independent shops

Shop local this Christmas with our pick of the best of Bedford’s independent businesses

After last year's Christmas lockdown, it's more important than ever that we show our love and support to Bedford's brilliant independent businesses this year. So, if you're...

Letters: Rogan’s Books – the next chapter

After an incredible, magical, fun-filled five years, the time has come for a change. As of Easter this year, Rogan’s Books’ bookshop will close its doors...

The Eagle Bookshop has finally landed on St Peter’s Street

The much-anticipated opening of the Eagle Bookshop's new premises on St Peter's Street took place on Monday (22 October), adding another unique...

The Store – Bedford’s first dedicated refill shop – opens this Saturday

If you’ve walked past St Cuthbert’s Arcade recently, you can’t have helped but notice the new business that is preparing to open at the front of the...

Bedford shopkeeper crowned Craft Fishmonger at national awards

Local fishmonger, George Hooper, has been crowned Craft Fishmonger at this year’s Master Fishmonger Standard (MFS) Awards.23-year-old George is the procurement director at GCH Fishmongers...

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