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I-WORX OPENS IN BEDFORD BOROUGH The Bedford i-Worx is now officially open following a ribbon cutting by Mayor Dave Hodgson and SEMLEP Chair Peter Horrocks CBE. The newly launched i-Worx features an advanced ‘Technology and Engineering Workshop Cluster’, offering twelve modern office and industrial units, which will form part of the Bedford Commercial Park.

Bedford Commercial Park is a 45-acre mixed-use development owned and managed by global property firm Goodman, adjacent to the wellconnected A421. The first phase has seen the completion of a 407,143 sq. ft. logistics warehouse, with further development of the site set to create up to 1,600 jobs.

EAST WEST RAIL IS COMING TO AND THROUGH BEDFORD! It has been announced that East West Rail will be stopping at Bedford Midland station, connecting the town directly to Cambridge and Oxford.

This ‘Central Section’ builds on the ‘Western Section’, connecting Oxford and Bicester with services through to Bedford.

This confirmation is excellent news for Bedford residents.

Increased connectivity for the town will bring more opportunities to travel for work and leisure, as well as supporting economic growth and prosperity, attracting businesses and jobs.

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One of the twelve bespoke units that make up the i-Worx site will be used as a dedicated education and training facility to help inspire the next generation of students and help prepare people with the technical skills for these kinds of businesses. This will be available for local schools and educational institutions when it becomes operational later this year.

The vision for i-Worx is to enable and support entrepreneurs and small businesses to thrive - and with the emerging Oxford-Cambridge Arc, Bedford Borough Council are targeting and supporting businesses ready to build and grow in our area.

To find out more about moving into the i-Worx, or other Bedford Borough Council i-Brand serviced buildings, please visit:

www.bedfordi-lab.com/. to bring over £20million of additional economic activity to our Borough. This could be additional investment, businesses, and jobs.

Mayor Dave Hodgson said “Bedford Borough Council recently launched a ‘Rail Strategy for Bedford’; setting out our vision for Bedford Borough to be a great place to live, work and visit and to create a Borough that attracts international business and highly skilled and sustainable jobs.

“This announcement is the first step in the delivery of this Strategy, and places Bedford at the heart of this key new infrastructure. Our Rail Strategy demonstrates our commitment to improving rail infrastructure for the benefit of local residents and a vibrant local economy.

“I would like to say thank you to our officers for all their hard work and to Cllr Michael Headley, who has sat on the East West Rail Consortium for a decade successfully pushing the case for Bedford.”

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With our departure from the European Union behind us, Parliament can now move on to other issues such as NHS funding, future arrangements for our farmers and improvements to our nation’s infrastructure. Even in these early days as your Member of Parliament, I have made sure to press Government Ministers on a number of key priorities for Bedfordshire.

I challenged the Health Secretary to pay special attention to the need for better access to a GP appointment in places such as Biggleswade, Sandy, Arlesey and Stotfold where there have been new housing developments.

I presented the Chief Secretary to the Treasury with an ‘oven-ready’ deal, making Ministers aware of what could be achieved in North East Bedfordshire through a crossdepartmental infrastructure bid to support housing, health services and transport issues.

After the announcement of the Eastern section route of East-West Rail, which will link Oxford to Cambridge via Bedford and a new station between St Neots and Sandy, I successfully lobbied the Transport Minister to look again at the case for realignment of the A1 to deal with the congestion and pollution suffered by people along the existing road.

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Outside of Parliament, I hosted a meeting so the Managing Director of Govia Thameslink could meet with representatives of the Rail User Groups for Arlesey and Biggleswade. Even with the current “hold” on any station skipping at Arlesey I am under no illusion as to just how bad things have been for passengers and I will be arranging a series of further meetings to tackle some of the causes of these disruptions.

I have held my first Farmers’ Forum, to listen to opinions on the Agriculture Bill, food and animal welfare standards and on rural crime concerns.

It has been a busy month, but I have enjoyed my constituency Fridays and weekends meeting and visiting schools, parish councils, local organisations and charities and I even had the pleasure of opening the new home for Stotfold FC. If you have questions for me, a campaigning issue close to your heart or if you would like me to visit a local organisation that you are a part of, then please call my office on 01767 313385. It will be nice to hear from you.

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Priding themselves on offering an experience that caters to all abilities and needs, the new Energie Fitness will feature state of the art equipment alongside a unique multi-functional zone space called “The Yard”, where all the gyms classes will take place. All classes last for 30 -45 minutes ensuring that shoppers are guaranteed to get an intense workout even if they’re in a rush. Energie’s brand new Precor machines will allow members

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Energie Fitness are expected to officially open their doors later in March. Shoppers will be able to validate their parking through the club giving them 2 hours free parking in the adjacent underground car park, meaning they can take advantage of the wide selection of retailers available at Harpur Centre after their workout.

The gym will feature MyZone technology, a new, exciting and easy to use fitness tracker that 99.4% accurate to an ECG machine. MyZone not only measures calorie burn but also how much effort you’re putting into your workout. The MyZone belts will be available to purchase from the gym, with shoppers who take out a Wow Membership receiving a 50% discount.

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VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteering brings great rewards and we have opportunities for all. View hundreds of options through our online facility where you can register as a volunteer and apply. Search for this month’s featured roles by adding the name of the organisation into the keyword field on our on-line role search facility at cvsbeds.org.uk/volunteer Autism Bedfordshire – Job Club Mentor The job club provides a space where autistic adults of all ages and backgrounds come for support. A volunteer job club mentor will build strong oneto-one relationships with club members and work alongside an Employment Support Officer, supporting their mentee/s to look and apply for work and gain confidence with their job search.

Skool’s Out Play Worker Skool’s out playschemes run by Bedford and District Cerebral Palsy Society (BDCPS) provide extraordinary activities for extraordinary young people and volunteers are needed to make this happen during the school holidays. If you would like to help out for four weeks at the start of the Summer holidays, BDCPS are recruiting now.

FACES Youth Work Volunteers You will have a chance to support young people to develop academic, social and practical skills in a friendly supportive setting. For someone who is passionate about working with children and young people in an inclusive, non-judgemental way.

Relaxation Therapy Volunteer A great opportunity to give back to the community and to make a difference, helping a specific client group with caring responsibilities. You may offer massage, reflexology, aromatherapy, Indian head massage, reiki – or other therapies if there is demand.

This could be on a regular basis or as and when depending your availability.

Kempston Indoor Bowling Group Helper You will join a dedicated and vibrant team who work together to provide a safe stimulating and creative environment where people with dementia and can find a means of expression, community, laughter and joy at this successful and thriving Kempston Indoor Bowling Group.

Royal Air Forces Association Caseworker This charity which supports the RAF family is looking for caring people to join its team of trained volunteers. As a volunteer caseworker you will carry out welfare work - making a visit and listening to an individual to assess their needs and find out how the Association can provide help and support to them.

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CLUBS&GROUPS ARTS & CRAFTS

BEDFORDSHIRE GUILD OF WEAVERS, SPINNERS & DYERS. 1st Tues each month 7.30–9.30pm 3rd Sat each month 10.30am– 4.30pm Friendly group of lovers of textile related crafts. Flitwick Village Hall, 11 Dunstable Rd, Flitwick MK45 1HP ART FRIENDS – ART FOR FUN AND FRIENDSHIP Thursdays 9.30am – 12.30pm 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: Marie 07890095166, Stella 07764582657, Jill 07764984958 or Lindsay 07960 329609 MACHINE KNITTING GROUP. Alternate Fridays 9.30 – 12.30 September to July Beginners and Improvers welcome Wilden Village Hall, 2 High St, Wilden, Bedford MK44 2PB. Sheila Day Tel:01234 771328 BEDFORDSHIRE FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Meet 1st Friday of every month.

Contact Lynn on 01234 306482 Drama Hall, Mark Rutherford School, Wentworth Drive, Bedford MK41 8PX. www.bfhs.org.uk FRIDAY DAUBERS Every Friday 1pm-4pm Friendly group of amateur daubers.

We use a variety of media. St Peter’s Church, De Pary’s Avenue, Bedford Contact Anne 07548 840856 or Jenny 01234 824568 or email Marianne marianne.sellers@ virginmedia.com SKETCH FRIDAYS Every Friday, 12pm – 4pm Free Explore the works in our beautiful galleries and be inspired to create your own work of art. Materials are provided, or you can bring your own. Please do not bring paint or materials that might cause damage to the collection.

The Higgins Bedford Castle Lane, Bedford MK40 3XD. 01234 718618

BIBLE STUDY

COMMUNITY BIBLE STUDY IN BEDFORD We are a warm and friendly group, meeting to study the bible.

We meet every Tuesday 10am-12 noon in term time at North Brickhill Community Centre, MK41 7AF. Please contact Alyson Little: little_alyson@hotmail.com

BRIDGE CLUBS

RENHOLD BRIDGE CLUB First and third Thursdays of each month. 11 am to 2.45pm.

Break for lunch midway (please bring your own sandwiches); coffee/tea free. Friendly duplicate bridge. Members £3; guests and visitors £4. Renhold Village Hall, Wilden Rd, Renhold MK41 0LY Tel Rod 01234 771858 BEDFORD BRIDGE CLUB Tues and Fri evenings 7.30 p.m Mon mornings 10.00 a.m Competitive duplicate Bridge Table money, £2 for Members and £3 for non members.

Brickhill Community Centre, Avon Drive, Bedford.

CRANFIELD BRIDGE CLUB Sundays 6.45 for 7pm Cranfield Bridge Club is an EBU affiliated club playing duplicate bridge. Table money Members £2.50. Non members £3.50.

Cranfield Village Hall, 13 Court Road, Cranfield MK43 0DR For more information telephone Chairman Bruce Kitchener 01234 750150.

BEDFORD NO FEAR BRIDGE CLUB Duplicate bridge, Weds 7pm to 10pm at St Mark’s Church Community Centre, Calder Rise, Bedford MK41 7UY. Improvers bridge, Thurs 10am to 1pm at Church Lane Community Centre, Church Lane, Bedford MK41 0PW. Duplicate bridge, Fri 10am to 1pm at Brickhill Community Centre, Avon Drive MK41 7AF. Improvers bridge, Fri 2pm to 4.45pm at St James Church Hall, 67 Church End, Biddenham MK40 4AS.

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Duplicate bridge, Sun 6.30pm to 9.30pm at St James Church Hall, 67 Church End, Biddenham MK40 4AS. Table money for all sessions, £2 for Members and £3 for non members.

CAMERA CLUB

BEDFORD CAMERA CLUB Every Tuesday 7.30pm Visitors just £3. Call 07748 572845 for more details,or www.bedfordcameraclub.co.uk Scott Lower School, Hawk Drive, Bedford, MK41 7JA

CARPET BOWLS

RAVENSDEN CARPET BOWLS CLUB Wilden Village Hall Thurs afternoon 2pm to 4.30pm No experience or equipment required. Suitable for all ages £2 per session including refreshments. Just turn up to give it a try or for more information Call Mike on 01234 926021 RENHOLD CARPET BOWLS CLUB Renhold Village Hall Monday 2pm to 4.30pm Wednesday 7pm to 9.30pm No experience or equipment required. Suitable for all ages £2 per session including refreshments. Just turn up to give it a try or for more information Call Mike on 01234 926021

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SCOTTISH COUNTRY DANCING – SOCIAL DANCING Mon evenings 7:45pm to 9:45pm £2.50 per session. First evening free. Individuals welcome, no experience/partner needed.

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Wear soft shoes. ARA Social Club, Manton Lane, Bedford MK41 7LR. Keith Rose, 01234 781448, keith@krose.plus.com IRISH CEILI AND SET DANCING Wednesdays 8 pm to 10 pm £2 per session – first evening free.

No partner required. Beginners welcome. The Reading Room, 1, Barkers Lane, Bedford. Ring Tim 01234 317847 for more details TUDOR REEDS FOLK DANCE CLUB First, Third and Fifth Wednesday of each month eve 8-10pm Friendly social Folk Dancing Club It’s good fun for only £2 incl. refreshments. No partner required.

St Marks Church Hall, Calder Rise (off Avon Drive), Brickhill, Bedford MK41 7UY. Rosemary Mcneilage 01234 405594 DANCING STARS LINE DANCE CLUB Thursday: Kempston Hammers Social And Sports Club 134 High Street Kempston, Bedford MK42 7BN (Air Conditioned Hall/On Site Parking) Beginners 7.00pm - 8.00pm Dances From Absolute Beginners To Beginners Improver/Intermediate 8.00pm 10.00pm – Dances From Improvers To Intermediate www http://dancingstars.comli.com/ BEDFORD FOLK DANCE CLUB Thursday eves 8 – 10 pm Friendly Country and Folk Dance Club. £3 incl. Refreshments St Mary’s Church Hall, Church Ln, Goldington, Bedford, MK41 0HL No partner required Ron Law 01234 825574 www.bedfordfolkdanceclub.com BEDFORD FINE COMPANIONS FOLK DANCE CLUB Fri 8pm to 10pm 9 (Term Time) We are a friendly group always ready to welcome new members.

No partner required.

Hazeldene School Bedford MK41 9AT (use Hartshill entrance).

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SILVER LINING CLUB FOR THE SILVER HAIRED First & third Tuesday of the month 2pm-4pm FREE Various activities or just sit and chat with a cup of tea or coffee.

Park Road Methodist Church Roff Avenue, opposite the high flats.

Number 10 bus stops outside.

LOCAL FRIENDSHIP GROUP. We meet at a local public venue every Wednesday 7 to 10pm.

New members Welcome Call 07835 732412/07925 910639.

Email: friendshipclub365@gmail. com GOLDEN FRIENDSHIP CLUB – FOR THE OVER 50’S Every thursday 2 – 4pm Bingo, cards, tea and talk, outings, lunches and more Christ the King Parish Hall Harrowden Rd, Bedford MK42 0SP Tel: 01234 304382 ABBEYFIELD BEDFORD FRIENDSHIP GROUP Second Thursday of the Month 2.00pm-3.30pm Meet New People, Make New Friends Refreshments provided. Darell Jeffreys House, 65 Chaucer Road, Bedford,MK40 2AL Sarah Curtin 01234 348735 or mailto:s.curtin@abbeyfield.com MAGPIE LADIES GROUP Friendly group who meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 7.30 pm Guest Speakers and social events Tea/Coffee and cake included.

New members welcomed St Mark’s Church, Calder Rise, Brickhill. (No meetings in August) Please Contact: Rosemary 01234 405594 or Barbara 01234 304960 MAN CAVE Friday Mornings 10am until 1pm Opportunity to make new friends, chat and share experiences.Are you unemployed, retired, missing work colleagues or would just appreciate some company? Come and join us!

Sharnbrook Scout Hut. Church Ln, Sharnbrook, Bedford MK44 1HR

MEN IN SHEDS Keep active, healthy & meet new people. Have fun sharing skills, learning new ones, and help with community-based projects. Annex at the Bedford Arts and Craft Centre, Ampthill Rd (off Althorpe Street), Bedford MK42 9HE (Entrance to the Centre is nearly opposite to Bedford Hospital A&E entrance).

Steve Conway 07805 775828 www.meninshedsbedford.org.uk

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OVER 70’S GENTLE EXERCISE CLASSES Every Mon, Tues, Weds and Thurs Mon & Thurs – Bedford Central Library (3rd floor meeting room) Tues – John Bunyan, Mile Road, Bedford Weds – Bedford International Athletics Stadium £4 per session Tel 01234 718835 www.bedford.gov.uk/sport BEDFORD MASCULAR SUPPORT GROUP Third Monday of each month at 10:30 am.

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

Speakers on a range of related topics. Info 01234 708613.

HEARTS IN BEDS CARDIAC SUPPORT GROUP First Tuesday each month 7pm Priory Methodist Church Halls, Newnham Ave, Beds, MK41 9QJ Gentle exercise sessions from 7-7-30pm under a qualified trainer.

All welcome, you don’t need to have a cardiac condition to join us.

Contact Ted Jolliffe 01234 327791 or email tednmary.jolliffe@gmail.com Paul Keech. Tel. 012343 211733.

Vice Chairman Tessa Whiting Tel. 07799 834026 BOSOM PALS – BREAST CANCER CHARITY 2nd Wednesday of each month 7.30pm to 9.45pm Friendly support group for ladies who have had breast cancer. Our aim is to provide info and support to help those going through breast cancer treatment and beyond.

Transfiguration Church Hall, Bedford Rd, Kempston, MK42 8BQ Contact Denise 01234 771746 or Pauline 01234 350079 or email bosom-palsbedford@outlook.com

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MODEL MAKING

BEDFORD & DISTRICT SCALE MODEL CLUB Alternate Tuesday evenings 7.00pm – 10pm Southfields Community Centre, Southfields Rd, Kempston, MK42 7NR All ages welcome, whatever your skill level, and welcome all types of modelling subjects and media. Our main aim to is to have fun and exchange ideas and advice in a friendly atmosphere.

Check out meeting times at www. bedfordmodelclub.co.uk or call Mark Peacock on 07963 956221

MODEL RAILWAY

KEMPSTON AND DISTRICT MODEL RAILWAY SOCIETY Every Wednesday 7.30pm-10pm NEW VENUE Kempston East Methodist Church. New members welcome. Contact Brian Woodcock on 07795251988 or brw60029@gmail.com

MUSIC

DA CAPO STRING ENSEMBLE 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month, 8pm – 9.30pm We’re a small, friendly group and meet at All Saints Church Hall in Kempston twice a month to play a variety of music from Bach to James Bond. We’re looking for players of roughly Grade 3 standard or above – no auditions necessary!

If you’d like more information, please contact Jill on 07791 841467 or email jill.wightman@ icloud.com BEDFORD PIPE BAND Thursdays 7.30pm – 9.30pm Friendly & relaxed group beginners to experienced. New members welcome. St John’s Church hall (MK42 0DL), Bedford.

Contact Pipe Major Donald Reid 01234 268475. Mrs. Barrett 01234 360967 www.bedfordpipeband.org.uk

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THE LOCOMOTIVE CLUB OF GB – BEDFORD BRANCH First Tuesday of the month except July 7.30pm.

Wide range of speakers. We also have occasional outside visits.

St John’s Church Hall, St John’s Street, Bedford, MK43 0DL More info, Bill Davies – 01234 315594 or davieb563@gmail.com www.lcgb.org.uk/html/bedford/ bedford.htm

READING

FRIENDLY READING GROUP Wednesdays 2.30pm to 3.30pm.

Why not come and join us? It’s absolutely free, and you’ll have:-A short story read to you

by Colin, our group leader.

-Refreshments served by the library staff half-way through.

-The companionship of a lovely group of other members. There is no commitment to attending.

Wootton Library, Lorraine Road, Wootton MK43 9LH

SINGING

OUSE VALLEY SINGERS Mondays 7.30 p.m Four-part harmony mixed choir who perform mainly for charitable purposes in the North Beds area.

Rehearsals in Sharnbrook Methodist Church performing mainly light music e.g. show music, folk songs, etc.

Contact Sue Plant 01234 314229.”

BEDFORD GALLERY QUIRE 1st, 3rd, 5th Thursday of each month 7.30 pm We welcome those interested in singing/playing ‘West Gallery’ music from the early 18th century to the mid 19th century. Priory Methodist Church, Newnham Ave, Bedford.Contact Ken Baddley 01234 310018 www.bedfordgalleryquire.org.uk KEMPSTON MUSICAL SOCIETY Thursdays – 7.30pm. – 9.30pm.

Four-part harmony mixed choir who perform mainly for charitable purposes in and around Kempston. Rehearsals in Transfiguration Church Hall, Bedford Road, Kempston performing light, secular and sacred music. Contact Janet on 01234 781010 for more information.

SPECIAL NEEDS / LEARNING DISABILITIES NO LIMITS MULTI-ACTIVITY CLUB The Multi-Activity Club is for people aged 16 years and over with a learning and / or a physical disability.

Mondays from 1.45 – 2.45pm (excluding public holidays) Activities on offer include rounders, basketball, badminton, dodgeball and football.

Bedford International Athletic Stadium, Barkers Lane, MK41 9SB £3 per session, no need to book, just pay on the day.

MENCAP – SMILEY CLUB Wednesdays 7pm – 8.30pm A fun social club for boys and girls from 9 to 18 who have learning disabilities. 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 FLAG BEDFORD Thursday afternoons 2-4pm FLAG Bedford (Friendship Link & Action Group) is a social group for adults with a sensory and/ or physical or learning disability, and their carers, who live in the Bedford area. Our aim is to combat social isolation and loneliness. Priory Methodist Church, Newnham Avenue, Bedford.Contact Linda on 07815 196357 or mailto:flag25@hotmail. co.uk MARLINS SPECIAL NEEDS SWIMMING CLUB SUNDAYS 6.30 – 8PM For learning and physical disabilities. All ages welcome.

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Chat & Make Tuesdays 9am – 12pm (Term Time) 0-5yrs St Mark’s Church Community Centre Calder Rise, Bedford MK41 7UY Tel 01234 342613 3T’S Toddler Group Tuesdays 1pm-2.30pm (Term time only) Centenary Hall, Margetts Road, Kempston MK42 8BG Park Road Methodist Church Baby & Toddler Group Every Tuesday 9.30am-11.30am (in the hall).

Roff Avenue, Bedford MK41 7TJ JelliTots Tues 10am – 11.30am (Term Time) 0-3yrs Church Lane Community Centre, Bedford MK41 0PW

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Maypole Farm, Kempston 9.30am – 11.00am Fletcher Road, Bedford MK42 7FY King’s Playhouse 10am – 11.30am King’s House, 245 Ampthill Road, Bedford UK MK42 9AZ Tel 01234 306500

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Bromham Baptist Church Mess & Music Thursdays 10:00 – 11:30am (term time only) Village Road Bromham Bedford MK43 8LJ Tel 01234 822681 Chat and Play Thursdays 9.45am (Term Time) Group for Mums & toddlers 0-5yrs St Mark’s Church Community Centre Calder Rise, Bedford MK41 7UY Tel 01234 342613 Clapham Parish Church Little Monkeys Thursdays 9am (Term Time) Free Fellowship Centre, Green Lane, Clapham MK41 6EP Tel 01234 352814 (Sue) Biddenham U5’s Playgroup Thursdays 9.30 – 11.30am Biddenham Village Hall, Nodders Way, Biddenham MK40 4BJ Call 07854 974474

Stay and play 3.30pm – 5pm Free after school family activity club. Children MUST be accompanied by an adult The Salvation Army Elstow, 13 Kennedy Road, Elstow MK42 9NX

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Salvation Army Little Angels Toddler Group Fridays 9.30am – 11.30am (Term Time) Commercial Road Bedford MK40 1NY 01234 329200 Wilstead Tots & Toddlers Group Fridays 9.30 – 11.30 (during term-time) Wilstead Methodist Church Hall, 24 Dines Close, Wilstead MK45 3BU Tel 07811 235538 Kinder Cafe Fridays 1.30pm – 3.00pm (Term Time) Jubilation Centre, Moulton Avenue, Bedford MK42 0HL

ALL NATIONS CHURCH, BRICKHILL DRIVE, BEDFORD MK41 7QF TEL 01234 273773 NEW MUMS & BABIES GROUP Weds 10.30am – 12.00pm. (Starting back 8th Jan) Toddler Group Wednesdays, 1.30pm – 3.00pm (Term Time) Kids Club Wednesdays, 5.45pm – 7.00pm (Term Time) Toddlers For Dads Saturday 18th January, 10.00am – 12.00pm BedsLife Magazine cannot be held responsible for any changes, amends or cancellations of an event.

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Don’t Get Locked In are extremely excited to announce a relocation to Bedford town centre at the end of February 2020.

An already established family run business with some amazing Trip Advisor reviews, Don’t Get Locked In has been in business for nearly 2 years located in Wing, Leighton Buzzard.

It has taken 12 months from starting to look for premises to opening and the project hasn’t been without its challenges. “The move has taken a lot longer than anticipated, but we are very happy that we held out for the right premises as we will have capacity and space for 6 themed escape rooms and we’ve got lots of ideas and plans”, said Marcus Wright, Director.

The space in Allhallows, Bedford covers 2 floors and will be opening up with 2 brand new themed rooms, ‘Gin & Panic’ and ‘Extortion’ at the end of February. There will then be 2 more rooms ‘The Secret Hut’ and ‘The Rock’, currently at the Wing site, which will open up in Bedford around April 2020. The remaining rooms will open up mid 2020, including a 2hour escape room game.

Escape room games are becoming more and more popular with players seeking new and exciting games to play and challenging themselves to see if they can escape. They are a fantastic activity to do with friends or family and are perfect for teambuilding and corporate events.

For those reading this new to the idea of escape rooms, you are not actually ‘locked in’, it’s just a game and is covered in the safety briefing before the game is played. Teams of 2-6 take on a ‘real life’ escape game, working together in a cleverly themed room to uncover a series of clues and puzzles. They are very addictive and great fun!

Like ‘The Secret Hut’ and ‘The Rock’ their two already popular escape rooms which have been running for 2 years in Wing, Don’t Get Locked In’s new escape rooms have been designed and built

by Marcus, making it a totally unique and authentic experience. The only question is, will you escape?

Cathy Wright who will be running the day to dayoperations said “We’re really excited to be the first escape room in Bedford town centre and can’t wait to open.

To book a session for any of our games please use our online booking system at www.dontgetlockedin.com For more information on Don’t Get Locked In including prices see www.dontgetlockedin.com The location of Don’t Get Locked In is 23-27 Allhallows, Bedford, MK40 1LN

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MENTAL HEALTH CRISIS CAFE A new crisis cafe has been opened at Florence Ball House on Bedford Health Village, Kimbolton Road, Bedford.

The aim of the cafe is to provide support and a safe place for anyone experiencing a mental health crisis over the age of 18.

Initially opening from 5pm till 11pm on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, the crisis cafe will be a key element in providing fast, personal help for people needing mental health support without the need to spend hours in A&E. No appointment is necessary, simply drop in to receive support from friendly coordinators, recovery workers, peer support workers (PSWs) and volunteers trained to offer coping mechanisms and management techniques to help people work through their crisis. The teams will also be able to refer and direct people to further services if required.

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They hold regular meetings with East Midlands Railway and Thameslink to discuss timetable changes, performance, reliability, on-train security and improved customer care.

They also lobby local MP’s, the industry at large, and Westminster for improvements to station facilities and services plus Local Authorities for better public transport integration between bus and rail services.

Members receive 5/6 newsletters per year updating them with the latest developments from a traveller’s perspective.

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T H E H A N D M A I D ’ S TA L E

by Margaret Atwood

You’d have to have been living under a rock over the last couple of years to have not heard of The Handmaid’s Tale even if it is just through the hugely successful TV series on Channel 4.

Fans of the book have not been disappointed by the TV series and so this bodes well for people wanting to go the other way.

The novel tells the story of life in Gilead from the point of view of Offred, a handmaid to commander in the new political regime. A dystopian view of America presents us with a country where fertility levels have declined due to radiation poisoning and so Offred’s ability to reproduce means that she is forced to bear children for the upper echelons of society.

Atwood uses a form of dual narrative to present the story to us, as chapters alternate between ‘night’ revealing more of Offred’s feelings and glimpses into her past, and ‘day’ showing us glimpses of day to day life in Gilead.

It is hard to put your finger on what has made this novel so successful, but Atwood’s sources of inspiration may offer a clue. She has said that everything she writes about in the novel is based on events that happened at some point in history. There is nothing fantastical here, but purely the uneasiness of realising what human beings might indeed be capable of.

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Vivarium is a film that borders the line of thriller and horror, it feels like a thriller but the mood and tone of it is very much more on the horror side.

The story is simple enough, a young couple are looking for a new home and are taken by an estate agent to view a house on a new estate.

Vivarium is a terrific film with an outstanding couple of leads that keeps you involved and really does keep you guessing as to what the endgame will be. The makers have managed to create a seriously creepy mood with the look and the background music.

You know something weird is going on very early on but they make sure not to let too much information come your way so that you are as much in the dark as the characters you are watching.

I have seen many, many films so anything that keeps me wondering and catches me off guard is always going to be a potential winner with me but when it also manages to nail the ending and not end up a disappointment then I have nothing but fulsome praise.

Vivarium is not a film for everyone but it sure is something a bit different.

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Bedford Borough Council’s new website now features lots of online options, making it easier for local residents to get what they need from the Council and save time too.

All the council’s online options are displayed in the ‘Save time, do it online’ section on the website and there’s plenty to choose from.

Lots of us are already used to doing our shopping and banking online, and these new online services from the Council mean that residents can do lots more on the Council’s new website, at a time to suit them. The services are designed to be easy to use on phones and tablets as well as laptops and PCs. The new online options also mean that your reports and requests are sent straight to front line teams who have been equipped with mobile devices. This means they can pick up and deal with new jobs 26 Please mention bedslife when responding to adverts

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The Council is committed to making services easy to access and has worked hard to make its online services easy to use. Support for those who need help to get online will continue to be available from the council’s Customer Services centre.

Dave Hodgson, Mayor of Bedford Borough said, “The Council is making it easier, quicker, and more convenient for residents to report problems, request or pay for Council services online at a time that suits. We are not finished yet, there is plenty more to come in the coming months to make it easier to save time by contacting the Council online. You can still get in touch with the Council in other ways, all the same channels as you can now. The aim is to cater for everyone.”

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Spring Market – 21st March Summer Market – 20th June Autumn Market – 3rd October Christmas Market – 12th December

Willington village hall, church road, mk44 3py Local produce, meats, preserves and honey High quality, handmade crafts and gifts Plants and shrubs Cakes, biscuits and sweet treats Café serving coffees, teas, delicious cakes and locally sourced bacon rolls Most importantly, a great chance to find out what is happening in your community For more info or to book a stall, contact Sarah on sjewers1@gmail.com or Emma on 07905 281629

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Tickets £15 u.16 £8 Saturday 28 March 7.30 – 10.15pm at Bromham Village Hall, MK43 8JP Booking essential at e.jones4491@gmail.com or 01234 826551 Hosted by Friends of St Owen’s Church Reg Charity No 1022947

Following on from their sell out Christmas concert, “Swing’s the Thing” return with a visit to the 1960’s and a tribute to three giants of jazz, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Count Basie.

Katherine and Mel join the 17 piece orchestra in what promises to be another popular show. Book now to avoid disappointment.

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What’sON ARTS & CRAFTS, TALKS & DEMONSTRATIONS

Alpine Garden Society, Bedfordshire branch Monday 2nd March 7.30pm AGS president Chris Bailes will talk about ‘The Gondwana Garden’ Competitions, sale plants.

Visitors welcome £3. Wilstead Village Hall, Cotton End Road, Wilstead MK45 3BX Forest of Marston Vale Learning Lunchtime Talks Monday 2nd March 11am to Noon Fantastic Facts, Figures and Folklore about Wild Flowers A Talk by Bob Hook and Judith Knight Monday 16 March 11am to Noon Born to Travel - the Migration of Birds A Talk by the Creator of the Big Garden Bird Watch Peter Holden.

Monday 16 March 11am to Noon Born to Travel - the Migration of Birds A Talk by the Creator of the Big Garden Bird Watch Peter Holden.

Monday 23 March 11am to Noon Bedford’s Highlanders A Talk on The Highland Division’s Stay in Bedford in WWI by Richard Galley.

Free, no booking. Donations gladly receive Station Road, Marston Moretaine, Bedford MK43 0PR 01234 767037 or www.marstonvale.org/events Bedford Floral Art Society Tuesday March 3rd 7.30pm Meeting with a floral demonstration by Doug Howard entitled “BILLIANTISSIMUM”. Visitors welcome £7 www.bedfordfloralartsociety.co.uk Bedfordshire Family History Society Friday 6th March 7.15 p.m.

Bedfordshire’s Secret War by Jean Yates Members free, visitors £1.

Drama Hall, Mark Rutherford School. Wentworth Drive, Bedford MK41 8PX. www.bfhs.org.uk Hardy Plant Society, Cambs & Beds Saturday 7th March 2.00pm Paul Green will talk about ‘Plants of the Season’.

Plants for sale (see www.greensleavesnursery.co.uk ) Garden sundries for sale. Visitors very welcome £4 including refreshments. www.hpscambsandbeds.co.uk/ The Weatherley Centre, Eagle Farm Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8JH 32 Please mention bedslife when responding to adverts

Bedford Local Group of The Wildlife Trust Wednesday 11th March Meeting 7-15pm for 7.30pm ‘Planning for Wildlife – Development Pressure in our 3 Counties’ – an illustrated talk by Conservation Manager Matt Jackson. Plenty of parking. All welcome. No charge but voluntary contributions appreciated. Priory Methodist Church Hall, Newnham Avenue, Bedford MK41 9QJ Further details available under Events on www.wildlifebcn.org or 01234 266057 Bedford National Trust Association Tuesday 11th March 2.00pm for 2.30pm Speaker - Frank Burns - cyclist “From Vancouver to Mexico - 1700 miles” No need to book. Addison Centre, Bedford Rd, Kempston MK42 8PN. For further information ring Betty Thomas 01480 860 421 Historical Association Monday 16th March 7.30 pm ‘Tracing convict lives using digital technology’ Professor Bob Shoemaker of Sheffield University Free to members of the HA (Historical Association).

Others welcome, donation £3 St Peter’s Chapter House, de Parys Avenue, Bedford, MK40 2TX Further details 01234 266839/07989 837819 The Friends Of The Higgins Tuesday 17th March 7.30 pm ‘Swifts: The fastens Bird on the Planet’ Illustrated talk by Bob Hook. Friends £4, Guests £9 The Higgins, Castle Lane, Bedford MK40 3XD www.thehigginsbedford.org.uk Bedford RSPB local group Thursday 19th March.

Meeting 7.30pm aiming to finish by 9.30pm Steve Portugal - a Senior Lecturer in Animal Behaviour at the Royal Holloway University of London will tell us all about “Migration - Avian Migration and Moult. The Annual Cycle”. Suitable for Experts and Novices, RSPB membership not essential.

Entrance fee, group members £1 Guest £2 annual group membership £5 under 18s enter free.

The facilities, including refreshments, are at ground level and there is secure parking. Reg.Charity No. 207076, more info www.rspb.org.uk/groups/bedford Meet at ARA club, Manton Lane Bedford MK41 7PF Embroiderers Guild, Bedford branch Thursday 19th March 7.30 for 8.00pm Alison Eskriett will talk about ‘A woman’s lot in the 18th Century’. Visitors welcome; £4.

St Mark’s Church Hall, Calder Rise, Bedford, MK41 7UY University of Bedfordshire Beds Talks: Special educational needs and disabilities: current national and local issues, concerns and challenges.

Wednesday 25th March 9.15am – 3.30pm Focussing on current issues and challenges in the area of special educational needs and disabilities.

WHAT’S ON There will be three sessions that will take us through the law, to the general picture across England, to a specific example at individual child and family level.

There will be time in each session for you to discuss the major issues, and for a question and answer slot between the audience and the speakers.

Polhill Avenue, Bedford, MK41 9EA Alpine Garden Society, Bedfordshire branch Saturday 28th March 11.15 - 3.00pm Colourful annual Spring Show. Plants, flowers and photographs. Plants to buy from Monksilver Nursery.

Refreshments. Visitors just £1.

Wilstead Village Hall, Cotton End Road, Wilstead MK45 3BX CHARITY & TABLE TOP SALES/ FAYRES Spring Coffee Morning Sunday 29th March 10am-12 noon Refreshments, stalls, come and meet our horses.

The Elisabeth Curtis Centre- Riding for the Disabled Chestnut Ave, Bromham MK43 8HP Table Top Sale Saturday 14th March 9am to Noon Entry 50p, Refreshments available.

Tables £5 - must be prebooked.

Christ the King Parish Hall, Harrowden Rd MK42 0SP For information call on 01234 965497 Charity table top sale at MS Therapy Centre Saturday 21st March 10am – 12pm Entrance 50p, Bric a brac, books, clothes, bacon rolls MS Therapy Centre, 155 Barkers Lane MK41 9RX R.A.T.S. (Rehoming Animal Telephone Service) Easter Fayre Sunday 29th March 1 pm to 3.30 pm Stalls, Homemade Refreshments, Tombola etc.

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Great Barford Village Hall, Fishers Close, Great Barford MK44 3JL. COMMUNITY/CHARITY EVENTS

MUSIC, DANCE & THEATRE Sharnbrook Mill Theatre Tuesday 3rd to Saturday 7th March Nightly at 7.30pm and matinee on 7 March at 2.30pm ‘Daisy Pulls It Off’ A comedy play parody of an English 1920s boarding school by Denise Deegan www.sharnbrookmilltheatre.co.uk/tickets /Pick-a-Lily, Sharnbrook.

Sharnbrook Mill Theatre Trust, 103 Mill Rd, Sharnbrook, Bedford MK44 1NP. Music workshop of Terry Riley’s In C Saturday 7th March 10.30am – 1pm As part of this year’s Contemporary Music for All Festival bring your instrument (wind, brass, string, keyboard or percussion) and join members of the Joby Burgess Percussion Collective in this instrumental music workshop for young people and adults. Elstow Abbey, Church End, Elstow MK42 9XT Joby Burgess Percussion Collective Saturday 7th March 7.30 pm – 9.15 pm Hear the Joby Burgess Percussion Collective in a special performance celebrating new music.

Marimbas, bass drums and aluminium harp feature in the atmospheric Elstow Abbey Elstow Abbey, Church End, Elstow MK42 9XT Cantamus Chamber Choir Saturday 7th March 7.30 pm ‘At the Gates of Heaven’ An evening of varied church music through the ages sung by Cantamus chamber choir Conductor Gary Mudd. Organist Ian Runnells.

Tickets £10 at the door. Bunyan Meeting church, Mill St, Bedford. Proceeds to Friends of Bunyan Museum Music on Thursdays Thursday 19th March 7.45pm Ashwell Trio Featuring local horn player and Young Musician finalist Ben Goldscheider, with Callum Smart, violin and Richard Uttley, piano Music by Haydn, Huw Watkins, Mozart, Brahms Bedford School Recital Hall Tickets on the door £18, Student (18-25) £5, Under 18 £2 on the door or phone 07584 102043 www.bedfordmusicclub.co.uk

Quiz Night at MS Therapy Centre Friday 13th March 7pm Teams of up to 6 - £11pp inc supper 01234 325781 or email fundraising@ mscentrebedsandnorthants.com MS Therapy Centre, 155 Barkers Lane, Bedford, MK41 9RX

Sharnbrook Mill Theatre, Gilbert & Sullivan with The Wandering Minstrels, in period costume!

Saturday 28th March 7.30pm Sharp wit of W.S Gilbert, enchanting music of Sir Arthur Sullivan. Tickets £15 (£1-b/fee) www. sharnbrookmilltheatre/tickets/Pick-a-Lily, Florists, Sharnbrook Sharnbrook Mill Theatre Trust, 103 Mill Rd, Sharnbrook, Bedford MK44 1NP.

Afternoon Vintage Tea Friday 27th March 2pm to 4pm Admission £4 - Tea, home-made cake and friendship Christ the King Parish Hall Harrowden Road, Bedford MK42 0SP For Information call 01234 326291

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Situated at the Midland Road entrance of the Harpur Shopping Centre, the store is packed with a huge variety of sweet treats including Hershey, Twinkies, Reece’s, Oreos and Lucky Charms plus every flavour of soda you can imagine.

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W E AV I N G N A R R AT I V E S A popular craft project linking stories to our past is set to return to Bedfordshire Archives. The Weaving Narratives project invites people to use the archives as inspiration to create textile works. When the project was first run, amateur and professional textile artists successfully created an amazing range of pieces. With new archives added to the collections all the time the projects return has been welcomed.

The project is open to anyone interested in taking part. Participants are offered an introduction to Archive Service and the chance to take part in three workshops. Assisted by archive professionals, they will be given special access to original archive materials representing hundreds of years of Bedfordshire’s history. The form and nature of each textile work will be entirely up to the participants and works can also be created by groups of participants.

Workshops are free and are held at the Archives, Riverside Building, Borough Hall, Bedford on Saturdays 7th March, 4th April and 13th June, from 10am to 12pm.

Anyone wishing to take part should book a place by emailing archive@bedford.gov.uk or calling 01234 228833. Places are limited and are first come, first served. Participants need to provide their own materials. The project will culminate in the Autumn with a series of exhibitions of the works produced.

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MARCH EVENTS BEDFORD CENTRAL LIBRARY HARPUR ST, BEDFORD MK40 1PG TEL 01234 718178 Saturday 7th March Science Lab Saturday Lift offs will be at; 10.30am; 11.15am; 12.00pm; 2.00pm; 3.00pm Take a tour of the Solar System, celebrate the Moon Landings and explore space with the Mark Rutherford Harpur Trust Planetarium Each show lasts 40 minutes.

Saturday 7th March Space Craft Fun 11.00am – 1.00pm and 2.00pm – 4.00pm Join us in the morning to make a rocket and come back in the afternoon t colour in an Alien mask.

Saturday 14th March 11.00am – 3.00pm Mother’s Day Card Craft Make a flower bouquet card for the most important woman in your life.

Saturday 21st March 11.00am – 3.00pm Mother’s Day Card Craft Make a flower bouquet card for the most important woman in your life.

Saturday 21st March 10.30am – 12.30pm Fun with Fiction Sign up for this fabulous Marvellous Minds creative writing workshop for 8 to 16 year olds.

Tickets £3.00 available in advance.

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Regular Events Baby Rhymetime for 0 - 18 months - Monday from 11.30 to 12.00 Story and Rhymetime - Tuesday from 2.00 to 2.30 Story and Rhymetime - Thursday from 11.30 to 12.00 Lego Club - Saturday from 11.00 to 12.00 Sunday is Fun Day - Sunday from 11.30 to 1.30

BROMHAM LIBRARY SPRINGFIELD DRIVE, BEDFORD MK43 8NT TEL 01234 824391 Regular Events Knit and Knatter - Monday from 2.15 to 4.00 Lego and Colouring Club for Children (Term Time Only) – Tuesday and Thursday from 2.00 to 5.00 Rhymetime for Under 5s (Term Time Only) - Wednesday from 11.00 to 11.30 Board Games Day – Friday from 10.00 to 5.00 Craft Club for Children (term time only) – Saturdays 10.30 – 12.30

KEMPSTON LIBRARY 32 HALSEY RD, KEMPSTON, MK42 8AT TEL 01234 276453 Saturday 14th March 10.00am – 11.30am Reading Dogs Join us and our canine pals – they love to hear a good story!

Regular Events Storytime - Monday from 2.15 to 2.45 Creative Writing Group – Monday (1st working Monday of the month) - 3.30 to 4.45 Lego Club – Monday and Friday from 2.00 to 5.00 Games Galore – Tuesday (fortnightly) from 2.00 to 3.30 Dice Warriors Games Club (for children) - Tuesday from 3.30 to 5.00 Rhymetime - Tuesday from 11:00 to 11:30 Wiggles and Jiggles for children under 1 - Tuesday from 2.00 to 2.30 Adult Craft Club – Wednesday from 2.30 to 4.00 (ask staff for dates) Adults Colouring Club Wednesday from 2.00 to 3.00 Children’s Colouring Club Wednesday from 3.00 to 5.00 Wiggles and Jiggles for children under 1 - Thursday from 11.00 to 11.30 Dice Warriors Games Club (for children) - Thursday from 3.30 to 5.00 IT Buddy Sessions (book your appointment at the library) Thursday from 10:00 to 12:00 Knit and Knatter - Thursday from 2.00 to 3.00 Saturday Kids Club - Saturday from 10.00 to 3.30

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Regular Events Knit and Knatter - 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 10.00 to 11.30 Rhymetime (Term Time Only) - 1st Tuesday of the month from 11.00 to- 11.30 Board Games Club for Adults - 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month from 10.00 to 11.30 Rhymetime (Term Time Only) Thursday from 2.30 to 3.00 Adult Colouring Club - Friday from 2.00 to 3.30 Storytime (Term Time Only) Friday from 2:30 to 3:00 Saturday Vibe (children’s craft session) – Saturday from 10.00 to 3.30 Jigsaw Swap Session - 1st Saturday of the month from 10.00 to 3.00

Regular Events Fun Time for Under 5s - Monday from 2.30 to 2.50 Colouring Club – Monday, Thursday & Friday from 3.30 to 4.30 Lego Club – Monday, Wednesday & Friday from 3.45 to 4.45 Baby Fun Time - Tuesday from 10.15 to 10.45 Board Games Club – Tuesday from 2.00 to 4.00 (LibraryPlus members only) Bridge Club –Tuesday from 13.45 to 4.00 (LibraryPlus members only) Are you sitting comfortably?

Storytelling for adults Wednesday from 2.30 to 3.30 Storytime with Ted for Pre-school Children - Thursday from 10.30 to 10.50

Crafty Thursdays - Thursday from 10.30 to 11.30 Date with Duplo (1 to 4 year olds) – Friday from 2.15 to 3.00 Tiddlers and Toddlers (18 months to 4 years) – Friday from 2.15 to 2.45 Knit and Knatter - Friday from 2.00 to 3.00 Children’s Jigsaw Club - Saturday from 11.00 to 12.30 Lego Club - Saturday from 11.00 to 12.30 Colouring Club - Saturday from 11.00 to 12.30 Super Saturday Craft – Saturday from 11.00 to 12.30

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At Acorn House we take the time to give your pet the care they deserve • 15 minute consultation slots as standard - no extra cost • More time to listen to your concerns and answer your questions • More time for your pet to relax • A thorough physical examination, dental health and weight check included in every consultation • Free of charge follow up by telephone if you have any further questions when you get home!

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Acorn House Veterinary Hospital Linnet Way, Brickhill, Bedford MK41 7HN

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WITH A NERVOUS DOG

At Acorn House we understand that many dogs are worried about coming to see the vet. Our receptionists are always keen to provide treats and friendly fuss to help our canine patients feel happy about visiting the surgery. However, if you have a dog that finds veterinary visits difficult, let Acorn House help you to help your pet.

LET US KNOW

If you know that your dog is nervous about visiting the vet, let us know. We can offer appointments at a quiet time so that your dog can avoid a stressful time in the waiting room. Some of our nervous dogs prefer to wait in the car, car park or practice garden. Others like to have their entire examination in the practice garden and don’t come into the practice at all if they can help it! We are happy to accommodate your dog if you let us know what they would prefer.

SEE THE SAME VET EACH TIME

If possible, it is best to see the same vet every time, so that they can build a trusting relationship with your dog. Remember to let the receptionist know which vet you would like to see when you call (or use our online system).

BRING TASTY TREATS TO THE SURGERY

At Acorn House we have four different tasty treats to offer our doggy patients (health permitting!) but if you know that your dog prefers something specific (maybe cheese or sausage) then bring it with you and ask your vet to use that instead.

STRESS FREE HANDLING

Your vet can learn a lot about your pet without touching! Observing movement, body condition, eye reflexes, breathing patterns and behaviour are all important parts of the examination that can be performed without your pet even noticing. This allows our vets to make a careful decision about any further checks that may be needed.

ANTI-ANXIETY MEDICATION

Our vets can prescribe medication for owners to give nervous dogs before they visit the surgery. This often allows nervous dogs to stay calm and have a positive experience at the surgery – improving the situation in the future as well as that particular visit.

SEDATION

At Acorn House we would always recommend sedation or anaesthesia for painful or stressful procedures. Our hospital is well equipped with air conditioning, large, comfortable kennels and nursing care on-site 24 hours a day.

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SPORTS& ACTIVITIES ARCHERY Ouse Valley Archers

Thursdays 7.00pm – 9.00pm and Sundays 2.00pm – 4.00pm Run by Archery GB approved coaches. All equipment provided.

For experienced archers or those who have completed a beginners course the club shoots indoors/ outdoors at Putnoe Primary School & Field, Church Lane, Bedford. For further details visit our website or contact info@ousevalleyarchers. com

BADMINTON Wootton Badminton Club

Thursdays from 7.30pm to 10.00pm Friendly club welcoming anyone who does or has played badminton.

Wootton Upper School, Hall End, Wootton, Beds, MK43 9HT woottonbadmclub@gmail.com www. woottonbedfordbadmintonclub. weebly.com

BASKETBALL / DODGEBALL Bedford Thunder Basketball Club

Mini Basketball (Reception to Yr 5) Sundays 9.30am – 11am U14s Development (Yr 6 to Yr 9) Sundays 11am – 12.30pm U18’s Session (Yr 10 to Yr 13) Sundays 2pm – 3.30pm Bedford Academy, Mile Road, Bedford MK42 9TR For information email coach@ bedfordthunder.com

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Bedford Thunder Basketball for Girls Saturday 3pm to 4.30pm Aimed at new players £3 per session and runs on a payas-you-play basis. As per Basketball England regulations all new members will need to register as a player before their third session – registration cost £10 per year.

Bedford Academy, Mile Road Bedford MK42 9TR. Or visit www.thisgirlcan. bedfordthunder.com Bedford Mighty Eagles Dodgeball Team Tuesdays 7pm-9pm A club that plays at a high level but welcomes anyone from any sporting ability and background. 15yrs or over. Men’s and women’s squad. £3 per session – First session free.

Training is at Wootton Upper School, Hall End Road, MK43 9HT

BOWLS Become a Wheelstar at Kempston

Bowls Indoor Bowls Club Every Tuesday 12pm till 1.30pm a group of disabled people meet to play bowls from special ‘buggies’ in a friendly environment.

A meal is available at the end of the session. You don’t need to have previously bowled. Pop in any from 12pm until 1.30pm for information and to see if you would be interested in a trial. Telephone Anne or Doug on 01234 841071 Kempton Park Indoor Bowls Club Largest Indoor Bowls Club in the area for all ages and abilities.

Free taster session followed by 4 coaching sessions at a time to suit you. Bowls and bowls shoes provided for your lessons. Superb facilities. Tel 01234 852291 290 Hillgrounds Road Kempston MK42 8UB www.kempstonparkbowls.co.uk

Bromham Short Mat Bowling Club Tuesdays 7.00 pm – 9.30 pm (year round) Monday afternoons 2.00 pm – 4.30 pm (September to June only) First two sessions are free and where training can be given. Just bring a pair of flat shoes.

Bromham Village Hall, Village Rd, Bromham, MK43 8JP Contact Christine Kitching on 01234 824329 for more details Mowsbury Park Bowls Club Taster Days Wednesday or Friday 2pm to 4.30pm.

Outdoor season starts at the beginning of May until midSeptember. Try lawn bowls for FREE. Just bring flat shoes. Entrance is via Wentworth Drive For more info about our club please contact Anne Haynes on 01234 211828 www.mowsburyparkbowlsclub.co.uk Bedford Borough Bowling Club Est over 100 years now enrolling new members and forming a junior section.

Indoor and outdoor bowling greens. FREE tuition from qualified instructors, all equipment provided.

Just wear flat shoes. Check our website www.boroughbowlin.org. uk or telephone 01234 340736 for more details Bedford Bowling Club Welcome Sessions Tuesday and Friday 2pm – 4pm Warm, friendly club and the green is in a sheltered part of the park.

Taster sessions in Bedford Park (near the café), and we welcome anyone who would like to try the game. All equipment provided just wear flat soled shoes to protect the green. No cost or obligation. For full information ring Ray on 305695, Warwick on 403551, or Alison on 343257.

CYCLING Cycling Uk 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!

See website ctc-bedfordshire.co.uk for details of our forthcoming rides, or ring 01234 219148 for further information.

FOOTBALL 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.

PARKOUR / FREERUNNING Falcon SA Gymnastics Club

Bedford FC Mini Soccer Club Every Saturday at Goldington Academy 10.30am till 12.15pm.

Boys and girls aged 4-10yrs. £3.00 per child and £5 for two.

Our aim is to provide children of all abilities with a unique footballing experience, developing physical, social and communication skills. www.bedfordfcminisoccer.com.

Saturdays 1.15pm to 2.15pm Scott Primary School, Hawk Drive, Bedford. Boys and girls between the ages of 7 and 14.

Fusing traditional gymnastics and acrobatics with tricks and stunts made famous from the movies. This includes rolling climbing, swinging, vaulting, jumping, plyometrics, as well as learning flics and somersaults in a safe and inclusive environment with qualified coaches. www.falcongym.com

GYMNASTICS Falcon SA Gymnastics Club

RUGBY Little Scrummers Rugby Club

Weekday evenings from 4.45pm Saturday Mornings Scott Primary School, Hawk Drive, Bedford Gymnastics for boys and girls from 4 years, In a safe and friendly environment. Offering Floor work, apparatus and badges www.falcongym.com

KARATE GKR Karate Classes

Wednesdays at 6.30pm to 7.30pm Anyone who turns up for a class who is not already a GKR student will get a free 1 hour training session. Putnoe Heights Church, 32 Putnoe Heights, Bedford MK41 8EB

MARTIAL ARTS Shinpi Izumi Martial Arts Club – Ju

Jutsu style Juniors – Mondays -term time only 6-7pm Adult / Senior Tuesdays – all year round 8-9pm St Cuthbert’s Hall, Newnham Street, Bedford, MK40 3JR. Please contact Rob Sensei on 07840 314869 for prices and further information One month free trial available

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

RUNNING Bedford Parkrun Saturdays

Meet at The Bandstand at 9am.

Join us for a 5km run around the park (dogs, children and buggies all welcome). Register for free on the Parkrun UK website www.parkrun.org.uk Bedford Junior Parkrun Sundays (4-14 year olds) Jubilee Park, Moulton Ave, Bedford MK42 0HL Weekly free 2k timed run for juniors but please register before your first run! Meet at the skate park 8.45am for warm up www.parkrun.org.uk/bedfordjuniors/

TABLE TENNIS Social Table Tennis

Mondays & Tuesdays 7.30pm10.00pm All Ages Welcome. Just Turn Up £4 per player per session, Bats Available, Free Hire Coaching Available. Sports Hall, Lincroft School, Oakley. Call John 07921 093199 Bedford Community Table Tennis Club Every weekday at 2 venues: Bedford Academy Mile Road and Church Lane Community Centre, Goldington.Each session is 2 hours.

First Session is FREE at Bedford Academy Wednesday 7.30pm9.30pm Call Harvey on 07884 938753 first.

WALKING FOOTBALL Walking Football Bedford (Established 2012) for all ages and abilities.

Evening, Daytime and Women only sessions.

For more details and to book your place please email: info@ walkingfootballbedford.co.uk www.walkingfootballbedford.co.uk

WALKING/ RAMBLING Bedford Rambling Club

Small, friendly and sociable group who meet on Sunday and Monday mornings for 2-3 hour circular walks generally in and around the Bedford area.

We are always looking for new members and non members are welcome to join us.

Please visit our website or contact us for further information. https://bedfordramblingclub.org Email: bedfordramblingclub@gmail. com Phone: Sue 077889 54819

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BEDFORD BLUES COMEDY NIGHT Bedford Blues will be hosting a Comedy Night on Thursday 9th April in the Blues Marquee with five star performers lined-up!

The fantastic Gary Delaney will be headlining; with MC Josh James, Tom Alban, David Luck and President Obanjo all performing. Guaranteed to leave you in fits of laughter, Blues first comedy evening is an unmissable event for everyone.

Individual tickets are priced at £20 without food or £30 with Fish & Chips. A premium table of 10 can be purchased for £300. You can book online here; or alternatively contact events@bedfordrugby.co.uk or call 0871 871 1886.

To find out more on the comedians destined for Goldington Road visit https://bedfordrugby. co.uk/news/2020/02/blues-comedy-night-april Tickets available on the website or alternatively contact events@bedfordrugby.co.uk or call 0871 871 1886 for more information.

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MARCH FIXTURES

Fri 13th March 8pm Greene King IPA Championship Newcastle Falcons V Bedford Blues Kingston Park Saturday 21st March 3pm Bedford Blues V Nottingham Goldington Road Saturday 28th March 3pm Ampthill V Bedford Blues Dillingham Park For more information and to buy tickets visit https://bedfordrugby.co.uk/team/fixtures

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AN ANNUAL FIESTA I’ve always loved an annual. From Bunty to The Blue Peter Annual, they were crammed full of interest and fun. As I grew older my taste in annuals has become more horticultural. One little pack of seeds is now my gardening equivalent of the Beano - a brief shelf-life and packed with colour.

Hardy annuals are the most obliging. They don’t need a propagator or a greenhouse, or even a windowsill; all they need is a sunny spot and some well-drained soil. Just sprinkle the seeds in the ground and you can look forward to a fiesta of summer colour for very little work.

The choice of plants and hue is wide. If blue is your thing try a soft shade of love-in-a-mist, or a vivid blue cornflower, or the most gorgeous tiny phacelia.

For pinks try a fluffy clarkia or delicate godetia.

Nasturtiums span the colour wheel from cream through yellow and orange to deep red.

Annual doesn’t mean small either. Both larkspurs and amaranthus are tall and elegant, and cleomes which also provide height probably only need to be planted once as they are prolific self-seeders!

Look around your garden for gaps in beds and borders which are in a sunny spot and well-drained.

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Don’t plant when it’s cold or the soil is wet and sticky.

Wait until the weather is mild and soil is damp and crumbly, then fork it lightly to break it up. Use a rake to create shallow furrows, sprinkle the seeds over and rake them gently in, raking across the furrows to cover them. Bigger seeds like nasturtiums can be pushed into the soil a couple of centimetres deep and 10-15cm apart. Label the area so you know what should come up.

The biggest enemy of the newly-planted hardy annual seed is the domestic cat! They love a patch of freshly raked soil, and will happily do their business in your handiwork and then kick up all your seeds without a second thought. Thwart the moggies by laying twiggy pea sticks over the area (and particularly twiggy and thorny prunings will do!).

Remove them with the shoots are big enough or stand them up and use them to support the taller annuals.

Thin them out a little to one plant per 10cm and water them if the weather is very dry. You don’t need to feed them, they flower best when the soil is not rich. Food and manure will favour leaf production whereas we’re after flowers and lots of them!

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What to look for Key indicators of tree damage and failure are: • Cracks and splits in structural sections of the tree.

• Roots lifting at the base of the stem • Broken limbs in the canopy Structural damage can be limited with regular pruning, structural supports and preventative maintenance.

Following high winds it is important to have you trees checked for potential defects that could lead to your trees failure. Large trees in prominent location need to be inspected on annual basis.

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Careful felling and sectional dismantling of trees

Stump grinding and removal

Expert pruning, including crown reductions, crown thins, deadwood removal and pollarding

ÂŁ10m Public Liability Insurance

Hedge maintenance and trimming

Tree and hedge planting TPO and conservation Area applications ARB Approved Contractors Free quotations and advice given

BEDSLIFE DIRECTORY AMERICAN VEHICLE SERVICE CENTRE

CONSERVATORY ROOFS

ARTIFICIAL GRASS

CURTAINS & BLINDS

Atlantic Autos

Artificial Grass & Turf Solutions Prestige Lawns

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55 53

BATHROOMS/BEDROOMS Dream Doors QP Interiors

BUILDERS

High Point Construction

CARPENTRY D C Carpentry

11 5 62 25

CARPETS & FLOORING A&A Carpets

CHARITY

Bedford Daycare Hospice Age UK

CHIMNEY SWEEP

The Black Horse Chimney Sweep

CHIROPODY/PODIATRY/FOOTCARE Feet To Go Mr Rob Foot Clinic

CHIROPRACTOR

Bedford Chiropractic Clinic

11 28 39

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K9 Klub

EDUCATION

Bedford College Polam School

ELECTRICAL GOODS / REPAIRS JB Domestic

ELECTRICIAN

Craddock Electrical DH Electrical M Halls

ESCAPE ROOM

Don’t Get Locked In

43 60

FUNERAL SERVICES

29

60

COMPUTER REPAIR/MAINTENANCE/ SALES Oakley IT

DOG WALKING/DAYCARE & PET SERVICES

EVENTS

Aroma Clean 19 CitrusClean 37 J&D Window Cleaning 24 Sureclean 56 Bedford Clocks

Emperor Blinds

12

CLEANING

CLOCK SALES & REPAIRS

Nu-Look Conservatory Roof Solutions

43

Swing’s The Thing Neville Funeral Service

FURNITURE RESTORATION HC Restorations

9 60

60 2 19 17 25 43 23 21 31 35 60

GARAGE DOORS

Almond Garage Doors 60 Garolla 9

GARDEN SEVICES/SUPPLIES

Beaver Sheds 53 61 Bryan Johnson LWS 53 M J Nicholson 61 Mr Fix Property Maintenance 56 Sureclean 56 TPI 56 Whites Lawnmower Repairs 61

GRAPHIC DESIGN

Doug Dawson Creative

GUTTERING SERVICES MK Guttering

HAIRDRESSER

Deborah Mobile Hairdresser

KITCHENS

Dream Doors F and D Kitchens

LAWNMOWER REPAIRS Whites Lawnmower Repairs

36 56 61 11 51 61

LEISURE & ENTERTAINMENT

ROOFING

Bridge Roofing Bucks Roofing Nu-Look Conservatory Roof Solutions

ROOFING MERCHANTS

OneShop 44

SHEDS

Beaver Sheds

SKIP HIRE

Paul Riches Skips

STOVES

Cromwell Stoves

Cineworld 40 Milton Keynes Theatre 34

TAXI/AIRPORT TRANSFER

LOCKSMITH

TILING

A Rocket

LOFT LADDERS

Home counties Loft Ladders

MOTORBIKE/CAR MECHANIC Too Wheels or More

PAINTING & DECORATING

Bromham Painting & Decorating Craig Johnson David Lower Decorating

PET GROOMING & PHOTOGRAPHY Paw Traits

PLASTERER

CM Plastering CP Ceilings Craig Johnson

PLUMBING & HEATING

Aquasure Plumbing Bliss Plumbing & Heating C M Plumbing & Heating T R Donnelly

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

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23 45 9

Ace Cars

Dave Moore Tiling

TREE SURGEONS

53 45 24 41 45

13

Bartlett Tree Experts Eden Tree Specialists

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UPHOLSTERY M&S Upholstery

60

17 36 60

USED CAR BUYERS Paul Jones Used Car Buyers

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VEHICLE HIRE Rent Xpress

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41 22 36

VETS Acorn House

46

WILL WRITING The Will Writing Company

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22 12 7 61

WINDOWS, DOORS & CONSERVATORIES Bromham Windows 22 Cloudy2Clear 64 17 Kempston Windows

61

CP Ceilings 22 HomeFix 7 Mr Fix Property Maintenance 56

55 57

WINDOW CLEANING J&D Window Cleaning

24

YOGA CLASSES Yoga in Bedford

34 59

CLASSIFIEDS

CLOCK SALES & REPAIRS

Clock Repairs • Clock Sales Call Michael:

01234 217104 Associate member of the British Horological institute for 25 years

www.bedfordclocks.co.uk OLD CLOCKS WANTED FOR PARTS

DECORATING SERVICES DAVID LOWER DECORATING SERVICES Interior & Exterior Decorating Local – Bedford based Over 40 years experience Competitive Rates Discounts for Senior Citizens

Call 01234 307411 or 07973 470650

FURNISHINGS

M&S

Upholstery

Complete Re-upholstery Service

Quality Service Call now at: 01234 302883 Or: 07954161786

● Traditional and modern ● 3 pc suites, wing chairs, arm-chairs, recliners, dining room chairs and stools ● Frame repairs, re-springing, and replacement cushion fillings ● Domestic and contracted work undertaken ● Free estimates and friendly advice

FURNITURE RESTORATION ANTIQUE & MODERN FURNITURE REPAIR AND RESTORATION IN BEDFORDSHIRE

RESTORERS OF ANTIQUE & MODERN FURNITURE. FRENCH POLISHING. French Polishing&•MODERN Kitchen FURNITURE. Worktop Sand & Re-oil RESTORERS OF ANTIQUE FRENCH POLISHING. HAYDN CLARKE Desk Leathers Supplied & Fitted • On-Site French Polishing HAYDN CLARKE Work Insurance, Fire & Flood work TEL:Undertaken 01923 252738 MOBILE: 07958 710979 59 TEL: ELSTOW KEMPSTON, BEDS. MK428HH Collection & Delivery 01923ROAD, 252738 MOBILE: 07958 710979

E-MAIL: HCRESTORATIONS@SKY.COM WWW.HCRESTORATIONS.CO.UK 59Haydn ELSTOW ROAD, KEMPSTON, BEDS. MK428HH Call on 01234 851 624 or 07958 710 979 E-MAIL: HCRESTORATIONS@SKY.COM WWW.HCRESTORATIONS.CO.UK hcrestorations@sky.com • www.hcrestorations.co.uk

DOGGY DAYCARE The K9 Klub Doggy Daycare Unit 3, Harrowden Lane Cardington. MK42 0TD T. 07802 534216 / 07801704044 E. thek9klub@hotmail.co.uk www.thek9klub.co.uk

FOOTCARE

Mr. ROB FOOT CLINIC ROBERT TARNOVEANU MCFHP MAFHP

GARAGE DOORS ALMOND GARAGE DOORS LTD

Registered member of the British Association of Foot Health Professionals

 Bedford & Milton Keynes  New Sales & Installations  Existing Doors Automated  Spare Parts

• Fungal Nails • Ingrown Toenail • Corns & Calluses • Nail Trimming MOBILE FOOT HEALTH PRACTITIONER

BEDFORD AREA

THE STABLES THERAPY CENTRE 108 MILTON RD, CLAPHAM. MK416AS

07389 185073

robfootclinic.co.uk

60 Please mention bedslife when responding to adverts

01234 828953

info@almondgd.co.uk

Unit 1a, College Farm, Oakley, MK43 7RX

GARDENING SERVICES

HEATING SERVICES

BOOK YOUR WINTER SERVICE NOW!

CLASSIFIEDS

T.R.Donnelly

HEATING SERVICES

Commercial & Domestic Mowers, all leading brands.

01234 826066 info@whites-online.co.uk WHITE’S Lawnmowers & Garden Machinery College Farm, Oakley, MK43 7RX

557766

Local Engineer Specialising in all heating appliances Breakdowns & Installations Fixed Boiler Services £65 Landlord Gas Certs Power Flushing All Plumbing Repairs Carried Out

01234 307 667 | 07967 643 405

PET GROOMING & PHOTOGRAPHY

USED CAR BUYER

DEAD OR ALIVE

CARS, VANS, 4X4’S WANTED FOR CASH UP TO £5000 PAID DVLA DESTRUCTION CERTIFICATE SUPPLIED COUNCIL LICENSE HOLDER OPEN 7 DAYS BEST PRICES PAID FOR GOOD QUALITY CARS

CALL PAUL 01582 619173 07966 873153 WE WON’T LET YOU DOWN “LOOKING FOR EVERYTHING & ANYTHING”

VEHICLE HIRE

HAIRDRESSER

DEBORAH

MOBILE HAIRDRESSER BEDFORD Perms, Cuts, Colours - highlights etc Special Occasions and Wedding Hair

01234 210337 07976 394798

Deborah mobile hairdresser yell (Bedford)

• Self Drive Hire • Contract Rental • Financial Lease • Large Fleet of Standard • Refrigerated • Specialised Vehicles

rentxpressltd.co.uk 01234 339008

To advertise with us please get in touch – christa@bedslifemagazine.co.uk

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HIGHPOINT CONSTRUCTION

07971 424586

01234 950715

07982 958775

• General Building

• Refurbs

• Kitchen + Bathrooms

• Extensions

• Property Maintenance

• Loft Conversions

• Alterations

• Garage Conversions

• Plastering

A L L B U I L D I N G W O R K U N D E R TA K E N

www.highpointconstruction.co.uk

FEBRUARY PRIZE CROSSWORD

ANSWERS

The Will Writing Company Mayfair House 11 Lurke Street Bedford MK40 3HZ Tel: 01234 964911

Free Will & Testament The Will Writing Company is celebrating its 22nd Year in business and is offering a free Will & Testament (joint or single) to all readers. If you have been meaning to make a Will, now is your chance to take advantage of this exclusive offer and give you and your loved ones peace of mind. By making a Will, you decide who takes care of your children and who inherits your estate. Storage facility optional.

To take advantage of this offer and book an appointment or for further information please call n the above number between the hours of 9:00am-5:30pm Monday to Friday.

OFFER ENDS 31st March 2020

FREE WILL VOUCHER

This voucher entitles you to a FREE Mirror Will (normal cost ÂŁ125) or a FREE Single Will (normal cost ÂŁ85)

Valid until 31st March 2020 The Will Writing Company

Mayfair House, 11 Lurke Street, Bedford, Beds, MK40 3HZ

Tel 01234 964911

Email:enquiries@thewillwritingco.co.uk

Terms and Conditions.

The voucher must be produced at your appointment.

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