This April the familiar sight of the blue and white John Bunyan Community Boat returns to make its way along the River Great Ouse. Manned entirely by volunteers for the benefit of the residents of Bedford and surrounding areas, the 2024 season runs until October and retains many popular cruises from previous years, such as the evening music cruises, supper cruises, plus family river cruises. (FYI, if you’d like to get involved they’d love to hear from you!)

The John Bunyan Boat is also the perfect place to learn more about the natural environment, along with the history and geography in and around Bedford. Their Education Experience brochure has details and prices. Look out for History Tours and Eye Spy cruises to keep enquiring minds busy.