A Free Book for Bedford Park's 150th Anniversary
Copies to be delivered to over two thousand homes in the area
Left: One of the historical images included in the publication. Picture: Blue and White 1896, Louise Joplin. NMGM, Lady Lever Art Gallery. Right: An appealing vista between houses in Bedford Park. Picture: Ellen Rooney
July 5, 2025
The Bedford Park Society has launched a free publication: “Beautiful Bedford Park — a celebration of the suburb’s history and architecture” and plans to deliver 2,300 copies to homes in the area.
The 42-page publication is part of the commemoration of this year’s 150th anniversary of the suburb and tells the story of how the area was conceived and developed from 1875 when founder Jonathan Carr’s vision for a garden suburb became the model for many future suburbs. It includes articles on the architecture, interiors, gardens and open vistas highlight the aspects of Bedford Park which make it so special visually and as a community. The publication journeys through to the present day and considers the entire area — from the houses dominated by the designs of Norman Shaw and his followers to the fine surrounding streets in “outer” Bedford Park. Some of the original plans and architectural drawings are included in articles written by recognised experts.
Helen Jameson, Chair of The Bedford Park Society, explained, “During this important year of celebrations we have been delighted to launch two major projects thanks to the hard work of our volunteer team and the generosity of our sponsors. Our popular exhibition being presented in various local venues throughout the year focusses on the communities in Bedford Park since 1875 and our special publication showcases its beauty.”
The front cover of the publication
If you live in Bedford Park, look out for your copy of “Beautiful Bedford Park” when copies are delivered to every one of Bedford Park’s households during the week of 7 July.
If you live outside Bedford Park and would like to pick up a free copy, just pop into the Turnham Green offices of Knight Frank, Savills or Whitmans or contact: information@bedfordpark.org.uk to arrange for a copy to be posted.
The Society thanks Knight Frank, Savills, Whitman & Co and Hounslow Thriving Communities Fund for sponsorship and support in its anniversary projects.
The logo for the Bedford Park 150th anniversary
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