Bucks Free Press

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New Pan-Asian street food takeaway Smokey Wok opens in High Wycombe
A new Pan-Asian street food takeaway has opened its doors in High Wycombe, bringing a fresh offering of bold flavours to Desborough Road.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Old images - The Bucks council office through the years
Following the recent news that the Council Offices in Queen Victoria Road are to be sold to the NHS for £5.1m, it is an opportune time to look back at these offices over the years since they were constructed in 1931/32.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Marlow History: One of Michael Eagleton’s favourite Jazz Club stories
MICHAEL had many stories he loved to tell about his beloved Marlow Jazz Club, and according to his Nostalgia article in June 2016, his favourite was one featuring the famous American Bluesman Jimmy Witherspoon.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Sixth formers teach primary school students in High Wycombe
Year 4 pupils from Abbey View Primary School stepped back in time this week during a visit to Wycombe High School for a special Classics Day led by sixth form students.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
No decision yet on Aylesbury building turned into mosque without planning approval
Plans to create a mosque in Aylesbury, despite the work already having been carried out, remain undecided nearly a year later.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Record-breaking June heatwave would be 'virtually impossible' in 1976, scientists say
The recent heatwave that has shattered records has intensified warnings about the pace and impact of climate change across Europe.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Discover the 'wonderful' thatched roofed pub named among the best in Buckinghamshire
The Old Thatched Inn in Adstock has been named as one of the best in the county. Here's why.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Marlow shop applies to sell alcohol every day until 11pm
A premises licence has been submitted for Kingswood Local at 3 Kingswood Parade, Marlow Bottom, to sell alcohol between 6am and 11pm.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
College support leader recognised with MBE for services to education
An education leader who has spent decades supporting vulnerable learners in Buckinghamshire has been recognised.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New dragon-themed summer holiday event for kids to launch at Bucks museum
Families across Buckinghamshire are being invited to embark on a mythical summer journey as Discover Bucks Museum launches a new interactive trail for children.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Public footpath in Buckinghamshire to close next week for barn demolition works
A public footpath in Iver is set to close temporarily from July 1 to allow for barn demolition works.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:52:47 +0100
Cancellations for Bucks amid heatwave warnings
Good morning, welcome to our continued coverage of closures and general disruption due to the heatwave.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four-bedroom architect designed home in Penn now on sale for £1,745,000
A four-bedroom home in Penn that offers a 'superb indoor-outdoor lifestyle' is currently on sale for just under £1.75m.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
One of the most beautiful townhouses in Marlow hits market for £2m
A Victorian townhouse that has been fully renovated is for sale with a guide price of just under £2 million

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Five-bedroom home with games floor and pool goes on the market for £3.95m
A five bedroom detached home in Marlow with a games room and swimming pool is now on sale.

Sat, 27 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Road closures taking place across Maidenhead from July 13
A slew of road closures are set to take place across the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead from July 13 for carriageway resurfacing works.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man who died in car crash was 'likely' over legal alcohol limit, inquest told
A 22-year-old killed in an M40 crash was ‘likely’ above the legal alcohol limit when he ‘lost control’ of the car.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Councillor slams lack of action after overgrown hedges block High Wycombe pavements
A High Wycombe councillor has criticised the local authority’s response to overgrown hedges obstructing pavements, warning that the issue is forcing pedestrians into dangerous situations on busy roads.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:30:38 +0100
High Wycombe murder trial 'discontinued' until 2027
A High Wycombe murder trial has been discontinued.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:01:27 +0100
Frustration as campaigners say town centre public loos must reopen
Campaigners in High Wycombe are calling for the town centre public toilets to reopen after they were closed nearly six years ago.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:06:40 +0100
Will Thames Water introduce a hosepipe ban amid 'exceptional demand'?
Thames Water has said it is seeing "exceptionally high demand" for water as the heatwave continues.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:27:46 +0100
Bucks Council finally reveal sale price of prominent Wycombe office building
Buckinghamshire Council has bowed to pressure from the LDRS and finally revealed how much it sold one of Wycombe’s most prominent public buildings for.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 11:10:28 +0100
Multi vehicle crash causes delays of almost 40 minutes on M25 - as it happened
A multi vehicle crash was reported, causing traffic and delays between the M4 Junction 15 and M40 Junction 16

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks disruption amid the heatwave - round up
Buckinghamshire faced widespread disruption as a record-breaking heatwave gripped the county, forcing early closures, school shutdowns, and urgent public health warnings.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Councillors refuse plans for 45 homes described as 'would be devastating' for town
Plans to build 45 homes which residents warned would be, “devastating” for Old Amersham, have been refused by councillors.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 16:48:43 +0100
Ambulance service declares critical incident in extreme heat
South Central Ambulance Service has declared a critical incident amid the extreme heatwave which is putting massive strain on the NHS.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 15:49:41 +0100
When will the heatwave finally end in Bucks?
High temperatures are set to linger a little longer before a welcome cooldown.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:39:00 +0100
Is crime rising in one of Bucks’ safest towns? Locals and visitors respond
Residents, shoppers and visitors in Marlow have spoken out about what they describe as a recent rise in crime in the town, despite its long-standing reputation as one of Buckinghamshire’s safest and most affluent areas.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Woman bludgeoned ex with metal pole before stashing body in bathroom, jury told
A woman accused of murdering her long-term partner allegedly hit him with a metal pole ‘three or four’ times after he could not find a model train set, a court has heard.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:40:42 +0100
'Do not eat' warning issued to Morrisons shoppers as supermarket apologises
Morrisons shoppers have been issued a “do not eat” warning after the supermarket recalled one of its products

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:24:14 +0100
Buckinghamshire pub named one of the most attractive in the UK - Do you agree?
A Marlow pub has been recognised on a national stage after a striking transformation from a former high street shop.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:44:17 +0100
£255,000 fund to help Buckinghamshire schools go fully phone-free
Secondary schools across Buckinghamshire are set to benefit from a share of £255,000 in new funding aimed at helping them become fully mobile phone free.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:35:02 +0100
Rugby player who represented England at the 2025 World Cup given honorary degree
A Buckinghamshire-born rugby star has been recognised for her outstanding achievements after being awarded an honorary degree by Middlesex University.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 07:14:52 +0100
PAPER PREVIEW: Man, 62, was hit 'three of four times' by ex before dying
This week's Bucks Free Press is out on newsstands now - packed with dozens of local stories you won't be able to read anywhere else.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
‘Gobsmacked’ parent reacts as sixth form places withdrawn at Sir William Ramsay
A parent has spoken of her shock after being told her child would no longer be able to stay on at Sir William Ramsay School for sixth form.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:56:00 +0100
2,000 people sign petition urging Buckinghamshire Council to reverse decision
A petition demanding Buckinghamshire Council restore public viewing of planning comments after the authority removed them from public view, has ended with over 2,000 signatures.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:41:43 +0100
'Surge in mosquitoes' could hit the UK soon as warning over bites issued
Wet and warm weather could trigger a surge in mosquito activity across the UK, experts have warned.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Actor says miniature pigs make 'affectionate' pets compared with dogs
As the cost of living continues to rise, more people are reportedly considering pigs as a pocket-friendly pet.

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:45:05 +0100
Bank shuts down all new mortgage deals after 188 years from next week
Nationwide, which Clydesdale Bank earlier this year, announced the move on June 24

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Plans unveiled to transform former Burgers site in Marlow
Plans have been unveiled to transform the former home of Burgers in Marlow.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 21:47:25 +0100
Crash on M4-Overturned car- Recap
A crash on the M4 is causing all traffic to be held between J8 High Wycombe and J10 Reading

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:18:56 +0100
Police warn over off-road dirt bikes being ridden on public roads
Police have issued a warning about the rise of off-road dirt bikes on public roads.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:15:08 +0100
Bucks fire fighters attended oil tank fire
An oil tank and electrical equipment caught fire, prompting an emergency response.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 18:03:00 +0100
High Wycombe fire fighters attended bus fire on M40
A bus fire occurred on a busy stretch of the M40.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:55:24 +0100
Person trapped after three-vehicle collision in Buckinghamshire village
A collision involving three vehicles occurred in Holmer Green.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 17:11:34 +0100
Historic bridge to be closed to all vehicles overnight this weekend
Marlow Bridge will be closed to all vehicles overnight, over the weekend.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:49:15 +0100
High Wycombe nursery with 'positive role models' meets expected standards
Partou Bambinos Day Nursery & Pre-School in Terriers, High Wycombe, was found to be meeting 'expected standards' in an inspection by Ofsted.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:31:10 +0100
Facial recognition vans to be deployed in Amersham
Police facial recognition vans will be deployed in Amersham to help identify suspects and deter criminal activity.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 16:17:03 +0100
Marlow police warn about off-road dirt bikes
Police in Marlow are noticing an increase in the presence of off-road dirt bikes, especially in Bourne End, Stokenchurch and Lane End.

Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:30:38 +0100
Red weather warning extended in Buckinghamshire
A red weather warning has been extended as extreme heat grips the country.

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