West End

Settlement in Bedfordshire

England

West End

The De Grey Mausoleum, Flitton Mausoleum of the De Grey family, Flitton Church. Memorial to the 6th Earl of Kent.
The De Grey Mausoleum, Flitton Credit: N Avery

West End is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. Situated approximately 7 miles west of the county town of Bedford, it is a primarily residential area with a population of around 1,000 residents.

The village is known for its picturesque countryside surroundings and offers a peaceful and tranquil setting for its inhabitants. West End is characterized by its charming traditional cottages and well-maintained gardens, which contribute to its overall aesthetic appeal.

Despite its small size, West End provides its residents with essential amenities such as a village hall, a primary school, and a local convenience store, ensuring that daily needs are met within the community itself. For additional services and facilities, residents can easily access nearby towns such as Bedford, which offers a wider range of shops, restaurants, and leisure activities.

The village benefits from its proximity to the beautiful Bedfordshire countryside, with several walking and cycling paths available for outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby River Great Ouse provides opportunities for boating and fishing, adding to the recreational options available to residents.

Transport links in West End are convenient, with regular bus services connecting the village to neighboring towns and villages. The A428 road runs close to the village, allowing easy access to major highways and facilitating travel to larger cities such as Milton Keynes and Cambridge.

Overall, West End, Bedfordshire offers a charming and idyllic lifestyle for its residents, combining the tranquility of rural living with the convenience of nearby amenities and transport connections.

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West End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.007834/-0.43007714 or Grid Reference TL0735. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The De Grey Mausoleum, Flitton Mausoleum of the De Grey family, Flitton Church. Memorial to the 6th Earl of Kent.
The De Grey Mausoleum, Flitton
Mausoleum of the De Grey family, Flitton Church. Memorial to the 6th Earl of Kent.
A6 southbound at Warren Lane
A6 southbound at Warren Lane
The Bath House A rustic folly at Wrest Park
The Bath House
A rustic folly at Wrest Park
Wrest House The south frontage
Wrest House
The south frontage
Archer Pavilion On the Wrest Park estate, a baroque entertaining folly
Archer Pavilion
On the Wrest Park estate, a baroque entertaining folly
Wrest Park Statue Near the Serpentine and one of the few statues without a Historic England listing
Wrest Park Statue
Near the Serpentine and one of the few statues without a Historic England listing
The Italian Garden At Wrest House
The Italian Garden
At Wrest House
Silsoe, Wrest Park: English Heritage Tearoom
Silsoe, Wrest Park: English Heritage Tearoom
Silsoe, Wrest Park: Plants and garden requisites sales area
Silsoe, Wrest Park: Plants and garden requisites sales area
Silsoe, Wrest Park: Wyvern sculpture
Silsoe, Wrest Park: Wyvern sculpture
Silsoe, Wrest Park: Gateway
Silsoe, Wrest Park: Gateway
Silsoe, Wrest Park: Gateway
Silsoe, Wrest Park: Gateway
Silsoe, Wrest Park: The Italian Garden and west aspect of the Country House
Silsoe, Wrest Park: The Italian Garden and west aspect of the Country House
Silsoe, Wrest Park: Plants in The Italian Garden
Silsoe, Wrest Park: Plants in The Italian Garden
Silsoe, Wrest Park: The Italian Garden
Silsoe, Wrest Park: The Italian Garden
Silsoe, Wrest Park: The statue of Pomona in The Italian Garden
Silsoe, Wrest Park: The statue of Pomona in The Italian Garden
Silsoe, Wrest Park Country House: West window detail
Silsoe, Wrest Park Country House: West window detail
Silsoe, Wrest Park Country House: Inside the Conservatory
Silsoe, Wrest Park Country House: Inside the Conservatory
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West End is located at Grid Ref: TL0735 (Lat: 52.007834, Lng: -0.43007714)

Unitary Authority: Central Bedfordshire

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

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Silsoe
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