Real Bedford v Bury Town
Real Bedford welcome Bury Town to the Ledger Stadium on Tuesday 20th October for a top-of-the-table clash under the lights.
The Pirates currently lead the division with 28 points from ten matches, having recorded nine victories and one draw. Bury sit second, just one point behind, setting up a meeting between two sides who have made excellent starts to the campaign.
MATCH DETAILS
Date: Tuesday 20th October 2026
Kick-Off: 7:45pm
Venue: Ledger Stadium, McMullen Park, Meadow Lane, Bedford, MK44 3LW
TICKETS
Tickets are available to purchase online via the club website here. Tickets are cheaper when bought in advance, so secure yours now and save.
Advance Prices:
- Adult: £12
- Concession (60+): £7
- Youth (13-17): £4
- Child (Under 12): £2
- Groundhopper: £17
Matchday Prices:
- Adult: £14
- Concession (60+): £9
- Youth (13-17): £6
- Child (Under 12): £3
- Groundhopper: £17
Groundhopper tickets include a general admission into the ground, a matchday programme, and a free hot drink or cold soft drink.
OPPOSITION FOCUS
Based in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, Bury Town have quickly built on their return to Step 3 football. The Blues are managed by Cole Skuse, supported by assistant Paul Musgrove, with both committing to remain at the club for the 2026/27 campaign.
Promotion arrived in dramatic fashion in May 2025, when Ed Upson scored a 93rd-minute winner in the Isthmian North play-off final. A crowd of 2,139 witnessed Bury secure their return to Step 3 after a decade away.
The Blues subsequently finished 13th in the Southern League Premier Central in 2025/26, collecting 58 points from 42 matches. This season has brought a considerable improvement in results: nine wins from their opening ten league games have put them firmly among the early frontrunners. Their current record includes 19 goals scored and only eight conceded.
Bury began the league campaign with six consecutive victories before a narrow 1-0 defeat at Bromsgrove Sporting. They responded with a 1-0 home win against Hitchin Town, settled by Jamie McGrath, and followed that with a 2-1 victory at Bishop’s Stortford.
Their FA Cup campaign ended in the third qualifying round, with a 1-1 home draw against Spalding United followed by a 4-0 defeat in the replay. League form has been stronger, and Real Bedford can expect a demanding evening against opponents who have consistently found ways to collect three points.
GETTING TO THE LEDGER STADIUM
Fans travelling via the M1 should leave the motorway at Junction 13 before joining the A421 Bedford Bypass. Continue on the A421 before taking the A603 Sandy exit. The Ledger Stadium is approximately 200 yards on the left-hand side of Meadow Lane. Follow the Real Bedford signage upon turning onto Meadow Lane. Sat Nav: MK44 3LW
PARKING
Limited parking is available immediately before the Ledger Stadium on the left-hand side. An overflow car park is also available immediately on the right as you enter Meadow Lane. Supporters are encouraged to arrive early or travel together where possible.
FOOD & DRINK
Our food and drink outlets will be open all day, serving a range of hot food, snacks and refreshments. Fans can also enjoy beers from our partners at Brewpoint, including Supernova Helles Lager, Genesis Stout, Foghorn Hazy Session IPA, Lodestar Pacific Pale Ale, and much more.
The popular Pirate Burger will be available, alongside a selection of hot and cold food, from our food kiosk, which will be firing up throughout the afternoon, serving all your favourites including burgers, hot dogs and more.
REAL COFFEE CART
The Real Coffee Cart will be open opposite the pitch, serving a wide range of freshly prepared coffees, teas and hot drinks from our very own Real Coffee.
CLUB SHOP
The Real Bedford Club Shop will be open, throughout the afternoon. Supporters can purchase: 2026/27 replica kits, Hoodies & t-shirts, Accessories, Official club merchandise and much more.
ACCESSIBILITY
Two disabled parking bays are available outside the stadium. A designated accessible viewing area is located at the front of the main stand. For any accessibility enquiries, please contact: hello@realbedford.com
LIVE STREAM
This fixture will be livestreamed for all supporters. Watch on PirateTV.
FOLLOW THE MATCH
Can’t make it to the Ledger Stadium? You can follow the action live via our X account, with key match updates throughout the afternoon. Half-time and full-time updates will also be shared across all our social media channels.
A full match report will be available on the website shortly after the final whistle, while match highlights will be uploaded to our YouTube channel in the days following the fixture.
Follow @realbedford on X and Instagram.