Sandy Map

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

Detailed Street Map of Sandy Bedfordshire & Guide to the Area

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

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Sandy and a Sandy town centre map, showing Sandy Railway Station and Sandy Leisure and Sports Centre.

Other facilities in Sandy, some of which may also be visible on the map are Tesco Superstore, Sandy Health Centre, St Swithun's Church, Sandy Upper School, The Sir William Peel, Sandy Railway Station, The Kings Arms, Ivel Medical Centre, Sandy Secondary School, Budgens, Sandy Town Council, Sandy Library, The Bell, Shannon Express Chinese Restaurant, Subway, Sandy Village Hall, Lloyds Pharmacy, The Roundabout Club, Sandy Football Club, Sandy Baptist Church, Sandy Dental Care, Sandy Post Office, 21 Restaurant, Sue Ryder charity shop, SPAR, Sandy Conservative Club, St Swithun's Primary School, M&M Tyres, The Lounge Cafe, Sandy Children's Centre, Sandy Indoor Bowls Club, Barclays Bank, The Boundary Café, Premier Convenience Store, Flutes Bakery, Cherry Trees Children's Centre, Mayfair Court Retirement Housing, Upper School Sports Hall, Dar's Diner, Sandy Cricket Club, Shannon Court Surgery, Bedfordshire Fire and Rescue Station, The Co-operative Food, Graham & Sibbald estate agents, Dilly's Deli, Seasons Garden Centre, Station Garage, The Waterfront Restaurant, Ivel Valley School, Biggleswade Road Pharmacy, The Coach House Hotel.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Blunham, Tempsford, Everton, Beeston, Northill, Ickwell, Southill, Moggerhanger, Potton, Gamlingay, Biggleswade, Old Warden, Hatch, Dunton, Edworth, Wrestlingworth, Langford, Clifton, Henlow, Stotfold, Arlesey, Astwick, Holme Green, Roxton, Wyboston, Eaton Socon, Upper Caldecote, Lower Caldecote, Eynesbury, Great Barford, Chawston, Bolnhurst, Colesden, Ravensden, Cardington, Little Barford, Cockayne Hatley, Millow, Tempsford Airfield, Sandy Heath, Hatch End, Girtford.

Sandy is a small, well-placed town in eastern Bedfordshire, surrounded by countryside and criss-crossed with walking trails and quiet lanes. It sits right on the River Ivel and the edge of the Greensand Ridge, making it a bit of a haven for nature lovers and those who like their towns with a side of green space. The town centre's modest but practical, and there's a strong local feel with a mix of old-school charm and newer development creeping in around the edges.

The history of Sandy runs deep, with signs of Roman settlement and a long stretch as a farming and coaching town along the Great North Road. It's believed the name comes from the sandy soil that's common across the area. The railway's arrival gave it a nudge forward, and it grew steadily through the 19th and 20th centuries. These days, the town's home to around 13,000 people and still holds onto that smaller-town character, despite its good connections and commuter appeal.

There's plenty to see in and around the town if you know where to look. The RSPB has its UK headquarters at The Lodge, just outside Sandy, with woodland walks, wildlife trails and picnic spots dotted around. The town park and the riverside area are popular for families and dog walkers, and there's a decent sports and leisure centre too. A short drive takes you to the National Trust's Wimpole Estate with its grand house and working farm, while English Heritage's Wrest Park isn't too far either, offering elegant gardens and a rich slice of stately home history. Shuttleworth, with its vintage aircraft and landscaped Swiss Garden, sits just up the road and is a proper local gem.

Across the rest of Bedfordshire, you'll find a solid range of places to visit and things to do. The Dunstable Downs are a must for walking and views, and Whipsnade Zoo never fails to impress whether you're five or fifty. Bedford's riverside parks and museums offer a relaxed day out, and the Forest of Marston Vale's perfect if you fancy cycling, birdwatching or just a bit of fresh air. Ampthill, Flitwick, and Biggleswade all bring their own character too, each with their own mix of parks, shops and history to explore.

Getting in and out of Sandy's pretty straightforward. It sits just off the A1, giving easy road access north and south, and the train station runs a regular service to London King's Cross, with trips taking under an hour. Local buses link up nearby towns and villages, and if you're heading abroad, Luton Airport's around a 40-minute drive. You've also got easy links to Cambridge, Bedford, and Milton Keynes, so it's well placed for a town its size.

Bedfordshire tends to keep a low profile, which suits it just fine. It's not flashy, but it's got a strong sense of place. Towns like Sandy, Ampthill, and Leighton Buzzard sit comfortably among chalk hills, historic estates and fields that stretch out for miles. It's a county with deep roots and a friendly, no-nonsense feel—easy to live in, easy to get around, and full of little discoveries if you take the time to wander.

Some More Nearby Places: Blunham, Tempsford, Everton, Beeston, Northill, Ickwell, Southill, Moggerhanger, Potton, Gamlingay, Biggleswade, Old Warden, Hatch, Dunton, Edworth, Wrestlingworth, Langford, Clifton, Henlow, Stotfold, Arlesey, Astwick, Holme Green, Roxton, Wyboston, Eaton Socon, Upper Caldecote, Lower Caldecote, Eynesbury, Great Barford, Chawston, Bolnhurst, Colesden, Ravensden, Cardington, Little Barford, Cockayne Hatley, Millow, Tempsford Airfield, Sandy Heath, Hatch End, Girtford.

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