Saunderton

Settlement in Buckinghamshire

England

Saunderton

Houses on Chinnor Road, Bledlow Ridge
Houses on Chinnor Road, Bledlow Ridge Credit: David Howard

Saunderton is a small village located in the county of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 35 miles northwest of London, it is part of the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is nestled in a picturesque valley, surrounded by rolling countryside and beautiful woodlands.

With a population of around 1,200 residents, Saunderton has a close-knit community atmosphere. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of historic cottages and more modern houses. The local architecture reflects the area's rich heritage, with some buildings dating back to the 17th century.

Saunderton is well-connected, with its own train station providing direct links to London Marylebone and other major cities. This makes it an attractive location for commuters looking for a peaceful rural lifestyle within easy reach of the capital.

The village offers a range of amenities, including a primary school, a church, and a village hall. There are also several small businesses, such as a convenience store and a post office, serving the local community.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of walking and cycling trails in the surrounding countryside. The nearby Chiltern Hills provide opportunities for outdoor activities, including hiking and birdwatching. Saunderton is also within easy reach of several National Trust properties, such as Hughenden Manor and West Wycombe Park, offering cultural and historical attractions.

Overall, Saunderton offers a tranquil and idyllic setting, with its rural charm and convenient location, making it a desirable place to live for those seeking a balance between countryside living and urban accessibility.

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Saunderton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.675212/-0.82395332 or Grid Reference SU8198. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Houses on Chinnor Road, Bledlow Ridge
Houses on Chinnor Road, Bledlow Ridge
View from near Bledlow Ridge (1) This photo shows a typical Chiltern view looking north west towards Yoesden Wood and Radnage from the path between Bledlow Ridge and Bottom Wood.
View from near Bledlow Ridge (1)
This photo shows a typical Chiltern view looking north west towards Yoesden Wood and Radnage from the path between Bledlow Ridge and Bottom Wood.
View from near Bledlow Ridge (2) This photo shows the view looking north west from the path between Bledlow Ridge and Bottom Road. It is a typical Chiltern view with rolling fields and woods. On the horizon towards the left of the photo, can just be seen the BT radio tower West of Stokenchurch, SU7496 refers.
View from near Bledlow Ridge (2)
This photo shows the view looking north west from the path between Bledlow Ridge and Bottom Road. It is a typical Chiltern view with rolling fields and woods. On the horizon towards the left of the photo, can just be seen the BT radio tower West of Stokenchurch, SU7496 refers.
Chiltern View near Saunderton Looking north east from Bledlow Ridge. The buildings centre left are in Saunderton Lee, the white line centre right is a train.
Chiltern View near Saunderton
Looking north east from Bledlow Ridge. The buildings centre left are in Saunderton Lee, the white line centre right is a train.
Former KX300 Telephone Kiosk in Bledlow Ridge Situated in Chinnor Road, HP14 4AJ, this telephone kiosk has a BT notice on the right hand side indicating that the kiosk will shortly be removed due to lack of usage. The former BT Piper logo can just be seen on each side of the kiosk. Update: the telephone kiosk has since been removed from this location in Bledlow Ridge.
Former KX300 Telephone Kiosk in Bledlow Ridge
Situated in Chinnor Road, HP14 4AJ, this telephone kiosk has a BT notice on the right hand side indicating that the kiosk will shortly be removed due to lack of usage. The former BT Piper logo can just be seen on each side of the kiosk. Update: the telephone kiosk has since been removed from this location in Bledlow Ridge.
Chinnor Road, Bledlow Ridge The main street through the village. The Chiltern Way crosses it at this point.
Chinnor Road, Bledlow Ridge
The main street through the village. The Chiltern Way crosses it at this point.
St Paul's Church, Bledlow Ridge A Grade II listed church dating from 1868.
St Paul's Church, Bledlow Ridge
A Grade II listed church dating from 1868.
Chinnor Road through Bledlow Ridge Towards Chinnor.
Chinnor Road through Bledlow Ridge
Towards Chinnor.
Trains passing at Saunderton Station Looking south from the station footbridge, the 1156 train for London Marylebone consisting of units 165008 and 165027 departs as a Marylebone to Oxford train headed by unit 165036 passes through the platforms.
Trains passing at Saunderton Station
Looking south from the station footbridge, the 1156 train for London Marylebone consisting of units 165008 and 165027 departs as a Marylebone to Oxford train headed by unit 165036 passes through the platforms.
Railway bridge over Haw Lane This bridge carries the Chiltern Main Line across Haw Lane, north of Saunderton Station.  It was built in the early 1900's to replace the old Wycombe Railway single line bridge.  The bridge has had replacement concrete decks fitted in recent years, but the old abutments of the Wycombe railway bridge are still present in the foreground.
Railway bridge over Haw Lane
This bridge carries the Chiltern Main Line across Haw Lane, north of Saunderton Station. It was built in the early 1900's to replace the old Wycombe Railway single line bridge. The bridge has had replacement concrete decks fitted in recent years, but the old abutments of the Wycombe railway bridge are still present in the foreground.
Field path on Slough Hill Straight as an arrow, this path leads downhill towards Saunderton station.
Field path on Slough Hill
Straight as an arrow, this path leads downhill towards Saunderton station.
Wycombe Road at the corner of Lee Road
Wycombe Road at the corner of Lee Road
Little Lane, Saunderton Lee
Little Lane, Saunderton Lee
Lee Road, Saunderton Lee
Lee Road, Saunderton Lee
Little Lane, Loosley Row
Little Lane, Loosley Row
Farmland, Bradenham A footpath follows the field's edge on the approach to Smalldean Farm.
Farmland, Bradenham
A footpath follows the field's edge on the approach to Smalldean Farm.
Pasture, Bradenham The hillside above Munt's Wood with a view across to Bledlow Ridge.
Pasture, Bradenham
The hillside above Munt's Wood with a view across to Bledlow Ridge.
Farmland, Saunderton Fields of wheat and woodland viewed from the southern side of Slough Hill.
Farmland, Saunderton
Fields of wheat and woodland viewed from the southern side of Slough Hill.
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Saunderton is located at Grid Ref: SU8198 (Lat: 51.675212, Lng: -0.82395332)

Unitary Authority: Buckinghamshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.675212,-0.82395332
Saunderton
Naptan AtcoCode: 9100SUNDRTN
Network: National Rail
Network Website: https://www.nationalrail.co.uk/stations/sdr/
Network Wikidata: Q26334
Public Transport: station
Railway: station
Ref Crs: SDR
Train: yes
Wikidata: Q2740928
Wikipedia: en:Saunderton railway station
Lat/Long: 51.6759885/-0.8254447
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:30; Sa 09:30
Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: wall
Ref: HP14 165
Royal Cypher: GR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102273
Source: survey
Survey Date: 2016-03-19
Lat/Long: 51.6751133/-0.8245232
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.6724223/-0.8277005
Pub
The Golden Cross
Addr Postcode: HP14 4HU
Addr Street: Wycombe Road
Fhrs Authority: Wycombe
Source: bing
Website: https://www.goldencrosspub.co.uk/
Lat/Long: 51.6749672/-0.8234257
Saunderton
Naptan AtcoCode: 9100SUNDRTN
Public Transport: stop_position
Train: yes
Lat/Long: 51.6759751/-0.8254869
Vending Machine
Operator: Chiltern Railways
Payment Cash: yes
Payment Credit Cards: yes
Vending: public_transport_tickets
Lat/Long: 51.6758785/-0.8255008
Bicycle Parking
Bicycle Parking: stands
Lat/Long: 51.6759804/-0.825651
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.6759667/-0.8256229
Shelter
Lat/Long: 51.6758976/-0.8255236
Computer Associated Decisions
Addr City: Saunderton
Addr Country: GB
Addr Housename: Ministry Wharf,
Addr Postcode: HP14 4HW
Addr Street: Wycombe Road
Addr Unit: 9
Computer Repair: yes
Craft: electronics_repair
Email: info@cad2000.co.uk
Mobile Phone Repair: yes
Office: it
Opening Hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-17:00
Phone: +44 1494 463337
Website: https://cad2000.co.uk
Lat/Long: 51.6790248/-0.8274593
Crossing
Crossing: unmarked
Lat/Long: 51.6757553/-0.823812
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6790477/-0.8214835
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6783307/-0.8206579
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6775849/-0.8197109
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6768487/-0.8187869
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.676184/-0.8179648
Power: pole
Lat/Long: 51.6756489/-0.8171149
Airbnb
Tourism: apartment
Lat/Long: 51.6751964/-0.8238116
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