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⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Friday 14 August 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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🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Friday 14 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🌸 An affordable zoo at Johnsons of Old Hurst in Huntingdon.
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am 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: 10am 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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🎉 Schools Out Bounce Fridays! - The Kings Reach
Friday 14 August 2026
Time: 16:00 - 20:00
🎉 Looking for a fun way to kick off the weekend? We’ve got you covered at The King's Reach, Biggleswade 4pm - 8pm.
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 17th July
▪️Friday 31st July
▪️Friday 14th August
▪️Friday 21st August
▪️Friday 28th August
🏰 EVENT DETAILS
FREE bouncy castles with A. T Amusements.
Perfect for the kids, stress-free for the grown-ups. Grab a drink, let the little ones burn off some energy, and enjoy a proper family Friday.
😋 FEELING HUNGRY?
Check the menu on the website here.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 667000
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 17th July
▪️Friday 31st July
▪️Friday 14th August
▪️Friday 21st August
▪️Friday 28th August
🏰 EVENT DETAILS
FREE bouncy castles with A. T Amusements.
Perfect for the kids, stress-free for the grown-ups. Grab a drink, let the little ones burn off some energy, and enjoy a proper family Friday.
😋 FEELING HUNGRY?
Check the menu on the website here.
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01767 667000
🏕 Big Camp 2026 - Dunstable Downs
Time: 12:00 Price: £110.00
🏕 Big Camp is the perfect family adventure, offering you the rare opportunity to pitch your tent and camp overnight at the highest point in Bedfordshire - Dunstable Downs.
🗓 2026 DATE
Friday 14 August – Sunday 16 August 2026. Entry 12pm-3pm on Friday. Exit by 2pm on Sunday.
🌌 WHAT TO EXPECT
Spend the weekend exploring the beautiful, rolling landscape and losing yourself in the vast night-time skies.
🗓 2026 DATE
Friday 14 August – Sunday 16 August 2026. Entry 12pm-3pm on Friday. Exit by 2pm on Sunday.
🌌 WHAT TO EXPECT
Spend the weekend exploring the beautiful, rolling landscape and losing yourself in the vast night-time skies.
You can also expect camp fires with marshmallows and stories, sunset walks, nature arts and crafts, and lots of other outdoor games and activities. All included with your pitch ticket!
And don't worry, there will be plenty of downtime for you and the kids to make your own fun, and our food outlet will be open to purchase food and beverages.
For those who wish to bring their own, a designated BBQ area will be available for you to cook dinner.
⛺️ CAMPING INFO
Tents only please. As with previous year's, we aren't able to provide showers, so please bring a flannel. A suggested kit list and welcome pack will be sent out the week before.
ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFO
Toilets and drinking water will be available on the campsite. Only one dog per pitch permitted, to be kept under close control at all times. At 6.00pm gates into Dunstable Downs will be locked so no cars will be able to enter or leave after this point.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible to all. Please get in touch to discuss any specific accessibility needs.
⛺️ CAMPING INFO
Tents only please. As with previous year's, we aren't able to provide showers, so please bring a flannel. A suggested kit list and welcome pack will be sent out the week before.
ℹ️ IMPORTANT INFO
Toilets and drinking water will be available on the campsite. Only one dog per pitch permitted, to be kept under close control at all times. At 6.00pm gates into Dunstable Downs will be locked so no cars will be able to enter or leave after this point.
♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
Accessible to all. Please get in touch to discuss any specific accessibility needs.
💳 CAMPING COST
£110 per pitch for up to 2 adults and 3 children. A pitch can have up to 8 people, but there is a £5 charge for each extra person once the number of people has exceeded 5. Under 5s go free. Booking is essential.
ℹ️ BOOKING LINE
☎️ Phone: 0344 249 1895
☎️ Phone: 0344 249 1895
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🤹♂️ Ampthill Arts Jam presents: Tit for Tat Circus - Ampthill Great Park
Friday 14 August 2026
Time: 12:30 - 17:30
🤹♂️ Tit for Tat Circus presents: Now I Am Become d/Deaf (Destroyer of Words).
Held at Ampthill Great Park on Friday 14th August 2026 held at the Green Space above the performance area. No need to book, just turn up. Free entry.
▪️AGES: For all ages
🕧 SESSION TIMES:
▪️12:30pm
▪️5:00pm
🤹♂️ EVENT DETAILS
Words, words words… What if we just forgot language for a moment? Join Tit for Tat Circus and immerse yourself in a chaotic world where even the loudest actions are lost in translation.
Packed with laugh-out-loud moments and jaw-dropping circus skills this fun-filled visual spectacle is not to be missed!
✅️ ENTRY COST: FREE
No booking required, just turn up.
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Please note: Ampthill Park car park will be closed from 2pm onwards for Ampthill EAT Feast.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: daisy@fullhouse.org.uk
☎️ Phone: 01525 630783
Held at Ampthill Great Park on Friday 14th August 2026 held at the Green Space above the performance area. No need to book, just turn up. Free entry.
▪️AGES: For all ages
🕧 SESSION TIMES:
▪️12:30pm
▪️5:00pm
🤹♂️ EVENT DETAILS
Words, words words… What if we just forgot language for a moment? Join Tit for Tat Circus and immerse yourself in a chaotic world where even the loudest actions are lost in translation.
Packed with laugh-out-loud moments and jaw-dropping circus skills this fun-filled visual spectacle is not to be missed!
✅️ ENTRY COST: FREE
No booking required, just turn up.
🅿️ PARKING INFORMATION
Please note: Ampthill Park car park will be closed from 2pm onwards for Ampthill EAT Feast.
ℹ️ ENQUIRIES
📧 Email: daisy@fullhouse.org.uk
☎️ Phone: 01525 630783
🐷 Free Entry Farm - Knotts of Tempsford
Friday 14 August 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
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🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Friday 14 August 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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🤹♂️ Tit for Tat Circus presents: Now I am Become d/Deaf (Destroyer of Words) - Ampthill
Friday 14 August 2026
Time: 12:30 - 17:30
🤹♂️ Words, words, words… What if we just forgot language for a moment?
🕧 SESSION TIMES:
▪️12:30pm - 1:00PM
▪️5:00pm - 5:30PM
🤩 EVENT DETAILS
Join Tit for Tat Circus at Ampthill Park on Friday 13th August 2026, and immerse yourself in a chaotic world where even the loudest actions are lost in translation. Packed with laugh-out-loud moments and jaw-dropping circus skills, this fun-filled visual spectacle is not to be missed!
✅️ FREE ENTRY
No booking required, just turn up!
❗️PARKING INFORMATION
▪️Please note: Ampthill Park car park will be closed from 2pm onwards for Ampthill EAT Feast.
🕧 SESSION TIMES:
▪️12:30pm - 1:00PM
▪️5:00pm - 5:30PM
🤩 EVENT DETAILS
Join Tit for Tat Circus at Ampthill Park on Friday 13th August 2026, and immerse yourself in a chaotic world where even the loudest actions are lost in translation. Packed with laugh-out-loud moments and jaw-dropping circus skills, this fun-filled visual spectacle is not to be missed!
✅️ FREE ENTRY
No booking required, just turn up!
❗️PARKING INFORMATION
▪️Please note: Ampthill Park car park will be closed from 2pm onwards for Ampthill EAT Feast.
🚂 Day Out With Thomas 2026 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Saturday 15 August 2026
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🚂 Thomas & Friends™ are back at The Buckingshire Railway Centre this 2026 with the Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour! All Aboard for a Rockin’ Good Time!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 3 April
▪️Saturday 4 April
▪️Sunday 24 May
▪️Monday 25 May
▪️Saturday 15 August
▪️Sunday 16 August
▪️Saturday 17 October
▪️Sunday 18 October
🕥 TIMES:
We are open from 10.30am until 5pm and Thomas runs short train rides all day long, approx. every 20 minutes from 11am-4.30pm (with a break for lunch).
🚂💨 EVENT DETAILS
Hop onboard a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, also ride with either Percy or Mavis and say hi to Trevor the Traction Engine! Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytime and singalongs with him and Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty that’ll have the whole family dancing.
Enjoy a traction engine trailer ride, watch the exciting live shows, join in the Thomas & Friends character hunt, have fun with the garden games and keep the beat going in the Music Corner packed with music-inspired fun, plus so much more!
You can also ride our miniature railway, watch the model trains, wander the site and enjoy the tea cup rides – there so much to see and do ALL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFORMATION:
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Family of 3 (1 adult & 2 children): £43.20
▪️Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children: £63.72.l
▪️Adult: £20.90
▪️Child 2-17: £16.50
▪️Child Under 2: £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 3 April
▪️Saturday 4 April
▪️Sunday 24 May
▪️Monday 25 May
▪️Saturday 15 August
▪️Sunday 16 August
▪️Saturday 17 October
▪️Sunday 18 October
🕥 TIMES:
We are open from 10.30am until 5pm and Thomas runs short train rides all day long, approx. every 20 minutes from 11am-4.30pm (with a break for lunch).
🚂💨 EVENT DETAILS
Hop onboard a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, also ride with either Percy or Mavis and say hi to Trevor the Traction Engine! Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytime and singalongs with him and Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty that’ll have the whole family dancing.
Enjoy a traction engine trailer ride, watch the exciting live shows, join in the Thomas & Friends character hunt, have fun with the garden games and keep the beat going in the Music Corner packed with music-inspired fun, plus so much more!
You can also ride our miniature railway, watch the model trains, wander the site and enjoy the tea cup rides – there so much to see and do ALL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFORMATION:
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Family of 3 (1 adult & 2 children): £43.20
▪️Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children: £63.72.l
▪️Adult: £20.90
▪️Child 2-17: £16.50
▪️Child Under 2: £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
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⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Saturday 15 August 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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🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Saturday 15 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🌸 An affordable zoo at Johnsons of Old Hurst in Huntingdon.
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 10am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am 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: 10am 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
Saturday 15 August 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
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🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Saturday 15 August 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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🛶 Berkhamsted Floating Market - August 2026
Saturday 15 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 17:00
🛶 Get ready! The RCTA Floating Market is dropping anchor in the heart of Berkhamsted. For one weekend only, the Grand Union Canal will be transformed into a floating high street filled with colour, creativity, and charm.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 15th August: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 16th August: 10am - 5pm
📍 WHERE?
Grand Union Canal Tow Path
Between Bridge 141 (Crystal Palace) & Lock 54 (the Boat Inn) Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
▪️Postcode: HP4 2EZ
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✨ WHAT TO EXPECT
Whether you’re a history buff, a shopping lover, or looking for a fun family stroll, this is the place to be!
Discover something special, our unique Narrowboats and Widebeams will be laden with hand-crafted treasures you won't find anywhere else:
💎 Mystic & Magic: Sparkling crystals and spiritual finds.
🎨 Artisan Goods: Quirky artwork and fabulous handmade work.
🎁 Unique Gifts: One-of-a-kind treasures and canal-side crafts.
😋 Culinary Delights: Tasty treats to enjoy as you explore the water’s edge.
🌿 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
A Perfect Family Day Out
Make the most of your visit to historic Berkhamsted! After browsing the boats, why not:
Explore the Castle: Visit Berkhamsted Castle, one of England’s oldest motte-and-bailey castles, just a short walk away.
Enjoy the Town: Wander through the town's independent shops, cosy cafes, and family-friendly pubs.
Scenic Strolls: Take a leisurely walk along the beautiful historic towpaths that once linked the town’s trade directly to London.
Local Tip: The market is conveniently located right near Waitrose, making it easy to park and access the towpath for a wonderful afternoon by the water.
🗓 2026 DATES & TIMES
▪️Saturday 15th August: 10am - 5pm
▪️Sunday 16th August: 10am - 5pm
📍 WHERE?
Grand Union Canal Tow Path
Between Bridge 141 (Crystal Palace) & Lock 54 (the Boat Inn) Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire
▪️Postcode: HP4 2EZ
▪️W3W ///stilted.lost.outbid
✨ WHAT TO EXPECT
Whether you’re a history buff, a shopping lover, or looking for a fun family stroll, this is the place to be!
Discover something special, our unique Narrowboats and Widebeams will be laden with hand-crafted treasures you won't find anywhere else:
💎 Mystic & Magic: Sparkling crystals and spiritual finds.
🎨 Artisan Goods: Quirky artwork and fabulous handmade work.
🎁 Unique Gifts: One-of-a-kind treasures and canal-side crafts.
😋 Culinary Delights: Tasty treats to enjoy as you explore the water’s edge.
🌿 WHAT ELSE CAN I DO?
A Perfect Family Day Out
Make the most of your visit to historic Berkhamsted! After browsing the boats, why not:
Explore the Castle: Visit Berkhamsted Castle, one of England’s oldest motte-and-bailey castles, just a short walk away.
Enjoy the Town: Wander through the town's independent shops, cosy cafes, and family-friendly pubs.
Scenic Strolls: Take a leisurely walk along the beautiful historic towpaths that once linked the town’s trade directly to London.
Local Tip: The market is conveniently located right near Waitrose, making it easy to park and access the towpath for a wonderful afternoon by the water.
🚂 Day Out With Thomas 2026 - Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:30 - 17:00
🚂 Thomas & Friends™ are back at The Buckingshire Railway Centre this 2026 with the Let’s Rock, Let’s Roll Tour! All Aboard for a Rockin’ Good Time!
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 3 April
▪️Saturday 4 April
▪️Sunday 24 May
▪️Monday 25 May
▪️Saturday 15 August
▪️Sunday 16 August
▪️Saturday 17 October
▪️Sunday 18 October
🕥 TIMES:
We are open from 10.30am until 5pm and Thomas runs short train rides all day long, approx. every 20 minutes from 11am-4.30pm (with a break for lunch).
🚂💨 EVENT DETAILS
Hop onboard a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, also ride with either Percy or Mavis and say hi to Trevor the Traction Engine! Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytime and singalongs with him and Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty that’ll have the whole family dancing.
Enjoy a traction engine trailer ride, watch the exciting live shows, join in the Thomas & Friends character hunt, have fun with the garden games and keep the beat going in the Music Corner packed with music-inspired fun, plus so much more!
You can also ride our miniature railway, watch the model trains, wander the site and enjoy the tea cup rides – there so much to see and do ALL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFORMATION:
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Family of 3 (1 adult & 2 children): £43.20
▪️Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children: £63.72.l
▪️Adult: £20.90
▪️Child 2-17: £16.50
▪️Child Under 2: £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
🗓 2026 DATES
▪️Friday 3 April
▪️Saturday 4 April
▪️Sunday 24 May
▪️Monday 25 May
▪️Saturday 15 August
▪️Sunday 16 August
▪️Saturday 17 October
▪️Sunday 18 October
🕥 TIMES:
We are open from 10.30am until 5pm and Thomas runs short train rides all day long, approx. every 20 minutes from 11am-4.30pm (with a break for lunch).
🚂💨 EVENT DETAILS
Hop onboard a train ride with Thomas, a REAL steam engine, also ride with either Percy or Mavis and say hi to Trevor the Traction Engine! Meet Sir Topham Hatt and enjoy storytime and singalongs with him and Sodor Station Sweepers Rusty & Dusty that’ll have the whole family dancing.
Enjoy a traction engine trailer ride, watch the exciting live shows, join in the Thomas & Friends character hunt, have fun with the garden games and keep the beat going in the Music Corner packed with music-inspired fun, plus so much more!
You can also ride our miniature railway, watch the model trains, wander the site and enjoy the tea cup rides – there so much to see and do ALL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE!
ℹ️ ACCESSIBILITY & DOG INFORMATION:
Click here
🎟 TICKET COST:
▪️Family of 3 (1 adult & 2 children): £43.20
▪️Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 children: £63.72.l
▪️Adult: £20.90
▪️Child 2-17: £16.50
▪️Child Under 2: £0.00
ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01296 655720
📧 Email: office@bucksrailcentre.org
⛱️ Hitchin Beach 2026
Sunday 16 August 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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🦁 Johnsons of Old Hurst Zoo (An affordable zoo)
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 16:30
🌸 An affordable zoo at Johnsons of Old Hurst in Huntingdon.
🕙 OPENING TIMES
▪️Tuesday - Friday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am 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: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Saturday: 9am to 5.30pm
▪️Sunday: 10am 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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🚘 Billington Car Boot Sale 2026
Sunday 16 August 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.
🚣♂️ Dragon Boat Hire 2026 - Longholme Lake, Bedford
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:00 - 15:00
🚣♂️ Row a dragon boat 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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✈️ Twinwood Aviation Museum 2026 - Clapham
Sunday 16 August 2026
Time: 10:30 - 16:00
✈️ The museum is open on Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays only, from the first Sunday in May to the last Sunday in September 2026.
ℹ️ ABOUT
An aviation museum covering the second World War and World War 1 with displays on the RAF and 8th USAAF. Located in the restored Watch Office (Control Tower), the museum showcases a comprehensive collection of photographs documenting Glenn Millers time in the UK.
▪️THE UPPER FLOOR
The upper floor has been meticulously restored to its original wartime configuration, reflecting its history as a RAF night fighter training school. The museum also features an Aviation Museum, boasting an impressive array of artifacts recovered from wartime crash sites, as well as uniforms and memorabilia from World War 2.
We also have a special exhibition on World War 1.
▪️HOME FRONT MUSEUM
Our Home Front display transports visitors back to the 1940's with a recreated street scene and living room.
Additionally, the museum is home to a faithfully reproduced wartime fire station, complete with authentic firefighting equipment. The former armoury houses a unique collection of British and Axis uniforms, equipment, and vehicles including a restored 1/4 scale ME 109 fighter.
▪️SMALL TOY MUSEUM
Our small Toy Museum features a working H0.00 model railway and a selection of
vintage toys.
🐶 DOG INFORMATION
Dogs are most welcome on a lead.
☕️ TEA ROOM
The NAAFI Tea Room, will be open , serving hot and cold beverages, cakes and snacks during operating hours.
🗺 A WARNING ABOUT SAT NAV’S
The crucial thing to remember is that you can only access the museum via Twinwood Road, which in turn can only be accessed from a roundabout on Milton Road in the village of Clapham.
Please study a traditional map before setting off, and do not blindly trust your sat nav! The only truly reliable way to get your Sat Nav behaving nicely is to input these
latitude/Longitude numbers:
N52.1692492 W0.5049295.
These co-ordinates will take you to the Milton Road/Twinwood Road roundabout, and from there up to the Twinwood Road for just over ½ mile and you will see the museum entrance on the right.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire Facebook post to give you an idea of what to expect.
🎟 TICKET COST - PAY ON ENTRY
▪️Adults: £5
▪️Children Under 16: Free
An aviation museum covering the second World War and World War 1 with displays on the RAF and 8th USAAF. Located in the restored Watch Office (Control Tower), the museum showcases a comprehensive collection of photographs documenting Glenn Millers time in the UK.
▪️THE UPPER FLOOR
The upper floor has been meticulously restored to its original wartime configuration, reflecting its history as a RAF night fighter training school. The museum also features an Aviation Museum, boasting an impressive array of artifacts recovered from wartime crash sites, as well as uniforms and memorabilia from World War 2.
We also have a special exhibition on World War 1.
▪️HOME FRONT MUSEUM
Our Home Front display transports visitors back to the 1940's with a recreated street scene and living room.
Additionally, the museum is home to a faithfully reproduced wartime fire station, complete with authentic firefighting equipment. The former armoury houses a unique collection of British and Axis uniforms, equipment, and vehicles including a restored 1/4 scale ME 109 fighter.
▪️SMALL TOY MUSEUM
Our small Toy Museum features a working H0.00 model railway and a selection of
vintage toys.
🐶 DOG INFORMATION
Dogs are most welcome on a lead.
☕️ TEA ROOM
The NAAFI Tea Room, will be open , serving hot and cold beverages, cakes and snacks during operating hours.
🗺 A WARNING ABOUT SAT NAV’S
The crucial thing to remember is that you can only access the museum via Twinwood Road, which in turn can only be accessed from a roundabout on Milton Road in the village of Clapham.
Please study a traditional map before setting off, and do not blindly trust your sat nav! The only truly reliable way to get your Sat Nav behaving nicely is to input these
latitude/Longitude numbers:
N52.1692492 W0.5049295.
These co-ordinates will take you to the Milton Road/Twinwood Road roundabout, and from there up to the Twinwood Road for just over ½ mile and you will see the museum entrance on the right.
👀 HAVEN'T BEEN BEFORE?
Check out Whatsup Bedfordshire Facebook post to give you an idea of what to expect.
🎟 TICKET COST - PAY ON ENTRY
▪️Adults: £5
▪️Children Under 16: Free
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