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Tom Carr

Tom Carr is the Bedford Independent's Sport Editor, covering all sport in the Borough.

Tom has been front and centre of sport in the town since 2016, writing for various publications before joining the Bedford Independent team, primarily as the Bedford Blues reporter in August 2019.

Tom later stepped into the new role of Sport Editor in 2022, and has since written about a wide variety of sports across Bedford Borough, incorporating professional, semi-pro and grassroots sport.

As the Sport Editor of the Bedford Independent, Tom leads the title’s sporting coverage, with relationships across clubs, community groups and individuals who have gone on to make the professional game.

Born in Bedford, Tom has lived in the town all his life and has been part of multiple community clubs over the years, including Bedford Cricket Club, Bedford Park Rangers, and Riverside Tennis Club, among others.

He is also a qualified football referee and cricket umpire.

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Bedford Blues rising up the table after fourth straight max points win at Blackheath

Bedford Blues are up to fifth in Champ Rugby after Fred Tuilagi's 79th-minute try added an invaluable bonus point to a 40-27 victory against new boys, Blackheath on Saturday (7 November)...

Second half blitz helps Real Bedford to win over Rushall Olympic

A brace from Jordan Ponticelli and a bullet header from captain, Drew Richardson was enough to confirm back-to-back wins for Real Bedford as they beat Rushall Olympic 3-0 at the Ledger Stadium...

Lest we forget: 2026 Armistice Day and Remembrance Day events in Bedford Borough

Events to mark Armistice Day and Remembrance Day in Bedford have been confirmed, with a parade and service of remembrance leading the way this Sunday (8 November)...

‘Your Voice, Our Future’ initiative asks Bedfordians to help shape healthcare at Bedford Hospital

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust have launched a new public engagement programme in order to gain the views of Bedfordians on the hospital care they receive. The Trust...

The festive season is here as the ‘Living it Up’ Winter Fair returns this November

With Halloween and Bonfire Night now behind us, attentions turns to Christmas and one Bedford-based charity is kicking off the festive season with the return of their popular Winter Fair...

Bedford Borough Council pick up two prizes at the Improvement East Inclusion Awards

Bedford Borough Council are celebrating two prizes at the Improvement East Inclusion Awards this week. The 'Team Around the School' pilot scheme won the 'Early Intervention' award...

Real Bedford rally for morale-boosting win at Anstey Nomads

Real Bedford once again went a goal down early on, but bounced back to register a much-needed 2-1 Southern League win at Anstey Nomads on Tuesday night (3 November)...

Bedford Tigers launch second bid to go pro with London Broncos partnership

Rugby league club Bedford Tigers are continuing their hunt for a spot in the professional ranks, as they have confirmed they have applied to replace London Broncos in the Championship...

“Age is just a registration category” says 70-year old endurance athlete who shows no signs of slowing down

Turning 70 has not slowed down one Bedford triathlete and marathon runner, who is now preparing for her next sporting challenge, saying "age is just a registration category"...

Three in a row for Blues as second half burst ensures Hartpury victory

Bedford Blues soared clear with four tries in the second half as they completed a third straight maximum point victory in Champ Rugby with a 45-21 triumph over Hartpury at Goldington Road...

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