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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.
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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.

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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

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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.

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  • We’re proud to be an accredited member of the MIA demonstrating our dedication and commitment to excellence in our meetings and events offering
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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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These cold days and dark evenings just call for a cosy pub trip

The biggest decision to be made at this time of year: to tipple, dine or stay? (You could always do all three!)

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These cold days and dark evenings just call for a cosy pub trip The biggest decision to be made at this time of year: to tipple, dine or stay? (You could always do all three!) 🔗 Find your perfect evening or weekend plans through the link in our bio

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)

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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!

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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 T&Cs apply

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

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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)

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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!

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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!