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The Holt Suite at The Kingfisher, Bedford
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.

Doubles

Our double rooms are home from home, cosy spaces for you to relax and unwind. With double beds, tea and coffee making facilities, luxurious TEMPLESPA bath and body products, hairdryers and views over our grounds you will be sure to get a great night’s sleep.

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Kings

Our king rooms are for those who want a little extra space in bed! Facilities include fabulous king size beds, tea and coffee making facilities, luxurious TEMPLESPA bath and body products, hairdryers and far reaching views over our grounds.

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Suites

At the Kingfisher we have three suites, all located in the historic part of the building. They are quirky, unique, and we love them! Stay in a room that you won’t find anywhere else…

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River Life – wake up smiling, soak up the sun, sit by the fire, eat and drink plenty, go boating, nap often, enjoy every sunset, be grateful for this day

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.

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A pub garden with a difference…

Dining al fresco next to a flowing river is what we live for. From The Jetty to our terrace, there are plenty of options for places to simply sit and be. 

Be by the river with us this spring 🌷
Badger the boat is BACK! 

From this Friday (20th March) Badger is ready for hire ⚓️ 

Badger is a fully electric, open top Ruban Bleu boat with a capacity of up to 6 sailors. It is perfect for families and friends alike, maybe a romantic date idea or a fabulous team building exercise. 

Head over to the link in our bio to find out more about your Bedfordshire boat day
Now this is proper pub grub 🍴 

Food is at the heart of what we do here at The Kingfisher. From seasonal menus and delicious dishes, to small plates and crowd favourites, we really do have it all. 

Book a table via the link in our bio, and experience hearty dining at finest 💭
Dreaming of sun-drenched pub gardens, riverside walks, and dinner served al fresco 🛶 

The Jetty and Badger (our boat) will be returning later this month and we simply cannot wait.
Post-work pub trips are officially back 🤪

(And we for one, are so excited!) 

With The Jetty reopening and our boat making its return, there’s a lot to look forward to here at The Kingfisher. 

We really hope you come and see us soon 👋
That’s right. The Jetty is back. 

As of Saturday 21st March, tables will be available for outdoor dining again. (12-6pm, Saturdays and Sundays only)

No booking is necessary, tables are allocated on a first come, first serve basis.
Dine with us 💌

Over the next 3 weeks, you can enjoy 25% off your food bill for up to 6 people! 

Eating out is fun. Eating out with the right people is delightful. But a discount on top of that? Now that’s perfection. 

Join us for less and save yourself some cash 💭

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A small, local pub on the river. 

Immaculate food and vibes all year round. The rain isn’t stopping us from delivering you the best food in Bedford 🍽️ 

AND, our resident boat will be making its return in a few weeks. Keep your eyes peeled for any news 🚤
Is it too late to be making New Year’s resolutions like this? 

There’s no better way to spend a little bit of free time. With views like these and food as hearty as you could wish for, there really isn’t much else to ask for 😆

Book a table and see these views for yourself via the link in bio 🔗
A romantic Valentine’s weekend at a beautiful riverside pub. 

A place to switch off from the outside world and tune into the people you love the most. 

Riverside walks, cosy corners, and the kind of food that requires no explanation. 

Simply book a stay, order what you love, and let us take care other rest 💌