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at Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate

Nature Day for Great Big Green Week 

Join us for Nature Day at Dunstable Downs (14th June). A free, family-friendly celebration of wildlife, wildflowers, and this special landscape, as well as the ongoing work to conserve it.

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14 Jun 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00

Nature Day: Wildflower, Orchid & Wildlife Walk 

A summer highlight every year, our wildflowers and orchids always steal the show. Share in their wonder and take part in a gentle guided stroll this June for Nature Day.

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14 Jun 2026
at 12:30 to 14:30

Festival of Archaeology - Pottery making and artefact show and tell 

Callings all mini archaeologists'! Join us for a weekend of ancient craft making and artefact show and tell with a real-life archaeologist.

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18 Jul to 19 Jul 2026
at 10:00 to 16:30+ 1 other date or time

Summer of Play: The Dunstable Downs Sports Village 

This summer, enjoy a family day out with free activities, games, and play throughout the holidays.

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20 Jul to 31 Aug 2026
at 10:30 to 16:30+ 48 other dates or times

Kites Connect Festival: a celebration of culture and kites 

Following last years success, Kites Connect Festival returns for 2026! With a commitment to serving our community, we celebrate unity and access in our local green spaces.

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1 Aug to 2 Aug 2026
at 10:00 to 17:00+ 1 other date or time

Big Camp 

Big Camp is back again this August. Join us from 12.00pm on 14 August to 2.00pm on 16 August to pitch a tent for a two-night camp out beneath Dunstable Downs' famous skies.

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14 Aug 2026
at 12:00 to 15:00