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Join us for a magical family adventure at the Stockwood Garden Party 2026, set within the beautiful grounds of Stockwood Discovery Centre, a much-loved free destination known for its gardens, play spaces and family-friendly experiences .

Celebrating its 5-year anniversary, this year's garden party is bigger, bolder and full of imagination, offering three days of outdoor theatre, creativity and playful exploration for families of all ages. Wander through the gardens and discover a vibrant programme of live shows, storytelling and hands-on activities, with something new to enjoy each day.

What's on in 2026:

* Young Growers Gardening Club - get hands-on with nature through fun planting and growing workshops

* Magical Fairy Encounters... Read more

Join us for a magical family adventure at the Stockwood Garden Party 2026, set within the beautiful grounds of Stockwood Discovery Centre, a much-loved free destination known for its gardens, play spaces and family-friendly experiences .

Celebrating its 5-year anniversary, this year's garden party is bigger, bolder and full of imagination, offering three days of outdoor theatre, creativity and playful exploration for families of all ages. Wander through the gardens and discover a vibrant programme of live shows, storytelling and hands-on activities, with something new to enjoy each day.

What's on in 2026:

* Young Growers Gardening Club - get hands-on with nature through fun planting and growing workshops

* Magical Fairy Encounters... Read more

Join us for a magical family adventure at the Stockwood Garden Party 2026, set within the beautiful grounds of Stockwood Discovery Centre, a much-loved free destination known for its gardens, play spaces and family-friendly experiences .

Celebrating its 5-year anniversary, this year's garden party is bigger, bolder and full of imagination, offering three days of outdoor theatre, creativity and playful exploration for families of all ages. Wander through the gardens and discover a vibrant programme of live shows, storytelling and hands-on activities, with something new to enjoy each day.

What's on in 2026:

* Young Growers Gardening Club - get hands-on with nature through fun planting and growing workshops

* Magical Fairy Encounters... Read more

A large walk-in labyrinth of colour and light will fill the lawn at Stockwood Discovery Centre this August. Visitors are invited to don a primary-coloured cloak to become part of the colour experience and step into a new world of intense colour and light.

Colourscape is formed of many interlinked chambers of primary colours to create a labyrinth (each chamber c. 4M across). Step forwards and a long view of radiating colours appears. Another step and another view appears until you are surrounded and immersed in the most intense colour and light imaginable. Visitors have described the experience as being like "wrapped in a rainbow" or saying "I felt I could breathe colours!"

You can freely walk anywhere to explore this amazing space and will discover musicians... Read more

A large walk-in labyrinth of colour and light will fill the lawn at Stockwood Discovery Centre this August. Visitors are invited to don a primary-coloured cloak to become part of the colour experience and step into a new world of intense colour and light.

Colourscape is formed of many interlinked chambers of primary colours to create a labyrinth (each chamber c. 4M across). Step forwards and a long view of radiating colours appears. Another step and another view appears until you are surrounded and immersed in the most intense colour and light imaginable. Visitors have described the experience as being like "wrapped in a rainbow" or saying "I felt I could breathe colours!"

You can freely walk anywhere to explore this amazing space and will discover musicians... Read more

A large walk-in labyrinth of colour and light will fill the lawn at Stockwood Discovery Centre this August. Visitors are invited to don a primary-coloured cloak to become part of the colour experience and step into a new world of intense colour and light.

Colourscape is formed of many interlinked chambers of primary colours to create a labyrinth (each chamber c. 4M across). Step forwards and a long view of radiating colours appears. Another step and another view appears until you are surrounded and immersed in the most intense colour and light imaginable. Visitors have described the experience as being like "wrapped in a rainbow" or saying "I felt I could breathe colours!"

You can freely walk anywhere to explore this amazing space and will discover musicians... Read more

Join us at Stockwood Discovery Centre, where we journey through time as history comes alive.

Featuring different living history encampments that recreate a glimpse of daily life from years gone by.
From mediaeval knights to heritage craft demos, you can interact with history, try out bygone skills and listen to the musical sounds of our past.

Join us at Stockwood Discovery Centre, where we journey through time as history comes alive.

Featuring different living history encampments that recreate a glimpse of daily life from years gone by.
From mediaeval knights to heritage craft demos, you can interact with history, try out bygone skills and listen to the musical sounds of our past.

The Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre is held in the picturesque setting of Old Warden Park, home of the world famous Shuttleworth Collection housed in its own museum. The much photographed Victorian Country House, built by the Shuttleworth family in the late 1870's, provides a magnificent backdrop for the event.

Attracting over 15,000 visitors each year, the Bedford Steam Engine Preservation Society aims to give an insight into the country life at the turn of the 20th Century when steam was in its hey day. Many working demonstrations are taking place wherever you may care to roam on the 400 acre site.

For the complete day out visit the beer garden, listen to the band and watch the Stage Show. Stay into Saturday evening and end your day marveling at the magnificent... Read more

The Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre is held in the picturesque setting of Old Warden Park, home of the world famous Shuttleworth Collection housed in its own museum. The much photographed Victorian Country House, built by the Shuttleworth family in the late 1870's, provides a magnificent backdrop for the event.

Attracting over 15,000 visitors each year, the Bedford Steam Engine Preservation Society aims to give an insight into the country life at the turn of the 20th Century when steam was in its hey day. Many working demonstrations are taking place wherever you may care to roam on the 400 acre site.

For the complete day out visit the beer garden, listen to the band and watch the Stage Show. Stay into Saturday evening and end your day marveling at the magnificent... Read more

The Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre is held in the picturesque setting of Old Warden Park, home of the world famous Shuttleworth Collection housed in its own museum. The much photographed Victorian Country House, built by the Shuttleworth family in the late 1870's, provides a magnificent backdrop for the event.

Attracting over 15,000 visitors each year, the Bedford Steam Engine Preservation Society aims to give an insight into the country life at the turn of the 20th Century when steam was in its hey day. Many working demonstrations are taking place wherever you may care to roam on the 400 acre site.

For the complete day out visit the beer garden, listen to the band and watch the Stage Show. Stay into Saturday evening and end your day marveling at the magnificent... Read more

Full House Theatre presents: Adventures in Wonderland in association with The Culture Trust.

A big adventure for little hearts.

Tumble into Wonderland and enjoy Full House Theatre's brand-new spellbinding show for children and families.

Inspired by the timeless tale, this joyful and interactive experience invites children to join Alice's adventure, meet curious characters and help make storytelling magic.

Enjoy dreamlike music, playful puppets and bold characters that leap into life. Adventures in Wonderland promises family friendly fun in an unforgettable world of wonder.

Full House Theatre presents: Adventures in Wonderland in association with The Culture Trust.

A big adventure for little hearts.

Tumble into Wonderland and enjoy Full House Theatre's brand-new spellbinding show for children and families.

Inspired by the timeless tale, this joyful and interactive experience invites children to join Alice's adventure, meet curious characters and help make storytelling magic.

Enjoy dreamlike music, playful puppets and bold characters that leap into life. Adventures in Wonderland promises family friendly fun in an unforgettable world of wonder.

Full House Theatre presents: Adventures in Wonderland in association with The Culture Trust.

A big adventure for little hearts.

Tumble into Wonderland and enjoy Full House Theatre's brand-new spellbinding show for children and families.

Inspired by the timeless tale, this joyful and interactive experience invites children to join Alice's adventure, meet curious characters and help make storytelling magic.

Enjoy dreamlike music, playful puppets and bold characters that leap into life. Adventures in Wonderland promises family friendly fun in an unforgettable world of wonder.

Full House Theatre presents: Adventures in Wonderland in association with The Culture Trust.

A big adventure for little hearts.

Tumble into Wonderland and enjoy Full House Theatre's brand-new spellbinding show for children and families.

Inspired by the timeless tale, this joyful and interactive experience invites children to join Alice's adventure, meet curious characters and help make storytelling magic.

Enjoy dreamlike music, playful puppets and bold characters that leap into life. Adventures in Wonderland promises family friendly fun in an unforgettable world of wonder.

Full House Theatre presents: Adventures in Wonderland in association with The Culture Trust.

A big adventure for little hearts.

Tumble into Wonderland and enjoy Full House Theatre's brand-new spellbinding show for children and families.

Inspired by the timeless tale, this joyful and interactive experience invites children to join Alice's adventure, meet curious characters and help make storytelling magic.

Enjoy dreamlike music, playful puppets and bold characters that leap into life. Adventures in Wonderland promises family friendly fun in an unforgettable world of wonder.

Full House Theatre presents: Adventures in Wonderland in association with The Culture Trust.

A big adventure for little hearts.

Tumble into Wonderland and enjoy Full House Theatre's brand-new spellbinding show for children and families.

Inspired by the timeless tale, this joyful and interactive experience invites children to join Alice's adventure, meet curious characters and help make storytelling magic.

Enjoy dreamlike music, playful puppets and bold characters that leap into life. Adventures in Wonderland promises family friendly fun in an unforgettable world of wonder.

This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.

Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.

Santa is coming to Stockwood for 2026 with a 45 minute festive experience.

Join Santa's whimsical elves in his workshop where all the magic happens and create your very own festive keepsake to treasure. Don't forget to mix up some special reindeer food to sprinkle on Christmas Eve for Rudolph and his friends whilst you're there.

Before you see Santa in an exclusive slot for your family, be sure to write your Christmas wish to share with him and we are sure he'll have a little something for you too. We know Santa is excited to meet you and hear all about the joy and Christmas cheer you've spread across 2026. Don't forget to capture the special moment with a photo!

Our Santa experiences are popular events. Make sure you book early to secure your visit... Read more

Full House Theatre presents: Adventures in Wonderland in association with The Culture Trust.

A big adventure for little hearts.

Tumble into Wonderland and enjoy Full House Theatre's brand-new spellbinding show for children and families.

Inspired by the timeless tale, this joyful and interactive experience invites children to join Alice's adventure, meet curious characters and help make storytelling magic.

Enjoy dreamlike music, playful puppets and bold characters that leap into life. Adventures in Wonderland promises family friendly fun in an unforgettable world of wonder.

This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.

Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.

Santa is coming to Stockwood for 2026 with a 45 minute festive experience.

Join Santa's whimsical elves in his workshop where all the magic happens and create your very own festive keepsake to treasure. Don't forget to mix up some special reindeer food to sprinkle on Christmas Eve for Rudolph and his friends whilst you're there.

Before you see Santa in an exclusive slot for your family, be sure to write your Christmas wish to share with him and we are sure he'll have a little something for you too. We know Santa is excited to meet you and hear all about the joy and Christmas cheer you've spread across 2026. Don't forget to capture the special moment with a photo!

Our Santa experiences are popular events. Make sure you book early to secure your visit... Read more

Full House Theatre presents: Adventures in Wonderland in association with The Culture Trust.

A big adventure for little hearts.

Tumble into Wonderland and enjoy Full House Theatre's brand-new spellbinding show for children and families.

Inspired by the timeless tale, this joyful and interactive experience invites children to join Alice's adventure, meet curious characters and help make storytelling magic.

Enjoy dreamlike music, playful puppets and bold characters that leap into life. Adventures in Wonderland promises family friendly fun in an unforgettable world of wonder.

This December, we invite you to join us for our winter light celebration set against the backdrop of the beautiful gardens at Stockwood Discovery Centre.

Discover Stockwood like you've never seen it before, as you weave your way on a self-guided tour through the illuminated pathways, set against the backdrop of the lush greenery.

Santa is coming to Stockwood for 2026 with a 45 minute festive experience.

Join Santa's whimsical elves in his workshop where all the magic happens and create your very own festive keepsake to treasure. Don't forget to mix up some special reindeer food to sprinkle on Christmas Eve for Rudolph and his friends whilst you're there.

Before you see Santa in an exclusive slot for your family, be sure to write your Christmas wish to share with him and we are sure he'll have a little something for you too. We know Santa is excited to meet you and hear all about the joy and Christmas cheer you've spread across 2026. Don't forget to capture the special moment with a photo!

Our Santa experiences are popular events. Make sure you book early to secure your visit... Read more

Full House Theatre presents: Adventures in Wonderland in association with The Culture Trust.

A big adventure for little hearts.

Tumble into Wonderland and enjoy Full House Theatre's brand-new spellbinding show for children and families.

Inspired by the timeless tale, this joyful and interactive experience invites children to join Alice's adventure, meet curious characters and help make storytelling magic.

Enjoy dreamlike music, playful puppets and bold characters that leap into life. Adventures in Wonderland promises family friendly fun in an unforgettable world of wonder.