Erica Roffe

Bedford

Co-Managing Editor at Bedford Independent

Editor:Bedford Clanger / Bedford Independent Founder:BedPop / Co-founder:Explore Bedford / freelance writer / events producer / professional twin mum

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Parade and festivities planned this month for Armed Forces Day

6 days ago | bedfordindependent.co.uk | Erica Roffe

Bikers will lead a parade down Bedford High Street on Sunday, 29 June, to begin the annual celebrations of Armed Forces Day in the town centre. 150 people will be taking part in the parade, which will begin at De Parys Avenue at 10am and culminate at Harpur Square for the special celebrations to honour serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military charities.
Midland Road to fully reopen to traffic on 11 June

6 days ago | bedfordindependent.co.uk | Erica Roffe

Motorists and pedestrians rejoice – Midland Road will fully reopen to traffic on Sunday, 11 June, six months after it was partially closed as part of the Town Deal regeneration project. With newly widened pavements, a reduction in the width of the road and the addition of new lighting and street furniture, it’s the first part of the council’s vision for the future of Midland Road.
Bedford charity offers free training to help parents support teenagers' mental health

6 days ago | bedfordindependent.co.uk | Erica Roffe

A charity in Bedford is offering parents free online training to help them feel more confident in supporting their teenager’s mental health and wellbeing. The training, offered by Bedford Giving, is also open to volunteers, coaches or anyone who works in providing youth activities.
"This is Bedford's time to shine" says mayor at official opening of What's On Hub

1 week ago | bedfordindependent.co.uk | Erica Roffe

Bedford’s elected mayor said that the launch of the Borough’s new What’s On Hub was a proud day for the town and had been “in the planning for a long time”. The new hub was officially opened yesterday (Wednesday), in a section of the former Debenhams building overlooking Silver Street. It is part of the council’s strategy to prepare the Borough for the arrival of Universal Studios in 2031.
What's on Bedford: 28 May

1 week ago | bedfordindependent.co.uk | Erica Roffe |Bedford Clanger

Welcome to our weekly what’s on guide for Bedford and the surrounding area from the Bedford Clanger. Never miss a thing in Bedford ever again. From theatre to film, live music to art exhibitions, The Bedford Clanger what’s on guide lands every Wednesday and is the only guide you need to find out what’s on and what’s happening across the Borough for the next 11 days. The Bedford Clanger’s What’s On Guide is kindly sponsored by The Cellar Bar Bedford.
Bedford's Great Big Green Week is back

1 week ago | bedfordindependent.co.uk | Erica Roffe

The Great Big Green Week is back in Bedford this June, with free events taking place from 7 – 14 June at Bedford Central Library, the Higgins Bedford, the Panacea Museum, the John Bunyan Museum and in Bedford Park.
Great Bedfordian: Matthew Wolton

1 week ago | bedfordindependent.co.uk | Erica Roffe |Bedford Clanger

This month’s Great Bedfordian is the co-owner of Herd, Matthew Wolton. Celebrating its tenth anniversary this year, Herd on St Cuthbert’s Street has been the go-to burger joint in Bedford since it opened. Matt worked for Pizza Express until his mid-20s, followed by a few years as a DJ. “I started a removals company that is still going under Hader’s stewardship and then came Herd, celebrating its tenth anniversary this year.
What's on Bedford: 21 May

2 weeks ago | bedfordindependent.co.uk | Erica Roffe |Bedford Clanger

Welcome to our weekly what’s on guide for Bedford and the surrounding area from the Bedford Clanger. Never miss a thing in Bedford ever again. From theatre to film, live music to art exhibitions, The Bedford Clanger what’s on guide lands every Wednesday and is the only guide you need to find out what’s on and what’s happening across the Borough for the next 11 days. The Bedford Clanger’s What’s On Guide is kindly sponsored by The Cellar Bar Bedford.
Audiences in for a treat as Supernova Spectaculars blend film scores with 'mind-bending' 3D lightshow

2 weeks ago | bedfordindependent.co.uk | Erica Roffe |Bedford Clanger

A groundbreaking live music performance that blends film scores, holographic wizardry, and virtuoso musicianship is coming to Bedford Corn Exchange this summer, thanks to three local musicians. Hanja Bantock, Dom Childs and Bjorn Bantock, founders of Supernova Spectaculars, say that their new live show promises to redefine live film music performance and we can’t wait to see it on 30 August.
Council's new deputy speaker is born and bred Bedfordian

2 weeks ago | bedfordindependent.co.uk | Erica Roffe

The newly announced deputy speaker of Bedford Borough Council first visited the then County Hall when he was expelled from school, but following a career as a barrister is returning in more auspicious circumstances. Cllr Tim Caswell (LibDem, Goldington ward) was unanimously elected as Deputy Speaker of Bedford Borough Council last week. Born and bred in Bedford, Cllr Caswell’s first job was on Bedford market and as a barman in a bingo hall.