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All the latest environment news from across Bedford Borough. Everything you need to keep you up to date with what’s happening in Bedford Borough on your mobile or desktop via the Bedford Independent.

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Monthly column: Updates from Riverfield community meeting about River Great Ouse water quality

Our recent presentation by Alan Horn, Chair of The Bedfordshire Great Ouse Valley Environmental Trust to the Riverfield community at Barkers Lane Reading Room was very...

Explore ‘pop up archaeology museums’ bringing the past to life

Families in Bedford and Milton Keynes can explore the archaeological discoveries unearthed from the region connected by the East West Rail in exciting free pop-up events...

Kerbside glass collections for all in Bedford Borough by Autumn 2025

By Autumn 2025, all residential and commercial properties in Bedford Borough will have kerbside glass recycling collections, the council has confirmed. The roll-out follows a...

Appeal for public to support Bedfordshire nature reserve after arson attack

The Greensand Trust has launched an urgent appeal following a deliberate act of arson that destroyed the boardwalk at Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve. The fire, which was started in multiple...

Join Bedford’s town centre community litter pick

As part of continued efforts to improve the town centre, Bedford Borough Council is hosting a community litter pick on Sunday, 10 August from 10am to midday. Residents of all ages are invited...

Greener living in Bedford: Easy ways to improve your home

As energy bills continue to rise and climate concerns grow, many Bedford residents are looking for practical ways to improve their home energy efficiency. If you’re in this boat, you’re in luck...

Bedfordians urged to join nationwide mission to save Britain’s butterflies

A nationwide rescue mission to save Britain’s butterflies has been launched, and people across Bedford are being asked to play their part. Wildlife charity Butterfly Conservation has...

Abandoned vehicles land three Bedfordians with over £4,000 in fines

Bedford Borough Council has prosecuted three people who abandoned vehicles, as part of a continued crackdown on environmental crime in the Borough. The convictions...

Bedford Borough is the bees knees for Bees’ Needs but councillor says more must be done

Bedford Borough Council has been awarded the prestigious Bees’ Needs Champion Award 2025, recognising the Council’s commitment to protecting and enhancing habitats...

Monthly column: Calling all teachers

Whether you are homeschooling, a teacher at primary school or above, Bedfordshire Great Ouse Valley Environmental Trust (BedsGOVET) have some exciting teaching resources for your use...