TThe Towpath CaféCoffee & cake · Bedford
Riverside coffee, cake & brunch

Good coffee, proper cake, by the water.

A little café on the Bedford embankment. Speciality coffee, homemade cakes and an all-day brunch — dogs and muddy boots very welcome.

Local to Bedford
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“The best flat white in Bedford and the carrot cake is dangerous. Lovely spot by the water.”Claire & Sam
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A little café on the Bedford embankment. Speciality coffee, homemade cakes and an all-day brunch — dogs and muddy boots very welcome.

Speciality coffee

Locally roasted beans, flat whites to filter, and a proper cup of tea too.

from £2.80

Homemade cakes

Baked here every morning — victoria sponge, brownies, and a rotating gluten-free.

from £3.50

All-day brunch

Eggs your way, smashed avo, the full works, and veggie options.

from £6.50
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Local to Bedford
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Our weekend ritual

“The best flat white in Bedford and the carrot cake is dangerous. Lovely spot by the water.”

Claire & Sam Verified · ServicePay

Dog-friendly and warm

“Friendly welcome, brilliant brunch, and they made a fuss of our spaniel. Faultless.”

Jo M. Verified · ServicePay
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About

The Towpath Café

Run by Nia and a small team who care about good coffee and a warm welcome. Sunny terrace over the river, blankets for chilly mornings.

Opening hours

Mon–Fri 8am–4pm · Sat–Sun 9am–5pm

Area covered

On the Embankment, Bedford — two minutes from the bandstand.

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