Bidwell

Settlement in Bedfordshire

England

Bidwell

Houghton Mansions, Houghton Regis Shops with flats above between Houghton Regis and Dunstable. The junction of the A505 and B520.
Houghton Mansions, Houghton Regis Credit: M J Richardson

Bidwell is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles northwest of the town of Dunstable and 5 miles south of the town of Bedford. Bidwell falls within the Central Bedfordshire local authority area.

The village is known for its picturesque countryside surroundings and tranquil atmosphere. It is predominantly a residential area, with a relatively small population. The houses in Bidwell range from modern properties to traditional cottages, giving the village a charming and diverse character.

Despite its small size, Bidwell benefits from its close proximity to larger towns such as Dunstable and Bedford. This allows residents to have easy access to a wider range of amenities, including shops, supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities.

One notable feature of Bidwell is its beautiful green spaces and nature reserves. The village is surrounded by fields and farmland, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, or simply enjoying the tranquility of nature.

Bidwell is well-connected by road, with the A5 passing nearby and providing easy access to the M1 motorway. The village also benefits from good public transportation links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Bidwell is a peaceful and idyllic village in Bedfordshire, offering a high quality of life for its residents while still providing easy access to nearby amenities and transport links.

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Bidwell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.910247/-0.529477 or Grid Reference TL0124. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Houghton Mansions, Houghton Regis Shops with flats above between Houghton Regis and Dunstable. The junction of the A505 and B520.
Houghton Mansions, Houghton Regis
Shops with flats above between Houghton Regis and Dunstable. The junction of the A505 and B520.
Shops on High Street North, Dunstable
Shops on High Street North, Dunstable
High Street North, Dunstable
High Street North, Dunstable
Bedford Square, Houghton Regis View of Bedford Square showing the Health Centre and Library (now demolished and rebuilt).
Bedford Square, Houghton Regis
View of Bedford Square showing the Health Centre and Library (now demolished and rebuilt).
Site of Dunstable North Station Central Bedfordshire Council offices now occupy the site of the old Dunstable North Station.  It was on the L&NWR branch from Leighton Buzzard and connected to the GNR branch onwards to Luton and Hatfield.  There was a bridge over the A5 in the foreground below the council sign; the road still dips where it once was.
Site of Dunstable North Station
Central Bedfordshire Council offices now occupy the site of the old Dunstable North Station. It was on the L&NWR branch from Leighton Buzzard and connected to the GNR branch onwards to Luton and Hatfield. There was a bridge over the A5 in the foreground below the council sign; the road still dips where it once was.
House building north of Houghton Regis
House building north of Houghton Regis
Pylons by the North Dunstable Bypass
Pylons by the North Dunstable Bypass
Trees on the Ickniekd Way
Trees on the Ickniekd Way
New footpath on the new housing estate near Bidwell
New footpath on the new housing estate near Bidwell
Dilapidated barn at Bidwell
Dilapidated barn at Bidwell
Public art wall on the Chiltern Way coming in to Bidwell
Public art wall on the Chiltern Way coming in to Bidwell
Cars and trees on Churchfield road
Cars and trees on Churchfield road
Dunstable Rugby Club
Dunstable Rugby Club
Curious sheep on the footpath
Curious sheep on the footpath
Autumnal hedge on the Chiltern Way
Autumnal hedge on the Chiltern Way
Pavilion on the Green at Houghton Regis
Pavilion on the Green at Houghton Regis
Houses on Houghton High Street
Houses on Houghton High Street
Footpath by the Green
Footpath by the Green
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Bidwell is located at Grid Ref: TL0124 (Lat: 51.910247, Lng: -0.529477)

Unitary Authority: Central Bedfordshire

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

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