Bucks Free Press
Wed, 27 May 2026 07:36:09 +0100Live-Trains cancelled or delayed in High Wycombe
Trains are cancelled or delayed for up to 45 minutes following a trespass incident in High Wycombe
Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Historic pub and thriving off-licence among properties for sale in High Wycombe
A thriving off-licence, a historic pub and a potential development site.
Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bucks council leaders clash in war of words over roads and secrecy
The leader of Buckinghamshire Council has defended his administration’s record after a heated exchange with the Liberal Democrat opposition.
Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Residents 'devastated' comments as ice cream van goes from The Rye after 30 years
There has been an outpouring of sadness on social media after Lisetta's ice cream van lost its pitch at The Rye.
Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100High Wycombe 13-year-old wins national boxing title in his first competition
A 13-year-old boxer has become a national champion in his very first competition.
Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'A very welcoming place' - Reaction as Bucks town named one of UK's friendliest
Shoppers, residents and visitors have all had their say after Marlow was named one of the country’s friendliest towns.
Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Inappropriate' homes plan by elite school rejected over green belt concerns
Plans by one of Britain’s most prestigious independent schools to build homes in the Green Belt have been thrown out by Buckinghamshire Council.
Tue, 26 May 2026 17:31:34 +0100Heat Health warning issued for South East during heatwave
A heat-health alert has been issued for the South East as temperatures rise, with warnings of significant health impacts.
Tue, 26 May 2026 12:35:56 +0100Inside former M40 Wetherspoons left untouched months after closure
A divisive Wetherspoons pub which closed after almost 12 years in business, remains empty months after shutting its doors.
Tue, 26 May 2026 11:40:39 +0100Thames Valley policeman denies death by dangerous driving of woman
A police officer accused of hitting a woman while responding to an emergency call has denied causing her death by careless driving.
Tue, 26 May 2026 20:00:00 +0100Much-loved TV presenter Johnny Ball talks about maths and memories at event
Guests at a Marlow Inner Wheel anniversary tea were entertained by much-loved children's presenter Johnny Ball, who shared stories from his colourful career.
Tue, 26 May 2026 19:55:24 +0100Woman walks away with MINOR injuries despite serious car crash on motorway
There were delays along the M4 between High Wycombe and Reading because of a car crash.
Tue, 26 May 2026 18:52:13 +0100High Wycombe teenager arrested following launch of murder investigation
A teenage boy from High Wycombe has been arrested following the launch of a murder investigation in Reading.
Tue, 26 May 2026 16:51:48 +0100Car owner 'shaken' after vehicle catches fire when entering Buckinghamshire town
The owner of a car that caught fire in High Wycombe said he was “shaken and shocked” at how his vehicle was engulfed in flames “so quickly”.
Tue, 26 May 2026 13:38:34 +0100'Genuinely pretty' Buckinghamshire town named one of the most friendliest in the UK
One of the world’s most popular travel websites has named Marlow as one of the six friendliest towns in the United Kingdom.
Tue, 26 May 2026 13:13:32 +0100Reason given why popular High Wycombe gym is set to close for one day this week
The Gym Group in High Wycombe will temporarily close for one day this week to allow for a refresh of the facilities.
Tue, 26 May 2026 10:17:42 +0100Thunderstorms to hit Buckinghamshire as yellow weather warnings issued
Buckinghamshire residents have been warned of thunderstorms as yellow warnings are issued.
Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Construction set to start on almost 200,000 sq ft in Bucks town
Work is set to start to construct almost 200,000 square feet of industrial and logistical space in a Bucks town.
Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100New nursery officially opens at independent school
A new nursery has officially opened at a Buckinghamshire town school.
Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hundreds attend Wycombe Wanderers' Picnic on the Pitch event
More than 300 people gathered at Adams Park on Monday (May 25) as Wycombe Wanderers hosted their first-ever Picnic on the Pitch event
Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Work underway to relaunch popular WWII café in new location
A 1940s-themed tea room is being brought back to life thanks to a wave of community support.
Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Wycombe craft centre to close doors for final time
A longstanding craft centre is closing its doors for the final time.
Tue, 26 May 2026 19:21:45 +0100Driver caught at 60mph by automatic camera on motorway is banned from the roads
A Buckinghamshire driver who was caught by an automatic camera at 60mph on the M4 in Gloucestershire has been banned from the roads.
Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Well-known bookshop celebrates 25 years of trading in Iver
Pemberley Books, a natural history and entomology bookseller, has spent a quarter-century at its 1930s mock-Tudor premises in Iver.
Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Supermarket giant calls on Bucks residents to nominate area to get new store
A supermarket giant is calling on shoppers to help shape its next wave of store openings.
Tue, 26 May 2026 05:05:00 +0100Care provider marks 10th anniversary with community celebration
A care provider has marked 10 years of delivering support with a community celebration.
Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Dispute resolution specialist joins Buckinghamshire firm
A dispute resolution specialist has joined a Buckinghamshire legal and professional services business.
Tue, 26 May 2026 20:00:00 +0100Tennis club takes part in fun run carrying rackets
Gerrards Cross Tennis Club brought a novel twist to this year's Family Fun Run.
Tue, 26 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100Ex-policeman faces misconduct hearing over alleged relationship with junior colleague
A Bucks police officer will face a misconduct hearing next month.
Tue, 26 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100Thinking about solar panels? A new scheme opens in Wiltshire
Energy costs are rising — and households across Wiltshire are looking for ways to take back control. A new solar scheme is now open, giving homeowners in the region the chance to generate their own clean electricity at genuinely competitive prices.
Tue, 26 May 2026 14:34:39 +0100High Wycombe fire: Burnt car on Marlow Road
Good afternoon, welcome to our live coverage after a fire appears to have occurred in High Wycombe.
Tue, 26 May 2026 07:36:30 +0100High Wycombe set to be as hot as a holiday destination
High Wycombe is forecasted to be as hot as a sunny holiday destination, according to the Met Office.
Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Research reveals only one in five Bucks kids eat five-a-day
New research from Tesco has revealed that only one in five Buckinghamshire children are eating their recommended five-a-day.
Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100See inside the 'truly exceptional' Beaconsfield residence on sale for £3.5m
A 'truly exceptional' six-bedroom Beaconsfield residence is on the market for £3.5m
Mon, 25 May 2026 11:54:01 +0100Hundreds pay tribute after Lisetta's ice cream van loses pitch at The Rye
Residents have been left "heartbroken" after news that a popular High Wycombe ice cream van had lost its pitch at The Rye.
Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Row escalates over Buckinghamshire special free school plans, as MPs respond
A growing political row is continuing after the Government decided not to fund a special free school in Buckinghamshire.
Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Tortoise returned home after 2 day escape to sewage treatment works
A tortoise has been returned home safely after a brief but memorable adventure.
Mon, 25 May 2026 22:42:05 +0100Murder investigation launched as 58-year-old man is arrested
A 58-year-old man has been arrested following the launch of a murder investigation.
Mon, 25 May 2026 17:04:30 +0100WATCH: Residents told to evacuate their homes as HUGE fire reported in Bracknell
Residents in Bracknell are being told to evacuate following a huge fire which is currently being tackled.
Mon, 25 May 2026 16:20:10 +0100Major roadworks to get underway on busy Buckinghamshire road as residents warned
Motorists have been warned as major works are set to begin on a busy Buckinghamshire road.
Mon, 25 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100Charity founded to help people receives National Lottery grant
A charity has received its first-ever grant to support its work.
Mon, 25 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100Re-opening date confirmed for popular town centre pub
A re-opening date has been confirmed for a popular High Wycombe pub.
Mon, 25 May 2026 14:46:20 +0100Farmer thought sheep's invite for film starring Hugh Jackman in Bucks was a scam
A farmer who initially thought a request for his sheep to appear in a Hollywood film was a scam has told how the role brought him to Buckinghamshire, with filming taking place at Pinewood Studios and on location near Marlow.
Mon, 25 May 2026 13:28:58 +0100Dog show cancelled with just hours to go after social media backlash amid hot weather
A Bucks dog show has been cancelled just hours before it was due to start after backlash from pet owners amid the hot weather.
Mon, 25 May 2026 12:20:21 +0100Hundreds flock to High Wycombe for Frogfest on hottest weekend of the year
Hundreds of people flocked to High Wycombe town centre as FrogFest XTRA returned over the Bank Holiday weekend, with record temperatures adding to the lively atmosphere.
Mon, 25 May 2026 11:33:18 +0100Met Office issue warning as 'historic' heatwave hits the UK
The Met Office has issued a warning as a "historic" heatwave hits the UK this bank holiday weekend.
Mon, 25 May 2026 09:24:49 +0100Remembering one of Marlow's favourite sons in Michael Eagleton
FEW people become so closely woven into the identity of a town that their name instantly brings back memories, stories and familiar places. Michael Eagleton was one of those rare people
Mon, 25 May 2026 09:14:18 +0100High Wycombe's history hiding in plain sight
When walking about the town, we all tend to look only at the shop fronts, rarely if ever looking up to see the upper levels of a building. But that is where the history of the building might start to reveal itself.
Mon, 25 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100M40 drink driver among those sentenced at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court
A drink driver who was caught on the M40 is among those who have been sentenced at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court.
Mon, 25 May 2026 14:19:06 +0100Family's 'devastation' as dog gone for two years amid ongoing theft problem
A Chalfont St Peter family whose beloved dog vanished more than two years ago have spoken of their “devastation” as new figures reveal dog thefts remain a persistent problem across the UK.