Bendish

Settlement in Hertfordshire North Hertfordshire

England

Bendish

Houses on High Street Whitwell Credit: David Howard

Bendish is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles east of Hitchin, Bendish is nestled within the picturesque countryside of this county. The village is part of the civil parish of Offley and is home to a close-knit community.

Bendish boasts a rich history, with evidence of settlements dating back to the medieval period. The village is known for its charming architecture, featuring old cottages and traditional houses that add to its rustic appeal. The parish church of St. Margaret, dating back to the 13th century, stands as a prominent landmark in the village.

Being surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, Bendish offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike. The local countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. Additionally, the nearby Offley Holes Woods offers a beautiful woodland area to explore.

While Bendish is primarily a residential area, it benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. The village is conveniently located near the A505 road, ensuring easy access to nearby Hitchin and Luton, which offer a wider range of amenities and services.

Overall, Bendish is a charming and peaceful village that offers a perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. With its rich history, beautiful surroundings, and close-knit community, Bendish is a hidden gem within the Hertfordshire countryside.

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Bendish Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.879413/-0.309211 or Grid Reference TL1621. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Houses on High Street Whitwell

David Howard

Cockfosters

Named "Cockfosters" on OS 25K map.

Jeff Tomlinson

The Holt Farm & Livery Centre

Holt Farm website - Link

Jeff Tomlinson

The Bull Inn Whitwell

Looks to be a successful pub

Jack Hill

Road off Horn Hill Whitwell

Just at the other extreme of the block

Jack Hill

Water Tower at Whitwell

The tower is located at the sharp left hand corner Note the mobile phone antennae

Jack Hill

Empty showrooms at Breachwood Green

Was this once a car sales emporium? Yes it used to sell SAAB cars.

Jack Hill

House next door to the showrooms

House and showrooms Link would seem to have a relationship of owner perhaps.

Jack Hill

End of runway lights seen from Lye Hill Breachwood Green

At least the planes are on the landing approach so are relatively quiet.

Jack Hill

Houses in Lye Hill Breachwood Green

These houses look as if they were once local authority owned before the right to purchase was introduced. They are right in line for the airport approach.

Jack Hill

Houses in Colemans Road Breachwood Green

These houses date from turn of the 19th century

Jack Hill

Village Green and Sign at Bendish

The village Green in the hamlet of Bendish. The wooden sign to the right of the shot shows the name of Bendish.

Richard Thomas

Whiteway Bottom

Just about the only habitation in this grid square are the cottages at Whiteway Bottom.

Richard Thomas

Frogmore

Frogmore is a tiny village of a few houses and a livery stable. This is looking East along the road. A duckpond is just out of shot to the right.

Rob Hinkley

Frogmore stables dovecote

Standing in the road looking North, one of the buildings of the Frogmore livery stables has a dovecote built into its roof.

Rob Hinkley

West End of Frogmore

House at the Western end of Frogmore. Following the road to the right takes you North up the hill toward Whitehall Farm.

Rob Hinkley

White house

The house at about TL176224, on the right hand side of the road when going from Whitwell to Frogmore. The woods visible in the background beyond the field are in the grid square to the East or North East. The track branching off to the right carries a public footpath to Stagenhoe in the East.

Rob Hinkley

'Road' across the field.

This 'road used as public path' heads quite steeply downhill across a field from Bendish. Beyond the trees at the bottom of the hill it joins the metalled road.

Rob Hinkley

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Bendish is located at Grid Ref: TL1621 (Lat: 51.879413, Lng: -0.309211)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: North Hertfordshire

Police Authority: Hertfordshire