Bedfordshire - Historic County - England
Escapeandexplore.co.uk - Historic / Administrative County or Unitary Authority Bedfordshire is located in the east of England, a county of typical English villages and small market towns, ideal for holidays. Visit magnificent Woburn Abbey the seat of the Dukes of Bedford, also famous for it's Safari Park.

Historic County-Bedfordshire Escapeandexplore.co.ukKey Towns - Ampthill Bedford Biggleswade Dunstable Kempston Leighton Buzzard Luton Sandy Woburn

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Bedfordshire - Historic County - England
  • Bedfordshire is located in the east of England, a county of typical English villages and small market towns, ideal for holidays.
  • Dunstable Downs highest point in the East of England with fabulous views over the Vale of Aylesbury.
  • Whipsnade Wild Animal Park, home to more than 2,500 rare and exotic animals.
  • Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, an unspoilt area of rolling chalk hills and magnificent beechwoods and valleys.
  • Marston Vale sixty square miles of forest in the heart of Bedfordshire with 5 miles of traffic free cycle paths and walks.
  • The Georgian Town of Ampthill with its antique shops.
  • Magnificent Woburn Abbey the seat of the Dukes of Bedford, also famous for it's Safari Park.
  • The town of Bedford dominated by the River Great Ouse.
Selected Attractions in Bedfordshire - See More
Woburn Abbey The Abbey lies at the heart of an Estate whose activities are many and varied. We have the award-winning Safari Park, the world renowned Golf Club (which boasts all 3 of its courses in the UK’s top 100 - Golf World,  the Inn at Woburn and the Woburn Abbey Old Warden Tunn...Wildlife Trust - An oasis of wild flowers, bird song and a wonderful view among a sea of arable fields. Just off the Greensand Ridge path, this reserve offers much interest if you venture 'off the beaten track'. Shuttleworth Co...The Shuttleworth Collection home of the 'Edwardian Flying Machines'! The Shuttleworth Collection - a unique flying collection showcasing the first one hundred years of flight. Wild BritainMuch more than just a butterfly park, it is a conservation area set in 10 acres of wildflower hay meadows. As well as exotic and British butterflies and moths, there is a tropical house filled with exotic plants and insects.
Bedfordshire Holiday Suggestions & Ideas
The Biggleswade Four
All contained in or close to the town of Biggleswade in Bedfordshire. The Shuttleworth Collection celebrates over a century of flight with a fascinating collection of aeroplanes and memorabilia in eight hangers. The Swiss Garden, takes you back to the early 19th century, when an interest in ornamental gardening and picturesque architecture first came together. The Birds of Prey Centre, where you can: Handle the birds - Have a go at flying a Hawk or an Owl - Kestrel races for the Children - Walk through Barn Owl Aviary and Three flying displays daily. Last but by no means least the Jubilee Play Centre - imagine your favourite playground - only bigger!
History, Animals and Antiques
Combine two famous attractions, Woburn Abbey and Woburn Safari Park. Set in a 3,000 acre deer park, Woburn Abbey has ten species of deer roaming free. Home of the Dukes of Bedford for nearly 450 years and currently occupied by the 15th Duke and his family. Woburn is a special place full of history, ancient tales and beautiful objects. Also at the Abbey is an antiques centre in the grounds with 60 interesting shops and showcases. Woburn Safari Park offers the excitement of a Safari Drive and a Foot Safari round the Wild World Leisure Area. Meet the animals, enjoy the many demonstrations, keeper talks and feeding times. Children can let off steam in the indoor and outdoor play areas, on the swan boats and Railway.
Walking Walking in Bedfordshire
Icknield Way
Great Eastern Pingo Trail
Peddars Way
Locations Greensand Ridge
Forest Of Marston Vale
Dunstable Downs
Whipsnade Tree Cathedral
Events Bedford Kite Festival
Bedford River Festival
Bedfordshire Classic Motor Show
Dunstable Tudor Day
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