Biggleswade is a Town in the county of Bedfordshire.
Biggleswade is a charming small town located in Central Bedfordshire, England. The town is an ideal destination for those looking for a relaxing getaway in the countryside.
The history of Biggleswade dates back to Saxon times, when it was known as Bicelesuuade, meaning ‘the place where Bicel’s people lived’. In the 19th century, Biggleswade was a bustling market town and its name began to appear on maps of the area.
Today, there are plenty of things to do in Biggleswade. There’s a delightful selection of shops, pubs and cafés to explore as well as plenty of outdoor activities. There’s a vibrant arts scene in the town with galleries, exhibitions and regular concerts taking place throughout the year. There are also several parks and green spaces which provide ideal spots for picnics or just strolling around.
Biggleswade is a great destination for families, with a variety of attractions such as the Biggleswade Museum and Heritage Centre and an indoor play centre. For those who want to explore further afield, Biggleswade is just a short drive away from London or Cambridge.
Biggleswade postcode: SG18 8
There are great places to visit near Biggleswade including some great towns, nature reserves, ancient sites, hills, woodlands, rivers and streams, villages, historic buildings, country parks, lakes and shopping centres.
Don't miss Sandy, Bedford, Luton, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Cranfield, and Biggleswade's towns if visiting the area around Biggleswade.
Nature Reserves to visit near Biggleswade include RSPB The Lodge, and Sharnbrook Summit.
Galley Hill Hillfort, and Ivinghoe Beacon Hill are some of Biggleswade best ancient sites to visit near Biggleswade.
Galley Hill Hillfort, and Ivinghoe Beacon Hill are some of Biggleswade best hills to visit near Biggleswade.
Woodlands to visit near Biggleswade include The Everton Estate.
The area around Biggleswade's best rivers and streams can be found at River Great Ouse at Bedford.
The area around Biggleswade boasts some of the best villages including Stevington, Cardington, Willington - Bedford, Whipsnade, Stewartby, Aspley Guise, and Great Barford.
Don't miss Stevington Windmill, Willington Dovecote and Stables, Bedford School Chapel, Stewartby Brickworks, Great Barford Bridge, Market Place Woburn, and Town Hall at Woburn's historic buildings if visiting the area around Biggleswade.
The area around Biggleswade boasts some of the best country parks including Priory Country Park, and Dunstable Downs and Whipsnade Estate.
Priory Lake is a great place to visit close to Biggleswade if you like lakes.
There are a number of shopping centres near to Biggleswade including The Mall Luton.
Biggleswade History
There are some historic monuments around Biggleswade:
Places to see near Biggleswade
History of Biggleswade
In Roman times, a loop road known as the White Way passed through Biggleswade (possibly along the course of the present-day Drove Road), linking with Ermine Way at Godmanchester. (See also Hundred of Biggleswade) In the 5th century AD, Saxon invaders settled. The name Biggleswade may derive from Biceil, an Anglo-Saxon personal name, and Waed, the Saxon word for ford. Variant spellings include Bykeleswad in 1396, Bykleswade in 15th-century law records, and Bickleswade on a 17th-century ivory seal now in the British Museum.
