| | Welcome to the new Bedford Radio Newsletter!
It has been a while since Bedford Radio last produced a monthly newsletter for our listeners, so we are delighted to re-launch it. Each month we will bring you news about what’s happening at the station, details about live events and our latest schedule.
If you have a suggestion about what you would like to see in our next edition, we would love to hear from you - please email [email protected]. |
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Bedford Radio is proud to be a sponsor of the Bedford Independent Everyday Heroes Awards in the category Pride in Bedford Borough. The Awards ceremony will be held on Thursday 7th May at the Quarry Theatre, 26 St Peter's Street, Bedford.
The Awards celebrate the achievements of ordinary people in Bedford who make the town a great place to live in. They look at successes, initiatives, events and campaigns that instil a sense of pride in Bedford Borough. |
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Meet Local Author at the Studio |
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Bedford children's author, Jenny Ives, will be visiting Jude's Coffee Shop in the Wellbeing Media Hub - which is also the home of the Bedford Radio studios! - on Saturday 23rd May at 12.30pm, for an interactive story time reading of her new book, Otis and the Search for a Monster.
The event is suitable for children aged 4-7 years old and is free to attend. No need to book - just come to Jude's Coffee Shop at 20-22 St Mary's Street, Bedford (just over the bridge from the Swan Hotel).
Jenny will also be giving an interview on the Saturday Social on that day - tune in at 12 noon! |
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Bedford Radio hosted the main stage at the Bedford Borough Council St George's Day celebrations in Harpur Square on Saturday 25th April. One of our presenters, Jordan Knight, who hosts The Country Show on Tuesdays, also performed at the event with Red Cuthbert Morris (photo: Tu Plus Tu Photography).
Thank you to everyone who came along and joined in the fun. You can view photos of the event on our Facebook and Instagram accounts. |
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Bedford Independent Film Festival |
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Bedford Radio was live at the Bedford Independent Film Festival at the Quarry Theatre on 10th to 12th April.
Our Station Manager, Rebecca Steers, compered on the opening night and hosted the Film Awards Ceremony on the final night.
Throughout the weekend, we interviewed film producers and actors, including many award winners, as well as film extras and the festival organisers. Click the button below to listen again. |
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Bedford Radio held its Annual Business Expo on 18th March at King's House, Bedford. Over 40 companies exhibited at the Expo and lots visitors attended throughout the day.
We also conducted live interviews with many of the exhibitors, who talked about how the Expo helps their businesses and why they return each year.
You can hear our programme from the day by clicking below.
Thank you to everyone who supported the event. |
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Want to be a Radio Presenter? |
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If you enjoy listening to Bedford Radio, why not join us? No prior experience is required as full training is provided.
New presenters simply need to complete our three training sessions which cover: How to be a radio presenter Our on-air style and ethos Compliance and best practice Studio training
As well as presenters, we welcome new volunteers behind the scenes to help with the running of the station. If you would like to join the team, click below. |
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Are you part of a community group, charity or not-for-profit? If so, you may be eligible to have a free on-air message about your work or services on the Bedford Radio Community Noticeboard, sponsored by the Harpur Trust.
Every hour, Bedford Radio plays at least one Community Noticeboard message. It is completely free to have a message on the Noticeboard. Just send details of your message or submit a recorded message (maximum 30 seconds) by clicking below. |
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Bedford Radio is a not-for-profit, volunteer-run community radio station. We have ongoing costs, which we cover through advertising, grant funding and listener donations.
If you are a listener and would like to support us, please click 'Donate Now' to make a one-off or a regular donation.
Small regular donations from listeners can make a big difference in helping us to cover the cost of providing local radio for Bedford. |
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