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The Kingfisher is a riverside pub and restaurant beside the River Great Ouse, offering food, drinks and a beautiful waterside setting. You can also hire Badger, its electric boat, for a relaxing trip along the river.

The Kings Arms is a stylish country pub and restaurant in the heart of Cardington, combining a relaxed village atmosphere with modern dining. With seasonal menus, freshly prepared dishes, real ales and a welcoming beer garden, it’s a great choice for lunch, dinner or a leisurely Sunday roast.

A welcoming village pub in the heart of Wootton, The Legstraps combines a relaxed country-pub atmosphere with British food, drinks and Sunday roasts. With a cosy bar, outdoor seating, free parking and a dog-friendly approach, it’s a popular choice for locals, families and casual dining. The pub has relaunched its kitchen in 2026 with a new team and management, bringing fresh menus and a renewed focus on food and hospitality.

The Mala Dragon is a distinctive Sichuan restaurant and wine bar on Pembroke Street in central Bedford. It specialises in authentic Sichuan-inspired small plates designed for sharing, with bold chilli and Sichuan pepper flavours, alongside a carefully selected wine list.

The Pheasant is a welcoming Bedford pub serving traditional British food, hearty pub classics and Sunday roasts. With a well-stocked bar, beer garden, family-friendly atmosphere and live sport, there’s plenty to enjoy whatever the occasion. It’s a versatile local favourite for breakfast, lunch, dinner, drinks or a relaxed afternoon with friends and family.

The Standard is a lively Bedford town-centre bar offering a relaxed atmosphere, drinks and regular entertainment. With live music and karaoke, it’s a popular choice for a fun and sociable night out with friends.

Velora is a Mediterranean bar and grill at Bedford’s Riverside development, offering a more contemporary, upmarket dining experience right beside the River Great Ouse. The menu covers Mediterranean small plates, seafood, steaks, grills, pasta, burgers and sharing feasts, alongside cocktails and wine.