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๐ Free Summer of Play: Dunstable Downs Sports Village
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
โฝ๏ธ This year, see our Estate transform into a Sports Village with free, outdoor activities like football, cricket, hockey, tennis, table tennis, athletics, frisbee golf, mini croquet and Wednesday soft archery for you to get stuck into.
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธMonday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
โช๏ธ10:30am - 17:00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED JUST TURN UP
Activities are self-led, just pick up the equipment from the Sports Village. Accessible drop off points and sensory sports equipment is also available. Please get in touch if you wish to find out more.
๐ DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
๐น Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
โช๏ธ10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
๐ณ Letโs Get Going nature-based games:
โช๏ธ01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested ยฃ2 donation.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
๐MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01582 500920
๐ง Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธMonday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
โช๏ธ10:30am - 17:00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED JUST TURN UP
Activities are self-led, just pick up the equipment from the Sports Village. Accessible drop off points and sensory sports equipment is also available. Please get in touch if you wish to find out more.
๐ DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
๐น Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
โช๏ธ10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
๐ณ Letโs Get Going nature-based games:
โช๏ธ01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested ยฃ2 donation.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
๐MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01582 500920
๐ง Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
Related Blogs
๐ป The Fun Fields at The Patch, Milton Keynes - 2025
Friday 22 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
๐ป The Patch MK is home to The Last Footprint, The Flower Fields and The Fun Fields this Summer. If youโre looking for things to do over the summer holidays, we have a whole host of activities for children and adults of all ages. Open Friday 25th July โ Saturday 30th August 2025
๐ 2025 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
(closed Mondays except Bank Holidays)
โช๏ธTuesday - Sunday: 10am โ 5pm
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
(closed Mondays except Bank Holidays)
โช๏ธTuesday - Sunday: 10am โ 5pm
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
๐ฆ The Lost World Corn Maze
Our Dinosaur Maze is roarsome fun!
Enter through the Lost World Gateway to enjoy a walk on the wild side as you hunt for the dinosaurs in our Jurassic Corn Maze.
PLAY AT THE PATCH
๐ผ Roller Bowler
๐ผ Wall Ball
๐ผ The Slide Hive
๐ผ Cornboy Lassoing
๐ผ Cornholing (but donโt google this, it is not what you find on the internet!!)
๐ผ The Duck Flight
๐ผ 9-Hole Family Mini Golf
๐ผ Climbing Wall
๐ผ Mini Beach Area
๐ผ Bale Mountain
๐ผ Duck Racing
๐ผ Bale Cart Slide Trailer
๐ผ Barrel Train Rides
Enter through the Lost World Gateway to enjoy a walk on the wild side as you hunt for the dinosaurs in our Jurassic Corn Maze.
PLAY AT THE PATCH
๐ผ Roller Bowler
๐ผ Wall Ball
๐ผ The Slide Hive
๐ผ Cornboy Lassoing
๐ผ Cornholing (but donโt google this, it is not what you find on the internet!!)
๐ผ The Duck Flight
๐ผ 9-Hole Family Mini Golf
๐ผ Climbing Wall
๐ผ Mini Beach Area
๐ผ Bale Mountain
๐ผ Duck Racing
๐ผ Bale Cart Slide Trailer
๐ผ Barrel Train Rides
๐ The Labyrinth of Illusions
The UKโs largest optical illusion and quite possibly the largest optical illusion in the world!
A living, growing labyrinth, planted to grow into a giant optical illusion for visitors to lose themselves in!
๐ค THE SHRINKING ROOM
Experience the magic from the original โCharlie and the Chocolate Factoryโ film!
As you stroll down this captivating corridor, youโll seem to grow bigger with every step. Get ready to be amazed by this iconic illusion and make sure someone is ready to capture it on camera.
๐ THE ANTI - GRAVITY ROOM
The โAnti-Gravity Roomโ offers an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of sensory illusions. In this room, balls appear to roll uphill, and everyone seems to stand at impossible slants, effortlessly leaning into space without falling over.
๐ THE VORTEX TUNNEL
This bizarre and exciting contraption works by tricking your mind and body into thinking and feeling like the ground beneath you is moving when in fact it is completely still.
๐ช DISTORTING MIRRORS
These mirrors are sure to give you, your friends, and your family plenty to laugh about.
๐ GIANT PIN ART BOARD
Step up and experience the fun of the giant human pin art board! This supersized interactive installation takes the classic pin art toy and makes it big enough for you!
๐ ONLINE TICKET COST FOR COMBINED FUN & FLOWER:
โช๏ธAdult entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธChild entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธGroup ticket - Admits 4 people: ยฃ55.00
โช๏ธChild under 18 months: ยฃ0.00
โช๏ธConcession - 65 years and above: ยฃ12.95
โช๏ธCarer & disabled Ticket. Admits two.
Access card required: ยฃ22.50
โน๏ธ FOR BOOKING & MORE INFORMATION:
Click via the event link.
A living, growing labyrinth, planted to grow into a giant optical illusion for visitors to lose themselves in!
๐ค THE SHRINKING ROOM
Experience the magic from the original โCharlie and the Chocolate Factoryโ film!
As you stroll down this captivating corridor, youโll seem to grow bigger with every step. Get ready to be amazed by this iconic illusion and make sure someone is ready to capture it on camera.
๐ THE ANTI - GRAVITY ROOM
The โAnti-Gravity Roomโ offers an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of sensory illusions. In this room, balls appear to roll uphill, and everyone seems to stand at impossible slants, effortlessly leaning into space without falling over.
๐ THE VORTEX TUNNEL
This bizarre and exciting contraption works by tricking your mind and body into thinking and feeling like the ground beneath you is moving when in fact it is completely still.
๐ช DISTORTING MIRRORS
These mirrors are sure to give you, your friends, and your family plenty to laugh about.
๐ GIANT PIN ART BOARD
Step up and experience the fun of the giant human pin art board! This supersized interactive installation takes the classic pin art toy and makes it big enough for you!
๐ ONLINE TICKET COST FOR COMBINED FUN & FLOWER:
โช๏ธAdult entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธChild entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธGroup ticket - Admits 4 people: ยฃ55.00
โช๏ธChild under 18 months: ยฃ0.00
โช๏ธConcession - 65 years and above: ยฃ12.95
โช๏ธCarer & disabled Ticket. Admits two.
Access card required: ยฃ22.50
โน๏ธ FOR BOOKING & MORE INFORMATION:
Click via the event link.
Related Deals
๐ Insect Trail 2025 - Rushmere Country Park
Friday 22 August 2025
Time: 09:00 - 16:00 Price: ยฃ3.00
๐ For the Summer Holiday we have an Insect Trail available to pick up from the Visitor Centre at Rushmere Country Park. Find out all about the insects found in the park as you explore and then collect your reward!
โน๏ธ DETAILS
Pick up your trail sheet for ยฃ3 in the Visitor Centre open 9am โ 4pm daily. All proceeds from the trail are invested back into the park which is run on a not for profit basis.
๐ ABOUT RUSHMERE COUNTRY PARK
A great place to discover nature and enjoy the outdoors with over 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows to enjoy. A brand new, bespoke Children's Play Area Heron's Hangout is now open for 2025! Perfect for young adventurers (ages 7+), Heron's Hangout includes nature-inspired play equipment where kids can climb, balance and explore in a safe outdoor setting.
๐งโโ๏ธ A Family accessible trail is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs where visitors can search for fairies and have a photograph in the Giantโs Chair.
๐ณ FOR WALK & TRAIL IDEAS - Click here
๐ FOOD & DRINK
๐ธ๏ธ The Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck
OPEN: 8amโ4.00pm daily
for breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, cake and ice cream (hot food served until 3.30pm).
๐ธ๏ธ The Herons' Hatch Takeaway OPEN every weekend and weekdays during school holidays.
Breakfast is served from 8am - 11.45am
Delicious choice of food is served from 12 noon to 4pm. All our cafรฉ food is made to order
โน๏ธ DETAILS
Pick up your trail sheet for ยฃ3 in the Visitor Centre open 9am โ 4pm daily. All proceeds from the trail are invested back into the park which is run on a not for profit basis.
๐ ABOUT RUSHMERE COUNTRY PARK
A great place to discover nature and enjoy the outdoors with over 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows to enjoy. A brand new, bespoke Children's Play Area Heron's Hangout is now open for 2025! Perfect for young adventurers (ages 7+), Heron's Hangout includes nature-inspired play equipment where kids can climb, balance and explore in a safe outdoor setting.
๐งโโ๏ธ A Family accessible trail is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs where visitors can search for fairies and have a photograph in the Giantโs Chair.
๐ณ FOR WALK & TRAIL IDEAS - Click here
๐ FOOD & DRINK
๐ธ๏ธ The Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck
OPEN: 8amโ4.00pm daily
for breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, cake and ice cream (hot food served until 3.30pm).
๐ธ๏ธ The Herons' Hatch Takeaway OPEN every weekend and weekdays during school holidays.
Breakfast is served from 8am - 11.45am
Delicious choice of food is served from 12 noon to 4pm. All our cafรฉ food is made to order
Our menu changes regularly - if you would like to know what we offer give us a call on 01525 234260. Opening and closing times may vary.
๐ถ DOG AREAS AT THE RESTAURANT
Dogs are welcome on our decking and outside seating areas โ assistance dogs only allowed inside the cafe. Dog water bowls are available.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking charges apply.
Dogs are welcome on our decking and outside seating areas โ assistance dogs only allowed inside the cafe. Dog water bowls are available.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking charges apply.
๐ World Games Trail 2025 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Friday 22 August 2025
Time: 09:30 - 15:30 Price: ยฃ4.00
๐ Get active, get competitive and most of all, have fun this summer 2025 at Jordans Mill in Broom!
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
Saturday 19th July โ Tuesday 2nd September
โช๏ธ 7 days a week
โฐ 9:30am โ 3:30pm
โณ๏ธ EVENT DETAILS
Take on our exciting World Games Childrenโs Trail packed with sporty challenges and giggles all the way.
From sprinting and limbo to rugby, golf, hanging rope, and horse racing, children will complete 10 fun-filled challenges around the trail. Score your progress on the trail sheet, then head to the Mill Shop to collect your well-earned prize!
๐ Are you up for the challenge?! ๐
๐ท COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, PAY ON THE DAY
ยฃ4 per child, includes trail sheet and a prize
โ๏ธ THE CAFE
If you are feeling hungry there is also a cafe onsite at a scenic location overlooking the river.
Check the menu out here:
https://jordansmill.com/plan-your-visit/whats-on#riverside-cafe
โน๏ธ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01767 603940
๐ง Email: info@jordansmill.com
๐ Facebook: Jordans Mill
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
Saturday 19th July โ Tuesday 2nd September
โช๏ธ 7 days a week
โฐ 9:30am โ 3:30pm
โณ๏ธ EVENT DETAILS
Take on our exciting World Games Childrenโs Trail packed with sporty challenges and giggles all the way.
From sprinting and limbo to rugby, golf, hanging rope, and horse racing, children will complete 10 fun-filled challenges around the trail. Score your progress on the trail sheet, then head to the Mill Shop to collect your well-earned prize!
๐ Are you up for the challenge?! ๐
๐ท COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, PAY ON THE DAY
ยฃ4 per child, includes trail sheet and a prize
โ๏ธ THE CAFE
If you are feeling hungry there is also a cafe onsite at a scenic location overlooking the river.
Check the menu out here:
https://jordansmill.com/plan-your-visit/whats-on#riverside-cafe
โน๏ธ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01767 603940
๐ง Email: info@jordansmill.com
๐ Facebook: Jordans Mill
๐ฆ The Taskmaster Half Term 2025 - Wrest Park, Silsoe
Friday 22 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
๐ Launching at 17 historic sites, join us at Wrest Park from 19 July - 31 August 2025, for some fun and silliness for all the family to get stuck into.
Enjoy a wide range of hilarious tasks and side-splitting shenanigans. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Enjoy a wide range of hilarious tasks and side-splitting shenanigans. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Wrest Park๐ EVENT DETAILS
Itโs all fun and games at Wrest Park this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into.
Weโve partnered with TVโs Taskmaster to set you silly challenges as you explore. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. There might be a rubber duck or two to spot on the way too. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Please note: Alex and the Taskmaster team sadly wonโt be doing the tasks with you โฆ which does mean youโre in charge. Questionable. But exciting.
Please note: Alex and the Taskmaster team sadly wonโt be doing the tasks with you โฆ which does mean youโre in charge. Questionable. But exciting.
Plus, aim for a hole in one with mini golf, and use your imagination to build your own nature themed play structure.
๐ BOOKING
๐ BOOKING
Book early and save 15%.This event is included in the standard entry price.
Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.
โช๏ธAdult: From ยฃ17.20
โช๏ธChildren (5 - 17): From ยฃ10.90
โช๏ธUnder 5: Free entry
โช๏ธSenior 65+: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธStudent: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธFamily with 1 adult & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ28.60
โช๏ธFamily with 2 adults & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ46.30
โช๏ธEssential Companion: Free
โจ๏ธ MEMBERS - FREE
Members get free entry.
If youโre a member, youโll also need to bring your membership card. You can only use the member rate for people included in your membership.
FAQโ๏ธ
Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.
โช๏ธAdult: From ยฃ17.20
โช๏ธChildren (5 - 17): From ยฃ10.90
โช๏ธUnder 5: Free entry
โช๏ธSenior 65+: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธStudent: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธFamily with 1 adult & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ28.60
โช๏ธFamily with 2 adults & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ46.30
โช๏ธEssential Companion: Free
โจ๏ธ MEMBERS - FREE
Members get free entry.
If youโre a member, youโll also need to bring your membership card. You can only use the member rate for people included in your membership.
FAQโ๏ธ
Got any questions? Check out our Taskmaster FAQs
โ๏ธ THE CAFE & SHOP
Feeling peckish? Head to the Wrest Park cafรฉ with its selection of delicious hot and cold meals and snacks, including a homemade soup of the day and freshly made sandwiches.
โ๏ธ THE CAFE & SHOP
Feeling peckish? Head to the Wrest Park cafรฉ with its selection of delicious hot and cold meals and snacks, including a homemade soup of the day and freshly made sandwiches.
Take inspiration from history at the shop where you can pick up jams and chutneys, wines, beers, books, garden gifts and more.
๐ Free Summer of Play: Dunstable Downs Sports Village
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
โฝ๏ธ This year, see our Estate transform into a Sports Village with free, outdoor activities like football, cricket, hockey, tennis, table tennis, athletics, frisbee golf, mini croquet and Wednesday soft archery for you to get stuck into.
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธMonday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
โช๏ธ10:30am - 17:00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED JUST TURN UP
Activities are self-led, just pick up the equipment from the Sports Village. Accessible drop off points and sensory sports equipment is also available. Please get in touch if you wish to find out more.
๐ DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
๐น Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
โช๏ธ10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
๐ณ Letโs Get Going nature-based games:
โช๏ธ01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested ยฃ2 donation.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
๐MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01582 500920
๐ง Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธMonday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
โช๏ธ10:30am - 17:00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED JUST TURN UP
Activities are self-led, just pick up the equipment from the Sports Village. Accessible drop off points and sensory sports equipment is also available. Please get in touch if you wish to find out more.
๐ DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
๐น Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
โช๏ธ10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
๐ณ Letโs Get Going nature-based games:
โช๏ธ01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested ยฃ2 donation.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
๐MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01582 500920
๐ง Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
Related Blogs
๐ป The Fun Fields at The Patch, Milton Keynes - 2025
Saturday 23 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
๐ป The Patch MK is home to The Last Footprint, The Flower Fields and The Fun Fields this Summer. If youโre looking for things to do over the summer holidays, we have a whole host of activities for children and adults of all ages. Open Friday 25th July โ Saturday 30th August 2025
๐ 2025 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
(closed Mondays except Bank Holidays)
โช๏ธTuesday - Sunday: 10am โ 5pm
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
(closed Mondays except Bank Holidays)
โช๏ธTuesday - Sunday: 10am โ 5pm
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
๐ฆ The Lost World Corn Maze
Our Dinosaur Maze is roarsome fun!
Enter through the Lost World Gateway to enjoy a walk on the wild side as you hunt for the dinosaurs in our Jurassic Corn Maze.
PLAY AT THE PATCH
๐ผ Roller Bowler
๐ผ Wall Ball
๐ผ The Slide Hive
๐ผ Cornboy Lassoing
๐ผ Cornholing (but donโt google this, it is not what you find on the internet!!)
๐ผ The Duck Flight
๐ผ 9-Hole Family Mini Golf
๐ผ Climbing Wall
๐ผ Mini Beach Area
๐ผ Bale Mountain
๐ผ Duck Racing
๐ผ Bale Cart Slide Trailer
๐ผ Barrel Train Rides
Enter through the Lost World Gateway to enjoy a walk on the wild side as you hunt for the dinosaurs in our Jurassic Corn Maze.
PLAY AT THE PATCH
๐ผ Roller Bowler
๐ผ Wall Ball
๐ผ The Slide Hive
๐ผ Cornboy Lassoing
๐ผ Cornholing (but donโt google this, it is not what you find on the internet!!)
๐ผ The Duck Flight
๐ผ 9-Hole Family Mini Golf
๐ผ Climbing Wall
๐ผ Mini Beach Area
๐ผ Bale Mountain
๐ผ Duck Racing
๐ผ Bale Cart Slide Trailer
๐ผ Barrel Train Rides
๐ The Labyrinth of Illusions
The UKโs largest optical illusion and quite possibly the largest optical illusion in the world!
A living, growing labyrinth, planted to grow into a giant optical illusion for visitors to lose themselves in!
๐ค THE SHRINKING ROOM
Experience the magic from the original โCharlie and the Chocolate Factoryโ film!
As you stroll down this captivating corridor, youโll seem to grow bigger with every step. Get ready to be amazed by this iconic illusion and make sure someone is ready to capture it on camera.
๐ THE ANTI - GRAVITY ROOM
The โAnti-Gravity Roomโ offers an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of sensory illusions. In this room, balls appear to roll uphill, and everyone seems to stand at impossible slants, effortlessly leaning into space without falling over.
๐ THE VORTEX TUNNEL
This bizarre and exciting contraption works by tricking your mind and body into thinking and feeling like the ground beneath you is moving when in fact it is completely still.
๐ช DISTORTING MIRRORS
These mirrors are sure to give you, your friends, and your family plenty to laugh about.
๐ GIANT PIN ART BOARD
Step up and experience the fun of the giant human pin art board! This supersized interactive installation takes the classic pin art toy and makes it big enough for you!
๐ ONLINE TICKET COST FOR COMBINED FUN & FLOWER:
โช๏ธAdult entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธChild entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธGroup ticket - Admits 4 people: ยฃ55.00
โช๏ธChild under 18 months: ยฃ0.00
โช๏ธConcession - 65 years and above: ยฃ12.95
โช๏ธCarer & disabled Ticket. Admits two.
Access card required: ยฃ22.50
โน๏ธ FOR BOOKING & MORE INFORMATION:
Click via the event link.
A living, growing labyrinth, planted to grow into a giant optical illusion for visitors to lose themselves in!
๐ค THE SHRINKING ROOM
Experience the magic from the original โCharlie and the Chocolate Factoryโ film!
As you stroll down this captivating corridor, youโll seem to grow bigger with every step. Get ready to be amazed by this iconic illusion and make sure someone is ready to capture it on camera.
๐ THE ANTI - GRAVITY ROOM
The โAnti-Gravity Roomโ offers an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of sensory illusions. In this room, balls appear to roll uphill, and everyone seems to stand at impossible slants, effortlessly leaning into space without falling over.
๐ THE VORTEX TUNNEL
This bizarre and exciting contraption works by tricking your mind and body into thinking and feeling like the ground beneath you is moving when in fact it is completely still.
๐ช DISTORTING MIRRORS
These mirrors are sure to give you, your friends, and your family plenty to laugh about.
๐ GIANT PIN ART BOARD
Step up and experience the fun of the giant human pin art board! This supersized interactive installation takes the classic pin art toy and makes it big enough for you!
๐ ONLINE TICKET COST FOR COMBINED FUN & FLOWER:
โช๏ธAdult entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธChild entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธGroup ticket - Admits 4 people: ยฃ55.00
โช๏ธChild under 18 months: ยฃ0.00
โช๏ธConcession - 65 years and above: ยฃ12.95
โช๏ธCarer & disabled Ticket. Admits two.
Access card required: ยฃ22.50
โน๏ธ FOR BOOKING & MORE INFORMATION:
Click via the event link.
Related Deals
๐ Insect Trail 2025 - Rushmere Country Park
Saturday 23 August 2025
Time: 09:00 - 16:00 Price: ยฃ3.00
๐ For the Summer Holiday we have an Insect Trail available to pick up from the Visitor Centre at Rushmere Country Park. Find out all about the insects found in the park as you explore and then collect your reward!
โน๏ธ DETAILS
Pick up your trail sheet for ยฃ3 in the Visitor Centre open 9am โ 4pm daily. All proceeds from the trail are invested back into the park which is run on a not for profit basis.
๐ ABOUT RUSHMERE COUNTRY PARK
A great place to discover nature and enjoy the outdoors with over 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows to enjoy. A brand new, bespoke Children's Play Area Heron's Hangout is now open for 2025! Perfect for young adventurers (ages 7+), Heron's Hangout includes nature-inspired play equipment where kids can climb, balance and explore in a safe outdoor setting.
๐งโโ๏ธ A Family accessible trail is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs where visitors can search for fairies and have a photograph in the Giantโs Chair.
๐ณ FOR WALK & TRAIL IDEAS - Click here
๐ FOOD & DRINK
๐ธ๏ธ The Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck
OPEN: 8amโ4.00pm daily
for breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, cake and ice cream (hot food served until 3.30pm).
๐ธ๏ธ The Herons' Hatch Takeaway OPEN every weekend and weekdays during school holidays.
Breakfast is served from 8am - 11.45am
Delicious choice of food is served from 12 noon to 4pm. All our cafรฉ food is made to order
โน๏ธ DETAILS
Pick up your trail sheet for ยฃ3 in the Visitor Centre open 9am โ 4pm daily. All proceeds from the trail are invested back into the park which is run on a not for profit basis.
๐ ABOUT RUSHMERE COUNTRY PARK
A great place to discover nature and enjoy the outdoors with over 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows to enjoy. A brand new, bespoke Children's Play Area Heron's Hangout is now open for 2025! Perfect for young adventurers (ages 7+), Heron's Hangout includes nature-inspired play equipment where kids can climb, balance and explore in a safe outdoor setting.
๐งโโ๏ธ A Family accessible trail is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs where visitors can search for fairies and have a photograph in the Giantโs Chair.
๐ณ FOR WALK & TRAIL IDEAS - Click here
๐ FOOD & DRINK
๐ธ๏ธ The Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck
OPEN: 8amโ4.00pm daily
for breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, cake and ice cream (hot food served until 3.30pm).
๐ธ๏ธ The Herons' Hatch Takeaway OPEN every weekend and weekdays during school holidays.
Breakfast is served from 8am - 11.45am
Delicious choice of food is served from 12 noon to 4pm. All our cafรฉ food is made to order
Our menu changes regularly - if you would like to know what we offer give us a call on 01525 234260. Opening and closing times may vary.
๐ถ DOG AREAS AT THE RESTAURANT
Dogs are welcome on our decking and outside seating areas โ assistance dogs only allowed inside the cafe. Dog water bowls are available.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking charges apply.
Dogs are welcome on our decking and outside seating areas โ assistance dogs only allowed inside the cafe. Dog water bowls are available.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking charges apply.
๐ World Games Trail 2025 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Saturday 23 August 2025
Time: 09:30 - 15:30 Price: ยฃ4.00
๐ Get active, get competitive and most of all, have fun this summer 2025 at Jordans Mill in Broom!
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
Saturday 19th July โ Tuesday 2nd September
โช๏ธ 7 days a week
โฐ 9:30am โ 3:30pm
โณ๏ธ EVENT DETAILS
Take on our exciting World Games Childrenโs Trail packed with sporty challenges and giggles all the way.
From sprinting and limbo to rugby, golf, hanging rope, and horse racing, children will complete 10 fun-filled challenges around the trail. Score your progress on the trail sheet, then head to the Mill Shop to collect your well-earned prize!
๐ Are you up for the challenge?! ๐
๐ท COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, PAY ON THE DAY
ยฃ4 per child, includes trail sheet and a prize
โ๏ธ THE CAFE
If you are feeling hungry there is also a cafe onsite at a scenic location overlooking the river.
Check the menu out here:
https://jordansmill.com/plan-your-visit/whats-on#riverside-cafe
โน๏ธ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01767 603940
๐ง Email: info@jordansmill.com
๐ Facebook: Jordans Mill
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
Saturday 19th July โ Tuesday 2nd September
โช๏ธ 7 days a week
โฐ 9:30am โ 3:30pm
โณ๏ธ EVENT DETAILS
Take on our exciting World Games Childrenโs Trail packed with sporty challenges and giggles all the way.
From sprinting and limbo to rugby, golf, hanging rope, and horse racing, children will complete 10 fun-filled challenges around the trail. Score your progress on the trail sheet, then head to the Mill Shop to collect your well-earned prize!
๐ Are you up for the challenge?! ๐
๐ท COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, PAY ON THE DAY
ยฃ4 per child, includes trail sheet and a prize
โ๏ธ THE CAFE
If you are feeling hungry there is also a cafe onsite at a scenic location overlooking the river.
Check the menu out here:
https://jordansmill.com/plan-your-visit/whats-on#riverside-cafe
โน๏ธ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01767 603940
๐ง Email: info@jordansmill.com
๐ Facebook: Jordans Mill
๐ฆ The Taskmaster Half Term 2025 - Wrest Park, Silsoe
Saturday 23 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
๐ Launching at 17 historic sites, join us at Wrest Park from 19 July - 31 August 2025, for some fun and silliness for all the family to get stuck into.
Enjoy a wide range of hilarious tasks and side-splitting shenanigans. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Enjoy a wide range of hilarious tasks and side-splitting shenanigans. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Wrest Park๐ EVENT DETAILS
Itโs all fun and games at Wrest Park this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into.
Weโve partnered with TVโs Taskmaster to set you silly challenges as you explore. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. There might be a rubber duck or two to spot on the way too. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Please note: Alex and the Taskmaster team sadly wonโt be doing the tasks with you โฆ which does mean youโre in charge. Questionable. But exciting.
Please note: Alex and the Taskmaster team sadly wonโt be doing the tasks with you โฆ which does mean youโre in charge. Questionable. But exciting.
Plus, aim for a hole in one with mini golf, and use your imagination to build your own nature themed play structure.
๐ BOOKING
๐ BOOKING
Book early and save 15%.This event is included in the standard entry price.
Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.
โช๏ธAdult: From ยฃ17.20
โช๏ธChildren (5 - 17): From ยฃ10.90
โช๏ธUnder 5: Free entry
โช๏ธSenior 65+: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธStudent: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธFamily with 1 adult & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ28.60
โช๏ธFamily with 2 adults & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ46.30
โช๏ธEssential Companion: Free
โจ๏ธ MEMBERS - FREE
Members get free entry.
If youโre a member, youโll also need to bring your membership card. You can only use the member rate for people included in your membership.
FAQโ๏ธ
Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.
โช๏ธAdult: From ยฃ17.20
โช๏ธChildren (5 - 17): From ยฃ10.90
โช๏ธUnder 5: Free entry
โช๏ธSenior 65+: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธStudent: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธFamily with 1 adult & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ28.60
โช๏ธFamily with 2 adults & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ46.30
โช๏ธEssential Companion: Free
โจ๏ธ MEMBERS - FREE
Members get free entry.
If youโre a member, youโll also need to bring your membership card. You can only use the member rate for people included in your membership.
FAQโ๏ธ
Got any questions? Check out our Taskmaster FAQs
โ๏ธ THE CAFE & SHOP
Feeling peckish? Head to the Wrest Park cafรฉ with its selection of delicious hot and cold meals and snacks, including a homemade soup of the day and freshly made sandwiches.
โ๏ธ THE CAFE & SHOP
Feeling peckish? Head to the Wrest Park cafรฉ with its selection of delicious hot and cold meals and snacks, including a homemade soup of the day and freshly made sandwiches.
Take inspiration from history at the shop where you can pick up jams and chutneys, wines, beers, books, garden gifts and more.
๐ฃโโ๏ธ Floating Market - Campbell Wharf, Milton Keynes
Saturday 23 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
๐ฃโโ๏ธ Canal Boats Bring Colour to Milton Keynes This August Bank Holiday 2025.
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธSaturday 23rd - Monday 25th August
โช๏ธ10am - 5pm
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Get ready for a unique shopping experience this August Bank Holiday! The Roving Canal Traders Association's Floating Market is bringing a splash of colour and a treasure trove of goodies to the Grand Union Canal.
From 10am to 5pm each day, the canal between Blue Bridge and Childs Way Bridge, near Campbell Wharf, will be abuzz with narrowboats selling a delightful array of wares.
Milton Keynes, a new town built in the 1960s, is intertwined with the Grand Union Canal, a vital transport link during the industrial revolution. Today, the canal offers a scenic backdrop for leisure and recreation.
๐ LOCATION
Grand Union Canal Towpath from Blue Bridge 82 towards Bridge 82A Childs Way Milton Keynes, Bucks.
โน๏ธ KEEP UPDATED
Follow the Facebook page to keep updated.
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธSaturday 23rd - Monday 25th August
โช๏ธ10am - 5pm
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Get ready for a unique shopping experience this August Bank Holiday! The Roving Canal Traders Association's Floating Market is bringing a splash of colour and a treasure trove of goodies to the Grand Union Canal.
From 10am to 5pm each day, the canal between Blue Bridge and Childs Way Bridge, near Campbell Wharf, will be abuzz with narrowboats selling a delightful array of wares.
Milton Keynes, a new town built in the 1960s, is intertwined with the Grand Union Canal, a vital transport link during the industrial revolution. Today, the canal offers a scenic backdrop for leisure and recreation.
๐ LOCATION
Grand Union Canal Towpath from Blue Bridge 82 towards Bridge 82A Childs Way Milton Keynes, Bucks.
โน๏ธ KEEP UPDATED
Follow the Facebook page to keep updated.
๐ Free Summer of Play: Dunstable Downs Sports Village
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
โฝ๏ธ This year, see our Estate transform into a Sports Village with free, outdoor activities like football, cricket, hockey, tennis, table tennis, athletics, frisbee golf, mini croquet and Wednesday soft archery for you to get stuck into.
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธMonday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
โช๏ธ10:30am - 17:00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED JUST TURN UP
Activities are self-led, just pick up the equipment from the Sports Village. Accessible drop off points and sensory sports equipment is also available. Please get in touch if you wish to find out more.
๐ DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
๐น Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
โช๏ธ10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
๐ณ Letโs Get Going nature-based games:
โช๏ธ01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested ยฃ2 donation.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
๐MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01582 500920
๐ง Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธMonday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
โช๏ธ10:30am - 17:00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED JUST TURN UP
Activities are self-led, just pick up the equipment from the Sports Village. Accessible drop off points and sensory sports equipment is also available. Please get in touch if you wish to find out more.
๐ DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
๐น Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
โช๏ธ10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
๐ณ Letโs Get Going nature-based games:
โช๏ธ01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested ยฃ2 donation.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
๐MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01582 500920
๐ง Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
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๐ป The Fun Fields at The Patch, Milton Keynes - 2025
Sunday 24 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
๐ป The Patch MK is home to The Last Footprint, The Flower Fields and The Fun Fields this Summer. If youโre looking for things to do over the summer holidays, we have a whole host of activities for children and adults of all ages. Open Friday 25th July โ Saturday 30th August 2025
๐ 2025 OPENING DAYS & TIMES
(closed Mondays except Bank Holidays)
โช๏ธTuesday - Sunday: 10am โ 5pm
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
(closed Mondays except Bank Holidays)
โช๏ธTuesday - Sunday: 10am โ 5pm
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
๐ฆ The Lost World Corn Maze
Our Dinosaur Maze is roarsome fun!
Enter through the Lost World Gateway to enjoy a walk on the wild side as you hunt for the dinosaurs in our Jurassic Corn Maze.
PLAY AT THE PATCH
๐ผ Roller Bowler
๐ผ Wall Ball
๐ผ The Slide Hive
๐ผ Cornboy Lassoing
๐ผ Cornholing (but donโt google this, it is not what you find on the internet!!)
๐ผ The Duck Flight
๐ผ 9-Hole Family Mini Golf
๐ผ Climbing Wall
๐ผ Mini Beach Area
๐ผ Bale Mountain
๐ผ Duck Racing
๐ผ Bale Cart Slide Trailer
๐ผ Barrel Train Rides
Enter through the Lost World Gateway to enjoy a walk on the wild side as you hunt for the dinosaurs in our Jurassic Corn Maze.
PLAY AT THE PATCH
๐ผ Roller Bowler
๐ผ Wall Ball
๐ผ The Slide Hive
๐ผ Cornboy Lassoing
๐ผ Cornholing (but donโt google this, it is not what you find on the internet!!)
๐ผ The Duck Flight
๐ผ 9-Hole Family Mini Golf
๐ผ Climbing Wall
๐ผ Mini Beach Area
๐ผ Bale Mountain
๐ผ Duck Racing
๐ผ Bale Cart Slide Trailer
๐ผ Barrel Train Rides
๐ The Labyrinth of Illusions
The UKโs largest optical illusion and quite possibly the largest optical illusion in the world!
A living, growing labyrinth, planted to grow into a giant optical illusion for visitors to lose themselves in!
๐ค THE SHRINKING ROOM
Experience the magic from the original โCharlie and the Chocolate Factoryโ film!
As you stroll down this captivating corridor, youโll seem to grow bigger with every step. Get ready to be amazed by this iconic illusion and make sure someone is ready to capture it on camera.
๐ THE ANTI - GRAVITY ROOM
The โAnti-Gravity Roomโ offers an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of sensory illusions. In this room, balls appear to roll uphill, and everyone seems to stand at impossible slants, effortlessly leaning into space without falling over.
๐ THE VORTEX TUNNEL
This bizarre and exciting contraption works by tricking your mind and body into thinking and feeling like the ground beneath you is moving when in fact it is completely still.
๐ช DISTORTING MIRRORS
These mirrors are sure to give you, your friends, and your family plenty to laugh about.
๐ GIANT PIN ART BOARD
Step up and experience the fun of the giant human pin art board! This supersized interactive installation takes the classic pin art toy and makes it big enough for you!
๐ ONLINE TICKET COST FOR COMBINED FUN & FLOWER:
โช๏ธAdult entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธChild entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธGroup ticket - Admits 4 people: ยฃ55.00
โช๏ธChild under 18 months: ยฃ0.00
โช๏ธConcession - 65 years and above: ยฃ12.95
โช๏ธCarer & disabled Ticket. Admits two.
Access card required: ยฃ22.50
โน๏ธ FOR BOOKING & MORE INFORMATION:
Click via the event link.
A living, growing labyrinth, planted to grow into a giant optical illusion for visitors to lose themselves in!
๐ค THE SHRINKING ROOM
Experience the magic from the original โCharlie and the Chocolate Factoryโ film!
As you stroll down this captivating corridor, youโll seem to grow bigger with every step. Get ready to be amazed by this iconic illusion and make sure someone is ready to capture it on camera.
๐ THE ANTI - GRAVITY ROOM
The โAnti-Gravity Roomโ offers an exciting adventure into the fascinating world of sensory illusions. In this room, balls appear to roll uphill, and everyone seems to stand at impossible slants, effortlessly leaning into space without falling over.
๐ THE VORTEX TUNNEL
This bizarre and exciting contraption works by tricking your mind and body into thinking and feeling like the ground beneath you is moving when in fact it is completely still.
๐ช DISTORTING MIRRORS
These mirrors are sure to give you, your friends, and your family plenty to laugh about.
๐ GIANT PIN ART BOARD
Step up and experience the fun of the giant human pin art board! This supersized interactive installation takes the classic pin art toy and makes it big enough for you!
๐ ONLINE TICKET COST FOR COMBINED FUN & FLOWER:
โช๏ธAdult entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธChild entry: ยฃ14.95
โช๏ธGroup ticket - Admits 4 people: ยฃ55.00
โช๏ธChild under 18 months: ยฃ0.00
โช๏ธConcession - 65 years and above: ยฃ12.95
โช๏ธCarer & disabled Ticket. Admits two.
Access card required: ยฃ22.50
โน๏ธ FOR BOOKING & MORE INFORMATION:
Click via the event link.
Related Deals
๐ Insect Trail 2025 - Rushmere Country Park
Sunday 24 August 2025
Time: 09:00 - 16:00 Price: ยฃ3.00
๐ For the Summer Holiday we have an Insect Trail available to pick up from the Visitor Centre at Rushmere Country Park. Find out all about the insects found in the park as you explore and then collect your reward!
โน๏ธ DETAILS
Pick up your trail sheet for ยฃ3 in the Visitor Centre open 9am โ 4pm daily. All proceeds from the trail are invested back into the park which is run on a not for profit basis.
๐ ABOUT RUSHMERE COUNTRY PARK
A great place to discover nature and enjoy the outdoors with over 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows to enjoy. A brand new, bespoke Children's Play Area Heron's Hangout is now open for 2025! Perfect for young adventurers (ages 7+), Heron's Hangout includes nature-inspired play equipment where kids can climb, balance and explore in a safe outdoor setting.
๐งโโ๏ธ A Family accessible trail is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs where visitors can search for fairies and have a photograph in the Giantโs Chair.
๐ณ FOR WALK & TRAIL IDEAS - Click here
๐ FOOD & DRINK
๐ธ๏ธ The Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck
OPEN: 8amโ4.00pm daily
for breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, cake and ice cream (hot food served until 3.30pm).
๐ธ๏ธ The Herons' Hatch Takeaway OPEN every weekend and weekdays during school holidays.
Breakfast is served from 8am - 11.45am
Delicious choice of food is served from 12 noon to 4pm. All our cafรฉ food is made to order
โน๏ธ DETAILS
Pick up your trail sheet for ยฃ3 in the Visitor Centre open 9am โ 4pm daily. All proceeds from the trail are invested back into the park which is run on a not for profit basis.
๐ ABOUT RUSHMERE COUNTRY PARK
A great place to discover nature and enjoy the outdoors with over 400 acres of woodland, heathland and meadows to enjoy. A brand new, bespoke Children's Play Area Heron's Hangout is now open for 2025! Perfect for young adventurers (ages 7+), Heron's Hangout includes nature-inspired play equipment where kids can climb, balance and explore in a safe outdoor setting.
๐งโโ๏ธ A Family accessible trail is suitable for buggies and wheelchairs where visitors can search for fairies and have a photograph in the Giantโs Chair.
๐ณ FOR WALK & TRAIL IDEAS - Click here
๐ FOOD & DRINK
๐ธ๏ธ The Tree Tops Restaurant and Deck
OPEN: 8amโ4.00pm daily
for breakfast, lunch, snacks, drinks, cake and ice cream (hot food served until 3.30pm).
๐ธ๏ธ The Herons' Hatch Takeaway OPEN every weekend and weekdays during school holidays.
Breakfast is served from 8am - 11.45am
Delicious choice of food is served from 12 noon to 4pm. All our cafรฉ food is made to order
Our menu changes regularly - if you would like to know what we offer give us a call on 01525 234260. Opening and closing times may vary.
๐ถ DOG AREAS AT THE RESTAURANT
Dogs are welcome on our decking and outside seating areas โ assistance dogs only allowed inside the cafe. Dog water bowls are available.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking charges apply.
Dogs are welcome on our decking and outside seating areas โ assistance dogs only allowed inside the cafe. Dog water bowls are available.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking charges apply.
๐ World Games Trail 2025 - Jordans Mill, Broom
Sunday 24 August 2025
Time: 09:30 - 15:30 Price: ยฃ4.00
๐ Get active, get competitive and most of all, have fun this summer 2025 at Jordans Mill in Broom!
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
Saturday 19th July โ Tuesday 2nd September
โช๏ธ 7 days a week
โฐ 9:30am โ 3:30pm
โณ๏ธ EVENT DETAILS
Take on our exciting World Games Childrenโs Trail packed with sporty challenges and giggles all the way.
From sprinting and limbo to rugby, golf, hanging rope, and horse racing, children will complete 10 fun-filled challenges around the trail. Score your progress on the trail sheet, then head to the Mill Shop to collect your well-earned prize!
๐ Are you up for the challenge?! ๐
๐ท COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, PAY ON THE DAY
ยฃ4 per child, includes trail sheet and a prize
โ๏ธ THE CAFE
If you are feeling hungry there is also a cafe onsite at a scenic location overlooking the river.
Check the menu out here:
https://jordansmill.com/plan-your-visit/whats-on#riverside-cafe
โน๏ธ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01767 603940
๐ง Email: info@jordansmill.com
๐ Facebook: Jordans Mill
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
Saturday 19th July โ Tuesday 2nd September
โช๏ธ 7 days a week
โฐ 9:30am โ 3:30pm
โณ๏ธ EVENT DETAILS
Take on our exciting World Games Childrenโs Trail packed with sporty challenges and giggles all the way.
From sprinting and limbo to rugby, golf, hanging rope, and horse racing, children will complete 10 fun-filled challenges around the trail. Score your progress on the trail sheet, then head to the Mill Shop to collect your well-earned prize!
๐ Are you up for the challenge?! ๐
๐ท COST - NO BOOKING REQUIRED, PAY ON THE DAY
ยฃ4 per child, includes trail sheet and a prize
โ๏ธ THE CAFE
If you are feeling hungry there is also a cafe onsite at a scenic location overlooking the river.
Check the menu out here:
https://jordansmill.com/plan-your-visit/whats-on#riverside-cafe
โน๏ธ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01767 603940
๐ง Email: info@jordansmill.com
๐ Facebook: Jordans Mill
๐ฆ The Taskmaster Half Term 2025 - Wrest Park, Silsoe
Sunday 24 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
๐ Launching at 17 historic sites, join us at Wrest Park from 19 July - 31 August 2025, for some fun and silliness for all the family to get stuck into.
Enjoy a wide range of hilarious tasks and side-splitting shenanigans. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Enjoy a wide range of hilarious tasks and side-splitting shenanigans. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Wrest Park๐ EVENT DETAILS
Itโs all fun and games at Wrest Park this summer, with loads of activities for the whole family to get stuck into.
Weโve partnered with TVโs Taskmaster to set you silly challenges as you explore. Collect your Taskmaster score card and complete your tasks. There might be a rubber duck or two to spot on the way too. Celebrate your silliness with some selfie shots when you reach the finishing zone.
Please note: Alex and the Taskmaster team sadly wonโt be doing the tasks with you โฆ which does mean youโre in charge. Questionable. But exciting.
Please note: Alex and the Taskmaster team sadly wonโt be doing the tasks with you โฆ which does mean youโre in charge. Questionable. But exciting.
Plus, aim for a hole in one with mini golf, and use your imagination to build your own nature themed play structure.
๐ BOOKING
๐ BOOKING
Book early and save 15%.This event is included in the standard entry price.
Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.
โช๏ธAdult: From ยฃ17.20
โช๏ธChildren (5 - 17): From ยฃ10.90
โช๏ธUnder 5: Free entry
โช๏ธSenior 65+: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธStudent: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธFamily with 1 adult & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ28.60
โช๏ธFamily with 2 adults & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ46.30
โช๏ธEssential Companion: Free
โจ๏ธ MEMBERS - FREE
Members get free entry.
If youโre a member, youโll also need to bring your membership card. You can only use the member rate for people included in your membership.
FAQโ๏ธ
Your admission price will depend on the day you want to visit. Find out more about our pricing.
โช๏ธAdult: From ยฃ17.20
โช๏ธChildren (5 - 17): From ยฃ10.90
โช๏ธUnder 5: Free entry
โช๏ธSenior 65+: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธStudent: From ยฃ15.90
โช๏ธFamily with 1 adult & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ28.60
โช๏ธFamily with 2 adults & upto to 3 children: From ยฃ46.30
โช๏ธEssential Companion: Free
โจ๏ธ MEMBERS - FREE
Members get free entry.
If youโre a member, youโll also need to bring your membership card. You can only use the member rate for people included in your membership.
FAQโ๏ธ
Got any questions? Check out our Taskmaster FAQs
โ๏ธ THE CAFE & SHOP
Feeling peckish? Head to the Wrest Park cafรฉ with its selection of delicious hot and cold meals and snacks, including a homemade soup of the day and freshly made sandwiches.
โ๏ธ THE CAFE & SHOP
Feeling peckish? Head to the Wrest Park cafรฉ with its selection of delicious hot and cold meals and snacks, including a homemade soup of the day and freshly made sandwiches.
Take inspiration from history at the shop where you can pick up jams and chutneys, wines, beers, books, garden gifts and more.
๐ถ Bands in the Park 2025 - Riverside, St Neots
Sunday 24 August 2025
Time: 14:30 - 16:30
๐ถ Weโre excited to announce that Bands in the Park is returning to Riverside Park this summer 2025! Join us every Sunday from 2:30pm to 4:30pm for a season full of incredible live music from some of the best local performers.
โจ๏ธ WHAT TO KNOW
โจ๏ธ WHAT TO KNOW
Bring a picnic, your favourite blanket or chair, and relax in the beautiful surroundings of Riverside Park as the sounds of summer fill the air. Whether you love swing, soul, jazz, pop, or something a bit different, thereโs something for everyone to enjoy.
๐ 2025 LINE-UP:
โช๏ธ20 July โ Medication Time
โช๏ธ27 July โ Diamond Country Dance Club
โช๏ธ3 August โ Caxton Swing
โช๏ธ10 August โ The Orchard
โช๏ธ17 August โ The Roxton Press
โช๏ธ24 August โ Lizzie Reynolds Vocalist
โช๏ธ31 August โ The Soul Sisters
โช๏ธ7 September โ Natasha Thompson Quartet
โช๏ธ14 September โ Caz on Sax
โช๏ธ21 September โ St Neots Big Band
โช๏ธ20 July โ Medication Time
โช๏ธ27 July โ Diamond Country Dance Club
โช๏ธ3 August โ Caxton Swing
โช๏ธ10 August โ The Orchard
โช๏ธ17 August โ The Roxton Press
โช๏ธ24 August โ Lizzie Reynolds Vocalist
โช๏ธ31 August โ The Soul Sisters
โช๏ธ7 September โ Natasha Thompson Quartet
โช๏ธ14 September โ Caz on Sax
โช๏ธ21 September โ St Neots Big Band
๐ง IF THE WEATHER ISN'T GREAT
Please note: performances may be cancelled at short notice due to poor weather conditions.
So gather your friends and family and head to Riverside Park in St Neots โ your Sundays just got a whole lot more musical!
๐ Riverside Miniature Train - St Neots
Sunday 24 August 2025
Time: 12:00 - 16:00 Price: ยฃ1.00
๐ Train rides are The Riverside Miniature Railway remain ยฃ1 per person (under 2s go free).
๐ 2025 OPENING DAYS & TIMES THIS SUMMER
โช๏ธEvery Sunday: 12pm - 4pm
โช๏ธWednesday 30th July: 12pm - 3pm
โช๏ธWednesday 6th August: 12pm - 3pm
โช๏ธWednesday 13th August: 12pm - 3pm
โช๏ธWednesday 20th August: 12pm - 3pm
โช๏ธWednesday 27th August: 12pm - 3pm
โฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY
Everyone is welcome. We have Access-i-belle, our accessible carriage, available for people who are unable to sit on our ride on coaches, e.g. for wheelchair users and those with reduced mobility, so everyone can enjoy a ride on the railway.
๐ถ DOGS
Small dogs are welcome to travel on the train, but they must be held or able to sit on the carriage. All dogs must be on a lead.
๐ LOCATION
We are located within the Riverside Park in St.Neots, just past the play park.
PE19 7HD near the main car park.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking is free on a Sunday, all other days any chargable.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01480 217037
๐ง Email: riversideminiaturerailway@gmail.com
โช๏ธEvery Sunday: 12pm - 4pm
โช๏ธWednesday 30th July: 12pm - 3pm
โช๏ธWednesday 6th August: 12pm - 3pm
โช๏ธWednesday 13th August: 12pm - 3pm
โช๏ธWednesday 20th August: 12pm - 3pm
โช๏ธWednesday 27th August: 12pm - 3pm
โฟ๏ธ ACCESSIBILITY
Everyone is welcome. We have Access-i-belle, our accessible carriage, available for people who are unable to sit on our ride on coaches, e.g. for wheelchair users and those with reduced mobility, so everyone can enjoy a ride on the railway.
๐ถ DOGS
Small dogs are welcome to travel on the train, but they must be held or able to sit on the carriage. All dogs must be on a lead.
๐ LOCATION
We are located within the Riverside Park in St.Neots, just past the play park.
PE19 7HD near the main car park.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Parking is free on a Sunday, all other days any chargable.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01480 217037
๐ง Email: riversideminiaturerailway@gmail.com
๐ฃโโ๏ธ Floating Market - Campbell Wharf, Milton Keynes
Sunday 24 August 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
๐ฃโโ๏ธ Canal Boats Bring Colour to Milton Keynes This August Bank Holiday 2025.
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธSaturday 23rd - Monday 25th August
โช๏ธ10am - 5pm
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Get ready for a unique shopping experience this August Bank Holiday! The Roving Canal Traders Association's Floating Market is bringing a splash of colour and a treasure trove of goodies to the Grand Union Canal.
From 10am to 5pm each day, the canal between Blue Bridge and Childs Way Bridge, near Campbell Wharf, will be abuzz with narrowboats selling a delightful array of wares.
Milton Keynes, a new town built in the 1960s, is intertwined with the Grand Union Canal, a vital transport link during the industrial revolution. Today, the canal offers a scenic backdrop for leisure and recreation.
๐ LOCATION
Grand Union Canal Towpath from Blue Bridge 82 towards Bridge 82A Childs Way Milton Keynes, Bucks.
โน๏ธ KEEP UPDATED
Follow the Facebook page to keep updated.
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธSaturday 23rd - Monday 25th August
โช๏ธ10am - 5pm
๐คฉ WHAT TO EXPECT
Get ready for a unique shopping experience this August Bank Holiday! The Roving Canal Traders Association's Floating Market is bringing a splash of colour and a treasure trove of goodies to the Grand Union Canal.
From 10am to 5pm each day, the canal between Blue Bridge and Childs Way Bridge, near Campbell Wharf, will be abuzz with narrowboats selling a delightful array of wares.
Milton Keynes, a new town built in the 1960s, is intertwined with the Grand Union Canal, a vital transport link during the industrial revolution. Today, the canal offers a scenic backdrop for leisure and recreation.
๐ LOCATION
Grand Union Canal Towpath from Blue Bridge 82 towards Bridge 82A Childs Way Milton Keynes, Bucks.
โน๏ธ KEEP UPDATED
Follow the Facebook page to keep updated.
๐ Free Summer of Play: Dunstable Downs Sports Village
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
โฝ๏ธ This year, see our Estate transform into a Sports Village with free, outdoor activities like football, cricket, hockey, tennis, table tennis, athletics, frisbee golf, mini croquet and Wednesday soft archery for you to get stuck into.
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธMonday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
โช๏ธ10:30am - 17:00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED JUST TURN UP
Activities are self-led, just pick up the equipment from the Sports Village. Accessible drop off points and sensory sports equipment is also available. Please get in touch if you wish to find out more.
๐ DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
๐น Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
โช๏ธ10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
๐ณ Letโs Get Going nature-based games:
โช๏ธ01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested ยฃ2 donation.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
๐MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01582 500920
๐ง Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
๐ 2025 DATES & TIMES
โช๏ธMonday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
โช๏ธ10:30am - 17:00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED JUST TURN UP
Activities are self-led, just pick up the equipment from the Sports Village. Accessible drop off points and sensory sports equipment is also available. Please get in touch if you wish to find out more.
๐ DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
๐น Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
โช๏ธ10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
๐ณ Letโs Get Going nature-based games:
โช๏ธ01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โช๏ธ29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
โ ๏ธ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested ยฃ2 donation.
๐ ฟ๏ธ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
๐MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
โน๏ธ CONTACT DETAILS
โ๏ธ Phone: 01582 500920
๐ง Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk