Read The New January 2026 Edition
Explore what’s inside the latest edition of Bee Local Magazine for the Leighton Buzzard community
Here are some highlights of what’s inside. Use the quick page links to read.
- Your New Year Goals
Before you make plans for 2026 here’s a checklist for a self-audit. Turn your real-life hindsight into data to take the guesswork out of setting meaningful goals. Page 8
- Fed up with making and failing resolutions?
Why swear to become a better human only to fail a couple of weeks later? Try our alternative resolution list and find something you excel at and enjoy. Page 15
- Understanding Dysgraphia
Dysgraphia is different from Dyslexia, find out more about getting your child help. Page 17

- Do you need a dehumidifer
Condensation and humidity can led to problems for your home and your health. Read more on page 18

- When should older drivers handover the keys
Driving gives independence and freedom but if poor vision or cognitive decline causes risk it is important to have an honest conversation Page 22

There’s even more inside
- A year to change your career page 24
- Ginger and Peanut Chicken recipe page 30
- Composting when it’s cold page 32
- Dunstable Student Winning All The Way
Demi, a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Digital Art and Design student at The Bedford College Group campus was recently presented with her ‘Best in Show’ Graphic… Read more: Dunstable Student Winning All The Way - Cyclists invited to take on scenic challenge
Cyclists can now book their place for Willen Hospice’s Cycle Sportive 2026 onSunday 6 September, which winds through the beautiful Buckinghamshire andNorthamptonshire countryside. Starting and finishing at… Read more: Cyclists invited to take on scenic challenge - 30 Experiences. Two Days, One Welcome
This July locals and visitors are invited to slow their pace and see the ChilternsNational Landscape differently during the first ever Chilterns Discovery Day weekend.T aking place… Read more: 30 Experiences. Two Days, One Welcome - Olympic and Paralympic stars officially open new £33.9m Leighton Leisure and Community Centre
The state-of-the-art facility, operated by Everyone Active on behalf of Central Bedfordshire Council, represents a £33.9 million investment in health, wellbeing and community facilities for Leighton Buzzard… Read more: Olympic and Paralympic stars officially open new £33.9m Leighton Leisure and Community Centre - Chance to win £3,000 while funding compassionate local hospice care
Willen Hospice is giving the Milton Keynes community the chance of winning a top prizeof £3,000, while also supporting compassionate local hospice care. The annual Summer Super… Read more: Chance to win £3,000 while funding compassionate local hospice care






