Events and Activities in Bletchley
& Fenny Stratford
Find fun, free events in Bletchley and Fenny Stratford below, as well as volunteering opportunities and community engagement activities.
You can also find local events here:
Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council Events Page
West Bletchley Council Events Page
Bletchley Park Events Page (admission / ticket fees apply)
Taster Trip on Community Boat Electra
MK Community Boat Electra, Fenny Stratford mooring, Watling Street Bridge, Bletchley, MK2 2AZ
Take a tour on the MK Community Boat Electra at the following times:
Saturday 13 September
Tours at 0930 & 1030
Sunday 14 September
Tours at 0930 & 1030
Pre-booking required, for more information and booking links, see the Heritage Open Days website:
https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/talk-glide-taster-trip-on-mk-community-boat-electra-with-a-short-history-of-mk-canals-1.html
St Mary's Church 400 years of construction
St Mary's Church, Church Green Road, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK3 6BJ
St Mary’s Church is a Grade 1 listed building and has architectural features from many centuries, including the Norman archway, medieval tomb and 19th century-stained glass windows.
Find the medieval graffiti and the stonemason marks inside or visit our churchyard and discover the architectural symbolism on our Victorian gravestones.
Take a self-guided tour of the Commonwealth War Graves memorials to local fallen servicemen.
The church is a member of the Quiet Garden Movement, so why not sit and reflect in our quiet spaces? Refreshments will be served on both days. No booking required. Tours are self-guided, and volunteers will be available to help on request.
Saturday 13 September: 10am-4pm
Sunday 14 September: 1-4pm
Find out more online here: https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/st-mary-s-bletchley-400-years-of-construction-2025.html
National Museum of Computing Tour - fully booked
The National Museum of Computing, Sherwood Drive, Bletchley
Follow the development of computing: from the Turing-Welchman Bombe and Colossus of the 1940s through the large systems and mainframes of the 1950s, 60s and 70s, to the rise of personal computing and the rise of mobile computing and the internet.
Pre-booking required, fully booked.
For more information on the event, see links below:
Station to Station Guided Walk
Bletchley Railway Station, Buckinghamshire, MK3 6DZ
Join a guided walking tour as part of the Heritage Open Days 2025. Starting at Bletchley Station, the route covers 1 mile to Fenny Stratford Station and takes around 1.5 hours if walking.
For more information and pre-booking information, please see the links below:
https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/station-to-station-guided-walk.html
https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/living-archive/station-to-station-guided-walk/e-rgpqea
War Graves Cemetery Tour - Manor Road Bletchley
Manor Road Cemetery, Fenny Stratford, Bletchley, MK2 2HW
The cemetery is the final resting place of 22 casualties from both world wars, many of whom were from the Bletchley and Fenny Stratford area. Amongst those casualties are Gunner William Munday, Royal Field Artillery, who was awarded the Military Medal in 1918 and Flying Officer Leslie Smith, 218 Squadron, RAF who received the Distinguished Flying Cross in the second world war.
Come and find out more about their personal stories - pre-booking required by 17th September. More information and booking details via link below:
Buildings of Bletchley Park - fully booked
Bletchley Park, Sherwood Drive, Bletchley MK3 6DS
Join Bletchley Park historians Dr David Kenyon and Dr Thomas Cheetham to find out more about the diverse architecture of Bletchley Park, from Sir Herbert Leon's extravagant Mansion to the austere huts and blocks of World War Two. Find out how buildings were adapted or built to meet the needs of the Codebreakers and their important secret work, and how the site expanded to meet the needs of the growing workforce.
Find out more at https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/the-buildings-of-bletchley-park-sold-out.html
Free tickets for this event need to be booked via bletchleypark.org.uk (fully booked)
This event will take place in Bletchley Park’s Fellowship Auditorium, followed by the opportunity to explore Bletchley Park for free.
Living Archive event
The Brunel Centre, Bletchley, MK2 2ES
Free entry and free refreshments.
Come along to see the changing face of Bletchley high street (Queensway) over the decades, and bring along any photos or articles you have showing how it’s changed in the last century to add to the living archive project.
The face of Bletchley town centre is changing with the new Town Deal £23m funding and works due to begin in autumn 2025. Come and speak with the MKCC Town Deal Project team at the event and find out more about the changes coming soon!
Bletchley Park Family Fun Trails - Sold out
Bletchley Park, Sherwood Drive, Bletchley
Activities as part of Heritage Open Days, find out more here: https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-event/bletchley-park-family-fun-trails-sold-out.html
Indoor Bowls Club Open Day
Bletchley Leisure Centre, Princes Way, Fenny Stratford, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK2 2HQ
Looking for a fun, free, family friendly activity in Bletchley? Look no further than the Bletchley Indoor Bowls Club open day 2025!
10am-5pm at Bletchley Leisure Centre, all are welcome to come and have a go and learn more about membership options if you find you catch the indoor bowls bug!
Based at Bletchley Leisure Centre with regular bowls and socials.
Pumpkin Patch at Leon Rec Park
Leon Rec, Fenny Stratford, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK2 2HL
Get ready for a frightfully fun day at The Patch at Leon Recreation park! This Halloween, Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council are bringing a one-day pop-up pumpkin patch to Bletchley, filled with thrills, chills, and plenty of pumpkins for you to pick!
Timings for 2025 still TBC, for full details, please see the Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council website. Here's a peek at what’s in store:
Pick Your Own Pumpkins
Fancy Dress Competition
Face Painting
Food, Drinks, and Treats
Music and Games
"Souper" Fun with YMCA MK
Family History Mapping
Bletchley Library, Westfield Road, Bletchley MK2 2RA
Map your family history with help from family history expert John Hanson from Milton Keynes Library.
September 12, 2025, 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Check the website for full information - pre-booking is required.
Booking telephone number: 01908 372797
Booking email: library.enquiries@milton-keynes.gov.uk
Fenny Stratford End of Summer Picnic
Fenny Stratford Community Orchard, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK2 2HX
The Fenny Stratford Residents’ Association warmly invites local residents to join the annual family-friendly summer picnic in the Community Orchard located between the Canal and Manor Fields, next to Waterhall Park. Click here for a link to the location on Google Maps.
Free activities include:
Facepainting
Balloon modelling 1-3pm
Games
Drawing competition
Bring your own picnic, blankets and chairs. Find out more on the Fenny Stratford Residents’ Association page, or contact fennySRA@outlook.com
Family Fun Fest
St Andrews Baptist Church, St Andrew's Rd, Bletchley, Milton Keynes, MK3 5DR
Free family fun festival at St Andrews Baptist Church in West Bletchley 2-4pm on Tuesday 26th - Friday 29th August.
Please contact the venue for more information on age ranges and activities.
Summer holiday football sessions (B&FSTC Residents)
Leon Leisure Centre Astro, Fern Grove, Bletchley, MK2 3HQ
Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council is proud to offer free summer football Sessions for local children and young people aged 8 to 16. The sessions aim to promote active lifestyles, teamwork, and fun during the summer holidays at the Leon Leisure Centre Astro at Sir Herbert Leon Academy.
The sessions are open to children and young people aged 8–16 who are residents of Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council. Proof of address will be required during registration.
Find out more and book your place via the Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council website.
West Bletchley Carnival 2025
Rickley Park, Bletchley, MK3 6HF
West Bletchley Carnival 2025 welcomes Bletchley residents to this year’s Children’s Books themed event on Saturday 12th July. Food, drinks, stalls, entertainment, children's activities and more from 12-5pm at Rickley Park!
Full details still to be finalised, check the West Bletchley Carnival Facebook page for the latest updates.
The deadline for Stall & Pitch Applications and Parade Entry Applications is 2 May 2025, for information on having a stall or participating in the parade, contact events@westbletchleycouncil.gov.uk or call 01908 370 348
McCarthy's Parkfest 2025
4 Chandos Place, Bletchley, MK2 2SN
The McCarthy's Parkfest 2025, a 3-day event at McCarthy's Sports Bar in Bletchley, featuring House DJ's, Indie Rock bands on Friday and Saturday, and a family fun day on Sunday when under 14s go free with a paying adult.
Bands on the Green
Church Green Road, Bletchley, MK3 6BJ
Free music events run by West Bletchley Council, bring a picnic and enjoy the range of live bands available on Sundays throughout summer 2-4pm.
For more information see the West Bletchley Council Facebook page or the May newsletter, page 8.
Forest Garden Activity Session
Leon Recreation Ground, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK2 2HL
Milton Keynes Forest Garden Activity Session 1-3pm on Sunday 1st June. The forest garden is located at the entrance from Leon Avenue on the corner of the park as you enter.
For more information, contact jennifer.zwetsloot@tcv.org.uk 07740899633.
West Bletchley Dog Show
Rickley Park, MK3 6HF
West Bletchley Council is organising the Fun Dog Show, scheduled to take place: Saturday 10th May, 1-5pm.
First held in 2021 and in partnership with and raising money for the animal charity, NAWT Bedfordshire, it is growing in popularity each year. The event includes a nine-category dog show with best in show, participation from dog trainers, stall holders (both dog-related and standard stalls), drop-in style have-a-go activities and agility courses, and other engaging games.
Visit the West Bletchley Council website for more information.
Easter at Leon Rec
Leon Recreation Ground Park, Fenny Stratford, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK2 2HL
Free Easter activities for families in Bletchley (aimed at under 12s), sponsored by Bletchley & Fenny Stratford Town Council, Ward Councillors and Leon Resident Association including:
Milton Keynes Play Association activities (find out more and book online)
Easter trail
Easter hat making
Natural Bird feeder making
Easter eggs
Easter at Newton Leys
Newton Leys, Furzey Way MK3 5SP
Free family fun Easter activities for under 12s including activites from MK Play Association. The event is provided by Bletchley & Fenny Stratford Town Council.
Find out more and register for your place here
Easter fun in Fenny Stratford
Fenny Stratford Community Centre, 13 George St, Fenny Stratford, Bletchley, MK2 2NR
Free Easter fun for families in Fenny Stratford with arts and crafts, tombola, activities and Easter eggs for under 16s.
Find out more on Facebook.
Easter at Newton Leys
Newton Leys, Furzey Way MK3 5SP
Free family fun Easter activities for under 12s including activites from MK Play Association. The event is provided by Bletchley & Fenny Stratford Town Council.
Find out more and register for your place here
Easter at Leon Rec
Leon Recreation Ground Park, Fenny Stratford, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK2 2HL
Free Easter activities for families in Bletchley (aimed at under 12s), sponsored by Bletchley & Fenny Stratford Town Council, Ward Councillors and Leon Resident Association on 10th and 17th April including:
Milton Keynes Play Association activities (find out more and book online)
Easter trail
Easter hat making
Natural Bird feeder making
Easter eggs
Scouts Family Open Event
Scout Hut, Stour Close, Bletchley, MK3 7AY
The Bletchley Scouts welcomes local families to their Family Open Event on Saturday 8th February 1-3pm at the Scout Hut on Stour Close.
At the event, you’ll have the chance to:
Cook on an open fire
See Tomahawks
Try archery
Mini pioneering
Come along and see what your local Scouts has to offer!
Firing of the Fenny Poppers
Leon Recreation Ground, Bletchley
St Martin’s Church Fenny Stratford are hosting the annual firing of the Fenny Poppers in Leon Recreation Ground on Mon day 11 November. The Poppers will be fired at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm.
Pickleball and Badminton Youth 'Paddle Mates' Sessions
Bletchley Leisure Centre, Princes Way, Fenny Stratford, Bletchley, MK2 2HQ
Free sessions for young people aged 11-16 on Thursdays 4:30-5:30pm.
Try out paddle sports including pickleball and badminton in the indoor sports hall. Contact sam.johnson@milton-keynes.gov.uk for more information.
Half Term Halloween Activities and Disco
Frank Moran Centre, 12 Melrose Ave, Bletchley, MK3 6PA
Magician and facepainting 2-5pm
Disco 6-8pm
Suitable for children aged 13 and under, under 10s need to be accompanied by a responsible adult. Free for MK3 residents. Call on 01908 370348 or visit the centre to book a place for one of the magic shows (no need to book for facepainting or the disco).
Full details on the Frank Moran Facebook page.
Pumpkin Patch at Leon Rec Park
27 Leon Ave, Fenny Stratford, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK2 2HL
Get ready for a frightfully fun day at The Patch at Leon Recreation park! This Halloween, Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council are bringing a one-day pop-up pumpkin patch to Bletchley, filled with thrills, chills, and plenty of pumpkins for you to pick!
For full details, please see the Bletchley and Fenny Stratford Town Council website. Here's a peek at what’s in store:
Pick Your Own Pumpkins
Fancy Dress Competition
Face Painting
Food, Drinks, and Treats
Music and Games
"Souper" Fun with YMCA MK
Keep an eye on the Facebook event here: https://bit.ly/BFSTCPUMPKINS for the latest information and updates.
Half Term Circus Skills Workshop
Frank Moran Centre, 12 Melrose Ave, Bletchley, MK3 6PA
Half Term Circus Skills workshop for ages 5-11, free for MK3 residents. Find out more and book in advance on the Frank Moran Centre Facebook page.
Half Term Self Defence Workshops
Frank Moran Centre, 12 Melrose Ave, Bletchley, MK3 6PA
Call the centre to book in advance - more details available on the Frank Moran Centre Facebook Page.
Girls session: 10:30am-12pm
Boys session: 2-3:30pm
Parent and Toddler Group - £2 per session
MK College, Institute of Technology Brasserie Bytes Cafe, Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, MK3 6DR
The new Brasserie Bytes Cafe at the IoT in Bletchley has secured Bletchley Groups Funding (Pathfinder Project) to deliver a Parent and Toddler Meet up Group with soft play items on Fridays. £2 per session including the soft play area and social with other local residents.
Meet other parents and children at our vibrant community café in Bletchley. New mums, dads, grandparents, carers and children/babies under school age welcome!
When? Every Friday 10am – 1pm
Where? Brasserie Bytes Community Café, South Central Institute of Technology. Sherwood Drive Bletchley, MK3 6DR
Cost: £2 per session to be paid on the day – no need to book.
Find out more on their Facebook page.
Firing of the Fenny Poppers
Leon Recreation Ground, Bletchley
St Martin’s Church Fenny Stratford are hosting the annual firing of the Fenny Poppers in Leon Recreation Ground on Saturday 11 November. The Poppers will be fired at 12pm, 2pm and 4pm.