Whats On and Things To Do Aylesbury

Lowthorpe House - Open Garden for NGS

The narrow hornbeam-lined drive, opens out to reveal a sunny, secluded acre garden, tucked away in the conservation area of Askett. Emphasis is on flowers in deep herbaceous borders; soft fruit cage, tree area, fern garden and grasses. Some interesting trees and conifers.

Lowthorpe House, Princes Risborough

Sun 1 Jul

The White House, Askett - Open Garden for NGS

A cottage garden surrounding a C17 thatched cottage (not open), with many flower borders, an ancient well in the small front garden, a secret garden, an evergreen border, pond, box edged herbaceous border and several peaceful seating areas.

The White House, Askett, Princes Risborough

Sun 1 Jul

Bucks Art Weeks

Bucks Art Weeks, the largest visual arts event in Buckinghamshire and one of the biggest in the country, has announced that the annual artistic extravaganza will take place 9-24 June 2018.

200 venues across Buckinghamshire and borders C/o Obsidian Art, Layby Farm, Old Risborough Road, Stoke Mandeville

Today to Sun 24 Jun

Turn End Trust - Midsummer Night’s Tour

Join Jackie Hunt, Turn End’s gardener for a glass of Pimms or cordial and a leisurely stroll to enjoy the scent and colour of midsummer in Turn End garden. Turn End consists of an award-winning house and an internationally renowned garden.

Turn End, Townside, Haddenham, Aylesbury, Bucks

Thu 21 Jun

Turn End Trust - Quiet Garden

Come and spend a leisurely day enjoying the tranquil environment of Turn End garden in early summer.

Turn End, Townside, Haddenham, Aylesbury, Bucks

Sat 23 Jun

Buckinghamshire Genealogical Society.

We at the Buckinghamshire Genealogical Society would like to inform you of our next meeting. 1910 and All That. Greg Davies tells us about the workings of the 1910 Domesday transcription project,a valuable addition to the society’s information about the county.

Southcourt Community Centre, Prebendal Avenue, Aylesbury, .

Sat 14 Jul

Tythrop Park - Open Garden for NGS

10 acres of garden surrounds a C17 Grade I listed manor house (not open). This large and varied garden blends traditional and contemporary styles; a pool border rich with grasses and a green and white theme, walled kitchen/cutting garden with large greenhouse, and at its heart a box parterre.

Tythrop Park, Kingsey

Sun 24 Jun

FestiRail Model Railway Exhibition

Presented by Risborough & District Model Railway Club The whole of the Community Centre is taken over for one day as part of the Princes Risborough Town Festival Week.

Community Centre, Wades Park, Stratton Road, Princes Risborough

Sat 7 Jul

Paul Kidby: Discworld and Beyond

Paul Kidby is best known as the illustrator of Terry Pratchett’s Discworld novels. This exhibition showcases his wonderful book covers and illustrations for Pratchett’s novels, including favourite characters like Rincewind, the Wee Free Men and of course, Death! A must-see for Terry Pratchett fans.

Buckinghamshire County Museum and Roald Dahl Childrens Gallery, Church Street, Aylesbury

Tue 19 Jun to Sat 23 Jun, Tue 26 Jun to Sat 30 Jun

WhizzFizzFest 2018

WhizzFizzFest, Aylesbury’s annual festival that celebrates children’s art and literature, is back on Saturday 30 June! With celebrity guests Dame Darcey Bussell and Dame Jessica Ennis-Hill headlining, this year is going to bigger and better than ever!

Aylesbury town centre

Sat 30 Jun

Aylesbury on Sea

We don’t have miles of golden sand or the sound of crashing waves, but Aylesbury Town Council will be bringing you Palm Trees to climb, donkeys to ride, sand pits to play in, a performance of Wind in the Willows to watch, tea-cups to ride in, singing to enjoy, deck chairs to relax in, a gyroscope to spin you (if you

Kingsbury

Sun 1 Jul

Fundraising Fish & Chip Quiz Night at Queens Park Arts Centre

Tuck into tasty fish & chips then test the little grey cells at our fundraising quiz, hosted by Grace & Faye. Teams (6 people max) must be booked in by 19th June.

Queens Park, Aylesbury

Sat 23 Jun

Creative Writing Course at Queens Park Arts Centre

Creative Writing with Claire Steele Big Myth Workshops One-day writing workshops, inspired by myths and legends. Places must be booked in advance – don’t forget to bring a packed lunch! Workshops are suitable students for aged 16+ For full details about each of these workshops please visit www.qpc.

Queens Park Arts Centre Queens Park Aylesbury Bucks

Sun 15 Jul

Static Bike Ride - 250km in One Day

Help us to ride 250km in one day on static bikes to match Ben Parry riding around the Chilterns. Ben’s wife has MS and he is riding 250km around Wendover and the surrounding area to raise money for the Centre. We want to match the same distance on static bikes at World’s End Garden Centre in Wendover.

World’s End Garden Centre Aylesbury Road Wendover

Sun 24 Jun

11 The Paddocks - Open Garden for NGS

Small peaceful garden with mixed borders of colourful herbaceous perennials, a special show of David Austin roses and a large variety of spectacular named Blackmore and Langdon delphiniums. A tremendous variety of colour in a small area.

11 The Paddocks, Wendover

Sat 23 Jun, Sun 24 Jun, Sat 7 Jul, Sun 8 Jul

Acer Corner - Open Garden for NGS

Garden designer’s garden with Japanese influence and large collection of Japanese maples. The enclosed front garden is Japanese in style.

Acer Corner, Wendover

Sat 23 Jun and Sun 24 Jun

Craft and Gift Market at Thame Town Hall by Mynt Image

Free to enter, quality and not on the high street Craft and Gift Market. Jewellery, handbags, leather goods, metal goods, textiles, beauty products, art, cards, etc etc

Thame Town Hall, High Street, Thame, Oxfordshire,

Sat 7 Jul, Sat 11 Aug

Jersey Boys /Beach Boys Tribute Act

Enjoy a summer chill and get down on it with our popular Jersey boys and Beach Boys Tribute Act Start your summer holiday early and enjoy one of the Spread Eagles very popular evenings Get some friends or family or work colleagues together and book your table by calling Amanada or Jenny on 01844 213 661 or

The Spread Eagle Hotel, Cornmarket Thame

Fri 29 Jun

Murder Mystery Dinner aboard a steam train

Sherlock Holmes mystery and suspense, unfolds before your very eyes as you enjoy dinner served on a heritage steam train along the foot of the Chiltern hills.

Chinnor Station, Station Road, Chinnor

Sat 23 Jun

Waddesdon Manor - The Silver Caesars: A Renaissance

For the first time in more than 150 years some of the most extraordinary and enigmatic treasures of the Renaissance, a set of 12 European silver-gilt-standing cups will be reunited and displayed together at Waddesdon Manor. These beautiful table ornaments celebrate the Twelve Caesars, notorious rulers of ancient Rome.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 20 Jun, Thu 21 Jun, Sat 23 Jun, Sun 24 Jun, Wed 27 Jun, Thu 28 Jun, Sat 30 Jun, Sun 1 Jul, Wed 4 Jul, Thu 5 Jul, Sat 7 Jul, Sun 8 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Water Garden Walk at the Dairy

Discover the beauty of the Water Garden. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy a free 45 minute peaceful walk around the beautiful Water Garden located in the grounds of The Dairy. Public access to this garden is limited and these guided walks only take place on Wednesdays. Originally built and pl. Booking Not Needed.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 20 Jun to Sun 24 Jun, Wed 27 Jun to Sun 1 Jul, Wed 4 Jul to Sun 8 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Riches of the Earth

Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild’s collection was full of objects made of precious materials: hardstones, minerals, silver and gold. Many examples of these extraordinary objects are still to be found throughout Waddesdon.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 20 Jun to Fri 22 Jun, Sun 24 Jun, Wed 27 Jun to Fri 29 Jun, Sun 1 Jul, Wed 4 Jul to Fri 6 Jul, Sun 8 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Glorious Years: French Calendars from Louis XIV to the Revolution

Glorious Years is a celebration of the power of the printed image before photography. An exhibition of rare calendars, published in Paris in 17th and 18th centuries.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 20 Jun to Sun 24 Jun, Wed 27 Jun to Sun 1 Jul, Wed 4 Jul to Sun 8 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Michael Eden

Michael Eden’s work sits at the intersection of craft, design and art. For this solo exhibition Eden, formerly a potter, explores contemporary themes through the reinterpretation of historical objects using digital means.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 20 Jun to Sun 24 Jun, Wed 27 Jun to Sun 1 Jul, Wed 4 Jul to Sun 8 Jul, Wed 11 Jul to Sun 15 Jul, Wed 18 Jul to Sun 22 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Introductory Walk

An introduction to the history of Waddesdon Manor. Join one of our volunteer garden guides on a 45 minute walk to explore the history of the gardens, the Manor and the Rothschild family. This walk goes through the grounds on paved and gravel paths. Hosted daily at 11.30am (also 2pm on Wed & Fri). Booking Not Needed.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 20 Jun to Sun 24 Jun, Wed 27 Jun to Sun 1 Jul, Wed 4 Jul to Sun 8 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Meet the Aviary Keeper

Meet our collection of rare and endangered birds. A free 20 minute talk on weekdays about the Aviary and its work, presented by a member of the Aviary team. Learn about the exotic collection of rare and endangered birds at Waddesdon and the important conservation work of this registered zoo. Restored.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 20 Jun to Sun 24 Jun, Wed 27 Jun to Sun 1 Jul, Wed 4 Jul to Sun 8 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Discovery Talk

Discover the history of Waddesdon Manor. A 20 minute talk by one of our House Guides, uncovering an aspect of Waddesdon’s extraordinary collection and history. A different topic will be covered each day, with guides discussing their areas of interest and expertise. Booking Not Needed.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 20 Jun, Fri 22 Jun to Sun 24 Jun, Wed 27 Jun, Fri 29 Jun to Sun 1 Jul, Wed 4 Jul, Fri 6 Jul to Sun 8 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - The Silver Caesars: A Renaissance Mystery

For the first time in more than 150 years some of the most extraordinary and enigmatic treasures of the Renissance, a set of 12 European silver-gilt standing cups will be reunited and displayed together at Waddesdon Manor.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 20 Jun to Sun 24 Jun, Wed 27 Jun to Sun 1 Jul, Wed 4 Jul to Sun 8 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Wine Cellars Talk

Discover the history of Rothschild wine. Have the history of the Rothschild wine brought to life in this free 20-minute talk on the Rothschilds and their wines. Talks are conducted by our expert house guides, who will take you on a journey through the history of over 15,000 bottles of historic w. Booking Not Needed.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 20 Jun to Sun 24 Jun, Wed 27 Jun to Sun 1 Jul, Wed 4 Jul to Sun 8 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Contemporary art & architecture tour

Join us for a tour of Flint House and Windmill Hill Archive. This is your chance to see exquisite interiors and artworks of two pieces of contemporary architecture on the Waddesdon estate, Windmill Hill Archive and Flint House.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Fri 22 Jun

Living History Weekend

Explore what life was like 100 years ago and see what you can discover. Join us for Living History Weekend and expect a fun day filled with re-enactors, displays from the Western to Home Front.

Waddesdon Manor Waddesdon

Sat 23 Jun

Waddesdon Manor - Living History Week

Join a whole host of re-enactors to commemorate the end of WWI. From the Western Front to the Home Front, explore life 100 years ago and see what you can discover. Booking Not Needed. Suitable for children. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Sat 23 Jun and Sun 24 Jun

Waddesdon Manor - Spotlight on the Art of Book Binding

Waddesdon houses some of the most luxuriously bound 17th- and 18th-century books in the country. Come and learn about the art of bookbinding and discover what a binding can tell us about its contents, previous owners and the industry that produced it. Booking Advisable. Phone: 01296 820414.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Fri 29 Jun

Waddesdon Manor - Waddesdon at War: stories of military service in the First World War

Join Catherine Taylor, Waddesdon’s archivist, to learn more about the research she has done into the impact of the First World War on the men of Waddesdon.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Fri 6 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Early Doors House Guided Tour

Join one of our expert guides for a tour on Waddesdon’s history and collection. Enjoy a tour of the ground floor before we open to the public. The tour will end with an exclusive viewing of the elephant automaton in action. Booking Essential. Phone: 01296 820414. Assistance Dogs only are welcome.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Fri 6 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Music at Windmill Hill: National Youth Choir Fellowship Octet

Join us for an evening of sublime a cappella choral music performed by the outstanding National Youth Choir Fellowship Octet. These eight young singers are part of a year-long educational programme which allows them to develop their skills as singers, conductors and workshop leaders.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Sat 7 Jul

Music at Windmill Hill: National Youth Choir Fellowship Octet

Join us for some memorable musical concerts in the spectacular setting of Windmill Hill at Waddesdon. An evening of sublime a cappella choral music performed by eight outstanding young singers.

Waddesdon Manor Nr Aylesbury

Sat 7 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Discovery Talk

Discover the history of Waddesdon Manor. A 20 minute talk by one of our House Guides, uncovering an aspect of Waddesdon’s extraordinary collection and history. A different topic will be covered each day, with guides discussing their areas of interest and expertise. Booking Not Needed.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 11 Jul, Fri 13 Jul to Sun 15 Jul, Wed 18 Jul, Fri 20 Jul to Sun 22 Jul, Wed 25 Jul, Fri 27 Jul to Sun 29 Jul, Wed 1 Aug, Fri 3 Aug to Sun 5 Aug, Wed 8 Aug, Fri 10 Aug to Sun 12 Aug, Wed 15 Aug, Fri 17 Aug to Sun 19 Aug, Wed 22 Aug, Fri 24 Aug to Sun 26 Aug, Wed 29 Aug, Fri 31 Aug

Waddesdon Manor - Wine Cellars Talk

Discover the history of Rothschild wine. Have the history of the Rothschild wine brought to life in this free 20-minute talk on the Rothschilds and their wines. Talks are conducted by our expert house guides, who will take you on a journey through the history of over 15,000 bottles of historic w. Booking Not Needed.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 11 Jul to Sun 15 Jul, Wed 18 Jul to Sun 22 Jul, Wed 25 Jul to Sun 29 Jul, Wed 1 Aug to Sun 5 Aug, Wed 8 Aug to Sun 12 Aug, Wed 15 Aug to Sun 19 Aug, Wed 22 Aug to Sun 26 Aug, Wed 29 Aug to Fri 31 Aug

Waddesdon Manor - The Silver Caesars: A Renaissance

For the first time in more than 150 years some of the most extraordinary and enigmatic treasures of the Renaissance, a set of 12 European silver-gilt-standing cups will be reunited and displayed together at Waddesdon Manor. These beautiful table ornaments celebrate the Twelve Caesars, notorious rulers of ancient Rome.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 11 Jul, Thu 12 Jul, Sat 14 Jul, Sun 15 Jul, Wed 18 Jul, Thu 19 Jul, Sat 21 Jul, Sun 22 Jul, Wed 25 Jul, Thu 26 Jul, Sat 28 Jul, Sun 29 Jul, Wed 1 Aug, Thu 2 Aug, Sat 4 Aug, Sun 5 Aug, Wed 8 Aug, Thu 9 Aug, Sat 11 Aug, Sun 12 Aug, Wed 15 Aug, Thu 16 Aug, Sat 18 Aug, Sun 19 Aug, Wed 22 Aug, Thu 23 Aug, Sat 25 Aug, Sun 26 Aug, Wed 29 Aug, Thu 30 Aug

Waddesdon Manor - The Silver Caesars: A Renaissance Mystery

For the first time in more than 150 years some of the most extraordinary and enigmatic treasures of the Renissance, a set of 12 European silver-gilt standing cups will be reunited and displayed together at Waddesdon Manor.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 11 Jul to Sun 15 Jul, Wed 18 Jul to Sun 22 Jul

Waddesdon Manor - Riches of the Earth

Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild’s collection was full of objects made of precious materials: hardstones, minerals, silver and gold. Many examples of these extraordinary objects are still to be found throughout Waddesdon.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 11 Jul to Fri 13 Jul, Sun 15 Jul, Wed 18 Jul to Fri 20 Jul, Sun 22 Jul, Wed 25 Jul to Fri 27 Jul, Sun 29 Jul, Wed 1 Aug to Fri 3 Aug, Sun 5 Aug, Wed 8 Aug to Fri 10 Aug, Sun 12 Aug, Wed 15 Aug to Fri 17 Aug, Sun 19 Aug, Wed 22 Aug to Fri 24 Aug, Sun 26 Aug, Wed 29 Aug to Fri 31 Aug

Waddesdon Manor - Water Garden Walk at the Dairy

Discover the beauty of the Water Garden. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy a free 45 minute peaceful walk around the beautiful Water Garden located in the grounds of The Dairy. Public access to this garden is limited and these guided walks only take place on Wednesdays. Originally built and pl. Booking Not Needed.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 11 Jul to Sun 15 Jul, Wed 18 Jul to Sun 22 Jul, Wed 25 Jul to Sun 29 Jul, Wed 1 Aug to Sun 5 Aug, Wed 8 Aug to Sun 12 Aug, Wed 15 Aug to Sun 19 Aug, Wed 22 Aug to Sun 26 Aug, Wed 29 Aug to Fri 31 Aug

Waddesdon Manor - Glorious Years: French Calendars from Louis XIV to the Revolution

Glorious Years is a celebration of the power of the printed image before photography. An exhibition of rare calendars, published in Paris in 17th and 18th centuries.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 11 Jul to Sun 15 Jul, Wed 18 Jul to Sun 22 Jul, Wed 25 Jul to Sun 29 Jul, Wed 1 Aug to Sun 5 Aug, Wed 8 Aug to Sun 12 Aug, Wed 15 Aug to Sun 19 Aug, Wed 22 Aug to Sun 26 Aug, Wed 29 Aug to Fri 31 Aug

Waddesdon Manor - Meet the Aviary Keeper

Meet our collection of rare and endangered birds. A free 20 minute talk on weekdays about the Aviary and its work, presented by a member of the Aviary team. Learn about the exotic collection of rare and endangered birds at Waddesdon and the important conservation work of this registered zoo. Restored.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 11 Jul to Sun 15 Jul, Wed 18 Jul to Sun 22 Jul, Wed 25 Jul to Sun 29 Jul, Wed 1 Aug to Sun 5 Aug, Wed 8 Aug to Sun 12 Aug, Wed 15 Aug to Sun 19 Aug, Wed 22 Aug to Sun 26 Aug, Wed 29 Aug to Fri 31 Aug

Waddesdon Manor - Introductory Walk

An introduction to the history of Waddesdon Manor. Join one of our volunteer garden guides on a 45 minute walk to explore the history of the gardens, the Manor and the Rothschild family. This walk goes through the grounds on paved and gravel paths. Hosted daily at 11.30am (also 2pm on Wed & Fri). Booking Not Needed.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Wed 11 Jul to Sun 15 Jul, Wed 18 Jul to Sun 22 Jul, Wed 25 Jul to Sun 29 Jul, Wed 1 Aug to Sun 5 Aug, Wed 8 Aug to Sun 12 Aug, Wed 15 Aug to Sun 19 Aug, Wed 22 Aug to Sun 26 Aug, Wed 29 Aug to Fri 31 Aug

Waddesdon Manor - Artisan Food Market

Start your weekend with delicious, locally-grown food and produce. Offering the very best in quality, fresh, seasonal produce all locally sourced. Our new Artisan Market aims to support local, small-scale, independent food producers.

Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon, near Aylesbury,

Sat 14 Jul, Sat 11 Aug

Riches of the Earth

Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild’s collection was full of objects made of precious materials: hardstones, minerals, silver and gold. Many examples of these extraordinary objects are still to be found throughout Waddesdon. Discover them through this self-led trail of the Manor.

Waddesdon Manor Waddesdon

Today to Mon 9 Jul

Riches of the Earth

Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild’s collection was full of objects made of precious materials: hardstones, minerals, silver and gold. Many examples of these extraordinary objects are still to be found throughout Waddesdon. Discover them through this self-led trail of the Manor.

Waddesdon Manor Waddesdon

Tue 10 Jul

Jay Millers Circus

Jay Millers Circus, celebrating 250 years of Circus entertainment, returns by popular demand with an all new production for 2018. Its the show that all members of the family will enjoy.

Great Missenden

Sat 23 Jun and Sun 24 Jun

Things to do in Aylesbury