Travel & Parking

PARKING: Unfortunately we are unable to provide specific event parking for the Bedford Running Festival. So please be aware the field we have used in the past years will not be in use. There is however, ample parking in Bedford which is in close proximity to Russell Park. Please visit the Bedford Borough Council website for further information on parking in the area. Please make sure you leave enough time to walk to the event after you have parked.

TAXI & GETTING DROPPED OFF: There are no drop offs in Russell Park. We recommend that you are dropped off at Aspects Leisure Park (MK41 9LN) and walk in. This will be a perfect warm up for your Race!

WALKING: The new Event Village location is just a 12 min walk from Bedford High Street. Click HERE for walking directions along the Embankment.

TRAIN: Bedford is just 40 mins from London by train! Bedford train station is on the Midland Main Line from London St Pancras to the East Midlands. For more information visit the National Rail Journey Planner.

CYCLING: There are various options to park your bike securely and we advise local runners to avoid cars. Secure bike parking will be provided inside the Event Village.