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If history and beautiful views is what you’re after, make sure to plan your break in Bedfordshire in and around Ampthill.

Ampthill is a lovely little market town that has everything history or nature fans could want. On one side it is sheltered by hills under the brow of the Greensand Ridge, giving some amazing views and opportunities for peaceful walks and wildlife spotting. It is also close to some of Bedfordshire’s top attractions, such as the Abbey and Safari Park in Woburn and the ruins of the famous Jacobian mansion at Houghton Regis among others.

Where history is concerned, you’ll find it in abundance here, Ampthill is an incredibly historical market town dating all the way back to Anglo-Saxon times, evidence of this is all around you, why not go on a hunt for relics while visiting and take in some of the amazing historical sites that surround this interesting and peaceful town?
It is a real haven for historians with many great moments in Britain’s history taking place in and around the town. The town is most famous for its links with the Tudor royals, which came about after the Battle of Agincourt after the building of the town’s castle. It was here that Catherine of Aaragon was held while Henry VIII was preparing to woo Anne Boleyn. When it fell into ruins, it became Ampthill House, which although is private property, has a public park which visitors are welcome to walk around and explore at their leisure.

Ampthill Park was named as Henry VIII’s favourite hunting place and was also the spot where Catherine of Aragon was incarcerated during their divorce. Visitors can see the spot where she was held by looking out for a stone cross when exploring the town. The people of the town are proud of their heritage and this is obvious by the amount of care that has gone into preserving the buildings and monuments.

Ampthill is full of narrow streets which are lined with Georgian buildings and beautiful thatched cottages, really making you feel like you’ve stepped back in time. It is a lively town, with a market held every week and several restaurants, village shops and pubs. Many of these buildings are housed in period buildings which were first build during the Tudor period, offering an interesting place to stop for a bit of lunch or to grab some essentials. It’s just one of the ways that the residents display the history of their town and really adds to the experience of shopping or eating here. It isn’t just the buildings and the markets that the town has going for it, there is a lively events calendar too, annual festivals which including live music events from rock and pop performances to opera, are a regular feature and well worth the visit.

The market is a particular draw to visitors, it was first held in 1219 when the town was granted a charter for a weekly market, in 2019, the market celebrated its 800^th birthday. Each of the markets feature exciting local produce and really gives you the chance to get to know the varied items and food that come out of Bedfordshire. You'll find plenty to see and do in Ampthill so make sure to check the what's on pages and keep an eye out for events, activities and accommodation in the area.

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Center Parcs Woburn Forest

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Millbrook, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2HZ

Telephone
03448 266266

Bedford

With luxury lodges nestled in the forest, Center Parcs is the perfect escape for family and friends to spend quality time together.

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Grant Palmer Ltd

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2C West House, Commerce Way, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, MK45 5BP

Telephone
01525 719719

info@grantpalmer.com

Flitwick

Grant Palmer Ltd is a family run and locally owned bus company providing public bus and contract services right across Bedfordshire. From our depot in Flitwick, our team of 75 staff run a fleet of 35 buses, to connect key towns, villages,…

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Aqua Sana at Centre Parcs Woburn Forest

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Millbrook, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2HZ

Telephone
03448 266266

Bedford

Aqua Sana Spa Woburn Forest is located in the heart of Bedfordshire, and provides the perfect natural setting to escape the stresses of everyday life. Enjoy whilst on a Center Parcs break, or book as a Spa Day or Spa Break guest.

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The Rufus Centre

Address

Steppingley Road, Flitwick, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 1AH

Telephone
01525 631905

bookings@therufuscentre.co.uk

Bedford

The Rufus Centre is one of the most flexible, meeting, conference and event venues in Bedfordshire.

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Donatellos Pizza & Pasta Restaurant

Address

91 Dunstable Street, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45 2NG

Telephone
01582 605587

Ampthill

Traditional homemade Italian pizza and pasta served in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

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Donatello's Dunstable

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High Street North, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1AU

Telephone
01582 475 797

Dunstable

We have been serving delicious Italian food to the local community since 1981, where our recipes have been lovingly passed down through the generations.

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The Wingfield Club

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Church Street, Ampthill, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2PL

Telephone
01525 841736

office@thewingfieldclub.co.uk

Bedford

Ampthill's number one social club, which is 100 years old is housed in a striking Georgian building.The Club was founded in 1920 as part of a war memorial and continues to serve the local community with its bar, function rooms and large garden.…

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The Albion at Ampthill

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36 Dunstable Street, Ampthill, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2JT

Telephone
01525 634857

Bedford

Award-winning pub! Famous for real ales, great customers and popular bar professionals. We look forward to welcoming you!

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Ossory Arms

Address

Arthur Street, Ampthill, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2QQ

Telephone
0871 951 1000

Bedford

An unpretentious and welcoming no-nonsense, back-street, two-bar pub of the best kind.

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#pigzoo – Petpiggies ‘Mini Pig Encounters’

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Woburn Forest, Fordfield Road, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, MK45 2HZ

Telephone
07803 369847

info@petpiggies.co.uk

Flitwick

#pigzoo - Petpiggies ‘Mini Pig Encounters’ is an interactive educational ‘back to nature’ experience offering visitors of all ages the rare opportunity to meet little pigs face to face whilst learning all about these wonderful creatures.

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Eileen's by Steve Barringer

Address

Dunstable Street, Ampthill, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2JP

Telephone
01525 839889

Bedford

Hello and welcome to Eileen’s. Our home is in Ampthill, located in the heart of Bedfordshire, where we invite our guests to celebrate local produce in a warm, friendly, non-pretentious atmosphere. Our goal at Eileen’s is to allow our guests to enjoy…

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