City Living & Commuter Hub

• Key Areas: CMK (The Hub), Oldbrook, Bradwell Common, Conniburrow, Campbell Park.
• The Vibe: Modern, energetic, and connected.
• What to Do: High-end dining at The Hub, shopping at centre:mk, or catching a train to London in under 35 minutes.

• Oldbrook – 

  The estate is well served by shops on Oldbrook Boulevard, with two small units, one a newsagent, the other a mini supermarket. The local centre at the western end of the Boulevard has a large supermarket (Lidl), with ample off-road parking. Duckworth Court has a number of retail outlets including Majestic Wines, Refine Lighting, Kitchen Matters, Bathroom Store, Pizza Hut, Maryam Hairdresser and Teeth in Line (Orthodontist). It is also home to Ducklings Nursery and the Cricketers Public House. Oldbrook Community Centre and Oldbrook Green are managed by the Community Council.

  The estate is served by Oldbrook First School, Illingworth Place, Oldbrook, MK6 2N.

• Bradwell Common –

  Bradwell Common is a residential district and urban locality in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, situated just north-west of the city centre. [1, 2, 3]
  Key Features and Community
  • Central Location: It is within easy walking distance of Central Milton Keynes, offering residents quick access to the Centre:MK shopping centre, the Theatre District, and the main train station, which connects to London Euston in roughly 35 minutes.
  • Housing and History: The area was developed in the late 1960s and 70s as part of the Milton Keynes “new town” expansion. It is famously the site of the Homeworld ’81 housing exhibition, which showcased experimental architectural designs.
  • Green Spaces: True to the original “garden city” ethos, it features numerous green spaces and is highly walkable, with leisure trails connecting it to other districts.
  • Community Hub: The Bradwell Common Community Centre serves as a central point for local events, hosting activities like pre-school, dance classes, and martial arts.
  • Nearby Attractions
    • Bradwell Abbey: A historic site and scheduled monument featuring the 14th-century Chapel of St Mary. It is also home to the Milton Keynes City Discovery Centre.
    • Bradwell Village: Adjacent to the common, this older village features the 13th-century St Lawrence’s Church and traditional character.
    • Bradwell Windmill: A landmark Grade II-listed tower mill located nearby in Bradville, currently undergoing significant restoration.

* Conniburrow –

• Conniburrow Family Centre: Offers a wide range of services for families with children aged 0-18, including family breakfasts, youth drop-ins, and neurodivergent family support groups.
• Conniburrow Community Centre: A versatile venue used for community groups, sports, and private events like wedding celebrations.
• Big Local Conniburrow: A resident-led, lottery-funded group dedicated to building social cohesion and improving the physical environment of the estate.
• Conniburrow Park: A local green space that recently received innovative play equipment designed to appeal to a wide age group.

• Average Prices: Over the last year, properties sold for an average of £232,000.
  • Terraced Houses: ~£260,000
  • Semi-detached Houses: ~£305,000
  • Flats: ~£103,000
• Location Benefits: It is popular with families and commuters due to its walking distance to the city centre and easy access to the M1 and A5.

• Post Office: A Drop + Collect Post Office is located on Conniburrow Boulevard, open daily from 09:00 until 23:00 (10:00 start on Sundays).
  
• Neighbourhoods: It sits between areas like Bradwell Common, Downs Barn, and Central Milton Keynes.

*Campbell Park –

Campbell Park is the primary city-centre park in Milton Keynes, connecting the main retail district to the Grand Union Canal. Spanning roughly 100 acres, it is a Grade II listed landscape celebrated for its innovative 20th-century design, which blends formal gardens with wilder pastoral areas. 

• The Belvedere & Light Pyramid: Scale the belvedere mound for panoramic views across Bedfordshire. At its peak sits the Light Pyramid, a beacon lit for national celebrations.
• Milton Keynes Rose: A large public space used for commemoration and community events, featuring inscribed pillars that mark various significant dates.
• Public Art: The park is home to over 12 sculptures, including iconic pieces like Chain Reaction.
• Amphitheatre: An outdoor auditorium that can host up to 5,000 people for festivals, theatre, and concerts.
• Active Spaces: Includes a first-class cricket pitch, off-road cycle trails, and easy access to the Grand Union Canal for walking or narrowboat viewing.

• Opening Hours: The park is open 24 hours daily and is free to enter.
• Parking: Free car parking is available at the Canalside (off Silbury Boulevard) and Cricket Pavilion car parks. For major events, visitors are often directed to the centre:mk multi-storey car park.
• Accessibility: Most of the park features all-weather paths, though some areas have steep gradients.
• Facilities: There are no public toilets within the park itself; the nearest facilities are located in centre:mk or at the MK Gallery.

• MK Jeans Carnival: An annual family-friendly Afro-Caribbean community celebration on Saturday 23 May.
• Zimbabwe Heritage Festival: A vibrant cultural showcase taking place on Saturday 30 May.
• Guided Walks: Various Walking Festival events often start or pass through the park, such as the Public Art & Architecture walk