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Gazetteer of Bedfordshire Towns & Villages
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The town of Ampthill rests atop the Greensand Ridge in attractive Bedfordshire countryside. The name is of Saxon origin, and rather unromantically translates as "ant hill". It was once the site of Ampthill Castle, where Katherine of Aragon stayed (read "was kept prisoner") from 1531-33. In that latter year her divorce from Henry VIII became final and she was moved to Kimbolton Castle.
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Ampthill,
Bedfordshire,
England
Attraction Type: Town
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OS Grid TL034 375
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| Cople
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All Saints in Cople has been called one of the most beautiful in churches in Bedfordshire. The first church here was built around 1087, and it was later granted to Chicksands Priory. The church was rebuilt in the 15th century, but it still houses a 14th century bell in the largely original tower.
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Cople,
Bedfordshire,
England
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OS Grid TL103 484
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| Dunstable
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There have been inhabitants in the area of Dunstable since prehistoric times, as the earthworks and burial mounds on the chalk hills above the town attest. Later, the Romans established a town they called Durocobrivis here at the junction of Watling Street and the ancient trackway known as the Icknield Way.
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Dunstable,
Bedfordshire,
England
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OS Grid TL017 220
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Elstow is a small about two miles south of Bedford, known for its connection with John Bunyan, author of The Pilgrim’ s Progress. Bunyan was born here, and was christened in the Abbey Church of St Helena and St Mary in 1628. Bunyan's parents and sister are buried in the graveyard.
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Elstow,
Bedfordshire,
England
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OS Grid TL052 465
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The Thatched Cottage
Rattlesden
Self catering cottage
This detached Thatched Cottage which was awarded Britains Best Homes, and awarded the Best Thatched Cottage in 2007, offers; Porch, Dining/Hall, sitting room with inglenook … more >>
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Bwthyn Onnen
St Dogmaels
Self catering cottage
Bwthyn Onnen offers 1 double, 1 twin, bathroom, wood-beamed lounge/diner with french doors to patio area, well equipped kitchen.
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| Luton (Hotel) |
Chiltern Hotel and 15 days parking
This modern hotel has a friendly atmosphere and is set on the outskirts of Luton town centre, within close proximity of Luton Airport (5 miles) and London (35 miles). Explore the scenic Chiltern Hills and Dunstable Downs, or visit Whipsnade Wildlife Park and Woburn Abbey. Bedrooms which are equipped with … more >>
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| Luton (Hotel) |
Express by Holiday Inn Luton Airport
The Express by Holiday Inn Luton Airport hotel is a 147 bedroom modern hotel near the airport. The hotel is easily accessible by air, road and rail, making it an excellent choice. Facilities include well equipped bedrooms with desk area and telephone, modem link, tea & coffee making facilities, satellite … more >>
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