Ayres End

Settlement in Hertfordshire St. Albans

England

Ayres End

Alzey Gardens Late 20th Century housing off Pigottshill Lane/Wheathampstead Road.
Alzey Gardens Credit: Ian Capper

Ayres End is a small village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles east of the town of Hemel Hempstead, Ayres End is nestled in a rural setting surrounded by beautiful countryside and farmland.

The village itself is characterized by its charming and picturesque atmosphere, with traditional cottages and houses lining the quiet streets. The community is small and tight-knit, fostering a strong sense of community spirit among its residents.

Despite its tranquil ambiance, Ayres End benefits from its convenient proximity to nearby amenities. The town of Hemel Hempstead offers a wide range of services, including shopping centers, supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure facilities. Additionally, the village is well-connected to major transportation routes, with the A41 and M1 motorway just a short drive away, providing easy access to London and other major cities.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in the surrounding area. Ayres End is located near the Chiltern Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering numerous opportunities for hiking, cycling, and enjoying the scenic landscapes. The nearby Ashridge Estate, managed by the National Trust, provides further outdoor recreational activities, including woodland walks and wildlife spotting.

In conclusion, Ayres End is a tranquil and idyllic village in Hertfordshire, offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life while still providing convenient access to modern amenities and natural beauty.

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Alzey Gardens Late 20th Century housing off Pigottshill Lane/Wheathampstead Road.
Alzey Gardens
Late 20th Century housing off Pigottshill Lane/Wheathampstead Road.
Aldwickbury School Boys' prep school which in the c.1940s moved to the Victorian mansion of Aldwickbury (named Highfirs until the early 20th Century).  Seen here is the lodge by the driveway off Wheathamptead Road.
Aldwickbury School
Boys' prep school which in the c.1940s moved to the Victorian mansion of Aldwickbury (named Highfirs until the early 20th Century). Seen here is the lodge by the driveway off Wheathamptead Road.
Wheathampstead Road c.1960s housing along a service road separated from the main Wheathampstead Road by the line of trees on the right.
Wheathampstead Road
c.1960s housing along a service road separated from the main Wheathampstead Road by the line of trees on the right.
Topstreet Way c.1930s housing.
Topstreet Way
c.1930s housing.
Sandridge : Heartwood Forest
Sandridge : Heartwood Forest
Sandridge : Heartwood Forest bluebells
Sandridge : Heartwood Forest bluebells
Southdown Road, Harpenden
Southdown Road, Harpenden
Large house on Wheathampstead Road, Harpenden I think I could manage to live here.
Large house on Wheathampstead Road, Harpenden
I think I could manage to live here.
Houses on Wheathampstead Road, Harpenden These are very similar to some in Hampstead Garden Suburb.
Houses on Wheathampstead Road, Harpenden
These are very similar to some in Hampstead Garden Suburb.
Southdown Road, Harpenden
Southdown Road, Harpenden
Southdown Road, Harpenden
Southdown Road, Harpenden
Southdown Road, Harpenden
Southdown Road, Harpenden
Southdown Road, Harpenden Looking towards Walkers Road
Southdown Road, Harpenden
Looking towards Walkers Road
Entrance gates, Sandridgebury Entrance gate on the lane leading to Sandridgebury Farm, though not the entrance to the farm.
Entrance gates, Sandridgebury
Entrance gate on the lane leading to Sandridgebury Farm, though not the entrance to the farm.
Skew Bridge Southdown Rd  Harpenden When railways crossed roads at an angle the brickwork was skewed to accept the different forces.
Skew Bridge Southdown Rd Harpenden
When railways crossed roads at an angle the brickwork was skewed to accept the different forces.
Cross Farm  Harpenden There seemed to be a fair amount of pony riding activity in the yard. The sun always seems to be wrong hey ho.
Cross Farm Harpenden
There seemed to be a fair amount of pony riding activity in the yard. The sun always seems to be wrong hey ho.
The house at Cross Farm Harpenden This design seems to be Elizabethan
The house at Cross Farm Harpenden
This design seems to be Elizabethan
The Grove Harpenden It looks like some form of rest home but I'm not too sure.
The Grove Harpenden
It looks like some form of rest home but I'm not too sure.
Show me another place!

Ayres End is located at Grid Ref: TL1512 (Lat: 51.79709, Lng: -0.32468285)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: St. Albans

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Ayres End
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