Reminiscence Sessions
Remember When?… - Reminiscence Mornings at The Higgins Bedford
Reminiscence Mornings, Thursdays 11am – 12.30pm
Free Entry, Refreshments £1, No Need to Book
Join in with friendly and informal reminiscence coffee mornings. A great way to meet new people, be inspired by memories and stories of the past.
12 March – ‘Stanny’s Stus’, Bedford Physical Training College
We share stories around inspiring women from this exhibition and our own inspirational women in our lives over the years.
16 April – Ukrainian Easter Traditions
Join us to explore the Easter heritage behind the Ukrainian objects displayed before this exhibition finishes and share your own Easter traditions.
21 May – Bedfordshire Railways 180 years of the Marston Vale LineJoin us to celebrate the anniversary foyer display and explore your own memories of local railways.
25 June – W H Allens Engineering over the decades
Join us in exploring key moments in the company’s history and bring your own memories to share.
16 July – Brewing in Bedford
2026 celebrates 150 years since Charles Wells opened his brewery in Bedford, we remember favourite beers and ales, local pubs and breweries.
Break in August
24 September – Snails for All
Inspired by our Edward Bawden exhibition, join us to share your nature stories of garden insects and animals.
For further information contact Lydia McDonald, Keeper of Social History, Lydia.Mcdonald@bedford.gov.uk.