Eastcotts Parish consists of the villages of Cotton End and Shortstown, and the hamlets of Harrowden and Herring's Green. It is situated to the south-east of Bedford, with the A600 road running through it. It is one of the oldest parishes, created in 1894. It boasts two village halls, a Baptist Church, two pubs, two schools, two huge airship sheds which can be seen for miles around, Shocott Spring - a new woodland being created as part of the Forest of Marston Vale - and has Elstow Brook running through the northern end. There are 6 farms in the parish, as well as the established Exeter Wood. The total number of people on the electoral roll in January 2010 is 2,247: 605 in Cotton End and 1642 in Shortstown and Harrowden.
Cotton End Baptist Church
Shortstown Airship Sheds
Old Harrowden Road
- A Playbuilder Project grant has been awarded to the Parish towards building an adventure playground area in Cotton End for older children. After the 2nd consultation on 20th March with young people, parents and neighbours, the final design will be drawn up. Work should begin on the area by the end of April.
- There are currently vacancies for two Parish Councillors. For more details, contact the Clerk to the Parish Council on 01234 853398 or clerk@eastcottsparishcouncil.org.uk
