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😋 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 

💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

💦 Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.

📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm

💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.

Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.

❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *

🍕
THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.

🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.

👸 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!

🚂 Day Out With Thomas 2025 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre


Time: 10:30 - 17:00

🚂 Peep peep! Its Time to Party! Thomas & Friends™ are back with FIVE visits planned for 2025 at Buckinghamshire Railway Centre to celebrate 80 years of Thomas the Tank Engine AND Percy, meet Sir Topham Hatt, Rusty & Dusty, the Station Sweepers AND Trevor the Traction Engine!

INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET:
💨 Unlimited rides behind Thomas, a REAL steam engine!
💨 Ride with Percy, Thomas's best friend
💨 Meet Trevor the Traction Engine (Subject to availability)
💨 Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytelling and sing-a-longs
💨 Enjoy the free Tea Cup rides
💨 Have fun with Rusty & Dusty around the site and sing-a-longs
💨 Go for a free ride on our miniature steam railway - fun for ALL the family!
💨 Singalongs and performances from Sir Topham Hatt and Rusty & Dusty
💨 Thomas & Friends photo opportunities
💨 Thomas & Friends activities within the Play Pod
💨 Thomas & Friends character hunt
💨 Thomas & Friends garden games
💨 Thomas & Friends giveaways for every child
💨 Visit the railway museum
💨 Unlimited rides on the miniature railway
💨 Decorate your party hat

👀 You can also look round our stunning glass-roofed visitor centre with lovingly restored vintage steam engines on display, extensive museum, gift shop and café.

🗓 2025 EVENT DATES
▪️
18th - 20th April
▪️25th - 26th May
▪️5th - 6th July
▪️9th - 10th August
▪️11th - 12th October

ℹ️ Personal Assistant / Carer: FREE (please call Quaytickets to book these on 0161 876 2015. Documentation will need to be shown on entry. Only one free carer per disabled person).

🎟 TICKET PRICES:
▪️Adults: £19
▪️Children (2-15): £15
▪️Under 2s: Free
▪️2 adults + 2 children: £59
▪️1 adult + 2 children: £40

NOTE: Prices exclude booking fees

🤸‍♂️ 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.

🥳 BING'S BIRTHDAY 2025 - Grove Theatre - Dunstable


🐰 Join Bing Bunny and his friends as they get ready to celebrate his special day in the brand-new live stage show, Bing's Birthday! Come along, dress up and have fun with lots of songs and joining in as we all celebrate Bing's Birthday in the theatre.

DATES:
Saturday 5th July 2025
Sunday 6th July 2025

TIMES:

10.00 am
13.00 pm
16.00 pm

TICKET PRICE:
🔸️
Standard: £20,
🔸️Under 16's: £18,
🔸️6-12 months: £12
🔸️Family ticket: £73
(2 adults, 2 under 16's).

♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Wheelchair Users cannot be booked online; please call Box Office on:
☎️ 01582 602080

💳 CASH OR CARD?
Please note we are a cashless venue and only able to take card payments for Box Office, Bar, Kiosk and in-house Merchandise sales. Some visiting companies selling their own merchandise may only accept cash payments. We encourage all visiting companies to take card payments but this may not always be possible.

🚂 Haynes Summerfield Miniature Railway 2025


Time: 10:30 - 15:30

🚂 The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.

TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:30 (approx.), we close at 16:00.
Steam engines will also be in action as often as we are able.

ℹ️ ABOUT
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. 

🥪 PICNIC AREA
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.

☕️ REFRESHMENTS
At Haynes End the Station Buffet will be open for refreshments and picnic tables are available for your use on the grass outside.                           
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.

❓️ DO I HAVE TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
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.

🎟TICKET PRICE (Card payments)
▪️Summerfields Railway (the main line) - £3.00 (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill)
▪️Springfield Line - £1.80
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track) - £1.80

☎️ Phone for enquiries: 07498 869902

💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

💦 Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.

📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm

💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.

Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.

❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *

🍕
THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.

🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.

🫖 ⛴️ 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 

🚂 Day Out With Thomas 2025 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre


Time: 10:30 - 17:00

🚂 Peep peep! Its Time to Party! Thomas & Friends™ are back with FIVE visits planned for 2025 at Buckinghamshire Railway Centre to celebrate 80 years of Thomas the Tank Engine AND Percy, meet Sir Topham Hatt, Rusty & Dusty, the Station Sweepers AND Trevor the Traction Engine!

INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET:
💨 Unlimited rides behind Thomas, a REAL steam engine!
💨 Ride with Percy, Thomas's best friend
💨 Meet Trevor the Traction Engine (Subject to availability)
💨 Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytelling and sing-a-longs
💨 Enjoy the free Tea Cup rides
💨 Have fun with Rusty & Dusty around the site and sing-a-longs
💨 Go for a free ride on our miniature steam railway - fun for ALL the family!
💨 Singalongs and performances from Sir Topham Hatt and Rusty & Dusty
💨 Thomas & Friends photo opportunities
💨 Thomas & Friends activities within the Play Pod
💨 Thomas & Friends character hunt
💨 Thomas & Friends garden games
💨 Thomas & Friends giveaways for every child
💨 Visit the railway museum
💨 Unlimited rides on the miniature railway
💨 Decorate your party hat

👀 You can also look round our stunning glass-roofed visitor centre with lovingly restored vintage steam engines on display, extensive museum, gift shop and café.

🗓 2025 EVENT DATES
▪️
18th - 20th April
▪️25th - 26th May
▪️5th - 6th July
▪️9th - 10th August
▪️11th - 12th October

ℹ️ Personal Assistant / Carer: FREE (please call Quaytickets to book these on 0161 876 2015. Documentation will need to be shown on entry. Only one free carer per disabled person).

🎟 TICKET PRICES:
▪️Adults: £19
▪️Children (2-15): £15
▪️Under 2s: Free
▪️2 adults + 2 children: £59
▪️1 adult + 2 children: £40

NOTE: Prices exclude booking fees

🎶 Amp Rewired 2025 - Ampthill


Time: 12:00 - 21:00

🎉 We’re back in Ampthill for 2025! After an incredible event this year, we couldn’t wait to return with another day of music, community, and unforgettable vibes.

🤩 ABOUT
Our vision has always been to create a relaxed, welcoming music event that brings Ampthill’s community together to celebrate the incredible talent found right here in our town and its surrounding villages.

📍WHEN & WHERE?
Join us at The Hop Field behind the White Hart in Ampthill on Sunday, 6th July 2025, for another fantastic day filled with amazing music.

🎶 WHAT MUSIC?
From acoustic folk to rock, we’ll showcase performers of all ages and backgrounds, all with strong ties to our local area. We’ve handpicked the very best for a lineup that celebrates the creativity of our community.

😋 FOOD
Bring your picnic or enjoy something delicious from our food stalls while soaking up the music on offer.

💃 SING & DANCE
Get ready to dance to exciting new music from local bands or sing your heart out to cover songs you love.

🎉 LET'S CELEBRATE!
This isn’t just an event—it’s our way of celebrating the incredible community we’re part of. Let’s come together again and make 2025 just as unforgettable. See you there!

🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Adult (16 and over): £15.00 + £1.26 fee
▪️Child (Under 16): £5.00 + £0.42 fee
▪️Under 6: Free

💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

💦 Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.

📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm

💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.

Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.

❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *

🍕
THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.

🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.

💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

💦 Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.

📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm

💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.

Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.

❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *

🍕
THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.

🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.

🦙 Wellbeing Walk with Alpacas - Charlton, Hitchin


Time: 11:00 - 12:00

🦙 Weekly Wellbeing Walk with Alpacas in Charlton, Hitchin.

🗓 WHEN?

Slow paced sessions, every Tuesday (term-time only) 11am-12pm.

COST
▪️£20 per person.
▪️£72 for 4 sessions.
▪️£170 for 10 sessions.
▪️15% discount with proof of low income.
(£3 donated to MIND with every booking)

✅️ RESCHEDULING
Relaxed terms & conditions with regards to rescheduling ensuring head space not head aches.

ℹ️ BLOCK BOOKING INFORMATION
You can purchase blocks of 4 or 10 and visit weekly, month of even once per season. Flexibility means its all completely as you want, helping you get the most from your sessions.

📍MEETING POINT
The Windmill. Charlton

HOW TO BOOK
Contact Eliza Rose
📧 Email: cornhill.leisure@gmail.com
☎️ Phone: 07528 610 349

💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

💦 Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.

📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm

💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.

Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.

❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *

🍕
THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.

🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.

🌺 The Walled Garden - Luton Hoo Estate


Time: 10:30 - 16:00

🌺 From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2025, 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

💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

💦 Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.

📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm

💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.

Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.

❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *

🍕
THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.

🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.

🌳🧒 Parent & Toddler Woodland Sensory Sessions 2025 - Soulbury, Leighton Buzzard

Thursday 10 July 2025

Time: 10:30 - 12:00

🌳 Wolflings Woodland Sensory evokes a multi-sensory and nature-rich learning  environment that integrates sensory experiences with holistic learning practices.

▪️AGE: Wolflings Woodland Sensory is for Preschool Children ranging from 2-5 years of age.

🗓 WHEN?
▪️Thursdays (term time)
▪️10.30am - 12 noon

🐦 WHAT TO EXPECT
Set in the heart of a magical woodland children will be immersed in activities like scavenging, messy mud play, creative art using a multitude of natural tools, fire building, cooking, all while being captivated by the sounds of birds and the steady waters flowing from the nearby streams.

🌱 Wonder and curiosity will guide and connect your child with nature through touch, sight, sound, smell, and even taste (perhaps sampling wild berries or herbs under supervision).
The setting provides a calm, nurturing ambiance, with dappled sunlight filtering through the canopy overhead, inviting the children to embrace a holistic approach to learning that stimulates their senses, fosters connection to the natural world, and nurtures their holistic development.

📍LOCATION: Soulbury, Leighton Buzzard

🗓 2025 DATES:
▪️
Thursday 13th March
▪️Thursday 20th March
▪️Thursday 3rd April
▪️Thursday 1st May
▪️Thursday 15th May
▪️Thursday 5th June
▪️Thursday 12th June
▪️Thursday 19th June
▪️Thursday 3rd July
▪️Thursday 10th July

🎟 PAY AS YOU GO TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK:
▪️
1 Adult 1 Child: £9.50
▪️1 Adult 2 children: £15.00

☎️ Phone: 07377423546

🎊 Cafe Mambo Ibiza 2025 - Bedford Park


Time: 17:00

🎊 After drawing Bedford audiences with sold-out shows in 2019, 2021, and 2022, Café Mambo Ibiza in the Park has firmly established itself as a cornerstone of the local music scene. This year of 2025, the event returns to deliver the essence of Ibiza once more, containing Balearic beats, dazzling light displays, and a lineup of world-class DJs, all set to create an unmissable party under the stars.

🎧 LINE UP

Chart-topping DJ and producer Jax Jones and Dutch house music icon Fedde Le Grand are the first DJ's on our line up so far.
🤩  Fede Le Grande
🤩  Jax Jones
🤩  Melanie C


🌴 ABOUT:
For decades, Café Mambo Ibiza has delivered euphoric sets featuring timeless house, trance, and electronic hits, hosting superstar DJs like Pete Tong, Carl Cox, and Swedish House Mafia. In previous years, the Bedford stage has welcomed house music royalty, including Pete Tong, Mark Knight, Faithless, and Robin S, and Café Mambo Ibiza is set to continue this legacy this summer. Promising an evening under the stars, with authentic Balearic beats and true Ibizan energy.

ℹ️ AGE INFORMATION
▪️Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 and over who has their own ticket.
▪️Children aged two and under can attend for free and don’t require a ticket.
▪️All other children must have a full price ticket to enter the venue.

🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️General Admission Standing Ticket -
Early Bird:
£47.60 pp
▪️General Admission Standing Ticket -
Wave 1:
£53.20 pp
▪️VIP Terrace Ticket - Early Bird: £137.50 pp
▪️VIP Terrace Ticket - Wave 1: £162.80 pp

🥇 WHAT DOES VIP INCLUDE?
⭐️ Fast track entry into the arena.
⭐️Access to the exclusive VIP area & raised decked viewing platform for premium views of the stage.
⭐️ Club style furniture and tables set on the decked viewing platform.
⭐️ A welcome drink on arrival of wine, beer or soft drink.
⭐️ Delicious bowl food included.
⭐️ Private VIP bar.
⭐️ Souvenir VIP event lanyard.
⭐️ Premium toilet facilities.

✅️ BOOK TICKETS VIA THE EVENT LINK

😋AMPTHILL EAT FEAST 2025


Time: 16:00 - 21:00

🎊 Get ready to tantalize your taste buds at the Amthill Park EAT Feast, the ultimate street food extravaganza!

😋 WHAT TO EXPECT
Ampthill Park 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 Ampthill Park EAT Feast!

🪑 WHAT TO BRING...
Please bring, fold up chairs or blankets.

🛝 PLAY PARK
You will also find a play park on the grounds, great to entertain the children!

🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads welcome

📅 2025 AMPTHILL PARK DATES
▪️
Friday 11th April
▪️Friday 9th May
▪️Friday 13th June
▪️Friday 11th July
▪️Friday 8th August
▪️Friday 12th September