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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:05:16 +0100
Heathrow Airport flight delays and cancellations today
Some holidaymakers have seen their flights delayed or cancelled at Heathrow Airport today (Monday, August 24), according to Flightradar24.com.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Parking shake-up could bring new yellow lines and longer stays across Gerrards Cross
Drivers could be given more time to park in Gerrards Cross under plans for a shake-up of restrictions.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: The man behind Marlow Bridge
If you live in Marlow, there are some things you can probably picture without even trying. The bunting adorning the High Street in the heat of summer. The fog rising off the river on a cool morning. The boats passing through the lock.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Clarks confirms closure date for High Wycombe store
Clarks has confirmed it will close its High Wycombe store before the end of the year.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:30:52 +0100
Diners have just days to use loyalty points at restaurant chain shutting 195 sites
Beefeater and Brewers Fayre customers have been urged to use their loyalty points before the restaurants close in September
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:24:23 +0100
‘One of a kind’ Race Across The World star Jo Gardiner dies a year after son
Her son and co-star Sam Gardiner died after a car accident last year.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:22:45 +0100
Popular sunscreen sold in Boots banned from the UK after being labelled 'high risk'
A Bubble Cosmetics sunscreen has been rejected from the UK after it was labelled as "high risk".
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:37:56 +0100
Drivers face possible MOT test price hike as calls made for major increase
The cost of MOT tests on cars could nearly double under new guidelines proposed to the Government.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Make magical Christmas memories at Bisham Abbey
Set on the banks of the River Thames, historic Bisham Abbey is preparing to welcome families, friends and colleagues for a sparkling programme of festive events this December.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Bisham Abbey — meeting more than expectations
Bisham Abbey offers a meeting and events experience like no other, combining impressive grounds, unique heritage and flexible spaces with a dedicated events team on hand to ensure everything runs smoothly.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four-bedroom detached house for sale in Downley on sale for £750,000
The Selwood Way property offers 'spacious and versatile accommodation' and is situated in the village of Downley.
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Mon, 24 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man arrested after knife incident in South Bucks police operation
Thames Valley Police’s Special Constabulary officers supported colleagues across South Buckinghamshire, volunteering 50 hours of service over the weekend.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Man sentenced for carrying crowbar at car boot sale
A man has been sentenced after admitting to carrying a crowbar in public.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 11:16:24 +0100
Police appeal after reports of 'loud' speeding cars in Marlow
Police are seeking information after reports of speeding vehicles on Dedmere Road, Marlow, during the early hours of Sunday morning (August 23).
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Old photos from yesteryear - The residents of Penn from the 1940s and 50s
Here we take a look at the activities which the people living in the village of Penn would have been involved with during the 1940 and 1950s. The pictures are from the SWOP website, www.swop.org.uk.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Men's mental health group to host huge nature walk across the Chilterns
A men's mental health group that already hosts regular walks in High Wycombe is inviting people to take part in a special "Big Walk" across the Chilterns next month.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: From a countryside retreat, to a school, to luxury hotel
The residents of Penn & Tylers Green, and the wider area around those villages, are taking a keen interest in the work which is underway at what was known as Penn School, and before that as the Rayners Estate.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: The story of Eskdale Avenue in Chesham
Eskdale Avenue in Chesham is well-known for its trees. It was originally two roads which met and became one. This is the story…
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe church receives £25,000 towards toilet and baby changing
A High Wycombe church has received £25,000 to make its facilities accessible to everyone.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
McLaren Racing challenges residents to complete Silverstone lap for fundraiser
McLaren Racing is asking Buckinghamshire residents to complete virtual laps of Silverstone to raise money for mental health.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:41:24 +0100
Jeremy Clarkson breaks silence on new Grand Tour hosts with blunt warning
Jeremy Clarkson has issued a sweary warning to the three new hosts of Prime Video's The Grand Tour.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:55:44 +0100
Millions could face huge benefit changes as Reform targets PIP and Universal Credit
Reform UK plans to scrap PIP and the Universal Credit health element for working-age adults as part of a proposed £50bn welfare shake-up.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 10:41:53 +0100
Drivers face possible MOT test price hike as calls made for major increase
The cost of MOT tests on cars could nearly double under new guidelines proposed to the Government.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Wycombe to host first indie fantasy book fair
Organised by local authors Liisa Sabah and Matthew Hillsdon, a fantasy book fair will take place in Wycombe on November 7.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe family home with two reception rooms on sale for £550,000
The detached property is located at the end of a cul-de-sac in Curlew Close, Downley, and boasts two reception rooms.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Firefighters urge public to call 999 only in genuine emergencies
Thames Valley Fire Control Service is handling many calls about bonfires, barbecues and other potential fire risks.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe care home praised in fresh CQC inspection
Little Oaks Residential Home, in High Wycombe, was rated 'Good' overall in a recent report by the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Buckinghamshire Mrs Galaxy finalist seeks business sponsors
Srikrishna Chigurupati Miron is representing Buckinghamshire in the 2027 Mrs Galaxy UK pageant.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks graduate’s paramedic research published in Psychology Today
Nick, a paramedic originally from Australia with more than 10 years of experience in the UK, completed his master's degree at Bucks New University.
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Sun, 23 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
UK’s most medalled person launches funding appeal to compete in Olympiad
David Pearce, from High Wycombe, holds the record for the most international medals in history across any discipline.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 10:07:34 +0100
Police seize drugs from four men outside Wycombe block
Police seized cannabis and a grinder after four men were seen outside Sumner House in Wycombe.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:42:33 +0100
Police appeal to find man and woman as £110 taken in supermarket payment
Police are seeking help to identify two people after £110 was allegedly taken during a supermarket payment.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Children’s playground in Chesham removed after safety inspectors find significant rot
A children’s playground is being ripped out after safety inspectors discovered significant rot and ruled equipment unsafe.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
High Wycombe scout leaders set to represent UK at World Scout Jamboree
Two Scouts leaders from High Wycombe are set to help deliver the next World Scout Jamboree in Poland.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Kings Barbers clarifies town centre expansion is a relocation, not third branch
The owner of Kings Barbers has confirmed that the business's newly opened High Wycombe premises is not a third permanent branch, but a relocation from its longstanding Castle Street shop.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Community roadshow brings support services to High Wycombe
More than 180 residents attended a community roadshow organised by Red Kite Community Housing in High Wycombe.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Social club boss urges residents to back town's pubs after numerous closures
The manager of the High Wycombe Social Club has urged residents to support local pubs and clubs before more disappear from the community.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New parcel lockers installed at Morrisons supermarket
Shoppers at Morrisons in High Wycombe now have even more options for collecting and returning parcels following the installation of new parcel lockers outside the supermarket.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dr Challoner’s High School plans new security fencing and gates around its grounds
A Buckinghamshire grammar school has unveiled plans to replace and upgrade security fencing and gates around its grounds.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:42:56 +0100
Brits urged to book flu jabs to help ease winter demand - Check if you're eligible
NHS is urging Brits to start booking flu jabs to ease winter demands in A&E departments.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:41:40 +0100
New ban being introduced at cinemas across the UK amid concerns over privacy
The UK Cinema Association (UKCA) said many venues have already banned or limited the use of the glasses over both privacy and piracy concerns.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Bucks Free Press Camera Club: Our favourite snaps this week
This week's selection from the Bucks Free Press Camera Club showcases Buckinghamshire through a series of striking photographs.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:41:09 +0100
'Do not use' warnings all UK shoppers should be aware of this week
Shoppers have been warned not to use some products and not to eat some foods this week, including items sold at Tesco and Waitrose.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:42:25 +0100
David Tennant opens up on potential to return as 14th Doctor in Doctor Who
David Tennant has not yet returned in audio form as the 14th Doctor, despite featuring as the 10th Doctor in new stories.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Jersey Boys 20th-anniversary tour comes to High Wycombe
Jersey Boys is coming to Wycombe Swan as part of its 20th-anniversary tour.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Everybody’s Talking About Jamie heads to Wycombe Swan
Everybody’s Talking About Jamie will run from Tuesday, March 2, to Saturday, March 6, 2027 at Wycombe Swan.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Agatha Christie celebration show coming to Wycombe Swan
Between The Covers Live! – Celebrating Agatha Christie will take to the stage on October 7 as part of a 10-date UK tour marking 50 years since the death of the Queen of Crime.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0100
John Barrowman bringing musical theatre show to Wycombe Swan
John Barrowman will headline Wycombe Swan on Saturday, September 5.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 10:23:00 +0100
Excitement builds for festival as full line-up is revealed
Windsor Festival is set to return this autumn with a packed programme featuring famous authors, world-class musicians, family events and performances at some of the town’s most historic venues.
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Sat, 22 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Discover the 'excellent' and 'delicious' Buckinghamshire fish and chip shop
Berryfields Fish Bar in Aylesbury has earned praise for its "excellent" value and perfectly crispy battered fish.
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Last updated by System Admin on 27th August, 2018