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BATG Guided Walks The Silent Faces of Bedford Bedford has many impressive statues and memorials. They cannot speak for themselves, but our guide can tell you their story and why they take their place in Bedford's history. Dates: Wed 02 Booking and More Information

BATG Guided Walks Bedford In World War 2 A walk that reveals the way of life in Bedford and some of the little known facts about the role it played during World War 2. Learn how Bedford became the main hub of the BBC during the war and how it became the centre of wartime entertainment. Discover a 'secret' Bedford and the connections of the town to the code breakers at Bletchley Park. Dates: Sun 06 Booking and More Information

BATG Guided Walks I Never Knew That Bedford has a story waiting to be told. Discover some surprising facts and stories about Bedford that will hopefully leave you saying "Well I never knew that!" Dates: Sun 13 Booking and More Information

BATG Guided Walks The Rise and Fall of Bedford Castle The Norman conquest of Britain witnessed the introduction of castles to the landscape, and, in Bedford, a major castle was built in the 12th century. Walk through the old castle grounds, see the castle and it's demise in the siege of 1224. This year witnesses the 800th anniversary of the Great Siege of Bedford Castle in 1224. Dates: Sun 20 Booking and More Information

BATG Guided Walks The Life and Times of John Bunyan Discover the history of Bedford's most famous son, who was imprisoned for his non conformist preaching. Visit the site of the cottage in which Bunyan and his family lived, the churches in which he worshipped and the site of the gaol in which he spent 12 long years where he began to write one of the best selling books in history, The Pilgrim's Progress. Dates: Sun 27 Booking and More Information

BATG Guided Walks The Jewel in Bedford's Crown The Jewel in Bedford's crown is undoubtedly the River Ouse and it's Embankment. This entertaining and informative circular walk takes you along the banks of the river, which has been described as one of the finest riverside settings in England. Learn the story of the Victorian Embankment development and enjoy a walk in the ornamental gardens. Dates: Wed 30 Booking and More Information