Categories Of Services

Leisure and Culture

The provision of leisure and cultural services within the Borough is central to the Council’s objectives and values:

“To promote and encourage a rich variety of arts, leisure and cultural activities for all to derive pleasure, relaxation and fulfilment. (Community Plan 2004-2010).

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Bedford offers an excellent range of Sports, Arts and Heritage facilities and services provided by Bedford Borough Council, numerous voluntary organisations and the private sector. Council facilities include three swimming pools that offer facilities for competition and learning, with plenty of fun at the Oasis Beach Pool. Bedford International Athletic Stadium hosts national and international events with excellent training facilities for local and national athletes. Mowsbury Golf Course offers 18 holes and a driving range, with Bunyan Sports Centre providing an extensive range of indoor facilities as well as the County Netball Centre.

Bedford Corn Exchange hosts a comprehensive range of entertainment for all the family including the world class Philharmonia Orchestra residency. The Civic Theatre provides a home to community theatre groups.

Cecil Higgins Art Gallery has a truly international collection including works by Turner, Moore, Picasso, Warhol and much more. Exhibitions from the Collection as well as touring works from National Museums are regular attractions.

Bedford Museum tells the story of the town and surrounding borough with extensive collections and displays. Exhibitions feature permanent displays and temporary community projects. Also located on the same ‘Castle Lane’ site is the John Bunyan Museum.

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