What to do and see in Bedfordshire, England: The Best Food & Drink

Ampthill Brewhouse was saved in 2015 and now brews three very 'gluggable' ales for local pubs, clubs and consumers in Ampthill and surrounding areas. We've got a great story and even better ales so come and try them and find out more about us on a tour of our microbrewery.

Hi and welcome to Bedford Cat Café! We are proud to be Bedfords first and only Cat Café. Here at Bedford Cat Café you can come and relax with a book, a hot drink and freshly prepared food and enjoy a cuddle from one of our lovely cats.

Nestled between the picturesque villages of Old Warden and Cardington, vines were first planted on this beautiful Bedfordshire field in medieval times by monks at the Cistercian Abbey of Warden. Replanted in 1986, the four acre vineyard is now run by Bedfordshire Rural Communities Charity as a community project and social enterprise. The vineyard relies totally on its volunteers, who are involved in all aspects of its running, care, and wider development. The project works with other local charities and schools to provide a unique setting for learning and skills projects, including help for people into employment or voluntary work, social and therapeutic horticulture, wildlife and heritage projects. Its wines have won awards at national and international level, and have even been served at royal occasions.

The Bald Buzzard Alehouse is Leighton Buzzards first Micropub opened July 2015 An independent freehouse selling beer straight from the cask. We also sell Still cider, wines, prosecco and canned/bottled drinks. Traditional bar food also available

Brewpoint, in Fairhill in western Bedford. So much more than just a brewery, Brewpoint is a £14m investment in our future, a statement of confidence about the direction of our fifth-generation family business, and our new home. Our stylish beer garden houses a mighty pizza oven, and plenty of outdoor seating so you can make the most of the fairer months whilst keeping warm and cosy with our outdoor shelters & heater. Our pizzas are crafted from freshly-made dough and topped with our in-house tomato base. Our gorgeous artisanal ovens cook all our pizzas from fresh at a scorching 290°. We cater for everyone so we've also got gluten-free and vegan options available too. We can’t wait to welcome you.