Buddhism in Milton Keynes

MK was one of the first places in the UK to trial autonomous driverless pods on its pavements and public paths.

Stony Stratford is the origin of the phrase "Cock and Bull story" — two rival pubs, two rival tales.

Milton Keynes was built on top of at least 13 ancient villages, many listed in the Domesday Book.

While local legend claims there are over 1,000 roundabouts, MK actually has around 130 — which is still one of the highest concentrations per square mile anywhere in the UK.

The grid road system means you can cross the entire city without hitting a single traffic light.

MK's redway cycle network stretches over 150 miles — you can cycle across the city without touching a road.

Over 90 languages are spoken in Milton Keynes, making it one of the UK's most diverse cities.

Milton Keynes is the home of the Red Bull Racing Formula One team, who design and build their championship-winning cars at their massive local campus.

"Amazing Grace" was written by John Newton in Olney — now part of the MK borough.

Bletchley Park codebreakers are estimated to have shortened World War II by at least two years.

MK is just 35 minutes from London Euston — faster than travelling across many London boroughs.

MK is one of the fastest growing cities in the UK, adding thousands of new residents every single year.

The Concrete Cows have been stolen, painted and dressed up dozens of times since 1978.

Campbell Park contains over 20 permanent public art installations you can visit for free.

The UK’s very first fully integrated American-style multiplex cinema, The Point, opened in Milton Keynes in 1985, revolutionising how the country watched movies.

The Peace Pagoda at Willen Lake is one of only two in the entire UK.

MK has over 22 million trees — more per resident than almost any other UK city.

The National Bowl has hosted some of the world's biggest artists — from The Rolling Stones to Eminem.

Milton Keynes is home to the world’s largest fleet of autonomous delivery robots.

Stadium MK, home to Milton Keynes Dons, was designed to the highest UEFA standards

MK was one of the first places in the UK to trial autonomous driverless pods on its pavements and public paths.

Stony Stratford is the origin of the phrase "Cock and Bull story" — two rival pubs, two rival tales.

Milton Keynes was built on top of at least 13 ancient villages, many listed in the Domesday Book.

While local legend claims there are over 1,000 roundabouts, MK actually has around 130 — which is still one of the highest concentrations per square mile anywhere in the UK.

The grid road system means you can cross the entire city without hitting a single traffic light.

MK's redway cycle network stretches over 150 miles — you can cycle across the city without touching a road.

Over 90 languages are spoken in Milton Keynes, making it one of the UK's most diverse cities.

Milton Keynes is the home of the Red Bull Racing Formula One team, who design and build their championship-winning cars at their massive local campus.

"Amazing Grace" was written by John Newton in Olney — now part of the MK borough.

Bletchley Park codebreakers are estimated to have shortened World War II by at least two years.

MK is just 35 minutes from London Euston — faster than travelling across many London boroughs.

MK is one of the fastest growing cities in the UK, adding thousands of new residents every single year.

The Concrete Cows have been stolen, painted and dressed up dozens of times since 1978.

Campbell Park contains over 20 permanent public art installations you can visit for free.

The UK’s very first fully integrated American-style multiplex cinema, The Point, opened in Milton Keynes in 1985, revolutionising how the country watched movies.

The Peace Pagoda at Willen Lake is one of only two in the entire UK.

MK has over 22 million trees — more per resident than almost any other UK city.

The National Bowl has hosted some of the world's biggest artists — from The Rolling Stones to Eminem.

Milton Keynes is home to the world’s largest fleet of autonomous delivery robots.

Stadium MK, home to Milton Keynes Dons, was designed to the highest UEFA standards