The Standard Bedford, Upstairs Terrace
26-28 High St, Bedford, MK40 1SP -
Up to
150 standingOffers
cateringExternal Catering
allowed
Situated in the heart of Bedford on the High Street, The Standard promises a unique and truly wonderful experience for all who wish to come and visit us. We are proudly independent with an outstanding house team keen to make sure your night is one that you will always remember. We can offer a personal entertainment package tailored to your specific requirements, and will work closely with you to ensure you receive the night you want, at the right price for you.
The venue boasts two bespoke bars, one of which is located in our “Secret Garden Terrace” on the first floor. Our space comes with bartenders, servers, and the opportunity to play your own music, have your own DJ, or borrow our highly entertaining and talented house band! Full venue or smaller areas available for hire, and drinks discounts available for large orders.
Let us know your interest by sending us a “quick enquiry” on the right of this page and we will do our best to make your event dreams a reality!
Our “Secret Garden Terrace” is on the first floor of our venue. This space features a beautiful terrace with a fully equipped Tiki Bar! Similar to our main room, the upstairs terrace comes with bartenders, servers, and the opportunity to play your own music, or have your own DJ.
Capacity & layout
Standing
up to 150
Catering & drinks
Catering arrangements
Catering facilities
Refreshments
Alcohol
Amenities
Heating
Air conditioning
Natural light
Outdoor / Garden / Beach
Stage
Table / chairs included
Premises parking
Audio & visual
Sound system
Microphone
Projector & screen
TV screen
WiFi
Space rules
Allowed events
Licensed for alcohol
Cancellation policy
100% refundable 5 days before the event
Location
Reviews
Bernard Atkins
Very pleasant atmosphere, listening to good quality jazz played by local people. Good customer service at bar. No complaints!
Steve TheChef
Cheap booze, good music no frills.
Travel Addict - Foodie Lover
A quite spacious pub/bar rights on High street, Bedford town centre. You won't miss it, just look for the real human size statues of Laurel and Hardy. Beautifully decorated inside & outdoor upstairs. There's movie night every Monday night, and live music Wednesday or Friday with fantastic talented singers & musicians. The food, pizza is delicious, while the price is quite cheap. Fried chicken is delicious too!
Theresa Rhodes
I found this pub completely unsuitable for anyone with a mobility issue or other disability as the only seating was high bar stools or chairs that were also too high for me to sit on and so the only place I could sit was on a sofa which was situated at the back of the bar in an alcove with no view at all of the stage. The toilets were also only accessible by stairs. The music as well was far too loud and I will never go back there or Recommend it to anyone.
Andy Presswell
Went into the Standard after a meal at The Nazar Lounge & before going to see Jimmy Carr . The Standard …. Ordered myself a double gin & lemonade ..came with melting ice & in a grubby plastic glass . I stared at it in disbelief & was asked by the bar staff “ everything ok ? “ in a abrupt tone . Also got a half a lager shandy , again in plastic . I watched it poured & bar lady kept topping up after removing froth a few times . My partner returned it & asked for another which was as bad . Drainage issues as it smelt in there & witnessed bar lady trying discreetly walk through the pub spraying cheap air freshener Shall not be returning.
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