Wenden Lofts

Civil Parish in Essex Uttlesford

England

Wenden Lofts

Chrishall church
Chrishall church Credit: mym

Wenden Lofts is a civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England. Situated approximately 40 miles northeast of London, it covers an area of about 4.5 square miles. The parish is located near the larger village of Wendens Ambo, from which it takes its name. Wenden Lofts is mostly a rural area with a small population.

The landscape of Wenden Lofts is characterized by open fields, meadows, and pockets of woodland. The area is known for its picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and scenic views. The River Cam, which flows through the neighboring village, adds to the natural beauty of the surroundings.

The parish is home to a mix of agricultural and residential properties. The small number of houses in Wenden Lofts are predominantly traditional in style, with some newer developments. The local community is close-knit and friendly, with a strong sense of community spirit.

Wenden Lofts is well-connected to nearby towns and cities. The A11 road runs to the west of the parish, providing easy access to Cambridge, Newmarket, and London. The nearest railway station is in the neighboring village of Newport, offering regular services to London Liverpool Street and Cambridge.

In terms of amenities, Wenden Lofts has limited facilities within the parish itself. However, the nearby village of Wendens Ambo offers a range of amenities including a post office, village hall, and a pub. For further amenities, residents can easily access the larger towns of Saffron Walden and Bishop's Stortford, both within a short drive from Wenden Lofts.

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Wenden Lofts Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.018615/0.123981 or Grid Reference TL4537. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Chrishall church
Chrishall church
Ruined church in grounds of Lofts Hall
Ruined church in grounds of Lofts Hall
Elmdon, St Nicholas
Elmdon, St Nicholas
Thatched cottage at Duddenhoe End, Essex
Thatched cottage at Duddenhoe End, Essex
Duddenhoe End Farm, Duddenhoe End, Essex
Duddenhoe End Farm, Duddenhoe End, Essex
Barn at Parsonage Farm, Chrishall, Essex
Barn at Parsonage Farm, Chrishall, Essex
Thatched church at Upper Pond Street Officially the parish church of Duddenhoe End but located at Upper Pond Street this church is of timber construction with a thatched roof. It's known locally as 'the hamlet church'.
Thatched church at Upper Pond Street
Officially the parish church of Duddenhoe End but located at Upper Pond Street this church is of timber construction with a thatched roof. It's known locally as 'the hamlet church'.
Thatched cottages at Lower Pond Street Thatched cottages at Lower Pond Street
Thatched cottages at Lower Pond Street
Thatched cottages at Lower Pond Street
Chiswick Hall Believed to be the oldest building in the area.
Chiswick Hall
Believed to be the oldest building in the area.
Dark Lane path Dark Lane path near to its junction with Parkhouse Lane by-road.
Dark Lane path
Dark Lane path near to its junction with Parkhouse Lane by-road.
The road to Littlebury Green Road to Littlebury Green from the B1039
The road to Littlebury Green
Road to Littlebury Green from the B1039
Farm track and public footpath Farm track and public footpath at Cosh Farm, Coopers End.
Farm track and public footpath
Farm track and public footpath at Cosh Farm, Coopers End.
Autumn colours frame the climb up to Chrishall village View north on Hollow Rd, Chrishall at the entrance to New Farm. (The highest point in Essex is within the parish boundary).
Autumn colours frame the climb up to Chrishall village
View north on Hollow Rd, Chrishall at the entrance to New Farm. (The highest point in Essex is within the parish boundary).
A Hovel in Chrishall Dilapidated unoccupied cottage
A Hovel in Chrishall
Dilapidated unoccupied cottage
Chrishall Church and grounds Daffodils and primroses in the grounds. An excellent brass dated 1375 within the church.
Chrishall Church and grounds
Daffodils and primroses in the grounds. An excellent brass dated 1375 within the church.
Chrishall Church A brass of Sir John and Lady De La Pole, dated 1375, and a Norman font are worth seeing in the church.
Chrishall Church
A brass of Sir John and Lady De La Pole, dated 1375, and a Norman font are worth seeing in the church.
Shepherd's Caravan Used during shearing and other times when sheep were moved between pasture at some distance from the farm.
Shepherd's Caravan
Used during shearing and other times when sheep were moved between pasture at some distance from the farm.
New Barns and Chiswick Hall New barn-style development to the north of Chiswick Hall (which can be seen in the background).
New Barns and Chiswick Hall
New barn-style development to the north of Chiswick Hall (which can be seen in the background).
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Wenden Lofts is located at Grid Ref: TL4537 (Lat: 52.018615, Lng: 0.123981)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Uttlesford

Police Authority: Essex

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 52.018615,0.123981
Wenden Lofts
Is In: Essex,England,UK
Place: hamlet
Source Name: dictaphone
Lat/Long: 52.018983/0.1299557
Bus Stop
Lower Pond Street
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 150018004010
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan BusStopType: CUS
Naptan CommonName: Lower Pond Street
Naptan Crossing: Bull Lane
Naptan Indicator: NE-bound
Naptan Landmark: Lower Pond Street
Naptan NaptanCode: esxdawgm
Naptan Street: Lower Pond Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 52.0172501/0.1204173
Lower Pond Street
Place: hamlet
Lat/Long: 52.0180081/0.1229101
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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