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Shopping & local businesses

Independent shops, trades and services around the village.

Great Bentley has a mixture of independent businesses, tradespeople and services both around the village and at the Plough Road Centre.

Rather than trying to list them all here, you can explore our local directory to find:

  • Tradespeople
  • Food & drink
  • Shops
  • Automotive services
  • Health & beauty
  • Professional services
  • Home & garden businesses
  • Other local services

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More in the guide

Getting around Trains, buses and driving connections for Great Bentley. The Village Green The huge green at the heart of village life. Eating & drinking Pubs, cafés, takeaways and nearby places to eat. Rubbish & recycling Calendar B collections for October 2026 to March 2027. Moving to Great Bentley A practical checklist for new residents. Clubs, groups & community Sport, societies and ways to get involved. What's on Markets, fairs, club nights and village dates. Useful local information Transport, waste, healthcare, schools and contacts.

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