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Get spooky but stay safe in Bedford Borough this Halloween

While the government is advising against families trick or treating this year, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy some family fun and still observe the rule of six this Halloween...

Walk, cycle or scoot round Priory Park’s ‘Wheelie Good Trail’ this half term

This half term, Priory Country Park is hosting a family trail, encouraging Bedfordians to get out and walk, cycle or scoot in the fresh air...

‘Eye spy’ on the Marston Vale Line this half term with Symbol Spot

A half term activity along the Marston Vale railway line will put children's spotting skills to the test, as they seek hidden disks along the network...

Fairy Trail delights Kempston families – and BBC’s Angela Rippon – during lockdown

If you’ve been down to the woods in Kempston during lockdown, you might have noticed that some new colourful residences have popped up among the spring...

Bedford Kite and Motoring Festival rescheduled for June 2021

Celebrate British Science Week with dozens for free family-friendly events at BedPop Science Labs

To celebrate British Science Week, BedPop Science Labs return to Bedford on Saturday 7 March with a full day of dozens of free STEM activities...

David Litchfield’s ‘Fairy Tale’ designs are brought to life at interactive London exhibition

Bedford illustrator, David Litchfield, has seen his drawings brought to life at a new exhibition in London which opened to the public at the weekend...

Game Play festival returns to the Place Theatre this January

Banish the January blues with a trip to the Place Theatre next month for their family-friendly Game Play festival - a weekend celebration of board games...

Thousands flock to watch Bedford’s festive fireworks

A record number of visitors got into the festive spirit on Sunday 24 November at the Christmas lights switch-on and fireworks display on Bedford Embankment...

Find the best festive fun and where to meet Santa Claus in Bedford this Christmas

Now that the Christmas light switch-on has taken place, the festive season in Bedford has officially started and some all-important decisions need to be...

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