Pubs in Bedford
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Anchor
397 Goldington Road, Bedford MK41 0DS
A Hungry Horse pub aiming for the family market, although it opens late Friday and Saturday. Large eating area and separate drinks area. There is a conservatory, garden, patio and large screen TV, with occasional live music. 10% discount to CAMRA members.
Anchor
300 Cardington Road, Bedford MK42 0DA
Large, two-bar community pub at Fenlake, close to the River Great Ouse at the south-eastern edge of the town. There is occasional live music.
Balloon
52 Foster Hill Road, Bedford MK40 2ET
Two-bar street corner local in a popular residential area close to the town centre. Live music or disco Saturday eves and occasionally afternoons too. Base for several games and sports teams.
Brewhouse & Kitchen Bedford
115 High Street, Bedford MK40 1NU
A former bank then Wetherspoon pub re-launched by the Brewhouse & Kitchen Group in 2016. The microbrewery is located within the main bar area alongside different seating areas separated by half-height dividers that are features in themselves. Orders can be placed at the table or at the bar, the menu includes an extensive list of drinks as well as food. Seasonal and special ales are available but only in KeyKeg.
Bar Citrus
29 Harpur Street, Bedford MK40 1LA
Modern café-style bar in the shopping area, built in the shell of the former Stanley Arms. Live music every other Friday evening. Now opens for drinks on Sunday.
Barley Mow
72 St Loyes Street, Bedford MK40 1EZ
Claimed to be the oldest LGBT pub in the country this three room street-corner pub on the edge of the town centre has recently (November 2019) come under new management. After a difficult period for the pub they are working to reestablish its reputation and develop is distinctive offering where all are welsome. Initially the music comes from a DJ on Friday and Saturday with a Drag Queen compering the karaoke on Wednesdays.
Barns Hotel
Cardington Road, Bedford MK44 3SA
Hotel and restaurant by the River Great Ouse, popular for corporate events and weddings. The Riverside Tavern bar is open to casual visitors but there is no real ale.
Bear
92 High Street, Bedford MK40 1NN
Traditional High Street pub dating back to the 19th Century. Today the pub caters for all with a transition to the alternative scene in the evenings. Features a gothic ambience and regular live music. One of the few pubs in Bedford to still have a pool table and lounging facilities, enabling people to enjoy the traditional British pub culture. Local CAMRA Young Members Pub of the Year 2018.
Bedford Athletic Rugby Football Club
Wentworth Drive, Bedford MK41 8QA
Semi-professional rugby club on the north-eastern outskirts of Bedford. The bar is open to the public when events are taking place. Real ale normally avaiable, often Theakston's or Sharp's Doom Bar. The main bar, lounge bar and function room will accommodate over 200 people and can be hired for private events.
Bedford Blues Rugby Football Club
Goldington Road, Bedford MK40 3NF
Four separate bars are open on match-days. Function rooms accommodating up to 300 guests are available to hire.
Bluebell
115 Putnoe Lane, Bedford MK41 9AH
Busy suburban community pub featuring a raised seating area and conservatory. Underwent extensive refurbishment in early 2017. London Pride formerly a guest but now permanently available. TV sports are very popular.
Bull
259 London Road, Bedford MK42 0PX
Large, single-bar pub divided into separate drinking, eating and games areas. Live Premiership football is shown, while there is a quiz night on Sunday evening. The new food menu includes roasts on Sunday. The pub is popular with families at weekends.