The Badgers

Settlement in Buckinghamshire

England

The Badgers

Old Milestone by the A413 in Buckingham Carved stone post by the A413, in parish of Buckingham (Aylesbury Vale District), London Road; Tesco&#039;s roundabout, South of Buckingham by-pass, on grass verge, behind cycle track, on East side of road. Aylesbury square, erected by the Wendover &amp; Buckingham turnpike trust in the 18th century.

Inscription reads:-
: LONDON / 56 / AYLESBURY / 16 / WINSLOW / 5 : : BUCKINGHAM / 1 / BRACKLEY / 9 / BANBURY / 18 :
Carved benchmark top right.

Buckinghamshire HER.
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Milestone Society National ID: BU_LC56 — Old Milestone by the A413 in Buckingham Credit: Cliff Jones

The Badgers is a small village located in the district of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated in the Chiltern Hills, it offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. With a population of around 500 residents, it maintains a close-knit community feel.

The village is known for its picturesque charm, with traditional thatched-roof cottages and well-manicured gardens lining its streets. The Badgers is also home to a beautiful 12th-century church, St. Mary's, which serves as a gathering place for religious services and community events.

The Badgers boasts a range of amenities to cater to its residents' needs. There is a local village shop that provides essential groceries, as well as a post office for mailing services. For outdoor enthusiasts, the village is surrounded by numerous walking trails and scenic spots, making it a haven for hikers and nature lovers.

Education is well-catered for in The Badgers, with a primary school located within the village. The school provides a high standard of education and a nurturing environment for children in the area.

Although The Badgers is a small village, it benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. Residents have easy access to nearby Buckingham and Aylesbury, offering a wider range of amenities, shopping centers, and employment opportunities.

Overall, The Badgers, Buckinghamshire, is a peaceful and idyllic village, perfect for those seeking a tranquil lifestyle amidst stunning natural surroundings.

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The Badgers Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.993948/-0.97197484 or Grid Reference SP7033. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Milestone by the A413 in Buckingham

Carved stone post by the A413, in parish of Buckingham (Aylesbury Vale District), London Road; Tesco's roundabout, South of Buckingham by-pass, on grass verge, behind cycle track, on East side of road. Aylesbury square, erected by the Wendover & Buckingham turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- : LONDON / 56 / AYLESBURY / 16 / WINSLOW / 5 : : BUCKINGHAM / 1 / BRACKLEY / 9 / BANBURY / 18 : Carved benchmark top right. Buckinghamshire HER. HER Number: 1356600000 Link

Milestone Society National ID: BU_LC56

Cliff Jones

Stratford Road heading to Buckingham

Steve Daniels

Stratford Road entering Buckingham

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Cornwall Place, Buckingham

Cornwall Place passes between the large Cornwall's Meadow car park and the High Street. There is a variety of businesses in the area.

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Buckingham Old Gaol

Buckingham Old Gaol was built in 1748 and became a gaol in 1839 when cells and a gaoler's house were added. More recently it has been a police station, a fire station, an air-raid shelter and an ammunition store. Today it houses a volunteer-run museum and incorporates a tourist information office. The building is said to be haunted.

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Suitors, Buckingham

Men's formal hireware business on Market Hill.

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Bridge Street, Buckingham

The centre of Buckingham seems to be constantly clogged with vehicles fighting their way through the narrow streets as this view down Bridge Street illustrates.

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Market Square, Buckingham

The White Hart is on the left and the building straight ahead is the old town hall. Some historical details of the latter are given here: SP6933 : Old Town Hall, Market Square, Buckingham.

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Market Square, Buckingham

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Market Square, Buckingham

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Buckingham Post Office

The Post Office opened on 27th July 1939. The architect was Frederick Allen Llewellyn of the Office of Works.

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Church Street, Buckingham

A quiet street of old houses leading up to the parish church on top of the hill. Look closely, there is a cello above the bay window.

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Housing by the River

Apartments overlooking a short backwater off the River Ouse near the town centre.

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Bristle Hill, Buckingham

Old properties near the town centre.

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Barton's Hospital, Church Street

The stone tablet above the door says that the hospital was founded in 1431 by John Barton and rebuilt in 1910. In medieval times the word hospital wasn't particularly to do with health and was often what we now call almshouses or sheltered accommodation. See also SP6933 : Buckingham: Barton's Hospital

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