BedPop Repair Shop comes to the Higgins Bedford 

Got something that’s broken, that you think could be repaired if only you knew how? Do you hate the thought of throwing things away simply because you don’t have the know-how or necessary tools? Then help is at hand! Bring your broken toasters, frayed jeans etc to the BedPop Repair Shop and our team of […]

Independent fine jewellery designer épanoui celebrate their first year in business

Congratulations to yet another Bedford indie retailer celebrating their anniversary this month: epanoui.  We asked owner Hannah Paine to describe the whirlwind of a year that she’s had: “I’m delighted to be celebrating such a successful first year since the opening of the épanoui shop and studio on Mill Street, Bedford. Épanoui literally means to […]

The Museum Takeover

Museum Takeover is a celebration of young people’s contributions to The Higgins Bedford. We’re inviting 13 to 18 year olds to run the museum (with support from the staff and volunteers). If you would like to have a go at being a gallery volunteer, help to welcome visitors at front of house or try your hand at being […]

Booktastic is Back

Bedford’s bookworms are in for a treat at the end of the month as BookTastic Children’s Book Festival returns for its third year. Sponsored by Rogan’s Books, the event will take place on the grounds of the Panacea Musuem on Newnham Road, Bedford and will feature a host of awesome authors, illuminating illustrators and wonderful […]

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