Welcome to Bedford

Bedford is an historic market town and is county town of Bedfordshire. At the last census, the Borough of Bedford had a population of 157,479. The town sits on the River Great Ouse and is only 46 miles from London, 25 miles from Cambridge, 19 miles from Northampton and 17 miles from Milton Keynes. It’s the perfect hub to access lots of local culture but also to experience all the region has to offer.

The history of Bedford

Bedford is a pretty amazing place for history buffs! It has been a market town from the early Middle Ages and the Anglo-Saxon King, Offa of Mercia, who is remembered for building Offa's Dyke on the Welsh border, was buried in 796 in what is now the Church of St Paul. In 1660, John Bunyan was imprisoned for 12 years in Bedford Gaol and it was there that he wrote The Pilgrim's Progress.

Transport

Transport in Bedford provides links between the town and other parts of England. Road access to the town is provided by the A6 and A421 roads. The town is served by two railway stations and a network of bus services.

Our Properties

5 bed detached house for sale in Brook Lane, Bedford, MK41
5 bed detached house for sale in Brook Lane, Bedford, MK41 £1,350,000
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On the market for the first time and having been built and designed 30 years ago by its current owners this beautiful five bedroom home is located in the sought after village of Renhold and offers generous living and entertaining space all set in...

3 bed semi-detached house for sale in Sidney Road, Bedford, MK40
3 bed semi-detached house for sale in Sidney Road, Bedford, MK40 £350,000
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Three bedroom Semi Detached house located on Sidney Road within walking distance to Bedford Train Station requiring some cosmetic refurbishment in certain areas offering a solid foundation and ample scope to transform it into your dream home. Upon...

1 bed flat for sale in Merton Road, Bedford, MK40
1 bed flat for sale in Merton Road, Bedford, MK40 £130,000
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**EXCLUSIVE LISTING NOT ON ANY PORTALS** View this property before it goes live on any portals. Ideal for investors or first time buyers who don't mind some DIY! One bedroom first floor flat located on the popular Merton Road a short distance from...

2 bed terraced house to rent in St. Leonards Street, Bedford, MK42
2 bed terraced house to rent in St. Leonards Street, Bedford, MK42 £1,100 per month
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Well presented two bedroom home located a short distance to Bedford South Wing Hospital and the Town Centre. Available to let now and having been recently redecorated and recarpeted this two bedroom home comprises an entrance porch, lounge,...

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