September 2, 2026
Central Milton Keynes Beefeater restaurant to close after 46 years
Milton Keynes' Beefeater restaurant on Secklow Gate West will permanently close on September 10. Find out where to eat locally.
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September 1, 2026
Milton Keynes: £6m invested in road repairs this summer
Milton Keynes City Council spends over £6m on road resurfacing and surface dressing this summer, fixing 25 roads and improving journeys for…
September 1, 2026
Milton Keynes Fun Day to spotlight emergency services
Milton Keynes residents can meet local emergency services on 30 July at Conniburrow Community Field. Learn about safety and lifesaving skills.
September 1, 2026
Milton Keynes hosts robotics showcase for care sector
Milton Keynes City Council event on September 9 will explore robotics in health and social care, featuring innovations funded by £800,000 government…
September 1, 2026
Milton Keynes concert raises funds for Unity MK
Newport Pagnell church hosts a concert on September 19 to support homeless charity Unity MK. Tickets are available now.
September 1, 2026
Newport Pagnell Soapbox Derby Postponed to 2027
Newport Pagnell's annual Soapbox Derby has been postponed to 2027 due to insufficient cart entries, organisers confirm. Read on for details.
August 31, 2026
Milton Keynes launches new site to boost senior independence
Milton Keynes City Council and NHS launch Steady On Your Feet website to help older residents avoid falls and maintain independence.
August 31, 2026
Milton Keynes poet champions City of Culture 2029 bid
Milton Keynes poet Maureen Onwunali performs new poem for City of Culture 2029 bid at Reggae Land Festival. Discover the city's ambition.
August 31, 2026
Mrs Doubtfire musical to grace Milton Keynes Theatre stage
Milton Keynes Theatre welcomes the hit Mrs Doubtfire musical from June 8-27, 2027. Discover the hilarious and heartfelt story hitting the city…
August 31, 2026
Milton Keynes braces for thunderstorms and cooler weather
Milton Keynes faces a yellow thunderstorm warning until 10pm tonight. Expect cooler temperatures and rain throughout the weekend after recent heatwaves.