Bucks Free Press
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'It was just way too chaotic' - Massive fire disrupts three-day rock festival
The High Wycombe Arts Centre admitted that preparations for a three-day music festival were ‘chaotic’ after a huge fire devastated a section of the town.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Inquest into High Wycombe postman's death to take place this summer
A full inquest is due to take place of a High Wycombe postman who died this year.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Plan to build flats on 'greenfield' site could risk noise nuisance
A planning application has been submitted to build six flats in Marlow
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Woman, 94, laid on floor for 20 hours after middle of the night fall, inquest hears
An elderly woman who fell over at home spent 20 hours on the floor before receiving help, an inquest has heard.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Former church could be demolished to build new home under fresh plans
A former church in Marlow Bottom could soon be bulldozed to make way for a new four-bedroom home under fresh plans.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bucks school recognised for approach to pupil behaviour
A Bucks school has been nationally recognised for its approach to pupil behaviour.
Tue, 05 May 2026 19:35:49 +0100Liz Truss spotted playing golf at Buckinghamshire country estate
The former Prime Minister of Britain has been spotted playing a round of golf at Stoke Park in Stoke Poges.
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100Work appears to be starting at High Wycombe Tesco Express following closure
Work appears to be close to starting at a High Wycombe Tesco Express.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:38:01 +0100Woman in her eighties hospitalised after crash in High Wycombe
A woman in her eighties has been hospitalised after a crash between two cars in High Wycombe.
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:22:36 +0100Patrols carried out at Hellfire Caves after reports of people 'acting suspiciously'
Patrols have been carried out around West Wycombe's Hellfire Caves after reports of people 'acting suspiciously'.
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100Father of former Wycombe Abbey pupil discusses her death seven years on
The father of a 15-year-old girl who died in a tragic accident speaks about his grief seven years after he passing.
Tue, 05 May 2026 11:58:34 +0100New Smyths Toys store set to open in town
Smyths Toys looks set to open a new store in High Wycombe.
Tue, 05 May 2026 10:51:50 +0100Country Show apologises after families left queuing for 'hours and hours' to get in
A popular country show has apologised after visitors faced long traffic delays getting to the event.
Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100New study links higher radon exposure with cancer risk
Higher radon exposure has been linked to more than double the risk of lung cancer, according to a landmark UK study.
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100World‑ranked girls' school joins more than 1,000 in robotics challenge
Pupils from Wycombe Abbey, one of the highest‑ranked schools in the world, were among those competing at one of the UK’s largest student robotics championships held in London this spring.
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100Man, 29, found dead at home after overdose on cocaine and alcohol, inquest hears
A 29-year-old man was found dead after overdosing on cocaine and alcohol, an inquest has heard.
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100Retailer officially closes Chesham High Street shop after 13 years
Colton Footwear has officially closed its shop on Chesham High Street.
Tue, 05 May 2026 12:30:00 +0100School praised for helping 'pupils and adults to flourish' in SIAMS report
A school has been praised for helping “pupils and adults to flourish.”
Tue, 05 May 2026 12:11:21 +0100Man, 43, arrested following huge High Wycombe fire released on bail
A 43-year-old man who has been arrested on suspicion of arson and intent to harm following a huge High Wycombe fire has been released on conditional bail.
Tue, 05 May 2026 10:11:28 +0100Popular BBC One show seen filming in Buckinghamshire
BBC One daytime favourite Money for Nothing has returned to Buckinghamshire, with filming taking place at the High Heavens and Beaconsfield recycling centres in April 2026.
Tue, 05 May 2026 08:52:14 +0100Driver fined for dumping boxed vegetables in small village
A hefty fine has been issued to a driver who fly-tipped boxed up vegetables in a small village.
Tue, 05 May 2026 07:46:15 +0100Woman, 30, financially 'feels like a student' despite earning £35k a year
A 30-year-old earning £35,000 says she “financially feels like a student again” after being forced to move back in with her parents following redundancy.
Tue, 05 May 2026 07:18:03 +0100Three arrested after police catch men lifting manhole covers
Three men have been arrested after police caught them lifting manhole covers in High Wycombe during the early hours of the morning.
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:01:47 +0100Marlow sport facility plan recommended for refusal
Plans for a new racquet and wellness facility in Marlow have been recommended for refusal by planning officers.
Tue, 05 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Horse Trust announces sad loss of 'wonderful' Martha
A beloved horse who touched the lives of many has passed away.
Tue, 05 May 2026 17:32:38 +0100Free webinar: 5 easy wins to help funeral directors stand out online
LOCALiQ UK is hosting a free 45‑minute online seminar designed to give increased Google visibility to funeral directors
Tue, 05 May 2026 12:09:41 +0100Plans for first Lidl in Amersham refused permission
Plans for Amersham’s first Lidl store at a former council office site in the town centre have been refused.
Mon, 04 May 2026 16:40:25 +0100Driver penalised after failing to comply with road markings
A driver has been reported for failing to comply with zig-zag road markings in Marlow.
Mon, 04 May 2026 14:53:56 +0100Wycombe police issue closure order on Marlow home
Police have sealed a property in Marlow following reports of anti-social behaviour in the area.
Mon, 04 May 2026 10:21:47 +0100Ferrari seized in Wycombe after failing checks
A Ferrari has ben seized by police in High Wycombe after its owner failed to comply with the law.
Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Call for council to reverse 'retrograde' decision on planning comments
MPs and councillors are renewing calls for Buckinghamshire Council to revisit its controversial decision to stop publishing public comments on planning applications.
Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Serial High Wycombe shoplifter among cases heard at town's court
A serial High Wycombe shoplifter who admitted 11 counts of theft is among those who have been sentenced at the town's magistrates' court.
Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Council issues update on road closures amid ongoing county-wide roadworks
Road closures and traffic management measures are planned across Buckinghamshire
Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Mayor praises emergency response after huge fire in High Wycombe
The Mayor of High Wycombe has praised the emergency services for their quick response after several buildings were damaged by a huge fire.
Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100The latest planning applications in Buckinghamshire
The latest planning applications being considered by Buckinghamshire Council
Mon, 04 May 2026 18:25:02 +0100Desborough Road video shows police at scene of blaze
Footage from a fire in the town centre of Wycombe shows two police cars on scene, while plumes of smoke can be seen billowing from buildings.
Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100High Wycombe apartment on the market for £275,000
A two-bedroom apartment in High Wycombe is on the market for £275,000.
Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Thrilling tribute to 'King of Pop' coming to Wycombe Swan this summer
A thrilling tribute to Michael Jackson is coming to Wycombe Swan in August
Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Pop up reuse shop to feature at Amersham Environment Day
A POP-up shop showcasing the power of reuse will be on display at a community event
Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Children's art competition launched to celebrate countryside
Countryside charity, CPRE Buckinghamshire, is inviting children to participate in its art competition as part of its 2026 centenary celebrations.
Mon, 04 May 2026 17:08:04 +0100The genius water bowl hack that will clean your entire oven in less than 20 minutes
Tired of taking forever to clean an oven? Well, now an ingenious hack has been revealed that can clean it in just 20 minutes.
Mon, 04 May 2026 17:06:39 +0100Households urged to avoid making one mistake when cleaning kitchen surfaces
A few cleaning experts have recommended avoiding overusing cleaning sprays when wiping down kitchen surfaces
Mon, 04 May 2026 13:53:23 +0100Update after Sir Alex Ferguson hospitalised after falling ill at Old Trafford
Sir Alex Ferguson was taken to hospital after falling unwell at Old Trafford ahead of Manchester United’s clash with Liverpool.
Sun, 03 May 2026 12:29:27 +0100Bank Holiday car boot sale to take place in Buckinghamshire
An Buckinghamshire car boot sale is gearing up for its second big event of the Bank Holiday weekend on Monday.
Sun, 03 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Town centre car park set for closure and demolition
A "deteriorated" multistorey car park in High Wycombe is set to close and be demolished
Sun, 03 May 2026 15:54:29 +0100Man, 43, arrested on suspicion of 'arson' in connection with town centre fire
A man has been arrested on suspicion of arson with intent to endanger life after firefighters spent hours battling a blaze in the town centre
Sun, 03 May 2026 13:05:51 +0100In pictures: Smoke rises from large fire as emergency services rush to the scene
Residents were advised to keep their windows and doors closed to avoid the smoke, which photos showed rising in a thick plume over the town
Sun, 03 May 2026 11:43:48 +0100'No casualties': fire service issue update on town centre blaze
The fire service has issued an update on the fire on Desborough Road, High Wycombe
Sun, 03 May 2026 10:46:49 +0100Residents evacuated as seven fire crews fight town centre fire
Residents were evacuated from their flats early this morning as half a dozen fire crews battled a blaze in High Wycombe town centre
Sun, 03 May 2026 09:45:14 +0100Firefighters battle town centre blaze - as it happened
Fire crews battled a fire at a commercial garage on Desborough Road in High Wycombe