Big skies, village lanes, and a hilltop church on the edge of the Bedfordshire countryside.
Shillington is a traditional village tucked into the low hills of southern Bedfordshire, close to the border with Hertfordshire. It's best known for its medieval church, which sits on a ridge overlooking miles of open farmland — a striking landmark and a natural starting point for walking.
Footpaths lead from the village into a patchwork of fields, hedgerows, and quiet tracks, linking nearby hamlets like Pegsdon, Pirton, and Upper Gravenhurst. The landscape is gently undulating, with wide views and a sense of rural stillness that makes it perfect for slow, unhurried exploration.
While lesser known than Bedfordshire’s ridge trails or parks, Shillington offers a taste of untouched countryside and local walking at its best.
Rural B&Bs, village pubs, and countryside cottages.
Walks starting from or near Shillington.
