Bedford High Streets Heritage Action Zone tagged articles

High Street 3D illusion artwork given fresh lick of paint ahead of unveiling this weekend

A world-renowned illusion artist has returned to Bedford this month to refresh his 3D pavement art, based on a local urban myth, entitled The Vault. The piece by Julian...

Restored 19th Century building unveiled as first part of High Street renovation work is completed

The impressive facade of a mid-19th Century building has been unveiled as the first High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) building works are completed. The restoration of 19-21 High Street...

Share what you love about Bedford High Street to help shape its future

From today (Monday), Historic England is starting a conversation with the nation about what the future of the UK's high streets could be as town centres face the most drastic changes...

UK’s first SMART cycle unit opens in Bedford town centre

The UK’s first ever SMART cycle hub has officially opened on Horne Lane. The new unit features an app-based locking system that can be managed by a smartphone or tablet. It uses secure...

High street 3D illusion art captures public imagination

A 3D illusion art piece, titled The Vault, has captured the public’s imagination on Bedford High Street. Located opposite Nando’s and adjacent to the high street bridge, the artwork was...

A summer of culture coming to Bedford High Street thanks to Historic England funding

A programme of community-led cultural activities will be coming to Bedford town centre this summer, thanks to an £80,000 grant from Historic England. The aim is to transform visitors experiences...

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