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Boat Hire

“There is nothing – absolutely nothing – half so much worth doing as simply messing about in boats” – Kenneth Grahame

Moored on our jetty and available for hourly hire* is Badger our fully electric Ruban Bleu boat.

With a variety of options for picnic packages there is no better way to spend a leisurely afternoon riverside.

*Boat hire is subject to availability and weather conditions

Family Time

Gulliver’s Land – Enjoy a great selection of rides, shows and attractions at Gulliver’s Land Milton Keynes, a family-run theme park designed for children aged between 2 to 13

Bletchley Park – Discover the incredible achievements of Britain’s World War Two Codebreakers, in the place where it happened

Xscape – An unforgettable experience packed with whatever floats your boat

National Trust
Ascott Estate, Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate
– Explore the beautiful scenery of Bedfordshire, from stunning gardens and vibrant flower beds to miles of chalk grassland

The Great Outdoors

Priory Country Park – Explore 360 acre green space made up of lakes, meadows and woodland which is in part enclosed within a bend in the River Great Ouse

Walks and Trails – Connect with nature by walking one of many trails around Bedfordshire

Box End Aqua Park – Enjoy a wide range of watersports activities for all ages

Woburn Safari Park and Go Ape – wildlife park with more than 75 species of exotic and endangered species, including a self-drive road safari and foot safaris with keeper talks. High rope course set within the park offering a thrilling tree-top adventure

A Little Bit of Romance

Theatre – Corn Exchange  – Events and concert venue located on St Paul’s Square in the Castle area of Bedford

Garden Centre – Frosts – Visit beautiful plant nurseries, elaborate events, delicious menus & a unique shopping experience

Brewpoint Brewery – Take a tour around a brand new brewery with brewing experts, they’ll take you through all the details, processes and an exclusive tasting session in the museum

Warden Abbey Vineyard – Explore a stunning, fully volunteer-led vineyard while learning about its fascinating history and indulging in small tasters of their wine

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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 💭

T&Cs apply
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 💌