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“Where Earth Meets Sky”

“Where Earth Meets Sky”

This new exhibition by Eagle Artist Greta Andreica brings together a series of landscape, seascape, and floral paintings by Greta Andreica, each one an intimate reflection of the natural world’s shifting moods and quiet power.

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Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

The Higgins Bedford is proud to present Camera in the Community, a captivating summer exhibition running from this Saturday, 19 July, to 28 September 2025. This unique showcase, curated in partnership with Bedford Camera Club, celebrates the rich tapestry of local life through the lens of community photographers.

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“Where Earth Meets Sky”

“Where Earth Meets Sky”

This new exhibition by Eagle Artist Greta Andreica brings together a series of landscape, seascape, and floral paintings by Greta Andreica, each one an intimate reflection of the natural world’s shifting moods and quiet power.

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EAT Feast – July

EAT Feast – July

Great Food | Music | Alcohol | Child Friendly | Vegan & Veggie FREE ENTRY EAT Feast will have an…

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Summer Air Show 2025

Summer Air Show 2025

Spend a summer’s day with us as we open our gates for a fun and relaxed family air show.

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Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

The Higgins Bedford is proud to present Camera in the Community, a captivating summer exhibition running from this Saturday, 19 July, to 28 September 2025. This unique showcase, curated in partnership with Bedford Camera Club, celebrates the rich tapestry of local life through the lens of community photographers.

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St Cuthbert’s Street Festival

St Cuthbert’s Street Festival

Support the local independent businesses on St Cuthbert’s street and spend the weekend wandering through town enjoying some good food, drinks and live music.

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Kempston Family Day

Kempston Family Day

The Bedford Borough Council Events team is excited to announce a new Kempston Family Day, a free community event taking…

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Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

The Higgins Bedford is proud to present Camera in the Community, a captivating summer exhibition running from this Saturday, 19 July, to 28 September 2025. This unique showcase, curated in partnership with Bedford Camera Club, celebrates the rich tapestry of local life through the lens of community photographers.

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Music in The Meadows 2025: A celebration of local music at the bandstand

Music in The Meadows 2025: A celebration of local music at the bandstand

Bedford Borough Council is proud to present Music in The Meadows 2025, a vibrant series of free live music concerts held every Sunday in August at the picturesque Mill Meadows Bandstand. This year’s line-up features outstanding brass and jazz ensembles from Bedford Borough and the surrounding area, offering something for every music lover.

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Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

The Higgins Bedford is proud to present Camera in the Community, a captivating summer exhibition running from this Saturday, 19 July, to 28 September 2025. This unique showcase, curated in partnership with Bedford Camera Club, celebrates the rich tapestry of local life through the lens of community photographers.

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Summer Afternoon Tea

Summer Afternoon Tea

Join 3 St Peters on Saturday 10th August for their summer afternoon tea. Including savoury and sweet canapés from our special afternoon tea menu £34 pp (includes 1 free hot drink) All food is freshly prepared and expertly crafted by our team and is an experience to be savoured in this unique setting in the heart of Bedford.

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Music in The Meadows 2025: A celebration of local music at the bandstand

Music in The Meadows 2025: A celebration of local music at the bandstand

Bedford Borough Council is proud to present Music in The Meadows 2025, a vibrant series of free live music concerts held every Sunday in August at the picturesque Mill Meadows Bandstand. This year’s line-up features outstanding brass and jazz ensembles from Bedford Borough and the surrounding area, offering something for every music lover.

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Bedford Beach Week brings sand and smiles to Silver Square this August

Bedford Beach Week brings sand and smiles to Silver Square this August

Bedford Borough Council has announced the return of Bedford Beach Week, a delightful family-friendly event taking place from Thursday 14th August to Sunday 17th August 2025 at Silver Square.

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Bedford Beach Week brings sand and smiles to Silver Square this August

Bedford Beach Week brings sand and smiles to Silver Square this August

Bedford Borough Council has announced the return of Bedford Beach Week, a delightful family-friendly event taking place from Thursday 14th August to Sunday 17th August 2025 at Silver Square.

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Bedford Beach Week brings sand and smiles to Silver Square this August

Bedford Beach Week brings sand and smiles to Silver Square this August

Bedford Borough Council has announced the return of Bedford Beach Week, a delightful family-friendly event taking place from Thursday 14th August to Sunday 17th August 2025 at Silver Square.

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Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

The Higgins Bedford is proud to present Camera in the Community, a captivating summer exhibition running from this Saturday, 19 July, to 28 September 2025. This unique showcase, curated in partnership with Bedford Camera Club, celebrates the rich tapestry of local life through the lens of community photographers.

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Bedford Beach Week brings sand and smiles to Silver Square this August

Bedford Beach Week brings sand and smiles to Silver Square this August

Bedford Borough Council has announced the return of Bedford Beach Week, a delightful family-friendly event taking place from Thursday 14th August to Sunday 17th August 2025 at Silver Square.

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Music in The Meadows 2025: A celebration of local music at the bandstand

Music in The Meadows 2025: A celebration of local music at the bandstand

Bedford Borough Council is proud to present Music in The Meadows 2025, a vibrant series of free live music concerts held every Sunday in August at the picturesque Mill Meadows Bandstand. This year’s line-up features outstanding brass and jazz ensembles from Bedford Borough and the surrounding area, offering something for every music lover.

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Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

The Higgins Bedford is proud to present Camera in the Community, a captivating summer exhibition running from this Saturday, 19 July, to 28 September 2025. This unique showcase, curated in partnership with Bedford Camera Club, celebrates the rich tapestry of local life through the lens of community photographers.

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Music in The Meadows 2025: A celebration of local music at the bandstand

Music in The Meadows 2025: A celebration of local music at the bandstand

Bedford Borough Council is proud to present Music in The Meadows 2025, a vibrant series of free live music concerts held every Sunday in August at the picturesque Mill Meadows Bandstand. This year’s line-up features outstanding brass and jazz ensembles from Bedford Borough and the surrounding area, offering something for every music lover.

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EAT Feast – August

EAT Feast – August

Great Food | Music | Alcohol | Child Friendly | Vegan & Veggie FREE ENTRY EAT Feast will have an…

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Jazz Jam with Eclipse Jazz

Jazz Jam with Eclipse Jazz

Join 3 St Peters on Friday 29th August for a Jazz Night to be remembered!

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Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

The Higgins Bedford is proud to present Camera in the Community, a captivating summer exhibition running from this Saturday, 19 July, to 28 September 2025. This unique showcase, curated in partnership with Bedford Camera Club, celebrates the rich tapestry of local life through the lens of community photographers.

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Music in The Meadows 2025: A celebration of local music at the bandstand

Music in The Meadows 2025: A celebration of local music at the bandstand

Bedford Borough Council is proud to present Music in The Meadows 2025, a vibrant series of free live music concerts held every Sunday in August at the picturesque Mill Meadows Bandstand. This year’s line-up features outstanding brass and jazz ensembles from Bedford Borough and the surrounding area, offering something for every music lover.

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Country Days Family Fun Day

Country Days Family Fun Day

The Leys Nature Reserve will be hosting a Charity Family Fun Day on Sunday 31st August 2025 12pm-4pm to raise funds for the Country Days charity.

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Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

The Higgins Bedford is proud to present Camera in the Community, a captivating summer exhibition running from this Saturday, 19 July, to 28 September 2025. This unique showcase, curated in partnership with Bedford Camera Club, celebrates the rich tapestry of local life through the lens of community photographers.

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Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

The Higgins Bedford is proud to present Camera in the Community, a captivating summer exhibition running from this Saturday, 19 July, to 28 September 2025. This unique showcase, curated in partnership with Bedford Camera Club, celebrates the rich tapestry of local life through the lens of community photographers.

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Bedford Flea, Affordable Art & Local Produce Market

Bedford Flea, Affordable Art & Local Produce Market

Welcome to the famous Bedford Flea, your one-stop shop for all things flea, art and produce. Bedford Flea are the purveyors of quality, with the emphasis on locally made, grown and sourced products from some of our most skilled small businesses and hobbyists.

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Reminiscence Morning

Reminiscence Morning

Bedford Markets Remember When?… – Reminiscence Mornings at The Higgins Bedford Reminiscence Mornings, Thursdays 11am – 12.30pm Free Entry, Refreshments…

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Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

The Higgins Bedford is proud to present Camera in the Community, a captivating summer exhibition running from this Saturday, 19 July, to 28 September 2025. This unique showcase, curated in partnership with Bedford Camera Club, celebrates the rich tapestry of local life through the lens of community photographers.

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EAT Feast

EAT Feast

EAT Feast will have an array of international flavours from established food trucks and caterers in the local area coming together to celebrate good food and great company.

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Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

Summer Exhibition ‘Camera in the Community’ (19 Jul – 28 Sept)

The Higgins Bedford is proud to present Camera in the Community, a captivating summer exhibition running from this Saturday, 19 July, to 28 September 2025. This unique showcase, curated in partnership with Bedford Camera Club, celebrates the rich tapestry of local life through the lens of community photographers.

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A Latin Night @ 3 St Peter’s

A Latin Night @ 3 St Peter’s

Join us at 3 St Peter’s for an immersive Latin night starting with a Spanish guitar segment and ending with a dance party featuring Reggaeton, Rumba, Salsa, and Bachata.

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Bedford Flea, Affordable Art & Local Produce Market

Bedford Flea, Affordable Art & Local Produce Market

Welcome to the famous Bedford Flea, your one-stop shop for all things flea, art and produce. Bedford Flea are the purveyors of quality, with the emphasis on locally made, grown and sourced products from some of our most skilled small businesses and hobbyists.

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Swing That Music with Down for the Count All-stars

Swing That Music with Down for the Count All-stars

The UK’s hardest swinging band, Down for the Count All-Stars, brings a celebration of vintage music to Bedford. This mini big band recreates the music of Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Glenn Miller, Nat ‘King’ Cole, Ella Fitzgerald and more.

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swan hotel and thermal spa and Bedford river and town bridge
Credit: The Swan Hotel & Thermal Spa

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