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🚂 Haynes Summerfield Miniature Railway 2025
Sunday 14 September 2025
Time: 10:30 - 15:30
🚂 The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:30 (approx.), we close at 16:00.
Steam engines will also be in action as often as we are able.
TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:30 (approx.), we close at 16:00.
Steam engines will also be in action as often as we are able.
ℹ️ ABOUT
At Hammer Hill you will have the option of taking a ride on two more of our railways - The Springfield Line from platform 2 and The Winterfield Line from platform 3 - tickets for both are sold at Hammer Hill.
🥪 PICNIC AREA
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
☕️ REFRESHMENTS
At Haynes End the Station Buffet will be open for refreshments and picnic tables are available for your use on the grass outside.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
❓️ DO I HAVE TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions.
🎟TICKET PRICE (Card payments)
▪️Summerfields Railway (the main line) - £3.00 (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill)
▪️Springfield Line - £1.80
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track) - £1.80
☎️ Phone for enquiries: 07498 869902
At Haynes End the Station Buffet will be open for refreshments and picnic tables are available for your use on the grass outside.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
❓️ DO I HAVE TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions.
🎟TICKET PRICE (Card payments)
▪️Summerfields Railway (the main line) - £3.00 (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill)
▪️Springfield Line - £1.80
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track) - £1.80
☎️ Phone for enquiries: 07498 869902
🚜 Pitstone Green Museum Opening Day 2025
Sunday 14 September 2025
Time: 10:30 - 16:30
🚜 Are you Looking for a fun and informative day out for the whole family? Look no further!
💚 WHAT TO EXPECT
Explore Pitstone Museum's vast array of attractions, boasting over 40 unique exhibits. From captivating model railways to the clang of a working Blacksmith, from vintage game consoles to historic farm machinery, and from the impressive workings of a Rack Saw to the mighty 28-liter Crossley Gas Engine - there's something for everyone.
Step into the past and experience firsthand activities like lacemaking and pottery or embark on an adventure on our Tractor to Pitstone Windmill.
With the Museum only open to the public nine times a year, our team of approximately 50 dedicated volunteers are on hand to ensure your visit is both educational and enjoyable.
EVENT DETAILS
⭐️Rain or shine, we're open!
⭐️Browse through Craft & Trade Stalls housed in the Great Barn.
⭐️Enjoy a range of entertainment.
⭐️Refreshments on sale all day, or your welcome to bring a picnic.
🅿️ FREE PARKING
Free parking available in the Orchards.
🐶 DOGS
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcomed.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Most main exhibits are wheelchair accessible, with disabled toilet facilities provided. The Cook Collection is only accessible by stairs.
🎟 ON THE DOOR TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £10
▪️Concessions: £8
▪️Child (5-16): £4
▪️Under 5: FREE
💚 WHAT TO EXPECT
Explore Pitstone Museum's vast array of attractions, boasting over 40 unique exhibits. From captivating model railways to the clang of a working Blacksmith, from vintage game consoles to historic farm machinery, and from the impressive workings of a Rack Saw to the mighty 28-liter Crossley Gas Engine - there's something for everyone.
Step into the past and experience firsthand activities like lacemaking and pottery or embark on an adventure on our Tractor to Pitstone Windmill.
With the Museum only open to the public nine times a year, our team of approximately 50 dedicated volunteers are on hand to ensure your visit is both educational and enjoyable.
EVENT DETAILS
⭐️Rain or shine, we're open!
⭐️Browse through Craft & Trade Stalls housed in the Great Barn.
⭐️Enjoy a range of entertainment.
⭐️Refreshments on sale all day, or your welcome to bring a picnic.
🅿️ FREE PARKING
Free parking available in the Orchards.
🐶 DOGS
Well-behaved dogs on leads are welcomed.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Most main exhibits are wheelchair accessible, with disabled toilet facilities provided. The Cook Collection is only accessible by stairs.
🎟 ON THE DOOR TICKET COST:
▪️Adult: £10
▪️Concessions: £8
▪️Child (5-16): £4
▪️Under 5: FREE
▪️Family (1 Adult + 3 Children): £17
▪️Family (2 Adults + 3 Children): £27
▪️Family (2 Adults + 3 Children): £27
▪️Entry for Carers of disabled visitors: FREE
🗓 2025 OPENING DAY DATES
▪️Easter Monday 21st April
▪️Early May bank holiday Monday 5th May
▪️Spring bank holiday Monday 26th May
▪️Sunday 8th June
▪️Sunday 13th July
▪️Sunday August 10th
▪️Summer bank holiday Monday 25th August
▪️Sunday 14th September
▪️Sunday 12th October
☎️ Phone: 07973 154170
📧 Email: manager@pitstonemuseum.co.uk
🗓 2025 OPENING DAY DATES
▪️Easter Monday 21st April
▪️Early May bank holiday Monday 5th May
▪️Spring bank holiday Monday 26th May
▪️Sunday 8th June
▪️Sunday 13th July
▪️Sunday August 10th
▪️Summer bank holiday Monday 25th August
▪️Sunday 14th September
▪️Sunday 12th October
☎️ Phone: 07973 154170
📧 Email: manager@pitstonemuseum.co.uk
😌 Mind Body & Spirit Fair at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, Barton-le-Clay
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
😌 Come and enjoy some relaxing time at our Mind, Body and Spirit Fair at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village in Barton-le-Clay!
🔮 WHAT TO EXPECT
We will have a Tarot readings or the chance to try some reiki healing and there will be crystals and candles plus lots of lovely gift ideas from local businesses.
🅿️ PARKING
Free parking on site
😍 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.
🗓 2025 MIND BODY & SPIRIT FAIR DATES:
▪️Sunday 11th May
▪️Sunday 8th June
▪️Sunday 13th July
▪️Sunday 10th August
▪️Sunday 14th September
▪️Sunday 12th October
▪️Sunday 9th November
☕️ THE COFFEE SHOP MENU & DETAILS
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/the-mill-house-coffee-shop/
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Set up is from 8:00am. We ask that you be ready to sell by 10:00am and do not pack up before the market finishes at 4:00pm. A 3 x 3m non-sided Gazebo is provided for your use. You will need to bring any tables, chairs and displays you need.
▪️Cost Standard: £35.00
To book a stall:
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/mind-body-spirit-fair-booking-2025/
🔮 WHAT TO EXPECT
We will have a Tarot readings or the chance to try some reiki healing and there will be crystals and candles plus lots of lovely gift ideas from local businesses.
🅿️ PARKING
Free parking on site
😍 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.
🗓 2025 MIND BODY & SPIRIT FAIR DATES:
▪️Sunday 11th May
▪️Sunday 8th June
▪️Sunday 13th July
▪️Sunday 10th August
▪️Sunday 14th September
▪️Sunday 12th October
▪️Sunday 9th November
☕️ THE COFFEE SHOP MENU & DETAILS
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/the-mill-house-coffee-shop/
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Set up is from 8:00am. We ask that you be ready to sell by 10:00am and do not pack up before the market finishes at 4:00pm. A 3 x 3m non-sided Gazebo is provided for your use. You will need to bring any tables, chairs and displays you need.
▪️Cost Standard: £35.00
To book a stall:
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/mind-body-spirit-fair-booking-2025/
🚂 Steaming Days at The Buckingamshire Railway Centre
Sunday 14 September 2025
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🚂 Steaming Days is when we have a full-size steam train in action, ready to take you for a ride up and down our track! We also have miniature ride-on trains which are run by our sister society VAMES, (there is a small £1.50 charge for this per person – under 3s are free.
ℹ️ ABOUT
ℹ️ ABOUT
The rest of the site is open including the Railway Museum, the Visitor Centre with Gift Shop and Railway Cafe, and the model trains are usually running too. Steaming Days are most Sundays (Easter-Halloween), and also some Bank Holidays and some Wednesdays during school holidays. We have 25-acres of Railwayland to explore! Come and enjoy your local heritage railway!
🐶 DOGS
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome around the site and on the train. The only area they are not permitted is in the cafe.
🎫 CARERS
Carers are admitted free of charge with the person there caring for but MUST produce proof of status on arrival. If you cannot provide proof of status you will be charged full price.
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Our site is generally very wheelchair friendly, however, our trains use vintage carriages and their doors are not wide enough for wheelchairs and there are steps to get on. Please call us to discuss your needs before booking on
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720 or email us on 📧 📧📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Sunday 1st June
▪️Sunday 22nd June
▪️Sunday 29th June
▪️Sunday 20th July
▪️Sunday 7th September
▪️Sunday 14th September
▪️Sunday 28th September
▪️Sunday 5th October
▪️Sunday 19th October
▪️Wednesday 29th October
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Steaming Day - Adult Ticket: £12.50
▪️Steaming Day - Senior Ticket: £11.50
▪️Steaming Day - Child Ticket: £8.50
▪️Steaming Day - Child Ticket (Under 3yrs): Free
▪️Family Ticket (2 adults & 4 children): £36.50
▪️Family Ticket (1 adults & 4 children): £24.00
🐶 DOGS
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome around the site and on the train. The only area they are not permitted is in the cafe.
🎫 CARERS
Carers are admitted free of charge with the person there caring for but MUST produce proof of status on arrival. If you cannot provide proof of status you will be charged full price.
♿️ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Our site is generally very wheelchair friendly, however, our trains use vintage carriages and their doors are not wide enough for wheelchairs and there are steps to get on. Please call us to discuss your needs before booking on
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720 or email us on 📧 📧📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Sunday 1st June
▪️Sunday 22nd June
▪️Sunday 29th June
▪️Sunday 20th July
▪️Sunday 7th September
▪️Sunday 14th September
▪️Sunday 28th September
▪️Sunday 5th October
▪️Sunday 19th October
▪️Wednesday 29th October
🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Steaming Day - Adult Ticket: £12.50
▪️Steaming Day - Senior Ticket: £11.50
▪️Steaming Day - Child Ticket: £8.50
▪️Steaming Day - Child Ticket (Under 3yrs): Free
▪️Family Ticket (2 adults & 4 children): £36.50
▪️Family Ticket (1 adults & 4 children): £24.00
🌳 Stotfold Watermill & Nature Reserve 2025
Sunday 14 September 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
🚘 Bedfordshire Classic Car Meet in Oakley– 2025
Tuesday 16 September 2025
Time: 18:00
🔥 Calling all car lovers! Join us for the Bedfordshire Classic Car Meet of 2025 at Oakley Sports & Social Club.
🚘 WHAT TO EXPECT
A laid-back evening filled with amazing vehicles, great food, and even better company. Open to all makes and models, it’s the perfect chance to show off your pride and joy or simply admire others'. Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, everyone’s welcome!
✅️ Large car park/field
✅️ Bar & food on-site
✅️ Friendly, family atmosphere
✅️ Variety of cars on display
✅️ Great vibes and good conversations
ℹ️ MEMBERS/NON MEMBERS
Members of Oakley Sports & Social Club are entitled to a 25% discount on all food and drink. Not yet a member? Join online at https://oakleyssc.com/membership
🚫 FOOD & DRINK INFO
Please remember that bringing your own food and drink is prohibited at the venue.
CONTACT INFO
For more information, text or call:
☎️ Phone: 07787 126230
🗓 2025 DATES (WEATHER PERMITTING):
▪️Tuesday 8th April
▪️Tuesday 13th May
▪️Tuesday 10th June
▪️Tuesday 8th July
▪️Tuesday 12th August
▪️Tuesday 16th September
🚘 WHAT TO EXPECT
A laid-back evening filled with amazing vehicles, great food, and even better company. Open to all makes and models, it’s the perfect chance to show off your pride and joy or simply admire others'. Whether you’re a regular or it’s your first time, everyone’s welcome!
✅️ Large car park/field
✅️ Bar & food on-site
✅️ Friendly, family atmosphere
✅️ Variety of cars on display
✅️ Great vibes and good conversations
ℹ️ MEMBERS/NON MEMBERS
Members of Oakley Sports & Social Club are entitled to a 25% discount on all food and drink. Not yet a member? Join online at https://oakleyssc.com/membership
🚫 FOOD & DRINK INFO
Please remember that bringing your own food and drink is prohibited at the venue.
CONTACT INFO
For more information, text or call:
☎️ Phone: 07787 126230
🗓 2025 DATES (WEATHER PERMITTING):
▪️Tuesday 8th April
▪️Tuesday 13th May
▪️Tuesday 10th June
▪️Tuesday 8th July
▪️Tuesday 12th August
▪️Tuesday 16th September
🖌🥂 Sip & Paint at Cod & Waffle in Leighton Buzzard
Wednesday 17 September 2025
Time: 19:30 - 21:30 Price: £22.50
🖌 Sip & Paint with Something Less Boring at The Cod & Waffle in Leighton Buzzard.
🖼 WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️ Join us for a relaxing guided art class at the fabulous Cod & Waffle restaurant!
⭐️ Enjoy a drink on us and see how your creativity blossoms.
⭐️ Perfect for beginners and improvers you'll be gently guided by Liddy, we supply all the materials you need, we know you'll enjoy creating your own piece of artwork in this lovely coffee shop at one of our most popular art evenings.
🥂 MATERIALS PROVIDED
Join us for an evening's guided art at the fantastic Cod & Waffle Restaurant, we provide all the materials and all the guidance you might want, plus your first drink.
🤩 BEGINNER OR IMPROVER?
Our pub/cafe art workshops are an ideal way for beginners or improvers to enjoy an evening of creativity aswell as learning a range of techniques in a warm welcoming environment
You'll be guided through by our very friendly, and knowledgeble art tutor, Liddy. You are free to take as much guidance as you like, but we certainly won't restrict your creative flair
By the end of the evening, you will have some new skills and your own piece of wall worthy art.
🐟🍟 FISH & CHIPS BEFOREHAND?
Perhaps drop in before and enjoy one of their delicious waffles or fantastic fish & chips.
🎟 TICKETS COST: £22.50
You can book tickets via the event link.
🗓 Sip & Paint Theme Dates 2025
▪️Wed 19th March 7.30pm - The Highland Cow
▪️Wed 16th April 7.30pm - Sailing
▪️Wed 21st May 7.30pm - Giant Pandas
▪️Wed 18th June 7.30pm - Monet’s Cat
▪️Wed 16th July 7.30pm - Aperol Spritz
▪️Wed 20th Aug 7.30pm - The Blue Door
▪️Wed 17th Sept 7.30pm - The Wolf
▪️Wed 15th Oct 7.30pm - Silver Birch Woods
▪️Wed 19th Nov 7.30pm - November Stag
🖼 WHAT TO EXPECT
⭐️ Join us for a relaxing guided art class at the fabulous Cod & Waffle restaurant!
⭐️ Enjoy a drink on us and see how your creativity blossoms.
⭐️ Perfect for beginners and improvers you'll be gently guided by Liddy, we supply all the materials you need, we know you'll enjoy creating your own piece of artwork in this lovely coffee shop at one of our most popular art evenings.
🥂 MATERIALS PROVIDED
Join us for an evening's guided art at the fantastic Cod & Waffle Restaurant, we provide all the materials and all the guidance you might want, plus your first drink.
🤩 BEGINNER OR IMPROVER?
Our pub/cafe art workshops are an ideal way for beginners or improvers to enjoy an evening of creativity aswell as learning a range of techniques in a warm welcoming environment
You'll be guided through by our very friendly, and knowledgeble art tutor, Liddy. You are free to take as much guidance as you like, but we certainly won't restrict your creative flair
By the end of the evening, you will have some new skills and your own piece of wall worthy art.
🐟🍟 FISH & CHIPS BEFOREHAND?
Perhaps drop in before and enjoy one of their delicious waffles or fantastic fish & chips.
🎟 TICKETS COST: £22.50
You can book tickets via the event link.
🗓 Sip & Paint Theme Dates 2025
▪️Wed 19th March 7.30pm - The Highland Cow
▪️Wed 16th April 7.30pm - Sailing
▪️Wed 21st May 7.30pm - Giant Pandas
▪️Wed 18th June 7.30pm - Monet’s Cat
▪️Wed 16th July 7.30pm - Aperol Spritz
▪️Wed 20th Aug 7.30pm - The Blue Door
▪️Wed 17th Sept 7.30pm - The Wolf
▪️Wed 15th Oct 7.30pm - Silver Birch Woods
▪️Wed 19th Nov 7.30pm - November Stag
🚘 Classics at The Compasses 2025 - Greenfield
Wednesday 17 September 2025
Time: 18:00
🚘 This Wednesday evening 16th April 2025 means Classics at The Compasses monthly meets.
🏍 EVENT DETAILS
Last years monthly turn outs were fantastic
All Classics welcome
⭐️ Cars,
⭐️ Bikes,
⭐️ Busses,
⭐️ Tractors,
⭐️ Trucks,
⭐️ Hot Rod,
⭐️ American cars and more
👍 If it’s classic and got wheels bring it along.
Tell your Classic owning friends.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs are welcome in the garden and the bar area.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Wednesday 16th April
▪️Wednesday 21st May
▪️Wednesday 18th June
▪️Wednesday 16th July
▪️Wednesday 20th August
▪️Wednesday 17th September
🌐 THE COMPASSES
If you would like to check out the menu or book a table for food you can take a look at the website here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AXr2Eqmze/
☎️ The Compasses Phone number:
01908 739536
🏍 EVENT DETAILS
Last years monthly turn outs were fantastic
All Classics welcome
⭐️ Cars,
⭐️ Bikes,
⭐️ Busses,
⭐️ Tractors,
⭐️ Trucks,
⭐️ Hot Rod,
⭐️ American cars and more
👍 If it’s classic and got wheels bring it along.
Tell your Classic owning friends.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs are welcome in the garden and the bar area.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Wednesday 16th April
▪️Wednesday 21st May
▪️Wednesday 18th June
▪️Wednesday 16th July
▪️Wednesday 20th August
▪️Wednesday 17th September
🌐 THE COMPASSES
If you would like to check out the menu or book a table for food you can take a look at the website here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AXr2Eqmze/
☎️ The Compasses Phone number:
01908 739536
🌺 The Walled Garden - Luton Hoo Estate
Wednesday 17 September 2025
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌺 From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2025, we open the doors of the Walled Garden, Luton and welcome visitors to our unique Capability Brown designed walled garden and its unique service buildings.
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays.
Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays.
Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2025
Saturday 20 September 2025
- 12:00
🚘 Milton Keynes car boot sale located at the under cover car park, Morrisons in Milton Keynes. Held on the the first and third Saturday of the month.
⭐️ BUYERS: Free
From: 8am -12pm
⭐️ SELLERS: £5
Just turn up and arrive for 7am
CONTACT DETAILS
📧 If would like more information please get in touch with me at:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
💖 CHARITY
100% of all pitch fees go to our charity partner Marie Curie UK and my aim is to raise 20k for them this year for 2025🙏
⭐️ BUYERS: Free
From: 8am -12pm
⭐️ SELLERS: £5
Just turn up and arrive for 7am
CONTACT DETAILS
📧 If would like more information please get in touch with me at:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
💖 CHARITY
100% of all pitch fees go to our charity partner Marie Curie UK and my aim is to raise 20k for them this year for 2025🙏
🎣 Men to Talk - Fishing for well-being at Manor Farm Lake in Lower Caldecotte
Saturday 20 September 2025
Time: 13:00 - 15:00 Price: £5.00
🗣 A Safe Space for Men to Talk
‘For Men To Talk’ is a support group for men dealing with anxiety, depression, and grief. The fishing meetings give men a chance to talk openly with others who understand. Whether they share their struggles or simply enjoy the quiet company of others, they are never alone.
Casting lines and building connections: ‘For Men To Talk and Fish’ in 2025 In 2025, ‘For Men To Talk’ will continue their popular ‘For Men To Talk and Fish’ meetings at Manor Farm Lakes in Lower Caldecote. These sessions are more than just fishing—they’re a lifeline...
Casting lines and building connections: ‘For Men To Talk and Fish’ in 2025 In 2025, ‘For Men To Talk’ will continue their popular ‘For Men To Talk and Fish’ meetings at Manor Farm Lakes in Lower Caldecote. These sessions are more than just fishing—they’re a lifeline...
🎣 The Mental Health Benefits of Fishing
Fishing is more than just a hobby. It helps men step away from their busy lives and relax. The slow, steady process of fishing—casting a line, waiting, and focusing on the water—can be very calming. It helps lower stress and gives men time to clear their minds.
Spending time outdoors is also important for mental health. Being in nature can improve mood, reduce anxiety, and boost overall well-being. Fishing provides a chance to breathe fresh air, enjoy quiet moments, and feel a sense of achievement.
WHAT'S INCLUDED?
A fully qualified facilitator and level 2 angling coach with over 30 years of angling experience. They will also provide fishing tackle, bait, etc. Please note that a rod licence to fish will be provided.
🎟 TICKET PRICE - £5
‘For Men To Talk’ ask for a non-refundable contribution amount of £5 per meeting.
Required attendees: 8 men. Tickets can be booked via the event link.
CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07709446480
📧 Email: luke@formentotalk.co.uk
🗓 2025 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday, 12 April 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 26 April 2025 (1:00pm - 3.00pm)
▪️Saturday, 17 May 2025 (3:30pm - 5:30pm)
▪️Saturday, 7 June 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 28 June 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 2 August 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 30 August 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 20 September 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 1 November 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
▪️Saturday, 1 November 2025 (1:00pm - 3:00pm)
🛍 Craft Fair at the Olde Watermill Shopping Village in Barton-le-Clay
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🛍 Join us to meet some fantastic local crafters and find beautiful handmade items at The Olde Watermill Shopping Village in Barton-le-Clay. Free entry.
🤩 2025 DATES
▪️Sun 13 April 2025
▪️Sun 18 May 2025
▪️Sat 14 June 2025
▪️Sun 20 July 2025
▪️Sun 21 September 2025
▪️Sun 19 October 2025
▪️Sun 02 November 2025
▪️Sun 16 November 2025
😍 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/
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Set up is from 8:00am. We ask that you be ready to sell by 10:00am and do not pack up before the market finishes at 4:00pm. A 3 x 3m non-sided Gazebo is provided for your use. You will need to bring any tables, chairs and displays you need.
▪️Standard: £25.00
▪️Xmas Fairs: £30.00
Book a stall:
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/craft-fair-booking-2025/
🤩 2025 DATES
▪️Sun 13 April 2025
▪️Sun 18 May 2025
▪️Sat 14 June 2025
▪️Sun 20 July 2025
▪️Sun 21 September 2025
▪️Sun 19 October 2025
▪️Sun 02 November 2025
▪️Sun 16 November 2025
😍 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/
ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
Set up is from 8:00am. We ask that you be ready to sell by 10:00am and do not pack up before the market finishes at 4:00pm. A 3 x 3m non-sided Gazebo is provided for your use. You will need to bring any tables, chairs and displays you need.
▪️Standard: £25.00
▪️Xmas Fairs: £30.00
Book a stall:
https://oldewatermill.co.uk/craft-fair-booking-2025/
🌳 Stotfold Watermill & Nature Reserve 2025
Sunday 21 September 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
☕️🍰 Pop Up Tea Room at Chalgrave Memorial Hall
Wednesday 24 September 2025
Time: 11:00 - 13:00
☕️🍰 Do come along for some great home bakes this Wednesday at Charlgrave Memorial Hall. Everyone welcome.
🗓 WHEN
▪️Every 4th Wednesday of the month.
▪️11am - 1pm
🅿️ Free parking
♿️ Accessible
🚾 Toilets
🗓 2025 WEDNESDAY DATES
▪️January 22nd
▪️February 26th
▪️March 26th
▪️April 23rd
▪️May 28th
▪️June 25th
▪️July 23rd
▪️September 24th
▪️October 22nd
▪️November 26th
▪️December 10th
🗓 WHEN
▪️Every 4th Wednesday of the month.
▪️11am - 1pm
🅿️ Free parking
♿️ Accessible
🚾 Toilets
🗓 2025 WEDNESDAY DATES
▪️January 22nd
▪️February 26th
▪️March 26th
▪️April 23rd
▪️May 28th
▪️June 25th
▪️July 23rd
▪️September 24th
▪️October 22nd
▪️November 26th
▪️December 10th
🌺 The Walled Garden - Luton Hoo Estate
Wednesday 24 September 2025
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌺 From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2025, we open the doors of the Walled Garden, Luton and welcome visitors to our unique Capability Brown designed walled garden and its unique service buildings.
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays.
Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays.
Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
🚗 Bedford Arms Classics - Oakley
Wednesday 24 September 2025
Time: 17:00
🚗 Well Guys & Dolls if you fancy a midweek special of classic cars, a chin wag, munch, drink or all of this come down to The Bedford Arms in Oakley from 5pm. All classics and everyone is welcome.
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Wednesday 25th June
▪️Wednesday 30th July
▪️Wednesday 27th August
▪️Wednesday 24th September
🐶 DOG & FAMILY FRIENDLY PUB
We are family friendly in both our restaurant and bar and we can't wait to meet your four-legged friends in our bar and garden!
🌐 THE BEDFORD ARMS WEBSITE
https://bedfordarmsoakley.co.uk/
🗓 2025 DATES
▪️Wednesday 25th June
▪️Wednesday 30th July
▪️Wednesday 27th August
▪️Wednesday 24th September
🐶 DOG & FAMILY FRIENDLY PUB
We are family friendly in both our restaurant and bar and we can't wait to meet your four-legged friends in our bar and garden!
🌐 THE BEDFORD ARMS WEBSITE
https://bedfordarmsoakley.co.uk/
🤭 Babatunde Aleshe - High Expectations - The Stables, Wavendon, Milton Keynes (ages 16+)
Friday 26 September 2025
Time: 20:00 Price: £20.35
🤭 One of the fastest-rising stars in British comedy is back on tour at The Stables in Wavendon!
▪️AGE: 16+
▪️AGE: 16+
🤩 ABOUT:
Following the huge success of his 23/24 sold out debut headline run across the UK, join the multi-award-winning comedian Babatunde Aléshé as he this time guides us through family life, his new found fame and the joys of Costco in this hilarious new stand up show.
ℹ️ After warming the hearts of the nation with his incredible stint in the jungle as part of I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here!, Baba's stock has continued to shoot through the roof. Now a firm TV favourite, the hugely popular award winning comedian, actor and podcaster has since been seen on Taskmaster (C4), Live at the Apollo (BBC), Celebrity Gogglebox (with Mo Gilligan - C4), Would I Lie to You (BBC) & The Last Leg (C4).
🎟 TICKET PRICES: £20.35PP
Book via the event link.
A max of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 6 will be cancelled.
☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01908 280800
♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Please call the box office or email your enquiry
We offer a 25% discount for carer's tickets.
Online booking for wheelchair and carer seats is not currently available - we plan to have this service up and running in the near future.
🅿️ PARKING
We have eight car-parking spaces for Blue Badge holders close to the main public entrance, all with level access. These are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We regret that these cannot be booked in advance, so advise that you arrive in good time should you wish to use one, but we cannot guarantee availability which will depend on the level of demand at any given time.
Book via the event link.
A max of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 6 will be cancelled.
☎️ BOX OFFICE: 01908 280800
♿ WHEELCHAIR USERS
Please call the box office or email your enquiry
We offer a 25% discount for carer's tickets.
Online booking for wheelchair and carer seats is not currently available - we plan to have this service up and running in the near future.
🅿️ PARKING
We have eight car-parking spaces for Blue Badge holders close to the main public entrance, all with level access. These are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We regret that these cannot be booked in advance, so advise that you arrive in good time should you wish to use one, but we cannot guarantee availability which will depend on the level of demand at any given time.
🕺Free Kids Party - The Market Cross, Dunstable
Saturday 27 September 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
🚂 Haynes Summerfield Miniature Railway 2025
Sunday 28 September 2025
Time: 10:30 - 15:30
🚂 The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:30 (approx.), we close at 16:00.
Steam engines will also be in action as often as we are able.
TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:30 (approx.), we close at 16:00.
Steam engines will also be in action as often as we are able.
ℹ️ ABOUT
At Hammer Hill you will have the option of taking a ride on two more of our railways - The Springfield Line from platform 2 and The Winterfield Line from platform 3 - tickets for both are sold at Hammer Hill.
🥪 PICNIC AREA
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
☕️ REFRESHMENTS
At Haynes End the Station Buffet will be open for refreshments and picnic tables are available for your use on the grass outside.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
❓️ DO I HAVE TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions.
🎟TICKET PRICE (Card payments)
▪️Summerfields Railway (the main line) - £3.00 (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill)
▪️Springfield Line - £1.80
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track) - £1.80
☎️ Phone for enquiries: 07498 869902
At Haynes End the Station Buffet will be open for refreshments and picnic tables are available for your use on the grass outside.
🌧 WEATHER INFORMATION
We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
❓️ DO I HAVE TO BOOK IN ADVANCE?
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions.
🎟TICKET PRICE (Card payments)
▪️Summerfields Railway (the main line) - £3.00 (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill)
▪️Springfield Line - £1.80
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track) - £1.80
☎️ Phone for enquiries: 07498 869902
👑 Free entry Open Day at Willington Dovecote and Stables
Sunday 28 September 2025
Time: 14:00 - 17:00
👑 Free entry, no booking required! Come see inside the Dovecote & Stables which hosted a Henry VIII visit in the 1540s. The Dovecote appears on the front cover of the book "60 Remarkable Buildings of the National Trust".
🕑 TIME: 2pm - 5pm
🗓 2025 FREE OPEN DAYS
▪️27th April
▪️25th May
▪️29th June
▪️27th July
▪️31st August
▪️28th September
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
The neighbouring church will be opening alongside the Dovecote & Stables. There will be an organ recital taking place which visitors can listen to. Admittance to the church is free, with them grateful for donations.
☕️ FOOD & DRINK INFORMATION
There isn't a food and drink offering at the Dovecote & Stables however the church does offer teas and coffees, as does the Danish Camp which is in the village.
🚻 TOILETS
There aren't toilets at the Dovecote & Stables, however the church does have toilet facilities.
🕑 TIME: 2pm - 5pm
🗓 2025 FREE OPEN DAYS
▪️27th April
▪️25th May
▪️29th June
▪️27th July
▪️31st August
▪️28th September
ℹ️ EVENT DETAILS
The neighbouring church will be opening alongside the Dovecote & Stables. There will be an organ recital taking place which visitors can listen to. Admittance to the church is free, with them grateful for donations.
☕️ FOOD & DRINK INFORMATION
There isn't a food and drink offering at the Dovecote & Stables however the church does offer teas and coffees, as does the Danish Camp which is in the village.
🚻 TOILETS
There aren't toilets at the Dovecote & Stables, however the church does have toilet facilities.
