Biddenham

“Bridge to nowhere” gets planning permission

Bedford borough councillors have granted planning permission for a bridge linking a Biddenham housing development to a new country park – despite concerns over its suitability. The bridge had been granted...

Planning application submitted for new footbridge in Biddenham

A planning application for a footbridge in Biddenham has been resubmitted after the previous permission expired. The proposal is for a pedestrian and cycle bridge to...

Biddenham snatch Premier Division play off spot on dramatic final day

Biddenham Cricket Club thrashed Potton to take the Premier League play off spot by a single point as Bedford faltered at the final hurdle at The Bury...

Bedford exact revenge on Biddenham to move in to play off spot

Bedford Cricket Club took a big step towards the play-offs with a nervy win at Biddenham in the Bedfordshire County Cricket League yesterday...

Biddenham and Bedford close the gap on leaders Biggleswade

The Bedfordshire Cricket League Division One title race is hotting up, as Biddenham beat leaders Biggleswade to close the gap with Bedford hot on their heels in third...

Bedford Cricket Club beat New Bradwell to set up four horse race for promotion

The Borough's cricket teams are all in the hunt for titles in the Bedfordshire County Cricket League as Biddenham and Bedford battle it out for promotion on Sundays...

Residents urged to water newly-planted street trees in their neighbourhoods

Local residents are being encouraged to support their local environment by watering the newly-planted trees on their streets during the hot weather. The Trees for Streets initiative...

Housebuilder submits “long overdue” plans for 296 new homes on former Biddenham golf course

A local councillor has welcomed plans for nearly 300 new homes on the site of the former Ouse Valley Golf Club in Biddenham, nearly 15 years after the plan was first mooted. The 33.7-acre site...

Developer’s hopes for a new home on sewage station site in Bromham go down the pan

A plan to knock down what’s left of an old sewage pumping station and build a five bedroom house in its place has been dismissed by a government inspector...

Antique centre specialising in military medals and books opens in Biddenham

A new antique centre specialising in military medals and books has opened in Biddenham, with all profits donated to veterans' charity, Woody's Lodge...

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