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🛍 Berkhamsted Artisan Market - 2026
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
From a canal-side walk, to a wander through the historic streets and Sunday lunch in one of our many pubs, cafes and restaurants. Come and spend the day and soak up the atmosphere.
🏰 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
An attraction to visit while you are there.
Berkhamsted Castle is an English Heritage site which is free to visit. The winter opening times are 10am - 4pm and Summer opening times are 10am - 6pm. Dogs on leads are welcome.
📍Location: Berkhamsted Castle, White Hill, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, HP4 1LJ
🗓 MARKET DATES FOR 2026
(Dates may change)
▪️Sunday June 14th
▪️Sunday July 12th
▪️Sunday August 9th
▪️Sunday September 13th
▪️Sunday October 11th
▪️Sunday November 8th
▪️Sunday December 13th
🛍️ Wolverton Street Market, June 2026
Time: 10:00 - 14:00
ℹ️ DETAILS
Running from 10am - 2pm, it’s a great way to shop small, support local and enjoy a relaxed Sunday browse. Wolverton Street Market is a bustling event celebrating independent businesses, local makers, delicious street food and drink vendors, plus organisations doing great things in the local community.
🛍 WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect a welcoming mix of stalls, local traders and foodie treats in the heart of Wolverton. Whether you're popping by for a wander, picking up something unique, or grabbing a bite to eat, this friendly street market is a lovely way to spend a few hours.
This Sunday you’ll find:
• Plant Bass'd • Really Good Sausages • Humble Unbakery • Green Machine • Better Dogs Records • Alfreds Fruit & Veg • Cheese on Towcest • The Herb Whisperer • Suds Skincare • Mango Plants • Harmony Rose • Community Orchard • The Wildlife Trust • The Old Bath House • Still Green Cohousing
🎤 Music: Music this month is by the wonderful Robyn Kitchen
🛍 WHAT ELSE?
In additon to the wonderful stalls on the square, Branch Out will be in the in The Shop on The Square, and Mr Beans, Orchard Chiropractic and Age UK will be open.
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
Interested in trading at this or future Wolverton Street Markets?
📧 Email: theshop@futurewolverton.org
🦆Castlethorpe Duck Race & Dog Show 2026 - Milton Keynes
Time: 13:00 - 17:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
It’s a fantastic family day out - food vendors, stalls of all types, funfair rides, crafty activities & of the course our famous Duck Race.
▪️1.00pm - Gates open and live music starts.
▪️2.00pm - Fun Dog show starts
▪️3.45pm - Cooperative Duck Race
▪️4.15pm - The main Duck Race, 1000 ducks are dropped into the river.
🐶 DOG SHOW - £2.50 PER ENTRY
▪️Registration from 1pm
▪️Show from 2pm
🎫 RACE TICKET COST
£2 per ticket or £10 per book of 5
📍WHERE TO BUY RACE TICKETS
▪️Castlethorpe Village Shop (cash or card)
▪️Butchers (cash only)
▪️Hanslope News Shop (cash only)
🗺 HOW TO GET THERE
📍Google Map link
📍What3words: signature.relax.yoga
📍Google Map Plus code: 35Q3+4V9 Milton Keynes
Find us in between The Navigation Inn, Thrupp Wharf and Shepperton Close, Castlethorpe. The entrance is just before/after the bridge which is closest to Castlethorpe.
🎉 Come along, bring the family (and the dog!), and enjoy a wonderful afternoon by the river in support of great local causes. Follow the Facebook page for more info.
🚘 Luton Festival of Transport 2026 - Stockwood Park
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
With a history spanning over 30 years, this much-loved Bedfordshire event continues to bring together an impressive display of stunning, stylish vehicles from vintage to modern.
Luton Someries Rotary Club has supported the Chiltern Vehicle Preservation Group in running the festival over recent years and has now proudly taken on the baton to keep this brilliant local tradition going.
🌟 WHAT TO EXPECT
friendly, family atmosphere in the lovely surroundings of Stockwood Discovery Centre
Whether you're a serious car enthusiast or simply looking for a relaxed family day out in Luton, this popular transport festival promises plenty to see throughout the day.
✨️A wide variety of classic and modern vehicles
✨️Beautiful displays including MGs, Minis and many more
✨️Charity and sales stalls
✨️Food and drink stands
🚗 EXHIBITOR INFORMATION
Exhibitors must register online by 10th June 2026 £10 per car. Register here.
☕️ WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
Why not make a day of it and stop by the cafe at Stockwood Discovery Centre?
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: jec.beds@outlook.com
📧 Email: The.LooseAlliance@gmail.com
🎶 St Neots Bands in the Park 2026
Time: 14:30 - 16:30
🧺 PICNICS
Pack a picnic, bring a chair, and join us for an afternoon of live music, sunshine, and community fun in the heart of St Neots.
☕️ CAFE
The event takes place near Ambiance Cafe, who kindly support Bands in the Park so there’ll be plenty of great food and drinks available while you sit back and enjoy the music.
ℹ️ Please note: Performances may be cancelled at short notice due to unsuitable weather conditions. Follow the Facebook page to keep updated.
🗓 2026 DATES:
- 14-Jun – The IMPS Ukulele Group
- 21-Jun – Sloop Groggy Dogs
- 28-Jun – Fynnius Fogg
- 12-Jul – St Neots Big Band
- 19-Jul – The Munroes
- 26-Jul – Rachel Hill
- 02-Aug – Orchard
- 09-Aug – Jazz the 2 of Us
- 16-Aug – DarkHorse
- 23-Aug – Somersham Town Band
- 30-Aug – Diamond Country Dance Club
- 06-Sep – Devil’s Mojo
- 13-Sep – Magenta Slipperz
- 20-Sep – The Freedom Jazz Orchestra
🎈Henry's Happiness Family FUNday - June 2026
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
The Henry Allen Trust are SUPER proud to be heading into their 12th year of Henry's FUNday and this year is going to be bigger and better than EVER!
FREE entry and lots of FREE activities to enjoy 😊
🅿️ PARKING - £5.00
Team Henry’s events committee are currently looking for:
🫶 Volunteers
🐶 Dog Show
🎪 Stall Holders
🤹🏽♂️ Entertainment
🎤 Local Singers
🕺 Dance Acts
👀 Performers
🧊 Bar
🪡 Craft Stalls
👉 Companies to Exhibit Services
🐞 Animal Encounters
For further information or to register your interest, please complete the following form. or email: events@thehenryallentrust.org.uk
❤️ Team Henry putting the FUN into FUNdraising. Help support your local children’s cancer charity and a forever 4 superhero’s last wish 💫
Let’s do this! Xxx
🎷 Music In The Park 2026 - Leighton Buzzard
Time: 15:00 - 17:00
🎶 EVENT DETAILS
Join us at Parson’s Close Recreation Ground for a season of free outdoor concerts, running from June to September 2026. Taking place on Sunday afternoons at 3pm, these performances showcase a vibrant mix of brass, silver, jazz and popular bands—there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Whether you’re catching up with friends, spending time with family, or simply relaxing in the sunshine, it’s the perfect way to enjoy live music in a beautiful park setting.
💦 FACILITIES
Bring along a picnic or grab refreshments from the on-site café, and make use of the park’s facilities, including accessible toilets and a Changing Places unit located near the Splash ‘n’ Play area.
🌼 Free entry – no booking required. Just turn up, sit back, and enjoy the music!
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🇺🇲 🇬🇧 306th Bombardment Group Museum - Thurleigh, Bedfordshire
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
ℹ️ ABOUT THE MUSEUM
The Museum is a memorial dedicated to the personnel of the 306th Bomb Group who operated from Thurleigh during WW2, as part of the Eighth Air Force 40th Combat Wing, 1st Air Division.
The Museum is an original building formally used by the 306th BG as a Small Arms Ammunition store.
We use it today to display artefacts to re-create the activities and atmosphere of the airfield and surrounding areas during the war years, as well as honour all those that lost their lives.
🙏DONATIONS ARE GREATFULLY RECEIVED...
To help support the running of the home of the 306th BG, Museum in Thurleigh you are welcome to donate here.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
⚙️ Stotfold Watermill Opening Day 2026 - Free Entry
Time: 12:30 - 17:00
🌳 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.
🕛 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
📖 Ashwell Village Museum - Hertfordshire
Time: 14:30 - 17:00
🗓 OPENING TIMES
We are open from 2.30pm to 5.00pm on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays and at other times by appointment.
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
At present entrance is free but we rely upon donations from visitors to keep the museum open and suggest at least £2.50 per adult.
👨👩👧👦 GROUP VISITS
Parties and special visits can be arranged at any mutually convenient time. Groups of any size or age can be accommodated at a time to suit you by prior arrangement. Group visits can include a guided walk around the village. The cost for a combined walk and museum visit is £6.00 per person.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
For further information ring 01462 742 956.
e-mail : enquiries@ashwellmuseum.org.uk
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👑 Aragon Day Festival 2026 - Ampthill Great Park
Time: 11:00
🕚 The Grand Procession - 11am
📍Location: Assemble East End of the Ridge Path (up from the Coffee Lodge)
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️With Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon in Tudor costume and Tudor Courtiers
▪️Led by the Lord Lieutenant and the High Sheriff of Bedfordshire, Ampthill Town Mayor & Lady Mayoress, the Rector and MP Blake Stephenson
▪️Golden Hare Morris Dancers dancing ahead
▪️Progressing across the ridge path, stopping by Katherine’s Cross to offer prayers to Katherine then continuing down to the Festival area
🕛 Introduced by Robert Daws - 12pm
📍Location: West Car Park to Cricket Ground
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️Tudor related stalls and activities : meet two Apothecaries for period cures, explore Jane’s historical kitchen, the Tipsy Bee, and encounter Aarken Monata (coin stamper) and the Musketeer!
▪️Music and Merriment : Live musicians, and craft activities to keep the children amused.
▪️Archaeological Discovery: Join Bryan Bland (Ampthill’s Ghost Walker) for a guided walk to the active dig site. A rare chance to see the history of Ampthill being unearthed!
✅️ FREE
✅️ NO NEED TO BOOK
✅️ REFRESHMENTS
✅️ TOILETS
🎉 Milton Keynes Museum Family Fun Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:30
😃 100% FREE – no booking needed!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect a jam-packed day of fun and entertainment for all ages, including:
🎈 Activities: Black Sheep CIC (Circus Work Shops), MK Makers (Stencils & Painting Workshops), Arts for Health - Milton Keynes (Art Workshops), Little Hooves, Big Memories (Miniature Ponies), Face painting by Agin, SalsaRica MK, Asian Community Radio and Milton Keynes Play Association (MKPA) (Giant Bounce Blast & Games)
🎶 Live music from midday at the bandstand, featuring:
Wolverton Town Band, Doctor Moonshine Wedding & Party Band, and Twisted Echo
🍔 Food & drink:
Delicious food stalls from Willie's Garden Kitchen, Bespoke Burgers and the Milton Keynes Museum beer tent and Ice-creams.
🛍 Stalls:
Stall including RSPB, Gift Guru, The Lucky Dip Stall (for Breast Cancer), Explore Learning, Milton Keynes Hospital Charity and World Comic Federation
🏛️ Full access to the museum – completely free!
Bring your family, bring your friends, and let’s celebrate our amazing community together. We can’t wait to see you there!
🐶 DOG INFORMATION
We welcome small dogs inside the Museum buildings (except the Granary Tea Room) but they must be carried. All guide and assisted dogs are always welcome. Larger dogs can be walked in the grounds but must be kept on leads. Of course, owners are expected to clear up after their dogs.
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🎠 Horton Steam Fair 2026 - Boxmoor Common, Hemel Hempstead
Time: 12:00 - 20:00
Join us on 12th - 14th and 19th - 21st June 2026 at Boxmoor Common to experience the magic of a traditional British funfair with stunning restored vintage rides and sidestalls dating from the 1900s to the 1960s.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday 12th June: 4pm – 10pm
▪️Saturday 13th June: 12pm – 10pm
▪️Sunday 14th June: 12pm – 8pm
▪️Friday 19th June: 4pm – 10pm
▪️Saturday 20th June: 12pm – 10pm
▪️Sunday 21st June: 12pm – 8pm
🎆 FIREWORKS
Plus, on Saturday 13th and Saturday 20th June 2026 we’re also hosting a free firework display after dusk!
🎠 EVENT DETAILS
It’s free entry every day, just pay for the rides you need. A lovely day and evening out for all generations of the family to enjoy together.
PLUS, SAVE! Get free rides when you book a ride token bundle online and collect at the fair! Only available in advance from our website.
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🏛 Free Guided Tour at Bradwell Abbey 2026
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
The tour lasts around 45 minutes and finishes in the chapel, where you can marvel at the nationally important wall paintings and there will be time to look around at your own leisure.
This is a FREE, family-friendly event so why not join us!
🕚 START TIME- 11am
Meet in the car park by the Ever Seeing Eye sculpture. What Three Words:
📍WHAT3WORDS
https://what3words.com/flies.trembles.observes
🎲 Community Games - Flitwick Library
Time: 11:00
Community Games is a new free session at Flitwick and Leighton Buzzard Libraries that is led by a member of staff and is a chance to socialise over a cuppa and a simple fun board game.
No special skills are required and there will always be someone on show you what to do and to have a chat with. Free entry, no booking required.
🗓 DATE & LOCATIONS
Session start on Tuesday 16 June 2026, drop into Flitwick Library from 11am and Leighton Buzzard Library from 2pm.
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⛪️ Free Entry - De Grey Mausoleum Opening Day, 2026 - Flitton
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
🅿️ Parking: There is no car park at the church but there is limited on-street parking available on surrounding streets.
🚫 Facilities: There are no facilities at the church but there is a pub in the village and more options in either Flitwick or Ampthill.
🚁 Drone flying: Please see our Drone guidance
ℹ️ WHAT ELSE YOU NEED TO KNOW
The Mausoleum has uneven surfaces this may not be suitable for wheelchairs. No dogs are allowed inside. Free entry, no booking required.
🚶♂️A WALK NEAR BY...
If you would like to extend your day with a walk check out Whatsup Bedfordshire Facebook Post.
🗓 2026 OPENING DAYS
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 3rd May
▪️Sunday 7th June
▪️Wednesday 15th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Wednesday 15th July
▪️Sunday 2nd August
▪️Wednesday 19th August
▪️Sunday 6th September
🏍 Wednesday Bike Night - Amici Coffee, Sandy
Time: 18:00 - 21:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
Held at Alicia's Coffee, Girtford Bridge, Sandy, popular midweek bike meets bring together bikes, burgers, coffee and a great crowd from 6pm to 9pm. Whether you’re riding in, meeting mates, or just fancy soaking up the atmosphere, everyone is welcome.
🔥 WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️ Theme nights throughout the season
▪️ BBQ favourites and a dedicated biker menu
▪️ Burgers, coffee and more from Amici Coffee
▪️ A casual, friendly atmosphere for riders and visitors alike
🅿️ PARKING
Additional parking is available next door at the car wash, making it even easier to pop along and join the meet.
✅ GOOD TO KNOW
Amici’s bike nights are known for their welcoming vibe and lively turnout. It’s a relaxed evening for the biking community, with a clear expectation that everyone behaves respectfully — no antisocial behaviour.
So if you’re looking for a Bedfordshire bike meet with good food, good coffee and plenty of bikes to admire, Amici in Sandy is well worth adding to your Wednesday night plans.
🚘 🏍 Classics at The Compasses, Greenfield - 2026
Time: 18:00
🌐 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
👶 Free Stay & Play For babies and Toddlers in Wilstead
Time: 13:30 - 15:15
💖 FREE!
It’s open to anyone and free to attend. Mums and other carers from Wilstead and the surrounding area come along for their children to play while they enjoy the company over a tea or coffee.
We offer a range of toys and activities, including:
⭐️Ride-ons, slide and playhouse
⭐️Jigsaws, garage and vehicles
⭐️Painting and craft activities
❓️WHAT ELSE DO WE DO?
We also run coffee mornings once or twice a term, and an annual summer picnic.
✅️ KEEP UPDATED
To keep updated follow the Facebook page incase of any cancellations.
☎️ 01234 589563
🚂 Ridgmont Station Heritage Centre
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
😍 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us this week from Wednesday to Saturday, 11am to 4pm. Tea/coffee and homemade cakes and scones will be available, as well as cheese scones and savoury cream tea.
Looking for a present for the train lover in your life? Our Ridgmont Station gift shop is full of delightful, railway-themed products - calendars, cups, books and more! Pay a visit to Ridgmont and see if there's something that could brighten your loved one's day.
🌳 WALKS NEARBY
Enjoy the great outdoors with your family! We're fortunate to have some fantastic walking and cycling routes nearby. Check out three of our favourites on our website. After your adventure, swing by for refreshments (Wednesday to Saturday) from our fantastic volunteers!
🎟 DISCOUNT INFORMATION TRAIN TRAVEL
Railcard holders travel for a third off and Bedfordshire Bus Pass discounts travel for half price travel after 10:00 on weekdays and all day on Saturday & Bank Holidays.
❗️PLEASE NOTE - CHECK BEFORE VISITING
Please note it is not always possible to open the Museum at all advertised times due to a shortage of volunteers. Please call:
01525 287121 in advance if you are making a special journey for the Museum.
ℹ️ VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
If you would like further details of volunteering opportunities please phone or email us
☎️ Phone: 01234 832645
📧 Email: heritagecentre@bedsrcc.org.uk
