Addington

Settlement in Buckinghamshire

England

Addington

Claydon Brook underbridge This bridge is on the ex LNWR railway line near Verney Junction. Since this picture was taken, the bridge arches have been refurbished to carry the new East West Railway line from Bletchley to Bicester. — Claydon Brook underbridge Credit: Bob Walters

Addington is a small village and civil parish located in Buckinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 8 miles west of Milton Keynes and 5 miles south of Buckingham, it is nestled in a rural setting surrounded by rolling countryside. The village is part of the Aylesbury Vale district and falls within the administrative boundaries of Buckinghamshire County.

Addington comprises a scattering of houses and cottages, giving it a quaint and picturesque charm. The village is known for its tranquil atmosphere and peaceful surroundings, making it an ideal location for those seeking a quiet and rural lifestyle. The area is primarily residential, with a close-knit community that fosters a strong sense of belonging.

The village is devoid of any significant amenities, such as shops or schools, requiring residents to travel to nearby towns for their daily necessities. However, this lack of facilities is often viewed as a positive aspect by many inhabitants, as it contributes to the area's serene and undisturbed ambiance.

Addington is blessed with natural beauty, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside and a variety of walking and cycling trails that allow residents to explore the area's scenic landscapes. The village is also within close proximity to the renowned Silverstone Circuit, making it an attractive location for motorsport enthusiasts.

Overall, Addington offers a tranquil and idyllic lifestyle for its residents, providing a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. Its picturesque surroundings and rural charm make it a desirable place for those seeking a close-knit community and a connection with nature.

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Addington Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.950812/-0.92009848 or Grid Reference SP7428. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Claydon Brook underbridge

This bridge is on the ex LNWR railway line near Verney Junction. Since this picture was taken, the bridge arches have been refurbished to carry the new East West Railway line from Bletchley to Bicester.

Bob Walters

Track clearance at Verney Junction

Vegetation being cleared at Verney Junction Station prior to assessment of works required to bring the mothballed line back into action. This work for the future East West Railway had all to be repeated five years later when construction of the line began - nature had regained the trackbed!

Bob Walters

East West Railway under construction 2

The view east from Sandhill Road bridge towards Verney Junction. The contractors are busy regrading the cutting sides and providing new drainage for the double track which will soon be installed here.

Bob Walters

New railway bridge near Verney Junction

The approach ramp being built for a new bridge that will cross the old LNWR railway line near Verney Junction. The bridge will replace the level crossing at the old Verney Junction station. The railway line is being rebuilt for East West Railway who will run express services between Milton Keynes and Oxford.

Bob Walters

New retaining wall at Claydon Brook underbridge

A new wall under construction to retain the railway embankment at Claydon Brook underbridge. This is part of the works to re-open the Bicester to Bletchley railway line for 100mph trains.

Bob Walters

New bridge at Verney Junction

A new bridge being constructed over the East West Railway line west of Verney Junction. This bridge will replace the level crossing over the old Bletchley to Bicester line at Verney Junction Station. All remains of the old station platforms have now been removed to allow the new tracks to be installed.

Bob Walters

The old Station House at Verney Junction

The LNWR line from Bletchley to Oxford opened in 1850 and was joined by the Aylesbury & Buckingham Railway in 1868 when Verney Junction Station opened. At the time the station was sited in the middle of a field and was only used as a changing point between the two lines. The Station House dates from 1870 as the sign over the door proclaims. Verney Junction has always been only a hamlet with station, a hotel and a few houses dotted around and seems destined to remain so. No station is planned here for the East West Railway, the nearest being the new station at Winslow to the east.

Bob Walters

Verney Road

Towards Verney Junction and Winslow.

Robin Webster

Power lines near Verney Junction

Robin Webster

Verney Road enters Verney Junction

Not a big place, with no railway junction or station anymore, or even an operational railway at this 2014 date.

Robin Webster

The Verney Arms, Verney Junction, 2014

Was this a pub, a straight hotel, a restaurant or what at this date?

Robin Webster

Railway east of Verney Junction level crossing, 2014

Vegetation clearance has been carried out recently on the mothballed line.

Robin Webster

Verney Road approaching former railway bridge

In the dip, the road passed under the former Metropolitan Line route from Quainton Road to Verney Junction. This finally closed for freight in 1947, although here used as a long siding until 1961. The lorry with a digger is at the start of a farm track that bends up onto and along the old trackbed.

Robin Webster

Brook arch of railway bridge OXD/24, Addington

This four-span bridge carrying the currently moth-balled section of the Oxford - Bletchley line is of interesting construction. All four arches appear originally to have had five brick arch courses, but the two eastern arches have been reinforced by four further courses at three widths through the spans, with corresponding additions to the piers. Further, this is asymmetrical, the reinforcement of the left pier under the brook span being greater than the right, apparently compensated by addition to the right pier under the southernmost span. There can be nothing amiss with the arch design, as the road span has no reinforcement, nor has bridge 22 up the road, of essentially similar (but skewed) design. So presumably there was worry about the scour of the brook on the foundations, as the nett effect is to increase the foundation areas of the two piers adjacent to the brook, without restricting its flow area too much. Very recently even more protection has been given to the central pier by placing rocks along the brook bank, at the expense of further restricting the flow area.

Robin Webster