There is always something to do in Bedfordshire – home to the biennial Bedford River Festival, the renowned Twinwood Festival, the vibrant Luton Carnival, the traditional Bedfordshire Country Show and the quirky Woburn Oyster Festival.

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Over 2,500 animals-and that's just at ZSL Whipnade Zoo - add in the population of Woburn Safari Park, three open farms, and the residents of The Birds of Prey Centre that's a lot of creatures great and small to meet!

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If you're looking for a relaxing weekend break Bedfordshire provides a short trip to a tranquil retreat. Unspoilt, untamed and calm , we've all you need to wash away your stress and worries

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Thrills on wheels, wings or water! Drive a high performance car or get close to jet fueled drag racers. Fly a glider or experience the freedom of body flying or flow riding. Go wakeboarding or just paddle your own canoe-add in paintballing and this is one great place to be!

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