28 Photos That Prove Bedford is Beautiful

Do you live in Bedford, but you’re not loving it? Feeling a bit uninspired by your surroundings?

Then look no further than the @LiveBedford Instagram account,  set up by local photographers Cat Lane and Faith Dwight, to showcase all that is beautiful about Bedford.

Cat and Faith’s Phonetography tips 

• Use the camera on your phone, specifically the square mode – then share to Instagram
• Try and find the light, for a clean, bright, well-lit shot
• Download and use the VSCO Cam App for filters

Don’t forget to use #livebedford  to share your photos!

We’ve rounded up our faves from the inspiring instagallery.

Anybody squeeze in a Saturday stroll before the rain took over? Loving this snap of a Bedford stroller by @umcn. | #livebedford

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Oct 10, 2015 at 10:03am PDT

It’s a glorious day for an Autumn walk in the Beds countryside. Loving this snap by @goldenharegallery, who was having a picnic and watching her farmer boyfriend on his tractor! Thanks for using #livebedford! A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Oct 11, 2015 at 7:07am PDT

Can beer be beautiful? We think so! Especially if it’s Banana Bread Beer. Loving this snap from Bedford-based @wellsbrewery. Thanks for sharing it with us, guys! | #livebedford

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Oct 10, 2015 at 5:25am PDT

Loooooove this shot of the Bedford Borough Council offices. Angular, brutal, harsh…but so beautiful. | thanks for the shot, @katielallen! | remember to tag #livebedford for us to see your snaps of #bedford A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Feb 27, 2016 at 7:55am PST

Blue skies, sunshine and flowers along the Marston Vale train line today.. what more could you ask for!

Symmetry is one of our favourite things.. as is this gorgeous shot by @sallyforder of Houghton House! Thanks for tagging #livebedford!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Apr 25, 2016 at 1:11pm PDT

@quarrytheatre, you had us at “original church windows.” Thanks for tagging #livebedford!

We just spent a SUPER lovely morning with @priyangill of @thebedfordclanger talking all things #livebedford! We’re feeling inspired by the conversation AND by this bakewell tart from @fancybakery. We’re so happy you’re following us! Remember to tag #livebedford so we can share your gorgeous pics of our town.

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Apr 12, 2016 at 3:02am PDT

Happy Easter! Hundreds of people followed our local passion play through the streets of #Bedford yesterday, and watched as it culminated in a depiction of the Crucifixion story on Castle Mound! We’re loving seeing photos of it pop up around the Internet – this one’s from @sally_boyes. Thanks for tagging #livebedford!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Mar 27, 2016 at 10:44am PDT

Is it Spring yet? || Thanks for the reminder that the sun will shine again, @kelly.gould! #livebedford

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Feb 19, 2016 at 12:30pm PST

On cold and windy days, @thehigginsbedford is one of our top picks of places to visit. || thanks for this inside shot, @aroundtheworldin80pairsofshoes || #livebedford

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Nov 30, 2015 at 11:36pm PST

We can’t decide what’s the best part of this shot by @hutch_pr: -the gorgeous blossom -the Devonshire Arms -or the dog beckoning us in for a pint. Thanks for tagging #livebedford!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Apr 17, 2016 at 2:17pm PDT

10 points if you can name the Bedford park where this big slide is located! || Thanks for sharing, @fabrecated! || If you’d like your photos of Bedford featured, remember to use #livebedford.

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Oct 21, 2015 at 2:20pm PDT

I love this unique perspective of an Embankment walk, taken by @leighakendall just next to Castle Mound. Thanks so much for sharing! Want to share your #bedford photos with us? Just tag #livebedford!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Nov 5, 2015 at 10:44am PST

A stunning wintery sunset on the Embankment by @grahamphotographer. Want us to feature your Bedford photos? Hashtag #livebedford to give us permission!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Oct 17, 2015 at 11:50am PDT

How’s Monday treatin’ ya? We can’t get enough of the shutters on the ceiling of the gorgeous D’Parys Hotel & Restaurant. Thanks for the photo, @heyashbash! | #livebedford

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Oct 12, 2015 at 12:17pm PDT

I think I speak for all rowers when I say “Spring can come on whenever she’s ready.” || thanks for tagging #livebedford @lindasmurray!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Feb 6, 2016 at 10:56am PST

Up and at ’em – it’s Monday! Thanks for this great #sunrise shot, @amyyearley! || don’t forget to tag your photos with #livebedford to be featured!

Isn’t Ampthill pretty? We love this classic village scene by @goldenharegallery. Want to share your #bedford scenes with us? Just tag #livebedford!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Nov 8, 2015 at 12:02pm PST

We are in complete awe of this dramatic Great Denham cycle ride photo.. just look at that sky! Huge thank you to @alfajock for tagging #livebedford. We love your shots!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Nov 10, 2015 at 12:45pm PST

Ah, Castle Mound. Looking ever so slightly more summery than it does today!

No one makes Great Denham look as good as you, @alfajock. Thanks for hashtagging #livebedford! // Want us to feature your Bedford photos? Hashtag #livebedford to give us permission!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Oct 15, 2015 at 3:28am PDT

Spring is upon us, let’s get out there! So many gorgeous places to explore right on Bedford’s doorstep – like the Danish Camp in Willington. Love this shot from @doitislandstyle! Tag your spring adventures in Bedfordshire with #livebedford so we can share them!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Apr 4, 2016 at 4:32am PDT

A beautiful unique perspective on Wrest Park by @lindasmurray – thank you for another gorgeous contribution to #livebedford!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Nov 24, 2015 at 9:41am PST

It’s Monday! How was your weekend? We’re super into this pretty floral shot of the Harpur Centre by @merigrace! | thanks for tagging #livebedford!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Mar 21, 2016 at 6:32am PDT

We’re loving this shot of the four chimneys at the old London Brick Company in #stewartby. Did you know the factory only closed in 2008? The chimneys were going to be demolished then, but they’ve since been listed for preservation of Bedford’s brick-making history. We’re glad, ’cause we like ’em. Thanks for the shot, @omen5798! Remember to tag #livebedford so we can share your #bedford pics!

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Mar 9, 2016 at 4:52am PST

Um…YES. Thanks to @lemon_gingeratthepark for this snap of crochet & treats at The Pavilion in Bedford Park. Follow them for crafty goings-on! They’re one of our #Bedford favourites. #livebedford

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Feb 11, 2016 at 8:23am PST

I couldn’t resist taking the long route round to pick up milk this morning.. what a beautiful place we live in ❤️ #livebedford | photo by @catlanephoto

A photo posted by Live Bedford (@livebedford) on Mar 11, 2016 at 1:42am PST