The Grand Raffle 2026 - Sun 19th Jul at 08.00

The Club Grand Raffle will be run this year to raise much needed funds to support local charities

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Social Trends & their impact on the Brewing Industry

Social Trends & their impact on the Brewing Industry

Joanna Dring - Head Of Media at The HEINEKEN Company gives a insight into the changes in brewing

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Bedford Foodbank 2025-26

Bedford Foodbank 2025-26

Sarah Broughton provides the Club with an update on the activities at the Bedford Foodbank

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Bridging the Gap to Literacy    10th July 2023

Bridging the Gap to Literacy 10th July 2023

Members of the Rotary Club of Bedford Castle together with students and staff from Bedford Academy will be attempting to cross 100 bridges in one day

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Musician of the Year 2026

Musician of the Year 2026

We have four participants vying for a spot in the Symphonia Master Class taking place on June 28th. This is likely to be a stern test for all those taking part but will be a valuable experience.

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The Guinness v Murphy's battle for their share in the stout market

The Guinness v Murphy's battle for their share in the stout market

The renowned Guinness brand holds a commanding 80% share of the stout market in the UK, yet it is currently facing a significant supply issue. This evening, our speaker Joanna Dring will provide valuable insights into the recent shifts in market dynamics.

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RYLA 2023  Presentation

RYLA 2023 Presentation

Reece Rennie RYLA Candidate attended the Club Meeting on 3rd October and gave presentation to Club Members on his experience and outcomes.

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Council Meeting

Tue, May 5th 2026 6:00 pm

Council Meeting

Full Council Meeting

 Hostage and Crisis Negotiation

Tue, May 12th 2026 7:00 pm

Hostage and Crisis Negotiation

Our Speaker this evening has decades of experience in high-stakes negotiations, she reveals the life-changing power of communication with insights on the way in which these events are handled in the current global, interconnected world.

Inter Club Quiz Night

Tue, May 19th 2026 7:00 pm

Inter Club Quiz Night

The Inter Club Quiz is our annual challenge our sister Clubs for the Rotary Club Of Bedford Castle Club Quiz Trophy .

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The Life & Times of Agatha Christie

Tue, May 26th 2026 7:00 pm

The Life & Times of Agatha Christie

Our Speaker this evening will be Anne Thomas

Club Committee  Meetings

Tue, Jun 2nd 2026 6:00 pm

Club Committee Meetings

Committee Meetings

Meetings & Venue

Where and when:

We meet on Tuesdays at 1900 Hrs

Mercure Hotel Bedford Centre
2, St Mary's Street
Bedford
MK42 0AR  01234 799988

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