1. Home
  2. England
  3. Essex
  4. Essex
  5. Uttlesford
  6. Ash Grove

Ash Grove

Wood, Forest in Essex Uttlesford

England

Ash Grove

Ruined church in grounds of Lofts Hall
Ruined church in grounds of Lofts Hall Credit: mym

Ash Grove is a picturesque village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated in the heart of the county, it is nestled within the stunning landscape of Epping Forest. With its lush greenery and serene surroundings, Ash Grove is a haven for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The village is characterized by its charming wooden houses that exude a rustic charm. Surrounded by dense woodlands, the air is filled with the soothing sounds of birds chirping and leaves rustling in the wind. The forest provides ample opportunities for hiking, cycling, and exploring the great outdoors, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.

Despite its tranquil ambiance, Ash Grove is not isolated from modern amenities. The village has a close-knit community and offers essential facilities such as a local grocery store, post office, and a primary school. Additionally, residents can access a wider range of amenities in the nearby town of Chipping Ongar, which is a short drive away.

The area is steeped in history, with remnants of the past visible in the form of ancient oak trees and historic landmarks. Visitors can explore the ruins of a medieval castle or take a leisurely stroll along the winding paths that lead to a centuries-old church.

Ash Grove truly offers a unique blend of natural beauty, historical significance, and community spirit. Whether one seeks solace in nature, desires a close-knit community, or aims to delve into the region's rich history, this village in Essex provides a delightful and idyllic setting to call home.

Show me another place!

If you have any feedback on the listing, please let us know in the comments section below.

Ash Grove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.023422/0.16067796 or Grid Reference TL4838. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ruined church in grounds of Lofts Hall
Ruined church in grounds of Lofts Hall
St. Mary's church, Strethall, Essex Almost entirely obscured by trees, Strethall church stands by a farm in a remote part of north Essex. The church dates back to the 11th century and has a Saxon nave with a fine Saxon chancel arch. The chancel and tower are 15th century.
St. Mary's church, Strethall, Essex
Almost entirely obscured by trees, Strethall church stands by a farm in a remote part of north Essex. The church dates back to the 11th century and has a Saxon nave with a fine Saxon chancel arch. The chancel and tower are 15th century.
Old house at Catmere End, Strethall, Essex
Old house at Catmere End, Strethall, Essex
Seamans Farm, Littlebury Green, Essex
Seamans Farm, Littlebury Green, Essex
Green Farm, Littlebury Green, Essex
Green Farm, Littlebury Green, Essex
North Essex countryside near Elmdon An autumn view from the Icknield Way long-distance path.
North Essex countryside near Elmdon
An autumn view from the Icknield Way long-distance path.
Stream at Long Lane Bridge Stream alongside the B1039 at Long Lane Bridge swollen by recent heavy rain.
Stream at Long Lane Bridge
Stream alongside the B1039 at Long Lane Bridge swollen by recent heavy rain.
Farm buildings at New Farm Farm buildings at New Farm on the b1039 near Littlebury green
Farm buildings at New Farm
Farm buildings at New Farm on the b1039 near Littlebury green
The road to Littlebury Green Road to Littlebury Green from the B1039
The road to Littlebury Green
Road to Littlebury Green from the B1039
Communications tower near Littlebury Green Communications tower near Littlebury Green, almost certainly a mobile phone repeater.
Communications tower near Littlebury Green
Communications tower near Littlebury Green, almost certainly a mobile phone repeater.
Some path near Strethall Picture of a path and tree in top NE corner of the grid square. Best picture of the ones I took, as this square is just fields, and landscape shots were pretty hazy due to the clouds and it being quite a dark day.
Some path near Strethall
Picture of a path and tree in top NE corner of the grid square. Best picture of the ones I took, as this square is just fields, and landscape shots were pretty hazy due to the clouds and it being quite a dark day.
St Peter's, Littlebury Green St Peter's was set up as a chapel of ease to save residents the trek to the parish church in Littlebury. It was assembled from a kit which came complete with stained glass windows.
St Peter's, Littlebury Green
St Peter's was set up as a chapel of ease to save residents the trek to the parish church in Littlebury. It was assembled from a kit which came complete with stained glass windows.
Public byway to Free Wood and beyond
Public byway to Free Wood and beyond
An old farm building, southwest of Littlebury Green
An old farm building, southwest of Littlebury Green
The southern end of Essex Hill This is the road that links the B1039 with Elmdon village.
The southern end of Essex Hill
This is the road that links the B1039 with Elmdon village.
Strethall: St Mary Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. For more about Strethall, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html">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> .
Strethall: St Mary
Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. For more about Strethall, see LinkExternal link .
Strethall: St Mary's church tower Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. The churchyard is small and there are lots of trees, so it's not easy to get a picture of the whole building. For more about Strethall, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html">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> .
Strethall: St Mary's church tower
Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. The churchyard is small and there are lots of trees, so it's not easy to get a picture of the whole building. For more about Strethall, see LinkExternal link .
Strethall: St Mary - the porch Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. For more about Strethall, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html">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> .
Strethall: St Mary - the porch
Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. For more about Strethall, see LinkExternal link .
Show me another place!

Ash Grove is located at Grid Ref: TL4838 (Lat: 52.023422, Lng: 0.16067796)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Uttlesford

Police Authority: Essex

What 3 Words

///baths.validated.shed. Near Great Chesterford, Essex

Nearby Locations

Lee Wood Bixett Wood Teapond Grove Wilford's Wood Beavers' Wood Ash Grove

Related Wikis

Littlebury Green
Littlebury Green
Strethall
Strethall
Elmdon
Elmdon
Duddenhoe End
Duddenhoe End
Wenden Lofts
Wenden Lofts
St Mary the Virgin Church, Wendens Ambo
St Mary the Virgin Church, Wendens Ambo
Wendens Ambo
Wendens Ambo
Chrishall
Chrishall

Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.023422,0.16067796
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Brand Wikipedia: en:Royal Mail
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 10:45
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Design: type_m
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: CB11 60
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 52.0238877/0.1671492
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Telephone
Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside old red phone box in Littlebury Green
Emergency: defibrillator
Man Made: telephone_box
Payment Telephone Cards: yes
Ref GB The Circuit: 521403CA-3F81-42C6-BA1A-AD7800CC745B
Lat/Long: 52.023782/0.1666981
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
Bench
Backrest: yes
Material: wood
Seats: 6
Lat/Long: 52.0240217/0.1673282
OpenStreetMap
Google Maps
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.
Deerleap Wood Kent
Barn Shaw Sussex

Have you been to Ash Grove?

Leave your review of Ash Grove below (or comments, questions and feedback).

© 2024 UK Place Database | Privacy