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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. It doesn’t stop there… we’ve also found delightful wines from Warden Abbey Vineyard and guest ales from Bedfordshire and surrounding counties.

Dining Offers this June

Afternoon Tea

Enjoy our afternoon tea for just £20 (usually £25). Quote code: TIMEFORTEA upon booking

Valid any day of the week, 3-5pm

 

Tipples on the Terrace

Order any two pizzas and a bottle of house wine for £30. Quote code: TIPPLES26 upon booking

Valid any time, Monday - Saturday

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Live Music on The Jetty

As the days get longer and the river does its thing, we’re bringing live music to The Jetty every bank holiday weekend.

Pull up a chair, order something cold, and let the music drift over the water as the evening rolls in. Whether you’re settling in for a long lazy afternoon or catching the sunset after dinner, there’s no better spot to soak it all in.

Saturday 29th August: 1-3:30pm – Blake Baker
Sunday 30th August: 2-4:30pm – Amy Gray & Steve Jones
Monday 31st August: 2-4:30pm – Laura Menozzi

Of course, we’re in England — so if the weather has other ideas, we’ll bring the party inside and keep the good times going whatever the skies decide.

Unique Dining Spaces

The warmer months are here – and there’s no lovelier spot to soak them up than a riverside table at The Kingfisher. Pull up a chair, breathe in the fresh air, and enjoy stunning views of the water as you dine. Our vibrant seasonal menus are ready and waiting, crafted to make the most of everything this time of year has to offer.

Two bottles of beer held in a cheers toast. Large prawns in a bowl on a wooden table.

Menu Highlight

As the days grow longer and the air fills with warmth, we’re embracing lazy afternoons and long, lingering evenings filled with fresh flavours, great company and sun-soaked memories.

From vibrant salads and light seasonal bites to perfectly cooked steaks and our legendary Sunday roasts, there’s something for everyone this season at The Kingfisher.

“Everything about the Kingfisher was perfect – the customer service was excellent, the restaurant was warm and inviting and our food was delicious – we will definitely be back!” – December 2024

Laughter is brightest where food is best

Irish Proverb
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Gatherings

At The Kingfisher we know how to throw a party! With a choice of unique spaces the possibilities are endless and best of all – you can sleep over.

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Meetings

Need an inspiring venue? Then look no further! At The Kingfisher we have a choice of inviting spaces and rooms for you to host your epic event.

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We are delighted to share that we will be showing all of the early evening kick offs for this year’s FIFA World Cup, out on The Jetty.

The games will be show on our brand new TV screen.

With drinks and food on tap, and the biggest sporting event in the world on show, there really is no better place to be.

See you there 🍻

(Please note this will be weather dependant given the current state of torrential rain 🌧️ In the event of bad weather, we will also be showing the games in the bar)

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We are delighted to share that we will be showing all of the early evening kick offs for this year’s FIFA World Cup, out on The Jetty. The games will be show on our brand new TV screen. With drinks and food on tap, and the biggest sporting event in the world on show, there really is no better place to be. See you there 🍻 (Please note this will be weather dependant given the current state of torrential rain 🌧️ In the event of bad weather, we will also be showing the games in the bar)

The perfect way to spend an evening in Bedford this summer 🚤

📍 The Kingfisher, Bedford

Join us for a summer of boating, eating and drinking. What’s not to love?

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The perfect way to spend an evening in Bedford this summer 🚤 📍 The Kingfisher, Bedford Join us for a summer of boating, eating and drinking. What’s not to love?

Your summer plans just got a whole lot more exciting 😆

Stay with us between 24th July and 31st August and save 20% on the below rates:

🛏️ Bed & Breakfast

🍽️ Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Book your stay via the link in bio

T&Cs apply

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Your summer plans just got a whole lot more exciting 😆 Stay with us between 24th July and 31st August and save 20% on the below rates: 🛏️ Bed & Breakfast 🍽️ Dinner, Bed & Breakfast Book your stay via the link in bio T&Cs apply

Forget WFH, WFP is the latest upgrade 💻

Laptop optional. Riverside view guaranteed.

Book a table via the link in bio…

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Forget WFH, WFP is the latest upgrade 💻 Laptop optional. Riverside view guaranteed. Book a table via the link in bio…

Consider this a formal invitation ✉️

Boat hire is here, and the weather could not be looking more perfect for it.

We’re ready when you are…

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Consider this a formal invitation ✉️ Boat hire is here, and the weather could not be looking more perfect for it. We’re ready when you are…

Bedford’s best kept secret? Potentially…

A pub on the river, a boat on the water and food on the table. What more could you ask for?

Escape to the riverside this summer ☀️

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Bedford’s best kept secret? Potentially… A pub on the river, a boat on the water and food on the table. What more could you ask for? Escape to the riverside this summer ☀️

Fridays just got a whole lot tastier 🐟

Order 2x Catch of the Day dishes with a bottle of house wine for just £40 every Friday this month

Go on then…

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Fridays just got a whole lot tastier 🐟 Order 2x Catch of the Day dishes with a bottle of house wine for just £40 every Friday this month Go on then…

Good views, good food, and live music 🎶

Bank holiday plans are sorted.

Browse our food menu and decide what you’ll be eating by the river (link in bio)

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Good views, good food, and live music 🎶 Bank holiday plans are sorted. Browse our food menu and decide what you’ll be eating by the river (link in bio)

The secret of a bank holiday weekend? Sundays ⛵️

Everyone else heads home after a Saturday night away. But you wake up by the river and gently ease your way into Monday.

Spend your bank holiday the right way - from just £82

And if you need more convincing, we’ve got live music on Monday afternoon too. The whole weekend is yours.

Book your Sunday Stay 🔗

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The secret of a bank holiday weekend? Sundays ⛵️ Everyone else heads home after a Saturday night away. But you wake up by the river and gently ease your way into Monday. Spend your bank holiday the right way - from just £82 And if you need more convincing, we’ve got live music on Monday afternoon too. The whole weekend is yours. Book your Sunday Stay 🔗