Buckinghamshire History Festival 2025
2025-11-07T16:18:20Z
November is a special time for history lovers in Buckinghamshire, as the county’s rich past comes alive during the 10th annual Buckinghamshire History Festival. Organised by Buckinghamshire Archives, this month-long celebration showcases the very best of our local heritage, and there’s truly something for everyone.
Whether you’re a history buff, a curious family, or simply looking for a new way to explore Bucks, the festival has plenty to enjoy. Take a step back in time on a historic walk, watch traditional corn milling demonstrations, or join one of the online talks if you prefer to explore from the comfort of home. For those with a creative streak, there are also performances and workshops that bring history to life in unexpected ways.
The festival isn’t just about looking back—it’s a chance to connect with the people and places that make Buckinghamshire so unique. From small villages to bustling towns, each event offers a glimpse into the stories, skills, and traditions that have shaped our county.
Here’s a taste of what’s on offer this year:
Mk Archaeology Day
MK Archaeology returns on Saturday the 1st of November, 10am to 4pm in the Church of Christ the Cornerstone, Milton Keynes.
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Saturday 1st November
📍 Church of Christ the Cornerstone, 300 Saxon Gate West, Central Milton Keynes, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK9 2ES, United Kingdom
💷 Free
🔗 Learn More
Guided Walk – The Early Development Of Amersham Old Town
Amersham Museum presents this fascinating walk, led by a guide, around old Amersham. Discover the historic buildings and the interesting stories of the people who lived in and shaped the town in the past.
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Sunday 2nd November
📍 Amersham Museum, 49 High Street, Old Amersham, Buckinghamshire, HP7 0DP, United Kingdom
💷 £6.50
🔗 Learn More
Marlow 7
Get ready for an exhilarating 7-mile journey through the stunning countryside of Marlow!
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Sunday 2nd November
📍 Marlow High Street
💷 £21
🔗 Find Out More
Marlow Half Marathon
Join us for the 37th edition of the iconic Marlow Half Marathon!
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Sunday 2nd November
📍 Marlow
💷 £27
🔗 Find Out More
Significant Signatures: Autograph Letters From The Waddesdon Archive
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Sunday 2nd November
📍 Waddesdon Manor, Waddesdon Manor, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP18 0JH, United Kingdom
💷 £27
🔗 Find Out More
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The Frankenstein
The 3rd edition of a thrilling multi-terrain race named in honour of Mary Shelley’s novel “Frankenstein” which she completed whilst living in Marlow
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Sunday 2nd November
📍 Marlow
💷 £32
🔗 Find Out More
Villiers Hotel Wedding Fair
Whether you’re newly engaged or ticking off the final touches, come and meet hand-selected suppliers, explore the spaces, and get inspired!
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Sunday 2nd November
📍 Villiers Hotel Buckingham
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At War's End Exhibition
Explore how Buckinghamshire has marked the end of wars from 17th – 20th century
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Thursday 6th November
📍 Wycombe Museum
🔗 See More Info
CWGC Tour – Buckingham Cemetery
Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for this free tour of Buckingham Cemetery
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Friday 7th November
📍 Brackley Road Cemetery, Buckingham
💷 Free
🔗 Explore This Event
CWGC Tour – Halton Churchyard
Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for this free tour of Halton (St Michael) Churchyard
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Saturday 8th November
📍 St Michael’s Church, Halton
💷 Free
🔗 See More Info
CWGC Tour – Bletchley Cemetery
Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for this free tour of Bletchley (Manor Road) Cemetery
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Sunday 9th November
📍 Bletchley (Manor oad) Cemetery, Stratford, MK
💷 Free
🔗 Find Out More
Remembrance Parade
The Buckingham Remembrance Day Parade is organised by the Royal British Legion and will be held on Sunday 9th November
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Sunday 9th November
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Peter Rabbit™ At The Museum
Come along on Saturday 15th November and meet everyone’s favourite mischievous rabbit
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Saturday 15th November
📍 MK Museum
🔗 Explore This Event
The Archives At Amersham
The archives team will be visiting Amersham Museum and bringing some of their favourite Amersham documents with them
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Saturday 15th November
📍 Amersham Museum
🔗 Find Out More
Historic Pubs In And Around Bourne End
Stay in your seats and go on a pub crawl in and around Bourne End
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Thursday 20th November
💷 £4
🔗 Learn More
An Introduction To Palaeography
Join the archive team for this free workshop on palaeography – the skill of deciphering the written text of the past.
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Friday 21st November
📍 Buckinghamshire Archives, Aylesbury
🔗 See More Info
Toddler Takeover Day
Under 5’s are invited to take over Amersham Museum! Toddlers will have a chance to be a Curator, Cleaner, Collections Officer and work at the front desk.
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Friday 21st November
📍 Amersham Museum
💷 Free
🔗 Find Out More
The Nine Railway Stations Of Aylesbury
Join David Lane, local railway historian, for an illustrated talk on the complex history of the eight or is it nine railway stations that have served Aylesbury
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Saturday 22nd November
📍 Aylesbury Quaker Meeting House
💷 £2
🔗 Learn More
Mary Does Marlow
Join Marlow’s very own ‘Mary Shelley’ for a monstrous town tour and discover its many creepy connections
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Thursday 27th November
📍 Portland Alley, Marlow
💷 £12
🔗 Find Out More
Potions, Plants, And Physic: 17th Century Secrets In The Museum Garden
Take a journey back to the 17th century apothecary’s garden, where the plants were grown to heal
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Thursday 27th November
📍 Amersham Museum
💷 £10
🔗 Learn More
Stories From The Archives
Join Callum, our Community Engagement Officer, as he takes you on an exclusive tour of the archives and reveals some of the exciting stories that have been hiding in our collection
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Thursday 27th November
📍 Buckinghamshire Archives, Buckinghamshire Archives, Walton Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP20 1UU, United Kingdom
💷 Free
🔗 Explore This Event
History Of College Lake
Join us to discover the story of College Lake.
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Friday 28th November
📍 College Lake, Tring
🔗 See More Info
Ink, Pens And Paintbrushes; Writing History At Hughenden
The long and impactful use of pens and paintbrushes at Hughenden from Disraeli's influence to the significant work of World War II mapmakers.
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Saturday 29th November
📍 Hughenden Manor
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Historic Corn Milling Day
Come and discover how the miller plied his trade 200 years ago in Quainton Windmill. See how the mill worked, how the mill has been restored, and how corn was ground – dependent on the wind of course!
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Sunday 30th November
📍 Quainton Windmill, Quainton Windmill, The Green, Quainton, Buckinghamshire, HP22 4AR, United Kingdom
💷 Free
🔗 Explore This Event
Lacemakers At The Museum
Come and see the traditional craft of bobbin lacemaking in action at Amersham Museum
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Sunday 30th November
📍 Amersham Museum
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Suffragists, Bodgers, Mosquitos, And Goals
In this guided walk, hear about local women’s struggle for equal rights, discover the industry that made Wycombe famous throughout the world, learn about the town’s serial criminal, and why Wycombe Wanderers score in the Guinness Book of World Records
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Sunday 30th November
📍 Godstowe Prepatory School, High Wycombe
💷 Free
🔗 Learn More
So, whether you’re planning a day out with the family, a solo adventure, or a cosy online learning experience, Bucks Heritage Month is the perfect excuse to celebrate the county’s fascinating past. Keep an eye on the Buckinghamshire Archives website for the full programme and make sure to join in the fun—there’s no better time to rediscover Buckinghamshire!
