Keeping Warm this Winter

As part of the Warm Spaces provision, Bedford libraries are providing inclusive and welcoming community spaces with free Wi-Fi and a range of activities. The website shows other venues and the opening days and times.

Website: www.bedford.gov.uk/warm-spaces
Bedford Borough Council may be able to assist with emergency food or fuel provision.

Telephone: 01234 718033
If you find yourself at risk of homelessness, you can contact your local authority:

Bedford Borough Council – Housing Options: 01234 267422
Lines are open: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 09:00 – 17:00 and Wednesday from 10:00 – 17:00. 
Email: housing.advice@bedford.gov.uk
Emergency out of hours: 01234 267422 / 0123411095
Dine with Us – Community Larder – 2B Ashburnham Road, Bedford, MK40 1DS

The best way to keep up to date with the ladder and find out about days and opening time is to follow them on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/DineWithUsOnTheStreetsCherriesLegacy
Support for reducing bills and obtaining emergency grants for gas and electricity in the home.

Website: https://www.bhbh.org.uk/
Telephone: 0800 107 0044
Warm spaces will offer free, non-judgmental spaces where people can go to stay warm and maybe enjoy some company and a hot drink, or simply spend time reading:

Bedford
Please select the below link to see warm spaces at venues:
Warm Spaces, Bedford Borough Council
See website for further details of distribution locations and times: bedford.foodbank.org.uk