Match Preview: Real Bedford vs Royston Town
Saturday 18th October marks the first Bitcoin meetup of the season. Real Bedford host Royston Town in the Southern League Premier Central, with the event to start at 12:00 – three hours before kick-off.
On the pitch, Rob Sinclair’s side will be looking to bounce back after last week’s 2-2 draw against Barwell. The Pirates currently sit in 10th, four points behind Quorn, who occupy the final play-off spot.
Here is everything you need to know ahead of the match.
MATCH DETAILS
Date: Saturday 18th 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.
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
Since 2018, Royston Town have established themselves as regulars in the Southern League Premier Central. They finished 11th in step three last season, ending with 57 points from 42 games.
Chris Watters’ side have struggled in the 2025/26 campaign, though, winning only one of their first 10 league games. They currently sit 20th, with seven points. They have still picked up some notable results, including a victory away at Quorn and a home draw against Halesowen Town last weekend.
Watch out for Kian Harness, who has already scored five goals in all competitions for the Crows.
BITCOIN MEETUP DETAILS
The event will be hosted by our Slovakian Supporters Group, with Chairman Peter McCormack also in attendance, discussing all things Bitcoin. Supporters can purchase a ‘Bitcoin Meetup’ ticket for entry, which includes a General Admission ticket for the match at 3pm.
Included in the Bitcoin Meetup Will Be:
Discussing Bitcoin for anyone interested in learning
Experts sharing their knowledge
Q&A’s
Pizza for all attendees!
You can purchase tickets for the meetup here. Make sure you stay for the match at 3pm, as our men’s team look to make it seven unbeaten in all competitions and climb up the table.
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
International supporters can watch the game via our in-house streaming platform, PirateTV. Click the following link here to watch the game live on Saturday 18th 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.
