Local area
Cranfield's rural location provides a peaceful and relaxing environment, allowing you to focus on your studies. However, when you're not studying there's plenty to do in the local nearby towns.
Bedford
840 years old, the traditional town of Bedford owes its origins to the river Ouse and hosts a year-round programme of festivals and events, including the Bedford River Festival and the Victorian Christmas Fair. You'll also find a range of historic museums, exhibitions, local gourmet and flower markets. More about Bedford...
Milton Keynes
One of the emerging business centres in the UK, with steady growth and strong prospects for future development. Boasting some unique sporting facilities, an indoor ski slope, rock climbing, bowling, water skiing, a high ropes course and a state-of-the art 30,000 seat stadium. More...