Welcome to Blunham

Blunham is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. It is situated on the River Ivel and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a rich history dating back to the Roman times, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore. One of the most notable landmarks is the 13th-century St. Edmund's Church, which is a Grade I listed building and is considered to be one of the finest examples of Norman architecture in the country.

Blunham is a peaceful and friendly village, with a strong sense of community. There are several local amenities, including a village hall, a post office, and a pub. The village also has a primary school, which is highly regarded and has a good reputation. The surrounding countryside is perfect for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and fishing, and there are several nature reserves and parks in the area.

Overall, Blunham is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and relaxed way of life. It is an ideal place to live for those who enjoy the countryside and outdoor activities, and it has a strong sense of community that makes it a welcoming and friendly place to call home. Whether you are looking for a quiet retreat or a place to raise a family, Blunham has something to offer everyone.

Local Weather

Thundery outbreaks in nearby

Temp: 3.6°C

Feels Like: -2.1°C

Wind: 21.3 MPH

Wind Dir: W

Local Schools

School Details
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
Maple Tree Lower School
Foundation School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Cath Bainbridge
Hawk Drive
Sandy
Bedfordshire
SG19 2WA
01767699806
School Website
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
Sandy Upper School
Foundation School
Ages:13-18
Head Teacher
Ms Karen Hayward
Engayne Avenue
Sandy
Bedfordshire
SG19 1BL
01767680598
School Website
Laburnum Lower School
Foundation School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Ben Bardell
Laburnum Road
Sandy
Bedfordshire
SG19 1HQ
01767680691
School Website
Robert Peel Lower School
Foundation School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Miss Liesl Ganney
Dapifer Drive
Sandy
Bedfordshire
SG19 1QJ
01767681185
School Website
St Swithuns Vc Lower School
Voluntary Controlled School
Ages:3-9
Head Teacher
Mrs Anita Whitehurst
Ivel Road
Sandy
Bedfordshire
SG19 1AX
01767680692
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
Northill Church Of England Academy
Academy Converter
Ages:5-9
Head Teacher
Ms Maria Soulsby
Bedford Road
Northill
Biggleswade
Bedfordshire
SG18 9AH
1767627215
School Website
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Local Train Stations

Train Station
Sandy
Station Road, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1AW
2.32 Miles
Biggleswade
Station Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 8AL
4.98 Miles
Bedford St Johns
Melbourne Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AN
6.33 Miles
St Neots
Hawkesden Road, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 1QF
6.63 Miles
Bedford
Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
6.70 Miles
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Local Taxis

Taxi
Pats Cars
01767 641117
41 The Avenue, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 3NY
0.19 Miles
Ace Private Hire Taxi
07778 263215
4 Great North Road, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1DH
1.21 Miles
Roys Cars
01767 699586
35 West Road, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1HB
1.47 Miles
1St Cars
01767 692222
26 Queens Rd, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1HD
1.56 Miles
A Chauffeur And A Car
0800 112 3643
The Granary, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK44 3EJ
1.88 Miles
Sids Cars
07773 967316
1 The Cr, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1PQ
2.22 Miles
Charles Cars Ltd
01767 692200
36 Sandy Road, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2JU
3.10 Miles
A.T Cars
01767 600199
117 Biggleswade Road, Biggleswade, Bedfordshire, SG18 9BH
3.50 Miles
Bpkarz
01767 262979
26 Ibbett Lane, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2QU
4.27 Miles
Mat's Cars
01767 261871
7 Garden Fields, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 2GH
4.42 Miles
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Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Station Road
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Old Post Office
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Grange Road
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Chalton
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Church End
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Kestrel Way Sg19 2Td
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Blunham Road
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Carter Street Sg19 1Bu
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Western Way Sg19 1Ux
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Merlin Drive Sg19 2Un
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Church St Sg19 2An
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Waverley Avenue Sg19 1Tq
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Pyms Close Silver Street
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
College Road Sg19 1Bw
Weekday Last Collection:09:00
Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office High Street
Weekday Last Collection:17:15
Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Priority Mailbox:
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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
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Local Stores

Petrol Sandy
Great North Road
Sandy
Bedfordshire
SG19 1NA
01767 692984
Store Website
1.62 miles
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SPAR - Euro Garages - Southgate
Euro Garages
London Road
Southgate
MK42 0NX
01234 273103
Store Website
6.1 miles
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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Medivet Sandy
31 High Street
Sandy
Bedfordshire
SG19 1AG
01767 691224
sandy@medivet.co.uk
Website
1.97 miles
Amenities
Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Adelaide Veterinary Centre
40-42 High Street
Sandy
Bedfordshire
SG19 1AJ
01767 699 889
reception@adelaidevetcentre.co.uk
Website
2.16 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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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
3.43 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Small Mammals

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Deepdale Veterinary Centre
Deepdale Water Gardens
Deepdale
Potton
Bedfordshire
SG19 2NH
01767 262868
deepdalevet@gmail.com
Website
3.89 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Poultry

Small Mammals

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The Scott Veterinary Clinic
405 Goldington Road
Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK41 0DS
01234 261 622
admin@scottveterinaryclinic.co.uk
Website
4.47 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Disabled public access

Client car park

Animals Treated
Aquatics

Birds

Cats

Dogs

Exotic/Wild

Small Mammals

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Medivet Biggleswade
15 Shortmead Street
Biggleswade
Bedfordshire
SG18 0AT
01767 313 323
biggleswade@medivet.co.uk
Website
4.64 miles
Amenities
Open at weekends

Animals Treated
Cats

Dogs

Poultry

Small Mammals

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Local Dog Walks

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
4.40 miles

Location
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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
5.27 miles

Car Park Known To Locals As 'Connygear Car Park' - It'S Just Off Of Hardwick Road, Near To The Caravan Site
Location
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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
6.39 miles

Location
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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
7.20 miles

Location
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Chicksands Woods
Great Mix Of Forest And Fields
Wood
7.47 miles

Location
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Millennium Woods Henlow
A Lovely Walk Which Starts At A Free Public Car Park. Head For The Bridge Which Leads To A Path Along A Stream, And Then To Open Countryside.
7 Gardeners Ln
Henlow
Lancashire
SG16 6DJ
7.81 miles

Location
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Weather Forecast

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