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The Kingfisher

The Kingfisher is a riverside pub with rooms, located on the River Great Ouse, offering delicious dining and relaxed service in a historical setting. The Kingfisher team pride themselves on offering simple, friendly service with delicious food, wines and cask ales. At the Kingfisher, everyone’s a local.

Great British food in a spectacular setting

Our passion lies in finding quality fresh, seasonal ingredients and presenting them in a modern but unpretentious way. Daily specials, seasonal dishes, scrumptious afternoon teas and a kid’s menu you won’t find anywhere else. Come on in, find yourself a spot at the bustling bar or hide away in one of the many nooks and crannies, eat, drink and soak up the atmosphere of The Kingfisher, Bedford.

Afternoon tea, dinner and lunch menus

At the Kingfisher our aim is to produce the best quality dishes with the lowest food miles. Our meat travels under 15 miles from farm to plate and our fruit is delivered from just a mile away.

Life is better on the river

The Kingfisher

Barns Hotel,
Cardington Road,
Bedford
MK44 3SA

reservations@thekingfisherbedford.co.uk
01234 270044

A riverside hideaway

If you are staying in Bedford then we have a range of rooms for you to choose from. Modern, light and bright, doubles and kings for the overnight traveller or sumptuous suites for those who want to indulge and spend a little more time in the bedroom…

The Tithe Barn

Combining historic charm with rustic elegance, The Tithe Barn is an 800 year old venue which will embrace you and your guests. Full of period features and with manicured gardens, you won’t find a better barn wedding venue for your special day.

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We’re reminded of nature’s beauty as each season passes - how lucky we are to be nestled along the River Great Ouse 🛶

The soft bloom of spring to the golden hues of autumn, which season will you spend with us? 

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We’ve got some tasty new dishes to kick the year off with, a couple of our favourites being our Beetroot Tartare & the Chicken Ballotine - delicious! 

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A cosy riverside stay for less than £140 per night!

We’re having a January Sale, you can enjoy:

- A chilled bottle of Prosecco in room on arrival
- A delicious dinner with an allocation of £25 per person 
- A great night’s sleep in a Double Room
- Breakfast the next morning 

For just £69.50 per person

*Valid on stays until 28th February - please see our website for full terms. 

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Did you visit us in December? Don’t forget to come back with your festive scratch card and reveal 20%, 50% or 100% off your food bill! 

See you soon 🍴

For full terms, please see your scratch card.
We’re heading into the new year ready for more good food and great times by the riverside… 🍴

Fancy joining us? Book your table via the link in our bio 

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We’re feeling festive on the run up to Christmas! Have time to squeeze in a Christmas cocktail? You won’t be disappointed… 🥃✨🎄
Have you received one of our festive scratch cards yet?

Our gift to you when you dine with us this festive season is either 20%, 50% or 100% off your food bill when you visit us in the new year! 

But don’t scratch them yet, we’ll reveal your prize upon your return in the new year… ✨

Please find full terms & conditions on your card. 

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From Christmas cocktails to festive feasts, join us at The Kingfisher to eat, drink and be merry!🎄

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