Luton Hoo Estate

12/10/2026

Book your place now on October's 'Talk on Monday' - 26 October
Researching orchards in Luton - The community gardeners from Luton Edible High Town work hard to keep their local orchard alive. Investigating similar community orchards resulted in the recent Luton Orchards project. Join the project coordinator, Konni Dieppe, on a journey through historical maps, photographs and stories of Luton’s orchards from the past until today including a new apple variety!
These talks are a great way to stay active in the colder months - get out and about - discover something fascinating about a new subject, and meet new friends, and all for just £7.50!
For details and booking: www.trybooking.com/uk/122114

10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day - Over 90% of surveyed farmers view poor mental health as one the biggest hidden challenges facing the agricultural sector.
Working hours, isolation and financial strain, combined with physical health challenges contribute greatly to the high figures of mental health issues in the industry.
But there is help
RABI Helpline: Call 0800 188 4444 for free farming support.
Samaritans: Call 116 123 for free, 24/7 mental health support. • The Farming Community Network (FCN) 03000 111 999 / [email protected]
Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI): 0800 188 4444 / [email protected]
Farm Safety Foundation (Yellow Wellies): 01789 416 065 / [email protected]
Shout (Farmer Text Service): Text “Hawkstone” to 85258

Or reach out to a friend, co worker or family member.
Everybody has demons - Conversation kills demons.

08/10/2026

07/10/2026

Autumn Open Day at the Walled Garden * 28th October 10.30 - 1 *

It’s just around the corner, so come along and enjoy some autumnal fun in our wonderful Walled Garden!

Blow away the cobwebs, enjoy some autumn-themed arts and crafts, and get creative with something special to make and take home.

It’s the perfect chance to enjoy the garden, soak up the last of the season and have some fun before we close our doors for 2026.

Just £5 per child & £3 per adult
Under 2s – FREE
Carers – FREE
Parking – FREE
No need to pre book - Pay at the garden gate

27/09/2026

Next Wednesday, 30th Septemeber is the last Open Wednesday of 2026 - Pop by and visited the wonderful Walled Garden before we close the garden gate for another season. With tea/coffee andsomething delicious availabe within the walls of the garden. Something to take home at the garden shop, and Season Tikets available at the garden gate for the 2027 season (Only £20 each - fantastic Christmas/gift idea) and the garden remarkably still full of colour and interest after the challenging season we have had. Thats Wednesday sorted!

25/09/2026

WINTER TALKS 2026/2027 -
LUTON’S LOST ORCHARDS: HISTORY, STORIES & A NEW APPLE VARIETY

Monday 26 October 2026 | 10.30am–12.30pm
Luton Hoo Estate Office

Join us for the first of our 2026/2027 Winter Talks and discover the fascinating history of Luton’s orchards.

The community gardeners from Luton Edible High Town work hard to keep their local orchard alive. Investigating similar community orchards resulted in the recent Luton Orchards project. Join the project coordinator, Konni Dieppe, on a journey through historical maps, photographs and stories of Luton’s orchards from the past until today including a new apple variety!

A fascinating morning for anyone interested in local history, Luton’s heritage, gardening, orchards and the stories behind our landscape.

Luton Hoo Estate Office
Mondays | 10.30am–12.30pm
Tea and coffee from 10.30am
Talk begins at 11.00am
Cost: £7.50

Places are available to book here:
https://www.trybooking.com/uk/event/122114