Fordham

Settlement in Essex Colchester

England

Fordham

Colchester from a small field in near Fordham
Colchester from a small field in near Fordham Credit: Mr James D

Fordham is a small village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated approximately 50 miles northeast of London, it falls within the district of Colchester and is part of the civil parish of Fordham and Stour. With a population of around 1,500 residents, it offers a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, characterized by rolling fields and farmland. It benefits from a rural charm, with traditional thatched cottages and historic buildings dotting its streets. The St. Mary's Church, a 13th-century structure, stands as a prominent landmark and a testament to the village's rich history.

Despite its small size, Fordham offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a primary school, a post office, a village store, and a pub, providing essential services and a sense of community. The village also boasts various social and recreational activities, including a cricket club and a village hall that hosts events and gatherings.

Fordham's location provides easy access to larger towns and cities in the region. The nearby town of Colchester, approximately 8 miles away, offers a wider range of facilities and services, including shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Additionally, Fordham benefits from good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to surrounding areas.

Overall, Fordham, Essex, presents an idyllic rural village with a strong sense of community and a peaceful countryside setting. With its historic charm and convenient location, it provides a desirable living environment for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle within reach of urban amenities.

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Fordham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.922719/0.802654 or Grid Reference TL9228. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Colchester from a small field in near Fordham
Colchester from a small field in near Fordham
Wormingford Airfield This is the perimeter track of Wormingford Airfield. Military aviation in Wormingford began during WW1 however this aerodrome was operational from November 1943 until the end of the war, after the war it was used by transport command. The base was finally stood down in 1962.  It was used as a civilian airfield for a further nine years. During the 1970’s and 80’s the hard standings and other infrastructure were broken up as the land returned to agriculture as the Air ministry had promised when all land was requisitioned for airfield construction (it is worth noting this promise was also made to the owners of the land at RAF Heathrow). In 1990 the Essex and Suffolk Gliding Club moved to the airfield they have a history of the airfield and the units that operated from here on their website see club info section <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.esgc.co.uk/home.asp?start=esgchome.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.esgc.co.uk/home.asp?start=esgchome.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>. To go to the next field in an alphabetical tour of Essex WW2 airfields click on <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/221140">TL6824 : Andrews Field</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>
Wormingford Airfield
This is the perimeter track of Wormingford Airfield. Military aviation in Wormingford began during WW1 however this aerodrome was operational from November 1943 until the end of the war, after the war it was used by transport command. The base was finally stood down in 1962. It was used as a civilian airfield for a further nine years. During the 1970’s and 80’s the hard standings and other infrastructure were broken up as the land returned to agriculture as the Air ministry had promised when all land was requisitioned for airfield construction (it is worth noting this promise was also made to the owners of the land at RAF Heathrow). In 1990 the Essex and Suffolk Gliding Club moved to the airfield they have a history of the airfield and the units that operated from here on their website see club info section LinkExternal link. To go to the next field in an alphabetical tour of Essex WW2 airfields click on TL6824 : Andrews Field. Much information was gleaned from Graham Smith’s book “Essex Airfields In The Second World War”. LinkExternal link
Wormingford Secondary This is the remains of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/251938">TL9230 : Wormingford Airfield</a> secondary runway. The airfield is now used by the Essex & Suffolk Gliding Club <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.esgc.co.uk/home.asp?start=esgchome.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.esgc.co.uk/home.asp?start=esgchome.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> as the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/251966">TL9230 : Warning Sign</a> attests. There is some more info on the base at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://mighty8thaf.preller.us/php/1Loc.php?Base=Wormingford" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://mighty8thaf.preller.us/php/1Loc.php?Base=Wormingford">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>
Wormingford Secondary
This is the remains of TL9230 : Wormingford Airfield secondary runway. The airfield is now used by the Essex & Suffolk Gliding Club LinkExternal link as the TL9230 : Warning Sign attests. There is some more info on the base at LinkExternal link
Warning Sign This warning sign on <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/251957">TL9230 : Wormingford Secondary</a> runway tells walkers on the footpath that follows the perimeter track not to stray, there is no  mention that maximum penalty for failure to comply is death!
Warning Sign
This warning sign on TL9230 : Wormingford Secondary runway tells walkers on the footpath that follows the perimeter track not to stray, there is no mention that maximum penalty for failure to comply is death!
Rights of Way and Rusting Relics This is the junction of the <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/251984">TL9229 : Wormingford Peri Track</a> footpath (running left to right) and the path to Hammonds Farm (behind the stile). The whole of the perimeter track of the airfield has been dedicated as a public right of way.
Rights of Way and Rusting Relics
This is the junction of the TL9229 : Wormingford Peri Track footpath (running left to right) and the path to Hammonds Farm (behind the stile). The whole of the perimeter track of the airfield has been dedicated as a public right of way.
Looking over wheat crop to Fairfields Farm, Wormingford
Looking over wheat crop to Fairfields Farm, Wormingford
Farmland near Penlan Hall Lane
Farmland near Penlan Hall Lane
Footpath sign near Penlan Hall Lane
Footpath sign near Penlan Hall Lane
Shoulder of Mutton, Fordstreet c1948 Photographed across Halstead Road by my grandfather George W Baker. His car (registration number EMY 85) is parked in front of the public house. I've no idea who the pedestrian was but it may have been a warm day as he's got his shirt sleeves rolled up!
Shoulder of Mutton, Fordstreet c1948
Photographed across Halstead Road by my grandfather George W Baker. His car (registration number EMY 85) is parked in front of the public house. I've no idea who the pedestrian was but it may have been a warm day as he's got his shirt sleeves rolled up!
Flower Lined Ditch, Fordham Spring flowers line this ditch, near the Village Green, Fordham
Flower Lined Ditch, Fordham
Spring flowers line this ditch, near the Village Green, Fordham
Moat on Moat Road, Fordham This may be a remnant of the Moat that the road is named after.
Moat on Moat Road, Fordham
This may be a remnant of the Moat that the road is named after.
Saplings, Footpath, Hedge - Fordham Hall Estate Young saplings at Fordham Hall Estate, with evidence of recent hedge maintenance along this public footpath running north from Chappel Road.
Saplings, Footpath, Hedge - Fordham Hall Estate
Young saplings at Fordham Hall Estate, with evidence of recent hedge maintenance along this public footpath running north from Chappel Road.
Chapel Cemetery, Fordham Cemetery near Chapel House, Fordham
Chapel Cemetery, Fordham
Cemetery near Chapel House, Fordham
Deer in the field, Fordham Roe deer in a field, south of Fosset's Lane. Note saplings fitted with protection guards.
Deer in the field, Fordham
Roe deer in a field, south of Fosset's Lane. Note saplings fitted with protection guards.
Saplings and Spring Hedgerow, Fordham Hall Estate Fordham Hall Estate is managed by the Woodland Trust.

The land which almost surrounds the village of Fordham is now the site of a major woodland creation scheme.

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Saplings and Spring Hedgerow, Fordham Hall Estate
Fordham Hall Estate is managed by the Woodland Trust. The land which almost surrounds the village of Fordham is now the site of a major woodland creation scheme. LinkExternal link
Stile to sapling plantation, Fordham Hall Estate Fordham Hall Estate is managed by the Woodland Trust.

The land which almost surrounds the village of Fordham is now the site of a major woodland creation scheme.

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Stile to sapling plantation, Fordham Hall Estate
Fordham Hall Estate is managed by the Woodland Trust. The land which almost surrounds the village of Fordham is now the site of a major woodland creation scheme. LinkExternal link
Boundary of Fordham Hall Estate Western boundary of Fordham Hall Estate.
Boundary of Fordham Hall Estate
Western boundary of Fordham Hall Estate.
Hedgerow, Footpath,  Arable Land - Fordstreet Footpath leading from Fordstreet Hill to the woodland at Fordham Hall Estate.
Hedgerow, Footpath, Arable Land - Fordstreet
Footpath leading from Fordstreet Hill to the woodland at Fordham Hall Estate.
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Fordham is located at Grid Ref: TL9228 (Lat: 51.922719, Lng: 0.802654)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Colchester

Police Authority: Essex

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