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Marsh House in Marsh Farm with its iconic Bob Marley mural

From ancient beginnings to rave legacy – Luton Henge Festival to celebrate Marsh Farm spirit

July 16, 2025 Music and arts desk Comments Off

A once-in-a-generation celebration of Luton’s spirit will take place this summer as the newly completed henge in Marsh Farm is officially launched with a free, all-day festival. The Luton Henge Festival will take place on […]

The ‘revolutionary’ rave spirit of Exodus returns to Luton in daring new street theatre tribute

March 13, 2025 James Cunliffe Comments Off

Luton’s radical rave heritage is being brought back to life this week in spectacular fashion with Rave New World, a high-energy outdoor theatre event that pays homage to the legendary Exodus Collective. Blending music, aerial […]

Music

JW Paris drop Britpop-inspired anthem ‘with sonic nods’ to Elastica, Blur, Pulp and Oasis

October 3, 2025 Comments Off on JW Paris drop Britpop-inspired anthem ‘with sonic nods’ to Elastica, Blur, Pulp and Oasis

Luton’s own JW Paris are back with a brand-new single, ‘Anything’ — a shimmering, swaggering slice of 90s-inspired Britpop that captures both the nostalgia and restless energy of a British summer night. The three-piece — [...]
Food and drink

Pints and pride: YouTuber raises a glass to Luton’s pubs — and calls time on town’s critics

September 1, 2025 Comments Off on Pints and pride: YouTuber raises a glass to Luton’s pubs — and calls time on town’s critics

Luton is no stranger to harsh headlines. But away from a long line of column inches painting the town in an unflattering light, one seasoned pub-goer has found something very different: a town centre brimming [...]