Little Canfield

Settlement in Essex Uttlesford

England

Little Canfield

Little Canfield is a small village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated about three miles southeast of the town of Great Dunmow, the village is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the Uttlesford district. With a population of around 1,000 residents, Little Canfield exudes a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is known for its charming and traditional English architecture, with many of its buildings dating back several centuries. The centerpiece of the village is the St. Mary and Holy Cross Church, a medieval structure that adds to the historical character of the area. Surrounding the church is a well-maintained churchyard, providing a serene place for reflection.

Little Canfield offers a range of amenities to its residents, including a primary school, a village hall, and a post office. The village also boasts a local pub, The Three Horseshoes, which serves as a gathering place for both locals and visitors alike. The nearby countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking, cycling, and horse riding.

Transport links in Little Canfield are convenient, with easy access to major road networks. The village is located just off the A120, which connects it to nearby towns and provides a direct route to Stansted Airport, located less than three miles away.

Overall, Little Canfield provides a tranquil and idyllic living environment, making it an attractive place for those seeking a peaceful rural lifestyle within easy reach of urban amenities.

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Little Canfield Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.867429/0.28600239 or Grid Reference TL5721. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Copt Hall Cottage near Little Canfield, Essex

This is the view from Highcross Lane.

Robert Edwards

Derelict Building, South of Puttock's End

The pole in the foreground, shows where a gas pipeline runs.

Lorraine and Keith Bowdler

Crossroads in Takeley

The public house on the corner is The Four Ashes.

Trevor Harris

Approaching Little Canfield Church

On the path from High Cross Villas with All Saints Church ahead.

Trevor Harris

Railway bridge at Little Canfield

The bridge over Church Lane once carried a railway which is now the route of the Flitch Way out of Great Dunmow.

Trevor Harris

Bridge over a former railway on High Cross Lane West

Although the Flitch Way follows the route of the old railway line, it doesn't go under the road here - a detour has to be made to cross the road a little to the north of the bridge.

Trevor Harris

The Four Ashes

Public house in Takeley.

Ola

Flitch Way, near Great Dunmow

Here, the Flitch Way bends sharply to the right, so that it can cross the road on the level. When the railway was open, the road crossed the track over a bridge which is no longer here.

Malc McDonald

High Cross Lane West, near Great Dunmow

High Cross Lane West is a minor road in north Essex countryside. Here it reaches its junction with Stortford Road. Stortford Road was previously the A120, but a relief road has been built to take the A120 traffic. Stortford Road has been reclassified and is now the B1256. This image was taken in late October, as leaves were turning to autumnal shades of golden brown and falling from the trees.

Malc McDonald

High Cross Lane West, near Great Dunmow

High Cross Lane West is a minor road in north Essex countryside. Here, it climbs to cross over a railway line. However, the railway closed in 1952 and has been dismantled. The railway route is now a traffic-free walking and cycling path, the Flitch Way. The path to the left of the road, leading to the former railway route, is part of the Flitch Way.

Malc McDonald

Church Lane, Little Canfield, near Great Dunmow

Little Canfield is a small village in north Essex. This view was taken from Flitch Way, which follows the route of a dismantled railway. Here, the path uses a former railway bridge to pass over Church Lane. The church spire is visible in the background.

Malc McDonald

Flitch Way at Little Canfield, near Great Dunmow

A view eastwards along Flitch Way at Little Canfield. Here, a former railway bridge takes the path across a minor road.

Malc McDonald

Public footpath, Takeley, near Bishop's Stortford

A public footpath on the edge of the village of Takeley in north Essex.

Malc McDonald

Flitch Way, Takeley, near Bishop's Stortford

Flitch Way passing through the village of Takeley in north Essex. The bridge carrying a road over the path is a clear sign that the path is a former railway line.

Malc McDonald

Flitch Way, Takeley, near Bishop's Stortford

Flitch Way entering the site of Takeley railway station. A modern housing development occupies the site of the former railway goods yard. This image was taken on a late October day. Leaves were turning autumnal shades of golden yellow and falling from the trees as the winter months were approaching.

Malc McDonald

Takeley railway station

The former railway station at Takeley, in north Essex. The station closed to passengers in 1952. The building is currently disused. The former railway line is now a walking and cycling path, Flitch Way.

Malc McDonald

Flitch Way, Takeley, near Bishop's Stortford

This image of Flitch Way was taken from the site of Takeley railway station. The end of the station platform is visible to the right of the image. The bridge ahead carries a road across the former railway line.

Malc McDonald