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A boat on the River Great Ouse outside The Kingfisher pub with rooms. Boat Hire

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

Boat Hire

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

Birds of Prey Centre (Herrings Green Activity Farm) – A family-run destination that’s home to over 200 majestic birds of prey and a delightful array of friendly farm animals.

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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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)