What's On in Your Parks
Organised by the Parks Trust
- 5 Ways Cafe at St. Andrew's ChurchVarious DatesCome along for a cuppa, a chat or a gentle guided walk, surrounded by friendly people at the 5 Ways Café in Great Linford Manor.
- Activity WeekVarious DatesNot sure what activity's for you? Our activity Week is a fun-filled five day course, including many of the activities we have on offer
- Adult Kayaking ClubVarious DatesOur Adult Kayaking Club is a great evening adventure, learning new skills under the watchful eyes of our qualified instructors
- Adult Paddleboarding ClubVarious DatesOur Adult Paddleboarding Club is a great evening adventure, learning new skills and developing your knowledge of Stand Up Paddleboarding
- Community Litter Pick: Caldecotte Lake28/03/2022On the last Monday of the month, we host community litter picks in one of our parks to encourage Milton Keynes residents to care for their neighbourhood
- Discover ArcheryVarious DatesPerfect for the complete beginner, our Discover Archery sessions are a fantastic introduction to this rewarding sport
- Discover KayakingVarious DatesTry your hand at kayaking with tuition from one of our qualified coaches in this 90-minute session
- Discover PaddleboardingVarious DatesDiscover one of the fastest growing watersports - Stand Up Paddleboarding - with tuition from one of our qualified British Canoeing Paddleboarding coaches
- Discover SailingVarious DatesDiscover Sailing is a 90-minute dinghy sailing session for beginners, suitable for adults and children aged over 8 years old
- Discover WakeboardingVarious DatesDiscover Wakeboarding is an ideal introductory session for those new to wakeboarding
- Discover WindsurfingVarious DatesDiscover the thrill of windsurfing with our introductory session led by one of our enthusiastic and qualified instructors
- Discovery Stroll: Great Linford Manor Park15/03/2022These walks are at a gentle pace, accessible to all and dementia friendly
- Easter Egg Hunt: Great Linford Manor Park25/03/2022Follow the clues and solve the puzzles on our free, self-guided trails to locate the Easter eggs hidden around the Manor Park. Suitable for KS1 and KS2 children.
- Junior Sailing ClubVarious DatesOur Junior Sailing Club is for children aged 8-15 years who want to get involved in sailing regularly
- MK Playday 202203/08/2022MK Playday is back for 2022, after having to be postponed for the last two years, this fantastic free day of play is scheduled to again take place this summer.
- Paddle Start Award (Kayaking)Various DatesOur Paddle Start Award (Paddleboarding) is a one day course where you will learn how to safely launch, paddle, control and balance your stand up paddleboard in different conditions
- Paddle Start Award (Paddleboarding)Various DatesOur Paddle Start Award (Paddleboarding) is a one day course where you will learn how to safely launch, paddle, control and balance your stand up paddleboard in different conditions
- Parks & Run: Great Linford Manor Park06/02/2022Participate in free fun runs every month with 3 different length routes available.
- Parks & Run: Ouse Valley Park06/03/2022Participate in our free monthly runs for all ages and abilities.
- RYA Start Sailing (Level 1)Various DatesThe RYA Start Sailing course is for participants aged 16+ who are looking to take their first steps in the sailing world
- RYA Start Windsurfing (Level 1)Various DatesA course for complete beginners, teaches you the basics of windsurfing using the right equipment
- RYA Youth Sailing Stage 1Various DatesLooking to learn a new sport and get out on the water? This five-day sailing course is designed to give participants an introduction and basic understanding of boat controls and sailing theory
- RYA Youth Sailing Stage 2Various DatesA follow-on course from Stage 1, this course allows participants to develop steering ability, rope skills and simple sail controls
- RYA Youth Sailing Stage 3 & 4Various DatesA course aimed at sailors with a good knowledge and competence (and a stage 2 certificate) looking to further hone skills whilst gaining a better understanding of the dynamics of a dinghy
- RYA Youth Windsurfing Stage 1Various DatesWant to try one of the most independent and rewarding water sports? Over five days, participants will learn tacking and gybing out on the water whilst gaining a better understanding of wind and weather in both practical and theory-based sessions
- Splash 'n' Play - Private hireVarious DatesOne hour of private hire is £150 for up to 20 children (and you can add additional children for just £5 each)
- The Big Garden Bird Watch29/01/2022Have you ever wanted to improve your bird ID skills to take part in a citizen science project? Now is your chance! Every year, the RSPB ask citizens of the UK to count their garden birds and contribute to country-wide data collection.
- Tree Planting at Howe Park WoodVarious DatesWould you like to take part in planting oak trees in the ancient woodlands of Howe Park Wood? Citizens across MK have been taking part in the challenge to grow oaks from acorns collected from our three ancient woodlands: Shenley, Linford and Howe Park Wood
- Tree Planting at Linford Wood09/02/2022Would you like to take part in planting oak trees in the ancient woodland of Linford Wood? Citizens across Milton Keynes have been taking part in the challenge to grow oaks from acorns collected from our three ancient woodlands: Shenley, Linford and Howe Park Wood
- Tree Planting at Shenley WoodVarious DatesWould you like to take part in planting oak trees in the ancient woodlands? Citizens across MK have been taking part in the challenge to grow oaks from acorns collected from our three ancient woodlands: Shenley, Linford and Howe Park Wood
- Tree TotsVarious Dates*Please purchase one ticket per person attending including adults and children* The 11am slot has returned in addition to the existing 10am slot
- Treetop Extreme - AdventureVarious DatesChoose from EITHER our Adventure level OR our Extreme level
- Treetop Extreme - ExplorerVarious DatesOur Explorer level is the perfect course for younger or more nervous adventurers
- Two hour practiceVarious DatesWork on your sailing or windsurfing skills in one of our two hour practice sessions, where an instructor will be on hand to give guidance
- Volunteer Wildlife Surveyor Annual Meeting31/01/2022An hour online or in person
- Walk & Talk: Discover Great Linford Manor ParkVarious DatesHave you ever wondered about the history of Great Linford Manor Park? Join the Friends of Great Linford Manor Park on a guided walk to discover the historic features of this unique site
- Walk & Talk: Wonderful Willen - A Sociologist's View02/02/2022Enjoy a guided walk around Willen Lake and the Tree Cathedral through a sociological lens!
- Women's Walking Network: Great Linford Manor Park03/03/2022Join our walks for women which take place on the first Thursday of every month
- Women's Walking Network: Tattenhoe Valley Park03/02/2022Our programme of monthly walks for women are a great way to discover Milton Keynes’ green spaces, socialise and enjoy the great outdoors
- Woof Walk: Shenley Wood26/03/2022Each month a member of our Ranger team leads a Woof Walk in one of Milton Keynes’ parks
- SOLD OUT! Workshop: Basket Making26/03/2022 - 27/03/2022Learn the ancient and incredible art of basket making using natural materials harvested from the parks in Milton Keynes
- Workshop: Introduction to Bushcraft - Whittling and Coppicing19/03/2022Have you ever wanted to know how to whittle using natural materials? Join us on Saturday 19th March at Elfield Nature Park to find out how!
Other events in our parks
- Create and Play Outdoors: Great Linford Manor Park03/02/2022 - 15/12/2022Artist-led sessions for 0-5s and their parents or guardians.
- The Milton Keynes Rose Corporate Pancake Race 202201/03/2022Taking place on Shrove Tuesday, 1st March 2022, the Milton Keynes Rose Project Team are calling on local businesses and organisations to take on the challenge of a pancake day relay race in Campbell Park.
