Leighton Buzzard Map

Leighton Buzzard map, view the Bedfordshire town of Leighton Buzzard, located in the county of Bedfordshire, England.

Detailed Street Map of Leighton Buzzard Bedfordshire & Guide to the Area

Leighton Buzzard Map Bedfordshire: Interactive map of Leighton Buzzard, displaying the town situated in the county of Bedfordshire, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Leighton Buzzard and a Leighton Buzzard town centre map, showing Leighton Buzzard Railway Station and the Leighton Buzzard Railway (Heritage Railway).

Other facilities in Leighton Buzzard, some of which may also be visible on the map are M&S Foodhall, The Lancer, Astral Park, Tiddenfoot Leisure Centre, The Black Lion, Royal Mail Delivery Office, Wilkinson's, Morrison's, Lake Street Medical Centre, Leighton Buzzard Library Theatre, Leighton Buzzard Golf Club, Costa Coffee, The Bald Kitchen, Cedars Upper School, Parsons Close Recreation Ground, Golden Bell, Leighton Middle School, St Barnabas Church, Clip ‘n Climb, Grove House Gardens, Anytime Fitness, The Stag, Waitrose, Oregano, Pages Park Pavilion, The Crooked Crow Bar, Peacock Alley, Hockliffe Street Surgery, Kids World Soft Play, Waterborne Walk, The Red Lion Hotel, St George's Lower School, The Picture House, Tesco Metro, The White House, Leighton Buzzard Police Station, Leighton Buzzard Fire Station, West Street Baptist Church, The Railway Tavern, Norton Medical Centre, Nationwide Building Society, The Limes, Linslade Memorial Playing Fields, Cedars Surgery, The Coffee Pot, Duncombe Arms, The Conservative Club, The Swan Hotel, Leighton Buzzard Brewing Co, Leighton Fun Runners.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Linslade, Heath and Reach, Billington, Eggington, Stanbridge, Tilsworth, Slapton, Hockliffe, Great Brickhill, Soulbury, Wing, Stewkley, Mentmore, Cheddington, Grove, Clipstone, Horton, Tebworth, Battlesden, Toddington, Eaton Bray, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, Totternhoe, Chalgrave, Little Billington, Leedon, Milton Bryan, Drayton Parslow, Stoke Hammond, Dunton, Burcott, Fancott, Little Brickhill, Hulcote, Aspley Guise, Woburn, Woburn Sands, Eversholt, Potsgrove, Wingrave, Northall, Bragenham, Hollingdon, Ledburn, Little Horwood, Crafton.

Leighton Buzzard is a lively market town nestled in the south-west corner of Bedfordshire, right on the edge where countryside and commuter belt start to blend. It sits between the Chiltern Hills and the River Ouzel, giving it a mix of scenic charm and solid practical living. With its handy location near the M1 and quick train links into London, it's no surprise that the town's become popular with both families and professionals looking for that balance between town life and green space.

The town's roots stretch right back to Saxon times, with its name likely coming from “Leighton,” meaning a farmstead, and “Buzzard” added later to distinguish it from other Leightons, courtesy of a bishop's clerk. Leighton Buzzard grew steadily thanks to its position on trade routes and the arrival of the Grand Union Canal. In the 19th century, the railway brought another boost, helping it thrive. Nowadays, it's home to around 40,000 residents, but it still hangs onto that community feel, with weekly markets and local events keeping the town spirit alive.

Leighton Buzzard is known for its charming mix of old and new. You've got the Grand Union Canal running through, perfect for strolls or narrowboat trips, and the Leighton Buzzard Railway—a narrow-gauge steam line that draws railway enthusiasts from all over. The town centre offers a mix of shopping, cafés, and history, with All Saints Church at its heart. Close by, there's Ascott House and Gardens (National Trust) just a few minutes down the road, and the stunning Woburn Abbey, with its safari park and grounds, not far beyond that. English Heritage's Wrest Park is worth the drive too, with its impressive gardens and grand house. For a breath of fresh air, the Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Tree Cathedral aren't far either.

Wider Bedfordshire has its fair share of gems. The Shuttleworth Collection near Biggleswade is a must for vintage aircraft fans, while the Forest of Marston Vale offers trails, lakes, and a real sense of escape. The Higgins Art Gallery & Museum in Bedford brings a cultural edge, and there's more to discover in places like Ampthill, Flitwick, and Silsoe. The county's got a good mix of countryside, culture, and heritage, all packed into a manageable distance.

Getting to Leighton Buzzard's easy enough. The town's on the West Coast Main Line, so you can be in London Euston in about half an hour. By road, it's not far from Junctions 11 and 12 of the M1, and the A5 runs close by too. For flights, Luton Airport's only around 25 minutes away by car, and Milton Keynes is just up the road, offering plenty of shopping and entertainment options if you want a change of scene. The local bus services are reliable, and the town centre is compact enough to walk around with ease.

Bedfordshire as a whole is a county full of contrasts. You've got the rolling chalk hills of the Chilterns in the south, the flat open countryside towards the east, and bustling market towns scattered throughout. It's not flashy, but it's grounded—offering a strong sense of history, pretty villages, and a slower pace that's easy to appreciate. From riverside walks in Bedford to the historical touches in places like Elstow and Harrold, it's a county that quietly gets under your skin.

Some More Nearby Places: Linslade, Heath and Reach, Billington, Eggington, Stanbridge, Tilsworth, Slapton, Hockliffe, Great Brickhill, Soulbury, Wing, Stewkley, Mentmore, Cheddington, Grove, Clipstone, Horton, Tebworth, Battlesden, Toddington, Eaton Bray, Houghton Regis, Dunstable, Totternhoe, Chalgrave, Little Billington, Leedon, Milton Bryan, Drayton Parslow, Stoke Hammond, Dunton, Burcott, Fancott, Little Brickhill, Hulcote, Aspley Guise, Woburn, Woburn Sands, Eversholt, Potsgrove, Wingrave, Northall, Bragenham, Hollingdon, Ledburn, Little Horwood, Crafton.

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