Bedford River Festival 2026
About this event
Free community riverside festival along the Great Ouse in Bedford town centre. Previous editions have attracted up to 300,000 visitors over the weekend. Traders, caterers and charities all welcome. Applications open until 5 June 2026 or until pitches are filled.
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Trader requirements
- PLI min £10m; risk assessment; food hygiene certificate; one supply vehicle max per pitch; all other vehicles parked off-site after unloading; review trade pack PDF before applying
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