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A sandy beach and deckchairs in Bedford town centre

Hometown tourist: Holiday fun for kids in Bedford this summer

This summer, look no further than Bedford town centre for some great family fun and even feel the sand beneath your feet at a beach in Silver Square. The John Bunyan Museum, Bedford...
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A display of locally grown flowers on the banks of the River Great Ouse at part of The Great Big Green Week.

Bedford’s Great Big Green Week is back

The Great Big Green Week is back in Bedford this June, with free events taking place from 7 - 14 June at Bedford Central Library, the Higgins Bedford, the Panacea Museum, the John Bunyan...
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(l-r) Mayor Tom Wootton, Clare Dunkinson of Creating Memories, and cllr John Wheeler with their cheque. Image: LDRS

Air ambulance, Bunyan Museum and Creating Memories receive mayor’s charity donations

Bedford’s mayor and the Borough Council’s former speaker have presented cheques to three charities to mark the end of a year of fundraising. Yesterday, the Trustees of the Mayor of...
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The John Bunyan Museum reopens for the 2024 season on 20 February. Image: John Bunyan Museum

John Bunyan Museum reopens to tell the story of Bedford’s most famous son

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Town Bridge, the River Great Ouse and the spire of St Paul's church in dappled sunlight

Opinion: What are your top tips for a ‘hometown tourist’?

This week I was asked to contribute to an East Anglia tourist guide, highlighting must-see events taking place in Bedford throughout the year. It was an opportunity...
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Grab a bargain as the ‘Art Under The Bed’ sale returns to the Basement at Bunyan

Art lovers can find a bargain a the Basement at Bunyan this week, as the popular 'Art Under The Bed' sale returns. 18 artists from across Bedfordshire are taking part in...
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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...
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What’s on Bedford: 18 August – 10 September 2022

Your summer of fun starts here, with everything you need to make the most of what’s on our doorstep. From superstar DJs to family-friendly film screenings, river cruises to walking tours...
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What’s on Bedford: 11 August – 4 September 2022

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What’s on Bedford: 4 August – 4 September 2022

Your summer of fun starts here, with everything you need to make the most of what’s on our doorstep. From superstar DJs to family-friendly film screenings, river cruises to walking tours...
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