Central Bedfordshire
Properties and events in Central Bedfordshire
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Ailesbury Mausoleum and Crypt
Ailesbury Mausoleum and Crypt was built by Thomas Bruce, the first Earl of Elgin in 1656 as a memorial to his second wife, Diana.
All Saints Church - Displays of Churches history. Guided Tours.
We have trained volunteer guides to carry out tours of the church and tower. Display panels in a designated heritage zone. The tower will be open and viewing from the roof will be allowed; weather permitting and risk assessed.
Bedford Geological Society Presentation at St James Parish Church
An explanation of how our area evolved geologically over the last 170 million years, the influence that this has had on today's landscape and why it is such an important part of our local heritage, including St James unique “green" Greensand.
Cainhoe Castle
Join us for a day of historical discovery at Cainhoe Castle at Clophill Lakes Nature Reserve. Discover what life was like in a Norman castle and medieval manor house.
Chews House
Chews House 77 High St South, Dunstable LU6 3SF will be open from 1000 to 1500. Chews House in High Street South which is owned by the charity and is a Grade 11 listed building, now run by the Priory Church and used as an office and meeting rooms.
Design and Weave a Colourful Heart
Get your nimble fingers ready and put on your creative cap to design and weave a colourful heart using traditional techniques. Feed colourful ribbons through slots bringing it over and under to create a woven effect.
Everyday Histories - Stotfold Photo Exhibition - Cemetery Chapel
View glimpses of everyday life over the last 100 years in Stotfold through a variety of black and white photographs. From school & group photos, then & now pictures of various locations, shops and businesses, and snapshots of family life.
Everyday Histories - Stotfold Photo Exhibition - Memorial Hall
View glimpses of everyday life over the last 100 years in Stotfold through a variety of black and white photographs. From school & group photos, then & now pictures of various locations, shops and businesses, and snapshots of family life.
Everyday Working Histories of Biggleswade
Explore the story of Biggleswade, from historic landmarks to modern transformations. Discover how the town’s buildings have shaped its past, present, and exciting future. Join us for a glimpse into Biggleswade’s evolving landscape.
Grove House Open Day
Grove House on High Street North will invite visitors inside its elegant Georgian rooms for the second time as part of Heritage Open Day. Once a family home and later a school, it now serves as the Town Council’s civic headquarters
Harper Luxe Serviced Apartments
Visitors will be invited to explore the historic covered passageway and landscaped rear courtyard of Harper Luxe Serviced Apartments on Saturday 12 September from 10 am to 3 pm
Houghton Regis Heritage Day - Medieval Festival
Explore medieval history at Houghton Hall Park with reenactors, history groups, and combat demonstrations. Accessible for wheelchairs & mobility scooters - no steps on site. Dogs welcome. No ticket required.
Lost Landscapes of Sandy Smith Nature Reserve Guided Walk
This FREE walk as part of Heritage Open Days, will focus on the hidden histories and lost landscapes within Sandy Smith Nature Reserve. Discover everything from hidden parkland to intriguing WW2 histories.
Luton Hoo Walled Garden
To celebrate Heritage Open Day we will be opening the doors to the wonderful Walled Garden on a Friday. Visit our unique Capability Brown Designed Walled Garden and its historic service buildings, displays and garden buildings.
Middle Row Markets
Middle Row Markets open from 09.30 am to 15.30 pm offering local crafts and foods. Free activities all day and the base for directions and maps to all town centre Heritage Open Day events
Priory Church
Priory Church will celebrating Heritage Open Days by opening this beautiful historic Church. Priory Church will have historical information displayed around the church using our new technology.
St John the Baptist Church, Cockayne Hatley
Visit this delightful medieval church in a quiet rural setting with remarkable Baroque Belgian woodwork installed in the 19th century.
St Mary's Catholic Church
There has been a Catholic church here since 1927, but with the growth of the town a new church was started in 1962.
St Swithuns Church Open Day
On Saturday 12th September the church will be open for visitors including a self-guided tour, trips up the tower, children's craft activities, international heritage cafe and a series of classes in traditional skills.
The History of Sandy High Street Shops
Why not join the Sandy Wellbeing Walkers on Wednesday 16 September at 10.00 am to explore the history behind the shops situated on the High Street in Sandy.