Green End

Settlement in Bedfordshire

England

Green End

Roundabout on the A507, Clophill
Roundabout on the A507, Clophill Credit: David Howard

Green End is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles west of the town of Bedford, it is part of the civil parish of Renhold. The village is set amidst picturesque countryside and is known for its tranquil and rural atmosphere.

One of the notable features of Green End is its traditional architecture. The village is characterized by a charming mix of well-preserved cottages and houses, many of which date back several centuries. This adds to the village's charm and gives it a distinct sense of history.

The village is surrounded by lush green fields and meadows, making it an ideal location for those seeking a peaceful countryside retreat. The area is also home to a variety of wildlife, including deer, foxes, and a wide range of bird species, making it a haven for nature lovers.

Green End benefits from its proximity to the town of Bedford, where residents can access a wider range of amenities and services. The town offers a variety of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, as well as excellent transport links to other parts of the country.

In summary, Green End is a quaint and idyllic village in Bedfordshire, known for its traditional architecture, rural surroundings, and peaceful atmosphere. It provides residents with a charming countryside lifestyle while still offering easy access to the nearby town of Bedford.

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Green End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.028747/-0.444691 or Grid Reference TL0637. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Roundabout on the A507, Clophill
Roundabout on the A507, Clophill
Gorse bushes in flower Gorse bushes in flower in the 'hidden valley' near Maulden Wood.
Gorse bushes in flower
Gorse bushes in flower in the 'hidden valley' near Maulden Wood.
Path in Maulden Wood A path going south from the A6 entrance to Maulden Wood.
Path in Maulden Wood
A path going south from the A6 entrance to Maulden Wood.
Lone tree on the footpath A lone tree on a footpath in Maulden Wood.
Lone tree on the footpath
A lone tree on a footpath in Maulden Wood.
A6 southbound on Deadman's Hill
A6 southbound on Deadman's Hill
Bedford Road, Clophill
Bedford Road, Clophill
Bedford Road, Clophill
Bedford Road, Clophill
Flitton Nature Reserve Part of Flitton Nature Reserve, bordered to the right by the A507.
Flitton Nature Reserve
Part of Flitton Nature Reserve, bordered to the right by the A507.
Hidden by-pass, Silsoe, Beds The A6 Silsoe by-pass is largely hidden by hedges to the north of the village; view from the old A6 of a passing lorry, with low evening sunlight casting long shadows.
Hidden by-pass, Silsoe, Beds
The A6 Silsoe by-pass is largely hidden by hedges to the north of the village; view from the old A6 of a passing lorry, with low evening sunlight casting long shadows.
River Flit meadows, Flitton, Beds – the river flows through the trees on the left.
River Flit meadows, Flitton, Beds
– the river flows through the trees on the left.
Farmland NW of Silsoe, Beds View NE from near the Ampthill Road.
Farmland NW of Silsoe, Beds
View NE from near the Ampthill Road.
Farmland NW of Silsoe, Beds View NW from near the Ampthill Road.
Farmland NW of Silsoe, Beds
View NW from near the Ampthill Road.
Deadman's Hill, Clophill, Beds The A6 cuts through the Greensand ridge north of the village.
Deadman's Hill, Clophill, Beds
The A6 cuts through the Greensand ridge north of the village.
Maulden Wood, Beds Trail guide near the A6 lay-by north of Clophill.
Maulden Wood, Beds
Trail guide near the A6 lay-by north of Clophill.
Maulden Wood, Beds Undulating ride along the Greensand ridge with autumn colours just appearing.
Maulden Wood, Beds
Undulating ride along the Greensand ridge with autumn colours just appearing.
Maulden Wood and farmland, Maulden, Beds View W along the boulder-clay capped Greensand ridge.
Maulden Wood and farmland, Maulden, Beds
View W along the boulder-clay capped Greensand ridge.
Clophill village green and High St, Beds View towards the A6 with the Flying Horse pub on the corner.
Clophill village green and High St, Beds
View towards the A6 with the Flying Horse pub on the corner.
Oxley's Cottages, beside the A6, Haynes, Beds View N from the Deadman's Hill lay-by, site of the 1961 A6 Hanratty murder; compare view with a contemporary one at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/dates/stories/august/23/newsid_3013000/3013236.stm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://news.bbc.co.uk/onthisday/hi/dates/stories/august/23/newsid_3013000/3013236.stm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Oxley's Cottages, beside the A6, Haynes, Beds
View N from the Deadman's Hill lay-by, site of the 1961 A6 Hanratty murder; compare view with a contemporary one at LinkExternal link
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Green End is located at Grid Ref: TL0637 (Lat: 52.028747, Lng: -0.444691)

Unitary Authority: Central Bedfordshire

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

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