CLUBS & GROUPS

Baby & Toddler Mid Beds NCT Bumps & Babies Drop-In

  • Description: £2 donation. A friendly group for bumps, babies and preschoolers.if you need to get out of the house for a chat come and join us for a cuppa and biscuit.We have playmats and toys out for the little ones. Follow Mid Beds NCT facebook page for an updates on special events, monthly sling library & breast feeding support.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: Wednesdays
  • Time: 1-2.30pm
  • Address: Flitwick village Hall

ELSTOW KNITTERS

  • Description: Knitting specific items for Bedford Hospital. We also welcome crocheters who can produce the same items.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: WEDNESDAYS
  • Time: 10am-12noon
  • Address: Cottage Cafe High St Elstow

Silver lining Club for the Silver Haired

  • Description: Various activities or just sit and chat with a cup of tea or coffee.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: First & third Tuesday of the month
  • Time: 2pm - 4pm
  • Address: Park Road Methodist Church, Roff Avenue, opposite the high flats. Number 10 bus stops outside.

DEMENTIA ALL SORTS GROUP

  • Description: Social group for people living with dementia and their carers. Reminiscence activities, games, speakers, singing and general discussion.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: THIRD WEDNESDAY EVERY MONTH
  • Time: 10.30AM-12P
  • Address: Carers in Bedfordshire Office, Emerald Court, Pilgrim Centre, Brickhill Drive, Bedford MK41 7PZ
  • Telephone: 0300 111 9090

WIXAMS COMMUNITY CAFÉ

  • Description: Unlimited tea, coffee, squash, biscuits and cakes £2 each (kids under 5 go free).
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: TUESDAYS
  • Time: 10.30AM-12PM
  • Address: Swan Room, Lakeview Village Hall, Brooklands Avenue, Wixams MK42 6AE

Mothers' Union

  • Description: Our group supports various aspects of church life including making Christingles & Mothering Sunday posies, sending out Baptism anniversary cards, leading the Sunday Celebration service once a year & taking an active part in the midweekCommunion service on the first Wednesday of each month. Membership is open to all-single, married, parents.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: 3rd Thursday of the month
  • Time: 30/12/1899 15:00:00
  • Address: Flitwick Church, Church Rd, Flitwick, Bedford MK45 1AE

MARLINS CLUB SUNDAYS 6.30PM-8PM

  • Description: A swimming club for people with learning disabilities and their families to have fun and enjoy the water.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: Sundays
  • Time: 6.30PM-8PM
  • Address: Oasis Pool in Cardington Road, Bedford
  • Telephone: 07954 784795/07973 859940

FRIENDLY NETTLE CAFÉ

  • Description: CRAFT & CHATTER Wednesdays 7.30pm PICKLE & PEA PLAY 0-18 MONTHS Wednesday 24 April 1pm PUDDING CLUB
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: 26/04/2024 01:00:00
  • Time: 6.30pm
  • Address: Friendly Nettle Club, 15b Beauvais Square, Shortstown, MK42 0GE
  • Website: http://www.friendlynettle.co.uk

Kempston

  • Description: Dancing (mainly sequence) and Bingo. Open to all.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: Wednesdays & Fridays
  • Time: 12pm-4pm
  • Address: Meets Centenary Hall(behind Kempston Town Hall)
  • Telephone: 0123347306/01234350382

COFFEE MORNING

  • Description: Coffee morning at Marston Beans café – 10.00am on 1st Tuesday of the month. Ladies do join us if you would like some company and time to relax.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: 1ST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH
  • Time: 10.00AM
  • Address: Marston Beans café

THE NOMAD DADS SOCIETY

  • Description: A social and support group for dads and young children. We meet on a Saturday every 4 weeks, at a different cafe around Bedfordshire, for lunch and a chat. A chance to grab some food, meet some other dads, ask questions, feel comforted that you’re not crazy and we’re all going through the same thing.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: Saturday every 4 weeks
  • Website: http://Thenomaddads.wixsite.com/dads

CARERS TOGETHER 1ST AND 3RD MONDA

  • Description: Offering support for Carers and Activities for the person you care for. Meet with other Carers for tea, cake and a chat.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: 1ST AND 3RD MONDAYS
  • Time: 2.30pm
  • Address: Methodist Church, Park Lane. Sharnbrook
  • Telephone: 7791214148

FRIENDSHIP GROUP

  • Description: An opportunity for all those retired in the village to meet. There is no agenda, just a cuppa, chat together, occasionally a quiz and a very warm welcome to all.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: TUESDAYS
  • Time: 3.00PM
  • Address: The lounge, Manor Court, Banks Close, Marston Moretaine, MK43 0NX
  • Telephone: Sandra on 01234 766378

The Grief Garden Path-Bereavement Cafe

  • Description: A warm understanding welcome awaits you to share your journey of grief. It is good to talk sharing time in a safe place with others in the same situation. Bring a friend or come on your own, we look forward to meeting you and walking this path together.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: 2nd Friday
  • Time: 10am-12noon
  • Address: Frost Garden Centre Cafe Willington, Sandy Rd, Willington, Bedford, MK44 3QP
  • Telephone: 07967135870/07966526252

BLAKELANDS LODGE MENS CLUB

  • Description: Join our gentleman in our Sky Bar for a pint, bar snacks and company.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: Mondays
  • Time: 1.30pm-3pm

CINEMA CLUB

  • Description: Popcorn at the ready! Join us for a classic movie in our lavish cinema room.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: SATURDAYS
  • Time: 10.30AM - 12.00PM
  • Address: Gee View, Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire, MK43 2AH
  • Telephone: 01234 987310
  • Website: http://idealcarehomes.co.uk

WINTER WEDNESDAYS

  • Description: To help ease loneliness in our community this winter, we’re opening our home to those over 65. Enjoy a freshly homemade lunch, activities and make some new friends.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: WEDNESDAYS
  • Time: 10.00AM - 3.00PM

KEMPSTON KNITWITS

  • Description: Cafe 229 Bedford Rd Kempston and
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: MONDAYS
  • Time: 11.30AM -1.30PM
  • Address: Cafe 229 Bedford Rd Kempston

KNITTING GROUP

  • Description: Knit for the hospital creating blankets, hats, keepsakes and more.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Day of the week: FRIDAYS
  • Time: 30/12/1899 11:00:00
  • Address: Marston Beans, 2 Garricks Court, Marston Moretaine MK43 0XR

Men In Sheds

  • Description: Keep active and healthy and meet new people. Have fun sharing skills, learning new ones, and help with community-based projects.
  • Category: Friendship
  • Address: Annex at the Bedford Arts and Craft Centre, Ampthill Road (off Althorpe Street), Bedford MK42 9HE
  • Telephone: 7805775828