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ALL HAIL THE ALE!

GLaSSES will be raised in a Luton pub tomorrow (Friday, august 10) evening at the launch of a beer in support of the #saveourtown campaign.

A limited edition beer has been brewed after two Lutonbased businesses teamed up to make the initiative possible.

Lutonian, ottilie Quince, a kidney transplant recipient, won two gold medals at the British transplant Games, in Birmingham, on Friday, august 3, 2018. this takes her gold medal tally to 30 in eight years of cycling at British, European and World competitions. a former Luton town FC assistant Physio under Kevin Blackwell, ottilie now resides in Majorca having set up a cycling business on the island three years ago. in June this year she competed at the European transplant games in Sardinia, winning golds in the time trial and Road Race.

The citrus pale ale, called #saveourtown, has been created by Rockhopper Brewing Company and sponsored by Chicken George, which was named Best Takeaway In Britain in 2016. The beer will help promote the fight for Luton Town Football Club’s new stadium at Power Court in the town centre and the enabling mixeduse newlands Park development at m1 Junction 10. Described as “a light and summery brew”, the beer has been created to go down particularly well with fried chicken, a speciality of the legendary takeaway shop in Hitchin Road. A launch event will take place at 8pm on Friday at The Bricklayers Arms in High Town Road, with supporters of the campaign invited along to celebrate the first pint being pulled. The pub, known locally as “the Brickies”, is popular with real ale enthusiasts, including Hatters fans before and after home games. A number of #saveourtown

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bottles, complete with original artwork, will be available at a range of establishments in Luton and beyond, including Chicken George, with final details of the locations due to be shared on the #saveourtown social media channels and website. Speaking ahead of the launch, owner of Chicken George, Chris Cheah, said: “We love this town and the people in it. The Power Court and newlands Park proposals will make the whole town better – more jobs, more money, everyone will benefit.” John Archell, vice-chairman of

#saveourtown, said: “We’re over the moon that two creative and innovative local businesses have come together to support the campaign and the newlands Park and Power Court proposals. “We’re grateful for the ongoing support for this campaign, and hope that plenty of Lutonians will join us for the beer launch on Friday and help us raise a glass to our fantastic town, its brilliant people, and its bright future.”

Life sentence for throwing a baby out of a window A mAn from Luton has been jailed after almost killing a baby by throwing him out of the window – with the baby only surviving through pure chance after he was caught by his legs by a passer-by. Sean Ziemelis, 31, of Reginald Street, must serve a minimum of 12 years in prison after being sentenced at Luton Crown Court on Thursday, August 2, 2018, for one count of attempted murder, two counts of

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Flitwick man jailed for GBH Eagle eyed off-duty PC A mAn from Flitwick has been jailed for two years and four months after being convicted of causing grievous bodily harm (GBH). martin Patmore, 30, of Astwood Drive, was sentenced at Luton Crown Court on Friday, August 3, 2018, after being found guilty of GBH, following an altercation with a man at the Blackbirds pub in Flitwick on Thursday, may 17, 2018. The man was punched so hard he fall to the floor and hit his head. As a result, he suffered multiple facial injuries and a bleed to the brain and is currently undergoing medical treatment. Patmore was given a two-year sentence for GBH and four months consecutive for the activation of a suspended sentence for his previous convictions; three counts of assaulting a police officer and one count of sending a malicious communication.

Man charged after collision left officer injured

A mAn from essex has been charged with two counts of grievous bodily harm with intent, after a vehicle collided with one of our officers, leaving her with a broken leg. Jack mitchell, 19, of Kingsmoor Road, Harlow, was charged on Sunday August 5, 2018, with causing grievous bodily harm with intent to resist/prevent arrest and dangerous driving, in relation to the incident in Sandy on April 24, 2018. In addition, he was also charged with the same two offences in relation to a separate incident in essex on April 26, 2018. mitchell has been remanded ahead of a future court appearance.

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Beggar jailed after breaching criminal behaviour order

A PROLIFIC beggar in Bedford will now serve a prison sentence after breaching a criminal behaviour order. Brett Camilleri, 36, of no fixed abode, had the order placed on him in march prohibiting him from entering Bedford town centre. PCSO Dan James identified Camilleri putting himself in a position to beg outside Lurke Street car park on monday, July 30, 2018 Camilleri was subsequently arrested and charged for breaching the order. He was sentenced to a 21day prison sentence – 14 days for breach of a probation management order and seven days for breach of a criminal behaviour order.

Life sentence for throwing a baby out of a window actual bodily harm and one count of assault by beating. On August 1, 2017, at around 2am, police received numerous reports of a disturbance in Reginald Street, including reports that a baby had been thrown out of a window. The court heard how Ziemelis had attempted to gouge the baby’s eyes out and tried to strangle him, before throwing him from a second storey window. miraculously a member of the public managed to catch the baby by his legs as he fell, saving his life. Detective Constable Louise Continued from page 1

Granger, who investigated the case, said: “This is one of the most shocking incidents that I have seen in the whole of my career, and incredibly traumatic for all those involved. “Ziemelis is clearly a very dangerous individual and I’m glad that he has received such a severe sentence which reflects his horrendous actions from that evening. “It is only thanks to the actions of a member of the public that the baby is still alive today.” Ziemelis will be treated under the mental Health Act at Brockfield House before returning to prison.

An 18-year-old boy from Bedford has been jailed for three years after an off-duty police officer spotted him wearing a balaclava in the street in may this year. On may 25, 2018, the off-duty PC was with his wife in Clapham when he saw mohamed Rakib Ali, of Cavendish Street, Bedford. Ali was wearing a balaclava, a jacket with the hood up and yellow gloves, despite the warm weather. Initially thinking he may have just committed a burglary, the officer asked his wife to call police while he challenged him. His wife called police and a friend, another off-duty PC, who drove to help. After he had identified himself as an off-duty officer, Ali began to run away and discarded a bag he was holding into some nearby bushes. Once the second off-duty officer arrived, he helped search bushes for the discarded bag, which contained three rounds of live ammunition. Just underneath the bag, he found a revolver containing four rounds of ammunition – one was live and would have fired should the trigger have been pulled. An investigation revealed that the ammunition from the gun matched the ammunition in the bag. CCTV later examined as part of the investigation showed Ali spending around six minutes near the same bushes where he had discarded his bag, shortly before the PC spotted him.

Ali claimed to have been transporting the gun for someone else. Ali was sentenced at Luton Crown Court on Friday, August 3, 2018, after pleading guilty at a hearing on July13, 2018, to possession of a prohibited weapon and possession of ammunition. In her closing remarks, Judge Lynn Tayton commended the offduty officer, saying: “He acted with presence of mind and bravery, and kept Ali under observation despite not having any police equipment. He followed Ali, who had loaded firearm, and acted in the best traditions of the police service with no thoughts for his own safety, only thinking of public safety.” Detective Chief Superintendent Sharn Basra said: “I hope the sentence received by Ali will demonstrate to other young people that there are consequences if you carry a weapon. It’s not acceptable to carry a gun, whether you’re carrying it because you are intending to commit a crime or you’re carrying it for someone else. “We’re continuing to work hard to tackle gun and gang criminality and serious youth violence; these are priorities for the force. I’m extremely proud of the off-duty officer who apprehended Ali, as well as the detectives who worked on this case and were able to secure the sentence. Our communities are safer because Ali, and a dangerous firearm, are both off the streets.”

Sex offender jailed after breaching court order A ReGISTeReD sex offender has been jailed for three years and has had a court order extended, after breaching the conditions of a Sexual Harm Prevention Order (SHPO) imposed upon him from a previous conviction. Stephen Gill, 27, of Little Berries, Luton, was convicted in January 2016 of sexual grooming and meeting a girl under 16, and for sexual activity with a female child under 16. He was sentenced to 16 months in jail. He was also placed on the Sex Offender Register and made the subject of a SHPO, which imposed certain conditions upon his release from prison. In October 2017, Bedfordshire Police received information that Gill had failed to register an address in Suffolk at which he was staying, and had contact with children under the age of 18. He had also obtained an internet enabled mobile phone and contacted a 12-year-old girl via WhatsApp messenger. These actions were in direct breach of the SHPO he received when convicted. On Tuesday, July 31, 2018, he

was found guilty at Luton Crown Court, and was jailed for three years. His SHPO has been extended by a further five years. –––––––––––––

Man charged with attempted rape

A mAn from Harlow has been charged with two counts of attempted rape following incidents in Luton town centre on Friday, July 27, 2018. Anas Baig,18, of The Hides, Harlow, appeared at Luton magistrates’ Court, on Thursday, August 2, 2018, and has been remanded in custody. He will appear at Luton Crown Court on September 3. –––––––––––––

Houghton man on robbery charge

A mAn has been charged with robbery following an incident in Houghton Regis on Friday, July 27, 2018. Ricky Lynch, 34, of no fixed abode, appeared at Luton Crown on Friday, August 3, 2018. He was remanded pending a court appearance on September 3.

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Operation Meteor seizes Witness appeal after three bikes in one day BeDFORDSHIRe Police remain committed to tackling nuisance and off-road riding in our county and seized three bikes on Tuesday August 8, 2018. The Operation meteor team was conducting focused patrols to target anti-social riding in Dunstable and Houghton Regis. It was an extremely successful day for the team, which managed to seize three bikes. The first bike was seized in Sewell Lane, the second in Trident Drive and the third one was seized in High Street and Tithe Farm Road junction in Houghton Regis. PC Paul Harman said: “We are happy with the results of yesterday’s targeted patrol. We want to send a

strong message to anti-social riders that we are continuing to crack down on this crime.

“The Operation meteor team continues to grow and we now have more experienced riders who are deployed to conduct targeted patrols like the one yesterday and to respond to calls from the public.

“We would like to encourage residents to report all the incidents, as each call can help us build a clearer intelligence picture to identify and clamp down on anti-social riders.” You can report anti-social and nuisance bikers through the force’s online reporting centre or by calling 101.

Boy, 17, charged over robbery in Langford

A 17-year-old boy from Shefford has been charged after a robbery in Langford. The boy was charged with robbery and possession of a knife in a public place in relation to the incident on July 30, 2018. He was also charged with

possession of a Class A drug in connection to another incident, and remains under investigation for a number of other violent offences.

The boy has been remanded and is due to appear in court again later this month.

Bedford attack

THe police are appealing for witnesses after a man was attacked in Bedford on Sunday, August 5, 2018. Officers were called at 4.45am to reports of a man with stab wounds in St Peters Street. A man suffered serious but nonlife threatening injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. The attacker is described as an Asian male. ––––––––––––––––

Man charged with rape

A mAn has been charged in connection with a 1995 rape, as part of an ongoing review into non-recent cases. James Devlin, 54, of no fixed address, was charged on Friday, August 3, 2018. The charge is in relation to an assault on a 15-year-old boy in October 1995 in Shortstown, near Bedford. He will appear in court at a later date.

Man sentenced for multiple offences

A mAn has been sentenced to 15 months in prison for multiple offences, including fraud, theft and criminal damage. mark Loveridge, 41, of Cople, near Bedford, pleaded guilty to theft from a motor vehicle, and fraud by false representation, after using a bank card that he took from the car. Loveridge was also convicted of criminal damage and attempted theft for using a drill on a parking meter in Luton. He was spotted on CCTV and apprehended by officers, who found him in possession of £37.67 in change. A suspended sentence was also revoked as part of the sentence at Luton Crown Court on Friday, August 3, 2018. Luke Skelton, investigating officer, said: “I am really pleased that Loveridge has been sentenced at crown court today, following hard work to secure charges for multiple offences. “He has no regard for the law, or the effect his actions could have, particularly on the young woman whose bank card he stole.”

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ON-GOING DEBATE ABOUT THE FUTURE OF THE A1

Alistair Burt responds to SG19’s criticism I KnOW a lot of my constituents on the eastern side of ne Beds, and indeed those who travel on the roads frequently, have great interest in the A1 and its future, and I thought it might be helpful to write a broad update of the upcoming issues. I have spent considerable time looking at the A1 issue in the past 10 years, have attended many meetings, and had senior representatives come from London to discuss the issue. The most recent was in may when I arranged and focused the attention of a cross department team of five Civil Servants from the Department of Transport, and the Department for Housing, Communities and Local Government to come to ne Beds for a two hour meeting and discuss this very issue with local Parish Councils members, Unitary Councillors, members of the SG19 Safety group and other interested parties. We also have a local Biggleswade Town Council member who is the regular liaison for the area with Highways england. The issue of rerouting of the A1, or a ‘bypass’, and the ongoing traffic congestion at the Black Cat are regularly discussed at all levels. We had a Strategic Study in 2014, and a follow up study in 2016. The follow-on study had a revised remit, building on existing work for the section of the A1 through Bedfordshire, but also considering

the impact of the A14 and the potential for the Oxford-Cambridge corridor, of which the Black Cat to Caxton Gibbett planned works will form part. There is also a forward-looking, positive plan between both the Department of Transport and the ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government with regard to infrastructure being in place before housing, something many constituents talk to me about. I do believe the new way of working will be an improvement, with funds coming through local authorities for infrastructure when they have firm housing plans in place. This is also not just about housing; there is an economic and business story for our area, which includes the Oxford-Cambridge route, the possibility of more ‘silicon valley’ type businesses relocating along the route, making for more regional work opportunities, and not just reliant on our area being about radial transport in and out of London. And, understandably, in view of present issues, such considerations for the future must include rail transport. The new A14 should mean improvements to the area – with HGVs being a challenge through such a narrow stretch of the A1 (and through the towns if there is a road accident) traffic will be more likely to go via A428 and the Black Cat, and should take Cambridge traffic

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away from Sandy. At Black Cat the links with the Ox-Camb expressway must work. The consultation has been late, but they are looking to construction starting at the beginning of 2020. We have been guaranteed that if it is delayed, the funding will remain to enable to project to move ahead. A rerouted A1 is still in plan, but we are looking a good number of years ahead yet, and is unlikely to be on the route predicted in 1994. Once the east west expressway is in place, pressure will be reduced on the Black Cat junction, and a rerouted A1 would have a new junction into the A421/A428. Add to this the east-West rail-link plans and there is a lot of work and construction ahead. So what are the key points with regard to our area and the towns and villages on the route through ne Beds? l A14 improvements are underway l A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbett – works were delayed due to a high pressure gas main being found, but looking to the end of the year to start l A1 rerouting – most likely a minimum of seven years before a plan can be finalised that ensures a sustainable route. In the meanwhile Council colleagues and I will continue to work with Highways england, the Department for Transport and the

ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government to ensure a high quality infrastructure and housing programme, that will dovetail in with a future A1 rerouting. I will also continue to work with the local community and Highways england on the far more localised issue regarding our stretch of the A1; I have had meetings and correspondence going back several years over various issues, and that continues. I have asked Highways england to look again at speed on the Biggleswade-Baldock section, as the traffic especially coming north has a tendency to remain at motorway speed, and a possible ‘longabout’ for the Orchard Road section. I have asked Highways england for a timetable to look at these and let me have some responses to share. There are no quick fixes when it comes to roads and ever increasing traffic, but a sustainable infrastructure plan which sees the long term viability of our area, with good housing and more business and industry, has to be the way forward.

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Central Bedfordshire Council agrees new approach for future of schools

SChooLS across the Central Bedfordshire area are actively working with the Council on long-term planning for education. With some 40,000 new homes planned for the area over the next 15 to 20 years, it is clear that the increasing population of young families will expect their children to access high-quality education in good local schools. the Council already plans for school places on a five-year basis and the current forecast is for 9,700 extra children to be entering the system over that period. But the Schools for the Future programme is a longer-term, coordinated and strategic plan to deliver the right schools in the right places, to meet future needs. historically, Central Bedfordshire has operated a three-tier model of lower, middle and upper schools. But schools have had, in recent years, more freedom to convert to academies – which are run by trusts and not the Council – or to change their age ranges with more becoming primary and secondary. Central Bedfordshire is no longer a threetier system but a more mixed range of different school types. not only can this be confusing but also uncoordinated change can affect the viability of other schools in the local area. So, the Council has been working collaboratively with all Central Bedfordshire schools and the Department for Education to understand what will be required up until 2035, which is the timeframe of the draft Central Bedfordshire Local Plan.

Schools and Council officers have been working together in eight area-based groups, sharing their own preferences and ambitions in the context of increasing demands. From this work, some shared commitments have been agreed, including a need to continually focus on delivering the best outcomes for children and to work in a more collaborative and joined up way. today it was also agreed that, where schools want to move to a primary and secondary school model, they will be supported to do so. the next step is for the schools to work together to agree a plan for their area and the Council has committed to supporting this change. Central Bedfordshire Council Executive

Member for Families, Education and Children, Cllr Steve Dixon, said: “We are helping schools work together and plan together so that schools’ ambitions to change can fit in with the rest of their community and deliver the right school places for the future. “this engagement has been driven by the need to plan for growth in Central Bedfordshire, but it has also highlighted a mixed and, often confusing, school landscape. however, a clear majority of schools in the area have either already converted to primary and secondary, or are open to exploring a change. So, we’ve made a commitment to support those ambitions and will continue to work with the school community to firm up more specific local plans over the coming months”.

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Bedford Junior Aquathlon is back next month! Sunday September 23, will see the Bedford Junior aquathlon return to Robinson Pools and Fitness and Bedford Park. an aquathlon is a combined swimming and running event, and is held twice a year in Bedford with children from school years 3- 11 welcome to take part. there are five age categories; with year threes challenged to swim 66 metres and

a 600 metre run all the way up to years 10 and 11 students swimming 400 metres and a 2.8km run, although these may change slightly. Cllr Sarah-Jayne holland, Portfolio holder for Leisure and Culture at Bedford Borough Council said: “the 25th Bedford Junior aquathlon took place in May this year and saw over 130 young

people take part and compete. this popular event is a great chance to get the whole family out, show their support and enjoy what’s sure to be a fantastic event in Bedford Park.” Entries close at 5pm, tuesday September 4. to find out more and register to take part, please visit www.bedford.gov.uk/aquathlon

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How can you help? CITIZen’S Advice Bedford is a Free, Independent, Impartial and Confidential advice organisation accessible to all in Bedford Borough. Last year, Citizens Advice Bedford saw over 8,600 clients with a variety of issues notably around Benefits, employment, Debt, Immigration, Housing and Consumer problems. CAB assisted these clients by offering information and advice to help them resolve the problems they were facing. Our advice and information service is mainly delivered by a team of fully trained volunteers and without them we would be unable to provide our service in the way that we do. Our volunteers have different backgrounds and levels of experience all with different motives as to why they decided to join us; for some, they chose to volunteer to add some structure to their week after they had retired, whilst for others, volunteering is a way to develop their skills and something which they can do around family commitments. nevertheless, despite their initial reasons for joining, they all had one aim – to be able to make a positive contribution to other people’s lives and to help reduce similar client

issues from reoccurring. Volunteering offers you the opportunity to gain lots of new transferable skills and for those who are looking for paid work; it’s an excellent opportunity to stand out from the crowd. All of our volunteers undertake a highly respected structured training programme exposing them to a wide range of core workplace activities, including: communication, confidentiality, time management and using your common sense to be able to assist clients in the best possible way. As well as this, they receive dedicated supervision and support from a team of Supervisors and there is always room for personal development. Could you join them? We do not look for any previous experience or particular skills. To become a CAB volunteer you just need to have an open mind, be a good listener, be IT literate and have good written and spoken english. The only requirement is that volunteers must be able to offer a minimum of six hours per week during our opening times. We are actively recruiting for volunteers in many different roles so if you would like to join our diverse

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Prince’s Trust at Bedford College

THe Bedford College Group has teamed up with the Prince’s Trust to help young people move onwards and upwards in their lives. Already a proven success in the group via Tresham College in northamptonshire, a 12-week team course has been run at the Bedford College campus in Cauldwell Street, Bedford. Led by experienced Prince’s Trust Team Leader mark Williams, a group of young people worked on a project they titled “Fresh Start”. This involved showing how they and others can move on and take up the opportunities and access to employment offered by further education. As part of the project the Team raised funds for the charities involved with the Hand Up not Hand

Out multi-agency campaign to help the homeless in Bedford. “Some of these young people have witnessed homelessness first hand or among their friends and wanted to do something to help. They worked with official charities especially the Bedford Homeless Partnership, emmaus at Carlton and the Salvation Army, Bedford,” said mark. As part of their activities the Prince’s Trust Team held a fantasy football fund-raiser at the Bedford College campus and later a football tournament at Jubilee Park. They also supported the Bedford Homeless Partnership on a stall at the Bedford River Festival. All of their efforts were showcased at a presen-

tation at the end of the 12 week period at the Trinity Theatre, off Bromham Road part of the The Bedford College Group and team members were presented with certificates. Team member quotes on benefits of twelve weeks: Aron Kearney: “It was a deeply insightful and moving experience getting to meet and talk to many people.” mackenzie Rudd: “It was very helpful and made me feel like I have made a difference and supported the local community.” Jordan Reject: “It had an impact and made me feel like I was helping. It was good to talk to people who were struggling.”

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out & about Jools to play at Kimbolton Castle

JOOLS Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra will play at Kimbolton Castle on Saturday 1st September 2018.

Set in the magnificent grounds of Kimbolton Castle, Jools and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra along with some of his long time vocalists: Ruby Turner, mabel Ray and Rosie mae will perform for a guaranteed crowd pleasing show. The irrepressible Jools Holland is best known for his energetic, piano-pounding performer of boogie-woogie, jazz, and R&B and as one of the U.K.’s most popular television presenters. Jools has been touring with his veritable musical army, the Rhythm & Blues Orchestra for more than 20 years. The current 19-piece Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra consists of pianist, organist, drummer, three female vocals, guitar, bass guitar, two tenor saxophones, two alto saxophones, baritone saxophone, three trumpets, and three trombones. They play to audiences in excess of 300,000 each year, touring all over the world, including Australia, new Zealand, Singapore, France, Holland, and Belgium. As ever Jools’s show always features a special guest in the middle of the show and for Kimbolton we are delighted to have marc Almond. marc was awarded an OBe this year for his services to arts and culture.

Supporting Jools Holland will be Jack Lukeman. Hailing from Co. Kildare, Ireland, Jack is a multi-platinum recording artist, and has not only supported Jools Holland before, but has also performed over the years supporting or alongside: U2, Ronnie Wood, Robert Plant and Jimmy Page, John Lee Hooker, elvis Costello, and marianne Faithfull, and has appeared at venues such as Olympia Paris, Royal Albert Hall in London, and The Lincoln Center in nYC. Completing the support line up is up and coming singer songwriter Katie Kittermaster.

Kimbolton Castle is set over 100 acres of mature Parkland and the concert will be hosted on the tree lined mall offering a stunning backdrop of the castle itself. Used now as the centrepiece of Kimbolton School the Castle original dates from around the year 1200 it is most notable for being the family home of Catherine of Aragon from 1534.

The Kimbolton estate hosts many events over the year, most notably the annual fireworks display that attracts 10,000 guests. The venue offers a beautiful panorama, on site parking and a wealth of experience.

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comedy Full-on line-up for the autumn season p Castle Comedy Bedford is the monthly comedy club held at The Gordon Arms, ent Shed, Castle Road, Bedford. A new season of comedy shows gets under way in September and runs through to December. The first show is on thursday September 13 and features Desiree Burch. She is a sassy new Yorker who shot to stardom by winning The Funny Women Award 2015. She has since appeared on ‘8 out of 10 Cats’, ‘Frankie Boyle’s

American Autopsy’, mock The Week, Have I Got news For You and the latest series of Live At The Apollo! “The funniest comedian I have ever seen in person. She left me breathless with laughter.” ★★★★★ Scotsgay The october show on thursday 11, stars Rob Deering. He is the UK’s foremost guitarwielding, loop-layering stand-up comedian. He has toured nationally and performed solo shows at the edinburgh Fringe to critical acclaim. He has hosted The Comedy Club (BBC Radio 4), appeared on Comedy Rocks with Jason manford (ITV), Pointless Celebrities (BBC One) and won Celebrity mastermind (BBC One) and the comedian’s edition of The Weakest Link. “Truly wonderful stand-up” Sunday times There is a double headline show on thursday november 9. Opening the show is Stephen Bailey. He is a comedian and television personality, whose friendly and open brand of gossipy humour has made him one of the most sought after acts on the UK comedy circuit today. He is a regular on Zoe Ball on Saturday/Sunday. Closing the show is Sean McLoughlin. He has appeared

on ‘Russell Howard’s Stand-Up Central’ and Comedy Central’s ‘Live At The Comedy Store’. He has supported Ricky Gervais and Katherine Ryan on tour! Finally the Christmas Specials are on December 13, 14 and 20. Headlining the shows on the 13 and 14 is ivo Graham. With posh boy charm and self-aware wit he has proved a hit with audiences of all ages. He has multiple TV and radio shows including Live At The Apollo and mock The Week. Pat Monahan will headline thursday 20. He is an audience favourite who blends a high-energy comedy style with hilarious observational material. “Supremely engaging, adored by audiences” thE SCotSMan All the shows feature full support and are hosted by Bedford favourite, Paul Revill. Doors open 7.30pm, Shows start at 8.15pm and tickets are £10 (£8 nUS) or if you fancy a treat, you can buy £18 tickets, which include a pre-show meal and glass of wine from the Gordon Arms. To book visit www.castlecomedy.co.uk

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The Rolling Stones Now The Quarry Theatre presents 7.30pm Friday August 31

unfiltered – the 20th anniversary tour! The Rolling Stones now is a celebration of all that has made the The Rolling Stones legendary. In full costumes, recreating the Stones live shows of the late 60’s - 90’s, mick’s pout, Keith’s riffs and Bill’s stony face are all on show as the band play some of the greatest songs ever written including ‘Brown Sugar’, ‘Jumpin Jack Flash’, ‘Paint it Black’ and ‘Sympathy for the Devil’. The Rolling Stones now were established in 1998 and since then have travelled the country playing thousands of gigs and events. They have appeared with The new Yardbirds, Geno Washington, The Downliners Sect and on France TV with Jimmy Cliff. Don’t miss a night of struts, riffs and downright dirty Rock n’ Roll where Satisfaction is guaranteed! “Quite simply the best tribute band on planet rock.” thE Sun “…They’re a real laugh… if you want a fun way to end the evening this one’s a blast!” ★★★★ thE DaiLY MaiL “All the swagger of Jagger. The Rolling Stones Now are a gas gas gas” BBC thREE CountiES RaDio

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Toyah brings her full band to Esquires Bedford Esquires Saturday 15th September

From punk princess to cult stage actress and high priestess of TV, Toyah Willcox is a uniquely gifted performer and an inextinguishable flame. Charismatic, outspoken and impossible to categorise, she is one of Britain’s iconic household names – an award-winning rock legend as well as a much-loved stage/screen actress and music composer. In a career spanning over 30 years she has amassed 13 top 40 singles, recorded 24 albums and toured live across the world. She is also an accomplished actor and has appeared in many stage plays and feature films, and voiced and presented many TV shows. Between 1977 and 1983 she fronted the band Toyah before embarking on a successful solo career in the mid 80s. This is a chance to experience Toyah with her full live electric band comprising Toyah Willcox: vocals, Chris Wong: guitar, Andy Doble: keyboard, mike nichols: bass and John Humphrey: drums. expect a lively and energetic concert with her full live electric band and expect to hear hit singles good morning Universe, Thunder In The mountains and It’s A mystery alongside classics neon Womb, Danced and Ieya and I Want To Be Free. Tickets are already selling fast so don’t leave it too late! £20 advance from seetickets or in person from esquires Bar, Slide Record Shop and mario’s Hair Design in Kempston.

Ginger Wildheart Bedford Esquires Wednesday 26th September

Ginger Wildheart is an english rock guitartist, singer and songwriter. He was guitarist in The Quireboys from 1987-89 and a year later formed rock band The Wildhearts. Alongside this he has had a solo career, and is now heading out on the road to support his recent album ‘Ghost in the Tanglewood’ released by Graphite Records in march 2018. “While leaning towards country music, my fairly unavoidable accent means that the songs come off less Willie nelson and more Bobby Thompson, but every lyric is purely heartfelt and every song is as true a

story as you’ll ever hear. This stuff has always been in my blood since I was a wee nipper and it’s an honour to finally get it out for people to hear” says Ginger. This album began life as a Pledge Campaign with all profits donated to The Samaritans to raise an awareness and support suicide prevention and mental health issues – a theme running through the album and close to Ginger’s heart. Tickets are £15 advance, on sale right now from Seetickets.com, or in person without a booking fee from Slide Record Shop, esquires and mario’s Hair Design, Kempston.

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