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Where little worlds come to life.

A premium immersive role-play experience for children aged 1-6.

Step into a magical storybook kingdom filled with adventure, imagination and educational play. Designed to spark creativity, build confidence and create unforgettable memories for little ones and their grown-ups.

Make Believe Kingdom transforms community halls and local spaces into beautifully styled storybook worlds where children can explore, imagine, learn and play.

Inspired by magical storytelling, immersive experiences and premium educational play, our Kingdom is designed to encourage creativity, communication and confidence through child-led role play.

Each session offers a carefully... Read more

You're warmly invited to experience life at St. Francis' College, a through school for students aged 3 months to 18, including Nursery, Prep, Senior and Sixth Form.

What to expect?

- Enjoy a personalised tour led by our students
- Meet our Head, Head of Prep and members of the Senior Leadership Team
- See the school in action during a normal working morning
- Ask questions directly to our pupils and staff

Whether you're exploring early years, primary or senior options, this is the perfect opportunity to discover what makes our all-through school so special.

Our Pumpkin Patch Extravaganza is back for another spooktacular October, packed with pumpkins, Halloween characters, fantastic photo opportunities and plenty of surprises for the whole family.

There are no scare actors during our daytime event. Please book for one of Resurrected events if you want a bit of a fright!

With over 80 varieties of pumpkins and squash to discover, there's everything from traditional carving pumpkins to weird and wonderful varieties in all shapes, colours and sizes. Grab a wheelbarrow, explore the patch and find your perfect pumpkin!

Your Pumpkin Patch Ticket Includes
🎃 Explore our huge Pumpkin Patch
Wander through the patch and choose from more than 80 varieties of pumpkins and squash. Pick your favourites... Read more

Join us on Saturday, 3 October, 10:00 - 12:30 and discover life at our all-through school for children aged 3 months to 18 years.

Take a personalised student-led tour, meet our Head and Senior Leadership Team, see the school in action, and chat with pupils and staff. Whether you're considering Nursery, Prep, Senior School or Sixth Form, this is the perfect opportunity to experience what makes St. Francis' College so special.

📍 Book your place today. We look forward to welcoming you!

A new Archery & Axe Throwing Experience is coming to Celtic Harmony Camp this autumn! Whether you're looking for an unforgettable family outing or want to challenge your friends to a tournament this thrilling experience has something for everyone.

This action-packed 90-minute session includes:
45 Minutes of Archery: Master the bow with our Archery GB qualified staff.
45 Minutes of Axe Throwing: Learn the thrilling art of traditional axe throwing with our qualified instructors.

Unleash your inner adventurer and put your skills to the test. You will receive full tuition, all the necessary equipment, and plenty of time to perfect your aim. Whether you are a complete beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this action-packed experience is suitable... Read more

Challenge a group of friends or family to a game of disc golf, on a 9 hole course with the Iron Age settlement as backdrop. Whether you're looking for a relaxing woodland walk, an active family day out, or a friendly competition, Disc Golf is the perfect weekend outing! Beginner and advanced tee off points enable players of all levels to take part and enjoy a round. Follow the meandering trail around different areas of the woods at your own pace and enjoy a bit of forest bathing on the way! Suitable for ages 8 years and over. £8 per person

Or, host your own Disc Golf Party!

Planning a family outing or a catch-up with mates? Book a private 30-minute slot for your group (up to 10 people) for just £15. To make the victory... Read more

Thomas & Friends™ are back in 2026 with the Let's Rock, Let's Roll Tour! All Aboard for a Rockin' Good Time and tickets are now on sale and make the perfect Christmas present for Thomas fans!

Day Out With Thomas™: Let's Rock, Let's Roll Tour is hitting the tracks and bringing the beat to Buckinghamshire Railway Centre for the ultimate Thomas & Friends experience. Book your tickets at www.dayoutwiththomas.co.uk/bucks

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,... Read more

Challenge a group of friends or family to a game of disc golf, on a 9 hole course with the Iron Age settlement as backdrop. Whether you're looking for a relaxing woodland walk, an active family day out, or a friendly competition, Disc Golf is the perfect weekend outing! Beginner and advanced tee off points enable players of all levels to take part and enjoy a round. Follow the meandering trail around different areas of the woods at your own pace and enjoy a bit of forest bathing on the way! Suitable for ages 8 years and over. £8 per person

Or, host your own Disc Golf Party!

Planning a family outing or a catch-up with mates? Book a private 30-minute slot for your group (up to 10 people) for just £15. To make the victory... Read more

Plastic Free Hitchin will be hosting a Halloween Costume Swap at the Repair Cafe on Saturday 17th October.

Got a Halloween costume you've outgrown or don't want to wear again? 👻

Parents, tired of buying a brand-new Halloween costume every year - only for the kids to wear it once? 😅

Bring along those outgrown, no-longer-needed Halloween costumes and swap them for something "new"! 🧙‍♀️🧛‍♂️🧟‍♀️

It's a great way to:
♻️ Give costumes a second life
💷 Save money on Halloween
🌍 Reduce waste and reuse what's already out there
🎃 Find something fun for this year's trick-or-treating

Bring a costume, swap a costume, and make... Read more

Our Lady School is opening its doors to local families for a special OLS Adventure Day on Saturday 17th October, from 10am to 12pm.
The event is a chance for current OLS families, families looking for a Reception place for September 2027, and families considering a move to OLS to come along, explore the school and discover what makes OLS such a special place to learn, grow and belong.
Children and their families will be able to explore Robin Woods, visit the Reception classroom, discover the school's outdoor classroom and try out the exciting new climbing equipment. There will also be opportunities to meet Head Teacher Mrs Snowball and members of the OLS team and find out more about life at the school.
OLS Saturday Adventure Day... Read more

Celebrate the beauty of Autumn by making a seasonal garland with Letchworth-based The Twisted Florist!

Incorporating beautiful autumnal leaves in all their exquisite hues, plus carefully dried materials and seasonal berries, all of which are grown locally, you will leave with a unique garland to adorn your home. Garlands look wonderful on bannisters, mantlepieces or above doorways.

Not only that, but you will know how to make infinite sustainable garlands with the skills you have learnt!

My first ARTventure is a gentle introduction to the creative fun we have in our weekly classes for non mobile babies 3+ months
This is a relaxed and social session for your baby and you - with music, sensory and creative play, the chance to create first masterpieces and make new friends.
PLUS as well as creating beautiful keepsakes you will take away our special guide to creative play with your baby at home.
The cost is £12 and includes a special keepsake.
Venue is Ignite Studios in Biggleswade (Next to ASDA)

Challenge a group of friends or family to a game of disc golf, on a 9 hole course with the Iron Age settlement as backdrop. Whether you're looking for a relaxing woodland walk, an active family day out, or a friendly competition, Disc Golf is the perfect weekend outing! Beginner and advanced tee off points enable players of all levels to take part and enjoy a round. Follow the meandering trail around different areas of the woods at your own pace and enjoy a bit of forest bathing on the way! Suitable for ages 8 years and over. £8 per person

Or, host your own Disc Golf Party!

Planning a family outing or a catch-up with mates? Book a private 30-minute slot for your group (up to 10 people) for just £15. To make the victory... Read more

HOCUS POCUS, BOIL & BUBBLE... HALLOWEEN IS COMING TO THE FARM!
OCTOBER 24TH-NOVEMEBER 1ST
Grab your wellies, gather your little witches and wizards and step into for a spooktacular family day out this Halloween!

There's SO much included with your admission - from magnificent birds of prey and creepy critters to farm animals, tractor rides and plenty of hands-on fun!

10.30 - Meet & Handle an Owl - Come face-to-face with one of our beautiful owls and get that all-important Halloween photo!
11.00 - Pat-a-Pet - Cuddle our gorgeous rabbits and guinea pigs.
11.30 - Bird of Prey Flying Display - Take your seats and watch different species soar, swoop and fly right before your eyes!
12.15 - Tractor Rides - Climb aboard for a ride around... Read more

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic new year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in an Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the palaeolithic cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch, and pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in the roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain and a fire procession to celebrate the Celtic New Year. There are plenty more activities for your day so come along and celebrate with us! Finish the week-long celebration with us on Saturday the 31st October to burn your worries in... Read more

Get creative this Halloween and make your very own creepy clay creature!

Join Luton-based Lugus Ceramics for a fun, hands-on session where you'll squish, shape and sculpt clay into your own spooky creation - then take your finished creature home with you.

Samhain Celebrations
Celtic Harmony Camp
Monday 26th - Saturday 31st October (Half Term)

Celebrate Samhain, the start of the Celtic new year, with a magical day out this October Half Term in an Iron Age settlement.

Venture into the haunted forest if you dare! Explore the palaeolithic cave. Fill your day with creative activities such as building your own woodland shelter, decorating a chalk art auroch, and pumpkin clay crafts.

Enjoy a warming lunch prepared by our resident chefs in The Woodland Bistro or tuck into a scary snack and hot chocolate in the roundhouse.

End your day with a story in the Chieftain and a fire procession to celebrate the Celtic New Year. There are plenty more activities for your day so come along... Read more

Get creative this Halloween and make your very own creepy clay creature!

Join Luton-based Lugus Ceramics for a fun, hands-on session where you'll squish, shape and sculpt clay into your own spooky creation - then take your finished creature home with you.

From classic TV game shows to zen-like word puzzles, from retro video games to modern first person shooters, WiFi Wars has something for everyone in its truly original whistlestop tour of all the ways you can have fun, in public.

The entire audience competes, both as teams and as individuals, on games, quizzes and more that are magically beamed into their smartphones and tablets using WiFi Wars' Guinness World Record-Breaking tech, developed in residency at London's prestigious Royal Institution.

Hosted by comedian Steve McNeil (team captain on the hit TV show "Dara O'Briain's Go 8 Bit") and Rob Sedgebeer (a Chortle "Legend of Lockdown" award winner), WiFi Wars is the Award-Winning must-see show that's like nothing you've seen before. As teams and players thrive... Read more

Come to Wardown to create and make Halloween crafts, bat bookmarks, spooky masks and mummify a beast!

A new opera for young children

Based on the picture book by David Wiesner.

David Wiesner's magical picture book was adapted and brought to life in words and music by award-winning composer and writer Kerry Andrew.

Pip likes to play alone. In their bedroom, they explore a collection of treasures from the beach-flotsam! What are these objects and creatures? Who are they? What stories might they tell? With the help of an old camera, Pip's imagination takes hold, conjuring extraordinary underwater creatures - fantastical and beautiful.

Guided by the idea of capturing things in photographs, curiosity and wonder lead Pip to discover a world beyond their own, connecting with other children across time and place and finding the courage to... Read more

A family film, a creative corner, a café and a space to relax - make a day of it at The Hat Factory!

Family Film Club is more than just a screening. Come along to The Hat Factory Arts Centre for a relaxed family day out, with a creative corner filled with drawings, easy crafts and books, plus our café serving drinks and snacks. There are also breastfeeding areas available for families who need them.

Then settle down together and enjoy a family-friendly film on the big screen.

Film: Monster Family

Despite the title, the Wishbone family are far from happy! In an attempt to reconnect as a family, Mum Emma plans a fun night out. But when an evil witch curses them, the whole family is transformed into monsters.... Read more

Come to the Hat Factory to create and make Halloween crafts, Monster book marks, spooky masks and do the monster mash!

Come to Stockwood discovery Centre to create and make Halloween crafts, spiders, bugs and minibeasts decorations. Boooooo!

Make a willow frame basket for harvesting small garden produce, foraging or collecting eggs, with local willow artist and basket maker Hazel Godfrey.

In this workshop you will make an ancient style of basket by constructing a frame with hoops, traditional bindings and ribs, followed by lots of weaving. You will learn the principles of strength, balance and tension that help shape your basket.

Completed baskets will be approx. 25cms diameter

n.b. For those with limited hand-strength, this workshop could be challenging.

Suitable for beginners
All materials are provided.

Things to bring:
Sharp secateurs
A packed... Read more

Grab your coats, wrap up warm, and join us at Shuttleworth for Biggleswade's only firework display!

We're pulling out all the stops to make it a night to remember with live music, fair rides* for the kids, and a fantastic atmosphere leading up to a truly spectacular fireworks display, with our Hangars illuminated in colourful lights to create a vibrant backdrop for the evening.

Pre-book for the best rates
Online: Adults £12 | Children £6
On the gate: Adults £15 | Children £10

Design your own customised Christmas baubles and explore the magic of alcohol inks!

In this session you will be able to decorate x3 flat acrylic decorations with mesmerising fluid abstract art.

The workshop will begin with an introduction to alcohol inks where you will learn about inks and the process and be able to play with colours and plan and practice your designs onto the special paper before creating your decorations.

This is perfect for all levels!

Complete your design with a shimmering metallic ink onto of your colours and onto the edges, then finish off with ribbons.

Date: Friday 27th November

Time: 7-9pm

Location: Shop Small Studios, 16/17 Market Place, Hitchin, SG5 1DS... Read more

Ever wondered how the Columbian printing press at the heart of Royston Museum works? Pop in to see the relief printing process from start to finish, chat to the maker and have a go at working the press to make something festive to take home.


Suitable for both adults and families.

Free Entry

£2 per set of 2 Christmas cards or 4 gift tags.

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.

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... Read more

After another phenomenal record-breaking year, Shuttleworth's Festival of Flight returns for 2027, promising even more thrilling displays, unforgettable attractions, and aviation magic.

Across two action-packed days, enjoy breathtaking flying displays featuring Shuttleworth's internationally renowned Collection alongside an exceptional line-up of visiting aircraft from the UK and overseas.

And the excitement doesn't stop at the flightline... Take in the festival atmosphere and family entertainment, with interactive experiences and free ground attractions across the entire site for visitors of all ages. Why not make the most of your experience by camping with us for the full festival atmosphere?

Whether you're a lifelong... Read more