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Bucks Art Weeks: Makers & Artists in Action
Bucks Art Weeks brings together the work of hundreds of contemporary artists and makers around Buckinghamshire. Each year in June, pop-up exhibitions appear in working studios, galleries, and other venues. Every type of work is on show – sculpture, glass, jewellery, painting, wirework, woodwork, photography, textiles, and more – for visitors to view, purchase or commission. Plus, it is a fantastic opportunity to meet makers and artists!
In 2026, their event is taking place between Saturday 6 June until Sunday 21 June. You can still sign up for membership to the Visual Images Group on their Membership page. As well as other benefits, as a member, you will receive a monthly newsletter and be able to upload your work to your own dedicated page in their Member Galleries.
While you are there, make sure you visit their Member Galleries. Plus, don't forget to follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
Find out further information here.
Pick up your free directory from Buckingham Tourist Information Centre (Mon-Sat 10am - 4pm).
Community Litter Pick with Buckingham Wombles
Buckingham Wombles are holding their next group litter pick from 10am on Sunday the 14th of June.
Please join them at Pightle Crescent, Buckingham to help get litter picking around the Moreton Road and Western Avenue areas from there.
All of the necessary litter picking equipment shall be provided - you just need to turn up on the day to help. Whatever amount of time you can be there for, it all helps to make a difference!
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Buckingham WI: Foxdenton Gin Tasting
Sip, savour and learn with a guided tasting of Fox Denton’s finest fruit gins.
Visitors are always welcome at a cost of £4.00, which includes tea, coffee and cake.
For more information please email them at buckinghamwi@gmail.com
Buckingham Literary Festival
All tickets for Buckingham Literary Festival events are now on general sale!
Join the Buckingham Literary Festival this summer for a festival filled with captivating conversation, creativity and inspiration.
A wide range of authors speaking on variety of subjects including...
Jeremy Hunt, Peter Fiennes, Simon Jenkins, Oliver Bullough, John Sergeant, Robin Lustig, Alison Weir, Tom Hodgkinson, Daisy Dixon and Robin Ince
18 - 21 June
Please see the Festival’s website for further information including details on the speakers, booking information and venue information for each of their events.
Tickets are also available to purchase from Buckingham Tourist Information Office at The Old Gaol, Buckingham (Mon-Sat 10am-4pm) and from the Buckingham Bookshop.
Everybody to Kenmure Street at The Film Place (12A)
Glasgow residents abandon their daily routines to gather on Kenmure Street after learning authorities plan to deport their neighbours, sparking an impromptu grassroots movement.
To book click here
Angling Taster & Coaching Sessions
The Buckingham & District Angling Association shall be holding Taster & Coaching Sessions for budding anglers of all ages and skill levels, with families very welcome
Saturday, 11th April 2025, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 2nd May 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 20th June 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 4th July 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 1st August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 15th August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 29th August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
These sessions shall be held at Woodfields Lake, near Preston Bissett. The nearest postcode for this is MK18 4JS and the What3Words for it is ///ships.producing.seaweed
To reserve a place call Simon on 07767 663928 or email info@bdaafishing.org.uk.
There is no charge for this event and all equipment and bait shall be provided. The venue has an accessible portaloo and can cater for those with special accessibility requirements.
All of their coaches are licensed and insured through the Angling Trust.
Celebrate Buckingham Day
A great family event with so much to do:
Ice creams
Free bouncy castle
Free bouncy obstacle course
Buckingham Ukulele Group
Free crafts and games
Charity and local trade stalls
Food and drink vendors
Country dancing
Tombola
Face painting
Tingewick Summer Fete
Tingewick Summer Fete
This will include Classic Cars, Hog Roast, Entertainment, Beer from the Roman Way Brewery and much more.
Learn to Crochet – Part 2
🧶 Learn to Crochet – Part 2 🧶
Take your crochet skills to the next level in this follow-on session!
📅 Saturday 20th June
⏰ 1pm – 4pm
💷 £20
✨ Build on skills from Part 1
✨ Learn new stitches & techniques
✨ Gain confidence with your projects
Perfect for those who’ve completed Part 1 or have basic crochet knowledge.
Magical Story telling with Denise Marsh
Magical Storytelling at Buckingham Library!
Local author and illustrator Denise Marsh brings magical yarn The Knitterwitches to life in a fun storytelling session. Enjoy activities, an optional payable craft, an opportunity to purchase the story and a book signing.
All attendees shall need to book a ticket through the Library events page.
Suitable for ages up to 10 years with parental supervision required at all times.
Mid-Summer Party
Spend a summer evening in the flower field. Pick a bucket of flowers to take home, then relax with a drink, enjoy the music and soak up the midsummer atmosphere.
The bar will be stocked and serving drinks, live music will be provided by local musician Harry Pane, and food will be available to purchase (vendor to be confirmed).
(If the event needs to be postponed due to unseasonal weather, a new date will be arranged. No refunds will be given, but flower picking will be honoured at any of their Pick Your Own sessions).
For further information and to book this event, please see the Buckingham Flower Farm website.
Maids Moreton Open Gardens
There shall be eleven beautiful gardens to view as part of this event.
There shall also be a Children’s Nature Trail to follow,
Please collect the map of these from the village hall on the day for more information.
At the village hall, there shall also be a plant sale and a fruit and veg sale.
Tea, coffee and some lovely homemade cakes shall be on sale shall be on sale at the Village Sale.
Pastime With Good Companaye concert
Adstock Singers shall be performing their medieval themed concert "Pastime With Good Companaye". From the taverns to the royal courts of Olde Englande this is an opportunity to travel back in time with them for a feast of music.
For tickets including "Pie and Ale", please contact lucy_bignall@outlook.com.
Tickets without refreshments can be collected at the door.
Armed Forces Day
Join the Mayor and the Town crier as the flag is raised at 10am outside the community centre.
Then outside the Old Gaol until 1pm
Live music
Local groups
Air cadets - interested in joining? Come and ask your questions
Chat to a veteran
Epic: Elvis Presley in Concert (12A) at The Film Place
This film resurrects Elvis Presley at the peak of his showmanship. Very few people now have seen Elvis Presley in concert, and this film enables them to have a feel of that experience and to understand what made him such a legend. Wendy Ide in the Observer says, “While it is unlikely to tell you much that don’t already know, this is a must for Presley fans and a boisterously enjoyable watch even for Elvis’s agnostics”
To book click here
Trust 10k Run
A free 10k run through the grounds of Stowe Gardens that takes place on the fourth Sunday of each month.
Trust10 events are all about the experience of running at National Trust places full of nature, beauty and history, whether you’re training for a challenge or looking for a sociable jog in the fresh air. The runs take place on the fourth Sunday of every month for an 8.30am registration and a 9am start. If monitoring your running time is important to you, please remember to bring your own timing device.
Children over 14 years welcome, but all those competing under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Stowe is a special place for T10, with many wanting to take part and enjoy the landscape. Booking is essential for this event, please find further details here.
'Stowe and Sir John Vanbrugh: Architecture, Politics and Power' Talk
Sir John Vanbrugh was one of the most remarkable figures of the early eighteenth century: architect, playwright, soldier and even spy. This exhibition explores his life, his architectural achievements, and his connection to Stowe House.
Vanbrugh was responsible for some of Britain’s most dramatic buildings, including Castle Howard, Blenheim Palace and Seaton Delaval Hall. His work at Stowe began when Sir Richard Temple, a fellow member of the influential Kit-Cat Club, commissioned him to transform the house and help shape the gardens.
Through historic illustrations, newly commissioned photographs and original plans, the exhibition written by historian Rory Fraser reveals how Vanbrugh helped turn Stowe into one of the great aristocratic houses of its age.
Visitors can also discover the Vanbrugh-designed features that still survive in the famous Stowe gardens today.
Free with admission to Stowe House – please note that tickets are released exactly one month in advance.
B-Muses (The Buckingham Poets)
B-Muses is a local and open community for all who have a lyric to air or a poem to share.
Take along a poem that you have written or read.
They meet on the last Tuesday of the month, starting at 7.30.
It is held at the Woolpack, Buckingham and is free to join.
For further details, contact Paul Moss at pmoss.biz@btopenworld.com
Nature Makers Willow Weaving Workshop - Hanging basket
Join this beginner-friendly workshop, which will be held within the Mill Barn, Manor Farm.
All materials are included and expert guidance shall be provided
Lovely refreshments are available from the Larder Cafe there
Perfect for anyone looking to learn a new craft in a peaceful rural setting.
Please book via Nature Makers’ website.
Lillingstone Lecture: The Four Big Questions in Space and Astronomy, by Dame Dr Maggie Aderin
This talk is a special celebration of 10 years of the Lillingstone Lecture Series at the Royal Latin School, in partnership with the Lillingstone Trust.
Dame Dr Maggie Aderin’s talk, The Four Big Questions in Space and Astronomy, takes audiences on an inspiring journey from our own night sky to the furthest reaches of the Universe. Blending cutting-edge science with accessible storytelling, Maggie explores some of the biggest mysteries humanity is trying to solve – including topics such as how the Universe began, whether life exists beyond Earth and what the future of space exploration may hold.
Dame Dr Maggie Aderin is a space scientist whose passion is presenting science to a general audience and demonstrating that you ‘don’t need a brain the size of a small planet’ to understand, participate in and enjoy science. She studied at Imperial College London, where she obtained her degree in Physics and her Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering. She has spent her career making novel, bespoke instrumentation in both the industrial and academic environments including working on the James Webb Space Telescope and various satellite monitoring climate change. To further share her passion for science, in 2004 Maggie founded Science Innovation Ltd. Through this company she conducts public engagement activities, sharing her love of space and encouraging underrepresented communities to take up STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths. To date Maggie has directly spoken to well over 650,000 people around the world. As well as public speaking she is a BAFTA nominated TV presenter, co-hosting the world’s longest-running science television programme, The Sky at Night. She is also an author with her children’s book Am I made of Stardust winning a Royal Society book prize. Maggie won the Institute of Physics gold medal for exceptional services to science education and physics communication; she was the President of the British Science Association and is the current Chancellor of the University of Leicester. She was made a Dame in the 2023 New Year’s Honours list and in December 2025 she presented the 200-year anniversary Royal Institution Christmas lectures. Her Memoir, Starchild, came out in February 2026.
The Lillingstone Lectures are a series of free lectures held at the Royal Latin School that are open to all members of the local community, not only to Royal Latin School families. To book a seat at any of these lectures, please see The Royal Latin School website for details.
Angling Taster & Coaching Sessions
The Buckingham & District Angling Association shall be holding Taster & Coaching Sessions for budding anglers of all ages and skill levels, with families very welcome
Saturday, 11th April 2025, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 2nd May 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 20th June 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 4th July 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 1st August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 15th August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 29th August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
These sessions shall be held at Woodfields Lake, near Preston Bissett. The nearest postcode for this is MK18 4JS and the What3Words for it is ///ships.producing.seaweed
To reserve a place call Simon on 07767 663928 or email info@bdaafishing.org.uk.
There is no charge for this event and all equipment and bait shall be provided. The venue has an accessible portaloo and can cater for those with special accessibility requirements.
All of their coaches are licensed and insured through the Angling Trust.
Mill Barn Market
The Mill Barn Market at Manor Farm, Bourton is a warm, community‑driven makers’ market.
Red Arrows Rooftop Tour at Stowe
Date to be Confirmed.
A Rooftop View Like No Other: The Red Arrows at Stowe House
You heard us right. This year, we’re exploring the possibility of an extraordinary VIP experience: a rooftop tour of Stowe House, paired with a breathtaking view of a Red Arrows flight display.From the rooftop, you’ll enjoy sweeping panoramic views across Stowe’s historic landscape gardens and out across five counties beyond — an unrivalled vantage point as the Red Arrows take to the skies over our neighbour, Silverstone Race Circuit, during the British Grand Prix weekend.This is a rare chance to witness one of Britain’s most iconic aerial displays without the crowds, traffic, or motorsport focus of the Grand Prix itself. Simply an elevated, elegant way to experience the spectacle.
As with all aviation events, this opportunity is weather-dependent. Closer to the time, we’ll closely monitor forecasts and official Red Arrows display confirmations. If conditions align, a very limited number of tickets will be released. This will be an adult only event. Please note: due to the nature of this event, short-notice cancellations may occur as a result of weather conditions.
Join our waiting list now to be the first to know if tickets go on sale.
Places will be strictly limited and released on a first-come, first-served basis — so pencil the date in and be ready.
To join the waiting list click here
Kazoo - Massive Music Quiz
Join Kazoo - Massive Music Quiz for a fun night of tunes, trivia, and good vibes in person!
Get Ready for Kazoo - Massive Music Quiz!
Get ready for Kazoo – Massive Music Quiz, the ultimate in-person music showdown! Whether you're a trivia expert or just love a good playlist, this is your chance to team up with fellow music fans, test your knowledge, and have a brilliant night out. No special gear required—just bring your passion for music and be ready to buzz in.
Tickets are £7 early bird until May 31.
Tickets are £12 after this and on the door :)
Some pretty cool prizes up for grabs—some seriously good, others… a bit more ridiculous. Expect plenty of laughs along the way.
You can also enjoy bottomless nachos throughout the night, and there’ll be a fully stocked bar open all evening serving refreshments to keep you going.
Don’t miss out on a fun-filled night of music, competition, and great vibes!
At Lace Hill Community Centre, Buckingham.
Buckingham Repair Cafe
The Buckingham Repair Cafe is a group of local volunteers on a mission to encourage the community to repair and reuse items that would otherwise be sent to waste and recycling. Take along your broken household items, small electricals, torn clothing and blunt tools to see if their team can fix them.
Arcadia Opera present 'The Merry Widow'
The Arcadian Opera Company presents Franz Lehar's comic opera The Merry Widow. The Merry Widow is a magical tale of money, mayhem and matchmaking in Paris at the turn of the last century.
Glamorous and wealthy young widow Hanna Glawari is surrounded by a flattering number of Parisian suitors on her return to Paris. But everything changes when an old friend from Hanna’s past enters the ballroom. One of the most popular romantic operettas, The Merry Widow is the perfect blend of comedy acting, dance and unforgettable music.
Arcadian Opera, renowned for bringing imaginative, traditional opera to Stowe using state of the art projections, employ professional singers for the principal roles, a chorus of talented and experience local singers, accompanied by a professional orchestra. The Merry Widow shall be sung in an English translation so as to dispense with distracting subtitles and allow for a more immersive experience.
Further details, including booking details can be found on the Ticket Tailor website.
Buckingham Choral Society Summer Concert
For the opening concert of Buckingham Summer Festival, Buckingham Choral Society present their Summer Concert of John Rutter’s Requiem and The Sprig of Thyme.
Tickets are available to purchase from Buckingham Tourist Information Centre, from Choir members or through the Choral Society’s website.
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Kombucha Fermentation Workshop at Manor Farm, Buckingham
Learn how to brew kombucha, explore flavour pairings, and take home your own kombucha that you will flavour yourself on our kombucha course.
Join award-winning Monty Booch Co-Founder & Head Brewer James for a hands-on kombucha workshop where you'll discover the fundamentals of kombucha brewing, experiment with natural flavourings, and create your own blend to bottle and take home. Perfect for beginners and enthusiasts alike.
Our kombucha making class starts with a welcoming kombucha mocktail, followed by a discussion around the basics of brewing kombucha and dealing with some of the common pitfalls you might encounter. You will then flavour your own brews using a variety of flavours from our "flavour Station" before enjoying some delicious grazing boards paired with our very own kombucha. You can then bottle your concoctions before we have a Q&A to answer any brewing questions. Finally, we will send you home with your very own SCOBY so you can continue brewing at home
For full details and to book click here
Buckingham WI: Summer Party
Celebrate summer with good company, light refreshments and relaxed seasonal fun.
Visitors are always welcome at a cost of £4.00, which includes tea, coffee and cake.
For more information please email them at buckinghamwi@gmail.com
Outdoor Theatre Performance: As You Like It
Outdoor Theatre Performance: As You Like It performed by Illyria at Stowe House.
In this play Shakespeare explores Love in all its guises.
Four pairs of soulmates meet in the mysterious Forest of Arden. One pair leap straight into bed. Another pair are instantaneously dumbstruck by each other’s beauty and pledge their undying troth. The third pair torment each other: he showers chaste love upon her which she haughtily rejects - yet secretly she enjoys the flattery. The fourth pair go further still, playfully blurring their roles and identities to such an extent that flirting becomes more pain than pleasure, and Love itself is pushed to the limit of its endurance – and beyond. Throughout the summer Shakespeare’s iconic comedy will be performed where its action is set – in the great outdoors, by a 5-strong cast of classically trained professional actors. Multi international award-winning Illyria has an unmatched reputation for excellence, forged over three decades, that dominates the outdoor touring theatre sector. Join them this summer for a memorable night of laughter and romance under the stars.
Tickets must be purchased in advance. Please see the Stowe House website for more information.
This is an outdoor performance. It is recommend that you bring blankets/chairs etc, to sit on.
Gates open from from 5:30pm, for a 6:30 start time. The performance will last approximately 140 minutes (with a 20 minute interval).
Picnics are welcome at this performance.
100 Trees for 100 Years
In support of Buckingham Town Council’s Fringe Week which is celebrating the 100th birthday of Sir David Attenborough.
Manor Farm and Buckingham Flower Farm are creating ‘The Attenborough Hedge’— planting 100 trees, one for each remarkable year of Sir David Attenborough’s life. It will be a living tribute to a man who has inspired and educated generations about the flora, fauna, insects, animals and oceans of our beautiful planet.
Long after the celebrations end, this hedgerow will continue to grow — feeding pollinators, sheltering wildlife, and standing as a lasting reminder of what a community can achieve together.
A suggested donation of £5 will plant one tree.
Collection boxes can be found at:
Manor Farm Butchery, Larder Café and Buckingham Flower Farm
If you would like to help to plant the trees, community planting dates shall be arranged soon — do keep an eye out for details.
Bourton Park Nature Trail
Collect trail sheets from the Tourist Information Centre in the Old Gaol
Trail runs for three weeks from the 20th July
Explore Bourton Park with our fun nature trail. Hunt for hidden wildlife and spot the clues along the way! Collect the letters to reveal our mystery word, then drop your completed map at the Tourist Information Centre for a chance to win a prize. Great outdoor adventure for curious minds and nature lovers of all ages.
Free event.
Part of Buckingham Fringe Week 2026
Picnic at Berties’
20th July · 6:00pm-8:30pm
What 3 Words ///herds.adjusting.chariots
Come along and discover Buckingham’s beautiful community orchard, bursting with apple, pear, plum, cherry and quince trees. Meet the friendly volunteers, bring a picnic, and join the Chair from Midshires Orchard to learn about the trees, plants, and how the orchard is cared for.
Free event.
Part of Buckingham Fringe Week 2026
Crafts at the Chantry Chapel
21st July · 10.30am-12.00pm
Chantry Chapel · Market Hill · Buckingham · MK18 1JX
Get creative with nature-inspired crafts with the National Trust volunteers in the historic Buckingham Chantry Chapel. Afterwards, why not browse the charming bookshop for unique treasures.
Free event.
Part of Buckingham Fringe Week 2026
Oxford Fiddle Group
Enjoy a lively mix of tunes from the British Isles, and the USA! Featuring fiddles, Celtic harp, mandolin, and concertina. Appalachian Clog Dancing.
Tickets £7.50 from Buckingham Tourist Information Centre or the Town Council website.
Nature Makers
Enjoy mindful, eco-friendly crafts and nature-based play for all ages. A fun, welcoming session designed to help you relax, get creative, and connect with the great outdoors.
The Old Cattle Pens · High Street · Buckingham · MK18 1NU
Free event.
Flower arranging with Howes the Florist
Discover the art of rustic flower arranging as you learn how to craft decorations using drilled logs and fresh blooms. This workshop is a perfect way to get inspired!
Pay what you can.
Crafts at the Chantry Chapel
23rd July · 10.30am-12.00pm
Chantry Chapel · Market Hill · Buckingham · MK18 1JX
Get creative with nature-inspired crafts with the National Trust volunteers in the historic Buckingham Chantry Chapel. Afterwards, why not browse the charming bookshop for unique treasures.
Free event.
Part of Buckingham Fringe Week 2026
Bug Fest
Get up close with an amazing lineup of creatures, including giant snails, giant millipedes, giant stick insects, hissing cockroaches, colourful beetles, desert scorpions, red‑knee tarantulas, impressive bird‑eating spiders, and even giant bat‑eating centipedes.
Free event.
Nature Quiz
Put your wildlife knowledge to the test! Grab a team of up to 6 and join us for a fun, nature-themed quiz. Prizes to be won for 1st and 2nd place.
Entry £2 cash per person.
Art in the Market
Get creative at the Cattle Pens! Use our free supplies to craft your own nature-inspired masterpiece in a relaxed, friendly setting. A fun afternoon for all ages to celebrate the wild together.
Free event.
People’s Emergency Briefing
Get the facts and feel the heart behind the headlines. This compelling 50-minute screening combines top-tier science with real-world reactions, helping us all navigate the future of our planet together.
Free event.
Flower Farm Fun Day
A fun-filled day for the whole family! Enjoy a (paid) pick your own flower session, free Gnome Trail, lawn games and a bar for refreshments. Don't miss the Wildlife Photography Competition winners announcement at 5:30pm!
Free event.
Part of Buckingham Fringe Week 2026
Bite Club
Come hungry and explore a diverse selection of international flavours from a wide range of food trucks. Bring your picnic blanket and relax to the live music. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable feast in the heart of your community.
Free event.
Trust 10k Run
A free 10k run through the grounds of Stowe Gardens that takes place on the fourth Sunday of each month.
Trust10 events are all about the experience of running at National Trust places full of nature, beauty and history, whether you’re training for a challenge or looking for a sociable jog in the fresh air. The runs take place on the fourth Sunday of every month for an 8.30am registration and a 9am start. If monitoring your running time is important to you, please remember to bring your own timing device.
Children over 14 years welcome, but all those competing under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Stowe is a special place for T10, with many wanting to take part and enjoy the landscape. Booking is essential for this event, please find further details here.
Family Fun Day Lace Hill
Join us for a fun-filled day at Lace Hill Sports & Community Centre! Enjoy DJ Dan, bouncy castles, games, stalls, and ice cream. There’s something for everyone!
Free event.
B-Muses (The Buckingham Poets)
B-Muses is a local and open community for all who have a lyric to air or a poem to share.
Take along a poem that you have written or read.
They meet on the last Tuesday of the month, starting at 7.30.
It is held at the Woolpack, Buckingham and is free to join.
For further details, contact Paul Moss at pmoss.biz@btopenworld.com
Outdoor Theatre: Pirates of Penzance performed by Illyria
Join Illyria for a memorable evening at Stowe, full of wit and charm!
Frederick, accidentally apprenticed to Pirates as a child, is indentured to the Pirate King until his 21st birthday. On the day he reaches 21 he leaves the ship, announcing that he now intends to dedicate his life to the Pirates’ destruction. The Pirate King checks the contract’s small print – and realises that as Frederick’s birthday is 29th February on a leap year he has only had four birthdays and is actually indentured for another 63 years. With only the Penzance constabulary to protect him, will Frederick be forced to serve the pirates until he is 84? And will his sweetheart, Mabel, wait for him that long? Performed by a six-strong cast of actor/singers with fully orchestrated accompaniment, The Pirates of Penzance boasts such gloriously memorable songs as “To be a Pirate King!”; “Modern Major General” and “A Policeman’s Lot is Not a Happy One”. With razor sharp satire and glittering wit, it remains as fresh as if it had been written today.
Tickets must be purchased in advance and are available through Ticket Source.
Further information is available through the National Trust website.
Angling Taster & Coaching Sessions
The Buckingham & District Angling Association shall be holding Taster & Coaching Sessions for budding anglers of all ages and skill levels, with families very welcome
Saturday, 11th April 2025, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 2nd May 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 20th June 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 4th July 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 1st August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 15th August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 29th August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
These sessions shall be held at Woodfields Lake, near Preston Bissett. The nearest postcode for this is MK18 4JS and the What3Words for it is ///ships.producing.seaweed
To reserve a place call Simon on 07767 663928 or email info@bdaafishing.org.uk.
There is no charge for this event and all equipment and bait shall be provided. The venue has an accessible portaloo and can cater for those with special accessibility requirements.
All of their coaches are licensed and insured through the Angling Trust.
Vanbrugh Weekend at Stowe House.
Get ready for a weekend packed with creativity, imagination, and activities for all. Settle in for a lively storytelling performance or explore the hidden stories in his buildings through movement and play in a fun, family‑friendly drama session. Whether you come with family, friends, or a community group, there’s something for every curious mind. Dive into a day full of laughter, discovery, and hands‑on adventure.
Programme of Activities
Available all weekend:
· Enjoy special £3 anniversary entry to Stowe House, with under 5s free
· Free entry to the National Trust gardens
· Guided Tours at Stowe House – bringing the work of Vanbrugh to life in the wider house complex not usually seen by the public
· Crafts – become a budding architect with our craft activity to make and take your very own country house. Our team will be on hand to bring your inspirations to life with materials provided
· Exhibition in the Marble Saloon at Stowe House
· Garden Trail – follow the self-led map to see the temples and monuments Vanbrugh designed at Stowe
· Family Drama Workshops at Stowe House. See description below, pre-booking essential. 11.30pm, 2.00pm, 3.30pm
Available on Sunday 2 August:
· Storytelling Performances – 11.00am, 12.00pm, 2.00pm and 3.00pm on the South Front Lawn.
For further details and to book please click here
Outdoor Theatre: King Arthur and the Holy Fail - Performed by the Three Inch Fools
The Three Inch Fools present an epic tale of Arthurian adventure and medieval mayhem.
In a land of daring quests, dashing knights, and endless jousting, there lived a would-be hero - waiting in the wings - who went by the name of Arthur. But when Camelot is rocked to its core by a tragic - and frankly improbable - incident involving a large table of an undisclosed shape, Arthur is thrust into the quest of a lifetime. Will he bravely battle through blistering cold and scorching fire to save his beloved realm, or will he crumble as fate refuses to cooperate? Destiny awaits, chivalry calls, and the quest to end all quests begins. Saddle up - things are about to get legendary.
Tickets must be purchased in advance and are available through Eventbrite.
Further information is available through the National Trust website.
Buckingham Repair Cafe
The Buckingham Repair Cafe is a group of local volunteers on a mission to encourage the community to repair and reuse items that would otherwise be sent to waste and recycling. Take along your broken household items, small electricals, torn clothing and blunt tools to see if their team can fix them.
Angling Taster & Coaching Sessions
The Buckingham & District Angling Association shall be holding Taster & Coaching Sessions for budding anglers of all ages and skill levels, with families very welcome
Saturday, 11th April 2025, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 2nd May 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 20th June 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 4th July 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 1st August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 15th August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 29th August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
These sessions shall be held at Woodfields Lake, near Preston Bissett. The nearest postcode for this is MK18 4JS and the What3Words for it is ///ships.producing.seaweed
To reserve a place call Simon on 07767 663928 or email info@bdaafishing.org.uk.
There is no charge for this event and all equipment and bait shall be provided. The venue has an accessible portaloo and can cater for those with special accessibility requirements.
All of their coaches are licensed and insured through the Angling Trust.
Lino Print Summer Workshop
Make the most of the summer views and create your own multi-layered summer-inspired lino print in a one-day artist-led workshop with expert printmaker Alexandra Buckle.
In this artist-led workshop, you will create a multi-layered lino print based on images or photographs that inspire you.
Alexandra Buckle is a former Royal Academy Exhibitor and Artfinder bestseller. She has exhibited in both Bucks and Oxfordshire Arts Weeks. Many of her pieces are inspired by local woodland areas, such as Stowe Gardens, Evenley Wood Garden, Stoke Woods, Waddesdon and Claydon. She is particularly drawn to interesting colour combinations and scenes with dramatic light. She has been teaching the art of lino cutting to all abilities since 2013, from beginners to artists wanting to try out a new technique.
Mamma Mia! Outdoor Cinema
Get ready for the ultimate ABBA and Mamma Mia! experience in the stunning grounds of Stowe House.
An all singing, all dancing ExtrABBAganza, where you can immerse yourself in the world of the hit musical Mamma Mia! on a huge open-air screen, then keep the party going with an ABBA disco. Sing along to all your favourite hits, dance with friends, and soak up the feel-good magic that only ABBA and this iconic film can deliver.
Pack a picnic, bring a blanket or camping chair and get your friends, family and loved ones together for a day to remember!
Hot food, snacks and a bar will be available on-site but picnics and drinks are welcome - NO glass.
No seating provided unless you have premium tickets. Blankets and camping chairs can be brought with you.
Film certificate PG. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
On-site toilets will be available including accessible facilities.
With the exception of registered assistance dogs, no animals can be brought to this event.
Bookings can be placed for this event through the Adventure Bookings website.
Trust 10k Run
A free 10k run through the grounds of Stowe Gardens that takes place on the fourth Sunday of each month.
Trust10 events are all about the experience of running at National Trust places full of nature, beauty and history, whether you’re training for a challenge or looking for a sociable jog in the fresh air. The runs take place on the fourth Sunday of every month for an 8.30am registration and a 9am start. If monitoring your running time is important to you, please remember to bring your own timing device.
Children over 14 years welcome, but all those competing under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Stowe is a special place for T10, with many wanting to take part and enjoy the landscape. Booking is essential for this event, please find further details here.
B-Muses (The Buckingham Poets)
B-Muses is a local and open community for all who have a lyric to air or a poem to share.
Take along a poem that you have written or read.
They meet on the last Tuesday of the month, starting at 7.30.
It is held at the Woolpack, Buckingham and is free to join.
For further details, contact Paul Moss at pmoss.biz@btopenworld.com
Planetarium Events at Stowe
Join us this summer for a popular daytime night’s sky experience! We’re excited to welcome back two family-friendly shows inside an inflatable planetarium within Stowe House.
We Are Aliens – For families – children ages 6+
Explore how our understanding of life on Earth guides the exploration of alien life elsewhere in the Universe. During the show you visit Mars, Europa, and distant Exoplanets to help answer the ultimate question: are we alone? An immersive experience that perfectly balances science, education, and family entertainment. Narrated by Rupert Grint (Ron Weasley from Harry Potter.)
The show will last approximately 45 minutes.
Shows will run on the hour at 10.00am, 12.00pm & 3.00pm
An Incredible Introduction to our Night Sky – For ages 6+
An easy to understand and informative, presenter-led tour of our night sky by award-winning UK Astronomy founder Ross Hockham. With a breathtaking look at our night sky projected all around you, Ross will guide you through our neighbouring constellations and the solar system, as well as venturing into deep space. This is an interactive talk with time for questions. Suitable for families.
The show will last approximately 45 minutes.
Shows will run on the hour at 11.00am, 2.00pm & 4.00pm
Tickets are £6.50 per person and can be booked here
FOUND festival
The FOUND Festival in the grounds of Claydon Estate.
Great music – discover your new favourites from Americana, Roots, Folk and Blues
Top comedy and comment – stand up for grown-ups and for kids, thoughtful talks
Wellness a plenty – Vinyasa and Rogue yoga, breathwork, sauna on site!
Dance – watch, learn, play
Get stuck in - Art projects, craft activities, workshops
Family fun – do something for them, do something for you, do something all together!
Spacious campsite, clean toilets and showers, a warm welcome awaits
A brand new music and arts festival from a team with decades of experience creating magical memories in fields!
Found is a relaxed, easy, small-but-perfectly-formed festival for the open-hearted, the wild spirited and quietly curious.
Find out more and book tickets here
Angling Taster & Coaching Sessions
The Buckingham & District Angling Association shall be holding Taster & Coaching Sessions for budding anglers of all ages and skill levels, with families very welcome
Saturday, 11th April 2025, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 2nd May 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 20th June 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 4th July 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 1st August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 15th August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
Saturday, 29th August 2026, 9.30 to 11.30
These sessions shall be held at Woodfields Lake, near Preston Bissett. The nearest postcode for this is MK18 4JS and the What3Words for it is ///ships.producing.seaweed
To reserve a place call Simon on 07767 663928 or email info@bdaafishing.org.uk.
There is no charge for this event and all equipment and bait shall be provided. The venue has an accessible portaloo and can cater for those with special accessibility requirements.
All of their coaches are licensed and insured through the Angling Trust.
Bandjam
Bandjam is back on Sunday 30th August in the ‘Bull Ring’, outside Jardines Pharmacy with a full nine hours of free, live music that will rock the town Centre from 1pm – 10pm.
This is a free event.
Virtual Heritage Open Days at Stowe House
If you can’t make it to Stowe House in person this year for Heritage Open Days, there is the opportunity to join them online and uncover the stories that shaped everyday life at this remarkable site.
Across the week, they will be sharing a series of exclusive videos on their Facebook and Instagram channels, exploring the “Everyday Histories” of Stowe House. From its origins as the country seat of the Temple-Grenville family to its present role as an independent school and visitor attraction, these stories bring to life the people whose daily work has sustained and shaped the estate over generations.
You can meet the modern team caring for Stowe today, from librarians and cleaners to groundskeepers and house staff, and discover how their roles echo those of the historic workforce who once kept the estate running. Gain insight into areas rarely highlighted, including the stables, brewhouse, bakehouse, and laundry, as they explore how these working spaces supported the rhythm of daily life.
Delve into the archives to uncover fascinating objects and records, including an 1848 sales catalogue that offers a glimpse into the possessions and experiences of servants, helping to imagine their lives in greater detail. Discover hidden corners of the House, from discreet service routes to tucked-away rooms, designed to support the smooth running of the household out of sight of its grand public spaces.
The series also reveals unexpected and personal stories, from newly uncovered school archives to glimpses of workers captured in historic paintings and engravings, offering rare insight into the individuals behind the scenes. Together, these moments build a rich picture of everyday life at Stowe, past and present.
Whether your interest lies in social history, architecture, or conservation, this virtual experience brings Stowe House to you, wherever you are.
Share your discoveries and join the conversation using #HODs.
Free
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Buckingham Repair Cafe
The Buckingham Repair Cafe is a group of local volunteers on a mission to encourage the community to repair and reuse items that would otherwise be sent to waste and recycling. Take along your broken household items, small electricals, torn clothing and blunt tools to see if their team can fix them.
Buckingham WI: Neurodiversity Talk
Gain insight into neurodiversity and learn how we can all support a more inclusive community.
Visitors are always welcome at a cost of £4.00, which includes tea, coffee and cake.
For more information please email them at buckinghamwi@gmail.com
‘Vanbrugh’s Alterations and Additions to Stowe House’ Talk
Architect Francis Terry presents new research into Sir John Vanbrugh’s architectural contribution to Stowe House, reconsidering the scale and ambition of his designs and their later alteration. This talk is one of a lecture series held monthly, exploring shared themes from the individual perspectives of our speakers and reflecting the continuing debate that makes Stowe so compelling.
This lecture will explain the ideas and influences on a series of recently completed drawings by architect Francis Terry, that investigate and reconstruct Sir John Vanbrugh’s contribution to the architecture of Stowe House.
Vanbrugh’s involvement has long been obscured by limited surviving documentation and by extensive later alterations to the building. Working from a drawing of Stowe by Vanbrugh’s frequent collaborator, Charles Bridgeman, the early plans by William Cleere, and the Rigaud views of 1739, the lecture will explore how Vanbrugh sought to alter and adapt the existing late seventeenth-century house. The lecture will also re-examine Vanbrugh’s likely intentions for the North and South fronts, including towers, porticos, and colonnades that were later simplified or altered—possibly by James Gibbs following Vanbrugh’s death. Particular attention will be given to the ‘houses of office’ on the east and west ends, the only part clearly identified as Vanbrugh’s work. This study offers new insights into how much Vanbrugh’s bold Baroque vision was modified or erased within a
A 60-minute talk followed by audience questions (doors shall open at 5.45pm).
Tickets for this event are £3.50 each and can be booked through the Stowe House Website. Booking is essential.
Buckingham Craft and Gift Fair
Offering a wide range of unique crafts and gifts by local artists and independent businesses.
Free entry at Buckingham Community Centre, Cornwall’s Meadow MK18 1RP.
Lillingstone Lecture: The Arctic by Dog Sled: Survival, Culture and the Labrador Frontier, by Neil Pepper FRGS FZSL
As part of the Lillingstone Lectures, there shall be a fascinating illustrated lecture exploring the realities of traditional Arctic travel by dog sled through the remote landscapes of Labrador, inspired by the legacy of Sir Wilfred Grenfell and the enduring cultures of the North.
Neil Pepper FRGS FZSL, a railway professional living in Buckinghamshire, has over 25 years of Arctic dog sledding experience, travelling widely by dog team along the remote and challenging Labrador Coast of eastern Canada. His experiences extend across much of the High Arctic, including Alaska, the Yukon, and Svalbard, giving him a unique and personal insight into both the beauty and the hardships of life in these little-known regions.
The lecture will explore the challenges of traditional dog-sled travel, the remote environment of Labrador, Arctic wildlife and ecology, Indigenous peoples, culture, traditions and modern challenges associated with life in isolated north
Tea and coffee will be served from 5.45pm
The Lillingstone Lectures are a series of free lectures held at the Royal Latin School that are open to all members of the local community, not only to Royal Latin School families. To book a seat at any of these lectures, please see The Royal Latin School website for details.
Trust 10k Run
A free 10k run through the grounds of Stowe Gardens that takes place on the fourth Sunday of each month.
Trust10 events are all about the experience of running at National Trust places full of nature, beauty and history, whether you’re training for a challenge or looking for a sociable jog in the fresh air. The runs take place on the fourth Sunday of every month for an 8.30am registration and a 9am start. If monitoring your running time is important to you, please remember to bring your own timing device.
Children over 14 years welcome, but all those competing under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Stowe is a special place for T10, with many wanting to take part and enjoy the landscape. Booking is essential for this event, please find further details here.
B-Muses (The Buckingham Poets)
B-Muses is a local and open community for all who have a lyric to air or a poem to share.
Take along a poem that you have written or read.
They meet on the last Tuesday of the month, starting at 7.30.
It is held at the Woolpack, Buckingham and is free to join.
For further details, contact Paul Moss at pmoss.biz@btopenworld.com
Buckingham Repair Cafe
The Buckingham Repair Cafe is a group of local volunteers on a mission to encourage the community to repair and reuse items that would otherwise be sent to waste and recycling. Take along your broken household items, small electricals, torn clothing and blunt tools to see if their team can fix them.
‘Sir John Vanbrugh and the Making of Stowe’ Talk
Michael Bevington explores Sir John Vanbrugh’s role in shaping Stowe, examining the architectural and landscape ideas that defined its early development. This talk is one of a lecture series held monthly, exploring shared themes from the individual perspectives of our speakers and reflecting the continuing debate that makes Stowe so compelling.
This lecture reviews Sir John Vanbrugh’s time and work at Stowe, examining the archaeological evidence for his buildings both at Stowe House and within the garden. It considers how Lord Cobham drew upon the talents of Vanbrugh and Charles Bridgeman to shape a new landscape vision that reflected his political and philosophical outlook.
Doors open for this event at 5.45pm and there shall be a 60-minute talk followed by audience questions.
Booking for this event is essential. The ticket price is £3.50 and tickets can be booked through the Stowe House website.
Buckingham WI: Candle Making
Create your own beautiful candles in this hands-on crafting session.
Visitors are always welcome at a cost of £4.00, which includes tea, coffee and cake.
For more information please email them at buckinghamwi@gmail.com
B-Muses (The Buckingham Poets)
B-Muses is a local and open community for all who have a lyric to air or a poem to share.
Take along a poem that you have written or read.
They meet on the last Tuesday of the month, starting at 7.30.
It is held at the Woolpack, Buckingham and is free to join.
For further details, contact Paul Moss at pmoss.biz@btopenworld.com
Stars at Stowe - Stargazing
Prepare to embark on a mesmerising journey through the cosmos beneath a breath-taking starlit canopy!
Join us, in collaboration with UK Astronomy, for an unparalleled opportunity to delve deep into the mysteries of our solar system and its celestial wonders, all against the backdrop of Stowe’s enchanting surroundings. Our evening commences with an enthralling talk that unravels the enigmatic tales of our solar system. Discover the captivating stories behind the planets that have fascinated humanity for centuries, setting the stage for a night of unparalleled stargazing.
As twilight descends upon us, we’ll venture outdoors to the South Front, where telescopes to be shared amongst the group, await your eager gaze. Amidst a group of fellow stargazers, you’ll navigate the vastness of the night sky, guided by seasoned experts from UK Astronomy. They will help you track distant planets and constellations, bringing you closer to the cosmos than ever before. Full of knowledge, ask them any burning questions you have during the night.
Tickets are £12.50 for children and £18.50 for adults. Click here for booking.
Buckingham Repair Cafe
The Buckingham Repair Cafe is a group of local volunteers on a mission to encourage the community to repair and reuse items that would otherwise be sent to waste and recycling. Take along your broken household items, small electricals, torn clothing and blunt tools to see if their team can fix them.
Buckingham WI: Annual Meeting & Quiz
Whizz through the business, then test your knowledge in our ever-popular quiz.
Visitors are always welcome at a cost of £4.00, which includes tea, coffee and cake.
For more information please email them at buckinghamwi@gmail.com
Lino Print Winter Workshop
Make the most of the frosty views and create your own multi-layered winter-inspired lino print in a one-day artist-led workshop with expert printmaker Alexandra Buckle.
In this artist-led workshop, you will create a multi-layered lino print based on images or photographs that inspire you.
Alexandra Buckle is a former Royal Academy Exhibitor and Artfinder bestseller. She has exhibited in both Bucks and Oxfordshire Arts Weeks. Many of her pieces are inspired by local woodland areas, such as Stowe Gardens, Evenley Wood Garden, Stoke Woods, Waddesdon and Claydon. She is particularly drawn to interesting colour combinations and scenes with dramatic light. She has been teaching the art of lino cutting to all abilities since 2013, from beginners to artists wanting to try out a new technique.
B-Muses (The Buckingham Poets)
B-Muses is a local and open community for all who have a lyric to air or a poem to share.
Take along a poem that you have written or read.
They meet on the last Tuesday of the month, starting at 7.30.
It is held at the Woolpack, Buckingham and is free to join.
For further details, contact Paul Moss at pmoss.biz@btopenworld.com
Buckingham Repair Cafe
The Buckingham Repair Cafe is a group of local volunteers on a mission to encourage the community to repair and reuse items that would otherwise be sent to waste and recycling. Take along your broken household items, small electricals, torn clothing and blunt tools to see if their team can fix them.
Buckingham WI: Christmas Party
End the year with a festive cheer, friendly faces and delicious homemade treats.
Visitors are always welcome at a cost of £4.00, which includes tea, coffee and cake.
For more information please email them at buckinghamwi@gmail.com
B-Muses (The Buckingham Poets)
B-Muses is a local and open community for all who have a lyric to air or a poem to share.
Take along a poem that you have written or read.
They meet on the last Tuesday of the month, starting at 7.30.
It is held at the Woolpack, Buckingham and is free to join.
For further details, contact Paul Moss at pmoss.biz@btopenworld.com
Hamlet (15) at The Film Place
Of all Shakespeare’s tragedies, Hamlet is the one that most easily springs to mind and is considered by many as the most sought after role in the bard’s output. A glance at some of the notable actors who have famously portrayed the Prince of Denmark tells you of its continuing magnetism. Here, Riz Ahmed gives an electrifying performance in a thoroughly novel setting as he wrestles with his conscience in the corrupt court of his uncle, fighting the demons that the murder of his father has unleashed. Unabashedly contemporary, the court of Elsinore has been re-imagined within the elite Hindu society of 21st century London and the urban underworld that lurks beneath the glamour.
To book click here
Summer Bounce & BBQ
This year's PTA summer event at Lace Hill Academy is Bounce & BBQ
There shall be a selection of activities there, including a playground of inflatables, a barbecue, garden games and a tug of war.
The ticket prices on the door are £10 per child, £2 per adult, under 2's are free, (Please see their website for further information).
Early bird tickets are £8.50 per child (Early bird price valid until 9am 10th June)
Under 2’s are free
Buckingham Repair Cafe
The Buckingham Repair Cafe is a group of local volunteers on a mission to encourage the community to repair and reuse items that would otherwise be sent to waste and recycling. Take along your broken household items, small electricals, torn clothing and blunt tools to see if their team can fix them.
Sir John Vanbrugh and the Kit-Kat Club. A lecture at Stowe
Ophelia Field, author of The Kit-Cat Club, and Vanbrugh biographer Rory Fraser discuss the Club’s under-appreciated centrality to Vanbrugh’s eclectic career and to British culture. This talk is one of a lecture series held monthly.
Vanbrugh joined publisher Jacob Tonson’s Kit-Cat Club soon after The Relapse debuted on the London stage in late 1696, remained a member until the Club dissolved in the 1720s, and retained a deep fondness for its fellowship and friendships until the end of his life. Several key steps in his surprising career depended upon the patronage of Kit-Cat aristocrats, and this was no accident.
Field, author of The Favourite: Sarah Duchess of Marlborough, published her group biography of the Kit-Cats in 2008 – the first in-depth modern study of the Club – and argued that its far-reaching role in British politics and culture had been previously overlooked. Fraser’s forthcoming biography of Vanbrugh will extend this argument, showing how important it was for Vanbrugh to count himself among the Kit-Cat wits, and to pursue the patriotic cultural mission he shared with its other creative members.
Tying the story of the Club’s evolution and Vanbrugh’s involvement over several decades to the Stowe landscape, as developed by Kit-Cat member Richard Temple, 1st Viscount Cobham, this authors-in-conversation event will surface historical connections, conundrums and heated rivalries.
Key Information
· The event will proceed with a 45 minute talk followed by audience questions
Booking essential
Your free ticket includes a welcome drink on arrival
This event is free but booking is essential.
Click here to book
Lillingstone Lecture:The Impact of Climate Change on Insects, by Dr Richard Harrington
This lecture explores how climate change is reshaping the lives of insects — not just the pests that threaten crops, but also the beneficial species we rely on and those now at risk of disappearing altogether. With a particular focus on insects of conservation concern and pest species, it draws on decades of research led by Dr Richard Harrington during his time heading the Rothamsted Insect Survey, one of the world’s longest-running insect monitoring programmes. Although now retired, Dr Harrington remains deeply involved in entomology, contributing his expertise through voluntary roles with the Royal Entomological Society, the National Trust, and Butterfly Conservation.
The Lillingstone Lectures are a series of free lectures held at the Royal Latin School that are open to all members of the local community, not only to Royal Latin School families. To book a seat at any of these lectures, please see The Royal Latin School website for details.
Nature Makers Willow Weaving Workshop - Flower pots
Join this beginner-friendly workshop, which will be held within the Mill Barn, Manor Farm.
All materials are included and expert guidance shall be provided
Lovely refreshments are available from the Larder Cafe there
Perfect for anyone looking to learn a new craft in a peaceful rural setting.
Please book via Nature Makers’ website.
Gawcott Community Festival
Gawcott Community Festival at the Richard Roper Playing Fields, Gawcott
This excellent event shall include a dog show, children’s activities, food stands, live bands and much more
Dino Day at the Buckinghamshire Railway Centre
Dino Day is back at Buckinghamshire Railway Centre!
It shall be a ROAR-some day out that’s perfect for dino-mad children!!
The dinosaurs will be taking over once again, with appearances from Echo the Velociraptor, Scar the Spinosaurus, baby dinosaurs, and the Centre is especially excited to welcome Bronwyn the Brontosaurus!! They’ll be out on the grass near the Visitor Centre throughout the day, giving visitors the chance to meet them up close and learn all about them from the friendly Rangers.
There’s plenty more to enjoy there too, including steam train rides, the Railway Museum, model trains, and the miniature railway (£1.50 per person, under 3s go free), plus time to explore thebeautiful glass-roofed Visitor Centre.
Further information, including booking details are available through their website.
COYOTE UGLY NIGHT
Buckingham Pride Headline Event: Coyote Ugly Night
Get ready for the wildest night in town as Buckingham Pride presents our headline event — Coyote Ugly Night! 🤠🍻
Dust off your boots, throw on your best country-inspired outfit, and join us for an unforgettable evening filled with music, dancing, and party vibes.
What to Expect
Country party atmosphere
Music and dancing all night
Dress-up encouraged
Free shot for the first 20 guests dressed for the occasion
Important Information
18+ only
Whether you’re going full cowboy, cowgirl, or country glam, this is your chance to celebrate Pride with a little southern-style chaos.
We’ll see you on the dance floor! ✨
Adstock Musical Open Gardens
16 Gardens to visit, Music & refreshments in 2 gardens plus the local Choir to perform in the church, tea and cake in the village hall, tractor rides up to the Orchard, free car parking, and much more.
Entrance fee is £7 per adult, children go free and covers both days.
For full details and to book please visit - https://www.facebook.com/AdstockOpenGardens/
LGBTQ+ Community Day at The Amethyst Studio
A full day of connection, community & celebration in honour of Buckingham Pride Week at the Amethyst Studio in Buckingham.
11:00 - Guided Meditation
13:00 - Energy Healing Circle
16:00 - Talk on Queer Spirituality
Beginners Dressmaking
🧵 Learn How to Sew! 🧵
Join The Nimble Thimble for a fun, hands-on sewing session.
📅 Time: 10am – 4pm
💷 Cost: £55
Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to build confidence, this workshop will guide you through the basics in a relaxed and friendly environment.
✨ Bring your own pattern and fabric
✨ You’re welcome to come back and finish your project free of charge if you don’t complete it during the session
✨ Email jane@nimble-thimble.co.uk for pattern suggestions
Free Kids Craft Club Drop in at Buckingham Library
A free kids craft session, with the theme of ponds, this is suitable for children aged 3-10 years, two sessions available 10.15-11.15am and 11.15-12.15pm
There is no need to book and it is free to attend.
Mill Barn Market
The Mill Barn Market at Manor Farm, Bourton is a warm, community‑driven makers’ market.
Pride Parkrun
Starts at 9:00am and follows the usual Parkrun route.
Walkers are welcome to come along - there is no pressure to run. Dress in rainbow colours and take part in a 5k Pride Walk. Flags encouraged! Let’s celebrate love and inclusivity in Buckingham Pride Week!
Pillion at The Film Place
Screening of Pillion at The Film Place – 7:30pm for Buckingham Pride Week!
“Wallflower Colin (Harry Melling) leads a humdrum existence until he meets the impossibly handsome Ray (Alexander Skarsgård), a mysterious biker he is soon desperately devoted to. As Colin submits to Ray and enters an exciting new world of desire, he must decide the limits of his devotion.
Hilarious, subversive and sexy, PILLION is the acclaimed and surprisingly tender love story from writer-director Harry Lighton, starring Melling and Skarsgård in fearless performances as a mild young man and his leather-clad lover.”
Sandy Flaps Drag Show at The Grand Junction
Celebrate Buckingham Pride Week with a fabulous drag show at the Grand Junction.
Doors open at 7:00pm with the show starting at 7:30! Join local celebrity Sandy Flaps for a highly entertaining evening.
What is Pride? Why Pride? CANCELLED
CANCELLED DUE TO THE WHALE’S LANDLORDS CHANGING.
The Whale, Buckingham will be delivering an informative, interactive discussiom on ‘What is Pride?’. Discussing the history of Pride, Education, Awareness & Celebration with a Q&A session followed by DISCO BINGO from 8:45PM!
Free LGBTQ+ Yoga at Buckingham Community Centre
Join Mental Wellness Retreats for a welcoming and inclusive yoga session in celebration of Buckingham Pride Week.
Open to everyone — members of the LGBTQ+ community, allies, complete beginners, and experienced yogis alike.
Led by a qualified mental health nurse, this relaxing outdoor session takes place beside the calming river and beautiful willow trees in Chandos Park. A wonderful opportunity to unwind, connect, and celebrate community together. THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RELOCATED TO BUCKINGHAM COMMUNITY CENTRE DUE TO THE RAIN.
Lost Victorian Voices Exhibition
Lost Victorian Voices exhibition by Buckinghamshire Archives will be on display in the Buckingham Library for the whole of Buckingham Pride Week.
Lost Victorian Voices is a long-running research project created by Buckinghamshire Archives and funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, which seeks to uncover, explore and bring to life the stories of LGBTQ+ Victorians from Buckinghamshire.
There will also be a pride book display to browse too.
Howes The Florist Rainbow Display
To celebrate Buckingham Pride Week, Howes the Florist is inviting residents to visit their store and add to a Floral Rainbow display, with meaningful quotes and a rainbow of flowers to choose from. Creating beautiful art that shows the inclusive community in Buckingham.
Pride Week
Buckingham Town Council is proud to be coordinating Buckingham’s very first official Pride Week and is inviting local organisations, businesses, and community groups to get involved. The initiative was proposed by The King’s Head and aims to bring the community together in celebration of inclusion, visibility, and pride across the town.
If you are interested in hosting an event during Pride Week, please get in touch so we can help promote it and include it in the official programme.
To mark the beginning of Pride Month, the Town Council will once again raise the Pride flag on 1 June. We encourage businesses, organisations, and residents throughout Buckingham to join in and show their support for an inclusive and welcoming community.
Announced Pride Week Events
Wednesday 3rd June –
Thursday 4th June –
Queer Psychic Night at The Amethyst Studio – FREE
The Whale – Pride Talk & Q&A followed by Disco Bingo
Friday 5thJune –
Saturday 6thJune –
Throughout the Week –
Pride-themed book display at Buckingham Library
Lost Victorian Voices exhibition by Buckinghamshire Archives on display at the library
Many more events to be announced… Check back soon! Pride Picnic… Event at White Hart,
Lillingstone Lovell Open Gardens Weekend
Taking place over two days, there shall be 19 gardens open in Lillingstone Lovell for this event, along with an excellent selection of other events taking place around the village including a Plant Sale and a children’s treasure hunt.
Tickets for this event are purchased on the day at the gazebo.
Further information for this event is available at Lillingstone Lovell Open Gardens - 30th & 31st May 2026 - Visitor info
Royals at Stowe House - May half-term Family Trail and Crafts
This May half-term, step inside Stowe House for a family-friendly royal adventure through the State Rooms.
Follow our children’s trail as you explore the house, uncovering fascinating royal connections and taking part in engaging activities along the way. There’ll also be free self-led crafts where little ones can get creative with themed make-and-take activities and colouring.
Perfect for curious young minds, this relaxed and interactive experience is included with admission, making it an easy and enjoyable day out for the whole family.
Free with admission
Enjoy great value for a family day out: under 5s go free, children aged 6–16 are just £3, and adults £9.50. National Trust members receive discounted entry at £7.50, and Historic Houses members visit free.
Pre-book admission & find out more info
Song Sung Blue (12A) at The Film Place
Based on a true story, the film features a married couple who have previously found little success and who now form a joyous Neil Diamond tribute band. Peter Bradshaw in the Guardian says, “The feelgood flavour won’t prepare you for the way the plot savagely twists like an unsafe fairground ride. I actually had my eyes closed and my mouth open at certain points and was grabbing the seat in front of me with both fists. It may also yet prove that, yes, Hugh Jackman really is the greatest showman. This is a never-say-die story and its cheerful optimism makes it a calorific treat.”
To book click here
Learn to Crochet – Part 1
🧶 Learn to Crochet – Part 1 🧶
Ready to start your crochet journey? Join us for a relaxed beginner-friendly session!
📅 Saturday 30th May
⏰ 1pm – 4pm
💷 £25
✨ Perfect for complete beginners
✨ Learn basic stitches & techniques
✨ Friendly, supportive environment
Come along and create your first crochet project!
Lillingstone Lovell Open Gardens Weekend
Taking place over two days, there shall be 19 gardens open in Lillingstone Lovell for this event, along with an excellent selection of other events taking place around the village including a Plant Sale and a children’s treasure hunt.
Tickets for this event are purchased on the day at the gazebo.
Further information for this event is available at Lillingstone Lovell Open Gardens - 30th & 31st May 2026 - Visitor info
New and Nearly-New Clothes Sale
A wide selection of clothes shall be available for sale - Ladies', men's and children's clothes ~ Clothes & accessories ~High street & designer brands.
Please contact Manor Farm by email if you wish to sell clothes at this event.
That They May Face The Rising Sun (15) at The Film Place
In this dramatization of the much-loved John McGahern novel, Joe and Kate return from living in London to Joe’s rural Ireland. This subtle, gentle drama, sees them learning to fit in with their neighbours, finding a quiet stoicism, lyrically in step with the stirring compositions of cloud-swept hillsides and sheep being herded down deep lanes. Jonathan Romney in the Financial Times says, “With a sound design steeped in birdsong, and a spare piano score, here is a film that unwraps its mysteries slowly, revealing under its quiet surface the human condition writ delicate but deep”.
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Farmyard Fun-fest in aid of Helen & Douglas House
Singing with Gwen is hosting a joyful summer Singalong for little ones aged 0–4 at Manor Farm, Bourton, packed with music, dancing, actions, puppets, instruments, and plenty of giggles!
This lively session promises fun for babies, toddlers, and their grown-ups, all while raising funds for the incredible work of Helen & Douglas House, a children's hospice providing vital care and support to local families.
Tickets for sessions with singalong with Singing Gwen (10am or 11.15am) are available from: www.happity.co.uk/singalong-with-singing-gwen
Alongside this there will be games, crafts and activities for children in the Cafe yard and barns.
