Appspond

Settlement in Hertfordshire St. Albans

England

Appspond

M1/M25 Junction It's noisy, hostile and bleak but the motorway junction occupies about half the entire grid square so is the dominating feature. Photo taken looking South down the M1 from the bridge at TL115038.
M1/M25 Junction Credit: Rob Hinkley

Appspond is a small village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles east of the town of Hemel Hempstead, Appspond is known for its picturesque countryside and charming rural atmosphere. The village is surrounded by green fields and rolling hills, offering residents and visitors a tranquil setting away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Despite its small size, Appspond boasts a close-knit community that takes great pride in maintaining the village's character and heritage. The architecture in Appspond is predominantly traditional, with many old cottages and houses displaying historic charm.

The village is home to a number of amenities that serve the local population. These include a post office, a village hall, and a primary school, providing essential services for residents. Additionally, Appspond benefits from its proximity to nearby towns, which offer a wider range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. Appspond is located close to expansive woodlands, making it a popular destination for walking, hiking, and cycling. The village is also in close proximity to the Ashridge Estate, a National Trust property with beautiful landscapes, ancient woodlands, and historic sites.

Appspond's idyllic location and sense of community make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful and rural lifestyle in Hertfordshire.

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Appspond Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.737481/-0.3895414 or Grid Reference TL1105. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

M1/M25 Junction It's noisy, hostile and bleak but the motorway junction occupies about half the entire grid square so is the dominating feature. Photo taken looking South down the M1 from the bridge at TL115038.
M1/M25 Junction
It's noisy, hostile and bleak but the motorway junction occupies about half the entire grid square so is the dominating feature. Photo taken looking South down the M1 from the bridge at TL115038.
Pylon and copse Looking North from TL117043, we see the power lines jump over a little copse. That's pretty much the most significant landmark in the grid square.
Pylon and copse
Looking North from TL117043, we see the power lines jump over a little copse. That's pretty much the most significant landmark in the grid square.
Farmland, farmland... Looking NW from the track at TL107064 by Hill End Farm (buildings at right).
Farmland, farmland...
Looking NW from the track at TL107064 by Hill End Farm (buildings at right).
The 'Holly Bush' at Potters Crouch The 'Holly Bush' pub at Potters Crouch: a village of about 4 houses.
And yes, Potters Crouch is its real name - I'm not making it up.
The 'Holly Bush' at Potters Crouch
The 'Holly Bush' pub at Potters Crouch: a village of about 4 houses. And yes, Potters Crouch is its real name - I'm not making it up.
Barn-like house, Potters Crouch Looking East into Potters Crouch on the road from Bedmond (at TL114052).
Barn-like house, Potters Crouch
Looking East into Potters Crouch on the road from Bedmond (at TL114052).
Potterscrouch Plantations Looking East from the forestry track in Potterscrouch Plantations at TL104047.
Potterscrouch Plantations
Looking East from the forestry track in Potterscrouch Plantations at TL104047.
Plantation Looking SW from the track through the woods at TL104047.
Plantation
Looking SW from the track through the woods at TL104047.
New growth in plantation Looking E along the track in the woods at about TL105053. Not the classiest woods, mind you - they seem to be a popular venue for fly-tipping and burning cars, to judge by patches of wreckage.
New growth in plantation
Looking E along the track in the woods at about TL105053. Not the classiest woods, mind you - they seem to be a popular venue for fly-tipping and burning cars, to judge by patches of wreckage.
Daneswick farm buildings Looking SE from TL122046
Daneswick farm buildings
Looking SE from TL122046
Road from Potters Crouch to Chiswell Green Looking East from TL123052 with copse on the right, open field and then woods on the left.
Road from Potters Crouch to Chiswell Green
Looking East from TL123052 with copse on the right, open field and then woods on the left.
No Access by this route The log blocks what used to be a layby when the road was straightened but now it has been deleted for safety's sake
No Access by this route
The log blocks what used to be a layby when the road was straightened but now it has been deleted for safety's sake
The composting facility This establishment with the huge piles of composting material implies that the stuff isn't 
getting into the commercial circuit.
The composting facility
This establishment with the huge piles of composting material implies that the stuff isn't getting into the commercial circuit.
The edge of the town This view from Bedmond Lane shows the abrupt demarcation between housing estate and farmland.
The edge of the town
This view from Bedmond Lane shows the abrupt demarcation between housing estate and farmland.
Bridge over Beechtree Lane The design of this bridge carrying the M10 just before it merges with the M1 is typical of the period with the rustications
Bridge over Beechtree Lane
The design of this bridge carrying the M10 just before it merges with the M1 is typical of the period with the rustications
Private Road into Prae Wood off  A 4147 The impression given is that a timber conversion plant is just beyond the turn. This is the Gorhambury Estate.
Private Road into Prae Wood off A 4147
The impression given is that a timber conversion plant is just beyond the turn. This is the Gorhambury Estate.
Harthall Lane from Bedmond Road Hemel Hempstead transmitter tower visible in distance - <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://tx.mb21.co.uk/gallery/hemelhempstead/index.asp" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://tx.mb21.co.uk/gallery/hemelhempstead/index.asp">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> for details
Harthall Lane from Bedmond Road
Hemel Hempstead transmitter tower visible in distance - LinkExternal link for details
Fields - from Bedmond Road The St Albans/Three Rivers district boundary runs through these fields.   Potters Crouch Plantation in distance.   Nice bright day here but meanwhile the Sunderland v Fulham football match was abandoned due to snow!
Fields - from Bedmond Road
The St Albans/Three Rivers district boundary runs through these fields. Potters Crouch Plantation in distance. Nice bright day here but meanwhile the Sunderland v Fulham football match was abandoned due to snow!
Transmitter Mast There was nobody living near to object to this mast.   The trees in the far distance are Prea Wood and just in front of it lies the A4147.
Transmitter Mast
There was nobody living near to object to this mast. The trees in the far distance are Prea Wood and just in front of it lies the A4147.
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Appspond is located at Grid Ref: TL1105 (Lat: 51.737481, Lng: -0.3895414)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: St. Albans

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

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Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 07:00
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: AL2 79
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
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Potters Crouch
Is In: Hertfordshire
Place: hamlet
Wikidata: Q7235316
Wikipedia: en:Potters Crouch
Lat/Long: 51.73441/-0.3846145
Source: Bing
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Source: Bing
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Speed Camera
Direction: 157.5
Maxspeed: 70 mph
Maxspeed Type: GB:motorway
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Speed Camera
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Speed Camera
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Maxspeed Type: GB:motorway
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Speed Camera
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Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P860
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Street Lamp
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Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Lamp Model: CU Phosco P860
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P860
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Lamp Model: CU Phosco P860
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P860
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Lamp Model: CU Phosco P860
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Lamp Model: CU Phosco P860
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
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Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P860
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
Lat/Long: 51.7337845/-0.3921062
Street Lamp
Lamp Model: CU Phosco P860
Lamp Type: LED
Source: Survey of 2019-02-22
Lat/Long: 51.733397/-0.3919741
Direction: 160
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: ground
Power: generator
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Speed Camera
Maxspeed: 70 mph
Maxspeed Type: GB:motorway
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Marker: post
Substance: oil
Utility: oil
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Utility: oil
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