February 2026

Each edition includes updates, showcases our efforts to support the community, highlights upcoming fundraising events, and shares stories from our community initiatives. It serves as a unifying connection among us and celebrates our collective achievement

BookTastic, Bedford’s Children’s Book Festival, brings the UK’s leading writers and illustrators to Bedford, inspiring children and encouraging them to engage with books and reading in an exciting and accessible way.

The Rotary Club of Bedford Castle annually committs to sponsoring candidates for RYLA Courses.

Every year the Rotary Club provides opportunities for adults and young people to build confidence and self-esteem by taking part in adventurous outdoor activities at the Calvert Trust's facility in the Lake District

The Rotary Club is proud to stand alongside Bedford Academy in helping young people believe in themselves and aim high. Through interview coaching, literacy support, funding educational visits and opening doors to new experiences, we are helping students

Sailability is supported by the Rotary Club of Bedford Castle

Members of the Rotary Club of Bedford Castle volunteers attend the Bedford Food Bank each week to assist in sorting the food donations ready for delivery