Blackheath

Settlement in Essex Colchester

England

Blackheath

Haye Lane, Abberton A lane north of the village of Abberton. — Haye Lane, Abberton Credit: Trevor Harris

Blackheath is a suburban village located in the county of Essex, England. Situated within the borough of Chelmsford, it is approximately 25 miles northeast of central London. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering residents a tranquil and idyllic setting.

Historically, Blackheath was a rural farming community, but it has experienced significant growth and development in recent years. Today, it has become a sought-after residential area, attracting families and professionals who appreciate the peaceful environment and easy access to both rural and urban amenities.

The village boasts a range of amenities, including a local primary school, shops, a village hall, and various recreational facilities. There are also several pubs and restaurants nearby, providing residents with options for dining and socializing.

For those who enjoy outdoor activities, Blackheath offers ample opportunities. The surrounding countryside is perfect for walking, cycling, and horse riding, with several footpaths and bridleways traversing the area. Additionally, Blackheath is within close proximity to several nature reserves and country parks, providing residents with further opportunities to explore and enjoy nature.

Transport links in Blackheath are convenient, with easy access to major roads such as the A12 and A414. The nearby city of Chelmsford offers a railway station, providing regular services to London Liverpool Street in approximately 35 minutes.

Overall, Blackheath, Essex, offers a peaceful and picturesque setting, combined with convenient access to amenities and transport links, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a balance between rural and urban living.

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Blackheath Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.856879/0.904064 or Grid Reference TM0021. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Haye Lane, Abberton

A lane north of the village of Abberton.

Trevor Harris

Corporal Budd VC Gymnasium Berechurch Rd

PAUL FARMER

Dead oak, buttercups, hawthorn blossom

A view across a pasture north of Abberton Reservoir.

Trevor Harris

Pump House at Abberton Dam

This is a photo of a small pump house just to the east of the Abberton Reservoir dam.

Glyn Baker

Footpath to Friday Wood

This footpath goes from Oxley Hill down the Roman River valley and then on to Friday Wood.

Glyn Baker

Rose Cottages

Located in Blackheath Colchester, 80 & 82 Blackheath, the middle two houses were the original Rose Cottage built in 1882 as farm labourers cottages. All mod cons included a brick built outside bake/wash house and earth closet. There was a slate roofed wooden stable block at the rear of the property. Not much more than 100 years later the outbuildings were demolished and the semi-detached house was turned into a terrace with flying freehold’s to allow access to a car park at the rear.

Glyn Baker

Middlewick Rifle Range

The rifle range and butts date originally from around the time of the 1st world war. The danger area behind the butts has preserved countryside that would almost certainly been developed for housing

Glyn Baker

Flagpole by Manwood Bridge

The flagpole flies a red flag when the middlewick range TM0022 is in use. Enter the woods at your peril. Manwood bridge carries the B1025 over Roman River.

Glyn Baker

Ball farm Bridleway

This is a Bridleway across Ball Farm. The metalled road surface is provided courtesy of the Army. The photo was taken looking west. The other end of the path can be seen at TL9920.

Glyn Baker

Weir Lane

Weir Lane runs from the B1025 Near Blackheath Colchester to Donnyland Heath near Rowhedge. The lane passes through the danger area of the Middlewick Rifle Range TM0022. When the range is in use the road is closed with gates at each end. The yellow signs beside the footpath fingerposts warn of the fatal consequences of interfering with any military debris you may find on the army’s grounds. The picture was taken looking towards Rowhedge.

Glyn Baker

Part of the B1025 Mersea Road

This direction is heading towards Colchester.

Robert Edwards

The Co-op Supermarket on Abbot's Road

Robert Edwards

A lay-by along the B1025, Mersea Road

Cats eyes in this lay-by is an indication that it was once part of the original B1025.

Robert Edwards

Commonwealth War Graves Colchester Cemetery, Mersea Road

PAUL FARMER

Monkwick Oak (14944)

This Oak survived the building of the Monkwick Estate in Blackheath Colchester during the late 1950's. It is recorded as tree 14944 in the Woodland trusts Ancient Tree Hunt Link

Glyn Baker

Pillbox Camouflage?

An imaginative way to disguise the brutal concrete of a type 24 pillbox. Created by the children of Monkwick and Lisa Temple Link

It is heartening to note that even though the painting was finished a couple of years ago no artist/vandal has deemed it necessary to add their tag to it.

Glyn Baker