Vale Life Magazine

04/09/2024

If you want to cling onto the last day's of summer then why not head to our website and make yourself a Thame Tart!
https://www.vale-life.co.uk/summers-here-so-bring-on-the-thame-tart/

03/09/2024

The Dung Beatles play Tring. Dembetheatre

Theatre at the heart of Tring, A unique performance and event space for community & professional use. An Academy programme for education & participation in all aspects of the production process. A sustainable, vibrant & creative venue that encapsulates the spirit of Tring

03/09/2024

Return of the Tank! Buckinghamshire Railway Centre

02/09/2024

For a limited time, all tickets to Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park are just £5! 🎉 This special rate is available for visits from today until Sunday 15th September when you book online.

🌿SEPTEMBER SUPER SAVER 🌿

For a limited time, all tickets to Hogshaw Farm & Wildlife Park are just £5! 🎉 This special rate is available for visits from today until Sunday 15th September when you book online. It’s the perfect opportunity to explore our beautiful 44 acres of Buckinghamshire countryside with your little ones, and a great way to fill those last few days off school before term starts later this week.

The farm is open every day this week and the weather is looking ideal for family fun in the outdoors!

Your ticket includes all your favourite farm perks: breathtaking flying bird displays, daily animal encounters and brilliant indoor & outdoor play areas! 🐐🦅🚜

Don’t miss out on this fantastic offer – book online now and let the adventures begin!
(Walk-up rates 5% higher)

https://hogshawfarm.digitickets.co.uk/tickets

02/09/2024

Events that focus on holistic health, wellness, relaxation and self-discovery take place in and around the Vale, this September. These include the Mind Body Spirit Wellbeing Show on Sat 28th September at the Grange School in Aylesbury. Read more on page 20 of the August/September edition of Vale Life magazine or online here https://library.myebook.com/ValeLife/vale-life-magazine-aug-sept-2024/5559/ /20

01/09/2024

Panto Express woo woo! Buckinghamshire Railway Centre

🎄 Today is the LAST DAY for Panto Express Early Bird Tickets! 🎟️

ONLY available for 30th November, 1st, 7th and 8th December

🎭 Join us for a family-friendly panto, 'Jack and the Beanstalk'! After the show, board the steam train and meet Father Christmas, who will give each child a special golden ticket. 🎅 Your journey continues in Santa’s workshop, where kids can exchange their ticket for a gift! 🎁

Book now to secure your spot! 🌟🚂 https://bucksrailcentre.digitickets.co.uk/category/43684

🎟️ Early Bird Pricing:
Bronze tickets: £18.50pp
(shared standard compartment: minimum 1 person, maximum 6)
Silver tickets: £21.00pp
(private standard compartment: minimum 6 people, maximum 8)
Gold tickets: £22.50pp - LIMITED AVAILABILITY
(private First-Class compartment: sold as whole compartment, maximum 6 people, seats in the front two rows at the Pantomime)
Babies: £8.00
(under 12 months)

01/09/2024

Beatles on the road! The Dung Beatles The First Thursday Music Club Dembetheatre

29/08/2024

Remember to keep checking our Whats On section of our website for up to date listings and what's happening in the local area https://www.vale-life.co.uk/forumwhats-on-group/

27/08/2024

Thomley is an impressive, local, activity centre, which aims to enhance the lives and experiences of people with disabilities, their families and the wider community. Its eight acre rural location is a lifelong learning and leisure facility for all abilities and is packed with fun things to do
https://library.myebook.com/ValeLife/vale-life-magazine-aug-sept-2024/5559/ /18

26/08/2024

ABBA dabba don’t mind if we do! Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

26/08/2024

Fab food and coffee at What's Cooking Thame!

23/08/2024

What brilliant news! Both houses advertised for sale by Colombs in our current edition attracted immediate interest and are now under offer!

23/08/2024

Wow, what a brilliant show. Nicely paced, superb scenery, lots of acting and excellent singing and dancing. Even Les Dennis kicked up his heels! It’s on at Aylesbury Waterside Theatre tonight and tomorrow!

Introducing the spectacular cast of Ghost the Musical - on tour across the UK in 2024!

Over the next few days as we get ready for our first stop in Aylesbury, we'll introduce everyone in more detail, and start some sneak peeks inside the rehearsal room 👀👀

23/08/2024

Big weekend in Vale Park Aylesbury Town Council

🎉 Here they are, our Live in the Park 2024 set times! See you on Saturday 24 August in Vale Park for our biggest FREE event of the year!

12pm Bucks Radio Festival Warm Up
12:45pm Mixtape Set – Liam King Music , Pamela June, Nicola Gray
1:15pm Memphis Rattlesnakes
2pm Mike Carroll Music
2:30pm Into The South
3:15pm Abbie Gathard
3:45pm 91NIGHTs
4:30pm Jazz Dylan
5pm Chiltern Groove
5:45pm Hails Chart
6:15pm The Eclectix
7:15pm Abdiouene Brown
8pm The Dung Beatles

Hosted by Dez Kay! More event information 👉 https://bit.ly/LITPFB24

23/08/2024

Fun on Sunday at The Bell

🎉Sunday 25th
🍔BBQ - 5pm
🎤Live Music with Sam King - 6:30pm
Come and join us on BH Sunday…
No work the following day. …Why not?

23/08/2024

Whether you're a die-hard fan, a casual enthusiast, or someone who is just looking to enjoy a day of family-friendly entertainment, the Kop Hill Climb festival really does have something for everyone. Sat 14th & Sun 15th Sept, Kop Hill Road in Princes Risborough. Find out more on page 16 of the Aug/Sept edition of Vale Life magazine or in our online version here https://library.myebook.com/ValeLife/vale-life-magazine-aug-sept-2024/5559/ /16

23/08/2024

Garden items for sale Obsidian Art

23/08/2024

Stock up for your barbecues this bank holiday weekend with Starveall Farm Butchers

22/08/2024

Ooo, we can’t wait! Ghost the Musical Aylesbury Waterside Theatre from tonight!

Ghost the Musical OPENS TONIGHT! 🎉

From the beloved cinema classic to a stage smash hit, this is a musical you won't want to miss! See it here until Saturday 🤩

Oh my love, my darling, I've hungered for your touch 🎵

https://atgtix.co/4dUnkJ1

22/08/2024

Reggae at the Waterside! Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

21/08/2024

Congratulations to Haddenham on achieving runner-up for the second year running in the prestigious Pushman Cup in Buckinghamshire’s Best Kept Village competition.
https://www.vale-life.co.uk/village-so-close-in-prestige-contest/

19/08/2024

Waddesdon Manor are hosting a black-tie murder mystery dining experience with Moonstone Murder Mysteries. Book your tickets via their website's What's On Page

Join us for a black-tie murder mystery dining experience with Moonstone Murder Mysteries. Expect an evening packed with plot-twists, suspicious suspects and plenty of red herrings along the way. Enjoy a four-course meal with wine pairings, accompanied by performances that guide you through the murder mystery.

Book your tickets via our website's What's On Page, or click the link in the comments below.

19/08/2024

Grapes and Flavours are recruiting!

They are looking for those with experience & a passion for food & wine. Going above & beyond is key with a keen eye for detail.
Sound like you? Send them a message or email [email protected]

19/08/2024

Waterperry House and Gardens are punctuated with features that make you stop and pause: a water channel reflecting the sky, the Philosopher's Walk through the woods, an obelisk carved with an ancient Vedic hymn on happiness, a statue of a woman meditating. Inside the house, frescoes bear the same message: pause and reflect. Read more on page 15 of Vale Life magazine (Aug/Sept) or here https://library.myebook.com/ValeLife/vale-life-magazine-aug-sept-2024/5559/ /14
Waterperry Gardens Waterperry Farm Shop

18/08/2024

Live in the Park this weekend!

🎉 Here they are, our Live in the Park 2024 set times! See you on Saturday 24 August in Vale Park for our biggest FREE event of the year!

12pm Bucks Radio Festival Warm Up
12:45pm Mixtape Set – Liam King Music , Pamela June, Nicola Gray
1:15pm Memphis Rattlesnakes
2pm Mike Carroll Music
2:30pm Into The South
3:15pm Abbie Gathard
3:45pm 91NIGHTs
4:30pm Jazz Dylan
5pm Chiltern Groove
5:45pm Hails Chart
6:15pm The Eclectix
7:15pm Abdiouene Brown
8pm The Dung Beatles

Hosted by Dez Kay! More event information 👉 https://bit.ly/LITPFB24

16/08/2024

Live music at The Whiteleaf Cross Pub

This is one for your diary, we have managed to secure a booking with Element Covers Band, this amazing band will play here live on 28th September 2024 https://www.facebook.com/elementcoversband

16/08/2024

Kop Hill Climb flypast!

It's only 1 month to go until Kop Hill Climb 2024 and we have some exciting news!

We are pleased to confirm that on Sunday (15th September) there will be a flypast by the Royal Air Force Battle of Britain Memorial Flight Lancaster.

If you want to experience the rumble of the four Merlin engines over Kop Hill and see this magnificent historic aircraft you can still get tickets discounted tickets online - all of which are cheaper than those you can buy on the gate on the day.

https://kophillclimb.org.uk/tickets/

The flypast is weather and serviceability permitting.

16/08/2024

Dinton Beer Festival at The Seven Stars Dinton on Saturday 17th August!

🚨 Attention! 🚨

As we gear up for The Annual Dinton Beer Festival, we wanted to inform you of an important update.

Starting tomorrow,August 16th at 8:30 PM, the A418 will be closed between Aylesbury and the Bugle Horn for HS2 works. This closure will last until Monday, September 2nd. Please plan your route accordingly when heading to our beer festival or when visiting our pub during this time.

Now more than ever, it's crucial to support local village businesses. These next two weeks will be challenging, and your support truly goes a long way in helping us and others thrive, especially in the middle of summertime.

We look forward to seeing you at the festival on Saturday, August 17th from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Let's make this a day to remember! 🍻🎶

Thank you for standing by us—we can't wait to welcome you! 🌟

16/08/2024

At the end of April, Sherry Hostler was involved in a serious car accident, and as August is National Road Victim Month she thought she'd write about it. Find out more in our August/September edition of our magazine or in our online version here https://library.myebook.com/ValeLife/vale-life-magazine-aug-sept-2024/5559/ /14