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Bedford Ath surrender perfect record with comfortable loss against Shelford

Bedford Athletic were well beaten 41-12 at home by Shelford in Regional Two Midlands East on Saturday (17 October). Having been 7-5 ahead at half time, the side were blown away...

Donated books aim to inspire Bedford’s next generation of birdwatchers

When The Birds of Bedfordshire was published last October by the Bedfordshire Natural History Society, it was more than just a landmark record of local wildlife—it became a catalyst for community...

Letters: Together we can BID for a better Bedford

I read the recent letter calling for greater respect for Bedford with considerable interest. Like the author, I believe our town has enormous potential, and I recognise the frustration...

Bedford train crash hero ‘GP in the green dress’ to receive Pride of Britain Award

Despite suffering a shattered hand and severe bruising in a horrific summer train crash, Bedford GP Dr Eleanor Prior stayed behind to help passengers. Now, she has won a Pride of Britain award...

Bedford Town in the hat for FA Cup first round draw after Cray Wanderers stalemate

Bedford Town will join Football League clubs in the hat for the first round proper of the FA Cup, but will face another replay after a dour 0-0 stalemate against Isthmian League side, Cray Wanderers...

Real Bedford stay top after easy win at struggling Stamford

Real Bedford's lead at the top of Southern League Premier Central remained at a single point on Saturday (17 October) after a straightforward 4-0 away win at basement club, Stamford...

Tuilagi and Adamson doubles help Bedford Blues to Nottingham triumph

Two second half tries apiece for Fred Tuilagi and Dean Adamson helped Bedford Blues to a valuable second consecutive maximum point victory in Nottingham on Friday night...

Bedford Ian writes…

16 October 2026: Shape up or ship out, Happy hedgehog, and Insightfully inciting. Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings-on across Bedford Borough...

Future Pathways: Find your future at free Bedford festival

Future Pathways brings education, training and employment opportunities together to help families navigate life after school. Young people and their families are invited to discover...

Monthly column: Our testing programme goes from strength to strength

Now in our fourth year, BedsGOVET has evolved and grown its reputation for providing invaluable data through our ongoing water testing in the River Great Ouse, from Turvey as it enters...