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✏️ “Drink ‘n’ Draw” Club - The Prince Of Wales, Ampthill


Time: 19:00 - 21:30 Price: £0.00

✏️ Free entry ‘Drink and Draw’ hosted by Colettejoy.illustrates every Monday, 7pm - 9.30pm at the Prince Of Wales in Ampthill!

▪️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.

👶 Free Stay & Play For babies and Toddlers in Wilstead


Time: 13:30 - 15:15

🧸 Every Wednesday in term time. Stay and Play is a weekly group for parents/carers with young children. Located at Wilstead Evangelical Church.

💖 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:
⭐️Baby toys, mats and mobiles
⭐️Role-play resources, such as dressing-up clothes and kitchen
⭐️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.

ℹ️ For more info, contact Hannah on:
☎️ 01234 589563

🏍 Wednesday Bike Night - Amici Coffee, Sandy


Time: 18:00 - 21:00

🏍 Wednesday Bike Night is back at Amici Coffee, Sandy - and it’s set to be another cracking evening for local riders. Free entry!

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.

🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford


Time: 09:00 - 17:00

🐷 Entry to our farm is free at Knotts of Tempsford although there are different activities you can book  which are chargable, you can these activities via the event link.

🗓 OPENING TIMES
▪️Thursday- Saturday: 9am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 10am - 4pm

🍔THE FARMERS CAFE
Our Farmers Cafe is open 10am-3pm serving hot food and drinks.

👩‍🌾 FARM SHOP
Visit our Farm Shop. You'll find locally sourced, delicious produce at Knotts.
Take home goodies from the Farm

ℹ️ FAQ'S, ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFO

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 669376

🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford


Time: 09:00 - 17:00

🐷 Entry to our farm is free at Knotts of Tempsford although there are different activities you can book  which are chargable, you can these activities via the event link.

🗓 OPENING TIMES
▪️Thursday- Saturday: 9am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 10am - 4pm

🍔THE FARMERS CAFE
Our Farmers Cafe is open 10am-3pm serving hot food and drinks.

👩‍🌾 FARM SHOP
Visit our Farm Shop. You'll find locally sourced, delicious produce at Knotts.
Take home goodies from the Farm

ℹ️ FAQ'S, ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFO

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 669376

🧺 Picnic in the Park - Bedford Park


Time: 12:00 - 16:00

🧺 Join Elcombe House Care Home for a picnic in Bedford Park on Friday 22nd May 2026, 12pm - 2pm

🌳 EVENT DETAILS
Everyone welcome just bring your own picnic, chairs & blankets. Let’s enjoy good company, good food and fresh air altogether. 

🕺Soul Matrix - The Blackhorse, Leighton Buzzard


Time: 19:30

🕺 To all you Soul lovers out there we are pleased to announce that Soulmatrix DJ Ivor Anderson will be back at The Blackhorse, Leighton Buzzard on Friday 22nd May 2026 for another full on night of Soul Jazz Funk House RnB & Afro Beats Reggae.
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🎉 MK Jeans Carnival 2026 - Campbell Park Amphitheatre, Milton Keynes


Time: 12:00 - 21:00

🎉 MK Jeans Carnival 2026 is back for another big summer celebration at Campbell Park Amphitheatre, Milton Keynes! Bring the whole family along on Saturday 23rd May 2026 for a lively community event packed with family entertainment, music, dance, delicious food and more.

🗓 EVENT DETAILS
▪️ Date: Saturday 23rd May 2026
▪️ Time: From 12pm - 9pm

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Free family fun returns to MK - get set for another summer blast! Expect great vibes, big energy and a welcoming atmosphere throughout the day. Retailers will also be displaying and selling their goods at the event, ranging from clothing, artifacts, arts, catering, jewelleries and other items.

🌟 WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️ Family-friendly entertainment
▪️ Live music and performances
▪️ Dance on stage and plenty of atmosphere
▪️ Tasty food stalls and refreshments
▪️ Community spirit and summer fun for all ages

👧🏽 MK OASIS CHILDREN ON THE GRAND STAGE
MK Oasis Children will also be performing as part of the day’s entertainment. If you would like your child to take part, you can register your interest using the contact details below.

ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone:
07342 300956
📧 Email: info.mandgproductions@yahoo.co.uk

🛥 🎶 Boxmoor Canal Weekend and Floating Market 2026


Time: 10:00 - 19:00

🚣‍♂️ Boxmoor's canal weekend is held over the last bank holiday weekend in May 2026. Fishery Wharf Café will a weekend of live music alongside the colourful Herts Roving Canal Traders three-day floating boat market, situated between Fishery Lock and Old Fishery Lane Bridge. FREE ENTRY!

🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️
Saturday 23rd - Monday 25th May
▪️Floating Market: 10am - 5pm
▪️Live music from: 12pm - 7pm

🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT

Come along to listen to the music, sample the delicious café food and freshly made to order pizza, enjoy a drink from our licensed bar and stroll along the canal, soaking up the colour' and atmosphere of the 3 day floating market as you peruse and purchase some beautiful gifts and handmade items.

Three days of Blues, Folk & Roots music performed on the canal-side open-air stage at Fishery Wharf Café Canal Lock, This is an ideal event for families and an excellent chance for children to see some first-class music. The full 3-day music line up below.

ℹ️ FISHERY WHARF CAFE
🗓 Saturday 23rd May
▪️12.00 – Bluejam Acoustic – Indie Folk Originals
▪️13.00 – Rain Of Animals – Bluegrass, Oldtime, Swing
▪️14.00 – Around About Dusk – New Orleans Jazz, Folk, Roots And Blues
▪️15.00 – Blue Fingers – Classic Blues
▪️16.00 – The ZML Band – Classic Acoustic Covers
▪️17.00 – Callum Granger – Acoustic Folk Blues
▪️18.00 – Shane Lamont & Friends – Classic Covers

🗓 Sunday 24th May - Live Music
▪️12.00 – Lauren May
▪️12.20 – Ed Coan – Acoustic Originals
▪️13.00 – Brixton Hicks – Rootsy Americana
▪️14.00 – The Rosellys – Americana Country Blues
▪️15.00 – Billy Watman – Classical Guitar & Loop Box
▪️16.00 – The Thumping Tommy’s – Americana Bluegrass
▪️17.00 – The Rosellys – Americana Country Blues
▪️18.00 – Sweet Cornbread – Americana, Dub Folk Rootsy Blues

🗓 Monday 25th May - Live Music
▪️12.00 – Pete Calow All Stars
▪️13.00 – The Blue Hokum Boys – Early Blues
▪️14.00 – Ed Hicks And His Hot Cow Licks – Western Swing
▪️15.00 – Marky Dawson – Piano Man Classics
▪️16.00 – Dino Baptiste – Boogie Woogie Blues Piano & Drums Duo
▪️17.00 – Kaspar & The Swamp Dogs – Hell-Billy Blues
▪️18.00 – 11.00 Open Mic Hosted By Shane Lamont (Indoors)

🅿️ PARKING
Parking - Please park responsibly, parking in side streets outside our neighbours driveways doesn't help anybody!! Please walk to the event where possible. You can park at the Station Car Park, charges apply.

🚘 U-BOOT - Baldock Car Boot Sale 2026


Time: 07:00

🚗 U-boot is open every Saturday morning (weather dependent) in Baldock.

🛍 BUYERS INFORMATION
▪️Time: From 7:00am
▪️Entry: Free
▪️Parking: Free

🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
▪️Time: From 6:30am
▪️Pitch: £10.00
▪️Payment: Card or cash payments for pitches.

🚮 No bins, take all your rubbish home with you.

💖 CHARITY STALLS
We believe that it is our responsibility to re-pay the community for all the support
we’ve enjoyed over 25 years. So we have always made it our responsibility
to help charities with a special offer. We don’t give money but help them to help
themselves by giving them a very special deal on the price of a pitch. We particularly like having the smaller charities with us.  For instance every year a husband and wife raise money for a special school to have an outing and any money left over is used towards much-needed equipment.  Speak to one of our team, or phone us on 07852 70 70 74.

🗺 HOW TO FIND US
You can find us on the A507 just outside of Baldock. Coming from the A1 take the second exit from the ‘Tesco’ roundabout, follow this road to the next roundabout and then turn right. We are on the right just up the road.
📍For Sat navs use SG7 6RD which will bring you close enough to the field.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Ubootbaldock@gmail.com
☎️ Phone: 07852 70 70 74

🎸 Live Music - The White Hart, Maulden


Time: 19:00 - 21:00

An unforgettable evening awaits,
 Saturday, 23rd May 2026 at The White Hart Maulden


🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Live performances, electric energy, and the kind of atmosphere that stays with you long after the night is over. Music is from 7pm - 9pm. Limited tables available, so don’t leave it to chance.

ℹ️ BOOK A TABLE
Secure your spot now here.
☎️ Phone: 01525 403404

🚤 Model Boat Mayhem 2026 - Wickteed Park, Northamptonshire


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

🚤 Wicksteed Park's Model Boat Club is bringing back Model Boat Mayhem this May 2026! Free entry!

🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️
Saturday 23rd May: 10am – 5pm
▪️Sunday 24th May: 10am – 4pm

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
This spectacular annual rally brings together one of the largest collection of model boats in the country. The event gathers enthusiasts from across the country to showcase, operate, and engage around the world of model boating. Find out more by heading to our website via the event link.

⛺️ WANT TO CAMP?
If you’re looking to stay the weekend, why not book onto Wicksteed Park’s campsite here.

📍LOCATION
Model Boat Lake at Wicksteed Park, Kettering, Northamptonshire

🅿️ PARKING
Parking charges apply.

CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01536 512475
📧 Email:
hello@wicksteedpark.org

🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford


Time: 09:00 - 17:00

🐷 Entry to our farm is free at Knotts of Tempsford although there are different activities you can book  which are chargable, you can these activities via the event link.

🗓 OPENING TIMES
▪️Thursday- Saturday: 9am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 10am - 4pm

🍔THE FARMERS CAFE
Our Farmers Cafe is open 10am-3pm serving hot food and drinks.

👩‍🌾 FARM SHOP
Visit our Farm Shop. You'll find locally sourced, delicious produce at Knotts.
Take home goodies from the Farm

ℹ️ FAQ'S, ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFO

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 669376

🎉 FoodDrunk 2026 - Esquires, Bedford


Time: 13:00

Our favourite day of the year, FoodDrunk is on Saturday 23rd May 2026 from 1pm - This is our first free entry alldayer at Esquires, Bedford of the year and the start of summer season!

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
FoodDrunk takes over the indoor and outdoor spaces, featuring a whole host of great bands, great DJs and even better street food - all ages welcome and kick off for lunch at 1pm.
 
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone:
01234 631524

🍻🎉 Flitwick Cricket Club Beer Festival & Family Fun Day 2026


Time: 13:00 - 00:00

🍻 Please come and join Flitwick Cricket Club for our Beer Festival and Family Fun Day with raffle (Saturday 23rd May 2026). May Bank Holiday from Fri 22nd - Sun 24th, 2026.

🍻 BEER FESTIVAL DETAILS
▪️Friday 22nd May: 7pm - 12am
▪️Saturday 23rd May: 1pm - 12am
▪️Sunday 24th May: 1pm - 12am

Our Beer Festival will run till midnight for 3 nights so make the most of this social event and the Bank Holiday!  Cash and card accepted at the bar.

Please book the Beer Festival tickets in advance via the QR code, or alternatively purchasing from our Flitwick Cricket Club Bar.

Opening up Flitwick Cricket Club to local families, and the Bedfordshire Community.

🎟 BEER FESTIVAL TICKET COST:
Beer Festival Tickets are £7.50 (includes first Barrel Pint!)
BOOK TICKETS HERE

🎉 FAMILY FUN DAY - FREE ENTRY
▪️Saturday 23rd May: 1pm - 6pm

Family Fun Day is on Saturday from 1pm - 6pm, free entry! Please bring cash for children's activities. Card payments are accepted by a majority of stall holders. 

✨️ Inflatables
✨️ Face painting
✨️ Tombola
✨️ Craft Stalls 
✨️ Music
✨️ Games....and more!

We look forward to welcoming you!

🚶‍♂️Cliffton Sale Trail - May 2026


Time: 10:00 - 14:00

🛍 Clifton Sale Trail May 2026, Organised by the Clifton Residents' Association.

🗓 DATE & TIME
▪️Date: Saturday 23rd May 2026
▪️Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm

🗺 Sale Locations


📍No.Address
01 | 67 Clifton Road
02 | 180 Shefford Road
03 | 12 Knolls Way
04 | 89 Shefford Road
05 | 78 Shefford Road
06 | 76 Shefford Road
07 | 12 Spring Road
08 | 13 Fairfax Close
09 | 4 Fairfax Close
10 | 39 Shefford Road
11  | 25 Herberts Meadow
12 | 9 Herberts Meadow
13 | 9 Legate Place
14 | 23 Legate Place
15 | 7 New Road
16 | 10 Broad Street
17 | Trimulgherry Cottage, 
9 Church Street
18 | Lavender Cottage, 
1 Church Street
19 | 8 Haycock Gardens
20 | 33 Haycock Gardens
21 | 42 Haycock Gardens
22 | 33a Hitchin Lane
23 | 7 Olivier Way
24 | 9 Yew Tree Walk
25 | 3 Yew Tree Walk
26 | 43 Brickle Place
27 | Garage 14 and 15 Whiston Crescent
28 | 57 Stockbridge Road
29 | 64 Church Street
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🎉 Letchworth Food, Drink & Classic Car Festival 2026


Time: 10:00 - 17:00

🎉 For two fantastic days, Letchworth's town centre will be packed with delicious food, refreshing drinks, live entertainment and an unmatched community atmosphere.

🗓 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 23rd May 2026: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 24th May 2026: 10am - 5pm

ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
Our amazing local businesses will be open as usual, with many offering special promotions and festival treats throughout the weekend. With classic cars & bikes on for both days.

🗓 SATURDAY - LEYES SQUARE
✨️
11:00 AM – AMA Theatre
✨️ 12:00 PM – Big Big Magic Show
✨️ 1:00 PM – Rock Choir
✨️ 2:00 PM – Rock Choir
✨️ 2:30 PM – BX Dance Academy
✨️3:00 PM – Garden City Samba

🗓 SUNDAY - LEYS SQUARE
✨️ 12:00 PM – Dinosaur Show 
✨️ 1:00 PM – Charlie Barron 
✨️ 2:00 PM – Warriorz 
🧚‍♀️ Bubble Fairy 12:30pm, 1:30pm & 2:30pm

🤹‍♂️ SATURDAY & SUNDAY
▪️Character walkabouts 12pm - 1pm
▪️Free Circus Skills workshop in WYND
(6-8 The Wynd, Letchworth Garden City SG6 3EN)

🎊 Come along, enjoy everything the town centre has to offer, support local businesses and make the most of this exciting celebration of food, drink and community. Bring your friends, bring your family!
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🪅 Luton International Carnival 2026


Time: 12:00 - 18:00

🎊 Luton CarnivalGet ready to embark on a journey ‘Back to the Future’. This year's theme is a vibrant fusion of nostalgia and innovation, encouraging participants to explore the past, present, and future through the lens of carnival and combined arts.

🪅 THE PARADE
The carnival parade will go from Luton Town Centre to Wardown Park. Expect dazzling costumes, infectious rhythms, and that unmistakable Luton Carnival energy that brings generations together.

▪️Event start:  12.00pm
▪️Parade start: 1.00pm
▪️Event end:  6.00 pm

WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️ Bigger vibes.
⭐️ Parade
⭐️ Music
⭐️ Activities
⭐️ Vendors

ℹ️ ABOUT

In 2026, we celebrate 50 years of colour, culture, community and creativity with our GOLDEN CARNIVAL. The 50th year of the Luton International Carnival is a precursor to the ‘big one’, at Carnival 2026 (LIC26), when Luton Carnival, in its modern form, turns 50 years old. 2026 also coincides with Luton Borough Council’s own 100 year birthday.

🎧 MK Hip Hop Festival 2026 - Middleton Hall, Centre:MK


Time: 12:00 - 16:00

🎤 MK Hip Hop Festival is coming to Middleton Hall for a brilliant FREE family-friendly celebration of Milton Keynes Hip Hop on Sunday 24th May 2026, from 12pm - 4pm.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT

Expect an energetic afternoon packed with music, dance and DJs, showcasing the amazing talent in the local scene. Curated by Break to the Beat, SLQY and Payback Season Breaking crew, this lively event brings together local artists and musicians, as well as school and community groups, for a fun and inclusive day in the heart of centre:mk.

🎶 MUSIC • DANCE • DJS
From live performances to vibrant Hip Hop culture, there’ll be plenty to enjoy throughout the afternoon. Whether you’re a long-time fan or just looking for something different to do with the family, this is a great chance to experience the creativity and community spirit of Milton Keynes Hip Hop.

🎨 FAMILY ACTIVITIES
Families can also get involved with a drop-in graffiti workshop, plus enjoy fun Hip Hop & Rhyme sessions with Hip Hop Tots – perfect for younger children to join in too.

🎟 FREE ENTRY!
This is a free event, so you can simply come along and enjoy the atmosphere.

🇺🇲 🇬🇧 306th Bombardment Group Museum - Thurleigh, Bedfordshire


Time: 10:00 - 16:00

🪖 306th Bombardment Group Museum is open on Sunday's only from 26th April - 25th October 2026. Free Entry.

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
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