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What's on in Up End

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

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Workshops & Classes

Fun with Lace – afternoon workshop

Fun with Lace – afternoon workshop Discover the fascinating art of lacemaking in this fun, hands-on workshop for children. Perfect for young beginners, this 1.5-hour session introduces the traditional craft of lacemaking with a demonstration by experienced lace makers, followed by the chance to create your own small piece of lace to take home as ... Read more

Fri 24 Jul15:00Cowper and Newton Museum(4.8mi)

via Cowper and Newton Museum

Community

Piping Up and Harping On

Piping Up and Harping On!

Fri 24 Jul20:00Cowper and Newton Museum(4.8mi)

via Cowper and Newton Museum

Community

Around £12

Zest Friday Freestyle

Zest freestyle at The Addison Centre in Bedford Join us for a fantastic Ceroc dance night at The Addison Centre, your go-to venue in the heart of Bedfordshire. We’ve recently renovated, featuring a new sprung floor, upgraded lighting, and an enhanced sound system to elevate your experience. The music is generally upbeat with a mix of classic and modern Ceroc-friendly tracks played throughout the evening. Doors open at 7:45pm, with the last track played at 11:45pm. Our licensed bar will be open on Fridays, serving soft and alcoholic drinks. To support the bar, please don’t bring your own refreshments. Complimentary tea and coffee will still be available at 10 p.m. *£12 Pay at the door with cash or credit card* **As a thank you to our weekly class night dancers, we offer a substantial discount for members who dance back-to-back on Thursday & Friday evenings for a combined price of £16. That’s a £6 saving! Ask at the door during your next visit for details.**

Fri 24 Jul20:45Addison Centre(4.5mi)

via Addison Centre

Community

Create a Journal – with Girls Who Create

Create a Journal – with ‘Girls Who Create’ A hands on create session with Georgia Chick, where you will make a Journal that’s actually yours! We’ll be creating covers from faux or real leather, stitching the pages inside and decorating with cute charms. Everything you need is provided: materials, tools and templates (if you want them). ... Read more

Sat 25 JulCowper and Newton Museum(4.8mi)

via Cowper and Newton Museum

Foraging, Garden Wandering and Herbal Remedies (Adults and Kids)

Children & FamilyNature & Outdoors

Around £25

Foraging, Garden Wandering and Herbal Remedies (Adults and Kids)

Foraging, Garden Wandering and Herbal Remedies – Adults and Kids with Nicky Kenny £25 for Adult and child, and £5 for extra child For more information on this workshop and others available too, and to book click here: Book my place What to expect Join Nicky Kenny, home herbalist and nature enthusiast, for a ... Read more

Sat 25 JulCowper and Newton Museum(4.8mi)

via Cowper and Newton Museum

Community

British Dragonfly Society - Guided Dragonfly Walk - July 2026

Emberton Country Park is one of the best places in Buckinghamshire to enjoy a dragonfly and damselfly walk. With its peaceful lakes and sheltered ponds, the park offers perfect conditions for spotting these vibrant, fast‑flying insects throughout spring and summer.

Sat 25 JulEmberton Country Park(4.9mi)

via Emberton Country ParkLocal gem

CommunityFood & Drink

Coffee Morning (Last saturday of the month)

Coffee Morning (Last saturday of the month) is happening at Cranfield Village Hall. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Sat 25 Jul10:00Cranfield Village Hall(4.4mi)

via Cranfield Village HallCurated

Community

Create a Journal – with Girls Who Create

Sat 25 Jul11:00Cowper and Newton Museum(4.8mi)

via Cowper and Newton Museum

Community

British Dragonfly Society - Guided Dragonfly Walk - July 2026

Sat 25 Jul12:00Emberton Country Park(4.9mi)

via Emberton Country ParkLocal gem

Sports & Fitness

Bathing in Light – Yoga and Sound Journey

Bathing in Light – Yoga and Sound Journey For more information on this workshop and others available too, and to book click here: Book my place What to expect Join us for a morning dedicated to clarity and brightness. On Sunday 26th July, ShaktiCat Yoga & Becoming Oceanic invite you to join us in ... Read more

Sun 26 JulCowper and Newton Museum(4.8mi)

via Cowper and Newton Museum

Live Music

Around £10

Dan Evans and Cara Bo Garden Concert

Dan Evans and Cara Bo Garden Concert Booking your place: Book your ticket online by clicking HERE Alternatively ring ; ask in the Museum Shop or email (include the concert title and date in the email subject). Only 30 places available. If we are out of stock online, we may have more tickets available ... Read more

Sun 26 JulCowper and Newton Museum(4.8mi)

via Cowper and Newton Museum

Community

Safety Boating Support - Go Beyond [In-person]

NCKC Safety Boating Team Supporting the Swim section of the Go Beyond Relay Triathlon at Box End

Sun 26 Jul07:00Box End Park(3mi)

via Box End Park

Workshops & Classes

TKD Class

Another belter from Cranfield Village Hall. TKD Class — pop over to their site for the full lowdown.

Sun 26 Jul10:15Cranfield Village Hall(4.4mi)

via Cranfield Village HallCurated

Sports & Fitness

Pilates

The full scoop on Pilates lives over on Cranfield Village Hall's site. We're just the friendly messenger.

Mon 27 Jul10:00Cranfield Village Hall(4.4mi)

via Cranfield Village HallCurated

Sports & FitnessWorkshops & Classes

Chair-based exercise class

Something's afoot at Cranfield Village Hall and it goes by the name of Chair-based exercise class. Their site has the particulars.

Mon 27 Jul11:30Cranfield Village Hall(4.4mi)

via Cranfield Village HallCurated

Sports & Fitness

Yoga

We've tracked down Yoga at Cranfield Village Hall. For the rest of the intel, you'll want their website.

Mon 27 Jul18:00Cranfield Village Hall(4.4mi)

via Cranfield Village HallCurated

Community

Body balance stretch & tone

Right then — Body balance stretch & tone at Cranfield Village Hall. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Mon 27 Jul19:30Cranfield Village Hall(4.4mi)

via Cranfield Village HallCurated

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Venues with events near Up End

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

Box End Park3.0 miles away

More about Up End

Bedfordshire, England

Up End 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 Up End 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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