Atherfield Green

Settlement in Hampshire

England

Atherfield Green

HM Coastguard on watch near Whale Chine On the day of the 2022 Round the Island race. — HM Coastguard on watch near Whale Chine Credit: Paul Coueslant

Atherfield Green is a small village located in the county of Hampshire, England. Situated on the southern coast of the Isle of Wight, it is part of the Isle of Wight Council area. The village is nestled within the beautiful countryside, offering residents and visitors stunning views of rolling green hills and the nearby English Channel.

Historically, Atherfield Green has been an agricultural community, with farming playing a significant role in the local economy. Today, it still retains its rural charm, with several working farms in the vicinity. The village is well-known for its picturesque thatched cottages and traditional architecture, which adds to its quaint and idyllic atmosphere.

Despite its small size, Atherfield Green offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a local pub, a village hall, and a primary school, providing essential services and fostering a sense of community spirit. Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of the numerous walking and cycling paths that crisscross the surrounding countryside, allowing them to explore the area's natural beauty.

One of the notable attractions near Atherfield Green is St. George's Church, a medieval church that dates back to the 12th century. This architectural gem is a popular spot for history enthusiasts and visitors seeking a glimpse into the village's past.

Overall, Atherfield Green offers a tranquil and charming escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Hampshire.

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Atherfield Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.613944/-1.345784 or Grid Reference SZ4679. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

HM Coastguard on watch near Whale Chine On the day of the 2022 Round the Island race.

HM Coastguard on watch near Whale Chine

On the day of the 2022 Round the Island race.

View to sea near Whale Chine A couple of jet skis burning up the hydrocarbons.

View to sea near Whale Chine

A couple of jet skis burning up the hydrocarbons.

Coastal path SW30 heading east Along a stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion.

Coastal path SW30 heading east

Along a stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion.

Coastguard cottages, Atherfield Point

Coastguard cottages, Atherfield Point

Cliff near Atherfield Point A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. It is a good idea to study the turf for cracks if approaching the edge. The point is caused by a layer of harder rock at a lower level, it may be seen extending out to sea here.

Cliff near Atherfield Point

A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. It is a good idea to study the turf for cracks if approaching the edge. The point is caused by a layer of harder rock at a lower level, it may be seen extending out to sea here.

Cliff east of Atherfield Point A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. It is a good idea to study the turf for cracks if approaching the edge.

Cliff east of Atherfield Point

A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. It is a good idea to study the turf for cracks if approaching the edge.

Cliff near Atherfield Point A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. The point is caused by a layer of harder rock at a lower level, it may be seen extending out to sea here.

Cliff near Atherfield Point

A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. The point is caused by a layer of harder rock at a lower level, it may be seen extending out to sea here.

Path SW30, Atherfield Point A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. It is a good idea to study the turf for cracks if approaching the edge. This part looks suspicious, it may just be mole work, on the other hand the mole may have exploited an easily delved crack.

Path SW30, Atherfield Point

A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. It is a good idea to study the turf for cracks if approaching the edge. This part looks suspicious, it may just be mole work, on the other hand the mole may have exploited an easily delved crack.

Ledge at Atherfield Point A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. The point is caused by layers of harder rock at a lower level, one may be seen extending out to sea here. There is a broader ledge further west, presumably a different stratum.

Ledge at Atherfield Point

A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. The point is caused by layers of harder rock at a lower level, one may be seen extending out to sea here. There is a broader ledge further west, presumably a different stratum.

Cliff, Atherfield Point A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion.

Cliff, Atherfield Point

A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion.

Cliff, Atherfield Point A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. Here a mud flow plays a part.

Cliff, Atherfield Point

A stretch of cliff particularly liable to erosion. Here a mud flow plays a part.

Cliff, Atherfield Point At or near the bottom is a cache of fishing equipment with a braced post. There is a similar post on the cliff top with a lightweight cable heading down, hardly visible at a distance. Perhaps this is the bottom end. The vegetated green strip is the east end of a long ledge that seems to be formed from a bodily slip of a length of cliff top, there is a bench on it, similar to those surviving elsewhere on the cliff top. The ledge rises to the west and appears to be the easy part of a descent on foot to here.

Cliff, Atherfield Point

At or near the bottom is a cache of fishing equipment with a braced post. There is a similar post on the cliff top with a lightweight cable heading down, hardly visible at a distance. Perhaps this is the bottom end. The vegetated green strip is the east end of a long ledge that seems to be formed from a bodily slip of a length of cliff top, there is a bench on it, similar to those surviving elsewhere on the cliff top. The ledge rises to the west and appears to be the easy part of a descent on foot to here.

Lookout post, Atherfield Point A lightweight cable goes down the cliff from the post, possibly connected to the post seen in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7419923">SZ4579 : Cliff, Atherfield Point</a>. There was a weatherbeaten notice on the post with extracts from some publication detailing the vessels that foundered on the Atherfield Ledge, a rock formation off the point.

Lookout post, Atherfield Point

A lightweight cable goes down the cliff from the post, possibly connected to the post seen in SZ4579 : Cliff, Atherfield Point. There was a weatherbeaten notice on the post with extracts from some publication detailing the vessels that foundered on the Atherfield Ledge, a rock formation off the point.

Coast west of Atherfield Point

Coast west of Atherfield Point

Slumped cliff west of Atherfield Point The British Geological Society&#039;s viewer describes this as &#039;Atherfield Clay Formation - Mudstone, sandy. Sedimentary bedrock formed between 126.3 and 113 million years ago during the Cretaceous period&#039;.

Slumped cliff west of Atherfield Point

The British Geological Society's viewer describes this as 'Atherfield Clay Formation - Mudstone, sandy. Sedimentary bedrock formed between 126.3 and 113 million years ago during the Cretaceous period'.

Coastal footpath SW30 with paraglider One of two paragliders that suddenly appeared when I wasn&#039;t looking in the right direction.

Coastal footpath SW30 with paraglider

One of two paragliders that suddenly appeared when I wasn't looking in the right direction.

Cliff slide between Atherfield Point and Shepherd's Chine This embayment in the cliff top line appears from aerial photographs to have been largely initiated somewhere between 1999 and 2005, with enlargement by subsequent slips. Before this the cliff top protruded somewhat towards the sea.

Cliff slide between Atherfield Point and Shepherd's Chine

This embayment in the cliff top line appears from aerial photographs to have been largely initiated somewhere between 1999 and 2005, with enlargement by subsequent slips. Before this the cliff top protruded somewhat towards the sea.

View north from cliff top near Shepherd's Chine The far summit is on Limerstone Down.

View north from cliff top near Shepherd's Chine

The far summit is on Limerstone Down.

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Atherfield Green is located at Grid Ref: SZ4679 (Lat: 50.613944, Lng: -1.345784)

Unitary Authority: Isle of Wight

Police Authority: Hampshire

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Located within 500m of 50.613944,-1.345784

Source: Locally rectified NPE map

Lat/Long: 50.6179777/-1.3439684

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Lat/Long: 50.6142516/-1.3520449

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Lat/Long: 50.6142817/-1.3479745

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Lat/Long: 50.6150932/-1.3519716

Post Box

Collection Plate: not visible

Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 09:15

Operator: Royal Mail

Operator Wikidata: Q638098

Post Box Type: wall

Ref: PO38 216

Ref GB Uprn: 10015352878

Royal Cypher: GVIR

Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102169

Website: https://www.royalmail.com/services-near-you/postbox/atherfield-green-po38-2la/000PO38216

Lat/Long: 50.6140755/-1.3456531

Atherfield Green

Place: hamlet

Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView

Lat/Long: 50.6130946/-1.3445266

Barrier: stile

Lat/Long: 50.6147532/-1.3471968

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