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Empower people to make a difference

Queen’s Park Community Organisation is a grassroots organisation and registered charity (1199226) targeting the most deprived areas in Bedford. We have four objectives, Welfare, Capacity Building, Recreation and Relief of Poverty. As a Bedford Charity, we empower local people to make a difference by building bridges between communities, schools and organisations via our 3 current programmes:

Advocacy and Outreach Service

We believe all people should have equal access to the services, funds and opportunities they are entitled to.  Our Intervention Officers support individuals to navigate statutory and non-statutory services and to manage a wide range of life issues compounded by discrimination, literacy and language barriers, cultural and religious differences.

Building capacity and increasing community resilience

We support small, inexperienced voluntary groups to set up, become positive influencers for change in their communities, and grow into self-sufficient and sustainable organisations.

Youth programme

QPCO believes that having a youth strategy is core to achieving change in Bedford. This is why we invested in developing a youth programme. As part of that work, we are currently running a social action project to empower young people through a range of recreational and educational activities to learn, get involved in their local area, and help build stronger communities by building bridges between young people and the diverse communities in the area.

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We currently deliver a wide range of projects at the heart of communities reflecting our 3 programmes:

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🍂 Looking for something fun, free, and local to do this October Half Term? 🍂 

Join us at Welcoming Space! Everyone is welcome to pop in for a relaxed, friendly afternoon filled with activities for all ages. 
 Whether you want to try a new craft, play a board game, or just enjoy a warm drink and a friendly chat.
Everyone is welcome — we look forward to seeing you!🧡

📅 Wednesday 28th October 2026
⏰ 1PM–5PM
📍 Location: Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre
10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB

💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteer and Queen's Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and The Connolly Foundation UK.

🍂 Looking for something fun, free, and local to do this October Half Term? 🍂

Join us at Welcoming Space! Everyone is welcome to pop in for a relaxed, friendly afternoon filled with activities for all ages.
Whether you want to try a new craft, play a board game, or just enjoy a warm drink and a friendly chat.
Everyone is welcome — we look forward to seeing you!🧡

📅 Wednesday 28th October 2026
⏰ 1PM–5PM
📍 Location: Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre
10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB

💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteer and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and The Connolly Foundation UK.
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☕ Tea, Cake & Important Conversations! 💖🧠 

Join us this October for a special Coffee Morning at MZPC Bedford UK  with Guest Speakers as we mark both Breast Cancer Awareness Month and ADHD Awareness Month. 
While these causes might seem different, both remind us of the power of self-advocacy, early understanding, and community support.

🎙️ What to expect:
• Breast Health & Early Detection: Practical tips on self-checks, screening, and body awareness.
• Understanding ADHD: Busting myths, understanding adult/child ADHD, and navigating daily life.

What’s happening:
☕ Food & Drink: Enjoy hot coffee, tea, soft drinks and delicious treats on us.
🎨 Fun Activities for All: Interactive games and craft activities to keep the kids entertained.
📅 Date: Saturday 31st October 2026
⏰ Time: 10am-12.30pm
📍 Location: The Mount Zion Pentecostal Church (MZPC) Coffee Morning145-151  Midland Road, Bedford, MK40 1DW, UK 

#BreastCancerAwareness #ADHD AwarenessMonth #CoffeeMorning #CommunitySupport

☕ Tea, Cake & Important Conversations! 💖🧠

Join us this October for a special Coffee Morning at MZPC Bedford UK with Guest Speakers as we mark both Breast Cancer Awareness Month and ADHD Awareness Month.
While these causes might seem different, both remind us of the power of self-advocacy, early understanding, and community support.

🎙️ What to expect:
• Breast Health & Early Detection: Practical tips on self-checks, screening, and body awareness.
• Understanding ADHD: Busting myths, understanding adult/child ADHD, and navigating daily life.

What’s happening:
☕ Food & Drink: Enjoy hot coffee, tea, soft drinks and delicious treats on us.
🎨 Fun Activities for All: Interactive games and craft activities to keep the kids entertained.
📅 Date: Saturday 31st October 2026
⏰ Time: 10am-12.30pm
📍 Location: The Mount Zion Pentecostal Church (MZPC) Coffee Morning145-151 Midland Road, Bedford, MK40 1DW, UK

#BreastCancerAwareness #ADHD AwarenessMonth #CoffeeMorning #CommunitySupport
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💚 WE’RE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS! 💚

Do you have a little time to spare and want to make a difference in your local community? 🌍🤝

Queen’s Park Community Organisation is looking for friendly, caring and enthusiastic volunteers to support our Welcoming Space in Bedford.

✨ What could you help with?
• Welcoming and supporting visitors
• Sharing information about local services
• Helping with community activities 🎨🧶♟️
• Supporting people from different backgrounds and languages
• Helping us create a friendly, inclusive environment
• Getting involved in future community projects

📅 Every Wednesday
⏰ 1PM – 5PM
📍 Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre
10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB

💚 No matter your background or experience, your time and skills could make a real difference.

📲 Interested in volunteering?
Come along and speak to us, or click the link below for more information.
https://qpco.org.uk/volunteer-for-us/

Volunteer with us. Meet people. Build connections. Make a difference. 🌟

#VolunteersWanted #Volunteer #Bedford #Bedfordshire #Community #CommunitySupport #WelcomingSpace #MakeADifference

💚 WE’RE LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS! 💚

Do you have a little time to spare and want to make a difference in your local community? 🌍🤝

Queen’s Park Community Organisation is looking for friendly, caring and enthusiastic volunteers to support our Welcoming Space in Bedford.

✨ What could you help with?
• Welcoming and supporting visitors
• Sharing information about local services
• Helping with community activities 🎨🧶♟️
• Supporting people from different backgrounds and languages
• Helping us create a friendly, inclusive environment
• Getting involved in future community projects

📅 Every Wednesday
⏰ 1PM – 5PM
📍 Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre
10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB

💚 No matter your background or experience, your time and skills could make a real difference.

📲 Interested in volunteering?
Come along and speak to us, or click the link below for more information.
https://qpco.org.uk/volunteer-for-us/

Volunteer with us. Meet people. Build connections. Make a difference. 🌟

#VolunteersWanted #Volunteer #Bedford #Bedfordshire #Community #CommunitySupport #WelcomingSpace #MakeADifference
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🌟 Join us at Welcome Space🌟

Looking for a friendly face, a cuppa, a bit of creativity or some extra support? 💛 Why not pop along to Welcome Space tomorrow — everyone is welcome!

🎨 Come and enjoy some crafts, have a chat, meet others in the community and find out about the support available to you. Whether you fancy getting creative, meeting new people or simply having a cuppa and a friendly chat, we’d love to see you! ☕💬

👁️ We’re also delighted to welcome Sight Concern Bedfordshire!

Sight Concern Bedfordshire is a local charity supporting people who are blind or partially sighted, as well as their families and carers. They offer advice, information and practical support to help people maintain their independence and access the services they need.

If you have concerns about your sight, or would like to find out more about the support available for yourself or someone you care about, this is a lovely opportunity to meet the team, ask questions and have an informal chat. 💙

✨ Why not pop along tomorrow? Bring a friend, enjoy some crafts, meet the team and discover what support is available.

❤️ Everyone is welcome — we look forward to seeing you!

📅Wednesday 21st September 
⏰ 1PM–5PM
📍 Location: Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre
10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB

💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen's Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and The Connolly Foundation UK.

🌟 Join us at Welcome Space🌟

Looking for a friendly face, a cuppa, a bit of creativity or some extra support? 💛 Why not pop along to Welcome Space tomorrow — everyone is welcome!

🎨 Come and enjoy some crafts, have a chat, meet others in the community and find out about the support available to you. Whether you fancy getting creative, meeting new people or simply having a cuppa and a friendly chat, we’d love to see you! ☕💬

👁️ We’re also delighted to welcome Sight Concern Bedfordshire!

Sight Concern Bedfordshire is a local charity supporting people who are blind or partially sighted, as well as their families and carers. They offer advice, information and practical support to help people maintain their independence and access the services they need.

If you have concerns about your sight, or would like to find out more about the support available for yourself or someone you care about, this is a lovely opportunity to meet the team, ask questions and have an informal chat. 💙

✨ Why not pop along tomorrow? Bring a friend, enjoy some crafts, meet the team and discover what support is available.

❤️ Everyone is welcome — we look forward to seeing you!

📅Wednesday 21st September
⏰ 1PM–5PM
📍 Location: Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre
10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB

💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford volunteers and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
Proudly supported by the Bedfordshire Charitable Trust and The Connolly Foundation UK.
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