Roxwell

Civil Parish in Essex Chelmsford

England

Roxwell

Chalk End looking towards the A1060
Chalk End looking towards the A1060 Credit: David Howard

Roxwell is a civil parish located in the county of Essex, in the eastern part of England. It is situated approximately 5 miles northwest of the city of Chelmsford and covers an area of around 11 square miles. The parish is predominantly rural, with a few small settlements scattered throughout the area.

The village of Roxwell itself is the main settlement within the parish, and it has a population of around 1,200 residents. It is characterized by its picturesque surroundings, with rolling countryside and farmland stretching as far as the eye can see. The village has a charming and peaceful atmosphere, offering a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of nearby urban areas.

In terms of amenities, Roxwell has a primary school, a village hall, and a church, which dates back to the 14th century and is dedicated to Saint Michael. The church is a prominent feature of the village and is known for its beautiful stained glass windows and historic architecture.

The parish is well-connected, with good transportation links to nearby towns and cities. The A1060 road runs through Roxwell, providing easy access to Chelmsford and other surrounding areas. There are also regular bus services that connect the village with neighboring communities.

Overall, Roxwell is a charming and idyllic rural parish, offering a peaceful and close-knit community for its residents. Its beautiful countryside and historic landmarks make it an attractive destination for visitors seeking a taste of traditional English village life.

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Roxwell Images

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Chalk End looking towards the A1060
Chalk End looking towards the A1060
Chalk End
Chalk End
The old main road, Chalk End Before it was bypassed, the Chelmsford - Bishop's Stortford road took this course, bending to the left at the junction with the road to the Easters.
The old main road, Chalk End
Before it was bypassed, the Chelmsford - Bishop's Stortford road took this course, bending to the left at the junction with the road to the Easters.
Boyton Hall Lane Looking towards Boyton Cross.
Boyton Hall Lane
Looking towards Boyton Cross.
Elm Lane, Roxwell A dead-end lane heading towards Mountneys.
Elm Lane, Roxwell
A dead-end lane heading towards Mountneys.
Bridleway off Elm Lane Here the bridleway is running south of Elm Tree House.
Bridleway off Elm Lane
Here the bridleway is running south of Elm Tree House.
View towards Dukes Manor, Roxwell Looking across Roxwell Brook from the western end of The Street.
View towards Dukes Manor, Roxwell
Looking across Roxwell Brook from the western end of The Street.
Farm Pond at Tye Hall One of three ponds slightly north east of Tye Hall.
Farm Pond at Tye Hall
One of three ponds slightly north east of Tye Hall.
Track to Hawthorn Cottage The track here - also a footpath - runs along the edge of the woodland to the north of Skreens Park.
Track to Hawthorn Cottage
The track here - also a footpath - runs along the edge of the woodland to the north of Skreens Park.
The Boating Lake, Skreens Park The lake at the adventure sports centre is seen from the footpath which passes its western end.
The Boating Lake, Skreens Park
The lake at the adventure sports centre is seen from the footpath which passes its western end.
Roxwell Brook ...and brook-side footpath near Stonehill Farm.
Roxwell Brook
...and brook-side footpath near Stonehill Farm.
Junction of Hoe Street with Galleons Hill Taken from the northern end of Hoe Street, with Thatcher's Farm opposite.
Junction of Hoe Street with Galleons Hill
Taken from the northern end of Hoe Street, with Thatcher's Farm opposite.
Footpath at Hoestreet The path heads north west towards Roxwell.
Footpath at Hoestreet
The path heads north west towards Roxwell.
Gravelly Lane Near Newney Green, close to the house called Gravelly End.
Gravelly Lane
Near Newney Green, close to the house called Gravelly End.
Lane to Benedict Otes and Newney Green
Lane to Benedict Otes and Newney Green
Roxwell, St Michael & All Angels
Roxwell, St Michael & All Angels
Lightfoots A farmhouse has existed on the site since the middle of the 14th century, but the present building dates from the late 16th century. It is now run as a livery stable.
Lightfoots
A farmhouse has existed on the site since the middle of the 14th century, but the present building dates from the late 16th century. It is now run as a livery stable.
Dukes Farm and Roxwell Brook Dukes dates from the 16th century. Roxwell Brook joins the River Can to the north of Writtle.
Dukes Farm and Roxwell Brook
Dukes dates from the 16th century. Roxwell Brook joins the River Can to the north of Writtle.
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Roxwell is located at Grid Ref: TL6308 (Lat: 51.753013, Lng: 0.372955)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Chelmsford

Police Authority: Essex

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