Match Preview: Real Bedford vs Bury Town
The Pirates are at home for the second time in four days. This time, they face newly-promoted Bury Town in the Southern League Premier Central.
Rob Sinclair’s side have picked up five points from their first six league matches, putting them five points behind Tuesday’s opponents.
Here is everything you need to know ahead of the match.
MATCH DETAILS
Date: Tuesday 9th September
Venue: Ledger Stadium, McMullen Park, Meadow Lane, Bedford, MK44 3LW.
Kick-Off: 7:45pm
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
Bury Town gained promotion to step three for the first time since the 2014/15 season in May 2025. The Blues beat Brightlingsea Regent 1-0 in the Isthmian League North play-off final, thanks to a 94th minute winner from Edward Upson.
So far this season, Bury Town have won three, drawn one and lost two in their opening six matches, leaving them seventh in the table.
On the road, Cole Skuse’s side have picked up four points from their opening three games. This includes a 2-0 defeat to Stourbridge, a 2-2 draw against Worcester City and a 2-0 victory at Stamford, most recently.
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 our new 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 new Pirate burger.
Coffee Hut
A new addition to the matchday experience at the Ledger Stadium is the coffee hut located opposite the pitch. 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 All Supporters
You can watch the game via our in-house streaming platform, Pirate TV. Click the following link here to watch the game live on Tuesday 9th September. All supporters will be able to view this livestream, as there are no Geo-blackout rules for a Tuesday night.
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.
