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Singer, actor, dancer and DJ Zoe Birkett is picuted sitting on the floor surrounded by DJ equipment ahead of her Diva Download show at MillFest

West End star Zoe Birkett talks MillFest, her 25-year career, and making a life in Bedfordshire

When West End star and Pop Idol trailblazer Zoe Birkett steps onto the stage at Bromham's MillFest next month, she won't be commuting back to London when the curtain falls...
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A charity runner at Bedford Running Festival. Image ATW

Trainers at the ready, Bedford Running Festival is back

The ATW Bedford Running Festival is back in Russell Park on Saturday, 5 and Sunday, 6 September and is open to everyone from serious runners to families and spectators looking for a fun weekend out...
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Streamers fired int0 the crowd as the finale at Tom Grennan at Bedford Summer Sessions. Image Donna Samuels Event Photography:Cuffe & Taylor

Bedford Park concerts are back for 2027 – with an early bird four-day festival pass

The organisers of the Bedford Park concerts have not only unveiled a new name for the events, but have also launched a new festival pass covering all four nights...
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Woman in WWII military uniform. Image Twinwood

Twinwood Festival celebrates 25 years of vintage music, fashion, and heritage

This year marks the 25th anniversary of Twinwood - the Clapham-based festival that is one of the most beloved vintage music events in the world. From its origins as a Glenn Miller tribute...
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Crowd at the Original Culture Festival at dusk. Image Original Culture Festival

Original Culture Festival returns to Priory Country Park with a full day of family-friendly fun

Now celebrating its fifth anniversary, the Original Culture Festival will be bringing the party to town this month, with an added special family day so that everyone can enjoy the vibes...
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A funfair ride at the Eid Bedford festival

Bedford’s Eid Festival returns, bigger and better than ever

Since 2015, Bedford’s Muslim community has been celebrating Eid with a family-friendly and inclusive festival at Kempston’s Addison Howard Park - and this year's promises to be even...
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Families congregate in Harpur Square to celebrate St Patrick's Day in Bedford

St Patrick’s Day: a celebration of Irish community, culture and craic

Bedford town centre will once again come alive with Irish culture, music and community spirit, as Queen’s Park Community Organisation (QPCO), in partnership with Bedford’s...
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Crowds enjoy community choir at Bedford Christmas Tree Festival 2024 Image Bedford Christmas Tree Festival

Bedford’s Christmas Tree Festival marks 25 years of fundraising and festive joy

Bedford’s Christmas Tree Festival celebrates its 25th year with 70 decorated trees, live music, and festive events at St Paul’s Church, raising funds for local charities...
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Crowd from the stage at Bedford Original Culture Festival, Priory Country Park, 16 August 2025. Image: Donna Samuels Photography

Bedford Original Culture Festival returns for day two with sunshine, music and family fun at Priory Park

Bedford's Original Culture Festival burst back into life this weekend, with crowds descending on Priory Park yesterday (Saturday) for a celebration of music, dance and community spirit...
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Two festival-goers in vintage attire at Twinwoods

Twinwood Festival celebrates its 21st birthday this August bank holiday weekend

The UK's premier vintage festival returns to Bedfordshire this August Bank Holiday, blending music, dance, fashion and history at the former RAF Twinwood Farm Airfield. Now in its 21st year...
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