4 March 2026
Why Does Milton Keynes Have Over 1,000 Roundabouts?
Milton Keynes has over 1,000 roundabouts — more than almost anywhere else in the UK. Here’s why they were built and what makes some of them famous.
Category: Discover MK
90+ Languages: Milton Keynes as One of the UK’s Most Diverse Cities
Over 90 languages are spoken in Milton Keynes, making it one of the most diverse cities in the UK. Here’s the story behind MK’s multicultural identity.
Cock and Bull Stories: The Stony Stratford Origin of a Famous Phrase
The phrase “cock and bull story” is believed to have originated in Stony Stratford — now part of the MK borough. The story of two rival coaching inns and a famous expression.
Amazing Grace: The Hymn Written in Olney, Milton Keynes
Amazing Grace was written by John Newton in Olney — now part of the MK borough. The story behind one of the world’s most famous hymns and its surprising MK connection.
35 Minutes from London: Why MK Is One of the Best Commuter Cities in the UK
Milton Keynes is just 35 minutes from London Euston — faster than many London suburbs. Why MK has become one of the UK’s best cities for London commuters.
Campbell Park: 20+ Public Art Installations You Can Visit Free in MK
Campbell Park contains over 20 permanent public art installations you can visit for free. A guide to MK’s most underappreciated outdoor gallery.
MK’s 150-Mile Redway Network — Cycling Across a City Without Touching a Road
MK’s Redway network stretches over 150 miles — you can cycle across the entire city without touching a road. The story of one of the UK’s best cycling infrastructures.
Milton Keynes: One of the Fastest Growing Cities in the UK
Milton Keynes is one of the fastest growing cities in the UK, adding thousands of residents every year. Why people are choosing MK and what rapid growth means for the city.
The National Bowl: MK’s Legendary Outdoor Music Venue
The National Bowl has hosted The Rolling Stones, Eminem, U2 and tens of thousands more. The story of MK’s legendary outdoor music venue.
1 March 2026
The Tree Cathedral — Milton Keynes’ Best Kept Secret
In a quiet corner of Newlands, Milton Keynes, something genuinely extraordinary is growing. It has a nave, transepts, a chancel, an apse, and a lady…