Real Bedford Women v Exeter City
Real Bedford Women return to the Ledger Stadium on Sunday 18th October as they welcome Exeter City for their latest FA Women’s National League Southern Premier Division fixture.
The Pirates will be looking to respond to last weekend’s 5-2 defeat at Lewes and build on the performance that secured a 3-1 victory at Plymouth Argyle earlier this month. With another three points on offer, Sunday provides an opportunity to get back to winning ways in front of our home supporters.
MATCH DETAILS
Date: Sunday 18th October 2026
Kick-Off: 2pm
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: £6
Concession (60+): £4
Youth (13-17): £2
Child (Under 12): £1
Matchday Prices:
Adult: £8
Concession (60+): £6
Youth (13-17): £4
Child (Under 12): £2
OPPOSITION FOCUS
Exeter City Women have established themselves in the Southern Premier Division since winning promotion as Division One South West champions in 2024. That title took the Grecians into the third tier for the first time in their history, and they impressed in their debut campaign, finishing fourth in 2024/25.
Last season brought a seventh-place finish, immediately below Real Bedford. Both clubs collected 30 points from 22 matches, with the Pirates finishing ahead on goal difference after each side recorded nine wins, three draws and ten defeats.
Managed by Abbie Britton, Exeter travel to Bedford following a 4-1 home defeat to AFC Wimbledon last Sunday.
That result followed a victory at Fulham, underlining the threat Exeter can pose on their travels. The Pirates will need a strong performance to overcome visitors determined to bounce back.
The clubs first met on 12th October 2025, when Real Bedford secured a 2-0 victory at the Ledger Stadium.
Exeter won the return fixture 2-1 at Coach Road on 22nd March 2026, leaving the head-to-head record level at one victory apiece.
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 @realbedfordwomen on Instagram and @RBFCWomen on X.