Welcome to Great Barford

Great Barford is a charming village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Great Ouse, which adds to its picturesque beauty. Great Barford is a small village with a population of around 2,000 people. The village has a rich history that dates back to the Roman times, and there are several historical landmarks that visitors can explore.

One of the most notable landmarks in Great Barford is the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a beautiful example of medieval architecture and is known for its stunning stained glass windows. Visitors can also explore the Great Barford Castle, which was built in the 11th century and is now in ruins. The castle is a popular spot for history enthusiasts and offers stunning views of the surrounding countryside.

Great Barford is also known for its beautiful countryside, which is perfect for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing. The village is surrounded by several nature reserves, including the Great Barford Meadows and the Priory Country Park. Visitors can also take a leisurely stroll along the River Great Ouse, which is home to a variety of wildlife, including swans, ducks, and kingfishers. Overall, Great Barford is a charming village that offers visitors a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of Bedfordshire.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 10.2°C

Feels Like: 7.5°C

Wind: 13.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SW

Local Schools

School	Details
Great Barford Church Of England Primary Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs S Evans	Silver Street Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3HZ 1234870342 School Website
John Donne C Of E Lower School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Anita Whitehurst	High Street Blunham Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3NL 01767640346 School Website
Moggerhanger Lower School Foundation School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Karen Hayward	Blunham Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3RD 01767640270 School Website
Roxton Church Of England Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Barden	School Lane Roxton Bedford MK44 3DR 1234870230 School Website
Renhold Vc Lower School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Andrea Ward	Church End Renhold Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0LR 01234771724 School Website
Maple Tree Lower School Foundation School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Cath Bainbridge	Hawk Drive Sandy Bedfordshire SG19 2WA 01767699806 School Website
Sandy Upper School Foundation School Ages:13-18 Head Teacher Ms Karen Hayward	Engayne Avenue Sandy Bedfordshire SG19 1BL 01767680598 School Website
Cople Lower School Community School Ages:4-9 Head Teacher Mrs Louise Buisson	Willington Road Cople Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3TH 01234838827 School Website
Cambian Walnut Tree Lodge School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-19 Head Teacher Mrs Joyce Kuwaza	Renhold Road Wilden Bedford MK44 2PT 8001381184 School Website
Laburnum Lower School Foundation School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Ben Bardell	Laburnum Road Sandy Bedfordshire SG19 1HQ 01767680691 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sandy Station Road, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1AW 3.53 Miles

Bedford St Johns Melbourne Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AN 5.44 Miles

Bedford Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS 5.74 Miles

Biggleswade Station Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8AL 6.08 Miles

St Neots Hawkesden Road, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 1QF 6.72 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Pats Cars 01767 641117 41 The Avenue, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 3NY 1.26 Miles
A Chauffeur And A Car 0800 112 3643 The Granary, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 3EJ 1.77 Miles
Ace Private Hire Taxi 07778 263215 4 Great North Road, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1DH 2.43 Miles
Roys Cars 01767 699586 35 West Road, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1HB 2.68 Miles
1St Cars 01767 692222 26 Queens Rd, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1HD 2.76 Miles
Sids Cars 07773 967316 1 The Cr, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1PQ 3.36 Miles
Dickybows Cars 07753 331654 41 Wendover Dr, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9QY 4.17 Miles
Charles Cars Ltd 01767 692200 36 Sandy Road, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2JU 4.25 Miles
Cable Executive Chauffeur Cars 07956 565250 1 Sidmouth Close, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3BS 4.44 Miles
A.T Cars 01767 600199 117 Biggleswade Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 9BH 4.50 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Church End Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pyms Close Silver Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office High Street Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Chapelfields Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Station Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Grange Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Post Office Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00
Chalton Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Church Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Blunham Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Woodfield Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office Willington Bedford Road Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:15 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Church St Sg19 2An Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Park Lane Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office High Street Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:09:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Great Barford Surgery 01234 870325	26 Silver Street Great Barford Bedfordshire MK44 3HX
Sandy Health Centre 01767 682525	Sandy Health Centre Northcroft Sandy Bedfordshire SG19 1JQ
Sandhills Pcn Hub 01767 682525	Northcroft Sandy Bedfordshire SG19 1JQ
Shannon Court Surgery	High Street Sandy Bedfordshire SG19 1AG
Shannon Court Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	High Street Sandy Bedfordshire SG19 1AG

Local Stores

Petrol Sandy
Great North Road
Sandy
Bedfordshire
SG19 1NA
01767 692984
Store Website
2.79 miles

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SPAR - Euro Garages - Southgate
Euro Garages
London Road
Southgate
MK42 0NX
01234 273103
Store Website
5.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Sandy
31 High Street Sandy Bedfordshire SG19 1AG 01767 691224 sandy@medivet.co.uk Website 3.19 miles
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Adelaide Veterinary Centre
40-42 High Street Sandy Bedfordshire SG19 1AJ 01767 699 889 reception@adelaidevetcentre.co.uk Website 3.38 miles
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The Scott Veterinary Clinic
405 Goldington Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0DS 01234 261 622 admin@scottveterinaryclinic.co.uk Website 3.49 miles
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Elizabeth Smith Veterinary Practice Limited
Elizabeth Smith Veterinary Surgeon Ickwell Road Upper Caldecote Biggleswade Bedfordshire SG18 9BS 01767 627317 esmithvet@btconnect.com Website 4.37 miles
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Waterside Vets
Eaton Socon St Neots Cambridgeshire PE19 8ET 4.72 miles

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Acorn House Veterinary Hospital
Linnet Way Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7HN 01234 261839 info@acornhousevets.co.uk Website 4.93 miles
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Local Dog Walks

St Neots Weekly Walk
Beautiful Dog Walk Used Weekly By Big Walkies Community Group. The Car Park Is Known To Locals As 'Connygear Car Park' - It's Just Off Of Hardwick Road, Near To The Caravan Site Around 3 Miles Walk With Water Area For Dogs. Willow Bridge Eaton Socon 5.26 miles Car Park Known To Locals As 'Connygear Car Park' - It'S Just Off Of Hardwick Road, Near To The Caravan Site

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Biggleswade Commons
Lovely Walk Next To A River. Lotts Of Swans And Other Wildlife. Pretty Sure We Saw An Otter. The Walk Can Last Hours. Free Carpark At Weekend And Bank Holiday. 20 Royal Oak Cl Biggleswade Lancashire SG18 0BQ 5.51 miles

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Chicksands Wood
This Is A Great Walk If You Want Woods But On A Path Albeit A Little Bumpy. I've Ticked "Wheelchair Friendly" But You Can Only Access The Track Through A Kissing Gate. The Track Is A Bit Hilly As Well. Northwood End Rd Shefford Lancashire SG17 5QQ 6.66 miles

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Chicksands Woods
Great Mix Of Forest And Fields Wood 7.67 miles

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Paxton Pits Nature Reserve
Lovely Walk Around The Lakes And River Ouse. Path In One Place Runs Next To Working Quarry, But Other Than That Dogs Off Lead. I Recommend The River Trail. 2 Kingfisher Cl Little Paxton 7.80 miles Park At The Visitors Centre For Free, But It’S Not Huge. Was Filled Up By The Time I Finished Our Walk.

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The Baulk And Baulk Wood
Lovely Multi Pathway Walk. Gravel, Grass, Fields And A Stream Small Enough For Paddles. 125 Langford Rd Henlow Lancashire SG16 6AG 8.08 miles

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Weather Forecast

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Temp	10.5°C	10.3°C	10.5°C	10.4°C	10.7°C	11.1°C	11.5°C	11.6°C	11.7°C	11.3°C	11°C	10.9°C
Feels Like	10.2°C	9.3°C	10.2°C	10.2°C	10.3°C	10.7°C	11.1°C	11.3°C	11.1°C	10.4°C	10.3°C	10.1°C

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Temp	10.4°C	10.1°C	10.3°C	10.9°C	9.3°C	9.3°C	8.7°C	9.9°C	10.4°C	10.2°C	8.6°C	7.1°C
Feels Like	8.8°C	8.1°C	7.8°C	8.1°C	6.1°C	5.9°C	5.2°C	6.6°C	7.4°C	7.5°C	5.9°C	4.2°C

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Temp	7.4°C	7.1°C	6.8°C	6.4°C	7°C	7.9°C	9.1°C	9.5°C	9.2°C	8.6°C	8.2°C	7.7°C
Feels Like	4.9°C	4.6°C	4.2°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	5.5°C	7.1°C	7.5°C	7.1°C	6.6°C	6.3°C	5.5°C

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