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 The Kingfisher is a riverside pub with rooms, located on the River Great Ouse. Recently refurbished and opened in August 2022, it is the perfect venue to host your meeting or event. A short drive from Bedford town centre, the main house is a Grade II listed building and within the ground is an open and inspirational 13th Century Tithe Barn.

Our Spaces

Northill and Southill
Located in the new wing of the house (that’s about 60 years old here!) both the spaces can host up to 40 guests. Bright, light and airy with air conditioning, these rooms are perfect for any meeting or event.

The Riverside Tavern
The Riverside Tavern is situated on the ground floor of the original building with a bay window overlooking the river and can host up to 60 guests. With plenty of natural daylight, stone floors and direct access to the Riverside Terrace, it’s one of the hottest spots in the venue! Available for private hire, mid-week between October and March only.

The Tithe Barn
The largest of our private event spaces – a unique, rustic and atmospheric 800 year old barn. Bespoke, authentic and unique, this space can host up to 90 guests theatre style and 60 cabaret. With its own private bar, you won’t find a more inspirational venue.

Delegate Rates

We offer a range of delegate packages to suit your needs, from as little as £35 per person.

These include everything you would expect, and a choice of dining options.

Northill & Southill 

  • Dragonfly DDR – including a working sandwich lunch, £35pp
  • Kingfisher DDR – with a delicious two course buffet lunch, £45pp 

The Tavern & The Tithe Barn

  • Riverside DDR – includes hire of the Riverside Tavern and a choice of a sit down two course lunch or delicious buffet lunch, £55pp
  • The Tithe Barn DDR – includes hire of The Tithe Barn and a choice of a sit down two course lunch or delicious buffet lunch,  £65pp

Available Monday-Thursday, October to March
Minimum numbers of 30

All prices are plus VAT

24 Hour Rates

Our 24 hour delegate packages start from just £159 per person and include everything you would expect, along with a £25 per person dinner allowance for The Kingfisher, an overnight stay and the best breakfast in Bedford the following day!

This price is based upon the Dragonfly daily delegate rate. Upgrades to King rooms are available for a £20 supplement per person.

Proudly Recognised

 

 

  • We’re proud to be an accredited member of the MIA demonstrating our dedication and commitment to excellence in our meetings and events offering

Location

The Kingfisher is located 30 minutes from Milton Keynes and 90 minutes from London. Catch a train and you will be here in 40 minutes! If it is plane you need, we are just 40 minutes to Luton.

The Kingfisher (Formerly Barns Hotel),
Cardington Road,
Bedford
MK44 3SA

reservations@thekingfisherbedford.co.uk
01234 270044

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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 🔗
Festive Fondue | Now taking bookings for December! 🎄 

Every Sunday in December, book in for our brand new Christmassy dining experience. Enjoy your favourite aspects of Christmas dinner and dip to your heart’s content!

Think pigs in blankets, traditional meats, yorkshire puddings, roasted veg and roasties 😋 

📍 The Kingfisher, Cardington Road, Bedford, MK44 3SA

🗓️ Visit the link in our bio to book your table now
Festive Après | Now taking bookings for December! 🎄

As well as Sunday Roasts now being served fondue style, we’ll now be serving a more FESTIVE version of Après at The Jetty 👀 

Every Sunday in December, book in for our brand new Christmassy dining experience. Enjoy your favourite aspects of Christmas dinner and dip until your hearts content! 

Think pigs in blankets, traditional meats, yorkshire puddings, roasted veg and roasties 😋 

🗓️ Visit the link in our bio to book your table now
Sunday lunch, reimagined 💭 

Sit back by the river, warmed by the fire and indulge in a whole new dining experience. 

We can’t wait to welcome you 💙 

Served every Sunday throughout November 🗓️ 
 
🔗 Tables are limited, so get your bookings in ASAP through the link in our bio
We are now serving Sunday lunch, Après style 🍽️ 

Due to such high demand, we’re excited to share the news that you can now enjoy your Sunday lunch in the form of fondue! 

Sit back by the river, warmed by the fire and indulge in a whole new experience. 

Starting Sunday 2nd November

We can’t wait to welcome you 💙

🔗 Tables are limited so grab one via the link in our bio whilst you can!
Final few tables - get your bookings in! 🌲 

Our Christmas Party Nights are down to their last availability - gather your colleagues and join us for a night of festive fun, food and dancing by the river (before it’s too late!) 🥂 

Contact our team to find out which dates are left 🗓️ 
☎️ 01234 270044
✉️ reservations@thekingfisherbedford.co.uk