Tony Le Britton

Bought in Bedford: Share your love of Bedford’s indie businesses and win a £50 voucher

It’s a truth widely held that Bedford has more independent shops and businesses than our near neighbours, Cambridge. From restaurants and cafes to shops and hairdressers, we...

Coffee and cake at Not Another Jungle

Since opening in April, Not Another Jungle has - along with the town’s other aspirational independent traders - helped rewrite the retail rules in Bedford. The shop front looks stunning...

New monthly craft market adds shine to Silver Street

A brand new Bedford Craft Market will launch this Saturday (13 April), taking over Silver Street and Silver Square once a month. It will feature 14 local makers and craft traders and will run on the second...

New shop puts Bedford on the map as houseplant heaven

From this weekend, Bedford will become a must-visit destination for houseplant enthusiasts, with the much-anticipated opening of Not Another Jungle joining Castle Road favourites Nelly Mosa...

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