John Bunyan Museum

John Bunyan Museum John Bunyan Museum tells the story of the Bedford man who wrote The Pilgrim’s Progress, one of the greatest novels in the English language.

John Bunyan Museum tells the story of the life, works, and times of Bedfordshire's famous son, John Bunyan (1628- 1688), who wrote The Pilgrim's Progress and other religious and spiritual works of literature. During his remarkable life Bunyan was a soldier, tinker, preacher and dissenter. He spent 12 years in Bedford prison for illegal preaching and it was here that he wrote his masterpiece.

Planning summer holiday activities? Looking for affordable ‘cheap and cheerful’ arts and crafts to keep the children ent...
26/06/2026

Planning summer holiday activities? Looking for affordable ‘cheap and cheerful’ arts and crafts to keep the children entertained for a few hours- then John Bunyan Museum has you covered (on Thursdays at least). Crafty Thursdays 11am-3pm (last entry 2.30pm) drop in - just £2 per child! Bedford England Best kept Secret Bedford Clanger

Activities this Easter at the museum, just £2 per child
28/03/2026

Activities this Easter at the museum, just £2 per child

10/03/2026

Ridgmont Station Heritage Centre is open for the week from Wednesday. Opening hours are Wednesday – Friday 11:00 – 3:00. Free entry! Donations are welcome.

Guided tours provided by the fantastic Friends of Ridgmont Station volunteers.

Tea/coffee, soft drinks, homemade cakes & scones available served by the Friends of Ridgmont Station.

A range of souvenirs and locally made items are on sale in the Gift Shop too!

All just 20 minutes by train on the Marston Vale Line from Bedford or Bedford St Johns stations. Bedfordshire Bus Pass holders travel half price!



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20/01/2026

John Bunyan needs you!
Find out about volunteering at the museum, coffee shop, or Basement on Saturday 24th January 10.30am.

Come for a tour, chat, and a cuppa

Meeting at the Coffee Shop Bunyan Meeting

Address

Bunyan Meeting, Mill Street
Bedford
MK403EU

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

01234 270303

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