Festive Lap

The Festive Lap is at Linford Wood on Thursday 10 December, one of the Parks Trust's festive events for the season. The format is simple: families are invited to walk a festive route around the wood wearing their best Christmas jumper, with hot chocolate and a mince pie waiting at the end. It's a low-pressure way to get out into the fresh air with the kids before the Christmas rush really kicks in.

It's part of a wider Christmas in Milton Keynes programme that the city is framing as bringing a magical glow to the area, with twinkling lights, traditional carol singing, crafting workshops and ice skating aimed at families and adults alike. The Festive Lap fits right into that — a bit of walking, a bit of dressing up, and a treat to look forward to when you're finished.

There's also a local charity connection to keep in mind. Harry's Rainbow is a Milton Keynes charity founded by Odette Mould MBE after the death of her son Harry and his twin brother. It supports bereaved children and their families across the city and the surrounding area with support groups, trips and fundraising events. The charity marked its 15th anniversary in 2026, having supported more than 1,000 bereaved children since 2011, and is commemorating the milestone with special 'Cheers to 15 Years' cups.

If you're planning to go, the walk starts at 12:00 at Linford Wood, and tickets start from £5.94.