Match Focus: Real Bedford Host Flackwell Heath in the FA VAse
Real Bedford host St. Panteleimon tomorrow, knowing that a win could see them top the Spartan South Midlands Premier Division at the end of the day.
Match Preview
The Pirates come off the back of their first league defeat this season last Saturday against a strong St. Panteleimon side. However, their run in the FA Vase has proved dominant so far with a comfortable 9-1 win against Rothwell in the first round of the competition last month.
Flackwell Heath have had a succesful start to the campaign, with an undefeated start to their league campaign as well as a 7-1 win over Risborough Rangers in the first round of the FA Vase.
Tickets
Tickets are available here in advance on the website as well as at the gate. As always, U19s can come to Real Bedford matches for free.
Livestream
Due to FA regulations we are unable to stream this game. Live commentary on X will be available with commentator Benji Roberts joined by Real Bedford defender Joe Steele! Tune in here
Food and Drink
The clubhouse will be open before the game, at half-time and after the final whistle, with a range of food and drink available.
Merchandise
Merchandise will also be for sale in the club shop, including our 22/23 Champions hoodies and t-shirts and the match day programme.
Parking/Transport
We are entering into an agreement with Bedford Town, Biggleswade FC, and the adjacent meat processing business (Dunbia) to manage car parking. The aims are to ensure visitor safety and maximise available parking. There are costs associated with this, we are therefore going to charge visitors £1 per car for the 2023/24 season. This is the minimum level required to meet our immediate needs.
Both bus routes 72 and 73 to Biggleswade also run services to the ground at regular intervals from Bedford Bus Station. For more travel information, look on the Real Bedford website.
Dogs
We are a dog-friendly club, but we advise owners always to keep their pets on the lead when inside the ground.
ABOUT REAL BEDFORD FC
Real Bedford FC is a non-league football club based in Bedford. Acquired by Peter McCormack in 2021, he set the ambitious goal of getting the team into the football league. After rebranding as Real Bedford, they won a league and cup double in their first season and have been promoted to the Spartan South Midlands Premier League.
The club prides itself on its strong and growing community ties and dedication to developing local talent. With a focus on fostering an inclusive and supportive environment, Real Bedford FC aims to create opportunities for aspiring footballers and promote the sport's growth within the Bedford region.
