Welcome to Barton le Clay

Barton-le-Clay is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. The village is situated on the edge of the Chiltern Hills, which provides stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village has a rich history, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Bronze Age. The village has a population of around 5,000 people and is known for its friendly community and peaceful atmosphere.

One of the most notable landmarks in Barton-le-Clay is St. Nicholas Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a Grade I listed building and is known for its beautiful architecture and stunning stained glass windows. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another popular attraction in Barton-le-Clay is the Barton Hills Nature Reserve, which is home to a variety of wildlife and provides stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Barton-le-Clay is a thriving village with a range of amenities, including a post office, a library, and several shops and restaurants. The village is also home to a number of community groups and clubs, including a cricket club, a football club, and a gardening club. The village has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities taking place throughout the year. Overall, Barton-le-Clay is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community spirit.

Local Weather

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Temp: 9.1°C

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Wind: 18.8 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Ramsey Manor Lower School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Colin Moore	Manor Road Barton-Le-Clay Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 4NS 1582881318 School Website
Arnold Academy Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Peter Roberts	Hexton Road Barton-Le-Clay Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 4JZ 01582616400 School Website
Orchard School & Nursery Other Independent School Head Teacher Mrs Anne Burton	Higham Gobion Road Barton-Le-Clay Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 4RB 1582882054
Hexton Junior Mixed And Infant School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Samantha Squires	Hexton Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 3JL 01582881248 School Website
Pulloxhill Lower School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Drawbridge	Fieldside Road Pulloxhill Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 5HN 01525713150 School Website
Harlington Upper School Academy Converter Ages:13-18 Head Teacher Mr Helen Harris	Goswell End Road Harlington Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 6NX 01525755100 School Website
Sundon Lower School Academy Converter Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Paulding	Streatley Road Upper Sundon Luton Bedfordshire LU3 3PQ 01525872357 School Website
Harlington Lower School Academy Converter Ages:4-9 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Paulding	Westoning Road Harlington Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 6PD 01525752500 School Website
Greenfield C Of E Vc Lower School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Debbie Drawbridge	Pulloxhill Road Greenfield Bedfordshire MK45 5ES 01525712426 School Website
Esland Bedford School Other Independent Special School Ages:8-18 Head Teacher Mr Rhett Cameron	54 Wrest Park Silsoe Bedfordshire MK45 4HS 1525863805 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Harlington Station Road, Harlington, Bedfordshire, LU5 6LD 2.87 Miles

Flitwick Steppingly Road, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, MK45 1AJ 4.07 Miles

Luton Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT 4.40 Miles

Leagrave Compton Avenue, Leagrave, Bedfordshire, LU4 9BA 4.40 Miles

Luton Airport Parkway Parkway Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3JW 6.60 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Button Cars 01582 612864 Grange Farm, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 4RS 0.35 Miles
Runway Transfers 01525 872505 1 Lincoln Way, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 6NB 2.64 Miles
Brittania Cabs 01525 876060 Station Rd, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 6LD 2.91 Miles
Easy Limos 01582 562168 11 Brussels Way, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3TQ 3.49 Miles
A1 Gravenhurst Taxis 01462 712643 11 Parkside, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 4JJ 3.50 Miles
Aaa Minibus 01582 848400 20 Julius Gardens, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU3 3SQ 3.77 Miles
Mid Beds Taxis 01525 758585 Lyall Court, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1UF 3.94 Miles
A1 Station Taxis 01525 757575 2 Steppingley Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1AJ 3.99 Miles
A A Airport Transfers 07878 142304 5 High Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1DU 4.12 Miles
Elephant Taxis 01525 712345 16 The Quantocks, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1TQ 4.22 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Post Office Barton Le Clay Bedford Road Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr A Sulakshana & Partners 01582 528700	The Surgery Hexton Road Barton-Le-Clay Bedfordshire MK45 4TA
Dr Swan	The Surgery Westoning Road Harlington Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 6PB
Barton Hills Medical Group 01582 490087	Whitehorse Vale Barton Hills Luton Bedfordshire LU3 4AD
Bramingham Park Medical Centre 01582 597737	Bramingham Park Med Ctr Lucas Gdns, Barton Hills Luton Bedfordshire LU3 4BG
Bramingham Park Medical Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Lucas Gardens Luton LU3 4BG

Local Stores

Barton le Clay
85 Bedford Road
Barton le Clay
Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK45 4LL
01582 883521
shop.4618@coop.co.uk
Store Website
0.16 miles

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SPAR - Dunstable Road
391-393 Dunstable Road
Luton
LU4 8DA
01582 571292
Store Website
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Boness Veterinary Enterprises Ltd
125 Bedford Road Barton Le Clay Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 4LP 01582 612604 reception@vetlinks.co.uk Website 0.32 miles
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Vets Now Barton Le Clay
125 Bedford Road Barton-Le-Clay Bedfordshire MK45 4LP 01582 967089 bartonleclay@vets-now.com Website 0.32 miles
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Linnaeus Veterinary Ltd T/A Davies Veterinary Specialists
Manor Farm Business Park Higham Gobion Hertfordshire SG5 3HR 01582 883950 info@vetspecialists.co.uk Website 1.77 miles
Amenities Referrals only
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Boness Veterinary Clinic
2A Steppingley Road Flitwick Bedfordshire MK45 1AJ 01582 888 677 reception@vetlinks.co.uk Website 4.07 miles
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Medivet Flitwick
47 The Ridgeway Flitwick Bedfordshire MK45 1DJ 01525 714892 flitwick@medivet.co.uk Website 4.14 miles
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Biscot Mill Veterinary Centre Ltd
324 Biscot Road Luton Bedfordshire LU3 1AZ 01582 730105 4.90 miles

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Local Dog Walks

Barton Hills Nature Reserve
The Barton Hills Nature Reserve Is In The Heart Of The Chilterns. The Valleys And Hills That Make Up This Beautiful Nature Reserve Make It Well Worth A Visit. This 2-Mile Route Is Located Near Barton-Le-Clay. MK45 4LA 0.36 miles Barton Hills Is Immediately South Of The B655 Between The Town Of Barton-Le-Clay And The Village Of Hexton.

Barton Hills Nature Reserve
Amazing Hills And Valleys Make This Place A Worth While Visit. Park For Free On Church Lane And Walk Up The Lane. There Are Several Pathways To Choose From. You Can See The Massive Peak From Here And I Took This Path Along The Field To The Reserve. Its High Up With Steep Paths And Steps. You Will Need To Be Reasonably Fit. But The Views Over The Valley Are Worth It. It's Like A Mini Peak District. There Is A Wood And Stream At The Bottom With Flatter Paths. I Enjoyed The Slim Paths Running Around The Hills. Wild Ponies Roam. If You Enjoy A Challenge, Try It. 18 Church Rd Barton-Le-Clay Bedford MK45 4LA 0.42 miles Park On Church Lane For Free. The Reserve Is Sign Posted. Check The Website For Postcodes And Numerous Entrances.

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Deacon Hill Pegdson
Hitchin Rd Hitchin Lancashire SG5 3JT 2.61 miles Live And Let Live Pub

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Deacons Hill
Beautiful Walk With Lots Of Birds, Cattle And Very Hilly. The Place Has Free Parking And Has Some Spectacular Views. Hitchin Lancashire 3.20 miles

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Oughtenhead Common
A Huge Expanse Of Fields And Protected Nature Reserves. There Is A Small Car Park Which Would Fit Around 6-8 Cars At The Start Of The Playing Field Then Many Turnstiles On To Various Difference Tracks. Some Ponds, Chalk Pits And River Areas. A Great All Rounder! Oughtonhead Nature Reserve Pirton 5.29 miles

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Chicksands Woods
Great Mix Of Forest And Fields Wood 5.89 miles

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Weather Forecast

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