Wimbish Green

Settlement in Essex Uttlesford

England

Wimbish Green

St Mary's church, Radwinter View of the south side showing the fine half-timbered porch. — St Mary's church, Radwinter Credit: David Gruar

Wimbish Green is a quaint village situated in the county of Essex, England. It is located approximately 45 miles northeast of London and is nestled in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. The village falls within the Uttlesford district and is part of the civil parish of Wimbish.

Wimbish Green is known for its peaceful and idyllic setting, offering residents and visitors a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is home to a small but tight-knit community, with a population of around 500 people.

One of the prominent landmarks in Wimbish Green is St. Mary's Church, a beautiful medieval structure that dates back to the 14th century. The church is a focal point for both religious and community events, and its stunning architecture attracts visitors from far and wide.

The village also boasts a traditional pub, The Plough, which offers a warm and friendly atmosphere for locals and tourists alike. The pub serves a range of delicious food and beverages, making it a popular spot for socializing and enjoying a meal.

Wimbish Green benefits from its close proximity to the larger town of Saffron Walden, which provides a wider range of amenities and services, including schools, shops, and leisure facilities. The village is well-connected by road, with easy access to major transport links, making it convenient for commuters.

Overall, Wimbish Green is a charming and tranquil village that exudes a sense of rural beauty and community spirit. Its picturesque surroundings and historic landmarks make it an attractive destination for those seeking a peaceful and scenic retreat.

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Wimbish Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.992522/0.333336 or Grid Reference TL6035. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

St Mary's church, Radwinter

View of the south side showing the fine half-timbered porch.

David Gruar

Farm track near Radwinter

The track comes from Hill Farm, on the B1053 at TL617371, giving access to several fields. Not marked on the 1940s map.

David Gruar

WW2 pillbox near Wimbish Green

Situated on a small ridge with a good view over the surrounding countryside on two sides, this pillbox was no doubt built to guard the flank of TL6134 : Great Stampford Aerodrome.

David Gruar

Houses in Wimbish Green

This part of the hamlet is called Upper Green, as opposed to Lower Green which is by a stream to the south.

David Gruar

Bridge over the River Pant near Radwinter

In this dry, chalky landscape every little trickle seems to be called a river. The bridge, which carries a public footpath and gives access between two fields, is a rather nice brick arch construction.

David Gruar

Great Stampford Aerodrome

This bridle path crosses the former Great Stampford Aerodrome. You can see from the picture why this level ground was chosen for an airfield. The runways were made from prefabricated metal tracking so there is no evidence of them now, although the perimeter track is still largely extant. The field was intended as a satellite to RAF Debden but after less than a year's operations Debden was reassigned to the USAAF. The site was then used by the RAF regiment as a training base until 1944. To go to the next field in an alphabetical tour of Essex WW2 airfields click on TQ5384 : Swords into Ploughshares. Much information was gleaned from Graham Smith’s book “Essex Airfields In The Second World War”. Link

Glyn Baker

The farmhouse at Dove House Farm

Robert Edwards

Westwood Lodge

Contrary to my original titling this is not the grade II listed Friars Farm farmhouse, which is out of sight to the left of the red brick lodge.

Keith Edkins

Track of old Roman Road

Keith Edkins

Upper Green, near Tye Green

There are two places called Upper Green marked on the 1:25,000 map within 500 metres of each other. One relates to Wimbish Green and is in TL6035; this one, I presume, belongs to Tye Green to the west. Photo taken at the point where the public footpath leaves the road to the north.

David Gruar

Wheat and oilseed rape, near Wimbish

In the foreground, a large field of unripened wheat; in the background the rape is just coming into flower. The River Pant flows in the valley in between.

David Gruar