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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…

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Starting this weekend, our Festive Après at The Jetty will be making its first appearance 😆

Think Christmas dinner, fondue style! 

A huge plate of all your Sunday roast faves, with a whole pot of gravy to dip it all in 😋 

🔗 Book your table via the link in our bio before December flies by! (Because we all know how hectic December can get)
With big savings to be had this weekend, when better to plan a tranquil riverside escape? 🧘‍♂️ 

Browse our Black Friday voucher sale with up to 25% off!

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to find out more 

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Who’s ready for some savings this Black Friday? 🤪

We caught up with Ben to see which of our deals he would go for… 

Keep an eye out for our other offers and get ready to get some serious savings under your belt 🤭
Nothing says cosy like a winter staycation 💅

Stay with us this year, delve into an array of exquisite dining, and relax in one of our cosy rooms, all while watching the birds fly over our lovely neighbour - The River Great Ouse! 🦢 

🔗 Find your perfect break on our website (link in bio)
Is this the best way to eat a Sunday roast? 😝 

*spoiler* We think so! 

What better way to spend an evening as we head into the darker months 🫕

And don’t forget: Our Festive version of Après is coming in December! Spaces are limited so get booking!
Give your loved ones an experience to remember this Christmas 🎄 

Whether it be a stay, dining or a mix of both, The Kingfisher team can’t wait to welcome you and your friends & family. 

Keep your eyes peeled for our Black Friday vouchers coming at the end of the month 👀
The perfect weekend staycation this season 🍂 

Explore all that our menu has to offer along with the beautiful riverside setting we are lucky enough to call our home 

With stays from just £149 for 2 people, you can find your own perfect getaway on our website 🔗
Make the most of the magic between Christmas and New Year

🎅🏼 Explore our Twixmas Break options and Festive Dining menus to ensure your own ‘Very Merry Christmas’

Visit our website for more information on your perfect festivities 🔗

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