Kempston Town Council

21/10/2026

Join the Mayor of Kempston, Cllr Steve Conway for a Charity Quiz Night ❓🙋

Please click the following link to book your ticket 🎟️

https://www.trybooking.com/uk/HBVI

21/10/2026

Outdoor Light Party - Saturday 31st October💡✝️

Join us at Kempston East Methodist Church for an outdoor light party from 3:30pm. There will be games, crafts, bouncy castle and more.

All are welcome

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14/10/2026

Kempston Set to Shine as Christmas Light Switch On Returns for 2026 🎄

Kempston Town Council is delighted to announce that the Kempston Christmas Light Switch On will take place on Sunday 29 November 2026 at the Kempston Saxon Centre.

Residents and visitors are invited to enjoy a festive afternoon of Christmas market stalls, fairground attractions, live entertainment and seasonal fun from 12 noon to 6.00pm, with the Christmas lights being switched on at 5.00pm.

Kempston Town Council is pleased to welcome One Group Services as the event's principal sponsor. The Council would like to thank the company for its generous support in helping to deliver a memorable community event for the people of Kempston.

Councillor Steve Conway, Mayor of Kempston, said:
"The Christmas Light Switch On is one of the highlights of the year and a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate the start of the festive season."

Town Clerk, Helen White, added:
"This event simply would not be possible without the support of our sponsors, partners, volunteers and local businesses”

Visitors will also benefit from the support of Sainsbury's Kempston, which has kindly agreed to waive its parking restrictions for the day to help those attending the event.

For further information, contact Kempston Town Council on 01234 851005 or email [email protected]

09/10/2026

Win a Halloween Hamper 🏵️

£1 per ticket - all proceeds to the Mayors Charities

Pop in to the office to buy your tickets, or tickets will be available to purchase at the Children's Halloween Event on Thursday 29 October

(Office address: 104 Bedford Road, Kempston MK42 8BG - Monday to Friday 10:00 to 15:00)

28/09/2026

New vehicle registration system at Bedford Borough HWRC goes live

Bedford Borough residents can now register their vehicles online ahead of the new system starting on 1 October 2026. Bedford Borough Council is launching a new vehicle registration system for Barkers Lane Household Waste Recycling Centre (HWRC), designed to protect the service for local residents by reducing misuse by businesses and people from outside the borough.

From Thursday 1 October 2026, all vehicles must be registered online before visiting the HWRC. Registration is free, takes just a few minutes and is valid immediately - removing the previous permit system that could take up to ten working days to approve for certain waste types and vehicles. Cars and pickups are registered for 24 months, vans for 6 months, and hire vehicles for the day of registration.

The online registration portal is now live at www.bedford.gov.uk/HWRC, allowing residents to register their vehicles ahead of the 1 October start date.

Councillor Nicky Gribble, Portfolio Holder for Environment, said, "This new system is about protecting the HWRC for the people who pay for it, Bedford Borough residents. Too many businesses and people from outside the borough have been using our facility, pushing up costs for local taxpayers. The new registration system is quick, easy and immediate. Residents will be able to register in just a few minutes and visit straight away.
“We want to reassure residents that this is not about making responsible disposal harder - it's about making sure the service remains free, safe and available for local households."

Residents can register up to two vehicles to their home address. The ANPR camera at the entrance automatically checks each vehicle. Proof of Bedford Borough address should be brought on every visit and may be requested. The updated terms and conditions are now available at www.bedford.gov.uk/HWRC and should be read before registering a vehicle.

During the first month, site staff will be on hand to raise awareness and help residents who arrive without registering. Residents who are not registered during this period will be accepted on site and given clear instructions on how to register their vehicle for next time. However, all existing rules for vehicle types and waste will continue to be enforced. Vehicles that do not meet these requirements - such as box vans, tipper vehicles, twin-axle trailers or vehicles carrying trade or business waste - will be turned away.

Residents who are less confident using the internet can contact Bedford Borough Council Customer Services for support with registering a vehicle. The online process takes just a few minutes, but help is available for those who need it. Full details of the new system, including terms and conditions, allowed waste types and vehicle restrictions, and frequently asked questions, are available at www.bedford.gov.uk/HWRC

21/09/2026

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15/09/2026

Anniversary - Love Your Countryside - Walk

📆 Saturday 3rd October 10.30am
🌳Bromham Mill, Stevington, Great River Ouse circular walk
🕚 Starting at 10.30 the walk should take about 2 hours
🥤The cafe at Bromham Mill will be open for parking and refreshments
✍️ Please sign up here:

Please click the link to complete this form.

10/09/2026

Please contact Debra at Beds RCC if you, or anyone you know, is interested in finding out more about this project.