Fulmer

Settlement in Buckinghamshire

England

Fulmer

On the M40 heading west
On the M40 heading west Credit: Rob Purvis

Fulmer is a picturesque village located in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles northwest of Gerrards Cross, it is nestled within the scenic Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is home to a population of around 400 residents, offering a tight-knit and peaceful community.

Fulmer is characterized by its idyllic rural setting, comprising charming cottages, historic buildings, and sprawling green landscapes. The heart of the village is centered around the 13th-century St. James' Church, an architectural gem that serves as a focal point for both religious and community events. The churchyard is a tranquil spot, providing a serene place for reflection.

The village is surrounded by rich agricultural land, with open fields and patches of woodland offering delightful opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, or horse riding. The nearby Black Park Country Park provides further recreational amenities, including a lake, woodlands, and various trails.

Despite its small size, Fulmer benefits from its proximity to neighboring towns and villages. Gerrards Cross offers a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and a railway station providing convenient access to London and other major cities. The village is also well-connected by road, with the nearby M40 and M25 motorways allowing for easy travel to other parts of the country.

Overall, Fulmer is a charming and serene village that offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, historic charm, and a close-knit community. It is an ideal place for those seeking tranquility and a rural lifestyle while still enjoying the convenience of nearby amenities.

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Fulmer Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.55994/-0.563007 or Grid Reference SU9985. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

On the M40 heading west
On the M40 heading west
Church Row, Fulmer These houses are across the road from the church
Church Row, Fulmer
These houses are across the road from the church
St James Church, Fulmer This brick church was built in 1610
St James Church, Fulmer
This brick church was built in 1610
House in  Gerrards Cross This is an area of detached houses, all individual designs, set back from the road,  surrounded by hedges and trees
House in Gerrards Cross
This is an area of detached houses, all individual designs, set back from the road, surrounded by hedges and trees
Fulmer Drive, Gerrards Cross There are houses set back among the trees either side of this road in an urban area.
Fulmer Drive, Gerrards Cross
There are houses set back among the trees either side of this road in an urban area.
Windsor Road, Gerrards Cross This is at the southern fringe of the town, looking south with the road about to go down into the Alderbourne valley and under the M40 motorway. There are houses set back among the trees.
Windsor Road, Gerrards Cross
This is at the southern fringe of the town, looking south with the road about to go down into the Alderbourne valley and under the M40 motorway. There are houses set back among the trees.
Parkside Cemetery of South Bucks District Council This modern cemetery is designed for ease of maintenance. Memorials are flat in the ground to make it easy to mow the grass, and also to avoid the possible safety hazard of stones toppling over.
Parkside Cemetery of South Bucks District Council
This modern cemetery is designed for ease of maintenance. Memorials are flat in the ground to make it easy to mow the grass, and also to avoid the possible safety hazard of stones toppling over.
Stoke Common heathland This common is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) - "an area of wet and dry heath on glacial gravels over London clay". See the English Nature website for more information.
Stoke Common heathland
This common is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) - "an area of wet and dry heath on glacial gravels over London clay". See the English Nature website for more information.
Farm near Hedgerley Park This photo is taken from the B416 just south of the M40 Motorway.
Farm near Hedgerley Park
This photo is taken from the B416 just south of the M40 Motorway.
Rowley Wood - Path adjacent to Rowley Lane
Rowley Wood - Path adjacent to Rowley Lane
Framewood Manor - Gatehouse
Framewood Manor - Gatehouse
Houses East of Sefton Park Taken from Farthing Green Lane - looking North East
Houses East of Sefton Park
Taken from Farthing Green Lane - looking North East
The Stag at Wexham Street
The Stag at Wexham Street
Fulmer Village Hall Opened by Princess Alexandra in March 1957, so it celebrates its 50th birthday this year. The mileages on the sign read Wexham 2 Slough 4 to the left and Gerrards Cross 2 to the right.
Fulmer Village Hall
Opened by Princess Alexandra in March 1957, so it celebrates its 50th birthday this year. The mileages on the sign read Wexham 2 Slough 4 to the left and Gerrards Cross 2 to the right.
Fulmer: Black Horse public house & the church of St James Saints and sinners in Fulmer. The Black Horse is a Greene King pub on Windmill Road. The building was constructed about 1610 to house builders working on the church next door. The pub has an excellent website here <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.blackhorsepublichouse.co.uk/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.blackhorsepublichouse.co.uk/">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>
Fulmer: Black Horse public house & the church of St James
Saints and sinners in Fulmer. The Black Horse is a Greene King pub on Windmill Road. The building was constructed about 1610 to house builders working on the church next door. The pub has an excellent website here LinkExternal link
Stoke Poges: The Rose & Crown public house A Greene King pub on the north side of Hollybush Hill.
Stoke Poges: The Rose & Crown public house
A Greene King pub on the north side of Hollybush Hill.
St. James Church, Fulmer, Bucks If you stood there as well, you too could've heard the bells ringing for Sunday worship.
St. James Church, Fulmer, Bucks
If you stood there as well, you too could've heard the bells ringing for Sunday worship.
Fulmer Road, Fulmer
Fulmer Road, Fulmer
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Fulmer is located at Grid Ref: SU9985 (Lat: 51.55994, Lng: -0.563007)

Unitary Authority: Buckinghamshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.55994,-0.563007
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Lat/Long: 51.5635796/-0.5658617
Fulmer
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Direction: 130
Generator Method: photovoltaic
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Generator Solar Modules: 24
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Crossing
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Telephone
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Listed Status: Grade II
Man Made: telephone_box
Tourism: museum
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Board Type: notice
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Access: yes
Barrier: kissing_gate
Bicycle: no
Foot: yes
Horse: no
Motor Vehicle: no
Lat/Long: 51.5613201/-0.5597282
Cafe
Fixme: unsure if different name to farm shop
Lat/Long: 51.5607552/-0.5602347
Defibrillator
Defibrillator Location: Village Hall Car Park, outside side entrance
Emergency: defibrillator
Lat/Long: 51.5616549/-0.5597439
Post Box
Note: yellow, not sure if that's important
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: yes
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Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Post Box Type: yes
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Lat/Long: 51.5578853/-0.56536
Bus Stop
The Black Horse PH
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 51.561255/-0.5608909
Bus Stop
The Black Horse PH
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 51.5609868/-0.5613329
Bus Stop
Old Post Office
Bus: yes
Public Transport: platform
Lat/Long: 51.5623105/-0.5573475
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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