The Area: Ashford, Middlesex

Where Is Ashford And Why Is It Popular?

Ashford is a town and suburb of London almost entirely in Surrey; it is not far from London Heathrow Airport which makes it a popular location for people travelling overseas for work on a regular basis and those working in the aviation industries and the distribution of air freight. Ashford is also on the Waterloo to Reading line allowing easy access to London for those looking to commute to the city for work.

Education in Ashford

There are 9 primary schools in Ashford including St Michaels Roman Catholic Primary School which came 4^th in the top English and mathematics schools in the county. There is the Thomas Knyvett College and St James Senior Boys School as the two secondary schools in Ashford however there are more secondary schools in the nearby towns.

What to Do In Ashford?

There are loads to see and do in Ashford and surrounding areas with a multiple of attractions and days out literally on your doorstep such as Legoland and Thorpe Park where you can purchase annual passes to make regular visits even cheaper.

Windsor Castle, Windsor Great Park and Hampton Court Palace also offer incredible days out for the whole family while water lovers will enjoy the numerous boat trips and duck tours that offer a difference view of your local area. Ashford also takes pride in its selection of local museums and galleries that people will travel for miles to see; yet you can find them on your doorstep when you live in Ashford.

Who May I See In Ashford?

Ashford is the hometown of many famous and successful people including Olympic gold medal winners Sarah Ayton, Greg Searle and Sarah Webb along with Britain’s Got Talent winners Spellbound. TV Stars Russell Grant and Bobby Davro also once called Ashford home as did footballers Roger Johnson, Scott Rendell and Phil Younghusband.