Barley End

Settlement in Buckinghamshire

England

Barley End

Fallen tree near the Bridgewater Monument There are many gnarled fallen tree trunks in this part of the woods.
Fallen tree near the Bridgewater Monument Credit: Bob Walters

Barley End is a small village located in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated in the Aylesbury Vale district, it is nestled between the towns of Aylesbury and Leighton Buzzard. The village lies approximately 13 miles south of Milton Keynes and 36 miles northwest of London.

This quaint rural settlement is known for its picturesque countryside, featuring rolling hills, meandering streams, and lush green fields. Barley End is surrounded by a number of charming villages, such as Wingrave, Aston Abbotts, and Cublington.

The village itself consists of a cluster of traditional, stone-built cottages and a few modern homes. It has a close-knit community, with a population of around 300 residents. A sense of tranquility envelops the area, making it an ideal place for those seeking a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle.

Despite its small size, Barley End offers essential amenities to its inhabitants. The village boasts a local pub, The Barley Mow, which serves as a social hub for residents and visitors alike. There are also a few small businesses, including a local shop, that cater to the everyday needs of the community.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Barley End provides ample opportunities for exploring the surrounding countryside. The village is surrounded by walking trails and bridleways, making it a popular destination for hikers, cyclists, and horse riders.

Overall, Barley End offers a charming and picturesque countryside retreat, with its peaceful atmosphere, beautiful landscapes, and close-knit community.

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Barley End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.816561/-0.60391 or Grid Reference SP9614. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fallen tree near the Bridgewater Monument There are many gnarled fallen tree trunks in this part of the woods.
Fallen tree near the Bridgewater Monument
There are many gnarled fallen tree trunks in this part of the woods.
Bluebells in Dockey Wood There's always a good show here in spring - so much so that the National Trust has to limit access to the woods.
Bluebells in Dockey Wood
There's always a good show here in spring - so much so that the National Trust has to limit access to the woods.
Village Centre Pond and village centre, Aldbury.
Village Centre
Pond and village centre, Aldbury.
Stocks Farm Road junction north of Aldbury.
Stocks Farm
Road junction north of Aldbury.
Valiant Trooper Public House in Aldbury.
Valiant Trooper
Public House in Aldbury.
Aldbury Village Houses in Aldbury.
Aldbury Village
Houses in Aldbury.
St John the Baptist Church in Aldbury.
St John the Baptist
Church in Aldbury.
Station Road Near Tring.
Station Road
Near Tring.
Westland Farm Track near Tring station.
Westland Farm
Track near Tring station.
View eastwards from Stocks Road, Aldbury There was a pigeon in the tree.
View eastwards from Stocks Road, Aldbury
There was a pigeon in the tree.
Footpath at Church Farm, Aldbury
Footpath at Church Farm, Aldbury
Lane past the church, Aldbury I thought that this would be 'Church Lane' but apparently it is 'Station Road'. The arch on the left might have been built over a well. spring or trough.
Lane past the church, Aldbury
I thought that this would be 'Church Lane' but apparently it is 'Station Road'. The arch on the left might have been built over a well. spring or trough.
Ancient holloway, Ashridge Estate This is one of the ancient, possibly prehistoric, tracks used for driving livestock up onto the common from Pitstone village.
Ancient holloway, Ashridge Estate
This is one of the ancient, possibly prehistoric, tracks used for driving livestock up onto the common from Pitstone village.
Tree on Moneybury Hill, Ashridge Estate This tree has a massive branch coming out sideways and then turning upwards. The weight of the branch produces a huge shear force on the bend.
Tree on Moneybury Hill, Ashridge Estate
This tree has a massive branch coming out sideways and then turning upwards. The weight of the branch produces a huge shear force on the bend.
Tumulus on Moneybury Hill This is thought to be a 4000 year-old Bronze-Age round barrow. It has been fenced off to allow plants to grow and reduce erosion due to the pounding of many feet.
Tumulus on Moneybury Hill
This is thought to be a 4000 year-old Bronze-Age round barrow. It has been fenced off to allow plants to grow and reduce erosion due to the pounding of many feet.
B5406 near Ashridge Golf Club
B5406 near Ashridge Golf Club
New Road, Ringshall
New Road, Ringshall
Upper Icknield Way, Pitstone
Upper Icknield Way, Pitstone
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Barley End is located at Grid Ref: SP9614 (Lat: 51.816561, Lng: -0.60391)

Unitary Authority: Buckinghamshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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