Local area guide
Living in Bedford
Around Templars Park by Redrow · Bedfordshire
The schools, transport, shops and green spaces that shape day-to-day life — plus local trades who already work in Bedford.
Area at a glance
Bedford, at a glance
Schools, transport, what’s nearby — written for new-build buyers settling in.
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Bedford offers an excellent blend of market town heritage and modern convenience. The town centre boasts independent shops, high street retailers, and a thriving restaurant scene along the River Great Ouse. Transport links are superb, with Bedford railway station providing direct services to London St Pancras in under an hour and easy connections to Brighton and the Midlands. The A421 offers swift access to the M1 and Oxford. Families will appreciate Bedford's strong educational provision, including well-regarded primary schools like Castle Newnham and Cotton End, plus Bedford School and Dame Alice Harpur School. Asda, Tesco, and Waitrose serve daily shopping needs, while Bedford Park and the riverside provide lovely recreational spaces.
Local trades
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