BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Buckingham Town Council - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Buckingham Town Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20250330T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20251026T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20260329T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20261025T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20270328T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20271031T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250811T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250811T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250505T142450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T142451Z UID:10012439-1754933400-1754937000@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Free Basketball Sessions DESCRIPTION:Free turn up and play Basketball sessions led by Coach Jenner take place at Chandos Park MUGA this summer for children aged 8 to 12 years of age. Please arrive early to sign in\, wear suitable footwear and don’t forget to bring a water bottle. All abilities are welcome! URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/free-basketball-sessions-6/ LOCATION:Chandos Park\, Chandos Park\, Buckingham\, Buckinghamshire\, MK18 1AJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250811T184500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250811T194500 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250505T143823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T143824Z UID:10012445-1754937900-1754941500@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Free Basketball Sessions DESCRIPTION:Free turn up and play Basketball sessions led by Coach Jenner take place at Bourton Park MUGA this summer for youths aged 12 years of age and above. Please arrive early to sign in\, wear suitable footwear and don’t forget to bring a water bottle. All abilities are welcome! URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/free-basketball-sessions-12/ LOCATION:Bourton Park\, Buckingham\, MK18 7AB CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250816T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250816T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250505T181002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T181842Z UID:10012452-1755342000-1755360000@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Bridge Street Skatepark Jam DESCRIPTION:Join Team Rubicon for a day at Buckingham Skatepark! Kicking off with some free skateboard and scooter coaching – equipment such as skateboards\, scooters\, helmets\, and pads can be provided or you can bring your own. After this registration for the various skateboard\, scooter and BMX competitions will begin while professional athletes take to the ramps. After that the various friendly contests would begin with prizes awarded. This event is suitable for everyone aged 8 years and above. All abilities welcome. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/bridge-street-skatepark-jam/ LOCATION:Buckingham Skatepark CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250818T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250818T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250505T142625Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T142626Z UID:10012440-1755538200-1755541800@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Free Basketball Sessions DESCRIPTION:Free turn up and play Basketball sessions led by Coach Jenner take place at Chandos Park MUGA this summer for children aged 8 to 12 years of age. Please arrive early to sign in\, wear suitable footwear and don’t forget to bring a water bottle. All abilities are welcome! URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/free-basketball-sessions-7/ LOCATION:Chandos Park\, Chandos Park\, Buckingham\, Buckinghamshire\, MK18 1AJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250818T184500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250818T194500 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250505T143958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T143959Z UID:10012446-1755542700-1755546300@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Free Basketball Sessions DESCRIPTION:Free turn up and play Basketball sessions led by Coach Jenner take place at Bourton Park MUGA this summer for youths aged 12 years of age and above. Please arrive early to sign in\, wear suitable footwear and don’t forget to bring a water bottle. All abilities are welcome! URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/free-basketball-sessions-13/ LOCATION:Bourton Park\, Buckingham\, MK18 7AB CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250821T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250821T153000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250505T152149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T152150Z UID:10012449-1755772200-1755790200@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Buckingham Play Days DESCRIPTION:Have a blast on inflatables\, play giant games\, and try out crafts with the return of our popular free play sessions in Chandos Park\, for 0 – 12 yrs. All children must be accompanied by an adult. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/buckingham-play-days-4/ LOCATION:Chandos Park\, Chandos Park\, Buckingham\, Buckinghamshire\, MK18 1AJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250824T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250824T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T114054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T114055Z UID:10011105-1756040400-1756072800@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Bandjam DESCRIPTION:Bandjam is back on Sunday 24th August in the ‘Bull Ring’\, outside Jardines Pharmacy with a full nine hours of free\, live music that will rock the town Centre from 1pm – 10pm. More details will be released nearer the time. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/bandjam-6/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Roberts-Family-Band-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250825T173000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250825T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250505T142806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T142807Z UID:10012441-1756143000-1756146600@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Free Basketball Sessions DESCRIPTION:Free turn up and play Basketball sessions led by Coach Jenner take place at Chandos Park MUGA this summer for children aged 8 to 12 years of age. Please arrive early to sign in\, wear suitable footwear and don’t forget to bring a water bottle. All abilities are welcome! URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/free-basketball-sessions-8/ LOCATION:Chandos Park\, Chandos Park\, Buckingham\, Buckinghamshire\, MK18 1AJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250825T184500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250825T194500 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250505T144136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T144137Z UID:10012447-1756147500-1756151100@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Free Basketball Sessions DESCRIPTION:Free turn up and play Basketball sessions led by Coach Jenner take place at Bourton Park MUGA this summer for youths aged 12 years of age and above. Please arrive early to sign in\, wear suitable footwear and don’t forget to bring a water bottle. All abilities are welcome! URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/free-basketball-sessions-14/ LOCATION:Bourton Park\, Buckingham\, MK18 7AB CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250827T120000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250827T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250805T151424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T152701Z UID:10012454-1756296000-1756310400@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Art Unveiling and Art in the Market DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite residents to a special event celebrating public art in Buckingham. \n\n\n\nOn August 27th\, the Mayor of Buckingham will be unveiling a brand-new mural/art installation at the Council Chamber from 12:00 to 12:30pm. Town and County Councillors will also be in attendance to mark the occasion. \n\n\n\nFollowing the unveiling\, a free craft session will take place in the market from 12:45 to 16:00pm. \n\n\n\nThis craft activity is open to all\, and has been organised in response to the popularity of the previous ‘Art in the Market’ event held on 24th July. Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult. \n\n\n\nWe hope you’ll join us in celebrating local creativity and taking part in this community event. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/art-unveiling-and-art-in-the-market/ CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250906T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250906T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T115526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T144940Z UID:10011106-1757156400-1757170800@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Buckingham Dog Show 2025 DESCRIPTION:Organised by Buckingham Town Council.  Buckingham’s annual Dog Show will be held in Bourton Park on Saturday 6th September from 11am – 3pm. Registration starts at 11am and judging at 12pm. Classes are Cutest Puppy (5-12 months)\, Fabulous Fella\, Gorgeous Gal\, Best Rescue\, Dog Most Like Its Owner\, Golden Oldie (7yrs and over)\, Waggiest Tail\, and Junior Handler (16yrs and under). The winners of each class will then go through to best in show. Prizes will be awarded for each class. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClasses are £1.50 each (cash only). Registration forms will be available on the day and prior to the event. \n\n\n\nThis event is aimed at families and educating dog owners as well as having a fun dog show. The event will be held in the paddock in Bourton Park and this year is sponsored by Kimberley Cox Dog Training and Woofs and Washes \n\n\n\nhttps://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Dog-Show-Entry-Form-2025-2.pdf \n\n\n\nDownload the entry form using the link above if you’d like to print it yourself. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n Dog Show Entry Form 2025\n \n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n 177.43KB\n · \n 14 August 2025 URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/buckingham-dog-show-2025/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/3rd-Place-Dog.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250921T123000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T145623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T145624Z UID:10011117-1758448800-1758457800@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:River Rinse 1 DESCRIPTION:The first of this year’s River Rinses will take place on Sunday 21st September 2025 from 10am and will start from Cornwall’s Meadow car park. Stowe Sub Aqua Group members will be on hand to pull any debris from the river. Volunteers and members of Buckingham Town Council will litter pick along the riverbank and collect the debris found in the river. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/river-rinse-1-4/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/259-Events-River-Rinse.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251005T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251005T123000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T150024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T150025Z UID:10011118-1759658400-1759667400@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:River Rinse 2 DESCRIPTION:The second of this year’s River Rinses will take place on Sunday 5th October 2025 from 10am and will start from The Flosh on Station Road. Stowe Sub Aqua Group members will be on hand to pull any debris from the river. Volunteers and members of Buckingham Town Council will litter pick along the riverbank and collect the debris found in the river. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/river-rinse-2-5/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/464-River-Rinses.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251011T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251011T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250926T102036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T103239Z UID:10012535-1760187600-1760202000@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Buckinghamshire Community Energy Drop In DESCRIPTION:Beat the chill this Autumn / Winter! \n\n\n\nDrop in advice session and free energy-saving kit at Shopmobility (Cornwalls Meadows Car Park). \n\n\n\n\nEnergy efficiency\n\n\n\nRenewable energy\n\n\n\nCutting your fuel bills\n\n\n\nWarming your house URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/buckinghamshire-community-energy/2025-10-11/ CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251017T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251017T230000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20260108T122143Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T122144Z UID:10012545-1760706000-1760742000@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Charter Fair DESCRIPTION:The Charter Fair is returning to Buckingham on Saturday 17th and 24th October 2026 \n\n\n\nThe fair operated by Nichols Amusements will arrive in town on Friday 16th October to set up for Saturday 17th October with rides\, sideshows and stalls. It will then return on Friday 23rd October to set up for 24th October and a road closure for the town centre will be in place for both weekends.  There will also be a bus diversion in place for both weekends of the Charter Fair so if you use public transport on a regular basis\, check out the diversion notice. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/charter-fair-11/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Charter-Fair-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251018T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251018T230000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T120835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T092521Z UID:10011107-1760792400-1760828400@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Charter Fair DESCRIPTION:The Charter Fair is returning to Buckingham on Saturday 18th and 25th October 2025 \n\n\n\nThe fair operated by Nichols Amusements will arrive in town on Friday 17th October to set up for Saturday 18th October with dodgems\, sideshows and stalls. It will then return on Friday 24th October to set up for 25th October and a road closure for the town centre will be in place for both weekends.  There will also be a bus diversion in place for both weekends of the Charter Fair so if you use public transport on a regular basis\, check out the diversion notice. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/charter-fair-8/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Charter-Fair-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T193000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251023T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250926T102850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T102852Z UID:10012537-1761247800-1761255000@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Legacy in Action DESCRIPTION:Black history made local \n\n\n\nCelebrate Michael Hall of The New Inn and hear his son share the family’s inspiring legacy in our community. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/legacy-in-action/ LOCATION:Vinson Building\, University of Buckingham\, Vinson Building\, University of Buckingham\, Buckingham\, MK18 1EG CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251025T230000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T122224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T092328Z UID:10011108-1761397200-1761433200@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Charter Fair DESCRIPTION:Buckingham charter fair returns on Saturday 25th October 2025. The fair operated by Nichols Amusements will arrive in town on Friday 24th October to set up for Saturday 25th October with dodgems\, sideshows and stalls and a road closure for the town centre will be in place for both weekends.  There will also be a bus diversion in place for both weekends of the Charter Fair so if you use public transport on a regular basis\, check out the diversion notice. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/charter-fair-9/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Picture-22-charter-fair-bumper-cars.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251031T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251031T213000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T123043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T152814Z UID:10011109-1761935400-1761946200@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Halloween Disco DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a spooktacular evening of fun and frights as Buckingham Town Council’s annual Family Halloween Disco returns! This exciting\, family-friendly event will take place on Friday 31st October\, from 6.30pm to 9.30pm at the Lace Hill Sports & Community Centre. Everyone is invited to come in their best costumes and enjoy a night of music\, dancing\, and fun. Prizes for the best costumes – including adults! \n\n\n\nThis is a ticket-only event. Tickets for the Family Halloween Disco will be on sale nearer the time. Advance booking is highly recommended\, as this event tends to sell out quickly! \n\n\n\nDon’t forget to bring your own snacks\, drinks\, and even alcoholic beverages for personal enjoyment. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/halloween-disco-3/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Picture-9-Halloween-Disco.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251101T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251101T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T124302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T091856Z UID:10011110-1762020000-1762027200@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Bonfire & Fireworks DESCRIPTION:Buckingham Bonfire & Fireworks night on Saturday 1st November starting 6pm in Bourton Park. Free entry. Enjoy a fantastic fireworks display\, bonfire\, entertainment\, and local food vendors. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/bonfire-fireworks-4/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/348-bonfire-and-fireworks-2-scaled-e1668000683600.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251109T080000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T140612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T140613Z UID:10011111-1762675200-1762707600@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Remembrance Parade DESCRIPTION:The Buckingham Remembrance Day Parade is organised by the Royal British Legion and will be held on Sunday 9th November. The parade will form up on Market Hill before the procession moves off\, walking through the town centre towards Castle Street. The parade ends at St. Peter and St. Paul’s Church where the War Memorial is sited. A rolling road closure\, organised by Buckingham Town Council\, will be in place when the parade is on the move. \n\n\n\nMarket Hill will be closed from 9am until 12:30pm\, allowing the parade to form and disband. A rolling road closure will be in place from 10:15am for Market Square and Castle Street. The length of West Street from the junction with Western Avenue to Market Square and the High Street from the junction with High Street/Moreton Road. \n\n\n\nOnce the parade has reached St. Peter & St. Paul’s Church\, the rolling road closure will be lifted until the parade is ready to march back to Market Hill. Diversions will still be in place during this time. \n\n\n\nWe ask that motorists are patient\, and if possible\, avoid the town centre during the above times. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/remembrance-parade-5/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/443-Remembrance-Day-2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T130000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251115T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250926T102036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T103239Z UID:10012536-1763211600-1763226000@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Buckinghamshire Community Energy Drop In DESCRIPTION:Beat the chill this Autumn / Winter! \n\n\n\nDrop in advice session and free energy-saving kit at Shopmobility (Cornwalls Meadows Car Park). \n\n\n\n\nEnergy efficiency\n\n\n\nRenewable energy\n\n\n\nCutting your fuel bills\n\n\n\nWarming your house URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/buckinghamshire-community-energy/2025-11-15/ CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251116T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T142334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T142335Z UID:10011113-1763301600-1763308800@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Winter Fair DESCRIPTION:The Winter Fair will take place on Sunday 16th November from 2pm to 4pm at Lace Hill Sports & Community Centre. There will be lots of local handmade Christmas goodies\, refreshments and art and craft activities for the children to enjoy. The aim of the Winter Fair event is to bring the community together in a festive celebration and support local crafters\, groups and businesses. It will also be a great opportunity to start some Christmas shopping if you haven’t already. Please note\, there is a small £1 entry fee per adult with free entry for children. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/winter-fair-5/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Picture-23-Winter-Fair.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T160000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251127T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T143343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T161837Z UID:10011114-1764259200-1764270000@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Christmas Lights Switch On DESCRIPTION:The Christmas Lights Switch On will be taking place on Thursday 27th November from 4pm to 7pm outside The Old Gaol. Expect carols\, festive activities\, local food vendors\, an abundance of local stalls and live entertainment. The lights will be switched on by the Mayor of Buckingham. There is a link below to a digital copy of the event programme. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n Christmas Lights Switch On Programme\n \n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n\n 615.82KB\n · \n 24 November 2025\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n4PM – A warm welcome from the Mayor of Buckingham. \n\n\n\nGuests are invited to browse the festive market and charity stalls\, enjoy the street entertainment including the Buckingham Table Santa Van and a free children’s craft activity at the Chantry Chapel. There will be a quiet zone gazebo outside Specsavers. A number of shops remain open until 7pm this evening including shops based in Cornwall’s Meadow and Buckingham Hidden Quarter. Pop by to meet our friendly shopkeepers\, purchase presents\, and warm up! \n\n\n\n5PM – Stagecoach Buckingham will perform the songs ‘A Christmas Story’\, ‘I’m Not That Girl’ and ‘Merry Christmas Everyone’. \n\n\n\n5:20PM – 5:30PM – Christmas Lights Switch On ceremony. The Mayor of Buckingham will be joined by the Town Crier\, Patrick Laws\, and the Mayor’s Christmas Card contest winners\, Bonnie Bateman and Fleur Loxton. \n\n\n\n5:30PM – 6:15PM – Singalong Carols with the Great Horwood Silver Band. \n\n\n\n6:20PM – 7:00PM – Performance by Bucks Gospel Fellowship Choir. \n\n\n\n7PM – Closing words from the Mayor \n\n\n\nAccessibility Information: \n\n\n\nIf you are a wheelchair user there will be a limited accessible viewing area to the right of the main stage in Market Hill. Do look out for the signage or ask a Town Council marshal for directions. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/christmas-lights-switch-on-4/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Christmas-Lights-Switch-On.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251206T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250922T085235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T135343Z UID:10012455-1765015200-1765036800@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Small Business Saturday DESCRIPTION:From 10:00–11:00am\, local solo vocalist Amelia Barnard will perform outside the Council Chamber\, opposite Waitrose in the Cornwalls Meadow shopping centre. She will be followed by The Rock Project\, a lively children’s rock group from Milton Keynes\, performing from 12:00–1:30pm. Rounding off the celebrations will be Buckingham Ukulele Group\, a well-loved community favourite\, performing from 2:30–4:00pm. \n\n\n\nTwo community incentives will also launch on this day and run until 22nd December\, encouraging residents to shop locally this festive season. \n\n\n\nThe first is a Festive Swan Window Hunt\, aimed at children and families. Festive swans will be hidden in shop windows across the town. Trail sheets will be available from the Tourist Information Centre on the day and will also be handed out during the performances. Everyone who completes the trail will receive a small prize. All completed entries will also be entered into a prize draw to win fantastic prizes kindly donated by local businesses\, including: \n\n\n\n\nA three-month book subscription from Buckingham Bookshop\, where a personally selected book is chosen each month based on your literary tastes\n\n\n\nThree family swim vouchers and three soft play vouchers for The Swan Pool and Leisure Centre\n\n\n\n\nThe second incentive is a loyalty card\, designed to reward local spending. Each £5 spent at participating stores earns one stamp. Once your five stamps are collected\, return your completed card to any participating business or the Tourist Information Centre to be entered into a £100\, £50 and £25 Local Shopping Voucher prize draw. Participating businesses will be listed on the Buckingham Town Council website closer to the event. \n\n\n\nEvery small business represents someone’s dream and years of dedication. This Christmas\, we encourage everyone to shop local — explore Buckingham’s independent shops first for thoughtful\, unique\, and personal gifts. \n\n\n\nSmall Business Saturday Window Hunt Sheet – Buckingham Town Council \n\n\n\nBusinesses Participating in Small Business Saturday Stamp Card – Buckingham Town Council URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/small-business-saturday-2/ CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T104500 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T144936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T114356Z UID:10011116-1765622700-1765627200@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Christmas Parade DESCRIPTION:This event is organised by the Buckingham Christmas Parade Committee and sponsored by Buckingham Town Council. \n\n\n\nThe parade starts at 10.45am with pre-parade entertainment starting from 10.30am. \n\n\n\nThe Parade forms up on Chandos Road and makes its way through the town centre and back to Chandos Road. Floats\, walking groups and marching bands will make their way through Buckingham Town Centre and then back to Chandos Road. \n\n\n\nA road closure\, organised by the Town Council\, will be in place whilst the parade is taking place. There will also be a bus diversion\, so if you are a bus user\, please check the diversion route beforehand . \n\n\n\nThere will be free parking in Cornwalls Meadow car park whilst this event takes place\, courtesy of Buckinghamshire Council. \n\n\n\nThe Christmas Parade will be followed by the Community Fair\, at Buckingham Community Centre. Pop in to bag a Christmas bargain once the Parade has finished and support local charities. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/christmas-parade-6/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Picture-36-Christmas-Parade-Float.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T113000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251213T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20250326T144349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T161738Z UID:10011115-1765625400-1765634400@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Community Fair DESCRIPTION:The Community Fair is back again this year providing a valuable opportunity for local groups\, societies and charities to raise funds. The event will take place on Saturday 13th December 2025 from 11:30am – 2pm in Buckingham Community Centre after the Christmas Parade. There will be free parking in Cornwalls Meadow car park whilst this event takes place\, courtesy of Buckinghamshire Council. \n\n\n\nFrom Christmas decorations to crafting\, and calendars to chocolates there’s guaranteed to be lots of festive goodies you won’t find on the high street on offer\, and every purchase supports a local good cause. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/community-fair-6/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/455-People-at-Community-Fair.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260219T123000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20260108T120036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T120744Z UID:10012541-1771498800-1771504200@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Buckingham's Pancake Race DESCRIPTION:Get your frying pans ready! Our annual pancake race is back\, and we invite you to join us for this fun-filled tradition. It’s free to enter – just bring your frying pan\, apron and head scarf to take part! \n\n\n\nThe Pancake Race is a long-established event open to everyone. The day features a variety of traditional races\, with small prizes for all children participating and trophies for the race winners. \n\n\n\nEvent Schedule \n\n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday\, 19th February 2026\n\n\n\nTime: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm\n\n\n\nWhere: The Green outside St. Peter’s & St. Paul’s Church\n\n\n\nThe event will be officially opened by the Mayor\n\n\n\n\nRace Categories \n\n\n\n\n5 & Under\n\n\n\nAges 6–11\n\n\n\nAges 12–17\n\n\n\nAdult\n\n\n\nRelay\n\n\n\nWalking\n\n\n\n\nNot racing? There will be a pop-up Craft Tent where you can get creative! \n\n\n\nWe can’t wait to see you there! URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/buckinghams-pancake-race/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/468-Children-at-Pancake-Race-Consent-Given.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20260108T115052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T130920Z UID:10012540-1772272800-1772290800@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Buckingham Food Fair DESCRIPTION:The annual Food Fair will be held in Buckingham Community Centre on Saturday 28th February 2026 from 10am – 3pm\, showcasing lots of great stalls from local producers. If you would like a stall at this event\, please email office@buckingham-tc.gov.uk. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is the exciting line-up of confirmed traders: Brockleby’s Pies\, Chafor Wine\, Crafted by P\, Farmhouse Foods\, Foxdenton\, From Garden 2 Jar\, Garden Organic/Waste Busters\, Monty Booch\, Gusti Dall Italia\, Indian Orchard\, Jaccs Coffee\, Little Leafy Bees\, Manor Farm\, MKS Food\, Northampton Cheese Company (Friars Farm)\, NYC Cookies\, Pure Patisserie\, Replete Flatbreads\, Sizzlers\, Snacks of India\, Stanley’s Treats and the WI. \n\n\n\nWe will also ask everyone who visits this event to vote for their favourite dish from a Buckingham Restaurant or Cafe – so don’t forget to refresh your memories and visit Buckingham’s retailers in the run-up to the event. URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/buckingham-food-fair/ LOCATION:Buckingham Community Centre\, Cornwalls Mdw\,\, Buckingham\, MK18 1RP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/20230311_135656.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260326T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065613 CREATED:20260122T105603Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T102620Z UID:10012551-1774548000-1774555200@www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk SUMMARY:Buckingham's Annual Town Meeting DESCRIPTION:The Buckingham Town Council invites all residents and business owners to join us for the 2026 Annual Town Meeting. This is an informal interactive evening which is not structured round a formal agenda. \n\n\n\nWhat to Expect: \n\n\n\nThe hall will be arranged into several Discussion Tables\, each hosted by representatives from the organisations that help our town run every day. This is an informal space where you can drop in\, grab a coffee or tea and a biscuit\, and speak directly with the people shaping our local services. \n\n\n\nConfirmed Discussion Tables\n\n\n\nWe are pleased to announce that the following partners will be hosting tables to discuss their work and hear your views: \n\n\n\n\nHealth: Meet The Swan Practice and the Integrated Neighbourhood Team (INT) to see the latest plans and get updates on Buckingham’s new Health Centre.\n\n\n\nAsk Your Town Council: Speak with representatives from Buckingham Town Council.\n\n\n\nPolice: Meet with Thames Valley Police to discuss local policing and safety in our community.\n\n\n\nEnvironment: Come and meet the experts from the Environment Agency who will be on hand to discuss their work.\n\n\n\nLocal Economy & Skills: Meet the Head of Business Support from Buckinghamshire Business First (BBF).\n\n\n\nCommunity: Connect with the North Bucks Community Board and find out how they support local projects and fund initiatives across the region.\n\n\n\nCallum Anderson MP: Hear directly from our MP and ask questions about local matters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCommunity Stalls\n\n\n\nIn addition to the discussion tables\, you can browse stalls from local charities and community groups. It is a fantastic opportunity to see the incredible work happening right now in Buckingham. Confirmed stalls include: \n\n\n\n\nThe Buckingham Clothing Bank\n\n\n\nThe Family Hub\n\n\n\nThe Old Gaol Museum\n\n\n\nThe Buckingham Canal Society\n\n\n\nCitizens Advice\n\n\n\nA representative from Buckingham Town Council will be on hand to talk about the new cemetery and allotments.\n\n\n\nCouncillors who chair our various committees will be available to discuss the work of their committees\, and what they have acheived over the last year.\n\n\n\n\nWhether you want to discuss community safety or the future of our local healthcare\, there will be someone there to listen to your ideas and answer your questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details: \n\n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday\, 26th March 2026\n\n\n\nTime: 6:00pm – 8:00pm\n\n\n\nWhere: Buckingham Community Centre\, Cornwall’s Meadow\n\n\n\nCost: Free to attend (No booking required)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHave a question you want addressed? Keep an eye out for our Annual Online Forum\, launching soon\, where you can submit questions in advance! URL:https://www.buckingham-tc.gov.uk/event/buckinghams-annual-town-meeting/ CATEGORIES:Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR