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Free Things This Weekend in Puckeridge and Standon

Good local plans needn't cost the earth. This page keeps an eye on the stronger free events nearby, so you can skip the faff and get straight to the promising stuff.

10 picks around Puckeridge and Standon, from 7 local venues. The map pin is doing actual work here.

25–26 July Near Puckeridge and Standon

Not every listing gets a golden ticket

We don't just scoop up anything with a £0 next to it. These picks still need to be nearby, useful, and properly explained, because 'free' is lovely but 'free and baffling' is less of a selling point.

Happening Saturday 25 July to Sunday 26 July.
Picked for Puckeridge and Standon, not somewhere halfway across the county.
Only Local Gems and Curated venues make the cut, because standards are still a thing.
Listings with proper descriptions get bumped up the list. Three words and a shrug will not do.

Our 10 picks near Puckeridge and Standon

Play In A Day1Free! (worth double-checking)

Play In A Day

at Museum of Enfield

10am -4pm Young people aged (12-17) will work with two professional theatre creatives to create an original performance inspired by their own stories and ideas. Location: Dugdale Arts Centre Who is it for? Young people aged 11–17 years. What to expect - A full day creative theatre workshop with two professional facilitators. - Devising an original performance using theatre, spoken word, and movement. - A live public showcase the following day. - A youth-led celebration of storytelling, creativity, and community. Theme “What makes Enfield home?” Participants will explore identity, culture, belonging, and community, creating a performance that reflects their experiences and perspectives. This is an opportunity for young people to share their voices and help shape how their community is seen. Whether you’re taking part, supporting someone, or coming to watch, join us in celebrating the creativity and talent of Enfield’s young people. Come and experience a brand new performance, created in just one day and shared with the community the next! Day 2 Sunday 26 July 2026

16.9 milesSat 25 Jul11:00
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Theatre
Soho Theatre Walthamstow’s Big Family Day2Free! (worth double-checking)

Soho Theatre Walthamstow’s Big Family Day

at Soho Theatre Walthamstow

186 Hoe Street, Walthamstow, London, E17 4QH We are a 5 minute walk from Walthamstow Central tube station, which is only 20 minutes from central London on the Victoria Line, and 15 minutes from Liverpool Street station on the Overground. There are numerous buses that stop nearby and outside the venue.

20.9 milesSat 25 Jul
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Children & FamilyTheatre

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Pr0t0typ33Free! (worth double-checking)

Pr0t0typ3

at St. Margaret's House

The Pr0t0typ3 exhibition showcases the explorations and experimentations created by Nihal during his 3-month artist residency at St Margaret's House. Building on from his pre-existing community carpentry practice, Nihal combines physical computing and experimental music to create multidisciplinary prototypes - a fusion of artistic expression.

24.9 milesSun 26 Jul
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Community
Tales Big Day Out4Free! (worth double-checking)

Tales Big Day Out

at Chickenshed

Big Day Out offers a variety of Big activities and even Bigger shows throughout the building and garden. In this Big Day Out the whole building becomes your playground, with fun round every corner.

18.2 milesSat 25 Jul13:50
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Community
Bedford History Double Bill5Free! (worth double-checking)

Bedford History Double Bill

at EH Second Hand Bookstore

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...

20.3 milesSun 26 Jul
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History & Heritage
Bedford History Double Bill6Free! (worth double-checking)

Bedford History Double Bill

at EH Second Hand Bookstore

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...

20.3 milesSun 26 Jul17:00
Local gemSee the details→
History & Heritage
Guided House Tour7Free! (worth double-checking)

Guided House Tour

at Kettle's Yard Gallery

Kettle's Yard is the University of Cambridge's modern and contemporary art gallery. Kettle's Yard is a beautiful house with a remarkable collection of modern art and a gallery that hosts modern and contemporary exhibitions.

22.8 milesSat 25 Jul
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Community
Morning Yoga Class8Free! (worth double-checking)

Morning Yoga Class

at Tramshed Community Centre

Visit us in Bethnal Green to practice yoga as a foundation for meditation - encouraging flexibility, strength and awareness of physical sensations.

25 milesSat 25 Jul11:00
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Sports & FitnessWorkshops & Classes
Lunchtime Meditation Class10Free! (worth double-checking)

Lunchtime Meditation Class

at Tramshed Community Centre

Join us in person to meditate with others in the LBC shrine room and develop your ability to work creatively with your mind. Ideal for complete newcomers and for those who want to keep learning.

25 milesSat 25 Jul14:00
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Wellness & WellbeingWorkshops & Classes

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