Church End

Settlement in Bedfordshire

England

Church End

Dunstable Cemetery entrance On West Street [B489], the road to Tring and Aston Clinton from Dunstable. — Dunstable Cemetery entrance Credit: M J Richardson

Church End is a small village located in the county of Bedfordshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles south of the town of Marston Moretaine, it is a rural settlement surrounded by picturesque countryside. The village is often characterized by its quaint and charming atmosphere, with a number of traditional thatched-roof cottages dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries.

The centerpiece of Church End is the St. Mary's Church, an ancient place of worship that has stood since medieval times. This historic church features a beautiful 14th-century tower and is known for its stunning stained glass windows and intricate architectural details.

The village is primarily a residential area, with a close-knit community that takes pride in its local heritage. There are a few small businesses, including a local pub and a convenience store, which serve the needs of the residents. The surrounding fields and meadows offer a tranquil setting for countryside walks, and there are several footpaths and bridleways that can be explored.

Despite its relatively small size, Church End enjoys a vibrant community spirit and hosts various events throughout the year. These include summer fairs, village fetes, and seasonal celebrations. The village also benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities, with easy access to amenities and transport links.

Overall, Church End provides a peaceful and idyllic retreat for those seeking a rural lifestyle, while still offering the convenience of nearby amenities and a strong sense of community.

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Church End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.8788/-0.55974958 or Grid Reference SP9921. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Dunstable Cemetery entrance

On West Street [B489], the road to Tring and Aston Clinton from Dunstable.

M J Richardson

Dunstable Downs car park

Colin Pyle

Part of the Dunstable Downs in the summer of 2022

Glorious.

Jeremy Bolwell

Scene on the Dunstable Downs in summer 2022

This elegant and independent woman has settled herself into a most comfortable and commodious looking chair and is drinking in the exceptional views laid out in front of her. My type of person! No boring sea view. No sitting in her back garden and looking at the Downs. She has picked up her mat and walked. She knows that she needs the scale of a JMW Turner or Constable painting and subject matter to match. She is aloof but also very much central to the scene. I envied her her vision, insight and depth of thought. More of this please!

Jeremy Bolwell

View from Dunstable Downs

Dunstable Downs Airfield is below, much used by gliders.

Robin Webster

Kite flying on Dunstable Downs

Looking north. Although they are not easy to see on the photograph, the sky was full of kites.

Cathy Cox

Dunstable Downs Gliding Club

A view of the airfield from the downs. Gliders and tug aircraft await their turn next to the yellow control caravan. The gliding club buildings and parking area are visible beyond, in the next square. The downs continue north along the right hand side of the picture towards Pascomb Pit and Five Knolls, (the promontory on the horizon). The chalky nature of the soil is evident in the ploughed field behind the gliding club buildings.

Martin Addison

Bloke flying a kite or Kite Flying a bloke

This was a loon who, with a number of kites tied together, used the kites to lift him off the ground. At this stage he is about 10m off the ground. He is tied to the ground. Taken at the Dunstable kite festival on the downs

Dennis simpson

Dunstable Downs

A young girl acting as a wing-runner assisting with the launch of a glider at the London Gliding Club, with the 'Bowl' and Dunstable Downs in the background.

M J Richardson