A fantastic day in Bedford to learn more about Polish history and heritage! With delicious food and music.
An amazing event not to be missed, with food, dance, culture and atmosphere!
As we continue to remember the Holocaust yearly, we also remember other subsequent Genocides. We need remember over one million Tutsis who were murdered in one hundred day. The Rwandan Community in Bedford, Higgins Bedford and Queen’s Park community organisation have joined forces to organise the commemoration of the 30th anniversary of the Genocide Against the Tutsis in Rwanda. Bedford resident and Survivor, Chantal Uwamahoro, who might have heard recently on BBC radio 4, has dedicated her life to tell her story by giving lectures, talk and assemblies in schools and many public places. This event is the opportunity to come and meet survivors and the community and listen to their stories
A chance to meet and greet member of the D/Hard of Hearing community and their charity Access Bedford!
We are delighted to be supporting the open day King’s Oak Primary School with children activities. If you are interested in joining our team of volunteers, please get in touch admin@qpco.org.uk or call 07824035000. #partnerworking #farmday #educationforall
The feedback we have had from the deaf and hard of hearing community in Bedford is that not many businesses are able to communicate via BSL in Bedford town centreand we wanted to change that trend. Our aim is to enable as many people as possible to gain some knowledge of British Sign Language to help support the Deaf and hard of hearing community, and ensure they feel more welcome/comfortable using our town centre shops and services. To do this we will also be organising a deaf awareness day on the Sunday 12th May between 2 to 4pm at the Harpur suite in Bedford Town centre. More
information to follow.
The course is open to everyone; you might be an employee of a business in town or a business owner, you could be working for a charity or a statutory body, working for Bedfordshire Police or you just want to learn BSL to help people to feel more included, as long as you interact with Bedford town, this is the course for you!
We ask that you only book if you can commit to all six weeks of classes, in order to get the most from this opportunity. Spaces are limited and will be filled on first come first serve basis. Please find attached the flyers. Please note that you can park for free at the Allhallows car park, Brace St, Bedford MK40 1LX. It is only a short walking distance to both the venues.
Get ready to celebrate diversity at Biddenham International Culture Day on April 17th! Dress up in your traditional clothing and experience a day full of fun activities. From curated food stalls to diverse performances. Interfaith workshops to mehndi, there’s something for everyone
To take part, a £1 contribution is required via ParentPay or in person on the day. All funds raised will go to @qpcobedford. A local grassroots charity targeting the most deprived areas in Bedford. Helping to empower local people to make a difference by building bridges between communities.
We’re excited to announce that the Ukrainian Saturday School in Bedford will be delivering Motanka Doll-Making Masterclasses during the Healing Hearts Free Art Event!
What is a “Motanka”/”Мотанка”? 
Motanka’s hold timeless significance as cherished family charms in Ukrainian tradition. Originating around 5,000 years ago, these intricately knotted dolls symbolize the harmonious bond within families and the enduring connections across generations.
All resources will be provided by the Ukrainian Saturday School and registering is completely free! 
Click the links below to book your slot for the Motanka Doll Making Masterclasses, limited spaces available!
12PM: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/862094025437?aff=oddtdtcreator
If you are interested in helping to clean the river Great ouse.
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🇹🇱 Timor-Leste Football Tournament & festival 🇹🇱
Our community engagement officer, Belinda, has been working with the wonderful @Timor Leste Community Bedford to organise their next event! This is part of Back to our Roots programme funded by @the_harpur_trust and the @The National Lottery Community Fund 🫶
📅 Saturday 22th August 2026
⏰ 08:30am – 7:00pm
📍 Bedford Park, Park Avenue, Bedford, MK40 2LP
#footballtournament #timorleste #CommunitySpirit #B2OR #weareqpco
🇹🇱 Timor-Leste Football Tournament & festival 🇹🇱
Our community engagement officer, Belinda, has been working with the wonderful @Timor Leste Community Bedford to organise their next event! This is part of Back to our Roots programme funded by @the_harpur_trust and the @The National Lottery Community Fund 🫶
📅 Saturday 22th August 2026
⏰ 08:30am – 7:00pm
📍 Bedford Park, Park Avenue, Bedford, MK40 2LP
#footballtournament #timorleste #CommunitySpirit #B2OR #weareqpco
✨Welcoming Space ✨
Looking for a friendly place to connect, learn, and have fun? Join us at the Welcoming Space -Everyone invited.
✨ A free, inclusive, and multi-lingual space for all
🤝 Meet new people & enjoy activities like crafts and games and much more...
📚 Get advice, training, and support accessing local services
🙌 Volunteer opportunities available
📅 When? Wednesday 8th July
⏰ Time? 1PM – 5PM
📍 Where? 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
#WelcomingSpace #CommunityConnection #BedfordCommunity #WeAreQPCO #CommunityEngagement
✨Welcoming Space ✨
Looking for a friendly place to connect, learn, and have fun? Join us at the Welcoming Space -Everyone invited.
✨ A free, inclusive, and multi-lingual space for all
🤝 Meet new people & enjoy activities like crafts and games and much more...
📚 Get advice, training, and support accessing local services
🙌 Volunteer opportunities available
📅 When? Wednesday 8th July
⏰ Time? 1PM – 5PM
📍 Where? 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
#WelcomingSpace #CommunityConnection #BedfordCommunity #WeAreQPCO #CommunityEngagement
✨Relaxation & Mindfulness at Mount Zion Pentecostal Church Coffee Morning with children activities ✨ MZPC Bedford UK
📅Saturday 18th July- The Mount Zion Pentecostal Church (MZPC) Coffee Morning
⏰10.30AM – 12.30PM
📍145-151 Midland Road, Bedford, MK40 1DW, UK
✨Free • Drop-in • No booking needed • Open to all
MZPC Bedford UK , sits within the thriving, competitive and somewhat gritty, multi-cultural hub of Midland Road; which is an area that has a greater pulse than all the streets in Bedford, put together! We are delighted to be working in partnership and delivering a monthly coffee morning! 🫶
The Church, nestled in such a colourful location, has the potential to serve and build positive relations with the local families, schools, churches and businesses. In order for this dream to flourish, we would like to invite you to come along with your children for some fun, which will be taking place:
Let’s get to know the community and use this opportunity to build something strong, safe and welcoming for Midland Road.
For more information, check out our website: https://qpco.org.uk/.../building-capacity/caribbean-group/
#community #workingpartnership #CoffeeMorning #weareqpco
✨Relaxation & Mindfulness at Mount Zion Pentecostal Church Coffee Morning with children activities ✨ MZPC Bedford UK
📅Saturday 18th July- The Mount Zion Pentecostal Church (MZPC) Coffee Morning
⏰10.30AM – 12.30PM
📍145-151 Midland Road, Bedford, MK40 1DW, UK
✨Free • Drop-in • No booking needed • Open to all
MZPC Bedford UK , sits within the thriving, competitive and somewhat gritty, multi-cultural hub of Midland Road; which is an area that has a greater pulse than all the streets in Bedford, put together! We are delighted to be working in partnership and delivering a monthly coffee morning! 🫶
The Church, nestled in such a colourful location, has the potential to serve and build positive relations with the local families, schools, churches and businesses. In order for this dream to flourish, we would like to invite you to come along with your children for some fun, which will be taking place:
Let’s get to know the community and use this opportunity to build something strong, safe and welcoming for Midland Road.
For more information, check out our website: https://qpco.org.uk/.../building-capacity/caribbean-group/
#community #workingpartnership #CoffeeMorning #weareqpco
✨Welcoming Space ✨
Looking for a friendly place to connect, learn, and have fun? Join us at the Welcoming Space -Everyone invited.
✨ A free, inclusive, and multi-lingual space for all
🤝 Meet new people & enjoy activities like crafts and games and much more...
📚 Get advice, training, and support accessing local services
🙌 Volunteer opportunities available
📅 When? Wednesday 1st July 2026
⏰ Time? 1PM – 5PM
📍 Where? Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of volunteer and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
#WelcomingSpace #CommunityConnection #BedfordCommunity #WeAreQPCO #CommunityEngagement
✨Welcoming Space ✨
Looking for a friendly place to connect, learn, and have fun? Join us at the Welcoming Space -Everyone invited.
✨ A free, inclusive, and multi-lingual space for all
🤝 Meet new people & enjoy activities like crafts and games and much more...
📚 Get advice, training, and support accessing local services
🙌 Volunteer opportunities available
📅 When? Wednesday 1st July 2026
⏰ Time? 1PM – 5PM
📍 Where? Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of volunteer and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
#WelcomingSpace #CommunityConnection #BedfordCommunity #WeAreQPCO #CommunityEngagement
✨Relaxation & Mindfulness at Mount Zion Pentecostal Church Coffee Morning with children activities ✨
📅Saturday 18th July- The Mount Zion Pentecostal Church (MZPC) Coffee Morning
⏰10.30AM – 12.30PM
📍145-151 Midland Road, Bedford, MK40 1DW, UK
✨Free • Drop-in • No booking needed • Open to all
MZPC Bedford UK , sits within the thriving, competitive and somewhat gritty, multi-cultural hub of Midland Road; which is an area that has a greater pulse than all the streets in Bedford, put together! We are delighted to be working in partnership and delivering a monthly coffee morning! 🫶
The Church, nestled in such a colourful location, has the potential to serve and build positive relations with the local families, schools, churches and businesses. In order for this dream to flourish, we would like to invite you to come along with your children for some fun, which will be taking place:
Let’s get to know the community and use this opportunity to build something strong, safe and welcoming for Midland Road.
For more information, check out our website: https://qpco.org.uk/.../building-capacity/caribbean-group/
#community #workingpartnership #CoffeeMorning #weareqpco
✨Relaxation & Mindfulness at Mount Zion Pentecostal Church Coffee Morning with children activities ✨
📅Saturday 18th July- The Mount Zion Pentecostal Church (MZPC) Coffee Morning
⏰10.30AM – 12.30PM
📍145-151 Midland Road, Bedford, MK40 1DW, UK
✨Free • Drop-in • No booking needed • Open to all
MZPC Bedford UK , sits within the thriving, competitive and somewhat gritty, multi-cultural hub of Midland Road; which is an area that has a greater pulse than all the streets in Bedford, put together! We are delighted to be working in partnership and delivering a monthly coffee morning! 🫶
The Church, nestled in such a colourful location, has the potential to serve and build positive relations with the local families, schools, churches and businesses. In order for this dream to flourish, we would like to invite you to come along with your children for some fun, which will be taking place:
Let’s get to know the community and use this opportunity to build something strong, safe and welcoming for Midland Road.
For more information, check out our website: https://qpco.org.uk/.../building-capacity/caribbean-group/
#community #workingpartnership #CoffeeMorning #weareqpco
☀️ Welcome Space session Cancelled ☀️
Unfortunately, due to the high temperatures expected, we`ve decided to cancel todays session. The safety and comfort of everyone involved is our priority.
Thank you for your understanding.
☀️🚨HEAT SAFETY 🚨☀️
With temperatures rising, please stay safe.
💧 Drink plenty of water
🌳 Stay in the shade where possible
👒 Wear light clothing and sunscreen
🏠 Keep your home cool by closing curtains/blinds
🚗 Never leave children or pets in vehicles
🐕 Ensure pets have fresh water and shade
⚠️ Watch for signs of heat exhaustion: dizziness, headache, nausea, excessive sweating, or confusion.
If someone becomes unwell, move them to a cool place, give them water, and seek medical advice if symptoms worsen.
🤝 Let`s look out for each other and stay safe during this period of hot weather.Stay cool and keep hydrated! 💧🥤
☀️ Welcome Space session Cancelled ☀️
Unfortunately, due to the high temperatures expected, we`ve decided to cancel todays session. The safety and comfort of everyone involved is our priority.
Thank you for your understanding.
☀️🚨HEAT SAFETY 🚨☀️
With temperatures rising, please stay safe.
💧 Drink plenty of water
🌳 Stay in the shade where possible
👒 Wear light clothing and sunscreen
🏠 Keep your home cool by closing curtains/blinds
🚗 Never leave children or pets in vehicles
🐕 Ensure pets have fresh water and shade
⚠️ Watch for signs of heat exhaustion: dizziness, headache, nausea, excessive sweating, or confusion.
If someone becomes unwell, move them to a cool place, give them water, and seek medical advice if symptoms worsen.
🤝 Let`s look out for each other and stay safe during this period of hot weather.Stay cool and keep hydrated! 💧🥤
✨Welcoming Space ✨
Looking for a friendly place to connect, learn, and have fun? Join us at the Welcoming Space -Everyone invited.
✨ A free, inclusive, and multi-lingual space for all
🤝 Meet new people & enjoy activities like crafts and games and much more...
📚 Get advice, training, and support accessing local services
🙌 Volunteer opportunities available
📅 When? Wednesday 24th June 2026
⏰ Time? 1PM – 5PM
📍 Where? Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of volunteer and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
#WelcomingSpace #CommunityConnection #BedfordCommunity #WeAreQPCO #CommunityEngagement
✨Welcoming Space ✨
Looking for a friendly place to connect, learn, and have fun? Join us at the Welcoming Space -Everyone invited.
✨ A free, inclusive, and multi-lingual space for all
🤝 Meet new people & enjoy activities like crafts and games and much more...
📚 Get advice, training, and support accessing local services
🙌 Volunteer opportunities available
📅 When? Wednesday 24th June 2026
⏰ Time? 1PM – 5PM
📍 Where? Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of volunteer and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff and volunteers.
#WelcomingSpace #CommunityConnection #BedfordCommunity #WeAreQPCO #CommunityEngagement
We attended the incredible dinner hosted by @lowdhistory , and it was deeply moving to see so many generations coming together under one roof, sharing their powerful stories and testimonies.
A massive thank you and well done to Pauline Stepney and the entire team for putting together such a beautiful, meaningful event! 🕒✨
#WindrushDay #WindrushGeneration #BedfordCommunity #CelebratingHistory #CommunitySpirit
We attended the incredible dinner hosted by @lowdhistory , and it was deeply moving to see so many generations coming together under one roof, sharing their powerful stories and testimonies.
A massive thank you and well done to Pauline Stepney and the entire team for putting together such a beautiful, meaningful event! 🕒✨
#WindrushDay #WindrushGeneration #BedfordCommunity #CelebratingHistory #CommunitySpirit
