Match Preview: Real Bedford vs Barwell
Tuesday’s last-minute victory against AFC Dunstable secured a fifth consecutive victory in all competitions for the Pirates. We return to league action on Saturday to face Barwell, knowing that a win could move us up into the play-off positions.
Here is everything you need to know ahead of the match.
MATCH DETAILS
Date: Saturday 11th October
Venue: Ledger Stadium, McMullen Park, Meadow Lane, Bedford, MK44 3LW.
Kick-Off: 3:00pm
TICKETS
This season, we've frozen ticket prices when bought online in advance. Adults are just £10, concessions £6, and kids go free. On the day, prices rise to £12 for adults, £8 for concessions, and £2 for kids. Book early and save.
Please ensure you select the correct ticket when purchasing.
Advance tickets are available to buy on the club website here. The list of advance prices can be found below:
General Admission: £10
Concession: £6
Child (U18): Free
Groundhopper Special: £15*
Ticket prices on the day can be found below:
General Admission: £12
Concession: £8
Child (U18): £2
Groundhopper Special: £15*
*Included in the ‘Groundhopper special’ is a match ticket, programme, a cold or hot drink at the bar and a metal pin badge.
THE OPPOSITION
Barwell finished in the relegation zone last season, but were given a reprieve from relegation to step four as Farsley Celtic were not granted a license to play in the third tier of the non-league pyramid.
So far during this campaign, Barwell sit 15th in the Southern League Premier Central. They have won three, drawn none and lost six of their opening nine matches in the league.
The Canaries signed a number of players in the summer and have already picked up some impressive wins, including home victories against St Ives and Stourbridge.
GETTING TO THE LEDGER STADIUM
Fans coming from the M1 should get off the motorway at Junction 13 onto the A421 before continuing on the A421 Bedford bypass. From here, take the third slip road for the A603 Sandy. The ground is located 200 yards on the left.
As you turn left on Meadow Lane, you will see the Real Bedford logo signposted. The postcode you'll need for your SatNav is MK44 3LW.
PARKING
There is parking just before the Ledger Stadium on the left. Availability is limited, though, so we would advise travelling in groups.
When you turn left onto Meadow Lane, there is also an overflow car park immediately on the right.
FOOD AND DRINKS
Once you go through the turnstiles, go past the clubhouse on your right and towards the pitch straight ahead. Just before the playing surface, you’ll find two containers, with a range of food and drink options.
We serve a range of beers thanks to our partnership with Brewpoint. This includes Genesis Stout, Supernova Helles Lager, Foghorn Hazy Session IPA and Lodestar Pacific Pale Ale.
You can also try out our range of beers at the Official Brewpoint Hut, located adjacent to the tunnel and opposite the pitch. Inside the clubhouse, you can buy the Supernova Helles Lager, which is popular on matchdays.
It is also worth trying out the range of hot and cold food available, including the Pirate burger.
REAL COFFEE CART
The coffee cart, which is located opposite the pitch, has been a popular addition to the matchday experience at the Ledger Stadium. You will be able to try out the most popular hot drinks found in Real Coffee, located on the High Street in Bedford.
MERCHANDISE STORE
You can locate the merchandise store next to the coffee hut opposite the pitch. You can purchase the 2025/26 home and away shirts, Real Bedford branded jumpers, t-shirts, accessories and much more.
ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION
There are two bays of disabled parking outside the Ledger Stadium. Inside the ground, there is also a designated area for disabled supporters at the front of the main stand.
If you have any questions, contact us via email: hello@realbedford.com
LIVE STREAM FOR INTERNATIONAL SUPPORTERS
You can watch the game via our in-house streaming platform, PirateTV. Click the following link here to watch the game live on Saturday 11th October.
FOLLOW THE MATCH ON SOCIAL MEDIA
If you can’t make the game, you can follow the match via our official X and Instagram accounts. A match report will also be posted on the club website, detailing the key moments in the game.
Follow @realbedford on X and Instagram.
