📅 Saturday, 27th September 2025 | 🕖 1:30 PM – 5:30 PM
📍 Peace Garden, Chaul End Park, Luton LU4 8EZ (Behind Downside Primary School)
Walk in unity across multiple places of worship in Luton. A celebration of peace, diversity, and friendship.
Itinerary Highlights:
Please dress modestly. Head coverings recommended.
📩 Contact: info@lutonfaiths.org
📅 Saturday, 27th September 2025 | 🕖 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
📍 Streatley Village Hall, 146 Sharpenhoe Road, Streatley LU3 3PS
Celebrate the spirit of Durga Puja with us at Proyas. A day filled with devotion, rituals, cultural performances, and delicious Mahaprasad!
From Sasthi to Dashami, the event includes Pujas, Pushpanjali, Havan, Bhog, and ends with a vibrant cultural program at 6 PM.
Free Parking Onsite | Open to All | Family Friendly
For full schedule and info: 🌐 proyas.org.uk / 📞 07483 220838
Celebrate the Spirit of Navratri with Dance, Music & Community Joy
📅 Saturday, 20th September | 🕖 7:00 PM – 11:30 PM
📍 Bromham Village Hall, Bromham
Join us for a colorful evening of Garba, Dandiya, live music by Dosti Music Band, and festive celebrations for the whole family!
This special evening brings the community together to celebrate Navratri with joyful Garba and Dandiya Raas. With live music from the Dosti Music Band, the atmosphere will be filled with energy, rhythm, and festive spirit.
✨ What to look forward to:
Early Bird (until 12th Sept):
Standard Price (after 13th Sept):
Reserve your spot now and be part of this joyous celebration!
👉 Click here to book tickets
We can’t wait to welcome you and celebrate the spirit of Navratri together with dance, music, and community joy. 🌟
📅 Saturday, 13th September 2025 | 🕖 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Bromham Village Hall, MK43 8JP
Join us in celebrating the 4th Anniversary of the Bedford Hindu Temple with an evening of vibrant Indian culture featuring traditional dance, live violin and mridangam music, delicious South Indian food, and exciting raffles!
This event is a tribute to our community’s cultural heritage and spiritual unity. Everyone is welcome – bring your family and friends!
To Donate:
Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust
Account No: 73419360
Sort Code: 30-98-97
Contact: +44 7442 988966
📧 bedfordhindutemple@gmail.com
🌐 www.bedfordhindutemple.org
🕉️ Facebook: Bedford Hindu Temple
Join Us for All Saints’ Church Annual Windrush Day Service
All are warmly invited to attend the Windrush Day Service at All Saints’ Church on Sunday, 22nd June 2025, at 6:30 PM.
This special event celebrates the legacy of the Windrush generation and will feature guest speaker Natalie Christian-John, a professional singer, vocal coach, and choir director.
Come along to reflect, celebrate, and enjoy the fellowship. Refreshments will follow the service.
Venue: All Saints’ Church, Westbourne Road, Queen’s Park, Bedford, MK40 4LD.
Let’s come together to honour this important part of our shared history.
Join Us for the County021 Muranga UK BBQ!
Save the date for an exciting day filled with delicious food, music, and community vibes! Hosted at the Addison Centre in Kempston, Bedford, this BBQ event will run from 9 AM to midnight on Saturday, 7th June 2025.
Entry is £20 per person, and children under 16 enter free. Don’t miss the deadline to secure your ticket by 2nd June 2025!
For more details, email: 021murangauk@mail.com.
Celebrate Congo D.R.C’s 65th Independence Day
Join Foundation Tabitha Bondeko for a Charity Fundraiser Lunch celebrating the 65th Independence Day of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Event Details:
This event is a celebration of community, unity, and culture, featuring delicious food and vibrant entertainment. Every meal served supports children in Goma, making it an opportunity to give back while commemorating a significant day in Congo’s history.
Come together to share in the joy, heritage, and purpose of this meaningful occasion.
For more information, visit QPCO.org.uk, email admin@qpco.org.uk, or call 07436 373521 / 07436 373540.
Let’s celebrate together!
Join the Women’s Prayer Breakfast
The Women’s Department of Mount Zion Pentecostal Church, Bedford, warmly invites you to their Women’s Prayer Breakfast on Saturday, 28th June 2025.
Event Details:
This is a wonderful opportunity to gather with women from the community for prayer, fellowship, and inspiration. Enjoy meaningful conversations, uplifting prayers, and a delicious breakfast in a supportive and welcoming atmosphere.
Come and be part of this special event!
Celebrate the joy of Eid with the Rosebuds Bedford Eid Picnic, a vibrant and inclusive event for women and children. Taking place in a lively and welcoming atmosphere, this picnic is all about community, fun, and togetherness.
What’s in store:
This is the perfect opportunity to relax, enjoy great company, and celebrate the diversity and unity of our community.
Book your tickets here: Rosebuds Eid Picnic Tickets
Join the conversation on WhatsApp: Rosebuds WhatsApp Group
We look forward to seeing you there! 🌹
Join the Celebration of the Nishan Saab Ceremony
The Bhagwan Valmik Sabha warmly invites you to the Nishan Saab Ceremony from Friday, 30th May to Sunday, 1st June 2025 at the Bhagwan Valmik Cultural and Community Development Centre, 6-8 Muswell Road, Bedford, MK42 9PH.
This three-day event honours Bhagwan Valmik Ji’s Flag Ceremony and is open to all members of the community. Highlights include:
Enjoy delicious food, inspiring talks, and community spirit throughout the event. Special guest singers will perform on Saturday night.
For further details, please contact Tarlok Gharu at 07912502301 or email tarlokg26@gmail.com.
All are welcome to this auspicious occasion!
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Last week the Timor-Leste community was proud to raise its flag over Bedford, bringing together different communities to celebrate mutual respect and understanding.✨
Thank you to everyone who attended the Timor-Leste Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony 🇹🇱 at the Harpur Square.
We were honoured to have the presence of Dr Robert Oakley OBE, Deputy Lieutenant @bedfordshirelieutenancy , Mr Ismail Anilmis DL, @bedshighsheriff
, and the Mayor of Bedford, @tomwootton4change @bedfordboroughcouncil 🙏
A big thank you to our staff, volunteers, and friends who came to support the event, @pbic_bedford , @the_harpur_trust & Bedford Hindu Temple.
#TimorLeste #CelebrateTimorLeste #Bedfordevents #CultureConnect #timorese
Last week the Timor-Leste community was proud to raise its flag over Bedford, bringing together different communities to celebrate mutual respect and understanding.✨
Thank you to everyone who attended the Timor-Leste Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony 🇹🇱 at the Harpur Square.
We were honoured to have the presence of Dr Robert Oakley OBE, Deputy Lieutenant @bedfordshirelieutenancy , Mr Ismail Anilmis DL, @bedshighsheriff
, and the Mayor of Bedford, @tomwootton4change @bedfordboroughcouncil 🙏
A big thank you to our staff, volunteers, and friends who came to support the event, @pbic_bedford , @the_harpur_trust & Bedford Hindu Temple.
#TimorLeste #CelebrateTimorLeste #Bedfordevents #CultureConnect #timorese
✨The great Big Green week at Mount Zion Pentecostal Church Coffee Morning with activities ✨
🌱SWAP TOGETHER FOR GOOD 🌱
-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!
📅Saturday 13th June- 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
✨The great Big Green week at Mount Zion Pentecostal Church Coffee Morning with activities ✨
🌱SWAP TOGETHER FOR GOOD 🌱
-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!
📅Saturday 13th June- 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 – What a Wonderful Wednesday! 🌟
We had such a fantastic time at our Welcome Space session this week! 💜
The room was filled with smiles, laughter, music, and creativity as families came together to enjoy a joyful afternoon during the half term holidays.
Children had lots of fun:
🍕 Enjoying delicious pizza and refreshments
🎶 Dancing and singing along to Danny Go
🎨 Making colourful Eid cards to celebrate a joyous Eid
🖍️ Getting creative with crafts and activities
😊 Sharing laughter, friendship, and happy memories together
It was amazing to see everyone connecting, playing, and celebrating in such a warm and welcoming space. Thank you to all the families and volunteers who joined us and made the day so special!
A huge thankyou also to Lucy from Choose You for coming along to inform families of their services for more information please visit https://chooseyou.co.uk/
We can’t wait to see you again next Wednesday from 1PM–5PM! 💫
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of volunteers Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff & volunteers.
for more informatioon please visit https://qpco.org.uk/
#WelcomeSpace #CommunityFun #HalfTermActivities #EidCelebration #FamilyTime #BedfordCommunity
🌟 Welcome Space – What a Wonderful Wednesday! 🌟
We had such a fantastic time at our Welcome Space session this week! 💜
The room was filled with smiles, laughter, music, and creativity as families came together to enjoy a joyful afternoon during the half term holidays.
Children had lots of fun:
🍕 Enjoying delicious pizza and refreshments
🎶 Dancing and singing along to Danny Go
🎨 Making colourful Eid cards to celebrate a joyous Eid
🖍️ Getting creative with crafts and activities
😊 Sharing laughter, friendship, and happy memories together
It was amazing to see everyone connecting, playing, and celebrating in such a warm and welcoming space. Thank you to all the families and volunteers who joined us and made the day so special!
A huge thankyou also to Lucy from Choose You for coming along to inform families of their services for more information please visit https://chooseyou.co.uk/
We can’t wait to see you again next Wednesday from 1PM–5PM! 💫
💞 ☕✨ This space is made possible thanks to the hard work of volunteers Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford and Queen`s Park Community Organisation staff & volunteers.
for more informatioon please visit https://qpco.org.uk/
#WelcomeSpace #CommunityFun #HalfTermActivities #EidCelebration #FamilyTime #BedfordCommunity
✨"Wishing you a blessed and joyous Eid this May 27th! ✨
Proud to be part of a community that celebrates together, supports one another, and grows stronger in faith and friendship every day. Eid Mubarak!"🫶
#eidmubarak #EidInCommunity #BedfordCommunity #weareqpco
✨"Wishing you a blessed and joyous Eid this May 27th! ✨
Proud to be part of a community that celebrates together, supports one another, and grows stronger in faith and friendship every day. Eid Mubarak!"🫶
#eidmubarak #EidInCommunity #BedfordCommunity #weareqpco
✨May Half Term at The Welcoming Space 🌈💚
Looking for something fun, creative, and FREE for the kids this half term? Come along to the Welcoming Space, a safe and friendly community drop-in for young children and families.
📅 Wednesday 27th May 2026
⏰ 1PM – 5PM
📍 Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
✨ Free • Drop-in • No booking needed • Open to all
This space is made possible thanks to our amazing volunteers from Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford and Queen’s Park Community Organisation.
For more information visit our website: https://qpco.org.uk/projects/welcoming-space/
#WelcomingSpace #MayHalfTerm #FreeFamilyActivities #Bedford #weareqpco
✨May Half Term at The Welcoming Space 🌈💚
Looking for something fun, creative, and FREE for the kids this half term? Come along to the Welcoming Space, a safe and friendly community drop-in for young children and families.
📅 Wednesday 27th May 2026
⏰ 1PM – 5PM
📍 Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
✨ Free • Drop-in • No booking needed • Open to all
This space is made possible thanks to our amazing volunteers from Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford and Queen’s Park Community Organisation.
For more information visit our website: https://qpco.org.uk/projects/welcoming-space/
#WelcomingSpace #MayHalfTerm #FreeFamilyActivities #Bedford #weareqpco
Just a small window into the incredible Family Fun Day hosted by @bedfordnaija_association ation today! 🎉 Culture, community, and pure vibes. A special visit from the @bedfordshirelieutenancy to share in the celebration! 👑🙌
#Bedford #NigerianCommunity #FamilyFunDay2026 #NaijaVibes #BedfordEvents #CommunityFirst
Just a small window into the incredible Family Fun Day hosted by @bedfordnaija_association ation today! 🎉 Culture, community, and pure vibes. A special visit from the @bedfordshirelieutenancy to share in the celebration! 👑🙌
#Bedford #NigerianCommunity #FamilyFunDay2026 #NaijaVibes #BedfordEvents #CommunityFirst
-May Half Term at The Welcoming Space 🌈💚
Looking for something fun, creative, and FREE for the kids this half term? Come along to the Welcoming Space, a safe and friendly community drop-in for young children and families.
📅 Wednesday 27th May 2026 ⏰ 1PM – 5PM 📍 Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
✨ Free • Drop-in • No booking needed • Open to all
This space is made possible thanks to our amazing volunteers from Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford and Queen’s Park Community Organisation.
For more information visit our website: https://qpco.org.uk/projects/welcoming-space/
#WelcomingSpace #MayHalfTerm #FreeFamilyActivities #Bedford #weareqpco
-May Half Term at The Welcoming Space 🌈💚
Looking for something fun, creative, and FREE for the kids this half term? Come along to the Welcoming Space, a safe and friendly community drop-in for young children and families.
📅 Wednesday 27th May 2026 ⏰ 1PM – 5PM 📍 Bhagwan Valmik Mandir Community Centre, 10–12 Bunyan Road, Bedford, MK42 9JB
✨ Free • Drop-in • No booking needed • Open to all
This space is made possible thanks to our amazing volunteers from Bhagwan Valmiki Sabha Bedford and Queen’s Park Community Organisation.
For more information visit our website: https://qpco.org.uk/projects/welcoming-space/
#WelcomingSpace #MayHalfTerm #FreeFamilyActivities #Bedford #weareqpco
