Bucks Free Press
Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Part of Bucks golf course could be turned into 700-home estate
Hundreds of new homes could be built on part of a golf course in Bucks.
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:05:37 +0100Advice to Bucks residents as another meningitis case reported at Thames Valley school
Another case of meningitis has been confirmed in the Thames Valley, according to an official letter from a junior school.
Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Aylesbury land with canal frontage for sale for £75,000
A stretch of greenfield land has come up for sale along the Grand Union Canal.
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:30:48 +0100Rare Beatrix Potter 50p coin selling for more than £40,000
A collection of rare Beatrix Potter 50p coins is listed for more than £40,000.
Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Raising an incredible amount' - Marlow firm raises £400k for charity at annual ball
A Marlow business has raised over £400,000 for charity at an annual ball.
Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Wycombe Wanderers make surprise appearance on popular BBC game show
Wycombe Wanderer made a surprise appearance in a recent episode of a popular BBC game show.
Tue, 19 May 2026 08:39:32 +0100Thames Valley Police kit saves lives in war zones
Thames Valley Police is repurposing items that no longer align with current UK policing requirements and donating them to support frontline workers in conflict-affected areas.
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:31:56 +0100Is Halifax about to disappear? Lloyds breaks silence on shock claims
Reports suggested Halifax could stop taking new customers later this year before existing account holders are gradually moved to Lloyds Bank
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:33:04 +0100Foreign Secretary warns of 'global food crisis' amid Strait of Hormuz closure
The Foreign Secretary said the world cannot wait any longer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
Tue, 19 May 2026 07:55:57 +0100Two people have plead guilty to burglary and fraud offences in Bucks
Two people have been convicted of burglary and fraud offences in Bucks.
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:40:26 +0100Strictly hosting favourite updates rumours and says 'would love to do it'
Comedian Josh Widdicombe was asked if he'll be one of the two new Strictly Come Dancing hosts while on Good Morning Britain today (May 19).
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:39:04 +0100Travellers warned of 6-hour waits at airport under new EU rules
Brits and other holidaymakers are being warned about more than six hours at airports in Portugal due to the EU's new entry/exit system (EES).
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:36:51 +0100'Never say never' - ITV hit show could return after final episode in 2022
Star of ITV's Doc Martin, Martin Clunes, has teased that the show could return four years after its final episode.
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:35:10 +0100Motoring Ombudsman offers advice on challenging a disputed car repair bill
The Motoring Ombudsman has published step-by-step advice for drivers questioning repair costs
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:31:51 +0100Lloyds responds to Halifax 'disappearing' amid speculation over brand's future
Reports suggested Halifax could stop taking new customers later this year before existing account holders are gradually moved to Lloyds Bank
Mon, 18 May 2026 16:25:50 +0100Plans under way to create neighbourhood plan to 'protect' town
Work on a proposal to create a neighbourhood plan aimed at helping protect High Wycombe is underway.
Mon, 18 May 2026 11:33:52 +0100Village school to close for good after council approves shutdown
Little Marlow’s village school will shut its doors for good this summer after council leaders approved its closure.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Two Bucks midwives receive award for 'excellence' in maternity services
Two midwives have received an award for 'excellence' in maternity services.
Mon, 18 May 2026 20:00:00 +0100Richest people in the South East named by Sunday Times
The family behind a Buckinghamshire based company have been named one of the richest in the southeast.
Mon, 18 May 2026 16:39:42 +0100Children’s care home approved in High Wycombe despite residents’ objections
Plans to create a residential care home for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties in Wycombe have been given the go-ahead.
Mon, 18 May 2026 16:02:05 +0100Man, 22, arrested following huge fight in Buckinghamshire town
A third person has been arrested after a knife attack and disorder involving around 30 people.
Mon, 18 May 2026 13:59:37 +0100Targeted patrols carried out amid concerns over drugs in Buckinghamshire town
Police have addressed concerns about drug-related activity in Chesham and say tackling drug crime in the area remains a priority.
Mon, 18 May 2026 12:53:35 +0100Two men charged with stealing three Land Rover Defenders
Two men have been charged following the theft of three Land Rover Defenders.
Mon, 18 May 2026 12:30:00 +0100Bucks businesses named among the best in the county
Businesses in High Wycombe, Marlow, Amersham and Aylesbury have been named finalists in this years Muddy Stilettos Awards.
Mon, 18 May 2026 13:41:14 +0100School calls on council to 'take action now' as another child knocked down
A High Wycombe secondary school has called on Buckinghamshire Council to ‘take action now’ in reducing the speed limit outside of their premises.
Mon, 18 May 2026 12:54:13 +0100Bucks home of Tess Daily and Vernon Kay pat of 'rather straight-forward' divorce
TV favourites Vernon Kay and Tess Daly are set to part ways in what has been described as the “friendliest divorce in showbiz history” with their Beaconsfield home expected to sit at the heart of the split.
Mon, 18 May 2026 12:36:47 +0100No arrests after motorcyclist left with 'serious injuries' in crash
No arrests have been made after a motorcyclist was left with 'serious injuries' in a High Wycombe crash.
Mon, 18 May 2026 12:10:17 +0100Vehicle found 'well alight' in front garden as firefighters battle blaze
Emergency services were called after a vehicle fire broke out in the front garden of a High Wycombe property.
Mon, 18 May 2026 11:56:06 +0100Firefighters respond as shed fire spreads to double garage near High Wycombe
A fire in High Wycombe spread to a double garage, prompting firefighters to return for a follow-up inspection.
Mon, 18 May 2026 11:26:46 +0100Dame Mary Berry recalls rushing Wycombe Hospital after son's fatal crash
Dame Mary Berry has paid a deeply personal tribute to her late son William, recalling the heart breaking moment her family rushed to Wycombe Hospital after the crash that claimed his life.
Mon, 18 May 2026 08:52:51 +0100Leading Asian caterer in High Wycombe given full marks for food hygiene
One of the leading Asian caterers in High Wycombe is celebrating after they were recently awarded a five-star hygiene rating.
Mon, 18 May 2026 08:06:45 +0100Fresh call for wider meningitis B vaccination after student's death in Thames Valley
A call to widen the meningitis B vaccination programme to protect more young people is gaining fresh attention.
Mon, 18 May 2026 07:16:43 +0100Buckinghamshire boy, 11, with cancer named mascot at Premier League match
An 11-year-old boy with cancer walked out as Everton’s mascot to highlight a crucial issue.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Drug driver failed to stop after crash with traffic sign
A drug driver who failed to stop after a crash with a traffic sign is among those who have been sentenced at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court.
Mon, 18 May 2026 11:46:00 +0100Three people evacuated after fire breaks out at flat
Three people evacuated safely after a fire broke out at a ground-floor flat.
Mon, 18 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100IN PICTURES: Festivalgoers turn out for Marlow's Pub in the Park
Thousands descended on Marlow's Higgingson Park over the weekend as Pub in the Park made a return.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Heart health takes centre stage as trust marks Heart Failure Awareness Week 2026
Heart health took centre stage during a week of community events aimed at raising awareness and supporting residents.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Planning round up; Marlow retrospective plans refused and Chesham gym approved
Plans for a retrospective outbuilding and boundary fence at a house in Marlow have been refused by Buckinghamshire Council.
Mon, 18 May 2026 09:23:07 +0100Tesco shoppers baffled after being asked for ID to buy mangoes - this is why
Multiple customers reported being stopped at the tills and told they needed staff approval to complete their purchase.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Government banking review as Santander, NatWest and Lloyds close branches
The Treasury has launched an urgent review into bank closures as major lenders continue shutting high street branches nationwide.
Mon, 18 May 2026 20:12:19 +0100Channel 4 removes all MAFS UK episodes from streaming after sex assault allegations
Channel 4 has removed all seasons of Married at First Sight UK after "very serious allegations" made against former "contributors" of the show.
Mon, 18 May 2026 15:59:40 +0100Grade II listed former minister's house on the market for £1.15 million
The Old Manse in Deanway, Chalfont St Giles, has a guide price of £1,150,000.
Mon, 18 May 2026 09:23:52 +0100Wetherspoon fans hail ‘genius’ £4 ‘secret menu’ dessert hack
The video has prompted praise from social media users who called it a smart way to replicate a restaurant dessert on a budget.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Buckinghamshire’s Pinewood Studios bring late ram Nobby to life on screen
A ram has achieved unexpected stardom with a posthumous debut in a film.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Award-winning musical coming to Wycombe Swan for anniversary tour
The Tony-winning musical Jersey Boys is coming to Wycombe Swan this August for its 20th anniversary tour.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Households urged to try simple 1p cleaning hack for mirrors
The trick costs just 1p and uses something found in almost every home
Mon, 18 May 2026 13:35:44 +0100EastEnders 'huge consequences' for Albert Square in special week of episodes
BBC's EastEnders has confirmed that the soap will have a special week of episodes next month.
Mon, 18 May 2026 13:34:54 +0100Met Office forecasts up to 26C as 'early summer' heat set to arrive this week
Parts of the country could reach highs of 26C by Friday, as warm, settled weather is expected to arrive just in time for the bank holiday weekend.
Mon, 18 May 2026 13:33:49 +0100Half-term travel warning amid border delays at airports
UK holidaymakers could face queues of up to three hours due to the European Union’s entry-exit system (EES).
Mon, 18 May 2026 13:32:28 +0100Mrs Hinch fans share tip to stop tiny bar soap pieces going to waste
One woman described the switch from liquid handwash to bars of soap and asked how to make use of the tiny Dove pieces