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West End

Settlement in Berkshire

England

West End

Rush hour in Waltham St Lawrence
Rush hour in Waltham St Lawrence Credit: Basher Eyre

West End is a small village located in the county of Berkshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles to the southwest of the town of Wokingham, West End is known for its picturesque surroundings and tranquil atmosphere.

The village is home to a tight-knit community and offers a range of amenities to its residents. These include a local pub, a primary school, a post office, and a convenience store, ensuring that daily needs are easily met within the village itself. For further amenities and services, the nearby town of Wokingham provides a wider range of options.

West End boasts a rich history, with some buildings dating back to the 17th century. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling. The nearby Finchampstead Ridges, a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, provides stunning views of the surrounding area.

Transportation links are accessible in West End, with regular bus services connecting the village to nearby towns and villages. For those commuting to larger cities, the M4 motorway is easily accessible, providing convenient access to destinations such as London and Reading.

Overall, West End offers a peaceful and idyllic living environment, with its charming village atmosphere and proximity to both countryside and urban amenities. It is an attractive destination for those seeking a quiet retreat while remaining well-connected to surrounding areas.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.47337/-0.81832245 or Grid Reference SU8275. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Rush hour in Waltham St Lawrence
Rush hour in Waltham St Lawrence
Waltham Cross War Memorial: early February 2022
Waltham Cross War Memorial: early February 2022
The Garage@Shurlock Row: early February 2022 (taken in The Street)
The Garage@Shurlock Row: early February 2022
(taken in The Street)
Splendid old Moggy Van in The Street The post-WWII version of the Morris Minor was a popular British motor car built between 1948 and 1971. Designed by Alec Issigonis (later to be famed for designing the Mini), the original Minor MM was launched at the Earls Court motor show in 1948. There were three-generations of the car, the MM, the Series II and the 1000. 1.36 million were produced, in five main guises; saloon (2-door & 4-door), tourer (convertible), traveller (estate), van and pick-up. From 1967 the van's were also rebadged as Austins (Morris' sister company as part of the BMC group). Read more at wikipedia <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morris_Minor" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Morris_Minor">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>
Splendid old Moggy Van in The Street
The post-WWII version of the Morris Minor was a popular British motor car built between 1948 and 1971. Designed by Alec Issigonis (later to be famed for designing the Mini), the original Minor MM was launched at the Earls Court motor show in 1948. There were three-generations of the car, the MM, the Series II and the 1000. 1.36 million were produced, in five main guises; saloon (2-door & 4-door), tourer (convertible), traveller (estate), van and pick-up. From 1967 the van's were also rebadged as Austins (Morris' sister company as part of the BMC group). Read more at wikipedia LinkExternal link
The Bell, Waltham St Lawrence: early February 2022
The Bell, Waltham St Lawrence: early February 2022
Blue plaque on The Bell Also see <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.berkshirehistory.com/bios/rnewbery.html" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.berkshirehistory.com/bios/rnewbery.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>
Blue plaque on The Bell
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Waltham St Lawrence: noticeboard
Waltham St Lawrence: noticeboard
Farmland, Wargrave Fields of peas and oil-seed rape viewed under stormy skies from the footpath south of Scarlett's Farm.
Farmland, Wargrave
Fields of peas and oil-seed rape viewed under stormy skies from the footpath south of Scarlett's Farm.
Farmland, Ruscombe Poplars stand beyond the B3024 and are viewed across barley from the footpath beside the railway.
Farmland, Ruscombe
Poplars stand beyond the B3024 and are viewed across barley from the footpath beside the railway.
Farmland, Ruscombe A crop of wheat beside the bridleway heading towards West End.
Farmland, Ruscombe
A crop of wheat beside the bridleway heading towards West End.
Track and farmland, Waltham St Lawrence The footpath approaching the village via Church Farm.
Track and farmland, Waltham St Lawrence
The footpath approaching the village via Church Farm.
Farmland, Waltham St Lawrence A large field of wheat with the buildings of Halls Farm amongst the trees.
Farmland, Waltham St Lawrence
A large field of wheat with the buildings of Halls Farm amongst the trees.
Grassland, Waltham St Lawrence Beyond the long grass a polo pitch is being irrigated with water being pumped from a nearby pond.
Grassland, Waltham St Lawrence
Beyond the long grass a polo pitch is being irrigated with water being pumped from a nearby pond.
Farmland, Ruscombe The western side of a large field of wheat beside the bridleway between West End and Ruscombe.
Farmland, Ruscombe
The western side of a large field of wheat beside the bridleway between West End and Ruscombe.
Farmland, Waltham St Lawrence The more westerly of two footpaths across fields between Hungerford and West End.
Farmland, Waltham St Lawrence
The more westerly of two footpaths across fields between Hungerford and West End.
Farmland, Waltham St Lawrence The more easterly of two footpaths across fields between Hungerford and West End.
Farmland, Waltham St Lawrence
The more easterly of two footpaths across fields between Hungerford and West End.
Farmland, Ruscombe
Farmland, Ruscombe
Farmland, Waltham St Lawrence A large arable field to the south of Shurlock Row.
Farmland, Waltham St Lawrence
A large arable field to the south of Shurlock Row.
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West End is located at Grid Ref: SU8275 (Lat: 51.47337, Lng: -0.81832245)

Unitary Authority: Windsor and Maidenhead

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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West End
Place: hamlet
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Lat/Long: 51.4720467/-0.8136226
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Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.4707761/-0.8197043
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Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.4728965/-0.8211048
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Barrier: kissing_gate
Lat/Long: 51.4772157/-0.8210609
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Direction: 215
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 8
Generator Source: solar
Generator Type: solar_photovoltaic_panel
Location: roof
Power: generator
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Lat/Long: 51.4739294/-0.8165663
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