Why I will be supporting the Bedford Blues this season.

I am not the biggest rugby fan in the town, nor am I the biggest sports fan. However I am partial to supporting the Bedford blues now and again.
Now on the dawn of the new rugby season I am readying myself to become a fully-fledged rugby supporter.

Why?
Well I am moving to walking distance of the rugby ground. This however isn’t the foremost reason behind my decision to become an active Blues fan. It stems from a conscious sense of wanting / needing a greater sense of community. I have lived and particularly worked in many different parts of the UK but have always had my roots firmly planted in Bedford. I know first-hand that you can live in a city without being a part of it whatsoever.

I am proud to be from Bedford and certainly defend it whenever I can whether it be from friends comments about the lack of good bars or from others from outside of Bedford who have a less than favourable view of our town.
With the riots that have been going on around the country our lack of communal spirit is more prevalent than ever. Community doesn’t come easily; people have to work at it, get involved, get out of their comfort zone. Making that usually small extra effort can go a long way, whether it’s saying hello to your new neighbours or organising a summer street party.

For me, it will be taking an active part in the support of our local rugby team. I look forward to visiting the hot dog van, bar and other vendors that may be there and telling you all about it.