Cross End

Settlement in Bedfordshire

England

Cross End

Backnoe End Equestrian Centre
Backnoe End Equestrian Centre Credit: JThomas

Cross End is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles north of the town of Bedford, it is part of the civil parish of Renhold. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside and boasts a tranquil and rural atmosphere.

Cross End is home to a small population, with a mix of residential properties and agricultural land. The village is characterized by its charming cottages, many of which date back to the 18th and 19th centuries, lending a sense of history to the area.

While Cross End may be small, it benefits from its proximity to nearby amenities. The town of Bedford offers a wide range of shops, supermarkets, and restaurants, as well as excellent transport links. The A421 road runs nearby, providing easy access to other towns and cities in the region.

For those looking to explore the natural beauty of the area, Cross End is ideally located. The nearby River Great Ouse offers opportunities for boating and fishing, while the surrounding countryside provides ample space for walking, cycling, and other outdoor activities.

Overall, Cross End, Bedfordshire, is a charming and peaceful village that offers a sense of community and a slower pace of life. Its idyllic location and nearby amenities make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a rural lifestyle without sacrificing convenience.

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Cross End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.214404/-0.443336 or Grid Reference TL0658. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Backnoe End Equestrian Centre
Backnoe End Equestrian Centre
Backnoe End Equestrian Centre
Backnoe End Equestrian Centre
Communications Mast Off Keysoe Road.
Communications Mast
Off Keysoe Road.
Keysoe Road Heading east.
Keysoe Road
Heading east.
College Farm
College Farm
Bedford airfield South fence of, looking from outside
Bedford airfield
South fence of, looking from outside
Bedfordshire view Fairly typical road through north Bedfordshire next to the old Bedford Airfield
Bedfordshire view
Fairly typical road through north Bedfordshire next to the old Bedford Airfield
Keysoe Road Lone tree at the side of the single track lane running between Keysoe and Thurleigh
Keysoe Road
Lone tree at the side of the single track lane running between Keysoe and Thurleigh
Farm implements beside the Keysoe road A gang of cambridge ring rolls and a double press, implements of arable farming.
Farm implements beside the Keysoe road
A gang of cambridge ring rolls and a double press, implements of arable farming.
Thurleigh Village Hall The Hall is on the main street through Thurleigh.
Thurleigh Village Hall
The Hall is on the main street through Thurleigh.
St Peters Church, Thurleigh The earliest remaining part of the church is of the early C12th. Further building work took place in the 13th, 14th and 15th Centuries.
St Peters Church, Thurleigh
The earliest remaining part of the church is of the early C12th. Further building work took place in the 13th, 14th and 15th Centuries.
Long View, Red Gate Farm Early August - harvest is already in.
Long View, Red Gate Farm
Early August - harvest is already in.
Remains of the old Brook Farm From a footpath to the west. A kilometre or so to the south is another set of buildings, called Brook Farm, which are in use.
Remains of the old Brook Farm
From a footpath to the west. A kilometre or so to the south is another set of buildings, called Brook Farm, which are in use.
Beside Tilwick Wood Short Wood can be seen in the distance.
Beside Tilwick Wood
Short Wood can be seen in the distance.
Park End Farm House Taken from a bridleway to the west.
Park End Farm House
Taken from a bridleway to the west.
Cross End Shot taken from a track just south of the road that runs through the hamlet.
Cross End
Shot taken from a track just south of the road that runs through the hamlet.
Thurleigh Windmill Remodelled as a residence.
Thurleigh Windmill
Remodelled as a residence.
The Jackal Thurleigh's pub
The Jackal
Thurleigh's pub
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Cross End is located at Grid Ref: TL0658 (Lat: 52.214404, Lng: -0.443336)

Unitary Authority: Bedford

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

What 3 Words

///arranges.cornfield.dignity. Near Colmworth, Bedfordshire

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Located within 500m of 52.214404,-0.443336
Cross End
Place: hamlet
Source: OS first series
Lat/Long: 52.213162/-0.4464612
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 10:15
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: MK44 294
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2016-04-30
Lat/Long: 52.2137084/-0.4477978
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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