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12 September 2026
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An aerial photo of the appproximate location for the new development in Ravensden.

20 new homes planned for “small” Bedford village

A developer hopes to build 20 new homes on “previously developed land” in a “small” Bedford village. The applicant said the site (off Butler Street in Ravensden) had been identified...
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Aurora Borealis sighted in Ravensden

Local photographer, Jon Pauling, captured the Aurora Borealis, also known as the northern lights, when the natural phenomenon was visible near Bedford last weekend (4 and 5 November)...
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Environment Agency holds public consultation on capacity increase for Ravensden composting site

The Environment Agency has opened a public consultation as a composting site near Bedford is seeking to increase its capacity. Growing Beds Recycling Services has submitted an Environmental...
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Incredible photos of the Northern Lights captured in Ravensden

An amateur photographer has shared photos of the Northern Lights that he managed to capture from Cleat Hill near Ravendsden. By day, Jon Pauling works for Bedford...
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Ravensden caravan park planning decision upheld

Bedford Borough Council's decision to refuse planning permission for a caravan park in Ravensden has been upheld by the Planning Inspector. The proposed new...
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The Ten team with Alex Goulding

New World Record on the cards in aid of Bedford Hospital charity and Friends

Bedford's 7-time Guinness World Record holder is attempting an eighth world record on Saturday, all in aid of Bedford Hospital Charity and Friends...
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Bedford station

Letters: Council must consider the environmental impact of EWR Route E

Bedford Council has affirmed its support for route E of the proposed Bedford – Cambridge railway, but why? This line, part of a longer East-West railway, has so far only been the subject...
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Letters: Access to the Ravensden development is the real issue

The proposed building of 165 houses is not really an issue. The contentious aspect is that of access to the development.If the Borough Council has any...
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Last ditch bid to stop plan for 165 new homes in Ravensden fails

Borough planners have voted to approve a controversial application for up to 165 new homes in a north Bedfordshire village after hearing a final plea to...
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Plants for plaster – Ravensden residents host flower festival for local church

Ravensden residents are hosting a 'plants for plaster' Flower Festival and craft fair on 1-2 June to raise funds for the upkeep of the local church. The 1000-year-old All Saints Church is...
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