Dagnall

Settlement in Buckinghamshire

England

Dagnall

Whipsnade Zoo The white rhinos are in a large paddock and this represents generally the rural scene.Ok if you have a car. — Whipsnade Zoo Credit: Jack Hill

Dagnall is a small village and civil parish located in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated in the Chiltern Hills, it lies approximately 3 miles north of the town of Berkhamsted in Hertfordshire. Dagnall is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with the Ashridge Estate and the Dunstable Downs nearby, providing scenic views and ample opportunities for outdoor activities.

The village itself has a population of around 500 people, and it retains a charming rural character. Dagnall is known for its historic buildings, including St. Peter's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church features a striking spire and is a Grade II listed building, attracting visitors interested in its architectural heritage.

Amenities in Dagnall are limited, with a small village hall serving as a community hub for local events and activities. There is also a primary school, providing education for children in the area. For further amenities, residents typically rely on nearby towns such as Berkhamsted or Dunstable.

The village benefits from its location within a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with numerous walking and cycling routes in the surrounding countryside. The Ashridge Estate, managed by the National Trust, offers extensive woodland and parkland for visitors to explore.

Dagnall provides a tranquil and picturesque setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle, while still being within commuting distance of larger towns and cities in Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire.

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Dagnall Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.837922/-0.563333 or Grid Reference SP9916. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Whipsnade Zoo

The white rhinos are in a large paddock and this represents generally the rural scene.Ok if you have a car.

Jack Hill

Herts / Beds border

The green track crossing this field is the footpath that follows the Herts Beds border for 100 yards or so. By the time the path reached the trees on the far side it has re-entered Beds .

Robin Hall

Whipsnade golf course

The Icknield way runs directly across this golf course. Whilst crossing it we were told that jeans are not permitted on the course! Must remember to bring a change of clothes next time we're out walking this way. (As a golfer myself, I wish we could shake off this image - Robin)

Robin Hall

Deer at Whipsnade zoo.

This is the view of the deer that you get if you don't pay the entrance fee. Closer but behind fences. This was taken from the Icknield Way Path. Anyway, what do they think they are looking at?

Robin Hall

Whipsnade Zoo Elephant Enclosure

Mother and child enjoying a light rain shower at Whipsnade.

David Sands

Whipsnade Zoo

Otters posing for a team picture.

David Sands

Bactrian Camel, Whipsnade

In thick dark winter coat, and faking it to look like it only has one hump!

Stanley Howe

Wallaby, Whipsnade Zoo

These critturs had gone feral around the Whipsnade area by 1979. This one though preferred to sit on one of the few bits of snow-free ground inside the zoo. For a guess it is a Red-necked Wallaby (Micropus rufogriseus).

Stanley Howe

Dromedary, Whipsnade

Trying to puzzle out why the 'sand' here is all white, and feigning to look like he has more than one hump.

Stanley Howe

Herd of Chital, Whipsnade

The size contrast between the sexes, and the spots on the male, seem to indicate they are Axis axis.

Stanley Howe

Winter at Whipsnade

Bar-headed Geese (Anser indicus) from the Tibetan plateau introduce a pair of Australian Black Swans (Cygnus atratus) to the pleasures of snow and ice.

Stanley Howe

Narrow-gauge steamer in hibernation

One of the locomotives on the Whipsnade Zoo railway, wrapped up for winter in January 1979. See Link

Stanley Howe

Rhino Enclosure Whipsnade Zoo

Anthony Parkes

Crossing of B440 and B489 ahead

The B489 more or less follows the ancient Icknield Way.

Robin Webster

B440 Main Road North

Towards Edlesborough and Leighton Buzzard.

Robin Webster

B440 Main Road North

Towards Edlesborough and Leighton Buzzard.

Robin Webster

Roundabout, Dagnall

Looking from the B4506 from Berkhamsted, which continues over the roundabout towards Dunstable. Left, the B440 to Leighton Buzzard, right, the B440 to Hemel Hempsted.

Robin Webster