Sheffield Bottom

Settlement in Berkshire

England

Sheffield Bottom

Farmland by the railway Credit: N Chadwick

Sheffield Bottom is a small village located in the county of Berkshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles east of Newbury, it is part of the civil parish of Bucklebury. The village is nestled in the picturesque Berkshire countryside, surrounded by rolling hills, farmlands, and woodlands.

The area is known for its tranquility and natural beauty, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Sheffield Bottom is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 400 residents. The village has a mixture of traditional and modern architecture, with charming cottages and newer housing developments.

The village benefits from its proximity to Newbury, which provides residents with access to a wide range of amenities and services. Newbury offers a variety of shopping centers, supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure facilities, ensuring that the needs of Sheffield Bottom's inhabitants are well catered for.

Sheffield Bottom is also well-connected in terms of transportation. The village is conveniently located near the A4 road, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities. Additionally, Newbury railway station is a short distance away, offering frequent train services to London and other major cities.

The surrounding area of Sheffield Bottom is rich in natural attractions and recreational opportunities. The nearby Bucklebury Farm Park is a popular family-friendly attraction, offering a range of activities such as animal encounters, tractor rides, and nature trails.

In summary, Sheffield Bottom is a charming village in Berkshire, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting, a close-knit community, and easy access to amenities and outdoor activities.

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Sheffield Bottom Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.424344/-1.067244 or Grid Reference SU6469. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland by the railway

N Chadwick

Horses grazing, Kennet valley

Looking from Bottom Lane, with one of the strands of the Kennet drainage forming the far side of the field.

Robin Webster

Roundabout and houses, Sheffield Bottom

The roundabout is a fairly recent replacement for a three-way junction with a fairly large grass triangle. The houses were aligned with one side of the triangle, and a fragment remains for access.

Robin Webster

Evening light, Sulhamstead, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Farmland, Burghfield, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Flooded gravel pit

N Chadwick

Flooded gravel pit

N Chadwick

Towpath, Kennet & Avon Canal

Flooded gravel pit

Flooded gravel pit

Flooded gravel pit

Flooded gravel pit

Kennet & Avon Canal

The Kennet and Avon is made up of two river navigations and a linking stretch of canal. It runs from Hanham Lock near Bristol to the River Thames at Reading, over 100 miles long with more than 100 locks, some magnificent engineering and crossing some of the most beautiful scenery in southern England. It was only reopened in 1990 after decades of dereliction.

N Chadwick

Kennet & Avon Canal

N Chadwick

River Kennet

The Kennet is a 45 mile long river in the south of England, and a tributary of the River Thames. The lower reaches of the river are navigable to river craft and are known as the Kennet Navigation, which, together with the Avon Navigation, the Kennet and Avon Canal and the Thames, links the cities of Bristol and London. The river rises at Swallowhead Spring near Silbury Hill, Wiltshire and joins the River Thames at Reading. The River Kennet has been assigned as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) from near its sources west of Marlborough down to Woolhampton. This is primarily because it has an extensive range of rare plants and animals that are unique to chalk watercourses. Wikipedia: Link