Welcome to Lidlington

Lidlington is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. It is situated between the towns of Bedford and Milton Keynes, 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. Lidlington has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Bronze Age.

One of the main attractions in Lidlington is the Forest Centre and Millennium Country Park. This 225-acre park is home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, badgers, and foxes. Visitors can enjoy walking and cycling trails, as well as fishing and birdwatching. The park also hosts a range of events throughout the year, including outdoor concerts and festivals.

Lidlington is also home to a number of local businesses, including a village shop, post office, and pub. The village has a strong sense of community, with regular events and activities taking place throughout the year. These include a summer fete, Christmas market, and village quiz nights. Overall, Lidlington is a charming and welcoming village that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Local Weather

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Wind: 7.6 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
Thomas Johnson Lower School Community School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Simon Bolger	Hurst Grove Lidlington Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 0SB 01525402377 School Website
Marston Moreteyne Vc School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mr Brian Storey	Church Walk Marston Moreteyne Bedfordshire MK43 0NE 1234768271 School Website
Ridgmont Lower School Community School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Allison Jakes	High Street Ridgmont Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 0TS 01525280236 School Website
The Firs Lower School Academy Converter Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mr Adam Campbell	Station Road Ampthill Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 2QR 01525402735 School Website
Alameda Middle School Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mrs Jacqueline Ross	Station Road Ampthill Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 2QR 1525750900 School Website
Kimberley 16 19 Stem College Free Schools - 16-19 Ages:16-19 Head Teacher Mr Tim Detheridge	Green Lane Stewartby Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 9LY 01234762890
Shelton Lower School Foundation School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Jane Anderson	Lower Shelton Road Marston Moretaine Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 0LS 01234768269 School Website
Marston Vale Middle School Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mrs Estelle Jennings	The Crescent Stewartby Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 9NH 1234768224 School Website
Husborne Crawley Lower School Community School Ages:4-9 Head Teacher Mrs Deborah Willans	School Lane Husborne Crawley Bedfordshire MK43 0UZ 01525280232 School Website
Redborne Upper School And Community College Academy Converter Ages:13-18 Head Teacher Mr Olly Button	Flitwick Road Ampthill Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 2NU 01525404462 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Lidlington Station Road, Lidlington, Bedfordshire, MK43 0SA 0.25 Miles

Millbrook (Bedfordshire) Station Road, Millbrook, Bedfordshire, MK45 2JH 1.36 Miles

Ridgmont Station Road, Ridgmont, Bedfordshire, MK43 0XP 1.91 Miles

Stewartby Green Lane, Stewartby, Bedfordshire, MK43 9LY 2.63 Miles

Flitwick Steppingly Road, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, MK45 1AJ 3.43 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Ampthill Taxis 01525 841841 6 The Paddock, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 0RW 0.06 Miles
Ampthill Cabs 01525 404545 Station Rd, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2RB 2.26 Miles
Capital Cabs 01525 404011 89 Oliver Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2SA 2.78 Miles
J T Cars 01234 750005 5 Maple Way, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 0DW 3.02 Miles
Soden Executive Travel 01234 751834 57 Partridge Piece, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 0BL 3.10 Miles
Cab Xl Flitwick 07957 574545 16 The Thinnings, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1DY 3.25 Miles
Elephant Taxis 01525 712345 16 The Quantocks, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1TQ 3.35 Miles
A A Airport Transfers 07878 142304 5 High Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1DU 3.38 Miles
A1 Station Taxis 01525 757575 2 Steppingley Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1AJ 3.51 Miles
Mid Beds Taxis 01525 758585 Lyall Court, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1UF 3.62 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Lombard Street Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
High Street (Outside Pub) Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Post Office Marston Moreteyne Bedford Road Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
The Jumps Marstone Moretaine Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office Bedford Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fordfield Road Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ridgemont Station Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Reddy & Partners Branch 01234 750734	59 Bedford Road Marston Moretaine Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 0LA
Marston Forest Healthcare 01234 750234	59 Bedford Road Marston Moretaine Bedford MK43 0LA
Greensand Surgery (Ampthill) 01525 631390	Greensand Surgery The Health Ctr, Oliver St Ampthill Bedfordshire MK45 2SB
Oliver Street Surgery 01525 631395	The Health Centre Oliver Street, Ampthill Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 2SB
Houghton Close Surgery 01525 300898	Houghton Close Surgery 1 Houghton Close Ampthill Bedfordshire MK45 2TG

Local Stores

Marston Moretaine
1 Station Road
Marston Moretaine
Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK43 0PH
01234 767712
Store Website
1.62 miles

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SPAR - Woburn
Patel - Woburn
17 Market Place
Woburn
MK17 9PZ
01525 290201
Store Website
4.5 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Marston Moretaine
Unit 11 Marston Business Park Lower Hazeldines Marston Moretaine Bedfordshire MK43 0XT 01234 676110 marston.moretaine@medivet.co.uk Website 1.98 miles

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Ampthill Veterinary Centre
Ground Floor 2 Church Street Ampthill Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 2EH 01525 582002 info@ampthillvets.co.uk Website 2.75 miles
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Medivet Flitwick
47 The Ridgeway Flitwick Bedfordshire MK45 1DJ 01525 714892 flitwick@medivet.co.uk Website 3.37 miles
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Boness Veterinary Clinic
2A Steppingley Road Flitwick Bedfordshire MK45 1AJ 01582 888 677 reception@vetlinks.co.uk Website 3.43 miles
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The Equine Dental Surgery
24 Lower End Road Wavendon Milton Keynes Buckinghamshire MK17 8AN 07809 536741 equinedentalsurgery@gmail.com Website 3.91 miles

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Greensands Veterinary Clinic
67 Station Road Woburn Sands Milton Keynes Buckinghamshire MK17 8SH 01908 282 101 contact@greensandsvets.co.uk Website 4.35 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Aspley Woods
Over 475 Hectares Of Woodland. A Great Place To Walk Your Dog Off Lead. Plenty Of Space For Dogs To Run And Explore...And For Owners Too.Woods Are Used By Mountain Bikers And Also Horse Riding So Be Aware, Although Paths Are Marked For What Purposes. Recently Large Areas Of The Wood Have Been Used For Logging. Beautiful When Dry And Very Muddy When Wet.Lots Of Free Parking. Woburn Abbey Is Nearby. Easily Accessible From Milton Keynes.Please Note: The Authorities That Preside Over Aspley Woods Have Now Put Up Signs Saying Dogs Must Be On-Lead In All Parts Of The Woods. Thanks To Mike For The Info. Church Rd Milton Lancashire KEYNES MK17 5.31 miles There Are Many Parking Locations. Best To Come Into Woburn Sands Village And Take Church Road. Follow Up The Road Until You Reach The Sandy Road With Parked Cars.

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Chicksands Woods
Great Mix Of Forest And Fields Wood 6.88 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 7.72 miles

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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 7.85 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 7.90 miles Park On Church Lane For Free. The Reserve Is Sign Posted. Check The Website For Postcodes And Numerous Entrances.

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Rushmere Country Park
Heath And Reach 8.52 miles Rushmere Country Park, Herons' View Visitor Centre, Linslade Road, Heath And Reach, Bedfordshire Lu7 0Eb

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Weather Forecast

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