๐ŸŽ† Bonfires, Bubbles & Brilliant Nights in Bucks โ€“ Whatโ€™s On This Week


๐ŸŽ† Bonfires, Bubbles & Brilliant Nights in Bucks
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๐ŸŽ† Bonfires, Bubbles & Brilliant Nights in Bucks

From glowing skies to gourmet delights, Bucks is buzzing with autumn magic. Wrap up warm, grab a sparkler, and discover everything from dazzling fireworks to cosy evenings out this week!

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Good Afternoon, Bucks!


Welcome to this weekโ€™s edition of The Bucks Guide newsletter! Bonfire Night is just around the corner on Wednesday, and with the weather looking fairly kind, itโ€™s the perfect week to get out and about.

Here are five great events to look forward to:

  • ๐ŸŽ† Firework Night at Danesfield House โ€” Danesfield House, Wednesday
  • ๐Ÿ”ฅ Waddesdon Manor Garden Tours โ€” Waddesdon Manor, Wednesday
  • ๐Ÿง€ Cheese Club Night at No2 Pound Street โ€” No2 Pound Street, Wendover, Thursday
  • ๐ŸŒฒ Sundown Adventures โ€” Wendover Woods โ€” Go Ape Wendover Woods, Friday
  • ๐ŸŽ‡ Beaconsfield Big Bang, Little Bang Fireworks โ€” Beaconsfield Cricket Club, Saturday

If youโ€™re looking for even more to do, you can explore our full list of events by clicking below. Thereโ€™s something for everyone this week across Bucks!

๐ŸŽ† Firework Displays
WED
05
NOV
Firework Night At Danesfield House

๐Ÿ“ Danesfield House - ยฃ15 - ๐Ÿ•’ From 5:30pm

We are again opening our doors to families and local residents of Marlow, Henley and surrounding villages for our annual Firework Night celebration.

WED
05
NOV
Maids Moreton Fireworks Display

๐Ÿ“ Avenue Road, Maids Moreton, Buckingham - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 7pm-10pm

Join Maids Moreton Parish Council on Wednesday 5 November from 7pm for our annual fireworks display.

SAT
08
NOV
Beaconsfield Big Bang, Little Bang Fireworks

๐Ÿ“ Beaconsfield Cricket Club - ยฃ11

Two fantastic displays from Titanium, the award winning team behind the London NYE display.

SAT
08
NOV
Soulbury Parish Bonfire Night

๐Ÿ“ Millennium Green, Soulbury - Free

The 2025 event falls on 8 November so put the date in your diary to join in the fun again.

SAT
08
NOV
Blackpit Bonfire & Fireworks

๐Ÿ“ Blackpit Brewery, Blackpit Farm, Silverstone Road - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 3pm-8pm

If you've been before, you know what to expect.

SAT
08
NOV
Green Ridge Primary Academy PTAโ€™s Fireworks Night

๐Ÿ“ Green Ridge Primary Academy, Aylesbury - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 4:30pm-6:30pm

Green Ridge Primary Academy PTAโ€™s Fireworks Night 2025.

SAT
08
NOV
Naphill Fireworks Spectacular

๐Ÿ“ Naphill Village Hall - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 4:30pm-8:15pm

Naphill fireworks are gearing up for a bigger display than ever before.

SAT
08
NOV
Restore Hope Fireworks Night

๐Ÿ“ Restore Hope, Latimer Park, Chesham - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ From 5:30pm

Join us for our Charity Fireworks event by the lake on Saturday 8th Nov.

SAT
08
NOV
Marlow Bottom Fireworks

๐Ÿ“ Marlow Bottom Playing Fields, SL7 3PJ - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ From 5:30pm

We are excited to bring you another year of theโ€‹ Marlow Bottom Fireworks Extravaganza.

SAT
08
NOV
Tring Festival Of Fire

๐Ÿ“ Tring Park Cricket Club - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 6pm-8:30pm

Welcome to the Tring Festival of Fire - a charity event that raises money to support sport in the local community.

SAT
08
NOV
Cuddington Fireworks Party

๐Ÿ“ Cuddington Playing fields, Bernard Close, Aylesbury - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ From 6pm

Fireworks display, Live Music, DJ, local talent, Fire Eaters, Craft beers, Food, Mulled Wine and Disco Dancing.

SUN
09
NOV
Thame School Fireworks

๐Ÿ“ Chinnor Rugby Club - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ From 4pm

Thame Fireworks Display is an annual fundraising event organised by volunteers from the 3 Thame Thame primary schools.

 
Bringing History to Life at Milton Keynes Museum

Discover Milton Keynes Museum โ€“ a fun, affordable family day out packed with hands-on history and fascinating exhibits. Explore the new Ancient Gallery featuring Iggy the Ichthyosaur, step back in time on the Street of Shops, and enjoy seasonal events from Peter Rabbitโ„ข visits to the magical Victorian Christmas experience.

๐ŸŽ—๏ธ Support A Charity
WED
05
NOV
Waddesdon Manor Garden Tours

๐Ÿ“ Waddesdon Manor - ยฃ14

Discover the beautiful gardens at Waddesdon on a guided tour.

THU
06
NOV
National Garden Scheme - St Timothee

๐Ÿ“ Darlings Lane, Maidenhead - ยฃ20

Discover a beautiful 2-acre country garden with vibrant perennials, wildlife pond, rose terrace, and more. Join us for an open day on 8 June and engaging Talk & Walk events on gardening topics throughout the year!

THU
06
NOV
The Horse Trust Entrance Tickets

๐Ÿ“ The Horse Trust - ยฃ5 - ๐Ÿ•’ 1pm-4pm

Visit our horses, ponies and donkeys at our sanctuary nestled in the beautiful Chiltern countryside.

SUN
09
NOV
Bucks Quizz

๐Ÿ“ Vault 17, Chesham - ยฃ3 - ๐Ÿ•’ 5pm-7:30pm

A special edition MUSIC Bucks Quizz on Sunday 9th November at 5 PM for an evening of brain teasing fun, laughter, and a test of your music knowledge.

 
๐Ÿฅ˜ Food & Drink
TUE
04
NOV
Merlin's Cave, Chalfont Saint Giles - Pub Quiz

๐Ÿ“ Merlin's Cave, Chalfont Saint Giles - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ From 7:30pm

Gather your team and head to Chalfont St Giles every Tuesday night for a lively quiz filled with laughs and friendly competition! Test your wits and see if youโ€™re the sharpest in townโ€”prizes and bragging rights await!

THU
06
NOV
Cheese Club Night At No2 Pound Street

๐Ÿ“ No2 Pound Street, Wendover - ยฃ12 - ๐Ÿ•’ From 6pm

Join us for an evening of cheese tasting and learning.

SAT
08
NOV
Chiltern Safari Food And Drink Tour

๐Ÿ“ Around Amersham - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 10am-4pm

Full day all-inclusive immersive food and drink tour exploring the Chilterns Landscape.

 
๐Ÿ›๏ธ History & Heritage
TUE
04
NOV
Ink, Pens And Paintbrushes; Writing History At Hughenden

๐Ÿ“ Hughenden Manor - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 10am-4:30pm

The long and impactful use of pens and paintbrushes at Hughenden from Disraeli's influence to the significant work of World War II mapmakers.

SUN
09
NOV
Remembrance Parade

๐Ÿ“ - Free

The Buckingham Remembrance Day Parade is organised by the Royal British Legion and will be held on Sunday 9th November.

 
๐Ÿงฎ Educational
WED
05
NOV
Into The Light: Pioneers Of Black British Ballet Exhibition

๐Ÿ“ High Wycombe Library - Free

Find out about the history of Black dancers in British ballet in our brand new exhibition, Into the Light at High Wycombe Library.

WED
05
NOV
Pretty Deadly Self Defense 5-week Course

๐Ÿ“ Wycombe Ar - ยฃ125 - ๐Ÿ•’ 7pm-8pm

This is a Pretty Deadly Self Defense Level 1 course, teaching you about foundational self defense, tools and techniques, we talk about your biological self defense system, balance, voice and moreโ€ฆ We even do a bit of dancing! Certified Trainer Jennifer will guide you through the course and build on your current strengths and experiences.

 
๐ŸŽก Family Fun
FRI
07
NOV
Sundown Adventures Wendover Woods

๐Ÿ“ Go Ape Wendover Woods - ยฃ32

Experience tree top thrills in a whole new light for a limited time between 17th October and 9th November.

SAT
08
NOV
Twits And Tricks Weekend Storytelling

๐Ÿ“ The Roald Dahl Museum And Story Centre, Great Missenden - Free

Head to our indoor Wondrous Woods room to enjoy storytelling from The Twits and Revolting Rhymes, led by our expert storytellers.

 
๐Ÿ“š Literature
FRI
07
NOV
Guest Authors Talk Letters: Karen McCarthy Woolf In Conversation With Jane Yeh

๐Ÿ“ MS Teams - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ From 6pm

English and Creative Writing at the Open Universityis delighted to partner with MK Lit Fest to host the grand finale of the departmentโ€™s international online conference.

FRI
07
NOV
Guest Authors Talk Letters: Sigrid Nunez In Conversation With Emma Claire Sweeney

๐Ÿ“ MS Teams - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ From 8pm

English and Creative Writing at the Open University s delighted to partner with MK Lit Fest to host the grand finale of the departmentโ€™s international online conference.

 
๐Ÿ‘พ Gaming
SUN
09
NOV
Aylesbury Comic Con

๐Ÿ“ Stoke Mandeville Stadium - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 10am-4pm

A super fun family friendly event full of all things film, tv, comic con and toys, including loads of people in costume and much much more!

 
๐ŸŽจ Art
SUN
09
NOV
Winter Sit And Sew - One Day Workshop

๐Ÿ“ Westbury Arts Centre, Milton Keynes - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 10:15am-4pm

This is a come along and sew day. You may have previously attended one of my classes or perhaps you are just interested in sewing socially.

 
๐Ÿคก Comedy Shows
SAT
08
NOV
Candlelit Comedy...at The Caves: Laughter Underground

๐Ÿ“ The Hellfire Caves - ยฃ25 - ๐Ÿ•’ 7pm-9:30pm

For one night only, the Hellfire Caves are turning into a candlelit comedy club.

 
๐ŸŽ Markets
TUE
04
NOV
Buckingham Street Market

๐Ÿ“ Market Hill, Buckingham - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 8am-4pm

Buckinghamโ€™s Historic Street Market, with over 600 years of heritage dating back to royal charters from Queen Mary and Charles II, offers a vibrant mix of traditional and modern stalls set against the charming backdrop of the Old Gaol and Museum every Tuesday and Saturday.

WED
05
NOV
Aylesbury Market

๐Ÿ“ Market Square, Aylesbury - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 9am-2pm

Step into history at Aylesbury Market, open every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday from 9am to 4pm, offering fresh produce, unique gifts, and Foodie Friday street food, plus seasonal Sunday artisan markets.

SAT
08
NOV
Tring Farmer's Market

๐Ÿ“ Church Square, Tring - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 9am-12:30pm

A stunning selection of stalls with a wide variety of produce.

SAT
08
NOV
Buckingham Flea Market

๐Ÿ“ The Old Cattle Pens, Buckingham - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 9am-3pm

Buckinghamโ€™s beloved Flea Market, held at the Old Cattle Pens, is a treasure trove of antiques and collectables, offering a nostalgic shopping experience brimming with character and charm.

SAT
08
NOV
Bourne End Community Market

๐Ÿ“ Bourne End Community Market - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 10am-2pm

The Bourne End Community Market offers over 60 stalls with food, crafts, and art. Held monthly, it supports local charity.

SUN
09
NOV
Gerrards Cross Market

๐Ÿ“ Station Road, Gerrards Cross - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 10am-3pm

Donโ€™t miss Gerrards Crossโ€™s new Artisan Food & Drink Market, launching on the second Sunday of every month on Station Road! Enjoy fresh local flavours, street food, craft stalls, and a lively community vibe.

SUN
09
NOV
The Sunday Market

๐Ÿ“ Market Square, Aylesbury - ยฃ16 - ๐Ÿ•’ 11am-4pm

Stallholders including artisan makers, bakers, creators, and specialist food and drink producers look forward to welcoming you.

 
๐ŸŽต Live Music
TUE
04
NOV
Summer Of Disco

๐Ÿ“ Eden Shopping Centre - ยฃ2 - ๐Ÿ•’ 11am-4pm

Eden shopping centre are hosting a disco in the heart of Eden and weโ€™d love you to join us on the dance floor!

TUE
04
NOV
Stony Harmonies Singing Group

๐Ÿ“ York House Centre, Stony Stratford - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 12:45pm-2:15pm

Stony Harmonies are a small welcoming singing group who meet every Tuesday during term time at York House Centre.

TUE
04
NOV
Tuneless Choir

๐Ÿ“ St Jamesโ€™ Church Hall, Downley - ยฃ8 - ๐Ÿ•’ 7:30pm-9pm

Singers from different backgrounds and all ages come together to enjoy the release of endorphins as they sing popular songs.

WED
05
NOV
Stony Music Makers

๐Ÿ“ Stony Stratford Library - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 9:30am-10:15am

Stony Music Makers are at Stony Stratford Library every Wednesday from 9.

WED
05
NOV
The Collaboration Choir

๐Ÿ“ Oakgrove Primary School, Milton Keynes - ยฃ25 - ๐Ÿ•’ 7:30pm-9pm

Join the Collaboration Choir Milton Keynes every Wednesday at Oakgrove Primary School and add your voice to a lively community of pop music loversโ€”perfect for adults who enjoy singing, laughter, and making new friends!

THU
06
NOV
Fairford Leys Community Choir

๐Ÿ“ Fairford Leys Church, Faiford Leys, HP19 7HT - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 10:30am-12:30pm

Join our friendly community choir every Thursday from 10:30am to 12:30pm at The Church on Fairford Leysโ€”no experience needed, just bring your enthusiasm and passion for singing!

THU
06
NOV
Aylesbury Lunchtime Music

๐Ÿ“ St Mary's Church, Aylesbury - ยฃ7 - ๐Ÿ•’ From 12:45pm

Aylesbury Lunchtime Music hosts 44 annual concerts in a beautiful Grade I venue, featuring talented emerging artists, including those from the Royal Academy of Music, with opportunities for audience support and volunteering.

THU
06
NOV
Soul Session

๐Ÿ“ The Mad Squirrel, Amersham - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 7pm-10pm

Start your weekend early with Soul Sessions at The Mad Squirrel Amersham, spinning the very best in funk, soul, house and disco!

THU
06
NOV
Wendover Choral Society

๐Ÿ“ St Mary's Church, Wendover - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 7:45pm-9:45pm

The Wendover Choral Society meets every Thursday evening during school term time from 7.45pm โ€“ 9.45pm.

FRI
07
NOV
Live Music At Cuba

๐Ÿ“ Revoluciรณn de Cuba Milton Keynes - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ From 6pm

Join us for an unforgettable night of live music, Latin vibes, and tropical cocktails at Revoluciรณn de Cuba Milton Keynes!

SAT
08
NOV
Spanish & Classical Guitar Favourites

๐Ÿ“ Wycombe Arts Centre - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ 6:30pm-8:30pm

Join Maestro Mark Jennings for an enthralling evening of virtuoso guitar classics.

SUN
09
NOV
Vaults Acoustic Music Workshop

๐Ÿ“ The Vaults Bar, High Street, Stony Stratford - Free - ๐Ÿ•’ From 12:30pm

Join the Vaults Acoustic Music Workshop every Sunday at 12:30 pm in the Vaults Bar, Stony Stratford. Whether you're playing, singing, or listening, enjoy a relaxed, round-the-room session.

 
โšฝ๏ธ Sports & Exercise
Intermediate Women Only Casual Swim Sessions

๐Ÿ“† This Tuesday 7:40pm-8:40pm at Aylesbury Grammar School

Beginner Women Only Swimming Aylesbury

๐Ÿ“† This Wednesday 7:40pm-8:40pm at Aylesbury Grammar School

Aylesbury and District Rainbow Badminton Club

๐Ÿ“† This Wednesday 8pm-9:45pm at John Colet School

Walking Football With The Wycombe Wanderers Foundation

๐Ÿ“† This Thursday at Wycombe High School, Marlow Rd, High Wycombe, HP11 1TB

All-level, Adult-Only Street Dance Classes

๐Ÿ“† This Thursday 6pm-7pm at St. Maryโ€™s Centre, Haddenham

MK Walkers Football

๐Ÿ“† This Thursday 6:30pm-8pm at The Pavilion, Woughton on the Green, MK6 3EA

Aylesbury Pheonix Badminton Club

๐Ÿ“† This Thursday 7:30pm-10pm at Aylesbury High School

All-level, Adult-Only Burlesque Dance Classes

๐Ÿ“† This Friday 7pm-8pm at St. Maryโ€™s Centre, Haddenham

Aylesbury Park Run

๐Ÿ“† This Saturday from 9am at Quarrendon & Meadowcroft Community Centre

Buckingham Park Run

๐Ÿ“† This Saturday from 9am at Bridge Street Skate Park, Cornwalls Meadow, Buckingham

Milton Keynes Park Run

๐Ÿ“† This Saturday from 9am at Willen Lake

Linford Wood Park Run

๐Ÿ“† This Saturday from 9am at Linford Wood

Wycombe Rye Park Run

๐Ÿ“† This Saturday from 9am at The Rye

Wendover Woods Park Run

๐Ÿ“† This Saturday from 9am at Wendover Woods

Higginson Park Run, Marlow

๐Ÿ“† This Saturday from 9am at Higginson Park, Marlow

Church Mead Park Run Amersham

๐Ÿ“† This Saturday from 9am at Church Mead, Amersham

Olney Walk and Talk

๐Ÿ“† This Saturday from 10:30am at The Olney Centre

 

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