We are delighted to announce that we will be gifting the ceremonial planting pot that contained the tree that was awarded to QPCO as part of the Platinum Jubilee Queenβs Canopy project, to the Higgins museum on Saturday 10th June at 11am.
Please share the poster attached widely!
We feel that the tree and pot awarded by the Platinum Jubilee Queenβs Green Canopy project to QPCO also recognise the many communities in Bedford that came together to create the Charity. So, as well as planting the tree where the public could see it, we wanted the pot to go somewhere it can be viewed by the public. We decided the best place to preserve this piece of Bedford history was the Higgins Museum.
Everyone is invited to join us for this presentation. This will be followed by activities for #GreatBigGreenWeek, which is the UKβs biggest ever celebration of community action to tackle climate change and protect nature. A host of free events aimed at helping you to connect with nature at the heart of Bedford will be delivered by the Higgins Museum with community plant stalls, garden tours, foraging walks and creative activities.
This ceremony and the display of the Ceremonial Planting Pot is also an opportunity to learn about the work that QPCO have been doing with the Green Canopy in Bedford. QPCO will be also giving out herb plants at our stall, for people to plant in their gardens.
We look forward to seeing on Saturday.
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β¨Delighted to have worked alongside the Specialist Services for People with a Learning Disability at East London NHS Foundation Trust, especially Simone Mingay and videographer Matthias Djan from @autismbedfordshireofficial on a fantastic new project.β¨
We were proud to provide 5 interpreters for their video on `Understanding Learning Disabilities and Health Checks`, helping to ensure this vital information reaches wider communities.π«Ά
A huge thank you to Guru Nanak Gurdwara Bedford for generously letting us use their premises for filming!π
#LearningDisabilities #healthylifestyle #communities #weareqpco
β¨Delighted to have worked alongside the Specialist Services for People with a Learning Disability at East London NHS Foundation Trust, especially Simone Mingay and videographer Matthias Djan from @autismbedfordshireofficial on a fantastic new project.β¨
We were proud to provide 5 interpreters for their video on `Understanding Learning Disabilities and Health Checks`, helping to ensure this vital information reaches wider communities.π«Ά
A huge thank you to Guru Nanak Gurdwara Bedford for generously letting us use their premises for filming!π
#LearningDisabilities #healthylifestyle #communities #weareqpco
β¨Welcoming Space β¨
Looking for a friendly place to connect, learn, and have fun? Join us at the Welcoming Space -Everyone invited.
β¨ A free, inclusive, and multi-lingual space for all
π€ Meet new people & enjoy activities like crafts and games and much more...
π Get advice, training, and support accessing local services
π Volunteer opportunities available
π
When? Wednesday 17th June 2026
β° Time? 1PM β 5PM
π Where? Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10β12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
π ββ¨ 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
β¨Welcoming Space β¨
Looking for a friendly place to connect, learn, and have fun? Join us at the Welcoming Space -Everyone invited.
β¨ A free, inclusive, and multi-lingual space for all
π€ Meet new people & enjoy activities like crafts and games and much more...
π Get advice, training, and support accessing local services
π Volunteer opportunities available
π
When? Wednesday 17th June 2026
β° Time? 1PM β 5PM
π Where? Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10β12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
π ββ¨ 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
Over 80 plants were given out during Great Big Green Week! All the groups who took part and helped to organise the events went away with a bit of green inspiration.
Whether you are an avid gardener or a beginner, there was something for everyone. Lots of people without gardens took a plant home for their windowsill, because sometimes that is all it takes to spark green fingers! π»β¨
#bedfordevents #weareqpco #GreatBigGreenWeek
Over 80 plants were given out during Great Big Green Week! All the groups who took part and helped to organise the events went away with a bit of green inspiration.
Whether you are an avid gardener or a beginner, there was something for everyone. Lots of people without gardens took a plant home for their windowsill, because sometimes that is all it takes to spark green fingers! π»β¨
#bedfordevents #weareqpco #GreatBigGreenWeek
Monthly coffee morning in partnership with Mount Zion church took place today! 10.00- 12.30! Come for coffee, tea, snacks, advice & information, kids activities, arts & crafts and a monthly theme! This monthβs theme was the Great Big Green week! So we were seed & plant swappingπ± Stay tuned and we will announce the date of our next session in July! #bedfordevents #weareqpco #greatbiggreenweek
Monthly coffee morning in partnership with Mount Zion church took place today! 10.00- 12.30! Come for coffee, tea, snacks, advice & information, kids activities, arts & crafts and a monthly theme! This monthβs theme was the Great Big Green week! So we were seed & plant swappingπ± Stay tuned and we will announce the date of our next session in July! #bedfordevents #weareqpco #greatbiggreenweek
β¨The Great Big Green week at the welcoming space β¨
π±SWAP TOGETHER FOR GOOD π±
-Plant & Seed Swaps: Bring a plant, take a plant!
-Plant Donations: Help us green up our local area.
-Learning Sessions: Discover how to start your own "grow your own" journey.
π
Wednesday 10th June 2026
β° 1PM β 5PM
π Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10β12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
β¨ Free β’ Drop-in β’ No booking needed β’ Open to all
This space is made possible thanks to our amazing volunteers from Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford and Queenβs Park Community Organisation volunteers and staff.
For more information visit our website: https://qpco.org.uk/projects/welcoming-space/
#WelcomingSpace #MayHalfTerm #FreeFamilyActivities #Bedford #weareqpco
β¨The Great Big Green week at the welcoming space β¨
π±SWAP TOGETHER FOR GOOD π±
-Plant & Seed Swaps: Bring a plant, take a plant!
-Plant Donations: Help us green up our local area.
-Learning Sessions: Discover how to start your own "grow your own" journey.
π
Wednesday 10th June 2026
β° 1PM β 5PM
π Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10β12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
β¨ Free β’ Drop-in β’ No booking needed β’ Open to all
This space is made possible thanks to our amazing volunteers from Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford and Queenβs Park Community Organisation volunteers and staff.
For more information visit our website: https://qpco.org.uk/projects/welcoming-space/
#WelcomingSpace #MayHalfTerm #FreeFamilyActivities #Bedford #weareqpco
π±The Great Big Green Week is our chance to hit the "reset button" on how we treat the local environment. π±
While global climate news can feel a bit much at times, this week is all about bringing sustainability back to our own doorsteps. It is about small, local actions that add up to a massive difference for our neighbourhood.
By joining in, you aren`t just visiting an event; you are helping to grow a greener, friendlier, and more resilient community for all of us.
#TogetherForGood #ClimateAction #SwapTogether #weareqpco #community
π±The Great Big Green Week is our chance to hit the "reset button" on how we treat the local environment. π±
While global climate news can feel a bit much at times, this week is all about bringing sustainability back to our own doorsteps. It is about small, local actions that add up to a massive difference for our neighbourhood.
By joining in, you aren`t just visiting an event; you are helping to grow a greener, friendlier, and more resilient community for all of us.
#TogetherForGood #ClimateAction #SwapTogether #weareqpco #community
β¨The Great Big Green week at Mount Zion Pentecostal Church Coffee Morning with activities β¨
π±SWAP TOGETHER FOR GOOD π±
-Plant & Seed Swaps: Bring a plant, take a plant!
-Plant Donations: Help us green up our local area.
-Learning Sessions: Discover how to start your own "grow your own" journey.
-Free Entry: All are welcome, from beginners to experts!
π
Saturday 13th June- The Mount Zion Pentecostal Church (MZPC) Coffee Morning
β°10.30AM β 12.30PM
π145-151 Midland Road, Bedford, MK40 1DW, UK
β¨Free β’ Drop-in β’ No booking needed β’ 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! π«Ά
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:
Letβs 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
β¨The Great Big Green week at Mount Zion Pentecostal Church Coffee Morning with activities β¨
π±SWAP TOGETHER FOR GOOD π±
-Plant & Seed Swaps: Bring a plant, take a plant!
-Plant Donations: Help us green up our local area.
-Learning Sessions: Discover how to start your own "grow your own" journey.
-Free Entry: All are welcome, from beginners to experts!
π
Saturday 13th June- The Mount Zion Pentecostal Church (MZPC) Coffee Morning
β°10.30AM β 12.30PM
π145-151 Midland Road, Bedford, MK40 1DW, UK
β¨Free β’ Drop-in β’ No booking needed β’ 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! π«Ά
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:
Letβs 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
πΏπ BIG GREEN WEEK AT WELCOMING SPACE ππΏ
Looking for something positive to do next week? Come and join us at Welcoming Space for a special Big Green Week session!
Whether you`re a gardening enthusiast, a complete beginner, or simply looking to connect with others in the community, there`s something for everyone.
π± Plant & Seed Swap β Bring a plant, cutting, or packet of seeds and swap it for something new to grow at home.
π» Plant Donations β Help us make our neighbourhood greener by donating plants for local community spaces.
π Learn & Grow β Pick up practical tips and advice to help you start your own growing journey.
Alongside our Big Green Week activities, Welcoming Space continues to offer a free, friendly, and inclusive environment where you can:
β¨ Meet new people
π¨ Take part in crafts, games, and activities
π Access information, advice, and support
π Discover volunteering opportunities
Everyone is welcome, and refreshments will be available. Bring a friend, bring your family, and help us celebrate community, wellbeing, and greener living together!
π
Every Wednesday
β° 1:00 PM β 5:00 PM
π Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre
10β12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
βπ Welcoming Space is made possible thanks to the dedication of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford and the staff and volunteers of Queen`s Park Community Organisation.
#BigGreenWeek #WelcomingSpace #PlantSwap #GrowYourOwn #CommunityConnection #BedfordCommunity #WeAreQPCO #GreenerTogether
πΏπ BIG GREEN WEEK AT WELCOMING SPACE ππΏ
Looking for something positive to do next week? Come and join us at Welcoming Space for a special Big Green Week session!
Whether you`re a gardening enthusiast, a complete beginner, or simply looking to connect with others in the community, there`s something for everyone.
π± Plant & Seed Swap β Bring a plant, cutting, or packet of seeds and swap it for something new to grow at home.
π» Plant Donations β Help us make our neighbourhood greener by donating plants for local community spaces.
π Learn & Grow β Pick up practical tips and advice to help you start your own growing journey.
Alongside our Big Green Week activities, Welcoming Space continues to offer a free, friendly, and inclusive environment where you can:
β¨ Meet new people
π¨ Take part in crafts, games, and activities
π Access information, advice, and support
π Discover volunteering opportunities
Everyone is welcome, and refreshments will be available. Bring a friend, bring your family, and help us celebrate community, wellbeing, and greener living together!
π
Every Wednesday
β° 1:00 PM β 5:00 PM
π Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre
10β12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
βπ Welcoming Space is made possible thanks to the dedication of Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford and the staff and volunteers of Queen`s Park Community Organisation.
#BigGreenWeek #WelcomingSpace #PlantSwap #GrowYourOwn #CommunityConnection #BedfordCommunity #WeAreQPCO #GreenerTogether
