Welcome to Bushmead

Bushmead 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 picturesque countryside and historic landmarks. The village is home to a number of listed buildings, including the Grade II listed Bushmead Priory, which dates back to the 13th century. The priory was once a religious house and has since been converted into a private residence.

In addition to its historic landmarks, Bushmead is also home to a number of local amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, and a pub. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a popular destination for walkers and cyclists. The nearby River Great Ouse also provides opportunities for fishing and boating.

Despite its small size, Bushmead has a strong sense of community and hosts a number of events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market. The village is also home to a number of local clubs and societies, including a gardening club and a history society. Overall, Bushmead is a charming village with a rich history and a strong sense of community spirit.

Local Schools

School	Details
Bedford Girls School Other Independent School Ages:7-18 Head Teacher Ms Gemma Gibson	Cardington Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 0BX 01234361900 School Website
Castle Newnham School Foundation School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Jim Balmbra	Goldington Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 3EP 01234300800 School Website
Bedford Free School Free Schools Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Jane Herron	Cauldwell Street Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 9AD 01234332299 School Website
Bedford College Further Education Ages:16-99 Head Teacher Mr Ian Pryce	Cauldwell Street Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 9AH 1234291000
Bedford School Other Independent School Ages:7-18 Head Teacher Mr James Hodgson	De Parys Avenue Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 2TU 01234362200 School Website
E-Spired Centre Of Excellence Other Independent School Ages:14-16 Head Teacher Mrs Joylette Hudson	The Raleigh Centre Ampthill Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 9HE 1234357777 School Website
Cherry Trees Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:2-5 Head Teacher Mrs Julie Smith	Hawkins Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 9LS 01234354788 School Website
Shackleton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Dr Andie Benbrahim	Pearcey Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 9LZ 1234352912 School Website
Kws School Other Independent School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Nichols-Weaver	51 Brunel Road Bedford MK41 9TJ 1234358638
Kings Oak Primary School Community School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Robert Morley-Smith	Oak Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 0HH 01234220480 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bedford St Johns Melbourne Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AN 0.59 Miles

Bedford Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS 0.96 Miles

Kempston Hardwick Manor Road, Kempston Hardwick, Bedfordshire, MK43 9NT 3.66 Miles

Stewartby Green Lane, Stewartby, Bedfordshire, MK43 9LY 5.16 Miles

Millbrook (Bedfordshire) Station Road, Millbrook, Bedfordshire, MK45 2JH 6.47 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Bedford Taxis Fastline 01234 811811 George Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3SG 0.29 Miles
Homer Cars Ltd 01234 511111 12 Fenlake Rd Ind Est/Fenlake Rd, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 0HB 0.41 Miles
A1 Cars 01234 364444 25 Mill Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3EU 0.45 Miles
Ags Cars Ltd 01234 218888 23 St. Peters Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2PN 0.50 Miles
Ambassador Cars 01234 345151 22 Cauldwell Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AD 0.52 Miles
Anglia Cars 01234 320032 125A High Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1NU 0.55 Miles
Daytime Cars 01234 353530 57 Harpur St, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2SR 0.61 Miles
Crown Cars Bedford Ltd 01234 351111 7A The Broadway, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2TJ 0.64 Miles
Cable Executive Chauffeur Cars 07956 565250 1 Sidmouth Close, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3BS 0.68 Miles
Dickybows Cars 07753 331654 41 Wendover Dr, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9QY 0.68 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
The Embankment No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kingsbrook Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rothsay Gardens No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shaftesbury Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Bushmead Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rush Court Collection Today available until:18:30 Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Rush Court Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:30
Tesco Cardington Road Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Gadsby Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Fenlake Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office St Marys Street Collection Today available until:16:45 Weekday Last Collection:16:45 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Goldington Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Newnham Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Phillpotts Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
St Leonards Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Goldington Road Surgery 01234 355588	12 Goldington Road Bedford MK40 3NE
Goldington Branch	2 Goldington Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 3NG
East Bedford Pcn 01234 213185	The Health Centre 84-86 London Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 0NT
London Road Health Centre 01234 266851	The Health Centre 84-86 London Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 0NT
Gilbert Hitchcock House Branch	21 Kimbolton Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 2AW

Local Stores

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

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

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Community Pet Clinic
Inside Jollyes Pet Store Alban Retail Park London Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 0NW 01234 349591 bedford@jollyes.co.uk 0.44 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 0.67 miles
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The Scott Veterinary Clinic
405 Goldington Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0DS 01234 261 622 admin@scottveterinaryclinic.co.uk Website 1.38 miles
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Acorn House Veterinary Hospital
Linnet Way Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7HN 01234 261839 info@acornhousevets.co.uk Website 1.43 miles
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Companion Care (Bedford) Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Unit J Interchange Retail Park Racemeadows Way, Kempston Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 7AZ 01234 360343 bedford@companioncare.co.uk Website 2.14 miles
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Medivet Bedford Clapham
59 High Street Clapham Bedfordshire MK41 6AG 01234865586 Website 2.40 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 6.06 miles

Location what3words processor.anchovies.warping

Chicksands Woods
Great Mix Of Forest And Fields Wood 6.48 miles

Location what3words wicket.tweeted.matchbox

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 8.52 miles

Location what3words triads.pampered.swanky

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 9.55 miles

Location what3words headstone.chip.crafted

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

Location what3words marinated.juggled.hilltop

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 9.97 miles

Location what3words fault.cuddling.rudder

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