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11th August 2023

City Councillor donates hundreds of pounds to local church

A local Lib Dem councillor has used half of her ward donation to help fund a local church fete. Lib Dem Councillor Marie Bradburn, who represents Bradwell, donated £500 to St Lawrence Church in Bradwell Village. The money has been put towards providing family friendly and fun activities at the summer fete, which is taking place this week, on Saturday 12 August from 11-4pm. Tomorrow, you can enjoy a variety of entertainment, from live music, dancing, and bellringing. There will be plenty to eat and drink with a beer tent run by local Bradwell pub, The Victoria Inn, an ice..

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11th August 2023

Don’t miss the Willen Hospice Cycle Sportive this September

Willen Hospice is inviting cycling enthusiasts to take part in their popular Cycle Sportive on Sunday 3rd September. The event is kindly sponsored by Mercedes-Benz Financial Services and supported by Broughton Cycling Group (BCG). This year there are three new routes to choose from; 35 miles, 65 miles, and a 100 miler. Each route starts from The Good Gym MK, in Kiln Farm, heading out into the countryside, passing through the beautiful areas surrounding Milton Keynes. The Cycle Sportive is open to individual cyclists or teams wishing to ride together. There will be food and water stations on all routes..

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10th August 2023

Unwrap the history of creativity in Milton Keynes’ parks

Heritage Open Days set to uncover the creativity hidden within the picturesque parklands of Milton Keynes. The Parks Trust are excited to announce a series of Guided Walk & Talk events which will an exciting glimpse into MK’s innovative landscape design, wildlife conservation, and the fascinating historical narratives within the city's green spaces. Enthusiasts of art, history, and nature alike are invited to join Parks Trust experts to unveil the intricate tapestry of Milton Keynes' Parks. From woodland ridges to vibrant wildflower meadows, attendees will learn about the delicate art of managing these landscapes and the balance of nature and..

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8th August 2023

Midsummer Place crowns two families as part of their VIP Families

Midsummer Place Shopping Centre is excited to announce the crowning of their very own VIP Families. Midsummer Place received dozens of entries and had such an incredible response that it was impossible to pick one, so two winners were picked. Lisette Esio (www.instagram.com/thestylishmum_) and Lydia Rooney (www.instagram.com/rooneyadventures). Lisette is a project manager and has a passion for blogging and content creation and is married to Chicco Esio with four beautiful children. Lydia is mother of four who works in Marketing and married to Liam Rooney love exploring new places and adventures as a family, which they share online. [caption id="attachment_28006"..

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8th August 2023

Keep calm and attend Milton Keynes Museum’s 1940s Weekend! 2 & 3 September

You definitely don't want to keep mum about the next big event at Milton Keynes Museum – the return of the hugely popular 1940s weekend is happening on September 2 & 3, and the Museum is promising no rationing of entertainment at the big bash which offers something for all ages. With the country involved in conflict for half the decade, times were tough, but that just made everyone even more keen to find enjoyment where they could – and music played its part in raising spirits. Big players back then included Glenn Miller and Bing Crosby, and the Museum has its..

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8th August 2023

MyMiltonKeynes launches Summer in my City Campaign

Looking for free activities to keep the kids occupied this summer? MyMiltonKeynes might have the answer with the launch of its new ‘Summer in my City’ campaign which will run across the city centre and encourage the exploration of new sites – there’s also an opportunity to win some fantastic prizes too! ‘Summer in my City’ will run until Sunday, September 3 and to participate, simply download and print an A5-sized map, or collect one from several key locations across Central Milton Keynes. This exclusive map will guide participants to eight different locations, with clues at each point, and feature..

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1st August 2023

Finalists Announced for the Highly Anticipated English Curry Awards 2023

Maaya Indian Kitchen & Bar is yet again one of the finalists in the Curry Restaurant of the Year & Chef of the Year categories. The English Curry Awards, the prestigious culinary event that celebrates the finest talents in the English curry industry, is pleased to announce the finalists for its 2023 edition. The awards ceremony will take place on 14th August at the illustrious Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre, where the nation’s curry connoisseurs will gather to recognise and applaud the exceptional achievements of the curry sector. Now in its 12th year, the English Curry Awards continues to shine a..

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1st August 2023

Panda Woo Brings Chinese Bao Delights to Midsummer Place

Last week, Midsummer Place saw the launch of its latest ‘world’ eatery with the opening on Chinese street food vendor, Panda Woo. Located in the newly refurbished Boulevard that has seen several other small and independent businesses open, Panda Woo promises to deliver the authentic taste and delight of Chinese Bao, as well as an array of traditional Asian street foods. Owned by the entrepreneurial team behind Maaya Indian Kitchen and the Blossom Room in The Hub, the owners comprise of Leigh Strathearn, also Managing Director at Perception PR, Mo Abdul, also owner of Calcutta Brasserie and Pasha, Michelle Chen,..

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25th July 2023

Last chance to win £2,000 in the Willen Hospice Summer Draw!

Local charity, Willen Hospice, are encouraging residents to get their Summer Draw tickets before the closing date on Friday 28th July, to be in with a chance of winning £2,000! The Summer Draw is held annually to raise funds for the Hospice, and last year it helped to raise over £17,000. Tickets are just £1 each, and players can buy as many as they wish. Everyone who enters has a chance to win the top prize of £2,000, the second prize of £500 or one of ten £50 runner up prizes. Summer Draw tickets are available to buy online at..

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20th July 2023

Midnight Moo unites community and raises more than £100,000 for end-of-life care

On Friday night, 1,000 fundraisers took part in Willen Hospice’s annual Midnight Moo event, sponsored by Specsavers MK. The Midnight Moo is the charity’s flagships event, and this year it raised over £100,000 to help fund the end of life care and support the charity provides across Milton Keynes Midnight Moo’ers, complete with flashing headbands, garlands and wings, made for an incredible sight as they completed their 5 or 10 mile sponsored walk across Milton Keynes at night. The event began and finished at Midsummer Place Shopping Centre, with walkers setting off at 10pm. MKFM were broadcasting live with DJ..

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20th July 2023

MK Health Walks stride on with The Parks Trust

As the charity caring for the parks, lakes and woodlands of Milton Keynes, The Parks Trust is delighted to take on the coordination of MK Health Walks. Launched by Milton Keynes City Council and The Parks Trust as part of a national scheme almost two decades ago, MK Health Walks enable people to make new friends, improve their health, stay active, and have fun outdoors for free. Created to help those with long-term health conditions, or who need support to remain physically active, the programme aims to improve and maintain the health and wellbeing of people who may be currently..

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1st July 2023

Learning to cook up a storm

Last month, Pulse Magazine contributor Emma-Rose Norris was lucky enough to be invited down to Milton Keynes Cookery School’s Street Food Evening Masterclass to learn the ropes of three very different, yet tantalisingly tasty, cuisines. The Beginnings The idea for MK Cookery School began one year whilst Bav – the owner – was working for Pizza Express; after having won best performing restaurant, the staff were treated to a team-building cookery experience at Venturi’s Table – the UK’s first corporate Cookery School. Bav, who has always had a passion for food, loved every second of her experience and realised that..

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28th June 2023

Sophie’s Street Feast in Milton Keynes Unveils Exciting Full Line up of Vendors

Sophie's Street Feast, the highly anticipated new food festival, is thrilled to announce the complete line-up of exceptional vendors set to tantalise taste buds at the event. On Sunday, 3rd September, food enthusiasts from Milton Keynes and beyond are invited to join us at MK City Discovery Centre, Bradwell Abbey for an unforgettable culinary experience. Sophie's Street Feast will celebrate the vibrant food culture and diversity in our community as well as supporting three amazing MK-based charities, Toybox, St Mark’s Meals and Girl Pack.  Whether you're a fan of international delicacies or crave local specialities, there will be something to..

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25th June 2023

Win £2,000 in the Willen Hospice Summer Draw!

One lucky person could be the winner of £2,000 this summer thanks to the Willen Hospice Summer Draw. The Summer Draw is held annually to raise funds for the local charity. Tickets are just £1 each, and can be purchased online through the Willen Hospice website, or in any Willen Hospice shop. Everyone who enters has a chance to win the first prize of £2,000, the second prize of £500 or one of ten £50 runner up prizes. Last year the draw raised over £17,000 for the Hospice. This money helps the charity to continue providing specialist, palliative care to..

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21st June 2023

Get closer to the natural world this #LoveNatureDay

The Parks Trust, the self-financing charity that looks after more than 6,000 acres of parkland in Milton Keynes, has joined forces with local nature groups to celebrate Milton Keynes’ natural world - and everyone is invited! Love Nature Day returns to Howe Park Wood on Saturday 1 July from 11am until 4pm. Aiming to bring local people closer to nature, there will be lots of fun things to do inside the Education and Visitor Centre and plenty to explore outside in the stunning local woodland too. What’s in store: Bug-hunting to find minibeasts Guided walks around the ancient woodland Bird-ringing..

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