Central Bedfordshire
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Central Bedfordshire is a largely rural county in the East Midlands, characterized by gentle countryside, market towns and farming heritage. The area sits between London and the Midlands, making it accessible without being heavily built-up.
Where to stay in Central Bedfordshire
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Self-catering cottages are available across the area. The Farmhouse at Polehanger is a six-bedroom farmhouse set on a 400-acre farm. Brooklands Farm Cottage offers two bedrooms near Biggleswade, while Eventide is a three-bedroom semi-detached cottage and St Johns Rest provides a ground-floor one-bedroom apartment.
The Crown Hotel Wetherspoon
23 High St, Biggleswade
Stratton Cottage Guesthouse
4a London Road, Biggleswade
The Stratton House Hotel
London Road, Biggleswade
The Green Man
Southill Road, Biggleswade
The Black Horse at Ireland
Ireland, Shefford
Champneys Henlow
Coach Road, Henlow
Riverside Cottage - Shefford
29 Heronslee, Shefford
Poplars Farm
1 Clifton Road, Henlow
Things to Do in Central Bedfordshire
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Attractions Near Central Bedfordshire
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2 mi
Krafty Shed
Biggleswade · ⭐ 4.8
2 mi
Baulk Wood
Biggleswade · ⭐ 4.8
3 mi
The Lodge
Sandy · ⭐ 4.6
4 mi
Perfect Playland
Shefford · ⭐ 4.6
4 mi
Bermuda Falls Adventure Golf
Henlow · ⭐ 4.9
5 mi
Summerfields Miniature Railways
Haynes · ⭐ 4.8
6 mi
Herrings Green Activity Farm & Birds of Prey Centre
Wilstead · ⭐ 4.5
6 mi
Danish Camp
Bedford · ⭐ 4.3
Camping in Central Bedfordshire
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Self-Catering Cottages in Central Bedfordshire(4)
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Common questions about Central Bedfordshire
How many holiday cottages are there in Central Bedfordshire?
We list 4 self-catering cottages in and around Central Bedfordshire.
Can I take a dog to a holiday cottage in Central Bedfordshire?
Yes — 2 of the 4 Central Bedfordshire cottages we list allow pets.
Are there large holiday cottages in Central Bedfordshire for groups?
Yes — the largest cottage we list in Central Bedfordshire sleeps 12.
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