Bucks Free Press

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
High Wycombe pub licence proposal amid £277k revamp and rebrand
The Spindle and Thread High Wycombe pub has applied to change its licence amid a £277,500 transformation, revamp and rebrand.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
28-home proposal withdrawn for land behind pub after years of planning battle
A plan for a 28-home development on land behind a Great Missenden pub has been withdrawn after years of applications at the site.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bucks has been told to take 95k new homes — Now we’re fighting to protect our county
Buckinghamshire Has Been Told to Take 95,000 New Homes — Now We’re Fighting to Protect Our County

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bucks Camera Club members capture brilliant bright bird pics
For this week’s Bucks Camera Club spread, we have chosen six photos of the brilliant birds around us.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
DVLA £1,000 fine warning ahead of change coming to UK roads in March
The DVLA have warned not following the rules could result in a failed MOT and a £1,000 fine

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Tesco, Lidl, Farmfoods & more UK supermarkets issue recalls & 'do not eat' warnings
Items sold at Tesco, Lidl, Farmfoods and TK Maxx and more UK supermarkets have been recalled with “do not eat” warnings in place.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
When Marlow's historic bridge was nearly falling down
As regeneration work is underway in Marlow again to repair its famous bridge, this week we take a look back into the archives to remember previous times.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Modern five-bed eco home in Buckinghamshire village on sale for £1.95m
Located in Hollow Way Lane, Chesham Bois, near Amersham, the property was built in 2005 and is listed for sale with a guide price of £1,950,000.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Latest planning applications in and around Buckinghamshire
Here are the latest planning applications validated or decided by Buckinghamshire Council over the past week, including proposals for home extensions, tree works, new dwellings, and infrastructure improvements.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Asda, Tesco, Boots & more issue recalls as customers given safety warnings
Asda, Boots, TK Maxx, Tesco, Morrisons, Waitrose, and Hobbycraft are among the UK retailers warning shoppers to stop using these products “immediately”

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The 'excellent' and 'cosy' Buckinghamshire pizza spot that is a local hidden gem
Pizza restaurant, Da Luca in Buckinghamshire, has been described as "excellent" and "cosy" by happy guests. Find out why.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:50:00 +0000
Aylesbury yellow lines are preventing residents from parking outside their homes
Residents of a street Aylesbury are calling on the council to remove yellow lines they say are preventing them from parking outside their homes.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Flood alerts remain in place over Buckinghamshire Thames town
Flood alerts remain in place over Marlow after weeks of wet weather.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Fears for safety on path on The Rye as residents warn council for years
Women are avoiding a dark path on The Rye for fear of their safety after residents warned the council for more than three years about the lack of lighting.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 13:35:35 +0000
Recap: M40 traffic normal after 'rolled over car crash'
There is traffic on the M40 southbound, High Wycombe to Beaconsfield, after traffic was stopped following a crash which saw a car roll over between J3 and J2.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 07:28:46 +0000
PAPER PREVIEW: Bucks Free Press newspapers, February 20
With the Bucks Free Press set to hit the stands this morning (February 20), here's a preview of what's inside your newspaper.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Le Manoir chef who died in crash 'will be forever missed', inquest hears
An inquest has heard the circumstances around the tragic death of a 19-year-old chef at Le Manoir aux Quat'Saisons, in a car crash last August.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:06:03 +0000
Attempted burglar jailed after making family 'feel unsafe in their own home'
An attempted burglar who made a Milton Keynes family "feel unsafe in their own home" has been jailed.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bucks town thanked by mayor as 51 generators shipped to Ukraine
A Ukrainian Mayor has thanked the Marlow community after 51 generators were shipped to his war-torn city.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Petition to reinstate Wycombe A&E reaches nearly 10,000 signatures
A petition to bring back Wycombe’s A&E has reached nearly 10,000 signatures.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 12:30:00 +0000
Community celebrates newly installed kissing gate on Valentine's Day
A community has celebrated the installation of a new kissing gate after dogs and residents were struggling to climb over a stile on a Piddington path.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:54:16 +0000
First hearing dates set for charges linked to AWE worker's death
Balfour Beatty faces charges after a worker’s death at AWE Aldermaston, West Berkshire. ONR investigation leads to court hearing on health and safety breaches.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Tesco Express store has now officially closed in Buckinghamshire town
A Tesco Express store in High Wycombe has now officially closed.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Vehicle used in police chase seized after being dumped in car park
A car that failed to stop for the police in South Buckinghamshire has been seized.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:04:21 +0000
All UK driving licence codes explained but which letters and numbers are on yours?
See what the letters and numbers mean on your UK driving licence as all categories revealed - full list

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 11:05:33 +0000
The Tesco £1 Clubcard change that could save you on your 2026 holidays
Tesco has introduced a new £1 Clubcard rule letting shoppers use vouchers to pay for travel insurance ahead of the 2026 holiday rush.

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Upgrade your home's warmth with local expertise from The Radiator Hub with 15% off
As the temperatures continue to dip and we all look to make our homes cosier, The Radiator Hub is here to help homeowners and local tradespeople find the perfect balance of style, warmth, and value

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:30:48 +0000
Sir Terry Pratchett leads Bucks legend poll
Sir Terry Pratchett has surged into a commanding lead in our search for Wycombe’s Number One Legend – but there is still everything to play for before voting closes on March 31.​

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:41:44 +0000
Battle over netting colour at golf club finally gets green light
A row which broke out over the colour of netting at a Princes Risborough golf club has concluded.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Fire crews called to Wycombe council offices amid reports of smoke
A woman was passed into the care of the ambulance service after firefighters were called to reports of smoke coming from Buckinghamshire Council's offices in Wycombe.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 20:10:38 +0000
Andrew released under investigation after misconduct in public office arrest
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been released under investigation following his arrest on suspicion of misconduct in public office over his ties to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Developer that requested to avoid eco check shares 116-home plans for field
Developers who requested to avoid an environmental check for 110 homes on a Chesham field have shared 116-home plans for the same site.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:47:24 +0000
Squash and racketball club celebrates 50 years with visit from world ranked players
Holmer Green squash and racketball club has celebrated its 50th anniversary with an exhibition match between world ranking players.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:47:16 +0000
Car park reopened after vehicle blaze at EV chargers saw fire crew response
A Marlow West Street car park has reopened after a vehicle fire, which saw an emergency response and closure.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:16:32 +0000
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor arrested for 'misconduct' at Sandringham Estate
Reports say that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Quintessential country pub' named CAMRA's Winter Pub of the Year
The Clifden Arms in Worminghall has been named as Aylesbury Vale CAMRA's Winter Pub of the Year.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 13:26:48 +0000
Photos show searches of Royal Lodge amid Andrew's arrest
Police searches of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s former home of Royal Lodge, in Windsor, are ongoing.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:42:39 +0000
'This is a really good day' - Tesco superstore reopens in Buckinghamshire town
Hundreds of people were seen entering High Wycombe’s new-look Tesco following the superstore’s reopening.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:07:26 +0000
Chip shop that serves 'good portions' and has 'lovely staff' gets new hygiene score
A fish and chip shop, which recently opened in High Wycombe, has received its first hygiene rating.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Thief who stole energy drinks and scotch eggs among those sentenced at Wycombe court
A thief who stole an energy drink and scotch eggs from a Buckinghamshire supermarket is among those who have been sentenced in High Wycombe.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Sofa surfing, makeshift tents and beggars - High Wycombe's homelessness problem
A qualified teacher has spoken about the “humiliating and exhausting” experience of being made homeless with her children, after a sudden chain of events left the family without secure housing despite her professional background.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Former winger says he ‘loved’ his time at Wycombe Wanderers
Former Wycombe Wanderers winger Kieran Sadlier has revealed that he ‘loved’ his time at Adams Park.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Apology issued to stroke survivor as housing team took two months to fix pipe issue
A housing organisation has apologised to a stroke survivor suffering from depression after taking two months to fix pipe issues in her flat.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Wycombe Wanderers to honour disabled fans at home fixture
A disabled Wycombe Wanderers supporter is hoping that fellow disabled fans will be able to ‘vent their frustrations in a different way’ ahead of the Chairboys’ home clash against Burton Albion.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:22:41 +0000
Who is Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor? Former Prince arrested on misconduct allegation
Andrew Mountbatten‑Windsor has been arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office and is in police custody.

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:19:35 +0000
Everything we do ( and don't) know about Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor's arrest so far
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested earlier this morning (Thursday, January 19) on suspicion of misconduct in public office

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:47:15 +0000
Plans to extend private hospital to include MRI scanner given go-ahead
Plans to extend The Chiltern Hospital have been given the go-ahead.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Bucks Council set to receive more powers to fine pavement parking drivers
Buckinghamshire Council is set to receive more extensive powers to fine motorists who cause disruption by parking on pavements.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Plans for pub revamp refused over 'harm' to Grade II listed building
Plans to revamp the exterior of Greyhound Inn in Chalfont St Peter a Grade II listed pub have been refused over concerns about "harm" to the building.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:30:00 +0000
New museum site to open showcasing Wycombe 'iconic' chair collection
Wycombe Museum, also known as The Chair Museum, has announced that it is set to open a new second site to house the town's "extensive and nationally significant chair collection".

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