
🎲  Games
🎭 Punch & Judy Show
🏆  Shop Window Competition

👗 DRESS 1940'S
Everyone is welcome – and encouraged – to dress in 1940s fashion for a fun-filled day of nostalgia and community spirit!

🎊 Let's come together to honour and celebrate! Bring your friends and family for an amazing day of fun, unity, and remembrance. 

🤩 The Greatest Under 14s MUSICALS Disco - Milton Keynes


Time: 11:30 - 13:30 Price: £13.45

💃 Due to the amazing success of our last event, The Greatest MUSICALS Disco is BACK and this time we're putting one especially for children UNDER 14!!! (All children are to be accompanied by an adult).

🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
From Frozen, Moana, High School Musical, Wicked & Mama Mia to The Greatest Showman, Shrek, Aladdin and the Little Mermaid, the playlist is an unforgettable journey and experience through the greatest hits of all the musicals with a sensational mix of classic Disney tunes and movie sound-tracks.

🤩 PLUS The fun doesn't stop there, we also have lip sync competitions, prizes, optional fancy dress & audience props making it an ultimate interactive event of unforgettable fun!

Come and join us for an unforgettable day of the most amazing musical disco EVER!

🎟 TICKETS TO BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE
Carers and prewalking children are not required to purchase a ticket in order to attend the event.
▪️
Final Release Ticket for 1 Person: £13.45

🤸‍♂️ Adult Farm Night 2025 - Mead Open Farm


Time: 18:30 - 22:30

🥂 Let loose in our indoor play, take on your mates at mini golf and bounce around on our giant jumping pillows at Mead Open Farm in Leighton Buzzard.

🏎 ADVENTURES
Reach new heights with our thrilling Topsy Turvy climbing adventure or race in our go-karts. Zoom down Shaggy's Raceway & indoor play!

🐐 ANIMALS
Hand feed our adorable animals.

🔥 FOOD & MUSIC
Enjoy food from our award-winning restaurant, dance the night away to the sounds of summer, toast some marshmallows at the firepit and, of course, enjoy some drinks!*.

😋 A FOOD CHOICE INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET
▪️Bacon Cheeseburger (GFA)
▪️Moving Mountains Plant-Based Burger (V / VE)
▪️Halloumi Burger (V)
▪️Chicken Katsu Loaded Fries
▪️Frankfurter Hot Dog

Please note:
Menu is subject to change. If you have an allergens or dietary questions, please email events@meadopenfarm.co.uk

🗓 ADULT FARM NIGHT DATES FOR 2025
▪️
Saturday 21st June
▪️Saturday 28th June
▪️Saturday 5th July
▪️Saturday 12th July

🎟 TICKETS COST:
All included in your Adult Farm Nights ticket from just £26.95. For a group of 10 or more or members the ticket cost is from £23.95.

🎉 Carnival Day at The Dolphin Pub, Newport Pagnell


Time: 11:00

🎉 Carnival Day at The Dolphin Pub. Get ready for an unforgettable day of fun, live music, and charity support at The Dolphin Pub on Saturday 5th July 2025! FREE ENTRY!

Enjoy the carnival with the best views of the Carnival Floats, live music all day from 1pm until late, and Wild West DJ Karaoke taking us deep into the night!

It’s going to be a jam-packed day with drinks deals, a delicious hog roast, and live music to keep the party going.

🎯 WHAT TO EXPECT
🔸️
Newport Pagnall Carnival https://whatsupbeds.com/events/6402
🔸️
Carnival Floats
🔸️Live music all day until late
🔸️Food and drinks - Hog Roast and other tasty food
🔸️Wild West DJ Karaoke with DJ Pac

🎉 CHARITY SUPPORT
We're proud to be raising funds for our first 6 Charities of the Year: YMCA MK, MK ACT, Action Medical Research, The Mead Centre, 5 On It Foundation, and Willen Hospice. Let's make a difference together! 🙏

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🎧 30 years of garage all dayer at The White Swan, Dunstable


Time: 13:00 - 01:00

🎉 The white swan have always loved garage & this year it’s 30 years of garage music - so we must celebrate with a garden party - of course!

🎧 EVENT DETAILS
It will kick off from 1pm in the garden with our resident DJ Mr Saunders. Finishing at 1am.

🎊♿️ Thomley Accessival Festival 2025 (🏕 Camping available)


Time: 11:00 - 22:00

🎊 Thormley Accessible Festival for the Whole Community this July 2025! 
Highlights: Music • Beer • Food • Play 

🤩 FESTIVAL DESCRIPTION
Thomley’s festival brings the whole community together for an exciting day! Enjoy a variety of food stalls, alcohol stands, and live performances from local bands. 

🧒 Children and young people can explore fun activities, including: 
✨️ Bouncy castles  
✨️ Jumping pillow  
✨️ Archery  
✨️ Giant bubbles  

🏕 CAMPING - ACCESSIBLE
Book a pitch for the night before or the night of the festival. Friday Night, entertainment & food also available. Email to enquire about camping.

♿️ HOW ACCESSABLE IS THE FESTIVAL?
You can watch here.

🎟 TICKET INFORMATION
▪️£14 per adult
▪️£14 per child
▪️Free for under 1
▪️£50 for a family of 4

ℹ️ VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES 
Want to help out on the day?
Email: fundraising@thomley.org.uk 

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01844 338380
📧 Email: enquiries@thomley.org.uk 

🇬🇧 Veterans Breakfast - The North End Club in Bedford


Time: 10:30 - 12:00

🍳 Come and join other veterans and their adult family members and catch up over breakfast.

🗓 WHEN?
First Saturday of the month between 10:30am - 12:00pm.

💷 COST
£5.00 for a full English. Free Tea and Coffee.
No need to book, just come along.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: gill@vcn.org.uk
☎️ Phone: 07902632949

🍰 Saturday Coffee and Cake at All Saints' Church, Houghton Regis


Time: 10:00 - 14:00

☕️ Visit the Parish Church for Saturday coffee morning, serving homemade cakes and scones, and freshly brewed fairtrade tea and coffee… the perfect time to visit All Saints’ enjoying a cuppa and a chat.

🍰 £1 per item. Takeaway option available. 
Coffee and Tea supplied by Kingdom Coffee. 

🦙 Aplaca & Unicorn Adventure Date Night - Tring


Time: 17:30 - 19:00 Price: £49.00

🦙🥂 Looking for a date with a difference!
Well why not spend some time with our alpacas while enjoying a 'al fresco' paca picnic & prosecco.

🥂 WHAT TO EXPECT

A unique 90 minutes to get close and personal with the Alpaca's followed, by a delicious picnic basket with some fizz! - a perfect way to spend time in the company of these amazing animals.
​We guarantee you will fall in love with this unique memorable experience and leave with a big smile on your face.

ℹ️ FOR MORE INFORMATION & BOOKING
Phone and check the website out via the event link for booming details.
☎️ Phone: 07759 922135 

🚘 Graveley Farm Car Boot Sale 2025!


Time: 07:30

👍 Graveley Car Boot Sale on every Saturday untill October 2025, weather permitting. Please keep an eye on the Facebook page for any updates.

🚘 SELLERS
▪️ 7am sellers: £10 any vehicle

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

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS:
☎️ Phone: 07375 341305
📧 Email: graveleycarboot@gmail.com

🤔 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
The farm is free entry with pigs to see, a play area, sandpit and a cafe. Their are also paid activities for children to enjoy at a low cost such as;
(Keep an eye on the website for updates & price changes)

🤸‍♀️JUMPING PILLOWS
▪️£3 per hour

🏎 GO-KARTS
▪️£1.50 per go,
▪️£5 for five goes.

CRAZY GOLF
▪️£6 per adult
▪️£3 per child

🐕 DOGS
Well-behaved dogs are welcome, but you have to keep them on leads and out of the polytunnels.

CAFE
The cafe serves teas, coffees and light snacks and ice cream. They have a large children’s adventure play area including a zip wire and a haystack, and the play area is overlooked from the cafe so you can keep an eye on your little or not so little ones!

🍓 The Strawberry Café Opening times
▪️Monday to Friday open at 8am
▪️Saturday 7am (carboot day)
▪️Sunday 9am
▪️Breakfast served until 11.30

🫖 ⛴️ Special Afternoon Tea Cruise (Ages 16+) - Bedford


Time: 14:00 - 16:00 Price: £42.50

⛴️ EVENT DETAILS
We’ve commissioned a Special Afternoon Tea Cruise complete with vintage crockery from local caterer Crème Brew Lait leaving from the Priory Country Park in Bedford.

▪️Arrive: 1.45pm
▪️Duration: 2 hours
▪️Age: From 16+ years

🥃WHAT TO EXPECT
We’ll welcome you onboard with a glass of fruit juice, before settling down as cruise Bedford’s picturesque countryside along the river with our Special Afternoon Tea at your table.

🌳 Discover abundant wildlife and view the picturesque countryside from a whole new angle, looking out through large picture windows or standing out on the John Bunyan Bow.

Includes
⭐️
Food
⭐️Tea or coffee
⭐️Welcome drink
⭐️Round trip

Highlights
⭐️
Afternoon Tea from Crème Brew Lait
⭐️Treat yourself by adding a mini prosecco to your ticket (over 18's only)

🥂 ADD A GLASS OF PROSECCO: £4.50

🚫 Excludes
Additional food and drink (a drink can be added at an additional cost or purchased at the bar)

♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
A maximum of two wheelchairs are allowed on this cruise. If you cannot book a wheelchair ticket, they are fully booked- please select another date. Please do not book a standard ticket if you need to use a wheelchair.

ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
▪️ Bookings for this cruise close 72 hours before the start time.

▪️ Please arrive at your departure point 15 minutes before your cruise time. We have more than one departure point, please ensure you have noted the correct one on your ticket information and looked up directions.

▪️ All cruise times approximate, dependent on river conditions and time spent going through locks.

▪️ If the river is in flood, cruises will be re-routed or cancelled and alternative dates or refunds will be given. Please check the latest news before you leave.

▪️Passengers are not permitted to consume their own alcohol or food on board public cruises.

▪️Please ensure you select the correct dietary requirement for each member of your party where given the option. Other dietary requirements must be checked in advance.

▪️ Our public cruises are seated in tables of 4. If your party is an odd number or less than 4, you will be obliged to share a table with other passengers.

▪️ Full terms and conditions can be found on our website

📍DEPARTING INFORMATION
Departing from: Priory Marina at 2.00pm for a 2-hour cruise to Queens Bridge Kempston before returning back to Priory Marina.

The meeting place to join cruises from Priory Marina is John Bunyan Community Boat notice board just before the Marina gates.

🅿️ PARKING
Parking is available at Beefeater/ Premier Inn public car park (after turning off Barkers Lane at the Priory Country Park sign, turn immediate right follow the signs for Beefeater / Premier Inn Public Car Park). Park in the car park immediately in front of you behind the Premier Inn. John Bunyan Parking signed spaces near Premier.

♿️ Disabled passengers can be dropped off just outside the marina gates. Please do not drive into the marina or block access for residents.

🎫 BOOK TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK
▪️Adults 16+:
£40
▪️Adults with wheelchair: £40

☎️ Phone: 07861 620520

🗓 2025 EVENT DATES
▪️
Sunday 20th April
▪️Sunday 4th May
▪️Sunday 25th May
▪️Sunday 15th June
▪️Sunday 6th July
▪️Sunday 24th August
▪️Sunday 7th September 

💚 St Albans Vegan Market 2025

Sunday 06 July 2025

Time: 10:30 - 16:00

💚 The St Albans Vegan Market is back and we’re taking over St Peter's Street again! As usual, the event will bring together an incredible selection of vegan street food vendors, artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, local artists, environmental charities + loads more.

🗓 ST ALBANS VEGAN MARKET 2025 DATES:
▪️
Sunday 6th April
▪️Sunday 6th July
▪️Sunday 7th September
▪️Sunday 2nd November

Event Traders
If you would like to trade at this event, please head to the link below for all of the details: https://www.veganmarkets.co.uk/trading/st-albans

Mailing List
By joining our mailing list, you'll be the first to know about exciting news, upcoming events & more! To subscribe, head to the link and enter your details: https://www.veganmarkets.co.uk/mailing-list

Local businesses, charities & community groups
We offer a number of free pitches at each event to those who meet our community focus eligibility criteria. To find out more, head to the link: https://www.veganmarkets.co.uk/community-focus

💃🕺Swingsters Sunday Singing Socials with Nigel and Diane at Cotten End Village Hall, Bedford


Time: 18:00 - 20:00 Price: £5.00

💃 Join us for Swingsters Sunday Singing Socials. Sing along or dance to all your favourite tunes in a lively atmosphere.  There will be plenty of laughter and fun to go around. 

🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT

A relaxed and social evening with great music, a lovely spacious dance floor with plenty of room to let loose. 

🥂 BRING YOUR OWN FOOD & DRINKS
Bring your own drinks and nibbles, and relax with friends old and new. It's the perfect way to wrap up your weekend!

Don't miss out on this lively, feel-good event!  A great way to end your weekend with music, fun, and good company! See you on the dance floor.

🎟 ENTRY COST: £5 Cash on the door

🗓 SUNDAY 2025 DATES:

▪️2nd February 2025
▪️2nd March 2025
▪️6th April 2025
▪️1st June 2025
▪️6th July 2025
▪️7th September 2025
▪️5th October 2025
▪️2nd November 2025

CONTACT DETAILS:
Mike & Mel - Nigel & Diane - Swingsters Crew - ☎️ Phone: 07956 366 440