Bucks Free Press

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Woodland accommodation demolition plans for 112-home redevelopment 'withdrawn'
A plan to demolish student accommodation and apartments for a 112-home development in a woodland area of Chalfont St Giles has been 'withdrawn'.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Wycombe campaigners to hold rally against plans to sell historic council offices
Campaigners are set to rally this Saturday against plans to sell off Wycombe’s council offices on Queen Victoria Road.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Flats' roof wrecked after blaze attended by seven fire crews ripped through it
The roof of a low-rise block of flats in Bourne End has been seen wrecked and open after a blaze ripped through it.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 08:15:16 +0000
Dilapidated James Bond Aston Martin now worth £1m after being restored in Bucks
A family’s wrecked James Bond-style Aston Martin DB5 sports car, bought for less than £1,000 in the 1970s, has been valued at £1 million following a major restoration in Buckinghamshire.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 06:40:32 +0000
'A privilege to work with them' - Ex-Wycombe boss wins Manager of the Month Award
Former Wycombe Wanderers boss Martin O’Neill has been named the Scottish Premiership Manager of the Month for November.

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
NASA tech-based mattress company opens first UK high street store in Bucks
The first UK high street store for a synthetic 'NASA technology' mattress company has opened in a Marlow.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 14:29:34 +0000
Man dies after emergency services battle car fire on High Wycombe road
A man has died after police and firefighters raced to a car blaze on a High Wycombe road.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Nine crashes, No action: Wycombe road scheme scrapped, sparking anger
A Wycombe road with nine recent crashes won’t get speed cushions, angering councillors.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
'Violent men' safety concern for women and girls as third park probe launched
'Society has a problem with violent men' is a councillor's response to alleged violent and sexual attacks on women and girls in a Lowndes Park, Chesham.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Marlow Town Council voices concerns about Marlow Film Studios decision
Marlow Town Council has voiced its concerns about the potential detrimental impact that the proposed Marlow Film Studios could have on the town.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:30:24 +0000
'Lockdown' reports as police and ambulance seen at Wycombe school
'Lockdown' reports as police and ambulance seen at Oakridge School in High Wycombe.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:20:47 +0000
Two men given emergency care after vehicle catches fire following three-car crash
Emergency care has been provided to two men after a vehicle caught fire following a three-car crash near Wycombe.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:27:23 +0000
'None' of Tom Kerridge's restaurants to be involved in Pub in the Park after exit
None of Tom Kerridge’s four pubs or restaurants will be involved in next year’s Pub in the Park festival in Marlow.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:01:04 +0000
'It was a horrific situation' - Residents react as man dies in High Wycombe car fire
Neighbours have been left in shock after witnessing a huge car fire in High Wycombe, which led to the death of a man in his 60s.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:06:40 +0000
'Do not approach him' - Man, 54, considered 'unlawfully at large' escapes prison
A man who was serving time in a Buckinghamshire prison has escaped.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 12:10:05 +0000
Family known for huge Christmas decorations in Bucks town to unveil 2025 edition
A High Wycombe family that is known for their lavish Christmas decorations will put on a memorable display this weekend.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'A real honour' - Bucks pub named one of UK's best after picking up award
A pub in Chesham has officially been ranked as one of the best in the country after it picked up a national award.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Stalker turned up at victim's workplace and entered her home by breaking window
A stalker who broke into his victim's home by breaking a window is among those who have been sentenced at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 16:05:00 +0000
'Damage' and 'danger' amid youths running across High Street rooftops
Youths 'running across fragile rooftops' above a Marlow High Street are causing danger to themselves and property owners say police.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:29:41 +0000
Festive bus decked out with festive lights to travel through Bucks
A festive bus, decked out with hundreds of twinkling festive lights, is set to make its way through Buckinghamshire this week.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Senior police officer awarded for services in Thames Valley
A senior police officer has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award.

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Club raises awareness of violence against women and girls
A club is raising awareness of violence against women and girls

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:45:09 +0000
Wycombe parent demands new crossing near school after 'multiple' near misses
A High Wycombe parent is calling for a pedestrian crossing to be installed near a school after multiple near-miss accidents.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Tougher police action needed to stop late-night Wycombe boy racer gatherings
Fresh calls have been made for tougher police action on late-night boy racer gatherings and persistent anti-social behaviour across High Wycombe.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:49:51 +0000
New plan to help victims of fly-tippers in Bucks
A new pilot scheme to help victims of fly-tipping is set to be launched in the Thames Valley.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:58:23 +0000
Mother admits killing her own four-year-old son by stabbing him to death
A Maidenhead mother has admitted killing her own four-year-old son by stabbing him to death at their home.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 07:29:40 +0000
M25 cleared after multi vehicle collision but long delays still expected
There are currently delays of up to 90 minutes for drivers travelling anti-clockwise on the M25 between J16 at Rickmansworth and J17 due to a multi-vehicle collision.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:11:53 +0000
New suite opens for successful charity in Buckinghamshire town
The Curzon Centre in Beaconsfield has unveiled its newly refurbished Clare Suite.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:15:37 +0000
Residents from Bucks town raises over £30,000 for the Royal British Legion
Over £30,000 has been raised by the residents of Marlow for the Poppy Appeal.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 15:10:25 +0000
Main road on Bucks High Street to close for nine hours for annual Christmas event
The annual Late Night Shopping event is due to take place in Marlow on December 4.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:44:45 +0000
'A truly devastating loss' - Police call for 'privacy' as four-year-old is found dead
The police have called for ‘space and privacy’ after a four-year-old who was found dead in Maidenhead has led to a conviction.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:46:48 +0000
Investigation launched after woman spat at while crossing road
An investigation has been launched after a woman was spat at while crossing the road.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:37:21 +0000
'Fight for fairness for our residents' - Council hit out at Autumn 2025 Budget
The leader of Buckinghamshire Council believes the new budget will ‘negatively impact’ the county and offers ‘little genuine relief’ for residents and businesses.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:50:00 +0000
£5,000 worth of fines issued as fly-tipping continues in the Thames Valley
Multiple fines have been issued to members of the public after they were caught fly-tipping along the Buckinghamshire-Berkshire border.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 09:03:19 +0000
Buckinghamshire woman spends £2k on blood filtration 'like Orlando Bloom'
A High Wycombe mum has revealed that she spends around £2,000 per session to filter her blood and maintain her youthful appearance - a new trend in wellness.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'The council need to sort this out' - Concerns over 'dangerous' trees on busy road
A Chalfont St Peter resident has demanded that Buckinghamshire Council ‘fix the issues with the trees’ along one of the village’s main roads before ‘someone is killed’.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Café in need of £30,000 for renovations gets new hygiene score
A frequently visited High Wycombe café has received a new hygiene rating following inspection.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'It's been surreal' - Buckinghamshire school pupil visits Parliament for competition
A secondary school student from High Wycombe was invited to the House of Lords to meet several Members of Parliament as part of a huge nationwide project.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Local food and wine store set to open in Grade II listed former charity shop
A new Princes Risborough convenience store proposing to sell alcohol between 7am - 11pm daily in the Helen and Douglas House shop.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
In pictures: Beaconsfield celebrates festive season with Christmas Light switch-on
Beaconsfield celebrated the beginning of the festive season with the annual Christmas Light Switch on in Old Town Beaconsfield.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Over 100 people attend Wycombe 'revival' meeting amid call for town strategy
Around 125 people attended a meeting on the 'revival' of High Wycombe this weekend.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Amersham Christmas Festival draws in the crowds
In spite of rainy weather last Saturday, Amersham Christmas Festival was a great success, drawing crowds in the thousands.

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Award winning restaurant ranked number 1 in Bucks despite food hygiene report
Radhuni Lounge Restaurant is the highest rated Indian restaurant in Buckinghamshire despite its past food hygiene report.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:11:43 +0000
Council health boss told to resign over handling of adult day centre closures
A Buckinghamshire Council cabinet member is facing calls to resign over the handling of the closure of a day centre for disabled adults.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Plans to turn 'dilapidated' home into four new flats above former WH Smith
There are plans to turn a 'dilapidated' home above a former Gerrards Cross WH Smith into four new one-bed flats.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 13:32:25 +0000
Man, 36, accused of grievous bodily harm and strangulation to appear in court
A 36-year-old man has been charged with grievous bodily harm and strangulation offences after a Stony Stratford, Milton Keynes incident.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:31:45 +0000
Wycombe benches to be removed to try deter groups of 'street drinkers'
Benches in Frogmoor are set to be removed and reused elsewhere in an effort to deter groups of ‘street drinkers’ from gathering in the area.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 10:28:01 +0000
Man in fifties in hospital fighting for life after Bucks two-car crash
A man in his fifties is in hospital fighting for his life, close to a week after a two-car crash on V9 Overstreet Milton Keynes.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 12:30:00 +0000
Bucks venues celebrate AA Rosettes in 2026 Restaurant Guide
The Jolly Cricketers in Seer Green and The Greyhound in Beaconsfield named in the AA Restaurant Guide 2026.

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:43:56 +0000
High Wycombe train breakdown delaying Chiltern Railways services
Due to a broken-down train at High Wycombe, trains have to run at reduced speed on the line towards London with Chiltern Railways delays through the station.

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