General Events
- Friday 15th November, 4:20pm - Until Sunday 15th December, 7:00pm
Come and explore the world-famous Shuttleworth Collection and Swiss Garden in a way you’ve never seen them before!
- Tuesday 19th November, 6:00pm - Until Wednesday 20th November, 4:00pm
Get ready for an unforgettable shopping experience at The Safari Lodge with the annual Luxury Gift Fair!
- Saturday 30th November 10:00am until 2:00pm
All of your Christmas Shopping needs under one roof at the Shefford Christmas Craft Fair, 30th November 2024, 10am-2pm.
- Monday 2nd December 11:00am until 3:00pm + More Dates
Join us at Wrest Park for a Wreath Making Workshop!
- Saturday 7th December, 10:00am - Until Sunday 8th December, 4:00pm
Explore the grand rooms and grounds of Shuttleworth House and Garden Suite and meander around a variety of local food, craft and gift stalls.
- Saturday 7th December 7:30pm until 9:30pm
A feast of seasonal music and congregational carols
- Sunday 8th December 11:00am until 4:00pm
The Bedford Christmas Gift & Craft Fair will take place on Sunday 8th December 2024, 11am-4pm at John Bunyan Sports Centre, Mile Road, Bedford, MK42 9TS
- Saturday 14th December 9:00am until 1:00pm + More Dates
The Shefford Community Market take places on the 2nd Saturday of each month, 9am-1pm, running between Morrisons and the High Street.
- Saturday 15th February 7:00pm until 10:30pm
The Plot
At an exclusive, luxurious, romantic resort, couples come to ignite, rejuvenate or repair their relationships with fine food, relaxing surroundings and exceptional entertainment.
Guests and...
- Saturday 22nd February, 10:00am - Until Sunday 23rd February, 4:00pm
For one weekend only, take a look behind the scenes at what it takes to restore, rebuild, maintain and operate one of the world’s most extensive collections of working vintage agricultural exhibits, veteran...
- Friday 28th February 7:30pm until 9:30pm
Following a sell-out show last year, TV favourite Ed Byrne returns to Bedford with British Comedy Guide's No 1 Comedy show of 2023 and his most personal show to date.
- Sunday 11th May 9:00am until 6:00pm
Join us as we kick off our 2025 flying season in style with our Season Premiere air show.
- Saturday 31st May 9:00am until 9:00pm
Our most highly anticipated air show returns for 2025 as we present a fully packed day of events and activities celebrating all of those who have given their service on land, in the air, and at sea.
- Sunday 15th June 10:00am until 4:00pm
Looking for a unique way to treat Dad or Grandad this Father’s Day? We’ve got you covered with the opportunity to take a seat in our very own Collection Spitfire.
Let the special man in your life take...
- Saturday 28th June, 9:00am - Until Sunday 29th June, 9:00pm
Back by popular demand, Festival of Flight returns for a second year!
- Saturday 12th July, 10:00am - Until Sunday 13th July, 6:00pm
Back for it’s second year, join us for an unforgettable day with our Summer Fete at Shuttleworth House on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th July 2025, where we’ll transform the picturesque grounds into a...
- Saturday 26th July 9:00am until 9:00pm
Spend a summer’s evening with us as we open our gates for a fun and relaxed family air show.
- Sunday 10th August 10:00am until 5:00pm
Old Warden (Shuttleworth)
Shuttleworth’s Old Warden Park plays host to our second major Hot Rod show of the year NSRA HOT ROD SUPERNATIONALS 2025. The event is packed with activities, entertainment, trade...
- Saturday 16th August 12:00pm until 10:00pm
Grab your bunting and wave those flags as we welcome the return of our incredibly popular Flying Proms.
- Saturday 30th August 9:00am until 8:00pm
Don your bowler hats and wave those flags as we celebrate the incredible achievements of aviation and automation in Great Britain.
- Friday 12th September, 9:00am - Until Monday 15th September, 5:00pm
Attracting over 15,000 visitors each year, the Bedford Steam Engine Preservation Society aims to give an insight into the country life at the turn of the 20th Century when steam was in its hey day. Many...
- Sunday 5th October 9:00am until 6:00pm
Strap in for an action-packed day celebrating the icons of speed both on the ground and in the air.