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What's on in Billington

The pub quizzes, craft fairs, and village fêtes the big sites miss — here's what's on around Billington.

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Workshops & Classes

Vietmanize Lantern workshop

Vietmanize Lantern workshop at Edlesborough Pavilion. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Wed 22 JulEdlesborough Pavilion(2.9mi)

via Edlesborough PavilionLocal gem

Festivals & Events

Carnival Commitee

The full scoop on Carnival Commitee lives over on Edlesborough Pavilion's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Wed 22 JulEdlesborough Pavilion(2.9mi)

via Edlesborough PavilionLocal gem

Community

Barclays Local

Book an appointment If you’d like to speak to us at a Barclays Local you can just come in. If it’s busy you might need to queue. Please book an appointment if you’d like to set a time and date. Important information You will find us in the Community Halls – please ring the bell outside and wait for our colleague. There are no counter or cash services here. Services Available Power of attorney assistance If you need to let someone access your accounts, or need to do this for someone else, we can discuss your options and help you register here. Fraud and scams advice We can show you how you can protect you and your family from fraud and scams. We can also help if you’ve been a victim. Payments and transfers We can help with regular and one-off payments, moving money between your accounts, domestic and international payments, and paying bills online. Digital banking help We can help with online banking, as well as managing and opening accounts, account queries, reviewing transactions and registering for new products on your phone, tablet or computer. Bereavement assistance You can let us know here if someone who banks with us has passed away. Money management If you’re in financial difficulty or have money worries, we can provide support, guidance and mentoring on money management and financial health.

Wed 22 Jul10:00The Dunstable Community Halls(4.6mi)

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Community

Get Fit With Leon

Not a gym person? You’ll fit right in. We help adults 50+ in Dunstable lose weight, move better, reduce pain, and regain energy with friendly, beginner-friendly small-group personal training.

Wed 22 Jul10:30The Dunstable Community Halls(4.6mi)

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Community

U3A Science and Technology

Leader/ coordinator: Peter T (acting temporarily) Note that this group is in need of a new leader/co-ordinator – could you do it? Aims and Objectives of the Group: To encourage and expand knowledge and interest in science and technology by talks and discussions given by members of the group and speakers from other organisations/businesses. Visits to places of interest are also arranged Any Expertise Needed: None, just an interest Equipment needed: None Max number permitted in the group: 30 Currently there are vacancies. Periodic membership subscription to cover hall rental. A Brief description of a Typical Meeting: We have a programme of talks/presentations on a wide variety of science or technology subjects given either by a member of the group or by an invited outside speaker. This is usually followed by questions and discussion. Alternatively we may watch a video borrowed from the U3A Resource Centre and occasional group outings are arranged.

Wed 22 Jul14:45The Dunstable Community Halls(4.6mi)

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Community

Puddings Night

The Way hasn't given us the full script, but Puddings Night has got "worth checking out" written all over it.

Wed 22 Jul19:30The Way(4.8mi)

via The Way

Community

Christ Embassy Church

The Dunstable Community Halls is being delightfully mysterious about Christ Embassy Church. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Wed 22 Jul20:00The Dunstable Community Halls(4.6mi)

via The Dunstable Community Halls

Workshops & Classes

Sewing Workshop

Sewing Workshop is happening at Edlesborough Pavilion. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Thu 23 JulEdlesborough Pavilion(2.9mi)

via Edlesborough PavilionLocal gem

Community

Games club

Games club. Edlesborough Pavilion. Date's on the card. That's the trailer — their site's got the main feature.

Thu 23 JulEdlesborough Pavilion(2.9mi)

via Edlesborough PavilionLocal gem

Likely freeTheatre

Summer of Play

Join us this summer for a season packed with fun, games, and outdoor adventures at Ascott’s Summer of Play. Whether you’re building, aiming, competing, or exploring, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy.

Thu 23 JulAscott House(3.2mi)

via Ascott HouseLocal gem

History & HeritageTalks & Lectures

The Heritage Park, Pitstone Green Museum, Evening Talk

Managed by Pitstone Parish Council, covers council and local information

Thu 23 JulTun Furlong Playground(4.7mi)

via Tun Furlong PlaygroundLocal gem

Community

Work party – to be confirmed

Coming to one of our work parties? Wear sturdy shoes, long trousers and work gloves. We provide tools like shears, clippers and litter pickers, plus some longer, thick gloves for thorny work. We usually stop midway for a tea and coffee break.

Thu 23 Jul09:30South Bedfordshire Friends of the Earth(2.7mi)

via South Bedfordshire Friends of the Earth

Sports & Fitness

Dawn Sawyer Fitness

I help women and men look, feel and move better through fitness, nutrition and lifestyle. I work with people who want to make themselves feel better and are committed to their health. I offer Community Pilates, Zumba, Aerobics & Lift & Lean classes. I love to help women stay strong & active regardless of age so they can keep doing the things they love.

Thu 23 Jul11:00The Dunstable Community Halls(4.6mi)

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Wellness & Wellbeing

Wellbeing Café

The Dunstable Community Halls is putting on Wellbeing Café and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Thu 23 Jul11:00The Dunstable Community Halls(4.6mi)

via The Dunstable Community Halls

Community

Around £7

Awesome Archaeology

Become an archaeologist for the day with our fun workshop!

Thu 23 Jul12:00Bosworth Battlefield Country Park(2.1mi)

via Bosworth Battlefield Country Park

Likely freeTheatre

Summer of Play at Ascott

back to Upcoming events at Ascott Skip to content Summer of Play at Ascott Get ready, set, play! Free event (admission applies) Join us this summer for a season packed with fun, games, and outdoor adventures at Ascott’s Summer of Play. Collect your map from the kiosk and head to the PLAY FIELD next to the Pavilion Tea Room to discover a range of exciting activities, including soft archery, XXL play blocks, giant garden games, and much more. Whether you’re building, aiming, competing, or exploring, there’s something for the whole family to enjoy. This event is FREE with admission. Simply collect your Summer of Play map from the kiosk on arrival and let the adventure begin!

Thu 23 Jul12:30Ascott(3mi)

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Theatre

Summer of Play

Thu 23 Jul12:30Ascott House(3.2mi)

via Ascott HouseLocal gem

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Venues with events near Billington

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Edlesborough Pavilion2.9 miles away Bosworth Battlefield Country Park2.1 miles away South Bedfordshire Friends of the Earth2.7 miles away

More about Billington

Bedfordshire, England

Billington sits quietly in Bedfordshire, a place where the village hall is the real heart of the community. The Billington Village Hall hosts everything from local plays to family nights out without needing to drive miles away. It is hard to find a spot more convenient for catching up with neighbours or seeing a familiar face on stage. You do not need to hunt through endless lists to find what is going on this week. Near Here keeps the calendar tidy so you can plan your evening around something fun rather than a chore. Just pop in and see what the locals are doing before they all head home for tea.

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