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Strethall

Settlement in Essex Uttlesford

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Strethall

St. Mary's church, Strethall, Essex Almost entirely obscured by trees, Strethall church stands by a farm in a remote part of north Essex. The church dates back to the 11th century and has a Saxon nave with a fine Saxon chancel arch. The chancel and tower are 15th century.
St. Mary's church, Strethall, Essex Credit: Robert Edwards

Strethall is a small village located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England. Situated approximately 12 miles southeast of the city of Cambridge, the village is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the county. Strethall is part of the civil parish of Littlebury, and it is surrounded by other charming villages such as Littlebury Green and Great Chesterford.

The village is known for its rural character, with beautiful landscapes and rolling hills surrounding the area. The architecture of Strethall is predominantly composed of traditional English cottages, giving the village a quaint and timeless feel. The village also boasts a small but tight-knit community, where residents actively engage in local events and activities.

Strethall is conveniently located near major transport links, including the M11 motorway, which allows easy access to Cambridge, London, and other nearby towns. The closest railway station is Great Chesterford, which provides regular services to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge.

The village does not have its own school or shops; however, the nearby towns offer a range of amenities and educational facilities. Residents often visit neighboring areas for their shopping needs and can enjoy the vibrant cultural scenes and entertainment options found in towns such as Saffron Walden and Cambridge.

Strethall offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for those seeking a rural retreat while still having easy access to larger urban areas. With its charming countryside views and a warm community spirit, Strethall is a desirable place to call home for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

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St. Mary's church, Strethall, Essex Almost entirely obscured by trees, Strethall church stands by a farm in a remote part of north Essex. The church dates back to the 11th century and has a Saxon nave with a fine Saxon chancel arch. The chancel and tower are 15th century.
St. Mary's church, Strethall, Essex
Almost entirely obscured by trees, Strethall church stands by a farm in a remote part of north Essex. The church dates back to the 11th century and has a Saxon nave with a fine Saxon chancel arch. The chancel and tower are 15th century.
Old house at Catmere End, Strethall, Essex
Old house at Catmere End, Strethall, Essex
Seamans Farm, Littlebury Green, Essex
Seamans Farm, Littlebury Green, Essex
Green Farm, Littlebury Green, Essex
Green Farm, Littlebury Green, Essex
North Essex countryside near Elmdon An autumn view from the Icknield Way long-distance path.
North Essex countryside near Elmdon
An autumn view from the Icknield Way long-distance path.
Some path near Strethall Picture of a path and tree in top NE corner of the grid square. Best picture of the ones I took, as this square is just fields, and landscape shots were pretty hazy due to the clouds and it being quite a dark day.
Some path near Strethall
Picture of a path and tree in top NE corner of the grid square. Best picture of the ones I took, as this square is just fields, and landscape shots were pretty hazy due to the clouds and it being quite a dark day.
St Peter's, Littlebury Green St Peter's was set up as a chapel of ease to save residents the trek to the parish church in Littlebury. It was assembled from a kit which came complete with stained glass windows.
St Peter's, Littlebury Green
St Peter's was set up as a chapel of ease to save residents the trek to the parish church in Littlebury. It was assembled from a kit which came complete with stained glass windows.
Public byway to Free Wood and beyond
Public byway to Free Wood and beyond
Strethall: St Mary Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. For more about Strethall, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html">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> .
Strethall: St Mary
Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. For more about Strethall, see LinkExternal link .
Strethall: St Mary's church tower Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. The churchyard is small and there are lots of trees, so it's not easy to get a picture of the whole building. For more about Strethall, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html">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> .
Strethall: St Mary's church tower
Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. The churchyard is small and there are lots of trees, so it's not easy to get a picture of the whole building. For more about Strethall, see LinkExternal link .
Strethall: St Mary - the porch Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. For more about Strethall, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html">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> .
Strethall: St Mary - the porch
Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. For more about Strethall, see LinkExternal link .
Strethall: St Mary Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. The churchyard is small and there are lots of trees, so it is difficult to get a picture of the whole building, especially from the shadows on a bright September morning. For more about Strethall, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html">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> .
Strethall: St Mary
Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. The churchyard is small and there are lots of trees, so it is difficult to get a picture of the whole building, especially from the shadows on a bright September morning. For more about Strethall, see LinkExternal link .
Strethall: St Mary Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands amid trees next to a farm at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. For more about Strethall, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.recordinguttlesfordhistory.org.uk/strethall/strethallbriefhistory.html">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> .
Strethall: St Mary
Parts of Strethall church date from the 11th century. It stands amid trees next to a farm at the end of a lane high in the chalk hills of North Essex, just south of the Cambridgeshire border. For more about Strethall, see LinkExternal link .
St Mary, Strethall, Essex
St Mary, Strethall, Essex
St Mary, Strethall, Essex
St Mary, Strethall, Essex
St Mary, Strethall, Essex
St Mary, Strethall, Essex
St Mary, Strethall, Essex
St Mary, Strethall, Essex
St Mary, Strethall, Essex - Chancel
St Mary, Strethall, Essex - Chancel
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Strethall is located at Grid Ref: TL4839 (Lat: 52.037631, Lng: 0.163654)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Uttlesford

Police Authority: Essex

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