Issue 17 - Summer 2008

Welcome to discoverbedfordshire.co.uk the home of the official leisure, entertainment and tourist guide for the county of Bedfordshire. Whether you live in the county, or visit on business or pleasure, you will find Discover Bedfordshire an insightful and entertaining read.

Each issue covers places to visit, sights to see and activities to enjoy for the entire family. Discover Bedfordshire is a quarterly publication launched in March, June, September and December available throughout the county in selected outlets and newsagents.

This stylish, bright and glossy magazine encompasses a wide range of sites, activities, places of interest and attractions that allows the reader to truly – Discover Bedfordshire. Covering everything from great places to eat, through to homes and gardens, the magazine puts you in the heart of this effervescent, energetic and beautiful county.


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Make A Splash This Summer
Dive in to see what watery delights Bedfordshire has to offer to cool you down through the hot summer months.

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Discover Bedfordshire... By Bike
Whisper it quietly, but there is something of a pedal power revolution going on across Bedfordshire.

With health and the environment sitting high on the list of peoples’ priorities these days, cycling is re-emerging as a genuine option for both work and leisure, and with the summer months having finally arrived, there is no better time to rediscover the thrill of the open road, or the country trail – whatever your preference might be.

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Bedford River Festival’s 30th Anniversary
A look at the event’s history and what’s in store for fun-seekers at the festival this year

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Looking Closer: High Town Methodist Church
The majority of Luton’s High Town Methodist Chapel has recently undergone a spectacular £1million rebuild and is once again breathing life into the town’s lively and culturally diverse communities.

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Also In This Issue:
Bedfordshire Bulletin
The latest tourism, business and leisure news affecting the county

Soak Up The Sun
With so many reasons to get out and about in the county this summer, you won’t need to go anywhere else in search of the sun

On The Fast Track To Music Success
Not long ago Chris Atkins was a student at Bedford College, now he’s mixing tracks in Dubai for the likes of Kylie Minogue

Contemporary Bedfordshire Recipes
More ‘Tastes of Bedfordshire’ to delight your senses with a delicious local recipe from the Waterfront Brasserie at Wyboston Lakes

Economic Growth Bulletin
The latest news of regeneration projects in Luton and Bedfordshire from Bedfordshire County Council

Discover... Stevington
Trevor Stewart takes you on a trip down memory lane in the Bedfordshire village of Stevington

Sons & Daughters of Bedfordshire
Bob Bluffield tells the story of Mary Du Caurroy Russell – ‘The Flying Duchess’

The Bedfordshire Connoisseur
Try a taste of Italy with Gordon Blue on his latest trip into the culinary landscape of Bedfordshire

A County For Cricketers
The height of summer means the sound of leather on willow is never far away. James Evans takes a look at the county club scene and the Bedfordshire League Representatives side

Bedfordshire Book Review
It’s back to the future with a book inspired by a thesis written in 1957 – ‘Bedford 50 Years Ago’

Arts & Culture News
News from around Bedfordshire’s galleries and museums, including the opening of Luton’s new Stockwood Discovery Centre

Virginia Cinque
Local artist Virginia believes what makes her work so unique is that long after the initial impact, the viewer continues to discover more

Discover Essentials
Ten pages of listings and information covering everything that you need to know about Bedfordshire, including attractions, accommodation, restaurants and theatre performances; plus the most comprehensive three-month events listing for the county