Heritage tagged articles - Bedford Independent

Bedford Tour Guides: Explore the rich tapestry of Bedford’s history

Bedford Tour Guides' winter hiatus is nearly over, and the new season of guided walks will launch this Sunday (12 September), giving Bedfordians and visitors a chance to explore the rich tapestry...

What’s on Bedford: 7 – 17 November 2024

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...

Airship Dreams project unveiled on 90th anniversary of R101’s final flight

Today (4 October) marks the 90th anniversary of the last voyage of the R101 airship, which left Cardington in 1930 and tragically crashed, killing...

Bedford outlines plans for £1.7m town centre heritage funding

Regeneration funding of £1.76m has been awarded to Bedford High Street to encourage more people to visit the town centre...

Concerns as Cardington’s ‘Shed 1’ is purchased by developers

Concerns have been raised about the future of Cardington Sheds after one of them has been purchased by a building developer. The sheds (or hangars to some) are protected as...

Next step for Stewartby Brickworks Demolition approved

The next phase of the demolition of one of Bedford's most famous landmarks has been approved and will see the chimneys of Stewartby Brickworks replaced by a...

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