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What’s on Bedford: 4 – 14 May 2023

Never miss a thing in Bedford ever again. From theatre to film, live music to art exhibitions, The Bedford Clanger what’s on guide lands every Thursday and is the only guide you need to know what’s on and...

Bedford indies’ Christmas shopping guide 2022

It's a little-known fact that Bedford has more independent shops than Cambridge, making it the perfect place to find that unique gift for even the hardest-to-buy-for person...

What’s on Bedford: 27 October – 6 November 2022

Here it is; the biggest and best What's On guide in Bedford. Our pick of the art and culture, film and theatre, live music and comedy right here on our doorstep. Enjoy and Happy Halloween!...

What’s on Bedford: 20 – 30 October 2022

Need something to take your mind off the current political situation and/or apocalyptic weather? Then why not check out our comprehensive what's on guide, featuring the best of...

Putting Bedford’s independent retailers on the map this Christmas

According to Gemma Crawley, owner of The Arc on Howard Street, it's never too early to mention the C-word, so she's kicking off Christmas... today. And she's not the...

Opinion: An open letter to Mary Portas

Dear Mary, Bedford was part of the Portas Pilot project 10 years ago and it is my belief that it had a long-term and transformational effect on Bedford. When Radio 4's You and Yours...

What’s on Bedford: 13 – 23 October 2022

It's a bumper guide this week, with a brand new exhibition at the Higgins, some stellar live music whatever your genre, plus a round-up of of things to do during half term...

What’s on Bedford: 22 September – 2 October 2022

As the Great Big Green Week kicks off, check out all their events plus our usual cultural delights including live music, comedy, theatre, culture and more. Enjoy!

What’s on Bedford: 15 – 25 September 2022

Our comprehensive guide to what's on in Bedford over the next 10 days is here. Some events have understandably been postponed or cancelled as a mark of respect for the...

Explore Bedford’s new visitor guide encourages River Festival fans to return to the town

The team from Explore Bedford were on hand at this year's River Festival to launch their new visitor guide for tourists and to ask visitors and residents what they love about the town...

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