Bedford Audio Tour: Journey Through Bedford's Timeless Tapestry

Above photo: Alexander P Kapp, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

A cannonball still lies buried in Bedford’s heart—a silent witness to battles fought and secrets kept along its winding streets.

This self-guided audio tour leads you through the city’s unexpected corners, inviting you to uncover stories that echo far beyond the guidebooks. Wander at your own pace and unlock hidden dramas stitched into Bedford’s very fabric.

What panic swept through the Bedford Corn Exchange during wartime broadcasts? Which priceless relic vanished from The Higgins Art Gallery under the cover of night? Why does the stonework at Bedford Castle bear marks that no stonemason claims responsibility for?

Move from riverside to market square, piecing together scandals and mysteries. Watch modern Bedford transform as each stop reveals buried intrigue and a past that breathes beneath every step.

Begin your journey now. Dig up the tales still vibrating beneath Bedford’s quiet surface.

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• Duration: 56 minutes
  
• Distance: Around 1.9 km (1.2 miles)
  
• Audio Content: up to 30min
  
• Meeting Point: Start at Bedford Civic Theatre, only a 12 minute walk from Bedford Train Station
  
• Stops: 12 captivating landmarks including Castle, Bedford, Bedford Corn Exchange, Bedford Civic Theatre
  

Experience the charm of Bedford like never before. Dive deep into tales of yesteryears, marvel at architectural wonders, and feel the pulse of the city as you navigate through its vibrant streets.

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• Professionally narrated audio stories bringing Bedford's history to life
  
• Interactive map to guide your journey seamlessly
  
• Opportunities to explore and capture the city's most picturesque spots
  
• Flexibility to start, pause, and resume the tour at your convenience
  

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• This is a self-guided audio tour on your phone so no in-person guide.
  
• You'll need a smartphone with Android 7.0+ or iOS 16+ (iPhone 8 or later).
  
• You can start the tour at any time (the event time does not matter).
  
• The tour will be available to you forever so you can explore on any day.
  
• Bring headphones and make sure your phone is charged!
  

Once you book the tour, you'll receive an email within 10 minutes containing your unique redemption code and simple instructions to download our app. Enter the code, and you're all set to explore Bedford on your terms.

It doesn't matter which date or time you select, when you redeem the code, the audio tour will be available to you permanently so you can explore on any day.

Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple seeking a romantic escapade, a family on an educational outing, or a group of friends eager for adventure, this tour caters to all. It's perfect for those who value flexibility, rich storytelling, and the freedom to explore without constraints.

AllTours is your ultimate travel companion for immersive audio tours. Discover cities like never before as our app reveals the stories behind the sights. Just plug in your headphones and explore!

With AllTours, you'll experience:

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• Immersive Experiences: Our digital guides bring landmarks to life with captivating stories and historical insights
  
• Offline Access: Download tours and maps for offline use – perfect for travelers concerned about data usage
  
• Interactive Maps: Navigate effortlessly with our user-friendly interface showing the optimal route
  
• Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume tours whenever you want – explore at your own pace
  
• Multilingual Support: Enjoy tours in your preferred language with our extensive language options
  

AllTours transforms ordinary sightseeing into extraordinary adventures. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, we help you explore like a local while learning fascinating stories along the way.

You will visit the following locations:

• 🎭  Bedford Civic Theatre (3min)
• 📍  Bedford Corn Exchange (2min)
• 🏛️  Old Town Hall, Bedford (3min)
• 🏛️  Shire Hall, Bedford (3min)
• ⛪  St Paul's Church, Bedford (3min)
• 📍  Reflections of Bedford (3min)
• 🗿  Statue of John Bunyan, Bedford (2min)
• ⛪  St Peter's Church, Bedford (3min)
• 🏛️  The Higgins Art Gallery & Museum (3min)
• 🏛️  John Bunyan Museum (2min)
• 🏰  Castle, Bedford (3min)
• 🚉  Bedford bus station (4min)

Each stop features engaging audio stories that bring the location's history and significance to life.

Above photo: Alexander P Kapp, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: KJP1, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Wikimedia Commons contributor, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: matthew Hunt, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0. Cropped & resized.

Above photo: Simon Speed, Wikimedia Commons, Public domain. Cropped & resized.

Our tours are available in 30+ languages to ensure you have the best experience:

🇬🇧 English  • 

🇫🇷 French  • 

🇪🇸 Spanish  • 

🇩🇪 German  • 

🇮🇹 Italian  • 

🇵🇹 Portuguese  • 

🇷🇺 Russian  • 

🇯🇵 Japanese  • 

🇨🇳 Chinese  • 

🇳🇱 Dutch  • 

🇧🇷 Portuguese (Brazil)  • 

🇸🇦 Arabic  • 

🇰🇷 Korean  • 

🇸🇪 Swedish  • 

🇩🇰 Danish  • 

🇫🇮 Finnish  • 

🇵🇱 Polish  • 

🇨🇿 Czech  • 

🇭🇺 Hungarian  • 

🇬🇷 Greek  • 

🇹🇷 Turkish  • 

🇮🇳 Hindi  • 

🇦🇱 Albanian  • 

🇪🇹 Amharic  • 

🇦🇲 Armenian  • 

🇧🇩 Bengali  • 

🇧🇦 Bosnian  • 

🇧🇬 Bulgarian  • 

🇲🇲 Burmese  • 

🇪🇸 Catalan  • 

🇭🇷 Croatian  • 

🇪🇪 Estonian  • 

🇬🇪 Georgian  • 

🇮🇳 Gujarati  • 

🇮🇸 Icelandic  • 

🇮🇩 Indonesian  • 

🇮🇳 Kannada  • 

🇰🇿 Kazakh  • 

🇱🇻 Latvian  • 

🇱🇹 Lithuanian  • 

🇲🇰 Macedonian  • 

🇲🇾 Malay  • 

🇮🇳 Malayalam  • 

🇮🇳 Marathi  • 

🇲🇳 Mongolian  • 

🇳🇴 Norwegian  • 

🇮🇷 Persian  • 

🇮🇳 Punjabi  • 

🇷🇴 Romanian  • 

🇷🇸 Serbian  • 

🇸🇰 Slovak  • 

🇸🇮 Slovenian  • 

🇸🇴 Somali  • 

🇰🇪 Swahili  • 

🇵🇭 Tagalog  • 

🇮🇳 Tamil  • 

🇮🇳 Telugu  • 

🇹🇭 Thai  • 

🇺🇦 Ukrainian  • 

🇵🇰 Urdu  • 

🇻🇳 Vietnamese

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