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🎉 Party in the Park 2026 - Dunstable
Saturday 18 July 2026
Time: 12:00 - 20:00
🎉 Dunstable’s biggest party at Grove House Garden is back and bigger than ever on Saturday 18th July 2026, 12pm - 8pm.
🎶 EVENT DETAILS
This free family event promises a full day of live music, entertainment and activities for all ages.
The day will begin with performances from talented local community groups and artists, giving visitors the chance to enjoy a fantastic mix of music, dance and live entertainment. Bringing plenty of energy and variety throughout the afternoon.
🤩 Acts taking to the stage include:
⭐️The Pad
⭐️The Aspects
⭐️Avenida
⭐️The Meerkats
⭐️MEGZ
⭐️Queensway Karaoke
⭐️Dubafrique
🤩 Headline Acts
⭐️Black Lace - 4.30 pm
⭐️Leigh Francis’ Record Club - 5.40 pm,
⭐️N-Trance - 7.15 pm
🧒 FOR KIDS
There is much more to enjoy than just the music. Families can explore the FREE Under 16s KidZone, join the K-Pop Party, test their skills on Penrose’s climbing wall, relax in the chillout area, engage in storytelling, enjoy the funfair and so much more.
🛍 MARKET
For those who love shopping, Middle Row Markets will return for the second year with 25 stalls open from 12 noon to 7 pm, offering a range of unique items and local goods.
🍻 FOOD & DRINK
Food and drink will also be available throughout the day, with a bar and food concessions on site, making it easy to relax and enjoy the atmosphere.
🥪 WHAT TO BRING
Visitors are encouraged to bring along chairs, blankets and a picnic to make the most of this free community celebration.
With an accessible viewing platform, a large screen and entertainment for everyone, Party in the Park is set to be a fantastic day out for the whole family.
🎶 EVENT DETAILS
This free family event promises a full day of live music, entertainment and activities for all ages.
The day will begin with performances from talented local community groups and artists, giving visitors the chance to enjoy a fantastic mix of music, dance and live entertainment. Bringing plenty of energy and variety throughout the afternoon.
🤩 Acts taking to the stage include:
⭐️The Pad
⭐️The Aspects
⭐️Avenida
⭐️The Meerkats
⭐️MEGZ
⭐️Queensway Karaoke
⭐️Dubafrique
🤩 Headline Acts
⭐️Black Lace - 4.30 pm
⭐️Leigh Francis’ Record Club - 5.40 pm,
⭐️N-Trance - 7.15 pm
🧒 FOR KIDS
There is much more to enjoy than just the music. Families can explore the FREE Under 16s KidZone, join the K-Pop Party, test their skills on Penrose’s climbing wall, relax in the chillout area, engage in storytelling, enjoy the funfair and so much more.
🛍 MARKET
For those who love shopping, Middle Row Markets will return for the second year with 25 stalls open from 12 noon to 7 pm, offering a range of unique items and local goods.
🍻 FOOD & DRINK
Food and drink will also be available throughout the day, with a bar and food concessions on site, making it easy to relax and enjoy the atmosphere.
🥪 WHAT TO BRING
Visitors are encouraged to bring along chairs, blankets and a picnic to make the most of this free community celebration.
With an accessible viewing platform, a large screen and entertainment for everyone, Party in the Park is set to be a fantastic day out for the whole family.
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🛶 Bedford River Festival 2026
Saturday 18 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 22:30
🎉 Bedford River Festival is a fantastic free event with so much on offer across the weekend for the whole family, with multiple music and performance stages, dragon boat races, raft races, food & drink, dedicated Sports and Family Villages, the Green Earth Lounge, arts & crafts, food & drink, water sports, funfair, Festival of Motoring and so much more!
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July: 10am - 10.30pm
▪️Sunday 19th July: 10am - 8pm
🌟 ILLUMINATED BOAT LIGHT PARADE: ▪️Saturday 18th July: Approx 9pm
🎶 SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Song Squad
1:00pm - Chloë Wilson
2:00pm - Dois Padres
3:00pm - Gemma Rogers
4:00pm - Not A Band
5:30pm - Sambroso Allstars
7:10pm - The Beat ft. Rankin Junior
9:00pm.- The Rave Returns - The Drum & Bass Band
🚣♀️ SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️2pm-2:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️4pm-4:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️9:00pm (approximately)- Illuminated Boat Light Parade
🎶 SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Bedford Rock Choir
1:00pm - The Greensands
2:00pm - Bold As Love
3:15pm - The Ouse Valley Singles Club
4:55pm - Laid Blak
6:30pm - Uncle Funk’s Disco Inferno
🚣♀️ SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️12:00pm - Stand Up Paddleboard Race
▪️1:00pm-1:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️1:30pm-2:00pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️2:45pm-3:00pm - Raft Race Heat 1
▪️3:00pm-3:15pm - Raft Race Heat 2
▪️3:30pm-3:45pm - Raft Race Final
WHAT TO EXPECT ALL WEEKEND
🍔 Food & Drink Options
(Vegan & Gluten free available)
🎷 Bands on the Bridge
🚘 Bedford Festival of Motoring and Bedford Music Service Stage
🎶 Mill Meadows and Community Stage
🧘♀️ Green Earth Village and The Embankment
🚣♂️ River activities
🎉 Russell Park & Main Stage
👨👩👦 St Mary’s Gardens, Family Island including SEND
💦 Sports Island and Water Sports Arena
🅿️♿️ BLUE BADGE PARKING
There will be a designated car park available for blue badge holders only off Longholme Way/Cardington Road roundabout. The postcode is MK42 0BX, and in St Marys Car Park (in between Borough Hall and Bedford College) Cauldwell Street (MK42 9AP). A blue badge will be required.
❓️FAQ'S
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July: 10am - 10.30pm
▪️Sunday 19th July: 10am - 8pm
🌟 ILLUMINATED BOAT LIGHT PARADE: ▪️Saturday 18th July: Approx 9pm
🎶 SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Song Squad
1:00pm - Chloë Wilson
2:00pm - Dois Padres
3:00pm - Gemma Rogers
4:00pm - Not A Band
5:30pm - Sambroso Allstars
7:10pm - The Beat ft. Rankin Junior
9:00pm.- The Rave Returns - The Drum & Bass Band
🚣♀️ SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️2pm-2:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️4pm-4:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️9:00pm (approximately)- Illuminated Boat Light Parade
🎶 SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Bedford Rock Choir
1:00pm - The Greensands
2:00pm - Bold As Love
3:15pm - The Ouse Valley Singles Club
4:55pm - Laid Blak
6:30pm - Uncle Funk’s Disco Inferno
🚣♀️ SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️12:00pm - Stand Up Paddleboard Race
▪️1:00pm-1:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️1:30pm-2:00pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️2:45pm-3:00pm - Raft Race Heat 1
▪️3:00pm-3:15pm - Raft Race Heat 2
▪️3:30pm-3:45pm - Raft Race Final
WHAT TO EXPECT ALL WEEKEND
🍔 Food & Drink Options
(Vegan & Gluten free available)
🎷 Bands on the Bridge
🚘 Bedford Festival of Motoring and Bedford Music Service Stage
🎶 Mill Meadows and Community Stage
🧘♀️ Green Earth Village and The Embankment
🚣♂️ River activities
🎉 Russell Park & Main Stage
👨👩👦 St Mary’s Gardens, Family Island including SEND
💦 Sports Island and Water Sports Arena
🅿️♿️ BLUE BADGE PARKING
There will be a designated car park available for blue badge holders only off Longholme Way/Cardington Road roundabout. The postcode is MK42 0BX, and in St Marys Car Park (in between Borough Hall and Bedford College) Cauldwell Street (MK42 9AP). A blue badge will be required.
❓️FAQ'S
🅿️ River Festival parking and travel Infomation See here.
🚣♀️ Cosgrove Canal Festival & Craft Fair 2026
Saturday 18 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
🚣♀️ The Cosgrove Canal Festival & Craft Fair is run each year by the Society to raise money for the restoration of the Buckingham Canal between Cosgrove and Buckingham and to spread the word about our work.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 19th July: 10am - 4pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Throughout the whole festival weekend you will find many historic and trade boats, craft and games stalls, plenty of entertainment and refreshments, and so much more. The event is full of fun for the whole family and is set primarily alongside the picturesque towpath between the lock at Cosgrove and the recently refurbished Iron Trunk Aqueduct. The Craft Fair is held in the nearby Cosgrove Village Hall, only a short walk from the canal.
⛴️ BOAT TRIPS
Electra will run 40-minute trips from Cosgrove Lock over the Iron Trunk Aqueduct to the Galleon Wharf and back. Get spectacular views of the valley below!
Five trips each day.
🕥 Boat Trip Times:
10.30, 11.45, 13.00, 14.15, and 15.30.
🎟 Ticket Cost:
£8 adult, £3.50 child (card only payment) –walk up on the day and book in at their stand. You can find more information on Electra at their website.
🚘 Pulloxhill Car Boot Sale 2026
Sunday 19 July 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.
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Sunday 19 July 2026
Time: 08:00 - 13:00
🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
We are open every Thursday, Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday.
🌧 WEATHER DEPENDANT
Please check our Facebook page for weather updates via the event link.
🛍 BUYERS
▪️Entry after 8am: £1
▪️Early access for buyers before 8am: £5
▪️After 10am: 50p
🐕🦺 DOGS
Dogs are welcome on a lead.
🚘 SELLERS:
▪️Sellers at 7am
▪️Loyalty cards available at gate
▪️There's no need to book just pull up and sell!
💷 Cars £8
💷 Small Vans £10
💷 Large Vans £12
💷 Extra Large Vans £14
💷 Small Trailer £2
💷 Large Trailer £5
ℹ️ SELLERS INFORMATION
Sellers don't forget to bring spare change on the day! Take rubbish home.
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🛶 Bedford River Festival 2026
Sunday 19 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 20:00
🎉 Bedford River Festival is a fantastic free event with so much on offer across the weekend for the whole family, with multiple music and performance stages, dragon boat races, raft races, food & drink, dedicated Sports and Family Villages, the Green Earth Lounge, arts & crafts, food & drink, water sports, funfair, Festival of Motoring and so much more!
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July: 10am - 10.30pm
▪️Sunday 19th July: 10am - 8pm
🌟 ILLUMINATED BOAT LIGHT PARADE: ▪️Saturday 18th July: Approx 9pm
🎶 SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Song Squad
1:00pm - Chloë Wilson
2:00pm - Dois Padres
3:00pm - Gemma Rogers
4:00pm - Not A Band
5:30pm - Sambroso Allstars
7:10pm - The Beat ft. Rankin Junior
9:00pm.- The Rave Returns - The Drum & Bass Band
🚣♀️ SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️2pm-2:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️4pm-4:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️9:00pm (approximately)- Illuminated Boat Light Parade
🎶 SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Bedford Rock Choir
1:00pm - The Greensands
2:00pm - Bold As Love
3:15pm - The Ouse Valley Singles Club
4:55pm - Laid Blak
6:30pm - Uncle Funk’s Disco Inferno
🚣♀️ SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️12:00pm - Stand Up Paddleboard Race
▪️1:00pm-1:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️1:30pm-2:00pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️2:45pm-3:00pm - Raft Race Heat 1
▪️3:00pm-3:15pm - Raft Race Heat 2
▪️3:30pm-3:45pm - Raft Race Final
WHAT TO EXPECT ALL WEEKEND
🍔 Food & Drink Options
(Vegan & Gluten free available)
🎷 Bands on the Bridge
🚘 Bedford Festival of Motoring and Bedford Music Service Stage
🎶 Mill Meadows and Community Stage
🧘♀️ Green Earth Village and The Embankment
🚣♂️ River activities
🎉 Russell Park & Main Stage
👨👩👦 St Mary’s Gardens, Family Island including SEND
💦 Sports Island and Water Sports Arena
🅿️♿️ BLUE BADGE PARKING
There will be a designated car park available for blue badge holders only off Longholme Way/Cardington Road roundabout. The postcode is MK42 0BX, and in St Marys Car Park (in between Borough Hall and Bedford College) Cauldwell Street (MK42 9AP). A blue badge will be required.
❓️FAQ'S
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July: 10am - 10.30pm
▪️Sunday 19th July: 10am - 8pm
🌟 ILLUMINATED BOAT LIGHT PARADE: ▪️Saturday 18th July: Approx 9pm
🎶 SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Song Squad
1:00pm - Chloë Wilson
2:00pm - Dois Padres
3:00pm - Gemma Rogers
4:00pm - Not A Band
5:30pm - Sambroso Allstars
7:10pm - The Beat ft. Rankin Junior
9:00pm.- The Rave Returns - The Drum & Bass Band
🚣♀️ SATURDAY 18TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️2pm-2:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️4pm-4:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️9:00pm (approximately)- Illuminated Boat Light Parade
🎶 SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN STAGE
11:30am - Bedford Rock Choir
1:00pm - The Greensands
2:00pm - Bold As Love
3:15pm - The Ouse Valley Singles Club
4:55pm - Laid Blak
6:30pm - Uncle Funk’s Disco Inferno
🚣♀️ SUNDAY 19TH JULY MAIN RIVER
▪️12:00pm - Stand Up Paddleboard Race
▪️1:00pm-1:30pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Cabin Cruisers
▪️1:30pm-2:00pm - The Martyn Pearson Grand Parade of Narrow Boats
▪️2:45pm-3:00pm - Raft Race Heat 1
▪️3:00pm-3:15pm - Raft Race Heat 2
▪️3:30pm-3:45pm - Raft Race Final
WHAT TO EXPECT ALL WEEKEND
🍔 Food & Drink Options
(Vegan & Gluten free available)
🎷 Bands on the Bridge
🚘 Bedford Festival of Motoring and Bedford Music Service Stage
🎶 Mill Meadows and Community Stage
🧘♀️ Green Earth Village and The Embankment
🚣♂️ River activities
🎉 Russell Park & Main Stage
👨👩👦 St Mary’s Gardens, Family Island including SEND
💦 Sports Island and Water Sports Arena
🅿️♿️ BLUE BADGE PARKING
There will be a designated car park available for blue badge holders only off Longholme Way/Cardington Road roundabout. The postcode is MK42 0BX, and in St Marys Car Park (in between Borough Hall and Bedford College) Cauldwell Street (MK42 9AP). A blue badge will be required.
❓️FAQ'S
🅿️ River Festival parking and travel Infomation See here.
🚂🦕 Dinosaur Day - Leighton Buzzard Railway
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🦕 An adventure 65 million years in the making, right here in Bedfordshire
🚂 EVENT DETAILS
This Sunday 19th July 2026, the Leighton Buzzard Railway is hosting a truly historic encounter. Take an 80-minute steam train return journey to Stonehenge Works, where you can meet roaming dinosaurs and explore the not quite so prehistoric rail trail.
Scientists were so preoccupied with whether they could, they didn’t stop to think if they should... but we're glad they did! Slots fill up fast, so secure your family tickets online in advance.
🚂 EVENT DETAILS
This Sunday 19th July 2026, the Leighton Buzzard Railway is hosting a truly historic encounter. Take an 80-minute steam train return journey to Stonehenge Works, where you can meet roaming dinosaurs and explore the not quite so prehistoric rail trail.
Scientists were so preoccupied with whether they could, they didn’t stop to think if they should... but we're glad they did! Slots fill up fast, so secure your family tickets online in advance.
🇯🇲Reggae Roasts with Paul Wilson - The Crown, Flitwick
Sunday 19 July 2026
Time: 12:00 - 18:00
🎤 Come and join us for a special Sunday of Reggae Roasts on Sunday 19th July at The Crown, Flitwick!
🕛 TIMES:
▪️Roasts available between 12pm and 6pm.
▪️Paul will be singing with us from 3pm.
🎶 EVENT DETAILS
Paul Willson from the Wilson Show will be singing SKA, Reggae including Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff, UB40, Desmond Decker, Big Mountain, Bitty McLean, Aswad etc.......
✅️ BOOK A TABLE
Call and book your table now!
☎️ Phone: 01525 310136
🕛 TIMES:
▪️Roasts available between 12pm and 6pm.
▪️Paul will be singing with us from 3pm.
🎶 EVENT DETAILS
Paul Willson from the Wilson Show will be singing SKA, Reggae including Bob Marley, Jimmy Cliff, UB40, Desmond Decker, Big Mountain, Bitty McLean, Aswad etc.......
✅️ BOOK A TABLE
Call and book your table now!
☎️ Phone: 01525 310136
🚣♀️ Cosgrove Canal Festival & Craft Fair 2026
Sunday 19 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🚣♀️ The Cosgrove Canal Festival & Craft Fair is run each year by the Society to raise money for the restoration of the Buckingham Canal between Cosgrove and Buckingham and to spread the word about our work.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 18th July: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 19th July: 10am - 4pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Throughout the whole festival weekend you will find many historic and trade boats, craft and games stalls, plenty of entertainment and refreshments, and so much more. The event is full of fun for the whole family and is set primarily alongside the picturesque towpath between the lock at Cosgrove and the recently refurbished Iron Trunk Aqueduct. The Craft Fair is held in the nearby Cosgrove Village Hall, only a short walk from the canal.
⛴️ BOAT TRIPS
Electra will run 40-minute trips from Cosgrove Lock over the Iron Trunk Aqueduct to the Galleon Wharf and back. Get spectacular views of the valley below!
Five trips each day.
🕥 Boat Trip Times:
10.30, 11.45, 13.00, 14.15, and 15.30.
🎟 Ticket Cost:
£8 adult, £3.50 child (card only payment) –walk up on the day and book in at their stand. You can find more information on Electra at their website.
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Monday 20 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
⛱️ Our ever popular beach will be back on the Market Place, Hitchin for 6 weeks during the summer holidays! Running from 20th July until 31st August 2026, 10am until 4pm!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Monday 20 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🚣♂️ Row a dragon boating at Longholme Lake in Bedford this Summer half term 2026.
🗓 SUMMER HALF TERM DATES 2026
▪️Open Monday - Sunday
▪️Book between 10am - 2.45pm
▪️Weather permitting
👨👩👧 AGE:
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. Children under 12 years only must wear a life vest, provided. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16.
🗓 SUMMER HALF TERM DATES 2026
▪️Open Monday - Sunday
▪️Book between 10am - 2.45pm
▪️Weather permitting
👨👩👧 AGE:
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. Children under 12 years only must wear a life vest, provided. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16.
Riders under the age of 16 must have consent given by a guardian who is with them. Said guardian will need to sign the hire agreement.
▪️HOW MANY PEOPLE PER BOAT?
4 people per boat, this number includes infants & smaller children.
🐶 ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Yes. Please clean up any hair and other dog related 'mess' before you get back to the jetty. Be sure you keep your dog on a lead for the duration of your hire. Wildlife such as swans have priority and should not be distressed by dogs. Life jackets for dogs are not available.
💳 DEPOSIT
A £10 deposit is required in addition on all tariffs. Dont be late back, damage or dirty the boat. Management reserve the right to decline boat hire without reason.
🎟 WALK IN PRICES
▪️30 minute hire: £20
▪️45 minute hire: £25
▪️60 minute hire: £30
🎫 PRE-BOOK PRICES - SAVE 25%
For the best rates, book direct and save 25% off walk in rates by booking on the website via the event link.
☕️ CAFÉ ONSITE - Click here for information about the Lakeside Kitchen. Dogs welcome.
🅿️ FIND US
Park for free on The Embankment for up-to 2 hours, The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 3QF. Alternative parking is available at Mill Meadows car park south of us, accessible via Longholme Way / Cardington Road roundabout. Access to the cafe is on foot / bike only. The route is step free and considered accessible by many.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@thelongholme.com
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⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Tuesday 21 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
⛱️ Our ever popular beach will be back on the Market Place, Hitchin for 6 weeks during the summer holidays! Running from 20th July until 31st August 2026, 10am until 4pm!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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😋 Pensioners Lunch Club - The Crown, Flitwick
Tuesday 21 July 2026
Time: 12:00 - 14:00 Price: £7.65
✨️ 55 and above? Why not come and try our Pensioners Lunch Club at The Crown, Flitwick!!
🗓 WHEN?
▪️Every Tuesday between 12pm - 2pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Grab a meal and a hot drink for just £7.95 and some company! If you haven't been before - it's an absolute bargain!
Meals vary each week and you can pick from three options!
Come on your own or with someone! A warm welcome awaits either way! There is always a spare seat at the table so come and make some new friends!
It continues to grow each week and we are now seeing lots of regulars! We don't check your age, if you want to join please come along!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 310136
🗓 WHEN?
▪️Every Tuesday between 12pm - 2pm
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Grab a meal and a hot drink for just £7.95 and some company! If you haven't been before - it's an absolute bargain!
Meals vary each week and you can pick from three options!
Come on your own or with someone! A warm welcome awaits either way! There is always a spare seat at the table so come and make some new friends!
It continues to grow each week and we are now seeing lots of regulars! We don't check your age, if you want to join please come along!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 310136
🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Tuesday 21 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:30
🌸 An affordable zoo at Johnsons of Old Hurst in Huntingdon.
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10 am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10 am to 4.30pm
Last entry is 30 minutes before closing time.
🐊 Please note, our tropical house will close 30 minutes prior to the zoo closing.
WHAT TO EXPECT
✅️ Zoo animals
✅️ Play park onsite
✅️ Restaurant
✅️ Tea room
✅️ Farm shop
🐶 DOGS
For all you dog lovers and owners... yes! we do accept dogs at Johnsons, though we ask for you to keep them on a lead at all times.
🥪 NO PICNICS ALLOWED
To maintain affordable zoo prices and ensure the well-being of our animals, we encourage customers to dine in our tea room or steakhouse during their visit. Keeping our zoo prices low is essential to make it accessible to families with lower incomes.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
We strive to be wheelchair accessible. We provide disabled parking next to our farm shop and in front of the steakhouse entrance. Accessible toilets are available in both the steakhouse and tea room. Additionally, we have gravel paths throughout our zoo and woodland walk to facilitate wheelchair access.
💷 PAY AT THE DOOR - NO BOOKING REQUIRED (CASH OR CARD)
▪️Adult: £6.50
▪️Child: £5.50
▪️3 & under go free
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01487 824658
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🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford Farm
Tuesday 21 July 2026
Time: 09:00 - 17:00
🐷 Knotts of Tempsford Farm, Bedfordshire is free entry to visit, with lots of things to see and do this Summer 2026!
🗓 SUMMER HOLIDAY OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday-Saturday: 9am - 5pm
▪️Sunday: 10am - 4pm
✅️ Free Entry
✅️ Face painting
✅️ Muddy Mound Play
✅️ Free Go Kart Play
✅️ Cafe
✅️ Farm Shop
✅️ Animal Encounters
(Booking & charges apply)
🍔 CAFE OPENING TIMES
Our Farmers Café is open 10am - 3pm serving hot food and drinks.
❓️FAQS
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01767 669376
🗓 SUMMER HOLIDAY OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday-Saturday: 9am - 5pm
▪️Sunday: 10am - 4pm
✅️ Free Entry
✅️ Face painting
✅️ Muddy Mound Play
✅️ Free Go Kart Play
✅️ Cafe
✅️ Farm Shop
✅️ Animal Encounters
(Booking & charges apply)
🍔 CAFE OPENING TIMES
Our Farmers Café is open 10am - 3pm serving hot food and drinks.
❓️FAQS
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
☎️ Phone: 01767 669376
📧 Email: shop@knottsoftempsford.co.uk
🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Tuesday 21 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🚣♂️ Row a dragon boating at Longholme Lake in Bedford this Summer half term 2026.
🗓 SUMMER HALF TERM DATES 2026
▪️Open Monday - Sunday
▪️Book between 10am - 2.45pm
▪️Weather permitting
👨👩👧 AGE:
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. Children under 12 years only must wear a life vest, provided. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16.
🗓 SUMMER HALF TERM DATES 2026
▪️Open Monday - Sunday
▪️Book between 10am - 2.45pm
▪️Weather permitting
👨👩👧 AGE:
All riders need to be 12 months or older to board. Children under 12 years only must wear a life vest, provided. To hire a boat on your own, you need to be over the age of 16.
Riders under the age of 16 must have consent given by a guardian who is with them. Said guardian will need to sign the hire agreement.
▪️HOW MANY PEOPLE PER BOAT?
4 people per boat, this number includes infants & smaller children.
🐶 ARE DOGS ALLOWED?
Yes. Please clean up any hair and other dog related 'mess' before you get back to the jetty. Be sure you keep your dog on a lead for the duration of your hire. Wildlife such as swans have priority and should not be distressed by dogs. Life jackets for dogs are not available.
💳 DEPOSIT
A £10 deposit is required in addition on all tariffs. Dont be late back, damage or dirty the boat. Management reserve the right to decline boat hire without reason.
🎟 WALK IN PRICES
▪️30 minute hire: £20
▪️45 minute hire: £25
▪️60 minute hire: £30
🎫 PRE-BOOK PRICES - SAVE 25%
For the best rates, book direct and save 25% off walk in rates by booking on the website via the event link.
☕️ CAFÉ ONSITE - Click here for information about the Lakeside Kitchen. Dogs welcome.
🅿️ FIND US
Park for free on The Embankment for up-to 2 hours, The Embankment, Bedford, MK40 3QF. Alternative parking is available at Mill Meadows car park south of us, accessible via Longholme Way / Cardington Road roundabout. Access to the cafe is on foot / bike only. The route is step free and considered accessible by many.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 Email: hello@thelongholme.com
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🌺 The Walled Garden Open Day 2026
Wednesday 22 July 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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🚘 Monthly Classic Car Show 2026 - Leighton Buzzard Rugby Football Club
Time: 18:30
🚗 Join fellow enthusiasts at Leighton Buzzard Rugby Football Club for another relaxed monthly classic car show in Bedfordshire.
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
Whether you’re bringing along your pride and joy or just popping down for a browse, it’s a great midweek meet with a friendly local atmosphere.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Wednesday 13th May
▪️Wednesday 10th June
▪️Wednesday 22nd July
▪️Wednesday 12th August
▪️Wednesday 9th September
▪️Wednesday 7th October
🕡 6.30PM START TIMES
Gives most people enough time to get home from work and head on down, making this a perfect evening meet for locals and visitors alike.
🍔 HOT FOOD, LICENSED BAR, ICE CREAM VAN
Providing meets are popular, hot food will be available on the nights. The bar is always open and the ice cream van does the rounds, so there’s plenty to keep everyone happy while you enjoy the cars.
✅️ PLENTY OF PARKING
This means the event can welcome vehicles of all shapes and sizes 👀 so expect a great mix on the night.
🐕 FOUR LEGGED FRIENDS WELCOME
Dogs are welcome, providing pets are kept off the pitches/grass and are cleaned up after.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 371322
🎟 FREE ENTRY!
Whether you’re bringing along your pride and joy or just popping down for a browse, it’s a great midweek meet with a friendly local atmosphere.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Wednesday 13th May
▪️Wednesday 10th June
▪️Wednesday 22nd July
▪️Wednesday 12th August
▪️Wednesday 9th September
▪️Wednesday 7th October
🕡 6.30PM START TIMES
Gives most people enough time to get home from work and head on down, making this a perfect evening meet for locals and visitors alike.
🍔 HOT FOOD, LICENSED BAR, ICE CREAM VAN
Providing meets are popular, hot food will be available on the nights. The bar is always open and the ice cream van does the rounds, so there’s plenty to keep everyone happy while you enjoy the cars.
✅️ PLENTY OF PARKING
This means the event can welcome vehicles of all shapes and sizes 👀 so expect a great mix on the night.
🐕 FOUR LEGGED FRIENDS WELCOME
Dogs are welcome, providing pets are kept off the pitches/grass and are cleaned up after.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01525 371322
🚂 Summerfield Miniature Railway 2026 - Haynes
Wednesday 22 July 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
🚂 Summerfields’ Miniature Railways system, is located in the open countryside near Haynes. The railways (there are three track systems at the Summerfields’ site) are a popular visitor destination for children and parents alike.
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
At Hammer Hill you will have the option of taking a ride on two more of our railways - The Springfield Line from platform 2 and The Winterfield Line from platform 3 - tickets for both are sold at Hammer Hill.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
🕥 TIMES
Trains depart Haynes End between 10:30 and 15:45 (approx.), trains leaving Haynes End after 15:45 will not stop at Hammer Hill. We close at 16:00.
🛤 JOURNEY INFORMATION
The Summerfield Line will take you between Haynes End Station and Hammer Hill Station.
At Hammer Hill you will have the option of taking a ride on two more of our railways - The Springfield Line from platform 2 and The Winterfield Line from platform 3 - tickets for both are sold at Hammer Hill.
🥪 FOOD & DRINK
The picnic area at Hammer Hill will also be open for you to use, from where you will be able to watch the Garden Line in operation.
ℹ️ 🌧 IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Except where indicated you do not need to book in advance, merely "turn-up and go". The operation of all railways is subject to the availability of volunteers to run them and the prevailing weather conditions. We do try to run even when the weather is not at its best, but will have to cease operations should conditions dictate.
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Summerfields Railway (return ticket from Haynes End to Hammer Hill): £3.00
▪️Springfield Line: £2.00
▪️Winterfield Line (the raised track): £2.00
Card payment is preferred but we do still accept real money!
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 07498 869902
📧 Email: Click here
📘 Facebook: Summer Fields Miniature Railways
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Wednesday 22 July 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
⛱️ Our ever popular beach will be back on the Market Place, Hitchin for 6 weeks during the summer holidays! Running from 20th July until 31st August 2026, 10am until 4pm!
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Sands, buckets and spades, music and deck chairs will turn this part of Hitchin into the seaside!
🎨 THURSDAY'S IN AUGUST 2026
Also, every Thursday in August, Cutie Mark Face Painting, will be there to add to the fun atmosphere (they accept both cash and cards).
📖 FRIDAY'S IN JULY & AUGUST 2026
We have an exciting addition to this year’s Hitchin Beach. Please join us for our free Hitchin Beach Time Stories sessions every Friday morning!
These interactive story sessions are perfect for pre-school children to enjoy with their parent/carer and will be delivered by the wonderful teams from Hitchin Library and Next Page Books.
The beach is supported by Brookers and Sponsored by Cloud Nine Baby and The Puppet Company.
💦 WHAT ELSE TO DO?
There is a Free Splash Park & play park at Bancroft Recreation Ground, Hitchin.
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