Welcome to Brickhill

Brickhill is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. It is situated on the outskirts of the town of Bedford and is known for its beautiful countryside and peaceful surroundings. The village has a rich history dating back to the 12th century when it was first mentioned in historical records. Today, Brickhill is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike who come to enjoy its scenic beauty and explore its many attractions.

One of the most notable landmarks in Brickhill 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 and intricate carvings. Visitors can also explore the nearby Brickhill Woods, which is a popular spot for hiking and nature walks. The woods are home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and badgers.

In addition to its natural beauty, Brickhill is also home to a number of local businesses and amenities. The village has a small but thriving community, with a range of shops, restaurants, and pubs. There is also a primary school and a community center, which hosts a variety of events and activities throughout the year. Overall, Brickhill is a charming and picturesque village that offers something for everyone, whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or an exciting adventure.

Local Schools

School	Details
Brickhill Lower School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Debbie Wilson	Dove Road Brickhill Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7AA 01234401404 School Website
Scott Lower School Community School Ages:4-9 Head Teacher Mrs Anita Barker	Hawk Drive Brickhill Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7JA 01234352630 School Website
Pilgrims Pre Preparatory School Other Independent School Head Teacher Mrs Joanne Webster	Brickhill Drive Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7QZ 01234369555
St Thomas More Catholic School Academy Converter Ages:13-18 Head Teacher Mrs Martin Bonner	Tyne Crescent Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7UL 01234400222 School Website
The Hills Academy Academy Converter Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Moya Whitehead	Stancliffe Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 9AT 01234266498 School Website
Hazeldene Lower School Foundation School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Leanne Grove	Stancliffe Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 9AT 01234300100 School Website
Newnham Middle School Foundation School Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mrs Ruth Wilkes	Polhill Avenue Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 9DT 01234303403 School Website
St John Rigby Catholic Primary School Academy Converter Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Michele Mcgettigan	Polhill Avenue Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 9DQ 01234401900 School Website
Goldington Academy Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mr Francis Galbraith	Haylands Way Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 9BX 01234261516 School Website
Edith Cavell Lower School Foundation School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Miss Heather Cooke	Manton Lane Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7NH 01234345636 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bedford Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS 1.61 Miles

Bedford St Johns Melbourne Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AN 1.79 Miles

Kempston Hardwick Manor Road, Kempston Hardwick, Bedfordshire, MK43 9NT 5.00 Miles

Stewartby Green Lane, Stewartby, Bedfordshire, MK43 9LY 6.38 Miles

Millbrook (Bedfordshire) Station Road, Millbrook, Bedfordshire, MK45 2JH 7.74 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
County Cars 01234 262222 Murdock Rd, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7PE 0.79 Miles
Cable Executive Chauffeur Cars 07956 565250 1 Sidmouth Close, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3BS 0.97 Miles
A2b Cars 01234 211111 27A Tavistock Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2RB 1.20 Miles
1 Atlas Cars 01234 343434 53A Tavistock Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2RF 1.22 Miles
Js Cars 01234 270200 57A Tavistock Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2RF 1.22 Miles
A1 Cabs 01234 346666 53A Tavistock Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2RF 1.22 Miles
Crown Cars Bedford Ltd 01234 351111 7A The Broadway, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2TJ 1.24 Miles
Ags Cars Ltd 01234 218888 23 St. Peters Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2PN 1.27 Miles
Anglia Cars 01234 320032 125A High Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1NU 1.28 Miles
Daytime Cars 01234 353530 57 Harpur St, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2SR 1.30 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Post Office Avon Drive Collection Today available until:17:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Hawk Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office Brickhill Drive Collection Today available until:16:30 Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:15
Rowallen Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Nursery Gardens No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Avon Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Putnoe Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Augustines Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Leven Walk No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Queens Drive No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cleat Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Andrews Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office Putnoe Street Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Chiltern Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Foster Hill Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Dr Kanungo	106 Tyne Crescent Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7UW
Pemberley Branch	32 Pemberley Avenue Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 2LA
Goldington Avenue Surgery 01234 349531	85 Goldington Avenue Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 3DB
Gilbert Hitchcock House Branch	21 Kimbolton Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 2AW
Putnoe Medical Centre Partnership 01234 319992	Putnoe Medical Practice 93 Queens Drive, Putnoe Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 9JE

Local Stores

Bedford - Queens Drive
120 Queens Drive
Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK41 9JF
01234 348816
shop.5165@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.01 miles

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Acorn House Veterinary Hospital
Linnet Way Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7HN 01234 261839 info@acornhousevets.co.uk Website 0.19 miles
Amenities
Animals Treated
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Medivet Bedford Clapham
59 High Street Clapham Bedfordshire MK41 6AG 01234865586 Website 1.50 miles
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Animals Treated
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The Scott Veterinary Clinic
405 Goldington Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0DS 01234 261 622 admin@scottveterinaryclinic.co.uk Website 1.65 miles
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Community Pet Clinic
Inside Jollyes Pet Store Alban Retail Park London Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 0NW 01234 349591 bedford@jollyes.co.uk 1.88 miles
Amenities Vaccination clinic only
Animals Treated
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Bedford Vets4pets Ltd
108 London Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 0PR 01234 262 050 bedford@vets4pets.com Website 2.17 miles
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Medivet Great Denham
Unit 7, The Meiklejohn Centre Unit 3-7 Kingswood Way Great Denham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4GH 01234 853387 great.denham@medivet.co.uk Website 2.99 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 7.42 miles

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Chicksands Woods
Great Mix Of Forest And Fields Wood 7.92 miles

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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 8.91 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 9.26 miles

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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 10.67 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 11.10 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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