Dunstable Facilities & Services

Dunstable is a market town located in Bedfordshire, England, known for its historic roots dating back to medieval times. It is home to various landmarks, including the Priory Church, which dates back to the 12th century, as well as Whipsnade Zoo, one of the largest zoos in the UK. Dunstable also has a bustling market square and a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafes for both locals and visitors to enjoy. Additionally, if its outdoor activities your looking for and to see beautiful scenery, Dunstable Downs is the perfect place to go. Dunstable is also situated on the edge of the Chiltern Hills, which provides opportunities for outdoor activities and to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

Places of worship

We have a dedicated page with a full list of local places of worship.

Local Police Stations

Luton Police Station (Bedfordshire Police)
Buxton Road
Luton
Bedfordshire
LU1 1SD

Luton Police station (British Transport Police)
Platform 5
Luton Station
Luton
LU1 2HF

Post Office 

Dunstable have a number of post offices. To find your closest post office, check opening times and facilities click here

Royal Mail - Delivery Office is located at 59 High Street North, Dunstable, LU6 1JH 

Opening Hours:  
Saturday 8 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed
Monday 8–10 am
Tuesday 8–10 am
Wednesday 8–10 am
Thursday 8–10 am
Friday 8–10 am

Libraries 

Dunstable Library - The Dunstable Centre, Dunstable LU5 4JD

Opening Hours:

Saturday 9 am–4 pm
Sunday 9 am–4 pm
Monday 9 am–6 pm
Tuesday 9 am–6 pm
Wednesday 9 am–6 pm
Thursday 9 am–6 pm
Friday 9 am–6 pm

Houghton Regis Library - Bedford Square, Tithe Farm Rd, Houghton Regis, Dunstable LU5 5ES

Opening Hours:

Saturday 9 am–4 pm
Sunday Closed
Monday Closed
Tuesday 9 am–6 pm
Wednesday 9 am–6 pm
Thursday 9 am–6 pm
Friday 9 am–6 pm

Public Toilet and baby changing

Ashton Square Toilets
Ashton Square Car Park
Dunstable
LU6 3SN

Facilities include male and female toilets, disabled access and baby change in both male and female toilets.

Monday to Saturday from 9.30 am to 5.30 pm, excluding Bank Holidays. (Please note that the toilets are not open on Sundays or bank holidays)

Luton - Dunstable Bus Way

The Luton-Dunstable Busway allows Luton to be reached from Houghton Regis and Dunstable in less than 30 minutes, putting Luton’s employment opportunities, airport and fast London trains within easy reach of Central Bedfordshire residents in Houghton Regis, Dunstable and the surrounding villages. To download the Luton-Dunstable busway map click here.

The main part of the busway network is the specially constructed guideway between Houghton Regis, Dunstable and Luton town centres, with the route continuing on-road to London Luton Airport, stopping near Luton Airport Parkway station.

The busway provides 6.1 miles of segregated bus-only road, with a concrete track along a 4.8-mile section to take the two small guide wheels fitted at the front of standard buses, so vehicles can be guided along smoothly and hands-free at speeds of up to 50mph.

Dunstable Food Banks

Dunstable Food bank works on a referral system and therefore you will need a food bank voucher (red paper voucher, or E-Voucher code) from a referral agency that can be redeemed for a food parcel at one of our centres. If you don’t have a voucher, please contact one of the food banks main referral partners who can offer you help and support for your financial situation as well as referring you to us with a foodbank voucher. Dunstable food banks supports clients in LU5 and LU6 postcodes only.  

There are currently four food bank locations in Dunstable:

1. New life church, 80a Houghton Road, Dunstable, LU5 5AD - Open Monday 14:00 - 16:00 and Wednesday  10:00 - 12:00
2. The Way, Christ Church, West Street Dunstable, LU6 1SX - Open Tuesday 14:30 - 16:30 and Friday 12:30 - 14:30
3. St Augustines Church, Oakwood Avenue, Dunstable, LU5 4AR - Open Thursday 09:30 - 11:30
4. Houghton Regis Baptist Church, Hammersmith Gardens, Houghton Regis, LU5 5RG - Open Thursday 13:30 - 15:30

Citizens Advice Dunstable

Citizens Advice Dunstable give free, independent, impartial and confidential advice and information on a range of subjects including: Benefits, housing and council tax benefits, Consumer Rights and issues, Debt and money advice, Family and relationships, Housing, Legal issues and Employment. The Advisers will research your options and look at the possible outcomes of different courses of action. They will not tell you what to do but encourage you to make your own decisions. They will help you to make informed decisions by advising on your specific needs and giving you the facts on which to base those decisions. Our Advisers use all the latest information so that you are armed with the best and most accurate advice.There's a number of different ways you can contact Citizens advice you can visit them in person at the address below, call them on 01582 670003, via email or online.

The Dunstable Centre,
Court Drive
Dunstable
Bedfordshire
LU5 4JD

Household Waste & Recycling Centre

Proof of address is required when attending the household waste and recycling centres as they are only open for residents in the local area. Open 7 days a week, from 9am to 5pm – with some changes to opening hours over the Christmas and New Year period. Tidy tips are open on all other bank holidays. Depending on the type of vehicle you drive you may need a permit to enter, Visit the Central Bedfordshire website to find out more. Dunstable's closest Waste Recycling Centre is located at:

Thorn Turn Household Waste Recycling Centre
Grendall Lane (off Thorn Road)
Houghton Regis
Bedfordshire
LU5 6GJ 

To find more locations in Central Bedfordshire, find a full list of what is accepted/not accepted at the tidy tip and how to apply for a permit please visit the Central Bedfordshire website.

New centre bus service

A new Centre bus service which launched in March 2024 runs from Luton through Dunstable to Whipsnade Zoo during the school holidays. The timetable can be found here. Whipsnade Zoo are also offering an amazing discount of 50% off tickets purchased at the gate if you travel to the zoo via bus or train. to find out more please visit the Whipsnade Zoo website. - information correct at the time of publishing.