Aldbury

Civil Parish 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 small village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. It is situated within the Chiltern Hills, approximately 3 miles north-west of Tring. Aldbury is a civil parish and falls under the administration of the Dacorum Borough Council.

The village is known for its picturesque and idyllic setting, surrounded by beautiful countryside and rolling hills. It is often referred to as one of the most charming villages in Hertfordshire, attracting visitors with its quaint and traditional English character.

The heart of Aldbury is its village green, a large open space surrounded by historic buildings, including the 14th-century St John the Baptist Church. The green is a popular spot for locals and visitors alike, offering a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.

Aldbury also boasts a range of amenities, including a village shop, a pub, and a primary school. There are several walking trails that start from the village, making it a popular destination for hikers and nature enthusiasts. The nearby Ashridge Estate, a National Trust property, offers extensive woodlands and parklands for exploration.

The village has a strong sense of community, with various events and activities organized throughout the year. These include a summer fete, a fireworks display, and a Christmas market, which contribute to the vibrant and friendly atmosphere of Aldbury.

Overall, Aldbury is a charming and picturesque village, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking a taste of rural English life.

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Aldbury Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.801728/-0.608763 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.
Footpath to Nortcott Court Farm Footpath from the railway bridge.
Footpath to Nortcott Court Farm
Footpath from the railway bridge.
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.
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Aldbury is located at Grid Ref: SP9612 (Lat: 51.801728, Lng: -0.608763)

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
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Aldbury
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Bus Stop
Pond
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Lat/Long: 51.8027047/-0.6017489
Post Box
Brand: Royal Mail
Brand Wikidata: Q638098
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 18:00; Sa 09:15
Operator: Royal Mail
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Ref: HP23 122
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
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Waste Basket
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Atm
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Waste Basket
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Recycling
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Waste Basket
Waste: rubbish bin
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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
Lat/Long: 51.802553/-0.6019507
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
Lat/Long: 51.8019479/-0.6021889
Barrier: lych_gate
Foot: yes
Source: GPS, observation
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Direction: 145
Generator Method: photovoltaic
Generator Output Electricity: yes
Generator Solar Modules: 16
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Location: roof
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Material: wood
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Power: pole
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Line Attachment: pin
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Power: pole
Source: bing
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Power: pole
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Power: pole
Source: bing
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Power: pole
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Line Attachment: pin
Power: pole
Source: bing
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Line Attachment: pin
Power: pole
Source: bing
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