Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity

28/05/2026

Job Opportunity! We're looking for someone to join our established team of Community Wellbeing Champions delivering our service, Community Referral Social Prescribing.

The opportunity will be ideal for someone who has a proven track record of supporting people to be independent and can work confidently with other professionals whilst working in different settings such as Primary Care and Community Settings.

To learn more about the role, and to apply, click here: https://bit.ly/4uHqfNS

27/05/2026

Good morning everyone! A reminder that Ridgmont Station Heritage Centre is open Wednesdays to Saturdays, 11am to 4pm, for light refreshments.

You can also read the East West Railway Company consultation materials at Ridgmont. So, if trains are your cup of tea, come and read the materials with a nice slice of cake and an actual cup of tea! 🍰☕️

The consultation closes Tuesday 9 June.

23/05/2026

Community Hub Notice 🚨

Please note that the community hub at the Jubilation centre, Moulton Avenue will be closed on Monday 25 May for the bank holiday.

We look forward to welcoming everyone back the following week 😊

22/05/2026

As National Walking Month continues, you're invited to join our Wellbeing Walks in Central Bedfordshire and Bedford Borough! 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️

These free, hour-long walks are perfect for anyone, especially if you're currently doing little or no exercise. Walk at your own pace with our trained volunteer leaders and enjoy a friendly chat over a drink at the end.

One participant shared, "I can’t praise them enough. It was important to my recovery and has helped so many of our members after health problems, bereavement and loneliness. It’s fun and the social aspect is so important… Walking keeps you healthy."

Contact Mike at [email protected], or visit: https://bit.ly/40yRhsV

BRCC co-ordinates a range of Walking4Health walk programmes throughout Central Bedfordshire and Bedford Borough led by trained volunteer leaders.

21/05/2026

Bus services changing in Bedford Borough - do you know someone who might be affected? 🚍

With recent changes and withdrawals to some local bus services, many older residents and those with mobility challenges may find it harder to get out and about.

So we’re asking: do you know someone who could benefit from extra support with transport?

Beds RCC offers a Door-to-Door Transport Service for people who:

✔ Live in Bedford Borough
✔ Are of state pension age
✔ Struggle to use or access public transport

Our friendly, reliable service can help people get to:

🛒 Shops
🏥 Medical appointments
👥 Social activities
… and more.

Many eligible people simply don’t know we exist - especially those who have relied on local bus routes that are now changing.

If you have a friend, neighbour or relative who might be affected, please let them know about us. It could make a real difference to their independence and wellbeing.

Get in touch to find out more or refer someone: https://bit.ly/3Pjmvmp

Let’s make sure no one is left isolated due to transport changes!

Road To access any of our road transport services, call 01234 834933 or email us: [email protected] Beds RCC is pleased to provide wheelchair accessible

20/05/2026

Are you looking for a volunteering opportunity? Flitwick Station needs you!

Community rail partnerships (CRPs) have been set up across the country to encourage people to become involved in ‘their’ local railway. The Beds & Herts CRP is no exception.

You could be part of ‘adopting’ a station and support by helping to maintain station planters or ensure the community book exchange is stocked.

Please contact Debra on 07951 175241 or [email protected].

You can also pop along to Flitwick Leisure Centre on Wednesday 27 May between 10:30 and 12pm for a chat.

18/05/2026

Looking for a welcoming space to relax and connect with others? Dunstable Wellbeing Space is open every Thursday, 10:30am to 12:30pm, at Dunstable Community Halls.

Come along to enjoy:

☕ Refreshments
🌱 Gardening and food‑growing activities
🎲 Board games
🤝 Friendly conversations and support

Everyone is welcome - just drop in and enjoy the space!

📅 Thursdays
🕙 10:30am to 12:30pm
📍 Manchester Place, Dunstable, LU6 1HT

Find out more:

Dunstable Wellbeing Space Come along for a friendly space to stay and enjoy, with: Refreshments Gardening and food growing activities Board games Signposting to

17/05/2026

Community Hub at the Jubilation Centre, Mondays 10am to 1pm ☀️

Join us at the Jubilation Centre on Moulton Avenue for a warm and friendly morning together.

✅ Free tea, coffee, biscuits, soup and a roll
✅ Crafts
✅ Books to borrow
✅ Wellness walk with Mike at 10am

Everyone is welcome! Come along, meet new people, relax and enjoy a great community atmosphere ☺️

16/05/2026

Grow Buddies - bringing neighbours together through food growing 🌱

Do you love the idea of growing your own food but don’t have the space? Or do you have a garden that you’re not able to tend anymore and would welcome a helping hand?

Grow Buddies matches:

✅ People who’d like to grow food but don’t have a suitable garden
✅ With people who have gardens but are unable to cultivate them due to reduced mobility or other reasons

Volunteers and garden owners are matched locally, the food is shared and it’s a great way to get to know someone new in your neighbourhood 🤝

The project also includes supportive workshops, with free starter plants and seeds, to help build confidence in growing food.

Find out more or sign up here: https://bit.ly/4vuWqRw

Grow Buddies Grow Buddies brings local people together to grow food. Whether you have a garden to share or want a space to grow, we want to hear from you! Who c

15/05/2026

Fibromyalgia Support group 💜

Join us on Monday 18 May from 12 to 1pm at the Jubilation Centre, Moulton Avenue.

A friendly and supportive space to chat, share experiences and connect with others who understand.

Free tea, coffee and biscuits 🍵🍪

Everyone is welcome! You are not alone 🙌

14/05/2026

Central Bedfordshire Council has launched a multi-week consultation on proposed changes to some of its fees and charges, following approval at a recent Executive meeting.

The consultation runs until midnight on Wednesday 20 May.

Full details, including the online survey, are available at: https://bit.ly/4sqAJiD