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Trainers at the ready, Bedford Running Festival is back

The ATW Bedford Running Festival is back in Russell Park on Saturday, 5 and Sunday, 6 September and is open to everyone from serious runners to families and spectators looking for a fun weekend out...

What’s on Bedford: 12 – 23 August 2026

Your weekly what’s on guide for Bedford and the surrounding area from The Bedford Clanger. Never miss a thing in Bedford ever again. From theatre to film, live music to art exhibitions, The Bedford...

Original Culture Festival returns to Priory Country Park with a full day of family-friendly fun

Now celebrating its fifth anniversary, the Original Culture Festival will be bringing the party to town this month, with an added special family day so that everyone can enjoy the vibes...

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...

Gallery: Bedford River Festival 2026

What a fantastic weekend celebrating everything brilliant about Bedford at this year's Bedford River Festival. From local charities to local bands, we were entertained and inspired across...

Bedford Borough’s quacky tradition returns as Duck Dash turns 30

The 30th annual Eileen Wade Primary School Duck Dash will take place in Upper Dean on Saturday, 21 March 2026, with 1,700 ducks racing down the village brook followed by a family fete...

Interactive adventure trail for families launches in Bedford this summer

The team behind Cardboard Clues are launching a new interactive game this summer, following the success of their project in the Higgins Bedford. Riverside Ramble takes you...

Kick off your summer holidays by bringing colour and curiosity to The Higgins

With the summer holidays just around the corner, and families up and down the land donning their thinking caps for things to do, the Higgins in Bedford is front of the queue with a vibrant programme...

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