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More than 100 estate agents, one decision for Bedford sellers

Bedford's property market has rarely been busier. Fast trains into London, a growing number of new homes on the edge of town and the riverside charm of the Embankment have all...

From Dead Pubs to live pods: Lloyd Lugsden launches Pubs of the Shire podcast

Clanger contributor and pub writer, Lloyd Lugsden, has launched a new podcast and - no surprises - it's a celebration of hostelries, both local and further afield. Lloyd, who is the author...

What’s on Bedford: 21 October – 1 November

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...

Bedford Blues Women surge to the top of Championship Two after three opening wins

Bedford Blues Women have started the new season in top form, scoring 147 points in three wins, surging to the top of Women's Championship Midlands Two. A 60-12 victory over Lincoln...

Letters: Sharing our beautiful county through the Bedfordshire Festival of Autumn Walks

The Bedfordshire Festival of Autumn Walks 2026 has yet again delivered a great event across the county (5 - 13 September). Feedback from last year was that there were too many walks in...

Real Bedford remain a point clear after draw with title challengers Bury Town

Real Bedford's single point advantage at the top of Southern League Premier Central remains after the Pirates battled to a 2-2 draw against nearest challengers, Bury Town on Tuesday...

FA Cup heartbreak for Bedford Town who crash out on penalties in fourth qualifying round replay

Bedford Town have been denied a history-making first round tie against League One, Stockport County after crashing out of the FA Cup in the fourth qualifying round on penalties...

Bedford College Group celebrates T Level success and WorldSkills finalists

Students at The Bedford College Group, which includes campuses across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire, are celebrating major achievements this term. As well as delivering...

Bedfordshire Police appeal to find man wanted on recall to prison

Bedfordshire Police is appealing for the public’s help to trace a man wanted on recall to prison. Jamie Peck, 48, of no fixed address, is described as 5’9”, with short dark hair...

Over 100 arrested since Live Facial Recognition rollout by Bedfordshire Police

Bedfordshire Police’s use of Live Facial Recognition (LFR) technology has led to more than 100 arrests across the county since its launch last year, helping the force track down...