The Castle — Bedford

Restaurant · Bedford

The Castle

4.5 (433 reviews)
££ 📍 The Castle, 17 Newnham St, Bedford MK40 3JR

About The Castle

A restaurant in Bedford at a mid-range price point, this one suits families who'd rather eat somewhere calm than somewhere loud — the noise level tends towards quiet, which can be a relief or a pressure depending on your child. There's a kids' menu and high chairs, so a toddler is genuinely catered for rather than tolerated, and gluten-free options mean one less thing to negotiate at the table. Access is step-free, so you can wheel a buggy straight in, and outdoor seating gives you somewhere to go if things get restless. Booking ahead is worth doing.

Kid-friendly features

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Kids menu ✓ Likely
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Highchairs ✓ Likely
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Outdoor space ✓ Yes
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Buggy friendly ✓ Yes
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Vegan options ✓ Likely
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Gluten free ✓ Likely
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Noise level Quiet
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Booking Recommended
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Best for All ages

Tags

#bed and breakfast#hotel#outdoor seating#pub#restaurant
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Three Family Friendly UK Restaurant Activity Packs spread across a table — colouring, drawing and origami pages for kids.

The Free Restaurant Activity Packs Your Table Will Love

A little something creative for your next meal out. Filled with colouring, simple drawing prompts for cute animals, origami and conversation starters designed to bring more play, laughter and connection to the table. 3 free printable packs for toddlers, preschoolers and primary-aged children.

  • Colouring
  • Origami
  • Drawing lessons
  • Table questions

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