Fordham

Civil Parish in Essex Colchester

England

Fordham

Fordham is a civil parish located in the county of Essex, in the East of England region. Situated approximately 35 miles northeast of London, the village is part of the Colchester borough. It covers an area of around 1.8 square miles and has a population of approximately 1,500 residents.

The village is known for its picturesque and rural setting, surrounded by beautiful countryside and farmland. It exudes a sense of tranquility and offers a peaceful atmosphere for its inhabitants. Fordham is characterized by its charming traditional architecture, with many historic buildings and thatched cottages adding to its timeless charm.

The community in Fordham is close-knit and friendly, with a range of amenities and services available to its residents. These include a primary school, church, village hall, and a few local shops and pubs. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to nearby towns and cities.

Fordham is situated near the River Colne, providing opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating. The surrounding countryside offers numerous walking and cycling routes, allowing residents to enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

Overall, Fordham is a quintessential English village, offering a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for its residents. Its scenic surroundings, community spirit, and convenient location make it a desirable place to live for those seeking a rural retreat within easy reach of urban amenities.

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Fordham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.923255/0.800898 or Grid Reference TL9228. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Colchester from a small field in near Fordham

Mr James D

Wormingford Airfield

This is the perimeter track of Wormingford Airfield. Military aviation in Wormingford began during WW1 however this aerodrome was operational from November 1943 until the end of the war, after the war it was used by transport command. The base was finally stood down in 1962. It was used as a civilian airfield for a further nine years. During the 1970’s and 80’s the hard standings and other infrastructure were broken up as the land returned to agriculture as the Air ministry had promised when all land was requisitioned for airfield construction (it is worth noting this promise was also made to the owners of the land at RAF Heathrow). In 1990 the Essex and Suffolk Gliding Club moved to the airfield they have a history of the airfield and the units that operated from here on their website see club info section Link

. To go to the next field in an alphabetical tour of Essex WW2 airfields click on TL6824 : Andrews Field. Much information was gleaned from Graham Smith’s book “Essex Airfields In The Second World War”. Link

Glyn Baker

Wormingford Secondary

This is the remains of TL9230 : Wormingford Airfield secondary runway. The airfield is now used by the Essex & Suffolk Gliding Club Link

as the TL9230 : Warning Sign attests. There is some more info on the base at Link

Glyn Baker

Warning Sign

This warning sign on TL9230 : Wormingford Secondary runway tells walkers on the footpath that follows the perimeter track not to stray, there is no mention that maximum penalty for failure to comply is death!

Glyn Baker

Rights of Way and Rusting Relics

This is the junction of the TL9229 : Wormingford Peri Track footpath (running left to right) and the path to Hammonds Farm (behind the stile). The whole of the perimeter track of the airfield has been dedicated as a public right of way.

Glyn Baker

Looking over wheat crop to Fairfields Farm, Wormingford

Roger Jones

The Essex Way 109 - River Colne at Fordstreet

At this point just before it reaches the road at Fordstreet the Essex Way leaves the river bank for a short section.

Trevor Harris

The Essex Way 110 - The Shoulder of Mutton, Fordstreet

A great spot for a welcome break along the path.

Trevor Harris

The Essex Way 111 - footbridge

This bridge over the River Colne carries a footpath which crosses the Essex Way path.

Trevor Harris

The Essex Way 112 - oak tree

A magnificent field oak close by the footpath.

Trevor Harris

Farmland near Penlan Hall Lane

PAUL FARMER

Footpath sign near Penlan Hall Lane

PAUL FARMER

Shoulder of Mutton, Fordstreet c1948

Photographed across Halstead Road by my grandfather George W Baker. His car (registration number EMY 85) is parked in front of the public house. I've no idea who the pedestrian was but it may have been a warm day as he's got his shirt sleeves rolled up!

George W Baker