Browse the siteWelcome to your essential guide to what's on for children and families over the next few months in and around Ampthill. We also regularly post events, things to do and other news on Facebook and Instagram. If you are looking for Holiday Clubs and Camps we have a dedicated section for those.
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Friday 1st May
Playland Ball
Perfect Playland
Fri 1st May 2026
4-6pm
PERFORMANCE FROM 2 INDUSTRY WEST END STARS
- 2 HOURS OF SOFT PLAY ACCESS
- ACCESS TO OUR CAFE
- PHOTO / VIDEO OPPORTUNITIES
- COSTUMES, LIVE SINGING, DANCING + AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
Includes Classic Disney Songs from; Frozen, Beauty+The Beast, Aladdin, Little Mermaid, Tangled, Toy Story, Jungle Book, Moana, Hercules + More!
Breaks between singing sets to allow for playing while the performers costume change!
Little ones welcome to dress up.
Perfect for all the family!
Saturday 2nd May
Love Local Craft & Food Fayre - May
Jordans Mill
Sat 2nd May 2026
10.00am - 3.00pm
Join us for our May Craft & Food Fayre, packed with local makers, delicious treats, handmade gifts, and plenty to browse and enjoy!
And that's not all; we're excited to welcome the III Rivers Harley Davidson Chapter, who will be visiting on the same day.
Around 15 stunning motorcycles will be parked in our car park between 11:30am and 12:30pm. A fantastic sight for visitors and photography enthusiasts alike.
We look forward to welcoming you!
• Saturday 2nd May, 10am - 3pm.
• Located in the front car park and throughout the grounds.
• Entry & Parking: FREE!
Find out more:
jordansmill.com
Saturday 9th May
Stotfold Steam Fair & Country Show
Stotfold Mill
Sat 9th May 2026 - Sun 10th May 2026
10.30am - 5pm
🎪 Roll up, roll up! Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls! 🎉
The Steam Fair at the Country Show at Stotfold Watermill is back for an incredible family day out! 🚂
Enjoy:
🚗 Vintage cars and tractors
🚂 Mighty steam engines
🎭 Arena acts and live entertainment
🎶 Music and dancing
🍔 Great food and drink
🛍️ Trade stalls and craft marquee
🎡 Funfair rides
🏛️ Explore the working Victorian watermill
A fantastic day for the whole family - don't miss it!
Find out more or book:
www.stotfoldmill.com
Sunday 10th May
Stotfold Steam Fair & Country Show
Stotfold Mill
Sat 9th May 2026 - Sun 10th May 2026
10.30am - 5pm
🎪 Roll up, roll up! Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls! 🎉
The Steam Fair at the Country Show at Stotfold Watermill is back for an incredible family day out! 🚂
Enjoy:
🚗 Vintage cars and tractors
🚂 Mighty steam engines
🎭 Arena acts and live entertainment
🎶 Music and dancing
🍔 Great food and drink
🛍️ Trade stalls and craft marquee
🎡 Funfair rides
🏛️ Explore the working Victorian watermill
A fantastic day for the whole family - don't miss it!
Find out more or book:
www.stotfoldmill.com
Sunday 17th May
Sip & shop
Parkside hall
Sun 17th May 2026
10-11.30
Preloved children's sale with a glass of pimms!
All details on my post on Instagram @wilfandfriends_
Booking required via link above
150th Anniversary of Shuttleworth House
Shuttleworth House
Sun 17th May 2026
10:00 - 15:00
150 years ago, in 1876, the first foundation stone of Shuttleworth House (as we know it today) was laid.
Join us for this wonderful free event as we throw open the doors for you to explore our iconic Jacobean style mansion.
Discover the rich history of this opulent building from family home to convalescent home, agricultural college and now an award-winning wedding and events venue.
Our knowledgeable volunteers will be on hand to offer guided tours, or you can explore at your leisure.
Come and celebrate 150 years of heritage at Shuttleworth.
Find out more:
www.shuttleworth.org
Saturday 23rd May
A Noise Annoys
Stockwood Discovery Centre
Sat 23rd May 2026
2pm
A Noise Annoys is a poetry show for all the senses! It features rhymes, noises, songs, surprises and lots of audience interaction. Noise Annoys is a poetry show for all the senses! It features.
Bursting with warm-hearted humour and witty wordplay, Jude takes the audience on a mind-bending journey through the sounds of language and the language of sounds.
There is lots of joy, a healthy dose of nonsense, and a few heartfelt A rhymes, noises, songs, surprises and lots of audience interaction. Noise Annoys is a poetry show for all the senses! It features " moments of beautiful hush.
Using poems, rhymes and tongue-twisters, with physical humour, improvised sounds and hilarious props, Jude finds the annoyance and delight in the things we hear. This is... Read more
Find out more or book:
www.culturetrust.com
Who Lives Here - Children's Trail
Jordans Mill
Sat 23rd May 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
9.30am - 3.30pm
It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!
From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer.
Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!
Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.
23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).
Find out more:
jordansmill.com
Sunday 24th May
Who Lives Here - Children's Trail
Jordans Mill
Sat 23rd May 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
9.30am - 3.30pm
It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!
From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer.
Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!
Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.
23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).
Find out more:
jordansmill.com
Monday 25th May
Who Lives Here - Children's Trail
Jordans Mill
Sat 23rd May 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
9.30am - 3.30pm
It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!
From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer.
Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!
Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.
23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).
Find out more:
jordansmill.com
Tuesday 26th May
Who Lives Here - Children's Trail
Jordans Mill
Sat 23rd May 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
9.30am - 3.30pm
It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!
From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer.
Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!
Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.
23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).
Find out more:
jordansmill.com
Wednesday 27th May
Who Lives Here - Children's Trail
Jordans Mill
Sat 23rd May 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
9.30am - 3.30pm
It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!
From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer.
Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!
Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.
23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).
Find out more:
jordansmill.com
Thursday 28th May
Who Lives Here - Children's Trail
Jordans Mill
Sat 23rd May 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
9.30am - 3.30pm
It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!
From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer.
Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!
Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.
23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).
Find out more:
jordansmill.com
Friday 29th May
Who Lives Here - Children's Trail
Jordans Mill
Sat 23rd May 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
9.30am - 3.30pm
It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!
From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer.
Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!
Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.
23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).
Find out more:
jordansmill.com
Saturday 30th May
Who Lives Here - Children's Trail
Jordans Mill
Sat 23rd May 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
9.30am - 3.30pm
It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!
From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer.
Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!
Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.
23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).
Find out more:
jordansmill.com
Sunday 31st May
Who Lives Here - Children's Trail
Jordans Mill
Sat 23rd May 2026 - Sun 31st May 2026
9.30am - 3.30pm
It's time to plan your next half term adventure, step into the world of wildlife with our Who Lives Here Children's Trail - this May half term!
From tiny insects to woodland favourites; learn, explore, and connect with nature, join the fun and become a wildlife explorer.
Simply hunt for 10 hidden animals and insects and match each one to the home where it belongs!
Come and discover the secrets of the Mill Gardens, Meadow & Woodland finding fun facts along the way.
23rd - 31st May, 9:30am - 3:30pm
Located throughout the Garden, Meadow & Woodland Entry: £4 per child (prize included).
Find out more:
jordansmill.com
Saturday 6th June
Odell Village Fete and Family Dog Show
Fete Field
Sat 6th June 2026
12:30 - 3:30
The Odell Village Fete and Family Dog Show is a traditional rural community event in North Bedfordshire. It's held every year in the Fete Field on Horsefair Lane, between a picturesque stone and thatch pub, The Bell, and Harrold-Odell Country Park, making for the perfect family day out. It's a day of fun, laughter, and local tradition, bringing our community together. Adult entry: £2:50, Kids: FREE! We have many classic stalls and attractions. The money raised goes towards supporting village facilities, such as the Village Hall and the 15th Century Church, as well as groups that meet in the Village Hall, e.g. the Gardening Club and W.I.
Friday 18th September
Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre
Shuttleworth House
Fri 18th September 2026 - Sun 20th September 2026
09:00 - 17:00
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
Find out more or book:
www.shuttleworth.org
Saturday 19th September
Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre
Shuttleworth House
Fri 18th September 2026 - Sun 20th September 2026
09:00 - 17:00
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
Find out more or book:
www.shuttleworth.org
Sunday 20th September
Bedfordshire Steam & Country Fayre
Shuttleworth House
Fri 18th September 2026 - Sun 20th September 2026
09:00 - 17:00
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
Find out more or book:
www.shuttleworth.org
