Beenham

Civil Parish in Berkshire

England

Beenham

Caravan and motor caravan shop, Lower Padworth The Caravan Company occupies the front; Webb&#039;s Motor Caravans is the name on the building. The view is from the top deck of a No.1 bus (Reading-Newbury) stopped at Aldermaston Wharf. — Caravan and motor caravan shop, Lower Padworth Credit: Robin Stott

Beenham is a civil parish located in the county of Berkshire, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles west of the town of Reading and 48 miles west of London. The parish covers an area of around 6 square miles and has a population of approximately 1,000 residents.

The landscape of Beenham is mainly rural, characterized by picturesque countryside and farmland. The River Kennet runs through the southern part of the parish, providing scenic views and recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.

The village of Beenham is the main settlement within the parish. It is a small, charming village with a close-knit community. The village is home to a historic Anglican church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is known for its beautiful architecture and stained glass windows.

In terms of amenities, Beenham has a village hall that serves as a hub for community events and gatherings. The village also has a primary school, providing education for local children.

Being located in the heart of rural Berkshire, Beenham offers residents a peaceful and tranquil environment, away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The parish is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good transport links to Reading and London.

Overall, Beenham is a charming civil parish with a rich history, beautiful countryside, and a strong sense of community.

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Beenham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.413755/-1.145571 or Grid Reference SU5968. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Caravan and motor caravan shop, Lower Padworth

The Caravan Company occupies the front; Webb's Motor Caravans is the name on the building. The view is from the top deck of a No.1 bus (Reading-Newbury) stopped at Aldermaston Wharf.

Robin Stott

Houses, Aldermaston Wharf

N Chadwick

Depot, Lower Padworth

N Chadwick

Depot, Lower Padworth

N Chadwick

Houses, Bath Rd

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Railside housing, Lower Padworth

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Bath Road Farm

N Chadwick

Canal and Railway

Between Reading and Pewsey the canal and railway follow each other closely. Sometimes very closely.

Des Blenkinsopp

Red Buffer Stop

A disused siding leaves the main line just here and heads off to a derelict industrial site in Aldermaston.

Des Blenkinsopp

Disused Sidings

This runs to a derelict industrial site in Aldermaston, just visible extreme left.

Des Blenkinsopp

Waste Treatment Plant

This is a new facility built on part of a large derelict industrial site.

Des Blenkinsopp

Derelict Industrial Site

This is part of a large site which used to have its own rail connection. At a guess, looking at all the pipes, it was a fuel depot or similar. Part of the site is redeveloped as a waste treatment plant, but this still looks much the same as it did five years ago SU6067 : Depot near Padworth

Des Blenkinsopp

Bicycle by the Window

This is at the visitor centre and cafe in the old canalside cottage shown in SU6067 : The Kennet and Avon Tea rooms That's a peace lily drooping on the window sill. They're not keen on too much hot sunlight.

Des Blenkinsopp

Field near Towney Bridge

Between the railway line, from which this was taken, and the Kennet and Avon Canal, with trees on the far side. Bushes are scattered across this dog-walking field.

Derek Harper

Recreation ground, Aldermaston

With a gethering of recreational vehicles, and viewed from a train on the Penzance-Paddington line.

Derek Harper

Avenue of Oaks, Bucklebury, Berkshire

The inner row of oaks was planted to celebrate a visit by Elizabeth I and the outer row to commemorate Wellington's victory at Waterloo in 1815. (Source:website of the Bucklebury Estate) The gate posts were erected in 2015 to mark the marriage of Catherine Middleton, a resident of the village, to Prince William.

Oswald Bertram