Letting our lives speak: Quakers in MK past and present
The Quaker Centre, 1 Oakley Gardens, Downhead Park, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK15 9BH
Come and find out what happens at the MK Quaker Centre and hear about the lives of Quakers in MK, both past and present.. See the ‘shop’ filled with well-known British brands and companies founded by Quakers. And find out why Quaker oats have nothing to do with Quakers! Learn about our founder George Fox, born 400 years ago this year.
There’s an opportunity to experience a ‘mini’ Quaker Meeting for Worship. You can find out more about the Quaker Way of life through stories of MK Quakers today. Also, how we belong to a world-wide gathering of Quakers in 87 countries.
There’ll be some Quaker themed creative activities for children.
Enjoy free refreshments in our Garden café - including biscuits made from original recipes from Quaker companies.
Timings & Tours
- Saturday 14 September:
- 1000 - 1600
Location & directions
The Quaker Centre, 1 Oakley Gardens, Downhead Park, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK15 9BH
- Directions:
- Enter Downhead Park from the V9 Overstreet. 1 Oakley Gardens is the first road on the right.
- Contact on day:
- Quaker Centre Wardens Helen and Kevin Stephenson
- Telephone number:
- +447942355257
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
• There’s space for 16 cars and 8 bicycles. • Additional parking can be found in the public car park, adjoining the Cross and Stable Church. This is just across V9 Overstreet in Downs Barn. • Please do not park in the area marked ‘Keep free’ in Oakley Gardens
