Bardfield, Little

Settlement in Essex Uttlesford

England

Bardfield, Little

Footpath Footpath south of Great Bardfield, Essex.
Footpath Credit: Keith Evans

Bardfield, Little is a small village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated approximately 45 miles northeast of London, this rural settlement is part of the district of Uttlesford. With a population of around 700 residents, Bardfield, Little offers a peaceful and close-knit community environment.

The village is known for its picturesque countryside, characterized by rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming country lanes. Surrounded by farmland, Bardfield, Little retains its traditional English village charm with a scattering of historic houses and thatched cottages. The village center features a medieval church, St. Mary the Virgin, which stands as a testament to the area's rich history.

Despite its small size, Bardfield, Little is not lacking in amenities. The village boasts a local pub, The Bell Inn, which serves as a social hub for residents and visitors alike. The pub offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere, serving traditional pub fare and a selection of local ales.

The area surrounding Bardfield, Little is a haven for nature enthusiasts. The nearby Great Bardfield Nature Reserve provides an opportunity for residents to explore and enjoy the local wildlife and natural beauty. Additionally, the village is well-connected to larger towns and cities, with good transport links to nearby Braintree and Chelmsford.

Overall, Bardfield, Little offers a tranquil and idyllic countryside escape, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a slower pace of life and a strong sense of community.

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Bardfield, Little Images

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Footpath Footpath south of Great Bardfield, Essex.
Footpath
Footpath south of Great Bardfield, Essex.
Old Wooden Trailer Old wooden trailer near to Great Bardfield, Essex.
Old Wooden Trailer
Old wooden trailer near to Great Bardfield, Essex.
Footpath Marker Post Footpath marker post and footpath; the route has changed from that on the map near to Great Bardfield, Essex.
Footpath Marker Post
Footpath marker post and footpath; the route has changed from that on the map near to Great Bardfield, Essex.
Field by Dunmow Road, Great Bardfield
Field by Dunmow Road, Great Bardfield
Field by Dunmow Road, Great Bardfield
Field by Dunmow Road, Great Bardfield
Sunset over Dunmow Road, Oxen End
Sunset over Dunmow Road, Oxen End
Looking across Dunmow Road This is unnamed lane leads off the B1057 (Dunmow Road) to pass Fann's Farm and back again to meet Dunmow Road here.
Looking across Dunmow Road
This is unnamed lane leads off the B1057 (Dunmow Road) to pass Fann's Farm and back again to meet Dunmow Road here.
Bridleway at Oxen End This bridleway leads away from the B1057 (Dunmow Road) here at Oxen End to eventually reach Little Bardfield.
Bridleway at Oxen End
This bridleway leads away from the B1057 (Dunmow Road) here at Oxen End to eventually reach Little Bardfield.
B1057 towards Great Bardfield The hamlet of Oxen End is just round the bend.
B1057 towards Great Bardfield
The hamlet of Oxen End is just round the bend.
Entering Great Bardfield from the Dunmow direction The festival signs are a week out of date.
Entering Great Bardfield from the Dunmow direction
The festival signs are a week out of date.
Direction Sign – Signpost on the B1057 Dunmow Road in Little Bardfield parish Located on a grass triangle on the east side of a T junction of the B1057 Dunmow Road and a minor road to Fann's Farm in Little Bardfield parish. 1 arm and no finial. Restored by Steve Willing in 2021.


Milestone Society National ID: EX_TL6629
Direction Sign – Signpost on the B1057 Dunmow Road in Little Bardfield parish
Located on a grass triangle on the east side of a T junction of the B1057 Dunmow Road and a minor road to Fann's Farm in Little Bardfield parish. 1 arm and no finial. Restored by Steve Willing in 2021. Milestone Society National ID: EX_TL6629
Old phone box, Little Bardfield The photo is taken from just inside TL6530 - however the main feature is the old red phone box which is just inside the square I have submitted this for.
Old phone box, Little Bardfield
The photo is taken from just inside TL6530 - however the main feature is the old red phone box which is just inside the square I have submitted this for.
Main Street, Great Bardfield Looking north on the B1057 to the village centre.
Main Street, Great Bardfield
Looking north on the B1057 to the village centre.
St. Katherine's church, Little Bardfield, Essex This church stands in a very pleasant setting next to Little Bardfield Hall. It has a very fine late Anglo-Saxon tower.
St. Katherine's church, Little Bardfield, Essex
This church stands in a very pleasant setting next to Little Bardfield Hall. It has a very fine late Anglo-Saxon tower.
Chequers, Little Bardfield, Essex A very handsome timber-framed house with a date of 1609, though parts could be older.
Chequers, Little Bardfield, Essex
A very handsome timber-framed house with a date of 1609, though parts could be older.
Cottages, Great Bardfield High Street. Thatch and exposed half-timbering in old cottages in the centre of this attractive Essex village.
Cottages, Great Bardfield High Street.
Thatch and exposed half-timbering in old cottages in the centre of this attractive Essex village.
Stones Farm Looking along the Great Bardfield - Thaxted road.  The building directly facing the photographer is Stones Farm, the one to the right behind the trees is called Stones Corner; the location is just marked as 'Stones' on the OS map.
Stones Farm
Looking along the Great Bardfield - Thaxted road. The building directly facing the photographer is Stones Farm, the one to the right behind the trees is called Stones Corner; the location is just marked as 'Stones' on the OS map.
'The Vine' public house at Great Bardfield, Essex On the left of the picture is the village war memorial.
'The Vine' public house at Great Bardfield, Essex
On the left of the picture is the village war memorial.
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Bardfield, Little is located at Grid Ref: TL6530 (Lat: 51.95121, Lng: 0.413549)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Uttlesford

Police Authority: Essex

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