10 Things to do in Biggleswade That You Shouldn't Miss

The Swiss Garden is a late Regency, nine acre garden, which is adjacent to the Shuttleworth Collection. The garden was created by the third Lord Ongley between 1820 and 1835, and is laid out in the romantic and Swiss picturesque style. It is the only complete example of this period and is open to the public all year round. The Swiss Garden has 13 listed structures including a Swiss Cottage, Indian Kiosk, and Grotto & Fernery and Victorian embellishments such as Pulhamite rockwork. It is licenced as a civil wedding venue, and outdoor events run throughout the year including the annua Mad Hatters tea party and open air theatre.

Shortmead is an elegant manor house, with its origins in the 16th century and set in twenty four acres of grounds. Located in Bedfordshire, it is Biggleswade’s best kept secrets. In a tranquil setting with open vistas and positioned on the outskirts of the town, yet the house is conveniently located just off the A1 motorway and close to a mainline railway station.

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Started by Richard Shuttleworth, who collectected some of the exhibits still here, The Shuttleworth Collection is home to the best collection of genuine WWI aircraft that all still fly in Europe, alongside over historic aircraft from 1909 to the 1950s. The Collection includes the oldest aircraft still flying - the 1909 Blériot. Also, the oldest airworthy British aircraft 1912 Blackburn Monoplane, the 1934 race winning DH88 Comet, record breaking 1936 Mew Gull, 1938 special ops Westland Lysander and many more. Vintage vehicles including a steam locomobile and early buses, cycles and motorcycles are also part of The Collection. Shuttleworth is based at an aerodrome with a grass runway, PPR required but there are no landing fees and aviation fuel available at self-service pumps. It's just off the A1 at Biggleswade with free parking, on-site Play Area, restaurant and adjacent Swiss Garden, and a period Mansion (open event days). May to October it is a top class vintage airshow venue.

The Courtyard Centre began with a vision to create a peaceful place where people can come to relax, take time for themselves, maintain or develop a healthy lifestyle, try something new and connect with others. Whether that be through a therapy, class, event, workshop or spending time in the café we aim to cater for all ages and stages of life in our community. We aim to offer a wide choice of complementary therapies catering for all personal needs. We offer a range of classes including Yoga, Pilates, Meditation, Tai Chi, dance and fitness to suit all ages and abilities. Classes are held in one of our beautiful studios and there are a selection of drop in classes as well as courses and workshops.

Jordans Mill is a new venue with Cafe, Historic Water Mill, Landscaped Gardens, Shop and Conference Facilities located just outside Biggleswade, Bedfordshire. It offers freshly made locally sourced food, Informative tours of the historic mill and gardens and a sunny decked verandah overlooking the Ivel River.

Sitting on the River Ivel in Bedfordshire is the launch site of Biggleswade, providing you with a range of views to ensure you have a truly memorable flight from beginning to end. No matter which direction the wind takes you, you are guaranteed a truly memorable flight and a warm welcome in this famous, beautiful and historic county.

Biggleswade FC is a young and vibrant non-league football club based in Bedfordshire. Formed in 2016, we currently have two Senior teams: 1st Team: Member of the Southern Football League Reserve Team: Member of the Bedfordshire County Football League