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Free entry.

Experience the magic of daytime family films or join up with your friends for an evening screening under the stars in this Bedford location.

For a limited time, join our weekly group coaching programme and get your first session for free, plus 50% off the first month!

Don’t miss the opportunity to start you tennis journey, Secure your spot today!

Use the discount code MY50 when registering online.

It’s also £1 per adult spectator.

Visit the website for further information and a full list of courses which include archery, badminton, bowls, dance, golf and yoga.

Stay healthy, keep fit and make new friends.

These sessions are suitable for toddlers who are up and walking, through to pre-schoolers.

Your children and you can enjoy stories, rhymes, musical instruments, bubbles and making new friends!

It’s a drop-in activity, so no need to book. Just pop in any time from 10.30am-midday or from 1-2.30pm and stay for as long as you like.

Throughout the weekend you’re promised epic races and entertainment for the entire family.

When it comes to running, you have the choice; to conquer the Raring2go Mini-mile, Bedford 5k, Twilight 10k, Bedford Half Marathon or Bedford 20!

And all the while, there will be plenty of festival vibes back at the event village with the live music, food and & drink, outdoor cinema, health and wellbeing area, a kids’ zone and funfair!

You are not going to want to miss out on what is sure to be a fantastic weekend!

With over 1,500 miles of rights of way in Bedfordshire there are still plenty of opportunities to get out and explore our surprising and varied county.

The walks range from short, gentle ambles of four to five miles, morning and afternoon walks of 6 to 8 miles to all day walks of 10 to 13 miles. Our four groups aim to have something for everyone.

Bedford Flea pride themselves on being the purveyors of quality with the emphasis on locally made, locally-grown and locally-sourced products, from some of our most skilled small businesses and hobbyists.

This market runs on the second Sunday of each month from 10am to 3pm.

Learn about shape dimensions and sequencing in dot paintings and have a go at painting your own masterpiece on a small canvas.

It is a practical course running from 11am to 1pm each day, please book in advance.

There are four sessions in this course to attend, and you can take your canvas home after the last session.

From soap flower gifts to up-cycled jars and glasses, wax melts to handmade bags, and hand-painted plant pots to knitwear, you’ll find a variety of high-quality and original items that showcase our local crafters’ passion and expertise.

The market runs from 9.30am-3.30pm.

He’ll also help children create their own stories using puppets, drawings, songs and the artwork from the gallery.

Ideal for ages up to seven, children must bring along an adult.

Please be aware, space in the gallery is limited and is offered on a first come first served basis.

There will be a wreath laying ceremony lead by the Royal British Legion to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Operation Market Garden which took place between 17-25 September 1944.

The ceremony itself will take approximately 30 minutes, lead by the Royal British Legion and with standard bearers and various veteran associations in attendance.

Perfect for thrill seekers!

Works from the collection, including some that have never been on display before, as well as old favourites, will be introduced by The Keeper of Fine and Decorative Art.

This runs from 10-11.30am and must be booked in advance.

To book places on exhibition tours and workshops please call the Box Office on 01234 718044 (open Tuesday to Saturday, 10am-4pm) or follow the link below.

These include public realm improvements to St. Paul’s Square, Midland Road and Greyfriars.

It also includes transport infrastructure improvements throughout Bedford town centre.

Come and learn more about the projects and provide us with your thoughts. .

Come and speak to the team and find out more from 12.30-2.30pm.

Do you want the opportunity to meet the Police and Crime Commissioner, hear from him, share your views and ask about his plans for the future?

Come along to the Harrold Centre at 7pm.

You’ll have the chance to hear from the PCC first-hand and share your ideas on making our county safer and fairer.

Refreshments are available for just £1 and there’s no need to book.

The tour runs from midday-12.30pm and booking in advance is essential.

To book places on exhibition tours and workshops please call the Box Office on 01234 718044 (open Tuesday to Saturday 10am-4pm) or go to the website, link below.

As usual, the event will bring together an incredible selection of vegan street food vendors, artisan bakers, craft brewers, ethical jewellers, local artists, environmental charities and loads more.

See you there from 10.30am-4pm.

Expect all of the family favourites, from egg and spoon races to baking competitions and much more.

Events on the day take place from 12-7pm. We look forward to seeing you there!

You will have the opportunity to ask questions and learn about all things fostering.

Booking in advance is essential

If so and you would like to find out more about them, Matt Fittock, Finds Liaison Officer for the Portable Antiquities Scheme run by the British Museum can help.

Runs from 1-3pm, with free entry, just drop in.

Registration is from 10.30am and the walk begins at 11.30am.

There will also be entertainment, a tombola, information stands and refreshments available – and you’re welcome to bring a picnic and stay afterwards.

For more details email contact@tibbsdementia.co.uk

Bring your picnic blanket, grab some snacks, and settle in for a delightful afternoon amongst the beautiful surroundings of the Embankment.

There will be a limited number of deckchairs for visitors and people are welcome to bring along their own chairs too.

The craft market runs from 10am-3.30pm.

Suitable for under-12s, children must be accompanied by an adult.

Please be aware that space is limited and there may be a wait to start.

Wednesday 4-11pm.

Thursday and Friday midday-11pm.

Saturday midday-11pm.

Entry is £2 for CAMRA members and £5 for non-members.

The Festival sponsor is Gallagher Developments.

Although it can sometimes feel challenging we all use numbers every day – at work, at home and when we’re out.

These different workshops help people to:

• build confidence managing money
• confidently use maths at home and at work
• shop for less and learn to cook to suit your lifestyle
• support your children with homework
• unlock new career and learning opportunities
• achieve an accredited maths qualification.

As part of the Government’s Adult Numeracy programme known as Multiply, Bedford Borough Council has received funding to offer courses that will help you to improve your skills and confidence with maths.

The first two hours parking is free in Queen Street Car Park.

And you can park free for up to two hours every Saturday in all Council-owned town centre single and multi-storey car parks.

Free parking all day every Sunday in Council-owned town centre car parks and each day after 6pm in all town centre car parks, except for River Street.

Free on-street parking after 6pm, Monday to Saturday, except for Castle Lane which is from 11pm.

Don’t forget that bus fares are just £2, and the app operated secure cycle shelter is available on the corner of the Harpur Centre opposite St. Paul’s Church – email highways.helpdesk@bedford.gov.uk with your full name, address, and contact number to register an account and find details of the app to gain entry.