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Bedfordshire Historic Houses

Houghton House - Wrest Park


One historic house towers (metaphorically) over all others in Bedfordshire. Woburn Abbey is one of the nation's great treasure houses, and it justifiable draws a huge number of visitors every year. Luton Hoo could justifiably claim to rival Woburn, at least before it was turned into a luxury hotel. If you want to avoid the crowds of Woburn, why not opt for a visit to Wrest Park, with its formal gardens. Or see the ruins of Houghton House, thought to be the model for John Bunyan's House Beautiful.


 Houghton House
  
Houghton House

Ruins of a 1615 mansion reputed to be the inspiration for the 'House Beautiful' in John Bunyan's Pilgrim's Progress. more...
Ampthill, Bedford, Bedfordshire, England

Attraction Type: Historic House
Location: 1 mile NE of Ampthill off the A421, 8 miles S of Bedford
Website: Houghton House
Phone: 01234 228 337
English Heritage
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OS Grid TL039 394
Photo Credit: Dennis Jackson, licensed for reuse under the Creative Commons Licence
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  Moggerhanger Park
  
Moggerhanger Park

Grade I listed Georgian building by Sir John Sloane, set in 33 peaceful acres of grounds. Extensive restoration project.
Garden: Originally landscaped by Humphrey Repton, the 33 acres of parkland surrounding Moggerhanger House retain many of their features, from the walled gardens to the ice house and woodland walks.

Park Road, Moggerhanger, Bedfordshire, England, MK44 3RW

Attraction Type: Historic House
Location: 6 miles E of Bedford off the A603
Website: Moggerhanger Park
Email: enquiries@moggerhangerpark.com
Phone: 01767 641 007
Fax: 01767 641 515
Location map
OS Grid TL136 490
Photo Credit: John Brightley, licensed for reuse under the Creative Commons Licence
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  Turvey House
  
Turvey House

A country house in neo-classical style, standing in lovely parkland bordering the River Great Ouse. The interiors of Turvey Hall feature collections of furniture covering the 18th and 19th centuries, plus a wide-ranging collection of ceramics, books, and artwork. Outside the house is a quiet walled garden.
Turvey, Bedford, Bedfordshire, England, MK43 8EL

Attraction Type: Historic House
Phone: 01234 881244
Historic Houses Association
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OS Grid SP938527
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 Woburn Abbey
  
Woburn Abbey

Seat of the Dukes of Bedford, a Jacobean house remodelled by Flitcroft and Henry Holland into a treasure house of ceramics, furniture, and paintings. A remarkable (or merely peculiar, depending on your viewpoint) 17th century grotto ends the tour. more...
Woburn, Bedfordshire, England, MK17 9WA

Attraction Type: Historic House
Location: 8 m NW Dunstable, on A4012
Website: Woburn Abbey
Email: admissions@woburnabbey.co.uk
Phone: 01525 290 333
Location map
OS Grid SP965 325
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 Wrest Park
  
Wrest Park

Formal landscape gardens in the style of Versaille, created in the early 18th century as a counterpoint to the 'chateau'. Magnificent statuary, Orangery, and parterre. Wooded walks and canals.
Historic House: Formal landscape gardens in the style of Versaille, created in the early 18th century as a counterpoint to the 'chateau'. Magnificent statuary, Orangery, and parterre. Wooded walks and canals.
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Silsoe, Luton, Bedfordshire, England, MK45 4HS

Attraction Type: Garden
Location: 1 mile E of Silsoe off the A6
Website: Wrest Park
Phone: 01525 860 152
English Heritage
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OS Grid TL091 356
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Luton (Hotel)

Chiltern Hotel and 15 days parking

If you are looking for a pre-flight stopover on the way to Luton Airport then the Chiltern Hotel and 15 days parking offer from Superbreak is just what you need. The hotel is perfectly placed just 5 miles from the airport, offers excellent accommodation and ample on-site parking where you … more >>

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Express by Holiday Inn Luton Airport

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