Things to Do

A tidy and trim lawn is something to be admired, and the sound of the mower and the smell of freshly cut grass epitomises hazy summer days, even if we don't all enjoy dragging the cutter around! This being 'No Mow May' you might have a little free time this weekend though, and Milton Keynes Museum has the perfect way to fill it; by attending The Old Lawnmower Club's annual rally at the Wolverton history hub. The cutting-edge club boasts 100s of members as curiosity in the machines through the years continues to grow – much like that grass! Anyone who has an interest in the development of these invaluable garden assistants will want to visit during the course of the weekend, with dozens of mowers expected to be lined up for inspection. Aside from the rare mowers on show from club members, the Museum’s own fine collection will be..

Mk Pride Festival is proud to announce that Nadine Coyle, Iconic Irish Icon, Girls Aloud singer and performer will headline this year’s event – a vibrant celebration of love, equality, and community – taking place on Saturday 13th September in Campbell Park, right in the heart of Milton Keynes. Set against the stunning backdrop of Campbell Park’s open green spaces and scenic city views, MK Pride offers the ideal setting for a day of music, celebration, and togetherness. And most importantly - MK Pride is completely free to attend, with no tickets required! - made possible by the generous support of sponsors and partners. Nadine, an iconic member of Girls Aloud and a proud ally to the LGBTQ community, will take to the Main Stage with a setlist full of high-energy pop anthems – including Sound of the Underground, Love Machine, and Something Kinda Ooooh. Alongside these chart-topping hits, fans can also look forward to her solo dancefloor favourite Go to Work, promising..

Peter James has sold 23 million copies of his crime thrillers worldwide with 21 consecutive UK Sunday Times number ones, as well as chart-toppers in Germany, France, Russia and Canada. He’s also a New York Times best-seller, his murder mysteries translated into 38 languages. Following on from the latest instalment of the hugely successful ITV series Grace, this month, the seventh adaptation of one of Peter’s thrillers, Picture You Dead, will visit Milton Keynes Theatre. Back home in Brighton, DSI Grace investigates a cold case that leads him to the secretive world of fine art, but beneath the respectable veneer lurks a dark underworld of deception and murder. Peter had the perfect person from which to learn about the veiled world of high-end art forgery – real-life forger David Henty. “Back in 2015, I co-wrote a book, Death Comes Knocking: Policing Roy Grace’s Brighton, with former Commander of Brighton and..

The news is depressing, but there is an antidote - a trip into theatreland, where the funnies come thick and fast in the month ahead. There is some grit too, though, for those requesting it. Pulse’s Sammy Jones has the round-up... If we carefully step over Picture You Dead at Milton Keynes Theatre, simply because all you need to know on that show is a couple of inches to your right, we’ll start this month’s theatre sweep with the arrival of Rob Beckett (May 11). The comedy A-lister is also a Radio 2 host, shares a major Podcast with fellow funnyman Josh Widdecombe and entertains with those Rob and Romesh Vs Sky shows. Rob once got smashed on Tequila with the boys in Queens of the Stone Age. We’ve been there ourselves. It’s not pretty, not clever, but it’s certainly fun. At the time. This tour, Giraffe, is a big..

Live Nation and top event promoters Cuffe & Taylor have announced pop-rock favourites McFly and genre-defining trailblazers The Human League as the latest headliners for TK Maxx Presents Bedford Summer Sessions 2025. These latest headliners join previously announced Supergrass, Simple Minds, Rag’n’Bone Man for a Bedford Park summer takeover throughout July. Tickets are now on sale: smmrsessions.com / ticketmaster.co.uk. On Sunday 13 July, McFly will light up the stage at Bedford Summer Sessions, bringing their high-powered energy to Bedford Park. It’s been 21 years since the band first burst onto the scene with breakout hit “Five Colours In Her Hair,” evolving into one of the UK’s most successful acts. With seven UK number-one singles, including “All About You” and “Star Girl,” alongside seven Top 10 albums and over 10 million sales, McFly have earned multiple Platinum certifications and a BRIT Award for Best British Pop. Fresh from celebrating their 21st anniversary with two sold-out O2 Arena shows, McFly will deliver a set that reflects on their impressive career..

Bank Holidays are perfect for partying, and you’ll not find a better way to let your hair down than with that giant name in dance, Ultra Vegas, which has one hell of a day for you on Sunday, May 25 – 12 hours of delicious DJ heaven, from midday to midnight. The team at UV are doing things a little differently for this mammoth Donate 2 Dance session, which is being hosted at The Shoulder of Mutton in Calverton - admission is only by registration. Don’t be tempted to rock up on the day, or you will be sent home with your tail between your legs while all your pals party hard. If you do things the right way, you’ll have access to 50 artists, DJs and producers who will operate across three arenas, two of them outdoor under canvas, and one indoor space. Organisers are calling it ‘a full-throttle,..

For more than two decades The Dollyrots have been doing the music business on their own terms, and they’ve done a mighty fine job of navigating it. Bassist Kelly and guitarist Louis have an unwavering DIY ethos, and an ability to cut punk rock perfection – there are more than 2000 shows played, and plenty of albums of material for you to indulge in. Those releases have been issued through a number of labels, including Lookout! Records, Joan Jett’s Blackheart Records, and Wicked Cool, which was founded by ‘Little Steven’ Van Zandt. Recent elpee Night Owls has been described as ‘a sugar-rush of joyous pop-punk and party-starting rock & roll.’ This duo are a unit away from the spotlight too, and have raised two kids on the road. River and Daisy grew up with green rooms instead of playgrounds and soundchecks instead of bedtime stories. Sounds pretty good from here...

Local children’s charity Ride High, based in Milton Keynes, is inviting the community to get on their bikes and ride for a purpose at their very first Ride MK Cycling Festival, taking place on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at Furzton Lake. The event invites individuals of all ages and abilities to jump in the saddle for an unforgettable day of cycling, fitness, and fundraising in support of local children. Participants can join as an individual or team to take on one of four carefully planned routes. Choose from one of the following; 100-mile or 50-mile road routes, 20-mile redway route (sponsored by Santander Cycles MK), 1.6 mile Ready-Set-Go Route for children (sponsored by Brioche Pasquier UK). All participants will receive a medal and both cyclists and spectators are invited to enjoy a ‘festival feel’ to celebrate their achievements. A highlight of the event is the 20 mile redway route providing..

A new Museum has opened in the heart of the new city, and this one is guaranteed to appeal to kids of all ages. Sammy Jones spoke to the man responsible for bringing Brickz alive... Less than four years ago, Milton Keynes welcomed a new addition to its attraction list, and the National Film & Sci Fi Museum has proven a big hit with its ridiculously cool exhibits. Props, costumes, art and footage from some of the biggest films have been assembled within its space; movie moments spanning Star Wars to Indiana Jones and Harry Potter to Marvel. Later, the Pixel Bunker retro arcade opened its doors from the same site at Lloyds Court. And now, there is a third attraction under the roof: Brickz - the Museum dedicated to all things LEGO®. None of these things have happened overnight, but they are all from the mind of dedicated collector..

It’s not every day you see a baby camel, especially one just learning to stand on four wobbly legs! Woburn Safari Park is thrilled to announce the arrival of a male Bactrian camel calf, born on 22 April to proud parents Rita and Khan. Protective mother Rita nuzzles her newborn Bactrian calf climbs unsteadily to his feet Still finding his feet, the fluffy youngster is sticking close to mum and delighting visitors from his paddock near the Road Safari entrance. This is Rita’s second calf and a particular milestone for the Park, marking the first baby camel here in three years. But wait… are baby camels born with humps? Surprisingly, no! It takes around 10–12 months for a baby camel to develop these iconic humps. Here are a few more camel facts that might just surprise you: No humps yet – baby camels are born without fully formed humps, they..

This May marks one year since Unity Place fully opened its doors in the heart of Milton Keynes - and what a year it’s been. As we hit this milestone, it feels only right that it lands alongside Love MK Day - a city-wide celebration of everything that makes Milton Keynes bold, brilliant, and built for the future. Because let’s be honest: there’s nowhere quite like Milton Keynes. This is a city that doesn’t wait around. It moves. It builds. It tests, scales, and delivers. From driverless buses and robot deliveries to the UK’s largest fleet of autonomous service robots - innovation isn’t a buzzword here, it’s business as usual. No wonder Milton Keynes is ranked among the UK’s top ten cities for start-ups. It’s fast, fearless, and future-focused. Unity Place was designed to slot right into that energy. Sitting just steps from the train station, we’re the first welcome..

Campbell Wharf Marina, owned by The Parks Trust, celebrates a significant double achievement of 5 Gold Anchor status and Clean Marina accreditation. The Yacht Harbour Association’s (TYHA) Gold Anchor Award scheme has assessed and recognised Campbell Wharf Marina’s exceptional facilities, outstanding customer service, and excellent operational standards. Campbell Wharf Maria joins a select few marinas globally that have achieved the prestigious accolade of 5 Gold Anchors. The judging process reviews all aspects of the marina including customer feedback and a mystery shopping initiative to gather insights into the customer experience. David King, Property Director at The Parks Trust says “We’re very proud that the city’s landmark marina has been recognised with this outstanding award. It is testament to the work of the team managing the site, and we share our huge congratulations to them. Securing the Five Gold Anchors award demonstrates our commitment to provide the best possible experience for our moorers.”..

Get ready to raise the woof at this year’s Big Doggie Do! Fetch the lead and get set for the dog show at MK’s biggest pooch party at Willen Lake in only 2 weeks (17th and 18th May). The main arena dog show, sponsored by MK Vet Group, runs on both days with the following categories: 1.15 - 2.30pm (Saturday) and 12.15 – 1.30pm (Sunday) Most Handsome Fella (Male dogs 6 months+) Best Dressed Dog Best Biscuit Catcher Young Owners Award (Young handlers aged 7-14 years old) Rehomed Rovers 3.45 - 4.45pm (Saturday) and 2.45 – 3.45pm (Sunday) Most Beautiful Bitch (Female dogs 6 months +) Golden Oldies (Dogs ages 8 years+) Youthful Yearlings (Dogs aged 6 months – 1.5 years) Waggiest Tail Judges Jewels (Dog the judges would most like to take home) Further information on categories can be found at theparkstrust.com/bigdoggiedo Entries are £1 per dog per category, cash only. For safety,..

Midsummer Place is proud to host a heart-warming and nostalgic event on Thursday 8th May to celebrate VE Day. This special occasion will feature a two-hour musical journey through the 1940s, 50s, and 60s, brought to life by the joyful and energetic team from Ragdolly Annas. Taking place in the heart of the Midsummer Place Boulevard, the event has been thoughtfully designed for care home residents, blending music, memory, and movement into an unforgettable afternoon of celebration. In partnership with Ragdolly Annas, the event begins with the announcement of war and travels through key historical moments leading up to VE Day, the jubilant post-war celebrations, and into life in the decades that followed. The journey is soundtracked by iconic songs from the 1950s and 60s. "We're really proud to be hosting such a meaningful and uplifting event at Midsummer Place," says Kirsty McGiff, Marketing Manager at Midsummer Place. "It’s a..

Milton Keynes Museum takes history off the page and brings it to life with the return of its popular history festival on 10th and 11th May. The fascinating, family-friendly event promises to be a colourful, lively, engaging weekend walking you through the past and letting you get closer to our ancestors who were living, working, fighting and playing during key periods in this area's history. From the Roman period through to the early 20th century, reenactors will be giving an insight into how life used to be in the place that is now a bustling new city. The Vicus Romans will visit, and there will even be the opportunity to buy authentic Roman goods from a trader. You can meet the Chanz des Reis, who will take you back to civilian, military and religious life in the High Medieval age – from the reign of King William the Conqueror to King..