Ickford

Settlement in Buckinghamshire

England

Ickford

River Thame in flood, 2014 Upstream of Ickford Bridge.
River Thame in flood, 2014 Credit: Robin Webster

Ickford is a small village located in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles south of the town of Thame, it lies within the Aylesbury Vale district. With a population of around 500 residents, Ickford is a close-knit community that offers a peaceful and picturesque setting.

The village is notable for its traditional architecture, with many buildings dating back to the 16th and 17th centuries. The local parish church, St. Nicholas Church, is a prominent feature and is believed to have been established in the 12th century. The village also boasts several historic houses and cottages, adding to its charm.

Surrounded by beautiful countryside, Ickford offers residents and visitors ample opportunities for outdoor activities. There are numerous footpaths and bridleways that wind through the rural landscape, making it an ideal destination for walkers and cyclists. The nearby River Thame is also popular for fishing and boating.

In terms of amenities, Ickford has a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub, The Rising Sun, which serves as a hub for social gatherings. The village is well-connected to neighboring towns and villages by road, with the A418 providing easy access to Thame, Aylesbury, and High Wycombe.

Overall, Ickford is a tranquil and historic village that offers a sense of community and a connection to the natural beauty of the Buckinghamshire countryside. Its rich heritage, picturesque setting, and rural charm make it an attractive place to live or visit.

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Ickford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.760168/-1.059268 or Grid Reference SP6507. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

River Thame in flood, 2014 Upstream of Ickford Bridge.
River Thame in flood, 2014
Upstream of Ickford Bridge.
River Thame in flood, 2014 Downstream of Ickford Bridge.
River Thame in flood, 2014
Downstream of Ickford Bridge.
Flooded fields by River Thame, 2014 Downstream of Ickford Bridge.
Flooded fields by River Thame, 2014
Downstream of Ickford Bridge.
Ickford church - north side St. Nicholas's is a grade I listed building, mostly 13th century.
Ickford church - north side
St. Nicholas's is a grade I listed building, mostly 13th century.
Footbridge and gate leaving Ickford churchyard On a footpath to Worminghall.
Footbridge and gate leaving Ickford churchyard
On a footpath to Worminghall.
Ickford church - north side St. Nicholas's is a grade I listed building, mostly 13th century.
Ickford church - north side
St. Nicholas's is a grade I listed building, mostly 13th century.
Ickford churchyard Snowdrops and crocuses, a bit early for daffodils.
Ickford churchyard
Snowdrops and crocuses, a bit early for daffodils.
Ickford church - south side St. Nicholas's is a grade I listed building, mostly 13th century.
Ickford church - south side
St. Nicholas's is a grade I listed building, mostly 13th century.
End of Church Road and churchyard gate, Ickford
End of Church Road and churchyard gate, Ickford
Lane from Tiddington to Waterstock
Lane from Tiddington to Waterstock
Worminghall church The church of St Peter and St Paul is a grade II*(star) listed building, originally Norman, but much tinkered with and rebuilt over the years.
Worminghall church
The church of St Peter and St Paul is a grade II*(star) listed building, originally Norman, but much tinkered with and rebuilt over the years.
Pasture, Ickford A footpath from Worminghall approaches the northern end of the village.
Pasture, Ickford
A footpath from Worminghall approaches the northern end of the village.
Pasture, Ickford Ridge and furrow survives in many of the fields around here.  Houses in Shabbington can be seen in the background.
Pasture, Ickford
Ridge and furrow survives in many of the fields around here. Houses in Shabbington can be seen in the background.
Farmland, Shabbington A footpath to the south-west of the village has reached drier arable land, a welcome change from very wet pasture on slightly lower ground to the west.
Farmland, Shabbington
A footpath to the south-west of the village has reached drier arable land, a welcome change from very wet pasture on slightly lower ground to the west.
Pasture, Tiddington Damp grassland on the Thame's floodplain is crossed by a footpath between Waterstock and Ickford.
Pasture, Tiddington
Damp grassland on the Thame's floodplain is crossed by a footpath between Waterstock and Ickford.
Farmland, Waterstock Buildings on the edge of Tiddington are glimpsed over a recently germinated cereal crop.
Farmland, Waterstock
Buildings on the edge of Tiddington are glimpsed over a recently germinated cereal crop.
Track in pasture, Ickford The bridleway north of Peacehaven Farm makes its way down a very narrow field (or is it just a very wide track?).
Track in pasture, Ickford
The bridleway north of Peacehaven Farm makes its way down a very narrow field (or is it just a very wide track?).
Long Crendon Road into Shabbington
Long Crendon Road into Shabbington
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Ickford is located at Grid Ref: SP6507 (Lat: 51.760168, Lng: -1.059268)

Unitary Authority: Buckinghamshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Nearby Amenities

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Turning Circle
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Fixme: ?building?
Source: npe
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Post Office
Ickford Post Office
Addr Postcode: HP18 9HY
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Ref Pol Id: 484
Source: photograph
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Community Centre
Ickford Village Hall
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Ickford Village Stores
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Source: photograph
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Ickford Village
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Ickford Village
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Ickford
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Population: 680
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Bus Stop
Ickford, Primary School
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Source Name: photograph
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Otmoor Electrical Ltd
Shop: electrical
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Pub
The Rising Sun
Beer Garden: yes
Operator: Adnams
Wikidata: Q26453496
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The Royal Oak
Disused: yes
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Post Box
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Bus Stop
Bus: yes
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Post Box
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Turning Circle
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Post Box
Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Type: private
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
Ref: HP18 212
Source: gps_survey;Bing
Source Ref: photograph
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Barrier: cycle_barrier
Foot: yes
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Bus Stop
Bench: no
Bus: yes
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Barrier: stile
Foot: yes
Lat/Long: 51.7634049/-1.0606447
Barrier: stile
Wheelchair: no
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