The Pavilion Guidebook
Our village
We are so lucky with all the wonderful walks, cycle rides and the river right here, waiting for you to explore! National Cycle Route 51 and the Bedford River Valley Park, what are you waiting for?
Willington
We are so lucky with all the wonderful walks, cycle rides and the river right here, waiting for you to explore! National Cycle Route 51 and the Bedford River Valley Park, what are you waiting for?
Food scene
Lovely setting by the river. Have a drink or a meal. Great stop for ice cream whilst exploring the Route 51 cycle path. Live music events too.
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Danish Camp
Chapel LaneLovely setting by the river. Have a drink or a meal. Great stop for ice cream whilst exploring the Route 51 cycle path. Live music events too.
Fab farm shop and delicatessen in the next village. Cafe, on site butchers and florist.
The Barn Cardington
Cople RoadFab farm shop and delicatessen in the next village. Cafe, on site butchers and florist.
The Crown
17 Station RoadOur local village pub. Great selection of ales. Good reputation for food.
While away the hours on the riverbank, watching the boats go by. Good food, good pub. What's not to like?!
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High StreetWhile away the hours on the riverbank, watching the boats go by. Good food, good pub. What's not to like?!
Visit Sinfield's for amazing fruit and veg. Coffee, flowers and visiting fishmonger - check Sinfield's facebook for details
Balls Lane
Balls LaneVisit Sinfield's for amazing fruit and veg. Coffee, flowers and visiting fishmonger - check Sinfield's facebook for details
Award winning family-owned restaurant - superb setting and food.
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The Black Horse
Award winning family-owned restaurant - superb setting and food.
Sightseeing
On our doorstep, Tudor dovecote and stables, possibly built for visit by Henry VIII. Typically open to visitors on last Sunday of the month May to Sept, but worth viewing from the outside any time.
National Trust - Willington Dovecote and Stables
Church EndOn our doorstep, Tudor dovecote and stables, possibly built for visit by Henry VIII. Typically open to visitors on last Sunday of the month May to Sept, but worth viewing from the outside any time.
Garden centre, with restaurant
Whenever we mention we live in Willington, everyone knows Frosts! New food hall for 2022 and restaurant, as well as a brilliant garden centre of course. How about a full English breakfast?
Frosts Garden Centre At Willington
Sandy RoadWhenever we mention we live in Willington, everyone knows Frosts! New food hall for 2022 and restaurant, as well as a brilliant garden centre of course. How about a full English breakfast?
Neighbourhoods
Local market town, with lots of shops, takeaways etc. Mainline train station - Sandy to London Kings Cross 48 mins
Sandy
Local market town, with lots of shops, takeaways etc. Mainline train station - Sandy to London Kings Cross 48 mins
City/town information
42 minutes by car / 27 miles - Cambridge is a wonderful city - you don't need us to tell you that!
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Cambridge
42 minutes by car / 27 miles - Cambridge is a wonderful city - you don't need us to tell you that!
Centre MK is a must for keen shoppers. Also a great base at Xscape, the snow dome for skiers, snowboarders - even toboganning! MK Theatre is a regular venue for touring West End shows. Home to MK Dons Football and MK Lightning Ice Hockey teams. Plenty to do!
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Milton Keynes
Centre MK is a must for keen shoppers. Also a great base at Xscape, the snow dome for skiers, snowboarders - even toboganning! MK Theatre is a regular venue for touring West End shows. Home to MK Dons Football and MK Lightning Ice Hockey teams. Plenty to do!
Days Out
Wimpole Hall
National Trust property
Wrest Park
English Heritage
Swiss Garden
Alder DriveStunning garden - worth a visit
You don't have to be a member of the RSPB to explore this very special area, home to a superb variety of birds. Shop and refreshments available here. https://www.rspb.org
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RSPB The Lodge
Potton RoadYou don't have to be a member of the RSPB to explore this very special area, home to a superb variety of birds. Shop and refreshments available here. https://www.rspb.org
Bletchley Park
Sherwood DriveVery popular, but well worth the visit