Linslade Canal Festival
Schedule
Sat, 25 Jul, 2026 at 11:00 am
UTC+01:00Location
Tiddenfoot Waterside Park | Leighton Buzzard, EN
Advertisement
Join us for a day of waterside celebration as the popular Linslade Canal Festival returns to Tiddenfoot Waterside Park.This free, family-friendly event celebrates the heritage, wildlife and community life of our local waterways, bringing together live entertainment, traditional crafts, canal boats and activities for all ages.
Set alongside the Grand Union Canal and the beautiful lake at Tiddenfoot, the festival offers visitors the chance to explore the area’s rich canal heritage while enjoying a lively summer festival atmosphere.
What to expect
Historic boats and canal life
Along the canal towpath you’ll find a colourful display of working, historic and trade boats moored alongside visiting pleasure craft. Many of the boats host traders selling handmade goods and canal-themed gifts, offering a unique glimpse into life on the waterways.
Traditional crafts and demonstrations
Watch skilled craftspeople demonstrate traditional countryside trades such as wood carving, hurdle making, stained glass work and other heritage crafts. These demonstrations highlight the skills and craftsmanship that have long been associated with rural life and canal communities.
Live music and entertainment
Enjoy live music throughout the day from local performers and folk-inspired acts on the main stage. Roaming entertainers and smaller acoustic performances around the park add to the relaxed and friendly festival atmosphere.
Family activities
There is plenty to keep younger visitors entertained, including:
* A traditional children’s funfair
* Hands-on workshops and storytelling sessions
* Nature-based activities and discovery areas
* Informal entertainment around the site
Food, drink and stalls
A wide range of food and drink stalls will be available throughout the park, alongside craft stalls, local traders and community organisations sharing information about local projects and environmental initiatives.
A celebration of our waterways
The Linslade Canal Festival celebrates the importance of canals to the history, environment and communities of Leighton-Linslade. Whether you’re browsing the towpath stalls, enjoying live music, learning a traditional craft or simply relaxing by the water, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
Would you like to take part in this years Linslade Canal Festival?
Whether you’re a trader, performer, or community group, we’d love to hear from you. Visit our website to apply.
Advertisement
Where is it happening?
Tiddenfoot Waterside Park, Tiddenfoot Waterside Park, The Wharf, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2AE, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.
