Discover Bedford
Bedford is the county town of Bedfordshire, set on the River Great Ouse. It has a historic centre with an attractive embankment, a thriving restaurant scene and a diverse local community. The wider area continues to see residential and commercial development, and Cardington's airship hangars nearby hold a notable place in aviation history. Areas such as Kempston, Goldington and Putnoe surround the centre. People need to be in Bedford for local development and construction work, business, education and travel across the East of England. Surrounding areas include the town centre, Kempston, Goldington, Putnoe and the surrounding Bedfordshire area. For getting around, Bedford has mainline rail with links to London in around forty minutes and Thameslink services, and sits close to the A1 and A421. WJO Property sources fully furnished accommodation around Bedford with one point of contact.
Transport
Bedford station: Mainline station with Thameslink services to London.
A1: Major road passing close to the town.
A421: Road towards Milton Keynes and the M1.
A6: Road towards Luton and Kettering.
M1: Motorway reached via the A421.
Bedford: Landmarks and Local Highlights
Bedford Embankment: Riverside promenade and gardens.
The Higgins Bedford: Museum and art gallery.
Priory Country Park: Park and lakes on the edge of the town.
Bedford Castle Mound: Site of the medieval castle.
Cardington Airship Hangars: Historic hangars near Bedford.
Bunyan Meeting: Church linked to John Bunyan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which areas around Bedford can WJO Property source accommodation in?
We can look across the town centre, Kempston, Goldington, Putnoe and the surrounding Bedfordshire area, depending on where you need to be. Tell us your location and we will shortlist fully furnished options within a sensible distance.
How well connected is Bedford for getting around?
Bedford has mainline rail with links to London in around forty minutes and Thameslink services, and sits close to the A1 and A421. Day to day travel by rail or road is straightforward.
Can stays in Bedford be short or extended?
Yes. Stays in Bedford are flexible, from a few nights to several months. Extensions are usually arranged where needed, subject to availability, so you can adjust as your plans change. Tell us your dates and we will confirm what is available.
What is Bedford known for and what is nearby?
Bedford is known for the Great Ouse riverside, its schools and Cardington airship hangars. Nearby you will find Bedford Embankment, The Higgins Bedford, Priory Country Park and Bedford Castle Mound, all easy to reach from the main areas.
How do I request accommodation in Bedford?
Send us your requirement, including dates, area and how many people. The team usually replies within one working day with suitable options in Bedford. Fully furnished options are then confirmed with one point of contact.
