South End

Settlement in Bedfordshire

England

South End

B5704 London Road towards Woburn Credit: Robin Webster

South End is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. Situated in the southern part of the county, it is part of the Central Bedfordshire district. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and farmland, creating a tranquil and rural setting.

Despite its small size, South End has a close-knit and friendly community. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional cottages and modern houses. The population of the village is relatively small, creating a tight community where residents often know each other.

South End benefits from its proximity to the larger towns of Luton and Dunstable, which provide a range of amenities such as shopping centers, leisure facilities, and entertainment options. The village itself, however, retains a peaceful atmosphere, offering a refuge from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

Nature enthusiasts will find much to enjoy in South End and its surroundings. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering opportunities for walking, cycling, and exploring the local flora and fauna. The nearby Chiltern Hills provide stunning views and are a popular destination for outdoor activities.

Overall, South End in Bedfordshire is a charming and idyllic village. Its rural location, friendly community, and access to nearby towns make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque setting.

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South End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.961409/-0.583826 or Grid Reference SP9730. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

B5704 London Road towards Woburn

Robin Webster

Farmland, Milton Bryan

A footpath through wheat to the north-east of the village.

Andrew Smith

Farmland, Toddington

Oats to the north-west of Happy Land Farm.

Andrew Smith

Farmland, Potsgrove

A bridleway through oats climbs towards the B5704.

Andrew Smith

Milton Wood

This view of Milton Wood was taken from the Eastern edge of Fourteen Acre Spinney on the road from Eversholt to Milton Bryan.

Rob Farrow

St. Peter, Milton Bryan

Rather an unusual church this one. It is almost square with parts of wildly different ages and construction style - and it has a tower made of such closely keened pale stone that it looks like concrete. It is set in a garden-like churchyard. Definitely a one-off. I originally accidentally added a T to Bryan making it Bryant - curiously I now discover that that is an alternative disused name for the village. More info here - Link

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St. Peter's church, Milton Bryan - Western end

A close up of the Western end of St. Peter's church, Milton Bryan showing some of the mix of architectural styles and periods. This is a very odd-looking church. More info. here Link

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Ford Spinney

Taken from the A4012 near Battlesden

Rob Farrow

Hill Farm Sheep

These sheep belong to Hill Farm which can be seen in the background. The lane abruptly ends just after this point with a private road continuing to the farm and a track leading to Battlesden.

Rob Farrow

St. Peter, Milton Bryan - The Tower

Taken from near the gateway into this unusual church's churchyard.

Rob Farrow

Fields near Battlesden

Looking across fields to the church and manor at Battlesden (which are in the adjacent square, see SP9529 : St Peter and All Saints, Battlesden). I think the crop is wheat, but as it has not yet produced its ears I'm by no means certain.

Rob Farrow

Lane to Battlesden

This is the lane to Battlesden having left the main A4012 and travelled a few hundred yards. There is a footpath off to the right (North) at this point which leads towards Milton Bryan.

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Approaching Battlesden Church

This lane runs up to the church at Battlesden (see SP9529 : St Peter and All Saints, Battlesden) then comes to an abrupt halt as a road but continues as a footpath past the church and Battlesden House. The precariously leaning tree on the right looks like a Scots Pine to me. The manor here was once owned by the remarkably-named Sir Gregory Page-Turner who should have been a novelist really !

Rob Farrow

Centre Farm, Battlesden

These buildings belong to Centre Farm in Battlesden. The track continues to Hill Farm (see SP9728 : Hill Farm Sheep) and according to my old 1:50000 is marked as a yellow (drivable) lane - but having seen the other end of it I think it would be a little cruel to an ordinary saloon car !

Rob Farrow

Battlesden

Taken at the hairpin (see map) in Battlesden where the main drivable lane doubles back to get to Battlesden church. In addition to this lane and the track next to SP9628 : Centre Farm, Battlesden there is a more direct footpath here to Hill Farm and a bridleway which heads towards Hockliffe. There are very few properties in this parish which is a very quiet little oasis. It has a church which I think means that it is a village, but there are many hamlets bigger than this !

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St Peter and All Saints, Battlesden

Tiny Battlesden's rather splendid church. Although not particularly large I would think that this church could hold the entire population of Battlesden five times over ! Read more about Battlesden and its church here Link

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House and churchyard, Battlesden

The western part of the churchyard at Battlesden is very overgrown with tall grass and cow parsley in abundance. I would guess that the house here - one of very few in Battlesden - was the rectory. As most of the properties here were built on the instructions of the Duke of Bedford, I would think that this one certainly was.

Rob Farrow

Milton Lodge

Most of the lodgehouses around here are to the enormous Woburn Abbey estate, but this one near Milton Bryan is an exception. This lodge marks the start of Battlesden Avenue which leads (after about a mile) to Battlesden House next to Battlesden Church. There is some information about this manor house here Link

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South End is located at Grid Ref: SP9730 (Lat: 51.961409, Lng: -0.583826)

Unitary Authority: Central Bedfordshire

Police Authority: Bedfordshire