Favourite days out summer 2025
We’re all set for the sunshine, and whatever you’re looking for this summer, you’ll find it happening somewhere in our region. From sporting events to town festivals, and from agricultural shows to village fetes, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. In August we’re once again supporting the Blakesley Show, in collaboration this year with The Woodland Trust. If you visit the show ground in Blakesley near Towcester, do come over to say hello and join us for refreshments on our stand.
Here is a selection of some of the events you’ll want in your calendar:
JUNE
30 June-13 July Wimbledon. The oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament in the world remains one of the few major sporting events where you can buy tickets on the day of play. The queue is a popular way for guests to attend The Championships https://www.wimbledon.com/en_GB/tickets/index.html
From June: Knebworth House Alfresco Garden Performances, Hertfordshire. Outdoor entertainment, from tribute shows to adventure cinema. Bring a picnic or enjoy hot food, snacks, and an on-site bar.
JULY
1-6 July: Henley Royal Regatta. The best-known regatta in the world, treating spectators to over 400 world class races https://www.hrr.co.uk/
3-6 July: Formula 1 British Grand Prix, Silverstone. The Formula 1 British Grand Prix is the biggest and fastest sporting event in the UK and for Formula One fans, the highlight of the F1 year.
5-6 July Newport Pagnell Carnival. The biggest and oldest running Carnival in Milton Keynes promises two days of live music, stalls, classic cars, a dog show, and a duck race.
Saturday 12 July: Princes Risborough Town Festival, Marlow. A fun-filled family day with stalls, great music, and delicious food.
29 July – 2 August: Qatar Goodwood Festival. The world-famous, 5 day flat-racing festival, affectionately known as Glorious Goodwood
AUGUST
Saturday 2 August: Blakesley Show. Equestrian and livestock classes, trade exhibitors, plus a gymkhana make this annual show a summer highlight for lovers of the country life.
August 4 – September 15: Upfest Art House at Ashridge House in Hertfordshire. Europe’s largest live street art festival, displaying world class art designed and inspired by the history of Ashridge House.
15-17 August: Stowaway Festival, Stowe, Buckinghamshire. Set in the grounds of National Trust property Stowe in Buckinghamshire, this camping-only festival offers music, dancing, wild swimming and yoga https://stowawayfestival.co.uk/tickets/
Thursday 28 August: Bucks County Show. A much-loved, one-day agricultural show with 60 cattle classes, 30 sheep classes and some of the most talented show jumpers in the county.
SEPTEMBER
6 September: Evenley Fete and Dog Show. A traditional fete on the village green with everything from Morris dancers and cream teas to human fruit machines and hook a duck.
Second weekend in September: Big Olney Food Festival. This 2-day street party celebrating comedy, food and music is organised by volunteer group Olney Events and raises funds for local charities.
20-21 September: Kop Hill Climb. This festival in Princes Risborough is a celebration of the history of motoring and a chance to see priceless rare cars and bikes, all whilst raising money for local good causes.
