Bedford's Big High Street Showcase 2014!
On Saturday 14th June from 9.30am - 4.30pm, Bedford High Street will be taken over once again by a special summer festival.
Following on from last year's hugely popular event, which attracted tens of thousands of people to the High Street area and saw footfall double on the Saturday, the Big High Street Showcase is set to return. Expect to see a range of local businesses, community groups and entertainers all coming together on Bedford High Street and Mill Street to showcase their talents in the heart of Bedford.
This community event, organised by Bedford Borough Council, displays the fantastic wealth of independent retailers in Bedford, particularly in, and around, the High Street area. Over 50 businesses will be trading outside on the day, demonstrating their products and services, with many at special event prices. Further events include children's entertainment; craft activities and funfair rides; the Owls from The Raptor Foundation plus the live music and dance stage featuring everything from choirs, bands and soloists to street dancing, swing and classical Indian dance.
Lib Dem Mayor of Bedford Borough, Dave Hodgson, said: "The Big High Street Showcase was a tremendous success last year, with huge numbers of additional visitors attracted to the town centre. We want as many people as possible to come and enjoy the fun this year, too, with an array of activities, stalls, entertainment and more on offer. We're looking forward to a great atmosphere once again, as people take the opportunity to enjoy and support their town centre at this genuine community event."
It's all set to be fantastic family day out, so put it in your diary!