Friday 18 July (22)

🪐 Unlocking the Secrets of Space - Milton Keynes (free but booking recommended)


Time: 19:00

🪐 Discover the groundbreaking space research happening at the Open University. Engage with a panel of space experts, ask your burning questions, and explore the future of space exploration right here in Milton Keynes.

▪️AGE: Suitable for ages 16+
▪️LOCATION: The Berrill Building, Open University, Milton Keynes

🎟 FREE BOOKING
You can book for free via the event link.

♿️ ACCESS BOOKINGS
Access Bookings for some performances are not available online, please contact a member of our Box Office Team on:
01908 280800 or email boxoffice@stables.org in order to book or to advise of any additional requirements you may have.

🎭 Outdoor Theatre, The Tempest - Wimpole Estate, Cambridgeshire


Time: 19:00 - 21:00

🎭 Having developed a reputation for producing first-rate, critically-acclaimed, and highly accessible adaptations of Shakespeare’s work, Immersion Theatre – a multi-award nominated company proudly presents The Tempest; Shakespeare’s unforgettable tale of magic, romance, comedy, and revenge!

▪️AGES: 8+


🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
With heaps of audience participation, this mesmerising show will be brought to life in unforgettable style, perfect for both, seasoned theatre-goers and newcomers to Shakespeare’s work. Not to be missed!

📍MEETING POINT
Visitor Welcome Centre

🐶 DOGS
Dogs on lead are welcome at this event. Please check individual listings as not all evening events are suitable for dogs.

♿️ ACCESSIBILITY
The event is approx. 200m from the car park, along a flat, wheelchair friendly path, then into a grass field. There will be accessible toilet facilities on-site. Please speak to the stewards if you require any assistance.

🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Adult: £20.00
▪️Child Under 16s: £14.00
▪️Family, 2 adults & 2 children: £58.00

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
ℹ️ Booking details:
0344 249 1895
☎️ Phone: 01223 206000
📧 Email: wimpolehall@nationaltrust.org.uk

🤸‍♂️ NoFit State: Bamboo - Free circus event, Milton Keynes


Time: 17:00

🤸‍♂️ BAMBOO is a breathtaking outdoor circus show using only bamboo and human bodies performing in Milton Keynes.

🗓 2025 DATES/TIMES & LOCATION

📍 LOCATION: Festival Central, Campbell Park, MK9 4AT

▪️Friday 18th July - 5pm
▪️Saturday 19th July - 12:15pm & 3:15pm

📍LOCATION: Queen's Court, centre:mk,
MK9 3EP

▪️Sunday 19th July - 12pm & 3pm

🤩 EVENT DETAILS
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family Friendly
🌳 Outdoor Event
🔇 No Speech

🤸‍♂️ WHAT TO EXPECT
The performers arrive at an empty stage, bringing with them bundles of sticks which unfold like giant trellises and form into towering sculptures six metres high.

The whole show becomes an animated circus installation with moments of beauty and poignancy, impressive feats of strength and agility and elements of physical comedy.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👧 AGE SUITABILITY
▪️Suitable for age 3+
▪️Under-16s must be accompanied by an adult

♿️ ACCESS FACILITIES
✅️ Assistance dogs welcome
✅️ Drop off & pick up point
✅️ Wheelchair viewing area available 
✅️ Wheelchair accessible 

🥂 Moreteyne Manor - Bar is open!


Time: 18:30

🥂 The beautiful Marston Moreteyne Manor has selected dates when the bar will be open from 6:30pm.

🗓 2025 JULY/AUGUST OPEN DATES
▪️
Thursday 3rd July
▪️Thursday 10th July
▪️Thursday 17th July
▪️Friday 18th July
▪️Thursday 24th July
▪️Thursday 31st July
▪️Friday 1st August

ℹ️ BOOKING ENQUIRIES/CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone:
01234 767003
📧 Email:
dining@moreteynemanor.co.uk
📘 Facebook:
Moreteyne Manor

🎊 End of Term Drinks at The Lowndes Arms, Whaddon


Time: 16:00

🎉 END OF TERM DRINKS! 🎉
Friday 18th July 2025 at The Lowndes Arms In the Garden from 4pm. Join us for a fun-filled afternoon to celebrate the end of term!


WHAT TO EXPECT
🍹 Drinks for grown-ups
🧃 Soft drinks for kids
🎈 Games • Music • Laughter • Sunshine (hopefully!)

✨ Bring your friends, your kids, your sunshine vibes – Let’s kick off the holidays in style!

☎️ CONTACT NUMBER: 01908 990334

Saturday 19 July (36)

🎧 SHIVA FLITFEST 2025 AT WOBURN FARM


Time: 14:00 - 23:00

🎊 SHIVA FLITFEST ARE BRINGING THEIR DANCE MUSIC FESTIVAL BACK FOR 2025 AND TO A NEW VENUE - WOBURN FARM! (BETWEEN FLITWICK & MILLBROOK, BEDFORDSHIRE)

▪️AGE:
18 & over
▪️LAST ENTRY: 7pm

😎 WHAT TO EXPECT

Expect the best in HOUSE, TECH and DNB!

🎧 HOUSE & TECH ARENA
▪️Headliner - DJ Slipmatt!
▪️In Support - 
  • ✨️Hansel & Gretel
  • ✨️Saya
  • ✨️Robbie Garooba
  • ✨️Aaron James B2B Mo Ya No
  • ✨️Carly Cheadle
  • ✨️Connor Mac  
  • ✨️Johnny G 
  • ✨️Paul Woolf

🎧 DRUM & BASE ARENA
▪️Headliner - Mampi Swift & MC Bruno Balanta!
▪️In Support - 
  • ⭐️Marvelous Cain and Twin FX/D Man
  • ⭐️Miss Represent
  • ⭐️Baratone
  • ⭐️Dain 
  • ⭐️Kalia  
  • ⭐️Robz B2B Frantic
  • ⭐️Comp Winner

🎶 HOUSE, TECH, MINIMAL GARAGE AND DRUM & BASS!!!!

🌐 Link to socials - https://www.instagram.com/_shiva_events/?hl=en

ℹ️ REFUND INFORMATION

No refunds to be given unless event is cancelled.

🎟 TICKET PRICES
(Book tickets via the event link)
💥 Super Early Bird:
£23.95 - 📢 SOLD OUT
💥 Early Bird: £27.50 
▪️ General Release: £32.50 
▪️ Final Release: £39.95
(+ £1.95 booking fee)

🎤 Forever - The Abba Tribute Live In Concert - Bedford


Time: 19:30 - 22:00 Price: £28.50

🎤 ABBA Forever - The Ultimate Live ABBA Experience tribute live in concert performed by a seven-piece band featuring electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards, piano, drums, and bass.

🎶 ABOUT
Recognised as one of the finest live recreations of ABBA in concert, ABBA Forever has thrilled theatre audiences worldwide with their spectacular tribute to the legendary Swedish pop supergroup.

WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️Incredible attention to detail,
✨️Seven-piece band
✨️Beautiful harmonies,
✨️Dynamic choreography,
✨️Authentic costumes,
✨️And an all-live performance packed with energy, humour, and all your favourite ABBA hits.
From "Dancing Queen" to "Mamma Mia", "Waterloo" to "Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!", this is a feel-good show that guarantees to get you singing, dancing, and smiling all the way back to the 70s!

🎟 TICKET PRICE: £28.50

♿️ WHEELCHAIR & TELEPHONE BOOKINGS PLEASE PHONE:

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS:
☎️ 01234 718 044

💃 POP Princesses WORLD TOUR 2025! At Bedford Corn Exchange


Time: 13:00 Price: £21.45

👸 BRAND NEW SHOW FOR 2025, POP PRINCESSES–WORLD TOUR
The All-New Show! A Magical show where beautiful Princesses become Pop Stars.


▪️DOORS OPEN: 12:30PM
▪️SHOW STARTS: 13:00PM

💃 WHAT TO EXPECT
They just love to sing! It’s the perfect mix! This is the children’s pop concert with a big difference.

The four fabulous Fairytale Princesses are back, and this time they are on their first World Tour!

Come and join them on this epic around-the-globe show.

🎶 WHAT MUSIC?
Featuring a soundtrack of top pop hits from artists such as Taylor Swift. Meghan Trainor and Miley Cyrus, Dua Lipa and Lizzo, plus a few of the best songs from all your favourite Films and Musicals.

The Pop Princesses are embarking on their biggest adventure yet. Join the fun as the Princesses go International!

♿️ WHEELCHAIR & TELEPHONE BOOKINGS PLEASE PHONE:
☎️ 01234 718044

🎟 TICKET COST - £21.45
All orders for chargeable events will be subject to a transaction fee of £3.50. You can purchase tickets via the event link.

💋 Sandy flaps big brunch 2025! At The White Swan in Dunstable


Time: 14:00 - 19:00 Price: £40.00

💋 Sandy flaps big brunch at The White Swan in Dunstable! This event will be tickets only and held in our garden.

WHAT TO EXPECT
We give you an afternoon of pure fun:
🔥With our one and only Sandy flaps
🔥Games
🔥Drinks & dancing

🍹DRINKS
With bottomless cocktails  between 3-6pm obvs poured by our butler in the buff!

😋 FOOD
Tasty nibble bowls full of delights to soak up those tails.

🎧 MUSIC
DJ ELLA ROSE

🎟 TICKET PRICE
£40 per person - will get you your bottomless deals & food.

✅️ HOW TO BOOK
To hold you places please message us on WhatsApp to be added to our list
☎️ 07702999384 

🚘 Car Boot Sale at Morrisons Car Park in Milton Keynes 2025


- 12:00

🚘 Milton Keynes car boot sale located at the under cover car park, Morrisons in Milton Keynes. Held on the the first and third Saturday of the month.

⭐️ BUYERS: Free entry
▪️From: 8am -12pm

⭐️ SELLERS:
▪️Car: £5
▪️Van: £7

Just turn up and arrive for 7am first come first serve no booking needed.

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
📧 If would like more information please get in touch with me at:
lynsey.marriott@morrisonsplc.co.uk

💖 CHARITY
100% of all pitch fees go to our charity partner Marie Curie UK and my aim is to raise 20k for them this year for 2025🙏

🎊 Party in the Park Dunstable 2025!


Time: 12:00 - 20:00

🎊 Party in the Park is back in Dunstable on Saturday 19th July 2025! Save this date in your diary so you don’t miss out on this fantastic FREE family event.

🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Enjoy live music and performances on the stage throughout the day alongside:
⭐️ Stalls,
⭐️ Catering,
⭐️ Funfair rides
⭐️ Outdoor bar!

🙋‍♀️ FREE KIDS ZONE
Enjoy various activities throughout the day!

💦 FREE Bennett's Splash Park in Dunstable 2025


Time: 10:00 - 18:00

💦 Bennetts FREE Splash park is great for a fun day out for all the family with a play park and Cafe onsite.

📆 2025 DATES
▪️Monday 5th May - Sunday 31st August
▪️7 days a week
▪️10am - 6pm

💦 FREE FAMILY FUN
Enjoy the 16 super soaking water features ranging from gentle mists, spray arches and tipping buckets to spray shooter cannons. The Splash Park is designed to be enjoyed by children of all ages from 2 years to 10 years.

Those who are older are asked to act responsibly for the safety of all.
Please note, the Splash Park will have 10 minute intervals where the water will stop to ensure water safety quality checks, why not take this opportunity to refresh at the Splashside Cafe.

❗️IMPORTANT INFORMATION
*Bennett’s Splash Park and Splashside Café may be subject to closure due to unforeseen circumstances due to weather, technical faults or other issues beyond our control. For regular updates, please follow us on Facebook: @bennettssplash *

🍕
THE SPLASHSIDE CAFE
The Splashside Café adjacent to the Splash Park offers an array of food and drinks for all to enjoy such as freshly prepared milkshakes, delicious pizzas, classic fish finger bap and much more! Please note, last orders are 5.30 pm. View the menu here.

🅿️ PARKING - Charges may apply
When driving to Bennett’s Splash, please park in Ashton Square Car Park located off Bull Pond Lane, LU6 3BE.
The Splash Park is a minute walk from here, into Bennett Memorial Recreation Ground. Please take care when crossing the road.
ASHTON SQUARE CAR PARK is owned and operated by Central Bedfordshire Council. Please check the machines for chargeable days and hours.

🎊 Wootton Fun Fest & Motor Show 2025


Time: 13:00 - 21:00

🎊 Wootton's Fun Fest is back for Saturday 19th July 2025! Join us again for our Fun Fest event in Wootton, Bedfordshire!

WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️ Live Music,
✨️ Stalls,
✨️ Food,
✨️ Beer Garden,
✨️ Fun Fair,
✨️ Magician - 2:00pm & 3:15pm
✨️ Face Painting and more!

🚗 MOTOR SHOW
A Motor Show with vintage and modern cars, motorbikes and tractors on display!  Funds raised from the Motor Show will be used to help Wootton's Memory Gym!

ℹ️ STALL HOLDERS
If you would like to have a stall please email us.
📧 Email: Clerk@Wootton-PC.gov.uk 

🎊 Party in the Park 2025 - Dunstable


Time: 12:00 - 20:00

🎉 Party in the Park 2025 is coming to Grove Gardens in Dunstable. The biggest party is back and bigger than ever!

EVENT DETAILS
Enjoy 8 hours of non-stop fun with a mix of music and dance performances from local groups and singers! There's something for everyone at this fantastic FREE family event.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️Live Music & Dance Performances
✨️Outdoor Bar
✨️Food & Drink
✨️Funfair Thrills
✨️FREE Kidzone Fun - Activities and Entertainment
✨️Middle Row Markets in Grove House Gardens

🎶 MUSIC LINE-UP
▪️12:00 PM – Stardust Theatre Company 
▪️12:30 PM – The Brooks Academy of Irish Dancing 
▪️1:15 PM – The Limestones (Local Band) 
▪️2:30 PM – Agnieska (Local Singer) 
▪️3:15 PM – Akshay (Local Singer) 
▪️4:00 – 4:30 PM – Karaoke Fun hosted by Party in the Park 
▪️5:00 – 6:00 PM – Definitely Could Be Oasis (Tribute Band) 
▪️6:30 – 8:00 PM – Craig Charles

♿️ A FREE Accessible Viewing Platform!
There is space for 10 wheelchair users, each accompanied by a companion, as well as accessible seating. No need to book, however, availability is on a first-come, first-served basis.

🙏 Event Sponsor: Penrose Estate Agents 

🎤 McVicar at The Village Swan, Ivinghoe Aston


Time: 21:00

🎤 McVicar, a 4 piece covers band from Hertfordshire typically covering all genres from the 1950s to the present day will be performing live at The Village Swan, Ivinghoe Aston from 9pm. Free entry.

☎️ CONTACT DETAILS:
01525 213868

🎸 Rock Night - The Cellar Bar, Bedford


Time: 21:00

🎸 Get ready to Rock at The Cellar Bar in Bedford! Expect an electrifying setlist featuring iconic tracks from AC/DC, Guns & Roses, and Bon Jovi, plus more!

Back for more, The Cellar Bar in Bedford is bringing the noise with an epic night of rock covers performed live!

💸 ENTRY IS FREE!
That's right, folks! Enjoy an unforgettable night of live music without breaking the bank. Just show up, rock out, and have a blast! 🎉

👉 ABOUT THE CELLAR BAR
Located in the heart of Bedford, this unique basement bar offers an intimate setting for live music lovers. With a fantastic selection of premium beers, signature cocktails, and non-alcoholic drinks, you'll find the perfect accompaniment to an epic night of rock music! 

🚘 Outlaws Rod And Drag Club Annual Shin Dig at The Farmers Boy, Kensworth


Time: 15:00 - 23:00

🚗 Get ready for the ultimate hot rod and drag club shindig - a massive turnout of cars and bikes, transforming Kensworth into one massive car event!

🚘 WHAT TO EXPECT
Everyone is welcome - expect an amazing display of interesting vehicles, including classic cars, hot rods, street rods, race cars, and more!

🍔 FOOD AND DRINK
Enjoy a BBQ (not free, but delicious!) and the pub's usual menu on offer. Plus, the fish and chip van might make an appearance later in the evening!

📖 VIEW THE MENU
Check the menu out in the website here.

🦁 MAKE A DAY OF IT
Whipsnade Zoo and Dunstable Downs are just on the doorstep, making it the perfect excuse for a day out or a weekend getaway!

ℹ️ CONTACT DETAILS
☎️ Phone: 01582 872207

🎶 Summertime Live Northampton at Delapre Abbey


Time: 14:00

☀️Your Summertime Live Northampton line up is headlined by Ministry of Sound Ibiza Anthems with Ellie Sax, plus performances from Sigma, Nathan Dawe, Switch Disco, SoSolid Crew and over 20 other artists across 4 stages!

🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
Expect an unforgettable day out with live roaming entertainers, shisha bar, festival fashion, glitter stalls, funfair amusements, an epic food village and the all new woodland stage.
✨️4 Stages of DJs & Music
✨️Live entertainers
✨️Street Food & Bars
✨️Shisha Bar
✨️Funfair attractions
✨️VIP Garden

🤩 Artists: Ministry of Sound Ibiza Anthems w/ Ellie Sax
plus, Sigma, Nathan Dawe, Switch Disco, Karen Harding, Josh Parkinson, SoSolid Crew, Blazin' Squad, DJ Target, Sweet Female Attitude, Kara, Crazy Counsinz, DJ Cartier & more!

🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️General Admission - Phase 4: £45.00
▪️VIP Garden: £82.50 SOLD OUT!
▪️General Admission - Early Entry (Pre-3pm): £41.25 SOLD OUT!
▪️General Admission - Phase 1: £35.75 SOLD OUT!
▪️General Admission - Phase 2: £39.60 SOLD OUT!

🎧 Sanctuary Reunion Day To Night Special at Unit 9, Milton Keynes


Time: 15:00 - 00:00

🔊 Get ready for the ultimate sanctuary reunion - join the party people on Saturday 19th July 2025 for an unforgettable Day - Night Special at Unit Nine in Milton Keynes!

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
Rave legends RATPACK, HYPE, DJ RAP and Dream Frequency are already confirmed, with more massive acts to be announced! Expect an electric atmosphere and a night to remember with friends old and new.

🎟 TICKETS COST:
▪️Early Bird Special: SPECIAL: £11.20
▪️First Release: £16.80
▪️General Entry: £22.40

☎️ CONTACT DETAILS: 01908 317995 

🚘 Fun fest and motor show at Wootton Recreation Ground


Time: 13:00 - 21:00

🎊 Wootton Fun Fest & Motor Show in Wootton recreation ground for the whole family.

🤩 WHAT TO EXPECT
✨️Classic cars, vans, motorcycles, tractors plus some super cars
✨️Live Performances
✨️DJ
✨️BBQ
✨️Bar
✨️Community Stalls
✨️Fairground
✨️Magic Dave – 2pm & 3:15pm
✨️Face Painting

🕐 MUSIC TIMES
🔸️Inspire – 1:15pm
🔸️Rob Le Tash – 2:30pm
🔸️Leech – 3:45pm
🔸️Evie – 4:30pm
🔸️Olivia Lynn – 5:45pm
🔸️Drop the Monkey – 7:15pm

🎟 DONATIONS: £5.00
Donation to The Memory Gym, Wootton New Life Methodist Church.