Global superstar Harry Styles chooses independent Bedford coffee shop for a midweek pick-me-up

One of the world’s biggest pop stars was spotted enjoying a quiet coffee in Bedford town centre this morning (Wednesday). Harry Styles surprised staff at Bedford’s No. 7 Coffee House…
What’s on Bedford: 22 April – 3 May 2026

Your weekly what’s on guide for Bedford and the surrounding area from The Bedford Clanger. Never miss a thing in Bedford ever again. From theatre to film, live music to art exhibitions, The Bedford…
Young table tennis star wins silver at National Championships in Kettering

A young table tennis star is celebrating this week after scoring a silver medal at a national event held in Kettering. Sanav Sethi, 9, who is a member of Bedford Community Table Tennis Club…
Bedford Borough collects 170 tonnes of food waste in first two weeks

Bedford Borough Council says 170 tonnes of food waste have been collected in two weeks as residents are urged to report bin issues online. More than 170 tonnes of food waste…
Bedford landlords: Your guide to selling a tenanted property

Some Bedford landlords are choosing to exit the buy-to-let market. Rising mortgage costs, tax changes, and incoming legislation under the Renters Rights Act are all contributing…
From high street bookmakers to mobile apps gambling habits are evolving

If you walk through Bedford town centre now, the betting shops are still there, but they don’t feel quite the same. You pass them without really thinking about it. A couple of people inside…