Matt Wolton

Anger over Bedford’s evening parking grows while councillor defends controversial charges

Bedford Borough Council has defended new evening and overnight parking charges at River Street, Lurke Street and other town centre car parks, saying they are needed in a “serious financial situation”...

Great Bedfordian: Matthew Wolton

This month’s Great Bedfordian is the co-owner of Herd, Matthew Wolton. Celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, Herd on St Cuthbert’s Street has been the go-to burger joint in Bedford since it opened...

Review: Have you Herd – they’re still the best burgers in Bedford

When people ask for recommendations on social media for the best burgers in Bedford, the responses are almost always 100% for Herd – and there’s a valid reason for that...

Grassroots Bedford bands to share stage with Coldplay

Alfie Templeman, Low Girl and Coldplay all have two things in common - they are all on the Luton lineup for this summer's Radio 1's Big Weekend - and they all began their careers playing at Bedford...

Herd street art brightens up St Cuthbert’s

A drab wall on St Cuthbert's Street has been given a new lease of life thanks to the owners of Herd and one of their creative customers.Artist Amy Yearley is a regular at the restaurant and bar and already works...

Live music, food, drink and fun at St Cuthbert’s Street Festival

As part of the weekend's Coronation celebrations, the independent businesses on St Cuthbert's Street will be welcoming visitors on Sunday to their very own street party. The St Cuthbert's Street Festival...

Headliners at Herd boost Bedford’s economy

Herd has been a cornerstone of St Cuthbert's Street since it first opened its doors in May 2015. The bar, restaurant and underground club has built a solid reputation...

Tributes pour in for Flute Bar owners as they announce they’re selling business

Tributes to the much-loved owners of a popular venue in Bedford have been pouring in after they announced they were selling the business. Nine years Luca Magliaro opened up the Flute Wine Bar...

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