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What's on in Deadman's Cross

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

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St Neots Weekly Auction

More details about one of our upcoming auctions.

Thu 23 JulW and H Peacock(4.4mi)

via W and H PeacockLocal gem

Food & Drink

Vintage Afternoon Tea

We serve tea and cakes on china crockery. There is a raffle and soft music. It is a really good afternoon for only £6.

Fri 24 Jul15:00Christ the King RC Church(4.9mi)

via Christ the King RC ChurchCurated

Community

Around £65

Summer Air Show

2026 marks the 90th anniversary of the first flight of the Spitfire, an aviation milestone that introduced one of the most influential fighter designs of WWII.

Sat 25 JulShuttleworth(3mi)

via ShuttleworthLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Bedford Weekly Auction

More details about one of our upcoming auctions.

Sat 25 JulW and H Peacock(4.4mi)

via W and H PeacockLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

The Legion of Mary

The Legion of Mary is a lay Catholic association whose members are giving service to the Church, on a voluntary basis, all over the world. See more details on the specific page .

Sat 25 Jul10:30Christ the King RC Church(4.9mi)

via Christ the King RC ChurchCurated

Likely freeHistory & Heritage

Bedford History Double Bill

Two very different topics, from very different eras, are covered in this summer double bill! The Town Transformed - Bedford 1939 - 1999, and The Great Siege of Bedford Castle, 1224. The afternoon will begin with well known local author Bob Ricketts...

Sun 26 JulEH Second Hand Bookstore(4.3mi)

via EH Second Hand BookstoreLocal gem

Likely freeHistory & Heritage

Bedford History Double Bill

Sun 26 Jul17:00EH Second Hand Bookstore(4.3mi)

via EH Second Hand BookstoreLocal gem

Community

Professional Studio Equipment & Lighting

TIMED ONLINE AUCTION Ending - Wednesday 29th July 2026 from 11:00am. Subject to staggered timing and the 10-minute rule.

Wed 29 Jul12:00W and H Peacock(4.4mi)

via W and H PeacockLocal gem

Likely freeWorkshops & Classes

Garden Style Rose Arrangement Class

Create your own garden-inspired rose arrangement in our hands-on flower school class. Explore Constance Spry–style designs with different roses, learn expert floristry techniques, and take home a beautiful flower arrangement.

Thu 30 JulBedfordshire Flower School(4.4mi)

via Bedfordshire Flower SchoolLocal gem

Community

In a Good Place by Neil Rowland: Book Launch

Join the author of the cult classic The City Dealer for the launch of his new novel, In a Good Place. We'll gather at The Eagle Bookshop for chats about Neil Rowland's work as an author and his previous work as a music journalist.

Fri 31 JulEH Second Hand Bookstore(4.3mi)

via EH Second Hand BookstoreLocal gem

Community

In a Good Place by Neil Rowland: Book Launch

Fri 31 Jul19:30EH Second Hand Bookstore(4.3mi)

via EH Second Hand BookstoreLocal gem

Community

Postal

Clophill Archery Club is putting on Postal and, honestly, we reckon it's worth a look. Their site has the full story.

Sat 1 Aug13:30Clophill Archery Club(2.9mi)

via Clophill Archery Club

Theatre

Puppy Play Date

Why not join your puppy pals for play date! Based at Eyeworth Village Hall this interactive session will be filled with fun and games

Sun 2 AugDogzaloud Canine Training and Behavioural Centre(3.7mi)

via Dogzaloud Canine Training and Behavioural CentreLocal gem

Community

Around £5.00

Antique Furniture & Collectors’ Items

Friday Prior 9am to 8pm Saturday Prior 9am to 1pm Thursday Prior 9am to 5pm Morning of sale from 9am

Fri 7 AugW and H Peacock(4.4mi)

via W and H PeacockLocal gem

Community

Around £5.00

Antique Furniture & Collectors’ Items

Friday Prior 9am to 8pm Saturday Prior 9am to 1pm Thursday Prior 9am to 5pm Morning of sale from 9am

Fri 7 Aug10:00W and H Peacock(4.4mi)

via W and H PeacockLocal gem

Community

Clifton Bury Farm

Overview The farm is bordered by the Ivel Navigable, walking is flat on grass tracks, about 3 miles. Birding Site(s) Site link Parking and meet up Parking, by permission of Donald and Valerie Brace, go down the farm drive, pass the farmhouse on the right and farm buildings on the left and park on the…

Sat 8 AugBroom East nature reserve(4.3mi)

via Broom East nature reserveLocal gem

Community

Around £15.00

NSRA Hot Rod Supernationals

Originally formed in 1972, the NSRA (National Street Rod Association) is the club of choice for UK rodding enthusiasts. As well as being the National organisation for hotrodders, each year the NSRA organises two of the UK’s largest hot rod show weekends, plus two major auto parts swapmeets, and two nostalgia drag racing event weekends.

Sun 9 AugShuttleworth(3mi)

via ShuttleworthLocal gem

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Venues with events near Deadman's Cross

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

Shuttleworth3.0 miles away Clophill Archery Club2.9 miles away

More about Deadman's Cross

Bedfordshire, England

Deadman's Cross is in Bedfordshire, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Deadman's Cross events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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