Thorpe Cross

Settlement in Essex Tendring

England

Thorpe Cross

Mill House Looking down Mill Lane, Thorpe le Soken Footpath 11. — Mill House Credit: Glyn Baker

Thorpe Cross is a small village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated approximately 10 miles northwest of the county town of Chelmsford, it falls within the administrative district of Uttlesford. The village is nestled amidst picturesque countryside, with stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

With a population of around 400 residents, Thorpe Cross maintains a close-knit community feel. The village consists primarily of traditional English cottages, built with a charming mix of red brick and timber framing. The architecture reflects the village's rich history, with some properties dating back several centuries.

Thorpe Cross benefits from a range of amenities to cater to residents' needs. These include a local pub, providing a friendly gathering place for villagers, as well as a primary school that serves the local community. For further amenities, residents can easily access nearby towns, such as Chelmsford, for a wider range of shops, restaurants, and services.

The village offers an abundance of natural beauty, with several walking paths and trails meandering through the surrounding countryside. The area is known for its rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering rivers. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities such as hiking, cycling, and fishing in the nearby countryside.

Overall, Thorpe Cross presents an idyllic and tranquil setting for those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle. Its rich history, welcoming community, and beautiful surroundings make it an attractive place to live or visit in Essex.

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Thorpe Cross Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.851121/1.1875108 or Grid Reference TM1921. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Mill House

Looking down Mill Lane, Thorpe le Soken Footpath 11.

Glyn Baker

Landermere Road at Abbey Cottage

Abbey Cottage stands at the junction of Abbey St and Landermere Rd.

Glyn Baker

Station Road and War Memorial

The car is in Station Road. The yellow building is Charfield House. The shot is taken looking across the B1033 into the B1414.

Glyn Baker

Norfolk House and Tesco Express

High St Thorpe le Soken.

Glyn Baker

Footpath 13 Thorpe le Soken

Looking towards Damant's Farm Lane.

Glyn Baker

Footpath Near Folley Farm

Further along TM1922 : Footpath 13 Thorpe le Soken

Glyn Baker

Building-site by the B1033

Tendering seems to be doing its very best to solve the housing crisis. New build homes are popping up like mushrooms.

Glyn Baker

Thorpe Cross Junction

Taken from the B1034 looking across the B1033 into TM1921 : Thorpe Park Lane

Glyn Baker

Thorpe Park Lane

Old farm machinery being used as a road block to prevent unauthorised access to a farms hard standing.

Glyn Baker

Red 'Harrows?

Harvest is safely gathered in and a harrow has been left across the field gate to make vehicular access a little more difficult. On the horizon you can just make out the smoke trails of the Red Arrows doing a display at the Clacton Airshow. If you have very good eyes and you look to the right and slightly up from the trees at the edge of the frame you can see a tiny black smudge. This is one of the syncro pair of the display team. I was going to do a bit of "spotting" on the frame however when I zoomed in I realised it was not an aberration or dirt on the lens but a BAE Hawk.

Glyn Baker

Little Clacton Bridleway 10 / Lodge Road

Approaching Thorpe le Soken.

Glyn Baker

Old Orchard by Lodge Lane

I can guarantee the person who planted the apple trees in this orchard does not get headaches anymore! The crop is just begging to be turned into East Anglian style cider as I am fairly sure they are not cider apple trees. See also TM1720 : Orchard View.

Glyn Baker

Orchard View

Ripe apples in an TM1720 : Old Orchard by Lodge Lane.

Glyn Baker

Overgrown Holland Brook

Taken from TM1721 : Rice Bridge

Glyn Baker

Rice Bridge

The bridge carries the B1414 over Holland Brook.

Glyn Baker

Mowing a Field Near Rice Bridge

Glyn Baker

Ruin of Thorpe Maltings

The former maltings are earmarked for redevelopment into a 1.34 Ha housing project. However they have been mouldering away for quite some time see TM1721 : The Malthouse at Thorpe Maltings. I suspect the fact there is a Grade 2 listing on the property has put off potential developers. There would be far more profit to be made if the whole site were bulldozed.

Glyn Baker

Remains of King Edward VII Public House

This extensive early twentieth century pub appears to be part of the same development plan as the TM1721 : Ruin of Thorpe Maltings for a clearer view see TM1721 : Thorpe-le-Soken: Former King Edward VII public house.

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Thorpe Cross is located at Grid Ref: TM1921 (Lat: 51.851121, Lng: 1.1875108)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Tendring

Police Authority: Essex