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To celebrate the launch of Mum's Guide to Luton our friends at Sundown Cinema are offering Mum's Guide To followers an exclusive discount of 25% off any booking at Stockwood Discovery Centre on Wednesday 31st July. Enjoy the wonder of Open Air cinema in the beautiful grounds of Stockwood Park, make a memory this Summer!
Use code MGTL25 at the checkout to receive your discount.
Book today at sundowncinema.co.uk
*Limited time only (until 31st July ’24)
*Code valid for all Stockwood screenings only
Location: Stockwood Discovery Centre, London Road, Luton LU1 4LX
Looking for activities for your children this summer? Why not encourage your them to join the Summer Reading Challenge taking place at all libraries across Bedfordshire, including at Luton Libraries. This year's challenge launches on Saturday 13th July.
Children can pop into the library any time from Saturday 13th July to join. This year's challenge theme is “Marvellous Makers” - celebrating creativity in all its forms. Alternatively, take part in the Challenge online by signing up here! Set a reading goal and log your books on your profile. Reach your goal and unlock a limited-edition online badge and a certificate.
The Summer Reading Challenge is all about reading for fun, aiming to improve children’s reading skills and confidence. All children aged 4-11 are welcome to take part and simply asked to read 6 books of choice over the school holidays. They’ll also collect free rewards for their reading along the way. Plus, any child who enters can swim for just £1 at any Active Luton pool* by showing their library card at reception.
Your child can borrow and read any books, e-Books and audiobooks of their choice in any genre they like: fiction, fact books, poetry, joke books, picture books and graphic novels all count. And for younger children sharing a book with parents and caters counts. You will find lots of inspiration in the library and on the Summer Reading Challenge website.
Children who read 6 books and complete the challenge by 7th September will receive a certificate and medal.
Check out the Luton Libraries website for a list of the Special Events (£5 per ticket) happening at various libraries across Luton, as well as the FREE weekly activities!
* Terms and conditions apply, check details on the Luton Library website.
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☀️Kickstart your summer holiday organisation with our downloadable planner sheet!
We've started adding lots of events to our What's On page for the summer holidays and with so much to chose from already you might find our downloadable summer holiday planner useful.
Thanks to our very talented colleague Jane at Mum's guide to Romford who put this together and kindly made a Luton version for us to share with you.
🖨️ Print
✔️and check out our What's On page to start filling it in.
We will of course keep adding more events and activities to the website as we hear about them, so do keep checking back.
Hi, I’m Maria and I run the Mum's Guide to Luton website and social media. I live in Luton with my husband, our 2-year-old daughter and 3 cats!
I love getting out and about with my family and friends, either to classes and playgroups, local attractions and events or local walks in the park so I hope I’ll have a lot to offer in terms of great things to do in and around Luton. I also love a bit of planning and organisation so am always looking for what's on in the area and finding new places to visit.
As a first-time mum, clueless about where to find any local play groups or places to take my daughter as she was getting more mobile, I found the Mum's Guide to Hitchin Instagram and Facebook pages a lifesaver. So when we moved back to Luton in 2023 I wanted to be able to give something back, and hopefully be able to help others struggling to find things to do with the little ones! I know how important it is, particularly as a new parent to find things to do, not only for your children, but for you to socialise too.
My goal is to provide a website and social pages packed with so much local information for families, that you really don’t need to look elsewhere. I know how busy life is as a parent, and I’m hoping to take the hard work out of finding great things for you to do for quality family time together.
I will continue to update the website with new business listings and events as they get announced, so be sure to bookmark the website address to your browser. I will also still be posting lots on social media so if you aren't already following give me a follow on Facebook and Instagram.
Please help me spread the word about Mum's guide to Luton as I would love to help as many families in the area as possible!
If you have any recommendations for the website or run a local business and would like to be involved in the site or want to list your an event, please do get in touch through my social media channels, list your business for FREE here or e-mail [email protected].
And do say hi if you see us out and about!
Maria x
Short Tail Trail
(FREE)
6th July
- 12th September
Keech Hospice Care, Luton
Animal Games Trail
(FREE)
19th July
- 30th August
Houghton Hall Park, Houghton Regis, Dunstable
Summer at the Park
20th July
- 1st September
Aldenham Country Park, Elstree
Game On! The Evolution Of Video Games
20th July
- 1st September
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Summer Spectacular @ Willow's Activity Farm
20th July
- 1st September
Willows Activity Farm, St Albans
Shaggy's Summer Spectacular @ Mead Open Farm
20th July
- 1st September
Mead Open Farm, Leighton Buzzard
Jordans Mill - Summer Games Trail
20th July
- 1st September
Jordans Mill, Biggleswade
My Pet Pals Workshops
(FREE)
20th July
- 1st September
Pets at Home Luton, Luton
FREE Giant Maze at Luton Point
(FREE)
22nd July
- 28th August
The Mall, Luton
The Adventures of Captain Calamity
27th July
Luton Library Theatre, Luton
Tiger Charity Weekend at Woburn Safari Park
27th July
- 28th July
Woburn Safari Park, Woburn Park
Meet Hey Duggee at Woburn Safari Park!
(FREE)
27th July
Woburn Safari Park, Woburn
Summer Beach Party
27th July
- 28th July
The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, Barton Le Clay
Summer Fete @ Shuttleworth House
(FREE)
27th July
Shuttleworth House, Biggleswade
Fam-Fun Fest @ The Hub
28th July
The Hub on Verulam, St Albans
Love is in Nature Workshops
29th July
- 31st July
Standalone Farm, Letchworth Garden City
Crazy Colin Magic Shows
29th July
Leagrave Library, Luton
Crazy Colin Magic Shows
29th July
Marsh Farm Library, Luton
Crazy Colin Magic Shows
29th July
Luton Central Library, Luton
Tale Shaker Tuesday
(FREE)
30th July
Market Hill, Luton
Wonka (PG) - Open Air Cinema
31st July
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Super Mario Bros: The Movie (PG) - Open Air Cinema
31st July
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Flying Start: Seaside Fun
(FREE)
31st July
Park Town Family Hub, Bailey Street
Fun & Flower Fields
31st July
- 1st September
The Patch MK, Stratford Road
The Unusual Adventures of Robin Hood - Outdoor Theatre
31st July
Houghton Hall Park, Houghton Regis, Dunstable
Children's Summer Workshops at the Walled Garden
1st August
The Walled Garden, Luton
Bute Street Festival
1st August
- 3rd August
Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton
Mughal Miniatures: The Princess & The Peacock
(FREE)
1st August
Wardown Park, Luton
Summer Beach Party
1st August
- 4th August
The Olde Watermill Shopping Village, Barton Le Clay
Storytelling on the Steps
(FREE)
2nd August
Hat Gardens, Luton
National Garden Scheme at The Walled Garden
2nd August
The Walled Garden, Luton
Lindy Lou's Summer of Fun
2nd August
Streatley Village Hall, Luton
Here's the latest recommendations from our visitors and followers. Click on the business name to find out more. If you'd like to add a recommendation for a business or organisation search for their listing here on the site and click on the Leave a recommendation button.
"Used LTN Bouncy Castles as a last minute booking for My sons birthday! They pulled through and they were amazing! Will defo recommend them and will be using again. Thanks"
"Absolutely fantastic dental surgery with professional and friendly staff. I am going there for years with my family."
Short Tail Trail
(FREE)
6th July
- 12th September
Keech Hospice Care, Luton
Game On! The Evolution Of Video Games
20th July
- 1st September
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
My Pet Pals Workshops
(FREE)
20th July
- 1st September
Pets at Home Luton, Luton
FREE Giant Maze at Luton Point
(FREE)
22nd July
- 28th August
The Mall, Luton
The Adventures of Captain Calamity
27th July
Luton Library Theatre, Luton
Crazy Colin Magic Shows
29th July
Leagrave Library, Luton
Crazy Colin Magic Shows
29th July
Marsh Farm Library, Luton
Crazy Colin Magic Shows
29th July
Luton Central Library, Luton
Tale Shaker Tuesday
(FREE)
30th July
Market Hill, Luton
Wonka (PG) - Open Air Cinema
31st July
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Super Mario Bros: The Movie (PG) - Open Air Cinema
31st July
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Children's Summer Workshops at the Walled Garden
1st August
The Walled Garden, Luton
Bute Street Festival
1st August
- 3rd August
Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton
Mughal Miniatures: The Princess & The Peacock
(FREE)
1st August
Wardown Park, Luton
Storytelling on the Steps
(FREE)
2nd August
Hat Gardens, Luton
National Garden Scheme at The Walled Garden
2nd August
The Walled Garden, Luton
Lindy Lou's Summer of Fun
2nd August
Streatley Village Hall, Luton
Raynham Way Community Centre Summer Fete
3rd August
Raynham Way Community Centre, Luton
The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck
3rd August
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Giant Hexagon Doodle
(FREE)
3rd August
Market Hill, Luton
The Tale Of Jemima Puddle-Duck
3rd August
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Luton Sunday Funday
(FREE)
4th August
Chaul End Community Centre, Luton
Strathmore Summer BBQ 2024
(FREE)
4th August
Strathmore Methodist Church, Luton
Summer Puppetry Holiday Camp
5th August
- 10th August
Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton
Orbital Trampoline Park - School Meet Ups!
5th August
- 22nd August
Orbital Trampoline Park, Luton
Stockwood Garden Party
(FREE)
6th August
- 8th August
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Tale Shaker Tuesday
(FREE)
6th August
Market Hill, Luton
Nurse Dessie (Windrush Project)
(FREE)
6th August
The Mall, Luton
The Magical Story Wish
7th August
Luton Library Theatre, Luton
Children's Summer Workshops at the Walled Garden
8th August
The Walled Garden, Luton
Storytelling on the Steps
(FREE)
9th August
Hat Gardens, Luton
Lindy Lou's Summer of Fun
9th August
Streatley Village Hall, Luton
NAWT Fest
10th August
Luton Rugby Club, Luton
Gospel in the Park @ The Bandstand
(FREE)
11th August
Wardown Park, Luton
The Wonder of Stevie @ The Bandstand
(FREE)
11th August
Wardown Park, Luton
Artisan Fair (Monthly)
(FREE)
11th August
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Luton Youth Fest
(FREE)
12th August
Wardown Park, Luton
Summer Family Activity Sessions
12th August
Bushmead Community Hub, Luton
Storytime with Mama G
(FREE)
12th August
Luton Central Library, Luton
Storytime with Mama G
(FREE)
12th August
Leagrave Library, Luton
Storytime with Mama G
(FREE)
12th August
Lewsey Library, Luton
Tale Shaker Tuesday
(FREE)
13th August
Market Hill, Luton
British Orienteering's Find Your Way
(FREE)
13th August
Wardown Park, Luton
Bounce & Play Sessions
14th August
Bushmead Community Hub, Luton
Children's summer workshops at the Walled Garden
15th August
The Walled Garden, Luton
Summer Kids Hub Club
15th August
Bushmead Community Hub, Luton
Tape That
15th August
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Minny Stynker
15th August
Wardown House, Museum & Gallery, Luton
Storytelling on the Steps
(FREE)
16th August
Hat Gardens, Luton
Lindy Lou's Summer of Fun
16th August
Streatley Village Hall, Luton
Summer Family Fun Day
(FREE)
18th August
Luton Town & Indians Cricket Club, Luton
Summer Harvest Celebrations
19th August
Young Growers Club HQ, Luton
Summer Family Activity Sessions
19th August
Bushmead Community Hub, Luton
Tale Shaker Tuesday
(FREE)
20th August
Market Hill, Luton
Flying Start: Fun in the Jungle
(FREE)
20th August
Stockwood Park, Luton
Summer Kids Hub Club
22nd August
Bushmead Community Hub, Luton
The Guy In The Luggage Rack
22nd August
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Storytelling on the Steps
(FREE)
23rd August
Hat Gardens, Luton
Circus Show and Workshop
(FREE)
24th August
Market Hill, Luton
Summer Cinema
(FREE)
24th August
Hat Gardens, Luton
Bush Fest 24
24th August
- 26th August
The Round Bush, Luton
Tale Shaker Tuesday
(FREE)
27th August
Market Hill, Luton
Bounce & Play Sessions
28th August
Bushmead Community Hub, Luton
The Three Inch Fool present The Secret Diary of Henry VIII
29th August
The Walled Garden, Luton
Summer Kids Hub Club
29th August
Bushmead Community Hub, Luton
Day Dreamers
29th August
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Storytelling on the Steps
(FREE)
30th August
Hat Gardens, Luton
Small Farmers Market
(FREE)
31st August
St George's Square, Luton
Picnic in the Park 2024
(FREE)
1st September
Wandon Recreation Park, Luton
Pinocchio and Friends / Pip Ahoy
7th September
Luton Library Theatre, Luton
Hula Hoop Show and Workshop
(FREE)
7th September
Market Hill, Luton
Artisan Fair (Monthly)
(FREE)
8th September
Stockwood Discovery Centre, Luton
Family Film Club: Onward
21st September
Hat Factory Arts Centre, Luton
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