Frogmore

Settlement in Hertfordshire St. Albans

England

Frogmore

A road in Chiswell Green The forest trees at least show that it has some attraction
A road in Chiswell Green Credit: Jack Hill

Frogmore is a small village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated approximately 30 miles north of London, it falls within the administrative district of Dacorum. With a population of around 1,000 residents, Frogmore is known for its peaceful and rural setting.

The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, characterized by rolling hills and lush green fields. It is nestled in close proximity to the Grand Union Canal, providing residents with scenic walking and cycling routes. Frogmore benefits from its rural location, offering a tranquil atmosphere and a sense of community.

The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional cottages and more modern houses. Facilities include a local pub, the Frogmore Community Centre, and a primary school, which caters to the educational needs of the village and surrounding areas.

Frogmore has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Roman era. The village's name is believed to be derived from the Old English words "frog" and "mere," indicating a marshy area inhabited by frogs. This historical connection is reflected in the village sign, which features a depiction of a frog.

Transport links to Frogmore are convenient, with nearby access to the A41 and M1 motorway. The village is also served by regular bus services, connecting residents to nearby towns and cities.

Overall, Frogmore offers a charming and idyllic rural lifestyle, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful retreat within easy reach of urban amenities.

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Frogmore Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.718015/-0.33484519 or Grid Reference TL1503. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

A road in Chiswell Green The forest trees at least show that it has some attraction
A road in Chiswell Green
The forest trees at least show that it has some attraction
Moor Mill Inn  Frogmore The Mill was converted into a pub and hotel and the gardens have several streams and a weir for atmosphere
Moor Mill Inn Frogmore
The Mill was converted into a pub and hotel and the gardens have several streams and a weir for atmosphere
Conversion of Pub to Offices  Frogmore This is an unusual reversal but at least the appearance was retained.
Conversion of Pub to Offices Frogmore
This is an unusual reversal but at least the appearance was retained.
The Falcon Pub in Park Street, Herts This pub is at the centre of the village
The Falcon Pub in Park Street, Herts
This pub is at the centre of the village
The Overdraught Pub,  Park Street, Herts Is that a pun or is that a howler?
The Overdraught Pub, Park Street, Herts
Is that a pun or is that a howler?
Napsbury Hospital London Colney This is now a housing development called the Arboretum  Expensive prices.
Napsbury Hospital London Colney
This is now a housing development called the Arboretum Expensive prices.
Napsbury Hospital London Colney The site is now a housing project, The water tower is being left until last in the hopes that a keen
person with half a million pounds will purchase it
Napsbury Hospital London Colney
The site is now a housing project, The water tower is being left until last in the hopes that a keen person with half a million pounds will purchase it
Smug Oak Stables
Smug Oak Stables
Holy Trinity Church Frogmore Not sure I agree with the sentiment expressed
Holy Trinity Church Frogmore
Not sure I agree with the sentiment expressed
Holy Trinity Church Frogmore I rather like the round top to the porch. It echoes the Romanesque arches over the windows.
Holy Trinity Church Frogmore
I rather like the round top to the porch. It echoes the Romanesque arches over the windows.
Shelter at How Wood Station The station has no ticket machine as the fares are collected by a travelling conductor on the "flyer"
No signals are needed as there is only one train
plying to and fro.
Shelter at How Wood Station
The station has no ticket machine as the fares are collected by a travelling conductor on the "flyer" No signals are needed as there is only one train plying to and fro.
Business Park sandwiched between Watling Street and Railway The shiny cladding to the warehouse is overpowering but commerce provides jobs so who's complaining
Business Park sandwiched between Watling Street and Railway
The shiny cladding to the warehouse is overpowering but commerce provides jobs so who's complaining
Ex Black Horse Pub,    Colney Street This pile of bricks has been lying here for a couple of years and a sign says that John and Jean are mine hosts.  Strange.
They also had karaoke nights.
Ex Black Horse Pub, Colney Street
This pile of bricks has been lying here for a couple of years and a sign says that John and Jean are mine hosts. Strange. They also had karaoke nights.
Business premises on Watling Street, Colney Street This development has taken the place of an unwanted
petrol station. The business is said to be asset management and sports management.
Business premises on Watling Street, Colney Street
This development has taken the place of an unwanted petrol station. The business is said to be asset management and sports management.
The M25 taken from Lye Lane bridge  Smug Oak The Tenterden nursing home is just over on the right of the picture. The brown grass area was to have been a golf course but things went wrong.
The M25 taken from Lye Lane bridge Smug Oak
The Tenterden nursing home is just over on the right of the picture. The brown grass area was to have been a golf course but things went wrong.
Hedges Farm North Orbital Road A mixture of building types with an old stable {now superseded}
Hedges Farm North Orbital Road
A mixture of building types with an old stable {now superseded}
Hedges Farm  North Orbital Road This steel structure would be described as a Dutch Barn but usually they had  curved roofs.
Hedges Farm North Orbital Road
This steel structure would be described as a Dutch Barn but usually they had curved roofs.
Petrol filling station Park Street This station is visible from the North Orbital Rd
which carries heavy traffic
Petrol filling station Park Street
This station is visible from the North Orbital Rd which carries heavy traffic
Show me another place!

Frogmore is located at Grid Ref: TL1503 (Lat: 51.718015, Lng: -0.33484519)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: St. Albans

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.718015,-0.33484519
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Parking
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Bus Stop
Old Red Lion PH
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Bus Stop
Minster Court
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Pub
Old Red Lion
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Turning Loop
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Post Box
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Post Box
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Frogmore
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Wikipedia: en:Frogmore
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Park Street Village Sign
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Bench
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Bench
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Crossing
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Crossing
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