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Billington, Little

Settlement in Bedfordshire

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Billington, Little

Mill Road, Slapton
Mill Road, Slapton Credit: David Howard

Billington is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. Situated near the town of Leighton Buzzard, it lies approximately 42 miles northwest of London. With a population of around 1,500 residents, it is a close-knit community offering a peaceful and rural lifestyle.

The village is known for its picturesque setting, nestled amidst the rolling hills of the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The landscape is characterized by lush green fields, charming woodlands, and scenic walking trails, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and hikers.

Billington has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Roman period. The village features several historic buildings, including the Grade II listed All Saints Church, which dates back to the 12th century and showcases beautiful Norman architecture.

Amenities in Billington include a local pub, The Green Man, which serves as a popular meeting place for residents and visitors alike. The village also has a primary school, providing education for local children.

While Billington offers a tranquil and rural atmosphere, it benefits from its proximity to Leighton Buzzard, which provides a wider range of amenities, including shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The village is well-connected to nearby towns and cities via road and rail links, with the M1 motorway and Leighton Buzzard railway station both easily accessible.

Overall, Billington is a charming and idyllic village, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life while still providing access to essential amenities and nearby urban centers.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.893059/-0.640488 or Grid Reference SP9322. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mill Road, Slapton
Mill Road, Slapton
Slapton Road, Little Billington
Slapton Road, Little Billington
Leighton Buzzard: Doll Doll being the name of this 1919 built steam engine on the narrow gauge Leighton Buzzard Railway. This photograph was taken at the Page's Park terminus station. The railway was originally built in 1919 to carry sand from nearby quarries to the now dismantled Leighton Buzzard to Dunstable standard gauge railway line close to Page's Park. It closed as an industrial line in 1969, but was taken over by volunteers to be run as a heritage railway. The railway has a very informative website here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.buzzrail.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.buzzrail.co.uk/">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>
Leighton Buzzard: Doll
Doll being the name of this 1919 built steam engine on the narrow gauge Leighton Buzzard Railway. This photograph was taken at the Page's Park terminus station. The railway was originally built in 1919 to carry sand from nearby quarries to the now dismantled Leighton Buzzard to Dunstable standard gauge railway line close to Page's Park. It closed as an industrial line in 1969, but was taken over by volunteers to be run as a heritage railway. The railway has a very informative website here LinkExternal link
"Carpenters Arms", Slapton The pub lies on Horton Road in the middle of the village. Viewed looking North.
"Carpenters Arms", Slapton
The pub lies on Horton Road in the middle of the village. Viewed looking North.
Holy Cross Church, Slapton The church lies on the Eastern edge of the Village. Viewed looking North East.
Holy Cross Church, Slapton
The church lies on the Eastern edge of the Village. Viewed looking North East.
Holy Cross, Slapton I think the blue netting is probably there in an attempt to discourage people from venturing too near to the tower as it looks to be visibly disintegrating ! This churchyard is frequented by surly looking sheep. More information about Slapton and Holy Cross church here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.british-history.ac.uk/report.asp?compid=42590" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.british-history.ac.uk/report.asp?compid=42590">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>
Holy Cross, Slapton
I think the blue netting is probably there in an attempt to discourage people from venturing too near to the tower as it looks to be visibly disintegrating ! This churchyard is frequented by surly looking sheep. More information about Slapton and Holy Cross church here LinkExternal link
Surly sheep, Slapton churchyard These sheep seemed decidedly grumpy - perhaps because I'd disturbed their afternoon snooze.
Surly sheep, Slapton churchyard
These sheep seemed decidedly grumpy - perhaps because I'd disturbed their afternoon snooze.
The Carpenters Arms, Slapton Very neat thatch on this country village pub. The sign declares "Real Ale, Scrumpy Cider, Fine Wines" - Sounds good to me.
The Carpenters Arms, Slapton
Very neat thatch on this country village pub. The sign declares "Real Ale, Scrumpy Cider, Fine Wines" - Sounds good to me.
Crumbling Tower A close-up of the crumbling masonry of the tower of Slapton's church of the Holy Cross.
Crumbling Tower
A close-up of the crumbling masonry of the tower of Slapton's church of the Holy Cross.
Ouzel Brook Looking North-East as the lane called The Rye crosses the Ouzel Brook between Eaton Bray and Billington. Originally I thought that this was the River Ouzel, but in fact it joins that river just a few hundred yards to the southwest in this same square. Looking at the map, the River Ouzel can be seen coming northwestwards from the direction of Eaton Bray and joining this Ouzel Brook at a T-junction. The River Ouzel is the county boundary between Buckinghamshire (to the south) and Bedfordshire (to the north). This county boundary is marked by dark dashes and dots along its course, while the Ouzel Brook has the dots of a Civil Parish boundary, with Billington CP to the NW and Eaton Bray CP to the SE.
Ouzel Brook
Looking North-East as the lane called The Rye crosses the Ouzel Brook between Eaton Bray and Billington. Originally I thought that this was the River Ouzel, but in fact it joins that river just a few hundred yards to the southwest in this same square. Looking at the map, the River Ouzel can be seen coming northwestwards from the direction of Eaton Bray and joining this Ouzel Brook at a T-junction. The River Ouzel is the county boundary between Buckinghamshire (to the south) and Bedfordshire (to the north). This county boundary is marked by dark dashes and dots along its course, while the Ouzel Brook has the dots of a Civil Parish boundary, with Billington CP to the NW and Eaton Bray CP to the SE.
Ouzel Brook off The Rye Looking South-West as the lane called The Rye crosses the Ouzel Brook between Eaton Bray and Billington. About 300 yards/metres to the Southwest this brook meets the - not much bigger - River Ouzel. For more information see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/182656">SP9521 : Ouzel Brook</a>
Ouzel Brook off The Rye
Looking South-West as the lane called The Rye crosses the Ouzel Brook between Eaton Bray and Billington. About 300 yards/metres to the Southwest this brook meets the - not much bigger - River Ouzel. For more information see SP9521 : Ouzel Brook
Farm Buildings along The Rye These are a group of isolated farm buildings alongside the lane called The Rye between Eaton Bray and Billington.
Farm Buildings along The Rye
These are a group of isolated farm buildings alongside the lane called The Rye between Eaton Bray and Billington.
Entrance to Mead Open Farm As can be seen from the sign, Mead Farm is open to the public every day.
Entrance to Mead Open Farm
As can be seen from the sign, Mead Farm is open to the public every day.
The Rye near Billington The lane from Eaton Bray to Billington is called The Rye. Here it is approaching a T-junction with Stanbridge Road near Billington. Most of the lane is through fields, but this last stretch is overarched by trees as can be seen.
The Rye near Billington
The lane from Eaton Bray to Billington is called The Rye. Here it is approaching a T-junction with Stanbridge Road near Billington. Most of the lane is through fields, but this last stretch is overarched by trees as can be seen.
McDonald's near Leighton Buzzard Just off the A505/A4146 roundabout is this ubiquitous feature of modern Britain (and the rest of the world for that matter) a McDonald's fast food "restaurant". The photo was taken from the adjoining service station.
McDonald's near Leighton Buzzard
Just off the A505/A4146 roundabout is this ubiquitous feature of modern Britain (and the rest of the world for that matter) a McDonald's fast food "restaurant". The photo was taken from the adjoining service station.
River Ouzel between Slapton and Little Billington Taken from the bridge over the river between the two villages. The Bucks / Beds county boundary runs along the course of this river at this point. The view from the other side of the bridge can be seen here <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/221150">SP9321 : River Ouzel - Beds Bucks Border</a>
River Ouzel between Slapton and Little Billington
Taken from the bridge over the river between the two villages. The Bucks / Beds county boundary runs along the course of this river at this point. The view from the other side of the bridge can be seen here SP9321 : River Ouzel - Beds Bucks Border
Footpath in Little Billington This footpath in Little Billington is on a corner next to a cottage with a pretty floral garden (<a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/221153">SP9322 : Rose Cottage, Little Billington</a>). After a few yards heading East the path turns and strikes off in a Northeasterly direction connecting two lanes as a shortcut.
Footpath in Little Billington
This footpath in Little Billington is on a corner next to a cottage with a pretty floral garden (SP9322 : Rose Cottage, Little Billington). After a few yards heading East the path turns and strikes off in a Northeasterly direction connecting two lanes as a shortcut.
A505 and lay-by There are few features in this square which is dominated by the comparatively new A505. This lay-by regularly has a fast-food van providing victuals for passing motorists - or rather for those that stop !
A505 and lay-by
There are few features in this square which is dominated by the comparatively new A505. This lay-by regularly has a fast-food van providing victuals for passing motorists - or rather for those that stop !
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Billington, Little is located at Grid Ref: SP9322 (Lat: 51.893059, Lng: -0.640488)

Unitary Authority: Central Bedfordshire

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

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