What's on at Dunstable Downs and the Whipsnade Estate
50 Things Walks
Grab your wellies and join the Rangers for a family walk. Complete some of the '50 things to do before you're 11 3/4' on the way and collect stickers and scrapbooks when you get back.
Sun 02 Oct 2016
+ 2 other dates
14:00-15:00
Knit and Stitch at the View Cafe
Come and join us at the View Café for a relaxing morning of crafting and gentle conversation against the stunning backdrop of the Downs. All welcome: beginners and experts alike!
Sat 22 Oct 2016
+ 2 other dates
10:00-12:00
Broomstick making
Get ready for Hallowe'en by making your very own broomstick! Get your broomstick license and race your 'stick across the Downs. £7.50 each, booking required. Please book early to avoid disappointment.
Sat 29 Oct 2016
11:00-12:00
+ other times
Halloween- Professor Sundons Time Travelling Expedition
Join Professor Sundon as he leads a group of child explorers into the dark and dangerous past of Dunstable Downs.
Sun 30 Oct 2016
+ 1 other date
17:00-19:00
Scrub Clearence and early evening bonfire
Come and help us clear the scrub at Dunstable Downs. After a hard days work join us around the bonfire.
Sat 05 Nov 2016
12:00-17:00
Stargazing Night at Dunstable Downs
Discover the wonders of our Universe at Dunstable Downs this November with an experienced astronomer as your guide. Our astronomers will have telescopes set up to provide detailed views of the night sky as you've never seen it before.
Sat 12 Nov 2016
+ 1 other date
19:00-21:30
Wreath Making
Join us for our annual gathering to make wreaths with materials sourced from the local area. £25 per person.
Sat 03 Dec 2016
+ 1 other date
10:00-12:00
Christmas Tree Dressing Day
Come and join us as we dress our Christmas tree, cut from the beautiful and well-managed Whipsnade Tree Cathedral. Write a wish to hang on the tree or make your own decoration.
Sun 04 Dec 2016
11:00-15:00
Boxing Day 'Burn Off Christmas' Walk
Need an excuse to get outdoors and get rid of that bloated feeling? Then join us for a breath of fresh air on this one and a half hour walk led by one of our rangers.
Mon 26 Dec 2016
11:00-12:30
Scrub Clearence with early evening bonfire - Volunteer Recruitment
Come and help us clear the scrub at Dunstable Downs. After a hard days work join us around the bonfire.
Wed 25 Jan 2017
12:00-16:00