Bucks Free Press

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 07:21:39 +0100
The Popp-ular series of postcards made by Jacob Popp
BACK in 1993 the Bucks Free Press featured an article about Jacob Popp’s clash with the town police court for trading on a Sunday and were then “besieged with tales about Jacob Popp” from readers. Here are some of them.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 07:11:55 +0100
From black copper boxes to photovoltaic panels - A unique history of solar panels
THIS article was prepared by the Fulmer Research History Group, who have compiled an archive detailing the history of the Stoke Poges-based Fulmer Research Institute, one of the UK's leading R&D organisations in the second half of the 20th centur...

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Marlow History: How a hidden maritime threat connected Temple to Trafalgar
Early explorers such as Columbus and Vasco da Gama sailed wooden ships, unaware that the tropical waters they traversed carried a destructive stowaway.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 06:58:38 +0100
Nostalgia - 2026 has been hot, but let's look back at the 1976 heatwave
Summer 2026 may have broken temperature records, but it is more bearable than the summer of 1976 was 50 years ago. This is the story…

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Wingstop signage goes up at Eden Shopping Centre ahead of opening
Signage has officially been installed for High Wycombe's new Wingstop restaurant ahead of its opening later this year.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Shop handed ANOTHER zero-star food hygiene rating after failing inspection
A Chesham convenience store has been handed another zero-star food hygiene rating after inspectors found a number of issues during its latest inspection.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New housing development could be built near tiny Buckinghamshire village
Residents are being invited to have their say on plans for around 195 new homes on land near Aston Clinton.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 09:04:29 +0100
Binman warns Brits they cannot put 1 common item in recycling or it will be refused
The No. 1 Binman on TikTok has warned people about putting certain items in their recycling bins.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
First-floor apartment in Grade II listed country house on the market
A first floor apartment within a Grade II listed country house is on sale for offers over £1,100,000.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Grade II listed 17th century thatched cottage on the market for £625k
A Grade II listed 17th century thatched cottage in Aylesbury is currently on sale for £625,000.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks residents offered discounts for music, wellness, and comedy festival in August
Found Festival, returning to the Claydon Estate in August is offering discounted tickets to Buckinghamshire residents.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New 30mph speed limits imposed on two roads in Buckinghamshire
New 30mph speed limits have been introduced on two roads in Marlow

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sleepout at Waddesdon Manor to raise funds for homeless
'A Night for Change' will take place at Waddesdon Manor in Buckinghamshire, marking the first solidarity sleepout to be held on the manor’s historic grounds.

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cookham road to remain closed until late August for gas works
A road in Cookham will remain closed until late August as gas works take place

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:22:31 +0100
Can you leave your child home alone in the school holidays? Legal rules explained
With the long summer holidays now stretching on, many parents are facing the annual juggling act of balancing work with childcare.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:22:31 +0100
BBC axes popular long-running TV show after 22 years on air
The BBC has axed a popular long-running TV show after 22 years on air.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:41:34 +0100
Boy, 16, and man, 36, remain in custody as murder investigation continues
A 16-year-old boy and a 36-year-old man remain in custody after they were arrested on suspicion of murder.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:55:16 +0100
Tom Kerridge confirms one of his restaurants will close this weekend
A London restaurant owned by celebrity chef Tom Kerridge, who runs two popular venues in Marlow, is set to close temporarily as part of a major refurbishment project.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
New Turkish barber set to open in High Wycombe town centre
A new Turkish barber is set to open in High Wycombe town centre.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 14:59:25 +0100
HS2 ‘waste and mismanagement’ over as contracts are renegotiated
Major sections of the HS2 route through Buckinghamshire will be covered by newly renegotiated contracts designed to save taxpayers millions of pounds and help bring the project back under control.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Which Berkshire towns have seen a population increase?
Figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show population increases in West Berkshire, Slough, Reading, and the surrounding areas.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 10:41:34 +0100
'You'll always be at the heart of what we do' - Charity shop announces closure
The British Heart Foundation charity shop in High Wycombe is set to close its doors later this month, as part of a nationwide programme that will see around 150 stores shut by spring 2027.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:10:49 +0100
Buckinghamshire man arrested in modern slavery investigation
A Buckinghamshire man has been arrested as part of an investigation into suspected modern slavery, immigration and financial offences.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Laura Kyrke-Smith: 'Buckinghamshire Council sat on its hands'
For too long it has been too hard to afford a decent place to live. The Government is committed to turning this around with a bold national house-building programme, including affordable housing and council housing.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Children get free bus travel in Thames Valley during August holidays
Children across the Thames Valley can hop on the bus for free throughout August.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Bucks Free Press Camera Club: The beauty of Buckinghamshire skies
This week's gallery celebrates the beauty of sunsets, the moon and the ever-changing skies above us.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:23:39 +0100
Parasite causing explosive diarrhoea arrives in UK from holiday hotspot
Brits are being warned about a parasite that has come to the UK following the return of holidaymakers from destinations such as Mexico - see symptoms.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 09:21:50 +0100
'Do not eat' warnings as recalls issued at Asda, Tesco, Waitrose and more
There are food safety alerts in place for some items sold at Asda, Tesco and Waitrose and more

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Award-winning musical coming to High Wycombe in August for 20th anniversary UK tour
The award-winning musical Jersey Boys is coming to the Wycombe Swan this August as part of its 20th anniversary UK tour.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Strictly star returning to High Wycombe in 2027 for UK tour
Strictly Come Dancing star La Voix will return to the Wycombe Swan in 2027 as part of a new UK tour

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Top 12 shows and events to watch in Aylesbury this autumn
Magic Mike Live brings 'jaw-dropping dance moves, hilarious moments, and bold, immersive production design' to town.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0100
The latest planning applications in Buckinghamshire
A summary of the latest planning applications submitted to Buckinghamshire Council in the week commencing July 20.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Apartments in new Beaconsfield development currently on sale
New apartments at a development at Beaconsfield New Town are on the market

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
See inside the four-bedroom family home with 'far-reaching countryside views'
A four-bedroom family home in Amersham is currently on the market for £1,100,000.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Chicken chain could soon open in High Wycombe
Wingstop could soon be opening a new store in High Wycombe, according to an application for a premises licence.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Famous faces help mark centenary of High Wycombe Rotary Club
Famous faces appeared in a film shown at Rotary Club of High Wycombe's centenary dinner.

Sat, 01 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Street trading rules in Buckinghamshire set to change
Street trading rules in Buckinghamshire are set to change this October.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:09:42 +0100
Man who absconded from HMP Springhill still being sought by police
A man who absconded from HMP Springhill over a year ago is still being sought by police.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 07:23:35 +0100
Recovery of stolen car among outcomes of police patrols in area
Officers from the Chalfonts Neighbourhood Team have been patrolling across the area.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Very tragic' death of postman was a suicide, court hears
An inquest into the death of a postman was heard earlier this week.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 16:00:27 +0100
Huge M25 service station near Chalfont St Peter approved despite ‘blight’ warning
Plans for a huge motorway service area near Chalfont St Peter on the M25 have been approved, almost three years after councillors resolved to reject the development.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Council orders High Wycombe vape shop to remove shutters installed without permission
A High Wycombe shop has been ordered to remove bright red security shutters installed without planning permission.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks businessman wins appeal in court against council
A Buckinghamshire business owner successfully represented himself in a court case against Buckinghamshire Council.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:38:43 +0100
Two arrested after attempted watch robbery
Two people in their 30s have been arrested following an attempted robbery in Beaconsfield

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:19:09 +0100
Court date set for man, 20, after victim 'threatened with knife' at petrol station
A 20-year-old man is due to face trial in court after a knife incident at a petrol station in Buckinghamshire

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:45:00 +0100
Three arrested on suspicion of murder after death of 26-year-old
Police have arrested three people and launched a murder investigation following the death of a 26-year-old.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:30:00 +0100
High Wycombe weekly parkrun event cancelled next week
A weekly parkrun event in High Wycombe has been cancelled next week.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nando’s to refurbish Buckinghamshire motorway site
Nando’s has revealed plans to refurbish its restaurant at Beaconsfield Services and modestly expand its dining area.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The Buckinghamshire murders that have never been solved
This week marks the 20th anniversary of the unsolved murder of Beata Bryl.

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man who stole from High Wycombe pub among latest in court
The following cases have been heard at High Wycombe Magistrates' Court...

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