The Lion, The Witch & The Wycombe 🦁

Good morning, Wycombe!

It’s the Wycombe Pulse. Your local weekly newsletter that’s prepared to declare Sandal Season if the barometer hits 20° this weekend.

I hope you guys like looking at toes.

We’ve got a smorgasbord of fun stuff this week:

• Ricky Gervais is hitting the Swan 🤭

• Murder Mystery at Missenden Abbey… 💀

• Live brewing at Wycombe’s newest brewery 🍻

Plus we’ve got all the Easter holiday fun for the kids, live music, wellness moments, cultural events and much more.

Editor’s Highlights

• History on our High Street Walking Tour on Friday 11th April at 10am — a FREE walking tour to discover Wycombe’s High Street, starting at Pann Mill and ending at the Museum 🏛️

• High Wycombe & District MRX25 Model Railway Exhibition at Cressex Community Centre on Saturday 12th April from 10am-4.30pm — explore the quality and inspirational layouts of Wycrail 🚂

• Pink Moon Moonlight Swim at Wycombe Rye Lido on Monday 14th April at 8.30pm — swim under the moon and stars ✨

• Wine & Cheese Evening at Lloyd’s Wines on Friday 11th April at 7.30pm — a flight of 5 wines plus 5 paired cheeses 🍷🧀

• Easter Concert by the Bisham Concert Band and HW Glee Club at Wycombe Abbey School on Sunday 13th April at 3.30pm — in aid of South Bucks Hospice 🎶

Time for You 🧘🏻‍♀️

• Pink Moon Renewal Relaxation Evening at Penn Street Village Hall on Friday 11th April at 7pm — breathwork, gentle somatic stretching, guided meditation and sound bath.

• Easter Dried Flower Workshop at Peterley Manor Farm on Wednesday 16th April at 6.30pm — make your own dried floral wreath for Spring.

• Vintage, Vinyl & Pre-Loved Pop-Up Boutique at The Front Room on Saturday 12th April from 10am-4pm — stalls packed with goodies plus guest DJs and FREE entry.

• Paint & Sip at The Crown, Penn on Wednesday 16th April at 7.30pm — with local artist Jennie Roberts.

• Marlow Men’s Den at Marlow Library on Friday 11th April at 11am — a FREE weekly social club in a relaxed and friendly drop-in session.

• Morning Pottery Workshop at Great Missenden Memorial Hall on Saturday 12th April at 9.30am — you’ll be making a pair of jugs. Editor’s note: get your mind out of the gutter 😉

Entertainment

• Ricky Gervais - Mortality at Wycombe Swan on Tuesday 15th and Wednesday 16th April — he’s back!

• Murder Mystery at Missenden Abbey on Saturday 12th April at 7pm — expect a 3-course meal, work out the whodunnit, and even dress like its the 1920s… 🔪

• Disney Quiz at O’Neill’s on Thursday 10th April at 7.30pm.

• Fish & Chip Night at the Bricklayers Arms on Friday 11th April from 4-9pm — all your chippy faves!

• Cabaret with Beardre Barlow at O’Neill’s on Friday 11th April at 9pm.

• Musical Bingo at The Snug on Sunday 13th April at 9pm.

• Vinyl Night at the Mad Squirrel on Thursday 10th April at 8pm.

• Talk Sport Quiz at Yates on Sunday 13th April at 6.30pm.

Live Music 🎶

• Plum Thief at The Phoenix on Saturday 12th April at 7pm — with Quarter Zips and Crimson97.

• Radio Generation: Back in the Night at Wycombe Arts Centre on Saturday 12th April at 8pm.

• Chequers Folk at The Barn, Great Kingshill on Wednesday 16th April at 8pm — featuring The Wick Trimmers and friends.

• At the Belle Vue: Kindred Spirit on Friday; Ear Candy on Saturday; and an Acoustic Jam on Sunday

• At the Mad Squirrel: Tal Jones on Friday at 8pm and Tom Wackett on Saturday at 8pm.

• The Daydream Collective at O’Neill’s on Saturday 12th April at 9pm.

• An Evening with Matt Woods at Kingsmead House Concerts on Wednesday 16th April at 7pm.

The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe Review

We had the pleasure of attending the opening night of The Lion, The Witch And The Wardrobe last night at the Wycombe Swan.

This is one of the most creative and enjoyable adaptations of CS Lewis’ book that I’ve ever seen — actor-musicians performing live music throughout, breathtaking puppetry, an amazing ensemble cast, and just altogether an enchanting treat for both children and adults.

Read my full review here.

What’s on for the Kids?

• Palm Sunday Service at St Paul’s Church, West Wycombe on Sunday 13th April at 10.30am — with 2 donkeys in attendance! 🫏

• Easter Party at Wycombe Rye Lido on Saturday 12th April from 11am — splashes, music and Easter surprises!

• Easter Bunny Meet & Greet at TGI Fridays on Wednesday 16th April at 11am.

• Marsh & Micklefield Big Local Children’s Community Day at Micklefield Community Centre on Saturday 12th April from 12-4pm — a FREE event for local families with John Jonny entertainment, special guests, selfie booth, glitter bar and braiding, crafting, egg hunt and much more.

• Easter Party at Little Gym on Wednesday 16th April at 2pm — gymnastics fun, Easter Bunny meet-n-greet and animal handling.

• Little City Easter Animals Special Event at Hughenden Village Hall on Monday 14th April at various times — the usual Little City role play plus an animal encounter experience.

• Tiny Talk Time at Wycombe Museum on Friday 11th April at 10am — crafts and museum fun based on ‘Can’t Take an Elephant on the Bus’ 🐘

• Animal Antics Village Trail at Roald Dahl Museum on Friday 11th and Thursday 17th April at various times — a tour around the Dahl sights of Gt Missenden with storytelling along the way.

• Bring a Friend Easter Workshops at Arka Learning on Friday 11th and Wednesday 16th April at various times — FREE, fun and engaging creative writing workshops.

• Discover & Make: Trick Your Eyes or Your Mind? at Wycombe Museum on Tuesday 15th and Wednesday 16th at various times — make your own Victorian optical illusions.

• Nurture Nature Garden Club in Terriers on Mondays (from 14th April) at 10am — a garden club for 1-4 year olds to explore growing, nature and more.

Ongoing Easter Holiday Events

• Egg-stroadinary Easter Adventure at the Hellfire Caves to Monday 21st April.

• Little Farmers at Peterley Manor Farm to Saturday 19th April.

• Family Fun Fair on The Rye to Monday 21st April from 12-7pm.

• Spring into Easter at Odds Farm Park to Monday 21st April.

• School of Hop Easter Egg Hunt at Cliveden (National Trust) to Monday 21st April

• The Animals of Manor Wood Easter Egg Hunt at Hughenden (National Trust) to 21st April.

• Family crafting sessions at The Walled Garden until Thursday 17th April.

• At The Front Room: Pot Painting & Sunflower Seed Planting on Thursday 17th April at 11am; Easter Sponge Cake Decorating on Wednesday 16th April at 11am; and Terrarium Workshop on Thursday 10th and Tuesday 15th April at 11am.

For the Parents

• The Mum Club Brunch Club at The Beech House on Thursday 10th April at 10am — brunch, hot drinks, tote bags, play area, photography and more!

• Mini First Aid Class at Wycombe Judo Centre on Saturday 12th at 10.30am and at John Lewis on Wednesday 16th at 5pm — 2-hour baby and child first aid class, covering CPR, choking, burns, Meningitis, seizures and more.

• Easter Mini Photoshoots at the Walled Garden on Saturday 12th April from 9am-5pm — 30 minute slots with Sophie Bruce Watt, image packages available 📸

• Motherhood and Loss: A Sanctuary for Healing, Connection & Renewal in Loudwater on Friday 11th April at 1pm.

Fancy a Short Drive?

• Marlow Spring Festival at Liston Court Gardens on Saturday 12th April from 10am-3pm — FREE entry for an Easter Egg hunt, Duck Pond Market, Easter Bunny, kids’ crafts and live music.

• Bourne End Community Market at the Community Centre on Saturday 12th April from 10am-2pm — 70 stalls, an Easter Egg hunt, and more!

• English Civil War Weekend at Chiltern Open Air Museum on Saturday 12th to Sunday 13th April — meet the soldiers, try on the armour and look at the weapons, and learn all about life during the Civil War in the 17th century.

• Wine on the Water at Bourne End Marina on Friday 11th April at 5pm — a 2-hour wine tasting river cruise to Marlow where they captain will show you the famous homes and interesting places along the way.

• Qigong in the Park at Higginson Park, Marlow on Saturday 12th April at 10am — everyone is welcome, meet by the cricket pavilion.

Culture Vultures

• History of Vogue Magazine at Hedgerley Memorial Hall on Wednesday 16th April at 8pm — a fresh look at the last 100 years through the eyes of the British Vogue editors.

• Butterflies of the Night at Holy Trinity School Cookham on Tuesday 15th April at 7.30pm — join Wild Cookham as a local expert talks all about moths 🦋

• The Livery Companies of London at the Fitzwilliams Centre, Beaconsfield on Saturday 12th April at 2pm — a talk by Mike Beech for the Beaconsfield Historical Society.

The Long View

Dates for your diary 🗓️

• Women & Girls Softball Festival at HW Cricket Club on Monday 21st April — you can sign up as a team or as an individual, open to all ages and abilities over 11. Complimentary breakfast included 🏏

• Fisheye Film Festival Launch at BNU on Thursday 24th April — the launch of the festival celebrating the ‘best of the fest’ over the last decade 🎬

• Sushi & Wine at Daws Hill Vineyard on Saturday 26th April — learn how to hand roll your own Sushi and pair some wine to go alongside 🍷🍣

• The Real Life Live Drawing Event at The Front Room on Saturday 3rd May at 7am — unleash your inner artist for a unique live drawing experience ✍🏼

Sports and Activities

FOOTBALL

⚽️ Wycombe Wanderers vs Stevenage at home on Saturday 12th April: KO 12.30pm

RUGBY

🏉 Girls Tag Rugby for Years 4-6 every Wednesday in April and May from 6-7pm at High Wycombe Rugby Club.

RUNNING

🏃🏻‍♂️ Parkrun 5km on The Rye (meet at the Lido) at 9am on Saturday 12th April

🏃🏻‍♂️ Junior Parkrun 2km on The Rye (meet at Pann Mill) at 9am on Sunday 13th April

🏃🏻‍♂️ Risborough Run In The Park at Wades Park on Sunday 13th April at 9am

HORSE RIDING

🏇🏼 Chiltern Ride at the Christmas Tree Barn on Sunday 13th April from 10am-1pm — a ride through the Chiltern Hills with excellent views and (optional) jumps.

MARTIAL ARTS

🥋 Free Martial Arts workshop for ages 12-16 with Gods of War at Wycombe Arts Centre on Monday 14th April at 9.30am.

Community Notes

TOWN CENTRE EVENT: Wycombe Youth Action presents #BreakingBarriers to Knife Crime on Saturday 12th April from 12-4pm. Expect guest speakers, graffiti art, and live performances.

INCLUSIVE CYCLING: Active in the Community Bucks is launching inclusive cycling sessions at the Little Marlow Athletics Track, every Saturday (from 12th April) at 12.30-2.30pm. They will have a wide range of adapted cycles to try, wth all ages and abilities welcome.

VOLUNTEERING: West Wycombe Baby & Toddler Group needs more volunteers to ensure its future — it’s been running for over 50 years! They currently run every Wednesday morning in term time.

Business News

The Eden Centre have chosen their 3 finalists for their Startup to Store competition: Baked By Marie, Chapel House Fragrances & Coffee Snobs. You can vote for your favourite on Saturday 12th April from 11am-2pm outside Boots.

Weather in Wycombe

Guys, I’m going for it. I’m busting out the BBQ.

Friday

🌤️ 21°C - 💨 8 mph - ☂️ 5% chance

Saturday

🌤️ 20°C - 💨 17 mph - ☂️ 10% chance

Sunday

🌤️ 15°C - 💨 19 mph - ☂️ 40% chance

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Steph

Publisher and Editor, Wycombe Pulse