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✨️ Whole at The Place in Bedford
Time: 19:30
✨️ ABOUT:
Emma’s been looking for ways to fill the gaping hole her identical twin sister’s death left behind. So she thought she’d make a show for them. Only it's proving a little tricky because Emma doesn’t like doing things on her own.
Whole is an intimate peek into the journeys we take to re-find ourselves in our darkest moments - exploring female rage, sibling joy & the healing power of a creative mission.
*️⃣ Supported by Cambridge Junction, Stobbs New Ideas Fund, Metal, artsdepot and Arts Council England
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Full Price: £18.00
▪️Concession - Senior / Unemployed: £16.00
▪️Wheelchair User & Buddy - Full Price: £16.00
▪️Wheelchair User & Buddy -Concession - Senior / Unemployed: £16.00
ℹ️ BOOKING INFORMATION
You can book tickets via the event link.
A £1.50 booking fee per cart is applied to all bookings made online or by telephone. Bookings for Free Tickets do not incur a booking fee.
♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Due to layout limitations at the venue we can accommodate a limited number of wheelchairs in our auditorium. We ask patrons with wheelchairs to contact us directly to book a wheelchair position (as well as companion seats) when booking their tickets.
To discuss any access needs, please give us a call on the box office number below.
☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01234 354321
🎤 Junior Open Mic - The Cellar Bar
Time: 17:00 - 19:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
▪️UNDER 18’S INFORMATION
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01234 815115
🛍 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 April 12th
▪️Sunday May 10th
▪️Sunday June 14th
▪️Sunday July 12th
▪️Sunday August 9th
▪️Sunday September 13th
▪️Sunday October 11th
▪️Sunday November 8th
▪️Sunday December 13th
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
🎤 Junior Open Mic - The Cellar Bar
Time: 17:00 - 19:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
▪️UNDER 18’S INFORMATION
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01234 815115
🛍 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 April 12th
▪️Sunday May 10th
▪️Sunday June 14th
▪️Sunday July 12th
▪️Sunday August 9th
▪️Sunday September 13th
▪️Sunday October 11th
▪️Sunday November 8th
▪️Sunday December 13th
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Milton Ernest Garden Centre 2026
Time: 09:00 - 12:00
😀 BUYERS ENTRY: Free
(No buyers before 9am please)
ℹ️ NOTE TO SELLERS:
For sellers setting up takes place from 8am on our front lawn area and it is £8 for a car or £12 for a van. On arrival stallholders will set up on our front lawn area and we will collect your payment early on in the day.
✅️ HOW TO BOOK A PITCH....
Please arrive no earlier than 8am as the centre gates will not be open until then.
Bookings are taken on a first come first served basis by email only, providing your name, phone number, registration number and whether you have a car or van.
📧 Booking Email: Click here
🌸 THE GARDEN CENTRE
After checking the bargains at the car boot sale, why not have a browse in the garden centre and grab some brekky or lunch. A great Saturday morning.
🗓 2026 CAR BOOT SALE DATES:
▪️Saturday 7th March 2026
▪️Saturday 4th April 2026
▪️Saturday 2nd May 2026
▪️Saturday 6th June 2026
▪️Saturday 4th July 2026
▪️Saturday 1st August 2026
▪️Saturday 5th September 2026
▪️Saturday 3rd October 2026
▪️Saturday 31st October 2026
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
⚙️ 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
🚂 Day Out With Thomas 2026 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 3 April
▪️Saturday 4 April
▪️Sunday 24 May
▪️Monday 25 May
▪️Saturday 15 August
▪️Sunday 16 August
▪️Saturday 17 October
▪️Sunday 18 October
🕥 TIMES:
We are open from 10.30am until 5pm and Thomas runs short train rides all day long, approx. every 20 minutes from 11am-4.30pm (with a break for lunch).
🚂💨 EVENT DETAILS
Hop onboard a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, also ride with either Percy or Mavis and say hi to Trevor the Traction Engine! Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytime and singalongs with him and Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty that’ll have the whole family dancing.
Enjoy a traction engine trailer ride, watch the exciting live shows, join in the Thomas & Friends character hunt, have fun with the garden games and keep the beat going in the Music Corner packed with music-inspired fun, plus so much more!
You can also ride our miniature railway, watch the model trains, wander the site and enjoy the tea cup rides – there so much to see and do ALL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFORMATION:
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Family of 3 (1 adult & 2 children): £43.20
▪️Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children: £63.72.l
▪️Adult: £20.90
▪️Child 2-17: £16.50
▪️Child Under 2: £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
🎤 Junior Open Mic - The Cellar Bar
Time: 17:00 - 19:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
▪️UNDER 18’S INFORMATION
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01234 815115
🚂 Day Out With Thomas 2026 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 3 April
▪️Saturday 4 April
▪️Sunday 24 May
▪️Monday 25 May
▪️Saturday 15 August
▪️Sunday 16 August
▪️Saturday 17 October
▪️Sunday 18 October
🕥 TIMES:
We are open from 10.30am until 5pm and Thomas runs short train rides all day long, approx. every 20 minutes from 11am-4.30pm (with a break for lunch).
🚂💨 EVENT DETAILS
Hop onboard a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, also ride with either Percy or Mavis and say hi to Trevor the Traction Engine! Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytime and singalongs with him and Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty that’ll have the whole family dancing.
Enjoy a traction engine trailer ride, watch the exciting live shows, join in the Thomas & Friends character hunt, have fun with the garden games and keep the beat going in the Music Corner packed with music-inspired fun, plus so much more!
You can also ride our miniature railway, watch the model trains, wander the site and enjoy the tea cup rides – there so much to see and do ALL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFORMATION:
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Family of 3 (1 adult & 2 children): £43.20
▪️Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children: £63.72.l
▪️Adult: £20.90
▪️Child 2-17: £16.50
▪️Child Under 2: £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
🎤 Kings of Lyon & UK Strokes - The Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton
Time: 20:00 - 23:00
▪️AGE: 18+
🤩 ABOUT
Kings of Lyon exploded onto the scene at the beginning of 2009 and have been propelled to the top of the tribute ladder with panache and a youthful vibrancy that secured them an O2 Academy headline tour that lead straight into their first European tour. A string of festival dates followed throughout Europe, the Middle East and the UK with sell-out shows in the country's foremost music venues from Ireland to the Channel Islands along with high accolade in Q Magazine and a massive UK following.
Kings of Lyon play the perfect KOL show. They have an astounding live set incorporating all of the fans' favourites from 'Youth and young Manhood' to KOL's latest chart success, 'Walls'. The band have risen to become one of the most sought after tributes of recent years; stunningly faithful in every aspect from an inseparable appearance to their gut wrenching, soaring stadium sound.
Kings of Lyon are the most astounding, vibrant tribute to Kings of Leon, playing an inspired and often surprising collection of Kings of Leon tracks with an energy and quality which, has already gained them a massive, enviable reputation.
The UK Strokes
Hailing from the lively music scene of the United Kingdom, The UK Strokes are a revered tribute band dedicated to honoring the groundbreaking indie rock sensations, The Strokes.
With their roots deeply embedded in a shared love for The Strokes' music, this talented ensemble delivers dynamic performances that encapsulate the essence and vitality of the iconic band. Renowned for their authentic renditions and infectious energy onstage, The UK Strokes transport audiences on a nostalgic journey through The Strokes' greatest hits.
Captivating fans across the UK, their passion for recreating the unmistakable sound and spirit of The Strokes continues to make waves, ensuring that the legacy of this legendary band lives on through their exhilarating live shows.
🎟 TICKET COST:£17.50 (inc. booking fee)
🎶 Swing That Music with the Down for the Count All-Stars - Quarry Theatre, Bedford
Time: 19:30 - 22:15 Price: £28.00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Described as “a breath of fresh air on the swing scene” (Twinwood Festival) Down for the Count’s 10-piece mini big band is regularly found in jazz clubs across the UK and abroad (Ronnie Scott’s London, Le Caveau de la Huchette Paris), at festivals including London Jazz Festival, and on BBC Radio. Now they are bringing the sounds and feels of the best jazz clubs to theatres around the country – with an electrifying show full of incredible energy, musicianship, and their own signature wry wit and humour.
In the band’s updated show for 2026, you’ll hear instrumental songs from the likes of Duke Ellington, Count Basie and Glenn Miller, vocal classics from singers such as Nat ‘King’ Cole, Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald, and original arrangements of jazz standards penned by musicians in the band.
Down for the Count recreate classic tunes from the Swing Era, but this is no mere nostalgia trip – the band perform each song in their own unmistakeable style, breathing new life into the best vintage music. Combine that with the band’s top class instrumental solos, sublime vocal performances, and irresistible warmth and joie de vivre, and you get a show that will leave you feeling uplifted and wanting more.
“Awesome!!!” – Michael Bublé
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Standard Ticket: £28.00
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
St Peter’s Street public car park is a very short walk from the theatre. Parking is free in the car park and streets after 6pm and all day on Sundays. To book one of our disabled parking spaces, please see our FAQ.
ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 362269
📧 Email: boxoffice@quarrytheatre.org.uk
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
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🛍 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 April 12th
▪️Sunday May 10th
▪️Sunday June 14th
▪️Sunday July 12th
▪️Sunday August 9th
▪️Sunday September 13th
▪️Sunday October 11th
▪️Sunday November 8th
▪️Sunday December 13th
🚘 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
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Milton Ernest Garden Centre 2026
Time: 09:00 - 12:00
😀 BUYERS ENTRY: Free
(No buyers before 9am please)
ℹ️ NOTE TO SELLERS:
For sellers setting up takes place from 8am on our front lawn area and it is £8 for a car or £12 for a van. On arrival stallholders will set up on our front lawn area and we will collect your payment early on in the day.
✅️ HOW TO BOOK A PITCH....
Please arrive no earlier than 8am as the centre gates will not be open until then.
Bookings are taken on a first come first served basis by email only, providing your name, phone number, registration number and whether you have a car or van.
📧 Booking Email: Click here
🌸 THE GARDEN CENTRE
After checking the bargains at the car boot sale, why not have a browse in the garden centre and grab some brekky or lunch. A great Saturday morning.
🗓 2026 CAR BOOT SALE DATES:
▪️Saturday 7th March 2026
▪️Saturday 4th April 2026
▪️Saturday 2nd May 2026
▪️Saturday 6th June 2026
▪️Saturday 4th July 2026
▪️Saturday 1st August 2026
▪️Saturday 5th September 2026
▪️Saturday 3rd October 2026
▪️Saturday 31st October 2026
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
😋 Street Food Monthly, Hitchin - 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
✍️ TRADER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
Want to be part of our 10th year at Hitchin Street Food Monthly??
🌯 STREET FOOD TRADERS
Serving up bold, brilliant, can’t-stop-thinking-about-it food? Apply here:
🧀 ARTISAN MARKET TRADERS
Got a craft or product you'd love to show off? Think gifts, sauces, breads, butchery, woodwork, treats, and more. Apply here:
We’re proud to champion incredible independents and create a proper community atmosphere - great food, great people, great vibes. If you’ve got an outstanding product and a brilliant attitude, we want to hear from you.
🗓 HITCHIN STREET FOOD 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 16th April
▪️Thursday 7th May
▪️Thursday 4th June
▪️Thursday 2nd July
▪️Thursday 6th August
▪️Thursday 3rd September
▪️Thursday 1st October
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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⚙️ 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
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🖍 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
🚗 Blunham Classics Car Meet 2026
Time: 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 23rd April
▪️Thursday 28th May
▪️Thursday 25th June
▪️Thursday 23rd July
▪️Thursday 27th August
▪️Thursday 24th September
WHAT TO KNOW
🚗 Pre 2000 show cars only
🍔 Great food
🍻 Bar serving all evening
There’s plenty of room for everyone — whether you’re showing, spectating, or just soaking up the atmosphere.
Hosted by: Sunray
The team will be there to greet you all, question is will you be there???
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07787126230
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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🎤 Junior Open Mic - The Cellar Bar
Time: 17:00 - 19:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
▪️UNDER 18’S INFORMATION
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01234 815115
🍳 Veterans & Serving Breakfast Club - The Wingfield Club, Ampthill
Time: 09:30 - 11:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
Supporting our hero's. This includes Military, veterans, reservists, ex or serving fire police or ambulance plus immediate family members but the big theme is community support and integration.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th April
▪️Saturday 30th May
▪️Saturday 20th June
▪️Saturday 18th July
▪️Saturday 15th August
▪️Saturday 19th September
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: vblbreakfast@outlook.com
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
🎤 Dan Budd / Robbie Williams Tribute - Dunstable Downs Golf ClubWhipsnade Road
Time: 19:00 - 23:00 Price: £25.00
🤩 ABOUT
Featured on Britain’s Got Talent, Buzz Fest and much more.
🎟 TICKET COST:
£25 per person — limited tickets!
ℹ️ CONTACT/BOOKING ENQUIRIES
😋🎶 STREET FOOD HEROS IN DUNSTABLE 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
▪️TIME: 4PM - 9PM
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for an evening of amazing street food vendors serving a variety of delicious dishes!
🪑 Tables & chairs available
🎶 Music from Street Food DJ
🍻 Bar
🚻 Toilets open
🅿️ Free parking from 6pm
Bring your friends, come hungry, and enjoy a great atmosphere in the heart of Dunstable!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 31st May
▪️Thursday 18th June
▪️Thursday 16th July
▪️Thursday 20th August
▪️Thursday 17th September
🚘 🏍 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
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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⚙️ 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
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🛍 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 April 12th
▪️Sunday May 10th
▪️Sunday June 14th
▪️Sunday July 12th
▪️Sunday August 9th
▪️Sunday September 13th
▪️Sunday October 11th
▪️Sunday November 8th
▪️Sunday December 13th
🚘 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
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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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
🚗 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
⚙️ 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
🛍 Bedford (South) Jumble/Garage Sale Trail - September 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️Saturday 30th May: 10am - 2pm
▪️Sunday 6th September: 12pm - 4pm
✨️ DETAILS
These are like a Car Boot Sale but you Sell at your home address or we have a central place if you live outside these areas (London Rd, Mile Rd, Elstow Rd and Harrowden Rd).
Its £5 to Sell and this goes to a Local Charity. Whatever you make from Selling you keep.
🗺 ADDRESS FOR BUYERS
For more information and to get the Sellers addresses please join our Facebook page Bedford (South) Jumbe/Garage Sale Trail.
ℹ️ CONTACT INFORMATION:
⛪️ 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
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Wednesday 15th July
▪️Sunday 2nd August
▪️Wednesday 19th August
▪️Sunday 6th September
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Milton Ernest Garden Centre 2026
Time: 09:00 - 12:00
😀 BUYERS ENTRY: Free
(No buyers before 9am please)
ℹ️ NOTE TO SELLERS:
For sellers setting up takes place from 8am on our front lawn area and it is £8 for a car or £12 for a van. On arrival stallholders will set up on our front lawn area and we will collect your payment early on in the day.
✅️ HOW TO BOOK A PITCH....
Please arrive no earlier than 8am as the centre gates will not be open until then.
Bookings are taken on a first come first served basis by email only, providing your name, phone number, registration number and whether you have a car or van.
📧 Booking Email: Click here
🌸 THE GARDEN CENTRE
After checking the bargains at the car boot sale, why not have a browse in the garden centre and grab some brekky or lunch. A great Saturday morning.
🗓 2026 CAR BOOT SALE DATES:
▪️Saturday 7th March 2026
▪️Saturday 4th April 2026
▪️Saturday 2nd May 2026
▪️Saturday 6th June 2026
▪️Saturday 4th July 2026
▪️Saturday 1st August 2026
▪️Saturday 5th September 2026
▪️Saturday 3rd October 2026
▪️Saturday 31st October 2026
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
😋 Street Food Monthly, Hitchin - 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
✍️ TRADER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
Want to be part of our 10th year at Hitchin Street Food Monthly??
🌯 STREET FOOD TRADERS
Serving up bold, brilliant, can’t-stop-thinking-about-it food? Apply here:
🧀 ARTISAN MARKET TRADERS
Got a craft or product you'd love to show off? Think gifts, sauces, breads, butchery, woodwork, treats, and more. Apply here:
We’re proud to champion incredible independents and create a proper community atmosphere - great food, great people, great vibes. If you’ve got an outstanding product and a brilliant attitude, we want to hear from you.
🗓 HITCHIN STREET FOOD 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 16th April
▪️Thursday 7th May
▪️Thursday 4th June
▪️Thursday 2nd July
▪️Thursday 6th August
▪️Thursday 3rd September
▪️Thursday 1st October
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🏖 Southend Coach Trip from Luton & Dunstable - September 2026
Time: 08:30
Just a short journey from Luton, Southend offers the perfect mix of classic seaside
🚍 PICK-UP-POINTE
▪️8.30am - 25a Park Avenue, Sundon Park, Luton LU3 3BP (Free Car Parking)
▪️08.45am - Luton Interchange
(Bus Stop 4)
▪️09.15am - Dunstable Square
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £20
▪️Child: £15 (16 and under)
▪️Family: £55 (2 Adults & 2 Children)
*Please call us to book the Family Deal*
ℹ️ BOOKING
You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 722626
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
Related Blogs
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🏍 Bike Night 2026 - The Compasses, Greenfield
Time: 18:00
♨️ FOOD & DRINK
BBQ & Bar
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Tuesday 5th May
▪️Tuesday 2nd June
▪️Tuesday 7th July
▪️Tuesday 4th August
▪️Tuesday 1st September
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
🌐 Website: The Compasses, Greenfield
☎️ Phone: 01908 739536
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🎤 Live Music on the Jetty - The Kingfisher, Bedford
Time: 14:00 - 16:30
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Pull up a chair, order something cold, and let the music drift over the water as the evening rolls in. Whether you’re settling in for a long lazy afternoon or catching the sunset after dinner, there’s no better spot to soak it all in.
Blake Baker
▪️Sunday 30th August: 2-4:30pm –
Amy Gray & Steve Jones
▪️Monday 31st August: 2-4:30pm –
Laura Menozzi
🍽 WANT TO EAT?
Why not make a night of it and book a table for lunch/dinner? Book a Table
🌧 WHAT IF THE WEATHER ISN'T GREAT?
Of course, we’re in England — so if the weather has other ideas, we’ll bring the party inside and keep the good times going whatever the skies decide.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 270044
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
❓️🏖 Mystery Seaside Coach Tour August 2026 Leaving from Bedfordshire
Time: 07:00
The journey will take just over two hours, with a comfort stop along the way.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
If you have mobility issues, please inform us in advance, as we occasionally use a double-decker bus during high demand. Kindly let us know if you require assistance or cannot climb stairs.
🗺 PICK UP POINTS
📍Dunstable Square-Bus Stop
Dunstable Square Bus Stop
Bus Stop outside Morrisons
Bus Stop 4 Bus Interchange Luton Railway Station
Park Avenue, Sundon Park, Luton, LU3 3BP
Stopsley Memorial - Hitchin Road - Luton
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £28.00
▪️Child - Under 16: £18.00
▪️Front Seat Additional Cost: £6.00
▪️Single Seat Supplement: £10.00
▪️Select Seating Upgrade Rows 2 - 5: £3.00
▪️Bringing a Scooter (to go in the hold): £0.00
▪️Bringing a Walker/Rolator (to go in hold): £0.00
▪️Bringing a Wheelchair (to go in the hold): £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 722626
📧 Email: sales@threestarcoaches.com
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🕊 Willington Dovecote & Stables Free Entry Open Day 2026
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
🗓 2026 OPEN DAYS
▪️Sunday 28th June
▪️Sunday 26th July
▪️Sunday 30th August
☕️Facility Details
The stables has two floors, with the upper floor accessible via a steep staircase. To access the entrances to the Dovecote & Stables visitors will need to go over grass. The toilet in the church is an accessible one.
🅿️ Parking
The car park is situated near the Dovecote with brown signs in the village showing where to go.
🎤 Live Music on the Jetty - The Kingfisher, Bedford
Time: 14:00 - 16:30
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Pull up a chair, order something cold, and let the music drift over the water as the evening rolls in. Whether you’re settling in for a long lazy afternoon or catching the sunset after dinner, there’s no better spot to soak it all in.
Blake Baker
▪️Sunday 30th August: 2-4:30pm –
Amy Gray & Steve Jones
▪️Monday 31st August: 2-4:30pm –
Laura Menozzi
🍽 WANT TO EAT?
Why not make a night of it and book a table for lunch/dinner? Book a Table
🌧 WHAT IF THE WEATHER ISN'T GREAT?
Of course, we’re in England — so if the weather has other ideas, we’ll bring the party inside and keep the good times going whatever the skies decide.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 270044
🎉 Totally 90's Festival 2026 - Bedford
Time: 13:00 - 22:30
🗓 Saturday 29th August 2026:
⭐️The Chemical Brothers
⭐️Happy Mondays
⭐️Craig David
⭐️Alanis Morissette
⭐️The Red Hot Chilli Peppers
⭐️Robbie Williams
🗓 Sunday 30th August 2026:
⭐️Eminem
⭐️Britney
⭐️Oasis
⭐️Christina Aguilera
⭐️The Foo Fighters
⭐️Jennah - Club Bangers
🤩 WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT...
..plus kids entertainment, gladiator jousting, rodeo bull, great stalls, delicious food, licensed bar, mascot meet and greets (and dancing!) FREE graffiti art workshop....and re live your childhood in our (FREE) RETRO GAMING tent....all your favourite games consoles to play on all day completely free!
⭐️Limited parking at the venue, please book your car parking ticket (£5.00 + £1.00 booking fee) alongside your main tickets
⭐️No alcohol/food to be brought in or off premises (bar and food on site)
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️SATURDAY General Admission 12yrs+:
£23.00 + £1.25 booking fee
▪️SUNDAY General Admission 12+:
£23.00 + £1.25 booking fee
▪️WEEKEND General Admission 12+:
£40.00 + £1.50 booking fee
▪️Under 12: Free
▪️Carer: 1 free with a paying adult (proof of disability required eg DLA)
👀 KEEP UPDATED: Facebook
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: events@sixstarevents.com
📧 Email: Sarah@sixstarevents.com
☎️ Phone: 07947188628
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🎤 Live Music on the Jetty - The Kingfisher, Bedford
Time: 14:00 - 16:30
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Pull up a chair, order something cold, and let the music drift over the water as the evening rolls in. Whether you’re settling in for a long lazy afternoon or catching the sunset after dinner, there’s no better spot to soak it all in.
Blake Baker
▪️Sunday 30th August: 2-4:30pm –
Amy Gray & Steve Jones
▪️Monday 31st August: 2-4:30pm –
Laura Menozzi
🍽 WANT TO EAT?
Why not make a night of it and book a table for lunch/dinner? Book a Table
🌧 WHAT IF THE WEATHER ISN'T GREAT?
Of course, we’re in England — so if the weather has other ideas, we’ll bring the party inside and keep the good times going whatever the skies decide.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 270044
🎉 Totally 90's Festival 2026 - Bedford
Time: 13:00 - 22:30
🗓 Saturday 29th August 2026:
⭐️The Chemical Brothers
⭐️Happy Mondays
⭐️Craig David
⭐️Alanis Morissette
⭐️The Red Hot Chilli Peppers
⭐️Robbie Williams
🗓 Sunday 30th August 2026:
⭐️Eminem
⭐️Britney
⭐️Oasis
⭐️Christina Aguilera
⭐️The Foo Fighters
⭐️Jennah - Club Bangers
🤩 WHAT ELSE TO EXPECT...
..plus kids entertainment, gladiator jousting, rodeo bull, great stalls, delicious food, licensed bar, mascot meet and greets (and dancing!) FREE graffiti art workshop....and re live your childhood in our (FREE) RETRO GAMING tent....all your favourite games consoles to play on all day completely free!
⭐️Limited parking at the venue, please book your car parking ticket (£5.00 + £1.00 booking fee) alongside your main tickets
⭐️No alcohol/food to be brought in or off premises (bar and food on site)
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️SATURDAY General Admission 12yrs+:
£23.00 + £1.25 booking fee
▪️SUNDAY General Admission 12+:
£23.00 + £1.25 booking fee
▪️WEEKEND General Admission 12+:
£40.00 + £1.50 booking fee
▪️Under 12: Free
▪️Carer: 1 free with a paying adult (proof of disability required eg DLA)
👀 KEEP UPDATED: Facebook
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: events@sixstarevents.com
📧 Email: Sarah@sixstarevents.com
☎️ Phone: 07947188628
🎉 Schools Out Bounce Fridays! - The Kings Reach
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 17th July
▪️Friday 31st July
▪️Friday 14th August
▪️Friday 21st August
▪️Friday 28th August
🏰 EVENT DETAILS
FREE bouncy castles with A. T Amusements.
Perfect for the kids, stress-free for the grown-ups. Grab a drink, let the little ones burn off some energy, and enjoy a proper family Friday.
😋 FEELING HUNGRY?
Check the menu on the website here.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 667000
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🚗 Blunham Classics Car Meet 2026
Time: 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 23rd April
▪️Thursday 28th May
▪️Thursday 25th June
▪️Thursday 23rd July
▪️Thursday 27th August
▪️Thursday 24th September
WHAT TO KNOW
🚗 Pre 2000 show cars only
🍔 Great food
🍻 Bar serving all evening
There’s plenty of room for everyone — whether you’re showing, spectating, or just soaking up the atmosphere.
Hosted by: Sunray
The team will be there to greet you all, question is will you be there???
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07787126230
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
Related Blogs
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
⚙️ 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
🏃♀️Summer Run & Recovery Club - Shefford
Time: 08:30 - 10:30
▪️AGE: 18+
📍MEETING POINT & TIME
▪️Meet at ODS for 8:30am start
🗓 2026 DATES:
• June: Sat 13th + Sat 20th
• July: Sat 11th + Sun 26th
• August: Sat 1st + Sun 23rd
✨️ EVENT DETAILS
Join us for the perfect mix of movement, community, fresh air & post-run stretches this summer.
Whether you’re a regular runner, getting back into fitness, or simply want to move with lovely people in a relaxed and encouraging environment — this is for YOU
Each session includes:
🏃♀️ 45 min social run
🧘♀️ 30 min stretch session afterwards
☕ Coffee, tea & light snacks at ODS after
Expect:
✨ A welcoming, all-inclusive atmosphere
✨ Feel-good movement at your own pace
✨ Fresh air, connection & positive energy
✨ A supportive community vibe
✨ Summer mornings that leave you feeling AMAZING
INVESTMENT:
🎫 Single Session
• £15 Non-Members
• £14 Members
🎫 All 6 Sessions
• £85 Non-Members
• £80 Members
🌿 Come solo or bring a friend — everyone is welcome.Spaces are limited, so book early.
CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@onedragonfly.co.uk
🏖 Southend Coach Trip from Luton & Dunstable - August 2026
Time: 08:30
Just a short journey from Luton, Southend offers the perfect mix of classic seaside
🚍 PICK-UP-POINTE
▪️8.30am - 25a Park Avenue, Sundon Park, Luton LU3 3BP (Free Car Parking)
▪️08.45am - Luton Interchange
(Bus Stop 4)
▪️09.15am - Dunstable Square
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £20
▪️Child: £15 (16 and under)
▪️Family: £55 (2 Adults & 2 Children)
*Please call us to book the Family Deal*
ℹ️ BOOKING
You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 722626
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🎬 Outdoor Cinema August 2026 Weekend at Turvey House, Bedford
Time: 12:30 - 23:00
Enjoy films on the big screen with a relaxed summer atmosphere, perfect for families, friends and date nights.
🎬 Films showing Friday 21 August 2026:
• Beauty and the Beast: 2pm
• Pretty Woman: 8pm
🎬 Films showing Friday 22 August 2026:
• Sing: 2pm
• The Greatest Showman: 8pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎤 Live music before the films
🍿 Street food, popcorn & snacks
🍹 Fully stocked bar on site
🪑 VIP deckchair hire available
Bring a blanket or hire a deckchair and settle in for an unforgettable outdoor cinema experience.
📍 WHERE?
Turvey House, Bedfordshire
🎟 TICKET COST:
Ticket cost varies in price, please click on the event link to find out more.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@outdoorfilmclub.com
🎉 Schools Out Bounce Fridays! - The Kings Reach
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 17th July
▪️Friday 31st July
▪️Friday 14th August
▪️Friday 21st August
▪️Friday 28th August
🏰 EVENT DETAILS
FREE bouncy castles with A. T Amusements.
Perfect for the kids, stress-free for the grown-ups. Grab a drink, let the little ones burn off some energy, and enjoy a proper family Friday.
😋 FEELING HUNGRY?
Check the menu on the website here.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 667000
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🎬 Outdoor Cinema August 2026 Weekend at Turvey House, Bedford
Time: 12:30 - 23:00
Enjoy films on the big screen with a relaxed summer atmosphere, perfect for families, friends and date nights.
🎬 Films showing Friday 21 August 2026:
• Beauty and the Beast: 2pm
• Pretty Woman: 8pm
🎬 Films showing Friday 22 August 2026:
• Sing: 2pm
• The Greatest Showman: 8pm
WHAT TO EXPECT
🎤 Live music before the films
🍿 Street food, popcorn & snacks
🍹 Fully stocked bar on site
🪑 VIP deckchair hire available
Bring a blanket or hire a deckchair and settle in for an unforgettable outdoor cinema experience.
📍 WHERE?
Turvey House, Bedfordshire
🎟 TICKET COST:
Ticket cost varies in price, please click on the event link to find out more.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@outdoorfilmclub.com
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
😋🎶 STREET FOOD HEROS IN DUNSTABLE 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
▪️TIME: 4PM - 9PM
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for an evening of amazing street food vendors serving a variety of delicious dishes!
🪑 Tables & chairs available
🎶 Music from Street Food DJ
🍻 Bar
🚻 Toilets open
🅿️ Free parking from 6pm
Bring your friends, come hungry, and enjoy a great atmosphere in the heart of Dunstable!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 31st May
▪️Thursday 18th June
▪️Thursday 16th July
▪️Thursday 20th August
▪️Thursday 17th September
🏖 Southend Coach Trip from Luton & Dunstable - August 2026
Time: 08:30
Just a short journey from Luton, Southend offers the perfect mix of classic seaside
🚍 PICK-UP-POINTE
▪️8.30am - 25a Park Avenue, Sundon Park, Luton LU3 3BP (Free Car Parking)
▪️08.45am - Luton Interchange
(Bus Stop 4)
▪️09.15am - Dunstable Square
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £20
▪️Child: £15 (16 and under)
▪️Family: £55 (2 Adults & 2 Children)
*Please call us to book the Family Deal*
ℹ️ BOOKING
You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 722626
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🚘 🏍 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
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
Related Blogs
⛪️ 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 17th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Wednesday 15th July
▪️Sunday 2nd August
▪️Wednesday 19th August
▪️Sunday 6th September
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
⚙️ 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
🚂 Day Out With Thomas 2026 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 3 April
▪️Saturday 4 April
▪️Sunday 24 May
▪️Monday 25 May
▪️Saturday 15 August
▪️Sunday 16 August
▪️Saturday 17 October
▪️Sunday 18 October
🕥 TIMES:
We are open from 10.30am until 5pm and Thomas runs short train rides all day long, approx. every 20 minutes from 11am-4.30pm (with a break for lunch).
🚂💨 EVENT DETAILS
Hop onboard a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, also ride with either Percy or Mavis and say hi to Trevor the Traction Engine! Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytime and singalongs with him and Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty that’ll have the whole family dancing.
Enjoy a traction engine trailer ride, watch the exciting live shows, join in the Thomas & Friends character hunt, have fun with the garden games and keep the beat going in the Music Corner packed with music-inspired fun, plus so much more!
You can also ride our miniature railway, watch the model trains, wander the site and enjoy the tea cup rides – there so much to see and do ALL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFORMATION:
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🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Family of 3 (1 adult & 2 children): £43.20
▪️Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children: £63.72.l
▪️Adult: £20.90
▪️Child 2-17: £16.50
▪️Child Under 2: £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
🎤 Junior Open Mic - The Cellar Bar
Time: 17:00 - 19:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
▪️UNDER 18’S INFORMATION
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01234 815115
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🍳 Veterans & Serving Breakfast Club - The Wingfield Club, Ampthill
Time: 09:30 - 11:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
Supporting our hero's. This includes Military, veterans, reservists, ex or serving fire police or ambulance plus immediate family members but the big theme is community support and integration.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th April
▪️Saturday 30th May
▪️Saturday 20th June
▪️Saturday 18th July
▪️Saturday 15th August
▪️Saturday 19th September
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: vblbreakfast@outlook.com
🚂 Day Out With Thomas 2026 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 3 April
▪️Saturday 4 April
▪️Sunday 24 May
▪️Monday 25 May
▪️Saturday 15 August
▪️Sunday 16 August
▪️Saturday 17 October
▪️Sunday 18 October
🕥 TIMES:
We are open from 10.30am until 5pm and Thomas runs short train rides all day long, approx. every 20 minutes from 11am-4.30pm (with a break for lunch).
🚂💨 EVENT DETAILS
Hop onboard a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, also ride with either Percy or Mavis and say hi to Trevor the Traction Engine! Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytime and singalongs with him and Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty that’ll have the whole family dancing.
Enjoy a traction engine trailer ride, watch the exciting live shows, join in the Thomas & Friends character hunt, have fun with the garden games and keep the beat going in the Music Corner packed with music-inspired fun, plus so much more!
You can also ride our miniature railway, watch the model trains, wander the site and enjoy the tea cup rides – there so much to see and do ALL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFORMATION:
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Family of 3 (1 adult & 2 children): £43.20
▪️Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children: £63.72.l
▪️Adult: £20.90
▪️Child 2-17: £16.50
▪️Child Under 2: £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
🎉 Schools Out Bounce Fridays! - The Kings Reach
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 17th July
▪️Friday 31st July
▪️Friday 14th August
▪️Friday 21st August
▪️Friday 28th August
🏰 EVENT DETAILS
FREE bouncy castles with A. T Amusements.
Perfect for the kids, stress-free for the grown-ups. Grab a drink, let the little ones burn off some energy, and enjoy a proper family Friday.
😋 FEELING HUNGRY?
Check the menu on the website here.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 667000
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🚘 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
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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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
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
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⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🚗 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
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
⚙️ 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
🛍 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 April 12th
▪️Sunday May 10th
▪️Sunday June 14th
▪️Sunday July 12th
▪️Sunday August 9th
▪️Sunday September 13th
▪️Sunday October 11th
▪️Sunday November 8th
▪️Sunday December 13th
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🥂🍑 Bottomless Brunch with Butlers in the Buff - The Crown, Flitwick
Time: 14:00 - 16:00 Price: £50.00
▪️AGE: 18+
EVENT DETAILS
✨️ Bottomless Prosecco & Cocktails
✨️ Bottomless BBQ
✨️ 90's Cheese music into the evening too!
🎟 TICKET COST: £50 PP
You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS/ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01525 310136
🎸 Fictus Live - Punk Goes Pop at The Golden Bell, Leighton Buzzard
Time: 20:30
🍻 The Golden Bell is the perfect spot for live music, offering a great selection of drinks and a welcoming atmosphere. Gather your mates, grab a pint, and enjoy the show!
🎟️ FREE ENTRY!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 373330
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
😋 Street Food Monthly, Hitchin - 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
✍️ TRADER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
Want to be part of our 10th year at Hitchin Street Food Monthly??
🌯 STREET FOOD TRADERS
Serving up bold, brilliant, can’t-stop-thinking-about-it food? Apply here:
🧀 ARTISAN MARKET TRADERS
Got a craft or product you'd love to show off? Think gifts, sauces, breads, butchery, woodwork, treats, and more. Apply here:
We’re proud to champion incredible independents and create a proper community atmosphere - great food, great people, great vibes. If you’ve got an outstanding product and a brilliant attitude, we want to hear from you.
🗓 HITCHIN STREET FOOD 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 16th April
▪️Thursday 7th May
▪️Thursday 4th June
▪️Thursday 2nd July
▪️Thursday 6th August
▪️Thursday 3rd September
▪️Thursday 1st October
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
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⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🏍 Bike Night 2026 - The Compasses, Greenfield
Time: 18:00
♨️ FOOD & DRINK
BBQ & Bar
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Tuesday 5th May
▪️Tuesday 2nd June
▪️Tuesday 7th July
▪️Tuesday 4th August
▪️Tuesday 1st September
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
🌐 Website: The Compasses, Greenfield
☎️ Phone: 01908 739536
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🎭 The Tweflth Night - The Arches Theatre, Clifton Reynes
Time: 14:00 - 16:30
🏴☠️ ABOUT
Shipwrecked on the shore of Illyria, Viola disguises herself as a serving boy to gain employment with the lovelorn Duke Orsino, who yearns for the heart of the grieving Olivia. Meanwhile, Olivia's stewardess Malvolia runs foul of her mistress' drunken uncle Sir Toby Belch...
This performance takes place in the hardstanding in front of The Arches. Don’t forget to bring your own chair and a picnic to enjoy at our outdoor theatre. Please take a look at the ‘Your Visit’ section on our website to find out what to expect and what to bring with you. Refunds are only given if a performance is cancelled.
🌧 WHAT IF THE WEATHER ISN'T GREAT?
The shows will go on at The Arches Theatre whatever the weather. The decision to cancel a performance due to the weather is made at our discretion.
ℹ️ About us
ℹ️ Your visit to our open air theatre
🎟 TICKET COST: £18.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: david@thearchestheatre.co.uk
📧 Email: nicki@thearchestheatre.co.uk
🏖 Walton-on-the-Naze Coach Trip - Pick Up From Bedfordshire Locations
Time: 07:30
ℹ️ Visit Details: Sunday 2nd August 2026
You will have a minimum of 4 hours and 30 minutes from the moment you are dropped off. The designated drop-off and pick-up point for Walton on the Naze is at the Bus Stop along Princess Esplanade.
Walton-on-the-Naze, located on the Essex coast in the UK, is a charming seaside town with a mix of natural beauty, history, and outdoor activities. Here are some things you can do when visiting Walton-on-the-Naze.
♿️ Accessibility:
If you have mobility issues, please inform us in advance, as we occasionally use a double-decker bus during high demand. Kindly let us know if you require assistance or cannot climb stairs.
🚍 PICK UP TIMES
(THREE STAR COACHES)
📍Our Depot, Sundon Park, LU3 3BP -
7.30am
📍Luton Interchange Stop 4 -
7.45am
📍Dunstable Square-Bus Stop -
8.00am
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️£18 per Child (16 & Under)
▪️£28 per Adult
▪️£74 per Family (2 Adults + 2 Children)
*Please note that Family deals can only be booked over the phone*
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 722626
⚙️ 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
⛪️ 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
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Wednesday 15th July
▪️Sunday 2nd August
▪️Wednesday 19th August
▪️Sunday 6th September
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
🌸 Waresley Garden Centre - The LAWN, relax, play & eat
Time: 09:00 - 16:45
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️1st August - 31st August 2026
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Dive into affordable family fun with an array of lawn games and activities perfect for children!
Savour our special summer menu & tuck in to delicious ice creams. Picnic blankets will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own. No booking is required - just bring your loved ones and enjoy the sunshine!
📖 MENU
You can view the menus here.
🥪 CAFE OPENING TIMES
▪️Mon - Sat: 9.00am - 4.45pm
▪️Sun: 9.30am - 3.30pm
Although dogs are welcome throughout the shop, our Café is a dog free area (except assistance dogs). Dogs are allowed on our outdoor patio, which can be accessed via the plant canopy.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us: 01767 650249 or info@waresley.co.uk
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🎉 Kingfisher Karnival 2026 - Bedford
Time: 13:00 - 17:00
FREE ENTRY
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Live music, fairground rides, bouncy castles, a petting zoo, boat rides on Badger and lots of food and drink, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
▪️Please note: Activities will be subject to charges on the day, with a percentage of this going to charity.
🏃♀️Summer Run & Recovery Club - Shefford
Time: 08:30 - 10:30
▪️AGE: 18+
📍MEETING POINT & TIME
▪️Meet at ODS for 8:30am start
🗓 2026 DATES:
• June: Sat 13th + Sat 20th
• July: Sat 11th + Sun 26th
• August: Sat 1st + Sun 23rd
✨️ EVENT DETAILS
Join us for the perfect mix of movement, community, fresh air & post-run stretches this summer.
Whether you’re a regular runner, getting back into fitness, or simply want to move with lovely people in a relaxed and encouraging environment — this is for YOU
Each session includes:
🏃♀️ 45 min social run
🧘♀️ 30 min stretch session afterwards
☕ Coffee, tea & light snacks at ODS after
Expect:
✨ A welcoming, all-inclusive atmosphere
✨ Feel-good movement at your own pace
✨ Fresh air, connection & positive energy
✨ A supportive community vibe
✨ Summer mornings that leave you feeling AMAZING
INVESTMENT:
🎫 Single Session
• £15 Non-Members
• £14 Members
🎫 All 6 Sessions
• £85 Non-Members
• £80 Members
🌿 Come solo or bring a friend — everyone is welcome.Spaces are limited, so book early.
CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@onedragonfly.co.uk
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Milton Ernest Garden Centre 2026
Time: 09:00 - 12:00
😀 BUYERS ENTRY: Free
(No buyers before 9am please)
ℹ️ NOTE TO SELLERS:
For sellers setting up takes place from 8am on our front lawn area and it is £8 for a car or £12 for a van. On arrival stallholders will set up on our front lawn area and we will collect your payment early on in the day.
✅️ HOW TO BOOK A PITCH....
Please arrive no earlier than 8am as the centre gates will not be open until then.
Bookings are taken on a first come first served basis by email only, providing your name, phone number, registration number and whether you have a car or van.
📧 Booking Email: Click here
🌸 THE GARDEN CENTRE
After checking the bargains at the car boot sale, why not have a browse in the garden centre and grab some brekky or lunch. A great Saturday morning.
🗓 2026 CAR BOOT SALE DATES:
▪️Saturday 7th March 2026
▪️Saturday 4th April 2026
▪️Saturday 2nd May 2026
▪️Saturday 6th June 2026
▪️Saturday 4th July 2026
▪️Saturday 1st August 2026
▪️Saturday 5th September 2026
▪️Saturday 3rd October 2026
▪️Saturday 31st October 2026
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
🎉 Schools Out Bounce Fridays! - The Kings Reach
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 17th July
▪️Friday 31st July
▪️Friday 14th August
▪️Friday 21st August
▪️Friday 28th August
🏰 EVENT DETAILS
FREE bouncy castles with A. T Amusements.
Perfect for the kids, stress-free for the grown-ups. Grab a drink, let the little ones burn off some energy, and enjoy a proper family Friday.
😋 FEELING HUNGRY?
Check the menu on the website here.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 667000
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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📽 Free Open Air Cinema - Houghton Hall Park (Tickets needed)
Time: 14:00 - 18:40
📽 SHOWS
▪️GOAT at 2pm
▪️Wicked (Part 1) at 4pm.
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
You can book your FREE tickets by clicking here.
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
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⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
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🧸 Teddy Bears Picnic - Biddenham Village Hall
Time: 13:00 - 15:30
🗓 DATE & TIME
▪️Sunday 26th July 2026: 1pm-3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Little ones can enjoy their very own picnic box, while grown-ups relax with a hot drink and a delicious slice of homemade cake.
There’ll be plenty to keep everyone smiling, including crafts, games, and lots of teddy bear adventures. Don’t forget to bring your favourite cuddly friend along!
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children £6.00 + booking fee
(includes a picnic box)
▪️Adults £4.00 + booking fee -
(includes a hot drink & cake)
Under-18s must be accompanied by an adult. You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: enquiries@bedford.cats.org.uk
🎊 The Big Marston Festival 2026 - Marston Community Centre
Time: 13:00 - 17:00
ABOUT
We are bringing the ultimate family day out to Marston Moretaine, and you won’t want to miss a single second. Bring your family, your friends, and your appetite because we’ve got a massive lineup of fun:
🍦FOOD & DRINK
Delicious Street Food Trucks & Sweet Treats.
Mobile Bar serving up refreshing beverages.
Ice Cream to keep you cool.
🧁 STALLS
Artisan Cakes & Hand-Crafted Goodies.
Fun Stalls & Games with prizes to be won.
⚽️ FUN FOR KIDS
Huge Football Inflatables & a Fun Fair Ride.
🎶 ENTERTAINMENT
Live DJ spinning tracks all afternoon!
🪑 WHAT TO BRING
Limited seating is available, so feel free to bring your own picnic blankets and stay a while!
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is first-come, first-served.
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🚘 Pulloxhill Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 09:00 - 13:00
🕘 OPENING TIMES
▪️Sellers at 8.00 am
▪️Buyers at 9.00am
🪙 ENTRY FOR BUYERS: Buyers £1 only
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
▪️CARS, SUV's 4x4 Small vans £10
▪️Large VANS, £15
▪️All TRAILERS £5 each
Any helpers for sellers must be in the same vehicle for entry. No trading before 9am
💷 PLEASE NOTE:
Please have correct money at the gates as change won't be given.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07944 431757
Check on Facebook incase of any last minute closures.
🕊 Willington Dovecote & Stables Free Entry Open Day 2026
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
🗓 2026 OPEN DAYS
▪️Sunday 28th June
▪️Sunday 26th July
▪️Sunday 30th August
☕️Facility Details
The stables has two floors, with the upper floor accessible via a steep staircase. To access the entrances to the Dovecote & Stables visitors will need to go over grass. The toilet in the church is an accessible one.
🅿️ Parking
The car park is situated near the Dovecote with brown signs in the village showing where to go.
🔎 'The Da Vinci Code' (the stage play) presented by ACT Company - The Little Theatre, Dunstable
Time: 19:45 - 22:15
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES:
▪️Tues 21st July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Wed 22nd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Thur 23rd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Fri 24th July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Sat 25th July: 2.30pm - 5pm &
7.45pm - 10.15pm
AGE: Violent scenes are depicted and this play is not suitable for children under 12 years old.
▪️Running time: 2 hours with one interval of 20 minutes
ℹ️ ABOUT
Follow the pulse-racing journey as Professor Robert Langdon, and fellow cryptologist Sophie Neveu attempt to solve the riddles, leading to the works of Leonardo Da Vinci and beyond, deep into the vault of history. With guidance from teacher and friend Sir Leigh Teabing, Langdon and Neveu embark on a breathless race through the streets of Europe. The pair must decipher the labyrinthine code before a shocking historical secret is lost forever.
Based on the best-selling novel of this century, with over 100 million copies sold, unlock the secrets of The Da Vinci Code in this superb stage adaptation of the international phenomenon and uncover the truth in the greatest thriller of the past 2000 years.
“I am thrilled that The Da Vinci Code is being adapted for the stage, and excited to see the unique potential of live theatre enhance the story. The play is faithful to the book, but will also bring something new for the audience, in what is certain to be a gripping, fast-paced stage thriller and a thoroughly entertaining show.” Dan Brown
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Full: £18.00
▪️Concession: £16.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@actcompany.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 0800 020 9175
⚙️ 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
🚂 St Neots Miniature Railway 2026
Time: 12:00 - 16:00 Price: £1.50
🗓 2026 open days are:
▪️31st May
▪️14th June
▪️28th June
▪️12th July
▪️26th July
Can you help?
If you would like to drive or guard a train, or help in support roles on Sundays please let us know. secretary@riversiderailway.co.uk
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children & adults: £1.50
▪️Under 2's: Free
(Well behaved dogs on leads travel free of charge)
🏃♀️Summer Run & Recovery Club - Shefford
Time: 08:30 - 10:30
▪️AGE: 18+
📍MEETING POINT & TIME
▪️Meet at ODS for 8:30am start
🗓 2026 DATES:
• June: Sat 13th + Sat 20th
• July: Sat 11th + Sun 26th
• August: Sat 1st + Sun 23rd
✨️ EVENT DETAILS
Join us for the perfect mix of movement, community, fresh air & post-run stretches this summer.
Whether you’re a regular runner, getting back into fitness, or simply want to move with lovely people in a relaxed and encouraging environment — this is for YOU
Each session includes:
🏃♀️ 45 min social run
🧘♀️ 30 min stretch session afterwards
☕ Coffee, tea & light snacks at ODS after
Expect:
✨ A welcoming, all-inclusive atmosphere
✨ Feel-good movement at your own pace
✨ Fresh air, connection & positive energy
✨ A supportive community vibe
✨ Summer mornings that leave you feeling AMAZING
INVESTMENT:
🎫 Single Session
• £15 Non-Members
• £14 Members
🎫 All 6 Sessions
• £85 Non-Members
• £80 Members
🌿 Come solo or bring a friend — everyone is welcome.Spaces are limited, so book early.
CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@onedragonfly.co.uk
🏖 Southend Coach Trip from Luton & Dunstable - July 2026
Time: 08:30
Just a short journey from Luton, Southend offers the perfect mix of classic seaside
🚍 PICK-UP-POINTE
▪️8.30am - 25a Park Avenue, Sundon Park, Luton LU3 3BP (Free Car Parking)
▪️08.45am - Luton Interchange
(Bus Stop 4)
▪️09.15am - Dunstable Square
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £20
▪️Child: £15 (16 and under)
▪️Family: £55 (2 Adults & 2 Children)
*Please call us to book the Family Deal*
ℹ️ BOOKING
You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 722626
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 17:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🎧 OLDSKOOL GARAGE GARDEN PARTY- Family Steppers & Serious Blendz - The Golden Lion, Clifton
Time: 13:00 - 21:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Live DJs will be spinning classic UK Garage tunes on vinyl in the garden of the Golden Lion pub. Bouncy castle and garden games for the kids. Run by families for families.
Food Served throughout the day, free parking. Strictly Good vibes!
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
Click on the event link to book your free tickets.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01462 851345
🔎 'The Da Vinci Code' (the stage play) presented by ACT Company - The Little Theatre, Dunstable
Time: 14:30 - 22:15
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES:
▪️Tues 21st July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Wed 22nd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Thur 23rd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Fri 24th July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Sat 25th July: 2.30pm - 5pm &
7.45pm - 10.15pm
AGE: Violent scenes are depicted and this play is not suitable for children under 12 years old.
▪️Running time: 2 hours with one interval of 20 minutes
ℹ️ ABOUT
Follow the pulse-racing journey as Professor Robert Langdon, and fellow cryptologist Sophie Neveu attempt to solve the riddles, leading to the works of Leonardo Da Vinci and beyond, deep into the vault of history. With guidance from teacher and friend Sir Leigh Teabing, Langdon and Neveu embark on a breathless race through the streets of Europe. The pair must decipher the labyrinthine code before a shocking historical secret is lost forever.
Based on the best-selling novel of this century, with over 100 million copies sold, unlock the secrets of The Da Vinci Code in this superb stage adaptation of the international phenomenon and uncover the truth in the greatest thriller of the past 2000 years.
“I am thrilled that The Da Vinci Code is being adapted for the stage, and excited to see the unique potential of live theatre enhance the story. The play is faithful to the book, but will also bring something new for the audience, in what is certain to be a gripping, fast-paced stage thriller and a thoroughly entertaining show.” Dan Brown
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Full: £18.00
▪️Concession: £16.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@actcompany.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 0800 020 9175
🎉 Community and Culture Celebration 2026 - Milton Keynes Museum
Time: 10:30 - 16:30
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
A free, inclusive day bringing people together through creativity, heritage, and shared experiences.
• Free drop-in workshops
• Engaging live performances
• Opportunities to meet local groups
• A vibrant mix of makers, and creative stalls
Whether you want to take part, connect, or simply enjoy the atmosphere - there’s something for everyone.
✅️ ENTRY COST
The Museum will be FREE entry for the day, no pre-booking necessary.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY INFO
For accessible information click here to find out more.
🐶 DOG INFORMATION
They 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
👋 WANT TO GET INVOLVED?
If you’re interested in getting involved, MKM would love to hear from you. Our deadlines for applications are Monday 11th May 2026.
Contact Laura:
📧 Email:
Communityoutreach@mkmuseum.org.uk
ℹ️ INFORMATION
Community and Culture Celebration is made possible by Milton Keynes Community Foundation. Thanks to its donors MKM are able to run this event for its second year - bringing a free, inclusive festival which celebrates our local diversity and heritage, through hands-on activity, performance, and community interpretation.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 17:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🎭 Family Puppetry Show - Quarry Theatre, Bedford
Time: 15:00 - 15:50
🎭 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join Prince Fritz on an enchanting journey filled with music, mischief, and storytelling for all ages at The Quarry Theatre, Bedford on Saturday 24th July 2026.
The Untold Fable of Fritz is perfect for families looking for a fun and imaginative day out.
ℹ️ QUARRY THEATRE FAQ'S
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Standard: £10.00
▪️Concession: £8.00
▪️Additional £3.00 booking fee applies per order
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Event Organise Email: unsettledtheatre@gmail.com
☎️ Quarry Theatre Box Office Phone Number:
01234 362337
📧 Quarry Theatre Box Office Email :
boxoffice@quarrytheatre.org.uk
🔎 'The Da Vinci Code' (the stage play) presented by ACT Company - The Little Theatre, Dunstable
Time: 19:45 - 22:15
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES:
▪️Tues 21st July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Wed 22nd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Thur 23rd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Fri 24th July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Sat 25th July: 2.30pm - 5pm &
7.45pm - 10.15pm
AGE: Violent scenes are depicted and this play is not suitable for children under 12 years old.
▪️Running time: 2 hours with one interval of 20 minutes
ℹ️ ABOUT
Follow the pulse-racing journey as Professor Robert Langdon, and fellow cryptologist Sophie Neveu attempt to solve the riddles, leading to the works of Leonardo Da Vinci and beyond, deep into the vault of history. With guidance from teacher and friend Sir Leigh Teabing, Langdon and Neveu embark on a breathless race through the streets of Europe. The pair must decipher the labyrinthine code before a shocking historical secret is lost forever.
Based on the best-selling novel of this century, with over 100 million copies sold, unlock the secrets of The Da Vinci Code in this superb stage adaptation of the international phenomenon and uncover the truth in the greatest thriller of the past 2000 years.
“I am thrilled that The Da Vinci Code is being adapted for the stage, and excited to see the unique potential of live theatre enhance the story. The play is faithful to the book, but will also bring something new for the audience, in what is certain to be a gripping, fast-paced stage thriller and a thoroughly entertaining show.” Dan Brown
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Full: £18.00
▪️Concession: £16.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@actcompany.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 0800 020 9175
🎧 Hudfest 2026 - Flitwick Lodge
Time: 18:00 - 00:00
🔥 ABOUT
Our customers describe it as a “mini-Glastonbury in Flitwick” due to the beautiful venue, layout and vibe.
🗓 2026 DATE & TIME
▪️24th July 2026
▪️6pm - 12am
🎤 Headliners include:
✨ Viva La Vida (Coldplay Tribute)
✨ Swift & Styles (Taylor & Harry Tribute)
✨ Twice Over (Local Acoustic incredible singer/song writer duo)
And that’s just the beginning! Our incredible lineup features:
🎧 Brett Hudson
🎧 Sid Hudson
🎧 Andy Chesham (Vinyl Records)
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Advance: £25
▪️On the night: £30
(18+ with ID, ages 14+ must be accompanied)
FOOD & DRINK
🍸 Enjoy a fully licensed bar
🍔 Tasty food trucks (eSKAbarschillgrill & The Pizza Post)
📍 LOCATION
at Flitwick Lodge, MK45 5AN. Easy limited parking and just 5 minutes from Flitwick Train Station!
🎟 BOOK TICKETS
Secure your place here
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: Contact@hudfest.com
📘 Facebook: Click here
📸 Instagram: instagram.com/Hudfest_/
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 17:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
Related Blogs
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🔎 'The Da Vinci Code' (the stage play) presented by ACT Company - The Little Theatre, Dunstable
Time: 19:45 - 22:15
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES:
▪️Tues 21st July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Wed 22nd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Thur 23rd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Fri 24th July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Sat 25th July: 2.30pm - 5pm &
7.45pm - 10.15pm
AGE: Violent scenes are depicted and this play is not suitable for children under 12 years old.
▪️Running time: 2 hours with one interval of 20 minutes
ℹ️ ABOUT
Follow the pulse-racing journey as Professor Robert Langdon, and fellow cryptologist Sophie Neveu attempt to solve the riddles, leading to the works of Leonardo Da Vinci and beyond, deep into the vault of history. With guidance from teacher and friend Sir Leigh Teabing, Langdon and Neveu embark on a breathless race through the streets of Europe. The pair must decipher the labyrinthine code before a shocking historical secret is lost forever.
Based on the best-selling novel of this century, with over 100 million copies sold, unlock the secrets of The Da Vinci Code in this superb stage adaptation of the international phenomenon and uncover the truth in the greatest thriller of the past 2000 years.
“I am thrilled that The Da Vinci Code is being adapted for the stage, and excited to see the unique potential of live theatre enhance the story. The play is faithful to the book, but will also bring something new for the audience, in what is certain to be a gripping, fast-paced stage thriller and a thoroughly entertaining show.” Dan Brown
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Full: £18.00
▪️Concession: £16.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@actcompany.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 0800 020 9175
🚗 Blunham Classics Car Meet 2026
Time: 17:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 23rd April
▪️Thursday 28th May
▪️Thursday 25th June
▪️Thursday 23rd July
▪️Thursday 27th August
▪️Thursday 24th September
WHAT TO KNOW
🚗 Pre 2000 show cars only
🍔 Great food
🍻 Bar serving all evening
There’s plenty of room for everyone — whether you’re showing, spectating, or just soaking up the atmosphere.
Hosted by: Sunray
The team will be there to greet you all, question is will you be there???
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07787126230
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 17:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10 am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
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⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🔎 'The Da Vinci Code' (the stage play) presented by ACT Company - The Little Theatre, Dunstable
Time: 19:45 - 22:15
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES:
▪️Tues 21st July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Wed 22nd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Thur 23rd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Fri 24th July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Sat 25th July: 2.30pm - 5pm &
7.45pm - 10.15pm
AGE: Violent scenes are depicted and this play is not suitable for children under 12 years old.
▪️Running time: 2 hours with one interval of 20 minutes
ℹ️ ABOUT
Follow the pulse-racing journey as Professor Robert Langdon, and fellow cryptologist Sophie Neveu attempt to solve the riddles, leading to the works of Leonardo Da Vinci and beyond, deep into the vault of history. With guidance from teacher and friend Sir Leigh Teabing, Langdon and Neveu embark on a breathless race through the streets of Europe. The pair must decipher the labyrinthine code before a shocking historical secret is lost forever.
Based on the best-selling novel of this century, with over 100 million copies sold, unlock the secrets of The Da Vinci Code in this superb stage adaptation of the international phenomenon and uncover the truth in the greatest thriller of the past 2000 years.
“I am thrilled that The Da Vinci Code is being adapted for the stage, and excited to see the unique potential of live theatre enhance the story. The play is faithful to the book, but will also bring something new for the audience, in what is certain to be a gripping, fast-paced stage thriller and a thoroughly entertaining show.” Dan Brown
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Full: £18.00
▪️Concession: £16.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@actcompany.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 0800 020 9175
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
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.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
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.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🚘 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
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Time: 10:00 - 17:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10 am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
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😋 Pensioners Lunch Club - The Crown, Flitwick
Time: 12:00 - 14:00 Price: £7.65
🗓 WHEN?
▪️Every Tuesday between 12pm - 2pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Grab a meal and a hot drink for just £7.95 and some company! If you haven't been before - it's an absolute bargain!
Meals vary each week and you can pick from three options!
Come on your own or with someone! A warm welcome awaits either way! There is always a spare seat at the table so come and make some new friends!
It continues to grow each week and we are now seeing lots of regulars! We don't check your age, if you want to join please come along!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 310136
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
Related Blogs
🔎 'The Da Vinci Code' (the stage play) presented by ACT Company - The Little Theatre, Dunstable
Time: 19:45 - 22:15
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES:
▪️Tues 21st July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Wed 22nd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Thur 23rd July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Fri 24th July: 7.45pm - 10.15pm
▪️Sat 25th July: 2.30pm - 5pm &
7.45pm - 10.15pm
AGE: Violent scenes are depicted and this play is not suitable for children under 12 years old.
▪️Running time: 2 hours with one interval of 20 minutes
ℹ️ ABOUT
Follow the pulse-racing journey as Professor Robert Langdon, and fellow cryptologist Sophie Neveu attempt to solve the riddles, leading to the works of Leonardo Da Vinci and beyond, deep into the vault of history. With guidance from teacher and friend Sir Leigh Teabing, Langdon and Neveu embark on a breathless race through the streets of Europe. The pair must decipher the labyrinthine code before a shocking historical secret is lost forever.
Based on the best-selling novel of this century, with over 100 million copies sold, unlock the secrets of The Da Vinci Code in this superb stage adaptation of the international phenomenon and uncover the truth in the greatest thriller of the past 2000 years.
“I am thrilled that The Da Vinci Code is being adapted for the stage, and excited to see the unique potential of live theatre enhance the story. The play is faithful to the book, but will also bring something new for the audience, in what is certain to be a gripping, fast-paced stage thriller and a thoroughly entertaining show.” Dan Brown
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Full: £18.00
▪️Concession: £16.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: info@actcompany.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 0800 020 9175
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🌞 Pauline Quirke Academy, Bedford - Summer Academy 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIME
▪️Monday 20 Jul 2026 - Friday 24th July
▪️10:00am - 4:00pm
▪️AGES 6 - 18
Our engaging 5 days are designed for children aged 6-18 who have a passion for Comedy & Drama, Musical Theatre, and Film and Television.
Why Choose Us:
✅️ Experienced and enthusiastic teachers and industry professionals dedicated to nurturing your child's talents.
✅️ A safe and supportive environment where creativity thrives.
✅️ Opportunities for personal growth, teamwork, and friendship.
✅️ Enrol Today! Don't miss out on the opportunity to make this summer unforgettable for your child!
💥 DISCOUNT CODE: WHATSUPBEDS2026
Exclusive 10% off when using the code above.
🎟 TICKET COST: £180.00
Ticket includes one paying student attending five day summer school. You can purchase tickets via the event link.
ℹ️CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: gemma.mcdermott@pqacademy.com
🐷 Summer Farm Day 2026 - Woad Farm, Buckinghmshire
Time: 11:00 - 15:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
At the farm we have a range of animals including: Goats, Ducks, Sheep, Cows, Pigs, Rabbits, Chickens and Guinea pigs. You will have the opportunity to meet our animals. There will also be crafting activities, a bake sale and an opportunity to explore the forest area too.
Bring your picnic to enjoy being in an environment surrounded by nature.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult Ticket: £5.00
▪️Admission for 1 adult
▪️Kids Ticket (age 1 - 16): £5.00
▪️Children aged over 1-16
▪️Baby Ticket (under 1): £0.00
▪️Family Ticket (2 adults & 2 children): £15.00
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: hello@thewoadfarmproject.org.uk
☎️ Phone: 07762 711 783
🛶 Bedford River Festival 2026
Time: 10:00 - 20:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July: 10am - 10.30pm
▪️Sunday 19th July: 10am - 8pm
🌟 ILLUMINATED BOAT LIGHT PARADE: ▪️Saturday 18th July: Approx 9pm
🎶 SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Song Squad
1:00pm - Chloë Wilson
2:00pm - Dois Padres
3:00pm - Gemma Rogers
4:00pm - Not A Band
5:30pm - Sambroso Allstars
7:10pm - The Beat ft. Rankin Junior
9:00pm.- The Rave Returns - The Drum & Bass Band
🚣♀️ SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️2pm-2:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️4pm-4:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️9:00pm (approximately)- Illuminated Boat Light Parade
🎶 SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Bedford Rock Choir
1:00pm - The Greensands
2:00pm - Bold As Love
3:15pm - The Ouse Valley Singles Club
4:55pm - Laid Blak
6:30pm - Uncle Funk’s Disco Inferno
🚣♀️ SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️12:00pm - Stand Up Paddleboard Race
▪️1:00pm-1:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️1:30pm-2:00pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️2:45pm-3:00pm - Raft Race Heat 1
▪️3:00pm-3:15pm - Raft Race Heat 2
▪️3:30pm-3:45pm - Raft Race Final
WHAT TO EXPECT ALL WEEKEND
🍔 Food & Drink Options
(Vegan & Gluten free available)
🎷 Bands on the Bridge
🚘 Bedford Festival of Motoring and Bedford Music Service Stage
🎶 Mill Meadows and Community Stage
🧘♀️ Green Earth Village and The Embankment
🚣♂️ River activities
🎉 Russell Park & Main Stage
👨👩👦 St Mary’s Gardens, Family Island including SEND
💦 Sports Island and Water Sports Arena
🅿️♿️ BLUE BADGE PARKING
There will be a designated car park available for blue badge holders only off Longholme Way/Cardington Road roundabout. The postcode is MK42 0BX, and in St Marys Car Park (in between Borough Hall and Bedford College) Cauldwell Street (MK42 9AP). A blue badge will be required.
❓️FAQ'S
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🌸 Shefford Maze 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 OPENING TIMES FROM 15/03/26:
▪️Open 10am - 4pm
▪️Open every Sunday
▪️Every bank holiday
▪️Monday and Fridays during school holidays.
WHAT TO EXPECT
🌼 A beautiful unique garden leading onto the maze. You will get lost!
🛝 Play equipment such as toddler cars, toddler slides.
🥪 A picnic area with a couple of benches, as there are were only a few it might be worth taking a blanket to sit on which we did.
🚫 No dogs allowed
♿️ NOT ACCESSIBLE
The maze itself isn't suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs as it can be quite narrow inparts and has uneven ground.
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED
▪️Cash or card
▪️Adults & children aged over 5: £6pp
▪️4 People: £20
▪️Under 5: Free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES CONTACT DAN
☎️ Phone: 07510 935 124
📧 Email: hoohillmaze@hotmail.com
✨️ Stewkley Pegasus Psychic Fayre 2026
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🦄 WHAT TO EXPECT
Stalls to browse for lovely unique gift ideas, healing, selection of readers doing 1-1 private readings
Come along for relaxing and uplifting day with Pegasus - psychics and mediumship readings, healing, plus a great selection of stalls to explore.
Whether you’re seeking guidance or great day out with like minded souls, everyone is welcome here at my events
🔮 Readers
🎁 Retail Stalla
☕️ Refreshments available
💗 Free entry
🦄 Under 16’s welcome
🅿️ Free Parking
🚘 Pulloxhill Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 09:00 - 13:00
🕘 OPENING TIMES
▪️Sellers at 8.00 am
▪️Buyers at 9.00am
🪙 ENTRY FOR BUYERS: Buyers £1 only
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
▪️CARS, SUV's 4x4 Small vans £10
▪️Large VANS, £15
▪️All TRAILERS £5 each
Any helpers for sellers must be in the same vehicle for entry. No trading before 9am
💷 PLEASE NOTE:
Please have correct money at the gates as change won't be given.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07944 431757
Check on Facebook incase of any last minute closures.
🐐 Dad's Go FREE at Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park, Buckinghmshire
Time: 10:00 - 17:30
👨 DADS GO FREE
Our Dads Go Free promotion will run from Friday 19th June to Sunday 21st June 2026.
Head down to the farm with Dad for animal adventures and outdoor fun in the beautiful Buckinghamshire countryside.
ℹ️ OFFER DETAILS
Dad's and Grandad's go FREE from Friday 19 to Sunday 21 June 2026 with code:
💥DADSGOFREE26 (enter at checkout when booking tickets online).
▪️Non-members: 1 free adult ticket with a full paying child ticket. Under 1's tickets are not eligible.
▪️Members: 1 free adult ticket per booking.
Don't miss out on:
- ✨️Animal Barn
- ✨️Wildlife Zone
- ✨️Deer Meadow - new for 2025!
- ✨️Creature Corner
- ✨️Outdoor paddocks
- ✨️Chicken Walkthrough
- ✨️Goat Walkthrough
Our farm park offers oodles of free-range fun with;
- ⭐️Pedal Go Karts
- ⭐️Bouncy Pillows
- ⭐️Adventure Playgrounds
- ⭐️Sand & Water Play Zone
- ⭐️Indoor Soft Play
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Standard Adult: From £10.00 to £15.95
▪️Standard Child: From £10.00 to £15.95
▪️Standard Toddler: From £5.00 to £7.98
▪️Standard Under 1’s: Free
▪️Carer: Free
(Use code: DADSGOFREE26)
🏖 Southend Coach Trip from Luton & Dunstable - July 2026
Time: 08:30
Just a short journey from Luton, Southend offers the perfect mix of classic seaside
🚍 PICK-UP-POINTE
▪️8.30am - 25a Park Avenue, Sundon Park, Luton LU3 3BP (Free Car Parking)
▪️08.45am - Luton Interchange
(Bus Stop 4)
▪️09.15am - Dunstable Square
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £20
▪️Child: £15 (16 and under)
▪️Family: £55 (2 Adults & 2 Children)
*Please call us to book the Family Deal*
ℹ️ BOOKING
You can book tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01582 722626
🎤 Junior Open Mic - The Cellar Bar
Time: 17:00 - 19:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
▪️UNDER 18’S INFORMATION
ℹ️ CONTACT NUMBER FOR ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01234 815115
🛶 Bedford River Festival 2026
Time: 10:00 - 22:30
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July: 10am - 10.30pm
▪️Sunday 19th July: 10am - 8pm
🌟 ILLUMINATED BOAT LIGHT PARADE: ▪️Saturday 18th July: Approx 9pm
🎶 SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Song Squad
1:00pm - Chloë Wilson
2:00pm - Dois Padres
3:00pm - Gemma Rogers
4:00pm - Not A Band
5:30pm - Sambroso Allstars
7:10pm - The Beat ft. Rankin Junior
9:00pm.- The Rave Returns - The Drum & Bass Band
🚣♀️ SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️2pm-2:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️4pm-4:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️9:00pm (approximately)- Illuminated Boat Light Parade
🎶 SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Bedford Rock Choir
1:00pm - The Greensands
2:00pm - Bold As Love
3:15pm - The Ouse Valley Singles Club
4:55pm - Laid Blak
6:30pm - Uncle Funk’s Disco Inferno
🚣♀️ SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️12:00pm - Stand Up Paddleboard Race
▪️1:00pm-1:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️1:30pm-2:00pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️2:45pm-3:00pm - Raft Race Heat 1
▪️3:00pm-3:15pm - Raft Race Heat 2
▪️3:30pm-3:45pm - Raft Race Final
WHAT TO EXPECT ALL WEEKEND
🍔 Food & Drink Options
(Vegan & Gluten free available)
🎷 Bands on the Bridge
🚘 Bedford Festival of Motoring and Bedford Music Service Stage
🎶 Mill Meadows and Community Stage
🧘♀️ Green Earth Village and The Embankment
🚣♂️ River activities
🎉 Russell Park & Main Stage
👨👩👦 St Mary’s Gardens, Family Island including SEND
💦 Sports Island and Water Sports Arena
🅿️♿️ BLUE BADGE PARKING
There will be a designated car park available for blue badge holders only off Longholme Way/Cardington Road roundabout. The postcode is MK42 0BX, and in St Marys Car Park (in between Borough Hall and Bedford College) Cauldwell Street (MK42 9AP). A blue badge will be required.
❓️FAQ'S
💦 Aqua Park Session (ages 6+) - Box End Park, Kempston
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🗓 SUMMER 2026 TIMES
▪️Monday - Friday: 12pm - 5pm
▪️Saturday- Sunday: 11am - 4pm
👨👦👦AGE & HEIGHT RESTRICTIONS
Must be aged 6yrs + and over 1.1m tall (110cm+)
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Our Aqua Park is suitable for all ages 6yrs+ and over 1.1m tall. The ultimate outdoor watersports experience for families & groups - climb, leap, bounce & splash your way around both inflatable courses packed with fun obstacles. Explore 2 giant courses during your session (rotating after 30-mins) - twice the fun for the same price! How long will you stay dry?
🧦 Grip socks (or soft-sole water shoes): Optional, but recommended for extra comfort and grip. Socks are available to buy on the day. Wetsuits are also optional, but recommended & can hired on the day or pre-booked.
🏊♂️ Participants must be able to swim at least 50 metres while wearing a buoyancy aid and be comfortable falling into open water.
👨👧👦 Children aged 6-9yrs:
Must be accompanied by an adult on the Aqua Park aged 17yrs+ (1 adult : 3 kids ratio).
👨👦Child Supervision Policy:
For the safety and wellbeing of all guests, children aged 16 years and under must remain under the supervision of a responsible adult (aged 17 years or over) at all times while on site.
🕙 Arrival Times:
Please check-in at least 45 minutes before your session. This gives you time to check-in at reception, kit up & attend the group safety briefing (10-mins before). If you’re running late, we’ll do our best to get you onto your booked session, but this may require re-scheduling to the next available session or day.
🌧 Cancellations & Weather:
All bookings are non-refundable. However, if you notify us more than 7 working days prior to your scheduled session, we’ll be happy to discuss rescheduling your booking or issuing a credit for future use.
In the event of extreme weather conditions - such as lightning, high winds or flooding - Box End Park may need to cancel sessions for safety reasons. Should this occur, we will offer the option to reschedule your booking or provide a credit.
🎟 TICKET COST
▪️Individual Ticket: £17.50
▪️4-Person Ticket: £60.00
🎫 OPTIONAL COSTS
▪️Wetsuit Hire: £5.00
▪️Grip Socks: £2.50
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@boxendpark.com
⚽️ Summer Games Trail 2026 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
Bring the whole family along to Jordans Mill and join our Summer Games Trail this 2026. A fun challenge that turns your visit into a playful quest around our beautiful grounds.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th July – Wednesday 2nd September 2026 (Open 7 days a week)
⏰ Time: 9:30am – 3:30pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Take on 10 exciting games and activities along the trail, including a 50m sprint, football shootout, limbo challenge, pinball game, obstacle course and more. Record your scores as you go and see if you can become the ultimate Summer Games champion!
☕️ THE RIVERSIDE CAFE
Details & menus can be seen here.
💷 COST: £4 per child
Includes trail sheet and a prize. No booking required. Pay on entry.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook Post from a previous visit here.
🎉 Family Festival of Fun 2026 - Stockwood Park Luton Rugby Club, Luton
Time: 11:00 - 17:00 Price: £3.00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
☀️ Giant Bouncy Castles – Jump, bounce, and play all day!
☀️ Retro Fete Games & Rides – Classic games, great prizes, and friendly competition.
☀️ Animal Encounters – Get up close with some amazing creatures.
☀️ Meet Your Heroes – Say hello to Disney princesses and beloved superheroes!
☀️ Food & Drink Galore:
From sweet treats to savoury bites, there’s something for every appetite. Enjoy popcorn, candy floss, and family favourites—plus a fully stocked bar for the grown-ups!
☀️ Non-Stop Entertainment:
Music, dancing, and entertainment to keep the party going from start to finish.
☀️ Fun for the Kids:
Face painting, arts & crafts, and interactive activities to spark their creativity.
☀️ Shop Local:
Browse unique stalls filled with gifts, crafts, and treasures.
🎟 Epic Raffle Draw:
Win amazing prizes—some worth over £200!
🎟 TICKET COST: £3.00pp
Grab your tickets now via the even link and join the fun for just £3 per person!
🍳 Veterans & Serving Breakfast Club - The Wingfield Club, Ampthill
Time: 09:30 - 11:00
ℹ️ ABOUT
Supporting our hero's. This includes Military, veterans, reservists, ex or serving fire police or ambulance plus immediate family members but the big theme is community support and integration.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Saturday 18th April
▪️Saturday 30th May
▪️Saturday 20th June
▪️Saturday 18th July
▪️Saturday 15th August
▪️Saturday 19th September
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: vblbreakfast@outlook.com
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
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✨️ Flitton Food Fest 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
WHAT FOOD?
🍔 eSKAbars Chill Grill
🍕 Wesley Artisan Wood Fired Pizzeria
🌮 Chai Stall Indian Street Food
🍜 Maya Street Food (Korean)
🧀 Little Dutch Bites
☕ Clumsy Mare serving quality barista coffee
🍦 Plus our ice cream van for those wanting something to cool down!
WHAT ELSE?
🎸 Live music from David Duffy
🎧 DJ Carly C
🍺 Licensed Bar
Bring your family, bring your friends, and help us make it another brilliant community event.
🎉 Schools Out Bounce Fridays! - The Kings Reach
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 17th July
▪️Friday 31st July
▪️Friday 14th August
▪️Friday 21st August
▪️Friday 28th August
🏰 EVENT DETAILS
FREE bouncy castles with A. T Amusements.
Perfect for the kids, stress-free for the grown-ups. Grab a drink, let the little ones burn off some energy, and enjoy a proper family Friday.
😋 FEELING HUNGRY?
Check the menu on the website here.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 667000
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
😋🎶 STREET FOOD HEROS IN DUNSTABLE 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
▪️TIME: 4PM - 9PM
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for an evening of amazing street food vendors serving a variety of delicious dishes!
🪑 Tables & chairs available
🎶 Music from Street Food DJ
🍻 Bar
🚻 Toilets open
🅿️ Free parking from 6pm
Bring your friends, come hungry, and enjoy a great atmosphere in the heart of Dunstable!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 31st May
▪️Thursday 18th June
▪️Thursday 16th July
▪️Thursday 20th August
▪️Thursday 17th September
🚘 🏍 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
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌹 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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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
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Wednesday 15th July
▪️Sunday 2nd August
▪️Wednesday 19th August
▪️Sunday 6th September
😋 Pensioners Lunch Club - The Crown, Flitwick
Time: 12:00 - 14:00 Price: £7.65
🗓 WHEN?
▪️Every Tuesday between 12pm - 2pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Grab a meal and a hot drink for just £7.95 and some company! If you haven't been before - it's an absolute bargain!
Meals vary each week and you can pick from three options!
Come on your own or with someone! A warm welcome awaits either way! There is always a spare seat at the table so come and make some new friends!
It continues to grow each week and we are now seeing lots of regulars! We don't check your age, if you want to join please come along!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 310136
🚗 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
🍻 Stony Stratford Cricket Club Beer Festival 2026
Time: 12:00 - 18:00
Whether you’re heading over for a relaxed drink with friends, some live entertainment, or a family-friendly day out, this popular local festival promises plenty to enjoy across the whole weekend.
🗓 FRIDAY 10TH JULY: 5pm –11pm
- ▪️6:00 pm – Rhythm Street
- ▪️8:00 pm – Funk Odyssey
- The Food Hog
- Ghurka Street Food
- Howe & Co
- Wood-Oven Pizza
- Ice Cream
- Biscuiterie
- Slush Central
🗓 SATURDAY 11TH JULY: 12pm –11pm
- ▪️2:00 pm – Cat Elliott
- ▪️3:00 pm – The Dilemma
- ▪️4:00 pm – Herr of the Dog
- ▪️5:00 pm – Maggie Moulds
- ▪️8:00 pm – The Highwires
- Free inflatables for children
- A free tuck-shop token with every child’s ticket
- The Food Hog
- Willie’s Garden Kitchen
- Ghurka Street Food
- Howe & Co
- Wood-Oven Pizza
- Ice Cream
- Slush Central
🗓 SUNDAY 12TH JULY: 12pm – 6pm
- ▪️12:00 noon – Amppari
- ▪️1:00 pm – FOUR PM
- ▪️3:00 pm – The Estrellas
- Reggie’s Diner
- Little Oven of Joy
- Ice Cream
- Biscuiterie
✨️ Beer, wine, prosecco & non-alcoholic choices
✨️ Live music every day of the festival from a wide variety of bands
✨️ Family zone
✨️ Festival cup and programme included with tickets
✨️ Free children’s entertainment inside the ground, including bouncy castles
🎶 FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN
This is more than just a beer festival - it’s designed as a welcoming summer event for all ages.
✅️ INCLUDED WITH ALL TICKETS
Live music, family zone, festival cup, programme and no booking or processing fees.
🎟 BOOK TICKETS
Book on the website via the event link
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: commercial@stonystratfordcc.co.uk
🌐 Facebook Event Page
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
🌸 Shefford Maze 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 OPENING TIMES FROM 15/03/26:
▪️Open 10am - 4pm
▪️Open every Sunday
▪️Every bank holiday
▪️Monday and Fridays during school holidays.
WHAT TO EXPECT
🌼 A beautiful unique garden leading onto the maze. You will get lost!
🛝 Play equipment such as toddler cars, toddler slides.
🥪 A picnic area with a couple of benches, as there are were only a few it might be worth taking a blanket to sit on which we did.
🚫 No dogs allowed
♿️ NOT ACCESSIBLE
The maze itself isn't suitable for pushchairs or wheelchairs as it can be quite narrow inparts and has uneven ground.
🎟 NO BOOKING REQUIRED
▪️Cash or card
▪️Adults & children aged over 5: £6pp
▪️4 People: £20
▪️Under 5: Free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES CONTACT DAN
☎️ Phone: 07510 935 124
📧 Email: hoohillmaze@hotmail.com
🎶 Ampthill Big Tent Weekend 2026
Time: 18:00 - 22:30
✨️ EVENT DETAILS
The Big Tent Weekend enables us to bring together our schools, community and local musicians in a celebration of music and culture. The event is hosted in the heart of our town on the Alameda School field, in sight of our heritage park and just a stone's throw from the Town centre. We will offer affordable live music events which centre around our homegrown talent across all age groups. Nothing fancy, just a back-to-basic, family orientated experience.
To minimise the impact of our unpredictable British weather, our stage will be under a massive Big Top Tent, which can house 1000 seated and 3000 standing. What ever the british summer might throw at us, the party will go on.
We are passionate about sustainability and will focus on pollution control, reducing and recycling waste, promote local food sourcing, supporting local businesses and will have activities design to educate the community.
FAQ'S❓️
🗓 Friday 10 July, 6pm - 10.30pm:
🎶 Big Tent Tributes
Sing & Dance The Night Away With Music You'll Know and Love.
🎟 Ticket cost: £12.50 - £25.00
▪️Age: Suitable for adults and children over 14.
🗓 Sat 11 July, 5.30pm - 9.45pm:
🎶 Big Tent Classics
Classic Music With a Twist From Ampthill Concert Orchestra & Friends.
🎟 Ticket cost: £12.50 - £62.00
▪️Age: This performance is suitable for all ages.
🗓 Sunday 12 July, 12pm - 6pm:
🎶 Big Tent Fete
Fun Activities & Live Music From Local Talent For All The Family.
🎟 Ticket cost: £2.50 - £18.00
▪️Age: This is a family community day with music and activities for all.
🎫 HOW TO BOOK TICKETS
Click the event link below which will direct you to the website to book tickets.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@ampthillbtw.co.uk
🍓 Strawberry's & Cream Wimbledon Afternoon Finals 2026 - The Bedford Arms
Time: 13:00 - 17:00
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
Join us at The Bedford Arms for a cosy Wimbledon Finals screening with a delicious Strawberry & Cream Afternoon Tea.
🍓 INCLUDES:
• Finger sandwiches
• Sausage rolls & quiches
• Freshly baked scones with clotted cream & jam
• Lemon tart
• Victoria sponge Swiss roll
• Berry Eton mess
• Chocolate éclairs
• Tea & coffee
🎾 Wimbledon Sweepstake available on the day (£2 entry)
💷 COST
▪️ Standard Afternoon Tea – £24.50pp
▪️ Bottomless Afternoon Tea – £40pp
Includes 90 minutes of Prosecco & Strawberry Bellinis
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS/BOOKING
☎️ Phone: 01234 822280
📧 Email: hello@bedfordarmsoakley.co.uk
✨️🦉 Mind, Body & Spirit Fair with the Boo Hoo Owl Sanctuary - The Olde Watermill, Barton-le-clay
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Join us Sunday 11th July 2026 for a truly magical day of spirituality, wellbeing, and unforgettable encounters with magnificent owls!
Explore over 30 amazing stalls featuring:
🔮 Spiritual & Psychic Readings
💆 Holistic Therapies
💎 Crystals & Gemstones
🕯️ Candles & Spiritual Gifts
🌿 Wellness & Alternative Therapies
✨ Handmade Crafts & Unique Treasures
🦉 MEET THE OWLS
Plus, meet some beautiful owls up close and enjoy a unique experience for all ages!
Whether you’re seeking guidance, relaxation, healing, or simply a wonderful day out, there’s something for everyone.
Bring your friends and family and spend the day discovering all things Mind, Body & Spirit!
😋 FEELING HUNGRY?
Check out The Mill House Coffee Shop Menu here.
🇺🇲 🇬🇧 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
🚘 Linslade Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 12:00 - 15:00
🛍 BUYERS - FROM 12PM
▪️Entry: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS - FROM 11AM
(Pay on the day)
▪️Cars: £9.00
▪️Small vans: £12.00
▪️Large vans: £15.00
▪️Trailers: Plus £3.00
🪙 NOTE FOR BUYERS
Please keep notes to a minimum on the buyers gate, too many people use us for change. We struggle to get change just like everyone else.
FOOD & DRINK
✅️ Burgers van x 2
✅️ Doughnut van
✅️ Ice cream van
✅️ Coffee van
✅️ Pasty lady
🚫 No dogs allowed.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
Weather dependent, please keep an eye out for Facebook page updates.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07487 293072
🚘 Pulloxhill Car Boot Sale 2026
Time: 09:00 - 13:00
🕘 OPENING TIMES
▪️Sellers at 8.00 am
▪️Buyers at 9.00am
🪙 ENTRY FOR BUYERS: Buyers £1 only
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
▪️CARS, SUV's 4x4 Small vans £10
▪️Large VANS, £15
▪️All TRAILERS £5 each
Any helpers for sellers must be in the same vehicle for entry. No trading before 9am
💷 PLEASE NOTE:
Please have correct money at the gates as change won't be given.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07944 431757
Check on Facebook incase of any last minute closures.
🚂 St Neots Miniature Railway 2026
Time: 12:00 - 16:00 Price: £1.50
🗓 2026 open days are:
▪️31st May
▪️14th June
▪️28th June
▪️12th July
▪️26th July
Can you help?
If you would like to drive or guard a train, or help in support roles on Sundays please let us know. secretary@riversiderailway.co.uk
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Children & adults: £1.50
▪️Under 2's: Free
(Well behaved dogs on leads travel free of charge)
🚘 WINGFIELD CAR SHOW 2026
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
Wingfield Village, near Toddington, Bedfordshire, LU7 9QH.
🚘 EVENT DETAILS
Join us for the 13th annual Wingfield Car & Automotive Show, held in partnership with Bedfordshire Classic Car Meet and raising funds for Keech Hospice Care. The show welcomes cars, motorcycles and commercial vehicles, including classic, vintage and prestige vehicles. Individuals, groups and vehicle clubs are all welcome.
🍔 FOOD, DRINK & ACTIVITIES
✨️Beer and Pimm’s tent
✨️Ice cream van
✨️Coffee and refreshments
✨️Side stalls and activities
✨️Trophies awarded to the winners of each vehicle class
💷 PUBLIC ADMISSION
▪️Adults: £2 per person
▪️Children under 16: Free
(A separate public parking area will be available)
🚘 VEHICLES EXHIBITORS
▪️All display vehicles must be on site by 11:00 am.
▪️Admission: £5 per show vehicle
Driver included
▪️Additional passengers: £1 each
▪️Children under 16: Free
▪️Pre-booking is strongly recommended
Vehicles may arrive and park on the day only if space is available
🛍 SELLER PITCHES - £15 PER PITCH
ℹ️ BOOKING & CONTACT INFORMATION
🫶 CHARITY
🛍 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 April 12th
▪️Sunday May 10th
▪️Sunday June 14th
▪️Sunday July 12th
▪️Sunday August 9th
▪️Sunday September 13th
▪️Sunday October 11th
▪️Sunday November 8th
▪️Sunday December 13th
🇳🇴🇬🇧 Norway Vs England Watch The Match at Bedford Town Football Club
Time: 22:00
The Eagles bar at Bedford Football Club IS OPEN for Saturday 11th July 2026 for the World Cup Quarter Final. Free entry!
The bar will remain open after the conclusion of our friendly against Berkhamsted.
🍕 FOOD
Supporters are welcome to bring your own food or order takeaway to the club.
👨👧👧 Families welcome
🪅 Houghton Regis Carnival 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🌟Parade Starts:
10:00am at Houghton Hall Park Visitor Centre
🌟Parade Ends:
10:40am at The Village Green, Houghton Regis
🎉 EVENT DETAILS
This year we'll be kicking it off with our new People Powered Parade, starting at the Houghton Hall Visitors Centre at 10am. Follow the parade and cheer us on as we walk through the park to the Village Green, finishing in the arena at approximately 10:40am.
😍 THE VILLAGE GREEN EVENT DETAILS
Over 80 stalls are booked in, we have a full arena schedule, the parade groups are organising their costumes, and the food vendors are heating up their grills.
✅️ Free Circus Skills Activities
✅️ Live Music
✅️ Krisgar Magic Show
Join us for what is set to be a fun filled day for the whole community!
It's due to be a hot one so bring your soft drinks, traditional picky-bit picnics, and all the SPF 50 you can find!
📖 Whats Lies Beneath? - Dunstable
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday 10 July - 10 am to 4 pm
▪️Saturday 11 July- 10 am to 4 pm
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
Come and find out all about the interesting things found under Friary Field by archaeologists over the year: the swan Jewel, the Roman Cemetery, the Dominican Friary and more at Grove House, Dunstable.
🍻 Stony Stratford Cricket Club Beer Festival 2026
Time: 12:00 - 23:00
Whether you’re heading over for a relaxed drink with friends, some live entertainment, or a family-friendly day out, this popular local festival promises plenty to enjoy across the whole weekend.
🗓 FRIDAY 10TH JULY: 5pm –11pm
- ▪️6:00 pm – Rhythm Street
- ▪️8:00 pm – Funk Odyssey
- The Food Hog
- Ghurka Street Food
- Howe & Co
- Wood-Oven Pizza
- Ice Cream
- Biscuiterie
- Slush Central
🗓 SATURDAY 11TH JULY: 12pm –11pm
- ▪️2:00 pm – Cat Elliott
- ▪️3:00 pm – The Dilemma
- ▪️4:00 pm – Herr of the Dog
- ▪️5:00 pm – Maggie Moulds
- ▪️8:00 pm – The Highwires
- Free inflatables for children
- A free tuck-shop token with every child’s ticket
- The Food Hog
- Willie’s Garden Kitchen
- Ghurka Street Food
- Howe & Co
- Wood-Oven Pizza
- Ice Cream
- Slush Central
🗓 SUNDAY 12TH JULY: 12pm – 6pm
- ▪️12:00 noon – Amppari
- ▪️1:00 pm – FOUR PM
- ▪️3:00 pm – The Estrellas
- Reggie’s Diner
- Little Oven of Joy
- Ice Cream
- Biscuiterie
✨️ Beer, wine, prosecco & non-alcoholic choices
✨️ Live music every day of the festival from a wide variety of bands
✨️ Family zone
✨️ Festival cup and programme included with tickets
✨️ Free children’s entertainment inside the ground, including bouncy castles
🎶 FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN
This is more than just a beer festival - it’s designed as a welcoming summer event for all ages.
✅️ INCLUDED WITH ALL TICKETS
Live music, family zone, festival cup, programme and no booking or processing fees.
🎟 BOOK TICKETS
Book on the website via the event link
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: commercial@stonystratfordcc.co.uk
🌐 Facebook Event Page
🇬🇧 ⚽️ Watch England V Norway - The Danish Camp, Willington
Time: 10:00 - 01:00
▪️KICK OFF: Starts 10pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Watch every moment on our big screen at The Outpost, enjoy a drink from the bar and pre-order your pizza to collect at half-time.
We’ll be open all day, so come down early, soak up the atmosphere and cheer England on with us! 🇬🇧🏆
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07368 354865
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🚗 Big Car Weekend 2026 - Kimberley College, Stewartby
Time: 08:00 - 20:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES:
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Refreshments, hot food, music, DJ entertainment and car clinics.
📍VENUE
Kimberley College, Green Lane, Stewartby
Bedfordshire, MK43 9LY
🎟 TICKET COST:
All prices are per car. Tickets booked in advance.
▪️Friday evening:
£3 in advance or £5 on the night
▪️Saturday:
£5 in advance or £10 on the day
Organised by Big Car Events and Kimberley College, with Loose Alliance Car Group featured on the poster.
⛳️ Late Night Adventure Golf Only £5pp - Bermuda Falls, Henlow
Time: 17:45 - 20:00 Price: £5.00
🗓 2026 £5 OPENING EVENINGS
▪️Saturday 11th July: 5:45pm - 8pm
🪓 WHAT'S NEW?
ℹ️ BOOKING INFORMATION
🎟 HOW TO USE YOUR BERMUDA BLADES VOUCHER...
🎟 TICKET COST: £5
For every £5 spent for Bermuda Falls Aventure Golf this weekend you will be credited a voucher to use at Bermuda Blades Axe Throwing.
🎶 Ampthill Big Tent Weekend 2026
Time: 18:00 - 22:30
✨️ EVENT DETAILS
The Big Tent Weekend enables us to bring together our schools, community and local musicians in a celebration of music and culture. The event is hosted in the heart of our town on the Alameda School field, in sight of our heritage park and just a stone's throw from the Town centre. We will offer affordable live music events which centre around our homegrown talent across all age groups. Nothing fancy, just a back-to-basic, family orientated experience.
To minimise the impact of our unpredictable British weather, our stage will be under a massive Big Top Tent, which can house 1000 seated and 3000 standing. What ever the british summer might throw at us, the party will go on.
We are passionate about sustainability and will focus on pollution control, reducing and recycling waste, promote local food sourcing, supporting local businesses and will have activities design to educate the community.
FAQ'S❓️
🗓 Friday 10 July, 6pm - 10.30pm:
🎶 Big Tent Tributes
Sing & Dance The Night Away With Music You'll Know and Love.
🎟 Ticket cost: £12.50 - £25.00
▪️Age: Suitable for adults and children over 14.
🗓 Sat 11 July, 5.30pm - 9.45pm:
🎶 Big Tent Classics
Classic Music With a Twist From Ampthill Concert Orchestra & Friends.
🎟 Ticket cost: £12.50 - £62.00
▪️Age: This performance is suitable for all ages.
🗓 Sunday 12 July, 12pm - 6pm:
🎶 Big Tent Fete
Fun Activities & Live Music From Local Talent For All The Family.
🎟 Ticket cost: £2.50 - £18.00
▪️Age: This is a family community day with music and activities for all.
🎫 HOW TO BOOK TICKETS
Click the event link below which will direct you to the website to book tickets.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@ampthillbtw.co.uk
🎉 Leverstock Green Village Fete - Hemel Hempstead
Time: 13:00 - 16:00
🏆 EVENT DETAILS
This year’s theme is World Cup 2026!
Lots of fun for everyone with a wide range of:
Stalls, children’s rides and activities, face painting, giant games, Storybox (interactive storytelling), raffle, bouncy castle, dance displays, fire engine, police, train rides, CPR/first aid demonstration and the dog show.
🍕 FOOD & DRINK
Refreshments, bar (including children’s bubble tea), food stalls (pizza, burgers, hotdogs, chips, candyfloss, slush puppies and ice-cream van),
WHAT ELSE?
Design a World Cup Trophy Competition for Kids - prize for the best design!! There will also be an Auction for a 4 Ball Golf Voucher from the Centurion Club! See the fete programme on the day for more information.
🎉 PIRTON Summer Fair 2026
Time: 13:00 - 18:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
This year’s fair has a lively World Cup 2026 Summer Special feel, with plenty for the whole family to enjoy, including:
✨️ Samba Band
✨️ Football Freestyler
✨️ Live Music
✨️ Tug of War
✨️ Stalls
✨️ Food & Bar
✨️ Family Fun
Come along, bring the family, meet friends, enjoy the atmosphere and make the most of a proper Pirton summer afternoon.
💷 ENTRY COST
Entry is £4 for adults and free for under 18s.
🎉 Labubu Party - The Crown, Flitwick
Time: 12:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Think meet and greet.....photo opportunity, bouncy castle, face painting and crafts!
Plus lots of mischief.....
🌭 FOOD
12pm - 4pm - BBQ, Pizzas and Chips available for food!
✅️ FREE ENTRY
Free entry to this one - we just ask that you buy a drink at the bar!
✨️ Paxfest 2026 - QEII Playing Field, Little Paxton
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Filled with live music, games, children entertainment, bouncy castle, face painting, magic show and lots more.
You'll get a chance to meet real alpacas,
ℹ️ STALL PITCHES
We have four pitches available for booking if you are a local business who would like to participate. Our pitch fee is £27.50 for the day. If you are interested do not hesitate to get in touch: clerk@littlepaxtonparishcouncil.gov.uk
🎉 Pattishall Picnic In The Park Music Festival 2026
Time: 12:00 - 23:00
🎉 EVENT DETAILS
Picnic in the Park is back on Saturday 11 July 2026, bringing together families, friends and music lovers for one of the biggest days in the local calendar.
Get ready for an incredible live music line-up featuring:
🎸 The Houndogs
🎤 Wordsworth
⚡ Let There B/DC
🪩 Funk Odyssey
🎶 Allergy
🎵 One Way Ticket
✈️ FLY PAST
Keep your eyes on the skies...
A Hurricane from the RAF Battle of Britain Memorial Flight is due to perform a special flypast over the festival, creating a truly memorable moment for everyone gathered on the playing fields.
Beyond the music, there will be plenty to keep the whole family entertained, including:
🧗 Mobile climbing wall
🔫 Laser tag
🎨 Dedicated Kids Zone
🍕 Wood-fired pizzas
🍔 Fantastic food vendors
🍺 Licensed bar
🎧 DJ Terry
🎉 Entertainment throughout the day
Bring your picnic blankets, gather your family and friends and prepare for an amazing day of music, food, fun and community spirit. This is more than a music festival. It is a full day of summer memories waiting to happen.
🇬🇧🇳🇴 ENGLAND V NORWAY MATCH
Details here
🚫 NO DOGS
Please note that dogs are not permitted at the event.
🎟️ EARLY BIRD TICKETS:
▪️Adults £20
▪️Teens £12
▪️Children £3
▪️Under 2s free
Early Bird adult tickets save £5 against the gate price, so booking ahead is highly recommended.
🎟️ BOOKINGS
Book your tickets through the official Pattishall Picnic in the Park website via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: enquiries@pattishallevents.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 0844 351 1085
🇪🇸 Spanish Night MK - LIVE Spanish DJ's - Latin Music - MK11 Live Music Venue & Sports Bar
Time: 20:00 - 01:00
🎉 EVENT DETAILS
On Saturday 11th July 2026, MK11 is turning into a proper Spanish & Latin night out — relaxed, fun, and all about good vibes. No pressure, no dress code, just a lively crowd, great atmosphere, and a dancefloor that stays busy till late.
We’ve got live Spanish DJs bringing the energy from 8pm–1am, a full stage and sound system, and plenty of space to dance, mingle, or chill when you need a breather.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
🍹 Expect sangria, Spanish & Mexican beers, and a fully stocked bar
💃 Big dancefloor plus seating areas to kick back with friends
🌿 Outdoor smoking area for those late-night chats
Whether you’re part of the Spanish community or just fancy something a bit different for your Saturday night, this is all about easy-going partying and feel-good fiesta vibes — right here in MK.
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
Book your free tickets via the event link.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01908 262 924
🏃♀️Summer Run & Recovery Club - Shefford
Time: 08:30 - 10:30
▪️AGE: 18+
📍MEETING POINT & TIME
▪️Meet at ODS for 8:30am start
🗓 2026 DATES:
• June: Sat 13th + Sat 20th
• July: Sat 11th + Sun 26th
• August: Sat 1st + Sun 23rd
✨️ EVENT DETAILS
Join us for the perfect mix of movement, community, fresh air & post-run stretches this summer.
Whether you’re a regular runner, getting back into fitness, or simply want to move with lovely people in a relaxed and encouraging environment — this is for YOU
Each session includes:
🏃♀️ 45 min social run
🧘♀️ 30 min stretch session afterwards
☕ Coffee, tea & light snacks at ODS after
Expect:
✨ A welcoming, all-inclusive atmosphere
✨ Feel-good movement at your own pace
✨ Fresh air, connection & positive energy
✨ A supportive community vibe
✨ Summer mornings that leave you feeling AMAZING
INVESTMENT:
🎫 Single Session
• £15 Non-Members
• £14 Members
🎫 All 6 Sessions
• £85 Non-Members
• £80 Members
🌿 Come solo or bring a friend — everyone is welcome.Spaces are limited, so book early.
CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@onedragonfly.co.uk
🎉 Summer Sound Session 2026 - Upper Caldecote
Time: 15:00 - 23:00
😍 EVENT DETAILS
With live music from DJ Franklin, Hot Mess and Bu Bounce. Food vans including sweet treats/fully licensed bar/
🍔 There will be an inside and outside bar:
✨️BBQ - 3pm - 7pm
✨️Thee Homespice
✨️Apna Punjab
✨️Dan's Van
✨️The Bespoke Bakery
▪️Please note: only alcohol purchased on site can be consumed on site.
▪️Updated Line-Up Times
🎧 DJ Franklin – Ibiza & Dance Classics
🕒 3:00pm – 4:45pm
🎤 Hot Mess
🕓 4:45pm – 6:30pm
🎶 Bu Bounce
🕖 7:00pm – 9:00pm
⚽ DJ Franklin – Football Anthems
🕘 9:00pm – 9:30pm
⚽ Football Update
The England match will be shown inside the venue once the bands have finished. We are currently exploring options to screen the game outdoors as well, but this cannot be guaranteed at this stage. We can't wait to see you all for a fantastic day of music, fun and football!
🌞 Hot Weather Update
Due to the predicted heat, the bouncy castle will not be on site. However, we'll still have plenty of fun with our inflatable basketball hoops and darts games available throughout the event.
🪑 WHAT TO BRING
Please bring your blankets, tables & chairs.
⛱️ Gazebos Welcome
To help keep everyone protected from the sun, visitors may bring their own gazebos. Please be considerate when setting them up:
✅ Position them towards the back of the event area
✅ Ensure they do not obstruct views or walkways
🫶 Event sponsors
▪️PT Build Ltd
▪️Rowan Carter Ltd
▪️Langford windows
🦆Langford Village Fete & Duck Race 2026 - King George Playing Field
Time: 11:00 - 16:00
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
▪️Stalls
▪️BBQ & Bar
▪️Live entertainment
▪️Dog Show
▪️Raffle
🦆 DUCK RACE - RACE AT 2PM
Every duck you buy helps raise vital funds for our amazing 1st Langford Scout Group, supporting local young people with new equipment, activities and adventures.
▪️Ducks are just £3 each
▪️Prizes: 1st prize £50, 2nd prize £30 and 3rd prize £20
🎟 You can purchase tickets here.
🥳🪅 West Bletchley Carnival 2026
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🎊 EVENT DETAILS
Join West Bletchley Council for a thrilling day filled with exciting performances, fairground rides, land train, delicious food, local stalls, music, games, and more.
📖 THEME
This year's theme is Fairy tales.
📍PARADE BEGINS AT 12PM FROM:
Melrose Avenue, MK3 6PA to
Rickley Park, MK3 6HF
ℹ️ FOR MORE INFORMATION
If you require further information please contact the events team on 01908 370 348 or email: events@westbletchleycouncil.gov.uk
🎊 Rushden Party in the park 2026
Time: 13:00 - 20:30
Saturday 11 July 2026, 13:00pm – 8.30pm.
🤩 EVENT DETAILS
Rushden’s popular Party in the Park is back for its 25th year! bringing a full day of live entertainment, family activities, food, music, and a good atmosphere to Hall Park.
This longstanding summer event promises something for all ages, with a packed programme of performances and attractions throughout the day.
What’s already confirmed:
🎸 Twist of Rock – high-energy live show featuring rock, pop and indie favourites
🦅 CJ’s Birds of Prey – spectacular birds of prey flying displays
🏍️ Stannage Stunt Team – world-record holding stunt riders delivering motorbike, quad, fire and high-impact stunt displays
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is available for £1
✨️John Summit presents: Experts Only at Tofte Manor
Time: 13:00 - 22:00
EVENT DETAILS
Experts Only is the brainchild of John Summit, born from the pursuit of creative freedom. Since its inception, the label has become a platform for fearless artistry, showcasing standout releases from cutting-edge talents and pioneering off-location events across the globe.
For its first ever UK appearance, John Summit is taking Experts Only to the breathtaking surroundings of Tofte Manor, for a day that will showcase the very best of Summit's creativity.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect two stages of Experts Only curated music, health & wellness activations, carefully selected local food & beverage vendors and bespoke Experts Only production, as you're set to escape deep into the historic UK countryside with this house music icon.
Where hedonism meets spirituality, Tofte Manor offers a truly unique setting for music fans. A 17th century Manor House nestled in the woodlands of the UK countryside, that's become a treasured gathering for music lovers. Guests will have the chance to walk two sacred labyrinths and embark on spiritual adventures, before the day's sonic journey begins.
🎟 TICKET COST: SOLD OUT
📖 Whats Lies Beneath? - Dunstable
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday 10 July - 10 am to 4 pm
▪️Saturday 11 July- 10 am to 4 pm
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
Come and find out all about the interesting things found under Friary Field by archaeologists over the year: the swan Jewel, the Roman Cemetery, the Dominican Friary and more at Grove House, Dunstable.
🚗 Big Car Weekend 2026 - Kimberley College, Stewartby
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES:
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Refreshments, hot food, music, DJ entertainment and car clinics.
📍VENUE
Kimberley College, Green Lane, Stewartby
Bedfordshire, MK43 9LY
🎟 TICKET COST:
All prices are per car. Tickets booked in advance.
▪️Friday evening:
£3 in advance or £5 on the night
▪️Saturday:
£5 in advance or £10 on the day
Organised by Big Car Events and Kimberley College, with Loose Alliance Car Group featured on the poster.
⛳️ Late Night Adventure Golf Only £5pp - Bermuda Falls, Henlow
Time: 17:45 - 20:00 Price: £5.00
🗓 2026 £5 OPENING EVENINGS
▪️Saturday 11th July: 5:45pm - 8pm
🪓 WHAT'S NEW?
ℹ️ BOOKING INFORMATION
🎟 HOW TO USE YOUR BERMUDA BLADES VOUCHER...
🎟 TICKET COST: £5
For every £5 spent for Bermuda Falls Aventure Golf this weekend you will be credited a voucher to use at Bermuda Blades Axe Throwing.
😋 Eat Feast, July 2026 - Great Ampthill Park
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
Here’s who’s serving up dinner:
🇬🇷 Greek – Eat is Greek
🇰🇷 Korean – Harlem 2 Manila
🇯🇲 Caribbean – One Pot
🇮🇳 Indian – Hyderabadi Dhaba
🍗 Chicken – Chicken George
🍰 Desserts – Crumb De La Crème
🍻 Full Bar – The Stirrup Bar
Bring your friends, bring the family and come hungry! 😋
🍓 Strawberry Picking - Moggerhanger
Time: 10:00 - 14:30
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tues - Thursday 10am - 4.30pm
▪️Friday - 11am - 2.30pm
✅ No entry ticket required for the dates above.
🍓 Just pay for your punnet:
• Small – £4
• Large – £7.50
• XL – £18.50
Please note:
❌ The play area will be closed.
❌ The Secret Farm Kitchen will be closed.
We've got more strawberries than expected, and with the hot weather they're ripening fast! Rather than let them go to waste, we're opening all week for table-top strawberry picking.
It's going to be a very hot week, so please make sure you bring plenty of drinks to keep everyone hydrated.
As availability will change throughout the week, please keep an eye on our social media before visiting to check what produce is still available to pick 🍓.
🎶 Ampthill Big Tent Weekend 2026
Time: 18:00 - 22:30
✨️ EVENT DETAILS
The Big Tent Weekend enables us to bring together our schools, community and local musicians in a celebration of music and culture. The event is hosted in the heart of our town on the Alameda School field, in sight of our heritage park and just a stone's throw from the Town centre. We will offer affordable live music events which centre around our homegrown talent across all age groups. Nothing fancy, just a back-to-basic, family orientated experience.
To minimise the impact of our unpredictable British weather, our stage will be under a massive Big Top Tent, which can house 1000 seated and 3000 standing. What ever the british summer might throw at us, the party will go on.
We are passionate about sustainability and will focus on pollution control, reducing and recycling waste, promote local food sourcing, supporting local businesses and will have activities design to educate the community.
FAQ'S❓️
🗓 Friday 10 July, 6pm - 10.30pm:
🎶 Big Tent Tributes
Sing & Dance The Night Away With Music You'll Know and Love.
🎟 Ticket cost: £12.50 - £25.00
▪️Age: Suitable for adults and children over 14.
🗓 Sat 11 July, 5.30pm - 9.45pm:
🎶 Big Tent Classics
Classic Music With a Twist From Ampthill Concert Orchestra & Friends.
🎟 Ticket cost: £12.50 - £62.00
▪️Age: This performance is suitable for all ages.
🗓 Sunday 12 July, 12pm - 6pm:
🎶 Big Tent Fete
Fun Activities & Live Music From Local Talent For All The Family.
🎟 Ticket cost: £2.50 - £18.00
▪️Age: This is a family community day with music and activities for all.
🎫 HOW TO BOOK TICKETS
Click the event link below which will direct you to the website to book tickets.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: info@ampthillbtw.co.uk
🎤 MAD MODS & ENGLISHMEN - Esquires, Bedford
Time: 19:30
7:30pm, Friday 10th July 2026, Bedford Esquires
▪️AGE: 14+ only. 14s to 15s must be accompanied by an adult. No refunds will be given for incorrectly booked tickets.
ℹ️ ABOUT
Anyone that has seen the 'Mad Mods' live will tell you that they are no traditional covers band. Their energetic performances have built them a massive following and they have a reputation of packing every venue they play at, and then bringing the house down!
Their repertoire includes hits from The Who, Small Faces, The Kinks, Rolling Stones, Spencer Davis, Yardbirds, The Jam and many more, and yes, they've even been known to smash the odd guitar up on stage!
The band will be playing 2 sets with no support on the night, doors open at 7:30pm with the band hitting the stage around 8.30pm.
“These guys are as good a feel-good band as you’ll experience. Just make sure you do experience them”
Chris Hawkins - BBC 6 Music
🎟 TICKETS: £11.80 (including booking fee)
On sale now via the event link, and available locally from Esquires Bar and Slide Record Shop.
ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 631524
🎤 NOW! That's What I Call...DRAG - The Crooked Crow, Leighton Buzzard!
Time: 19:00
🕖 TIME:
▪️Doors at 7pm
▪️Show at 7.45pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect fabulous lip synching, stunning live vocals, camp comedy, audience games and of course…CHAOS with this classic slice of British drag cabaret!
Hosted by drag royalty Knuckle Sandwich and Will Power (with special guests TBA!) you'll be in for the night of your lives stacked with fabulous drag talent! You won't want to miss the return of this ICONIC drag cabaret night. So put on that glitter, bat your lashes at the ready, and let the drag mixtape to begin! Trust us, you won't want it to end!
This is a seated event!
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Online Tickets £13*
▪️On The Door Tickets £15
(Subject to availability)
🍻 Stony Stratford Cricket Club Beer Festival 2026
Time: 17:00 - 23:00
Whether you’re heading over for a relaxed drink with friends, some live entertainment, or a family-friendly day out, this popular local festival promises plenty to enjoy across the whole weekend.
🗓 FRIDAY 10TH JULY: 5pm –11pm
- ▪️6:00 pm – Rhythm Street
- ▪️8:00 pm – Funk Odyssey
- The Food Hog
- Ghurka Street Food
- Howe & Co
- Wood-Oven Pizza
- Ice Cream
- Biscuiterie
- Slush Central
🗓 SATURDAY 11TH JULY: 12pm –11pm
- ▪️2:00 pm – Cat Elliott
- ▪️3:00 pm – The Dilemma
- ▪️4:00 pm – Herr of the Dog
- ▪️5:00 pm – Maggie Moulds
- ▪️8:00 pm – The Highwires
- Free inflatables for children
- A free tuck-shop token with every child’s ticket
- The Food Hog
- Willie’s Garden Kitchen
- Ghurka Street Food
- Howe & Co
- Wood-Oven Pizza
- Ice Cream
- Slush Central
🗓 SUNDAY 12TH JULY: 12pm – 6pm
- ▪️12:00 noon – Amppari
- ▪️1:00 pm – FOUR PM
- ▪️3:00 pm – The Estrellas
- Reggie’s Diner
- Little Oven of Joy
- Ice Cream
- Biscuiterie
✨️ Beer, wine, prosecco & non-alcoholic choices
✨️ Live music every day of the festival from a wide variety of bands
✨️ Family zone
✨️ Festival cup and programme included with tickets
✨️ Free children’s entertainment inside the ground, including bouncy castles
🎶 FAMILY FRIENDLY FUN
This is more than just a beer festival - it’s designed as a welcoming summer event for all ages.
✅️ INCLUDED WITH ALL TICKETS
Live music, family zone, festival cup, programme and no booking or processing fees.
🎟 BOOK TICKETS
Book on the website via the event link
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: commercial@stonystratfordcc.co.uk
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