Bedford, NH Road Trips
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Trip Routes
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Longest Drive
34.2 mi
West Peterborough, NH
Quickest Drive
54m
West Peterborough, NH
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Bedford, NH at a Glance
Founded
1750
Elevation
308 ft
Area
13 mi²
Notable People from Bedford, NH
A sampling of people born in Bedford, NH.
Sarah Silverman
1970
American comedian, actress, and writer
Zachariah Chandler
1813–1879
American politician (1813–1879)
Josh Meyers
1976
American actor and comedian
Laura Silverman
1966
American actress
Francis Wayland Parker
1837–1902
US education pioneer (1837–1902)
John Goffe Rand
1801–1873
American painter (1801-1873)
Joseph Emerson Worcester
1784–1865
American lexicographer
David Atwood
1815–1889
American politician (1815-1889)
Carrie Jones
1982
American author
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Traveler Guide to Bedford, NH
Bedford is a city of 23,000 people (2020) in New Hampshire. It is a suburb of Manchester, New Hampshire's largest city.
Carrabba's, 2 Upjohn St, ☏ +1 603 641-0004. M-Th 4-10PM, F 4-11PM, Sa 3-11PM, Su noon-9PM. The casual, yet festive atmosphere with their Italian touches. Their suberb service and comfortable setting complements the quality meals that they offer. Also offered is a Car Side To Go experience, making it easy to take home affordable meal. Pizza Mia, 460 Route 101 (Bedford West Plaza), ☏ +1 603 472-8878. M-Th 11AM-9PM, F Sa 11AM–10PM and Su noon-9PM. A large pizza ranges from $11-25. A local favorite family restaurant is well known for their different kinds of pizza and other options such as hot subs, entrees, appetizers, pasta, salad, and a kids menu. They also offer delivery during their hours. Pizza Bella, 178 Route 101 (Bedford Village Inn), ☏ +1 603 472-8560. Daily 10AM-10PM. Delivery 5-10PM. A large pizza ranges from $10-16. It's in the center of town, near sporting locations and the schools, it is a frequent hang out for many locals. They are well known for their pizza, subs, salads and dinners. T-bones, 25 South River Rd, ☏ +1 603 641-6100. Su-Th 11:30AM-10PM, F-Sa 11:30AM-11PM. Not open on Christmas and Thanksgiving Day. "Classic" entrees range from about $12.00-16.00. Catering is available. Handicap accessible. Bar accompanied with high definition TVs. Made from scratch recipes. All recipes are developed in own kitchens. Offers "Chef Nicole's" healthy menu. Fresh ingredients, mostly New Hampshire-based companies. Seafood delivered fresh (hours after getting it from the sea). Produce is delivered daily.
Bedford Village Inn, 2 Olde Bedford Way, ☏ +1 603 472-2001. The BVI is a luxurious inn that offers overnight accommodations, corporate functions, weddings and their award winning food service. It offers the quaint New Hampshire experience, which is comfortable and welcoming.
Two major highways run through Bedford. The Everett Turnpike runs north-south, and Route 101 runs east-west. The segment of the Everett Turnpike north of NH 101 and the segment of NH 101 east of the Everett Turnpike are designated Interstate 293; I-293 turns at this interchange. Manchester Boston Regional Airport (MHT IATA), Route 101 exit 2, just minutes away from Bedford, it is a much more convenient option rather than going to the Logan International Airport (BOS IATA). From here, you can reach all the main cities of the United States, along with Canada. The airport is not very large, and it is easy to navigate around. Has only two security checkpoints and two floors.
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