St. Albans

Civil Parish in Nottinghamshire Gedling

England

St. Albans

Arnold, Nottinghamshire Recreating this &#039;First&#039; for the square <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/32037" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/32037">Link</a> . The title is taken from the original; this is St Mary&#039;s Church, to be specific. — Arnold, Nottinghamshire Credit: Alan Murray-Rust

St. Albans is a small civil parish located in the district of Newark and Sherwood, Nottinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 16 miles north of Nottingham, the parish covers an area of around 7 square miles and is home to a population of approximately 500 residents.

The parish is primarily rural in nature, characterized by rolling countryside, picturesque landscapes, and scattered farms. It is named after the historic St. Albans Church, which serves as a focal point within the community. The church, dating back to the 12th century, is a Grade I listed building and features stunning architectural details.

Despite its small size, St. Albans has a strong sense of community and offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a village hall, a primary school, and a post office. The local pub also serves as a popular gathering spot for both locals and visitors, offering a friendly atmosphere and traditional pub fare.

The parish is well-connected to surrounding areas by road, with the A1 and A46 providing easy access to larger towns and cities. Additionally, St. Albans benefits from its proximity to Sherwood Forest, a renowned national nature reserve and popular tourist destination.

Overall, St. Albans, Nottinghamshire offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents seeking a rural lifestyle, while still providing convenient access to nearby amenities and attractions.

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St. Albans Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 53.012871/-1.152364 or Grid Reference SK5646. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Arnold, Nottinghamshire

Recreating this 'First' for the square Link . The title is taken from the original; this is St Mary's Church, to be specific.

Alan Murray-Rust

Lavender walk

The main approach to St Mary's Church, Arnold.

Alan Murray-Rust

Front St, Arnold

Recreating this 'First' for the square Link . Not quite the precise camera location as the junction was remodelled in around 2015 and I would have had to have been standing in the middle of a busy road.

Alan Murray-Rust

Church for sale

The former Cross Street Baptist Church.

Alan Murray-Rust

Mansfield Rd, Daybrook

Recreating this 'First' for the square Link . I did not attempt to get to exactly the original camera position!

Alan Murray-Rust

Church of St Paul, Daybrook - 1

A fine church, consecrated in 1895, by the renowned late Victorian gothic-revival architect, J L Pearson. A mix of Early English and Decorated styles. The tower and spire were added in 1897. Listed Grade II*

Alan Murray-Rust

Church of St Paul, Daybrook - 2

The west window and gable; by the renowned late Victorian gothic-revival architect, J L Pearson. A mix of Early English and Decorated styles. Listed Grade II*.

Alan Murray-Rust

Church of St Paul, Daybrook - 3

The spire, added to the church in 1897; by the renowned late Victorian gothic-revival architect, J L Pearson. A mix of Early English and Decorated styles. Listed Grade II*.

Alan Murray-Rust

Church of St Paul, Daybrook - 4

The unusual bracket clock on the west face of the tower is a fine piece of wrought- and cast-iron work. Made by Gillet and Johnson of Croydon c.1900.

Alan Murray-Rust

Home Brewery buildings, Daybrook

Recreating this 'First' for the square Link Dating from 1936, designed for Home Ales Brewery by T. Cecil Howitt, also architect for Nottingham' Council House. Listed Grade II.

Alan Murray-Rust