The Swiss GardensOff the A1, west of Biggleswade Created in the 1820s by Lord Ongley, a late Regency garden and an outstanding example of the Swiss picturesque. The Swiss Cottage provides the main element for this unusual and atmospheric garden. It provides the principal aspect for a number of contrived vistas which lead the eye towards this attractive thatched structure. more information
10 miles South of Bedford, off A6 Once home for Grey family whose Mausoleum is at nearby Flitton. The gardens are a backdrop to the house, inspired by a 18th century French chateaux. 90 acres of wonderful gardens from the early 18th century, later partly remodelled by 'Capability' Brown. The garden features a French Garden, a Bath House, and marble fountains as well as an Orangery. An English Heritage garden. The de Grey Mausoleum has sculpted monuments and tombs dating from the 16th century. more information