Langham

Settlement in Essex Colchester

England

Langham

Old Milestone, Old Ipswich Road (Was A12), 240m South of Harts Lane Junction The milestone is located in front of the PRM Commercials garage on the east side of road. Parish of Ardleigh (Tendring District). Carved stone post, erected by the Chelmsford (Division of Essex First District) turnpike trust in the 19th century.

Inscription is now largely eroded but the following is discernible on the front face:- Ardleigh

Listed grade II, list entry number:1147792 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1147792" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1147792">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>
Essex HER listed. SMR Number: 15743 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MEX1009948&amp;resourceID=1001" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MEX1009948&amp;resourceID=1001">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>

The milestone was found by a Milestone Society member fallen, probably following local flooding, and was re-erected by a working party from the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings in August 2021.

Milestone Society National ID: EX_COIP55 — Old Milestone, Old Ipswich Road (Was A12), 240m South of Harts Lane Junction Credit: Mike Bardell

Langham is a small village located in the Tendring district of Essex, England. Situated approximately four miles west of the town of Colchester, it lies within the East of England region. The village has a population of around 800 residents.

Langham is known for its picturesque countryside, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscapes. The village is bordered by open fields and meadows, providing a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere for its residents. The area is also famous for its historic buildings, with some dating back to the 16th century.

One of the most notable landmarks in Langham is St. Mary's Church, a Grade I listed building that showcases outstanding architectural features. The church, built in the 14th century, has a rich history and attracts visitors with its beautiful stained glass windows and intricate stone carvings.

Despite its small size, Langham boasts a strong community spirit, with various social and recreational activities available for residents. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub, providing essential amenities for its inhabitants. Additionally, Langham is well-connected to surrounding towns and cities, with regular bus services and easy access to major road networks.

Langham offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a rural lifestyle, while still being within reach of urban amenities. Its rich history, natural beauty, and close-knit community make it a desirable place to live for many people in Essex.

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Langham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.947637/0.95067473 or Grid Reference TM0231. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milestone, Old Ipswich Road (Was A12), 240m South of Harts Lane Junction

The milestone is located in front of the PRM Commercials garage on the east side of road. Parish of Ardleigh (Tendring District). Carved stone post, erected by the Chelmsford (Division of Essex First District) turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription is now largely eroded but the following is discernible on the front face:- Ardleigh Listed grade II, list entry number:1147792 Link

Essex HER listed. SMR Number: 15743 Link

The milestone was found by a Milestone Society member fallen, probably following local flooding, and was re-erected by a working party from the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings in August 2021. Milestone Society National ID: EX_COIP55

Mike Bardell

Field north of Birchwood Road

Robin Webster

National Cycle Network Milestone Langham

Rowe Type National Cycle Network Milepost on Route 1 in Langham, Near Colchester, Essex. 1000 Millennium cast iron mileposts were funded by the Royal Bank of Scotland to mark the creation of the National Cycle Network, and found along the cycles routes through the UK. There are four different types of posts, "Fossil Tree" by John Mills, "The Cockerel" by Iain McColl, "Rowe Type" by Andrew Rowe, and "Tracks" by David Dudgeon. The four artists are from each country of the UK though all posts can be found in all four countries.

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Langham Footpath #3

The path leads to Stratford St Mary

Glyn Baker

Footpath #3 Langham

TM0233 : Langham Footpath #3 starts in Stratford St Mary and ends in a junction with Boxted path #15 and Langham #18 a few hundred metres from here.

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Thatched Cottage at Whalebone Corner

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Bridleway to Glebe Farm

This is Langham path #20.

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Path to Langham Hall

This is Langham Footpath #2 it merges with Langham #3 and comes out in Stratford St Mary.

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The road to Bloomfield's Farm

Robert Edwards

Langham village sign, Essex

Langham lies just west of the A12 near the Essex/Suffolk border.

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'Shepherd & Dog' public house, Langham, Essex

This is now the only remaining pub in Langham. It stands on the corner of Moor Road and High Street and was built in 1928.

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St. Mary's church, Langham, Essex

This church has a Norman nave with a later 13th century tower and 14th century south aisle. The painter, John Constable, lived near here and often sat at the top of this tower to do his work. The church stands in a lovely setting close to Langham hall and Langham farm.

Robert Edwards

Thatched cottages at Lamb Corner, Essex

The road in this picture is the B1029 and Lamb Corner lies between Dedham and Ardleigh.

Robert Edwards

A.12 underpass near Langham, Essex

This slip road joins the A.12 London bound.

Robert Edwards

Boxted Memorial

This memorial stands just outside TM0130 : Boxted Airfield, part of the monument consists of three runway lights, The dedication is shown at TM0131 : Boxted Plaque. In the background you can see what remains of TM0130 : Boxted Main Runway.

Glyn Baker