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🛍 Leighton Buzzard Handmade and Craft Market 2025
Saturday 26 July 2025
Time: 08:30 - 15:00
🛍 Our Handmade and Craft Market runs alongside the Charter Market, fourth Saturday of the month.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Exploring Leighton Buzzard Handmade & Craft Market is a great opportunity to meet the artists, designers, creators, and makers in the local area.
Our specialist traders are happy to showcase their ideas and products and talk to you about the creative processes involved in making them. Shop for original gifts, commission something unique or buy something a little different for yourself.
🗓 2025 HANDMADE & CRAFT MARKET DATES
▪️Saturday 22 March
▪️Saturday 26 April
▪️Saturday 24 May
▪️Saturday 28 June
▪️Saturday 26 July
▪️Saturday 23 August
▪️Saturday 27 September
▪️Saturday 25 October
▪️Saturday 22 November
▪️Saturday 13 December
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Exploring Leighton Buzzard Handmade & Craft Market is a great opportunity to meet the artists, designers, creators, and makers in the local area.
Our specialist traders are happy to showcase their ideas and products and talk to you about the creative processes involved in making them. Shop for original gifts, commission something unique or buy something a little different for yourself.
🗓 2025 HANDMADE & CRAFT MARKET DATES
▪️Saturday 22 March
▪️Saturday 26 April
▪️Saturday 24 May
▪️Saturday 28 June
▪️Saturday 26 July
▪️Saturday 23 August
▪️Saturday 27 September
▪️Saturday 25 October
▪️Saturday 22 November
▪️Saturday 13 December
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🚣♀️ Linslade Canal Festival 2025
Saturday 26 July 2025
Time: 11:00 - 17:00
🚣♀️ Linslade Canal Festival 2025
Linslade Canal Festival returns this year for another unforgettable celebration of countryside charm, heritage crafts and stunning canal boats.
🛍 WHAT TO EXPECT
Visitors will be treated to captivating demonstrations from traditional artisans, including bee skep making, stained glass window crafting, trug and hurdle making and wood carving. These skilled craftspeople will showcase the beauty and technique behind rural trades that have stood the test of time. A birds of prey static display will offer an up-close look at majestic raptors, while forest school workshops and storytelling sessions promise hands-on discovery and imaginative adventures for all ages.
Linslade Canal Festival returns this year for another unforgettable celebration of countryside charm, heritage crafts and stunning canal boats.
🛍 WHAT TO EXPECT
Visitors will be treated to captivating demonstrations from traditional artisans, including bee skep making, stained glass window crafting, trug and hurdle making and wood carving. These skilled craftspeople will showcase the beauty and technique behind rural trades that have stood the test of time. A birds of prey static display will offer an up-close look at majestic raptors, while forest school workshops and storytelling sessions promise hands-on discovery and imaginative adventures for all ages.
🪵 Tow‑Path Discoveries
A wander along the tow‑path reveals a living history of canal life. Historic working boats and trade vessels will be moored alongside pleasure craft, offering handmade goods, canal memorabilia, and a glimpse into the waterways’ rich past.
A wander along the tow‑path reveals a living history of canal life. Historic working boats and trade vessels will be moored alongside pleasure craft, offering handmade goods, canal memorabilia, and a glimpse into the waterways’ rich past.
🎶 Music & Entertainment
The festival’s main stage will feature live performances from Wayland Smithy, the Andy Smythe Band and the lively Brass Junkies. Roaming entertainers Andrew and Edmund (A & E) will bring spontaneous musical fun throughout the poplars area.
The festival’s main stage will feature live performances from Wayland Smithy, the Andy Smythe Band and the lively Brass Junkies. Roaming entertainers Andrew and Edmund (A & E) will bring spontaneous musical fun throughout the poplars area.
On the acoustic stage in Peace Meadow, enjoy intimate sets from Abbie Gathard, Rising & Open Voices, and the joyful Ukietoones adding to the warm, communal atmosphere.
🎠 Family Fun & Interactive Activities
Children and adults alike can engage in a variety of workshops, including nature-based learning with forest schools and captivating storytelling sessions. A traditional children’s funfair adds a delightful vintage touch to the day’s excitement.
Children and adults alike can engage in a variety of workshops, including nature-based learning with forest schools and captivating storytelling sessions. A traditional children’s funfair adds a delightful vintage touch to the day’s excitement.
🎊 A Festival to Remember
Whether you’re discovering lost crafts, enjoying live music, or simply soaking in the waterside charm, Linslade Canal Festival 2025 offers something for everyone.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible parking is available in Cedars School (£2.50 per car) and an accessible courtesy vehicle will provide transport to the festival site throughout the day.
There are some pathways around site which are accessible however due to the nature of the site, some areas are accessed across grass and rougher terrain.
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY
The event is dog friendly, however we do ask visitors to keep dogs on leads and clear up after their dog. Spare dog waste bags are available from the information point near the main entrance.
Whether you’re discovering lost crafts, enjoying live music, or simply soaking in the waterside charm, Linslade Canal Festival 2025 offers something for everyone.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible parking is available in Cedars School (£2.50 per car) and an accessible courtesy vehicle will provide transport to the festival site throughout the day.
There are some pathways around site which are accessible however due to the nature of the site, some areas are accessed across grass and rougher terrain.
🐶 DOG FRIENDLY
The event is dog friendly, however we do ask visitors to keep dogs on leads and clear up after their dog. Spare dog waste bags are available from the information point near the main entrance.
🤸♂️ Adult Farm Night with Silent Disco 2025 - Mead Open Farm
Saturday 26 July 2025
Time: 18:30 - 22:30
🎧 NEW FOR 2025 at Mead Open Farm in Leighton Buzzard - From 19th July 2025, enjoy the Silent Disco as part of your ticket! Don a headset and party the night away as the DJs battle it out.
🤸♂️ PLAY....
Let loose in our indoor play, take on your mates at mini golf and bounce around on our giant jumping pillows.
🏎 ADVENTURES
Reach new heights with our thrilling Topsy Turvy climbing adventure or race in our go-karts. Zoom down Shaggy's Raceway & indoor play!
🐐 ANIMALS
Hand feed our adorable animals.
🔥 FOOD & MUSIC
Enjoy food from our award-winning restaurant, dance the night away to the sounds of summer, toast some marshmallows at the firepit and, of course, enjoy some drinks!*.
😋 A FOOD CHOICE INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET
▪️Bacon Cheeseburger (GFA)
▪️Moving Mountains Plant-Based Burger (V / VE)
▪️Halloumi Burger (V)
▪️Chicken Katsu Loaded Fries
▪️Frankfurter Hot Dog
Please note: Menu is subject to change. If you have an allergens or dietary questions, please email events@meadopenfarm.co.uk
🗓 ADULT FARM NIGHTS WITH SILENT DISCO DATES FOR 2025
▪️Saturday 19th July
▪️Saturday 26th July
▪️Saturday 2nd August
▪️Saturday 9th August
▪️Saturday 16th August
🎟 TICKETS COST:
All included in your Adult Farm Nights ticket from just £28.95. For a group of 10 or more or members the ticket cost is from £25.95.
🤸♂️ PLAY....
Let loose in our indoor play, take on your mates at mini golf and bounce around on our giant jumping pillows.
🏎 ADVENTURES
Reach new heights with our thrilling Topsy Turvy climbing adventure or race in our go-karts. Zoom down Shaggy's Raceway & indoor play!
🐐 ANIMALS
Hand feed our adorable animals.
🔥 FOOD & MUSIC
Enjoy food from our award-winning restaurant, dance the night away to the sounds of summer, toast some marshmallows at the firepit and, of course, enjoy some drinks!*.
😋 A FOOD CHOICE INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET
▪️Bacon Cheeseburger (GFA)
▪️Moving Mountains Plant-Based Burger (V / VE)
▪️Halloumi Burger (V)
▪️Chicken Katsu Loaded Fries
▪️Frankfurter Hot Dog
Please note: Menu is subject to change. If you have an allergens or dietary questions, please email events@meadopenfarm.co.uk
🗓 ADULT FARM NIGHTS WITH SILENT DISCO DATES FOR 2025
▪️Saturday 19th July
▪️Saturday 26th July
▪️Saturday 2nd August
▪️Saturday 9th August
▪️Saturday 16th August
🎟 TICKETS COST:
All included in your Adult Farm Nights ticket from just £28.95. For a group of 10 or more or members the ticket cost is from £25.95.
🕺Free Kids Party - The Market Cross, Dunstable
Saturday 26 July 2025
Time: 12:00 - 14:00
🕺 Saturday Afternoon kids disco (12–2pm) at The Market Cross in Dunstable.
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Mini movers, get ready to boogie!
Dancing, games, glowsticks & prizes. The perfect way to tire them out!
😋 FANCY HAVING A MEAL?
You can book a table in advance if you would like to eat too.
☎️ Phone: 01582 674381
🌐 Website: https://www.marketcrosspubdunstable.co.uk/
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Saturday 28th June
▪️Saturday 26th July
▪️Saturday 30th August
▪️Saturday 27th September
▪️Saturday 25th October
▪️Saturday 29th November
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Mini movers, get ready to boogie!
Dancing, games, glowsticks & prizes. The perfect way to tire them out!
😋 FANCY HAVING A MEAL?
You can book a table in advance if you would like to eat too.
☎️ Phone: 01582 674381
🌐 Website: https://www.marketcrosspubdunstable.co.uk/
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Saturday 28th June
▪️Saturday 26th July
▪️Saturday 30th August
▪️Saturday 27th September
▪️Saturday 25th October
▪️Saturday 29th November
🌞 Free Summer of Play: Dunstable Downs Sports Village
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
⚽️ 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.
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Monday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
▪️10:30am - 17:00pm
✅️ 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.
🗓 DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
🏹 Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
▪️10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
🌳 Let’s Get Going nature-based games:
▪️01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested £2 donation.
🅿️ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
📍MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 500920
📧 Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Monday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
▪️10:30am - 17:00pm
✅️ 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.
🗓 DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
🏹 Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
▪️10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
🌳 Let’s Get Going nature-based games:
▪️01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested £2 donation.
🅿️ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
📍MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 500920
📧 Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
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🦖 Dino Day 2025 - Dunstable (free)
Saturday 26 July 2025
Time: 09:30 - 15:30
🦖 Join us for Dino Day on Saturday 26 July 2025 from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm at The Square and The Quadrant Shopping Centre in Dunstable!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
This year we are even bigger and have even more ROAR than before. We have extra Dinos and Free entertainment on The Square with Middle Row Markets.
⭐️ FREE Dino egg hunt - with a free gift
⭐️ FREE Arts and Crafts
⭐️ FREE Dino Golf
⭐️ FREE Dino meet and greet.
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🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
This year we are even bigger and have even more ROAR than before. We have extra Dinos and Free entertainment on The Square with Middle Row Markets.
⭐️ FREE Dino egg hunt - with a free gift
⭐️ FREE Arts and Crafts
⭐️ FREE Dino Golf
⭐️ FREE Dino meet and greet.
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🛍 Clothes Sale - Emmaus Village Carlton
Saturday 26 July 2025
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🤑 MEGA SALE WEEKEND inside the Chapel at Emmuas Village, Carlton!
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th July
▪️10 AM – 3 PM
👗 EVENT DETAILS
We’re opening our chapel doors for a massive clothing sale packed with fabulous stock, all thanks to the generosity of our amazing supporters! Expect brilliant bargains starting from just £2, there’s something for everyone!
🚲 BIKE SALE ON THE GREEN
At the same time, outside on the green, we’ll be hosting a bike sale with a selection of bikes and parts available.
💬 FREE BIKE ADVICE
Bringing your own bike? Our expert volunteers will be on hand to offer free advice and safety checks – while they won’t be doing any repairs or tune-ups, they’ll happily point you in the right direction!
Come along for a fun, friendly day and support a great cause while bagging some amazing deals!
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th July
▪️10 AM – 3 PM
👗 EVENT DETAILS
We’re opening our chapel doors for a massive clothing sale packed with fabulous stock, all thanks to the generosity of our amazing supporters! Expect brilliant bargains starting from just £2, there’s something for everyone!
🚲 BIKE SALE ON THE GREEN
At the same time, outside on the green, we’ll be hosting a bike sale with a selection of bikes and parts available.
💬 FREE BIKE ADVICE
Bringing your own bike? Our expert volunteers will be on hand to offer free advice and safety checks – while they won’t be doing any repairs or tune-ups, they’ll happily point you in the right direction!
Come along for a fun, friendly day and support a great cause while bagging some amazing deals!
⛱️ The Beach at Frosts, Woburn Sands 2025
Saturday 26 July 2025
⛱️ Get ready for sun, sand and lots of smiles... as your little ones enjoy The Beach at Frosts in Woburn Sands this Summer 2025!
🪣 EVENT DETAILS
Join our resident lifeguards for two hours' worth of fun and games on our fully covered beach, with a play area suitable for toddlers.
With plenty of seating for the grown-ups to relax, enjoy food and drink whilst the little ones play. This is the perfect summer treat for everyone!
Sessions times:
▪️9.30am - 11.30am, 12pm to 2pm & 2.30pm - 4.30pm
▪️*Sunday sessions 11am to 1pm & 2pm to 4pm
🎟 TICKETS COST:
You can book tickets on Frosts website via the event link.
▪️Child includes 1 adult: £5.99
▪️Under 12 months attending with an older child: Free
▪️Additional adult: £1
🪣 EVENT DETAILS
Join our resident lifeguards for two hours' worth of fun and games on our fully covered beach, with a play area suitable for toddlers.
With plenty of seating for the grown-ups to relax, enjoy food and drink whilst the little ones play. This is the perfect summer treat for everyone!
Sessions times:
▪️9.30am - 11.30am, 12pm to 2pm & 2.30pm - 4.30pm
▪️*Sunday sessions 11am to 1pm & 2pm to 4pm
🎟 TICKETS COST:
You can book tickets on Frosts website via the event link.
▪️Child includes 1 adult: £5.99
▪️Under 12 months attending with an older child: Free
▪️Additional adult: £1
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🍓 Pick Your Own - Grove Farm, Ivinghoe
Saturday 26 July 2025
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🥕 Pick your own fruit and vegetables at Grove Farm in Ivinghoe.
🗓 OPENING TIMES
▪️Monday - Saturday 10am -5 pm
(Close at 6pm)
▪️Sunday 9am -12pm (Close at 1pm)
🧺 WHAT TO KNOW
Please bring your own packaging if you can or bring some change to buy some of ours. We recommend punnets for fruit so they don't get bruised and bags for vegetables, you will need a separate item for each different fruit or veg.
The prices are at the entrance and any member of family or staff can help you roughly work out how much your pick will be.
🤔 WHAT FOOD IS AVAILABLE?
An up to date list of what we have available and it's price can always be found on the homepage via the event link.
🚫 NO PICNICS OR BBQ'S
We do not allow picnics or BBQ’s anywhere on site. We have many beautiful sites to go to nearby, please ask any member of the family or staff for directions.
🚻 TOILETS
We have portable toilets, including one which is wider access with a flush threshold and hand rails.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
When the weather is good the ground, although a little uneven in places, is suitable for using a pushchair, wheelchair or disability buggy with someone accompanying. The Pick Your Own fields have grass tracks around the edges and between the blocks of crops which you can easily travel along.
Most crops are grown in ridges or beds, like Strawberries for example, so it would not be possible to get into the middle of the block but you can pick along the edges. When it has been raining it can get very muddy and our soil is sticky and can clog wheels quite quickly.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 668175
(Recorded Message Only
🗓 OPENING TIMES
▪️Monday - Saturday 10am -5 pm
(Close at 6pm)
▪️Sunday 9am -12pm (Close at 1pm)
🧺 WHAT TO KNOW
Please bring your own packaging if you can or bring some change to buy some of ours. We recommend punnets for fruit so they don't get bruised and bags for vegetables, you will need a separate item for each different fruit or veg.
The prices are at the entrance and any member of family or staff can help you roughly work out how much your pick will be.
🤔 WHAT FOOD IS AVAILABLE?
An up to date list of what we have available and it's price can always be found on the homepage via the event link.
🚫 NO PICNICS OR BBQ'S
We do not allow picnics or BBQ’s anywhere on site. We have many beautiful sites to go to nearby, please ask any member of the family or staff for directions.
🚻 TOILETS
We have portable toilets, including one which is wider access with a flush threshold and hand rails.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
When the weather is good the ground, although a little uneven in places, is suitable for using a pushchair, wheelchair or disability buggy with someone accompanying. The Pick Your Own fields have grass tracks around the edges and between the blocks of crops which you can easily travel along.
Most crops are grown in ridges or beds, like Strawberries for example, so it would not be possible to get into the middle of the block but you can pick along the edges. When it has been raining it can get very muddy and our soil is sticky and can clog wheels quite quickly.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 668175
(Recorded Message Only
🦁 The Lion Witch & the Wardrobe - Milton Keynes Theatre
Saturday 26 July 2025
Time: 19:00
🦁 Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime as the West End smash-hit production of The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe goes on a UK tour 2025! And it’s coming to Milton Keynes Theatre this July 2025!
BOOK HERE
Age guidance: 6+
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Tuesday 22nd July: 7pm
▪️Wednesday 23rd July: 2pm & 7pm
▪️Thursday 24th July: 2pm & 7pm
▪️Friday 25th July: 7pm
▪️Saturday 26th July: 2pm & 7pm
✨️ ABOUT
Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits.
Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they meet new friends, face dangerous foes and learn the lessons of courage, sacrifice, and the power of love.
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of C.S. Lewis’s classic novel, watch The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe come to life in this spectacular production—a delight for all ages.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️£15.00 - £23.00 (plus booking fee)
BOOK HERE
BOOK HERE
Age guidance: 6+
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Tuesday 22nd July: 7pm
▪️Wednesday 23rd July: 2pm & 7pm
▪️Thursday 24th July: 2pm & 7pm
▪️Friday 25th July: 7pm
▪️Saturday 26th July: 2pm & 7pm
✨️ ABOUT
Step through the wardrobe into the magic kingdom of Narnia where a world of wonder awaits.
Join Lucy, Edmund, Susan and Peter as they meet new friends, face dangerous foes and learn the lessons of courage, sacrifice, and the power of love.
Celebrating the 75th anniversary of C.S. Lewis’s classic novel, watch The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe come to life in this spectacular production—a delight for all ages.
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️£15.00 - £23.00 (plus booking fee)
BOOK HERE
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🎊 The Big Street EAT 2025 - Queensway, Fenny Stratford
Saturday 26 July 2025
Time: 12:00 - 17:00
🎊 Join us on Queensway Saturday 26 July 2025, 12 noon to 5pm, for sfamily fun all day!
😍 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Live music
✨️ Performers
✨️ Street food
✨️ Kids characters and dinosaurs
✨️ Free activities and fairground rides
✨️ Free face painting and crafts
✨️ Gaming bus
✨️ Soft play
✨️ Climbing wall
🌈 THE ANNUAL COLOUR THROW - 4PM
😍 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Live music
✨️ Performers
✨️ Street food
✨️ Kids characters and dinosaurs
✨️ Free activities and fairground rides
✨️ Free face painting and crafts
✨️ Gaming bus
✨️ Soft play
✨️ Climbing wall
🌈 THE ANNUAL COLOUR THROW - 4PM
🎪 Carnival Fun Fair 2025 - at Johnsons of Old Hurst
Saturday 26 July 2025
Time: 10:00 - 19:00
🎪 Get ready for three days of fun at Johnsons of Old Hurst! From July 25th-27th 2025, we’re bringing you a classic carnival experience!
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday 25th July: 10am - 7pm
▪️Saturday 26th July: 10am - 7pm
▪️Sunday 27th July: 10am - 5pm
WHAT RIDES & STALLS?
🎠 Vintage Carousel
🎯 Shooting Gallery
🎢 Chair-O-Planes
🎡 Ferris Wheel
🎨 Face Painting
🛶 Swing Boats
🧸 Toy Town Carousel
🎪 Helter Skelter
& so much more!
🎟 ENTRY INFORMATION
Accessed within our zoo, standard zoo entry applies, rides at additional cost. No pre-booking required just turn up.
▪️Adult: £5.50
▪️Child: £4.50
▪️Under 3: Free
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Friday 25th July: 10am - 7pm
▪️Saturday 26th July: 10am - 7pm
▪️Sunday 27th July: 10am - 5pm
WHAT RIDES & STALLS?
🎠 Vintage Carousel
🎯 Shooting Gallery
🎢 Chair-O-Planes
🎡 Ferris Wheel
🎨 Face Painting
🛶 Swing Boats
🧸 Toy Town Carousel
🎪 Helter Skelter
& so much more!
🎟 ENTRY INFORMATION
Accessed within our zoo, standard zoo entry applies, rides at additional cost. No pre-booking required just turn up.
▪️Adult: £5.50
▪️Child: £4.50
▪️Under 3: Free
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🏖 Summer Beach Party 2025 - The Old Watermill, Barton-le-Clay
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🏖 Ready to feel the sand on your toes?
Our summer pop up beach is coming back this half term 2025 at The Olde Watermill, Barton-le-Clay.
🧒 AGES: 2 - 8
🗓 DATES 2025
▪️26th July - 31st August
▪️Thursday - Sunday's
🕐 SESSION TIMES
▪️10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:30pm
▪️Each session is 2 hours
🏰 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come and build sandcastles on the beach, enjoy time on the pedal boats then bounce away on the 4 bouncy castles including the popular assault course. Come and enjoy some fun in the sun!
🚣♀️ THE WATER BOATS
The boats are in a large inflatable pool and the children all wear a life jacket.
🎟 TICKETS COST: £8 PER CHILD
Plus booking fee. You can book tickets via the event link. 3 adults allowed per booking.
🤩 We can't wait to see you there for some summer fun.
😍 ABOUT THE OLDE WATERMILL SHOPPING VILLAGE
The Olde Watermill Shopping Village is set in and around an historic Watermill.
There has been a Watermill on the site since 1086 as the Watermill is mentioned in the Domesday book and it is one of the oldest overshot Watermills in the country.
Over the last few years, it has been lovingly restored and is now home to over 20 unique and individual shops as well as the Mill House Restaurant, Tea Room & Cafe, an antique centre, Miller’s Shopping Arcade and a soft play area for the children.
☕️ THE COFFEE SHOP MENU & DETAILS
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/the-mill-house-coffee-shop/
Our summer pop up beach is coming back this half term 2025 at The Olde Watermill, Barton-le-Clay.
🧒 AGES: 2 - 8
🗓 DATES 2025
▪️26th July - 31st August
▪️Thursday - Sunday's
🕐 SESSION TIMES
▪️10:00am, 12:00pm, 2:30pm
▪️Each session is 2 hours
🏰 WHAT TO EXPECT
Come and build sandcastles on the beach, enjoy time on the pedal boats then bounce away on the 4 bouncy castles including the popular assault course. Come and enjoy some fun in the sun!
🚣♀️ THE WATER BOATS
The boats are in a large inflatable pool and the children all wear a life jacket.
🎟 TICKETS COST: £8 PER CHILD
Plus booking fee. You can book tickets via the event link. 3 adults allowed per booking.
🤩 We can't wait to see you there for some summer fun.
😍 ABOUT THE OLDE WATERMILL SHOPPING VILLAGE
The Olde Watermill Shopping Village is set in and around an historic Watermill.
There has been a Watermill on the site since 1086 as the Watermill is mentioned in the Domesday book and it is one of the oldest overshot Watermills in the country.
Over the last few years, it has been lovingly restored and is now home to over 20 unique and individual shops as well as the Mill House Restaurant, Tea Room & Cafe, an antique centre, Miller’s Shopping Arcade and a soft play area for the children.
☕️ THE COFFEE SHOP MENU & DETAILS
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/the-mill-house-coffee-shop/
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🛍 Harpenden Farmers' Market 2025
Sunday 27 July 2025
Time: 10:00 - 14:00
🛍 Harpenden’s Farmers' Market is a vibrant market offering a huge selection of exciting, high quality local produce. We welcome residents and visitors to the Town every month to enjoy everything the Market has to offer.
🍞 WHAT TO EXPECT
The Farmers' Market includes fresh fruit, vegetables, meats fish, artisan bakery, homemade pies, preserves, gifts, crafts, beer, wine, liquors, fine cheeses, flowers, and street food.
📍LOCATION
The Market is situated in the heart of picturesque Harpenden on the Hugh Street within its bustling Town Centre, restaurant, a Sainsbury's and charity shops. Locals and visitors alike come to enjoy delicious, seasonal produce, locally grown and reared by experts, passionate in their field.
2025 DATES:
🍞 WHAT TO EXPECT
The Farmers' Market includes fresh fruit, vegetables, meats fish, artisan bakery, homemade pies, preserves, gifts, crafts, beer, wine, liquors, fine cheeses, flowers, and street food.
📍LOCATION
The Market is situated in the heart of picturesque Harpenden on the Hugh Street within its bustling Town Centre, restaurant, a Sainsbury's and charity shops. Locals and visitors alike come to enjoy delicious, seasonal produce, locally grown and reared by experts, passionate in their field.
2025 DATES:
- ▪️23rd February
- ▪️23rd March
- ▪️27th April
- ▪️25th May
- ▪️22nd June
- ▪️27th July
- ▪️24th August
- ▪️28th September
- ▪️26th October
- ▪️23rd November (12-6pm as part of the Christmas Carnival)
- ▪️21st December
Further information can be found on the Town Council's website via our event link.
💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025
Time: 10:00 - 18:00
💦 Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.
📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm
💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.
Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.
❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *
🍕 THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.
🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.
📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm
💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.
Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.
❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *
🍕 THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.
🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.
🌳 Stotfold Watermill & Nature Reserve 2025
Sunday 27 July 2025
Time: 12:30 - 17:00
⚙️ The Mill, Shop and Tea Room are open to the public only on the dates below. Flour and oats are milled on open days, water levels permitting. Tea Room last orders 4.30pm.
ℹ️ THE MILL
There are three floors to view. We recommend the minimum time would be 15 minutes for each floor. There is a lift in the mill which allows full access to all three floors, there is also a toilet, for disabled visitors.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 10th-11th May and 4th-5th October 2025. A circular walk takes around 45 minutes.
🐶 ABOUT DOGS
With the exception of guide dogs, we do not allow dogs in the mill. We welcome well behaved dogs in the Nature Reserve and ask that they be kept on leads at all times – many animals and birds breed or feed on the reserve, at or near ground level at all seasons of the year.
🕧 OPENING TIMES
🔸️Mill, Shop and Tea Room: 12:30pm - 5:00pm
🔸️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
🗓 2025 OPENING DATES
▪️June: 8th, 22nd, 29th
▪️July: 6th, 13th,
(Art Group Summer Exhibition 19th, 20th), 27th
▪️August: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 31st
▪️September: 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
▪️October: 19th
🅿️ CAR PARK OPENING TIMES:
10.00am to 7.00pm
(or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Telephone: 01462 734541
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
ℹ️ THE MILL
There are three floors to view. We recommend the minimum time would be 15 minutes for each floor. There is a lift in the mill which allows full access to all three floors, there is also a toilet, for disabled visitors.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 10th-11th May and 4th-5th October 2025. A circular walk takes around 45 minutes.
🐶 ABOUT DOGS
With the exception of guide dogs, we do not allow dogs in the mill. We welcome well behaved dogs in the Nature Reserve and ask that they be kept on leads at all times – many animals and birds breed or feed on the reserve, at or near ground level at all seasons of the year.
🕧 OPENING TIMES
🔸️Mill, Shop and Tea Room: 12:30pm - 5:00pm
🔸️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
🗓 2025 OPENING DATES
▪️June: 8th, 22nd, 29th
▪️July: 6th, 13th,
(Art Group Summer Exhibition 19th, 20th), 27th
▪️August: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 31st
▪️September: 7th, 14th, 21st, 28th
▪️October: 19th
🅿️ CAR PARK OPENING TIMES:
10.00am to 7.00pm
(or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Telephone: 01462 734541
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
🚘 Pulloxhill Car Boot Sale 2025
Sunday 27 July 2025
Time: 09:00 - 13:00
🚘 Pulloxhill Car Boot Sale is held on two 8 acre fields - one for parking and the other for sellers. Our fields are flat and well maintained, so they are very disabled-friendly for parking and amenities such as portable toilets.
We also have attractions and food stalls - so you can make a real day out of it without the kids getting bored!
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Gates open: 09:00
▪️Entry: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS
▪️All Cars, Suv's & Small Vans: £10.00.
▪️All Large Vans: £15.00
▪️All trailers £5 extra
Please bring correct change as change
will NOT be given!
ℹ️ WHAT TO KNOW FOR SELLERS
Any Additional Helpers for sellers must be in the same vehicle for entry
Important Note: NO trading/selling to buyers before 9:00am. Those found doing so will be asked to leave the site.
🌧 WEATHER PERMITTING
Please keep an eye out for any updates on the Facebook page.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07944 431757
(recorded message service)
📧 Email: info@pulloxhillcarboot.com
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Gates open: 09:00
▪️Entry: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS
▪️All Cars, Suv's & Small Vans: £10.00.
▪️All Large Vans: £15.00
▪️All trailers £5 extra
Please bring correct change as change
will NOT be given!
ℹ️ WHAT TO KNOW FOR SELLERS
Any Additional Helpers for sellers must be in the same vehicle for entry
Important Note: NO trading/selling to buyers before 9:00am. Those found doing so will be asked to leave the site.
🌧 WEATHER PERMITTING
Please keep an eye out for any updates on the Facebook page.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07944 431757
(recorded message service)
📧 Email: info@pulloxhillcarboot.com
🚘 Redbourn Car Boot Sale 2025
Sunday 27 July 2025
Time: 09:30 - 14:00
🚘 Redbourn car boot sale is located at the Herts Showground on most Sundays & now also Bank holiday Mondays from first Sunday in April until last Sunday in October 2025 (no sales Sunday or bank holiday Monday end of May when Herts show is on). The car boot closes at 2pm.
🛍 BUYERS INFORMATION
▪️Adults 16+ after 9:30am: £3.00
▪️Adults 16+ after 10:00am: £2.00
▪️Adults 16+ after 11:00am: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
No booking just turn up and pay on the day.
▪️Times – Early trader sellers unload between 8am and 9am. Main general public sellers unload from 9am. Sale finishes around 2pm.
🛍 BUYERS INFORMATION
▪️Adults 16+ after 9:30am: £3.00
▪️Adults 16+ after 10:00am: £2.00
▪️Adults 16+ after 11:00am: £1.00
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
No booking just turn up and pay on the day.
▪️Times – Early trader sellers unload between 8am and 9am. Main general public sellers unload from 9am. Sale finishes around 2pm.
▪️Pitch charges – Cars £13. Small vans £15. Large vans £17. Early 9am setup pitches £23. Extra large pitch (16 m) £28.
▪️Extra info – You must get a sticker as proof of payment and display it on your drivers wing mirror while on site!!
♨️ CATERING & BOUNCY CASTLE ETC PITCHES
If you wish to apply for a catering / jumping castle etc pitch, please send photos and details of your service by email by clicking here.
🌧 IF THE WEATHER ISN'T LOOKING GREAT
If wet before or on the morning of a sale, please check the Facebook page to see if it is still on, or by calling after 8am on the day our main telephone line 01992 468619 which can now handle unlimited calls. Press 1 , then 1 again for “cancelled or closed sales”.
🐶 DOGS
No dogs allowed on hot days! We do allow dogs on cool days and when on a lead at all times and they must not be left in any vehicle at any time.
🌞 Free Summer of Play: Dunstable Downs Sports Village
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
⚽️ 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.
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Monday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
▪️10:30am - 17:00pm
✅️ 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.
🗓 DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
🏹 Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
▪️10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
🌳 Let’s Get Going nature-based games:
▪️01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested £2 donation.
🅿️ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
📍MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 500920
📧 Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Monday 21st July - Sunday 31st August
▪️10:30am - 17:00pm
✅️ 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.
🗓 DATES FOR COACH-LED ACTIVITIES
Alternatively join one of our coach-led activities delivered by local sports groups:
🏹 Pepperstock Archers soft archery sessions:
▪️10 August, 12.00pm-4.00pm
🌳 Let’s Get Going nature-based games:
▪️01 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️08 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️15 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️22 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
▪️29 August, 10.00am-12.00pm
✅️ NO BOOKING REQUIRED
FREE ENTRY! Suggested £2 donation.
🅿️ PARKING
Car parking charges apply, free for National Trust members.
📍MEETING POINT
Dunstable Downs: Head to our Visitor Centre or Sports Village to pick up your map and activity sheet.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 500920
📧 Email: dunstabledowns@nationaltrust.org.uk
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🛍 Clothes Sale - Emmaus Village Carlton
Sunday 27 July 2025
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🤑 MEGA SALE WEEKEND inside the Chapel at Emmuas Village, Carlton!
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th July
▪️10 AM – 3 PM
👗 EVENT DETAILS
We’re opening our chapel doors for a massive clothing sale packed with fabulous stock, all thanks to the generosity of our amazing supporters! Expect brilliant bargains starting from just £2, there’s something for everyone!
🚲 BIKE SALE ON THE GREEN
At the same time, outside on the green, we’ll be hosting a bike sale with a selection of bikes and parts available.
💬 FREE BIKE ADVICE
Bringing your own bike? Our expert volunteers will be on hand to offer free advice and safety checks – while they won’t be doing any repairs or tune-ups, they’ll happily point you in the right direction!
Come along for a fun, friendly day and support a great cause while bagging some amazing deals!
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th July
▪️10 AM – 3 PM
👗 EVENT DETAILS
We’re opening our chapel doors for a massive clothing sale packed with fabulous stock, all thanks to the generosity of our amazing supporters! Expect brilliant bargains starting from just £2, there’s something for everyone!
🚲 BIKE SALE ON THE GREEN
At the same time, outside on the green, we’ll be hosting a bike sale with a selection of bikes and parts available.
💬 FREE BIKE ADVICE
Bringing your own bike? Our expert volunteers will be on hand to offer free advice and safety checks – while they won’t be doing any repairs or tune-ups, they’ll happily point you in the right direction!
Come along for a fun, friendly day and support a great cause while bagging some amazing deals!