Welcome to Leighton Buzzard

Leighton Buzzard is a town located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. It is situated between the towns of Luton and Milton Keynes and is approximately 40 miles north of London. The town has a rich history dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period, and there are many historic buildings and landmarks to explore. One of the most notable landmarks is the All Saints Church, which dates back to the 13th century and features a unique double nave.

Leighton Buzzard is a thriving town with a population of around 37,000 people. It has a bustling town centre with a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafes. The town is also home to several parks and green spaces, including the popular Parson's Close Recreation Ground, which features a children's play area, a skate park, and a large open space for sports and picnics. The town is well-connected with excellent transport links, including a train station that provides regular services to London and other major cities.

Leighton Buzzard is a great place to live, work, and visit. It has a strong sense of community and a friendly atmosphere, making it a popular destination for families and young professionals. The town has a rich cultural scene, with regular events and festivals throughout the year, including the popular Leighton Buzzard Carnival and the Christmas Lights Switch-On. Whether you're looking for history, culture, or just a great place to relax and unwind, Leighton Buzzard has something for everyone.

Local Weather

Sunny

Temp: 12.4°C

Feels Like: 10.7°C

Wind: 10.7 MPH

Wind Dir: NE

Local Schools

School	Details
The Mary Bassett Lower School Community School Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Mr Hilary Wheeldon	Bassett Road Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 1AR 01525373017 School Website
Leighton Middle School Community School Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mrs Claire Vallance	Church Square Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 1EX 01525374907 School Website
Pulford C Of E Va Lower School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mr David Heather	Pulford Road Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 1AB 01525372188 School Website
The Rushmere Park Academy Academy Converter Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Mr Jonathan Callender	East Street Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 1EW 1525372096 School Website
Clipstone Brook Lower School Community School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs S Reay	Brooklands Drive Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 3PG 01525376085 School Website
Brooklands Middle School Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Headteacher Julie Hodgson	Brooklands Drive Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 3PF 01525372018 School Website
Linslade Lower School Community School Ages:3-9 Head Teacher Mrs Hazel Farlam	Leopold Road Linslade Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 2QU 01525372085 School Website
Leedon Lower School Community School Ages:2-9 Head Teacher Mr Richard Benson	Highfield Road Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 3LZ 01525374713 School Website
Gilbert Inglefield Academy Academy Converter Ages:9-13 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Winter	Vandyke Road Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 3FU 01525372266 School Website
Vandyke Upper School And Community College Academy Converter Ages:13-18 Head Teacher Mr Tim Carroll	Vandyke Road Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 3DY 01525636700 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Leighton Buzzard Station Approach, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2LY 0.70 Miles

Cheddington Station Road, Cheddington, Buckinghamshire, LU7 0SQ 4.19 Miles

Bow Brickhill Brickhill Street, Bow Brickhill, Buckinghamshire, MK17 9JN 6.13 Miles

Fenny Stratford Simpson Road, Fenny Stratford, Buckinghamshire, MK1 1BP 6.21 Miles

Bletchley Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, Buckinghamshire, MK3 6DZ 6.22 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
L B Taxis 01525 757757 53 Hockliffe Street, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1EZ 0.15 Miles
Leighton Taxis 01525 636363 83 Hockliffe St, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1EZ 0.15 Miles
Claridge Cars 01525 377007 A/21 High St, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1DN 0.18 Miles
Diamond Cabs Ltd 01525 450450 15-17 Bell Alley, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1DG 0.20 Miles
Yes Minibuses 01525 631008 East Street, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1HX 0.31 Miles
Buzzard Airport Transfers 01525 631008 94 East Street, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 1HX 0.31 Miles
Shireways 01525 373621 40 South St, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 3PA 0.46 Miles
Leighton Buzzard Taxis 01525 456567 5/Castle House/Old Rd, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2RB 0.56 Miles
Avis Rent A Car 0844 544 6082 19 Church Road, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2LR 0.57 Miles
Burgins Taxis 01525 372131 Station Approach, Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire, LU7 2LY 0.69 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
High Street Lu7 1Ea No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:18:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Sunday Last Collection:15:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Hockliffe Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Salisbury House Surgery 01525 243890	Salisbury House Surgery Lake Street Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 1RS
Leighton Buzzard Ophthalmology Service 01525 373111	Bassett Road Surgery 29 Bassett Road Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 1AR
Leighton Buzzard Health Centre	25 Bassett Road Leighton Buzzard LU7 1AR
Dr J L Henderson & Partners - Covid Local Vaccination Service	29 Bassett Road Leighton Buzzard LU7 1AR
Dr J L Henderson & Partners - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	29 Bassett Road Leighton Buzzard LU7 1AR

Local Stores

Leighton Buzzard
109-113 Waterdell
Leighton Buzzard
Bedfordshire
LU7 3PL
01525 372117
Store Website
0.69 miles

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SPAR - Harvest - St Christopher's
Leighton Road
Leighton Buzzard
LU7 1LF
01525 385292
Store Website
0.4 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Vetcare @ Home
15-17 Lake Street Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 1RS 01773 302220 info@vetcarehome.co.uk Website 0.11 miles

Animals Treated
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Ark House Vets Ltd
22 Hockliffe Street Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 1HJ 01525 373329 enquiries@arkhousevets.co.uk Website 0.15 miles
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The Vet Clinic (Trading As Lestone Veterinary Centre Ltd)
83 Hockliffe Road Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 3FL 01525 377105 practice.manager@thevetclinic.org Website 0.47 miles
Amenities Out-of-hours service only
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Companion Care (Leighton Buzzard) Ltd
Grovebury Road Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 4SW 01525 384985 leightonbuzzard@companioncare.co.uk Website 0.53 miles

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Heath &Amp; Reach Veterinary Surgery
Kingswood Farm Brickhill Road Heath And Reach Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire LU7 0BA 01525 237444 reception@heathandreachvets.co.uk Website 2.42 miles

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Chiltern Equine Clinic
Bury Farm Mill Road Slapton Bedfordshire LU7 9BT 01525 222 099 reception@chilternequine.com Website 2.75 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Tiddenfoot Waterside Park
A Short (≪1 Mile) Circular Walk Around A Large Lake At A Former Sand Quarry Now A Nature Reserve With Plenty Of Water Play Opportunities In Fairly Clean Water (Due To Sand Base It Can Be A Bit Mucky!) ?? Mentmore Rd Lancashire 0.96 miles

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Rushmere Country Park
Heath And Reach 1.69 miles Rushmere Country Park, Herons' View Visitor Centre, Linslade Road, Heath And Reach, Bedfordshire Lu7 0Eb

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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 5.53 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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Ivinghoe Hills Butterfly Walk
This Walk Takes In The Area Where All The Butterflies Found On The Ivinghoe Hills Are To Be Seen, Including The Rare Duke Of Burgundy And Other Specialists Of Rough Chalk Downland Such As Chalkhill Blue, Dark-Green Fritillary And Marbled White. Ivinghoe Beacon Lancashire 5.75 miles Turn South Off B489 Or West Off B4506. Park In The Bottom, Southern End, Of The National Trust Car Park On The West Side Of This C Road (Beacon Road).

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Wilstone Reservoir
Lower Icknield Way Tring Lancashire HP23 4NW 7.37 miles

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Ashridge Estate
A Circular Walk That Takes You Through Areas Of Wildlife-Rich Woodlands And Cross Commons. HP4 1LT 8.64 miles The Entrance To Monument Drive And The Estate Visitor Centre Is Off The B4506 Between Berkhamsted And Dagnall.

Weather Forecast

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Feels Like	11.7°C	11.3°C	10.8°C	10.6°C	12.1°C	12.3°C	15.7°C	18.2°C	20.3°C	20.5°C	19.2°C	17.3°C

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Temp	14.5°C	12.1°C	10.5°C	9.2°C	11.5°C	15.1°C	18.7°C	21.3°C	22.3°C	22.1°C	18.4°C	12.9°C
Feels Like	13.6°C	11.1°C	9.3°C	7.7°C	10.4°C	14.4°C	18.5°C	21.2°C	24.1°C	24.4°C	18.8°C	13°C

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