Kensworth

Kensworth is a village and civil parish located in the Central Bedfordshire district of Bedfordshire, England. It is situated near the border with Hertfordshire, close to Dunstable and Luton.

The village has a history dating back to at least the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is recorded as "Chenesworde." The name likely derives from Old English, potentially meaning "Cēna's enclosure" or "the enclosure of a person named Cēna."

Kensworth possesses a variety of local amenities, including a village hall, a church (St. Mary's), a primary school, and several public houses. The surrounding area is largely agricultural, with areas of woodland and open countryside.

The Icknield Way, a prehistoric trackway, passes nearby, highlighting the area's long history of human activity. Kensworth is also within commuting distance of London, making it a popular residential area for those working in the capital.