Welcome to Bidwell

Bidwell is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. It is situated near the town of Dunstable and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 1,000 people and is known for its peaceful and friendly atmosphere. Bidwell has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age.

One of the most notable features of Bidwell is its beautiful church, St. Mary's. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a Grade II listed building. It is a popular destination for visitors to the village, who come to admire its stunning architecture and learn about its history. The church is still in use today and holds regular services for the local community.

Bidwell is also home to a number of small businesses, including a post office, a convenience store, and a pub. The village has a strong sense of community, with many residents actively involved in local events and activities. There are also several parks and green spaces in the area, providing opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Overall, Bidwell is a charming and welcoming village that offers a peaceful and enjoyable way of life.

Local Weather

Overcast

Temp: 4.3°C

Feels Like: -0.2°C

Wind: 14.3 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Tithe Farm Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Worsfold	Tithe Farm Road Houghton Regis Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 5JB 01582865047 School Website
Houghton Regis Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs James Edwards	St Michael's Avenue Houghton Regis Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 5DH 01582867487 School Website
Thomas Whitehead Cofe Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Natasha Chiswell	Angels Lane Houghton Regis Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 5HH 1582865466 School Website
St Vincent's Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Waldram	Hammersmith Gardens Houghton Regis Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 5RG 1582862456 School Website
Thornhill Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Bernice Waite	Grove Road Houghton Regis Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 5PE 01582863516 School Website
Lime Tree Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Hilary Power	Parkside Drive Houghton Regis Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 5QN 1582863859 School Website
Houstone School Free Schools Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Elizabeth English	Parkside Drive Houghton Regis Dunstable LU5 5PX 1582377771 School Website
The Academy Of Central Bedfordshire Free Schools - Alternative Provision Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Paul Green	Kingsland Campus Parkside Drive Houghton Regis Bedfordshire LU5 5PX 01582343878 School Website
All Saints Academy Dunstable Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Ms Elizabeth Furber	Houghton Road Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 5AB 01582619700 School Website
Chalton Lower School Community School Ages:4-9 Head Teacher Miss Natalie Bill	Luton Road Chalton Luton Bedfordshire LU4 9UJ 01525872354 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Leagrave Compton Avenue, Leagrave, Bedfordshire, LU4 9BA 3.23 Miles

Luton Station Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2LT 3.23 Miles

Harlington Station Road, Harlington, Bedfordshire, LU5 6LD 3.75 Miles

Leighton Buzzard Station Approach, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2LY 6.17 Miles

Flitwick Steppingly Road, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, MK45 1AJ 6.47 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
16 Seater Mini Bus Transfers 07960 321146 Thorn Farm House, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 6JH 0.44 Miles
Arnald Limousines 01582 868133 52 Arnald Way, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5UN 0.72 Miles
Chiltern Taxis 01582 868685 26 Bedford Sq, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5ES 0.84 Miles
Taxisdunstable 01582 662222 24 Westminister Garden, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 5RT 0.95 Miles
A1 Dunstable Taxis 01582 666444 Houghton Parade, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1DA 1.38 Miles
Speedline Taxis Dunstable Ltd 01582 666999 5 Houghton Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1DD 1.38 Miles
89Ers Preuim Cars 01582 898989 Houghton Parade, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1DA 1.38 Miles
Little Devil Cars 01525 872666 29 Shelton Avenue, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU5 6EL 1.73 Miles
Dorchester Chauffeur Services (Luton) 01582 599532 12 Aldenham Close, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0RT 1.85 Miles
Mid Beds Taxis 01525 758585 22 Brunel Rd, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU4 0RX 1.87 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Bidwell Lu5 6Jy Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Delmont Road Lu5 5Hd Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
Leaf Road Lu5 5Jd Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bidwell Hill Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Quadrant Lu5 5Ej Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Houghton Regis Spso Box Lu5 5Es Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Cemetery Road Lu5 5Bz Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grove Road Lu5 5Nx Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chalk Hill A5 Lu6 1Rt Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hillborough Crescent Post Office Lu5 5Ns Collection Today available until:15:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Townsend Road Meter/Parcel Box Lu5 5Aw Weekday Last Collection:18:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:45
Johnson Court Lu5 5Qp Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Wingfield Lu7 9Qq Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Brookfield Avenue Lu5 5Le Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Douglas Crescent Lu5 5Ad Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Houghton Regis Medical Centre 01582 866161	Houghton Regis Med.Ctr. Peel St, Houghton Regis Nr.Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 5EZ
Wheatfield Surgery 01582 601116	Wheatfield Surgery 60 Wheatfield Road Lewsey Farm, Luton Bedfordshire LU4 0TR
Titan Pcn 01582 601116	Wheatfield Surgery 60 Wheatfield Road Luton Bedfordshire LU4 0TR
Kingsbury Court Surgery 01582 663218	Kingsbury Court Surgery Church Street Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 4RS
Eastgate Surgery 01582 670050	Eastgate Surgery Eastgate House 28-34 Church Street Dunstable,Bedfordshire LU5 4RU

Local Stores

Dunstable - Westfield Road
121 Westfield Road
Dunstable
Bedfordshire
LU6 1DP
01582 476423
Store Website
1.75 miles

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SPAR - Luton Road
Luton Road
Dunstable
LU5 4LW
01582 606501
Store Website
2.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Icknield Veterinary Group
25-25A Princes Street Dunstable Bedfordshire LU6 3AS 01582 471 177 ivgdun@fwi.co.uk Website 1.90 miles

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Vets4pets Dunstable
Inside Pets At Home White Lion Retail Park Luton Road Dunstable Bedfordshire LU5 4RF 01582 691 504 dunstable@companioncare.co.uk Website 2.04 miles
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The Little Pets
Tilsworth Manor Stud Farm Stanbridge Road Tilsworth Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 9PT 01525 210822 hello@thelittlepets.com Website 2.09 miles
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Viovet
Global House 53 Bilton Way Luton Bedfordshire LU1 1UU 01582 842 096 support@viovet.co.uk Website 4.01 miles
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Biscot Mill Veterinary Centre Ltd
324 Biscot Road Luton Bedfordshire LU3 1AZ 01582 730105 4.50 miles

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The Vet Clinic (Trading As Lestone Veterinary Centre Ltd)
83 Hockliffe Road Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 3FL 01525 377105 practice.manager@thevetclinic.org Website 5.03 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
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Local Dog Walks

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 5.75 miles Park On Church Lane For Free. The Reserve Is Sign Posted. Check The Website For Postcodes And Numerous Entrances.

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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 5.77 miles Barton Hills Is Immediately South Of The B655 Between The Town Of Barton-Le-Clay And The Village Of Hexton.

Ivinghoe Hills Butterfly Walk
This Walk Takes In The Area Where All The Butterflies Found On The Ivinghoe Hills Are To Be Seen, Including The Rare Duke Of Burgundy And Other Specialists Of Rough Chalk Downland Such As Chalkhill Blue, Dark-Green Fritillary And Marbled White. Ivinghoe Beacon Lancashire 5.86 miles Turn South Off B489 Or West Off B4506. Park In The Bottom, Southern End, Of The National Trust Car Park On The West Side Of This C Road (Beacon Road).

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Tiddenfoot Waterside Park
A Short (≪1 Mile) Circular Walk Around A Large Lake At A Former Sand Quarry Now A Nature Reserve With Plenty Of Water Play Opportunities In Fairly Clean Water (Due To Sand Base It Can Be A Bit Mucky!) ?? Mentmore Rd Lancashire 5.99 miles

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Rushmere Country Park
Heath And Reach 6.31 miles Rushmere Country Park, Herons' View Visitor Centre, Linslade Road, Heath And Reach, Bedfordshire Lu7 0Eb

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Luton Airport
Walk Around The Back Of Luton Airport, Lots Of Space For Dogs To Go Off Lead And Depending On The Direction A Little Bit Of Forest 66 Eaton Green Rd Luton LU2 9JB 7.28 miles You Can Park In Wigmore Valley Carpark, Head Through The Park Into The Fields Beyond.

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Weather Forecast

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