Bucks Free Press

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Former High Wycombe pub could become co-working hub after council approves new plans
A former High Wycombe pub could be transformed into a co-working hub after council planners gave the scheme the green light.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Prep school in Bucks town appoints first female head in its 118 year history
A new headteacher has been appointed at a Buckinghamshire independent prep school.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe protest highlights concerns over unrest in Kashmir
Members of High Wycombe's Kashmiri community gathered in the town centre on Wednesday evening to raise awareness of ongoing unrest in the disputed Kashmir region.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe to host Buckinghamshire's strongest athletes in town centre event
Some of the region's strongest athletes will battle for county titles in the heart of High Wycombe this month.

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
In the dock: Latest from High Wycombe Magistrates and Slough
Here are the latest cases heard in Wycombe and Slough magistrates' court...

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Residents gather for Downley climate briefing
Seventy residents gathered in Downley to discuss local action on climate change.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:49:44 +0100
Drug line operator jailed following High Wycombe police operation
A High Wycombe man has been jailed for being concerned in the supply of class A drugs following a major police operation.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:39:49 +0100
Six arrests made during police day of action targeting domestic abuse
Six people have been arrested as part of a police day of action focused on tackling domestic abuse and supporting victims across Buckinghamshire.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:17:01 +0100
Fears for vulnerable amid ‘shooting up’ and aggressive begging in Wycombe town centre
Councillors have sounded the alarm over people openly “shooting up” on benches and aggressive begging in High Wycombe town centre, amid fears for vulnerable visitors.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe committee chairman apologises after councillor’s no-confidence warning
The chairman of High Wycombe Town Committee has apologised after a councillor said he was “extremely fortunate” not to face a vote of no confidence.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Thames Valley PC accused of 'touching woman inappropriately on night out'
A Thames Valley policeman is alleged to have touched women inappropriately while on a night out.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Bench unveiled at crematorium as part of World Suicide Prevention Day
A new listening bench has been unveiled at Chilterns Crematorium in Amersham to mark World Suicide Prevention Day.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 14:26:55 +0100
Buckinghamshire MP REPORTS porn star to the NSPCC as baby appears in promo video
A Buckinghamshire MP has allegedly reported an adult film actress to the NSPCC after the latter allegedly held their new born baby in a promotion video.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:24:18 +0100
Man, 29, arrested after stabbing near popular High Wycombe park
A 29-year-old man from Hounslow has been arrested following a stabbing in High Wycombe.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 11:02:53 +0100
New High Wycombe pottery studio delays private preview opening by one week
A former charity shop in High Wycombe is preparing to open as a new pottery studio and gallery, although a planned preview event has been pushed back by a week.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:39:50 +0100
High Wycombe pub from the 1800s now demolished ahead of flat conversion
A pub that has sat in High Wycombe more than 150 years has now officially been demolished.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Drivers seen causing 'unnecessary obstructions' AVOID parking fines
Drivers caught parking in a way that caused "unnecessary obstructions" in Marlow have been let off with warnings, but police have warned tougher action could follow.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
MP praises residents raising speeding issues after boy suffers life-changing injuries
The MP of Marlow has said it is ‘encouraging’ that a meeting about speeding is due to take place in the town, following a serious incident involving a 12-year-old boy.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Amersham Heritage Day draws crowds to the Old Town
Amersham Heritage Day drew crowds, with classic cars, live music, medieval entertainment, family activities and local stalls.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Wycombe Wanderers and Reading FC to join SCAS charity for 24-hour CPR challenge
Reading FC and Wycombe Wanderers are putting rivalry aside to support a 24-hour CPR challenge and are urging businesses across the region to take part.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Universal Pixels becomes Cornerstone Employer for media production students
Buckinghamshire College Group names Universal Pixels Cornerstone Employer for its Media Production T Level.

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:52:45 +0100
Government issues update on salmonella outbreak as hundreds fall ill
The outbreak is one of three clusters of Salmonella Enteritidis currently under investigation in the UK by the UKHSA and the Food Standards Agency (FSA)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:54:06 +0100
Bake Off introduces new themed week for 2026 and it involves the viewers
The Great British Bake Off has introduced a new week with challenges created by the viewers.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:30:02 +0100
Policeman of 23 years fired for 'over familiar' and 'inappropriate' behaviour
The police sergeant has been dismissed without notice for a pattern of 'inappropriate sexualised behaviour'.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe ‘let down’ and put at a disadvantage over new Buckinghamshire Local Plan
High Wycombe has been “let down” and placed at a “distinct disadvantage” over Buckinghamshire’s emerging Local Plan, councillors have claimed.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four Buckinghamshire green spaces could gain official country park status under plans
Four Buckinghamshire green spaces could receive official country park status under new council plans.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe restaurant could be open until early hours with new licence
A restaurant in High Wycombe town centre could stay open until 3am under a licence terms proposed to Buckinghamshire Council.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
First Friday event branded ‘waste of money’ aimed at ‘middle-class white person’
An attempt to breathe new life into High Wycombe on Friday nights has been branded a “waste of money” which appeals to “a certain middle-class white person”.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High-tech cricket centre returns after first bid was bowled out over heritage fears
A high-tech indoor cricket centre has returned to the crease with revised plans after an earlier bid was rejected over concerns it would harm a historic area.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Wycombe secondary school welcomes 200 new sixth formers
More than 200 students have begun the next stage of their education after joining Wycombe High School's sixth form this September.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:19:14 +0100
Missing 20-year-old Aylesbury man found 'safe and well'
UPDATE: Thames Valley Police have confirmed that Kyle has been found "safe and well". The force thanked everyone who shared the appeal.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 17:06:19 +0100
New sixth form centre opens at school creating 300 places
Students have started the new academic year in a purpose-built sixth form centre.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:57:08 +0100
Man, 39, who conducted drug deals arriving on an e-scooter is jailed
A 39-year-old man who showed no ‘disregard for the significant harm that drug-related activity causes’ has been jailed.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 16:15:37 +0100
WATCH: 'Labour couldn't answer' - Bucks MP slams Government in illegal migration row
A Buckinghamshire MP has criticised the Government after ministers declined to directly answer her questions about illegal migration and violence against women and girls during a Commons exchange.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 15:05:47 +0100
Reason given as to why section of High Wycombe supermarket is out of bounds
A section of a High Wycombe supermarket has been sealed off after an incident left part of the store out of bounds.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:17:11 +0100
Flight disruptions expected to continue at UK airports today after technical issues
Flight disruptions at UK airports are expected to continue on Wednesday (September 9) due to a technical issue affecting NATS air traffic control services.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 12:51:46 +0100
'This is utterly obscene' - Bucks MP slams porn star as baby appears in promo video
A Buckinghamshire politician has called an adult film actress ‘utterly obscene’ after the latter allegedly held their new born baby in a promotion video.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:58:49 +0100
CCTV image released as man may have information on Sainsbury's shoplifting incident
A CCTV image of a man Thames Valley Police would like to speak after an incident in the Marlow branch of Sainsbury’s has been released.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 11:36:43 +0100
CCTV image released after vehicle is stolen along quiet Buckinghamshire street
A CCTV image of a man the police would like to speak to following the theft of a stolen car in Marlow has been released.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 10:12:57 +0100
Man, 19, given lengthy jail term after admitting to numerous drug crimes
A Nottingham man has been jailed after admitting a string of drug and driving offences linked to criminal activity in Aylesbury.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'They've f***ed up': High Wycombe mum's anger at council over child's SEND travel
A High Wycombe mother has accused Buckinghamshire Council of having "f*ed up" her daughter's special educational needs transport arrangements after paying more than £112 for September travel, only to be told the service may not begin until the end o...

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:02:00 +0100
Inside Berkshire’s hotly anticipated new spa hotel – and why it was worth the wait
It is the first heatwave of the year and everyone is sweltering. Everyone, that is, apart from me, because I am floating in an outdoor pool at one of the county’s newest luxury hotels.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 19:11:56 +0100
Wycombe resident, 53, joins Parliament protest over transgender rights
A resident from High Wycombe was among hundreds of people who travelled to Westminster to take part in a mass lobby of Parliament calling for action on transgender rights.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:20:02 +0100
Countryfile's John Craven, 86, makes 'tough' announcement on BBC
Countryfile legend John Craven, 86, has made an emotional BBC announcement, saying that "times are tough".

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:06:33 +0100
Shoppers at Tesco, Asda, Morrisions & more warned of £100 fine over little-known rule
Supermarket shoppers could be fined up to £100 for breaking a parking rule.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:02:48 +0100
Doctor Who actor Noel Clarke charged with sex offences by Metropolitan Police
Actor Noel Clarke has been charged with sex offences by the Metropolitan Police.

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four-bedroom detached Penn home listed for £1.395m
Positioned on Hammersley Lane in Buckinghamshire’s HP10 postcode, the property extends to around 2,785 square feet, including an integral garage.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
HSE processes safety concern over solar panels at former council office demolition
Demolition work is continuing at a former Buckinghamshire Council office complex after concerns were raised about dust and the handling of solar panels at the site.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Gerrards Cross development takes key step forward in planning process
A controversial proposal to replace a bungalow in Gerrards Cross with a pair of semi-detached homes is set to be approved despite concerns from neighbours.

Tue, 08 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Speed cushions planned for High Wycombe road after councillor warns of nine crashes
Plans for speed-control measures and double yellow lines have been unveiled amid concerns over speeding and inconsiderate parking in High Wycombe.

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