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9 November 2026
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Admiral Taverns

“Here we go again” as beloved Bear undergoes facelift

The Bear, Bedford's alternative pub and stalwart of the High Street, is to close at last orders on Saturday to undergo a major refurbishment by owners, Admiral Taverns. It's not the first time the pub's owners...
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Barley Mow pub while closed during winter 2022/2023

The Barley Mow is back with a promise to reconnect with the LGBTQ+ community

Bedford's premier LGBTQ+ late night venue - the oldest LGBTQ+ venue in the country - has a new owner, with a promise to "return the Barley to its former glory"...
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The Bear exterior

The Bear’s back in business

After the devastating news that one of the town's most cherished pubs had closed, Bedford's Bear is back in business, with former landlady, Lisa Pawsey pulling the pints...
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Three historic Bedford pubs close as owners seek new licensees

Three historic pubs in Bedford Borough, all run by the same licensee, have been closed with immediate effect until new tenants are found. The Five Bells in Cople shut its..
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Established LGBT venue in Bedford seeks new licensee

Bedford’s Barley Mow pub, the longest-established LGBT venue in the country, is looking for a new landlord. According to owners, Admiral Taverns, the former...
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