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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 May 10th
▪️Sunday June 14th
▪️Sunday July 12th
▪️Sunday August 9th
▪️Sunday September 13th
▪️Sunday October 11th
▪️Sunday November 8th
▪️Sunday December 13th
🚘 Stoke Golden Classics 2026 - Stoke Goldington Village Hall
Time: 09:30
🗓 DATE & TIME
▪️Sunday 10th May 2026
▪️Display vehicles can arrive from 9.30am.
▪️Open to the public from 12pm.
🚗 WANT TO DISPLAY YOUR CAR?
There’s no need to book this year for display vehicles - it’s simply first come, first served, so arrive early to secure your place.
🤩 EVENT DETAILS
Widely regarded as a highlight of the local calendar, this much-loved Bedfordshire classic car show has been growing year after year, drawing in enthusiasts, families and visitors from across the area. With over 260 beautiful classic cars displayed in previous years, it’s always a brilliant day out with plenty to see.
The Stokes Golden Classics Car Show is a wonderful celebration of classic motoring and village spirit, whether you’re bringing along your pride and joy or just heading over to admire the lineup.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ A fantastic display of classic cars
✨️ Awards for the best-looking vehicles
✨️ Amazing BBQ and bar run by the Village Hall committee
✨️ Craft stalls in the hall
✨️ Additional stalls adding to the festive atmosphere
✨️ A great family-friendly day out in the heart of the community
🅿️ PUBLIC PARKING INFORMATION
Public car parking will be sign posted and a small donation to Willen Hospice would be amazing.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES / CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Mike.Dancy1690@gmail.com
🖍 Sunday Crafternoons 2026 (under 12) - The Higgins, Bedford
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️Sunday 12 April
▪️Sunday 10 May
▪️Sunday 28 June
▪️Sunday 27 September
🖍 Free Drop-In, no need to book, 2-4pm
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY: Click here
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 718618
☎️ Box Office: 01234 718044
🛍 Cottered Makers & Bakers Farmers & Craft Market - Cottered village hall
Time: 10:00 - 14:00
If you enjoy browsing handmade goods, meeting local makers and picking up delicious treats along the way, this is a wonderful way to spend a Sunday morning.
✨ WHAT YOU’LL FIND
Expect a relaxed village market atmosphere with plenty to explore, including:
▪️ A cosy café where you can pause for coffee and local treats
▪️ Indoor and outdoor stalls filled with creativity
▪️ A beautiful village park just steps away, ideal for families
🛍️ LOCAL MAKERS & BAKERS
With more than 35 talented artisan stallholders from Hertfordshire and the surrounding borders, Cottered Makers & Bakers Farmers & Craft Market is a brilliant celebration of small businesses, craftsmanship and community spirit. From handmade gifts and crafts to foodie finds and seasonal goodies, there’s plenty to tempt you as you wander around the stalls.
Whether you’re looking for something unique, hoping to support independent traders, or simply fancy a relaxed local day out, this friendly monthly market offers something for everyone.
📅 GOOD TO KNOW
Join the market once a month in Cottered and enjoy a welcoming community event that brings together local makers, bakers and shoppers in a lovely village setting.
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
🇺🇲 🇬🇧 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
🏍 The Annual Pit Stop 2026 - The Crown, Willington
Time: 11:00
ℹ️ DETAILS
with bikes arriving from approx. 11am. The sun is usually out, and it's always worth a visit to see these, in some cases unique, machines!
☕️ FOOD & DRINK
Bar open, tea, coffee and refreshments, as well as Sunday lunches.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
🌐 Website: The Crown, Willington
☎️ Phone: 01234 831024
🎠 Sandy Family Fun Fair - May 2026
Time: 14:00 - 19:00
🗓 2026 OPENING
▪️Thursday 7th May: 5pm - 8.30pm/9pm
▪️Friday 8th May: 5pm - 8.30pm/9pm
▪️Saturday 9th May: 2pm - 8.30pm/9pm
▪️Sunday 10th: 2pm - 7pm ish
🤑 HAPPY HOUR
Happy hour is reduced prices for the first hour of opening each day
🔥 Happy hour prices (first hour)
▪️Large rides £2
▪️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)
🌎 World Food Festival 2026 - Welwyn Garden Town Centre
Time: 11:00 - 18:00
Organised by the Welwyn Garden City BID, this popular 2-day festival brings together award-winning food traders, world street food, live performances and plenty to keep all ages entertained.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 9th May: 11am - 6pm
▪️Sunday 10th May: 11am - 6pm
😋 WHAT TO EXPECT
Prepare for a mouth-watering journey around the world with cuisines from across the globe. From Iraq/Persia, Venezuela, Japan, Korea, Greece, Thailand, Jamaica, Mexico, Spain, Italy and beyond, there’s something for every craving. Expect everything from sizzling stir-fries and gourmet burgers to paella, pizza, crepes, churros, dumplings, waffles, sweet treats and plant-based soul food.
🍹 FOOD & DRINK TRADERS
Confirmed names include Amani Kitchen, Chicken George, Avila London, Churros Boyz, Craft & Cleaver, El Asado, So Solid Sando, La Pitta Catering, Momo Nepalese Street Food, Maya Street Food, Punjabi Shack, The Jerk Hub, The Noodle & Dumpling Bar, Mama Mexican, Papa Paella, Yom and many more. Plus Banquet Inn Bars will be serving cold beers, prosecco, gin, spirits and mixers.
🎶 WORLD MUSIC & ENTERTAINMENT
The World Music Stage will be packed with music and dance performances hosted by DJ Castro Afro, bringing feel-good sounds from Brazilian boogie funk and Colombian cumbia to salsa, Arabic disco and West African Afrobeats. You can also enjoy live music, street entertainment, cooking demonstrations and competitions throughout the day.
👨👩👧👦 KIDS FUN ZONE
Families are well catered for with a Children’s Fun Zone outside The Howard Centre, featuring rides and attractions including a Ferris Wheel, trampolines, samba balloons, inflatable bumper cars, toxic wipe out and an inflatable slide.
So instead of staying in, head to Welwyn Garden City for a brilliant weekend of global flavours, community vibes and festival fun.
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
🗓 Saturday 9th May
Ample paid parking is available at:
▪️The Howard Centre
▪️Hunters Bridge
▪️Sainsbury’s
▪️Campus West
🗓 Sunday 10th May
Enjoy FREE parking in all Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council car parks, including:
▪️Hunters Bridge
▪️Campus West
▪️Cherry Tree
▪️Campus East (Upper & Lower)
🎟️ FREE ENTRY!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01707 497930
📧 Email: bid@welwyngarden.co.uk
🚣♂️ Free Dragon Boat Session - Secklow Hundred Boat Club
Time: 08:45 - 11:15
ℹ️ DETAILS
✅️ Ages 11+
✅️ No experience necessary
✅️ Equipment provided
ℹ️ HOW TO BOOK
📧 Email: hello@secklow.com
📘 Facebook: Secklow Hundred
💜 Mind, Body & Spirit Fair - The Olde Watermill Shopping Village
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
EVENT DETAILS
Come along for a magical day of spiritual shopping, good vibes and amazing local stalls.
🔮 Psychic Readings
💎 Crystals
✨ Crystal Jewellery
🌿 Wellness & Holistic Stalls
🛍️ 30 amazing stalls
🦉 Featuring Boo Hoo Owl Sanctuary
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🚣♀️ Berkhamsted Floating Market - May 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️Saturday 9th May: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 10th May: 10am - 5pm
✨ DISCOVER SOMETHING SPECIAL
Browse a wonderful line-up of narrowboats and widebeams selling hand-crafted treasures and one-off finds, including:
💎 Mystic & Magic – crystals and spiritual goodies
🎨 Artisan Goods – quirky artwork and handmade creations
🎁 Unique Gifts – canal-side crafts and unusual treats
😋 Culinary Delights – tasty bites to enjoy as you wander
🏰 AN IDEA FOR SOMETHING ELSE TO DO
An attraction to visit while you are there.
Berkhamsted Castle is an English Heritage site which is free to visit. The Summer opening times are 10am - 6pm everyday. Dogs on leads are welcome.
🅿️ LOCAL TIP
The market is conveniently located near Waitrose, making it easy to park nearby and head straight to the towpath for a lovely afternoon by the water.
📍 WHERE?
▪️ Location: Grand Union Canal Towpath, opposite Waitrose, between Lock 52 & 53
▪️ Postcode: HP4 1HS
▪️ What3Words: ///Gent.Handrail.Birthing
🎡 Kempston Funfair - May 2026
Time: 13:00 - 21:00
Thrills Rides - Family Rides - Kids Rides!
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
✅ Saturday 9th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 10th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
🔥 Monday 11th May: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
🔥 Friday 15th May: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Saturday 16th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 17th May: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
DISCOUNT DAYS - 2 TOKENS PER RIDE
⭐️ Monday 11th May 2026
⭐️ Friday 15th May 2026
🎟 TOKEN COST
Tokens can be purchased on arrival, cash or Card accepted!
▪️1 Token = £1.20
▪️10 Tokens = £10.00
RIDE LIST
👹 Daredevil
🚀 JetFire
🔥 InFerno
🚗 Dodgems
🌪️ Twister
⚡️Waltzer
🇺🇸 Alcatraz
🚂 Runaway Train
🚖 City Cars
🛞 Race O Rama
🚒 Monster Trucks
🌈 Play Centre
🏎️ BumperCarz
🔴 Bungees
🌊 Waze Swinger
🛝 Mega Slide
🎰 Games Stalls
🐤 Hook A Duck...& LOADS MORE!
🇬🇧 Luton 150 VE Day Celebration 2026 - Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎶 A vintage singer
🫶 Face painting and arts & crafts
👉 Information around Luton’s contribution to the war effort
Vauxhall's amazing Vauxhall exhibition will also be on from 10am to 4pm, so make sure to pop by!
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✏️ “Drink ‘n’ Draw” Club - The Prince Of Wales, Ampthill
Time: 19:00 - 21:30 Price: £0.00
▪️AGES: 18+
Whether you love sketching, painting, crochet, stitching or simply fancy a relaxed evening around other creative people, this friendly weekly club is a lovely way to unwind, make something and meet like-minded locals in Bedfordshire.
🫶 ABOUT THE CLUB
This is a free, welcoming creative meet-up where all kinds of makers are invited to join in. There’s no formal class and no pressure – just bring your own art equipment, find a space, grab a drink or some food from the bar if you’d like, and enjoy a sociable evening of making.
✎ Free to join! just turn up!
✎Weekly optional themes announced on socials and Whatsapp every Friday
✎ Any creatives welcome! Drawing, painting, crochet, stitching and more!
✎ Bring your own art equipment
✎ No pressure to have alcohol, order food and drink yourself at the bar :) (18+)
ℹ️ ANY QUESTIONS?
Feel free to join the clubs whatsapp group for updates and to get to know members.
Message if you need any extra information or if you have any questions.
🎡 Kempston Funfair (Discount Day) - May 2026
Time: 17:00 - 21:00
Thrills Rides - Family Rides - Kids Rides!
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
✅ Saturday 9th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 10th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
🔥 Monday 11th May: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
🔥 Friday 15th May: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Saturday 16th May: 1:00pm - 9:00pm
✅ Sunday 17th May: 1:00pm - 7:00pm
DISCOUNT DAYS - 2 TOKENS PER RIDE
⭐️ Monday 11th May 2026
⭐️ Friday 15th May 2026
🎟 TOKEN COST
Tokens can be purchased on arrival, cash or Card accepted!
▪️1 Token = £1.20
▪️10 Tokens = £10.00
RIDE LIST
👹 Daredevil
🚀 JetFire
🔥 InFerno
🚗 Dodgems
🌪️ Twister
⚡️Waltzer
🇺🇸 Alcatraz
🚂 Runaway Train
🚖 City Cars
🛞 Race O Rama
🚒 Monster Trucks
🌈 Play Centre
🏎️ BumperCarz
🔴 Bungees
🌊 Waze Swinger
🛝 Mega Slide
🎰 Games Stalls
🐤 Hook A Duck...& LOADS MORE!
🚗 Bedfordshire Classic Car Meet 2026 - Oakley Sports & Social Club
Time: 18:00
😊 ABOUT
Join us for a relaxed evening with a fantastic mix of classic cars, customs and everything in between.
📅 2026 DATES:
▪️Tuesday 14 April
▪️Tuesday 12 May
▪️Tuesday 9 June
▪️Tuesday 14 July
▪️Tuesday 11 August
▪️Tuesday 8 September
🚘 CAR INFORMATION
All makes and models welcome – whether you’re bringing your pride and joy or just coming along to enjoy the atmosphere.
Expect:
▪️Plenty of space on the field
▪️ Bar and food available
▪️Great variety of vehicles
▪️Friendly, family atmosphere
👍 PLEASE NOTE
Remember to bring your OSSC membership card, otherwise public prices will be applied to food and drink.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07787 126230
📘 Facebook: Bedfordshire Classic Car Meet
🌐 Website: Oakley Sports & Social Club
Bike Night - The Village Swan, Leighton Buzzard
Time: 17:00 - 20:00
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.
🗓 Other 2026 Dates:
▪️15th April
▪️13th May
▪️10th June
▪️8th Jul
▪️12 Aug
▪️9 Sept
▪️14 Oct
ℹ️ VILLAGE SWAN CONTACT NUMBER
☎️ Phone: 01525 213868
👶 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
🏍 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.
🚘 Monthly Classic Car Show 2026 - Leighton Buzzard Rugby Football Club
Time: 18:30
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
Whether you’re bringing along your pride and joy or just popping down for a browse, it’s a great midweek meet with a friendly local atmosphere.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Wednesday 13th May
▪️Wednesday 10th June
▪️Wednesday 22nd July
▪️Wednesday 12th August
▪️Wednesday 9th September
▪️Wednesday 7th October
🕡 6.30PM START TIMES
Gives most people enough time to get home from work and head on down, making this a perfect evening meet for locals and visitors alike.
🍔 HOT FOOD, LICENSED BAR, ICE CREAM VAN
Providing meets are popular, hot food will be available on the nights. The bar is always open and the ice cream van does the rounds, so there’s plenty to keep everyone happy while you enjoy the cars.
✅️ PLENTY OF PARKING
This means the event can welcome vehicles of all shapes and sizes 👀 so expect a great mix on the night.
🐕 FOUR LEGGED FRIENDS WELCOME
Dogs are welcome, providing pets are kept off the pitches/grass and are cleaned up after.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 371322
