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Ampthill Great Park is a historic 160-acre park overlooking the town of Ampthill, with links to Henry VIII, Katherine of Aragon and Capability Brown. Enjoy beautiful countryside views, woodland and wildlife, explore the remains of Ampthill Castle, and finish your visit with refreshments at the park café.

Bedford Autodrome is a renowned motorsport venue near Bedford, offering a range of driving experiences, track days, testing and motorsport events across its purpose-built circuits. With its fast, challenging layout and excellent facilities, it is a popular destination for driving enthusiasts, professional teams and anyone looking to experience performance cars on track.

Bedford Park is Bedford's largest urban park, offering open green spaces, formal gardens, sports facilities and children's play areas. Popular for walking, running and community events, the Victorian park also features a café, ornamental ponds and seasonal floral displays.

Canoe Trail is a family-run outdoor adventure business in Kempston, offering canoe, kayak and SUP hire, guided trips, courses and camping on the River Great Ouse. With climbing, high ropes, bushcraft and group activities also available, it’s a great choice for families, schools, corporate groups and outdoor adventurers.

Cycle King Bedford is a town-centre cycle shop offering bikes, e-bikes, children's bikes, accessories, parts and cycling equipment. Its workshop also provides servicing and repairs, making it a convenient option for keeping your bike in good condition. With options for commuters, families, leisure cyclists and enthusiasts, it’s a useful destination for anyone looking to buy, maintain or upgrade a bike in Bedford.

Dive With Jimmy offers scuba diving experiences and training for divers of different abilities, providing opportunities to explore the underwater world with experienced guidance. Whether you’re new to diving or looking to develop your skills, it’s a great option for discovering local and overseas dive sites in a friendly, relaxed environment.

Fitness First Bedford is a well-equipped gym at Aspects Leisure Park, offering a wide range of fitness facilities, classes and training options. With a swimming pool, sauna, steam room and dedicated training areas, it provides plenty of choice for different fitness goals for adults. Personal training and HYROX facilities are also available for those looking for more structured or challenging workouts.

Foundry Bedford is a dedicated functional fitness gym built around expert coaching, structured training and a strong community atmosphere. The facility combines strength and Olympic lifting equipment, gymnastics and functional training space, rowing machines, SkiErgs, assault bikes and open-floor training areas, with coached sessions designed to develop strength, fitness, mobility and conditioning.

Gainz Fitness & Strength Bedford is a large, independently owned gym with a strong focus on strength training, bodybuilding and performance, while maintaining a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere for all abilities. The 12,500 sq ft facility features an extensive collection of premium equipment from brands including Hammer Strength, Life Fitness, Gym80 and Prime USA, alongside dedicated lower-body, functional training, cycling, yoga and posing areas. Members also benefit from 24-hour access, personal training and specialist recovery facilities including hot and cold therapy.

GO Outdoors Bedford is a large outdoor and adventure store offering clothing, footwear and equipment for camping, walking, cycling, fishing, running and more. With a broad product range, dedicated cycling facilities and knowledgeable staff, it is a useful one-stop shop for outdoor enthusiasts and families.

JA Fitness Studio is a specialist boxing and fitness gym in Bedford, offering boxing training and Boxercise alongside strength and conditioning. With sessions for adults, children and women, plus opportunities to develop boxing skills, fitness and technique in a supportive environment, it is a strong choice for anyone looking to combine combat-sport training with a full-body workout.

Mowsbury Park is a pleasant and spacious local park in Bedford, with plenty of open grassland, walking routes, play areas and sports facilities. It’s a quieter, greener spot that’s great for families, walking the dog, getting some fresh air or enjoying a relaxed afternoon outdoors.