Uploaded March 2025 | Updated September 2026, 4 hours ago

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Bedford, then and now. 👀

On Bedford high street, our High Street Heritage Action Zone has revealed and enhanced historic building features to create a more inviting environment for shoppers and visitors.

We protect and support local historic places that communities can be proud of. 93 per cent of people agree that local heritage raises their quality of life.

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