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Bedford’s best independent coffee shops worth seeking out

Bedford's independent coffee scene is better than most people passing through would expect. The town has a collection of cafés that take their coffee seriously, each with a distinct character...

Monthly column: Our small, independent businesses need our support more than ever before

The Budget is on the horizon, and our small and independent businesses need our support more than ever before. That’s why, ahead of Small Business Saturday on 29 November, I’m keen to shine...

It’s Bought in Bedford – the best guide to festive shopping in Bedford’s best independent businesses

With Christmas fast approaching, it's certainly not too early to start thinking about where you'll get all your Christmas presents this year, and with Bedford full of brilliant independent businesses...

Independent businesses at heart of Bedford Town Centre’s survival

Bedford town centre is experiencing a surge in retail activity, with an increasing number of local independent businesses helping to create a vibrant shopping scene...

New delivery service say they’re here to “GoGett” support for Bedford’s independents

A new delivery service, which aims to help local economies thrive, create jobs and focus on giving a premium customer experience by working with Bedford's independent restaurants and stores...

The best of festive food and drink in Bedford this Christmas

Food and drink is synonymous with Christmas; whether it's spending time with friends and family or heading out for a festive party. After last year's December lockdown...

Eagle Bookshop turns the page on 30 years in business

This month, the Eagle Bookshop is celebrating 30 years of bookselling in Bedford with events, window displays and prizes. To launch the month of celebrations, owner Peter Budek...

Shop local: How some Bedford indies are hoping others follow their lead

Bedford's non-essential shops, plus hairdressers, barbers, beauty salons and gyms, are throwing open their doors again today, a month...

Opinion: Shop local this Christmas to support vital independent Bedford businesses

As news of lockdown 2.0 emerged on Halloween, many of Bedford's bricks and mortar businesses were once again preparing to shut up shop, just as the busy Christmas trading season was...

Grand opening as final two council-owned properties at Riverside now full

The 'official' joint opening for Bridges Espresso Bar and Naughty Pizza at Riverside Bedford took place on Friday (30 October), marking the last...

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