Welcome to Ravensden

Ravensden is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. It is situated approximately 4 miles north of Bedford and has a population of around 500 people. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. The village has a rich history dating back to the 11th century and is home to several historic buildings and landmarks.

One of the most notable landmarks in Ravensden is the All Saints Church, which dates back to the 13th century. The church is a Grade II listed building and is known for its beautiful architecture and stunning stained glass windows. The church is still in use today and is a popular destination for visitors to the village. Another historic building in Ravensden is the Old Rectory, which dates back to the 17th century. The building is now a private residence but is still a prominent feature of the village.

Despite its small size, Ravensden has a strong sense of community and is home to several local businesses and amenities. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a pub, which serves as a popular meeting place for locals. The village also has several sports teams, including a cricket club and a football club. Ravensden is a charming and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and idyllic way of life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Ravensden Cofe Primary Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anna Spyropoulos	Vicarage Close Ravensden Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 2RW 1234771316 School Website
Cambian Walnut Tree Lodge School Other Independent Special School Ages:7-19 Head Teacher Mrs Joyce Kuwaza	Renhold Road Wilden Bedford MK44 2PT 8001381184 School Website
Wilden C Of E Va Lower School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Leigh Pointon	High Street Wilden Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 2PB 01234771313 School Website
Mark Rutherford School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Kelli Foster	Wentworth Drive Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 8PX 01234290200 School Website
Renhold Vc Lower School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Mrs Andrea Ward	Church End Renhold Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0LR 01234771724 School Website
Putnoe Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Simon Petch	Church Lane Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0DH 01234303400 School Website
St Thomas More Catholic School Academy Converter Ages:13-18 Head Teacher Mrs Martin Bonner	Tyne Crescent Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7UL 01234400222 School Website
Brickhill Lower School Community School Ages:5-9 Head Teacher Debbie Wilson	Dove Road Brickhill Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7AA 01234401404 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

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Bedford Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS 3.70 Miles

Bedford St Johns Melbourne Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AN 3.75 Miles

Kempston Hardwick Manor Road, Kempston Hardwick, Bedfordshire, MK43 9NT 6.95 Miles

Sandy Station Road, Sandy, Bedfordshire, SG19 1AW 7.12 Miles

St Neots Hawkesden Road, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 1QF 8.36 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Cable Executive Chauffeur Cars 07956 565250 1 Sidmouth Close, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3BS 2.62 Miles
County Cars 01234 262222 Murdock Rd, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7PE 2.83 Miles
Dickybows Cars 07753 331654 41 Wendover Dr, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9QY 2.86 Miles
Bedford Taxis Fastline 01234 811811 George Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3SG 3.08 Miles
A2b Cars 01234 211111 27A Tavistock Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2RB 3.26 Miles
Ags Cars Ltd 01234 218888 23 St. Peters Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2PN 3.26 Miles
Crown Cars Bedford Ltd 01234 351111 7A The Broadway, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2TJ 3.27 Miles
Anglia Cars 01234 320032 125A High Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1NU 3.29 Miles
Js Cars 01234 270200 57A Tavistock Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2RF 3.29 Miles
1 Atlas Cars 01234 343434 53A Tavistock Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 2RF 3.29 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Church End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office Oldways Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Shrubbery Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Victoria Arms High Street No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Post Office Hookhams Lane Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Church End No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Post Office 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
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Raglan Court No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Chequers Hill No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Goodrich Avenue 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
Ashmead Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Columbine Close No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Church Lane Branch	147A Church Lane Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0PW
Church Lane Medical Practice - Covid Local Vaccination Service	147A Church Lane Bedford MK41 0PW
Dr Kanungo	106 Tyne Crescent Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7UW
Putnoe Medical Centre Partnership 01234 319992	Putnoe Medical Practice 93 Queens Drive, Putnoe Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 9JE
Dr Lotay & Partners	Riverfield Drive Branch Surgery 8 Honeysuckle Way Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0TF

Local Stores

Goldington
109 Church Lane
Goldington
Bedford
Bedfordshire
MK41 0PW
01234 344466
Store Website
1.76 miles

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SPAR - Euro Garages - Southgate
Euro Garages
London Road
Southgate
MK42 0NX
01234 273103
Store Website
3.9 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 2.30 miles
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The Scott Veterinary Clinic
405 Goldington Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0DS 01234 261 622 admin@scottveterinaryclinic.co.uk Website 2.41 miles
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Medivet Bedford Clapham
59 High Street Clapham Bedfordshire MK41 6AG 01234865586 Website 3.19 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 3.73 miles
Amenities Vaccination clinic only
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Bedford Vets4pets Ltd
108 London Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 0PR 01234 262 050 bedford@vets4pets.com Website 3.93 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 5.09 miles
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Local Dog Walks

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 6.93 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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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 8.32 miles

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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 8.91 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 9.03 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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Chicksands Woods
Great Mix Of Forest And Fields Wood 9.03 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 10.94 miles

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