Tyndale 500 commemorates the 500th anniversary of the publication of the English Bible.
On Thursday 27th August 2026 we invite you to join the churches of the Congregational Federation in a walk of 500 miles. Our section will be up to three miles (according to each walker’s ability). Every single mile walked by every single person counts. We will take in sites related to John Bunyan, who, like William Tyndale, was imprisoned and persecuted for his faith, and whose writings spread through the world, alongside the English Bible.
Online registration is welcome via [email protected], or if you prefer in person at the Bunyan Meeting Coffee Shop.
Our walk will be split into two halves as below. Please feel free to join for as much or as little as you can manage. Walks will take in sites related to John Bunyan, the local preacher, who, like William Tyndale, was imprisoned and persecuted for his faith, and whose writings spread through the world, alongside the English Bible.
Route 1
11-12.30pm – A walk through Bedford Town Centre, led by a guide from the Bedford Association of Tour Guides. Approx 1 ½ miles
Meet from 10.30 for coffee at Bunyan Meeting Church, Mill Street, Bedford MK40 3EU
Set out 11 a.m. for the Tour, ‘John Bunyan, His Life and Times’
Cost Payable (cash only) on the day, £4 adults, £2 children
Return to Bunyan Meeting 12.30
Light lunch at Bunyan Meeting from 12 noon. Cost £2.50 payable on arrival. Please email [email protected] by August 20th to book.
Route 2
2-3.30pm – Elstow, including Bunyan’s birthplace and Moot Hall, led by local volunteers. Approx 3 miles
Drivers needed from Bunyan Meeting to drop off, and to meet at the end of the walk at Moot Hall on Elstow Village Green. MK42 9XT
Set out 1.30 from Bunyan Meeting or meet in Elstow (see below)
Meet and Park at Abbey Fields, Elstow, MK42 9GB (roadside parking)
Set out 2 p.m. for birthplace and Elstow village Moot Hall will be open for visitors at the end of the walk. Donations are welcome.
Morning walk is paved and fully accessible for all ages and abilities.
Afternoon walk is flat and accessible for walkers.
Children are welcome, and must be accompanied by adults.
Participation is at the participant’s own risk.
Please feel free to bring a canine companion on a lead, at your own risk.