Bournes Green

Settlement in Essex

England

Bournes Green

Thorpe Bay station platform facing east Credit: Tom Page

Bournes Green is a small village located in the Rochford district of Essex, England. Situated about 40 miles east of London, the village is nestled in the picturesque countryside, offering residents a peaceful and rural setting.

With a population of just over 400 residents, Bournes Green maintains a tight-knit community feel. The village is characterized by its charming cottages, many of which date back several centuries. These historic buildings add to the area's rustic charm and make Bournes Green a popular destination for those seeking a quintessentially English village experience.

The village is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horseback riding. Bournes Green is also home to several nature reserves and woodland areas, making it a haven for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers.

Despite its rural setting, Bournes Green is conveniently located near major road and rail links. The nearby town of Rochford offers amenities such as shops, schools, and medical facilities, ensuring that residents have easy access to essential services.

Bournes Green is also within close proximity to the popular seaside town of Southend-on-Sea, which boasts a vibrant pier, sandy beaches, and a range of entertainment options. This means that residents can enjoy the best of both worlds – the tranquility of village life and the excitement of coastal attractions.

In summary, Bournes Green is a charming and idyllic village in Essex, offering residents a peaceful and rural lifestyle within easy reach of both nature and urban amenities.

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Bournes Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.544367/0.761358 or Grid Reference TQ9186. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Thorpe Bay station platform facing east

Tom Page

View towards the seat from Thorpe Bay, next to bathing pool and groynes

Tom Page

Thorpe Bay Yacht Club

This large area for storing sailing dinghies is separated from the water by a busy road. The clubhouse (out of shot to the left) is also across a (much quieter) road.

Stephen McKay

Thorpe Bay Yacht Club

A vast collection of sailing dinghies is stored here, separated from the water by a busy road. The clubhouse is the furthest to the left of the line of buildings. The banner advertises the Southend Barge Match scheduled for later in the month.

Stephen McKay

Thorpe Bay Gardens

A row of very large houses overlooks the seafront and the small park area. Note how parched the grass is looking after a spell of very hot dry weather.

Stephen McKay

Church Road, Shoeburyness

The western end of Church Road is seen here where it meets Maplin Way, a short distance inland from the seafront. Note the distinctive style of road name signs used in Southend on Sea.

Stephen McKay

Caulfield Road, Shoeburyness

The bus shelter here in the Southend suburbs is served by Arriva's routes 7 and 8 which link Rayleigh with North Shoebury and Great Wakering via the city centre. Blyth Avenue leads off to the left.

Stephen McKay

Blyth Avenue/Delaware Road, Shoeburyness

Houses and flats surround a small green on Delaware Road at the northern end of Blyth Avenue. Note the parched brown grass on the verges following a very hot dry spell.

Stephen McKay

Delaware Road, Shoeburyness

A mixture of terraced houses and flats lines the north side of Delaware Road, seen here from its junction with Blyth Avenue. The housing stock here is obviously local authority built and contrasts noticeably with the private housing to the south.

Stephen McKay

Station Road, Thorpe Bay

Station Road connects Maplin Way with Thorpe Bay station. The houses here with their first floor verandas have an unusual design.

Stephen McKay

Thorpe Bay Station

Thorpe Bay station serves the suburban and seaside settlement of Thorpe Bay, part of the City of Southend-on-Sea. It is the penultimate stop on the line to Shoeburyness from London Fenchurch Street and was originally opened in 1910, somewhat before the area's main development period which followed the First World War.

Stephen McKay