To Love, Laugh & Learn

From a night at the theatre to a wholesome day spent enjoying the Roald Dahl museum, scroll through our list of entertainment and trips out in The Chilterns and begin planning forever-cherished memories.

  • A large red brick mansion with a well-maintained garden in front, featuring flower beds, statues, and steps leading to the entrance.

    Hughenden Manor

    Set in the unspoiled Chiltern valley with views of ancient woodlands and rolling hills, Hughenden Manor was the home of the Victorian Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli and his wife Mary Anne. Inside the manor, you can discover the top-secret Second World War operation codenamed “Hillside”.

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  • White building decorated with yellow and blue pennant flags, featuring a mural of a character with a crown holding a scepter and a briefcase, and the words 'FLUSHBUNKINGLY GLORIUM' written in red on the facade.

    Roald Dahl Museum

    The Roald Dahl Museum, a great little family attraction in Great Missenden, the heart of Roald Dahl Country. Experience a World of Imagination — a Day Like No Other. Uncover the Genius of Roald Dahl Through Hands-on Exhibits and Creative Workshops.

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  • An old stone mansion with multiple gabled roofs, surrounded by trees and a green lawn, under a partly cloudy sky.

    Greys Court

    Grey’s Court is a National Trust owned country Tudor house; it has an ever-so homely feel, with the previous owners’ original belongings still filling every room. The gardens are beautiful and a must-see.

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  • A person in a red shirt is holding a calf's head on a green grass field, with another calf observing nearby

    Countryways At Road Farm

    Countryways CIC was formed in May 2014 to enable the benefits of being on a real, working farm to be shared more effectively with others. It is separate to the working farm business run by the Knight family since 1957, now in the capable hands of David Knight.

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  • Map showing various cultural or historical sites marked with purple icons, across a region including Oxford, Abingdon, Wallingford, Reading, Maidenhead, and surrounding areas in the UK.

    The Chilterns Society Walks

    Tasked with protecting, conserving and promoting the Chilterns, the Chiltern Society helps with maintaining the Chilterns, whether that be keeping 2,200 miles of footpaths and bridleways clear, or promting the heritage of the Chilterns through their annual Heritage Festival.

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  • Miniature park depicting a castle, bridges, water features, and scaled-down buildings and boats, surrounded by lush greenery and walking paths.

    Bekonscot Model Village & Railway

    Discover a miniature world of charming buildings. Located in Beaconsfield, it’s the world's oldest original model village. It opened for the first time in 1929. You can expect gardens, a children's play area and a ride-on railway.

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  • Rowers competing in a boat race on a river with boats and spectators on the shoreline, tents, and green hills in the background.

    Henley Regatta

    The famous and prestigious Henley Regatta is truly an experience; in 2025, it is taking place in July for 6 days of action-packed racing. The general public can choose an enclosure to watch from, one requires a ticket and the other requires none!

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  • A smiling man wearing a Jo Jo's Vineyard jacket standing outdoors in a vineyard with hills and trees in the background.

    Chiltern Safari (Vineyard Tours)

    Access boutique vineyards within the Chilterns. Meet the local producers and enjoy the breathtaking views. The Northern Chiltern ‘Blue Line’ Tour is the first one up and running, with more vineyard tours to follow. Indulge in local wines and soak up unique experiences tailored for you.

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  • Cover of a travel guide titled 'The Chilterns & the Thames Valley' with a scenic landscape of countryside, houses, and rolling hills in Britain.

    A Slow Guide To The Chilterns

    The Chilterns and the Thames Valley (Slow Travel) celebrates this charming, popular English region. Written with intimate detail and insider tips by two locals, it is the only guidebook to provide in-depth coverage of this region. Why not follow along and discover new and recommended places?

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Interior of a modern, multi-level theater with rows of orange seats and wooden wall accents.

Evening Shows

  • Exterior view of Wycombe Swan, a theater or performance venue with a brick facade, glass entrance, and signage, with a tree in the foreground.

    The Wycombe Swan

    Located in the nearby town of High Wycombe, the Swan is a medium-sized theatre that hosts a wide range of performances, from world-famous comedians, to a yearly pantomime.

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  • Interior view of a theater with red seats, ornate gold detailing, and a closed curtain on stage.

    The Rex

    Situated in Berkhampsted, this is an art-deco cinema, with it first opening to the public in 1938. Boasting the sharpest film projection and clearest non-booming sound anywhere in the world, The Rex shows a large variety of movies.

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  • Modern circular building with tall vertical windows and an oval roof, featuring an eye-shaped sculpture at the entrance.

    Aylesbury Waterside Theatre

    Opened in 2010, the Aylesbury Waterside Theatre is a state-of-the-art theatre which welcomes West End and touring musicals. From stand-up comedy to river dance shows, Christmas pantos and Legally Blonde will be making it’s way here in 2026!

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A table set with a teapot, glasses of champagne, small plates of food, macaroons, and a two-tiered serving tray with cookies and other treats. There are also white vases with dried flowers and small potted plants.

Afternoon Tea, Anyone?

  • Three-tiered stand with assorted desserts and sandwiches, including strawberries, cakes, and pastries, set on a table in a dining setting.

    Afternoon Tea At Missenden Abbey

    Enjoy an elegant afternoon tea in the breathtaking 12th-century Abbey. Spend a lovely afternoon enjoying a mouth-watering treat filled with fresh sandwiches, petit fours, freshly baked scones, tea & coffee. This magnificent Abbey is closing on Sunday, the 5th November, make sure you go before it’s sold!

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  • A small building with a glass and wood conservatory attached, outdoor seating with white chairs and tables, and a gravel yard under a partly cloudy sky.

    Lady Grey Traditional Tea Room

    If you’re on the lookout for a cream tea in a cosy, traditional, family-run tea room, Lady Grey’s in Wendover is a delightful local business to visit. If you find yourself planning a walk around Wendover woods or other Chilterns walks, such as Coombe Hill, this is a convenient place to start or finish your journey.

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  • A long wooden table set with plates, forks, and knives, with a multi-tiered tray filled with assorted sandwiches, scones, strawberries, and desserts, suggesting a high tea or dégustation event. People are standing around the table.

    Curiositea Rooms

    Curiositea Rooms have an excellent array of pastries, cakes and breakfasts. Located in Pitstone - LU7 9EY, at The Natural History Museum - Tring and at Leighton Buzzard Railway - Page’s Park.

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  • A pizza topped with chicken, cherry tomatoes, green peppers, fresh herbs, and dollops of ricotta cheese, served on a white plate.

    Where To Eat

    Great Missenden is full of fabulous cafes and restaurants to satisfy any palette, personally tried and tested by us.

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  • Exterior of a traditional British pub called Crown Inn with a Union Jack flag, brick walls covered in green and purple flowering vines, and outdoor benches.

    Where To Stay

    We have curated a small list of accommodation for your consideration when staying in The Chilterns, offering B&B’s to large self catering homes.

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  • A modern train at a large, arched train station with a high, ornate glass ceiling, passengers with luggage, and a station employee.

    How To Get Around

    Being close to London there are a lot of travel options in The Chilterns, all major airports are nearby, you have Chiltern Railways and local bus and taxi services to help you navigate your way around each day.

    Travel Options
  • Black Mercedes-Benz taxi car parked on a gravel lot with green trees and bushes in the background.

    At Your Service, Kingshill Cars

    Kingshill Cars is working alongside the Heart Of Chilterns to provide you with Amazing Chiltern Taxis services, as well as Chilterns experiences that you will never forget. Kingshill Cars will be available on the road 24 hours a day to provide you with a comfortable journey, wherever you decide to see!

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