Reviews an info on all the best in Bedford, from fine cuisine to kebab shops, deli’s to coffee shops.
The North Bedfordshire Branch of the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) have named the Polhill Arms, Renhold as their Branch Pub of the Year for the second year in succession. This year they have also named it as their Cider Pub of the Year, a title the Polhill Arms last held two years ago. The…
By Stephen Bywater The airy restaurant, named after its location in the building, is high-end forest minimalist with a splash of the industrial. Outside, in the dead of winter, there’s a hint of Scandi-noir, but on a summer’s evening the lake’s enchanting. The mood is mellow and the service glides unobtrusively on. For drinks we…
The Gallery cafe on Howard Street (formerly Délices) opens its doors on Saturday 9 February following a complete refurbishment. In these days of corporate coffee shops & online anonymity, the Gallery offers something truly unique in Bedford town centre, with collaboration at its heart. The on-site bakery will be home to Companions Real Bread CIC who have…
As you may have read in the Bedford Independent, wildfowl on our rivers and ponds benefit from being fed by the public, especially during the winter months, when their natural food sources are harder to find. The RSPB recommend specialist food plus lettuce and potatoes, peas and grain as well as traditional bread. If you’re…
Following a year-long restoration, the new Red Lion Stevington Restaurant and Rooms launched with a thank you party for its neighbours in acknowledgement of their support during the last 12 months. The pub, in the heart of the village, has been empty and run down for eight-years. Fortunately, its future has been secured with a…
Helen Davies, Director of Woburn Country Foods Butchers based in Haynes, is a finalist in the National Women In Meat Awards, Food Service Category. The competition is run by Meat Management Magazine to celebrate the work of women in the meat industry as they are still very much in the minority of staff numbers. A…
Decant Wine and Cheese Deli is the latest addition to Castle Lane and Bedford’s Cultural Quarter. As you’d expect from the name, they serve a hand-picked selection of French cheeses, complimented by fine wines (other drinks are available). This month sees the launch of the deli, as well as light breakfasts plus coffee and cheese…
From 4pm on Wednesday 3 October – Saturday 6 October With around 160 cask ales, plus 50 ciders and perries, this year’s Bedford Beer & Cider Festival at the Corn Exchange is certain to have something for all tastes. The 2018 Champion Beer of Britain, Broken Dream Breakfast Stout from Berkshire’s Siren Brewery will be…
Thursday 6th September 2018 All aboard the John Bunyan Boat for a sunset cruise with the Stephen and Dawn Black of the Happy Brewer. Sample fine wines and exceptional cheeses as you cruise the Ouse! In partnership with Winexpert (the world’s largest manufacturer of premium, multi award-winning winemaking products), The Happy Brewer will help you choose…
With live music, craft ales and ciders plus recent releases from Charles Wells’ fantastic Wandering Brewer project, this promises to be a fun-filled weekend at the Knife & Cleaver in Houghton Conquest. The pub’s outdoor bar will also be serving a range of gins and vodka while Head Chef Dan and his team will be…