Attractions in Dunstable & Things to Do in Dunstable
(and nearby)

Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate (2 Miles)*
If the number of kites flying is any indication, Dunstable Downs offers windy walks and wildlife in all seasons. Gliders soar over the glorious landscape and ancient monuments abound.
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo (3 Miles)*
Escape the urban jungle and head for Whipsnade for the perfect family day out.
Wardown Park Museum (4 Miles)*
Wardown Park Museum is situated 1.5 miles from the centre of Luton in a beautiful landscaped park. The first floor galleries house the Luton Life displays which explore the stories of Luton people over the past 150 years.
Leighton Buzzard Railway (6 Miles)*
With its sharp curves, its steep gradients, its level crossings and its unique roadside running, the Leighton Buzzard Railway takes you back to a more relaxed age of transport.
Ashridge Estate (6 Miles)*
A 5,000 acre countryside estate with many splendid walks. The focal point of the area is the Bridgewater Monument.
Ascott House and Gardens (8 Miles)*
Originally a half-timbered Jacobean farmhouse, Ascott was bought in 1876 by the de Rothschild family and considerably transformed and enlarged.
Woburn Abbey (8 Miles)*
Experience living history at Woburn Abbey, home to the Dukes of Bedford for over 300 years and still home to the 15th Duke and his family today.
Woburn Safari Park (8 Miles)*
Lions, tigers and bears – you will find your favourite animals at Woburn Safari Park.
Wrest Park (9 Miles)*
Fans of baroque and classical architecture are in for a treat at Wrest Park in Bedfordshire with its French inspired mansion, baroque pavilion and Chinoiserie garden pagoda.
Oak Farm Animal Park (11 Miles)*
Oak Farm Animal Park is a traditional organic working farm, home to a variety of animals, many of which are rescued for a second chance in life.
Shaws Corner (11 Miles)*
Visit the home of George Bernard Shaw from 1906 until his death in 1950.
Verulamium Museum (11 Miles)*
Discover the life and times of a major Roman city at St Albans, Hertfordshire. This is the Museum of Everyday Life in Roman Britain.
Museum of St Albans (12 Miles)*
At the Museum of St Albans you can discover the fascinating story of our historic cathedral city.
St Albans Cathedral (12 Miles)*
The Cathedral of Saint Alban stands on a hill that has been a site of worship since Saxon times and a place of history since the Romans founded St Albans as Verulamium.
Royal National Rose Garden (12 Miles)*
The new Gardens of the Rose were designed for the Royal National Rose Society by Michael Balston and built by Adam Frost Landscapes (both Gold Medal Winners at the Chelsea Flower Show).
Letchworth Museum and Art Gallery (13 Miles)*
Letchworth Museum opened in 1914 to house the collections of the Letchworth Naturalists' Society. Since then the museum has expanded greatly in both size and scope.
Stevenage Museum (13 Miles)*
At Stevenage Museum you can find out the complete story of Stevenage, from the Stone Age right up to the present day. There is plenty to do for all ages, children or adults.
Knebworth House (14 Miles)*
The Lytton family have lived at Knebworth for 500 years. Queen Elizabeth 1 stayed here, Charles Dickens acted in private theatricals in the House and Winston Churchill's painting of the Banqueting Hall hangs in the room where he painted it.
Bucks Goats Centre (14 Miles)*
We are a children's animal farm and adventure centre featuring a wide range of animals, including llamas, birds, donkeys and every breed of domestic goat found in Britain.
Chenies Manor House (14 Miles)*
The semi-fortified brick Manor House was built by Sir John Cheyne about 1460. Sir John Russell (later the 1st Earl of Bedford) made additions in 1526, and it was his principal residence.
Willows Farm Village (15 Miles)*
Just a short distance from London, the unique Willows Farm Village is an incredible rural retreat, ideal for family fun days out.
Mill Green Museum and Mill (15 Miles)*
The museum is housed in the former Miller's house, dating back to the 16th century. There is also a fully restored eighteenth century working watermill, adjacent to the museum.
Moot Hall (15 Miles)*
Elstow Moot Hall (or Green House as it was formerly known) was built in the late 15th century as a market-house in connection with the village fairs.
Hatfield House (16 Miles)*
Celebrated Jacobean House and Tudor Old Palace steeped in Elizabethan and Victorian political history in a spectacular countryside setting. Built in 1607 and home of the Cecil family for 400 years.
Swiss Garden (16 Miles)*
A visit to the Swiss Garden takes you back to the early 19th century, when an interest in ornamental gardening and picturesque architecture were first combined.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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