Harrold is an attractive limestone village of around 1,500 people, but it’s best features are out of town.
Harrold bridge is a popular put-in point for kayak and paddleboarders while the adjoining Country Park offers walks around the former gravel pit turned nature reserve.
Harrold has two pubs, the Muntjac, which is recommended for curry, and the Oakley Arms, which apparently is where Paul McCartney first sang Hey Jude.
There’s also a Co-op for general provisions.
There a several places registered with airbnb and it’s also worth a search on booking.com
The No 25 bus from Harrold goes to Bedford via Stevington and Pavenham, which is on the walking route.