Map of Merlin Gardens
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About Merlin Gardens
Merlin Gardens is a street located in the town of Bedford. The street has a length of approximately 464 metres.
The street is publicly maintained which means that the road is adopted and Bedford is responsible for the repair and upkeep of the highway.
Merlin Gardens is located within the Bedford (B) Council's jurisdiction. They provide various services, like refuse collection, and manage council tax collection. It's situated in the East of England region of the UK.
Merlin Gardens has been assigned the Unique Street Reference Number of 27301090 in the National Street Gazetteer.
Merlin Gardens is located within the county of Bedfordshire, situated in the East of England region of the UK. It's 47.68 miles North from central London., 1.16 miles North from Bedford, 14.7 miles North East from Milton Keynes and 19.09 miles North from Luton.
Merlin Gardens is within the Post Town of BEDFORD.
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Eldroth Road
15th April 2024
I wondered if anyone has any old pictures of Wenning Bank House in the 1940’s and also Lane Side before of the same era .. we visited today with my Mum in law as she used to live at both these properties. Also any photos of the schools around that time .. thank you.
Can You Help?Napps Way
15th April 2024
Why is the road called Napps Way (belonging to Napp, but minus an
apostrophe as is usual with such nomenclature)? Moreover, who or
what is, or was, “Napp” in the respective, possessive case?
Several years ago, I met an elderly man (probably in his late-eighties)
who lives on Bentham Drive, Liverpool 16, and during a conversation
with him whilst in a Northwest Passenger Transport Ambulance on the
way to the former RLUH (Royal Liverpool University Hospital), he told
me that he could remember (when he was a boy, living in Childwall,
Liverpool 16) that, “Where Napps Way is now, during WW2, there was
a two-man gun emplacement on the, then, open land to protect the
railway line passing over Childwall Valley Road - next to the railway
bridge - when suddenly, as they were loading a live “shell” into the gun’s
breach, the aforementioned “shell” accidentally exploded in the gun’s
breach killing both of the two soldiers, that had been manning the gun,
instantly! (Very sad, of course, but could - perhaps - two ghosts relating
to those two, very unfortunately and prematurely-killed soldiers have
haunted that place of their deaths ever since - and have any residents
of Napps Way - formerly and in its latest incarnation - seen two, WW2
(uniformed) soldiers unexpectedly appear in or near their homes?)
Mauritius Road
15th April 2024
Why is Mauritius Road so called, since when and by whom? Does Greenwich have any particular links with Mauritius? Very interested to know. 🤞🏼
Can You Help?House Sales in Merlin Gardens
| Year | High | Low | Average | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | £287,500 | £305,000 | £296,250 | 2 |
| 2011 | £90,000 | £90,000 | £90,000 | 1 |
| 2012 | £370,000 | £158,000 | £264,000 | 2 |
| 2014 | £400,000 | £400,000 | £400,000 | 1 |
| 2015 | £290,000 | £290,000 | £290,000 | 1 |
| 2017 | £312,000 | £312,000 | £312,000 | 1 |
| 2018 | £375,000 | £375,000 | £375,000 | 1 |
| 2019 | £383,995 | £383,995 | £383,995 | 1 |
| 2020 | £445,000 | £445,000 | £445,000 | 1 |
| 2021 | £470,000 | £470,000 | £470,000 | 1 |
| 2022 | £400,000 | £400,000 | £400,000 | 1 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2024. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Estate Agents near Merlin Gardens
| Name | Address | Website |
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| Giggs & Hone | Dombey Court The Pilgrim Centre, Brickhill Drive, Bedford, MK41 7PZ | Visit Website |
| rentanyproperty.co.uk | Bedford Heights Brickhill Drive Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7PH | Visit Website |
| Domovo | Manton Lane, Bedford, MK41 7BJ | Visit Website |
Hotels near Merlin Gardens
Budget Hotels near Merlin Gardens
| Budget Hotel Name | Distance (miles) |
|---|---|
| 1: Name:Travelodge Bedford Address:Bedford Heights, Brickhill Dr, Bedford, MK41 7PH Telephone:0871 984 6276 Visit Site |
0.53 |
| 2: Name:Premier Inn Bedford Town Centre Riverside Address:Riverside Square Telephone: Visit Site |
1.38 |
| 3: Name:Travelodge Bedford Goldington Road Address:403 Goldington Rd, Bedford, MK41 0DS Telephone:0871 559 1804 Visit Site |
1.67 |
| 4: Name:Premier Inn Bedford - Priory Marina Address:Priory Country Park, Barkers Lane Telephone: Visit Site |
1.83 |
| 5: Name:Holiday Inn Express Bedford Address:Elstow Interchange A6/A421 Bedford Bypass Junction Telephone: Visit Site |
3.37 |
Location Details
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| Latitude | 52.154017 |
| Longitude | -0.461585 |
| OS Easting (X): | 505236 |
| OS Northing (Y): | 251798 |
| OS Grid Reference: | TL052518 |
Ordnance Survey Maps for Merlin Gardens
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Frequently asked Questions for Merlin Gardens
What Council (Local Authority) is Merlin Gardens in?
Merlin Gardens is located within the local authority area of Bedford Council which is a Unitary Authority.
What Parish Council is Merlin Gardens in?
Merlin Gardens is in an unparished area.
What Electoral Ward is Merlin Gardens in?
Merlin Gardens is located within the ward of Brickhill.
What County is Merlin Gardens in?
Merlin Gardens is located within the ceremonial county of Bedfordshire.
What Constituency is Merlin Gardens in?
Merlin Gardens is located within the constituency of Bedford.
What Part of the UK is Merlin Gardens in?
Merlin Gardens is located within the East of England region of the United Kingdom.
What County Council area is Merlin Gardens in?
Merlin Gardens is located within the Bedford Council area.
What Police Force area is Merlin Gardens in?
Merlin Gardens is located within the Bedfordshire Police area.
Roads that have a Junction with Merlin Gardens
| Street | Junction Type |
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| Brickhill Drive | junction |
| Falcon Avenue | junction |
| Pipit Rise | junction |
| The Buntings | junction |
| Falcon Avenue | junction |
Sunset and Sunrise times for Merlin Gardens
| Sunrise | 05:59 |
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| Sunset | 20:03 |
Latest Weather Conditions for Merlin Gardens
| Observed at Weather Station: | Bedford 16 April 2024 at 07:00 (4.91 miles away) |
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| Current Weather: | Overcast |
| Temperature and Humidity: | 8.1°C (79.5%) |
| Wind Direction and Speed: | WNW (17 mph) |
Population Statistics
| ONS Area Code | E00088144, E00088138 & E00088136 |
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| ONS Area Name | Multi-Ethnic Suburbia, Semi-Detached Ageing & Indian Tech Achievers |
| Average Age | 49.91 & 41.30 |
| Area Population | 1432.00 & 1180.00 |
| Male Population | 688.00 & 562.00 (48%) |
| Female Population | 744.00 & 618.00 (52%) |
| Benefit Claimants | 7 & 18 (1%) |
| LSOA Code: | E01017456 &E01017457 |
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| LSOA Name: | Bedford 005D &Bedford 005E |
| SOA Code: | 8a &3d |
| SOA Name: | |
| MSOA Code: | E02003620 |
| MSOA Name: | Bedford 005 |
Nearest Supermarkets
| Tesco Bedford Brickhill Dr Express |
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| Brickhill Dr, Bedford, MK41 7QF |
| 0345 610 2808 |
| Distance: 0.18 Miles |
| Directions from Merlin Gardens to Tesco Bedford Brickhill Dr Express |
| Sainsburys Bedford Tavistock Street Local |
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| Bedford Tavistock Square, Bedford, England, MK40 2RR |
| 1234262870 |
| Distance: 0.98 Miles |
| Directions from Merlin Gardens to Sainsburys Bedford Tavistock Street Local |
| Sainsburys Fairfield Park |
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| 90 Clapham Road, Bedford, England, MK41 7PJ |
| 01234 363150 |
| Distance: 1.18 Miles |
| Directions from Merlin Gardens to Sainsburys Fairfield Park |
| Iceland Bedford |
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| 15/19 Greenhill Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1LX |
| 01234356249 |
| Distance: 1.18 Miles |
| Directions from Merlin Gardens to Iceland Bedford |
Telephone Information
| Dialling Code | Telephone Exchange | Telephone Cabinet | Fibre to the Cabinet or Fibre to the Premises |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01234 | BEDFORD TOWN - SMBF | P23 | FTTC |
Broadband Information
| Speed | Average Speed | Median Speed | Maximum Speed | Next-generation access (NGA) | Number of Connections |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 2 Mbps | 15.9 | 13.5 | >=30 | Y | 12 |
Local Government
| Local Council Details |
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| Within the area of Bedford |
| Visit the Council's Website |
| Bedford Borough Council, Borough Hall, Cauldwell Street, Bedford &MK42 9AP |
| Send email |
| Telephone Number: 01234 267422 |
| Local Member of Parliament |
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| Within the Westminster Parliamentary Constituency of Bedford |
| The Member of Parliament is Mohammad Yasin |
| Details for the MP Mohammad Yasin on parliament.uk |
| Details for the MP Mohammad Yasin on theyworkforyou.com |
| In the 2019 General Election Mohammad Yasin won with a majority of 145 the result was Lab hold. The total electorate was 71,581 |
| Wards, Parish Councils and County Councils |
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| Ward: Brickhill Ward |
| Parish: Unparished area |
| Ceremonial County: Bedfordshire |
Nearest Schools
Primary Schools
Scott Primary School
Address: Hawk Drive, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7JA
Headteacher: Mrs Anita Barker
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2019-01-31)
Distance: 0.37 miles
Contact: 01234352630
Brickhill Primary School
Address: Dove Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7AA
Headteacher: Mrs Debbie Wilson
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2018-04-25)
Distance: 0.37 miles
Contact: 01234401404
Castle Newnham School
Address: Goldington Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 3EP
Headteacher: Mrs Ruth Wilkes
Ofsted Rating: Outstanding (as of 2013-10-04)
Distance: 1.12 miles
Contact: 01234300800
Secondary Schools
St Thomas More Catholic School
Address: Tyne Crescent, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7UL
Headteacher: Mr Martin Bonner
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-10-05)
Distance: 0.55 miles
Contact: 01234400222
St Thomas More Catholic School
Address: Tyne Crescent, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 7UL
Headteacher: Mr Joe Richardson
Ofsted Rating: Outstanding (as of 2011-02-09)
Distance: 0.55 miles
Contact:
Castle Newnham School
Address: Polhill Avenue, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK41 9DT
Headteacher: Mrs Ruth Wilkes
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2018-09-26)
Distance: 0.85 miles
Contact: 01234303403
Higher Schools
Kimberley 16 - 19 Stem College
Address: Green Lane, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK43 9LY
Headteacher: Mr Tim Detheridge
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-05-05)
Distance: 7.11 miles
Contact: 01234762890
Luton Sixth Form College
Address: Bradgers Hill Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7EW
Headteacher: Mr Altaf Hussain
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-10-13)
Distance: 17.68 miles
Contact: 01582877500
Milton Keynes College
Address: Chaffron Way Centre, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, MK6 5LP
Headteacher: Dr Julie Mills
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2017-05-26)
Distance: 21.88 miles
Contact: 01908684444
Nearest Hospitals
| Bedford Hospital North Wing |
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| Address: 32-34 Kimbolton Road, Bedford, MK40 2NS, |
| NHS Sector |
| Bedford Hospital NHS Trust |
| Telephone: 01234 355 122 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 1.43 (miles) |
| Directions from to Bedford Hospital North Wing |
| Bedford Hospital South Wing |
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| Address: South Wing, Kempston Road, Bedford, MK42 9DJ, |
| NHS Sector |
| Bedford Hospital NHS Trust |
| Telephone: 01234 355 122 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 2.96 (miles) |
| Directions from to Bedford Hospital South Wing |
| BMI The Manor Hospital |
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| Address: Church End, Biddenham, MK40 4AW, |
| Independent Sector |
| BMI Healthcare |
| Telephone: 01234 364252 |
| Visit Hospital Website |
| Distance: 3.92 (miles) |
| Directions from to BMI The Manor Hospital |
Nearest Dentists
Dentists near Merlin Gardens
BEDFORD HEIGHTS
Address: BRICKHILL DRIVE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 7PH
Distance: 0.60 miles
Contact: :
MOBILE DENTAL UNIT NORTH
Address: 3 KIMBOLTON ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2NT
Distance: 0.84 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL ACCESS CENTRE
Address: BEDFORD HEALTH VILLAGE, 3 KIMBOLTON ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2NT
Distance: 0.84 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 16 DE PARYS AVENUE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2TW
Distance: 0.90 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 6 KIMBOLTON ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2NR
Distance: 0.95 miles
Contact: :
GOLDINGTON ROAD (DENTAL SURGERY)
Address: 37 GOLDINGTON ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 3LH
Distance: 1.00 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors near Merlin Gardens
PEMBERLEY BRANCH
Address: 32 PEMBERLEY AVENUE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2LA
Distance: 0.58 miles
Contact: :
DR KANUNGO
Address: 106 TYNE CRESCENT, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 7UW
Distance: 0.73 miles
Contact: :
GOLDINGTON AVENUE SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE
Address: GOLDINGTON AVENUE SURGERY, 85 GOLDINGTON AVENUE, BEDFORD, MK40 3DB
Distance: 0.77 miles
Contact: :
GOLDINGTON AVENUE SURGERY
Address: 85 GOLDINGTON AVENUE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 3DB
Distance: 0.77 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 349531
GILBERT HITCHCOCK HOUSE BRANCH
Address: 21 KIMBOLTON ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2AW
Distance: 0.80 miles
Contact: :
THE DE PARYS GROUP
Address: DE PARYS GROUP, 23 DE PARYS AVENUE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2TX
Distance: 0.96 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 351341
Nearest Dispensing Chemists
Pharmacies near Merlin Gardens
JARDINES PHARMACY
Address: 107 BRICKHILL DRIVE, BEDFORD, MK41 7QF
Distance: 0.15 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 262213
BROADWAY PHARMACY
Address: 1 THE BROADWAY, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2TJ
Distance: 1.01 miles
Contact: :
WELL
Address: 86 QUEENS DRIVE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 9BS
Distance: 1.01 miles
Contact: :
GOLDHARTS CHEMIST
Address: 41-43 ST. PETERS STREET, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2PN
Distance: 1.07 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 353582
SUPERDRUG PHARMACY
Address: 11,13 & 15 ALL HALLOWS, BEDFORD, MK40 1LN
Distance: 1.17 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 271084
KAY'S CHEMIST
Address: 108 BROMHAM ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2QH
Distance: 1.18 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 353029
Nearest Opticians
Opticians near Merlin Gardens
HOMESIGHT BEDFORD
Address: 1 PEMBERLEY LANE, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2PJ
Distance: 0.78 miles
Contact: :
JOHN KAYE OPTOMETRIST
Address: 8 LIBRARY WALK, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK41 8HF
Distance: 0.84 miles
Contact: :
ALAN BRUNKER OPTICIANS
Address: 25 ST. PETERS STREET, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2PN
Distance: 1.07 miles
Contact: :
HEALTHY U OPTOMETRISTS
Address: 29-31 ST. PETERS STREET, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2PN
Distance: 1.07 miles
Contact: :
SIMON BROWNING OPTOMETRIST
Address: 55 HARPUR STREET, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK40 2SR
Distance: 1.08 miles
Contact: :
FAIRFIELD PARK SPECSAVERS LIMITED
Address: 90 CLAPHAM ROAD, BEDFORD, MK41 7PJ
Distance: 1.09 miles
Contact: :
Transport
Nearest Rail Stations
Bedford Station is 1.45 miles away.
Address: Bedford station, Ashburnham Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK40 1DS
Bedford is situated on the East Midland Main Line|Marston Vale line and is managed by Govia Thameslink Railway (Thameslink).
Bedford Station is staffed on a full time basis.
Bedford St Johns Station is 1.71 miles away.
Address: Bedford St Johns station, Melbourne Street, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK42 9AN
Bedford St Johns is situated on the Marston Vale line and is managed by Grand Central North West.
Bedford St Johns Station is an unstaffed station.
Directions from Merlin Gardens to Bedford St Johns Rail Station