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Waterend

Settlement in Hertfordshire St. Albans

England

Waterend

Coleman Green : cottages dated 1877
Coleman Green : cottages dated 1877 Credit: Jim Osley

Waterend is a charming village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated just 2 miles north of the town of Hemel Hempstead, Waterend offers a tranquil and picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike.

The village is known for its idyllic countryside, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and beautiful woodlands surrounding the area. The River Gade flows through Waterend, adding to its scenic appeal. The village is also close to several nature reserves, providing ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, birdwatching, and picnicking.

Despite its rural atmosphere, Waterend benefits from its proximity to Hemel Hempstead, which offers a range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The village itself is home to a small but tight-knit community, with a local pub serving as a social hub for residents.

Waterend is well-connected to other parts of Hertfordshire and beyond. The nearby A41 road provides easy access to major cities like London and Watford, while the M1 motorway is just a short drive away. The village also has good public transportation links, with regular bus services connecting it to surrounding towns and villages.

Overall, Waterend offers a peaceful and scenic retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rural lifestyle with easy access to amenities and transport links.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.802775/-0.2610462 or Grid Reference TL2013. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Coleman Green : cottages dated 1877
Coleman Green : cottages dated 1877
Coleman Green : John Bunyan's Chimney Grade II listed structure - <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175683?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175683?section=official-list-entry">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>.
Coleman Green : John Bunyan's Chimney
Grade II listed structure - LinkExternal link.
Coleman Green : John Bunyan's Chimney Grade II listed structure - <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175683?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1175683?section=official-list-entry">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>.
Coleman Green : John Bunyan's Chimney
Grade II listed structure - LinkExternal link.
Waterend Looking North from TL204136 to the ford at Waterend on the River Lea, West of Welwyn Garden City. It's dry, but the water only has to rise a foot or so to flood the road - hence the little footbridge so people can cross without getting their feet wet.
Waterend
Looking North from TL204136 to the ford at Waterend on the River Lea, West of Welwyn Garden City. It's dry, but the water only has to rise a foot or so to flood the road - hence the little footbridge so people can cross without getting their feet wet.
Waterend house The large house just North of the ford (TL204137)
Waterend house
The large house just North of the ford (TL204137)
Brocket Hall gates Looking south from TL218139 to the gates of Brocket Hall - home of convicted fraudster and annoying D-list reality TV celeb Lord Brocket. Most of the rest of the grid square South of here is private, and judging by the spikes, CCTV and "STOP" notices I don't think he'll let you in.
Brocket Hall gates
Looking south from TL218139 to the gates of Brocket Hall - home of convicted fraudster and annoying D-list reality TV celeb Lord Brocket. Most of the rest of the grid square South of here is private, and judging by the spikes, CCTV and "STOP" notices I don't think he'll let you in.
Greenway bridge Looking South to a bridge at TL209145 which carries the Ayot Greenway - a length of old railway line converted into cycle path and bridleway, covering most of the way from Wheathampstead to Welwyn Garden City.
Greenway bridge
Looking South to a bridge at TL209145 which carries the Ayot Greenway - a length of old railway line converted into cycle path and bridleway, covering most of the way from Wheathampstead to Welwyn Garden City.
Brocket Hall, Lemsford This is the view one gets from the highway.
Brocket Hall, Lemsford
This is the view one gets from the highway.
River from Waterend Ford View of the River Lea taken from Waterend Ford looking South-East
River from Waterend Ford
View of the River Lea taken from Waterend Ford looking South-East
Wellhead This is the head mechanism for a well. Largely complete but the cover is missing. Locally made and originally driven by a separate (steam traction?) engine, possibly as a water source for a steam plough? Located near the top of a hill just south of Threegroves Wood. There is a concrete structure about two metres high, possibly for a water tank. TL203148
Wellhead
This is the head mechanism for a well. Largely complete but the cover is missing. Locally made and originally driven by a separate (steam traction?) engine, possibly as a water source for a steam plough? Located near the top of a hill just south of Threegroves Wood. There is a concrete structure about two metres high, possibly for a water tank. TL203148
Open land near Long Grove Plantation The photograph is taken just south of Upper Cromer Hyde Farm looking south towards long grove plantation. The plantation straddles TL2012 and TL2011
Open land near Long Grove Plantation
The photograph is taken just south of Upper Cromer Hyde Farm looking south towards long grove plantation. The plantation straddles TL2012 and TL2011
Old Road in Long Grove Plantation This wide footpath runs south from near Upper Cromer Hyde Farm to Symondshyde Farm. This section is wide with evidence of ditches and banks topped with laid hedges. It appears to have been a maintained as a road or track. As the path leaves the plantation it narrows and becomes a narrow footpath.
Old Road in Long Grove Plantation
This wide footpath runs south from near Upper Cromer Hyde Farm to Symondshyde Farm. This section is wide with evidence of ditches and banks topped with laid hedges. It appears to have been a maintained as a road or track. As the path leaves the plantation it narrows and becomes a narrow footpath.
Old laid hedge in Long Grove Plantation This is taken on the footpath/old road from Upper Cromer Hyde Farm to Symondshyde Farm in Long Grove Plantation. The photograph seems to show evidence of a very old laid hedge alongside the path. There are similar remains on both sides of the path.
Old laid hedge in Long Grove Plantation
This is taken on the footpath/old road from Upper Cromer Hyde Farm to Symondshyde Farm in Long Grove Plantation. The photograph seems to show evidence of a very old laid hedge alongside the path. There are similar remains on both sides of the path.
Entrance to Brocket Hall The imposing driveway and entrance to Brocket Hall
Entrance to Brocket Hall
The imposing driveway and entrance to Brocket Hall
Palladian bridge at Brocket Hall
Palladian bridge at Brocket Hall
Water End Farm House, Sandridge/Wheathampstead Water End was originally part of the Manor and Parish of Sandridge, but was closer to Ayot St Peter and is now part of the Parish of Wheathampstead. The house was built in about 1610 by Sir John Jennings, although the large barn on the site (now moved to St Albans <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.clickonhertfordshire.co.uk/waterend.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.clickonhertfordshire.co.uk/waterend.htm">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> ) suggests there was a farm here before that. In 1660 Sarah Jennings was born here, and later married John Churchill – and as a result of her husband's successful career moved into a newly built and much more impressive residence. Can you guess where that was before clicking on the <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.blenheimpalace.com/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.blenheimpalace.com/">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> ? See <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.hertfordshire-genealogy.co.uk/data/places/places-s/sandridge-water-end.htm" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.hertfordshire-genealogy.co.uk/data/places/places-s/sandridge-water-end.htm">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> for information on the farm in the 19th century – including some earlier pictures.
Water End Farm House, Sandridge/Wheathampstead
Water End was originally part of the Manor and Parish of Sandridge, but was closer to Ayot St Peter and is now part of the Parish of Wheathampstead. The house was built in about 1610 by Sir John Jennings, although the large barn on the site (now moved to St Albans LinkExternal link ) suggests there was a farm here before that. In 1660 Sarah Jennings was born here, and later married John Churchill – and as a result of her husband's successful career moved into a newly built and much more impressive residence. Can you guess where that was before clicking on the LinkExternal link ? See LinkExternal link for information on the farm in the 19th century – including some earlier pictures.
Footpath to Flint Bridge Footpath to Flint Bridge in the Flint Bridge Plantation
Footpath to Flint Bridge
Footpath to Flint Bridge in the Flint Bridge Plantation
Flint Bridge Plantation Parking Flint Bridge Plantation parking by Marford Road (B653)
Flint Bridge Plantation Parking
Flint Bridge Plantation parking by Marford Road (B653)
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Waterend is located at Grid Ref: TL2013 (Lat: 51.802775, Lng: -0.2610462)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: St. Albans

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Located within 500m of 51.802775,-0.2610462
Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.8002841/-0.2620035
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Waterend Lane
Bench: no
Bin: no
Naptan AtcoCode: 210021501540
Naptan Bearing: SE
Naptan CommonName: Waterend Lane
Naptan Crossing: opp Coleman Green Lane
Naptan Indicator: nr
Naptan Landmark: opp Coleman Green Lane
Naptan NaptanCode: hrtdagjt
Naptan ShortCommonName: NA
Naptan Street: Marford Road
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Shelter: no
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Lat/Long: 51.8070484/-0.2603815
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Lat/Long: 51.8056229/-0.2659732
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