Woburn Abbey Map

Woburn Abbey map, view the Bedfordshire tourist destination of Woburn Abbey, located in the county of Bedfordshire, England.

Detailed Street Map of Woburn Abbey Bedfordshire & Guide to the Area

Woburn Abbey Map Bedfordshire: Interactive map of Woburn Abbey, displaying the tourist destination situated in the county of Bedfordshire, England, United Kingdom.

Use controls to display a detailed street map of Woburn Abbey and the surrounding areas, showing Woburn village, Woburn Abbey and Gardens, Woburn Deer Park, and Woburn Safari Park.

Other facilities near Woburn Abbey, some of which may also be visible on the map are Woburn Hotel, Black Horse Inn, Woburn Coffee House, Longs Inn, Safari Lodge, Woburn Post Office, St Mary's Church Woburn, Paris House, The Bell Hotel, Deer Park Café, Woburn Art Gallery, St Mary's Care Home, Loch Fyne Restaurant, The Woburn Bookshop, The Inn at Woburn, Woburn Fine Foods, Woburn Golf Club, Safari Restaurant, Alexandra Wine Bar, Potters Court, Eversholt Village Hall, Galloway Retail, Woburn Heritage Centre, Bedford Estates Office, Safari Shop, Elephant Meadow, The Duchess Tearoom, Woburn Forest Centre Parcs, Butcher's Pantry, The Woburn Emporium, Inn Farm Cottages, The Sculpture Gallery, Woburn House Antiques, The Black Horse Barns, Ridgmont Station Heritage Centre, Greensand Trust Office, Frosts Garden Centre, McColl's, Woburn Garage, Woburn Heritage Trail, The Bedford Arms, Whipsnade Tree Cathedral, Woburn Safari Car Park, Y Spa at Wyboston Lakes, Stagsden Church, Duke's Head, The Rustic Cup, Tavistock Wood Holiday Lodges, Romanesque Stone Workshop, The Birch at Woburn.

By zooming out a couple of steps (double right click) you can view the surrounding areas of Eversholt, Ridgmont, Aspley Guise, Milton Bryan, Husborne Crawley, Steppingley, Tingrith, Toddington, Hockliffe, Battlesden, Milton Keynes, Bow Brickhill, Woburn Sands, Little Brickhill, Great Brickhill, Salford, Cranfield, Flitwick, Ampthill, Silsoe, Westoning, Harlington, Pulloxhill, Barton-le-Clay, Maulden, Clophill, Lidlington, Marston Moretaine, Brogborough, Hulcote, Bletchley, Heath and Reach, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Wingfield, Soulbury, Eggington, Slapton, Stewkley, Wing, Stoke Hammond, Broughton, Aspley Heath, Haversham.

Woburn Abbey is one of Bedfordshire's most iconic tourist destinations, sitting just outside the village of Woburn among sweeping parkland and ancient woodland. It's the historic seat of the Dukes of Bedford and brings together grandeur, history and a surprisingly family-friendly vibe. Visitors come for the stately home, but they stay for the gardens, deer park, and the nearby attractions that turn a visit into a proper day out—or even a weekend away if you're making the most of the area.

The abbey's roots stretch back to the 12th century when it was founded as a Cistercian monastery. After the Dissolution of the Monasteries, it was handed over to the Russell family, who transformed it into a grand estate. Over the centuries it's seen royal visits, dramatic remodelling, and a fair bit of historical scandal. The current house is mostly Georgian, packed with a top-tier art collection, lavish rooms and furniture that tells a story at every turn. While it's still home to the Duke of Bedford, parts of the house and gardens are open to the public at various points through the year, making it one of the best places in the county to step back in time.

Just beyond the abbey itself, the landscape opens up into Woburn Deer Park, where several species of deer roam freely. The grounds are ideal for walking, with a mix of open lawns, shaded paths and quiet corners for a picnic. The nearby Woburn Safari Park draws the crowds with lions, elephants and other big hitters, offering drive-through and walk-through experiences. The village of Woburn is packed with charm—cobbled lanes, cosy pubs, art galleries, boutique shops, and some seriously good restaurants make it more than just a place to pass through. For walkers and cyclists, the Greensand Ridge runs right through the area, offering miles of peaceful countryside to explore.

Wider Bedfordshire is full of surprises for those willing to dig a little deeper. Wrest Park in Silsoe is a must for garden fans, while the Shuttleworth Collection near Biggleswade offers vintage aircraft and beautiful parkland. Dunstable Downs gives you some of the best views in the county, and Whipsnade Zoo is just up the road with its rolling hills and open-air animal enclosures. Bedford's riverside paths and cultural spots like The Higgins gallery round out the mix, with market towns like Ampthill, Sandy and Biggleswade all bringing their own slice of local life.

Getting to Woburn Abbey is straightforward, whether you're coming by road or public transport. It's close to the M1—Junction 13 is your best bet—and sits just off the A4012, making it an easy drive from nearby towns. If you're coming by train, the nearest station is in nearby Flitwick, with regular services from London and connections through to Bedford and beyond. From Flitwick, a short taxi ride gets you to the Abbey. Luton Airport is just over 30 minutes away, and Milton Keynes isn't far either, offering shops, hotels, and extra transport links if needed.

Bedfordshire often slips under the radar, but those who know it rarely forget it. It's a county built on contrast—chalky hills and flat farmland, ancient churches and buzzing market towns, grand estates and quiet nature reserves. From the Chilterns in the south to the softer landscapes up north, it's a place full of character that rarely shouts about itself. Whether you're after open countryside, heritage days out, or somewhere to slow things down, Bedfordshire delivers with quiet confidence.

Some More Nearby Places: Eversholt, Ridgmont, Aspley Guise, Milton Bryan, Husborne Crawley, Steppingley, Tingrith, Toddington, Hockliffe, Battlesden, Milton Keynes, Bow Brickhill, Woburn Sands, Little Brickhill, Great Brickhill, Salford, Cranfield, Flitwick, Ampthill, Silsoe, Westoning, Harlington, Pulloxhill, Barton-le-Clay, Maulden, Clophill, Lidlington, Marston Moretaine, Brogborough, Hulcote, Bletchley, Heath and Reach, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, Wingfield, Soulbury, Eggington, Slapton, Stewkley, Wing, Stoke Hammond, Broughton, Aspley Heath, Haversham.

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