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RNLI Reindeer Run (Family)

Location:Woburn Abbey

Join in the pre-Christmas festivities and fun at the RNLI’s Reindeer Run, set in the beautiful deer park of Woburn Abbey.

There’s both 10km (age 15 years and over) and 5km (age 10 years and over) runs to chose from (both distances are approximate).

Every entrant will be given a FREE pair of reindeer antlers to wear, plus there’ll be FREE Reindeer Run kit bags, mince pies and non-alcoholic mulled wine tea and hot chocolate for the runners at the finish.

Entries cost just £12.50 (10km) and £10 (5km) and all participants will be encouraged to raise as much sponsorship as they can. All funds raised will go to the RNLI to help fund vital training and equipment to enable our volunteer crews and lifeguards to continue to save lives.

So join the stampede and shape up in time for Christmas! Register online below or email rclarke@rnli.org.uk for a postal entry form.

More info:www.rnli.org.uk/reindeer

European Week for Waste Reduction (Community)

Location:Central Bedfordshire

Central Bedfordshire Council are marking the first European Week for Waste Reduction across Central bedfordshire with the following events
- launch of two brand new reuse containers on both Biggleswade and Ampthill Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRC's). The launch is part of the council's commitment to waste prevention and coincides with the Eastern regions plans for European Week for Waste Reduction.

As part of the promotion, we are reminding residents to take a moment when clearing their homes, gardens, garages or sheds of unwanted items, to ask themselves whether it can be reused by another. If it can be reused, it can now go in either of the two reuse containers.

- The recycling team will also be at the Bramingham Sainsbury on Tuesday 24th from 10am and Skimpot Lane Tesco on Thursday 26th from 1pm to advise residents about waste reduction, home composting, reducing food waste and answer any recycling questions

More info:http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk

Aladdin (Theatre)

Location:Gordon Craig Theatre, Stevenage

Aladdin, a street urchin, is sent by a sorcerer to get a magic lamp from a cave, which he later finds out, is protected by a curse. He is so angry that he keeps the lamp unaware there is a genie inside who gives him three wishes. However, Aladdin selfishly uses the wishes to become rich and marry a princess.

The Gordon Craig is very excited this year to be welcoming John Altman, who is best known as BBC1’s soap baddy ‘Nasty Nick’ in Eastenders. He will lead an all-star cast playing the wicked role of ‘Abanazar’.

Aladdin, a street urchin, is sent by a sorcerer to get a magic lamp from a cave, which he later finds out, is protected by a curse. He is so angry that he keeps the lamp unaware there is a genie inside who gives him three wishes. However, Aladdin selfishly uses the wishes to become rich and marry a princess.

The Gordon Craig is very excited this year to be welcoming John Altman, who is best known as BBC1’s soap baddy ‘Nasty Nick’ in Eastenders. He will lead an all-star cast playing the wicked role of ‘Abanazar’.

Aladdin, a street urchin, is sent by a sorcerer to get a magic lamp from a cave, which he later finds out, is protected by a curse. He is so angry that he keeps the lamp unaware there is a genie inside who gives him three wishes. However, Aladdin selfishly uses the wishes to become rich and marry a princess.

The Gordon Craig is very excited this year to be welcoming John Altman, who is best known as BBC1’s soap baddy ‘Nasty Nick’ in Eastenders. He will lead an all-star cast playing the wicked role of ‘Abanazar’.

So what are you waiting for..? Book tickets now and make sure you join Aladdin on his journey from rags to riches defeating the evil Abanazar and winning the heart of Princess Jasmine. You can be guaranteed lots of fun, laughter, and Eastern delights!

More info:http://www.stevenage-leisure.co.uk/gct/aladdingame

The Wrest Park Craft & Design Show (Family)

Location:Wrest Park, Silsoe Beds. MK45 4HR

Time:10:00:00 to 17:00:00

Designer makers presenting their beautiful work in the splendid mansion state rooms of Wrest Park.

Work on display and for sale will include...
Ceramics, Contemporary art, Gold & silver jewellery, Hand-painted silk, Knitwear, Luxury Christmas cakes & hampers, Mohair collectors bears, Stained Glass, Pewter, Textiles, Treen and much more.

Adults £5.20, Senior Citizens £4.40, Children (5-15yrs) £2.60.
50% reduction for English Heritage Members.

More info:http://www.romorexhibitions.co.uk

Santa Run (5km sponsored fun run) (Community)

Location:The Embankment, Bedford

Time:11:00:00

This is your chance to kick start the countdown to christmas by dressing up as Santa and joining hundreds of others for a fun-run, in aid of Keech Cottage Children's Hospice. Entry is just £15 and for that you'll be given your very own Santa costume to keep aswell as a medal and goodie bag on completion.

Prior to the event we'll also send you an event pack containing our guide to preparing for the run, ideas on how to raise your sponsorship and those all important sponsorship forms.

More info:http://www.pasque.org/santarun

Santa on Safari (Family)

Location:Woburn Safari Park

Time:12:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Santa Claus will be at Junglies Gift Shop from 12noon - 4pm during November and December.

There is a cost of £5 per child, who will each receive a present and a Christmas card from Santa containing a £5 discount voucher* off child admission and a £2.50 discount voucher* for Junglies Gift Shop.

* Vouchers redeemable 1st March - 31st October 2010 only, excluding Bank Holidays.

More info:http://www.woburn.co.uk

Highfield Lights (Family)

Location:Highfield Road, Flitton

Time:5:00 PM to 10:30 PM

A street of festive lights to rival any town effort. The residents light up their houses to spread christmas cheer and raise funds for charity.

This years chosen charity is Midshires Search & Rescue Organisation, a lowland search team of volunteers. Includes interactive areas, snow every night and free treats for visitors. 10th Anniversay special - 10 years of light supporting 10 years of search.

Daily 5pm until late

More info:http://www.highfieldlights.co.uk