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Harecroft Grove

Wood, Forest in Essex Uttlesford

England

Harecroft Grove

Derelict station platform, Ashdon Marked as 'halt' on the 1940s map, this was a platform on the Audley End to Bartlow line. Just here there's no other evidence on the ground that it ever existed.
Derelict station platform, Ashdon Credit: David Gruar

Harecroft Grove is a picturesque residential area situated in Essex, specifically in the Wood and Forest district. Located in the southeastern part of England, Essex is known for its beautiful countryside and charming villages, making Harecroft Grove a delightful place to call home.

Nestled amongst lush greenery and tall trees, Harecroft Grove offers a serene and peaceful environment for its residents. The area is characterized by its well-maintained and attractive properties, ranging from quaint cottages to modern family homes. The architectural styles vary, adding to the diversity and charm of the neighborhood.

Residents of Harecroft Grove benefit from the close proximity to nature, with numerous parks and green spaces nearby. The area is well-connected, with excellent transport links, making it easy to access the nearby towns and cities. The nearby Wood and Forest district provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and wildlife watching.

In terms of amenities, Harecroft Grove offers a range of facilities to cater to the needs of its residents. Local shops, supermarkets, and restaurants are within easy reach, ensuring convenience for everyday necessities. The area is also home to reputable schools, making it an ideal location for families.

Overall, Harecroft Grove in Essex is a desirable residential area, combining the beauty of nature with convenient amenities and excellent transport links. With its peaceful atmosphere and scenic surroundings, it provides an idyllic place to live for those seeking a balance between countryside living and accessibility to urban areas.

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Harecroft Grove Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.058211/0.29026154 or Grid Reference TL5742. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Derelict station platform, Ashdon Marked as 'halt' on the 1940s map, this was a platform on the Audley End to Bartlow line. Just here there's no other evidence on the ground that it ever existed.
Derelict station platform, Ashdon
Marked as 'halt' on the 1940s map, this was a platform on the Audley End to Bartlow line. Just here there's no other evidence on the ground that it ever existed.
All Saints' Church, Ashdon Ashdon church is up the hill from the main village, part of the small settlement of Church End.
All Saints' Church, Ashdon
Ashdon church is up the hill from the main village, part of the small settlement of Church End.
Footpath from Church End to Water End, Ashdon A raised strip of land between two fields. Church End is in the background.
Footpath from Church End to Water End, Ashdon
A raised strip of land between two fields. Church End is in the background.
Ashdon village centre This is the small nuclear village at the centre of Ashdon parish, which contains several other satellite settlements and farms. The Rose and Crown pub is behind the photographer.
Ashdon village centre
This is the small nuclear village at the centre of Ashdon parish, which contains several other satellite settlements and farms. The Rose and Crown pub is behind the photographer.
RAF Little Walden This is the Control Tower of RAF Little Walden. It is probably the best-preserved WW2 airfield tower in Essex. It began its operational life in March 1944 with the USAAF 409th Bomb Group flying A20's, other types that operated from here included P51 Mustang, and B17's. The airfield was returned to the RAF in 1946 and finally decommissioned in 1958. To go to the next field in an alphabetical tour of Essex WW2 airfields click on <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/260801">TL5512 : Matching Aerodrome</a>. Much information was gleaned from Graham Smith’s book “Essex Airfields In The Second World War”. <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://books.google.co.uk/books/about/Essex_Airfields_in_the_Second_World_War.html?id=u3atAAAACAAJ&redir_esc=y" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://books.google.co.uk/books/about/Essex_Airfields_in_the_Second_World_War.html?id=u3atAAAACAAJ&redir_esc=y">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>
RAF Little Walden
This is the Control Tower of RAF Little Walden. It is probably the best-preserved WW2 airfield tower in Essex. It began its operational life in March 1944 with the USAAF 409th Bomb Group flying A20's, other types that operated from here included P51 Mustang, and B17's. The airfield was returned to the RAF in 1946 and finally decommissioned in 1958. To go to the next field in an alphabetical tour of Essex WW2 airfields click on TL5512 : Matching Aerodrome. Much information was gleaned from Graham Smith’s book “Essex Airfields In The Second World War”. LinkExternal link
Trig on Mitchells Farm This triangulation pillar stands on the byway from Mitchells Farm to the trig point. After this point the road becomes a footpath.
Trig on Mitchells Farm
This triangulation pillar stands on the byway from Mitchells Farm to the trig point. After this point the road becomes a footpath.
Peri Track to Monks Hall This is the road to Monks Hall and Bowsers, it exactly follows the path of the perimeter track of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/221842">TL5543 : RAF Little Walden</a>.
Peri Track to Monks Hall
This is the road to Monks Hall and Bowsers, it exactly follows the path of the perimeter track of TL5543 : RAF Little Walden.
Monks Farm It is possible these blister style buildings on Monks farm are contemporary with <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/221842">TL5543 : RAF Little Walden</a> however I would be willing to bet a few geograph points the rectangular building behind them is a military building of 1940’s vintage.
Monks Farm
It is possible these blister style buildings on Monks farm are contemporary with TL5543 : RAF Little Walden however I would be willing to bet a few geograph points the rectangular building behind them is a military building of 1940’s vintage.
Little Hales wood and fields - Ashdon The chalky boulder clay results in this typical mosaic of fields and woods.
Little Hales wood and fields - Ashdon
The chalky boulder clay results in this typical mosaic of fields and woods.
A train this way did run. That is frost and a grey morning indeed.
A train this way did run.
That is frost and a grey morning indeed.
Deer in flight.
Deer in flight.
Footpath past Ricketts Farm
Footpath past Ricketts Farm
Puddle Wharf The Harcamlow Way follows the pavement south here. That tractor has 1 wheel drive with the motor mounted to the right of the front wheel.
Puddle Wharf
The Harcamlow Way follows the pavement south here. That tractor has 1 wheel drive with the motor mounted to the right of the front wheel.
Turn Right at the tree for Grimsditch Wood. The aerial to the left is in TL 5735. The building on the horizon is Butlers Farm where Harcamlow Way passes to the Southwest.
Turn Right at the tree for Grimsditch Wood.
The aerial to the left is in TL 5735. The building on the horizon is Butlers Farm where Harcamlow Way passes to the Southwest.
2 cute donkeys Pets who provide fertilizer.
2 cute donkeys
Pets who provide fertilizer.
Nunn Wood This photograph shows the northern end of the public footpath into Nunn Wood.
Nunn Wood
This photograph shows the northern end of the public footpath into Nunn Wood.
Houses on the descent into Ashdon A well-earned rest for cyclists like this one who have climbed the hill from Saffron Walden. Haverhill TV mast is visible on the horizon.
Houses on the descent into Ashdon
A well-earned rest for cyclists like this one who have climbed the hill from Saffron Walden. Haverhill TV mast is visible on the horizon.
All Saints Ashdon from the north
All Saints Ashdon from the north
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Harecroft Grove is located at Grid Ref: TL5742 (Lat: 52.058211, Lng: 0.29026154)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Uttlesford

Police Authority: Essex

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