Farnham Common

Settlement in Buckinghamshire

England

Farnham Common

Burnham Beeches Burnham Beeches is owned by the Corporation of London. This ancient woodland is a National Nature Reserve. — Burnham Beeches Credit: David Hawgood

Farnham Common is a small village located in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 23 miles west of central London, it lies within the South Bucks district and is part of the larger civil parish of Farnham Royal. The village is bordered by the towns of Slough to the southeast and Beaconsfield to the northwest.

Despite its proximity to urban areas, Farnham Common retains a distinct rural charm, with its picturesque landscape and tranquil atmosphere. The village is surrounded by green fields, woodlands, and several nature reserves, offering ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and birdwatching.

Farnham Common itself has a small but vibrant community, with a range of local amenities including shops, pubs, restaurants, and a community center. The village is also home to a primary school, providing education for local children. Additionally, Farnham Common benefits from excellent transport links, with easy access to major road networks such as the M40 and M4, as well as nearby railway stations in Beaconsfield and Slough.

The area is known for its rich history, with several notable landmarks and historic buildings. One of the most prominent is the medieval St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 13th century. Nearby attractions include Burnham Beeches, a stunning ancient woodland, and the historic village of Farnham Royal. Overall, Farnham Common offers a delightful blend of rural tranquility, convenient location, and historical charm.

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Farnham Common Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.553142/-0.607807 or Grid Reference SU9684. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Burnham Beeches

Burnham Beeches is owned by the Corporation of London. This ancient woodland is a National Nature Reserve.

David Hawgood

Jones Way across the green at Hedgerley Hill

This open grassland with a football pitch and children's play area has houses all around it, and the houses back onto woodland.

David Hawgood

Stoke Wood reservoir, near Farnham Common

A small reservoir holding water for local needs; it is owned by Thames Water

David Hawgood

Mobile phone radio mast, near Farnham Common

This mast is tucked into the corner of a field next to Brockhurst Wood

David Hawgood

Church of St John the Evangelist, Farnham Common

Historically this area was in the parish of Farnham Royal, this church was built when the population here grew.

David Hawgood

East Burnham Common in Burnham Beeches

This area was bought by the City of London to preserve it for public enjoyment

David Hawgood

Burnham Beeches

Stephen Daglish

Stream in Burnham Beeches

View looking south-west in late afternoon. The shallow stream over gravel takes an overflow from the dam at Upper Pond, and flows into Middle Pond.

David Hawgood

Shops in Farnham Common

These shops are on Beaconsfield Road, the A355 from Slough to Beaconsfield, at the junction with Rosewood Way. Photo taken from the end of Beeches Road.

David Hawgood

The Stag, Burnham Beeches - walkers welcome!

This public house (marked on the OS map) is opposite a large public car park for those walking in Burnham Beeches. A sign on the pub says "Wellies, walkers, dogs and families - all welcome here".

David Hawgood

Burnham Beeches - birch, beech and holly

Walking through the woods from "The Stag" to here, many of the trees were oaks, with some large fir trees. Here they have changed to being a mixture of birch and beech. There are holly bushes under the trees in both areas.

David Hawgood