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9 November 2026
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Beerfly's Caroline Stronkhorst behind the bar at the shop on Bedford's St Cuthbert's Street

Great Bedfordian: Beerfly’s Caroline Stronkhorst

In keeping with the Clanger's beverage-based theme this month, we’ve asked Caroline Stronkhorst of Beerfly to be October’s Great Bedfordian. A blow-in from the Netherlands...
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The inflatable obstacle course at Box End Park from above. Image Box End Park

Summer in Bedford: making a splash at Box End Park

If you're looking for a family-friendly summer holiday activity that combines fresh air, beautiful countryside and plenty of opportunities to get soaked, then Box End Park should...
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Eloise Perry recently took part in a wild water swim for the charity Shelter. Image: Perry family

Bedford girl smashes fundraising target with wild water swim

A "keen swimmer" has smashed her fundraising target for homeless charity Shelter after swimming two and a half laps of Box End Park near Kempston. 9-year-old Eloise Perry had a...
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Make a splash at Box End’s all-day relay for swimming charity

In June of this year, Bedford’s own Box End Park, along with five other nationwide venues, is hosting a 24-hour open water swim relay in aid of the charity Level Water, which provides one-to-one...
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