What's On BedsLife Nov17

WHAT'SON Your essential guide to activities, clubs, events and lots more in your area. There’s something for everyone!

ARTS, CULTURE & TALKS Bedford Art Society Friday 3rd November 7.15 for 7.30 start Keith Morton is an experienced portraitist who has a straight-forward approach to painting.

Demonstrating in acrylics, he will talk about the basics of head construction and give useful tips for achieving a likeness.

Putnoe Heights Church, Bedford, MK418EB Entry is free for members, £5 for visitors. Contact Jean Paterson 01234 307210 or www.bedsartsociety.co.uk for information Hardy Plant Society, Cambs & Beds.

Saturday November 4th, 2.00pm Short AGM will be followed by a talk by Andrew Ward on ‘Indispensable plants’. Andrew is a nursery owner & will bring plants for sale. Tools & sundries stall.

Visitors welcome £4.

Weatherley Centre, Stratton School, Eagle Farm Road, Biggleswade, Beds. SG18 8JH Alpine Garden Society, Bedfordshire group Monday November 6th 7.30 for 8.00pm Please join us for Peter & Jackie Murray’s talk on Snowdrops. They are not just for February!

Local nursery Plant sales (not just alpine plants), plant exhibits. Visitors very welcome £3 including refreshments. Wilstead Village Hall, MK45 3BX Bedford Architectural, Archaeological, & Local History Society Wednesday 8th November 7:30pm Illustrated talk – “Conservation and The Future of the Civic Movement”. Ian Harvey (Civic Voice) Putnoe Heights Church & Community Centre Bedford MK41 8EB Non-members welcome – £3:00 entry Enquiries (01234) 365095. www.baalhs.org.uk Bedford Local Group of The Wildlife Trust Wednesday 8th November Meeting 7-15 for 7-30 pm ‘Rushden Lakes’ An illustrated talk about this new reserve and development by katie King,a Wildlife Trust staff member. Priory Methodist Church Hall, Newnham Avenue, Bedford MK41 9QJ. Plenty parking available, All welcome, no charge but voluntary contributions are appreciated. Further details available under Events on www.wildlifebcn.org or at 01234 266057

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Antique Showroom Open Days – Williams Antiques Friday 10 & Saturday 11 November 10-4pm each day There will also be two other antique traders. Ralph Moss selling silver and collectables and Copperplate Maps selling maps and prints. Furniture, pictures, glass, silver and ceramics. Lots of ideas for unusual Christmas presents. Refreshments available.

1 Hampshire Buildings, School Lane, Colmworth, Bedford MK44 2JZ Tel 01234 378866.

Eight Months that shook the world – Russia in 1917 Talk by Dr Jonathan Davis of Anglia University to the HA (Historical Association-Bedford) Wednesday 15th November Bedford School Library, de Parys Ave, Burnaby Rd gate, MK40 2TU, 7.30 pm Free to HA members. Others welcome with a donation.

Details 07989 837819/01234 266839 Embroiderers’ Guild, Bedford Branch Thursday November 16th 7.30 for 8.00pm Interested in textiles? Tonight Jill Izzard will be speaking on ‘Forever Stitching’. Please see www.jilltextileart.com for examples of her work.

Lots of chat, previously loved goods for sale and information about local textile events. Visitors welcome, £4 including refreshments.

St Mark’s Church, Calder Rise, Brickhill MK41 7UY Bedford RSPB local group Meet at ARA club, Manton Lane Bedford MK41 7PF. Thursday 16th November at 7.30 pm Jo Thomas presents ‘Birds of India’. Jo runs the travel company ‘Wild about Travel’ and has a vast & interesting knowledge of India’s spectacular wildlife.

Suitable for Experts and Novices, RSPB membership not essential. Entrance fee, group members £1 Guest £2 annual group membership £5 Reg. Charity No. 207076, more info www.rspb.org.uk/groups/bedford Biddenham Gardeners Association Tuesday 21st November at 7.30 Biddenham Village Hall PAXTON PITTS – A COMMUNITY NATURE RESERVE

By Trevor Gunton Bedford Advanced Drivers – Royal Society for Prevention of Accidents Tuesday 21st November at 8pm The meeting will be used to discuss with its members and guests RoSPA’s proposals for changes to its association with its groups. Also changes the group are making for the future. This is an important meeting for members and anyone interested in Advanced Driving.

Lecture Room at the Bedford Athletic Stadium in Barkers Lane, Bedford. Plenty of parking available.

Any enquiries about the group can be directed to our website ‘www.roada-bedford.org.uk’ or by telephoning 01234 266070.

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Bedford National Trust Association November meeting 28th November at 2.00 for 2.30 Addison Centre, Kempston “ Statues in Bedford” a talk by Paul Nicholson There will be a small entry fee. T ea and biscuits from 2.00. Everyone welcome.

For further information please contact Betty Thomas on 01480 860 421 or go to the web site www.bedfordnt.org.uk Rushden Flower Arrangement Club, Thursday 30th November 7 for 7:30 p.m A Demonstration -. By Emma Remington – “Christmas Carols”. Raffle of designs and Seasonal Refreshments Held at the Full Gospel Church Hall, High Street South, NN10 0QX. Members £4.00 Visitors £8.00 For more information please go to our facebook page or call Carol 01933 412847

CHRISTMAS FAYRES & MARKETS Priory Methodist Church Autumn/Christmas Fair Saturday 4th November 10.00am – 2.00pm Stalls selling cakes and preserves, cards, gifts, paintings, crafts and others. Raffle, competitions, activities for children, refreshments and lunches. Entry is £1 (accompanied children free).

Priory Methodist Church, Newnham Avenue, Bedford.

All proceeds to the Church.

Willington Market Saturday 11th November: 10am – 12noon.

‘Vintage memories’ plus pre-Christmas gifts and the opportunity to place orders for food and goodies for Christmas (including 2mins silence at 11.00am).

Willington Peace Memorial Hall, Village Market, Further details: contact Jan on 01234 831687 or hello@ willingtonvillagemarket.co.uk Tiddlywinks Play Group Christmas Gift Fair Sunday 12th November 11.00am – 3.00pm Kempston Hammers Sports & Social Club High Street, Kempston.

Please come along to browse and buy at stalls raising funds for Tiddlywinks playgroup. Refreshments available. Entry 50 pence.

St Mark’s Church & Community Centre 23rd Annual Christmas Craft Fayre Saturday 18th November 2017 10.30am. – 3.30p.m.

Grand Prize Draw – 1st prize a digital television Professional craft stalls, Refreshments, Ploughman’s Lunches, Father Christmas.

Entrance 50p. Children Free Calder Rise/Avon Drive Bedford MK41 7UY Proceeds to Church Funds

Christmas Fair in aid of charities in the UK and abroad Saturday 18th November 10am – 4pm St Paul’s church, St Paul’s Sq, Bedford, MK40 1SQ To book a stall contact 01234 340163 http://www.stpaulschurchbedford.org.uk/ Christmas Market @ The Barns Sunday 19th November 12.00pm – 4.00pm The Barns will play host to a festive market and join a whole host of local suppliers offering a range of fantastic seasonal gifts – perfect for those last minute purchases. Free Entry The Barns Hotel,Cardington Road, Bedford “A Dickens Christmas Festival” November 25th – 26th Blunham Parish Church MK44 3NQ Windows decorated by various village organisations on a Dickens Theme.

Saturday 25th, 11:30 – 2:30 Various Stalls, Homemade Preserves, Cakes & Christmas puddings, Craft stalls, Raffle, Hot refreshments, and more …..

Sunday 26th, 2:00 – 4:00 Join us for a performance of Brass Music, Hand Bells and Dickens Readings, Raffle to be drawn afterwards...

Refreshments. Tickets £5. Pay at door More information on www.stedmundorstjamesblunham.com Christmas Fair British Red Cross Bedfordshire, Saturday 25thth November 2017, 10.00am – 4pm, Entry Fee £4. Programme will include demonstrations, tastings & activities.

Full details will be publicized closer to the event date.

Local School Choirs, stalls selling superb, quality items & many handmade gifts & products. Homemade cakes, refreshments, raffle, tombola & much more.

The Great Hall, Bedford Boys School, Burnaby Road, off De Parys Ave., Bedford, MK40 2TU. Parking/disabled parking available.

MS Therapy Centre Christmas Fayre Sunday 26th November 1pm – 4pm Adults £1 Children FREE Refreshments, tombola’s,Grand Raffle, Christmas Decorations. Santa’s Grotto £5 per child Bradbury House, Barkers Lane, Bedford MK41 9RX Christmas Charity Day Friday 1st December 10am – 4pm In aid of Cransley Hospice Kettering in memory of Howard Bosworth. Home baked cakes. Christmas gifts, handmade crafts, jewellery, handbags and cards.

Contact Julia on 01933 356424 juliaroberts@petercrisp.co.uk Peter Crisp Design Studio Church Street Rushden NN10 9YU

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St James’s Church, Biddenham – Christmas Bazaar Saturday 2nd December, 2.00pm to 4.30pm Stalls include jewellery, decorations and gifts, produce and cakes, bottle stall, planted bulbs, skin products, face painting, Father Christmas, raffle and refreshments. Entry £1 (Children free). All Welcome!

Biddenham Village Hall.

CLASSES, CLUBS & GROUPS MONDAYS

“Ouse Valley Singers A four-part harmony mixed choir who perform mainly for charitable purposes at churches, church halls, etc. In the North Beds area. Rehearsals are held in Sharnbrook Methodist Church every Monday evening at 7.30 p.m. performing mainly light music e.g. show music, folk songs, etc. We commence our autumn term on 11th September and we would welcome new members. Contact Sue Plant 01234 314229.”

Linedancing Monday Priory Methodist Church Newnham Avenue, Bedford MK41 9QJ Beginners/Improvers (Absolute Beginners Welcome) 7.30pm – 8.30pm www: http://dancingstars.comli.com/ Tele:07969847553 Kempston and District Model Railway Society Meets every Monday from 7.30pm-10pm At the Church of the Transfiguration rear church hall.

New members welcome.

Contact Brian Woodcock on 07795251988 or brianwoodcock@btinternet.com

TUESDAYS

Bedford Camera Club Start the Season Bedford Camera Club kicks off a new season on October 3rd, with a review of the events we have planned through to May 2018.

To learn more come along to our first meeting, it is free to non-members. We meet every Tuesday at 7.30 pm, October through April at Scott Lower School, Bedford.

Contact John Gough (07748 572845). www.bedfordcameraclub.co.uk/ Reading, Writing and all things books Tuesdays – 10am to noon Saxon Games and Crafts Saxon Way, Great Denham MK41 4GP £3 pp includes refreshments Call 07877951630 for details Bedford Advanced Drivers – Royal Society for Prevention of Accidents We meet bi monthly on the third Tuesday of each odd month in the Lecture Room at the Bedford Athletic Stadium in Barkers Lane, Bedford at 8.00pm.

Our next meeting will therefore be Tuesday 21st November. Any enquiries about the group can be directed to our website ‘www.roada-bedford.org.uk’ or by telephoning 01234 266070.

Silver lining Club for the silver haired.

Park Road Methodist Church Roff Avenue, opposite the high flats. Number 10 bus stops outside.

FREE. 2pm-4pm every first Tuesday of the month.

Various activities or just sit and chat with a cup of tea or coffee

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Rotary Club of Bedford de Parys Meet for breakfast every Tuesday at The Embankment Hotel 7.15am for 7.30am start.

Fellowship, fundraising and interesting speakers www.bedforddeparysrotary.co.uk Scottish Country Dancing – Beginners class.

Tuesday evenings 8pm -10pm ARA Social Club, Manton Lane, Bedford £2.50 per session, first evening free. Singles welcome No experience/partners needed. Wear soft shoes.

Keith Rose 01234 781448 keith@krose.plus.com Bedfordshire Guild of Weavers, Spinners and Dyers.

Meetings:- 1st Tuesday evening each month 7.30 – 9.30pm 3rd Saturday 10.30am. – 4.30pm each month.

A friendly group of lovers of textile related crafts have changed venue to Flitwick Village Hall, 11 Dunstable Rd, Flitwick, Bedford MK45 1HP

WEDNESDAYS

Local Friendship Group Welcomes new members We meet at a local public house every Wednesday at 8pm. Call 07835 732412/07925 910639.

Email: friendshipclub365@gmail.com Enjoy Irish Ceili and Set Dancing.

Every Wednesday 8 pm to 10 pm at the Reading Room, 1, Barkers Lane, Bedford. £2 per session – first evening free. No partner required.

Beginners welcome.

Ring Pat [01234 308224] for more details.

Evening Handcraft – Knitting, Stitching and lots of other hand crafts 1st & 3rd Wednesday of most months.

Enjoy craft and good conversation – Plus a whole craft shop to shop in if you want to. £4.75 per session which includes any drink off the O For Coffee menu.

Tudor Rose Patchwork Unit 1, Oakley Park, Station Road, Oakley MK43 7RB Phone 01234 824983 for further details.

Tudor Reeds Folk Dance Club Meet on First, Third and Fifth Wednesday of each month eve 8-10pm We are a friendly social Folk Dancing Club St Marks Church Hall, Calder Rise (off Avon Drive), Brickhill, Bedford MK41 7UY. It’s good fun for only £1 incl. refreshments. No partner required. Rosemary Mcneilage 01234 405594 MENCAP – Smiley Club Wednesdays 7pm – 8.30pm A fun social club for boys and girls from 9 to 18 who have learning disabilities. The club has a band of loyal volunteers, mostly teenagers and activities include: Art and crafts, board games, outside play in the warmer months and hanging out with friends!

Pine Cones Family Centre, (behind Livingstone Lower School) Clapham Road, Bedford.

For further information please contact the club leader Jeff Smith on 07798 762 808.

MENCAP – Sparkle Club Wednesdays in term time between 7.00pm – 9.00pm a social club for adults with learning disabilities. It is held on Putnoe Primary School, Church Lane, Bedford MK41 0DH.

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THURSDAYS

Follow on beading course Thurs 9th Nov 7pm to 9pm £10 per person Saxon Games and Crafts Saxon Way, Great Denham MK40 4FU Call 07877951630 for info or to book Follow on crochet course to make ‘Dragon Scale’ gloves Thurs 26th Nov – 7pm to 9pm £12 per person. Saxon Games and Crafts, Saxon Way, Great Denham, MK40 4FU Call 07877951630 for info or to book An evening making Christmas decorations Thurs 30th Nov 7pm to 9pm £10 per person Saxon Games and Crafts Saxon Way, Great Denham MK40 4FU Call 07877951630 for info or to book Bedford Pipe Band welcome new members.

Thursdays 7.30pm – 9.30pm Friendly & relaxed group beginners to experienced.

St John’s Church hall (MK42 0DL), Bedford.

Contact Pipe Major Donald Reid 01234 268475 Mrs. Barrett (Band Secretary) 01234 360967 www.bedfordpipeband.org.uk Bedford Gallery Quire 1st, 3rd, 5th Thursday of each month 7.30 pm Priory Methodist Church, Newnham Ave, Bedford We welcome those interested in singing/playing’West Gallery’ music from the early 18th century to the mid19th century. Contact Ken Baddley 01234 310018 www.bedfordgalleryquire.org.uk Bedford Folk Dance Company Meet Thursday eve 8 – 10 pm.

Friendly Country and Folk Dance Club Putnoe Heights Church, Bedford MK41 8EB It’s good fun for only £2 incl. Refreshments No partner required Ron Law 01234 825574 www.bedfordfolkdanceclub.com Magpie Ladies Group A friendly group who meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 7.30 pm At St Mark’s Church, Calder Rise, Brickhill.

(No meetings in August). Guest Speakers and social events. Tea/Coffee and cake included New members welcomed. Please Contact: Rosemary 01234 405594 or Barbara 01234 304960 Art Friends – Art for fun and friendship for all Thursdays 09.30am – 12.30pm A supportive club where beginners to those more experienced can develop their art work Suggested donation £4. Bromham Baptist Church, Village Road, Bromham, MK43 8JP Enquiries please call: Jackie 07880 518465, Kevin 07780 756436 or Lindsay 07960 329609

Flower School Thursday evenings 5pm – 7pm April Flowers, 90 High Street, Clapham Various arrangements covered with a demo followed by the opportunity for students to complete the same design which they can take home.

Booking essential Call Amy on 01234 343335 / 07794 827137 P.M Bridge Group First and third Thursdays of each month 11am to 2.45pm Friendly duplicate bridge Good standard buffet lunch £6 including lunch, tea or coffee. Renhold Village Hall.

Tel Ann on 01234 212066 Linedancing Thursday Kempston Hammers Social And Sports Club 134 High Street High Street Kempston Bedford MK42 7BN. Beginners/Improvers (Absolute Beginners Welcome) 7.00pm – 8.00pm Improver/Intermediate 8.00pm – 10.00pm www: http://dancingstars.comli.com/ Tele:07969847553

FRIDAYS

Putnoe Heights Machine Knitting Group.

Meets on alternate Fridays 9.30 – 12.30 September to July Beginners and Improvers all welcome Contact Marion Sutton on 01234 217647 Bedford Fine Companions Folk Dance Club Long established folk dance club who meet every Friday in term time from 8pm to 10pm at Hazeldene School Bedford MK41 9AT (use Hartshill entrance).

We are a friendly group always ready to welcome new members. No partner required. Contact David Cooke on 01234 823920, https://finecompanions.wordpress. com or find us on Facebook.

Bedfordshire Family History Society Welcomes new members at their monthly meetings on the 1st Friday of every month.

Contact Lynn on 01234 306482 Held in the Drama Hall of Mark Rutherford School, Wentworth Drive, Bedford MK41 8PX www.bfhs.org.uk Friday Daubers This friendly group of amateur daubers meets at 5 Lansdowne Road Bedford every Friday between 1pm and 4pm to spend a few hours enjoying our hobby.

Between us we use a variety of media. If you enjoy drawing and/or painting why not join us.

If you are interested why not contact one of us to find out more – Anne 07548 840856 or Jenny 01234 824568 or email Marianne marianne.sellers@ virginmedia.com

SUNDAYS

Chill out zone – a quiet moment before the week starts Sun 19th Nov 7pm to 9pm Saxon Games and Crafts Saxon Way Great Denham MK40 4FU Call 07877951630 for info

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COMMUNITY / CHARITY EVENTS Harvest 50/60’s night Sat 4th Nov 7.30pm to 11.30pm Music from Samantha Hughes Christ the King Parish Hall, Harrowden Road, Bedford MK42 0SP. Bar available, Raffle, Bring your own food Tickets £5 adult, £3 child For information call on 01234 965497 Great Barford Community Quiz Friday 17 November In the village hall, bar open from 7pm, quiz starts 7.30pm, teams of 4, £7 per person includes supper.

More details and to book a team, call Louise on 01234 870443.

Table Top Sale Saturday 18th Nov 9am to Noon Christ the King Parish Hall, Harrowden Road, Bedford MK42 0SP Entry 50p, Refreshments available For information call 01234 965497 Afternoon Vintage Tea Friday 24th Nov 2pm to 4pm Christ the King Parish Hall Harrowden Road, Bedford MK42 0SP Admission £3 – Tea, cake and dancing For Information call 01234 404563 The Corsairs proudly present ‘Saturday night at the Movies’ Sat 25th November 6pm Clapham Village Hall. Tickets inc food and entertainment £10. Available from any of The Corsairs or call 07799 843026. In aid of Local Charities AEG Home Appliance Cookery Demonstration Saturday 25th November 10.30am and 1pm each session 90 minutes Watch the AEG home economist in action demonstrating the benefits of the induction hob, the multi function oven and the combi steam oven and an opportunity to sample the food cooked too! Places are strictly limited so pre-booking is essential by contacting 01933 356424 or info@petercrisp.co.uk Peter Crisp Design Studio Church Street Rushden NN10 9YU Candlelit Advent Carol Service Sunday 3rd December 5.30 pm St Paul’s church, St Paul’s Sq, Bedford, MK40 1SQ

HEALTH & WELLBEING Over 70’s Gentle Exercise Classes Every Monday and Wednesday (except bank holidays) Mondays – Bedford Central Library (3rd floor meeting room). Wednesday – Bedford International Athletics Stadium. £4 per session Tel 01234 718835 www.bedford.gov.uk/sport

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Bedford Macular Support Group Third Monday of each month at 10:30 am.

Volunteer Centre, 43 Bromham Road Offering practical and emotional support to people suffering central vision loss or Macular Disease.

Speakers on a range of related topics.

Info 01234 781372 Hearts In Beds Cardiac Support Group First Tuesday each month 7pm Priory Methodist Church Halls, Newnham Ave, Bedford, MK41 9QJ Gentle exercise sessions from 7 – 7-30 pm under a qualified trainer. Everyone welcome, you don’t need to have a cardiac condition to join us.

Raffle at the end of the evening. Contact Sid Luff, 01234 404671 or Ted Jolliffe 01234 327791

MUSIC, DANCE & THEATRE The Fantastic Foxes @ Sharnbrook Mill Theatre, MK44 1NP Sunday 26th November 2.30 for 3 pm Joanna David, Edward Fox and Freddie Fox in conversation with David Saint, about their careers as part of a theatrical dynasty. Ticket: £20, includes Fizz Reception; Tea & Cakes after ‘The Audience with…’,from Brian Woodrow 01234 349455/ bwoodrow38@btinternet.com.

Appearances subject to professional engagements.

A ‘Warm Up’ Appeal event. Reg. Charity.

Bedford Organ and Keyboard Club Wednesday 29 November 7.30 – 10.00 pm Concert with CHRIS POWELL Addison Centre, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 8PN Members £5 Non-Members £6. Pay at door Tel: 01234 344423 www.organfax.co.uk/clubs/bedford

SPORTS & OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES ARCHERY

Ouse Valley Archers Currently offering a four week introduction in target archery.

Courses run by Archery GB approved coaches and all equipment is provided.For experienced archers or those who have completed a beginners course the club shoots indoors/outdoors on Thursday 7.00pm – 9.00pm and Sunday 2.00pm – 4.00pm at Putnoe Primary School & Field, Church Lane, Bedford For further details visit our website or contact info@ ousevalleyarchers.com

BADMINTON

Wootton Badminton Club Wootton Upper School, Hall End, Wootton, Beds, MK43 9HT Thursdays from 7.30pm to 10.00pm This friendly club welcomes anyone who does or has played badminton, sorry no absolute beginners.

Contact: Freda Dunlop 01234 270638 Email: garry.freda@btinternet.com www.woottonbedfordbadmintonclub.weebly.com

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BASKETBALL / DODGEBALL

Bedford Thunder Basketball club Mixed gender sessions Age 10-13 3.00-4.30 every Saturday Age 14-16 4.30-6.00 every Saturday Men’s club 7.35-9.45 every Tuesday All session in Bedford Academy, for further information contact bedfordthunder@outlook.com or visit our website www.bedfordthunder.com Bedford Mighty Eagles Dodgeball team We are a club that plays at a high level but would love anyone from any sporting ability and background to come down and give it a go as long as you are 15 and above. We have a men’s and women’s squad. It is great fun and a fantastic way to keep fit. We train on Tuesday’s 8-9 at: Hastingsbury school, Hill rise, Bedford, Mk42 7EB. First training session is FREE and then each session is only £3 after that

BOWLS

Kempston Park Indoor Bowls Club We are an indoor bowls club with superb facilities We offer bowls coaching from qualified coaches for beginners of all ages whether or not you are a club member. We provide you with bowls and bowls shoes and up to five lessons without any obligation to join.

290 Hillgrounds Road Kempston MK42 8UB 01234 852291. www.kempstonparkbowls.co.uk Bromham Short Mat Bowling Club Tuesday evenings 7.00 pm – 9.30 pm (year round) and Monday afternoons 2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (September to June only) We are a friendly group of people that play short mat bowls. It is a fun, in-expensive, sociable game for all ages with a cuppa at half time. We meet in Bromham Village Hall and the first two sessions are free and where training can be given. All that you would require to bring is a pair of flat shoes or even your slippers!

Contact Sue Amor on 01234 823610 for more details and we hope you will come along and give it a try.

Mowsbury Park Bowling Club Try lawn bowls for FREE any Wednesday or Friday 2pm to 4.30pm.

Just bring flat shoes.

For more info about our club please contact Anne Haynes on 01234 211828 or visit our NEW web site www.mowsburyparkbowlsclub.co.uk Bedford Borough Bowling Club Est over 100 years are now enrolling new members and forming a junior section.

Probably the most prestigious bowling club in the Bedford area with both indoor and outdoor bowling greens. We offer FREE tuition from qualified instructors, with all equipment provided, we just ask you to wear flat shoes. Afterwards, you can obtain a cool drink or a coffee from the bar and relax in the comfortable lounge area. There are also restaurant facilities for lunch time meals. So give it a try, bring the family all are welcome.

Free parking. Check our web site www.boroughbowlin. org.uk or telephone 01234 340736 for more details

Bedford Bowling Club Welcome Sessions Every Tuesday and Friday 2pm – 4pm The Bedford Bowling club holds taster sessions in Bedford Park (near the café), and welcomes anyone who would like to try the game. We are a warm, friendly club and the green is in a sheltered & idyllic part of the park. We provide all equipment for these sessions, and only ask you wear flat soled shoes to protect the green.

There is no cost or obligation and tea and biscuits are provided. For full information ring Ray on 305695, Warwick on 403551, or Alison on 343257. Or check out our new web site google “bedfordbowlingclub, Bedford – hugo fox”.

CYCLING

Cyclists Touring Club, Bedfordshire We meet on a regular basis and have rides to various places, and cater for all abilities. We ride as a group for the pleasure of riding and socialising, nobody gets left behind ! See website ctc-bedfordshire.co.uk for details of our forthcoming rides, or ring 01234 219148 for further information.

FOOTBALL

Bedford United Football Club Bedford United is a non-profit making football club holding the FA Charter Standard status and providing a fun, friendly, safe and structured environment to learn, play and enjoy football.

We have an established range of teams from our Academy right through to our Adults so if you’re interested in playing, coaching or helping out visit us at www.bedfordunitedfc.co.uk.

Bedford Girls and Ladies FC Voluntary sports club for girls age 8 and upwards.

If you’d like to find out more info please call Jill on 01234 772668 or 07850540631.

RUGBY

Little Scrummers Rugby Club Every Saturday at Kings Oak Primary School 8.30am until 11.10am.

Exciting, fun & inspiring children’s tag rugby classes for girls and boys from 18 months up to 7 years old!

We want to bring rugby to children at a young age to enable them to build their confidence, enjoy sport & have fun!

For more information & to book in for a FREE TRIAL please visit us at www.littlescrummers.com

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