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Town Bridge, the River Great Ouse and the spire of St Paul's church in dappled sunlight

Opinion: What are your top tips for a ‘hometown tourist’?

This week I was asked to contribute to an East Anglia tourist guide, highlighting must-see events taking place in Bedford throughout the year. It was an opportunity...
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What’s on Bedford: 10 – 20 November 2022

Our latest round-up of the very best art, culture, live music, theatre, comedy and more, right on our doorstep. Enjoy!
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Competition: Win a limited edition Bedford Flea bag

Ahead of this year's first-ever Christmas Flea on Sunday (13 November), one lucky Bedford Independent reader has the chance to get their hands on a limited edition Flea bag...
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What’s on Bedford: 3 – 13 November 2022

It's nearly the weekend, so if you're looking for some inspiration for what to do, look no further. Live music, comedy, theatre and more. And don't forget to catch the new...
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Letters: “Landlords should be required to actively fill empty units in our High Streets”

For as long as Bedford has people who love and support its independents, and for as long as Bedford has the creative and inspiring people who lead so much business in the...
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Letters: A reply from Mary Portas

Firstly thank you. For all you have done to reinvigorate and believe in great local community retail. I’m always happy to give a nudge to a landlord, to the Government...
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What’s on Bedford: 6 – 16 October 2022

This month sees the launch of a major new art exhibition at the Higgins Bedford, the penulitmate Bedford Flea, Affordable Art and Local Produce market plus Vegan Streetfest...
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Monthly column: Celebrating our markets

Bedford is known for its markets and thanks to £60,000 in funding from the Town Centre Priority Fund, Bedford Borough's Charter Market stalls have seen a recent, specialist...
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What’s on Bedford: 29 September – 9 October 2022

Need some cultural inspiration for the next 10 days? Then look no further. We've got everything you need to make the most of what’s on our doorstep. From Fun Palaces to Bedford Flea...
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Bedford’s historic Charter Market stalls given ‘facelift’ thanks to town centre funding

Bedford Borough's historic Charter Market stalls have been given a recent upgrade, thanks to £60,000 in funding from the Town Centre Priority Fund. The permanent awnings...
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