Dunstable Town Council

08/09/2026

🏛️ HERITAGE OPEN DAY – SATURDAY 12 SEPTEMBER 🏛️

Join us in the town centre on Saturday 12 September, from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm, as we celebrate our local heritage with a fantastic Heritage Open Day!

Explore Middle Row Market and other town centre locations, with lots to see and do throughout the day. All venues are free to enter! 🎉

📍 Pick up a free town map from the Heritage Open Day stand at Middle Row Market, showing all the heritage sites you can visit and explore.

There’s plenty happening at Middle Row Market, including:

🛍️ Local traders with a great selection of products
🍴 Fresh and tasty food to enjoy
🎨 Free face painting
✂️ Free arts and crafts
⛳ Historic Crazy Golf
🛞 A Wheelie Good Trail
Whether you’re a local history enthusiast, looking for a fun family day out, or simply want to explore something new, there’s something for everyone.

📅 Saturday 12 September
⏰ 9.30 am to 3.30 pm
📍 Middle Row Market & town centre heritage locations
🎟️ All venues FREE to enter

Come along, discover our local heritage and enjoy a great day out in the town centre! ❤️

08/09/2026

🤩 WOW! How great do these new Dunstable-themed items look?

Available to purchase from Priory House Heritage Centre and Tea Rooms, these wonderful souvenirs are the perfect way to celebrate our town and share a little piece of Dunstable with family and friends near and far.

Whether you're looking for a keepsake of your visit or a thoughtful gift to send around the world, these unique items are a fantastic way to showcase local pride and heritage.

Pop in and take a look! 🛍️✨

08/09/2026

💬 A good conversation can make all the difference.

Our next Over 55s Coffee & Chat Morning is just a week away.

Come along, enjoy some refreshments and meet other local residents in a relaxed and welcoming setting.

📅 Tuesday 15 September ⏰ 10.30am to 12 noon 📍 Beecroft Community Centre

No booking required.

07/09/2026

07/09/2026

🎉 Dunstable Soapbox Derby 2026 Recap Video! 🏎️💨 What an incredible day! Thank you to all of the fantastic teams who took part in this year's Dunstable Soapbox Derby. The event would not have been possible without your creativity, enthusiasm and determination.

A huge thank you also to everyone who came along to cheer on the teams, as well as the staff, sponsors and everyone who worked behind the scenes to make the event such a success.

Thinking about entering in 2027? We'd love to hear from you. If you're interested in building a soapbox and taking part next year, please contact us at [email protected] or call 01582 513000 for more information.

07/09/2026

🎥 Want to see what our Soapbox Derby teams had to say? If you missed our backstage interviews on Saturday, don't worry, you can catch all the action and team chats in this video.

07/09/2026

LOST PROPETEY FROM SATURDAY (5 SEPT) Dunstable's Soapbox Derby 2026

Please can a Mrs S E Papworth get in contact with us.

07/09/2026

🎶🇬🇧 Get ready for an afternoon and evening of music, entertainment and community spirit at Proms in the Park on Saturday 12 September! FREE TO ATTEND! 🇬🇧🎶

Starting from 3 pm, enjoy an outdoor screening of the hit film Elvis (12A) before settling in for the live broadcast of the spectacular Last Night of the Proms. 🎬🎵
You'll also be treated to live performances from Emily Yarrow of Essence Music and the Dunstable Town Band, helping to create a fantastic atmosphere throughout the event. 🎤🎺

Want to upgrade your experience? 🍾 Book a VIP table for just £40, which includes a bottle of prosecco, decorations and glow sticks. Additional guests are just £10 per person (up to six people per table). ✨

Or make it a proper picnic with one of our delicious sharing platters! 🧺 Filled with sandwiches, wraps, cheeses, biscuits, bread, fresh fruit and mini cakes, they're perfect for enjoying with family and friends. Platters are £60 for four people, with additional guests £15 each. Vegan and gluten-free options are available. 🥪🧀🍇

🧁 Book now: https://www.dunstable.gov.uk/event/proms-in-the-park/

⚠️ Picnic platters must be pre-ordered and dietary requirements provided in advance. Platters will not be available to buy on the day.

So grab your picnic blankets and chairs, wave your flags, warm up those singing voices and join us for a memorable evening of music, celebration and Proms favourites in the beautiful surroundings of the park! 🎶🎉🇬🇧

06/09/2026

💚💗 UNITED CHARITIES DAY AT MIDDLE ROW MARKETS! 💗💚

Join us on Saturday 19 September, from 9.30 am to 3.30 pm for a fantastic day of shopping, community, support and family fun at Middle Row & The Square, Dunstable (LU6 3SN).

🛍️ Full Middle Row Markets – browse a wonderful selection of local food, craft, gift and independent traders.
🤝 Meet our local charities & community groups – come along, say hello, find out more about the amazing support they provide and discover how they are making a difference in our community.

💚 Charities joining us include Branching Out, Dunstable Connect Club, Hospice at Home Volunteers, Keech Hospice, Tibbs Dementia, Taco Cat Rescue and Friends of Priory House, with more to come!

🎨 FREE face painting
✂️ FREE arts & crafts

It’s a great opportunity to shop local, meet local and support local, while enjoying a fun day out in the heart of Dunstable. Bring the family, support our fantastic local traders and take the time to meet the wonderful charities and community groups helping to make a difference. 💚

SHOP LOCAL • MEET LOCAL • SUPPORT LOCAL 💗