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Bought in Bedford: Share your love of Bedford’s indie businesses and win a £50 voucher

It’s a truth widely held that Bedford has more independent shops and businesses than our near neighbours, Cambridge. From restaurants and cafes to shops and hairdressers, we...
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Six glasses of white wine and a delicious deli sharig platter at the Blue Glass on St Peter's Street

Food review: The Blue Glass, St Peter’s Street

There are some places in Bedford that just feel right the moment you walk through the door. The Blue Glass on St Peter’s Street is one of them, an independent wine bar and merchant, lovingly...
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Gary Hooper of GCH Fishmongers pictured outside their shop on Newnham Street and surrounded by his team including his wife, sister-in-law and sons.

GCH Fishmongers celebrate a decade of fresh fish and family dedication

GCH Fishmongers in Bedford is proudly celebrating its 10th anniversary at the end of the month, marking a decade in its location on Newham Street. The business was founded on...
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What’s on Bedford: 16 – 27 July 2025

Your weekly what’s on guide for Bedford and the surrounding area from The Bedford Clanger. Never miss a thing in Bedford ever again. From theatre to film, live music to art exhibitions, The Bedford...
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Revellers enjoying the atmosphere at the St Cuthbert's Street Festival

Getting the party started at St Cuthbert’s Street Festival

Once again, St Cuthbert's Street will be closed to traffic for one Sunday this summer to celebrate the wonderful and unique businesses that make up this hot-spot of Bedford indies...
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Shelves full of traditional jars of sweets in Arcadia sweetshop

Bedford’s oldest shop celebrates 120 years in service

Arcadia sweetshop in Bedford has celebrated its 120th anniversary, officially becoming the oldest shop in the town centre. The family-run sweet shop opened in the Old Arcade...
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Poonam Shah, the owner and optometrist at Humphriss & Burgess is pictured in front of a display of glasses

Great Bedfordian: Poonam Shah

This month’s Great Bedfordian is Poonam Shah, the owner and optometrist at Humphriss & Burgess, a family-run optician on Mill Street. The practice has been part of Bedford’s community since 1946, when Deryck Humphriss and Fred Burgess...
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Guest writer: What do we truly want from our high streets?

Rosanna Heasman is the owner of an eco and refill shop, The Store on St Cuthbert's Street. As a fellow independent retailer announces its closure, Rosanna asks the question, 'What do we truly want from our high streets?'...
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An overhead shot of some beautifully wrapped gifts surrounded by snow-dusted pine cones and Christmas baubles

Look no further, it’s our Bought in Bedford Christmas gift guide

The countdown to Christmas in now officially on and we're here to take some of the stress away with our Bought in Bedford Christmas gift guide. Our town full of indies is on hand to deliver unique gifts, exceptional customer service...
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Join in the free fun and festivities at Bedford’s annual Christmas lights switch-on

The family-friendly Christmas light switch-on in Bedford is back this month and is even bigger and brighter than ever. From midday on Saturday, 23 November, the town centre will host free performances and activities before the big light switch-on at 5pm...
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