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The Harpur Centre

Clocktower entrance to Harpur Centre from Harpur Square
Harpur Centre primark items handbag, brogues and scarf

What is The Harpur Centre?

The Harpur Centre is Bedford’s premier shopping centre with a wide variety of shops, with well-known names sitting alongside small independents.

Opening times (please check before making a special visit)

Monday to Saturday 9am-5.30pm

Sundays 10am-4pm

What to Expect

What's on at The Harpur Centre

All Events
Santa’s Grotto at The Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Santa’s Grotto at The Harpur Centre

Santa arrives at his Grotto in The Harpur Centre on November 23rd until December 15. Children will be able to tell Santa their Christmas wishes and receive a special gift, and families can purchase a professional photo.

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Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre

Head to The Harpur Centre for all your Christmas shopping, where you can find cheap and cheerful, fun and giggles, or gloriously glam – along with some yummy treats! Late night shopping on Thursdays means there are no excuses!!

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Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre

Head to The Harpur Centre for all your Christmas shopping, where you can find cheap and cheerful, fun and giggles, or gloriously glam – along with some yummy treats! Late night shopping on Thursdays means there are no excuses!!

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Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre
The Harpur Centre

Christmas Opening Times at The Harpur Centre

Head to The Harpur Centre for all your Christmas shopping, where you can find cheap and cheerful, fun and giggles, or gloriously glam – along with some yummy treats! Late night shopping on Thursdays means there are no excuses!!

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