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Ashingdon

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Ashingdon

Footpath near Lowlands Farm, Ashingdon
Footpath near Lowlands Farm, Ashingdon Credit: Roger Jones

Ashingdon is a small village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated approximately 40 miles east of London, it falls within the Rochford district. The village is nestled in a rural setting, surrounded by picturesque countryside and farmland.

Ashingdon has a rich historical background, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Iron Age. The village is perhaps best known for its connection to the historic Battle of Ashingdon, which took place in 1016 between the Anglo-Saxons and the Vikings. This battle is believed to have been a significant event in the struggle for control of the English throne.

Today, Ashingdon maintains its rural charm with a small population. The village is characterized by quaint cottages, a traditional parish church, and a handful of local amenities such as a village hall, a primary school, and a pub. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities and scenic walks.

Despite its small size, Ashingdon benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. The nearby town of Rochford provides additional amenities and transport links, including a railway station with regular services to London and Southend-on-Sea. The village is also conveniently located near the A127 road, facilitating easy access to other parts of Essex and beyond.

Overall, Ashingdon offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while still enjoying the convenience of nearby urban areas.

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Ashingdon Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.60742/0.691447 or Grid Reference TQ8693. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Footpath near Lowlands Farm, Ashingdon
Footpath near Lowlands Farm, Ashingdon
View from church car park, Ashingdon
View from church car park, Ashingdon
Trees on edge of field, Ashingdon
Trees on edge of field, Ashingdon
Pond on Ashingdon Public Footpath No. 10 It's 15 plus years since I last photographed this pond <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/219838">TQ8594 : Green Pond</a> - it looks a bit fresher now
Pond on Ashingdon Public Footpath No. 10
It's 15 plus years since I last photographed this pond TQ8594 : Green Pond - it looks a bit fresher now
Stained glass window war memorial, St Mary's Church, Hawkwell WWI memorial located on the eastern flank wall. The central panel contains the inscription: I ASCEND UNTO MY FATHER AND YOUR FATHER IN MEMORY OF THE FALLEN IN THE GREAT WAR 1914-18 BY THE PARISHIONERS
Stained glass window war memorial, St Mary's Church, Hawkwell
WWI memorial located on the eastern flank wall. The central panel contains the inscription: I ASCEND UNTO MY FATHER AND YOUR FATHER IN MEMORY OF THE FALLEN IN THE GREAT WAR 1914-18 BY THE PARISHIONERS
WWI memorial tablet, St Mary's Church, Hawkwell Marble tablet commemorating the service of Thomas Wright Flavell, who was killed at Gallipoli. The rector who showed me the memorial told me that Mr Flavell was killed two days after arriving at Gallipoli.
WWI memorial tablet, St Mary's Church, Hawkwell
Marble tablet commemorating the service of Thomas Wright Flavell, who was killed at Gallipoli. The rector who showed me the memorial told me that Mr Flavell was killed two days after arriving at Gallipoli.
WWI memorial tablet, St Mary's Church, Hawkwell Commemorates the men of the parish who fell in WWI. Located on the southern wall.
WWI memorial tablet, St Mary's Church, Hawkwell
Commemorates the men of the parish who fell in WWI. Located on the southern wall.
Hyde Wood Lane: boundary of Ashingdon & Canewdon This road is part of the boundary between the civil parishes of Ashingdon & Canewdon.
Hyde Wood Lane: boundary of Ashingdon & Canewdon
This road is part of the boundary between the civil parishes of Ashingdon & Canewdon.
Path in Magnolia Fields Local Nature Reserve, Hawkwell Sometimes known as Magnolia Park, this Nature Reserve is managed by Hawkwell Parish Council. The reserve was former brickworks. Rochford district: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.rochford.gov.uk/leisure-and-tourism/woodlands-parks-and-open-spaces/magnolia-nature-reserve" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.rochford.gov.uk/leisure-and-tourism/woodlands-parks-and-open-spaces/magnolia-nature-reserve">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Wild Essex: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.wildessex.net/sites/Magnolia%20Nature%20Reserve.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.wildessex.net/sites/Magnolia%20Nature%20Reserve.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Path in Magnolia Fields Local Nature Reserve, Hawkwell
Sometimes known as Magnolia Park, this Nature Reserve is managed by Hawkwell Parish Council. The reserve was former brickworks. Rochford district: LinkExternal link Wild Essex: LinkExternal link
Clearing in Magnolia Fields Local Nature Reserve, Hawkwell Sometimes known as Magnolia Park, this Nature Reserve is managed by Hawkwell Parish Council. The reserve was former brickworks. Rochford district: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.rochford.gov.uk/leisure-and-tourism/woodlands-parks-and-open-spaces/magnolia-nature-reserve" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.rochford.gov.uk/leisure-and-tourism/woodlands-parks-and-open-spaces/magnolia-nature-reserve">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> Wild Essex: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.wildessex.net/sites/Magnolia%20Nature%20Reserve.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.wildessex.net/sites/Magnolia%20Nature%20Reserve.htm">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Clearing in Magnolia Fields Local Nature Reserve, Hawkwell
Sometimes known as Magnolia Park, this Nature Reserve is managed by Hawkwell Parish Council. The reserve was former brickworks. Rochford district: LinkExternal link Wild Essex: LinkExternal link
Path to Beckney Wood, Ashingdon
Path to Beckney Wood, Ashingdon
Glencroft Open Space, Hawkwell Glencroft Open Space is managed by Hawkwell Parish Council.
Glencroft Open Space, Hawkwell
Glencroft Open Space is managed by Hawkwell Parish Council.
Tipping hopper, Magnolia Fields Local Nature Reserve, Hawkwell This is a typical narrow-gauge contractor's tipping hopper built in the thousands and used for the transport of materials around a site. In this instance, probably used to carry brick clay from the fields to the works/kilns. Sometimes known as Magnolia Park, this wagon is a reminder that this area was once industrial, much of this area was originally a brickworks, where both sand and clay were extracted.
Tipping hopper, Magnolia Fields Local Nature Reserve, Hawkwell
This is a typical narrow-gauge contractor's tipping hopper built in the thousands and used for the transport of materials around a site. In this instance, probably used to carry brick clay from the fields to the works/kilns. Sometimes known as Magnolia Park, this wagon is a reminder that this area was once industrial, much of this area was originally a brickworks, where both sand and clay were extracted.
Track near Doggetts Chase, Rochford
Track near Doggetts Chase, Rochford
Rural Housing, Doggetts Chase, Rochford Most likely built for those working on Doggetts farm.
Rural Housing, Doggetts Chase, Rochford
Most likely built for those working on Doggetts farm.
Grazing, Magnolia Farm
Grazing, Magnolia Farm
Rectory Avenue, Hawkwell Taken looking north towards Wedgwood Way.
Rectory Avenue, Hawkwell
Taken looking north towards Wedgwood Way.
Wedgwood Way & Rectory Avenue, Hawkwell
Wedgwood Way & Rectory Avenue, Hawkwell
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Ashingdon is located at Grid Ref: TQ8693 (Lat: 51.60742, Lng: 0.691447)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Rochford

Police Authority: Essex

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Ashingdon Hill Top
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Ashingdon Hill Top
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Recycling Clothes: yes
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Toucan Heating and Plumbing
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