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Mobile Bar copyright Wells and Co

Mobile Bar, Image courtesy of Wells and Co.

 

A Brewery in Bedford: Celebrating 150 Years of

Wells & Co. 

1 July 2026 - 18 April 2027

Somewhere in England Foyer, First Floor - Free entry

 

 

Founded in 1876 by Charles Wells, the business began at Horne Lane Brewery, brewing beers and growing a thriving pub estate. In 2019, it moved to Brewpoint and rebranded as Wells & Co., marking an exciting new chapter. Find out more about their 150 year journey. Also see upcoming event reminiscence session on Thursday 16 July 11am - 12.30pm.

 


 

Rhyme & Reason 2

A Masque for The Yellow Book 1897 by Charles Edward Conder 

 

Rhyme and Reason

25 September 2026 - February 2027

Wixamtree and Connections Gallery - Free Entry

 

Discover the influence of stories and poetry on artists in this new exhibition drawn from the internationally renowned Cecil Higgins Art Gallery Collection. Greek myths and Shakespearian stories, Arthurian legends and poetry will all be explored in the works of artists such as Thomas Gainsborough, Paula Rego, Henry Moore, Ceri Richards and Henri Matisse.

A full colour catalogue by curators Professor Christiana Payne, Dr Mary O'Neill and Victoria Partridge will be available to buy in the shop.