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The Rise & Fall of Bedford Castle

The Norman Conquest of Britain witnessed the introduction of castles to the landscape and a major castle in Bedford was built in the 12th century. Walk through the old castle grounds, see the mound on which it once stood and hear the story of the castle and its demise in the siege of 1224. This year witnesses the 800th anniversary of the Great Siege of Bedford Castle in 1224.

Walks last around 90 minutes. Each walk covers 1-2 miles and most are suitable for those less mobile. Children are welcome on the these walks but they must be accompanied by an adult.

Tickets: £4 per person, £2 for children over 8

Other tours you can enjoy are:

  • I Never Knew That
  • Bedford in World War II
  • The Life & Times of John Bunyan
  • Tales of the Tower & Steeple

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Mindful Walks
The Higgins Bedford

Mindful Walks

Head to The Higgins Bedford and join their social walking group, with a drinks stop afterwards.

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The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities
The Higgins Bedford

The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities

800 years ago, Bedford Castle was under siege. Head to The Higgins for a variety of castle themed fun and creative activities for the family. Today you will be able to create your own paper parchment scroll.

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The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities
The Higgins Bedford

The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities

800 years ago, Bedford Castle was under siege. Head to The Higgins for a variety of castle themed fun and creative activities for the family. Today you will be able to create your own paper parchment scroll.

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The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities
The Higgins Bedford

The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities

800 years ago, Bedford Castle was under siege. Head to The Higgins for a variety of castle themed fun and creative activities for the family. Today you will be able to create your own paper parchment scroll.

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Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition Competition
The Higgins Bedford

Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition Competition

At The Higgins Bedford until 8th September you can view The Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition, featuring artwork created by pupils aged 4 to 18 from 40 schools from across the Borough.

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The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities
The Higgins Bedford

The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities

800 years ago, Bedford Castle was under siege. Join in with a variety of castle-themed fun and creative activities. Today you can make your own decorative wall hanging with felt and wool.

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The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities
The Higgins Bedford

The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities

800 years ago, Bedford Castle was under siege. Head to The Higgins Bedford and join in with a variety of castle-themed fun and creative activities for the family and discover the story. Today you can come and make your own decorative wall hanging with felt and wool.

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The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities
The Higgins Bedford

The Siege of Bedford Castle Fun Activities

800 years ago, Bedford Castle was under siege. Head to The Higgins Bedford and join in with a variety of castle-themed fun and creative activities for the family and discover the story. Today you can come and make your own decorative wall hanging with felt and wool.

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Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition Competition
The Higgins Bedford

Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition Competition

At The Higgins Bedford until 8th September you can view The Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition, featuring artwork created by pupils aged 4 to 18 from 40 schools from across the Borough.

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Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition Competition
The Higgins Bedford

Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition Competition

At The Higgins Bedford until 8th September you can view The Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition, featuring artwork created by pupils aged 4 to 18 from 40 schools from across the Borough.

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Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition Competition
The Higgins Bedford

Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition Competition

At The Higgins Bedford until 8th September you can view The Harpur Trust Children’s Art Exhibition, featuring artwork created by pupils aged 4 to 18 from 40 schools from across the Borough.

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