Map of The Birches
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About The Birches
The Birches is a street located in the village of Clophill. It uses the postcode MK45 2FL. The street has a length of approximately 111 metres.
The street is not publicly maintained and is unadopted which means that a private body or even the householder could be responsible for the repair and upkeep of the highway. Check the status with your local council or enquire if the street is covered by a PUSWA (public utilities street works act).
The Birches is located within the Central Bedfordshire 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.
The Birches has been assigned the Unique Street Reference Numbers of 25201109, 25202420 and 25202236 in the National Street Gazetteer.
The Birches is located within the county of Bedfordshire, situated in the East of England region of the UK. It's 38.77 miles North from central London., 7.97 miles South from Bedford, 10.04 miles North from Luton and 14 miles East from Milton Keynes.
The Birches 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?Estate Agents near The Birches
| Name | Address | Website |
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| Village Homes | 2 Newbury Court, Newbury Lane, Silsoe, MK45 4ET | |
| Hayfield Homes Limited | High Street, Silsoe, MK45 4ES | Visit Website |
| Mulberry Homes, Maulden Ridge | Clophill Road, Maulden, MK45 2AA | Visit Website |
We have found 1 postcode for The Birches
Hotels near The Birches
Budget Hotels near The Birches
| Budget Hotel Name | Distance (miles) |
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| 1: Name:Holiday Inn Express Bedford Address:Elstow Interchange A6/A421 Bedford Bypass Junction Telephone: Visit Site |
6.03 |
| 2: Name:Travelodge Bedford Marston Moretaine Address:Junction, A421 Beancroft Rd, Marston Moretaine, Bedford, MK43 0PZ Telephone:0871 984 6011 Visit Site |
6.06 |
| 3: Name:Travelodge Toddington M1 Southbound Address:Moto Service Area, M1, Toddington, Dunstable, LU5 6HR Telephone:0871 984 6214 Visit Site |
6.12 |
| 4: Name:Premier Inn Bedford South A421 Address:Fletcher Road Telephone: Visit Site |
6.48 |
| 5: Name:Premier Inn Bedford - Priory Marina Address:Priory Country Park, Barkers Lane Telephone: Visit Site |
7.46 |
Location Details
| The Birches | |
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| Latitude | 52.024377 |
| Longitude | -0.428434 |
| OS Easting (X): | 507816 |
| OS Northing (Y): | 237430 |
| OS Grid Reference: | TL078374 |
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Frequently asked Questions for The Birches
What Council (Local Authority) is The Birches in?
The Birches is located within the local authority area of Central Bedfordshire Council which is a Unitary Authority.
What Parish Council is The Birches in?
The Birches is in an unparished area.
What Electoral Ward is The Birches in?
The Birches is located within the ward of Ampthill.
What County is The Birches in?
The Birches is located within the ceremonial county of Bedfordshire.
What Constituency is The Birches in?
The Birches is located within the constituency of Mid Bedfordshire.
What Part of the UK is The Birches in?
The Birches is located within the East of England region of the United Kingdom.
What County Council area is The Birches in?
The Birches is located within the Central Bedfordshire Council area.
What Police Force area is The Birches in?
The Birches is located within the Bedfordshire Police area.
Roads that have a Junction with The Birches
| Street | Junction Type |
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| Chestnut Close | junction |
| Almond Crescent | junction |
| Almond Crescent | pseudo node |
Sunset and Sunrise times for The Birches , MK45 2FL
| Sunrise | 05:59 |
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| Sunset | 20:03 |
Latest Weather Conditions for The Birches, MK45 2FL
| Observed at Weather Station: | Woburn 16 April 2024 at 04:00 (7.31 miles away) |
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| Current Weather: | Clear night |
| Temperature and Humidity: | 6.8°C (85.8%) |
| Wind Direction and Speed: | (0 mph) |
Population Statistics
| ONS Area Code | E00087980 |
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| ONS Area Name | Detached Retirement Living |
| Average Age | 42.95 |
| Area Population | 1612.00 |
| Male Population | 794.00 (49%) |
| Female Population | 818.00 (51%) |
| LSOA Code: | E01017419 |
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| LSOA Name: | Central Bedfordshire 008C |
| SOA Code: | 8a |
| SOA Name: | |
| MSOA Code: | E02003606 |
| MSOA Name: | Central Bedfordshire 008 |
Nearest Supermarkets
| Waitrose Ampthill |
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| 25 Bedford Street, Ampthill, Bedfordshire, MK45 2LU |
| 01525 402277 |
| Distance: 2.81 Miles |
| Directions from The Birches to Waitrose Ampthill |
| Tesco Flitwick Superstore |
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| Coniston Rd, Flitwick, Bedford, MK45 1LX |
| 0345 677 9279 |
| Distance: 3.32 Miles |
| Directions from The Birches to Tesco Flitwick Superstore |
| Morrisons Shefford |
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| High Street, Shefford SG17 5DZ |
| 01462 850 941 |
| Distance: 4.08 Miles |
| Directions from The Birches to Morrisons Shefford |
| Tesco Shefford Esso Express |
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| Ivel Rd, Shefford, SG17 5LH |
| 0345 675 7040 |
| Distance: 4.09 Miles |
| Directions from The Birches to Tesco Shefford Esso Express |
Telephone Information
| Area Code |
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| Area Code: 01234 - Bedford |
| Area Code: 01462 - Hitchin |
Broadband Information
| Speed | Average Speed | Median Speed | Maximum Speed | Next-generation access (NGA) | Number of Connections |
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| Less than 2 Mbps | 4.6 | 5.7 | 7.4 | N | 7 |
Local Government
| Local Council Details |
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| Within the area of Central Bedfordshire |
| Visit the Council's Website |
| Central Bedfordshire Council, Priory House, Monks Walk, Chicksands, Bedfordshire &SG17 5TQ |
| Send email |
| Telephone Number: 0300 300 8000 |
| Local Member of Parliament |
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| Within the Westminster Parliamentary Constituency of Mid Bedfordshire |
| The Member of Parliament is Nadine Dorries |
| Details for the MP Nadine Dorries on parliament.uk |
| Details for the MP Nadine Dorries on theyworkforyou.com |
| In the 2019 General Election Nadine Dorries won with a majority of 24,664 the result was Con hold. The total electorate was 87,795 |
| Wards, Parish Councils and County Councils |
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| Ward: Ampthill Ward |
| Parish: Unparished area |
| Ceremonial County: Bedfordshire |
Nearest Schools
Primary Schools
St Mary's VA CofE Lower School
Address: High Street, Clophill, Bedfordshire, MK45 4BE
Headteacher: Mrs Karen Bingley
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2021-09-23)
Distance: 1.12 miles
Contact: 01525860206
Silsoe CofE VC Lower School
Address: Chestnut Avenue, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 4GP
Headteacher: Mrs Sarah Boyle
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-03-03)
Distance: 1.38 miles
Contact: 01525860247
Maulden Lower School
Address: Church Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2AU
Headteacher: Mrs Kathryn Dwyer
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-03-14)
Distance: 2.11 miles
Contact: 01525402286
Secondary Schools
Arnold Academy
Address: Hexton Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 4JZ
Headteacher: Headteacher Peter Roberts
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-05-24)
Distance: 4.26 miles
Contact: 01582616400
Redborne Upper School and Community College
Address: Flitwick Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2NU
Headteacher: Mr Olly Button
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-05-05)
Distance: 4.77 miles
Contact: 01525404462
Alameda Middle School
Address: Station Road, Bedford, Bedfordshire, MK45 2QR
Headteacher: Mrs Jacqueline Ross
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-10-11)
Distance: 4.92 miles
Contact: 01525750900
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: 7.50 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: 8.48 miles
Contact: 01582877500
North Hertfordshire College
Address: Monkswood Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 1LA
Headteacher: Mr Kit Davies
Ofsted Rating: Good (as of 2023-11-24)
Distance: 18.10 miles
Contact: 01462424242
Nearest Hospitals
| Steppingley Hospital |
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| Address: Ampthill Road, Steppingley, Bedford, MK45 1AB, |
| Independent Sector |
| East London NHS Foundation Trust |
| Distance: 5.86 (miles) |
| Directions from to Steppingley Hospital |
| 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: 11.93 (miles) |
| Directions from to Bedford Hospital South Wing |
| 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: 13.18 (miles) |
| Directions from to Bedford Hospital North Wing |
Nearest Dentists
Dentists near The Birches
SAXBY DENTAL SURGERY
Address: WILMINGTON LODGE, 19 DUNSTABLE STREET, AMPTHILL, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 2NJ
Distance: 2.83 miles
Contact: :
FLITWICK CLINIC
Address: THE HIGHLANDS, FLITWICK, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 1DZ
Distance: 3.09 miles
Contact: :
CHICKSANDS DENTAL CENTRE
Address: CHICKSANDS, SHEFFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5PR
Distance: 3.11 miles
Contact: :
FLITWICK DENTAL GROUP
Address: 7 STATION SQUARE, FLITWICK, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 1DP
Distance: 3.14 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 23 HIGH STREET, FLITWICK, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 1DX
Distance: 3.14 miles
Contact: :
BEDFORD ROAD (DENTAL SURGERY)
Address: 50 BEDFORD ROAD, BARTON-LE-CLAY, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 4PP
Distance: 3.91 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors near The Birches
HOUGHTON CLOSE SURGERY
Address: 1 HOUGHTON CLOSE, AMPTHILL, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 2TG
Distance: 2.73 miles
Contact: tel: 01525 300898
OLIVER STREET SURGERY
Address: THE HEALTH CENTRE, OLIVER STREET, AMPTHILL, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 2SB
Distance: 2.76 miles
Contact: tel: 01525 631395
GREENSAND SURGERY (AMPTHILL)
Address: THE HEALTH CENTRE, 57 OLIVER STREET, AMPTHILL, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 2SB
Distance: 2.76 miles
Contact: tel: 01525 631390
OLIVER STREET SURGERY
Address: 57 OLIVER STREET, AMPTHILL, BEDFORD, MK45 2SB
Distance: 2.76 miles
Contact: :
FLITWICK SURGERY - COVID LOCAL VACCINATION SERVICE
Address: HIGHLANDS, FLITWICK, BEDFORD, MK45 1DW
Distance: 3.04 miles
Contact: :
FLITWICK SURGERY
Address: HIGHLANDS, FLITWICK, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 1DW
Distance: 3.04 miles
Contact: tel: 01525 715300
Nearest Dispensing Chemists
Pharmacies near The Birches
W CHEESEMAN & SON LTD
Address: 3-5 CHURCH STREET, AMPTHILL, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 2PJ
Distance: 2.76 miles
Contact: tel: 01525 402173
THE HIGHLANDS PHARMACY LTD
Address: THE HIGHLANDS, FLITWICK, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 1DZ
Distance: 3.09 miles
Contact: tel: 01525 716933
TESCO INSTORE PHARMACY
Address: 10-12 CONISTON ROAD, FLITWICK, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 1LX
Distance: 3.31 miles
Contact: tel: 01525 771647
C & H (BARTON) LTD
Address: 79 BEDFORD ROAD, BARTON-LE-CLAY, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 4LL
Distance: 3.95 miles
Contact: tel: 01582 881263
WILSTEAD PHARMACY
Address: 1 CROSS ROADS, CHURCH ROAD, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 3HJ
Distance: 3.99 miles
Contact: tel: 01234 740609
JARDINES PHARMACY
Address: RICHARD DANIELS HOUSE, 7 HIGH STREET, SHEFFORD, SG17 5DD
Distance: 4.10 miles
Contact: tel: 01462 813283
Nearest Opticians
Opticians near The Birches
ALLDERS OPTICIANS (AMPTHILL)
Address: 17 BEDFORD STREET, AMPTHILL, BEDFORD, MK45 2LU
Distance: 2.82 miles
Contact: :
IDEAL EYEWEAR LIMITED
Address: UNIT 3 HIGHFIELD HOUSE, 110 THE HAWTHORNS, FLITWICK, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 1FN
Distance: 3.11 miles
Contact: :
ALLDERS OPTICIANS (FLITWICK)
Address: UNIT 11, RUSSELL CENTRE, CONISTON ROAD, BEDFORD, MK45 1QY
Distance: 3.24 miles
Contact: :
HARROLD OPTICIANS (FLITWICK)
Address: 2 STEPPINGLEY ROAD, FLITWICK, BEDFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, MK45 1AJ
Distance: 3.28 miles
Contact: :
ALLDERS OPTICIANS (BARTON)
Address: 83A BEDFORD ROAD, BARTON-LE-CLAY, BEDFORD, MK45 4LL
Distance: 3.95 miles
Contact: :
STEPHEN HING OPTICIANS
Address: 14A CLIFTON ROAD, SHEFFORD, BEDFORDSHIRE, SG17 5AE
Distance: 4.31 miles
Contact: :
Transport
Nearest Rail Stations
Flitwick Station is 3.18 miles away.
Address: Flitwick station, Steppingly Road, Flitwick, Bedfordshire, MK45 1AJ
Flitwick is situated on the East Midland Main Line and is managed by Govia Thameslink Railway (Thameslink).
Flitwick Station is staffed on a part time basis.
Millbrook (Bedfordshire) Station is 4.88 miles away.
Address: Millbrook station, Station Road, Millbrook, Bedfordshire, MK45 2JH
Millbrook (Bedfordshire) is situated on the Marston Vale line and is managed by Grand Central North West.
Millbrook (Bedfordshire) Station is an unstaffed station.
Directions from The Birches to Millbrook (Bedfordshire) Rail Station