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Celebrating Bedford’s unsung publishing hero: Noel Carrington
Bedford Borough Council is proud to announce the opening of a free exhibition that shines a long-overdue spotlight on one of Bedford’s most influential yet often overlooked cultural figures, Noel Carrington. The exhibition, titled “Noel Carrington – Nothing Need be Ugly,” opens on Saturday, 15th November 2025 and will run until 28th June 2026 at The Higgins Bedford, Castle Lane, Bedford.
‘Stanny’s Stus’: A photographic glimpse into women’s sporting and social history at The Higgins Bedford
The Bedford Physical Education Old Students’ Association (BPEOSA) proudly announces the launch of ‘Stanny’s Stus’. It’s an evocative photographic exhibition presented in partnership with The Higgins Bedford and funded by Arts Council England and BPEOSA. This unique exhibition will be on display for six months, from Thursday 6th November 2025 to Sunday 31st May 2026, at The Higgins Bedford’s Sir William Harpur Gallery.
Fun Palaces return to The Higgins Bedford for 2025
This October, The Higgins Bedford will burst into life with the return of Fun Palaces, a vibrant community celebration filled with free, hands-on activities and events designed for all ages. Taking place on Saturday, 4th October, 11am-4pm, visitors can enjoy a remarkable day exploring creativity and culture through a wide range of engaging experiences such as photography, juggling, dancing, virtual reality exploring, and much more.
Easter Holiday activities at The Higgins Bedford celebrate Earth Day
Easter Holiday activities at The Higgins Bedford celebrate Earth Day As part of the Easter school holidays, The Higgins Bedford…
John Bunyan Community Boat announces the 2025 Cruise Programme
April to September will see the familiar sight of the blue and white John Bunyan Community Boat gracing the River Great Ouse in and around Bedford. Find more details here.
Bedford Borough Council begins its Year of Reading
Get the word out there, because Bedford Borough Council has begun its Year of Reading. This means 12 months of events and initiatives to celebrate and promote reading across the Borough.