Old Woking

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Old Woking

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Old Woking is a historic village located in the borough of Woking, Surrey, in southeastern England. Situated approximately 25 miles southwest of central London, it is nestled on the banks of the River Wey. The village has a population of around 7,000 residents.

Old Woking's origins can be traced back to the Domesday Book of 1086, where it is mentioned as Wochinges. The village is characterized by its charming and picturesque atmosphere, with several well-preserved historical buildings and landmarks. One of the notable attractions is the medieval Church of St. Peter, dating back to the 12th century. Its impressive architecture and beautiful stained glass windows make it a popular spot for visitors and history enthusiasts.

The village center features a mix of traditional buildings, including timber-framed cottages and Georgian houses. The surrounding countryside offers a tranquil escape, with scenic walking trails and open spaces for outdoor activities. The nearby Basingstoke Canal, a waterway dating from the late 18th century, adds to the village's appeal, offering opportunities for boating and leisurely walks alongside the towpath.

Despite its historic charm, Old Woking also has modern amenities to cater to residents and visitors. The village boasts a range of shops, cafes, and restaurants, providing a vibrant local community. Additionally, there are several schools and recreational facilities, ensuring a high quality of life for its residents.

Overall, Old Woking combines its rich history with a peaceful setting, making it an attractive place for those seeking a tranquil village lifestyle with easy access to nearby urban centers.

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Apartments in Mount Hermon Road

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Winter trees in Mount Hermon Road

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Looking from Mount Hermon Road into Midhope Road

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Hanover Court, Mount Hermon Road

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Mount Hermon Road: December 2021

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St Mary of Bethany, Woking: December 2021

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Looking south-southeast along Mount Hermon Road

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Path from St Mary's Church to York Road

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Post box outside St Mary's Church

Post boxes come in many forms from free standing pillar boxes to those built into walls. The monarch's cypher is always present to give an indication of age. In the British Isles the first red pillar post boxes were erected in Jersey in 1852. Roadside wall boxes first appeared in 1857 as a cheaper alternative to pillar boxes, especially in rural districts. In 1853 the first pillar box in the United Kingdom was installed at Botchergate, Carlisle. In 1856, Richard Redgrave of the Department of Science and Art designed an ornate pillar box for use in London and other large cities. In 1859 the design was improved, and this became the first National Standard pillar box. Green was adopted as the standard colour for the early Victorian post boxes. Between 1866 and 1879 the hexagonal Penfold post box became the standard design for pillar boxes and it was during this period that red was first adopted as the standard colour. The first boxes to be painted red were in London in July 1874, although it would be nearly 10 years before all the boxes had been repainted.(excerpt from Wikipedia)

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Winter tree in West Hill Road

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Top end of West Hill Road

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Looking along West Hill Road towards Mount Hermon Road

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Looking north-northwest along West Hill Road

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Lamppost in West Hill Road

Road lighting predates the earliest cars by thousands of years. In the 5th century BC, people in Beijing used bamboo pipes to harness and lead natural gas from volcano leaks to their communities which they then used to ignite lamps that lit up their thoroughfares at night. 1417 marked the first organized public street lighting system in London. Its mayor, Sir Henry Barton, ordered people to place oil lanterns outside their homes at night during the winter. In 1802, William Murdoch invented the first coal-ignited gas lighting system and in 1879 Paris produced the world’s first electric streetlight system. A year later, Thomas Edison introduced the first carbon-thread incandescent lamp. By 1965 most systems used high-pressure sodium (HID) lamps. Today, street lighting commonly uses high-intensity discharge lamps. Milan, Italy is the first major city to have entirely switched to LED lighting

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