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31 October 2025: Off track, Overexposed party, Indie spirit, and Need for speed (sign). Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us...

Say hello to 90s nostalgia with re-imagined modern shoot ’em ups at Putt Putt Social

Putt Putt Social, situated in the middle of the town centre, is introducing yet another spectacle to their vast array of games, so we sent our Sport Editor, Tom to go and check out the action...

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...

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...

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...

It’s Bought in Bedford – the best guide to festive shopping in Bedford’s best independent businesses

With Christmas fast approaching, it's certainly not too early to start thinking about where you'll get all your Christmas presents this year, and with Bedford full of brilliant independent businesses...

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