Attractions in Heath and Reach & Things to Do in Heath and Reach
(and nearby)

Leighton Buzzard Railway (1 Mile)*
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.
Ascott House and Gardens (4 Miles)*
Originally a half-timbered Jacobean farmhouse, Ascott was bought in 1876 by the de Rothschild family and considerably transformed and enlarged.
Woburn Abbey (5 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 (5 Miles)*
Lions, tigers and bears – you will find your favourite animals at Woburn Safari Park.
Dunstable Downs, Chilterns Gateway Centre and Whipsnade Estate (7 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 (7 Miles)*
Escape the urban jungle and head for Whipsnade for the perfect family day out.
Ashridge Estate (9 Miles)*
A 5,000 acre countryside estate with many splendid walks. The focal point of the area is the Bridgewater Monument.
Oak Farm Animal Park (9 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.
Wardown Park Museum (10 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.
Wrest Park (11 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.
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre (12 Miles)*
The Buckinghamshire Railway Centre is a working Steam Museum, with one of the largest collections of locomotives, vehicles and railway memorabilia in the UK.
Bucks Goats Centre (12 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.
Claydon House (13 Miles)*
Claydon is an extraordinary house with remarkable 18th century, rococo and chinoiserie decoration. Features include the unique Chinese room and parquetry Grand Stairs.
Waddesdon Manor (13 Miles)*
Waddesdon manor was built between 1874 and 1889 in the style of a 16th-century French chateau for Baron Ferdinand de Rothschild to entertain his guests and display his vast collection of art treasures.
Moot Hall (14 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.
Cowper & Newton Museum (15 Miles)*
Visit Orchard Side, home of the 18th century poet, translator and Letter-writer William Cowper. See displays of his works, portraits and memorabilia, plus those of his friend John Newton.
Higgins Art Gallery & Musuem (15 Miles)*
The Higgins Art Gallery & Museum, Bedford remains closed for a major redevelopment and will reopen in Spring 2013.
Cecil Higgins Art Gallery (15 Miles)*
The Cecil Higgins Art Gallery is closed for redevelopment. You can find out more about our plans on our website. The Gallery is due to re-open in 2012/13.
Bromham Mill and Gallery (15 Miles)*
There was a mill on the site of Bromham Mill since before the domesday survey in 1086.
Stowe Landscape Gardens (16 Miles)*
One of the first and finest Georgian landscape gardens in Britain, Stowe has over 30 arches and temples mirrored in the waters of lakes or silhouetted against the sky. The garden and park were created by the Temple family during a two hundred year period.
Swiss Garden (17 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.
Shaws Corner (17 Miles)*
Visit the home of George Bernard Shaw from 1906 until his death in 1950.
Verulamium Museum (17 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.
Letchworth Museum and Art Gallery (18 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.
Museum of St Albans (18 Miles)*
At the Museum of St Albans you can discover the fascinating story of our historic cathedral city.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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