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Bedford Swan Hotel
📍
The Embankment, Bedford MK40 1RW, United Kingdom
Conference VenueHotel
Historic riverside hotel in Bedford town centre offering elegant meeting rooms and conference facilities.
About This Venue
The Bedford Swan Hotel is a charming historic hotel situated on the banks of the River Great Ouse in Bedford town centre. This traditional English hotel combines period character with modern facilities, offering versatile meeting and conference spaces suitable for corporate events, weddings, and private functions. The venue features multiple meeting rooms with natural daylight, modern AV equipment, and professional catering services. Its central location provides easy access to Bedford's shopping areas, restaurants, and transport links, while guests can enjoy riverside views and peaceful surroundings. The hotel's experienced events team ensures every function runs smoothly, from intimate boardroom meetings to larger celebrations.
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Indicative Budget
£4,500–£8,500
Typical day-delegate event for ~100 guests
Capacity (max)
200
Typical attendees
100
Per-head range
£45–£85
Currency
GBP
Indicative budget only — based on a typical day-delegate event (100 guests at £45–£85 per head). Final pricing depends on date, F&B, AV, accommodation and rate negotiation. Submit a brief for a tailored quote.
Capacity
200
Maximum Capacity
120
Theatre Style
200
Reception Style
Meeting Rooms
| Room Name | Area (m²) | Theatre | Boardroom | U-Shape | Classroom | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Riverside Suite | 85 | 120 | 30 | 35 | 60 | |
Swan Room | 45 | 50 | 20 | 18 | 25 | |
Executive Boardroom | 25 | 20 | 12 | 10 | 12 |
3 meeting rooms available • Total capacity: up to 120 people
Features & Amenities
✓Free WiFi
✓AV Equipment
✓Natural Daylight
✓Riverside Location
✓On-site Catering
✓Wedding Licensed
✓Private Dining
✓Event Coordination
✓Business Centre
✓Restaurant
📐 Space Specifications
800
Total Space (m²)
3.2m
Ceiling Height
✓
Licensed Venue
Professional Hotel space
🍽️ Food & Catering
🍴Restaurant On-site
🍷Bar On-site
Dietary Options
VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalal
Full catering service available
🎤 AV Equipment
✓Projector
✓Screen
✓PA System
✓Microphones
✓Wi-Fi
✓Flip Charts
✓Lectern
✓Staging
🎯 Suitable For
📋Business Meetings
📋Conferences
📋Training
📋Workshops
📋Wedding Receptions
📋Private Dining
♿ Accessibility
✓Wheelchair accessible entrance✓Accessible toilet facilities✓Ground floor meeting rooms available
Transport & Parking
🚆 Public Transport
Bedford railway station 0.8 miles (10 minute walk) with direct trains to London St Pancras (45 minutes). Regular bus services from Bedford bus station. Luton Airport 25 miles, London airports accessible via train connections.
🅿️ Parking
✓ On-site parking available
Limited on-site parking available. Public car parks within 200 metres including Lurke Street and River Street car parks.
Availability
📅 Booking Lead Time
7 days minimum notice
👥 Capacity by Setup
120
theatre
30
boardroom
60
classroom
35
u shape
80
cabaret
200
reception
100
dining
90
banquet
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum capacity?
Up to 200 guests for dining events, 150 theatre style, 80 boardroom style
What AV equipment is available?
Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and Wi-Fi included
Is catering available?
Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment packages
Is there parking available?
Complimentary on-site parking available for guests
Location & Contact
📍 Address
The Embankment
MK40 1RW, United Kingdom
🏷️ Categories
Conference VenueWedding VenueMeeting Rooms
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the maximum capacity?
A: Up to 200 guests for dining events, 150 theatre style, 80 boardroom style
Q: What AV equipment is available?
A: Standard AV equipment including projector, screen, PA system and Wi-Fi included
Q: Is catering available?
A: Full catering services available including breakfast, lunch, dinner and refreshment packages
Q: Is there parking available?
A: Complimentary on-site parking available for guests
🎯 Things to Do Nearby
🏰Historic Site
🏰
Bedford Castle Archaeological Remains
0.3 km (0.2 mi)
🏰
Woburn Abbey Heritage House
22 km (14 mi)
🏛️Museum
🏛️
Higgins Bedford Museum and Gallery
0.5 km (0.3 mi)
🏛️
Shuttleworth Aircraft Collection
19 km (12 mi)
🎭Theatre
🎭
Bedford Corn Exchange Theatre
0.4 km (0.25 mi)
📍Recreation
📍
Priory Marina Leisure Complex
2.1 km (1.3 mi)
🎢Theme Park
🎢
Woburn Safari Park and Adventure
24 km (15 mi)
💡 Local Area: These attractions and shopping areas are located within driving distance of the venue, perfect for delegates attending multi-day events.
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