In this episode of The Bedford Podcast, Ken Parsons sits down with adventurer, entrepreneur and outdoor pioneer Richard Harpham. From growing up in Bromham and finding his tribe at Bedford Blues, to kayaking across oceans and launching Canoe Trail on the River Great Ouse, Richard’s story is one of energy, resilience and possibility. They explore the power of sport, the importance of role models, and why Bedford’s green and blue spaces are its greatest assets. It’s a conversation about community, courage and the “Bedford effect” — and how one town can inspire adventures that reach around the world.
