Dunstable Town Guides

30/05/2026

🏰✨ PUBLIC WALK – THE HIDDEN PRIORY ✨🏰

📅 Sunday 31st May
🕥 10:30am

Join one of our founding guides, Tony Woodhouse, for a fascinating journey into Dunstable’s medieval past!

🤔 Have you ever wondered what Medieval Dunstable looked like?
⛪ Ever wanted to walk across the site of the hidden Augustinian Priory?

Step back in time and discover the lost history of Dunstable Priory, uncovering stories and secrets hidden beneath the Priory meadows

📍 Meeting Point: Outside Priory House

💷 Tickets:
👨 Adult: £5.00
👧 Child: £2.50

🎟️ A few spaces are still available – no need to book, just turn up!

🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️ Come and explore the hidden heart of medieval Dunstable with us!

28/05/2026

A child of the powerful Douglas clan in 16th-century Scotland, and a niece of Henry VIII of England. Said to be a beauty when she was young, in later years, aunt and mother-in-law to Mary Queen of Scots and cousin to the unpredictable Elizabeth Tudor.

Lady Margaret Douglas - ‘Who do you think you are?'

If you want to find out, book a ticket for a Tea Time Tale at Grove House on Thursday, 4th June at 2.30pm here https://www.dunstable.gov.uk/event/tea-time-tales/

10/05/2026

Just a short cut, a way to keep your feet dry?

A bridge is much more than that.

From the earliest natural bridges to the most complex modern structures, these marvels of engineering can entertain and astound, a testament to human ingenuity and engineering prowess.

To hear all about The World of Bridges book a Tea Time Tale on Thursday 14th May, at
https://www.dunstable.gov.uk/event/tea-time-tales/

13/01/2026

Hi, I’m Len, a retired racing greyhound. I’ll be appearing in person at Tea Time Tales on Thursday 22nd January.
Do come along and listen to my story, from my racing career to my life as a pet.
Also, find out why we Greyhounds are the fastest dogs, learn about our history, see me race, meet me afterwards and ask me questions!
All fees raised will go to Whittingham kennels, a registered Charity for retired racing greyhounds.
To book your ticket, go to https://www.dunstable.gov.uk/event/tea-time-tales/

01/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who came along to the Priory Church to celebrate Bedfordshire Day with us – it was wonderful to share the day with you all! 💛💙

A special thank you to John Chatterley for the fantastic photos. 📸🙏

29/11/2025

29/11/2025

Who lost the Swan Jewel? Talk starting soon

29/11/2025

Watch the BBC interview with Maxine Miller who found the swan jewel on a dig in 1965

29/11/2025

Bedfordshire Day at the Priory Church 🎉

Join us today at the Priory Church as we celebrate Bedfordshire Day with a fascinating spotlight on the Swan Jewel – a rare medieval treasure discovered on the site of the Dominican Friary in Dunstable.

Come along to:
🦢 Hear the story behind the Swan Jewel
🏰 Discover its connection to Dunstable’s medieval past

Perfect for history lovers, families, and anyone curious about Bedfordshire’s hidden stories.

📍 Priory Church, Dunstable
📅 Today – Bedfordshire Day

24/11/2025

This festive season, discover the ghostly side of Dunstable with a guided Christmas ghost walk! Starting outside the historic Priory Church, you’ll wander the winter streets while hearing chilling tales, eerie legends, and spine-tingling stories that bring the darker side of Christmas to life.

Wrap up warm, bring a lantern or torch, and prepare for a magical yet mysterious evening filled with history, hauntings, and holiday spirit. Perfect for families, friends, or anyone who enjoys a ghostly twist on Christmas traditions.

This festive season, discover the ghostly side of Dunstable with a guided Christmas ghost walk! Starting outside the historic Priory Church, you’ll wander the winter streets while hearing chilling tales, eerie legends, and spine-tingling stories that bring the darker side of Christmas to life.