Public Services & Transport
Henlow is well located for transport and public services. The A1M and M1 are both within easy reach, and Arlesey Train Station is within walking distance of Henlow Village.
Police
Crime levels in Henlow are low. As with any villages there are occasional incidents, but with the local station covering an increased area, too often minor crimes do not get reported. We are keen to ensure that a correct record of all incidents is kept and would encourage you to call 101.
Bedfordshire Police site:
Henlow Village
Henlow Camp
Buses
Stagecoach buses 71 (Henlow Village and Henlow Camp) and 72 (Henlow Village) travel to/from Bedford and Hitchin.
For timetables and assistance go to: Stagecoach Timetables
For further details telephone: 01604 676060
Centrebus route 82 travels to/from Bedford to Hitchin stopping at Bedford, Sandy, Biggleswade, Henlow and Hitchin.
For an ‘up to date’ time table go to here: Centrebus Timetables – bus numbers are 188 and 190
For further details telephone: 0844 351 1120 (7p/min)
AGS (TAXIBUS SERVICE 90) runs a Community Bus offering links between Henlow, Arlesey and Stotfold.
To view an ‘up to date’ timetable left click here: Timetable
Alternatively right click to download the timetable.
For further details telephone: 01234 351824
WANDERBUS operates journeys from Henlow and surrounding villages to destinations such as Bedford, Welwyn Garden City, Biggleswade, Cambridge, Letchworth, St Albans, Milton Keynes and Stevenage. For bookings and further information, phone 0300 123 3023, email thewanderbus@gmail.com or visit their website www.wanderbus.org.uk
Trains
The nearest train station is at Arlesey and is a 10-15 minute walk from Henlow High Street. This station provides a fast service into London as well as a regular timetable of stops at other local towns.
National Rail Enquiries: 03457 48 49 50
Transport Matters
Transport Information Service for Disabled People in Bedfordshire and Luton.
Trevor J Larder (Accessible Transport Project Co-ordinator)
Tel: 01582 470900 Fax: 01582 470959
| PUBLIC SERVICES | |
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| Hospitals | Lister Hospital (Stevenage): 01438 314333 Bedford Hospital: 01234 355122 |
| Doctors Surgery | Stotfold Surgery: 01462 732244 Shefford Health Centre: 01462 814899 Langfold Surgery: 01462 70088 Lower Stondon Surgery: 01462 850305 |
| Police | 999 (Emergency) 101 (Non urgent) |
| Post Office (Henlow Village) | permanently closed |
| Post Office (Lower Stondon, Henlow Camp) | Open: Mon – Sat 8.30am – 6.30pm, Sat 9am – 1pm. Located within the chemist shop 197A Station Road, Lower Stondon, Henlow, SG16 6JE |
Local Businesses
Henlow has a wide variety of businesses, shops and places to eat and drink. If you have a business in Henlow and would like to enquire about being listed please contact the Parish Council Clerk 01462 811800 or email clerk@henlow-pc.gov.uk
| CAR4LEASING | 0844 414 8144 | |
|---|---|---|
| THE CROWN PUB AND DINING | Kevin Wallman | 01462 812433 |
| ENGINEERS ARMS PUBLIC HOUSE | 01462 812284 | |
| FIVE BELLS PUBLIC HOUSE AND RESTAURANT | Tony Edwards | 01462 811125 |
| IGB FENCING SERVICES | Ian Bland | 01462 814553 |
| J. CHILD PLUMBING & GAS | John Child | 07985 224203 |
| LIMES CARE HOME | Mrs Wilkinson | 01462 811028 |
| NORMAN MOLE ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN | 01462 811002 |
Local Schools
Henlow has three excellent schools within its parish. Further information on each of the schools can be made by contacting them direct.
Raynsford CE Academy (Primary) incorporating Rayndrops Pre-School
Park Lane, Henlow, SG16 6AT
Headteacher: Mr Ed Wheatley
Tel: 01462 812319
Derwent Primary School
Hitchin Road, Henlow, SG16 6BA
Headteacher: Miss Tenille Rimmer
Tel: 01462 812047
Email: derwent@derwentschool.co.uk
Henlow CE Academy (Secondary)
Church Road, Henlow, SG16 6AN
Headteacher: Mrs Caren Earp
Tel: 01462 813733
Email: info@henlowacademy.org.uk
Local Organisations
Henlow is a thriving and vibrant community with clubs and activities for all ages. Please find contact details and information below of our local organisations and clubs.
Henlow Events
A group of local volunteers who organise regular social events that appeal to the whole community. These events help charitirs and local organisations/clubs through donations. Established in 2014, they helped to fund furniture for the new Pavilion. Since then, they have raised over £37,000 helping local schools, clubs, churches and local charities such as The Need Project and Sue Ryder and national charities such as Sepsis UK, Royal British Legion and MacMillan.
website: www.henlowevents.co.uk
Email: henlowevents@gmail.com
Henlow Social and Activities Club
Meet at Henlow Parish Hall, High Street, Henlow, SG16 6AA every Monday morning 10am to 1pm
Karen Thorne 07881 884740
Henlow Singers
A community (not church) group who sing mostly classical and sacred choral music. Rehearsals are Mondays 7.30pm to 9pm at St Mary’s Church, Church Road, Henlow, SG16 6AN
Mrs Beth Hutton 07891 504994 email: bhutton966@gmail.com
Beds & Herts Fuchsia Society
Miss A Griffiths 01908 644004
Women’s Institute
Meet on second Thursday of every month (except August) 7.30pm at Henlow Park Pavilion.
Alison Wenham 01462 816694 or email henlow.wi@gmail.com
Rainbows, Brownies and Guides
Rainbows email:
Brownies email: 3rdhenlowbrownies@gmail.com
Guides email: 3rdhenlowguides@gmail.com
More details
Beavers, Cubs, Scouts and Explorers (boys and girls aged 6-18 years)
Beaver Scouts, 6 – 8 years old (Woodside & Riverside Beaver Colonies – Wednesday)
Cub Scouts, 8 – 10.5 years old (Lion Cub Pack – Monday and Tiger Cub Pack – Tuesday)
Scouts, 10.5 – 14 years old (Tempest Scout Troop – Tuesday and Typhoon & Tornado Scout Troop – Thursday)
Explorer Scouts, 14 – 18 years old (Mustang Explorer Unit – Wednesday)
Please email gsl@henlowcliftonscoutgroup.co.uk
Henlow Village Tiny Tots (Preschool baby and toddler group)
Every Thursday during term-time 10am – 11.30am at Henlow Pavilion. Search Henlow Village Tiny Tots on Facebook
Sports Clubs and Exercise Classes
Henlow has a wide variety of sports clubs and exercise groups for all ages. Whatever your age and level of fitness there is something in Henlow for you!
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- MUGA (multi use games area) I and II are located at Henlow Academy. MUGA II (not floodlit) is a joint venture between Central Bedfordshire Council, Henlow Academy and Henlow Parish Council and is for the benefit of the whole community. Contact Henlow Academy 01462 813733
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- Yoga Classes: Sarah Neale: Personal Trainer and Yoga Teacher who works with older adults. Runs Resistance Band Classes at Henlow Pavilion. website: https://www.positive-energy-lifestyle.com/
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- Henlow Bowling Alley & Club, RAF Henlow T. 01462 851515 x7331 or 7844 evenings
| CLUB NAME | DESCRIPTION | CONTACT NAME | CONTACT DETAILS |
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| Henlow Bowls Club | Lawn Green Bowls (Outdoors)Men’s, Ladies’ and mixed teams | Paul McAdam (Secretary) | paulmcadam@googlemail.comTel: 07722 564866 |
| Henlow Cricket Club | Cricket Club Home matches at Henlow Park, Groveside, Henlow SG16 6AP | Neil Tompkins (Secretary) | neildtompkins@hotmail.com |
| Karate (Shotokan) | Karate for children. Henlow Park Pavilion Monday 6pm – 8pmKarate for children and adults. Henlow Parish Hall, Tuesday 6pm-7pm | Marisa WadeWayne Bilcock | 01462 81416107818 285217 |
| Henlow Hurricance Football Club | Youth and Adult football | Mark Burton | email: henlow.hurricanes@outlook.com |
| Henlow Golf Club | Based at RAF Henlow. Everyone welcome | 07739 759116 |
Churches
St Mary’s C of E Church
Contact: Reverend Shaun Speller The Vicarage, 65 Church Street, Langford, SG18 9QT
Tel: 01462 700248
website: St Mary’s, Henlow – A Church Near You
SUNDAY SERVICES:
First Sunday
11am – Family service
12:15 – Holy Communion
Second Sunday
11am – Parish Communion
& Sunday Club
Third Sunday
11am – Sung Eucharist
Fourth Sunday
11am – Parish Communion
MIDWEEK SERVICES:
First and third Wednesday
10am – Holy Communion
Monday and Wednesday
9am – Morning Prayer
Friday
9:30am – Morning Prayer
For further details see:
St. Mary’s Church Website
St Andrew’s RC Church (RAF Henlow)
Parish Priest: Fr Prashad
Deacon: Rev. Mr Peter Hyde
Henlow contact: 01462 813166
DAILY MASS:
Sunday 9am & 5.15pm
Monday & Tuesday 9.30am
Thursday & Friday 9.30am
Wednesday 7.30pm
Saturday 11am
Saturday 6pm at RAF Henlow
CONFESSIONS:
Wednesday 7.00 – 7.25pm
Saturday 10.30 – 10.55am
Note:
Also St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, 25 High Street, Shefford. All services held in Shefford except for Saturday 6pm mass, which is held at St. Andrew’s (RAF Henlow)
Henlow Methodist Church
Minister: Rev Leslie Noon
Tel: 01767 304635
SUNDAY SERVICES:
11.00am every Sunday
COMMUNION:
Once a month as part of the morning service.
For further details click here.