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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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New kit deal for Bedford Town signals new start at the Eyrie

Bedford Town Football Club have confirmed a new agreement with a kit supplier for the new season, and have revealed their new home shirt. The club have reached an agreement with...

Sports reporter opens up about mental health: “The dark days are behind me”

Mental Health Awareness Week (18 -24 May), is an opportunity for all of us to think about a topic that has gained traction in recent years; our mental health. Mental health is...

Bedford and County Athletes compete in ‘Virtual Mile Challenge’

Athletes from Bedford and County Athletics Club competed in the 'Virtual Mile Challenge' to commemorate Sir Roger Bannister's famous feat...

Bedford’s ‘Blues Foundation’ launches first project

The new charitable arm of Bedford Blues Rugby Club, Blues Foundation, are launching their first project as they seek to provide support for the most vulnerable in the community...

Bedford Blues’ Goldington Road makes Top 10 list of world grounds in Times article

The home of Bedford Blues, Goldington Road, has been placed as the 6th best ground in world rugby according to Stephen James of The Times...

Irish TV star fronts Bedford Blues documentary on the spirit of rugby

Sean Treacy, a 15-year old filmmaker who resides just outside Dublin has teamed up with Bedfordian entrepreneur and producer, Harry Beard to create 'More Than Just a Game'...

Bedford and County Athletics Club compete in virtual road race

Bedford and County Athletics Club's Senior Men finished in fourth spot in the Virtual National Road Relays, and the club’s Age Graded team finished...

Bedford doctor returns from semi-retirement to help fight coronavirus

Dr Richard Norris, a semi-retired doctor, has gone from a few shifts per month to five shifts per week in order to help his NHS colleagues fight the...

Bedford Blues offer free tickets to NHS staff fighting coronavirus

With preparations for next season now officially under way, Bedford Blues have committed to giving free tickets to NHS staff for their first home game...

Bedford Athletic Rugby Club appeal for help as pandemic causes shutdown

The Chairman of Bedford Athletic Rugby Club has today appealed for financial help from members and the general public as the coronavirus pandemic has...

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