Directions
Linmere Gateway is a wonderful new development of homes on the outskirts of Houghton Regis, Bedfordshire. The development can be reached in less than a five-minute drive away from junction 11A of the M1.
Houghton Regis, and this development, fall under the administration of Central Bedfordshire Council.
Leisure
Not only does Linmere Gateway benefit from a wide range of leisure opportunities within driving distance, but the development itself boasts a host of features, including over 190 acres of open space with play areas and a sports pitch.
Locally, there's also Houghton Hall Park, which is just a mile away from the development - ideal for lovers of the outdoors.
A little further afield is ZSL Whipsnade Zoo, which is home to a wonderful array of animals, including tigers, white rhinos, and brown bears. The zoo is only around a 15-minute drive away from Linmere Gateway.
For more educational pursuits, Wardown House, Museum, and Gallery is just six miles away from the development and offers interactive displays throughout the Victorian home, as well as the UK's largest hat collection.
Transport
For travel throughout the area there is plenty of choice, including the local rail and road networks. Leagrave train station, which is around three miles away from Linmere Gateway, provides regular services into nearby towns and cities, allowing those commuting a quick and easy route to work. Central Luton can be reached in under five minutes, while St Albans is less than 20 minutes away and London can be reached in around 40 minutes.
The convenient access to the M1 that Linmere Gateway provides means that residents of the development can commute with ease, if preferring to travel by car. Luton is little more than a 10-minute drive, while Milton Keynes and Bedford are each only around 30 minutes away.
Education
Parents of young children will revel in the array of educational establishments in the area, especially with an on-site primary school now open. Additionally, Thornhill Primary School, Chiltern School, and Houghton Regis Academy are all within a 10-minute walk of Linmere Gateway.
For older children, this development is perfectly situated for access to college education - as Central Bedfordshire College has several campuses within driving distance, as well as the Houghton Regis Campus which is just a five-minute walk.
Higher education is available within a short drive, as the University of Bedfordshire is only a little over six miles away from Linmere Gateway.
Shopping
Collecting everyday essentials is simple at Linmere Gateway as there are several supermarkets nearby to the development - including two within walking distance and one on-site. If you would prefer more in-depth shopping solutions, there are a variety of shopping centres within a short drive, including Quadrant Shopping Centre, Eleanors Cross Shopping Precinct, and White Lion Retail Park.
Food lovers have ample choice in the areas around the development, with Italian, Turkish, Mediterranean, and Indian options all within a couple of miles of Linmere Gateway.
