10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Milton Keynes That You Shouldn't Miss

August 21, 2021 Marlin Saiz

Milton Keynes (/ˌmɪltən ˈkiːnz/ ( listen) MIL-tən KEENZ), locally abbreviated to MK, is a large town in the Borough of Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, of which it is the administrative centre. It was formally designated as a new town on 23 January 1967, with the design brief to become a "city" in scale. It is located about 45 miles (72 km) north-west of London.
Restaurants in Milton Keynes

1. Experience The Country

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5.0 based on 238 reviews

Experience The Country

Experience The Country is set on an 800 acre estate in the Buckinghamshire countryside. But just 10 minutes from Central Milton Keynes. Some activities available are; 4X4 off-road driving, Segways, quad bikes, truck driving, clay pigeon shooting, laser clays, axe throwing, archery, Hen & stag parties, corporate events, team building, product launches, filming location.

2. Milton Keynes Cookery School

The Stables Newport Road The Old Granary, Brooklands Farm, Milton Keynes MK16 0HU England +44 1908 764675 [email protected] http://www.mkcookeryschool.co.uk
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5.0 based on 302 reviews

Milton Keynes Cookery School

Milton Keynes Cookery School offers inspiring and practical cookery courses. We have created the perfect domestic cookery environment to help you develop new skills and new recipes that you will love.Our aim is to inspire creativity in the kitchen - your kitchen. All of our courses are friendly and professional, instilling you with confidence and offering you the tuition and time to develop your skills.We offer both day and evening adult cookery courses, children's courses, private cookery parties, corporate events, Kitchen hire and exclusive local catering services.

Reviewed By 298dannyb - Biggin Hill, United Kingdom

Thank you so much to Chef John and his trusty assistant Bhav for an absolutely amazing experience. Never done anything like this before but would definitely go again. We did a Tapas cookery class, we cooked 4 dishes which tasted fantastic, plus a chicken and vegetable risotto and to top it off, we watched Chef John cook churros we we devoured with lots and lots of chocolate sauce, yummm!

3. Big Rock Hub

Mandeville Drive Kingston, Milton Keynes MK10 0AW England +44 1908 583128 [email protected] http://www.bigrockclimbing.com
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5.0 based on 994 reviews

Big Rock Hub

Looking for a new and exciting experience that you can try on your own, with your friends or as a family? Then you have to try this! Big Rock Hub in Kingston, Milton Keyn is a massive indoor arena with hundreds of different color-coded climbs, from easy challenges for anyone new to climbing, to mega hard climbs designed to test future champions! Our climbing is designed to be fun for everyone and it doesn’t matter what your ability is since the satisfaction from reaching the top is the same whatever your level. It’s social, dynamic, engaging and fun, and regular practice will improve your body dynamics, suppleness, power and strength. You can practise at your own pace and all our climbing is difficulty graded and colour-coded, making it really easy to select challenges that are appropriate to your ability. The climbs are even changed regularly throughout the year too, so there are always new challenges waiting for your next visit.

Reviewed By Q6148YIjanetp

I had a great time during my taster session because I felt safe in the equiment and my instructor Ben gave me encouragement and the confidence to push myself a little bit further. At the end of the session I was very pleased with what I had achieved with Bens coaching. I would definitely recommend the taster session to my friends. Thanks Big Rock.

4. Blackout Escape Rooms

M K Two Business Centre 1-9 Barton Road, Milton Keynes MK2 3HU England +44 800 471 4666 [email protected] https://blackoutgames.co.uk/
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5.0 based on 439 reviews

Blackout Escape Rooms

What would you do if you were trapped and locked in? Would you have the skills to be able to free yourself? Here at Blackout Escape Rooms, we offer 4 uniquely curated rooms each with different stories and a variety of puzzles. No matter if you have never played before and would like to find out what all the fuss is about or if you are expert escaper we have a room for you! Our small staff base will make sure that you feel welcome and support throughout your experience. So why not come and take on the 60 minute challenge today! We changed our name from Escaper MK to Blackout Escape rooms to avoid customer confusion between other similar-sounding businesses.

Reviewed By sarahnicole2106 - Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

We did candy shop and Amy was our host, she was very attentive and made the experience more enjoyable, giving us clues when needed and made us feel comfortable with asking for them! I’ve done every room at Escaper MK and they’re all amazing and well thought out. thank you and I can’t wait to visit the new rooms when there’s more!☺️

5. Locked In A Room

Savoy Crescent Theatre District, Milton Keynes MK9 3PU England +44 20 7476 5571 [email protected] http://lockedinaroom.co.uk/milton/
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5.0 based on 844 reviews

Locked In A Room

Locked In A Room is the home of the UK's largest escape venues. Participants are locked in a room with a series of tests, puzzles and clues that combined allow the unlocking of the rooms mystery and hopefully a successful escape, challenging them every step of the way. As you enter the room you will initially stand there bewildered and then... IT BEGINS!

Reviewed By showtime-martin1

It was our first time trying this and it was great fun So much more fun than the Xbox or PS4 This will separate the leaders from the followers Be warned stay patient pay attention and keep calm and you may just about escape , we did on our first attempt but with only 4 seconds to spare , I must admit I lost my way in there you need a strong leader this can easily test you

6. Vertigo VR

3 Savoy Crescent, Milton Keynes MK9 3PU England +44 1908 464640 [email protected] http://www.vertigovr.co.uk
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5.0 based on 241 reviews

Vertigo VR

Premium Virtual Reality and Entertainment 4000 sq ft Center in Central Milton Keynes Featuring party and event space, VR Arena-room scale VR booths, VR Sphere-VR motion pods, 5D Cinema-3d movies combined with motion and special, eSports broadcasts and free parking.

Reviewed By jogofro

This has been labelled as my 10 year old son's best birthday party ever. The team at Vertigo couldn't have been more helpful and accommodating- special thanks to Gareth and Lewis. The focus really was on the kids having the best experience possible and they spoke with the children with great respect and patience. The VR pods, the VR arena and the 5D cinema have been talked about for days after and the fact that there are Playstations in the party area amazed the party guests. The space is clean and really well looked after. My 13 year old son and 8 year old daughter have now both requested their parties there for next year I can't recommend this place highly enough, we will be back as a family for rainy afternoons too

7. Big Rock Bond

4 Bond Avenue, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK1 1JJ England +44 1908 583128 [email protected] http://www.bigrockclimbing.com/
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5.0 based on 173 reviews

Big Rock Bond

Looking for a new and exciting experience that you can try on your own, with your friends or as a family? Then you have to try this! Big Rock Bond in Bletchley, Milton Keyn is a massive indoor arena with hundreds of different color-coded climbs, from easy challenges for anyone new to climbing, to mega hard climbs designed to test future champions! Our climbing is designed to be fun for everyone and it doesn’t matter what your ability is since the satisfaction from reaching the top is the same whatever your level. It’s social, dynamic, engaging and fun, and regular practice will improve your body dynamics, suppleness, power and strength. You can practise at your own pace and all our climbing is difficulty graded and colour-coded, making it really easy to select challenges that are appropriate to your ability. The climbs are even changed regularly throughout the year too, so there are always new challenges waiting for your next visit.

Reviewed By lisalS9263WG

Our 2 children aged 11 and 12 took part in a Kids Climb Taster session at the Bletchley Centre, they had a great time. The instructor, Abbie, really engaged with them, they felt confident enough to challenge their fears and have fun. They both want to learn to climb on their own.

8. Escape Milton Keynes

26B Stratford Road, Milton Keynes MK12 5LW England +44 7517 417020 [email protected] http://www.escape-miltonkeynes.co.uk
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5.0 based on 147 reviews

Escape Milton Keynes

In A Mysterious Room With 60 Minutes To Get Out. Do You Have What It Takes To Escape? Assemble your team... A live interactive game making use of your observation skills to find clues, solve puzzles and work together in your team to find your way out of the room. Fun for friends, family, work colleagues and a great date night!

Reviewed By sophielK9163HM

We visited escape Milton Keynes for my friends birthday. Choosing the wizarding world themed room as fans of Harry Potter and all things magical it didn’t disappoint! We had a great time! The room was tricky and we did need a few clues but joe was really helpful! Great atmosphere and very organised! Thank you escape :)

9. Escape for Real

Interchange Business Centre Howard Way Units 42, 44, Interchange House, Milton Keynes MK16 9PY England +44 7878 678424 [email protected] http://www.escapeforreal.co.uk/
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Escape for Real

Our games Portal and Beyond Zero are the only escape rooms in Midlands with unique electronic devices and remote locks. If you like high-tech with character and atmosphere these games are for you. We are very conveniently located in the Interchange Business Park, a couple of miles from M1 Junction 14. There is plenty of free parking any time of the day.

Reviewed By 411sumayahb

It was really good fun and everyone thoroughly enjoyed it!! The staff were really friendly and helpful.Definitely something I would recommend to someone up for a challenge!!

10. Bletchley Park

Sherwood Drive, The Mansion, Bletchley, Milton Keynes MK3 6EB England +44 1908 640404 [email protected] http://www.bletchleypark.org.uk
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4.5 based on 7,631 reviews

Bletchley Park

Bletchley Park, home of the WW2 Codebreakers, was once Britain's best kept secret and is now a vibrant heritage attraction open daily for visitors to learn how the Codebreakers' breath-taking achievements helped shorten WW2 by up to two years.

Reviewed By JoanH514 - Gorleston-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Bletchley Park contains a beautiful mansion house, park and lake. Also houses The National Museum of Computing. After the war, it was taken over as a Management Centre and my father was sent there - his office was on the first floor, front of the mansion house, just right of the main entrance. I myself attended a two-week training course there in 1961 so I know it of old and the present. In 2005 I attended a wedding there, the ceremony was held in the library and after in the dance hall. It is open every day. Special Note: Only assistance and guide dogs allowed in. Summer opening: (1 Mar – 31 Oct) From 09.30 to 17.00. Winter opening: (1 Nov – 28 Feb) From 09.30 to 16.00. Online advance prices: Adult – £19.00, Concessions – £16.60 Child 12 to 17 – £11.40 Under 12 – FREE Family Ticket – £49.40, 2 adult & 2 child under 17. On the day prices: Adult – £20.00, Concessions – £17.50 Child 12 to 17 – £12.00 Under 12 – FREE Family Ticket – £52.00, 2 adult & 2 child under 17. During WW2, in 1938, Winston Churchill chose Bletchley Park to be the home of Station X, housing code-breakers, the most famous being Alan Turin who set up the world's first programmable digital electronic computer called 'Colossus'. The scores of wooden 'Huts' that were built in the park, many of which are still standing house historical exhibits, including part of a rebuilt Colossus I was embarrassed to see an old mechanical adding machine on display that I used myself in the 1960s!

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