Bucks Free Press
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Fire service will 'aim to retain people' as engines scrapped and fire stations close
BFRS has said it will 'retain people wherever possible' as fire Stokenchurch and Great Missenden station closures begin.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Deer warning on rural roads after inquest into fatal crash
The director of a garage has warned about the dangers of deer on rural roads after an inquest into a fatal crash with a deer concluded.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Planning round up: Wycombe nail tec plans and Chesham flat conversion approved
Plans to use part of a house in Wycombe for nail technician services have been withdrawn.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Care home manager to take on London to Brighton cycle challenge
Chalfont Lodge manager Raj Boodhoo will ride the 54-mile London to Brighton cycle race on June 21 to raise funds for the British Heart Foundation (BHF).
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Greg Smith MP: 'Dark clouds continue to form over our economy'
As I write this month's column, the sun has finally come out, and Spring has well and truly arrived. I hope everyone across Mid Buckinghamshire enjoyed a restful Easter and is ready for the stretch through to summer.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Popular comedian brings new show to Wycombe Swan
The Pub Landlord is heading back out on the road, stopping off in Wycombe.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New exhibition at Waddesdon Manor to open this April
A new permanent exhibition at Waddesdon Manor will soon be open to the public.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Miracle piglet brings hope to Bucks farm after siblings lost in storm
The newborn, named Star, was the sole survivor of seven piglets born in severe weather at Kew Little Pigs Farm in Amersham, Buckinghamshire, on March 12.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Seven-bedroom farmhouse with a pool on sale for £8,250,000
Blueys Farmhouse, located on Frieth Road in Marlow, is listed for sale at £8,250,000.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Martin Lewis warns car insurance prices set to rise again
Drivers are being warned after Martin Lewis revealed a little-known car insurance rule that means cheaper deals online may not apply to your renewal.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +010033,000 motorists have driving licences revoked for one particular reason
Nearly 33,000 British motorists have had their licences revoked or applications refused in the last four years after failing to meet legal eyesight standards.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100UK driving licence rule change 'under review' after petition with 11,000+ signatures
The Department for Transport (DfT) has responded to calls to make a change to all standard driving licences in the UK.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Are all-inclusive holidays worth it? I went to Crete to find out – 3 things I learned
Are all-inclusive holidays "worth it"? I visited Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort in Crete to find out, and these are the things I learnt.
Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Aldi, Tesco, Sainsbury's and other UK supermarkets issue 'Do not eat' recalls
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued several “do not eat” warnings on food sold at major UK supermarkets including Aldi, Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Morrisons
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:27:02 +0100Police cordon off area outside High Wycombe train station
An area outside High Wycombe train station has been cordoned off by police.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100Developers must pay close to £160k for healthcare as 65 homes on farmland approved
Developers will pay close to £160,000 towards healthcare facilities as 65 homes on Stokenchurch farmland receive formal approval despite community objections.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:54:32 +0100Suspected cocaine dealer arrest after police search Ford Focus on Bucks A-road
A suspected cocaine dealer has been arrested after police searched a Silver Ford Focus on a A41 Aylesbury.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:42:58 +0100Man arrested after police chase BMW through multiple Bucks towns
A man has been arrested after a black BMW 3 Series convertible was chased through High Wycombe, Stokenchurch, Hambledon and Marlow.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:58:57 +0100Plans withdrawn for changes to former mansion of Bucks-born three-time Oscar winner
Plans for changes to the former Hambleden, Bucks mansion of a three-time Oscar winner have been withdrawn.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Tennis club that was on the brink of closure has been refused funding for lighting
A growing tennis and pickleball club that was on the brink of closure has been refused funding by councillors
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:50:00 +0100Drivers warned as emergency road closure 'due to last all weekend'
A warning has been issued to motorists as emergency water works on a busy road are due to last all weekend.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:14:13 +0100Manhunt launched after man failed to appear in Wycombe court
A manhunt has been launched after a man failed to appear in court, and who is known to Oxfordshire.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:30:30 +0100Extreme concern for missing Buckinghamshire man last seen in Oxfordshire town
Thames Valley Police has said that they are extremely concerned for the missing man and have released photos of him in the Oxfordshire town.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Landlords in Buckinghamshire will be offered support before new housing law
Landlords are being offered extra support with major changes to housing law.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bucks hotspot where asking rents have surged revealed amid wider price standstill
Iver has seen a price surge as average asking rents outside London hit a standstill in the early months of 2026, according to an index.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hazlemere: School requests funding for pupils whose families can't afford trips
Councillors at Hazlemere Parish Council have approved a £500 grant to support school trips for pupils whose families are unable to contribute towards the cost.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:47:39 +0100Thames Valley Police appoints new counter terrorism assistant chief constable
A new assistant chief constable for counter terrorism and organised crime in the south east has been appointed by Thames Valley Police.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:53:25 +0100High Wycombe sport and leisure company dissolves after 26 years of trading
A High Wycombe-based sport and leisure company has dissolved after 26-years in business.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:07:29 +0100High Wycombe knife crime awareness festival hailed a 'brilliant afternoon'
Scores of people have attended a festival in High Wycombe aimed at raising awareness of the impacts of knife crime.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Amersham resident to attempt world record at London Marathon
Tom, an Amersham resident, will be attempting to break the Guinness World Record for the fastest male marathon time in a cricket kit at the TCS London Marathon.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New pottery painting café to open in Bourne End later this month
A new pottery painting café is set to open in Bourne End later this month.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Most Buckinghamshire community centres under financial 'strain'
According to data from the Charity Commission for England and Wales, most Buckinghamshire charities operating community centres and village halls are under financial “strain”.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Organisers celebrate success of town's inaugural Eid for Everyone event
Organisers have lauded the "wonderful celebration" at Chesham's first Eid for Everyone event.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 20:29:14 +0100Motorist caught by automatic camera at 53mph on motorway is banned from the roads
A New Barnet driver who was caught by an automatic camera at 53mph on the M4 near Welford, Newbury, has been banned from the roads.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +010070 year old Bourne End runner with sight loss to run London Marathon
Bourne End resident Blanche Morrissey, 70, who has impaired vision in both eyes, is going to run the TCS London Marathon later this month to raise money for Moorfields Eye Charity.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Historic Bucks pub announces brand new guest apartment
The Green Man Apartment is a fully renovated, three-bedroom space located above the pub and designed to accommodate up to six people.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Royal visit helps celebrate museum milestone
A landmark anniversary has been marked with a royal visit.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Free weekly play sessions bring people together in Bucks town
Free weekly play sessions are bringing people together in High Wycombe.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Tribute to global childhood favourite heading to Wycombe Swan
Fun For Little Ones – A Tribute to Ms Rachel will arrive in Wycombe Swan’s main auditorium on Monday, May 25.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:43:20 +0100Bucks eBay 'super clone' Rolex fraudster jailed after making over £86k
A 'brazen' Milton Keynes fraudster who made more than £86,000 by selling fake Rolex watches has been jailed.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 06:15:00 +0100The highest rated pub in Buckinghamshire serving 'delicious' meals you have to visit
Ye Olde Swan is the highest-rated pub in Buckinghamshire on Tripadvisor. Find out why it's so loved.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bucks Camera Club members capture fantastic photos of furry and feathered friends
For this week’s Camera Club spread, we have chosen fantastic photos of bright, feathered and furry friends in Bucks.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Home with links to Liberty store listed for £4,250,000
Pipers, in The Lee, Great Missenden, is connected to the Liberty family and the founder of the iconic Liberty store on Regent Street.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New children's homes open to 'support young people and families'
Buckinghamshire Council has launched Coach House and Oakview in Aylesbury.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:22:24 +0100Garden expert urges Brits to avoid common furniture mistake
But green thumbed individuals are being urged not to commit a common mistake that can lead to mould, rust or rotting
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:20:00 +0100ITV documentary set to end after 62 years
The ITV documentary series 7 Up is set to conclude in 2026 after 62 years, with its 10th instalment
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:18:52 +0100UK delivery company to shut down after entering liquidation
Emissionless UK delivery company Quiver Delivery, based in London, is set to shut down after entering liquidation.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:16:28 +0100PayPal warns millions to avoid 1p scam targeting accounts
Which? is warning people who receive these emails to not call the number or reply to the email.
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:14:07 +0100Airline hack can guarantee free window or aisle seat
Footage viewed more than 200,000 times shows the 29-year-old getting ready to check in 24 hours before her flight
Fri, 17 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100'Business as usual' at lido following leisure firm's administration
An update has been provided on the situation at Wycombe Rye Lido, as Buckinghamshire Council says it’s “business as usual.”