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Bedford town centre four-hour free parking scheme to pause from 3rd November
By Amy |

Bedford town centre four-hour free parking scheme to pause from 3rd November

Bedford Borough Council will be suspending the popular four-hour free parking offer in both Allhallows and Lurke Street multi-storey car parks from Monday, 3rd November 2025.

Oasis Beach Pool to enter planned suspension of use after a vibrant half term programme
By Amy |

Oasis Beach Pool to enter planned suspension of use after a vibrant half term programme

Bedford Borough Council confirms that Oasis Beach Pool will enter a planned suspension of use from Monday, 3rd November 2025, following a week of exciting events and activities for families to enjoy during the October half term.

Apply now for secondary school places in 2026
By Amy |

Apply now for secondary school places in 2026

Is your child due to start Secondary or Upper School next September? You need to apply by Friday 31st October 2025 for the best chance of getting a place at their preferred school.

Bedford Junior Aquathlon shatters participation record with 204 young athletes
By Amy |

Bedford Junior Aquathlon shatters participation record with 204 young athletes

Bedford Borough Council’s Sports Development team proudly celebrates the record-breaking success of the 2025 Bedford Junior Aquathlon held on Sunday, 12th October, at Robinson Pools & Fitness and Bedford Park.

POV: SHUTTLEWORTH ONLY DO AIR SHOWS…THINK AGAIN
By Amy |

POV: SHUTTLEWORTH ONLY DO AIR SHOWS…THINK AGAIN

Shuttleworth is highly regarded for its spectacular annual season of air shows, but if you were under the impression that air shows were where the events stopped you’d be missing out.

Bedford Borough prepares for Flood Action Week 13–17 October 2025
By Amy |

Bedford Borough prepares for Flood Action Week 13–17 October 2025

As autumn leaves fall and winter draws near, Bedford Borough Council, alongside the Environment Agency, will be taking part in Flood Action Week – a national campaign running from 13th to 17th October designed to raise awareness and help communities prepare, protect, and feel confident in the face of flood risks.