Great Barford
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Great Barford is a village in Bedfordshire, England, a few miles north-east of Bedford. It lies on the River Great Ouse at grid reference TL129523. The population was in excess of 5000 in 2001. It is twinned with Wollstein, Germany. The village is bypassed by the busy A421 road on the way between Bedford and St Neots in Cambridgeshire, the bypass opening on August 24, 2006.
The village is known for its All Saints Church, with a 15th century tower, and its similarly ancient bridge. The scenic surroundings and historic buildings make it a favoured destination for angling and picnics. Nearby places include Renhold and Blunham.
