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Published - Monday, 20 May, 2013
Forget Brighton or Camden - one of the biggest and most popular Handmade & Vintage fairs in the country is based here in MK! Following the fabulous support for the March event, we're looking forward to its return on the weekend of 1-2 June.
Published - Monday, 20 May, 2013
CALLING ALL LADIES......how do you fancy a fun packed evening of entertainment, live music, free prizes, cocktails and a three-course meal prepared for by an award-winning chef – all this without a man in sight?
Published - Monday, 20 May, 2013
Following one of the coldest months of March on record and having experienced the coldest April day since the 1960s, Milton Keynes’ 360 Play family entertainment centre has at last been able to announce the opening of its outdoor activity area now that the weather has finally decided to start warming up.
Published - Monday, 20 May, 2013
This month, Midsummer Place Shopping Centre has launched an exciting new partnership with Milton Keynes College to help students understand where their fashions come from.
Published - Monday, 20 May, 2013
To mark National Vegetarian Week, award-winning restaurant Giraffe at thecentre:mk is offering 2-for-1 on all vegetarian main courses from 20-24 May 2013.
Published - Tuesday, 14 May, 2013
It’s set to be a bumper summer at Bletchley Park with a selection of new events to enthral and entertain as well as the return of firm family favourites.
Published - Tuesday, 07 May, 2013
Milton Keynes incoming mayor has ambitious plans to open up city business to more than two hundred major cities around the world in a global partnership of trade and commerce. The MK International Business City Virtual Conference will provide the chance for local companies to reach out to all corners of the globe, promoting themselves and the city to exciting new trading partners and markets.
Published - Thursday, 02 May, 2013
England Rugby 2015 (ER 2015), Tournament Organisers, and Rugby World Cup Limited (RWCL), Tournament Owners, today confirmed Milton Keynes as one of 14 Match Venues for the Rugby World Cup 2015, one of the world’s largest sporting events, hosted in England in 2015.
Published - Tuesday, 30 April, 2013
Over 50,000 extra daffodils are blooming around Milton Keynes this year courtesy of The Parks Trust. A combination of 10,000 bulbs planted by volunteers from the local community and 40,000 bulbs planted commercially by the Trust are creating a blaze of colour across all areas of the city now that spring is finally here.
Published - Thursday, 25 April, 2013
This year’s Milton Keynes Marathon takes place on Bank Holiday Monday 6 May at Stadium MK and once again promises to be a great community event for the whole family to enjoy. World Record holder Stephen Richardson from Milton Keynes will be lining up on the start line with thousands of other runners to face the ultimate challenge of running 26.2 miles. Also crossing the finish line on the day will be thousands of Superheroes of all ages.
Published - Monday, 22 April, 2013
Destination Milton Keynes, the official tourism organisation for MK, is asking residents, visitors, businesses and anyone else to spread the love as they launch #LoveMK Day on Wednesday 1 May 2013.
Published - Thursday, 18 April, 2013
On Monday 22 April the Mayor of Milton Keynes, Cllr Catriona Morris will be helping to launch Midsummer Place Shopping Centre’s second Eco Week - a week-long showcase of sustainability and commitment to the environment by some of the High Street’s biggest names.
Published - Thursday, 18 April, 2013
This week, garment alterations and tailoring store, The Zip Yard, opened their flagship store at Midsummer Place Shopping Centre.
Published - Tuesday, 16 April, 2013
Following the continued success of BBC One’s ratings-winning Strictly Come Dancing, Craig Revel Horwood’s brand new show, Strictly Confidential will give theatre audiences in Milton Keynes the chance to get up close and personal with some of the stars of the show on Sunday 14 July 2013.
Published - Monday, 15 April, 2013
Jurassic Golf is a thrilling 12 hole adventure golf course which will be available to play in Queens Court at thecentre:mk until 22 September.
Published - Thursday, 11 April, 2013
MK Dons wants to find the fan that stands apart as the exceptional member of the MK Army this season with their Fan of the Year award.
Published - Thursday, 11 April, 2013
Fancy getting an insight into the workings of one of Britain’s most popular theatres? Come and experience a day of behind the scenes theatrical workshops and a backstage tour giving you a real insight into the workings of one of the most successful regional theatre’s and the production Relatively Speaking.
Published - Tuesday, 09 April, 2013
A Milton Keynes Indian restaurant has been honoured with a rare “Certificate of Excellence” by national travel review website TripAdvisor.
Published - Thursday, 28 March, 2013
A new partnership aimed at bringing Milton Keynes College students closer to jobs and careers was officially launched today. It is a new joint venture with recruitment specialists, the REED NCFE Partnership providing a free service to local business.
Published - Wednesday, 27 March, 2013
Melton Mowbray pork pie, Pontefract cake, the Bedford Clanger – many towns and cities across Britain have their own special dish. But not Milton Keynes – until now.
Published - Wednesday, 27 March, 2013
South East Midlands Local Enterprise Partnership (SEMLEP) has named Daniel Charles Mouawad its newly appointed Chief Executive. The SEMLEP board voted unanimously in favour of recruiting Daniel, who previously held the post of Chief Executive at pro.manchester, a private sector business development company.
Published - Wednesday, 27 March, 2013
On Sunday 21 April, classical music lovers are being given a front row seat to truly experience the emotive beauty, pace and passion of the piano.
Published - Monday, 25 March, 2013
An exciting summer season has been announced by Milton Keynes Theatre confirming their position as one of the top entertainment venues in the region, bringing world class West End theatre to our doorsteps.
Published - Monday, 25 March, 2013
This Easter, City Centre Shoppers will be able to get their hands on £1000 worth of shopping vouchers in MK’s most fashionable Golden Easter Egg Hunt.
Published - Monday, 25 March, 2013
Shopping this Easter at thecentre:mk could be a mission impossible with Spy Games! From Friday 29 March – Sunday 7 April*, Middleton Hall will play host to Spy Games, with a variety of physical, mental and analytical challenges to put you through your paces!
Published - Monday, 25 March, 2013
It’s now official – a new University Campus for the new city. Details of University Campus Milton Keynes (UCMK), the ground-breaking partnership between the University of Bedfordshire and Milton Keynes Council, have been unveiled.
Published - Tuesday, 19 March, 2013
Enjoy some guilt free treats this Easter with complimentary treatments on offer at Whittlebury Hall Hotel and Spa.
Published - Tuesday, 19 March, 2013
Pack your picnic, fill up on fizz and join in the party as Proms in the Park returns to Campbell Park on Friday 16 August 2013.
Published - Tuesday, 19 March, 2013
Fun and games for all is a must this Easter at 360 Play family entertainment centre in Milton Keynes!
Published - Tuesday, 12 March, 2013
Marian Livingstone has been elected by the Patrons of Milton Keynes City Orchestra as their new Chairman, following five years supporting the PR and awareness activity in a voluntary capacity.
Published - Monday, 04 March, 2013
The lucky winners of Heart FMs Natalie B’s Pamper Party enjoyed a luxurious spa break at Whittlebury Hall Hotel and Spa.
Published - Monday, 04 March, 2013
Easter is a festival that brings people together no matter what your age; everyone enjoys receiving a chocolate egg. Whether it’s partaking in an egg hunt or passing around the Columba cake, Easter is a welcome chance to enjoy time with the family. This year, Carluccio’s selection of gifts celebrates the joys of spring with a palette of fresh greens and warm golds that leave you feeling that winter is long gone.
Published - Monday, 04 March, 2013
The Hub is pleased to announce that Italian restaurant Aqua will be opening in May 2013. Independently owned Aqua will bring the very best of Italian cuisine to its brand new restaurant which has been specifically designed to maximise the space and light available.
Published - Thursday, 28 February, 2013
On Friday 15th March, you are invited to celebrate the phenomenon that was The Beatles. Because you Love, Love them Do, Come Together and enjoy decades of the best Beatles music with the Beatles Tribute Night at Whittlebury Hall.
Published - Wednesday, 27 February, 2013
Legal & General Property (“LGP”) announces that it has exchanged contracts with Intu Properties plc (“Intu”) on the sale of Midsummer Place Shopping Centre in Milton Keynes for a total consideration of £250.5 million, representing a net initial yield of 5.1%.
Published - Monday, 25 February, 2013
Make your Mum's day and show her how much you care with some fabulous gift ideas, spa experiences and Sunday lunch at Whittlebury Hall this Mother’s Day.
Published - Wednesday, 20 February, 2013
This February saw the launch of BBC Three’s brand new series ‘The Year of Making Love’, an experiment where hundreds of singletons meet their scientifically compatible match to see if they can go the distance, as their relationship is followed on film for a year.
Published - Wednesday, 20 February, 2013
If your new year’s resolution to shape up has already fallen by the wayside and the winter weather thrown your workouts into disarray, don’t despair. Whittlebury Hall has a great offer on their leisure club membership.
Published - Friday, 15 February, 2013
On Wednesday night Destination MK were invited to a 'blind' cocktail tasting evening at Brasserie Blanc in The Hub to celebrate the laucnh of their new cockatil menu!
Published - Monday, 18 February, 2013
This February half term, Xscape is going to the movies! Every day from Saturday 16th-Sunday 24th February, there's FREE family entertainment to enjoy, including your chance to dress up like a Hollywood movie star!
Published - Thursday, 14 February, 2013
Dame Tessa Jowell told a packed audience at Milton Keynes College that coordinating London’s successful bid to host the 2012 Olympic & Paralympic Games was the greatest achievement of a long and illustrious political career.
Published - Thursday, 14 February, 2013
Have you ever wanted to experience the world’s greatest cultures without getting on a plane? Now you can. Mojo, will be bringing worldwide traditions to you throughout the year all in one place, the first is this February with a Bollywood themed night!
Published - Thursday, 14 February, 2013
Wicked, the global musical phenomenon that tells the incredible untold story of the Witches of Oz, will continue its major UK and Ireland tour, opening at the Milton Keynes Theatre in February 2014. Tickets will go on sale on Wednesday 6 March 2013 at 10.00am. The strictly limited 4-week season will run from Tuesday 4 February 2014 until Saturday 8 March 2014.
Published - Tuesday, 12 February, 2013
Forget Brighton or Camden, one of the biggest and most popular Handmade & Vintage events in the country is coming back to Milton Keynes from 2 to 3 March.
Published - Tuesday, 12 February, 2013
Hotter, the UK’s biggest shoe manufacturer, opens its 50th store in Milton Keynes on 23 February, creating 10 new jobs.
Published - Monday, 11 February, 2013
It's a New Year and to celebrate we've updated the FREE Amazing MK iPhone App with loads of new information.
Published - Thursday, 07 February, 2013
Earn Rewards with Whittlebury Hall’s Exclusively Yours …when it comes to offering fantastic benefits for corporate clients, Whittlebury Hall means business.
Published - Tuesday, 05 February, 2013
DMK, the official tourism and information provider for Milton Keynes, is pleased to announce the appointment of Steven Gordon-Wilson as their new Chief Executive. Steven joins DMK from Xscape, one of the region’s leading tourist attractions, where he previously worked as Head of Marketing and Promotions.
Published - Wednesday, 30 January, 2013
Back by popular demand, internationally recognised singer, Nicky Prince returns to Calcutta Brasserie to entertain guests on Valentine’s Day with soulful vocals.
Published - Tuesday, 29 January, 2013
City leaders have hailed the 2012 After8 Safe Hut a ‘growing success’ and are now calling for the safeguard of its future.
Published - Wednesday, 23 January, 2013
The Mayor of Milton Keynes, Councillor Catriona Morris will be helping to celebrate the launch of the Milton Keynes Music Hub, which will be held at Middleton Hall, thecentre:mk on Saturday 26 January from 10am – 4pm.
Published - Tuesday, 22 January, 2013
A Milton Keynes College footballer has had his first taste of playing for England. 16 year old Conor Collins from Bletchley went to Italy with the English Colleges FA Squad where he played against the Republic of San Marino and top Italian club, Lazio.
Published - Tuesday, 22 January, 2013
Despite widely reported concerns that the web is killing the UK’s brick & mortar retail industry, Midsummer Place Shopping Centre in Milton Keynes has continued to buck trends seen elsewhere with strong year on year growth.
Published - Thursday, 17 January, 2013
Feed your appetite for love with a four-course meal or say it will gifts with loads ideas for Valentine's Day at Carluccio's in Milton Keynes.
Published - Thursday, 17 January, 2013
A beautiful explosion of fireworks in Campbell Park has won the top prize of The Parks Trust’s Photography Competition 2012. The image of fireworks (shown below) taken at Proms in the Park last summer was taken by amateur photographer Sue Martin who lives in Great Linford, Milton Keynes.
Published - Thursday, 17 January, 2013
Monday 21 January, Blue Monday, is said to be the most depressing day of the year- not at Midsummer Place Shopping Centre!
Published - Thursday, 10 January, 2013
For a fourth year running, the popular Advantage Africa Gift Wrapping Service has wrapped up over £7,000- with the total still rising!
Published - Thursday, 10 January, 2013
To mark National Storytelling Week, family favourite restaurant Giraffe at the Silbury Arcade in thecentre:mk have teamed up with award-winning children’s publisher Barefoot Books to present ‘Tell Us A Story” - a week devoted to getting young whippersnappers turning pages.
Published - Thursday, 20 December, 2012
MK Gallery Project Space, managed by MK Gallery’s Learning Team, is available to the
MK Community for monthly exhibitions of contemporary visual art by individuals or groups based in Milton Keynes. The first exhibition of 2013, presented throughout January is entitled ‘woMEn’.
Published - Thursday, 20 December, 2012
2012 may not quite be over but Bletchley Park is already gearing up for a fantastic event-packed year in 2013.
Published - Tuesday, 18 December, 2012
During the month of December The Hub is running a Facebook campaign to raise much needed funds for a local charity.
Published - Wednesday, 12 December, 2012
A great new event will be arriving by bike on the Theatre District on Sunday 16 December, from 11am - a Christmas Bicycle Bazaar!
Published - Monday, 10 December, 2012
The long awaited Primark in Milton Keynes will finally open at 9am on Wednesday 12 December at the new MK1 shopping park at stadiumMK.
Published - Monday, 10 December, 2012
Hi-Ho, Hi-Ho, it’s off to panto we go when Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs bursts on to the Milton Keynes Theatre stage next Christmas.
Published - Thursday, 06 December, 2012
A free ice rink and X Factor duo MK1 are all part of the attraction at the newest shopping park in Milton Keynes this weekend when it officially opens.
Published - Thursday, 06 December, 2012
Stony Stratford’s Calcutta Brasserie was honoured twice this month at the British Curry Awards and the Cobra Good Curry Guide.
Published - Thursday, 06 December, 2012
This month Midsummer Place Shopping Centre has welcomed Carluccios Pop-up Gift shop where shoppers can take a taste of Italy home this Christmas!
Published - Tuesday, 04 December, 2012
This November, the guys at Interdirect put down their razors as they took part in Movember; a month-long moustache growing campaign to raise awareness and funds for men’s health charities, Prostate Cancer UK and The Institute of Cancer Research.
Published - Tuesday, 04 December, 2012
Mojo, a small intimate Champagne and Cocktail Lounge opened on Thursday 29 November bringing a new stylish and relaxed bar to the Hub, Milton Keynes.
Published - Monday, 03 December, 2012
Last week, as floodwaters threatened hundreds of homes in Wales and England yet again, the organisers of the Milton Keynes Marathon began laying down plans to combat extreme weather conditions on race day 06 May 2013. Race Director, Andrew Hully and his team are well underway with preparations for the worst the British Bank Holiday weather can throw at them.
Published - Thursday, 29 November, 2012
Milton Keynes Theatre is looking forward to welcoming some truly amazing productions in 2013. Comedy, drama, music, ballet, musicals and more are all coming to MK next year!
Published - Wednesday, 28 November, 2012
The Milton Keynes City Orchestra presents its annual Classical Christmas on Saturday 22 December between 6pm and 7.30pm at the Church of St Peter & St Paul in Newport Pagnell.
Published - Monday, 26 November, 2012
Seasonal revellers can party knowing there are extra pair s of eyes watching over them during the festive period with the return of the After 8 Safe Hut, the voluntary initiative to provide late night customers with practical assistance during the lead up to Christmas and the New Year.
Published - Monday, 26 November, 2012
From now until Sunday 6 January, a mesmerizing giant snowglobe is coming to Xscape and you can have your photo taken for FREE!
Published - Monday, 26 November, 2012
We’ve put in a special request for Santa to come and he’s promised to do his best at a busy time … Bletchley Park and West Bletchley Council have teamed up with MK College to host the best-ever Festival of Christmas on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th December 2012.
Published - Monday, 19 November, 2012
Twenty twelve marks one hundred and one years since Frances Hodgson Burnett’s novel The Secret Garden was first published. Widely considered a classic of English children’s literature and still a popular story today, this new adaptation by Proteus Theatre Company in association with The Stables, Milton Keynes, blends together classic story telling, puppetry, live music, circus and bit of good old fashioned theatrical magic to bring to life this well loved classic.
Published - Monday, 19 November, 2012
The 2012 Theatre District Christmas event on Sunday 25th November promises to be the biggest and best yet. They have a full line up of fantastic entertainment, including local singing sensation Scott Finley, the UK’s best Olly Murs tribute act, Limitless Dance Crew, MK Rock Choir and FREE kids rides kindly provided by Keith Emmett.
Published - Monday, 19 November, 2012
From Saturday 8 December, Midsummer Place Shopping Centre will be welcoming the return of its annual Christmas gift wrapping service, to raise money for Advantage Africa.
Published - Tuesday, 13 November, 2012
This Friday, staff from the Silk Road restaurant & bar will be out and about in Milton Keynes to raise money for Children in Need- and they are appealing to busy commuters for support!
Published - Tuesday, 13 November, 2012
A tennis club is about to start five weeks of extra coaching - thanks to a £250 donation from local restaurant, Verandah Talk.
Published - Tuesday, 13 November, 2012
The prestigious British Curry Awards has announced Milton Keynes’ Calcutta Brasserie is among the few competing at the highest level in the Indian food sector. In the eight years of the British Curry Awards, this is the third time Calcutta Brasserie has been shortlisted.
Published - Monday, 12 November, 2012
Why not join The Parks Trust this festive season with many events taking place all across the city.
Published - Monday, 12 November, 2012
Have you ever said “I must visit Bletchley Park one day…”? Well, now’s your chance! Treat your staff or group members to a half-price day out at the Home of the Codebreakers this December or in January 2013.
Published - Tuesday, 06 November, 2012
Calcutta Brasserie in Stony Stratford celebrates its first anniversary for hosting its extremely popular culinary evening, “Dining in the Dark,” a twist to your typical dining experience.
Published - Tuesday, 06 November, 2012
Join Debenhams on Thursday 8 November for an exclusive perfume gift shopping event, which will turn Christmas shopping in to a luxury stress free experience.
Published - Wednesday, 31 October, 2012
Forget Brighton or Camden, one of the biggest and most popular Handmade & Vintage events in the country is on our doorstep and is back for its grand finale to a hugely popular year. This special 3 day event opens Friday 2 November until Sunday 4 November - and of course it's FREE ENTRY as always!
Published - Monday, 29 October, 2012
The Wishing Pool is a central feature to the annual Christmas Show in Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk and is used to raise money for local charity organisations and community groups each year.
Published - Monday, 29 October, 2012
Join the Silk Road Restaurant & Bar for a one night spectacular with the King of Pop on Thursday 15 November.
Published - Monday, 29 October, 2012
Your chance to have a dinner date with the Mayor, MK Dons Manager, Karl Robinson and First Team Coach, Ian Wright on Friday 9 November, 2012.
Published - Wednesday, 17 October, 2012
Spy workshops, Halloween decoration making and a spooky trail are among the treats on offer for children aged from four upwards at Bletchley Park’s Halloween Family Fun Day this half term.
Published - Wednesday, 17 October, 2012
Rudolph the Reindeer will make a star appearance at thecentre:mk’s Christmas parade on Friday 16 November, giving children an opportunity to see some ‘real magic in the malls’.
Published - Wednesday, 17 October, 2012
In another first for Milton Keynes, the country's first Business Neighbourhood Plan is now out to public consultation. The CMK Alliance Plan 2026 sets out a detailed, joined-up plan for managing the development of CMK and Campbell Park grid squares for the next 15 years. The pioneering plan is the result of an alliance between the CMK Town Council and local business leaders, working in partnership with Milton Keynes Council.
Published - Monday, 15 October, 2012
A Milton Keynes restaurant is serving up a ghoulishly unusual dish this Halloween that may give customers the bumps…waiters will be serving up Brain Masala!
Published - Monday, 15 October, 2012
This November, the guys at Interdirect will be putting down their razors and getting out their fine toothed combs as they take part in Movember; a month-long moustache growing campaign to raise awareness and funds for men’s health charities, Prostate Cancer UK and The Institute of Cancer Research.
Published - Monday, 15 October, 2012
Create a blaze of colour in your local park by joining The Parks Trust’s daffodil bulb planting day on Saturday 27 October.
Published - Monday, 15 October, 2012
Having closed the Milton Keynes store, along with others across the country in March this year, Azendi has decided the time is right to open more showrooms in the UK and the Milton Keynes store in Midsummer Place Shopping Centre is the first new Azendi store to open in 2012, featuring a beautiful new store design.
Published - Wednesday, 10 October, 2012
The famous Milton Keynes Concrete Cows had a spooky makeover last night by a mystery artist.
Published - Wednesday, 10 October, 2012
Hotel manager, Laura Hinson-Yates has been named as one of the 30 brightest prospects in the hospitality industry at a recent award ceremony.
Published - Tuesday, 09 October, 2012
The Parks Trust has announced the shortlisted winners of its 2012 Photography Competition. Over 140 entries were sent into The Parks Trust’s Photography Competition celebrating the beautiful landscapes, parks and life in Milton Keynes.
Published - Monday, 08 October, 2012
Legal & General Property (“LGP”) has submitted a planning application for a £15 million enhancement to Midsummer Place Shopping Centre in Milton Keynes.
Published - Monday, 08 October, 2012
MK Dons have announced that Milton Keynes and stadiummk has been named as a potential host city and venue for Rugby World Cup 2015.
Published - Wednesday, 03 October, 2012
On Halloween night, internationally acclaimed storyteller, Cat Weatherill will visit Milton Keynes for an exclusive and ‘terrifying’ story telling evening at Calcutta Brasserie.
Published - Wednesday, 03 October, 2012
On 10 October, Levi’s at Midsummer Place will be hosting the ultimate student party - and all students are invited!
Published - Wednesday, 03 October, 2012
Armed forces personnel, veterans and their respective families are invited to come and watch the MK Dons play Stevenage at stadiummk as part of the MK Dons Football Club’s fourth annual ‘Armed Forces Big Day’ on Saturday 20 October kick off 3pm!
Published - Monday, 01 October, 2012
Experience The Country are hosting a Halloween Fright Night Special in Milton Keynes!! Beware what lurks in the shadows on our 800 acre estate as you brave it through the darkness on our off road course!
Published - Monday, 24 September, 2012
Visitors to the award winning Christmas display at thecentre:mk are encouraged this year to cross their fingers and send their secret wishes deep into the heart of a fantasy world; ‘Land of Enchanted Dreams’.
Published - Monday, 24 September, 2012
Tantalise your taste buds and ears next month with the Silk Road’s October entertainment night! On Thursday 11 October join the restaurant for an evening to remember with live entertainment from one of the best Rod Stewart tribute acts around accompanied by a specially created two course menu.
Published - Monday, 24 September, 2012
Bletchley Park’s dazzling annual Blitznight is once again set to enchant and delight visitors from Bletchley, Milton Keynes and beyond on Saturday 3 November. As the rousing wartime music rings out and the magnificent firework display sets the night sky alight, visitors can warm themselves with burgers from the barbeque and a drink or two from the bar, while the children enjoy the traditional fun fair. Last year thousands flocked to enjoy the event, but this year's will be better than ever.
Published - Monday, 24 September, 2012
Fashion and lifestyle brand White Stuff is opening its first store in a major UK shopping centre in the very heart of Milton Keynes at thecentre:mk.
Published - Monday, 24 September, 2012
Every October The Campaign for Drawing holds the world’s biggest celebration of drawing in its nationwide event The Big Draw. For the Big Draw 2012, the MK-based drawing specialists The Drawing Machine, are co-ordinating a month of inspiring events presented across multiple venues and organisations in Milton Keynes, including MK Gallery, Artworks-MK, thecentre:mk, Campbell Park, Inter-Action MK
and The Open University.
Published - Monday, 24 September, 2012
Imagine a secret world full of surprises and opportunity. A secret world where colourful, floating balloons reveal exclusive gifts. A secret world where you’re rewarded for being in the right place at the right time.
This world exists, and if you have an i-Phone you can be part of a journey at thecentre:mk that blurs the boundaries of reality.
Published - Friday, 14 September, 2012
The Milton Keynes Citizen Family Dons Big Day is back at stadiummk for the League One clash between MK Dons and newly promoted Crewe Alexandra on Saturday 29 September.
Published - Friday, 14 September, 2012
Cameron Mackintosh’s spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s phenomenal musical success
The Phantom of the Opera has arrived at Milton Keynes Theatre for 5 weeks only from 1 to 24 Nov.
Published - Wednesday, 12 September, 2012
It has been announced in MK News today that local Olympic gold medal hero Greg Rutherford will get his own special celebration parade.
Published - Tuesday, 11 September, 2012
SNO!zone is offering 50% off all activities every weekday during September up until 6pm.
Published - Tuesday, 04 September, 2012
In a fantastic finale to the Milton Keynes Summer of Culture, Heritage Open Days and the wider Cultural Olympiad 2012, there will be bands playing live on bandstands across Milton Keynes.
Published - Tuesday, 04 September, 2012
Join the Silk Road restaurant on Thursday 13th September and be taken back to the swinging sixties with entertainment from one of the best Rat Pack tributes around whilst enjoying a lovingly created two course menu.
Published - Wednesday, 29 August, 2012
This year, MK Heritage Open Days celebrates the MK Summer of Culture with more activity than ever before between 6-9 September across Milton Keynes.
Published - Wednesday, 29 August, 2012
The international award-winning musical Chicago, starring Ali Bastian as Roxie Hart, Stefan Booth as Billy Flynn, Tupele Dorgu as Velma Kelly and Bernie Nolan as Mama Morton is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre 10 – 15 September.
Published - Wednesday, 29 August, 2012
Delphi Ellis, as seen on ITV’s This Morning & Daybreak is coming to Champneys in Milton Keynes on 10 September.
Published - Tuesday, 28 August, 2012
Milton Keynes has welcomed some of the fashion industry’s most desirable and exclusive names with the launch of Thackerays in Midsummer Place.
Published - Tuesday, 28 August, 2012
On Friday 28 September, Midsummer Place Shopping Centre will be hosting Milton Keynes’s biggest coffee morning in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support; a fantastic event for everyone to enjoy.
Published - Tuesday, 28 August, 2012
Learn more about country crafts, agricultural and landscape practices and machinery at this fantastic one day event in Campbell Park on Saturday 8 September, 1.00-5.00pm.
Published - Thursday, 23 August, 2012
Milton Keynes Theatre announce that they will be holding a recruitment day for a number of casual vacancies for their Front of House team, who will be bringing some fantastic shows to MK this autumn including the Phantom of the Opera, The Mousetrap and their family Panto Cinderella starring Louie Spence.
Published - Tuesday, 21 August, 2012
Premier regional shopping destination thecentre:mk have seen a surge in summer spirit and shopping this year with record breaking attendance to the annual Beach event in Middleton Hall. Some retailers have seen double digit increases on last year’s month by month sales performance* and thecentre:mk has seen 607,000 visitors to the beach in a 4 week period.
Published - Tuesday, 14 August, 2012
On Wednesday 19 September, Calcutta Brasserie in Stony Stratford will celebrate its best ever year so far, on what is to be their fourth anniversary, with a lavish evening of traditional Indian celebrations.
Published - Tuesday, 14 August, 2012
Once in a lifetime free diving lesson prize with Team GB Olympic Bronze medal winner Tom Daley for Passion and Progress exhibition at thecentre:mk.
Published - Tuesday, 14 August, 2012
On Thursday 6th September, from 6pm-8pm, Midsummer Place Shopping Centre will join fashion Capitals around the world, by hosting an exclusive Vogue Fashion’s Night Out - a celebratory evening of amazing entertainment, exclusive discounts, stunning catwalks, glamour and all things fashion! The Vogue Fashion’s Night Out is a step up from the popular VIP nights and this time everyone is free to come along.
Published - Tuesday, 14 August, 2012
Guided tours of Bletchley Park especially for children will run every Monday, Wednesday and Friday throughout the school holidays.
Published - Tuesday, 07 August, 2012
In celebration of Milton Keynes’ Greg Rutherford’s victory in the Men’s Long-Jump this weekend a local restaurant is guaranteeing Milton Keynes more gold, silver and bronze glory!
Published - Sunday, 19 August, 2012
Milton Keynes Car Show returns again and this year promises to be bigger and better! The show has teamed up with Suzuki for 2012 to bring an even bigger one day event to Milton Keynes for all the family to enjoy.
Published - Thursday, 26 July, 2012
Enjoy a theatrical evening under the stars in Campbell Park, Milton Keynes, being entertained by one of Shakespeare’s wittiest comedies - Much Ado About Nothing.
Published - Tuesday, 24 July, 2012
For over 50 years, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has been the world’s longest running stage production. The first ever tour of the record-breaking production will open on 11 Sep in Canterbury before arriving at Milton Keynes Theatre 24 – 29 Sep.
Published - Tuesday, 24 July, 2012
Next month, Midsummer Place Shopping Centre will welcome a new and exciting store to the City, truly re-iterating its stance as the ‘Fashion Quarter’.
Published - Tuesday, 24 July, 2012
Classic cars and motorbikes of all ages, shapes and sizes will take over Bletchley Park, the Home of the Codebreakers, on Sunday 5th August 2012. Last year’s picnic in the beautiful grounds of the 19th century Mansion attracted more than 250 vehicles and 1,500 visitors. Similar numbers are expected this year.
Published - Monday, 23 July, 2012
As part of Milton Keynes Summer of Culture, the Cultural Olympiad project, Godiva Awakes, will be arriving in Milton Keynes on 1 August.
Published - Thursday, 19 July, 2012
Get ready for the big summer Blow Out Festival which hits Xscape Milton Keynes this summer!
Published - Thursday, 19 July, 2012
Have a monumental summer at Stowe this year. From orienteering to making fairies and elves, from rolling down hills to exploring the Ice Age, there is so much going on for kids of all ages.
Published - Thursday, 19 July, 2012
The infamous ‘Dining in the Dark’ experience is back by popular demand on Wednesday 1 August with an extra special menu and twist designed to further heighten your sensory culinary experience in the sumptuous surroundings of Calcutta Brasserie in Stony Stratford.
Published - Thursday, 19 July, 2012
The inaugural TriStar Milton Keynes will be held on the 29th July, just 10 days before the Olympic triathlon at London 2012
Published - Tuesday, 17 July, 2012
Join the Silk Road in August for a night of reggae, pop, dancing and stunning food.
Published - Thursday, 12 July, 2012
We recently ran a competition to giveaway 50 family tickets to Gulliver's Dionsaur and Farm Park. We have now randomly picked our winners and they are listed below:
Published - Tuesday, 03 July, 2012
Gareth Gates and Jennifer Ellison round up Milton Keynes Theatre’s summer season in Broadway and West End sensation Legally Blonde , the all-singing, all-dancing, funniest and most fabulous musical around, to prepare you for an autumn season full of stars, suspense and slapstick! Not least the long awaited spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s phenomenal The Phantom Of The Opera set to take Milton Keynes by storm on its arrival in October for 5 weeks.
Published - Tuesday, 03 July, 2012
A wet and windy British summer has arrived but who says we can’t still play on the beach and build sandcastles? Beat the elements when the fully indoor beach arrives back in Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk from 21st July to 2nd September, with 160 tonnes of sand* and a full schedule of activities planned for the whole family to enjoy its beach bliss at thecentre:mk.
Published - Tuesday, 03 July, 2012
Fancy joining in one of over 1000 free, fun group bike rides for families and friends this summer?
Sky Ride Local – the popular programme of friendly community led-rides, is back in MK for 2012 and bigger than ever.
Published - Tuesday, 03 July, 2012
For one day only, Britain's best known ancient landmark - Stonehenge - arrives in Milton Keynes, one of Britain’s newest cities . . . Sacrilege by Turner Prize-winning artist Jeremy Deller comes to Fishermead in Milton Keynes on Friday 20 July as part of IF: Milton Keynes International Festival 2012
Published - Monday, 02 July, 2012
On 9 July the Olympic Flame and the torch relay will arrive in Milton Keynes and Bletchley.
Published - Monday, 18 June, 2012
On Saturday 23 July, The Silk Road restaurant will host an Olympic send off for local table tennis champion Andrew Baggeley.
Published - Monday, 11 June, 2012
After nine months of hard work, over 80 students from Milton Keynes’ Schools and colleges will present their work at the Midsummer Place Shopping Centre Young Fashion Designer of the Year Awards 2012, on Tuesday 19th June at 6.15pm.
Published - Monday, 11 June, 2012
Calling all dads! You may think Fathers’ Day is for putting your feet up – but Gulliver’s is encouraging kids to drag their dads off the sofa for a day of family fun.
Published - Thursday, 07 June, 2012
There’s plenty of fun to be had for children and their teddy bears when they go down to Gulliver’s this weekend! The Milton Keynes theme park, which has launched a fully inclusive ticket this year, is throwing a teddy bears picnic party especially for children who visit the attraction this Saturday 9 and Sunday 10 June.
Published - Thursday, 07 June, 2012
Can’t get away this summer? Carluccio’s in Milton Keynes brings the flavour of Italy to your very own patch of green. Pick up a delicious picnic hamper and celebrate the best of Italy in Britain. With choices to make the most of every occasion, from a day out with friends and family to a romantic gesture from your amore, simply collect your picnic and head to the great outdoors.
Published - Wednesday, 06 June, 2012
On Tuesday 29 May, 22 of the latest AMG and Mercedes-Benz vehicles lined up outside Millbrook Events’ Pod venue to welcome the return of the Mercedes-Benz regional ‘ride and drive’ day.
Published - Wednesday, 06 June, 2012
On Wednesday 4th July, Calcutta Brasserie invites you to ‘come fly away’ and immerse yourself in their first ever Frank Sinatra Tribute Night. All guests are invited to taste the spectacular three course menu, whilst enjoying the evening’s entertainment in the ever spectacular surroundings of the Grade II listed building.
Published - Wednesday, 06 June, 2012
GARETH GATES AND JENNIFER ELLISON TO STAR IN LEGALLY BLONDE THE MUSICAL AT MILTON KEYNES THEATRE!
Published - Wednesday, 30 May, 2012
The line-up of events for this year's Mascot Olympics and Family Day on Saturday 16 June in support of Visually Impaired Children Taking Action (VICTA) has been announced, and it's bigger and better than any other year!
Published - Thursday, 24 May, 2012
To mark the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, Calcutta Brasserie has launched what can only be described as its most stunning signature dish to date. The appropriately named ‘Maharani Machli’ (The Queen’s Seafood) will cost £100 per customer due to the lavish ingredients, which include; the finest whole Canadian Lobster, Caviar, Saffron and a Gold leaf salad.
Published - Wednesday, 23 May, 2012
On Monday 4 June 2012 at 10.15pm The Mayor of Milton Keynes, Cllr Catriona Morris, will officially unveil a new public artwork at the Belvedere, Campbell Park, Milton Keynes to help celebrate HM Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
Published - Monday, 21 May, 2012
Join The Parks Trust to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the 20th anniversary of Milton Keynes’ parks at a Jubilee Garden Party on Tuesday 5 June, from 2.00pm to 6.00pm, in Campbell Park.
Published - Monday, 21 May, 2012
Join in the family fun at Bletchley Park on for its annual ‘Forties Family Festival’. In 2011, the event attracted over 3,500 visitors and over 250 World War Two (WW2) re-enactors who had Bletchley Park teeming with Forties activity.
Published - Thursday, 17 May, 2012
From canine companions to feline and feathered friends, reptiles and rodents – all creatures great and small are invited to a special service of thanksgiving for animals.
Published - Monday, 14 May, 2012
Next up at the Red Card Comedy Club at the DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes are witty Geordie Micky Hutton, the very young and very talented Matt Richardson (a mere 20 years old!), Scotland’s Mr Funny Brian Higgins makes a welcome return and keeping the show on the straight and not so narrow, MC Elis James.
Published - Monday, 14 May, 2012
Photography students from Milton Keynes College were delighted to be invited to be part of the opening exhibition of International Photography at FRINGEMK@Westbury as part of the Milton Keynes Summer of Culture 2012.
Published - Thursday, 26 April, 2012
Midsummer Place Shopping Centre will be host to 26 of Milton Keynes’ finest athletes business heads on Saturday 28th April to promote the Milton Keynes Marathon.
Published - Wednesday, 18 April, 2012
Legal & General Property (“LGP”) announces that it is currently developing plans for a major £15 million enhancement to Midsummer Place Shopping Centre in Milton Keynes.
Published - Monday, 16 April, 2012
28 acres for 28 sculptors- Woburn ARTBEAT launches for summer 2012. On Thursday 5 April Woburn Abbey opened its gardens to welcome over 300 guests to a preview of the Woburn ARTBEAT sculpture exhibition.
Published - Monday, 16 April, 2012
As normal the Red Card Comedy team returns to the DoubleTree by Hilton Milton Keynes for another night of laughter. The last two shows have been a total sell out; so booking in advance is recommended.
Published - Wednesday, 11 April, 2012
Milton Keynes Council announced today (10 April) that it has chosen Aspers as the winner of the competition to operate a new casino in Milton Keynes.
Published - Thursday, 05 April, 2012
The first IF: Milton Keynes International Festival in 2010 exceeded all expectations, bringing over 90,000 people into central Milton Keynes. The Festival returns in 2012 for ten amazing days of performance, music, comedy, large-scale spectacle and free outdoor events.
Published - Wednesday, 04 April, 2012
It’s hotting up at Milton Keynes Theatre for the best summer season yet, full of dance, drama, comedy and musical theatre. Productions coming this summer include Dirty Dancing, Legally Blonde, Sister Act, Midnight Tango, Steel Magnolias, Chicago and the amazing Blood Brothers.
Check out our month by month guide below:
Published - Tuesday, 03 April, 2012
CBeebies’ favourite musical primates the ZingZillas have teamed up with Gulliver’s theme parks to announce a string of 2012 tour dates.
Published - Tuesday, 27 March, 2012
Shopping this Easter at thecentre:mk could be tricky, be careful as the white rabbit may tempt you to get Lost in Wonderland and spend hours finding your way through the magical maze with the whole family! From 30 March- 29 April, take on the adventure and enjoy hours of fun as you find your way to the mad hatters party!
Published - Tuesday, 27 March, 2012
The family fun starts early this year at Bletchley Park, with Family Fun Wednesdays on the 4 and 11 April, as well as the Park’s annual Easter Eggstravaganza on Bank Holiday Monday, 9th April...and remember under 12s go FREE.
Published - Tuesday, 27 March, 2012
The UK’s premier driving event for the fleet sector, Company Car in Action, is returning to the tracks at Millbrook, Bedfordshire, this summer for the 22nd year running.
Published - Thursday, 22 March, 2012
Spring is in the air at Gulliver’s Milton Keynes, where Farm Park staff are welcoming a host of new four-legged friends. The award-winning park is now home to new calves, chickens, lambs, piglets, goats, chicks and lambs ahead of its Easter opening weekend on Saturday 31 March.
Published - Thursday, 22 March, 2012
A new café is opening on Sundays in Campbell Park. Visitors to the park will now be able to enhance their walk, cycle ride or family day out by enjoying a relaxing cup of tea, a homemade cake or tasty treat.
Published - Thursday, 22 March, 2012
Last Friday of the month - it must be the Red Card Comedy Club!
Published - Thursday, 22 March, 2012
One of Milton Keynes favourite Indian restaurants Calcutta Brasserie in Stony Stratford is celebrating after being awarded a place in the prestigious Cobra Good Curry Guide 2012.
Published - Thursday, 15 March, 2012
VIP is back! How would you like the chance to shop like a celebrity, have exclusive access to top fashion stores and receive special discounts off everything? Midsummer Place’s VIP shopping event is back for one night only; and you could be there.
Published - Thursday, 15 March, 2012
In the year of the London 2012 Olympics, the Theatre District has promised this year’s Mascot Olympics and Family Day will be the biggest AND best yet!
Published - Wednesday, 29 February, 2012
New cycling holiday company announces a holiday in the ‘new city’. Wheel2Wheel Holidays has set its sights on Milton Keynes (MK) after announcing the launch of its new MK cycling city break…the first to be offered in the city.
Published - Wednesday, 29 February, 2012
A favourite view, a special place to watch wildlife or a treasured family memory. Milton Keynes has some of the finest parks in the country and we’re encouraging residents and visitors to get snap-happy in our parks for a chance to win The Parks Trust’s Photography Competition and £300 in photography vouchers.
Published - Wednesday, 29 February, 2012
IF: Milton Keynes International Festival 2012 announces its first international premiere and collaboration with the London 2012 Festival. Pioneering Cambodian company Phare Ponleu Selpak presents Rouge from Friday 20 to Monday 23 July in the Theatre Tent, Campbell Park, Milton Keynes.
Published - Monday, 27 February, 2012
Milton Keynes Dons has been unveiled as the Coca-Cola Community Club of the Year for the South East and are now in the running to take the national accolade at the Football League Awards 2012.
Published - Monday, 27 February, 2012
Phil Fanning, Head Chef at Paris House restaurant in Woburn picked up gold at this year’s annual Hi-Life Dining Awards, where he won the much sought after ‘Best Chef’ award sponsored by Dawnvale.
Published - Wednesday, 08 February, 2012
For Christmas 2011, the Milton Keynes Play Association (MKPA) were the annual Christmas wishing pool beneficiary, at thecentre:mk. During the festive season visitors to the centres ‘An Olde English Christmas’ show donated £4093.79 to the local charity.
Published - Wednesday, 08 February, 2012
A hearty laugh with friends burns an average of 1.3 calories per minute, it relieves emotional stress plus, exercises the diaphragm, contracts the abs and even works out the shoulders, it also provides a good workout for the heart. So it’s official, the Red Card Comedy Club is good for you! Get your work out on the last Friday of every month at stadiummk.
Published - Monday, 06 February, 2012
To celebrate Chinese New Year and the Year of the Dragon, Willen Hospice has joined with Gable Events to launch the 11th Milton Keynes Dragon Boat Festival. The 2012 Festival takes place on Sunday 24th June on Willen Lake in aid of Willen Hospice and is the largest and most eagerly anticipated team event in the region. Up to 60 crews representing companies, organisations, clubs and groups of friends from all over Milton Keynes and the surrounding area are expected to battle it out on the day ove
Published - Thursday, 02 February, 2012
The Milton Keynes Dons game against Bury on Saturday 11th February, kick-off 3pm, has been designated to host the second stadiummk ‘Ladies Big Day’!
Published - Monday, 23 January, 2012
Britain’s Olympic Year gets off to an inspiring start this month with the opening of a special exhibition celebrating Milton Keynes’ contribution to the nation’s sporting life.
Published - Monday, 23 January, 2012
Introduce your family to the wonderful world of bird watching and fossil hunting at The Parks Trust’s half-term holiday events. Pull on your woollies and explore the natural world and the parks on your doorstep.
Published - Monday, 23 January, 2012
The infamous ‘Dining in the Dark’ experience is back by popular demand on Wednesday 29th February with an extra special menu, designed to heighten your sensory culinary experience in the sumptuous surroundings of Calcutta Brasserie in Stony Stratford.
Published - Thursday, 19 January, 2012
Championed by Stony Stratford Business Association, the town is hosting its first celebration of food and drink, with events at venues all over the town from 24 February to 4 March 2012.
Published - Thursday, 19 January, 2012
Kick out January in style? Join the Red Card Comedy team on Friday 27th January for the first show of the New Year at the Doubletree by Hilton Milton Keynes, stadiummk.
Published - Thursday, 19 January, 2012
Discover the wonders of the natural world, learn a practical craft or explore your creative side with The Parks Trust’s new range of short courses for adults.
Published - Thursday, 19 January, 2012
From Thursday 19 to Sunday 22 January thecentre:mk’s Motor Show returns to Middleton Hall with an extensive range of brands exhibiting their latest models. With a mix of classic and modern cars to suit all tastes and family size, all exhibitors will showcase several vehicles, with specialist staff on hand to provide information and discuss test drives and pricing. The show will also feature the launch of the brand new Hyundai Veloster model, which will not go on sale in the UK until February.
Published - Monday, 16 January, 2012
Food has always played an important role in the game of love. Whether you choose to show how you feel with a cosy meal at home, a romantic restaurant dinner or stylish foodie gift, Carluccio’s in Queen's Court has all the ingredients for you to make this Valentine’s Day your own.
Published - Wednesday, 18 January, 2012
Do you love dinner parties? Are you a great cook?
Published - Wednesday, 14 December, 2011
At Midsummer Place Shopping Centre, visitors’ footsteps will power the Christmas lights as the UK’s first ever kinetically powered, sustainable Christmas tree is launched.
Santa is asking Milton Keynes children to help him track down a naughty elf for a chance to win a free Christmas day out. Eric the Elf was helping Santa prepare for Christmas when he escaped with some presents meant for children visiting the park over the festive break.
Published - Wednesday, 14 December, 2011
Milton Keynes City Centre Management ‘s After8 Group in partnership with SaferMK have come together for the third year in a row to keep Milton Keynes’ festivities as joyful and incident free as possible with the return of the Festive Safe Hut.
Published - Monday, 05 December, 2011
Before Gareth Gates and the gang debut at the Milton Keynes Theatre in the Christmas panto ‘Aladdin’, they appeared at Frosts Garden Centre at the weekend to celebrate their real outdoor ice-skating rink and meet local shoppers.
Published - Monday, 05 December, 2011
Red Hot World Buffet and Bar, received national recognition at the prestigious Hero and Icon Awards, hosted by Peach, the leisure consultancy and publishing group on Thursday 17th November.
Published - Tuesday, 22 November, 2011
Xscape Milton Keynes has been transformed into a wonderful winter Wonderland and Christmas Extravaganza with festive fun for everyone. Being the Home of Winter, with guaranteed real snow on the snow slope every day, there’s no-where else that can compare!
The 2011 Theatre District Christmas event on Sunday 27 November promises to be the biggest and best yet. They have a full line up of fantastic entertainment, including three times Guinness World Record Holder Professional Freestyle Footballer Daniel Cutter, the MK Parkour Display Team and FREE kids rides supplied by Keith Emmett.
Published - Tuesday, 15 November, 2011
Join the Red Card Comedy team for another great evening in a stylish cabaret style setting with reserved seating at the Doubletree by Hilton (stadiummk).
Published - Tuesday, 15 November, 2011
Throughout November and December experts from the world of extreme sports are going to be on hand to give you advice and tips at Xscape Milton Keynes. With every kind of extreme, winter and urban sport activity catered for, Xscape is the place to head for expert knowledge and experience. So if you are looking to get some new gear or need advice on the right equipment look no further...
Published - Tuesday, 15 November, 2011
Regional shopping destination, thecentre:mk have announced exciting plans for the opening of ‘An Olde English Christmas’ in Middleton Hall and a spectacular outdoor ice rink in Queens Court for Christmas 2011.
Published - Monday, 14 November, 2011
Milton Keynes Theatre’s newly announced Spring 2012 season is teeming with gloriously up-lifting West End musicals, sensational drama, dazzling dance and breath-taking opera.
Published - Thursday, 10 November, 2011
Visitors to Stowe Landscape Gardens in Buckinghamshire can enjoy free entry to these beautiful National Trust gardens. As an early Christmas present, the gardens will be entirely free to walk around and enjoy during November and December. The gardens’ opening times have been extended to be open every Wednesday through to Sunday.
Published - Thursday, 10 November, 2011
The vision of a waterway linking the River Great Ouse at Bedford with the Grand Union Canal at Milton Keynes first proposed on the very day 200 years ago was celebrated last Friday (4th November) at a conference and dinner when the Mayor of Bedford, Dave Hodgson, said: “I don’t want there to be any more mayors before we have completion of the project.”
Published - Wednesday, 09 November, 2011
Xscape Milton Keynes is being transformed into a wonderful winter Wonderland and Christmas Extravaganza from 12th November with festive fun for everyone. Being the Home of Winter, with guaranteed real snow on the snow slope every day, there’s no-where else that can compare!
Published - Tuesday, 08 November, 2011
The shortlist for the prestigious British Curry Awards has just been announced and Milton Keynes’ Calcutta Brasserie is among the few to compete at the highest level in the Indian food sector.
Published - Tuesday, 08 November, 2011
Inter MK is delighted to announce the imminent arrival of Milton Keynes’ most exciting new retail development and confirm that stadiummk is now set to be completed in time for the start of next season.
Published - Monday, 07 November, 2011
It's official! The Olympic Torch relay will pass through Milton Keynes and Bletchley on route to London for the opening ceremony. It will com through the are on 9 July 2012.
Published - Wednesday, 26 October, 2011
Local fireman, Steve Moore, is taking on one of the toughest challenges imaginable. Starting from Sunday 6 November 2011, he will run a total distance of 500 miles on a treadmill.
Published - Tuesday, 25 October, 2011
Milton Keynes is to host a huge celebratory event on 10 December following another Championship winning season for city based Formula One stars Red Bull Racing.
Published - Monday, 24 October, 2011
Interdirect, Milton Keynes leading full service agency is the proud winner of the Business of the Year Award (£1 - £5m turnover), announced at the recent Milton Keynes and North Bucks Chamber of Commerce Business Excellence Awards.
The wedding management at Stowe has now come under the arm of The Zest Group, a national hospitality company with offices in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire.
Published - Wednesday, 19 October, 2011
Get your fix of spooky goings on this Halloween at Milton Keynes vibrant leisure destination, The Hub, on Sunday 30th October from 5 pm to 6:30 pm.
Published - Wednesday, 19 October, 2011
October is Big Draw month! This annual event, organised by The Campaign for Drawing, the largest drawing festival in the world, with more than 1000 venues in the UK taking part throughout the month, from national galleries, museums and heritage sites to nursery schools and village halls.
Published - Tuesday, 18 October, 2011
This October half term, Frosts at Woburn Sands will be putting on a ‘Spook-tacular’ display of their home-grown autumn harvest with something for the children and adults.
Published - Wednesday, 12 October, 2011
thecentre:mk announce exciting plans for Christmas and the opening of their online bookings, in October 2011. The centre will open, ‘An Olde English Christmas’ show with a traditionally themed Dickensian scene. In addition to the show and Santa’s grotto, the centre opens an elegant outdoor ice rink to create a fantastic Christmassy atmosphere in Queen’s Court this year.
Published - Wednesday, 12 October, 2011
From Sunday 9th October, the UK will celebrate National Curry Week and one of Milton Keynes’ restaurants is offering curry-lovers an opportunity of a lifetime – to have its award-winning head chef cook in their home.
Published - Wednesday, 12 October, 2011
Over the years, the UK has named a ‘curry’ as the nation’s favourite dish, but one restaurant is bringing Brit’s taste buds back to basics in a search for the ‘Best of British’.
Published - Thursday, 06 October, 2011
The Milton Keynes Citizen Family Dons Big Day is back at stadiummk for the League One clash between MK Dons and Scunthorpe United on Saturday 22 October.
Published - Wednesday, 05 October, 2011
A new city will be announced as part of Her Majesty's Diamond Jubilee celebrations in 2012, and Milton Keynes is one of 25 applicants for city status. MK Council is launching a photo competition where one image of Milton Keynes submitted by a resident will be chosen to feature on a special Christmas card to be sent to The Queen.
Published - Wednesday, 05 October, 2011
Interdirect, Milton Keynes’ leading full service media agency has extended its hand of good will with a fresh look for Milton Keynes City Orchestra’s (MKCO’s) website.
Published - Wednesday, 05 October, 2011
A landmark victory for the Bletchley Park Trust is today announced with a grant of £4.6 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) towards the regeneration of Bletchley Park.
Published - Monday, 03 October, 2011
MK Gallery introduces an exciting new service for visitors on Saturday 1 October 2011 when it launches Mini Makers, a regular art activity session for accompanied children ages 4+ and their families. Replacing the gallery’s Saturday Art Trolley drop-in sessions, Mini Makers offers young visitors a richer experience with the chance to explore art in all its forms through a selection of varied and creative, artist-led activities each week.
Published - Monday, 03 October, 2011
In October 2011, regional shopping destination thecentre:mk will be open to guests until 8pm, from Monday to Friday with free parking after 6pm. The centre launch this big change inviting shoppers to an extravagant 1940’s ‘Big Band Night’ of live music and dancing, in Queen’s Court on Monday 3 October from 7pm, to raise funds for the Royal British Legion.
Published - Monday, 03 October, 2011
The success of the inaugural IF:Milton Keynes International Festival in 2010 has led to a vote of confidence from Arts Council England and Milton Keynes Council who are putting their weight behind Festivals in 2012 and 2014.
Published - Monday, 03 October, 2011
Schoolchildren from all over Milton Keynes and the surrounding district will be descending on stadium:mk on Saturday 15th October, kick off 3.00pm, to see Milton Keynes Dons play A.F.C. Bournemouth as part of the MK Dons Football Club and MK Dons Sport and Education Trust first ever ‘Schools Big Day’!
Published - Sunday, 25 September, 2011
Swedish House Mafia will play The National Bowl in Milton Keynes on 14 July 2012. Tickets will go on sale on Friday 30 September 2011 at 9.00am.
Published - Monday, 19 September, 2011
There are many imitations, but the original and best is back! The World’s Most Successful Rock ‘n’ Roll Musical, Buddy – The Buddy Holly Story, kicks off its 2011 UK Tour in February visiting Milton Keynes Theatre for one week only 26 Sept – 1 Oct.
Published - Thursday, 15 September, 2011
The Good Food Guide has recently contacted local Chinese restaurant ‘Taipan’ to inform them they have been included in their prestigious 2012 book, apparently the only restaurant in Milton Keynes to be in the Guide this year.
Published - Wednesday, 14 September, 2011
Nothing, not even squally weather conditions, austerity measures and England’s kick-off in the Rugby World Cup, stopped walkers from taking it all in their stride at this year’s Newport Muster.
Published - Wednesday, 14 September, 2011
This exhibition is to celebrate the launch of The Public Arts Trust, Milton Keynes, will stretch over 120 metres in thecentre:mk and feature works by artists such as Royal Academicians Michael Sandle and Philip Jackson as well as Thomas Ostenberg (one of only a few non-British artists to be selected to have his work placed throughout London for the 2012 Olympics).
Published - Thursday, 08 September, 2011
SEMLEP South East Midlands Local Enterprise Partnership is pleased to announce that Dr. Ann Limb OBE DL has been appointed as Chair effective 30th September 2011.
Published - Monday, 05 September, 2011
The tastes and smells of Normandy come to Stony Stratford when a French traders’ food and craft market from Normandy visits the town for the first time on Friday 16 September. Cheeses from all regions of France will be available together with bread and croissants cooked on site.
Published - Wednesday, 31 August, 2011
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Tony Sale, one of the founders of the Bletchley Park Trust and the mastermind behind the successful re-build of Colossus, the world’s first operational computer and a vital part of the war effort from 1944 onwards.
Published - Thursday, 25 August, 2011
A team of three from Interdirect, Milton Keynes’ leading full service agency, are limbering up in preparation for a charity cycle challenge from London to Brighton.
Published - Wednesday, 24 August, 2011
Woburn Safari Park is delighted to share some good news and to help celebrate they will be launching a JUMBO summer sale online at www.woburn.co.uk with an amazing offer for an action packed day out for the whole family!
Published - Wednesday, 17 August, 2011
thecentre:mk hot air balloon made its debut at this year’s Northampton Balloon Festival. It took flight every morning and evening over the weekend of the 19 August and took part in the beautiful 9pm Saturday evening ‘glow’ of balloons. The balloon is an exciting project for thecentre:mk, which creates an iconic symbol for the centre to fly across England in, over the coming year.
Published - Wednesday, 17 August, 2011
Lots of wobbly fun was had a Gulliver’s Land in Milton Keynes last Thursday as visitors attempted to break a new world record.
Published - Wednesday, 17 August, 2011
Pop and musical theatre star Gareth Gates, fresh from his critically acclaimed role in the 25th anniversary tour of Les Miserables culminating at the London Barbican, will be taking panto-goers on a magical carpet ride this Christmas in the title role of Aladdin.
Published - Friday, 12 August, 2011
TV presenter Jeff Brazier will attend Sky Ride Milton Keynes on Sunday 28 August – a free event organised by Sky and British Cycling in partnership with Milton Keynes Council offering people of all ages and abilities the chance to ride around the town on traffic-free streets.
Published - Monday, 08 August, 2011
THE countdown has begun to possibly the area’s largest walking festival with a plea by organisers to get participants to register early.
Published - Monday, 08 August, 2011
The Milton Keynes Open Air Film Festival at Campbell Park is back for its fourth year and it’s bigger and better than ever before with a Friday Night Drive In on 19 August and six free films on Saturday 20 August and Sunday 21 August.
Published - Monday, 08 August, 2011
The temperature is heating up this August Bank Holiday at Frosts, Woburn Sands. From Saturday 27 August to Monday 29 August Frosts will be presenting their very own Chilli Festival where there will be over 30 home-grown chilli varieties and hundreds of plants on display to admire and buy - and (if you’re brave enough) taste!
Published - Friday, 05 August, 2011
To help families make the most of the great British summer, the National Trust is offering free entry for kids from 1-26 August.
Published - Thursday, 04 August, 2011
Tens of thousands of flowers have arrived at Chicheley Hall in preparation for the biggest floral design show ever seen in the UK. The House and Church will be flowing with flowers from all parts of the world.
Published - Tuesday, 26 July, 2011
Get down to Xscape Island this summer - complete with a sandy beach, cocktail bar and jetty - you’ll feel transported to somewhere exotic! Every day from now until 14 August we’ll be running free family activities with our team of castaways on the beach along with a treasure hunt, raft building competition and message in a bottle game!
Published - Thursday, 21 July, 2011
Pack up your flip flops and sun cream, and join Frosts at Woburn Sands for a weekend at the seaside.
Published - Thursday, 21 July, 2011
The Hub Milton Keynes will host a colourful Charity Bazaar on Sunday 24th July, from 12pm to 3pm. Staged in the central Piazza of the popular restaurant and leisure destination, and with the support of new radio station MKFM who will broadcast live from the event, organisers Jardine Michelson have engaged many of the area’s most well-known and best loved charities.
Published - Thursday, 21 July, 2011
Roll Up! Roll Up! Join the Circus Stars adventure at your local library. Prepare to be amazed this summer, as your children read books, collect fabulous sets of stickers and write book reviews.
Published - Monday, 18 July, 2011
In this brilliantly entertaining and zany novel, author Rob Badcock takes us on a roller-coaster ride through a Britain of the near future and people who know Milton Keynes may just recognise a few of the locations featured.
Published - Monday, 18 July, 2011
Imagine visiting thecentre:mk to find 160 tonnes of soft white sand appear in Middleton Hall, alongside six discovery beach huts, sand sculptures, refreshments, rides, games and lots of free activities. thecentre:mk, regional shopping destination, bring ‘The Beach’ to Milton Keynes from July 25 to 31 August, to the city located over 70 miles away from the coastline.
Published - Wednesday, 13 July, 2011
Si5 Spymissions in Winterhill, Milton Keynes was the place to be last week as they launched their brand new missions for 6-8 year olds.
Published - Wednesday, 13 July, 2011
A strange question but, have you ever wondered whether your food would taste different in the dark? Well, Calcutta Brasserie in Stony Stratford can cure your curiosity with the launch of their next dining experience, ‘Dining in the Dark’, ‘designed to heighten your sensory culinary experience’.
Published - Monday, 11 July, 2011
Linford Lakes in Milton Keynes is set to be the venue for one of the largest and most exciting events in the UK fishing calendar. Annual charity carp fishing extravaganza “The Big Fish” will be held at the stunning Great Linford Lakes for the next 5 years with over 3000 visitors already expected at this year’s star studded affair.
Published - Saturday, 09 July, 2011
From war-torn trenches and memorable monarchs to the glamour of Hollywood’s silver screen and the rock and roll 50’s - there’s something for everyone in Milton Keynes Theatre’s stunning autumn season. Highlights include the return of theatre friend Sir Ian Mckellen in The Syndicate, a world premier performance from Warren Clarke in Three days in May and of course, this years magical family pantomime Aladdin.
Published - Thursday, 07 July, 2011
The people of Milton Keynes and beyond are being invited to get involved in The Boat Project, an extraordinary event taking place as part of the IF:Milton Keynes International Festival 2012 and the 2012 Cultural Olympiad.
Published - Monday, 04 July, 2011
Last Wednesday night, the Calcutta Brasserie’s head chef, Saj Khan was officially named the second best chef in the whole of the UK at the Britain’s Best Indian Chef 2011 competition, held at Oxford & Cherwell Valley College.
Published - Monday, 04 July, 2011
Dig out your flip flops and Hawaiian shirt; crank up Bob Marley and relax to the sounds of the Caribbean this summer. On Friday 15 July, Red Hot World Buffet and Bar will be launching a brand new destination in their around-the-world restaurant, with a month long Caribbean Food and Drink Festival.
Published - Monday, 27 June, 2011
Recently, Midsummer Place drew in a crowd of over 600 people for The Young Fashion Designer of the Year Awards 2011. 58 students from three age categories, years 8/9; 10/11 & 12/13, made it to the final with students from; Milton Keynes College; MK Academy; Hazeley School; Walton High; Lord Grey; Stantonbury Campus; St Paul’s Catholic School.
Published - Monday, 27 June, 2011
On the 27 July 2011, Calcutta Brasserie in Stony Stratford will be transformed back to the 70’s by UK trio singing sensation, The Bootleg Bee Gees.
Published - Friday, 24 June, 2011
Today thecentre:mk announce that its anchor store, House of Fraser, will undergo a complete refurbishment due to complete in the Autumn. House of Fraser will be subject to a £4.5 million investment, which will create a premium shopping environment. The existing store will be significantly upgraded, boasting, a light filled and contemporary retail environment, which will enhance shoppers’ experience and reflect House of Fraser’s reputation as a premium department store.
Published - Thursday, 23 June, 2011
Interdirect, Milton Keynes’ leading full service agency is pleased to announce it will continue to support local football club, Milton Keynes Dons, for a second season.
Published - Monday, 20 June, 2011
Si5 Spymissions in Milton Keynes are delighted to announce the opening of our brand new Junior Missions for 6-8 year olds.
Published - Monday, 20 June, 2011
Join the Red Card Comedy team at the Doubletree by Hilton at stadiummk on Friday 24th June for another hilarious evening.
Published - Monday, 20 June, 2011
On Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th June, Frosts Garden Centre will be celebrating their 65th Birthday with a whole weekend of entertainment. From 10am-4pm each day, there will be product demonstrations, food tasters, live music from The Woburn Sands Band and activities for the whole family to enjoy.
Published - Monday, 13 June, 2011
Culinary sophistication and local home grown artisan products will feature at thecentre:mk ‘The Great Taste Market’ this June. From Saturday 18 through to Sunday 19 June; food experts will fill Queens court at thecentre:mk for the weekend, to exhibit and sell their best in show.
Published - Monday, 13 June, 2011
Following the success of the inaugural IF: Milton Keynes International Festival in 2010, Arts Council England has agreed to support The Stables’ plans for festivals of a similar scale in both 2012 and 2014, and the ambition for IF to become a landmark event in the UK calendar. The 2012 Festival will present ‘10 amazing days’ in Milton Keynes between Friday 20 and Sunday 29 July 2012.
Published - Monday, 13 June, 2011
Six months on from the replacement of the local radio station for Milton Keynes with a national and regional service, a team of former Heart FM staff have announced exciting plans to launch a new radio station for the local community.
Published - Monday, 13 June, 2011
The temperature is soaring, the sun has made an appearance and you can finally leave the house without a coat; picnic season has most definitely arrived. Whether youre grabbing a quick lunch in your own little patch of green, or on your way to one of the summers outdoor concerts or festivals, Carluccios in Milton Keynes, has a hamper to suit.
Published - Saturday, 11 June, 2011
Destination Milton Keynes is pleased to announce that Dr Ann Limb OBE DL, the current Chair of DMK, has been honoured for her public service work and for services to education with the award of an OBE in the Queen’s Birthday honours list.
Published - Thursday, 09 June, 2011
Stuck trying to find that perfect gift for your dad this Father’s Day? Well Red Hot World Buffet & Bar is giving customers the ultimate chance to wow their dads this year, with an online charity auction to win the perfect Father’s Day package.
Published - Wednesday, 08 June, 2011
Calcutta Brasserie in Stony Stratford is celebrating as its head chef, Saj Khan is through to the final of the Britain’s Best Indian Chef 2011 competition.
Published - Monday, 06 June, 2011
During April, Frosts Garden Centres across the region collected customer’s old gardening tools, in exchange for money off new ones and this week the old tools were donated to local charity, MK SNAP, who work with individuals with learning and physical difficulties.
Published - Monday, 06 June, 2011
Global Spanish tapas and pinxtos restaurant and bar, Lizarran, has opened in the UK at The Hub in Milton Keynes and guarantees to bring a large slice of Spanish flair and passion to the city’s dining out offering.
Published - Saturday, 04 June, 2011
Meet Speckles, Fluff, Bisto and Hairy Maclary the chickens, Jemima the duck and a host of piglets, ducklings, cows and sheep at The Parks Trust’s Farm Day event.
Published - Friday, 03 June, 2011
Today Jurys Inn, The Hub, announced its activity and in-hotel initiatives in support of Green Tourism Week and the hotel’s continuing commitment to Milton Keynes, its residents and visitors.
Published - Friday, 03 June, 2011
The 10 in 8 Fine Dining Group is delighted with the announcement that Phil Fanning, Head Chef at Paris House Restaurant in Woburn, Bedfordshire has been awarded a coveted Acorn Award. This comes just five months after being awarded his first Michelin star in January of this year.
Published - Wednesday, 01 June, 2011
The legendary Mascot Olympics is back for another year on Saturday 11 June 2011 but this year it is part of bigger and better Family Fun day.
Published - Monday, 30 May, 2011
Milton Keynes has joined a growing list of towns, cities and counties in the UK by appointing their own official Poet Laureate. Outgoing Mayor Debbie Brock awarded the title to Mark Niel in recognition of his efforts to promote poetry and local poets through his work with Tongue in Chic as well as representing Milton Keynes at performances across the country.
Published - Thursday, 19 May, 2011
Saturday, 14 May saw the Alternative Oscars Ball take place at the De Vere Harben, Newport Pagnell, and raise an amazing £5,000 for Milton Keynes Hospital’s Little Lives Appeal.
Published - Wednesday, 18 May, 2011
Join the Red Card Comedy team at stadiummk, on Friday 27 May. Performing on the night are; cheeky, super polished Daliso Chaponda, thought provoking Steve Day, up and coming Carl Hutchinson and feisty Brummie Susan Murray, all of whom promise an hilarious evenings entertainment in the stylish surrounds of the Doubletree by Hilton, Milton Keynes.
Published - Monday, 16 May, 2011
An entertainment venue like no other is set to light up Milton Keynes in extraordinary fashion on Thursday 19 May. Stepping back to the glamorous tradition of cabaret, The Greene Room is an elegant new destination in surroundings which exude the forbidden glamour of a bygone era. Live entertainment, dancers, Burlesque, music, film, comedy and much more are on the menu at the swanky new venue located in the Theatre District.
Published - Monday, 16 May, 2011
Grease is the word! Following its electrifyin’ 4 year West End run the smash hit musical Grease begins a new tour from this spring arriving at Milton Keynes Theatre 24 May - 4 June.
Published - Wednesday, 11 May, 2011
Interdirect, Milton Keynes’ leading full service agency is pleased to see the return of local radio to Milton Keynes, and has been supporting new radio station MKFM by establishing its brand, and creating a new look for this exciting venture.
Published - Tuesday, 10 May, 2011
Join Antonio Carluccio for an exclusive lunch to celebrate the launch of his latest cookbook, Two Greedy Italians, and accompanying BBC2 series. Renowned cook and founder of Carluccio’s, Antonio will host a very special three-course Italian lunch paired with specially selected wines at the Milton Keynes caffè on Friday 20May.
Published - Friday, 06 May, 2011
CELEBRATE BRITISH TOMATO WEEK WITH A GREEN SAUSAGE
Join Frosts Garden Centre in Woburn Sands on Saturday 14 May to celebrate the start of British Tomato Week and the Centre’s week-long tomato festival.
Published - Thursday, 05 May, 2011
International Day of Families, annually held on May 15th, celebrates the importance of families and Aerial Extreme understands a good family bond can be strengthened through the challenge of a shared adventure. What better way to celebrate family togetherness than being 50 feet in the air!
Published - Tuesday, 03 May, 2011
DMK member, Calcutta Brasserie, and the local town of Stony Stratford were featured in the Daily Mail this weekend.
Published - Thursday, 28 April, 2011
thecentre:mk is excited to announce the imminent arrival of Jamie’s Italian, set to open at the centre in the summer of 2011. thecentre:mk will welcome Jamie’s Italian, a wonderful new dining partner to the premium quarter on Silbury Arcade. Jamie will bring a charming rustic menu and Mediterranean simplicity as an alternative eatery for guests at thecentre:mk.
Published - Thursday, 28 April, 2011
Milton Keynes National Bowl Race For Life is Cancer Research UK’s flagship event, with participants helping to fund the work of over 4,000 researchers, doctors and nurses dedicated to helping more people beat cancer.
Published - Tuesday, 26 April, 2011
Whether you love photographing wildlife or historic houses, have celebrated your wedding at Woburn or play at the Golf Club, Woburn would love to receive your photographic entries.
Published - Thursday, 21 April, 2011
One Indian restaurant in Stony Stratford has gone to extraordinary lengths to show support for the Royal Wedding, by putting Prince William and Kate’s face on their specially commissioned naan breads.
Published - Wednesday, 20 April, 2011
City Camping offers an affordable accommodation alternative when looking to stay in Milton Keynes during busy periods.
Published - Friday, 15 April, 2011
To celebrate the public holiday for that wedding the National Trust at Stowe Landscape Gardens is offering free entry on the day to anyone called Catherine or William...
Published - Tuesday, 12 April, 2011
MK Dons’ game against Huddersfield Town on Friday 22 April has been designated as the club’s first ‘Ability Counts’ Big Day which aims to promote their facilities to current and new disabled supporters ...
Published - Monday, 11 April, 2011
On Sunday 17th April, Woburn Sands will welcome back the Classic Car Rally. The event which begins at 7.30am from Frosts Garden Centre in Woburn Sands is the place to be for car enthusiasts.
Published - Monday, 21 March, 2011
Theme park mascot Gully Mouse is looking for walking buddies to help mark May’s National Walk to School Week. The Gulliver’s theme park favourite wants to get involved in the event, which sees more than one million people ditching the car and opting for a healthier journey to school.
Published - Friday, 18 March, 2011
Milton Keynes Theatre is looking forward to an exciting new summer season with a fantastic line-up of shows to suit all tastes and ages and today announces the news that for the first time in their history they will play host to a World Premiere of a glorious new show – Top Hat
Published - Friday, 18 March, 2011
It was great to see 36 business people mingling together at last month’s launch meeting of SSBA’s business forum - Stony Means Business - where everyone contributed to the “tremendous vibe” as one attendee described the atmosphere in the room.
Published - Thursday, 17 March, 2011
The Mayor of Milton Keynes, Cllr Debbie Brock is delighted to announce the launch of another rare Egg by Sarah Fabergé – The Golden Egg – released to raise much needed funds for Willen Hospice and Bletchley Park Trust.
Published - Tuesday, 15 March, 2011
Scouts, Guides, Boys Brigade, Duke of Edinburgh students and Cadets from all over Milton Keynes and the surrounding district will be descending on stadium:mk on Friday 25th March, kick off 7.45pm, to see Milton Keynes Dons play Walsall as part of the club’s first ‘Scouts and Guides Big Day’! (Any other groups that apply will be sold at our discretion.)
Published - Monday, 14 March, 2011
Historian Dr Mark Baldwin, who is a long-time supporter of Bletchley Park and an expert on the Enigma machine, will be cycling to Paris in March to raise funds for Bletchley Park.
Published - Wednesday, 09 March, 2011
DMK member Millbrook Concept Centre in Bedfordshire is hosting a charity cycling event in August in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support.
Published - Tuesday, 08 March, 2011
Have you got what it takes to compete in the Red Hot kitchen? Red Hot World Buffet & Bar, based in the Theatre District has teamed up with the Milton Keynes Citizen to launch a brand new award to find the first Red Hot Master Chef 2011.
Published - Wednesday, 23 February, 2011
From 1st – 31st March, Frosts Garden Centre will be helping the spring clean by holding a Tool Swap. Customers are being invited into the centre to bring in their broken or old garden tools that will then be renovated where possible and donated to charity.
Published - Monday, 21 February, 2011
The walk through wishing well at thecentre:mk Christmas Storyland adventure received £9,041.95 in donations over Christmas 2010.
Published - Thursday, 17 February, 2011
A NEW type of networking organisation, Business Biscotti, is set to launch in Milton Keynes on Wednesday 16th March, 9.30am @ Ramada Encore Hotel.
Published - Thursday, 17 February, 2011
JLS will be performing in Milton Keynes at StadiumMK on Friday 8 July 2011 with special guest Olly Murs. Tickets are on sale now.
Published - Monday, 14 February, 2011
The Galleon Pub, situated on the Grand Union Canal at Old Wolverton Village, has enhanced its food menu, with an exclusive gluten-free menu for visitors who suffer from coeliac disease. Since its refurbishment and the appointment of a new management team last year, the Galleon has become well known as a quality dining pub offering freshly cooked food.
Published - Monday, 14 February, 2011
Make a Difference - a project that inspires young people in MK to better their lives and those around them through positive action and volunteering is the latest winner of the Prime Minister's Big Society Award.
Published - Friday, 11 February, 2011
Mary Portas and the National Skills Academy prepare thecentre:mk stores for a tough 2011. With Mary Portas currently changing the face of retail and customer service as we know it through her Channel 4 series of ‘Secret Shopper’, retailers at thecentre:mk are offered her exclusive master classes through the skillscentre:mk, to polish their skills for a challenging 2011.
Published - Tuesday, 08 February, 2011
MK DONS LAUNCH NEW MATCHDAY SHUTTLE SERVICE FROM BLETCHLEY AND CENTRAL MILTON KEYNES
- From Saturday 12 February Dons fans will have a new method of travel for getting to stadiummk on time – one that will beat the traffic and save money on car parking fees!
Published - Tuesday, 08 February, 2011
Ice cold diamonds melt hearts at thecentre:mk
On Friday 11 February 2011 at 1:30pm a stunning ice sculpted heart will be carved live, centre stage in Queen’s Court at thecentre:mk. The giant ice sculpture will symbolise the essence of Valentine’s day, encasing a single red rose and a sparkling engagement ring.
Published - Thursday, 27 January, 2011
Headonist Hair and Beauty at The Hub has been celebrating in style after being the only salon in Milton Keynes to be awarded five stars by the prestigious Good Salon Guide.
Published - Tuesday, 25 January, 2011
Northampton Saints today announced that the Heineken Cup quarter final against Ulster will be played at stadium:mk in Milton Keynes during the weekend of April 8th/9th/10th 2011.
Published - Wednesday, 30 January, 2013
It's a New Year and to celebrate we've updated the FREE Amazing MK iPhone App with loads of new information.
Published - Monday, 24 January, 2011
Located on the first floor of the Central Library, the Discover Milton Keynes exhibitions showcase takes over from the successful phase 1 shop unit in thecentre:mk, which closed at the end of September 2010. During the two and a half years that Discover MK was in thecentre:mk the average number of monthly visits more than tripled from 1,000 per month in 2008 to over 3,000 per month in 2010.
Published - Friday, 21 January, 2011
The date for the 2011 Theatre District Mascot Olympics has been set for Saturday 11 June and organisers are asking local charities to step forward if they would like to be the main beneficiary of the event.
Published - Thursday, 20 January, 2011
Make your New Year’s Resolution a Charitable One -
January is a time when we take stock, look at our lives and perhaps consider doing something new.
Published - Thursday, 13 January, 2011
The Christmas gift wrapping service in Midsummer Place has raised £7000 for charity Advantage Africa in just three weeks. Throughout December, shoppers to the centre could donate money to have their Christmas presents wrapped by volunteers in the shopping centre, to raise vital funds for people affected by poverty, disability and AIDS in Africa.
Published - Wednesday, 12 January, 2011
Ortega, the home of Spanish dining in Milton Keynes has teamed up with the Qi Spa in Milton Keynes to offer the perfect Valentines Day competition.
thecentre:mk has launched its Bliss members club, gifting the first 100 members who spend £100 with a traditional Christmas Storyland ragdoll. This is an exclusive offer to shoppers who sign up for the free rewards system online.
Published - Monday, 20 December, 2010
The annual festive pantomime is now in full swing at Milton Keynes Theatre with a Hollywood actor and Welsh TV actress make the crowds laugh at every performance.
Published - Wednesday, 15 December, 2010
Santa’s grotto at thecentre:mk has been shortlisted for the Daily Mirror ‘Golden Reindeer’ Award. On Thursday 15th December, thecentre:mk grotto will appear in the Daily Mirror, nominated as one of the top eight grottos in the country.
Published - Monday, 13 December, 2010
The Christmas Storyland Adventure and Santa’s Grotto at thecentre:mk has attracted a record number of visitors to date. Since the launch of the Christmas event three weeks ago, Santa has welcomed over 8,000 children into his grotto and the Christmas Storyland Adventure has seen more than 700,000 people pass through its wishing pool, jump on the interactive stars under the 35ft Christmas tree and experience the icy crystal forest with its magical virtual wish fairy.
Published - Friday, 10 December, 2010
In late September 2010, astronomers discovered Gliese 581 g ‘the exoplanet or extrasolar planet
closest in size to Earth, with the greatest recognised potential for harbouring life’. MK Gallery’s
latest exhibition, MK2Morrow: One Small Step for Milton Keynes, proposes that residents of Milton
Keynes are best qualified to be pioneers of this new world, and uses the artworks as a starting point
for discussion.
Published - Monday, 06 December, 2010
Last week, Calcutta Brasserie received an award for being one of the finest Indian restaurants in the UK at the prestigious British Curry Awards. On Sunday 21 November, Stony Stratford’s very own Calcutta Brasserie came runner up in the award for The Best Spice Restaurant at the British Curry Awards 2010, losing out to the Aziz in Oxford.
Published - Thursday, 02 December, 2010
The team behind Milton Keynes’ World Cup bid has vowed to apply lessons learned to future bid opportunities so Milton Keynes develops as an International Sporting City.
Published - Thursday, 02 December, 2010
The Hub at Milton Keynes will be hosting an early evening of festive frolics and fun on Saturday 18 December from 4.00 to 6.00pm.
Published - Tuesday, 30 November, 2010
Plans have been revealed to help make Milton Keynes’s evening festivities the safest and most enjoyable yet. Milton Keynes City Centre Management ‘s After8 Group in partnership with SaferMK is delighted to announce the return of the After 8 Festive Safe Hut and the Pee Pod as a double initiative to heighten this year’s festive celebrations.
Published - Monday, 29 November, 2010
To celebrate the launch of New Cadbury Wishes, the magic of Cadbury is coming to MK with the Cadbury Wishes Workshop*. The Workshop will be visiting Milton Keynes on 7th-12th December 2010 at thecentre:mk at Middleton Hall. And to share the magic with those who need it most this Christmas, 10% of all Cadbury Wishes profits will be donated to Make-A-Wish**.
Published - Tuesday, 23 November, 2010
As Milton Keynes Theatre’s purr-fect family treat Dick Whittington (10 Dec – 16 Jan) starring with Dirk Benedict, and Joanna Page with guest stars Stavros Flatley, wraps up the winter season, get ready for a stunning spring set to thrill fans of drama, musicals, comedy, dance and music alike.
Published - Tuesday, 23 November, 2010
On Friday 19 November, thousands of children and their parents waited in excitement to catch a glimpse of Santa on his first Christmas outing at thecentre:mk. Santa, his elves and Storyland friends paraded down the malls, to open his grotto in the festive setting of the Christmas Storyland Adventure in Middleton Hall and declare Christmas officially open at thecentre:mk.
Published - Tuesday, 23 November, 2010
From 9 December, Midsummer Place Shopping Centre will be welcoming the return of its Christmas gift wrapping service.
Published - Friday, 19 November, 2010
In 2009 over 2,000 people were in Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk, to witness Santa cutting the red ribbon to his Grotto. This year make sure you’re not at the back of the crowd, as on 19 November 2010 at 4:30pm Santa will once again parade down the malls at thecentre:mk to open his Grotto as part of this year’s Christmas Storyland Adventure.
Published - Tuesday, 16 November, 2010
Pudsey Bear will be making an appearance at Midsummer Place once again on Friday 19 November as we welcome the return of Children In Need.
Published - Monday, 15 November, 2010
Sebastian Vettel drove a masterful race to win the 19th Grand Prix of the season in Abu Dhabi and lift his first ever Formula 1 world title and sealing the Championship double for Milton Keynes-based team Red Bull Racing.
Published - Friday, 12 November, 2010
He's making a list and checking it twice, he's going to find out who's naughty and nice, Santa Claus Is Coming To Frosts!! On Saturday 13 November at 11am Santa, pulled by Dasher and Rudolf, will be flying into town to officially launch Christmas at Frosts Garden Centre in Woburn Sands and to meet all the good children of Milton Keynes.
Published - Wednesday, 10 November, 2010
Plan a special trip to Woburn Safari Park this Christmas and enjoy a fantastic fun-packed day out on safari, amongst more than 800 amazing wild animals.
Published - Tuesday, 09 November, 2010
Milton Keynes’ first Caribbean restaurant and bar, Turtle Bay, opened with a large helping of classic Caribbean heart and soul at The Hub last week.
Published - Tuesday, 09 November, 2010
Multi-award winning mixed use development, Wolverton Park, continues to make waves in Milton Keynes with six of the city’s top basketball players all moving into contemporary new homes.
Published - Tuesday, 09 November, 2010
The 2010 Theatre District Christmas event on Sunday 28 November promises to be the best yet. They have a full line up of fantastic entertainment, including Britain’s Got Talent finalists Nemisis dance troupe, FREE kids rides supplied by Keith Emmett and at select restaurants in the District that weekend – KIDS EAT FREE!
Published - Tuesday, 26 October, 2010
Destination Milton Keynes (DMK) and digital partner 4fx Design & Multimedia Ltd has launched a new free tourism and visitor information iPhone application for the city called Amazing MK.
Published - Tuesday, 26 October, 2010
The Foo Fighters will play the National Bowl in Milton Keynes on 2 & 3 July 2011.
Published - Monday, 25 October, 2010
On Sunday 31st October 2010 get down to The Hub for some Halloween fun. From 4.30 to 6.00pm there will be a Ghostly Gathering. Get your fix of spooky goings on when the ghosts and ghouls come out to play and invite you to join them! Join DJ and Host Trevor Marshall for loads of entertainment including:
Published - Monday, 25 October, 2010
Mark Lancaster has been wowed by a new development which mixes the old with the modern to provide award-winning housing. The city MP took a tour of Wolverton Park on Friday to learn about how the area had been transformed by developer Places for People.
Published - Thursday, 21 October, 2010
Another superbly innovative and exciting show comes to The Stables, Milton Keynes this Christmas, with a spellbinding production of ‘A Christmas Carol’ taken from the classic ghost story by Charles Dickens.
Published - Thursday, 21 October, 2010
The crèche at thecentre:mk is running a Halloween Bootcamp to get little ghosts and goblins ready for this year’s fun. From Thursday 28 to Sunday 31 there will be a series of events and activities designed to unearth the monster within, including face painting, fancy dress competitions and making trick or treat bags.
Published - Thursday, 21 October, 2010
Go wild at Woburn this October half term and get closer to more than 800 fearsome animals -and as a Halloween treat, you will get a ‘return visit for price of a child’-no matter what age you are.*
Published - Wednesday, 20 October, 2010
Bletchley Park’s dazzling annual Blitznight is set once again, to enchant and delight visitors from Bletchley, Milton Keynes and beyond on Saturday 6 November.
Published - Friday, 15 October, 2010
Milton Keynes Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Operational Excellence Award to Places for People for its stunning development, Wolverton Park.
Published - Friday, 15 October, 2010
On Friday 3 December, the Mayor of Milton Keynes, Cllr Debbie Brock, will be hosting an exceptional Winter Ball in aid of her local chosen charities - Willen Hospice and Bletchley Park.
Published - Friday, 15 October, 2010
That’s right, thecentre:mk Christmas Show is only six weeks away and Santa and his elves are busy beavering away in the North pole packing his sleigh for his annual visit to the Christmas show in Middleton Hall. The ever popular Santa’s Grotto will open on 19 November and you use the internet to catch up on all the latest news, even booking your tickets online to see Santa right now.
Published - Tuesday, 05 October, 2010
A unique new restaurant and bar concept is set to open in Milton Keynes this autumn, guaranteed to bring a large slice of Caribbean heart and soul to the city’s dining out offering.
Published - Tuesday, 28 September, 2010
The new Coachway building enters the final stage of development this week as Milton Keynes Council has handed over the building to the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA) to start the final fit out work prior to the opening to the public on 13 December.
Published - Friday, 17 September, 2010
From Friday 19 November regional shopping destination thecentre:mk, will open its annual Christmas show the “Christmas Storyland Adventure”. The festive bonanza will be bumper packed featuring the ever popular Santa’s Grotto, an indoor ferris wheel, a double decker carousel and a variety of Christmas scenes designed to celebrate the yuletide.
Published - Monday, 06 September, 2010
Discover the magic of autumn by joining one of The Parks Trust organised events this September.
Published - Tuesday, 31 August, 2010
The West Ends favourite Musical Comedy, Hairspray is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre (21 Sep – 09 Oct) starring Les Dennis and Brian Conley as you’ve never seen him before.
Published - Tuesday, 31 August, 2010
World, European and British Jetski Stars from across the globe will gather from 4 -5 September at Willen Lake in Milton Keynes for the final round of this year’s National Jet Ski Championships.
Published - Wednesday, 18 August, 2010
On 28 August, Planet Rock presents the first ever X:Fest Gig in true festival style with a top line up of bands playing from 12pm to 10pm. Kicking off on the main stage outside Xscape Milton Keynes, the gig is the highlight of the Xscape’s X:Fest season.
Published - Wednesday, 18 August, 2010
On Wednesday 15 September, Calcutta Brasserie in Stony Stratford celebrates its 2nd Anniversary with a special evening of live entertainment, champagne reception and exotic new dishes for the occasion.
Published - Wednesday, 18 August, 2010
This September, Milton Keynes’ most fashionable quarter, Midsummer Place, will be celebrating its 10th Anniversary. The shopping centre, which has been affectionately nicknamed ‘the new bit,’ will turn a decade old on September 26 2010, and to celebrate the Midsummer Place team have a host of festivities planned.
Published - Tuesday, 03 August, 2010
This Summer, Xscape Milton Keynes is pegging out the tents and throwing up the stages as X:Fest 2010 hits town. Including got top live entertainment, extreme sports events, festival screenings and more - and it’s all free!
Published - Tuesday, 27 July, 2010
Once again this summer, regional shopping destination, thecentre:mk will transform Middleton Hall into an indoor beach. From the 24 July - 31 August children of all ages will be able to enjoy life at the beach whatever the weather. Also throughout the period there will be weekly children's discos and sports events coordinated by MK Dons and Sports Leaders.
Published - Monday, 26 July, 2010
As Milton Keynes Theatre embarks on their second decade expect a celebration season of firsts, firm favourites and fun for all the family this autumn.
Published - Wednesday, 14 July, 2010
Luke Perry, Joanna Page and Stavros Flatley to star in Milton Keynes Theatre's purr-fect family pantomime Dick Whittington which kicks off on 10 December 2010.
Published - Wednesday, 14 July, 2010
Wolverton Park, once the home to the Royal Train and now an award-winning, stylish and contemporary new development from Places for People, has become a Platinum Corporate Member of Milton Keynes Theatre.
Published - Tuesday, 13 July, 2010
On Thursday July 15 and Friday July 16, after the full opening of the restaurant quarter Destination Dining, thecentre:mk will celebrate the completion of its two year £20 million enhancement programme with a “Food Showcase” for the general public. Over the two days there will be tasting sessions and cooking demonstrations from key restaurants and celebrity chef, Lesley Waters.
Published - Tuesday, 06 July, 2010
Once again this summer, regional shopping destination, thecentre:mk will transform Middleton Hall into an indoor beach. From the 24 July - 31 August children of all ages will be able to enjoy life at the beach whatever the weather.
Published - Tuesday, 06 July, 2010
Spanish restaurant & tapas bar, Ortega is bringing the spirit of Fiesta to the Theatre District of Milton Keynes this August with the arrival of Tomatina!
Published - Tuesday, 06 July, 2010
Places for People has picked up its third prestigious award for its Wolverton Park development in Milton Keynes. Wolverton Park has scooped ‘Best New Large Development’ at the Evening Standard New Homes Awards.
Published - Monday, 28 June, 2010
Milton Keynes shoppers and residents now have the true taste of Italy on their doorstep with the arrival of Carluccio’s to thecentre:mk Shopping Centre in Milton Keynes.
Published - Monday, 14 June, 2010
West End and international musical theatre star Marti Webb and runner-up in the BBC’s Your Country Needs You Mark Evans will headline a brand new tour of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!
Published - Thursday, 10 June, 2010
Milton Keynes companies are being actively encouraged to take part in the Cycle-MK Challenge – a fun and free workplace-based challenge to inspire people to give cycling a go…
Published - Monday, 07 June, 2010
Woburn Abbey turns the clocks back in an historical re-enactment weekend on the 12 and 13 June, evoking the life and times of this treasured estate. The multi-era event weaves through Medieval, Tudor and Regency periods through to the two world wars – transporting visitors back in time.
Published - Monday, 07 June, 2010
In a spectacular UK first, producers of extraordinary live events Artichoke bring the world of The Magical Menagerie - a spectacular carousel of monumental proportions and mythical creatures – to Milton Keynes as part of the Sky Arts Artichoke Season.
Published - Thursday, 03 June, 2010
Following on from its huge success in 2009, power@thehub returns to The Hub in Central Milton Keynes on Sunday 13 June.
Published - Sunday, 30 May, 2010
Milton Keynes rebrands as the romantic capital of the UK.
Published - Tuesday, 25 May, 2010
This week, The Theatre District unveiled its brand new, cutting edge online 3D fly-through.
Published - Tuesday, 04 May, 2010
From 14 to 16 May - Free art exhibitions, talks, tours and workshops offered across 24 city venues. Arts venues across Milton Keynes are opening their doors to the public with free arts activities for a weekend this May.
Published - Wednesday, 28 April, 2010
IF: Milton Keynes International Festival 2010 has announced programme highlights of the city’s inaugural international multi-arts festival. Taking place over 10 days from 16 to 25 July 2010, the biennial festival will bring together an array of international artists and performers in a diverse programme of UK premieres and spectacular new commissions.
Published - Tuesday, 27 April, 2010
The legendary Mascot Olympics is back for another year, but this year spectators can expect a World Cup twist on Saturday 5 June 2010.
Published - Tuesday, 27 April, 2010
Over a hundred guests from the local community and rail industry, attended the unveiling of a prestigious National Railway Heritage Award, won by Places for People, for the outstanding restoration work that has transformed the grade II listed Royal Train Shed at Wolverton, into a development of luxury homes.
Published - Tuesday, 27 April, 2010
Gulliver’s is preparing to launch a new £500k water play attraction for children at its Milton Keynes site.
Published - Monday, 19 April, 2010
Musical triumph Whistle Down the Wind comes to Milton Keynes Theatre 26 Apr – 01 May starring Jonathan Ansell, number one chart topping tenor from X-Factor sensation G4 in his musical debut.
Published - Monday, 19 April, 2010
Regional shopping destination thecentre:mk will soon be hosting the La Dolce Vita Italian Market in Middleton Hall. Running from 29 April – 2 May, the market will present a little slice of Italy, offering customers the chance to discover a Mediterranean diet which could help them live longer.
Published - Monday, 19 April, 2010
Take part in this annual Dragon Boat race on Sunday 4 July 2010.
Published - Tuesday, 30 March, 2010
Milton Keynes women can add saving lives to their shopping list when they head down to the Midsummer Place Shopping Centre this weekend (April 1st – 3rd).
Published - Monday, 29 March, 2010
The Camping and Caravanning Club’s new site at Gulliver’s Milton Keynes officially opened for business on Thursday, 25 March 2010.
Published - Monday, 29 March, 2010
Take advantage of the longer days and fresh air with a host of guided walks as part of Milton Keynes’ first Walking Festival, organised by The Parks Trust.
Published - Thursday, 18 March, 2010
The People of Milton Keynes doing the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile on Sunday 21st March will find themselves rubbing shoulders with a host of famous faces. British comedy legend Bobby Davro, Hollyoaks babe Gemma Atkinson and former England rugby star and Dancing on Ice Champion Kyran Bracken are just some of the celebrities getting ready to rise to the challenge at the Milton Keynes Mile.
Published - Thursday, 18 March, 2010
With April being the perfect time to start preparing your garden for the summer months, be sure to visit the Garden Show at regional shopping destination thecentre:mk to get all the equipment and advice you need. Running from 26 – 28 March in Middleton Hall, the Garden Show will have over 50 exhibitors on hand with solutions to all your gardening needs.
Published - Thursday, 18 March, 2010
Gulliver’s award-winning Dinosaur and Farm Park attraction is preparing to open its doors for the 2010 season this Easter.
Published - Friday, 12 March, 2010
There’s something for everyone this summer as Milton Keynes Theatre launch a sizzling hot summer season. Highlights include chart-topping tenor Jonathan Ansell in Whistle Down the Wind, Milton Keynes Theatre favourite Paul Nicholas who returns to star in the Gilbert and Sullivan classic The Pirates of Penzance, and Britain’s Got Talent winners Diversity, sure to provide a breathtaking evening for the whole family to enjoy.
Published - Tuesday, 09 March, 2010
With less than two weeks to go until the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile comes to Milton Keynes, Sport Relief’s famous stripy socks will be springing up around the city centre this week, to remind people to enter the Mile on Sunday 21 March.
Published - Monday, 01 March, 2010
thecentre:mk’s new restaurant quarter, Destination Dining, is now fully let as Carluccio’s and Yo Sushi take the remaining 9,000 sq ft.
Published - Thursday, 25 February, 2010
Families from all over the region will descend on stadiummk for The Dons’ game against Leyton Orient on Saturday 6 March for the MK Dons Family Day.
Published - Tuesday, 23 February, 2010
The Milton Keynes City Discovery Centre, based at Bradwell Abbey, has been awarded this prestigious educational award for their work in heritage and geography education.
Published - Monday, 22 February, 2010
After four magical years at the London Palladium and three sensational years touring large scale venues all over the UK, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre from 23 February to 13 March.
Published - Monday, 22 February, 2010
Get Mountain Biking are pleased to announce a partnership with Tesco to delivery affordable mountain bike skills courses. Tesco Clubcard Rewards now offer mountain bike skills courses for members of the reward scheme who redeem their Clubcard vouchers with Get Mountain Biking.
Published - Wednesday, 10 February, 2010
Debenhams in Midsummer Place is holding its biggest ever Wedding Event on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 February.
Published - Wednesday, 10 February, 2010
Recently one of the sexiest men in the world, Brad Pitt – well, his look-a-like - popped into the Orange Multimedia Store at thecentre:mk to promote the Orange British Academy Film Awards.
Published - Wednesday, 10 February, 2010
On Sunday 14 February, Valentine’s Day, Midsummer Place will be spreading the love amongst shoppers by playing a huge selection of love song classics, chosen by the public.
Published - Monday, 08 February, 2010
On 11 February between 9am and 8pm local jewellery store, Fabulous, in thecentre:mk, is running a ‘Men’s Day’ with free beer and snacks to entice in male shoppers just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Published - Sunday, 07 February, 2010
The Stables is greatly saddened by the news that one of its Founders and Life Presidents, Sir John Dankworth CBE has passed away on the day that The Stables celebrated its 40th birthday.
Published - Tuesday, 02 February, 2010
One of the biggest Wedding Shows in the region is coming to Milton Keynes this weekend. You’ll find everything you need at thecentre:mk for your wedding with over 120 exhibitors.
Published - Friday, 29 January, 2010
Ever fancied singing on a hit single? Cancer Research UK is now making this a reality by inviting women from Milton Keynes to sing on the charity’s upcoming single, a remake of Cyndi Lauper’s 80s classic ‘Girls Just Wanna Have Fun’, alongside a host of female stars and women from across the UK, including singer Sonique, actress Kym Marsh and GMTV’s Penny Smith. The track is due to be released in late April to mark the start of Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life series - the UK’s largest women-o
Published - Wednesday, 27 January, 2010
MK Dons has set a marathon challenge for local businesses to raise money for its Sport and Education Trust (SET) and Help for Heroes. From Monday 15 February to Thursday 18, teams of six will be challenged to cover the greatest distance possible in six hours on static exercise bikes, in Midsummer Place Shopping Centre.
Published - Thursday, 21 January, 2010
Sport Relief is back – and it’s coming to Milton Keynes! The city will host one of Sport Relief’s flagship Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Miles on Sunday 21 March – you can enter now!
Published - Tuesday, 12 January, 2010
BBC One’s major political programme, Question Time will be recorded in Middleton Hall at regional shopping destination, thecentre:mk on Thursday 21 January.
Published - Tuesday, 12 January, 2010
Regional shopping destination, thecentre:mk, is giving customers the exclusive chance to view latest models from manufacturers including Mercedes-Benz; smart and Alfa Romeo at its Motor Show. Running from 14 – 17 January 2010 in Middleton Hall, the event will allow customers to browse cars enabling them to take advantage of the government’s car scrappage scheme before it is due to end in February.
Published - Friday, 08 January, 2010
Join the Leisure Club at Whittlebury Hall Hotel & Spa today and indulge in a bargain this New Year…
Published - Tuesday, 05 January, 2010
Celebrate the New Year with a massive 50% discount off food at The Living Room in Milton Keynes.
Published - Sunday, 03 January, 2010
International singing sensation Marti Pellow will return to star as Billy Flynn in the UK National tour of the smash-hit musical Chicago at Milton Keynes Theatre 25 – 30 January. Marti first played the role to great acclaim in the West End, subsequently repeating his performance in New York and on the UK national tour, playing to sell-out houses. Emma Barton, currently starring in the show on tour as Roxie Hart, will continue to play the role opposite Marti Pellow.
Published - Tuesday, 22 December, 2009
On Saturday 2 January, Milton Keynes Dons will take on premiership side Burnley in the third round of the FA Cup at stadium:mk.
Published - Wednesday, 16 December, 2009
Today the England 2018 Bid team announced that Milton Keynes is one of 12 cities to win the right to host World Cup games in 2018 should England win its bid next year.
Published - Wednesday, 16 December, 2009
Still struggling to find that last minute, really ‘meaty’ gift ? Look no further! Give a voucher for high quality lamb and beef from animals reared on parkland and meadows in Milton Keynes and produced by Parkland Produce - a new venture set up by The Parks Trust, the charity responsible for caring for Milton Keynes’ parks and green spaces.
Published - Friday, 11 December, 2009
With less than 14 days to go until Christmas Santa Claus, at regional shopping destination thecentre:mk, has launched a virtual grotto offering personalised visits across the web.
Published - Friday, 11 December, 2009
Volunteers will be providing a gift wrapping service in Midsummer Place shopping centre in the run up to Christmas.
Published - Friday, 11 December, 2009
Wolverton Park has been voted the best mixed use development in the country at the What House? Awards, the housing industry’s Oscars recognising the best new homes in Britain.
Published - Tuesday, 08 December, 2009
Produced by multi-award winning theatre company Northern Broadsides, the team behind the much loved Heidi – a Goat’s Tale, The Water Babies and the award winning hit Othello starring Lenny Henry, this brand new adaptation is innovative, gripping, fast-paced and action-packed, with a highly imaginative performance style that will surprise and delight family audiences – a real feast for the eyes, ears and imagination.
Published - Tuesday, 08 December, 2009
Milton Keynes shoppers looking for the perfect Christmas present for the women in their lives have the chance to buy a unique gift – a pre-paid place in Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life 2010.
Published - Monday, 07 December, 2009
This year Milton Keynes Theatre celebrates their 10th birthday and their 10th pantomime – the magical Cinderella Starring Mickey Rooney, Bobby Davro, Anthea Turner, Ben Adams* and Louise Dearman. To commemorate this occasion we have teamed up with the theatre to bring you a very special £15 ticket offer.
Published - Thursday, 26 November, 2009
The local celebrity turning on this year’s Christmas lights at the Theatre District on Saturday 5 December at 5pm will be the wonderfully brave, Ashley Hyde.
Published - Wednesday, 25 November, 2009
Gulliver’s theme parks have launched a new season pass scheme for 2010 to give families more choice and value.
Published - Wednesday, 25 November, 2009
Celebrating 10 years, Milton Keynes Theatre is preparing for the most fantasmagorical Spring season yet bursting with sensational shows. Highlights include the return of international award-winning masterpiece Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and the delightful Calendar Girls.
Published - Friday, 20 November, 2009
Local residents and businesses can now take advantage of a door to door delivery service of the City’s high quality lamb and beef reared on parkland and meadows in Milton Keynes. Parkland Produce is a new venture set up by The Parks Trust, the charity responsible for caring for Milton Keynes’ parks and green spaces.
Published - Tuesday, 17 November, 2009
Barclays new look flagship branch in Milton Keynes was officially opened on Saturday 14 November 2009. The new state-of-the-art premises at 9 Midsummer Place, Milton Keynes will be the flagship branch for the town.
Published - Tuesday, 17 November, 2009
This year Santa at, regional shopping destination, thecentre:mk has come up with a new way to make sure your Christmas wish list isn’t lost in the post. ‘Letter to Santa’ is a new application launched on Facebook which allows users to fill in an online form and post a letter to Santa on their wall.
Published - Monday, 16 November, 2009
A wide range of exhibitors, family history societies and lectures by emminent family history experts are some of the highlights of the forthcoming Family History Fair, which is hosted for the second year running at Bletchley Park on Sunday 22 November from 10.30am to 4pm.
Published - Monday, 02 November, 2009
Christmas is almost here as thecentre:mk wishes all busy shoppers a warm season’s greetings and is pleased to announce its extended opening hours over the festive period.
Published - Wednesday, 28 October, 2009
The Prodigy headline The National Bowl, Milton Keynes, on Saturday 24 July 2010. This live show promises to be one of the biggest and best concerts of 2010. The gig will also featuring special guests Pendulum, Enter Shikari, Chase and Status, Does It Offend You, Yeah? and Zane Lowe as guest DJ.
Published - Monday, 26 October, 2009
Bletchley Park’s dazzling annual Blitznight is set once again, to enchant and delight visitors from Bletchley, Milton Keynes and beyond on Saturday 31 October. Now in its 12th year, the huge fireworks event just keeps on getting bigger and bigger, with over 7,000 people gathered to watch the extravaganza in 2008. It’s just £3 for adults and £1 for children – tickets available on the door – don’t miss it!
Published - Friday, 23 October, 2009
This Friday and Saturday (30th & 31st) will see the spectacular conclusion to Midsummer Place’s annual Fashion Fortnight. To celebrate two weeks of style, the centre is putting on a glamour-filled two day catwalk for shoppers to enjoy. On both days, passersby can catch stunning new Autumn/Winter collections from Midsummer Place retailers on stage, produced by the same people responsible for London’s Clothes Show Live 2009.
Published - Wednesday, 21 October, 2009
Staff at Woburn Safari Park have always been ready to dress up and celebrate an occasion and this Halloween it’s no different!
Published - Wednesday, 21 October, 2009
This Winter, Xscape are offering you the chance to win some great prizes, just for visiting the centre.
From 17th October - 1st November, the mall at Xscape will be transformed into a Winter photography
studio. Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday between 1pm and 7pm, come along and have your
photo taken, and show us what you LOVE about Xscape! Whether you’ve just been shopping at
one of Xscape’s urban lifestyle retailers and want to show off your new threads, or you’re really
chuffed with the
Published - Monday, 19 October, 2009
On Saturday 31 October the Gallery opens its doors for the Big Draw Family Day, offering a variety of fun, drawing-related activities for people to drop in and try out between 11am and 4pm. All activities are inspired by the themes and content of the current exhibition of abstract drawings and photographs by important Indian artist, Nasreen Mohamedi. All activities are free!
Published - Monday, 19 October, 2009
The National UK tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Ian and The Really Useful Group’s smash hit production of the legendary Rodgers and Hammerstein musical The Sound Of Music comes to Milton Keynes Theatre from Tuesday 27 October to Saturday 14 November. It tells the story of the Von Trapp family’s flight across the mountains with its unforgettable score that includes some of the most memorable songs ever performed on the musical stage.
Published - Monday, 19 October, 2009
Bletchley Park’s dazzling annual Blitznight is set once again, to enchant and delight visitors from Bletchley, Milton Keynes and beyond on Saturday 31 October. Now in its 12th year, the huge fireworks event just keeps on getting bigger and bigger, with over 7,000 people gathered to watch the extravaganza in 2008.
Published - Monday, 19 October, 2009
A former nightclub and bus station in Central Milton Keynes, is to be transformed into a youth hub complete with Dance studio, world class skatepark and café space. Thanks to a half million pound grant from SITA Trust and V, the youth volunteering charity.
Published - Monday, 19 October, 2009
Milton Keynes Theatre is delighted to announce that Hollywood Legend Mickey Rooney will star as Baron Hardup in the regions premier pantomime - Cinderella.
Published - Monday, 05 October, 2009
Orange has launched its first ever UK Multimedia Store in Milton Keynes, delivering a completely new dimension of multimedia services to the community in the area. Situated in thecentre:mk this one-of-a-kind concept store is unlike any of the other 401 Orange stores in the UK because it was designed specifically to encourage ‘engagement’ between consumers and the incredible range of multimedia technology that is available through Orange.
Published - Monday, 05 October, 2009
The world-wide recession hasn’t hit Lapland this year and Santa and his elves have been beavering away preparing for Christmas, in fact plans are so far advanced that Santa is in the process of packing his sleigh for his annual visit to the Big Top Christmas Circus show in Middleton Hall. The ever popular Santa’s Grotto will open on 16 November and you can book your tickets online from 1 October.
Published - Thursday, 01 October, 2009
Milton Keynes has been awarded ‘Best Large City’ and the highest medal rating possible, a Gold Medal, by the Royal Horticultural Society in this year’s Thames and Chiltern regional round of the Britain in Bloom competition.
Published - Monday, 28 September, 2009
From the 2 - 4 October, Middleton Hall in thecentre:mk will host the Milton Keynes Wedding Show. In its’ 20 year, the show is the perfect place for brides to be to research wedding companies and find the best deal for their special day. Over 120 exhibitors will be onsite with information on dresses, photography, cakes and virtually every aspect of a wedding day. There will also be catwalk shows featuring all the latest wedding fashions.
Published - Monday, 28 September, 2009
To mark the launch of Midsummer Place’s Fashion Fortnight, shoppers can get hold of an exclusive Privilege card that offers numerous discounts and freebies at over 20 stores through the centre when the event takes place between Monday 19 to Saturday 31 October. Only 10,000 limited edition cards have been created which can be snapped up for free from this Saturday inside Midsummer Place.
On 7 November 2009, the ACCU* will be holding a one day conference at Bletchley Park, home of the legendary World War Two 'Enigma' codebreakers and the site at which the world's first digital computer went operational. All proceeds of the conference will go to the Bletchley Park Trust to help with the upkeep of Bletchley Park.
Published - Thursday, 24 September, 2009
Gulliver’s Land is keeping its doors open every weekend through September and October for families looking for end of summer fun. The Milton Keynes theme park will also open for October half term (26 to 30 October), Halloween (31 October) and Christmas (from 28 November to 23 December).
Published - Tuesday, 22 September, 2009
The highly-anticipated Doubletree by Hilton will be unveiled to Milton Keynes this September – taking contemporary, upscale accommodation to new levels in the New City. This distinctively designed four-star hotel at the magnificent stadiummk will become the seventh addition to the Doubletree brand in the UK. Sixty-four of the guest rooms also convert into unique matchday hospitality boxes with direct access to the stadium from the balcony.
Published - Monday, 21 September, 2009
September and the beginning of Autumn is alive with colour and the bounty of nature. Join The Parks Trust and discover wild food for free. Orchard fruits, of apple, pears and plums, are ripening, the hedgerows are bursting with sloes, blackberries and elderberries and mushrooms are sprouting up in weird and wonderful shapes. Join The Parks Trust on its Food for Free event to discover what you can harvest locally.
Published - Sunday, 20 September, 2009
It’s arrived! The Final of the hugely successful National Street Entertainers competition takes place at The Hub on Saturday 26 September starting at 11.00am through to 3.00pm with the world famous Titan the 8ft Robot making a special guest appearance in response to public demand. Come and join in the fun and vote for your winner!
Published - Wednesday, 16 September, 2009
As the temperature soared so did the crowds as thousands of people enjoyed the sunshine and a host of entertainments at Wolverton Park - once the home of the Royal Train and now a development of stylish homes with a large park, eco pond and shops, restaurants and bars opening soon.
Published - Wednesday, 16 September, 2009
After the unequivocal apology to Alan Turing by the government, Bletchley Park Trust urges the nation to support its preservation as a permanent tribute to the legacy of Turing and the thousands who worked there.
Published - Tuesday, 15 September, 2009
From 6 November regional shopping destination thecentre:mk, will use all the fun of the circus to entertain Christmas shoppers in Middleton Hall. The Big Top Christmas show will run until 3 January and will feature Santa’s Circus train ride, a traditional carousel, a nativity scene and the ever popular Santa’s Big Top Grotto which will open on 16 November.
Published - Monday, 14 September, 2009
To celebrate the fact that The Rocky Horror Show is coming to Milton Keynes Theatre, on Saturday 19 September at Midsummer Place there will be a ‘Rocky-aoke’ and fancy dress competition! Together with Heart Radio anyone can come along and sing and/or be in fancy dress between 10 am and 4pm (judging at 1pm). This is going to be an event not to be missed!
Published - Monday, 14 September, 2009
On Wednesday 23 September, Calcutta Brasserie in Stony Stratford celebrates its 1st birthday with a special evening of entertainment and exotic new dishes. Traditional Indian musicians will play throughout the evening while guests are treated to a three-course set menu specially created for this celebration. It promises to be a fantastic evening – but places are limited so book early.
Published - Monday, 07 September, 2009
As part of Milton Keynes' Heritage Weekend, Wolverton Park will be open on Saturday 12 September, for a day of free family entertainment in this unique and historic setting. Once the home of the Royal Train and steeped in railway history, Wolverton Park is now a development of stylish homes with shops, restaurants and bars opening soon.
Published - Friday, 04 September, 2009
On Saturday, 12 September and Sunday, 13 September two grandparents can enter Gulliver’s for free with every one paying person. Grandparents and their grandchildren will have unlimited access to all the rides, attractions and entertainment at Gulliver’s Land, Milton Keynes – and there’s plenty to make sure everybody leaves tired but happy!
Published - Friday, 04 September, 2009
See this fun new musical from the creators of The Rocky Horror Show and Return to the Forbidden Planet starring Richard O'Brien, Jonathan Wrather (Coronation Street) and Emma-Jayne Appleyard (The Producers) for just £5 per ticket with this exclusive offer. With 18 ice-cool songs and Richard O'Brien's witty lyrics, you'll be in musical heaven!
Published - Saturday, 29 August, 2009
Britain’s top jet-skiers will be competing in the Jet Ski National Finals at Willen Lake at the beginning of September. Thousands of spectators are expected to visit the Lake to witness the freestyle displays and races that take competitors to speeds in excess of 80 mph. Watch all the thrills and spills from a fantastic lakeside view – a great day out for all the family.
Published - Wednesday, 26 August, 2009
Forget Gok Wan and Trinny & Susannah, Milton Keynes had two of its very own style gurus in store to help launch Debenhams’ new kids’ range; 360 Play’s Twizzle and Twirl!
Published - Tuesday, 25 August, 2009
The Stables is pleased to announce that they have been ranked 6th in the Top 100 music venues in the UK in a survey undertaken by PRS for Music, the organisation that collects royalties for artists and performers, which analysed data from more than 10,000 live music events in 2008.
Published - Monday, 24 August, 2009
Ahoy there super heroes! One of the UK’s most successful theatre touring shows of 2008 is back with a brand new show in Milton Keynes. Starring an all UK cast, LazyTown Live! – The Pirate Adventure has swashbuckling fun for all the family and guarantees to make everyone super-heroes. It’s coming to Milton Keynes Theatre from 1 – 5 September and is certainly a show not to be missed!
Published - Wednesday, 19 August, 2009
Moving home is always one of life’s biggest tasks, but when you’ve got two 1,700kg rhino coming to take up permanent residence it’s a truly heavyweight affair. The South African white rhino - believed to be 4 and 6 years old - moved into the rhinoceros equivalent of The Ritz at Woburn Safari Park on Monday 17 August with a little help from some very heavy lifting gear of course.
Published - Wednesday, 19 August, 2009
A monster sized ‘Back the Bid’ football shirt will be out on tour at two city venues this week and people are being urged to go along and sign the spectacular shirt to show their support for plans for Milton Keynes to become a 2018 football World Cup Host City.
Published - Monday, 17 August, 2009
This month, Whittlebury Hall Hotel and Spa has some amazing offers at their Spa to allow you to relax and wash away some of the strains of daily life. You can enjoy a Twilight Spa, a great value overnight stay or even buy and get one free on Spa relaxation days. Whittlebury Spa is one of the best in the area, set in beautiful countryside it truly allows you to get away from it all.
Published - Friday, 14 August, 2009
Enjoy a weekend of great outdoor family film entertainment for free in Campbell Park, Milton Keynes. The Parks Trust together with Heart 103.3 will present four films - Jungle Book, Grease, Shrek and Casablanca over two days on Saturday 22 and Sunday 23 August.
Published - Friday, 07 August, 2009
Woburn Safari Park is celebrating the birth of its first Rothschild giraffe to be born in 2009. This birth signals another major success for the park’s breeding programme of the most endangered of the nine subspecies of giraffe. Born during on Friday 24 July, the new male giraffe has been named ‘Jambo’ which means ‘hello’ in Swahili. You can see Jambo now at the Safari Park!
Published - Tuesday, 04 August, 2009
The Camping and Caravanning Club and Gulliver’s Theme Parks have teamed up in an exciting new partnership. An agreement has been reached that will allow The Friendly Club to run and manage a Club Site at Gulliver’s Milton Keynes.
Published - Monday, 03 August, 2009
Visit the Xscape entertainment this summer for fun on the beach, surfing excitement and carnival time all without the problem of the British weather! From Monday 27 July it’s summer fun all the way with beach football, Punch & Judy, beach parties, surf-board challenges and limbo dancing. And on Saturday 15 August the stars from this year’s ‘Britain’s Got Talent’ will join the party – Faces of Disco and Stavros Flatley will be performing live.
Published - Wednesday, 29 July, 2009
Milton Keynes Dons will host an open day at stadiummk on Monday 3 August, giving supporters the chance to meet some of their heroes and go behind the scenes for a first team training session with manager Paul Ince. See exactly what goes on behind normally closed doors, meet the players and get a photo and an autograph!
Published - Tuesday, 21 July, 2009
It’s a whopping 88 pages long and packed full of brilliant reasons why Milton Keynes should be open for the world. A huge document - outlining MK’s bid to become a World Cup 2018 host city - has now been delivered to the FA, kicking off the formal process to be part of the amazing global event.
Published - Tuesday, 21 July, 2009
Milton Keynes Dons Football Club is delighted to unveil a strategic new partnership with hotel collection Doubletree by Hilton. The new partnership will see the upscale chain by Hilton Hotels Corporation take on the contract for stadiummk’s adjoining hotel as well as the lead sponsorship for the Club’s first team shirt.
Published - Tuesday, 21 July, 2009
Captain Jack will get you all of a twitter With only one week to go until the opening of “Pirates of thecentre:mk: Shipwrecked at our Seaside” on July 22, Captain Jack has launched himself onto the digital waves with his Facebook & Twitter pages. Captain Jack’s facebook page contains information about himself and his preparations, provides videos of him before he arrives in thecentre:mk and both the facebook and twitter sites will provide exclusive competitions throughout the summer.
Published - Monday, 13 July, 2009
Captain Jack’s 3-D interactive show at Middleton Hall in thecentre:mk is only a few days away and you can now book online to avoid the queues. From the 22 July – 2 September a 60 foot galleon will be in Middleton Hall and is home to a state-of-the-art 3-D interactive adventure where children of all ages will be able to take a journey under the ocean and interact with friendly sea creatures.
Published - Wednesday, 01 July, 2009
Relax, pick a perfect picnic spot and enjoy The Parks Trust’s summer events. Meet up with friends and enjoy a magical performance of Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream; discover more about wildflowers, bats and butterflies in ranger-guided walks and build kites and rockets at the Trust’s first children’s holiday event. You’ll find something for everyone this July...
Published - Tuesday, 23 June, 2009
The National Street Entertainers competition will be running its second heat on Saturday 27th June in the outdoor Piazza at The Hub with performances from star entertainers including the jaw dropping, juggling dexterity of Mark Bant, Matto & Polo Clowns, comic genius Noel Britten and his daring escape from a bucket of water, Ivan Inversion, the ‘upside down busker who plays the guitar and sings whilst hanging from his feet and others guaranteed to make your visit to The Hub one to remember!
Published - Monday, 15 June, 2009
Milton Keynes Theatre is delighted to announce the first of their all-star cast in this years production of Cinderella. Bobby Davro, one of Britain’s best loved comedians will be taking to the stage this Panto season as unsung hero Buttons in the region’s premier pantomime, Cinderella. Bobby will be joined by West End leading lady Louise Dearman in the title role.
Published - Monday, 15 June, 2009
The Stables and Milton Keynes Theatre & Gallery are celebrating a funding boost of £462,000 to develop a new biennial international arts festival for Milton Keynes.
Published - Sunday, 14 June, 2009
Disney’s High School Musical continues to spread its magic across the country in its UK theatre tour and will return to Milton Keynes Theatre on 29 June for one week only having delighted full houses in 2008. The spectacular stage production, complete with everyone’s favourite characters and all of the unforgettable songs from the movie, including the UK hit singles Breaking Free and We’re All In This Together, promises to be a night to remember.
Published - Sunday, 14 June, 2009
The Milton Keynes Family Festival – The Big Moo – is taking place for the 3rd year running this year on 11th and 12th July and the line up of acts on the main stage this year is exceptional.
Published - Monday, 08 June, 2009
Do you know your Dachshund from your Doberman, your Labradoodle from your Poodle or your Schnauzer from your Shih tzu? Whatever breed, big or small, flat or fluffy make sure that you and your four-legged friend joins hundreds of other visitors at this year’s Big Doggie Do. This FREE event will take place at Furzton Lake, Milton Keynes on Sat 27 and Sun 28 June, from 11.00am until 4.00pm.
Published - Monday, 08 June, 2009
Direct from the West End this thigh slapping family musical starring TV favourite Steven Houghton and Susan McFadden, winner of ITV’s Grease is the Word is coming to Milton Keynes for one week only from 16 June. Voted the third most popular musical of all time by BBC Radio 2 listeners, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers is a gloriously toe-tapping romp full of energy, dazzling dance routines and sixteen smash hit showstoppers.
Published - Monday, 01 June, 2009
Featuring the incredible catalogue of songs by Britain’s favourite pop group Take That, Never Forget is a feel-good romantic comedy about triumph over adversity – the perfect antidote for today’s troubled times. Join the ride of a lifetime as Ash and his mates take a roller coaster journey of fame, fortune and friendship on the way to realizing their dreams at Milton Keynes Theatre from 2 to 6 June.
Published - Monday, 01 June, 2009
Gulliver’s Land theme park in Milton Keynes will hold teddy bears’ picnics this weekend, on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June. Visitors will enjoy a grand teddy bear hunt, and will be given the chance to take their teddies for a check up at the teddy bear hospital. Children who bring their teddies on either day will receive £1 off entry!
Published - Monday, 01 June, 2009
Collectormania is returning to Milton Keynes, and now it’s bigger and better than ever! It’s moved to a new venue namely the Milton Keynes Dons stadium:mk from 5 to 7 June. This year one of the great legends of American TV and star of the latest blockbuster movie, Star Trek’s Leonard Nimoy will be appearing alongside stars from Ashes to Ashes, Harry Potter, Torchwood, Stargate and Back to the Future. The event is free to attend – but there are charges for photographs and signatures.
Published - Wednesday, 27 May, 2009
Various key stakeholders within Milton Keynes have got together to launch a new website to given practical help to people and businesses affected by the recession.
Published - Wednesday, 13 May, 2009
Midsummer Place Shopping Centre is going shopping-crazy throughout the whole of May by giving away hundreds of fantastic prizes and giving everyone the chance to win a brand new car. All retailers in Midsummer Place will be giving away free scratchcards with every purchase. You can ‘Instant Win’ prizes including Theatre Tickets; Lego Gift Cards; TGI Friday’s Vouchers; Lush Beauty Products and Aerial Extreme Vouchers. Plus, everyone has the chance to win a brand new Steven Eagell Toyota Aygo.
Published - Friday, 08 May, 2009
Have you ever wondered what’s in the wardrobe at Milton Keynes Theatre? Why we have Public Art across the City Centre? How messy it is in an artist’s studio? Just where is the Secret Garden? Well now’s your chance to find out! The Arts Open Weekend is taking place on the 15th, 16th & 17th May and venues across Milton Keynes are opening the doors for the public have a peek around and try out different types of art.
Published - Tuesday, 05 May, 2009
The Brazilian flair for hospitality and cooking comes to Milton Keynes in May with opening of Rodizio’s Steakhouse in the Theatre District. The new restaurant opens on Friday 29 May and aims to recreate an amazing Brazilian eating experience right in the very heart of the city. The launch night will also feature live Samba Dancers and other traditional Brazilian entertainment.
Published - Tuesday, 05 May, 2009
Togfest is an 'all music' festival offering four stages of the very best of mainly original live music of every genre, strictly limited to an audience of 2000 people. Line-up is ever evolving with all the latest news on the website.
Published - Tuesday, 05 May, 2009
Following the recent highly successful launch of 21cc (twenty first century chic) at Xscape, the uber-stylish bar is now launching a regular ‘Funky Sexy’ night every Thursday night.
Published - Friday, 01 May, 2009
One of the longest-running off-Broadway shows of all time, Little Shop of Horrors opens for business in Milton Keynes Theatre 11 – 16 May. Following previous sell out seasons across the UK in 2007, this affectionate spoof of 1950s sci-fi movies is a must see treat for all the family. See the ill-tempered exotic plant ‘Audrey II’ come to life, sing, dance and plan global domination – simply not to be missed!
Published - Monday, 20 April, 2009
On 13 June, the Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) will hold the UK’s first ever ski-a-thon, at the SNO!zone in the Xscape Milton Keynes. Sonic the Hedgehog will open the 12-hour event by leading the skiers and snowboarders in the first leg, down the indoor slope.
Published - Monday, 20 April, 2009
Winning more awards than any other play in history, Stephen Daldry’s epic West End and Broadway production of J.B Priestley’s classic thriller An Inspector Calls returns to the Milton Keynes Theatre from 28 April. Written at the end of the Second World War and set before the First, the play is a brilliantly compelling and haunting thriller by one of this country’s leading post-war dramatists.
Published - Friday, 17 April, 2009
The first ever Tour Series in Britain’s history will be kicked off in Milton Keynes on 21 May, with the spectacular cycle races taking place right in the heart of the city. Uniquely the Series will focus on the teams rather than individual riders, with ten top British teams battling it out to be crowned number one. Milton Keynes has been chosen as host of a top professional cycling race for the second year running, with last year’s Tour of Britain putting the city firmly on the cycling map.
Published - Friday, 17 April, 2009
‘Grid City Sounds’ - MK Showcase Gig Confirmed – to celebrate the highly anticipated “Songs From Grid City” iTunes release and Grid City Committee website launch.
Published - Friday, 17 April, 2009
The Stables in Milton Keynes is presenting a new music event for disabled children and their families. Two special performances of creative:space will take place on Sunday 26th April, at 11.15am and 2.00pm.
Published - Sunday, 05 April, 2009
A pocket-sized Arts Guide has been created to help visitors seek out and enjoy the many and varied artforms available amongst the city's venues. The Guide includes several contemporary art galleries, theatres, art centres, performance and dance spaces, community arts facilities, artist run studios and workshops. You can also take a walking tour of the art situated within the city centre.
Published - Friday, 03 April, 2009
The Milton Keynes theme park attraction is expanding to offer an even more fun-packed and hands-on adventure for children, and opens its doors on Saturday, 4th April.
Published - Friday, 03 April, 2009
Join in the family fun at Bletchley Park in Milton Keynes on Monday 25th May for a Bank Holiday ‘Forties Family Festival’, featuring Second World War re-enactors, a 1940s Lindyhopper dance troupe, wartime cinema reels and other 1940’s attractions, including the re-enactment of a wartime plotting table and a bombed-out London display.
Published - Monday, 30 March, 2009
The new venue – 21cc (twenty first century chic) is to be located in the unit previously occupied by Mood, alongside Oceana and Revolution. 21cc, based on a modern chic yet funky design style, will trade seven days a week until the early hours of the morning. The new bar open its doors for the first time on Easter Weekend, with a launch night on Thursday 9 April.
Published - Monday, 30 March, 2009
Families from all over the region will descend on stadiummk Milton Keynes Dons’ game against Brighton Hove Albion on Saturday 4 April for the first ever Citizen Family Dons Day. Combining thrilling League One action on the pitch, a whole host of free attractions in and around the ground and some special match day ticket prices – it will be the place to be!
Published - Monday, 23 March, 2009
If you’re looking for ideas to enjoy your garden in the up-coming summer months then the Milton Keynes Garden Show is perfect for you. Taking place at Middleton Hall, at thecentre:mk from 27 – 29 March the show gives you the opportunity to browse the stands and snap up those essential and nice-to-have items to complement your garden, patio or conservatory.
Published - Sunday, 15 March, 2009
Willen Hospice has officially launched Milton Keynes’ first ever Midnight Walk - ‘The MK Midnight Moo’. The 10 mile walk for ladies, organised by and in aid of Willen Hospice, will take place at Midnight on Saturday 18 July; when 1,000 women will follow a well-lit route across some of the City’s iconic landscapes – starting and finishing at Midsummer Place.
Published - Wednesday, 11 March, 2009
MILTON KEYNES COUNCIL TO ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP WITH ENGLISH HERITAGE IN SECURING BLETCHLEY PARK’S FUTURE. The creation of this local and national partnership will provide Bletchley Park with a further £600,000 for critical restoration
Published - Wednesday, 11 March, 2009
Booking is now open for a sizzling season of must-see productions at Milton Keynes Theatre. The summer continues a year of star-studded productions and the Theatre will be welcoming back sell-out shows and kicking off their 10th Birthday celebrations! Whether you’re after a heart-stopping thriller or a toe-tapping, thigh-slapping musical you’ll find it at Milton Keynes Theatre this summer.
Published - Sunday, 08 March, 2009
From the 16th – 29th March between 12pm – 6pm each day, visitors to Xscape in Milton Keynes can enter a competition to become ‘The Face of Xscape’! Along with winning £500 cash, the lucky winner will be featured in Xscape’s next poster campaign. If you think you’ve got what it takes and you’d like to see your face splashed across one of the coolest entertainment complexes in the UK – find out more…
The award-winning Go Ape High Wire Forest Adventure, is set to open a new Go Ape course in Woburn Safari Park on 21 March 2009. Based on a similar design to the already established seventeen UK-wide courses, Go Ape at Woburn, the first ever franchise course, will offer visitors the opportunity to live life adventurously. Safari park guests can combine a trip on the Go Ape course or a Go Ape experience can be booked separately.
Published - Monday, 02 March, 2009
Women across Milton Keynes are being invited to enter Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life 2009. And the charity is asking them to pass on the invite to friends, family and colleagues now that entries are open for the Milton Keynes events. There are two Race for Life events in Milton Keynes, taking place at Campbell Park on Saturday 30 and Sunday 31 May – why not join in!
Published - Monday, 02 March, 2009
Bletchley Park launches exciting new initiative to produce its own food. Most people will be familiar with the World War Two expression, ‘Digging for victory’, which encouraged people to grow their own food, rather than rely on food imported by ships across the Atlantic that were vulnerable to attack by German U-boats. Here at Bletchley Park, workers also dug for victory to support the war effort but today we are digging to reduce our carbon footprint.
Published - Monday, 23 February, 2009
All hell is set to break loose, literally, as Marti Pellow hits Milton Keynes Theatre as the devilish Darryl Van Horne in The Witches of Eastwick. Based on the popular 80’s movie, this production sees three desperate housewives in small town America get more than they bargained for when they wish for the man of their dreams – or should that be nightmares…
Published - Monday, 23 February, 2009
From 26 February - 1 March the Lifestyle: Interiors & Exteriors Show comes to Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk providing you with the most contemporary designs to transform your house into the home of your dreams.
Published - Tuesday, 17 February, 2009
SpongeBob SquarePants, international star of the screen, is taking to the UK stage for the first time ever! The squishy sea sponge, his best starfish buddy and all their fun friends from Bikini Bottom are coming to Milton Keynes in a live action show, SpongeBob SquarePants: The Sponge Who Could Fly! Catch him at Milton Keynes Theatre from 18 to 21 February 2009.
Published - Thursday, 12 February, 2009
From 14 to 22 February, between 12 – 6pm each day, there will be free live entertainment at Xscape in a 1940s style theatre! You can enjoy live swing music on Valentine’s Day, musical theatre on Sunday 15 and 22, and on 18 February a very special ‘spongey’ guest will make an appearance live on stage to get the children all excited.
Published - Wednesday, 11 February, 2009
Milton Keynes Gallery is delighted to announce the appointment of its new Director, Anthony Spira. He will join Milton Keynes Gallery in early May 2009, from his current post as Curator
at the Whitechapel Gallery, London. He succeeds Michael Stanley, who left Milton Keynes Gallery in December 2008 to take up his appointment as Director of Modern Art Oxford.
Published - Monday, 09 February, 2009
From the 12 - 15 February, Middleton Hall at regional shopping destination thecentre:mk will host an event which covers everything for parents-to-be through those interested in the University Years. Over 100 exhibitors will be at the event to offer professional guidance on a whole host of issues including health, adoption and education. The exhibition is FREE to attend.
Published - Monday, 09 February, 2009
A brand new musical heads to Milton Keynes Theatre this week as David Essex invites you onto a roller coaster ride of romance and rock and roll, underscored by a helter-skelter of David Essex hits and album favourites. All The Fun Of The Fair launched in 2008 to rave reviews, and is set around a travelling funfair and all played out against a stunning score courtesy of the hits of David Essex which powerfully underpin the events as that unfold.
Published - Monday, 02 February, 2009
From the 7th to 8th of February, Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk will be your gateway to another world. The World of Warcraft Trading Card Game will be on-site offering plenty of demos of the game as well as beginner tournaments for the uninitiated. Professional players will come from across the country to play each other and, through a network of computers, play others internationally. Come and discover this alternate world and learn how to play the game!
Published - Monday, 26 January, 2009
From the 30 January - 1 February, Middleton Hall in thecentre:mk will host the biggest and best Milton Keynes Wedding Show which will be packed with everything you need to plan your special day. Over 120 exhibitors, the most in the shows 20 year history, will be onsite with information on dresses, photography, cakes and much more. There will also be catwalk shows featuring all the latest wedding fashions.
Published - Wednesday, 21 January, 2009
The Theatre District, Central Milton Keynes has come up with a novel way to ease you into 2009, beat the January blues and counteract the credit crunch by launching their new online game ‘Meal or No Meal’. With thousands of prizes and discounts up for grabs, every player wins! It’s free to enter, you just need an email address – it couldn’t be easier!
Published - Monday, 19 January, 2009
Bury Lawn School – Open Day Saturday 31 January 2009 – 9.30am to 12.30 pm
Published - Monday, 19 January, 2009
The 2009 season at Milton Keynes Theatre spirals onto stage with an exotic feast of acts from undisputed masters of martial arts, The Chinese State Circus. The circus really does come to town from 28 January to 1 February just in time for Chinese New Year celebrations. This action-packed spectacular combines the agility and precision of the world’s greatest acrobats, exquisite grace of the Wu-Shu flying warriors and the spine-tingling sounds of the famous Peking Opera.
Published - Friday, 16 January, 2009
The Living Archive is proud to present the OurPlace:MK interactive exhibition which this year will celebrate the great sporting and leisure heritage we have in Milton Keynes. The two day exhibition takes place on Tuesday 20th and Wednesday 21st January in Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk and is FREE to attend.
Published - Tuesday, 06 January, 2009
The next game up for the Dons will be the meeting with Colchester United at stadiummk on Monday 12 January. Having suffered a disastrous start to their first season back in League 1, the Essex side have since changed manager, with new boss Paul Lambert quickly establishing himself and helping the team climb to eleventh in the table.
Published - Monday, 05 January, 2009
De Vere Harben in Newport Pagnell are leading by example in the hotel market, and have launched ‘Direct Book’, a new online service allowing their customers to book Meeting Space via their website. Clients are now able to book meeting space without leaving their desk or even lifting the phone and they can be guaranteed the lowest rates available.
Published - Wednesday, 24 December, 2008
Review by Carys Underwood
Published - Thursday, 18 December, 2008
Connie Fisher will return to star as ‘Maria’ in the National UK tour of Andrew Lloyd Webber, David Ian and The Really Useful Group’s smash hit production of the legendary Rodgers and Hammerstein musical ‘The Sound Of Music’ at Milton Keynes Theatre Tuesday 27 October – Saturday 14 November 2009.
Published - Monday, 15 December, 2008
Review by Carys Underwood
Published - Wednesday, 26 November, 2008
Although he only arrived at thecentre:mk last week, it appears Santa is already missing his Lapland home. He and two elves took advantage of the arrival of a life-size Snow Globe at regional shopping destination, thecentre:mk and reminded himself of his northerly home.
Published - Tuesday, 25 November, 2008
Xscape Milton Keynes has got some unusual visitors for the Winter all the way from the South Pole! A host of penguins have migrated to Xscape just in time for the Winter Season and to celebrate their arrival there will be loads of free family fun and entertainment from now until 4 January 2009 – so what are you waiting for Migrate to Milton Keynes!
Published - Wednesday, 19 November, 2008
Whittlebury Hall Hotel & Spa is delighted to have won the Gold Award – Large Hotel of the Year category, at the prestigious East Midlands Enjoy England Excellence Awards 2008/09. Whittlebury Hall Hotel last won the accolade in 2006 and is delighted to receive the honour once more. Now in their 19th year, the awards promote healthy industry competition and high standards, helping to ensure England's place as a world-class destination.
Published - Tuesday, 18 November, 2008
Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment are coming to a shopping centre near you!
Published - Tuesday, 18 November, 2008
thecentre:mk and local software company launch the next generation of technology for shoppers.
Published - Thursday, 13 November, 2008
In 2009, you can watch the hilarious Boeing Boeing straight from the West End, Welsh National Opera return with The Marriage of Figaro, The Elixir of Love and Salome.The Agatha Christie Theatre Company bring you the ‘Spiders Web’. Award winning Cabaret is here and for the kids SpongeBob SquarePants with some fun and games. Not forgetting THE theatre event of the year, as actors Sir Ian Mckellen and Patrick Stewart bring us Samuel Beckett’s masterpiece Waiting For Godot.
Published - Monday, 03 November, 2008
With Christmas creeping ever closer thecentre:mk Santa Claus has launched himself into the digital age by opening his very own facebook account ‘Santa Atthecentremk’. Santa’s page contains information about himself and his preparations, provides another way in which Christmas letters can get to the North Pole and he’s even opened an Event on the site to provide more information about thecentre:mk’s Christmas show in Middleton Hall.
Published - Monday, 03 November, 2008
Fully staged and beautifully costumed in 17th century dress, in the Style of the Restoration Court of King Charles II. Mozart’s Don Giovanni is performed by Candlelight Opera and the Candlelight Chamber Orchestra at Woburn Abbey for the first time. Tickets are just £35.00 per person and are going quickly. See this wonderful spectacle for one night only. You could also enjoy dinner before the performance or even stay over at the Inn at Woburn.
Published - Monday, 03 November, 2008
The Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) visits Milton Keynes Theatre from 4 - 8 November with their new production of William Shakespeare’s epic tale of thwarted love, Romeo and Juliet. Featuring a company of 23 actors and a seven-piece live band on stage, this is a boldly theatrical new staging of Shakespeare’s fast-moving story of two teenagers torn apart by their families’ vendetta.
Published - Wednesday, 29 October, 2008
At a national award ceremony held in Grosvenor House Hotel, London, Milton Keynes Gallery, Milton Keynes Council and dRMM architects were announced as the winners in the Best Structural Project category of the 2008 LABC National Built in Quality Awards for MK Forty Tower. The Award recognises either an individual or an organisation that has a new way of complying with Building Regulations with a new design or technological innovation.
Published - Monday, 27 October, 2008
Featuring an all star cast this pulsating musical based on the 1983 Paramount Pictures film is guaranteed to get your feet tapping. It stars Bruno Langley (Coronation Street), Bernie Nolan (The Bill, Brookside), Noel Sullivan (Hear’Say) and Victoria Hamilton-Barritt as Alex. All the choreography has been created by Strictly Come Dancing judge Arlene Phillips and the music features the Academy Award winning track ‘What a Feeling’. Tickets still available.
Published - Monday, 27 October, 2008
A knee-trembling day of ghostly goings on will be taking place at Gulliver’s Land, Milton Keynes this Halloween! To offer parents the chance to let their little ones have a Halloween fix without worrying about trick or treating on the streets, the family-run theme park will be hosting a Halloween and fireworks “spooktacular” this coming Friday 31 October and Saturday 1 November. So why not come along and join in all the spooky fun!
Published - Sunday, 19 October, 2008
Come and join in the free, fun activities exploring alternative ways of drawing. From 2pm til late you can get involved or watch the live fire drawing, or glow in the dark Frisbee throwing! The event takes place in marquees in Campbell Park; no booking or experience necessary – suitable for all ages. Just wrap up warm and come and have a go!
Published - Monday, 13 October, 2008
Milton Keynes Gallery backs former exhibiting artist to win Turner Prize 2008. Milton Keynes Gallery is once again in the art world limelight as former exhibiting artist Cathy Wilkes goes on show in an installation at the Tate Britain in London as part of the prestigious annual Turner Prize Award. Cathy was nominated for the Prize on the strength of her exhibition at Milton Keynes Gallery from 16 April – 8 June this year.
Published - Monday, 13 October, 2008
You can join in some spooky events this Halloween in Milton Keynes. The Parks Trust is organising some creepy activities - come dressed as a ghost, ghoul, witch or pumpkin and enjoy some witch-’crafty’ games and fun, or join a ghostly trail through the woods with spine-tingling tales. Why not carve out a pumpkin and bring it along to help you see your way in the dark! And watch out for things that go bump in the night!
Published - Monday, 13 October, 2008
That’s right, the big man is getting ready to come to thecentre:mk. Santa and his elves have been beavering away in the North pole and he’s in the process of packing his sleigh for his annual visit to the Christmas show in Middleton Hall, in Central Milton Keynes. The ever popular Santa’s Grotto will open on 17 November and you can now book your tickets online to see Santa. Don’t miss out on the fantastic day out for the children!
Published - Thursday, 09 October, 2008
VisitBritain, Britain's official travel and tourism guide, has heralded Xscape Milton Keynes as the most visited free attraction within the UK. The award-winning destination with a real indoor snowslope, multiplex cinema, extreme sports, retail outlets, restaurants and a nightclub, attracted a whopping 6.9 million visitors in 2007. This is streets ahead of its nearest rival, Blackpool Pleasure Beach (5.5 million visitors) and the British Museum (5.4 million visitors).
Published - Wednesday, 08 October, 2008
Want to perform ‘Big Air’ style tricks like the professionals but don’t fancy breaking your bones to get there? Thanks to LG if you are a skier or a snowboarder you will have the opportunity to practise your jumps and Big Air tricks with the confidence of having a massive Air Bag to catch you! Come and witness this true spectacle at SNO!zone, inside the Xscape complex this Thursday and Friday.
Published - Monday, 06 October, 2008
Young supporters and families can have a great day out at Milton Keynes Dons this Saturday when kids get in for just £1.00* and adult tickets are also reduced to just £10.00* as Sky televise the game live at 12.15pm on Saturday 11 October. Cheer on the Dons and you might get your face on the telly!
Published - Sunday, 28 September, 2008
Rising West End sensation Louise Dearman grew up in Leighton Buzzard dreaming of “treading the boards” as a leading lady. Only a few years ago on her road to stardom, she was showing audience members to their seats as a Front of House performance staff member at Milton Keynes Theatre, the venue where she is now starring as one of the most iconic female leading roles in musical theatre history - Eva Peron in Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s memorable masterpiece Evita!
Published - Saturday, 27 September, 2008
Don’t miss three unforgettable days for every bride and groom, with over 100 exhibitors as well as catwalk shows on Saturday and Sunday - you will find everything you need to look gorgeous and make your big day a joyful memory for you and your guests. Exhibits include dresses, photography, cakes, flowers, transport, venues, menswear, jewellery, stationery, video, travel arrangements, catering, beauty, balloons, décor... the list goes on.
Published - Friday, 26 September, 2008
Why not forget about the credit crunch and get away from it all with a fantastic last minute offer from Whittlebury Hall Spa. Get a Spa experience that will relax, rejuvenate and refresh both your mind and body. From the moment you arrive, you are taken out of your daily routine and will experience a host of stimulating heat and ice treatments, complemented by dreamy smells and wonderful therapies. Get all of this and stay overnight for just £99.00 per person per night.
Published - Wednesday, 24 September, 2008
Bury Lawn School – Open Day Saturday 11 October 2008 – 9.30am to 12.30 pm
Published - Monday, 22 September, 2008
Its back again for its fourteenth run! Collectormania 14 is the place to be if you're mad about film and TV. Stars from blockbuster movies and TV shows including Dr Who, Smallville and The Goonies will be in thecentre:mk to meet fans from the 26 - 28 September 2008. Collectormania 14 will take place in Middleton Hall and over three days fans will have the exclusive opportunity to obtain autographs from their heroes and purchase signed posters and rare memorabilia.
Published - Thursday, 18 September, 2008
For one night only Britain's Got Talent finalists NEMESIS will be performing at the Piazza @thehub:mk!
Published - Tuesday, 16 September, 2008
Start your Christmas shopping early with the personal touch. From the 18 – 21 September Middleton Hall, at thecentre:mk, will become home to the Craft Fayre featuring over 100 exhibitors selling handcrafted gifts and original items.
Published - Friday, 05 September, 2008
Feeling a little bloated after that fortnight’s holiday in the sun? Want to do your bit for the environment and get fit at the same time? Well from 11-14 September you have the perfect opportunity with Milton Keynes Heritage Open Days - the major FREE heritage event of the calendar year, when organisations across the Borough open their doors and put on a range of activities for everyone.
Published - Friday, 05 September, 2008
The 50th Anniversary production of this groundbreaking musical comes to Milton Keynes Theatre for 2 weeks from 16 – 27 September following worldwide acclaim and sell-out success in Paris, Tokyo, Beijing and London’s West End. West Side Story changed the course of musical theatre when it opened on Broadway in 1957. It remains one of the most successful stage shows of all time.
Published - Wednesday, 27 August, 2008
Olympic gold medallists Bradley Wiggins and Geraint Thomas will be starting Stage Two of the Tour of Britain cycling road race when it kicks of in Milton Keynes on Monday 8 September at 10.00am. The cyclists will begin the stage by completing a loop of Milton Keynes city centre; from there they will pass through Bletchley and Aylesbury, finishing the stage in the market town of Newbury. Come and cheer on your Olympic heroes!
Published - Wednesday, 20 August, 2008
If you go into the woods this Christmas...from 7 November Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk will be transformed into a magical woodland set which aims to delight young and old alike. The Christmas display will run until 4 January and will feature the return of Santa’s Express train ride, the traditional carousel, a nativity scene and the ever popular Santa’s Grotto which will open on 17 November.
Published - Wednesday, 20 August, 2008
Visit Whittlebury Park during the weekend of The Ryder Cup and play our Championship course before joining us in the Atrium Clubhouse to watch the Europeans take on the Americans on our big screen. Visitors can enjoy 18 holes of golf and lunch for £29.00 per person OR you can bring a 4 ball to play and have lunch for just £99.00 all in.
Published - Sunday, 17 August, 2008
Britain’s top jet-skiers will be competing in the Jet Ski National Finals at Willen Lake 6 and 7 September. Thousands of spectators are expected to visit the Lake to witness the freestyle displays and races that take competitors to speeds in excess of 80 mph. Watch all the thrills and spills from a fantastic lakeside view – a great day out for all the family.
Published - Sunday, 17 August, 2008
On Saturday, 6 September and Sunday, 7 September two grandparents can enter Gulliver’s for free with every one paying person. Grandparents and their grandchildren will have unlimited access to all the rides, attractions and entertainment at Gulliver’s Land, Milton Keynes – and there’s plenty to make sure everybody leaves tired but happy!
Published - Monday, 11 August, 2008
Enjoy a little Hollywood magic and one of the greatest film comedies ever at Milton Keynes’ first open-air cinema. Some Like It Hot – follows the antics of two musicians (Tony Curtis & Jack Lemmon) as they flee the Chicago Mob and dress up in drag to join an all girl jazz band featuring loverlorn singer and glamour puss Marilyn Monroe. The film showing is free. Just grab your friends and bring a picnic.
Published - Friday, 08 August, 2008
Join Leukaemia Research for a day of fun, and the chance to run with a bunch of bananas in our Bananaman Chase 10k dedicated to raising money for vital life-saving research.
Published - Monday, 04 August, 2008
After an adrenalin-filled day at the legendary Silverstone Track why not re-energise, relax or polish yourself at the Whittlebury Hall Day Spa with a fantastic offer price of just £99 per room based of two people sharing. You get full use of the day spa facilities and a 25 minute treatment for you both. What better way to relax and unwind before starting the working week.
Published - Saturday, 02 August, 2008
Make summer sizzle this school holiday with a host of events from The Parks Trust. This year park rangers will run weekly events to take the hard work out of entertaining your kids over the long summer weeks. Learn about animals and nature, build rockets, have go at fishing or even watch some open air theatre – check out everything on offer this summer holiday.
Published - Tuesday, 29 July, 2008
Making sure its workers are as happy as its customers has helped a Milton Keynes hotel win a prestigious national award.
Published - Monday, 28 July, 2008
Mitchell Hall is set in the tranquil and beautiful Bedfordshire village of Cranfield, between Milton Keynes and Bedford and is just a stones throw away from the M1, offering the perfect out-of-office working environment for a productive and professional meeting This offer rate of only £26.50 is only available for meetings taking place during the months of August, September and October, and is subject to availability, so book now!
Published - Monday, 28 July, 2008
This summer there’s no need to jet away as Xscape, Milton Keynes will be transformed into your ultimate Summer family fun destination with sand, snow, surf and sport all under one roof. Yes – our free indoor sandy beach will be back for the holidays so you can have fun whatever the weather! Each week the stars of Britain’s Got Talent will perform just for you – this week see Strike do there stuff!
Published - Monday, 21 July, 2008
Beware – dangerous pirates out to find long lost gold will be sailing into Milton Keynes Theatre this week… Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island is one of the greatest adventure stories ever written and now a brand new stage version from Birmingham Stage Company is being brought to Milton Keynes Theatre for one week only from 22 – 26 July.
Published - Monday, 21 July, 2008
Popular BBC2 antiques programme ‘Flog It!’ is coming to Milton Keynes for a valuation day this summer. The event, with presenter Paul Martin, will be held on August 3 at Jury’s Inn hotel in Central Milton Keynes. So why not dig out that old painting, or go up in the loft for that antique vase and bring it along on the day to have it valued by the experts at this exciting event for one of the BBC’s most popular daytime shows.
Published - Friday, 18 July, 2008
Book your meeting or training at Kents Hill Park Milton Keynes during September, October or November 2008 for only £30.00 day delegate rate. With over 70 versatile meeting rooms, 330 en-suite bedrooms and an on-site leisure centre, Kents Hill Park offers a professional environment for all types of corporate event. We understand the essentials required to run effective meetings, conferences and training events and are committed to ensuring these needs are met on time, every time.
Published - Monday, 14 July, 2008
The spectacular Proms in the Park comes to Milton Keynes on Saturday 19 July followed by the legendary Jools Holland together with his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra on Sunday 20 July. Both concerts will be performed outside at Campbell Park, Milton Keynes. So why not come and enjoy either classical music or some good old rhythm and blues in this beautiful parkland location!
Published - Monday, 14 July, 2008
thecentre:mk is giving customers the exclusive chance to view the brand new Renault Koleos and Vauxhall Agila at its summer Motor Show running from 15 – 20 July 2008. The Motor Show is running in thecentre:mk’s dedicated events space, Middleton Hall and local motor dealerships will be onsite to showcase their latest models allowing customers the opportunity to get behind the wheel of their ideal car. Exhibitors include Volvo, Mazda and Seat ensuring there is something to suit all tastes and budg
Published - Monday, 07 July, 2008
Get a great daily delegate rate this summer at De Vere Venues Harben. This modern, purpose-built venue is ideally situated only 5 minutes from Milton Keynes, just off J14 of the M1. Only 30 minutes from Luton Airport with quick and direct services to London, our modern exterior hides a welcoming venue for your meeting or training event. Harben have all the equipment you need for a dynamic and effective business experience from AV projectors to complimentary Internet access throughout.
Published - Sunday, 06 July, 2008
Milton Keynes Theatre has announced that legendary TV and film actor Henry Winkler will be the bad guy you love to hate this Christmas as he takes on the role of the dastardly Captain Hook hoping to steal the show in this year’s magical pantomime – Peter Pan. Starring alongside Henry will be ex-Eastender Louisa Lytton, making her pantomime debut and further star casting is still to be announced, so watch this space.
Published - Sunday, 06 July, 2008
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Published - Wednesday, 02 July, 2008
Leading retailer of branded men’s and women’s fashion, Republic, is to more than double the size of its store in thecentre:mk, creating a flagship store of 784 sq m (8,435 sq ft) on Midsummer Arcade, which links House of Fraser and John Lewis.
Published - Monday, 30 June, 2008
To mark its third decade of providing family fun, theme park king Gulliver’s will throw special birthday Mascots’ Tea Parties on Sunday 6 July at all three of its theme parks - in Warrington, Matlock Bath and Milton Keynes. Come and enjoy the fun with the whole family with both indoor and outdoor attractions so even the British weather can’t spoil the day!
Jump Up is Nick Jr’s annual outdoor event, where your toddler can join in with all their favourite TV characters and let their imaginations run wild! They can explore, play, dance and sing along in a fun-packed fantastic day!
Published - Monday, 16 June, 2008
Set in the very heart of this vibrant new city the stylish hotel offers the perfect location for your meeting or conference event. And this summer you can get great daily delegate rates at this centrally located hotel.
Published - Saturday, 14 June, 2008
Willen Lake in Milton Keynes will be taken over by adrenaline junkies this weekend. The world’s best cable wakeboarders will come to the city to take part in the European Cable Wakeboard Tour. The event taking place all weekend is free to get in and with live music and plenty of thrills and spills to watch it promises to be a great day out for the whole family.
Published - Monday, 09 June, 2008
Alan Ayckbourne’s beautifully crafted, wonderfully funny and charmingly English comedy Relatively Speaking comes to Milton Keynes Theatre from 16 – 21 June starring Peter Bowles (To The Manor Born) and Diane Fletcher and directed by Alan Strachan. Ayckbourn spins a fine web of misunderstandings in a brilliantly sustained dialogue of cross-purposes.
Published - Tuesday, 03 June, 2008
Whether you’re planning your family’s summer holiday or a romantic weekend break for two, don’t do anything until you’ve visited The Get Away! Show in Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk.
Published - Monday, 26 May, 2008
Milton Keynes shopping destination, thecentre:mk, has been ranked the greenest retail company and the 30th best green company overall in the UK in The Sunday Times’ Green List announced yesterday. National paper praises the centre’s attitude and commitment to setting and achieving impressive waste and energy reduction targets. thecentre:mk welcomes nearly 30 million visitors each year to its 230 stores, restaurants and cafes.
Published - Monday, 26 May, 2008
Destination Milton Keynes is raising the national profile of Milton Keynes through it’s involvement in Tourism South East’s 2008 Family Fun Campaign.
Published - Wednesday, 21 May, 2008
thehub:mk will be a hive of activity this coming Bank Holiday weekend, offering something for all the family.
Published - Tuesday, 20 May, 2008
Stars from the world of sport will be in thecentre:mk to meet fans from the 24 - 26 May 2008. Sportsmania 2 will take place in Middleton Hall and over three days fans will have the exclusive opportunity to obtain autographs from their sporting heroes and purchase sporting memorabilia from the many exhibitions stands at the event.
Published - Tuesday, 20 May, 2008
Remember when hair was big, greed was good and shoulder pads were in? You’ve guessed it, it’s the 80’s – the decade that fashion forgot but audiences love to revisit, and you’re invited to the party as The Wedding Singer comes to Milton Keynes Theatre from 26 – 31 May. This fantastic show is based on the hilarious blockbuster movie which starred Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler. Book your tickets now!
Published - Monday, 12 May, 2008
From the 19-24 May, the Loch Fyne Restaurant at thehub:mk will be holding Seafood Festival to celebrate all the fantastic produce that we get from the sea. Special events will held throughout the week including a family day, Spanish and French themed nights, a chance to be a chef for day and a wine and food matching evening. And on the 24 May the traditional fish market will be held outside the restaurant allowing you to buy and cook produce for yourself!
Published - Wednesday, 07 May, 2008
The Rat Pack - Live From Las Vegas comes to Milton Keynes Theatre and it’s the coolest party in town! Having played over 1000 performances in the West End, numerous critically acclaimed UK national tours since 2000, playing all over Europe, to sell out audiences in Canada and standing ovations in America, Frank, Sammy and Dean – The Rat Pack Live From Las Vegas comes to Milton Keynes Theatre for one week only from 12 – 17 May.
Published - Wednesday, 07 May, 2008
The Holiday Inn Milton Keynes East at M1, Junction 14 has acquired the use of a new area adjacent to the hotel which is ideal for team building event days. In conjunction with the hotels preferred partners they can now provide creative event days for companies that are passionate about inspiring teams or engaging customers and clients. Professionally managed, tailored events are known to have a positive effect on morale, motivation, confidence, loyalty and the effectiveness of teams.
Published - Monday, 28 April, 2008
There is lots of fun for everyone this May Day at Woburn Safari Park. Spring is in the air especially in the African Forest where three of the Patas monkeys have new babies to show off! The Patas are the fastest monkeys in the world and share the forest with Colobus monkeys, Barbary Macaques and the beautiful and rare Bongo antelope – look out for the bongo calf as well.
Published - Wednesday, 23 April, 2008
Stars from blockbuster movies and TV shows including Star Wars, Dr Who, Heroes and Torchwood will be in thecentre:mk to meet fans from the 2 -5 May 2008. Collectormania 13 will take place in Middleton Hall and over four days fans will have the exclusive opportunity to obtain autographs from their heroes and purchase signed posters and rare memorabilia from the many exhibitors at this fantastic event.
Published - Monday, 21 April, 2008
Andy Layfield, Head Chef at the Holiday Inn Milton Keynes – East has won the Kew Green Hotels Ltd (KGH) ‘Chef of the Year 2007 Award’ from 18 participating hotels in the group.
Published - Sunday, 20 April, 2008
The Stoke Goldington Steam Rally and Country Fayre is set in farmland in the heart of Stoke Goldington, about 15 minutes drive from Central Milton Keynes. Open from 10am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday - it's truly is a full day's entertainment. You can see 25 full size steam engines as well as stationary engines, classic cars and vintage tractors. There are many other activities to enjoy including a fun fair, live music and children’s shows!
Published - Monday, 14 April, 2008
Women across Milton Keynes are being invited to enter Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life 2008. And the charity is asking them to pass on the invite to friends, family and colleagues now that entries are open for the Milton Keynes events.
Published - Monday, 14 April, 2008
Nigel Havers and Diana Quick star in Alan Bennett’s Single Spies at Milton Keynes Theatre from 28 Apr to 3 May 2008. Single Spies originally opened at the National Theatre in 1988 and went on to become a major international hit winning the Olivier Award for Best Comedy.
Published - Tuesday, 01 April, 2008
Milton Keynes Dons saw off Grimsby in the Johnstone's Paint Trophy final with two second-half goals at Wembley to collect the clubs first ever silverware. More than 30,000 Dons fans made the trip to Wembley to see their club take the lead in the second half and then secure the win just eight minutes later with a second goal. Congratulations to the whole team – come on the Dons!
Published - Monday, 31 March, 2008
Milton Keynes Theatre welcomes the spectacular musical Zorro, with original music by the Gipsy Kings, 8 to 12 April as part of a World Premiere UK Tour before its arrival in London’s West End. This new musical promises to retell the dramatic tale of a romantic hero with extraordinary aerial acrobatics, spectacular sword-fighting and incredible magic – all set to the famous red-hot Gipsy Kings beat.
Published - Saturday, 29 March, 2008
You could be Xscape-ing to the Caribbean and all you have to do is find this Wellington Boot. That is the challenge that’s standing between you and a fantastic all-expenses-paid family holiday to the Caribbean! Xscape at Milton Keynes is giving anyone who visits their website the chance to win!
Published - Wednesday, 26 March, 2008
To kick start the gardening season, from the 28 March to 30 March the Milton Keynes Gardening Show will be back in Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk. The show will have over 50 exhibitors covering all aspects of gardening from sheds to shredders through plants and patios.
Published - Tuesday, 25 March, 2008
On Saturday 29 March, Loch Fyne will set up an impromptu fish market outside their restaurant in The Hub, Central Milton Keynes. The market will be a traditional fish monger style, with all the best Loch Fyne produce on display including oysters, mussels, smoked salmon, seabass, bream, lobsters, king scallops and so much more!
Published - Monday, 17 March, 2008
There is lots of fun for everyone this Easter at Woburn Safari Park. Spring is in the air as some of the proud Mums show off their new babies that were born during the winter – look out for Tambi, the lioness and her three lion cubs who will be out and about with the rest of the pride. And make sure you visit Acacia, the rare Rothschild Giraffe, who will be proudly showing off her new calf Harris.
Published - Monday, 17 March, 2008
Bletchley Park, home of the World War Two codebreakers, is holding its annual fun-packed Easter event on Easter Monday 24 March 2008.
Published - Thursday, 13 March, 2008
Peter Shaffer’s award winning play EQUUS comes to Milton Keynes Theatre for one week only from 17 to 22 March starring Simon Callow, Alfie Allen, Linda Thorson and Laura O’Toole. This engaging and sometimes controversial play focuses on the relationships of the main characters.
Published - Sunday, 09 March, 2008
SNO!zone at Xscape is offering these camps for children during this Easter holiday.
Published - Wednesday, 05 March, 2008
After years of ripping up America, the Revolution will spread across the Atlantic for a once in a lifetime, unmissable show.
Published - Sunday, 02 March, 2008
An exhibition by Marcel Broodthaers, an artist considered to be one of the most important of the 20th Century, is currently on display at Milton Keynes Gallery and continues until the end of March.
Published - Thursday, 28 February, 2008
If you are looking for some really slamming snow slope action then check out SNO!storm.
Published - Saturday, 16 February, 2008
Following the huge success of the last visit of Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra two year ago, they are making a welcome return trip to Campbell Park on Sunday 20th July, this time with the added bonus of special guest vocalist, Marc Almond, who has been performing and touring extensively with Jools since 2001.
Published - Monday, 04 February, 2008
If you're looking for an unusual present or would like to experience what it's like behind the scenes at Woburn Safari Park then why not try one of these...
Published - Thursday, 31 January, 2008
The Olney Pancake Race, first run in 1445, is held every year on Shrove Tuesday and it is the original pancake race.
Published - Monday, 28 January, 2008
1-3 February, Middleton Hall at thecentre:mk
Published - Wednesday, 23 January, 2008
On Sunday 16 March you can join tens of thousands of people and take part in the ultimate Sport Relief challenge. The Mile event is taking place at thehub:mk on Midsummer Boulevard in Central Milton Keynes.
Xscape, Milton Keynes was the first of the Xscape developments in the UK and is now the flagship destination of the national brand, which includes two others; one located in Castleford, Leeds and the other in Braehead, Glasgow.
Published - Friday, 18 January, 2008
The Living Archive presents the OurPlace:MK exhibition which will celebrate the Pioneers and Heroes who have played a significant part in the development of the Milton Keynes area, its businesses and its community.
Published - Thursday, 13 December, 2007
Raymond Blanc and Milton Keynes Youth Choir will be at the newly-opened Brasserie Blanc in thehub:mk on Monday 17 December from 5:30 – 6:30pm.
Published - Thursday, 29 November, 2007
Take a magic carpet ride at Milton Keynes Theatre this Christmas!
Published - Thursday, 29 November, 2007
As HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh visit the town, Milton Keynes residents turned out in force to welcome the Royal couple to this very unique location.
Published - Monday, 26 November, 2007
Visit the ultimate entertainment destination this Christmas and be enchanted by the magical Winter Wonderland. With free entertainment for all the family to enjoy from Friday 23 November until 6 January, Xscape really is the one place you can guarantee snow, along with a fun day or night out - and don’t forget all the Christmas shopping too!
Published - Thursday, 22 November, 2007
HM Queen Elizabeth II and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh will visit Milton Keynes on Thursday 29 November as part of the Celebration of 40 Years of Milton Keynes. There will be some parking and access restrictions around the sites they will be visiting. For more information see below:
Published - Thursday, 22 November, 2007
BBC Three Counties Radio’s Breakfast Show for Milton Keynes - Morning:MK - has joined forces with thecentre:mk shopping centre to launch their Christmas Gift Appeal. Listeners of the show, and shoppers, are being asked to buy an extra gift with their Christmas shopping this year.
Published - Tuesday, 20 November, 2007
Celebrated chef Raymond Blanc OBE will launch his seventh Brasserie Blanc in Milton Keynes on November 28th 2007. The 120-cover French Brasserie and Bar will be located in the Central Piazza and will have a warm, welcoming and stylish interior with banquette seating and terrace tables outside in the warmer months.
If you're looking to organise a group trip then Woburn Safari Park offers the best of two worlds – going on Safari driving close to endangered animals from Africa and Asia and then exploring the walk through safari area.
Published - Wednesday, 07 November, 2007
What a great idea for that special Christmas gift and a great day out for the family! Why not combine a prestigious craft event with entry to the Safari Park?
Published - Monday, 05 November, 2007
Loch Fyne have a long and fascinating history and were one of the first businesses to place the emphasis on sourcing sustainable seafood throughout their network of shops and restaurants.
Published - Monday, 29 October, 2007
Come out of hibernation to join Toad, Ratty, Mole and Badger for sensational shopping and the spectacular Wind in the Willows Christmas Show.
Published - Monday, 22 October, 2007
Get ready for Collectormania 12 at the centre:mk, Milton Keynes.
Published - Monday, 22 October, 2007
On Thursday 25 and Friday 26 October from 11.30am – 5.00pm the Theatre District with be full of much loved Owls, Hawks, Falcons and majestic Eagles. Even Hedwig’s cousin will put in an appearance!
Published - Sunday, 14 October, 2007
The Waterside Restaurant at Eco-Park is one of the first eco-friendly restaurants and meetings spaces in Milton Keynes. This contemporary, stylish and relaxed restaurant is set to alter the local restaurant industry as well as transform the way people eat out.
Published - Monday, 08 October, 2007
Light Fantastic has been created specifically to dazzle the Milton Keynes skyline and is a wholly unique show in its own right. Some of the internationally renowned acts have previously performed to amazed audiences in Sydney, Milan and Singapore!
Published - Monday, 01 October, 2007
thecentre:mk was announced as the BEST SHOPPING VENUE at the Group Leisure Awards 2007’s glittering dinner and ceremony held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole Hotel last recently.
Published - Thursday, 23 August, 2007
Improvements to the A5-H3 Abbey Hill junction start this week (20 August 2007) and are expected to continue until early 2008.
Published - Thursday, 23 August, 2007
Milton Keynes has been chosen as the location for the regional launch of the Heritage Open Days.
Published - Thursday, 09 August, 2007
This is the latest update from Tourism South East regarding current restrictions regarding the Foot and Mouth outbreak.
Published - Thursday, 09 August, 2007
Woodworks! celebrates folk traditions of music, craft and toil.
Published - Tuesday, 24 July, 2007
Step back in time this summer into the swinging sixties at Xscape.
Published - Tuesday, 24 July, 2007
The birthday celebrations continue for Milton Keynes with the opening of the MK Forty Tower.
Published - Monday, 16 July, 2007
Enjoy a weekend of wizardary at thecentre:mk
Published - Monday, 25 June, 2007
Alan Ball Memorial Cup Announces First Group Of Players
Published - Saturday, 23 June, 2007
Juliette Pochin to sing in thecentre:mk
Published - Tuesday, 05 June, 2007
Meet your sporting heroes in person at this exciting event!
Published - Monday, 21 May, 2007
Shoppers in Stony Stratford can stay dry in the rain thanks to the local business association which is providing a free umbrella loan service.
Published - Tuesday, 08 May, 2007
Artist film commissioned by Milton Keynes Gallery to be premiered in London cinema on 16 May 2007.
Published - Tuesday, 01 May, 2007
The Courtyard by Marriot hotel located at Milton Keynes, M1 junction 14 is to re-brand as Holiday Inn.
Published - Friday, 20 April, 2007
SK8MK have been asked by EWx 2007 show organiser Brintex Ltd to design a skate sculpture called the Bus Station 2 which will be skated by Milton Keynes skaters on the three days of the exhibition.
Published - Wednesday, 11 April, 2007
Proms in the Park returns to Milton Keynes this summer with special guests, G4.
Published - Wednesday, 14 March, 2007
A young group of street dancers based in MK have showed great ingenuity, which has seen them win in a national dance competition.
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