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HandleBards A Midsummer Night's Dream ©Rah Petherbridge Photography

HandleBards hit the pedals again to bring you a summer of outdoor theatre

The HandleBards are a Shakespearean troupe who tour by bike. And to celebrate their 10th anniversary, they’re climbing back into the saddle…

The HandleBards on tour

The HandleBards head out on bikes to pedal their plays

Fancy some open-air theatre this summer? The popular Shakespearean troupe known as The Handlebards are back with another bicycle-powered tour…

Victor Esses in Where to Belong (Image: Alex Brenner)

Tender story asks, what makes a home for you?

Where to Belong is a tender autobiographical story, that’s about to tour the UK. It’s the tale of artist and performer Victor Esses’ journey to find home…

Olney RiverFest 2019

Duck and raft racing at Olney RiverFest

This weekend, enjoy a free family day out with duck racing, raft racing and music in Olney as their annual RiverFest takes place…

Woburn Luminaries - Woburn Abbey

A spectacular evening of light, fire and ice at Luminaries Woburnensis

Luminaries Woburnensis takes place on Saturday 29th November with ice sculptures, lanterns, stalls, performances and mulled wine to enjoy…

Luminaries Woburnensis 2013 - Woburn Abbey

Go on a glowing adventure with Luminaries Woburnensis at Woburn Abbey

Walk through Woburn Abbey Gardens by candlelight at the festive Luminaries Woburnensis event on Saturday 7th December…

Wrest Park - English Heritage - Photo Jim Holden

Bookish in Bedfordshire as Wrest Park hosts a literary season

Throughout March 2013, enjoy a range of literary lectures at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire beginning with the Real Life Downton Abbey on 3rd March…

Wrest Park in Bedfordshire - English Heritage

Christmas Wreath making at Wrest Park

Get into the festive spirit with wreath making at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire on the 29th November 2012…

Wrest Park in Bedfordshire - English Heritage

Georgian Picnic Party at Wrest Park

Head to Wrest Park’s Georgian Picnic Party this Jubilee weekend and celebrate with a whole host of costumed characters…

St George’s Day events, photo courtesy of English Heritage

Join the jousting knights at Wrest Park

This St George’s Day step back in time and learn about England’s incredible history at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire…

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Wrest Park Easter egg trail

Take the kids to explore Wrest Park in Bedfordshire over Easter and see if you can pick up a yummy prize…

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Half term fun at Wrest Park

Head to Wrest Park in Bedfordshire this February half term for a family fun trail…

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Meet the author at Wrest Park

Have you ever thought about being an historical writer? Then head along to Wrest Park, Bedfordshire on 17th January 2012…

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Festive family fun trail

Get into the festive spirit with a fun trail for the kids this December at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire…

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Spy Capital of Britain Treasure Hunt

The Spy Capital of Britain Treasure Hunt is a family friendly day out in the countryside in aid of The Veterans Charity…

Curiosity of the Week

Woodhenge, Stonehenge’s lesser-known neighbour
Woodhenge - ©English Heritage, Historic England Photo Library

You have heard of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, but have you heard of its lesser known neighbour, Woodhenge? Find out more in our latest Curiosity of the Week…

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HandleBards hit the pedals again to bring you a summer of outdoor theatre
HandleBards A Midsummer Night's Dream ©Rah Petherbridge Photography

The HandleBards are a Shakespearean troupe who tour by bike. And to celebrate their 10th anniversary, they’re climbing back into the saddle…

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