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

1 bed flat for sale in Clapham Road, Bedford, MK41
1 bed flat for sale in Clapham Road, Bedford, MK41 £145,000
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One bedroom first floor flat located on the edge of Bedford's town centre within easy walking distance of Bedford Mainline Train Station. This property would make an ideal first time buy or investment and is in the process of extending the lease to...

2 bed terraced house for sale in Mountbatten Place, Bedford, MK41
2 bed terraced house for sale in Mountbatten Place, Bedford, MK41 £225,000
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Nestled in a convenient location, just off Barkers Lane, and in close proximity to lots of local amenities and the picturesque Priory Country Park, this charming two-bedroom house presents an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers or investors....

1 bed studio flat for sale in Farrer Street, Bedford, MK42
1 bed studio flat for sale in Farrer Street, Bedford, MK42 £95,000
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** CASH BUYERS ONLY** This studio first floor flat is located in the heart of Kempston, within walking distance to the High Street to enjoy all of the local amenities on offer. This property benefits from nearly 994 years on the lease, and it is...

3 bed detached house to rent in Church Farm Court, Bedford, MK44
3 bed detached house to rent in Church Farm Court, Bedford, MK44 £2,200 per month
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Nestled in a secluded private courtyard of just five homes with electric gate access, this stunning barn conversion was built in 2018 and boasts a high-quality interior, two parking spaces and an EV charger. This detached home, rarely available,...

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