Description
Welcome to the John Bunyan Museum & Library
Visit the inspiring museum and discover the story of the Bedford preacher whose writings touched the world and continue to inspire.
John Bunyan wrote a book that transformed literature, and inspired people the world over; The Pilgrim’s Progress. Imprisoned for his beliefs, as a prisoner of conscience, his books and personal example helped transform the way ordinary people worshipped, empowering them and their communities. From rural Bedfordshire to world-renown, from pulpit to prison, and from fiery sermons to tales of great beasts and giants – his life and times make for an amazing and colourful story.
If you are looking for Best Museums and Art Galleries in Bedford , Bedfordshire then you can visit John Bunyan Museum. John Bunyan Museum is one of the places in Bedford Bedfordshire for day out with kids and families. More details can be found on the website for this place.
Features
- Free
- Host birthday parties: Yes
Features
On Site Parking
On Site Cafe
LIBRARY
An important collection of books, pamphlets, biographies and more, by and relating to, John Bunyan. Alongside writings by John Bunyan and his contemporaries, the library houses biographies of Bunyan and other historical figures; historical background, including the history of Bunyan Meeting and other Nonconformist churches; pamphlets and sermons.
CHURCH & FOYER COFFEE SHOP
The redecorated church is now open to the public when the coffee shop is open, as part of a museum visit. Entry is through the garden and bronze doors entrance.
BUNYAN MEETING
Sunday worship:
Morning service at 11.00am, with Communion on the 1st Sunday in month. Evening service at 6.30pm, with Communion on the 3rd Sunday in month. All- age worship at 9.30am on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month
Wednesdays:
Reflection and Prayer 1.30m
SCHOOL VISIT
John Bunyan Museum offers inspiring curriculum-based school visits, and excellent support for teachers. They welcome school visits year-round and offer: cross-curriculum learning in History, English, Art and Design and Religious Education. specialism in KS1 and KS2, resource pack - packed with lesson plans and ideas for your visit, atmospheric and safe historic settings (museum and church), real historic objects to inspire children
GROUP VISIT
A typical Museum and Church visit lasts 1.5 hours and comprises: welcome talk and orientation, museum tour and time to browse, Time to visit the shop, Bunyan Meeting talk and time to explore. £3 a head, including museum and church talks, Group size minimum 10, maximum 50
BOAT TRIP
John Bunyan Boat trip on the River Ouse (1 hour) or book a 'Cruise Plus' tour combining the boat with other Heritage Bedford venues. Visit to Elstow Abbey and Moot Hall (1 hour including travel)
4.27 miles
