GROUP VISITS
John Bunyan Museum, together with Bunyan Meeting offers groups a fascinating and enjoyable visit that works well stand-alone, or as part of a half or full-day visit.
Click here for a group booking form*.
Complete and save the form and email it to curator@bunyanmeeting.co.uk
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Print off the form, complete and post it to The Curator, John Bunyan Museum, Bunyan Meeting, Mill Street, Bedford, MK40 3EU
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* It is advisable to contact us before submitting your form to ensure that your preferred dates and times are available.
THE BASICS
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A typical Museum and Church visit lasts 1.5 hours and comprises:
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welcome talk and orientation
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museum tour and time to browse
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Time to visit the shop
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Bunyan Meeting talk and time to explore.
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£3 a head, including museum and church talks
Group size minimum 10, maximum 50
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REFRESHMENTS (OPTIONAL)
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Tea or coffee and biscuits £1 per head. Served in Bunyan Meeting’s historic Large Hall.
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Light refreshments (sandwiches, cake, and drinks) available in the Foyer Coffee Shop. (Max group size 20 - please request at time of booking for menu and prices)
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Hot food served in the large hall 12-2pm as part of Wednesday lunches - ask at time of booking for menu and prices (Min two week notice required for order)
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OTHER THINGS TO DO
Working in partnership with ‘Heritage Bedford’ we offer a range of activities to add to your museum visit and make a full John Bunyan or Bedford Heritage day out.
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Bunyan Town Tour (1 hour)
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John Bunyan Boat trip on the River Ouse (1 hour) or book a 'Cruise Plus' tour combining the boat with other Heritage Bedford venues
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Visit to Elstow Abbey and Moot Hall (1 hour including travel)
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Or visit one of the other museums in Bedford, just 2 mins walk from John Bunyan Museum:
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Panacea Museum (45 mins)
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The Higgins (1.5 to 3 hours)
EXTERNAL TALKS
We can also come out to speak to your group; we offer talks of 30mins, 45mins, and 60mins (see below)
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CLICK HERE to download a booking form
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TALK THEMES:
John Bunyan: His Life and Times. A talk about Bedfordshire’s famous son, John Bunyan, his life, times, and world renown work; The Pilgrim’s Progress.
Longer talks may also include use of the museum’s handling collection, in which case a table will be required.
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*Travel costs charged at £0.45ppm
