The Meadows

Downs, Moorland in Hertfordshire St. Albans

England

The Meadows

Matrix gantry M1 northbound Credit: Dave Thompson

The Meadows, Hertfordshire is a picturesque area located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. It is characterized by its rolling hills, vast downs, and expansive moorland. Covering a significant area, The Meadows offers a diverse and stunning landscape that attracts both locals and tourists alike.

The Downs of The Meadows are known for their gently sloping hills, which provide breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. These downs are covered in lush green grass and dotted with wildflowers, creating a vibrant and colorful scene during the warmer months. The area is popular among hikers and nature enthusiasts who can explore the numerous walking trails that wind through the downs.

The Moorland, on the other hand, presents a different atmosphere altogether. With its vast expanse of open land, the moorland is a haven for wildlife and a treat for birdwatchers. The area is home to a variety of bird species, including falcons, kestrels, and skylarks, making it a prime location for bird spotting. The moorland is also dotted with heather and gorse, adding a touch of purple and yellow hues to the landscape.

The Meadows, Hertfordshire is not only a natural beauty but also holds historical significance. It is believed to have been inhabited since ancient times, and remnants of ancient settlements and burial sites can still be found in the area, adding an element of intrigue to its charm.

Overall, The Meadows, Hertfordshire offers a stunning combination of downs and moorland, providing visitors with a serene and idyllic escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Whether it is hiking, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the beauty of nature, The Meadows offers something for everyone to appreciate.

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The Meadows Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.783827/-0.41614758 or Grid Reference TL0910. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Matrix gantry M1 northbound

Dave Thompson

Matrix gantry M1 northbound

Dave Thompson

Footbridge crossing M1 northbound

Dave Thompson

Aubrey Park Hotel, Hemel Hempstead Road

Bryn Holmes

Nickey Line M1 tunnel

Since the widening of the M1, the Nickey Line path goes through this concrete tunnel, far less photogenic than the old 'original M1 style' bridge which is now encased beneath the roadway above.

Bob Walters

Nickey Line tunnel

The south end of the new Nickey Line tunnel beneath the widened M1 motorway. During the widening the old original railway bridge was lined and extended with this less elegant concrete tunnel.

Bob Walters

Southbound M1 near to Redbourn

The M1 is a north–south motorway connecting London to Leeds, where it joins the A1(M) near Aberford. It was the first motorway to be completed in the United Kingdom. The motorway is 193 miles long and was constructed in four phases. Most of the motorway was opened between 1959 and 1968 but the southern end was extended in 1977 and the northern end was extended in 1999.

David Dixon

Farmhouse at Holtsmere End

This farm is obviously a profitable concern

Jack Hill

Clump of Trees in Gaddesden Lane.

Thank goodness the farmer hasn't seen fit to chop down and fill the hollow to ease passage of the combine harvester

Jack Hill

House at entrance to Great Revell's Farm

is this a Farmworkers cottage perhaps?

Jack Hill

Factory Farming at Little Revel end

The hens don't even have roof lights for comfort.

Jack Hill

Little Revelend Farm

Good vibrations despite the factory farm next door.

Jack Hill

House near to junction with Little Revelend and Hemel road

House shows signs of improvements and builders junk in the garden

Jack Hill

Bungalows at end of Gaddesden Lane

When the road became a river these bungalows were flooded and had to be protected by sandbag barricades

Jack Hill

Transmission line and Pylons over Gaddesden Lane

Think of all the power passing along those conductors and yet with hardly a sound except in wet weather.

Jack Hill

M1 Motorway near Redbourn

Viewed looking north from the Flamsteadbury Farm overbridge, this section of the motorway, between Junctions 8 and 9, is about to be widened to four lanes in each direction. Two wide swathes of land on either side have already been cleared of vegetation. The motorway currently carries an average of 160,000 vehicles per day between these junctions and is often subject to delays. The total cost of the improvement works is estimated to be about £214 million.

Nigel Cox

M1 Motorway near Redbourn

The southbound carriageway looking northwards from the Flamsteadbury Farm overbridge, with the outside lane coned off, and the swathe of land to the right for the widening already cleared of vegetation.

Nigel Cox

M1 Motorway near Redbourn

The northbound carriageway looking northwards from the Flamsteadbury Farm overbridge, with the outside lane coned off, and the swathe of land to the left for the widening already cleared of vegetation.

Nigel Cox

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The Meadows is located at Grid Ref: TL0910 (Lat: 51.783827, Lng: -0.41614758)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: St. Albans

Police Authority: Hertfordshire