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28 August 2026
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More than £14,000 raised for Bedford Foodbank’s Christmas Challenge

The Great Bedford Foodbank '£7,433 Christmas Challenge' appeal ended on Christmas Day -  almost doubling its target. Foodbank trustee, Simon Danes said...
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Over £154k given to seven local charities by the Harpur Trust this Christmas

Christmas has arrived early for seven local groups and charities as The Harpur Trust announced its latest grant awards which total almost £155k...
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Bedford’s businesses-owners back CRIB appeal this winter

SMART Prebend Centre staff and volunteers took to the streets to promote their annual Cold Relief In Bedford (CRIB) appeal...
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Bedford’s SoupFest 2019 raises £7,000 – with more to come

The third Bedford SoupFest took place in Harpur Square on Tuesday 3 December to raise money for the town's homelessness charities.Thanks to donations of...
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New guide for Bedfordshire carers launched today

A new Bedfordshire guide for carers launches today to mark Carers Rights Day (Thursday 21 November 2019). 'Caring for Family and Friends' is packed with...
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The Apprentice’s Tom Skinner joins Bedford SoupFest team

On Tuesday 3 December, Tom Skinner of BBC 1's Apprentice will bring his trademark selling skills to Harpur Square as part of this year's SoupFest...
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Letters: A letter from Santa to support NSPCC

As Christmas draws ever nearer, why not get the little ones excited for the big day with a Letter from Santa? It's a great way to bring joy to your own family...
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Love in a Bag Bedford is back in time for Christmas

The charitable project that aims to show vulnerable people some love and kindness at Christmas is back in Bedford - and support is coming from businesses...
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Bedford band receives Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service

Four Bedford bandmates have been awarded the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service (QAVS) in recognition of the huge amount of money they've raised over...
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Bedford Neighbourhood Watch charity curry set to warm up winter

Bedford Neighbourhood Watch are inviting spice fans to join them for 'The Big Curry' at Indian Summer on Tavistock Street and help raise money for charity. The event being billed as...
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