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Bedford Borough Council announces annual tulip bulb giveaway for community groups
By Ben |

Bedford Borough Council announces annual tulip bulb giveaway for community groups

Bedford Borough Council has announced the return of its popular annual tulip bulb giveaway, inviting local community groups to brighten…
New ‘Choose You’ service launches to help residents quit smoking, lose weight, and build healthy habits
By Amy |

New ‘Choose You’ service launches to help residents quit smoking, lose weight, and build healthy habits

Choose You, a free-to-access service designed to support residents in improving their health and wellbeing, has been launched in Bedford Borough
Vibrant New Visitor and Cultural Hub for Bedford Town Centre
By Amy |

Vibrant New Visitor and Cultural Hub for Bedford Town Centre

What’s On Bedford Borough hub provides a vibrant new space that celebrates local culture, supports tourism, and provides practical services for residents and visitors alike.
Bedford Borough Council announces £2.5 million refurbishment of historic Corn Exchange
By Ben |

Bedford Borough Council announces £2.5 million refurbishment of historic Corn Exchange

Bedford Borough Council has announced a major refurbishment project for the Grade II listed Bedford Corn Exchange, set to take…
Bedford Borough Council unveils new solar and battery storage project at multi-storey car park
By Amy |

Bedford Borough Council unveils new solar and battery storage project at multi-storey car park

Bedford Borough Council has announced the successful completion and unveiling of a new renewable energy project: an 84kW solar photovoltaic (PV) array paired with a 69kW battery storage system installed on the rooftop of Queen Street Multi-storey Car Park. The installation, comprising 188 solar panels, has already reduced the car park’s electricity consumption by over 50% in March 2025 alone, marking a significant step towards the council’s target of net zero carbon emissions by 2030.
Bedford Borough to commemorate VE Day 80 with flag raising ceremony and community events
By Amy |

Bedford Borough to commemorate VE Day 80 with flag raising ceremony and community events

Bedford Borough Council is proud to announce a special VE Day 80 Flag Raising Ceremony on Thursday 8 May 2025, from 10.30-11.15am at Harpur Square (what3words ///chat.point.grows). This dignified event will mark the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day, a pivotal moment in history when the formal acceptance of Nazi Germany’s unconditional surrender brought an end to World War II in Europe.