Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity (Beds RCC) caring for our communities across Bedfordshire with Ridgmont Station Heritage Centre & Warden Abbey Vineyard.
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We’re excited to have Animal Edge Petting Farm joining us at our Open Day on Sunday 13 September! This family-run farm brings a hands-on experience with friendly animals. It’s a perfect chance to enjoy a fun day out and support local talent. Book tickets: bit.ly/4fR7e6E
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Join us for our annual Open Day and Wine Sale on Sunday 13 September, from 11am to 4pm.
✅ Walk amongst the vines
✅ Free wine tasting
✅ Guided vineyard tours
✅ Food and craft stalls
✅ Family entertainment
✅ Petting farm and ice cream
Book now: bit.ly/4fR7e6E
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This year marks a remarkable milestone as Stewartby celebrates its centenary, 100 years since the village was established in 1926 for workers of the London Brick Company. To mark the occasion, the "100 Years of Stewartby History" exhibition will take place on 5 September.
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New items at the Gift Shop!
Available for purchase from this week at the Ridgmont gift shop: beautifully illustrated Railway Poster Art calendars for 2027.
Get them whilst stocks last!
We're open from Wednesday to Saturday, 11am to 4pm.
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Make the most of the summer with activities taking place across our libraries, children's centres & outdoor spaces. From fun family events to inclusive sessions for children with special educational needs and disabilities, there's something for everyone. centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/s…
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This summer, join us for a variety of activities at our libraries, children's centres, and outdoor venues. There's something for everyone. We also offer activities designed for children with special educational needs and disabilities. Find out more: centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/s…
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📍 Have your say on sites submitted for possible inclusion in Central Bedfordshire's new Local Plan. Share your views by 17 August 2026.
Take part: centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/c…
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Good morning everyone! We haven't had rain for a while now... We may not be able to do anything about that, but we can satiate your thirst at Ridgmont 🍵
We're open from tomorrow (Wednesday) until Saturday, 11am to 4pm, offering tea/coffee and a nice cake, scones and more! 🍰
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Bookings for our Afternoon Tea this Sunday close later today. If you're looking for a delightful way to spend the afternoon with friends or family, we'd be delighted to welcome you to the vineyard: wardenvineyard.org.uk/event/…
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Paella Evening in the Vineyard - last chance to buy tickets! The weather is looking better for Saturday, so join us for a lovely summer evening among the vines at Warden Abbey Vineyard!
📅 Saturday 13 June
🕕 From 6:15pm (dinner at 7pm)
Book now: bit.ly/4a1gzTg
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Looking for some lovely, locally-made candles to brighten up your home? Pop in to Ridgmont and get your own Emma Vine candles! 🕯️
£7.99 for small and £9.99 for large. Different designs available: Vanilla scents or Steam train 😍
#Ridgmont #Candles #HandmadeCandles #MadeInUK
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Wondering about a present for mum this coming Mother's Day? 🌸
Our gift shop is full of delightful, railway-themed products - from calendars and cups, to books and beer! Pay a visit to Ridgmont and see if there's something that could brighten your mother's day!
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Good news! Our Rails to Roots offer has been nominated in the Community Rail Awards 2026 in the category of Best Community Engagement Project!
Beds and Herts CRP has also been nominated in the photo competition.
Read all about it here: bit.ly/4tEBir1
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Happy World Drink Wine Day! It's a fitting day to raise a glass to English wine - and to the beautiful heritage and community spirit of Warden Abbey Vineyard. Our upcoming events offer something special for everyone. Visit our website for more info: bit.ly/4qwOxHj
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Rails to Roots returns to Ridgmont! We’re delighted to share that the Rails to Roots garden group will be returning to Ridgmont Station Heritage Centre!
📅 Sessions resume 18 February
🕙 10am to 12pm
📍 Ridgmont Station Heritage Centre
Full details here: bit.ly/4aEswRk
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We’re looking for Catering Assistant Volunteers to join our friendly Friends of Ridgmont Station Team 🚂
Duties include serving tea, coffee, homemade cakes and scones to visitors and taking payments. Food Hygiene Training provided.
E-mail: [email protected].
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Announcement: The Heritage Centre will reopen on Wednesday 19 February. The opening hours will be Wednesday to Friday, from 11am to 3pm. Tea/coffee and homemade cakes and scones will be available.
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If you're receiving adult social care services you may receive a postal survey asking for your views. Please help us by completing and returning the survey in the SAE so we can develop better services. This is a national survey run by us on behalf of DHSC.
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Our volunteers were back in the vineyard to start the winter pruning - despite the snow! Regular volunteer sessions are on Tuesday & Friday mornings - if you'd like to come and give us a try, then contact us: [email protected]. More details here: bit.ly/4auCVwC
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Last chance to buy our limited edition Abbot's Garden Gin! A spirited infusion of heritage pears and apples from the site of the monks’ home farm.
Collection is by arrangement, so to get before Christmas orders should be placed by 23 December: bit.ly/4pj0Wz6