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What's on in Greatgap

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

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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

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(1.1mi)

via Tun Furlong PlaygroundLocal gem

Workshops & Classes

Sewing Workshop

Sewing Workshop. 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

Community

Games club

We keep tabs on Edlesborough Pavilion so you don't have to. Games club caught our eye — see if it catches yours.

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(4.7mi)

via Ascott HouseLocal gem

Theatre

Summer of Play

Thu 23 Jul12:30Ascott House(4.7mi)

via Ascott HouseLocal gem

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(4.9mi)

via Ascott

Community

Thursday Pizza Party – Boomting Pizza

Local legends Boomting Pizza will be on site slinging the tastiest gourmet slices – from 5pm.

Thu 23 Jul18:00The Piggeries Taproom and Courtyard(3.4mi)

via The Piggeries Taproom and Courtyard

Community

Around £2

Pub Quiz

Shake off the midweek blues with our next classic Pub Quiz at The Piggeries Taproom and Courtyard.Hosted on Thursday July 23rd, local quizmaster Ben Marston will take centre-stage once more, guiding punters through a light-hearted, yet competitive quiz.Winners will take the glory with exciting prizes (announced very soon). Our event starts at 7pm – £2 per person on the door.In a similar fashion to our sell out pub quizzes prior, no pre-payment is required though reservations are strongly recommended.Book for free now through the link below. Act quick to claim your spot.WHAT: Pub QuizWHERE: The Piggeries Taproom and Courtyard, Dunsley Farm, HP23 6HAWHEN: Thursday July 23rd, 7:30-9:30pm (bar open throughout)PRICE: £2pp, pay on the night, in cash pleasePRIZE: TBAFORMAT: Multiple rounds of themed questions, including two brief intermissions.BOOKING: Book your table for free below. Maximum team size = eight. Any teams with more than six participants will incur a points penalty per additional attendee. Team names and exact team numbers processed on night. Maximum one table per order.FOOD AND DRINK: The Piggeries Taproom and Courtyard will be open for drinks and snacks from 5pm and then throughout. Gourmet scotch eggs will be available alongside proper pub snacks such as scratchings, crisps, nuts and pickled eggs. Takeaway food may be brought in/ordered to the farm.

Thu 23 Jul20:30The Piggeries Taproom and Courtyard(3.4mi)

via The Piggeries Taproom and Courtyard

Workshops & Classes

Glass fusion workshop

Glass fusion workshop at Edlesborough Pavilion. Consider this your nudge. The organiser's site is your next stop for the details.

Fri 24 JulEdlesborough Pavilion(2.9mi)

via Edlesborough PavilionLocal gem

Likely freeTheatre

Summer of Play at Ascott

Fri 24 Jul12:30Ascott(4.9mi)

via Ascott

Community

Friday Feast – Sunshine Tacos

Friday Feast at The Piggeries Taproom and Courtyard. Sunshine Tacos will be on site serving up delicious authentic tacos, including Barbacoa-style beef, nacho side plates and more – 4pm onward.

Fri 24 Jul17:00The Piggeries Taproom and Courtyard(3.4mi)

via The Piggeries Taproom and Courtyard

Live Music

Live Music Nights

Come along to the free live music nights at St Mary's on Friday 26th June and Friday 24th July 2026. There will be a licensed bar available so bring your family and friends for a fantastic evening of live music in the grounds of St Mary's church.

Fri 24 Jul18:30St Mary the Virgin Church(3.8mi)

via St Mary the Virgin ChurchLocal gem

Festivals & Events

Linslade Canal Festival

Join us for a day of celebration as the popular Linslade Canal Festival returns to Tiddenfoot Waterside Park. You can find Leighton Buzzard Art Society in the big tent right by the carpark, enjoying a full day of fun and art. We are organising a community event, which will involve drawing, painting and postcards! As always we’ll also have art for sale, prints and cards. We look forward to seeing you there.

Sat 25 Jul12:00Tiddenfoot Waterside Park(4.6mi)

via Tiddenfoot Waterside Park

Likely freeTheatre

Summer of Play at Ascott

Sat 25 Jul12:30Ascott(4.9mi)

via Ascott

Community

Saturday Brewery Tour

Beer on a Saturday afternoon. Why not? This popular brewery tour is designed for groups of all sizes. Saturday brewery tours are conventionally run twice a month (please look at the calendar for exact dates) and provide you with an opportunity to discover more about the brewery, our beers and how we make them. Calendar dates are conventionally published with three month’s notice, in line with staff availability. Included in the price is a tutored tasting session, with samples of delicious, fresh beer!

Sat 25 Jul15:00Tring Brewery Co(3.4mi)

via Tring Brewery Co

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Venues with events near Greatgap

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

Edlesborough Pavilion2.9 miles away Tun Furlong Playground1.1 miles away

More about Greatgap

Buckinghamshire, England

Greatgap sits quietly in Buckinghamshire and does a lot with very little space to spare. The village hall manages to keep things moving without needing a stadium-sized crowd, while local parks offer perfect spots for a quick game of cricket or just sitting on a bench watching the clouds drift by. It is a place where you can find exactly what you need without having to travel miles to get it. There are plenty of reasons to drop in even if you are just passing through on the A40. The community centre hosts regular gatherings that make neighbours feel like proper friends, and the library keeps books flowing out faster than anyone can read them. You do not have to look far for entertainment here, as good times often happen right down the road.

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