Roxton

Settlement in Bedfordshire

England

Roxton

Old Great North Road, Church End The dual carriageway runs parallel now.
Old Great North Road, Church End Credit: David Howard

Roxton is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. Situated just 5 miles south-west of Bedford, the village has a population of around 450 residents. It is nestled in a picturesque rural setting, surrounded by rolling countryside and farmland.

The origins of Roxton can be traced back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was recorded as "Rochestone." Over the centuries, the village has retained its historic charm, with many traditional stone cottages and buildings still standing today.

The heart of Roxton is its village green, a tranquil space where locals gather for community events and activities. The green is surrounded by a mix of residential homes and a few local businesses, including a village shop and a cozy pub, which serves as a social hub for residents.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in the surrounding area. The nearby Great Ouse River offers opportunities for boating and fishing, while the beautiful countryside provides scenic walking and cycling routes. Additionally, Roxton is conveniently located near popular attractions such as the Woburn Safari Park and the historical Wrest Park.

Despite its small size, Roxton benefits from a strong sense of community. Regular events and gatherings, such as the annual village fete and monthly farmers' market, bring residents together. The village also has a primary school, ensuring that families with young children have access to local education.

Overall, Roxton is a charming and peaceful village that offers a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, while still providing convenient access to nearby amenities and attractions.

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Roxton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.177533/-0.315917 or Grid Reference TL1554. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Great North Road, Church End The dual carriageway runs parallel now.
Old Great North Road, Church End
The dual carriageway runs parallel now.
Aubretia Cottage on Colesden Road
Aubretia Cottage on Colesden Road
Cottages on Colesden Road
Cottages on Colesden Road
Spinney Road, Chawston
Spinney Road, Chawston
The A421, Chawston
The A421, Chawston
Woods by Roxton Road, Chawston
Woods by Roxton Road, Chawston
The A421, Chawston
The A421, Chawston
Roxton Road crossing the A421
Roxton Road crossing the A421
Roxton Road, Chawston At the end of the A421 bridge
Roxton Road, Chawston
At the end of the A421 bridge
High Street, Roxton
High Street, Roxton
High Street, Roxton
High Street, Roxton
Bedford Road, Roxton Leaving the Black Cat Roundabout
Bedford Road, Roxton
Leaving the Black Cat Roundabout
Gannock Castle Earthworks, Tempsford Gannocks Castle is the likely site of the medieval Manor of Tempsford. It is a scheduled ancient monument. The building was surrounded by a moat.
Gannock Castle Earthworks, Tempsford
Gannocks Castle is the likely site of the medieval Manor of Tempsford. It is a scheduled ancient monument. The building was surrounded by a moat.
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Roxton : lodge, Roxton Park
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Fuel Filling Station
Fuel Filling Station
The Black Cat Roundabout
The Black Cat Roundabout
Little house on Bedford Road, Roxton
Little house on Bedford Road, Roxton
Bedford Road, Roxton
Bedford Road, Roxton
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Roxton is located at Grid Ref: TL1554 (Lat: 52.177533, Lng: -0.315917)

Unitary Authority: Bedford

Police Authority: Bedfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.177533,-0.315917
Crossing
Bicycle: yes
Crossing: unmarked
Crossing Island: yes
Crossing Markings: no
Tactile Paving: no
Lat/Long: 52.1784757/-0.3199121
Roxton
Place: village
Wikidata: Q1521630
Wikipedia: en:Roxton, Bedfordshire
Lat/Long: 52.1762935/-0.3154315
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:15; Sa 09:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: MK44 236
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2016-05-07
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Bus Stop
Park Road
Bus: yes
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Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
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Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.1739447/-0.3158526
Historic: memorial
Source: Bing
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Bus Stop
Park Road
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 020033104
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Naptan Landmark: Park Road
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Shelter: yes
Source: naptan_import
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Church Farm House
Addr City: Roxton
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housenumber: 41
Addr Postcode: MK44 3EB
Addr Street: High Street
Fhrs Authority: Bedford
Fhrs Id: 109419
Fhrs Local Authority Id: 39526
Tourism: guest_house
Wikidata: Q26607136
Lat/Long: 52.1766293/-0.3154197
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 52.179455/-0.3225195
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 52.1780676/-0.3120142
Access: private
Entrance: main
Lat/Long: 52.1752882/-0.3156725
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: outside Roxton Village Hall
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Note: 25.02.24 - Not on the BHF database. Email sent to parish council clerk requesting the AED be registered with The Circuit.
Operator: Roxton Parish Council
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Entrance: yes
Lat/Long: 52.1772667/-0.3159648
Give Way
Direction: backward
Lat/Long: 52.1776245/-0.315918
Give Way
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Barrier: cattle_grid
Lat/Long: 52.1740448/-0.3196317
Turning Circle
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Turning Circle
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Door: hinged
Entrance: main
Wheelchair: yes
Lat/Long: 52.1769541/-0.314629
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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