What's on Bedford: 5 - 16 August 2026 - Bedford Independent

Your weekly what’s on guide for Bedford and the surrounding area from The Bedford Clanger. Never miss a thing in Bedford ever again...

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Bedfordshire Police seek wanted man following shop thefts and missed bail - Bedford Independent

Bedfordshire Police seek wanted man Nicholas O’Driscoll across Bedford Borough. Read his description and how to report to officers...

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Original Culture Festival returns to Priory Country Park with a full day of family-friendly fun - Bedford Independent

Now celebrating its fifth anniversary, the Original Culture Festival will be bringing the party to town this month, with an added special...

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Bedford Borough charity chair launches 100-mile solo running challenge for disabled youth - Bedford Independent

Podington man Paul Lockyer is running 100 miles to Bedford for charity Embrace. Read how he is preparing for his toughest challenge yet...

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New Blue Plaque scheme aims to honour Bedfordshire's "forgotten" heroes - Bedford Independent

Bedford Borough is invited to nominate underrepresented local heroes, including women and working-class figures, for national blue plaques...

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Red panda travels 800 miles to Woburn Safari Park for breeding program - Bedford Independent

Woburn Safari Park in Bedford Borough has joined a global conservation effort by welcoming a red panda from France...

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Monthly column: Hands off our hospital – again - Bedford Independent

There are some places in Bedford that I can’t imagine not existing. Bedford Hospital is one of them. My children were born there...

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Bedford Borough faces growth pressure as neighbouring council reviews housing sites - Bedford Independent

Major development across Central Bedfordshire signals regional growth pressures, Bedford Borough consultations expected within 18 months...

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Bedford Borough Council launches boundary and councillor reviews for Kempston and Shortstown - Bedford Independent

Bedford Borough Council is consulting on governance changes in Kempston and Shortstown. Have your say before Friday, 11 September...

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Review: All-female open-air 'As You Like It' delights Millbrook audience - Bedford Independent

Glorious weather permitted an outdoor performance of The Whole Pack Theatre’s adaptation of Shakespeare’s As You Like It...

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Bedford family to tackle half marathon following father's brain tumour death - Bedford Independent

A Bedford family will run the Robin Hood Half Marathon in memory of Zaim Hysa, raising funds for Brain Tumour Research after his death...

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Bedford's hockey youngsters help Beds and Herts to consecutive Sikh Games titles - Bedford Independent

Young members of Bedford Hockey Club are celebrating after the Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Under-12 squad retained the Sikh Games title...

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New look for one of Bedford's oldest pubs - Bedford Independent

The Ship on St Cuthbert's - one of Bedford's oldest pubs - began a temporary closure yesterday (3 August) to undergo a six-figure...

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Review: Rosie Jones hosts trailblazing talent showcase in Bedford - Bedford Independent

TV favourite Rosie Jones brought her foundation’s trailblazing Party, Not Pity showcase to Bedford’s Quarry Theatre as part of a...

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Celebrate 40 years of the Greensand Ridge with countryside walks this September - Bedford Independent

There is no better way to experience the beauty of Bedfordshire’s countryside than on foot, and this September offers the perfect...

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Dedicated volunteer teams help secure national awards for Bedford parks - Bedford Independent

Seven Bedford Borough parks and nature reserves have retained national Green Flag status thanks to local volunteers...

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Bedford's Gay and Miller score vital 'List A' hundreds in One Day Cup - Bedford Independent

Sunday was a good day for local cricketers in the professional arena, with two former Bedford School students scoring centuries...

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Increased operating costs and fly-tipping signal removal of textile recycling banks in Bedford - Bedford Independent

Bedford Borough Council has announced it will be removing five textile recycling banks in response to changes in the sector and challenges...

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Bedford Borough Council hosts special ceremony to celebrate Supported Interns - Bedford Independent

Bedford Borough Council has hosted a special ceremony to celebrate the young people who have just completed their year-long...

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Bedford wellbeing organisation added to NHS directory to support young people - Bedford Independent

A Bedford-based wellbeing organisation supporting young people has been added to the NHS MiDoS directory, allowing GPs and healthcare…

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Ethan Vernon adds cycling bronze to gold as Commonwealth Games comes to an end - Bedford Independent

Cyclist Ethan Vernon capped an excellent Commonwealth Games in Glasgow as he picked up a bronze medal in the Men's 10k Scratch race...

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Big Khan century tees up Queen's Park Westfield for big win at Southill - Bedford Independent

Zahid Ali Khan hit an unbeaten 138 as his Queen's Park Westfield side continued their firm grip at the top of the BCCL with victory...

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Monthly column: Putting the heart back into Bedford town centre - Bedford Independent

When I stood to become mayor, I made a simple promise. That Bedford town centre would once again become somewhere people choose to visit...

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Appeal for witnesses after fatal three-vehicle crash near Stewartby - Bedford Independent

Police appeal for dashcam footage and witnesses in Bedford Borough after a fatal three-vehicle collision near Stewartby...

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Bedford Ian writes… - Bedford Independent

Bedford Ian has been looking at recent goings on across Bedford Borough and tells us what he thinks of it all…

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Bedford's Ethan Vernon helps Team England win Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow - Bedford Independent

The full set of velodrome gold medals is in sight for Bedford's Ethan Vernon, who claimed Commonwealth Games gold in the team pursuit...

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Bedford families offered free bus travel to Luton Airport this August - Bedford Independent

Bedford families can travel to London Luton Airport for free this August by showing a boarding pass. Find out how to cut your travel costs...

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MP launches second annual Mid Bedfordshire pub of the year competition - Bedford Independent

MP Blake Stephenson (Conservative) has launched his second annual Pub of the Year competition to find the best pub in Mid Bedfordshire...

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Local author launches Bedford-based cosy crime novel with riverside giveaway - Bedford Independent

A Bedford author has taken inspiration from their floating home at Priory Marina for their new cosy crime murder mystery series...

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Hometown Tourist: On your bike in Bedford Borough - Bedford Independent

One of the best ways to see the beautiful countryside of our borough is by hopping on your bike and exploring the local cycle paths...

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