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⚙️ Stotfold Watermill Opening Day 2026 - Free Entry
Sunday 13 September 2026
Time: 12:30 - 17:00
⚙️ Free entry into Stotfold Mill. The Mill, Shop and Tea Room are open to the public only on the following dates. Flour and oats are milled on open days, water levels permitting.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 9th-10th May and 10th-11th October 2026.
📖 HISTORY
Nobody is certain of the exact date, but it is likely that a watermill has stood on the site of the current Stotfold Mill beside the River Ivel for over a thousand years and it is certainly one of the oldest recorded buildings in the town. The first written evidence is the mention of four mills in Stotfold in the Domesday book of 1086. One of those four was the currently-named Stotfold Mill.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 9th-10th May and 10th-11th October 2026.
📖 HISTORY
Nobody is certain of the exact date, but it is likely that a watermill has stood on the site of the current Stotfold Mill beside the River Ivel for over a thousand years and it is certainly one of the oldest recorded buildings in the town. The first written evidence is the mention of four mills in Stotfold in the Domesday book of 1086. One of those four was the currently-named Stotfold Mill.
ℹ️ FAQ'S: Click here
🕛 TIMES:
▪️Shop and Tea Room: 12:30 - 5:00pm
▪️Last orders for the Tea Room: 4.00pm
▪️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
▪️Car Park: from 10.00am to 7.00pm (or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
🗓 2026 FREE OPENING DAYS:
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 26th April
▪️Sunday 17th May
▪️Sunday 31st May
▪️Sunday 14th June
▪️Sunday 28th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Sunday 26th July
▪️Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd August
▪️Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th September
▪️Sunday 25th October
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
🕛 TIMES:
▪️Shop and Tea Room: 12:30 - 5:00pm
▪️Last orders for the Tea Room: 4.00pm
▪️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
▪️Car Park: from 10.00am to 7.00pm (or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
🗓 2026 FREE OPENING DAYS:
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 26th April
▪️Sunday 17th May
▪️Sunday 31st May
▪️Sunday 14th June
▪️Sunday 28th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Sunday 26th July
▪️Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd August
▪️Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th September
▪️Sunday 25th October
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
☎️ Phone: 01462 734541
🐐 Hogshaw Farm Tickets Only £6!
Sunday 13 September 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🐐 All adult and child tickets are just £6 from 1-13 September 2026 at Hogshaw Farm in Buckinghamshire - enjoy all the fun of the Farm for less!
🚫 CLOSED DATES
▪️Monday 6 September 2026
▪️Tuesday 7 September 2026
▪️OPENING TIMES: 10am-5pm
🎟 TICKET COST: £6.00
All tickets are £6 from 1st-13th September 2026. Toddler tickets are just £3!
Book tickets via the event link
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Take a look at Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook post to get an idea of what to expect.
🚫 CLOSED DATES
▪️Monday 6 September 2026
▪️Tuesday 7 September 2026
▪️OPENING TIMES: 10am-5pm
🎟 TICKET COST: £6.00
All tickets are £6 from 1st-13th September 2026. Toddler tickets are just £3!
Book tickets via the event link
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Take a look at Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook post to get an idea of what to expect.
🚘 Pulloxhill Car Boot Sale 2026
Sunday 13 September 2026
Time: 09:00 - 13:00
🚘 Pulloxhill car boot sale is open Sunday's from June 2026 weather dependent.
🕘 OPENING TIMES
▪️Sellers at 8.00 am
▪️Buyers at 9.00am
🪙 ENTRY FOR BUYERS: Buyers £1 only
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
▪️CARS, SUV's 4x4 Small vans £10
▪️Large VANS, £15
▪️All TRAILERS £5 each
Any helpers for sellers must be in the same vehicle for entry. No trading before 9am
💷 PLEASE NOTE:
Please have correct money at the gates as change won't be given.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07944 431757
Check on Facebook incase of any last minute closures.
🕘 OPENING TIMES
▪️Sellers at 8.00 am
▪️Buyers at 9.00am
🪙 ENTRY FOR BUYERS: Buyers £1 only
🚘 SELLERS INFORMATION
▪️CARS, SUV's 4x4 Small vans £10
▪️Large VANS, £15
▪️All TRAILERS £5 each
Any helpers for sellers must be in the same vehicle for entry. No trading before 9am
💷 PLEASE NOTE:
Please have correct money at the gates as change won't be given.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07944 431757
Check on Facebook incase of any last minute closures.
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Wednesday 16 September 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌺 From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2026, 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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🚘 🏍 Classics at The Compasses, Greenfield - 2026
Wednesday 16 September 2026
Time: 18:00
🚘 🏍 Come and join the monthly Classics meet up at The Compasses, Greenfield. If it's classic with wheels pre 1992 bring it along. Always a good turn out!. Free entry. Food available.
🌐 THE COMPASSES WEBSITE
Check out the menu here at The Compasses.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Wednesday 17th June
▪️Wednesday 15th July
▪️Wednesday 19th August
▪️Wednesday 16th September
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out some photos on Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook post.
ℹ️ THE COMPASSES CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@compassesgreenfield.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01908 739536
🌐 THE COMPASSES WEBSITE
Check out the menu here at The Compasses.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Wednesday 17th June
▪️Wednesday 15th July
▪️Wednesday 19th August
▪️Wednesday 16th September
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out some photos on Whatsup Bedfordshire's Facebook post.
ℹ️ THE COMPASSES CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@compassesgreenfield.co.uk
☎️ Phone: 01908 739536
😋🎶 STREET FOOD HEROS IN DUNSTABLE 2026
Thursday 17 September 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
🎶 Street Food Hero's is back for 2026 on Thursday nights in Dunstable on Ashton Square. Come for delicious food options and music, great for the whole family!
▪️TIME: 4PM - 9PM
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for an evening of amazing street food vendors serving a variety of delicious dishes!
🪑 Tables & chairs available
🎶 Music from Street Food DJ
🍻 Bar
🚻 Toilets open
🅿️ Free parking from 6pm
Bring your friends, come hungry, and enjoy a great atmosphere in the heart of Dunstable!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 31st May
▪️Thursday 18th June
▪️Thursday 16th July
▪️Thursday 20th August
▪️Thursday 17th September
▪️TIME: 4PM - 9PM
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us for an evening of amazing street food vendors serving a variety of delicious dishes!
🪑 Tables & chairs available
🎶 Music from Street Food DJ
🍻 Bar
🚻 Toilets open
🅿️ Free parking from 6pm
Bring your friends, come hungry, and enjoy a great atmosphere in the heart of Dunstable!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 31st May
▪️Thursday 18th June
▪️Thursday 16th July
▪️Thursday 20th August
▪️Thursday 17th September
🎨 Miniatures & Model Painting Workshop - Houghton Regis
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Thursday 17 September 2026
Time: 19:00 - 22:00
🎨 Miniatures & Model Painting Workshop on Thursday 17th September 2026, 7pm - 10pm located at The White Lion, Houghton Regis.
▪️AGES:
This event is suitable for ages 12+, under 18's should be accompanied by an adult.
ℹ️ DETAILS
Paint your very own miniature figurine: Perfect for D&D, Warhammer, Pathfinder and other TTRPG's, or just for fun!
A welcoming space with like-minded people, great for those looking for an accessible way into a new hobby.
👍 NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
This is a beginner friendly event - No experience or materials needed, we provide you with everything you will need.
Anything you create is yours to take home and game with as you please... or bring to the next More Than Board Games event!
Want to work on your own projects? No problem! If you would like to bring your own miniatures, terrain and accessories to work with, you are welcome to do so. We ask that you still purchase a ticket for this event.
✅️ Full access to our painting resources
✅️ Step-by-step assistance
✅️ Friendly hosts
✅️ Free parking
✅️ Wheelchair accessible venue
✅️ Food & Drinks available from the bar
Our friendly Staff and Volunteers are Enhanced DBS checked and Insured.
If a carer or guardian is required, who is not participating, there are free tickets available to reserve them a seat.
This event is run by More Than Board Games volunteers. We are a not-for-profit company, ticket sales help us to provide more community based events.
📍 Venue Location:
The White Lion, Chalk Hill, Dunstable,
LU6 1RS
🚘 Driving: Easily findable from the M1 & A5. Free, on-site parking, with Wheelchair access bays.
🚍 Public Transport: Bus stops 1 min walk away on Watling Street.
♿️ ACCESS INFORMATION:
Stepfree access and wheelchair access toilet onsite. If you need further access information please contact kira@morethanboardgames.co.uk, who will get back to you ASAP :)
🎟 BOOKING DETAILS
Tickets for this event are pre-booked online only. Ticket sales end at 6pm before the event. Tickets are non-refundable but can be re-arranged if you can no longer attend. You can book tickets via the event link below.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Bring Your Own Model: £3
▪️Admission - Standard Model: £5
▪️Admission - Large Model: £8
ℹ️ FOR MORE INFORMATION
If you require any more information for this event please contact our friendly team at info@morethanboardgames.co.uk
▪️AGES:
This event is suitable for ages 12+, under 18's should be accompanied by an adult.
ℹ️ DETAILS
Paint your very own miniature figurine: Perfect for D&D, Warhammer, Pathfinder and other TTRPG's, or just for fun!
A welcoming space with like-minded people, great for those looking for an accessible way into a new hobby.
👍 NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
This is a beginner friendly event - No experience or materials needed, we provide you with everything you will need.
Anything you create is yours to take home and game with as you please... or bring to the next More Than Board Games event!
Want to work on your own projects? No problem! If you would like to bring your own miniatures, terrain and accessories to work with, you are welcome to do so. We ask that you still purchase a ticket for this event.
✅️ Full access to our painting resources
✅️ Step-by-step assistance
✅️ Friendly hosts
✅️ Free parking
✅️ Wheelchair accessible venue
✅️ Food & Drinks available from the bar
Our friendly Staff and Volunteers are Enhanced DBS checked and Insured.
If a carer or guardian is required, who is not participating, there are free tickets available to reserve them a seat.
This event is run by More Than Board Games volunteers. We are a not-for-profit company, ticket sales help us to provide more community based events.
📍 Venue Location:
The White Lion, Chalk Hill, Dunstable,
LU6 1RS
🚘 Driving: Easily findable from the M1 & A5. Free, on-site parking, with Wheelchair access bays.
🚍 Public Transport: Bus stops 1 min walk away on Watling Street.
♿️ ACCESS INFORMATION:
Stepfree access and wheelchair access toilet onsite. If you need further access information please contact kira@morethanboardgames.co.uk, who will get back to you ASAP :)
🎟 BOOKING DETAILS
Tickets for this event are pre-booked online only. Ticket sales end at 6pm before the event. Tickets are non-refundable but can be re-arranged if you can no longer attend. You can book tickets via the event link below.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Bring Your Own Model: £3
▪️Admission - Standard Model: £5
▪️Admission - Large Model: £8
ℹ️ FOR MORE INFORMATION
If you require any more information for this event please contact our friendly team at info@morethanboardgames.co.uk
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Saturday 19 September 2026
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🚘 Milton Keynes car boot sale is located at the under cover car park of Morrisons in Milton Keynes. Held on the the first and third Saturday of the month.
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
🛡 Heritage Day, Medieval Festival 2026 - Houghton Hall Park
Saturday 19 September 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🛡 Join us on Saturday 19 September 2026 at Houghton Hall Park, 10am - 3pm for a free day of history, culture, and discovery as we bring the past to life and celebrate our local community's heritage.
EVENT DETAILS
As part of England’s largest festival of history and culture, Houghton Hall Park will open its doors for a fascinating journey through the past – with plenty to see and experience along the way.
⚔️ Watch History Come to Life!
One of this year’s highlights will be our Viking and Saxon Battle Re-enactment, where you can step back in time and witness a dramatic clash between Vikings and Saxons.
Experience the sights and sounds of a rebellion brought to life, with warriors, historic characters and an action-packed re-enactment showcasing what life and conflict could have been like centuries ago.
Discover More of Our Heritage
Throughout the day, visitors can also:
🏛️ Join guided heritage walks– uncover the stories and history of Houghton Hall Park.
🎭 Explore historical re-enactments and displays – meet characters from the past and see history brought to life.
🛠️ Watch traditional craft demonstrations – discover the skills and techniques of times gone by.
📖 Uncover hidden stories – learn about the people, places and events that have helped shape our community.
✅️ FREE – everyone is welcome!
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a local resident, or simply looking for an exciting day out with the family, there’s something for everyone.
Come along, step back in time and experience history like never before!
EVENT DETAILS
As part of England’s largest festival of history and culture, Houghton Hall Park will open its doors for a fascinating journey through the past – with plenty to see and experience along the way.
⚔️ Watch History Come to Life!
One of this year’s highlights will be our Viking and Saxon Battle Re-enactment, where you can step back in time and witness a dramatic clash between Vikings and Saxons.
Experience the sights and sounds of a rebellion brought to life, with warriors, historic characters and an action-packed re-enactment showcasing what life and conflict could have been like centuries ago.
Discover More of Our Heritage
Throughout the day, visitors can also:
🏛️ Join guided heritage walks– uncover the stories and history of Houghton Hall Park.
🎭 Explore historical re-enactments and displays – meet characters from the past and see history brought to life.
🛠️ Watch traditional craft demonstrations – discover the skills and techniques of times gone by.
📖 Uncover hidden stories – learn about the people, places and events that have helped shape our community.
✅️ FREE – everyone is welcome!
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a local resident, or simply looking for an exciting day out with the family, there’s something for everyone.
Come along, step back in time and experience history like never before!
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Wednesday 23 September 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌺 From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2026, 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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📖☕️ Tea Time Tales 2026 - Grove House, Dunstable
Thursday 24 September 2026
Time: 14:30 - 16:00 Price: £6.00
📖 Take a break from the everyday and join us for Tea Time Tales, a delightful afternoon of storytelling, local history, and good company in Dunstable from 2.30pm to 4pm at Grove House.
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Organised by the Dunstable Town Guides, each session offers fascinating stories and lively conversation, all served with a warm cup of tea or coffee and light refreshments.
Come along, relax, and enjoy an afternoon filled with tales, tea, and friendship.
📍LOCATION
Grove House, 76 High Street North, Dunstable, LU6 1NF
🎟 BOOKING - £6.00
✨️ WHAT TO EXPECT
Organised by the Dunstable Town Guides, each session offers fascinating stories and lively conversation, all served with a warm cup of tea or coffee and light refreshments.
Come along, relax, and enjoy an afternoon filled with tales, tea, and friendship.
📍LOCATION
Grove House, 76 High Street North, Dunstable, LU6 1NF
🎟 BOOKING - £6.00
You book via the event link.
Call Priory House on 01582 891420 if you experience any issues with booking tickets online, they can book tickets for on your behalf.
Call Priory House on 01582 891420 if you experience any issues with booking tickets online, they can book tickets for on your behalf.
🗓 2026 DATES & TALE DESCRIPTION
▪️10 September - Bedford from Victoria to WW2, by Bob Ricketts
▪️24 September - Dunstable's Augustinian Priory 1120 to 1540, by Hugh Garrod
▪️8 October - Tigers to the Taj Mahal, Adventures in India, by Wilf Powell
▪️22 October - Red Cloud’s War how the West was lost, by Andy Gibbs
▪️5 November - What did the parrot say? The first world currency, by Trevor Owens
▪️19 November - The Skylon at the 1951 Festival of Britain, by Stephen Williams
▪️3 December - The Fishing Fleet -by Jean Yates
▪️17 December - ‘Oh yes it is, oh no it isn’t’ a History of the Pantomime by Ann Ledger
▪️10 September - Bedford from Victoria to WW2, by Bob Ricketts
▪️24 September - Dunstable's Augustinian Priory 1120 to 1540, by Hugh Garrod
▪️8 October - Tigers to the Taj Mahal, Adventures in India, by Wilf Powell
▪️22 October - Red Cloud’s War how the West was lost, by Andy Gibbs
▪️5 November - What did the parrot say? The first world currency, by Trevor Owens
▪️19 November - The Skylon at the 1951 Festival of Britain, by Stephen Williams
▪️3 December - The Fishing Fleet -by Jean Yates
▪️17 December - ‘Oh yes it is, oh no it isn’t’ a History of the Pantomime by Ann Ledger
👋 Hi-de-Hi! – The Square Drama Circle’s 50th Anniversary Show - Dunstable
Thursday 24 September 2026
Time: 19:30 - 21:30
👋 Hi-de-Hi! comes to Dunstable as The Square Drama Circle celebrates 50 years of community theatre and its landmark 150th production.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 24 September
▪️Friday 25 September
▪️Saturday 26 September
🕖 TIMES
▪️Doors open: 7.00pm
▪️Show Starts: 7.30pm
▪️Show ends: Approximately 9:30pm
▪️AGE: We advise that children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.
🤩 DETAILS
Based on the much-loved BBC comedy by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, this stage adaptation by Paul Carpenter and Ian Gower transports audiences back to the 1950s and Maplins Holiday Camp, with its familiar cast of colourful characters, holiday-camp chaos and plenty of laughs.
Join The Square Drama Circle for a particularly special production as the group celebrates its 50th anniversary, having performed in Dunstable since 1976.
🍰 REFRESHMENTS
There will be a 15-minute interval. Tea, coffee and cakes are available for a small cash donation.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults £10*
▪️Concessions £8*
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
▪️Advance booking recommended
▪️*Booking fee applies
▪️You can book tickets via the event link
📍Venue: The Square Methodist Church Hall, Dunstable.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: thesquaredramacircle@gmail.com
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 24 September
▪️Friday 25 September
▪️Saturday 26 September
🕖 TIMES
▪️Doors open: 7.00pm
▪️Show Starts: 7.30pm
▪️Show ends: Approximately 9:30pm
▪️AGE: We advise that children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.
🤩 DETAILS
Based on the much-loved BBC comedy by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, this stage adaptation by Paul Carpenter and Ian Gower transports audiences back to the 1950s and Maplins Holiday Camp, with its familiar cast of colourful characters, holiday-camp chaos and plenty of laughs.
Join The Square Drama Circle for a particularly special production as the group celebrates its 50th anniversary, having performed in Dunstable since 1976.
🍰 REFRESHMENTS
There will be a 15-minute interval. Tea, coffee and cakes are available for a small cash donation.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults £10*
▪️Concessions £8*
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
▪️Advance booking recommended
▪️*Booking fee applies
▪️You can book tickets via the event link
📍Venue: The Square Methodist Church Hall, Dunstable.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: thesquaredramacircle@gmail.com
👶 Lula: Experience for Babies and their Grown-ups - Houghton Regis
Friday 25 September 2026
Time: 10:30 - 14:45
👶 Lula: Experience for babies and their grown-ups is on Friday 25th September 2026 at Houghton Regis Library.
🗓 SESSION TIMES:
10:30am, 11:45am & 1:45pm
✨️ ABOUT
Lula is a playful first experience of sensory theatre for babies and their grown-ups and is designed especially for ages 0-12 months. Older siblings will be unable to take part.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Follow baby Lula and her family inside a colourful dome full of light, sound, texture and song. Find glimmers of joy and see the wonder of your baby in this enchantingly immersive, interactive performance. Exploring connection, care and companionship through a blend of original live music and dance, you are invited to sit, lie down, listen, watch and delight in your unique child.
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
Book your free ticket via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 630783
📧 Email: info@fullhouse.org.uk
🗓 SESSION TIMES:
10:30am, 11:45am & 1:45pm
✨️ ABOUT
Lula is a playful first experience of sensory theatre for babies and their grown-ups and is designed especially for ages 0-12 months. Older siblings will be unable to take part.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Follow baby Lula and her family inside a colourful dome full of light, sound, texture and song. Find glimmers of joy and see the wonder of your baby in this enchantingly immersive, interactive performance. Exploring connection, care and companionship through a blend of original live music and dance, you are invited to sit, lie down, listen, watch and delight in your unique child.
🎟 TICKET COST: FREE
Book your free ticket via the event link.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 630783
📧 Email: info@fullhouse.org.uk
👋 Hi-de-Hi! – The Square Drama Circle’s 50th Anniversary Show - Dunstable
Friday 25 September 2026
Time: 19:30 - 21:30
👋 Hi-de-Hi! comes to Dunstable as The Square Drama Circle celebrates 50 years of community theatre and its landmark 150th production.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 24 September
▪️Friday 25 September
▪️Saturday 26 September
🕖 TIMES
▪️Doors open: 7.00pm
▪️Show Starts: 7.30pm
▪️Show ends: Approximately 9:30pm
▪️AGE: We advise that children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.
🤩 DETAILS
Based on the much-loved BBC comedy by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, this stage adaptation by Paul Carpenter and Ian Gower transports audiences back to the 1950s and Maplins Holiday Camp, with its familiar cast of colourful characters, holiday-camp chaos and plenty of laughs.
Join The Square Drama Circle for a particularly special production as the group celebrates its 50th anniversary, having performed in Dunstable since 1976.
🍰 REFRESHMENTS
There will be a 15-minute interval. Tea, coffee and cakes are available for a small cash donation.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults £10*
▪️Concessions £8*
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
▪️Advance booking recommended
▪️*Booking fee applies
▪️You can book tickets via the event link
📍Venue: The Square Methodist Church Hall, Dunstable.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: thesquaredramacircle@gmail.com
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 24 September
▪️Friday 25 September
▪️Saturday 26 September
🕖 TIMES
▪️Doors open: 7.00pm
▪️Show Starts: 7.30pm
▪️Show ends: Approximately 9:30pm
▪️AGE: We advise that children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.
🤩 DETAILS
Based on the much-loved BBC comedy by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, this stage adaptation by Paul Carpenter and Ian Gower transports audiences back to the 1950s and Maplins Holiday Camp, with its familiar cast of colourful characters, holiday-camp chaos and plenty of laughs.
Join The Square Drama Circle for a particularly special production as the group celebrates its 50th anniversary, having performed in Dunstable since 1976.
🍰 REFRESHMENTS
There will be a 15-minute interval. Tea, coffee and cakes are available for a small cash donation.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults £10*
▪️Concessions £8*
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
▪️Advance booking recommended
▪️*Booking fee applies
▪️You can book tickets via the event link
📍Venue: The Square Methodist Church Hall, Dunstable.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: thesquaredramacircle@gmail.com
👋 Hi-de-Hi! – The Square Drama Circle’s 50th Anniversary Show - Dunstable
Saturday 26 September 2026
Time: 19:30 - 21:30
👋 Hi-de-Hi! comes to Dunstable as The Square Drama Circle celebrates 50 years of community theatre and its landmark 150th production.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 24 September
▪️Friday 25 September
▪️Saturday 26 September
🕖 TIMES
▪️Doors open: 7.00pm
▪️Show Starts: 7.30pm
▪️Show ends: Approximately 9:30pm
▪️AGE: We advise that children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.
🤩 DETAILS
Based on the much-loved BBC comedy by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, this stage adaptation by Paul Carpenter and Ian Gower transports audiences back to the 1950s and Maplins Holiday Camp, with its familiar cast of colourful characters, holiday-camp chaos and plenty of laughs.
Join The Square Drama Circle for a particularly special production as the group celebrates its 50th anniversary, having performed in Dunstable since 1976.
🍰 REFRESHMENTS
There will be a 15-minute interval. Tea, coffee and cakes are available for a small cash donation.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults £10*
▪️Concessions £8*
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
▪️Advance booking recommended
▪️*Booking fee applies
▪️You can book tickets via the event link
📍Venue: The Square Methodist Church Hall, Dunstable.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: thesquaredramacircle@gmail.com
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 24 September
▪️Friday 25 September
▪️Saturday 26 September
🕖 TIMES
▪️Doors open: 7.00pm
▪️Show Starts: 7.30pm
▪️Show ends: Approximately 9:30pm
▪️AGE: We advise that children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult.
🤩 DETAILS
Based on the much-loved BBC comedy by Jimmy Perry and David Croft, this stage adaptation by Paul Carpenter and Ian Gower transports audiences back to the 1950s and Maplins Holiday Camp, with its familiar cast of colourful characters, holiday-camp chaos and plenty of laughs.
Join The Square Drama Circle for a particularly special production as the group celebrates its 50th anniversary, having performed in Dunstable since 1976.
🍰 REFRESHMENTS
There will be a 15-minute interval. Tea, coffee and cakes are available for a small cash donation.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Adults £10*
▪️Concessions £8*
ℹ️ BOOKING DETAILS
▪️Advance booking recommended
▪️*Booking fee applies
▪️You can book tickets via the event link
📍Venue: The Square Methodist Church Hall, Dunstable.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: thesquaredramacircle@gmail.com
🖍 Sunday Crafternoons 2026 (under 12) - The Higgins, Bedford
Sunday 27 September 2026
Time: 14:00 - 16:00
😀 Free Sunday Crafternoons at The Higgins in Bedford.
🗓 2026 DATES:
🗓 2026 DATES:
▪️Sunday 15 March
▪️Sunday 12 April
▪️Sunday 10 May
▪️Sunday 28 June
▪️Sunday 27 September
▪️Sunday 12 April
▪️Sunday 10 May
▪️Sunday 28 June
▪️Sunday 27 September
🖍 Free Drop-In, no need to book, 2-4pm
Crafternoons are a free, monthly creative activity sessions for families to have a go at 'making' together and enjoy the chance to get creative. All resources are provided. Suitable for under 12s. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please be aware that space is limited and there may be a wait to start.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY: Click here
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 718618
☎️ Box Office: 01234 718044
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY: Click here
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01234 718618
☎️ Box Office: 01234 718044
⚙️ Stotfold Watermill Opening Day 2026 - Free Entry
Sunday 27 September 2026
Time: 12:30 - 17:00
⚙️ Free entry into Stotfold Mill. The Mill, Shop and Tea Room are open to the public only on the following dates. Flour and oats are milled on open days, water levels permitting.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 9th-10th May and 10th-11th October 2026.
📖 HISTORY
Nobody is certain of the exact date, but it is likely that a watermill has stood on the site of the current Stotfold Mill beside the River Ivel for over a thousand years and it is certainly one of the oldest recorded buildings in the town. The first written evidence is the mention of four mills in Stotfold in the Domesday book of 1086. One of those four was the currently-named Stotfold Mill.
🌳 THE NATURE RESERVE
The Nature Reserve is open all year round, except 9th-10th May and 10th-11th October 2026.
📖 HISTORY
Nobody is certain of the exact date, but it is likely that a watermill has stood on the site of the current Stotfold Mill beside the River Ivel for over a thousand years and it is certainly one of the oldest recorded buildings in the town. The first written evidence is the mention of four mills in Stotfold in the Domesday book of 1086. One of those four was the currently-named Stotfold Mill.
ℹ️ FAQ'S: Click here
🕛 TIMES:
▪️Shop and Tea Room: 12:30 - 5:00pm
▪️Last orders for the Tea Room: 4.00pm
▪️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
▪️Car Park: from 10.00am to 7.00pm (or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
🗓 2026 FREE OPENING DAYS:
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 26th April
▪️Sunday 17th May
▪️Sunday 31st May
▪️Sunday 14th June
▪️Sunday 28th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Sunday 26th July
▪️Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd August
▪️Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th September
▪️Sunday 25th October
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
🕛 TIMES:
▪️Shop and Tea Room: 12:30 - 5:00pm
▪️Last orders for the Tea Room: 4.00pm
▪️Milling sessions: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
▪️Car Park: from 10.00am to 7.00pm (or earlier if dusk, dull or rainy)
🗓 2026 FREE OPENING DAYS:
▪️Sunday 12th April
▪️Sunday 26th April
▪️Sunday 17th May
▪️Sunday 31st May
▪️Sunday 14th June
▪️Sunday 28th June
▪️Sunday 5th July
▪️Sunday 26th July
▪️Sunday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd August
▪️Sunday 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th September
▪️Sunday 25th October
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: enquiries@stotfoldmill.com
☎️ Phone: 01462 734541
🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Wednesday 30 September 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🌺 From the first Wednesday in May to the last in September 2026, 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
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
🌹 WHAT TO EXPECT
Entrance includes a fascinating tour of the walled garden and visitors are encouraged to break their visit with a picnic or a visit to the Woodyard Café. The garden is best enjoyed at a snail’s pace, entrance is for all day! Notice boards and displays are updated throughout the season allowing fascinating insight into the garden’s rich history.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Every effort has been made to make the garden accessible to as many visitors as possible. With that in mind we have recently finished resurfacing the area around the sundial making it far easier for wheeled access. However, due to the age and rich history of the garden there are some areas that are not accessible by wheelchair. Please inform members of the Walled Garden Project at the entrance and every effort will be made to provide an alternative route, provide commentary on the area, or help with pushing if there are volunteers available. Disabled toilets are available within the conservatory.
🐶 DOGS
Dogs on leads with well-behaved owners are most welcome at the Walled Garden.
🅿️ PARKING
Parking is in an immediately adjacent car park with clearing marked disabled parking bays. Pre-booking is not required. Please note the Walled Garden is not at the hotel entrance.
🎫 PRE-BOOKING IS NOT REQUIRED
▪️£7.50 per adult
▪️£2.50 per child
▪️Under 2’s and carers are FREE
ℹ️ MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
This is our second year partnering with both the RHS and Historic Houses and entrance with proof of membership is FREE to the cardholder. Season tickets, which are incredible value, are £20 and are available from the entrance kiosk.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 721443
📧 Email: office@lutonhooestate.co.uk
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😋 Street Food Monthly, Hitchin - 2026
Thursday 01 October 2026
Time: 16:00 - 21:00
🎉 Hitchin Street Food Monthly is BACK for 2026! Taking place at Riverside, Hitchin the first of seven dates across 2026 will take place in April with the last set for October 2026.
✍️ TRADER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
Want to be part of our 10th year at Hitchin Street Food Monthly??
🌯 STREET FOOD TRADERS
Serving up bold, brilliant, can’t-stop-thinking-about-it food? Apply here:
🧀 ARTISAN MARKET TRADERS
Got a craft or product you'd love to show off? Think gifts, sauces, breads, butchery, woodwork, treats, and more. Apply here:
We’re proud to champion incredible independents and create a proper community atmosphere - great food, great people, great vibes. If you’ve got an outstanding product and a brilliant attitude, we want to hear from you.
🗓 HITCHIN STREET FOOD 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 16th April
▪️Thursday 7th May
▪️Thursday 4th June
▪️Thursday 2nd July
▪️Thursday 6th August
▪️Thursday 3rd September
▪️Thursday 1st October
✍️ TRADER APPLICATIONS ARE OPEN
Want to be part of our 10th year at Hitchin Street Food Monthly??
🌯 STREET FOOD TRADERS
Serving up bold, brilliant, can’t-stop-thinking-about-it food? Apply here:
🧀 ARTISAN MARKET TRADERS
Got a craft or product you'd love to show off? Think gifts, sauces, breads, butchery, woodwork, treats, and more. Apply here:
We’re proud to champion incredible independents and create a proper community atmosphere - great food, great people, great vibes. If you’ve got an outstanding product and a brilliant attitude, we want to hear from you.
🗓 HITCHIN STREET FOOD 2026 DATES
▪️Thursday 16th April
▪️Thursday 7th May
▪️Thursday 4th June
▪️Thursday 2nd July
▪️Thursday 6th August
▪️Thursday 3rd September
▪️Thursday 1st October
🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2026 - Morrisons
Saturday 03 October 2026
Time: 07:00 - 12:00
🚘 Milton Keynes car boot sale is located at the under cover car park of Morrisons in Milton Keynes. Held on the the first and third Saturday of the month.
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
🛍 BUYERS: Free
▪️From: 7am -12pm
🚘 SELLERS: £5
▪️Just turn up and arrive for around 6am
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
If would like more information please get in touch:
📧 Email:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk
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