Bucks Free Press

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:42:10 +0000
Open Air Museum to host spooky Halloween Spectacular with 12+ woodland walk
Chiltern Open Air Museum’s Halloween Spectacular takes place on October 30, with spooky trails, fire shows, live music, crafts and family fun.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Wycombe: Five more flats rejected after residents warn parking is ‘absolutely dire’
Plans to squeeze five more flats into a former hospital have been thrown out after residents warned their street was plagued by dangerous parking.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Deaf man left 'angry and excluded' after Wetherspoons assistance dog row
Sam Egerton-Kemp says he felt 'angry and excluded' after being refused service at Wetherspoons while accompanied by his assistance dog Rosie.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Beaconsfield midwife's pregnancy drink brand wins national award
Beaconsfield midwife Darcey Croft’s ISOMUM wins Consumer Products StartUp of the Year at the UK StartUp Awards, recognising its pregnancy electrolyte drink.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Fresh images show devastation of Chesham's historic Bury building weeks after fire
Fresh images taken nearly four weeks after a devastating fire at a Grade II-listed building in Chesham reveal the full extent of the destruction, with police remaining on site as an arson investigation continues.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:29:27 +0000
Aylesbury man arrested after foot chase as Class B drugs found
A man has been arrested after a foot chase, with further enquiries leading to the discovery of suspected Class B drugs.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Former Wycombe High pupil accuses Rupert Lowe of ‘dog whistle politics’ over post
Former Wycombe High pupil Toni Brodelle has accused Rupert Lowe of ‘dog whistle politics’ after his post about students’ ethnic backgrounds.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:44:07 +0000
RECAP: Bucks passengers facing rail delays after train hits 'obstruction'
Good morning, welcome to our live coverage of rail delays between Rugby and Milton Keynes Central following a train hitting an 'obstruction' on the line.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Jeremy Clarkson discussed for mayor as Government backs Thames Valley deal
Jeremy Clarkson's name has been floated as a potential candidate to become the first elected mayor of the Thames Valley, the Local Democracy Reporting Service understands.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0000
Footwear retailer OFFICE opens at Eden in High Wycombe
Footwear retailer OFFICE has opened a new store at Eden Shopping Centre in High Wycombe, selling brands including Adidas, Nike, UGG and Converse.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Beaconsfield restaurant celebrates success after winning prestigious national award
The Greyhound in Beaconsfield has earned national recognition after receiving an award at the 2026–27 AA Hospitality Awards.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Group bids for Buckinghamshire sports site after High Court blocks development
Campaigners and parish councillors are seeking to take over the running of a popular former sports hub in Buckinghamshire after winning a High Court battle, stopping the former club from becoming a housing development.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
New ‘Legend on the Bench’ unveiled in Amersham
A new Legend on the Bench has been unveiled in Amersham to offer support and hope to people affected by mental health challenges and bereavement.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:10 +0000
Wycombe man, 25, arrested on suspicion of raping child in Oxford
A man has been arrested on suspicion of the rape of a child.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Possible Aylesbury land transfer revealed as councils hold talks
Aylesbury Town Council minutes reveal Buckinghamshire Council approached it to discuss a possible transfer of land, alongside other council business.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0000
Bucks-educated Jimmy Carr says comedy should be taught in schools
Comedian Jimmy Carr, who attended schools in Farnham Common, Burnham and High Wycombe, says comedy should be taught in schools.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:45:04 +0000
Crews tackle fire inside paper shredding lorry in High Wycombe
Firefighters were called to Brook Street in High Wycombe after a small fire broke out inside a paper shredding lorry.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:41:36 +0000
RECAP: Motorist suffers serious injuries after ambulance crash
Good morning, welcome to our live coverage of the emergency services response to an incident on Amersham Hill.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:16:16 +0000
Wycombe MP condemns Rupert Lowe over ‘divisive’ post about girls’ school
Wycombe MP Emma Reynolds has condemned Rupert Lowe’s school remarks as ‘divisive’ and ‘disrespectful’, defending the town’s diversity.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Mystery surrounds abandoned Volkswagen left in High Wycombe car park
A car that has not been taxed for more than three years could soon be removed from a High Wycombe car park after being declared abandoned by Buckinghamshire Council.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:27:44 +0000
Horses safely rescued as fire breaks out in large agricultural building
Firefighters safely evacuated several horses after a fire broke out in a large agricultural building near Chesham.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Special Remembrance Sunday plans announced for Buckinghamshire buses
Buckinghamshire bus drivers are being encouraged to pull over for a two-minute silence as part of a special Remembrance Sunday tribute.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Councillors raise concerns with 80-home plan on Green Belt land in Bucks
Three councillors are raising concerns with plans to build 80 homes on Green Belt land within a Buckinghamshire village.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:43:46 +0000
Martin Lewis reacts as John Healey announces new State Pension tax allowance
Chancellor John Healey announced a new pension tax allowance so pensioners will not pay Income Tax during this Parliament.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:23:08 +0000
Man, 27, who sent over 33,000 messages advertising heroin and crack, jailed
A drug dealer who was responsible for running multiple drugs lines and sending more than 33,000 messages advertising heroin and crack cocaine has been jailed.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0000
New pizza chain to replace former Pizza Hut in Aylesbury creating 15 new jobs
Boss Pizza is set to open in the former Pizza Hut in Aylesbury, creating 15 new jobs and promising bigger pizzas.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:17:44 +0000
Motorcyclist taken to hospital with 'significant' injuries following ambulance crash
A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital with 'significant' injuries after a collision involving an ambulance in High Wycombe.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:40:00 +0000
M40 closures begin tonight as Buckinghamshire drivers face disruption
Buckinghamshire drivers face potential disruption as overnight closures take place on the M40 for maintenance works.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Popular Beaconsfield hotel closes after entering administration
The Crazy Bear Hotel in Beaconsfield has entered administration and ceased trading, with bookings cancelled and gift vouchers no longer valid.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:55:14 +0000
Man, 32, arrested after police stop moped
A 32-year-old Slough man was arrested in Aylesbury on October 27 after Thames Valley Police stopped a Yamaha moped.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 07:24:04 +0000
22 parking tickets issued after concerns raised
Neighbourhood police handed out 22 parking tickets following complaints about vehicles blocking footpaths and walkways.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Names released of two men charged after police pursuit in Buckinghamshire town
Two Aylesbury men have been charged in connection with an alleged burglary following a police operation targeting retail crime in the town.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Amazon closes in on next James Bond as Buckinghamshire stars miss out
Despite previously being heavily-tipped to become the next James Bond some of Buckinghamshire's brightest Hollywood stars appear to have missed out on the chance of playing the iconic spy.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:42:21 +0000
12 ways John Healey’s Budget 2026 plans could affect your money
Find out what John Healey’s Budget 2026 means for your money, from £100 bank payments and pension tax changes to cash ISAs, fuel duty and savings.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:45:47 +0000
Coffee sold at TK Maxx recalled over mould toxin above legal limit
A batch of Bialetti caramel ground coffee sold at TK Maxx has been recalled. Check the batch code, best-before date and refund advice.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Planning permission granted for two new homes on former St John Ambulance site
Two family homes have been given planning permission on the former St John Ambulance site.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
£1.7m Marlow flat with wraparound terrace and River Thames views on market
A flat with stunning views of the River Thames and a wraparound terrace has gone on the market for £1.7 million.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:48:11 +0000
Home Bargains hot water bottle warning after customer's horror burns
Megan Shannon describes surgery after a hot water bottle bought at Home Bargains spilled on her

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:48:38 +0000
Laundry expert shares 5 ways to dry clothes indoors faster this winter
Dry clothes efficiently indoors this autumn with expert tips on spin cycles, tumble dryer maintenance, ventilation, airer placement and reducing laundry costs.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:47:21 +0000
Royal Mail sets Christmas 2026 posting dates for UK parcels, cards and gifts
Royal Mail's Christmas 2026 last posting dates for UK services, Parcelforce and BFPO, plus advice for sending items abroad.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Enjoy the authentic taste of Indian Cuisine at The Bombay Palace
The Bombay Palace serves a wide selection of traditional Indian dishes from its dining room on Crendon Street

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 08:13:17 +0000
RECAP: Cancellations between Marlow and Bourne End after train breaks down
Good morning, welcome to our live coverage of rail disruption between Marlow and Bourne End due to a train breaking down.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Woman 'doesn't feel safe' after Wycombe man attempted to rape her near underpass
A woman has said she ‘doesn’t feel safe anymore’ after a High Wycombe man attempted to rape her near an Oxford underpass.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Bucks leader hits back over warning county risks missing out on investment and powers
Bucks leader Steven Broadbent rejects Lib Dem claims the county risks losing investment as neighbours pursue a Thames Valley devolution deal.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Wycombe mayor condemns Rupert Lowe over ‘divisive’ school immigration post
High Wycombe’s mayor has condemned Rupert Lowe’s post about Wycombe High School’s pupil demographics and invited him to visit the town.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Every Buckinghamshire secondary school graded in new national newspaper list
Buckinghamshire secondary schools have been ranked in a national guide, with grammar schools dominating the top of the county's table.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
High Wycombe restaurant in running for top prize at prestigious national awards
High Wycombe restaurant Elaichi has been shortlisted for Regional Restaurant of the Year at the 19th Bangladesh Caterers Association Awards.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:04:28 +0000
Homeowner loses fight to keep enlarged six-bed house despite claims of council errors
Councillors voted 5–4 against keeping an enlarged six-bedroom house in High Wycombe, despite claims officers twice said it matched approved plans.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:41:04 +0000
Rupert Lowe hits back at Wycombe mayor as row over school diversity post escalates
Rupert Lowe has rejected High Wycombe mayor Imran Hussain’s defence of the town’s diversity amid a row over his Wycombe High School post.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Inside the unusual art exhibition coming to an Amersham funeral home
An Amersham funeral home is opening its doors as a pop-up gallery, showing how loved ones’ ashes can be incorporated into unique memorial artwork.

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