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Ben and Bella Trails Launch this August Bank Holiday Weekend in Bedford

This August Bank Holiday, Bedford’s parks and library will be bursting with stories, laughter, and adventure as four playful Ben & Bella Reading Trails open to the public – celebrating the much-loved children’s books by Bedford’s own Julia Jarman, brought to life with the vibrant illustrations of Adrian Reynolds. Part of Bedford Borough Council’s Year…

From Riverside to Radio: BCA Talks All Things River/Flow/Connect

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On Tuesday 29 July 2025, our Programme Producer Ami Aubrey was invited to BBC 3 Counties radio to speak about or River/ Flow/ Connect project – a creative community initiative exploring how public art and natural spaces can come together to reflect local voices and stories. Listen to the recordings here During her interviews, Ami…

Sculpture Olympics: Celebrating Community, Creativity and Connection

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On Saturday 26th July 2025, Kempston Riverside Path came alive with colour, creativity and community spirit as families gathered for the Sculpture Olympics Family Fun Day. Set beside the River Great Ouse, the event welcomed people of all ages to take part in a series of creative challenges inspired by sculpture, teamwork and imaginative play.…

POP Art Window Exhibitions Bring a Creative Spark to Bedford’s Church Arcade

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Church Arcade in Bedford (MK40 1LQ) is bursting with colour and creativity thanks to a brand new series of POP Art window exhibitions now on display. These eye-catching showcases transform empty shopfronts into vibrant art galleries, adding energy and inspiration to the town’s high street. At Unit 16, local artist Karen Reep presents a striking…

Bedford Underpass Gets a Bright New Look From Artists and Young People

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A once-neglected underpass in the heart of Bedford town centre has been transformed into a vibrant mural celebrating creativity, resilience and community. The mural, unveiled on Sunday 13 April 2025, now brightens the pedestrian route between The Embankment and Aspects Leisure Park — a space that for years had been prone to flooding, vandalism, and poor lighting. The…

The Book of Bedford Launches as Children Celebrate Their Stories at Bedford Library

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Bedford Creative Arts is excited to launch The Book of Bedford, a unique guidebook that invites us to see our town through the eyes of its youngest residents. Created by children from Priory Primary School, Brickhill Primary School, Kings Oak Primary School, and Putnoe Primary School, this project offers a fresh and playful take on what…

BCA Bids Farewell to Celebrated ‘Community Portrait’ Showcase

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Exploring AI Whilst delving into more traditional photography, Community Portrait also looked to the future. J.E.S.S. (Just Exploring Systemic Stereotypes) became a main feature throughout the project, an interactive AI installation by artists Arnab Chakravarty and Fergus Laidlaw. Shown at both The Higgins and the BEYOND 2024 conference, J.E.S.S. invited audiences to explore how AI interprets community images.…

Head of Market Expansion at ARA Speaks On AR Collaborations with BCA

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Chris Burke, Head of Market Expansion at Aircraft Research Association (ARA), demonstrated AR technologies, as well as sharing his own personal experiences of using AR for marketing purposes, in his presentation for the Silverstone Technology Cluster. We collaborated much with Chris, at ARA, for our Digital Art Murals and Ghost Signs projects. More recently, ARA…