Bedford Running Festival

Bedford Borough charity chair launches 100-mile solo running challenge for disabled youth

Podington man Paul Lockyer, 61, is taking on a 100-mile solo running challenge across Bedfordshire to raise funds for Embrace, a charity supporting local families living with...

What’s on Bedford: 29 August – 8 September 2024

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...

Support Team BI as we take part in Bedford Running Festival to raise cash for Bedford Giving

With the Bedford Running Festival taking place in just over a fortnight, a team at the Bedford Independent has dusted off their running shoes, stretched out their calf muscles, and downloaded the...

What’s on Bedford: 24 August – 3 September

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...

Everyday Heroes Awards 2022: Nominate someone who helps raise the profile of the town

Now in its third year, the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Award, in partnership with The Harpur Trust, recognise people who have made a difference to our Borough...

I’m so proud to be able to help celebrate Bedford’s everyday heroes

About 20 years ago, give or take, I moved to Bedford. Having come from a not-too-exciting small town a bit further south, Bedford seemed quite the upgrade. I am sure there will be a few people...

Bedford Running Festival returns to Russell Park with fun for all this weekend

Bedford Running Festival is back this weekend with a whole lot more than just running on offer. While the mini-miles, 5k, 10k, half marathon and 20-mile timed running events will be the main...

What’s on Bedford: 18 August – 10 September 2022

Your summer of fun starts here, with everything you need to make the most of what’s on our doorstep. From superstar DJs to family-friendly film screenings, river cruises to walking tours...

What’s on Bedford: 4 August – 4 September 2022

Your summer of fun starts here, with everything you need to make the most of what’s on our doorstep. From superstar DJs to family-friendly film screenings, river cruises to walking tours...

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