Bedford Partnership community news for June
Bedford 2026 GLL Sports Foundation cohort celebrated
At the Bedford GSF Awards 2026 Launch Event held at Mowsbury Golf and Squash Complex on 10 July, 60 guests, including 17 athletes gathered to hear how this year's GSF athlete award fund of £31,900 will help support talented athletes on their sporting journey.
The star of the show was undoubtedly Louis Rolfe MBE who in 2016 won a paralympic gold medal alongside a bronze medal at the games held in Rio. Louis (who is a long term GSF supported athlete) was on hand to give a presentation on his journey through life and sport.
SEND Yoga promoted at Council Yoga event
In Early July The Bedford Yoga and Wellbeing in the Park event hosted by our council colleagues provided a welcoming and inclusive opportunity for residents to improve their physical health, mental wellbeing and social connections in a relaxed outdoor environment.
For the Bedford Better partnership, a key element of the event was the disability yoga session. Not only did it showcase the SEND yoga that takes place at John Bunyan Sports and Fitness, but it importantly demonstrated the importance of ensuring wellbeing activities are accessible to everyone.
Charity cycling event a huge success
On the 20th July, the 3rd version of Ready Steady Ride Bedford brought together children, families and the local community for a fun-filled cycling and scooter event at the Bedford International Athletic Stadium. Designed for children aged 3–12, the event encouraged young participants to ride between one and five miles while raising money to help fund life-changing water well projects in communities around the world. Every child received a commemorative medal in recognition of their effort and achievement.
Robinsons Pool celebrates drowning prevention week
During Drowning Prevention Week, Robinsons Pool and Fitness proudly highlighted the importance of water safety and drowning prevention through a range of awareness activities and community engagement initiatives.The campaign focused on educating children, young people and families about staying safe in and around water, while reinforcing the vital life-saving skills that swimming lessons can provide.
World Yoga Day celebrated
This weekend to celebrate World Yoga Day, Robinsons Pool and Fitness welcomed the community to a series of yoga taster sessions, giving participants the opportunity to experience the physical and mental benefits of yoga. The event encouraged people of all ages and abilities to try something new, promoting wellbeing, relaxation, flexibility and active lifestyles.
Better in Bedford confirmed as a HAF provider
The Bedford Better partnership has been confirmed as a Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) provider, creating more opportunities for local children and families to stay active, healthy and connected this summer in their local leisure centres. The activities will take place at Robinsons Pool & Fitness and includes swimming lessons.