New Exhibition
Future Bedford – An Exhibition of Children’s Work from The Harpur Trust Art Competition
9 July – 4 September 2022, Free Entry
The Harpur Trust presents an exciting exhibition of artwork by young people aged 4-16 years from Bedford Borough schools as part of The Harpur Trust biennial Art Competition.
Thinking ahead to the future, pupils from local schools were asked to select any year and create their vision of what they think the future might hold for Bedford. Four local artists led workshops with the children to explore different techniques before these young artists unleashed their imaginations. These are their hopes and dreams for Future Bedford!
Find out more on The Higgins Bedford website.
Summer Holiday Activities for Children & Teens
Summer Holiday Activities
2 August – 1 September
Enjoy the summer holidays at The Higgins Bedford with creative and STEM activities for children and teens:
Kevin’s Creation Station: Explore The Higgins Bedford with Kevin the Platypus and get creative in our arty crafty workshops. Includes Batik art, clay modelling, lacemaking, printmaking and decorating a bug themed pencil case.
Creation Station for Teens: Join local artist and illustrator Katie Allen and have a go at something new. Includes drypoint etching and modern brush calligraphy.
Summer STEAM: Join in STEM inspired activities with an arty twist. Includes designing rockets, nature themed crafts, sun prints, star gazing crafts and making Victorian optical illusion toys.
Puggle Club for Under 5’s: Explore a range of natural found objects and have a go at creative play.
Find out more about the workshops and how to book on The Higgins Bedford website.
The Higgins Joins Bedford River Festival
Alongside the Vegan Fayre and the family picnic area on the lawn in front of The Higgins Bedford, there are also free activities and stalls to enjoy as part of the River Festival.
Swords & Shields Craft Activity
Saturday 23 July, 11am – 5pm
Sunday 24 July, 11am – 5pm
Join Kevin the Platypus for free family crafts inspired by Bedford Castle and make swords and shields to take home. No need to book, just drop in.
Please be aware that places are limited and there may be a wait to start.
Plant Stall
Saturday 23 July, 11am – 4pm
Help to raise funds to continue to improve the gardens around The Higgins Bedford by coming along to buy some plants in this stall run by The Higgins Garden Volunteer Team.
Heritage Bedford Stalls
Saturday 23 July, 11am – 5pm
Sunday 24 July, 11am – 5pm
Find out more about Bedford’s history, culture and upcoming events from Bedford’s heritage organisations, including Bedfordshire Libraries, Bedford Archives, St Paul’s Church, Bedford Tour Guides, the Bunyan Boat, John Bunyan Museum, Panacea Museum, the Friends of Foster Hill Road Cemetery and many more.
Upcoming July Events
Reminiscence Session: Days Out
Thursday 14 July, 11am
Free Entry, Refreshments £1 – Booking Essential
Join us for our friendly reminiscence coffee morning, it’s a great way to meet new people and be inspired by memories and stories of the past. In this session we’ll be sharing memories of our favourite days out and about with family, friends, or independently. To book your place, please telephone 01234 718618.
The Higgins Knitting and Crochet Group
Tuesday 19 July, 11am – 1pm
Free Entry – Booking Essential
The Higgins Knitting and Crochet Group meets every third Tuesday of the month to get creative and to craft items for charities and events. You can join in-person at The Higgins Bedford or online. To book or to receive the Zoom login, please email gemma.hutton@bedford.gov.uk
Portable Antiquities Scheme
Wednesday 27 July, 1pm – 3pm
Free Entry – Booking Essential
Have you ever found archaeological objects whilst digging in the garden, taking the dog for a walk or metal detecting? Bring them in to Matt Fittock, Finds Liaison Officer for the Portable Antiquities Scheme, and find out more about them. Book your place by emailing Matthew.Fittock@stalbans.gov.uk
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