Buckden Towers

Patrick McKay RIP 1984
2026-09-26 00:00 (Europe/London)

Patricia Mary Huebsch Huff RIP 2022
2026-09-26 00:00

James Moraghan RIP 2016
2026-09-25 00:00

Maria Dolores Wyness RIP 2011
2026-09-23 00:00

Katharina Johanna Hepher RIP 1980
2026-09-20 00:00

Ellen Margaret Donoghue RIP 1981
2026-09-19 00:00

Quiz Night at the Towers
2026-09-18 19:00 - 22:00 | Claret Centre
The Friends of Buckden Towers Quiz Nights are a firm favourite in the local calendar—lively, welcoming evenings that bring people together for a bit of friendly competition, plenty of laughter, and a shared purpose.
Held in a relaxed and sociable atmosphere, quiz nights are open to everyone—whether you come as a team, join others on the night, or simply want to enjoy an engaging evening out. Questions range widely, ensuring there’s something for everyone, from general knowledge and history to music, culture, and the occasional curveball.
🎉 What to expect

A fun and friendly quiz suitable for all ages
Teams of friends, families, and newcomers
Light refreshments and the option to bring your own nibbles
A welcoming, community-focused atmosphere

Above all, these evenings are about coming together—meeting others, sharing a table, and enjoying the simple pleasure of a good quiz night.
📅 Dates for 2026
From the Friends’ current programme, quiz nights are scheduled for:

Friday 18 September 2026
Friday 20 November 2026

(Dates typically fall on Friday evenings—please check the Friends website for any updates.)
🌿 Supporting the Towers
All proceeds from the quiz nights go towards the ongoing care and conservation of Buckden Towers. By taking part, you are directly supporting the preservation of this historic site and helping to ensure it remains a place of welcome for the community.
👉 Find out more and keep up to date via:https://friendsofbuckdentowers.co.uk

✨ A great evening with a purpose
Whether you come to test your knowledge or simply to enjoy the atmosphere, the Friends’ Quiz Nights offer a perfect blend of fun, friendship, and support for Buckden Towers.

Elvira De Borgas Bernardino RIP 2015
2026-09-18 00:00

Maureen Mullen RIP 2024
2026-09-17 00:00

Agnes Maud Mobius RIP 1987
2026-09-17 00:00

Edward Robert Mobius RIP 1987
2026-09-17 00:00

Joseph Minihan RIP 2007
2026-09-17 00:00

Anthony (Tony) Gilchrist RIP 2013
2026-09-17 00:00

Brian Moroney RIP 2013
2026-09-16 00:00

Edward McCardle RIP 1993
2026-09-16 00:00

Francis Thompson RIP 1983
2026-09-15 00:00

Jim Byrne RIP 2021
2026-09-15 00:00

Margaret Smart RIP 1972
2026-09-07 00:00

Hilda Margaret Mount RIP 1993
2026-09-05 00:00

Brian Loakman RIP 1999
2026-09-05 00:00

Pasquale Barbone RIP 2014
2026-09-04 00:00

Norma Agnes Burrows RIP 2019
2026-09-03 00:00

Mary Anne Finn RIP 2019
2026-09-02 00:00

Claretian Family Day
2026-08-31 12:00 - 17:30 | Outdoors at Buckden Towers, PE19 5TA
Each year, on the Bank Holiday Monday at the end of August, the grounds of Buckden Towers become a place of joyful reunion as the wider Claretian family gathers from across the country.
This long-standing tradition brings together people connected with the Claretian Missionaries—parishioners, friends, and communities—for a day that is as much about belonging and shared mission as it is about relaxation and celebration. In 2026 the Claretian Missionaries are celebrating 70- years since they arrived. Check out how the site looked in 1956 when they arrived. Then put 31st August 2026 (this year’s date) in your diary!!
The day typically begins around midday, with a warm welcome extended to all who arrive. Claretian Missionaries host a barbecue in the grounds, with food provided, creating an easy and generous hospitality that invites people simply to come and enjoy the day together.
As the afternoon unfolds, the focus gently turns towards worship. A concelebrated outdoor Mass, often held in the beautiful Tudor garden, gathers everyone in a shared moment of prayer and thanksgiving—an expression of unity across the different communities linked to the Claretians.
Afterwards, the day continues in a relaxed and sociable way, with refreshments and afternoon tea, and plenty of time to reconnect:

catching up with familiar faces
meeting others from across the Claretian network
enjoying the peaceful, historic surroundings

Set within the remarkable setting of Buckden Towers—a former bishop’s palace now serving as a retreat and conference centre—the event carries a distinctive atmosphere: open, welcoming, and rooted in both heritage and community life.
Above all, the Claretian Family Day is not just an event but an experience of coming home—a moment in the year when the wider Claretian family gathers, celebrates, and renews the bonds that connect them.

Ralph de Ritis RIP 1982
2026-08-30 00:00

Margaret Patricia Golding RIP 1979
2026-08-28 00:00

Peter James Unsworth RIP 1982
2026-08-27 00:00

Steve Walsh RIP 1976
2026-08-25 00:00

David Beavor RIP 2018
2026-08-25 00:00
