Bentfield Green

Settlement in Essex Uttlesford

England

Bentfield Green

D Bonney and sons garage, Manuden I have taken closer pictures of the fingerposts.
D Bonney and sons garage, Manuden Credit: David Howard

Bentfield Green is a charming village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated just outside the market town of Stansted Mountfitchet, it is surrounded by picturesque countryside and offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents.

The village is known for its quaint and well-preserved character, with many historic buildings dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. The architecture reflects the traditional English style, featuring timber-framed houses with thatched roofs, giving it a unique and timeless charm.

Bentfield Green is a close-knit community, with a small population that fosters a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. It has a strong sense of community spirit, with regular events and gatherings that bring residents together. The village also has a local pub, serving as a popular meeting place for both locals and visitors.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities, including walking and cycling, with several scenic trails and paths to explore. The village is also conveniently located near Stansted Mountfitchet, where residents have access to a range of amenities such as shops, schools, and recreational facilities.

Transport links are well-developed, with easy access to major roads and the nearby Stansted Airport, making Bentfield Green an attractive location for commuters and frequent travelers.

In summary, Bentfield Green offers a peaceful and picturesque village lifestyle, characterized by its historic architecture, strong community spirit, and proximity to amenities and transport links. It is a place where residents can enjoy the beauty of the English countryside while still having easy access to the conveniences of modern life.

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Bentfield Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.907678/0.185723 or Grid Reference TL5025. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

D Bonney and sons garage, Manuden I have taken closer pictures of the fingerposts.
D Bonney and sons garage, Manuden
I have taken closer pictures of the fingerposts.
Station Road, Stansted Mounfitchet Station Road in the village of Stansted Mountfitchet in north Essex.
Station Road, Stansted Mounfitchet
Station Road in the village of Stansted Mountfitchet in north Essex.
Lower Street, Stansted Mountfitchet Lower Street in Stansted Mountfitchet, a large village in north Essex.
Lower Street, Stansted Mountfitchet
Lower Street in Stansted Mountfitchet, a large village in north Essex.
The Manor House near Stansted Hall
The Manor House near Stansted Hall
Old Milestone by the B1383, Stansted Road, Birchanger Carved stone post by the B1383 (was A11), in parish of Birchanger (Uttlesford District), 20m North of bus shelter, by the road, on East side of road. Erected by the Hockerill turnpike trust in the 19th century. An earlier photograph can be found here <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6096356" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6096356">Link</a>.

Inscription reads:-
LONDON
30
CAMBRIDGE
24
NEWMARKET
29

Essex HER.
SMR Number: 15780 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MEX1032862&resourceID=1001" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MEX1032862&resourceID=1001">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>

Milestone Society National ID: EX_BSGC30
Old Milestone by the B1383, Stansted Road, Birchanger
Carved stone post by the B1383 (was A11), in parish of Birchanger (Uttlesford District), 20m North of bus shelter, by the road, on East side of road. Erected by the Hockerill turnpike trust in the 19th century. An earlier photograph can be found here Link. Inscription reads:- LONDON 30 CAMBRIDGE 24 NEWMARKET 29 Essex HER. SMR Number: 15780 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: EX_BSGC30
Pasture, Alsa Farm
Pasture, Alsa Farm
Snakes Lane
Snakes Lane
Rough grassland
Rough grassland
Field edge footpath
Field edge footpath
Rough grassland
Rough grassland
Rough ground and grasses
Rough ground and grasses
Rough pasture
Rough pasture
B1383 The B1383 runs 17.5 miles from Bishop Stortford to Stump Cross.
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B1383
The B1383 runs 17.5 miles from Bishop Stortford to Stump Cross. LinkExternal link
Entering Ugley, B1383 The B1383 runs 17.5 miles from Bishop Stortford to Stump Cross.
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Entering Ugley, B1383
The B1383 runs 17.5 miles from Bishop Stortford to Stump Cross. LinkExternal link
Pennington Lane
Pennington Lane
Pennington Lane
Pennington Lane
Pennington Lane
Pennington Lane
Bridleway
Bridleway
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Bentfield Green is located at Grid Ref: TL5025 (Lat: 51.907678, Lng: 0.185723)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Uttlesford

Police Authority: Essex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.907678,0.185723
Bentfield
Place: village
Source: survey
Lat/Long: 51.9074778/0.1925579
Bus Stop
Long Croft
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1500BNTFLDGN
Naptan Bearing: S
Naptan CommonName: Long Croft
Naptan Crossing: Bentfield Road
Naptan Indicator: Adj
Naptan Landmark: Long Croft
Naptan NaptanCode: esxdapwp
Naptan Street: Pennington Lane
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9083856/0.1904383
Rose & Crown
Naptan AtcoCode: 1500IM619
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Rose & Crown
Naptan Indicator: o/s
Naptan Landmark: Rose & Crown
Naptan NaptanCode: esxadgat
Naptan Street: Wetherfield
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.9079887/0.1889643
Information: guidepost
Tourism: information
Lat/Long: 51.9074633/0.1815321
Note: there is no evidence on the ground of which path is the PROW
Lat/Long: 51.9050835/0.1848758
Note: there is no evidence on the ground of which path is the PROW
Lat/Long: 51.9061872/0.1859856
Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.9062468/0.1862221
Barrier: swing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.9077061/0.1870126
Hoops: 1
Leisure: pitch
Lit: no
Sport: basketball
Lat/Long: 51.9077653/0.1869022
Man Made: water_well
Pump: manual
Lat/Long: 51.9079645/0.1892124
Bench: yes
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 51.9079754/0.1891746
Bench: yes
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 51.9079522/0.1891907
Bench: yes
Leisure: picnic_table
Lat/Long: 51.907929/0.1892108
Waste Basket
Street Lamp
Waste: dog_excrement
Lat/Long: 51.9080424/0.1893462
Man Made: pumping_station
Lat/Long: 51.9072804/0.1807704
Dog: no
Leisure: playground
Lat/Long: 51.9079025/0.1873007
Barrier: swing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.9053806/0.1820628
Bentfield End
Place: locality
Lat/Long: 51.9071937/0.1905585
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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