Averham

Civil Parish in Nottinghamshire Newark and Sherwood

England

Averham

An old direction sign It has wooden name boards which are still legible.
An old direction sign Credit: Graham Hogg

Averham is a civil parish located in the county of Nottinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 4 miles east of the market town of Newark-on-Trent, Averham covers an area of around 1,600 acres.

The parish is predominantly rural, with a population of around 200 residents. The landscape is characterized by rolling hills and fertile farmland, making it an ideal location for agricultural activities. The River Trent runs through the western edge of the parish, providing picturesque views and opportunities for recreational activities such as fishing and boating.

The village of Averham itself is small and charming, with a few historic buildings that date back to the 18th and 19th centuries. These include the Grade II listed Averham House, a Georgian-style mansion that is now privately owned. The parish church, St. Michael and All Angels, is also a notable landmark, with parts of the building dating back to the 12th century.

Averham is well-connected to the surrounding areas, with good transportation links. The nearby A46 road provides easy access to Newark and the city of Nottingham, while the Newark North Gate railway station offers regular train services to various destinations across the country.

Overall, Averham offers a peaceful and picturesque countryside setting, with a strong sense of community and a rich history. It is an attractive location for those seeking a rural lifestyle while still being within easy reach of larger towns and cities.

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Averham Images

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An old direction sign It has wooden name boards which are still legible.
An old direction sign
It has wooden name boards which are still legible.
Road junction near Averham Park Farm The direction sign must have been there for many years as it still has wooden name boards. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6943012">SK7556 : An old direction sign</a>
Road junction near Averham Park Farm
The direction sign must have been there for many years as it still has wooden name boards. SK7556 : An old direction sign
Looking over a stream to a herd of cattle
Looking over a stream to a herd of cattle
Upton village sign Approaching the village from the east.
Upton village sign
Approaching the village from the east.
Starting stalls Used for training racehorses at the start of the two gallops at Averham Park Farm.
Starting stalls
Used for training racehorses at the start of the two gallops at Averham Park Farm.
The view from Micklebarrow Hill Looking north towards Averham Park Farm.
The view from Micklebarrow Hill
Looking north towards Averham Park Farm.
Looking towards Micklebarrow Hill
Looking towards Micklebarrow Hill
View from Micklebarrow Hill
View from Micklebarrow Hill
Starting stalls on Averham Park gallops
Starting stalls on Averham Park gallops
Path leading towards Kelham
Path leading towards Kelham
Yew Avenue, Kelham Hall Extends southwards from the Hall to the burial ground of the Society of the Sacred Mission.
Yew Avenue, Kelham Hall
Extends southwards from the Hall to the burial ground of the Society of the Sacred Mission.
Burial ground of the Society of the Sacred Mission, Kelham SSM occupied Kelham Hall from 1903 to 1972.
Burial ground of the Society of the Sacred Mission, Kelham
SSM occupied Kelham Hall from 1903 to 1972.
Pingley Dyke at Averham The landscape is dominated by pylons connecting to Staythorpe Power Station.
Pingley Dyke at Averham
The landscape is dominated by pylons connecting to Staythorpe Power Station.
Pylon near Averham Connects to Staythorpe Power Station.
Pylon near Averham
Connects to Staythorpe Power Station.
Fields and houses, Broadgate House, Kelham
Fields and houses, Broadgate House, Kelham
Autumn sown crop and Kelham Hills
Autumn sown crop and Kelham Hills
I was once much bigger A badly damaged willow tree shows substantial regeneration.
I was once much bigger
A badly damaged willow tree shows substantial regeneration.
Gate ona footpath from Kelham to Averham Park The woodland of Kelham Hills in the background.
Gate ona footpath from Kelham to Averham Park
The woodland of Kelham Hills in the background.
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Averham is located at Grid Ref: SK7555 (Lat: 53.088273, Lng: -0.868732)

Administrative County: Nottinghamshire

District: Newark and Sherwood

Police Authority: Nottinghamshire

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