Bucks Free Press
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Buckinghamshire pub crowned Food Pub of the Year at national awards
A Hazlemere pub has been recognised on the national stage after being named Greene King's Food Pub of the Year.
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100From 47 stone to High Wycombe bodybuilding championship contender
High Wycombe is set to host an inspiring bodybuilding debut when a man who once weighed 47 stone takes to the stage after an extraordinary weight-loss transformation.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Joy Morrissey: 'I voted against the Assisted Dying Bill again'
As I write this, Parliament has just risen for the conference recess. While MPs have left Westminster, my work does not stop
Mon, 28 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100One-acre Marlow plot with planning permission goes on sale
A one-acre plot of land in Bovingdon Green, Marlow with full planning permission has been put up for sale for £2 million.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:12:00 +0100National Trust garden wins national design award
A national award has been given for the transformation of one of Britain's most iconic formal gardens, the Long Garden at Cliveden.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Buckinghamshire pub recognised at Great British Pub Awards
The Honey Bee in Trenchard Street has been recognised at a national awards ceremony, with judges praising its hospitality, charity work and local connections.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:23:52 +0100Desborough Road - Old photos of one of High Wycombe's well-known streets
The main nostalgia article considers the history of one of Wycombe’s long forgotten chairmaking factories, that of J Cecil Smith, which was located in Desborough Road.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:15:27 +0100History: Six decades of Chesham’s international cultural links
As you drive into Chesham a sign declares that Chesham is twinned with Friedrichsdorf in Germany, Houilles in France, and Archena in Spain.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:10:13 +0100Rock legend Jim Capaldi: One of Marlow's famous sons
LAST week, we followed Jim Capaldi to Marlow and the house that became his home. We heard how the Old Parsonage came into his life almost by chance, and how, over more than three decades, it became the centre of family life, friendships, music and me...
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 18:05:54 +0100High Wycombe History - All but forgotten furniture firms
Today, in the 21st century, those of us interested in the history of the town’s furniture industry, usually look at the large, more famous companies like Gommes, Nicholls & Janes, and Glenisters.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 16:29:54 +0100Woman dies after insect bite developed into weeping wounds containing maggots
A Winnersh man says his family was left devastated after his wife died following months of suffering that began with what appeared to be a simple insect bite.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 14:54:33 +0100High Wycombe chip shop handed new hygiene rating following inspection
A High Wycombe takeaway has been handed a food hygiene rating of three following an inspection by Buckinghamshire Council.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 12:41:48 +0100Suspected fly-tipping van seized in Buckinghamshire crackdown
A van believed to have been linked to a fly-tipping investigation has been seized in Buckinghamshire as authorities continue their crackdown on environmental crime.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 10:18:53 +0100Dispersal order returns to village following ASB and pony and trap reports
A dispersal order has been introduced in Chalfont St Peter following reports of anti-social behaviour linked to pony and trap racing on a major Buckinghamshire road.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Beaconsfield author to publish debut children's book
Beaconsfield author Trudie Thomas will release her debut children’s book, Rory Bean and the Reluctant Ghosts.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Six hearing clinics in Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire rebrand
Six hearing clinics across Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire have rebranded under the House of Hearing name.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Chiltern museum appeals for £50,000 to rebuild ageing Iron Age roundhouse
Chiltern Open Air Museum is raising funds to rebuild a key piece of its historical education programme.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bucks Free Press Camera Club: Feathered favourites
This week's selection from the Bucks Free Press Camera Club showcases the birds of Buckinghamshire through a series of striking photographs.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Award-winning Elvis tribute artist to perform in Wycombe
An award-winning tribute artist is bringing Elvis Presley back to the stage.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:02:00 +0100Aylesbury ice rink to become Narnia winter wonderland for Christmas
Aylesbury's only real ice rink is set for a magical Christmas Narnia makeover.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Aylesbury site manager wins award for Redrow development
Henry Goodall, an Aylesbury site manager has won a top industry award for his outstanding work.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Care home residents enjoy accessible Thames cruise from Henley to Marlow
A riverside cruise on the River Thames has brought smiles to Shelburne Lodge care home residents.
Sun, 27 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100£3.6m Bourne End home has far-reaching countryside views
A five-bedroom country house in Bourne End, Buckinghamshire is on the market with a guide price of £3.6 million.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100How many Buckinghamshire homes have not upgraded broadband speeds?
Buckinghamshire homes are feeling the strain of slow internet as the number of connected devices continues to climb.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:01:00 +0100High Wycombe exhibition reimagines Christ through disability
A new exhibition is inviting visitors to reimagine the image of Christ through the lens of disability and human vulnerability.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Women put off Milton Keynes Redways by poor lighting and overgrowth, cyclists warn
A Milton Keynes cycling group has warned that poor lighting, overgrown vegetation and debris on the city’s Redways are putting people off using them, particularly women.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:09:17 +0100Heathrow Airport sets new 2039 target for third runway
Heathrow Airport, which lies across the Buckinghamshire and Berkshire border, has pushed back the expected opening date of its proposed third runway by four years to 2039.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:46:13 +0100M40 driver reported after using emergency access route
A driver has been reported for several offences after being stopped by police for allegedly using an emergency services access route to bypass traffic near the M40.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 09:42:55 +0100Man, 27, who allegedly tried to flush drugs down the toilet, arrested
A 27-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of drug offences following the execution of a warrant in Aylesbury.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Town celebrates Best Kept Village success as sign installed at annual event
A Buckinghamshire town celebrated its success in the Buckinghamshire Best Kept Village competition at an annual event.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Planning round up: Wycombe HMO, Marlow extension and Amersham garage conversion
A house in High Wycombe can be converted into a six-bedroom house in multiple occupation (HMO) without a planning application, Buckinghamshire Council has confirmed.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100Tom Kerridge reveals chain restaurant he loves
Michelin-star chef Tom Kerridge of Marlow has revealed the surprising chain restaurant he loves, praising Nando's for its value, healthier menu options and family-friendly appeal.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:01:00 +0100Ward Thomas announce acoustic show in Milton Keynes
Ward Thomas will bring an acoustic show to The Stables in Milton Keynes.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Five-bedroom Gerrards Cross home built in 2020 listed for more than £1.5 million
A five-bedroom house on Oval Way, Gerrards Cross is on sale for more than £1.5 million.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bingo Loco bringing DJs and dance-offs to High Wycombe
Bingo Loco is bringing its high-energy bingo party to Old Town Hall in High Wycombe this October.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Lucy Worsley to reveal royal stories at Wycombe Swan live show
A royal evening of stories, secrets, and history is coming to the stage at Wycombe Swan.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Smash-hit musical announces 10th anniversary tour stop in Wycombe
Smash-hit musical Everybody’s Talking About Jamie will soon take centre stage in Wycombe.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100ALL planning applications made in Buckinghamshire last week
All the planning applications submitted to Buckinghamshire Council over the last week.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Strictly star Karen Hauer joins musical cast for Wycombe Swan tour date
Singin' in the Rain will be coming to Wycombe Swan theatre in 2027.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0100Agatha Christie classic set for week-long Milton Keynes run
A new theatrical adaptation of The Hollow will run at Milton Keynes Theatre from January 19 to 23, 2027.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0100Scottish musical celebration heading to Buckinghamshire stage
Ceilidh will arrive at High Wycombe Old Town Hall from November 18 to 22.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Brewery tour serves up taste of 46 years of beer making
Located in Terrick, the Chiltern Brewery resumed its monthly tours in 2024 following a long break.
Sat, 26 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Buckinghamshire drivers warned as diesel hits new highs - cheapest fuel revealed
Buckinghamshire diesel prices reach 196.1p a litre, nearing the 2022 record, as petrol rises. See the cheapest local forecourts and AA fuel duty warning.
Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:10:31 +0100Pub outlines changes made after receiving 1 food hygiene rating
An Amersham pub was handed a one food hygiene score following an inspection, though the pub says improvements have since been made.
Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100In the dock: Man jailed for three weeks after stealing £200 Moncler beanie
Here are the latest cases heard in Wycombe and Slough magistrates' court...
Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Wycombe shop ordered to remove bright red shutters now asks council to let them stay
A High Wycombe shop ordered to remove its bright red security shutters has applied for permission to keep them.
Fri, 25 Sep 2026 13:29:33 +0100Man, 28, arrested for 'assault and strangulation' after incidents in Oxford
A 28-year-old man from Milton Keynes has been arrested on suspicion of multiple violent offences which occurred in Oxford.
Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:30:00 +0100Buckinghamshire school celebrates latest Ofsted report
A Buckinghamshire school is celebrating following its recent Ofsted report.
Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Wycombe Abbey marks 130th anniversary with colour run
Wycombe Abbey pupils, staff and families continued the school’s 130th anniversary celebrations with a Colour Run.
Fri, 25 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100Historic Wycombe church could be demolished for a new church and 22 affordable flats
A High Wycombe church building that has served its community for more than 120 years could be demolished and replaced with a new church and 22 affordable studio flats.