May


Wed 1 – Fri 31 Heathland Wild Play Trail RSPB, The Lodge, Potton Road, Sandy As part of the Greensand Country Festival, the RSPB are officially opening the play trail at the reserve. Children can discover areas for den building & log clambering, natural obstacle paths, and climb the raised viewing platform. There are Wild Challenge activity sheets to help you discover wildlife and nature. Drop in 10am-4pm. Free to members. Non-members £6 per vehicle. Donations welcome. Tel: 01767 693333


Sat 4 May Fair


Houghton Regis 12noon-3pm. For details tel: 01582 708540


Sat 4


Bluebell Walk Linslade Wood, Knave Hill footpath, Leighton Buzzard Warden Dave Booth will lead a walk around this wonderful ancient woodland which we help to look after. He will talk about the history of the woods and show you where the bluebells are in bloom. Please dress for the conditions. 11.30am- 1pm. £4 per person. Limited numbers, booking essential. Tel: 01234 743666 please mention Primary Times Bedfordshire & Luton


Sat 4 – Mon 6 Princess and Pirate Weekend Gulliver’s Land, Milton Keynes Princess and Pirate weekend is back at Gulliver’s! Get ready for enchanting activities and swashbuckling rides. www. gulliversfun.co.uk/events/princess- and-pirate-weekend


Sun 5


Out of the Box Wardown House, Museum and Gallery, Luton Discover never-before-seen items from the collections! Every first Sunday of the month we will be revealing an item ‘out of the box’ from our collection. Each of the items we reveal will not have previously been on display. This is a great opportunity to see some fantastic objects. Drop in 11am- 12noon & 2pm-3pm. Free. Tel: 01582 878100


Sun 5


Spring Flowers Maulden Wood, Haynes West End As part of the Greensand Country Festival, explore Maulden Wood in spring when it’s looking its best with stunning displays of wild flowers - especially bluebells. Learn about the woodland’s wildlife, history and management on this guided walk. 10.30am-12.30pm. £4 adult, £2 child. Tel: 01234 743666 please mention Primary Times Bedfordshire & Luton


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Sat 11 Traditional Village Fete St Mary’s Church, Clophill With lots of stalls, exhibitions, music & sideshows for the children to enjoy, plus refreshments & a BBQ. Maypole dancing by the village school children, singing from Greensand Community Choir, and a dance display by pre-school children. 12noon-4pm. Entry & street parking free. Tel: 01525 861058


Sat 11


Guided Bird Walk Flitwick Moor & Folly Wood Steve Halton will lead a walk round the lovely reserve of Flitwick Moor. We will be listening and looking out for several species of birds which Steve will help us find. Steve is a wonderful naturalist who has a wide range of interests, and birds are a special enthusiasm. 10am-12.30pm. £2 per person. Limited places, booking essential, tel: 07580 178889


Sun 12


Fun Dog Show Rufus Centre, Flitwick Opens 11.30am, first class starts 12 noon. £2.50 per class, per dog. Visitor entry 50p. Supported by Pets at Home, Bedford; all proceeds to the Town Mayor’s Charities (The Hope Programme & Hospitality Action) and Animals in Need. Stalls, refreshments & free parking. Tel: 01525 631900


Sat 18 Around the World Priory Gardens, Dunstable A family event all about culture and diversity, showcasing the best that the world has to offer, with music, dance, entertainment and workshops for all to enjoy. 10am- 4pm. Free. Tel: Tel: 01582 513000


Sat 25 Vegan Market John Bunyan Museum, Bedford Curious about what vegans eat? Come along! Want more information about veganism? Come along! Enjoy great hot and cold food and drinks, and shop for ethical products. 10am-4pm. Tel: 01234 213722


June


Sun 9 Grove Education Open Day Grove Theatre, Dunstable Our busy education department will be opening its doors for all those with an interest in participating in any of our events, shows or weekly classes. Drop in any time 10.30am- 3pm, or stay for the whole day. Theatre workshops and tours will be running throughout the day & our Education staff, facilitators and teachers will be available to talk to. Sign up on the day or take information home. Limited places available. All ages welcome from 18 months-21 years. Tel: 01582 602080


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