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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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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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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’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? #riversidepub #riverside #river #pubwithrooms #rivergreatouse #seasons #throughtheseasons

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!

#foodstagram #bedfordfood #bedfordfoodie #foodie #foodies #bedfordpubs #bedford #pubstagram #gastropub #pubgrub #newmenu

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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! #foodstagram #bedfordfood #bedfordfoodie #foodie #foodies #bedfordpubs #bedford #pubstagram #gastropub #pubgrub #newmenu

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.

#stayinapub #pubwithrooms #budgetfriendly #bedfordpubs #riversidestay #riversidehotel #riversidepub #staycation

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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. #stayinapub #pubwithrooms #budgetfriendly #bedfordpubs #riversidestay #riversidehotel #riversidepub #staycation

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.

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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

#bedfordpubs #newyear #2025 #pubsofinstagram #rivergreatouse #riversidepub #riverside

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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 #bedfordpubs #newyear #2025 #pubsofinstagram #rivergreatouse #riversidepub #riverside

We’re feeling festive on the run up to Christmas! Have time to squeeze in a Christmas cocktail? You won’t be disappointed… 🥃✨🎄

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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.

#pubstagram #newyear #bedfordpubs #bedford #pubsofinstagram

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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. #pubstagram #newyear #bedfordpubs #bedford #pubsofinstagram

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

#christmasatthepub #festive #pub #bedford #bedfordshire #bedfordfood #bedfordfoodie #christmasdecor

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From Christmas cocktails to festive feasts, join us at The Kingfisher to eat, drink and be merry!🎄 #christmasatthepub #festive #pub #bedford #bedfordshire #bedfordfood #bedfordfoodie #christmasdecor

Our first ever Black Friday Sale is live with up to 25% off!

From delightful afternoons grazing on finger sandwiches and scones to relaxing riverside getaways… but hurry, our gift voucher sale ends on Monday 2nd December.

Tap the link in our bio to explore.

#blackfridaysale #giftvoucher #pub #pubwithrooms #riversidepub

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Our first ever Black Friday Sale is live with up to 25% off! From delightful afternoons grazing on finger sandwiches and scones to relaxing riverside getaways… but hurry, our gift voucher sale ends on Monday 2nd December. Tap the link in our bio to explore. #blackfridaysale #giftvoucher #pub #pubwithrooms #riversidepub