Real Bedford welcome Rushall Olympic to the Ledger Stadium on Saturday 7th November for our Remembrance weekend fixture in the Southern League Premier Central.

The Pirates return home following Tuesday’s 2-1 victory at Anstey Nomads. Goals from Kyran Wiltshire and Jordan Ponticelli overturned an early deficit to end a run of three consecutive league defeats, giving Rob Sinclair’s side a platform to build on this weekend.

Saturday also marks the first-ever meeting between Real Bedford and Rushall Olympic, with the visitors providing another strong test for the Pirates.

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MATCH DETAILS

Date: Saturday 7th November 2026

Kick-Off: 3pm

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.

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REMEMBRANCE WEEKEND

As we come together for Saturday’s fixture, we also remember the service and sacrifice of those who gave their lives in conflict, and those who continue to serve.

Ahead of kick-off, we will pay our respects with the playing of The Last Post, followed by a minute’s silence.

We welcome supporters of both clubs to join us in paying our respects on Remembrance weekend.

OPPOSITION FOCUS

Known as the Pics, Rushall Olympic are managed by Ian Long, supported by assistant Richard Colwell. The Dales Lane club have been among the division’s leading sides this season, collecting 27 points from their opening 16 league matches.

Their record of nine victories and seven defeats is particularly notable for the absence of a draw. With 32 goals scored and 25 conceded, Rushall’s matches have regularly produced goals, and the Pirates will need to be alert to their attacking threat.

Their two most recent outings have ended in defeat. Rushall surrendered a two-goal half-time lead in a 3-2 loss at Kettering Town before Racing Club Warwick secured a 1-0 victory at Dales Lane last Saturday.

Those results give the visitors added incentive to respond in Bedford, while the Pirates will be looking to turn Tuesday’s away victory into another positive run.

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 international 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.