Barton-le-Clay Map

Barton-le-Clay map, view the Bedfordshire village of Barton-le-Clay, located in the county of Bedfordshire, England.

Detailed Street Map of Barton-le-Clay Bedfordshire & Guide to the Area

Barton-le-Clay Map Bedfordshire: Interactive map of Barton-le-Clay, displaying the village situated in the county of Bedfordshire, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Barton-le-Clay and a Barton-le-Clay village centre map, showing Barton-le-Clay Village Hall.

Other facilities in Barton-le-Clay, some of which may also be visible on the map are Barton Library, Co-op Food, Barton Rovers Football Club, Manor Medical Centre, Village Hall, Barton Pharmacy, Sharps Barbers, Hines Meadow Dental Practice, Barton Evangelical Church, The Bull Hotel, Barton-le-Clay Post Office, Chequers Fish Bar, Barton News, One Stop, The Fancott Arms, St Nicholas Church, Lily's Tea Room, The Royal Oak, Barton Bakehouse, Red Chilli Indian Cuisine, Sue Ryder Charity Shop, Orchard School and Nursery, HSBC ATM, Sandy's Café, M&B Butchers, Sheff's Café & Bar, Barton Academy of Performing Arts, Charles Lawrence Architects, Headway Barbers, A Class Tutors, Tails and Whiskers Pet Boutique, Hillview Garage, Barton Dental Centre, Styles Hairdressing, Hightown Housing Association Office, Barton-le-Clay Dental Practice, Cooplands Butchers, Reefs Aquatics, Hair at Home by Claire, Barton-le-Clay Scouts HQ, Dottie's Nails and Beauty, Manor Road Surgery, The Good Neighbour Scheme, Greenspace Foot Clinic, St Thomas More Catholic School (nearby), Eco Kidz Nursery, Wren Kitchens Design Office, Harpers Hair Salon, Barton Hills National Nature Reserve.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Silsoe, Pulloxhill, Harlington, Flitwick, Toddington, Houghton Conquest, Westoning, Clophill, Greenfield, Upper Sundon, Lower Sundon, Sundon Park, Luton, Streatley, Sharpenhoe, Lilley, Hexton, Pegsdon, Chalton, Tingrith, Maulden, Ampthill, Shefford, Henlow, Meppershall, Shillington, Arlesey, Stotfold, Langford, Stanford, Southill, Broom, Upper Gravenhurst, Lower Gravenhurst, Campton, Haynes, Wilstead, Wootton, Marston Moretaine, Steppingley.

Barton-le-Clay is a picturesque village in central Bedfordshire, neatly tucked at the foot of the Barton Hills. It's the kind of place that blends peaceful countryside with a steady local buzz—quiet lanes, pretty houses, and everything you need within reach. With the Chilterns right on its doorstep, it draws walkers and nature lovers, while still keeping hold of a strong community spirit and a handful of handy facilities.

The village's name hints at its agricultural past, with “Barton” meaning barley farm and “le-Clay” added later to reflect the local clay soil. Barton-le-Clay has deep roots, going right back to Saxon times, and it even pops up in the Domesday Book. Through the centuries, it remained largely rural, surrounded by farmland and shaped by local trade. The population today sits around 5,000, with recent years bringing a few modern touches to what is still very much a traditional English village.

Barton's got just enough going on to keep locals and visitors happy. There's a good mix of independent shops, pubs, takeaways and a few small cafés, plus Barton Library, a primary school, and Barton Rovers Football Club adding to the local pride. Barton Hills National Nature Reserve is right next to the village—perfect for a wander, picnic or just to escape into the hills. A short drive gets you to Wrest Park, with its striking mansion and long gardens, and Woburn Abbey offers grandeur, gardens and a safari park all in one go. For National Trust fans, Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Tree Cathedral are both nearby, making it easy to spend a day outdoors with something worth seeing.

The rest of Bedfordshire has its share of gems. The Shuttleworth Collection near Biggleswade is great for aircraft enthusiasts, and the Forest of Marston Vale is a quiet escape with trails and wildlife. Bedford's riverside parks and museums offer a bit of culture, and places like Ampthill, Silsoe and Shefford bring their own local quirks. Whipsnade Zoo always makes for a full family day out, while Priory Country Park in Bedford offers something a bit more laid-back.

Barton-le-Clay doesn't have a train station, but Harlington and Flitwick are both a short drive away and link directly into London. The village is well connected by road too, with the A6 running right past it and easy access to the M1. Local bus services cover neighbouring towns and villages, and if you're heading further afield, Luton Airport is only about 20 minutes away. It's a good spot for getting around without losing that peaceful, tucked-away village feeling.

Bedfordshire's not the flashiest county, but that's part of the charm. It's made up of rolling farmland, wooded hills, riverside towns, and a string of historic houses and stately homes. Market towns and quiet villages are scattered throughout, and there's always a country pub or footpath waiting just around the corner. From the Chiltern Hills in the south to the gentle farmland of the north, it's a county with a solid sense of place and a calm pace that tends to win people over.

Some More Nearby Places: Silsoe, Pulloxhill, Harlington, Flitwick, Toddington, Houghton Conquest, Westoning, Clophill, Greenfield, Upper Sundon, Lower Sundon, Sundon Park, Luton, Streatley, Sharpenhoe, Lilley, Hexton, Pegsdon, Chalton, Tingrith, Maulden, Ampthill, Shefford, Henlow, Meppershall, Shillington, Arlesey, Stotfold, Langford, Stanford, Southill, Broom, Upper Gravenhurst, Lower Gravenhurst, Campton, Haynes, Wilstead, Wootton, Marston Moretaine, Steppingley.

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More Bedfordshire Places: Luton - Bedford - Houghton Regis - Dunstable - Toddington - Ampthill - Leighton Buzzard - Biggleswade - Flitwick - Sandy - Stotfold - Shefford - Harlington - Sharnbrook - Silsoe

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