Upcoming events
You’ve Got Dragons at The Quarry Theatre
Monday 21 October 2019
A delightful tale of one child’s journey to come to terms with their dragons told in Taking Flight’s unique style.
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Creepy Creature Halloween Trail (19/10 - 03/11)
Monday 21 October 2019
Halloween fun for the whole family.
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SPOOKY BUNTING at Bedford Central Library
Monday 21 October 2019
Help us to decorate the library.
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GAOL (2/07 - 27/10) at Bunyan Meeting Church
Tuesday 22 October 2019
Discover what prison life was like for John Bunyan.
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Enter the World of Dreams and Nightmares at The Higgins Bedford
Tuesday 22 October 2019
Explore Dreams and Nightmares exhibition and enjoy spooky and creative activities.
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Spooky Stuff with Art Adventurers at The Higgins Bedford
Tuesday 22 October 2019
Make a mysterious Halloween scene with skeleton and zombie crafts.
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SPOOKY MURAL FUN at Bedford Central Library
Tuesday 22 October 2019
Create a spooky mural with the students from Bedford College.
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GAOL (2/07 - 27/10) at Bunyan Meeting Church
Wednesday 23 October 2019
Discover what prison life was like for John Bunyan.
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Enter the World of Dreams and Nightmares at The Higgins Bedford
Wednesday 23 October 2019
Explore Dreams and Nightmares exhibition and enjoy spooky and creative activities.
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Hubble, Bubble with Little Science Lab at The Higgins Bedford
Wednesday 23 October 2019
Enjoy spooky experiments, potions and crystal ball bubbles which are guaranteed to delight Harry Potter fans.
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IEXPLORE DAY at Bedford Central Library
Wednesday 23 October 2019
See books come to life!
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Hops and Dreams at Beerfly
Thursday 24 October 2019
Hops & Dreams is a brand new celebration of modern beer and music hosted and run by Beerfly, Bedford’s Buzzing Beer Shop.
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GAOL (2/07 - 27/10) at Bunyan Meeting Church
Thursday 24 October 2019
Discover what prison life was like for John Bunyan.
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Jackastory (In association with Rogan's Books) at Rogan's Books
Thursday 24 October 2019
This will be a very relaxed event with young – and old- being invited to join the readers on the stage in an intimate and friendly atmosphere.
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Enter the World of Dreams and Nightmares at The Higgins Bedford
Thursday 24 October 2019
Explore Dreams and Nightmares exhibition and enjoy spooky and creative activities.
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Monsters Under the Bed at The Higgins Bedford
Thursday 24 October 2019
Get creative and enjoy designing and making mini-monsters to take home.
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The Real Marigold Hotel Live at Bedford Corn Exchange
Thursday 24 October 2019
Stars of the smash hit BBC series embark on their first ever UK Tour.
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RHYMETIME at Bedford Central Library
Thursday 24 October 2019
Come for a story and stay for Chalk Drawing 12.00 – 3.30pm.
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CHALK DRAWING at Bedford Central Library
Thursday 24 October 2019
Come along and be artistic.
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Enter the World of Dreams and Nightmares at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 25 October 2019
Explore Dreams and Nightmares exhibition and enjoy spooky and creative activities.
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Halloween Clay at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 25 October 2019
Halloween Clay with Victoria Houghton: shape creepy clay models this Halloween.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 25 October 2019
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Deaf Space at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 25 October 2019
Deaf Space Community drop in service.
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The A Band at The Flower Pot Bedford
Friday 25 October 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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Creepy Creature Halloween Trail (19/10 - 03/11)
Friday 25 October 2019
Halloween fun for the whole family.
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Bedford StrEAT Feast October 2019
Friday 25 October 2019
StrEAT Feast is a fantastic new monthly street food market offering an array of international flavours from established street food traders and local caterers coming together to celebrate good food and great company.
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OZOBOT CREATIVE ROBOT SESSIONS at Bedford Central Library
Friday 25 October 2019
Robot sessions at Central Library.
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GAOL (2/07 - 27/10) at Bunyan Meeting Church
Saturday 26 October 2019
Discover what prison life was like for John Bunyan.
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Local Author Book Signing: Paper Boats and Butterflies at Rogan's Books
Saturday 26 October 2019
Paper Boats and Butterflies, Unfolding the Truth, is the first of a trilogy for a young adult audience.
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Music Matters: African and Caribbean Heritage Day at The Higgins Bedford
Saturday 26 October 2019
Celebrate the music that has inspired Bedford’s African and Caribbean community.
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1 Day - Jewellery Making For Beginners at Barovic Jewellery Academy
Saturday 26 October 2019
This course is aimed at complete beginners so no previous experience is required.
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Sergio singing LIVE at The Higgins Pantry
Saturday 26 October 2019
Sergio is back! Don’t miss out.
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HALLOWEEN SPECIAL at Art Centre & Gallery
Saturday 26 October 2019
The next STORY DRAWY is Saturday 26th October 3-4pm!
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Workshop Boys at The Flower Pot Bedford
Saturday 26 October 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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Christmas Fayre at Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel
Saturday 26 October 2019
Come and join us for our very first Christmas Fayre at The Mercure Bedford Centre Hotel.
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PAPER PUMPKIN DECORATING at Bedford Central Library
Saturday 26 October 2019
Get ready for the big day with pumpkin fun.
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Wedding Fair at The Grand Hall
Sunday 27 October 2019
The Wedding Fair is open between 11.00am and 3:30pm and features over 35 leading exhibitors from the Bedford area and beyond.
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The Battle of Bedford 2019 at Bedford Corn Exchange
Sunday 27 October 2019
Bodybuilding & Fitness show, promoting local gyms, businesses and athletes.
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The Very Hungry Caterpillar (24th - 27th) at The Quarry Theatre
Sunday 27 October 2019
The Very Hungry Caterpillar, by author/illustrator Eric Carle has delighted generations of readers since it was first published in 1969.
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Pumpkins, Paint and Prosecco with Typegal at Foundry
Monday 28 October 2019
Get Halloween ready with Typegal on the 28th October.
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SPOOKY CRAFTS at Bedford Central Library
Monday 28 October 2019
Make treat bags, crowns and honeycomb decorations.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Tuesday 29 October 2019
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Barry Venning - Artists' Feuds at The Higgins Bedford
Tuesday 29 October 2019
Join popular lecturer and art historian, Barry Venning to find out about the world’s greatest artistic feuds.
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How to Make Your Business a Success from the Start at Soaring Falcon Accountancy
Wednesday 30 October 2019
The low down on what you need to know to make sure you’re tackling your accounts correctly when starting a new business.
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Wednesday Art Workshops at The Basement @ Bunyan
Wednesday 30 October 2019
Get creative every Wednesday!
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Swann & Bloefield - Dancing down the Wicket at Bedford Corn Exchange
Wednesday 30 October 2019
Don’t miss out on the greatest double act since Morecambe and Wise.
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Philharmonia - Swan Lake at Bedford Corn Exchange
Thursday 31 October 2019
Catch Swan Lake at Bedford Corn Exchange.
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Haunted Higgins House Tour at The Higgins Bedford
Thursday 31 October 2019
Join us this Halloween for mysterious tales of things that go bump in the museum.
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Halloween Disco at The Flute Wine & Lounge Bar
Thursday 31 October 2019
Celebrate Halloween at The Flute!
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 1 November 2019
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Another Roll of The Dice at The Flower Pot Bedford
Friday 1 November 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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Creepy Creature Halloween Trail (19/10 - 03/11)
Friday 1 November 2019
Halloween fun for the whole family.
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Christmas Fair at St Paul's church
Saturday 2 November 2019
Range of stalls with Christmas gifts and refreshments.
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Marty Macdonalds Toy Machine at Bedford Corn Exchange
Saturday 2 November 2019
Marty MacDonald’s Toy Machine is a fun, interactive, song-filled adventure.
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Bedford Book Signing - A Knight Named Clover at Rogan's Books
Saturday 2 November 2019
Come along in your best Knight or Princess outfit – or hey, a Dragon, why not! – and have your book signed by Iain.
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The Noise Next Door- AT SEA! at The Quarry Theatre
Saturday 2 November 2019
The Noise Next Door are the U.K’s premier improv comedy troupe who have taken the comedy world by storm.
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The Noise Next Door at The Quarry Theatre
Saturday 2 November 2019
THE NOISE NEXT DOOR are the U.K’s premier improv comedy troupe who have taken the comedy world by storm.
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Festival of Remembrance Concert 2019 at Bedford Corn Exchange
Saturday 2 November 2019
On Saturday 2nd November 2019 the Bedfordshire Royal British Legion invites you to join with us in our own County “Festival of Remembrance” raising money for the Poppy Appeal.
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Full Circle at The Flower Pot Bedford
Saturday 2 November 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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From Europe to the Wide Missouri at St. Peter de Merton Church
Sunday 3 November 2019
Cantamus chamber choir at St. Peter de Merton church.
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Wednesday Art Workshops at The Basement @ Bunyan
Wednesday 6 November 2019
Get creative every Wednesday!
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NT Live: Hansard at The Quarry Theatre
Thursday 7 November 2019
See two-time Olivier Award winners, Lindsay Duncan (Birdman, About Time) and Alex Jennings (The Lady in the Van, The Queen), in this brand-new play by Simon Wood, broadcast live from the National Theatre in London.
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Annie - Rare productions at Bedford Corn Exchange
Thursday 7 November 2019
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City.
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Salsa Picante Classes & Party at El Picante
Friday 8 November 2019
Come and join Sami and the DZE team providing you with top dance tuition.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 8 November 2019
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Annie - Rare productions at Bedford Corn Exchange
Friday 8 November 2019
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City.
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Deaf Space at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 8 November 2019
Deaf Space Community drop in service.
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Single File at The Flower Pot Bedford
Friday 8 November 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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Longbottom Leaf at The Bear in Bedford
Saturday 9 November 2019
A great night of live music at the Bear.
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Annie - Rare productions at Bedford Corn Exchange
Saturday 9 November 2019
With equal measures of pluck and positivity, little orphan Annie charms everyone’s hearts despite a next-to-nothing start in 1930s New York City.
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Dr Philsoulman at The Flower Pot Bedford
Saturday 9 November 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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Philharmonia - Poems and Paintings at Bedford Corn Exchange
Tuesday 12 November 2019
Celebrate the evocative power of music in a programme alive with Impressionist brush strokes and vivid memories.
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Purple Tuesday - The UK's Accessible Shopping Day
Tuesday 12 November 2019
Purple Tuesday 2019 is an international call to action, focused on changing the customer experience for disabled people.
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Wednesday Art Workshops at The Basement @ Bunyan
Wednesday 13 November 2019
Get creative every Wednesday!
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Empowered Women Empower Women - Mique Moriuchi, Illustrator at Rogan's Books
Thursday 14 November 2019
Next in our programme of talks showcasing and celebrating the talented women of Bedford is Children’s Book Illustrator Mique Moriuchi.
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Introduction to Counselling: Bedford | (24 Oct - 14 Nov) at Citizens Advice
Thursday 14 November 2019
Introduction to Counselling provides an accessible and interesting introduction to the theory and practice of counselling.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 15 November 2019
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Matt Roberts at The Flower Pot Bedford
Friday 15 November 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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Choral Society - Dream of Gerontius at Bedford Corn Exchange
Saturday 16 November 2019
Catch the Choral Society at Bedford Corn Exchange.
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Journeymen at The Flower Pot Bedford
Saturday 16 November 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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Wednesday Art Workshops at The Basement @ Bunyan
Wednesday 20 November 2019
Get creative every Wednesday!
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Christmas Wreath Workshop at Made In Bedford at Number 13
Thursday 21 November 2019
Make your own Christmas wreath.
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FREE Poetry Competition at St Peter's Church
Friday 22 November 2019
Free entry poetry competition ‘What Makes Christmas Special To Me’.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 22 November 2019
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Deaf Space at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 22 November 2019
Deaf Space Community drop in service.
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Acoustopaea at The Flower Pot Bedford
Friday 22 November 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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Bedford Christmas Fair
Saturday 23 November 2019
Bedford Christmas fair with fun, shopping, and delight for the whole family.
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Yer Blues Bones at The Flower Pot Bedford
Saturday 23 November 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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British Red Cross Bedfordshire Christmas Fair at Bedford School
Saturday 23 November 2019
There’s something for everyone with gift shopping, food and music.
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Bedford Christmas Fair
Sunday 24 November 2019
Bedford Christmas fair with fun, shopping, and delight for the whole family.
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Bedford EAT Feast Xmas Lights at Riverside Bedford
Sunday 24 November 2019
EAT Feast will have an array of international flavours from established food trucks and caterers.
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Light Switch on & Firework Display at The Embankment
Sunday 24 November 2019
Annual Christmas light switch on and firework display.
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Luther Vandross Celebration at Bedford Corn Exchange
Thursday 28 November 2019
Luther Vandross the legend lives on.
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Christmas Shopping Evening at Rogan's Books
Thursday 28 November 2019
Make Christmas shopping easy.
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Little Shop of Horrors at The Quarry Theatre
Thursday 28 November 2019
Bedford School Presents a deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors.
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Toys in the Attic at The Flower Pot Bedford
Friday 29 November 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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Little Shop of Horrors at The Quarry Theatre
Friday 29 November 2019
Bedford School Presents a deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors.
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Blue Road at The Flower Pot Bedford
Saturday 30 November 2019
Live music at The Flower Pot!
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Little Shop of Horrors at The Quarry Theatre
Saturday 30 November 2019
Bedford School Presents a deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical, Little Shop Of Horrors.
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Made in Bedford's Christmas Artisan Fair 2019 at Made in Bedford at Number 13
Sunday 1 December 2019
The twice yearly Made in Bedford Artisan Fairs are Bedfordshire’s largest arts, crafts and produce fairs.
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Santa Run Bedford 2019 at Bedford Embankment
Sunday 1 December 2019
Join hundreds of other Santas at Bedford Embankment for the most festive, fun 5km walk, jog or run, all raising vital funds for Keech Hospice Care, Bedfordshire’s children’s hospice, this Christmas.
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Christmas Tree Festival (4th - 8th December) at St Paul's Church
Wednesday 4 December 2019
Get in the festive spirit at St Paul’s Church.
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Wednesday Art Workshops at The Basement @ Bunyan
Wednesday 4 December 2019
Get creative every Wednesday!
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Christmas Tree Festival (4th - 8th December) at St Paul's Church
Thursday 5 December 2019
Get in the festive spirit at St Paul’s Church.
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Christmas Tree Festival (4th - 8th December) at St Paul's Church
Friday 6 December 2019
Get in the festive spirit at St Paul’s Church.
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Christmas Tree Festival (4th - 8th December) at St Paul's Church
Friday 6 December 2019
Get in the festive spirit at St Paul’s Church.
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Philharmonia Cello Quartet at St Paul's church
Friday 6 December 2019
Christmas Tree Festival Concert at St Paul’s Church.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 6 December 2019
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Christmas Tree Festival (4th - 8th December) at St Paul's Church
Saturday 7 December 2019
Get in the festive spirit at St Paul’s Church.
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Christmas Tree Festival (4th - 8th December) at St Paul's Church
Sunday 8 December 2019
Get in the festive spirit at St Paul’s Church.
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Andy Parsons: Healing the Nation at Bedford Corn Exchange
Wednesday 11 December 2019
Catch Andy Parsons at Bedford Corn Exchange.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 13 December 2019
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Beford Choral Society - Christmas Carols at Bedford Corn Exchange
Saturday 14 December 2019
This Biennial event is always an excellent way to kick – start your Christmas celebrations.
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Vegan Christmas Market at John Bunyan Museum
Saturday 14 December 2019
Great opportunity to eat, shop and meet at our regular monthly vegan market in the heart of Bedford Town Centre – one of it’s kind!
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Hansel and Gretel – the Pantomime at The Quarry Theatre
Saturday 14 December 2019
A fun-filled, sugar-fuelled, family-friendly pantomime adventure.
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Hansel and Gretel – the Pantomime at The Quarry Theatre
Sunday 15 December 2019
A fun-filled, sugar-fuelled, family-friendly pantomime adventure.
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Neil Sands Christmas Memories 2019 at Bedford Corn Exchange
Monday 16 December 2019
Neil Sands and his wonderful cast are back with their biggest ever production of their hit show.
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Santa's Christmas Countdown at Bedford Corn Exchange
Tuesday 17 December 2019
Catch Santa’s Christmas Countdown at Bedford Corn Exchange.
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Faulty Towers Christmas Dining Experience at Bedford Corn Exchange
Thursday 19 December 2019
Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve a 3-course meal along with plenty of laughs and audience participation in this 5-star immersive show.
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Hansel and Gretel – the Pantomime at The Quarry Theatre
Saturday 21 December 2019
A fun-filled, sugar-fuelled, family-friendly pantomime adventure.
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Santa Claus is coming to town at Bedford Corn Exchange
Saturday 21 December 2019
Santa Claus is coming to Bedford town!
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Hansel and Gretel – the Pantomime at The Quarry Theatre
Sunday 22 December 2019
A fun-filled, sugar-fuelled, family-friendly pantomime adventure.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 27 December 2019
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Rapunzel - A Tangled Pantomime (21st Dec 2019 to 1st January 2020) at Bedford Corn Exchange
Wednesday 1 January 2020
Now in it’s 14th Year, the award winning Bedford Pantomime Company return with their festive frolics and traditional panto fun as they present : Rapunzel – A Tangled Pantomime!
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 3 January 2020
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 10 January 2020
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 31 January 2020
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 7 February 2020
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 14 February 2020
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 21 February 2020
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 28 February 2020
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 6 March 2020
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Friday 13 March 2020
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Boyz Life at Bedford Corn Exchange
Thursday 19 March 2020
Two of the world’s biggest bands BOYZONE and WESTLIFE come together.
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Dreams and Nightmares (12/10/19 - 22/03/20) at The Higgins Bedford
Sunday 22 March 2020
Explore dreams and nightmares in art with an exhibition of incredible artworks.
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Bedford Vegan Market at John Bunyan Museum
Saturday 25 April 2020
Great opportunity to eat, shop and meet at our regular monthly vegan market in the heart of Bedford Town Centre – one of it’s kind!
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Bedford River Festival
Saturday 18 July 2020
The ever-popular Bedford River Festival takes place in July every other year, and will be back bigger and better for 2020.
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Bedford River Festival
Sunday 19 July 2020
The ever-popular Bedford River Festival takes place in July every other year, and will be back bigger and better for 2020.
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Bedford Vegan Market at John Bunyan Museum
Saturday 26 September 2020
Great opportunity to eat, shop and meet at our regular monthly vegan market in the heart of Bedford Town Centre – one of it’s kind!
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