Bucks Free Press
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Frustration' as government approves 330 green belt homes after planning battle
Beaconsfield Beeches Park 330-home green belt development has been approved by the Government's planning inspectorate.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Pub that serves 'absolutely delicious' food gets new hygiene score
A popular Chesham pub has received a new hygiene score following a recent inspection.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Sarah Green MP: 'Preserving what makes our communities so special'
Buckinghamshire Council is in the process of drawing up their “Local Plan”; a document created by Local Authorities in consultation with the community to guide where future developments should be located
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Passengers warned as Bucks railway line to close for track upgrades
Passengers have been warned as a Buckinghamshire railway is set to close for track upgrades.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Burnham artist raises awareness of endangered gorilla through her work
Burnham artist Gemma Jones is raising awareness of the critically endangered Cross River gorilla.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Immersive light art exhibition set to open at Waddesdon Manor
Waddesdon Manor is hosting immersive light art exhibition, the Four Seasons.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Andrew Lloyd Webber’s CATS heading to Milton Keynes
Andrew Lloyd Webber’s musical CATS is heading to Milton Keynes.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000TV presenter Professor Alice Roberts coming to Wycombe Swan
BBC television presenter Prof Alice Roberts is set to bring her new stage show to High Wycombe’s Swan Theatre.
Sun, 22 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Iconic 90s thriller comes to stage in Milton Keynes
Single White Female will play at Milton Keynes Theatre from Tuesday, April 21 to Saturday, April 25.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 21:13:51 +0000Large emergency response as police close off Wycombe road
A High Wycombe road has been closed off as police and firefighters attend an incident
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 13:06:13 +0000Thousands turn out for Eid celebration in High Wycombe park
Thousands of people turned out to celebrate Eid at a High Wycombe park with a free breakfast and ice cream.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Plans to demolish house and build 19 flats hampered by parking concerns
Plans to demolish a house on Marlow Hill in Wycombe and replace it with 19 flats will need to return to a planning committee after councillors were unable to make a decision.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000Police officer who sent 'sexualised and misogynistic' messages avoids dismissal
A Milton Keynes-based TVP officer has avoided dismissal after taking part in "sexualised and misogynistic" conversations in a WhatsApp group.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:50:33 +0000Entry ban for Bucks property amid 'persistent antisocial behaviour'
An entry ban has been put in place at a Chesham property amid "persistent" antisocial behaviour issues.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000'Denounce' Tory leadership stance and support Muslim community call for council boss
The leader of Bucks Council has been called on to "denounce" statements by Conservative Party leadership and to support the county's Muslim community.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000Young dancer says goodbye to mum after battling to bring body back from Tunisia
A young dancer said goodbye to her mother on Thursday after winning a herculean battle to bring her back from Tunisia
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Happy Anniversary! Celebrating 35 years of Amersham Museum
THIS month the Museum is celebrating a special anniversary. On Saturday 23 March 1991, the Museum was officially opened at 49 High Street by Earl and Countess Howe. £163,700 had been raised by the community and it was a great credit to all those inv...
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Old photos: A look back at High Wycombe from 100 years ago
With the main nostalgia article describing the foundation of High Wycombe Rotary back in 1926, it is an opportune time to take a look at Wycombe town centre as it was 100 years ago. Here are a few pictures of the town as it was back then, these are t...
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000A bit of an investigation reveals yet another forgotten Marlow tea room
I AM indebted to the records left by Michael Eagleton for the gist of this article. About ten years ago Michael was sent three small snapshots by Claire Coltman who lived in Sturminster Newton in Dorset.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Country pub once named as the best in the UK gets new hygiene score
A Buckinghamshire pub that has been regarded as one of the best in the country has received a new hygiene score.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Leisure centre to celebrate 50th anniversary with 1970s themed weekend
A leisure centre is set to celebrate its 50th anniversary with a 1970s‑themed community weekend later this month.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Tracing thistory of Rotary Club of High Wycombe in centenary year of town club
This year the Rotary Club of High Wycombe is celebrating one hundred years of service to the town since its formation in 1926. Over the next few months, I will be tracing the history of the club and describing examples of its achievements.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000'This has not happened to us before' - Film crews seen at High Wycombe restaurant
A popular Nepalese restaurant in High Wycombe is set to make an appearance on the big screen as a film crew was spotted at its premises.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 15:36:31 +0000Essential inspections on 'crucial' railway bridge successfully carried out
Inspections have been successfully completed on a key Bucks railway bridge.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 14:09:46 +0000Two properties closed down by police due to 'persistent' problems
Two properties have been closed down by police due to persistent anti-social behaviour.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Planning round up: Hospital changes approved and Marlow extension
Plans to changes to Wycombe General Hospital have been given the go ahead.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 14:34:17 +0000Drug driving arrest in High Wycombe road safety crackdown as 23 motorists dealth with
A drug driving arrest has been made as part of a road safety crackdown in High Wycombe.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000JD Wetherspoon reveals plans to open up to 35 new pubs across the UK
JD Wetherspoon currently manages 794 pubs and has 16 franchise locations across the UK
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000'Do not eat' warnings issued to shoppers at Lidl, Tesco, Ocado and more
Customers who have purchased any of the affected items are advised to take note of the possible health risks and follow the official guidance
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000‘Sporadic’ meningitis cases could appear elsewhere in UK, health leader warns
It comes as the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) said the number of cases linked to the outbreak has reached 29, up from 27 previously.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000'My son almost died from meningitis but these quick actions saved his life'
Gaynor Simpson faced every parents' worst nightmare when her son was left fighting for his life with sepsis and meningitis
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000National Trust announces Easter trails in Berkshire and Buckinghamshire
Berkshire and Buckinghamshire National Trust sites are hosting Easter Trails for the whole family.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Enjoy Easter family fun at Odds Farm Park this spring
Odds Farm Park, near Beaconsfield, will host its annual Spring into Easter event from Saturday, March 28, to Sunday, April 12.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Latest planning applications in the Buckinghamshire area
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Buckinghamshire Council, featuring proposals for home extensions, new agricultural buildings, changes to dwelling use, and details related to larger developments.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000The Pantomime Awards 2026 coming to Wycombe Swan
Cinderella, Dick Whittington and Sleeping Beauty are among the nominees at this year’s UK Pantomime Awards.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000The charming Buckinghamshire village named UK's best affordable commuter hotspot
The Buckinghamshire village of Iver has been named among the UK's best affordable commuter hotspots.
Sat, 21 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Stunning shots as Bucks Free Press camera club welcomes spring
Bucks Free Press Camera Club members have been making the most of the first real signs of spring, capturing stunning scenes as sunshine returned across the county this week.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:30:00 +0000Plans to demolish Revolution and replace it with flats refused
Plans to demolish Revolution in Beaconsfield and replace it with a block of 29 flats have been refused.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Pavement closure to remain for over a year despite concerns
Pedestrians in High Wycombe say they are being put at risk by a long‑term pavement closure on Oxford Road that’s expected to stay in place for more than 18 months.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000Bucks town named in Sunday Times 2026 best place to live list
Bucks locations, Amersham, Milton Keynes, and nearby Cookham have been featured in the Sunday Times best places to live guide for 2026.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Women's institute celebrates 100th anniversary with visit from MP
Taplow and Hitcham WI branch has celebrated its 100-year anniversary with cake and a visit by a Bucks MP.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000Bucks town Wetherspoon pub plans to extend opening hours
Marlow Wetherspoon Grand Assembly JD Wetherspoon pub is planning to extend its opening hours.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:55:23 +0000Man, 22, arrested on suspicion of false imprisonment
A man has been arrested on suspicion of false imprisonment after preventing a woman from leaving an Aylesbury property.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 15:04:53 +0000WATCH: Cleaning business goes viral for cleaning 'dirtiest' bus stop in Bucks town
A High Wycombe cleaning company has gone viral after they were spotted cleaning one of the ‘dirtiest’ bus stops in Buckinghamshire.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 14:34:39 +0000'Their bravery has been vital' - Police praise victims as rapist jailed for 24 years
The police have paid tribute to the victims of rapist James Bubb, who have each released a victim impact statement.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 13:19:00 +0000Volunteer Met Police officer who raped child is given hefty jail term
A former volunteer Metropolitan Police officer from Chesham who raped and sexually assaulted a child has been jailed for 24 years.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 12:24:03 +0000Conditional plans approved for Wycombe Hospital as development takes place
A key planning condition for the construction of a new building at Wycombe Hospital has now been formally approved by Buckinghamshire Council, clearing the way for the next stage of the development.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 11:21:28 +0000Inquest into crash that killed two young men to take place this summer
The inquest into two people who were killed in a car crash in High Wycombe is due to take place this summer.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 10:44:48 +0000Traffic chaos on M40 as road due to 'overturned vehicle'
Heavy delays are expecting along the M40 near High Wycombe due to an 'overturned vehicle'. We will bring more on this as we get it.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 09:58:51 +0000PAPER PREVIEW: Inside this week's Bucks Free Press (March 20)
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