Blunham, Caldecote & Broom

Blunham, Caldecote, and Broom are rural settlements in Central Bedfordshire, located near the River Great Ouse. The area is characterised by open farmland, woodland, and small villages with traditional brick-and-flint cottages. Blunham has a village green and a historic church, while Caldecote and Broom are smaller, with a mix of residential and agricultural land. The surrounding countryside offers walking routes along the river and through fields.

The area is well-connected by road, with the A1 nearby providing links to Bedford and Peterborough. Local amenities include a primary school in Blunham and a village hall for community events. The landscape is mostly flat, with scattered hedgerows and patches of woodland. Agriculture remains a key part of the local economy, with arable farming dominating the land use. The quiet, rural setting attracts those seeking a slower pace of life while remaining within reach of larger towns.