Match Preview: Real Bedford Women Vs Bournemouth
Real Bedford hosts league leaders Bournemouth in the FA Women’s National League South. Charlie Bill’s side were unable to make it six consecutive home wins due to a defeat against Hashtag, but the Pirates will be looking to bounce back at home against the Cherries.
Here is everything you need to know ahead of Sunday:
MATCH DETAILS
Date: Sunday 16th November
Venue: Ledger Stadium, McMullen Park, Meadow Lane, Bedford, MK44 3LW.
Kick-Off: 2:00pm
TICKETS
This season, we've frozen ticket prices when bought online in advance. Adults are just £6, concessions are £4, and Under-18s go free. On the day, prices rise to £8 for adults, £6 for concessions, and £2 for Under-18s. Book early and save.
Advance tickets are available to buy on the club website.
The list of advance prices can be found below:
General Admission: £6
Concession: £4
Child (U18): Free
Ticket prices on the day can be found below:
General Admission: £8
Concession: £6
Child (U18): £2
Ground Hopper Special: £15*
*This ticket includes a General Admission Ticket, a Matchday Programme, a Hot/Cold Drink and a Metal Pin Badge
THE OPPOSITION
AFC Bournemouth have enjoyed an excellent start to this season’s campaign with 7 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses. The Cherries secured six points from their last two, which includes a 5-0 away win against AFC Wimbledon in their recent fixture.
Helen Bleazard was announced as the Bournemouth Women’s head coach in September 2025 following her retirement from professional football. The Cherries are currently top of the league, so Bleazard’s focus will be to secure promotion by potentially winning the league. Last season, the Cherries had one of their most successful seasons. The 18th successive league game and 18th league win in a row saw them confirmed as champions.
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 ALL SUPPORTERS
You can watch the game via our in-house streaming platform, PirateTV.
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 @RBFCWomen on X and @realbedfordwomen on Instagram.
