Aldbury

Settlement in Hertfordshire Dacorum

England

Aldbury

Fallen tree near the Bridgewater Monument There are many gnarled fallen tree trunks in this part of the woods.
Fallen tree near the Bridgewater Monument Credit: Bob Walters

Aldbury is a picturesque village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated on the edge of the Chiltern Hills, it is surrounded by stunning countryside and offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for its residents. The village is part of the larger civil parish of Aldbury and Wigginton and is located just four miles north-west of the town of Hemel Hempstead.

The village is known for its traditional architecture, featuring a charming mix of thatched cottages, red-brick houses, and timber-framed buildings. The heart of Aldbury is dominated by the picturesque village green, which is surrounded by a cluster of historic buildings, including the 14th-century Church of St. John the Baptist. The green itself serves as a focal point for community events and is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Aldbury boasts several amenities to cater to its residents' needs, including a village shop, a post office, and a village hall. For those seeking outdoor activities, the nearby Ashridge Estate offers miles of walking and cycling trails, with stunning views of the surrounding countryside. The village is also home to the renowned Greyhound Inn, a traditional pub dating back to the 16th century, which offers a warm and friendly atmosphere and serves delicious food and drinks.

Overall, Aldbury is a charming and quintessential English village, offering a tranquil and picturesque setting for its residents, while also providing easy access to nearby towns and amenities.

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Aldbury Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.802117/-0.602094 or Grid Reference SP9612. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Fallen tree near the Bridgewater Monument There are many gnarled fallen tree trunks in this part of the woods.
Fallen tree near the Bridgewater Monument
There are many gnarled fallen tree trunks in this part of the woods.
New Ground canal bridge 136 The bridge carries Newground Road over the Grand Union Canal.
New Ground canal bridge 136
The bridge carries Newground Road over the Grand Union Canal.
B4506 across Northchurch Common Rather wet.
B4506 across Northchurch Common
Rather wet.
Tree Line Field boundary near Aldbury.
Tree Line
Field boundary near Aldbury.
Village Centre Pond and village centre, Aldbury.
Village Centre
Pond and village centre, Aldbury.
Footpath near Aldbury Footpath heading north near Aldbury.
Footpath near Aldbury
Footpath heading north near Aldbury.
Stocks Farm Road junction north of Aldbury.
Stocks Farm
Road junction north of Aldbury.
Valiant Trooper Public House in Aldbury.
Valiant Trooper
Public House in Aldbury.
Aldbury Village Houses in Aldbury.
Aldbury Village
Houses in Aldbury.
St John the Baptist Church in Aldbury.
St John the Baptist
Church in Aldbury.
Station Road Near Tring.
Station Road
Near Tring.
Westland Farm Track near Tring station.
Westland Farm
Track near Tring station.
Clark's Spring Residential street in Tring.
Clark's Spring
Residential street in Tring.
View eastwards from Stocks Road, Aldbury There was a pigeon in the tree.
View eastwards from Stocks Road, Aldbury
There was a pigeon in the tree.
Footpath at Church Farm, Aldbury
Footpath at Church Farm, Aldbury
Lane past the church, Aldbury I thought that this would be 'Church Lane' but apparently it is 'Station Road'. The arch on the left might have been built over a well. spring or trough.
Lane past the church, Aldbury
I thought that this would be 'Church Lane' but apparently it is 'Station Road'. The arch on the left might have been built over a well. spring or trough.
Ancient holloway, Ashridge Estate This is one of the ancient, possibly prehistoric, tracks used for driving livestock up onto the common from Pitstone village.
Ancient holloway, Ashridge Estate
This is one of the ancient, possibly prehistoric, tracks used for driving livestock up onto the common from Pitstone village.
Tree on Moneybury Hill, Ashridge Estate This tree has a massive branch coming out sideways and then turning upwards. The weight of the branch produces a huge shear force on the bend.
Tree on Moneybury Hill, Ashridge Estate
This tree has a massive branch coming out sideways and then turning upwards. The weight of the branch produces a huge shear force on the bend.
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Aldbury is located at Grid Ref: SP9612 (Lat: 51.802117, Lng: -0.602094)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: Dacorum

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

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Church Farm
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Pub
Valiant Trooper
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Aldbury
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Bus Stop
Pond
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Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
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Post Box
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Brand Wikidata: Q638098
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Operator: Royal Mail
Operator Wikidata: Q638098
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Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
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Waste Basket
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Atm
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Waste Basket
Waste: trash
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Recycling
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Recycling Type: container
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Waste Basket
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Bench
Backrest: yes
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Bench
Backrest: yes
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Bench
Backrest: yes
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Bench
Backrest: yes
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Stocks and Whipping Post
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Bench
Backrest: yes
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Power: pole
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Telephone
Defibrillator
Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Colour: red
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside red phone box, Trooper Road, Aldbury
Emergency: defibrillator
Listed Status: Grade II
Man Made: telephone_box
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Foot: yes
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Material: wood
Power: pole
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Material: wood
Power: pole
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Line Attachment: pin
Power: portal
Source: bing
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Power: pole
Source: bing
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Power: pole
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Line Attachment: pin
Power: pole
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