Dancers Hill

Settlement in Middlesex Hertsmere

England

Dancers Hill

Traffic queue at junction 23 on the M25 Credit: Rob Purvis

Dancers Hill is a small suburban area located in the county of Middlesex, England. Situated approximately 15 miles northwest of central London, it falls within the borough of Barnet. The area is known for its peaceful atmosphere and picturesque surroundings, making it an attractive place for both residents and visitors.

Dancers Hill is primarily a residential area, characterized by its large detached houses and spacious gardens. The properties in this area often boast stunning views of the surrounding countryside, adding to the overall charm of the neighborhood. The streets are lined with well-maintained trees and green spaces, contributing to the serene ambiance.

Despite its tranquil setting, Dancers Hill benefits from its proximity to various amenities and transport links. Nearby towns such as Potters Bar and Barnet offer a range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, ensuring that residents have easy access to all necessary conveniences. The area also benefits from excellent transport connections, with several bus routes and train stations located within a short distance, providing access to central London and other parts of the country.

For nature enthusiasts, Dancers Hill offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. The surrounding countryside is dotted with picturesque walking trails, where residents can enjoy the beauty of the landscape and indulge in peaceful strolls. The nearby Hadley Wood Golf Club provides a haven for golf enthusiasts, offering a challenging course amidst stunning scenery.

Overall, Dancers Hill in Middlesex offers a serene and idyllic setting, combining the tranquility of the countryside with the convenience of nearby amenities and transport links.

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Dancers Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.679788/-0.218007 or Grid Reference TQ2399. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Traffic queue at junction 23 on the M25

Rob Purvis

Wash Lane bridge

Spanning Bentley Heath Brook at the rear of South Mimms Motorway services.

Anthony Vosper

Decorative iron work

A gateway on Wash lane at the rear of South Mimms motorway services.

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Mimshall Brook at Wash Lane Common

Looking like a normal muddy stream here, the Mimshall Brook is actually quite an unusual river. About 4kms north of here in all but high flow conditions it will sink below the surface through swallow holes to continue its journey underground.

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Footbridge over the Mimshall Brook

Taking a footpath over a small river on the Wash Lane Common nature reserve.

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Wash Lane Common Nature Reserve

Not many motorway service areas can offer a small nature reserve out at the back as a place to stretch your legs during a journey. At South Mimms Services on the M25 a short path takes you into this park where you can have quite a long walk if you're not in a hurry.

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South Mimms Services

The western end of this large building is in TL2200. As motorway services go, South Mimms is quite a pleasant one.

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Car Chargers at South Mimms Services

Sited in a quiet part of the parking area, this looks more restful than at the filling station a short distance away.

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Pizza Express, Welcome Break South Mimms

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South Mimms services car park

The car park at South Mimms services.

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Clockwise M25 approaching Bignell's Corner (Junction 23)

Bignell's Corner (also known as South Mimms Interchange) is a large three-level roundabout interchange providing full access between the M25, A1(M), A1081, South Mimms services and local roads. It is junction 1 of the A1(M) and junction 23 of the M25 (Link

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London Orbital Motorway at Bignell's Corner (South Mimms Interchange)

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M25 near to Potters Bar

Officially named the London Orbital and frequently derided as nothing more than a very big car park, the M25 is a 117-mile orbital motorway that encircles London; one of the world's biggest ring roads (Europe's second longest orbital road after the Berliner Ring, which is 122 miles). It is not, however, a continuous loop of motorway as the Dartford Crossing section (comprising the Dartford Tunnels and the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge) over the Thames and its approach roads are designated as the A282. Constructed between 1975 and 1986, the M25 is reputedly the most expensive motorway Britain ever built, costing a total of £909m or roughly £7.5m per mile, but at the time of its planning, the demand for the road was considerably underestimated so that when it was finally completed in 1986, it was already out of date. Demand outstripped capacity within a few years and ever since then it's been very heavily congested. The M25 is one of the UK’s busiest motorways, carrying up to 200,000 vehicles and 10,000 HGVs per day (AADT - Annual Average Daily Traffic flow) on the section near to Heathrow Airport. Since its opening in the 1980s, the southern, western and eastern sections have been widened to largely dual four lane (D4M) standard, but much of the motorway retains its dual three lane road (D3M) cross-section as originally built. The M25 was home to England's first Variable Speed Limits on motorways between the A3 and M4 in the early 1990s. Link

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M25 overbridge at J23

The M25 is a 117 mile orbital motorway that encircles London. It was constructed between 1975 and 1986. The motorway is not a continuous loop as a section to the East of London at The Dartford Crossing is an A-Road. Wikipedia; Link

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Joining the A1(M)

The A1 is the longest numbered road in the UK at 410 miles long. It connects London with Edinburgh, via the east of England. For much of its path it follows the Great North Road the old coaching route between London and Edinburgh. Several sections of the route are classified as motorway A1(M). The modern A1 bypasses the towns the Great North Road passed through and is dual carriageway for most of its route through England.

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