Sharnbrook Map

Sharnbrook map, view the Bedfordshire village of Sharnbrook, located in the county of Bedfordshire, England.

Detailed Street Map of Sharnbrook Bedfordshire & Guide to the Area

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

Use controls (+/-) to display a detailed street map of Sharnbrook and a Sharnbrook village centre map, showing Sharnbrook Village Hall and Sharnbrook Community Sports Centre.

Other facilities in Sharnbrook, some of which may also be visible on the map are The Swan with Two Nicks, Sharnbrook Post Office, The Mill Theatre, Co-op Food, Sharnbrook Academy, St Peter's Church, The Bluebell, The Fordham Arms, Sharnbrook Pharmacy, Hill Farm and Orchard, Colworth Science Park, Café Piccolo, The Retreat at Sharnbrook Hotel, Sharnbrook Bowls Club, Sweet Dreams Tearoom, The Italian Farmhouse, Stilebridge Kitchens and Interiors, Body Bliss Beauty Studio, Sharnbrook Community Library, The Village Green, Ivy Lodge Residential Home, The Limes Day Nursery, Dilly's Deli Van, Sharnbrook Garage Services, Bedfordshire Fire & Rescue Station (Sharnbrook), Sharnbrook Doctors' Surgery, All Season's Florist, Victoria Hair & Beauty, Sharnbrook Tennis Club, The Upper Room Café, Colworth House, The Old Forge, The Willows Hair Design, Swan House Business Centre, Eco Green Farms, Rainbow Pre-school, Lavender Lodge Care Home, Moat House, Riverside View, Harrold Odell Country Park, Bedford Golf Club, Odell Church, The Bell at Odell, The Mill House B&B, St John's Ambulance Hub, Harrold Centre, The Coffee Pot at Harrold, Sharnbrook Football Club.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Odell, Harrold, Felmersham, Radwell, Pavenham, Bletsoe, Milton Ernest, Oakley, Stevington, Bromham, Turvey, Carlton, Souldrop, Knotting Green, Knotting, Riseley, Bolnhurst, Thurleigh, Clapham, Kempston Rural, Wymington, Rushden, Wootton, Renhold, Wilden, Colmworth, Ravensden, Thurleigh Park, Sharnbrook Summit, Lavendon, Newton Blossomville, Carlton Green, Chellington, Great Barford, Bromham Park, Thurleigh Hill, Wymington Heights, Little Odell, Mill End, Duck's Cross, Knotting Lane.

Sharnbrook is a lovely village in north Bedfordshire, set among gentle hills and surrounded by countryside that feels like it's barely changed in generations. It's got a good mix of the old and the new—stone cottages, smart homes, a proper high street, and a strong community spirit that runs through everything. For a village, it's surprisingly well-served, making it one of those places people move to and don't want to leave.

There's been a settlement here for centuries, with the village name dating back to Anglo-Saxon times—“Sharn” probably referring to dung, in the farming sense, and “brook” from the local stream that still trickles through parts of the village. Sharnbrook's early life was shaped by agriculture, then the railway brought new links and a bit of expansion in the 19th century. These days, it's home to just over 2,200 people, and while it's grown over time, it still manages to keep that close-knit feel. The parish church of St Peter's is a central landmark, and the old coaching routes still influence the layout of the village today.

For things to do locally, you've got a decent selection without needing to go far. There's a village shop, a couple of pubs, cafés, and a hotel with a popular restaurant. Sharnbrook Mill Theatre is a real highlight—community-run, set beside the river, and regularly putting on shows that punch well above their weight. Just beyond the village you'll find Harrold-Odell Country Park with lakeside paths and wide open space, ideal for dog walks or weekend strolls. The National Trust's Lyveden is a short drive away and offers a peaceful mix of gardens and unfinished Tudor history. English Heritage's Wrest Park and the medieval Denny Abbey aren't too far either and make for great days out if you're chasing a bit of heritage.

The rest of Bedfordshire has its fair share of attractions too. You've got the riverside charm of Bedford town with its embankment, art gallery and historic buildings, and The Higgins Bedford always brings a bit of culture to the mix. Priory Country Park is nearby and great for a relaxed day out. Further afield, Whipsnade Zoo offers up a wilder experience with open enclosures and big views over the countryside, while the Shuttleworth Collection near Biggleswade pulls in aircraft and car lovers with its vintage treasures. Wrest Park and Woburn Abbey both offer grand architecture and rolling parkland.

Sharnbrook's not on the main train line anymore, but Bedford station is about 20 minutes away by car and connects directly to London, Brighton and further north. The A6 runs close by, making road access easy whether you're heading up to Rushden or down to Luton. Local bus services connect the village with surrounding towns, and if you're catching a flight, Luton Airport is your best bet—around 40 minutes away depending on the traffic. The village itself is easy to get around on foot, and cycling is a popular choice on the quieter lanes.

Bedfordshire is one of those counties that quietly gets on with things. It's not flashy, but it's full of character—from chalk hills in the south to riverside towns and wooded trails further north. There's history everywhere, but also plenty of green space and real-life community living. You're never far from a country pub, a stately home, or a proper market town, and that variety is what gives Bedfordshire its own unique rhythm.

Some More Nearby Places: Odell, Harrold, Felmersham, Radwell, Pavenham, Bletsoe, Milton Ernest, Oakley, Stevington, Bromham, Turvey, Carlton, Souldrop, Knotting Green, Knotting, Riseley, Bolnhurst, Thurleigh, Clapham, Kempston Rural, Wymington, Rushden, Wootton, Renhold, Wilden, Colmworth, Ravensden, Thurleigh Park, Sharnbrook Summit, Lavendon, Newton Blossomville, Carlton Green, Chellington, Great Barford, Bromham Park, Thurleigh Hill, Wymington Heights, Little Odell, Mill End, Duck's Cross, Knotting Lane.

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