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Superbly situated, modern, entertaining and diverse, Luton can satisfy all tastes, ages and needs. Ideal as a base for exploring the surrounding area the area also offers lots to see and do in its own right.
Just 30 miles, and less than half an hour by train, from the centre of the capital, Luton is surrounded by spectacular countryside. The Dunstable Downs and North Chilterns form an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty popular with walkers and nature lovers. Luton is also within one hour’s drive of popular cities Oxford, Cambridge and Birmingham.
The site of an ancient stone circle proves that people first settled in the Luton over 7000 years ago and the town was thriving as a trading post by the time of its entry into the Doomsday records. The brewing and the hat trades helped the population to swell and the town’s museums and heritage trails help visitors find out more about the area’s fascinating past. Wardown Park Museum holds an internationally respected collection of hat and lace making memorabilia and a superb interactive display allowing visitors to travel through time from Luton’s earliest days to modern times. Stockwood Craft Museum explores rural life in Bedfordshire and holds the Mossman Collection of horse drawn vehicles.
For entertainment the hat Factory arts centre provides a variety of theatre, music, comedy, cinema and dance performances and workshops. Luton Library Theatre also hosts contemporary and traditional arts that reflect our multi-cultural community. Right in the centre of town the Galaxy Centre features a multi-screen cinema, bowling, bingo, nightclub and several restaurants. Our events calendar is equally varied, Europe’s largest one-day carnival, a week long St Patrick’s festival, Mela, free fireworks display, music in the parks and even a marathon all take place every year.
With over 200 pubs, bars and restaurants it’s easy to find food and drink to your taste. Cuisine ranges from traditional British fayre to high quality Indian, Chinese, Greek, Italian, Thai, French and even Polish restaurants. Pubs and bars also vary from busy and modern to quiet and traditional. Many provide live music and entertainment.
Shopping in Luton is an experience in itself. Bury Park’s ethnic food, clothing and craft stores are wonderful to explore whilst the town centre provides a mix of high street names and independent boutiques and Luton’s markets are great for bargain hunting.
Local hotels provide a good standard of accommodation convenient for the airport, rail and road connections and providing excellent value for money. Population 185,000

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Crusader Book Centre
Premier Books & Prints
Waterstones Booksellers Ltd
ZIM Computers LTD
Sports Soccer
Flower Shop
Marguerite's
Whoopsie Daisies
Boots
Fresh Caribbean Cuisine Limited
Early Learning Centre
Wyevale Garden Centre
Pets Corner
Rashads Flooring Warehouse
Dorothy Perkins
Allder
La Chicque Footwear
Perlui
Evans
J D Sports

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Staples
Foye Gallery
Ivy House Floral Designs
H Samuel
Ernest Jones
Peacocks
Homebase
Mothercare
Superdrug
B&Q
The Hobby Ceramics Centre
Inspirecraft
Kayte's Needlecrafts
Lucy's Books
The Works
Berach Books & Gifts Ltd
Vinyl Revelations
Whelans Butchers
Holloway Butchers
O'Brien Butchers

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H Collins
Colvens Butchers
G P Taylor
Denbigh Pharmacy
Westbourne Pharmacy
Makan's Pharmacy
Christopher White & Jones Pharmacy
Bishopscote Chemist
Featherfield Pharmacy
The Mall Pharmacy
Williams Dispensing Chemist
Acorn Chemist
Sundon Park Pharmacy
101 Computer Games
Final Fantasy Strategy War Games
Just Gaga Ltd
Jillani
Begees-Dattco Ltd
Toys & Clothes Ltd
The Baby Shop

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ABC Nursery Supplies Ltd
New Punjab Silk Store
Peters Ladies Wear
Sana Fashions
Stylewear Fashion Ltd
Misha Boutique
Earley's
Twinkle Fashions
Frolic Boutique
Elenis Ladies Fashions
Luton Sari Centre
Dress to Impress
Jean City
Raw Designer Clothing
Baron Jon
Wallpaper World & Paints
Brians DIY
Plumbs DIY
ACS Electrical Supplies
Joe Graham & Son Ltd

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BrightHouse
Noah Enterprise Furniture Shop
Smart Cartridge
Highsoft Computers
Natasia Handbags & Accesories
Denbies Accessories Ltd
Jean's of Luton
Heaven Scent Floral Designs
The Flower Gallery
Fox's of Luton
Silver Birch Florist
Aroma Florist
Roses'N Buds Ltd
Elita Flora
Flowers from the Heart
The Golden Crust Bakers
Don Millers Hot Bread Kitchen
Annie's Bakery
Sands Bakery & Sandwhich Bar
The Rolls Bakery

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Ambala Sweet Centre
Robby's Cake Shop
The Brown Owl
Delicatessen
Bhaker Tropical Foods
Foodhall Delicatessen
Luton Fish Market Ltd
Round Green Fruiterers
Haji & Sons
Al Farooq Foods
Bradley Stores
Bangla Bazaar
Henry's
Barton Hill Convenience Store
Brothers Food Store
Seymour Stores
Bhavins Food Store
D H Wines
Stopsley Wine
Rockley Food & Wine

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The Fountain
Suzies Sulkies
Giftique Enterprises
Steve Hilliard Hairdressing
The Head Shed
The Cutting Corner
Enzo Hairdressers
Diva Hair & Beauty
Unique Hair
Hair Illusions
Benedict Hairdressing
Hair Design by Donna Hillsden
Joseph's Hairdressing Salon
Samrah Hair & Beauty
Martin Hunt Hair Design
The Healing Space
Libra Beauty
Shona Claire Professional Beauty Salon
Peaches & Cream Beauty
High Style Furniture

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Home Furnishings
Gerards
Maxim Jewellers
The Silver Lining
Kashmir Jewellers
Beaverbrooks the Jewellers Ltd
Laurence Ian Jewellers
Urban Jewellery
The Watch Hospital Ltd
Anna Dora Jewellery
Mirpur Jewellers
Matthaws & Sons
Best Deal Mobiles
Mobile City Communications
Mega Mobiles
A C Drums
Luton Optical Centre
Brown & White (Opticians) Ltd
Malcolm Pollock
Elcott Opticians

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Kanzaria Opticians
Whipperleys Military & Outdoor
56-66 Dunstable Road
Bloomfield Cycles
My Bike Shop
Treats 4 U
Party Party
Just Cards
Bonny Balloons
Best Wishes
Paul's Pet & Garden Supplies
TBF Petfoods
Dashing Dogs
Barrett & Coe Photography
Delphi Photography Services
Lorell Photographics
Priceless Shoes
Feet on the Ground
Modern Footwear
Senorita

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Schuh Ltd
Classy Cobbler
Fitness Factors
Pullum Sports
Luton Town Football Club (Shop)
First Sport
Sports World
Amsons
Partners the Stationers
DBF Crosswinds Ltd
Remdex UK Ltd
Curry Food Store
Goldsmiths
Dreams
Twisted Tongues
Rowlands Pharmacy
Hallmark Cards
J J B Sports
Continental Food Store
River Island

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Topman
Topshop
BHS
Unit 100/102, Cheapside

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Abacus Antiques
A & A Antiques
Archer Antiques
Buy-Gones Antiques

Activities

Beecroft BMX Club Dunstable(Cycling)
Chinese Kuoshu Institute(Martial Arts)
Lee Leisure Shooting School(Shooting)

Places to Stay near Luton

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Cockhaven Manor Hotel (2.23 miles)

Welcome to Cockhaven Manor at Bishopsteignton; this lovely welcoming establishment welcome you to our well situated guest house that provides you with a relaxing/ atmospheric dining area; vibrant accommodation and available function room. Our Bishop ... More | visit website

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Passage House Hotel (2.67 miles)

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Positioned on the northern bank of the River Teign, this hotel with spa facilities has commanding panoramic views of the mouth of the estuary. Passage House Hotel was built on the ... More

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Sampsons Hotel & Restaurant (3.19 miles)

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Our thatched farmhouse is older than Shakespeare! Sampsons provides the perfect retreat in which to relax and unwind. Built in the 1500s, the house features medieval oak beams and ... More

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The Sail Loft (3.34 miles)

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Luxury apartment situated in a peaceful semi rural location in the village of Ringmore, Shaldon, South Devon. Two minute walk to the estuary and five minutes to the seaside resort ... More

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Cliffden Hotel (3.45 miles)

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The Cliffden Hotel is a mere 200 yards from one of the finest blue flagged beaches in South Devon. Complete with a 15 metre heated indoor swimming pool and seven ... More

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Potters Mooring Hotel (3.46 miles)

Potters Mooring was formerly a sea captains residence and dates from 1625 when Shaldon was a small fishing community. Today Potters Mooring has been lovingly refurbished to the highest standards whilst retaining it's quiet charm ... More | visit website

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Thornhill Hotel (3.56 miles)

An elegant Georgian building, with residential licence, comprising 9 comfortable well-appointed bedrooms,each furnished with flat screen TV. Where you will receive a warm welcome and you will be assured of a comfortable and relaxing stay. ... More | visit website

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Lyme Bay House (3.71 miles)

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Lyme Bay House is a friendly and comfortable licensed Guest House centrally situated and close to the centre of the historic South Devon town of Dawlish. It is only 11 ... More

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Ness House (3.90 miles)

The Ness House is an elegant Georgian hotel situated on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Shaldon. Overlooking the Teign Estuary with magnificent views of Teignmouth and the beautiful unspoilt Devon Coastline. All twelve ... More | visit website

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The Ness (3.90 miles)

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Welcome to The Ness, an elegant Georgian Hotel located on the beautiful south Devon Coastline.Situated overlooking the mouth of the Teign Estuary, we are just 50 yards from a wildlife ... More

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Places to Stay near Luton

Cockhaven Manor Hotel (2.23 miles)

Passage House Hotel (2.67 miles)

Sampsons Hotel & Restaurant (3.19 miles)

The Sail Loft (3.34 miles)

Cliffden Hotel (3.45 miles)

Potters Mooring Hotel (3.46 miles)

Thornhill Hotel (3.56 miles)

Lyme Bay House (3.71 miles)

Ness House (3.90 miles)

The Ness (3.90 miles)

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