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Wickham St. Paul

Civil Parish in Essex Braintree

England

Wickham St. Paul

All Saints church, Wickham St. Paul, Essex The church stands half a mile north of the village next to a farm. It has a lovely Tudor brick tower, built in 1505, and a nave that is 12th century. The chancel is the same height as the nave and was rebuilt in the 14th century. Inside is a fine chancel screen with much delicate tracery.
All Saints church, Wickham St. Paul, Essex Credit: Robert Edwards

Wickham St. Paul is a civil parish located in the county of Essex, England. Situated approximately 50 miles northeast of London, it is nestled in the heart of the picturesque countryside. The parish covers an area of around 6 square miles and is home to a small population of around 500 residents.

The village of Wickham St. Paul is known for its historic charm and rural beauty. It boasts a delightful mix of traditional thatched cottages, quaint village greens, and a 14th-century church, St. Paul's, which stands as a testament to its rich history. The church is a prominent feature of the parish and attracts visitors from far and wide.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. The area is known for its rolling hills, meandering rivers, and lush woodlands, providing a perfect backdrop for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. The Stour Valley Path, a long-distance footpath, passes through the parish, offering stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

Although small in size, Wickham St. Paul is a close-knit community with a strong sense of community spirit. The village hall serves as a hub for various social and recreational activities, including community events, clubs, and gatherings. The parish also has a primary school, providing education to the local children.

Overall, Wickham St. Paul offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle surrounded by natural beauty. Its rich history, charming architecture, and welcoming community make it a hidden gem in the Essex countryside.

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All Saints church, Wickham St. Paul, Essex The church stands half a mile north of the village next to a farm. It has a lovely Tudor brick tower, built in 1505, and a nave that is 12th century. The chancel is the same height as the nave and was rebuilt in the 14th century. Inside is a fine chancel screen with much delicate tracery.
All Saints church, Wickham St. Paul, Essex
The church stands half a mile north of the village next to a farm. It has a lovely Tudor brick tower, built in 1505, and a nave that is 12th century. The chancel is the same height as the nave and was rebuilt in the 14th century. Inside is a fine chancel screen with much delicate tracery.
Farmhouse at Park Farm, Wickham St. Paul, Essex
Farmhouse at Park Farm, Wickham St. Paul, Essex
'The Victory Inn', Wickham St. Paul, Essex This inn stands in the centre of the village, opposite a large village green.
'The Victory Inn', Wickham St. Paul, Essex
This inn stands in the centre of the village, opposite a large village green.
Twinstead village sign, Essex This sign actually stands at Twinstead Green.
Twinstead village sign, Essex
This sign actually stands at Twinstead Green.
Moat Farm, Gestingthorpe, Essex The farm once had a moat around it and part of it still exists.
Moat Farm, Gestingthorpe, Essex
The farm once had a moat around it and part of it still exists.
Road to Gestingthorpe from Little Maplestead, Essex
Road to Gestingthorpe from Little Maplestead, Essex
Entrance to Stones Farm, Wickham St Paul, Essex
Entrance to Stones Farm, Wickham St Paul, Essex
Catley Cross Farm, southeast of Wickham St. Paul, Essex
Catley Cross Farm, southeast of Wickham St. Paul, Essex
Part of Bulmer Brick & Tile Co. This company is located in the grounds of Hole Farm.
Part of Bulmer Brick & Tile Co.
This company is located in the grounds of Hole Farm.
Bridleway and road to Butler's Hall Farm
Bridleway and road to Butler's Hall Farm
The B1058, Hedingham Road
The B1058, Hedingham Road
Claypit at Bulmer Brick and Tile Works A view towards the working face of the claypit at this traditional brickworks, in use, on and off, since the 15th century.
Claypit at Bulmer Brick and Tile Works
A view towards the working face of the claypit at this traditional brickworks, in use, on and off, since the 15th century.
Freshly Moulded Bricks Wet clay bricks (between 700 and a thousand per man, per day) are laid out to dry under these long canopies before being fired. Drying takes place indoors in the winter. The Bulmer Brick and Tile Works is one of the last to use traditional hand craft on this scale.
Freshly Moulded Bricks
Wet clay bricks (between 700 and a thousand per man, per day) are laid out to dry under these long canopies before being fired. Drying takes place indoors in the winter. The Bulmer Brick and Tile Works is one of the last to use traditional hand craft on this scale.
Bulmer Brick and Tile Works Looking along the drying rows towards one of the two coal-fired kilns, built in the 1930s and still in use. Bulmer is one of the last companies making bricks in this traditional way, and their products have been used on many restoration projects around Britain.
Bulmer Brick and Tile Works
Looking along the drying rows towards one of the two coal-fired kilns, built in the 1930s and still in use. Bulmer is one of the last companies making bricks in this traditional way, and their products have been used on many restoration projects around Britain.
Kiln at the Bulmer Brick and Tile Works The older, 1930s kiln at the Bulmer Brick and Tile Works, with the end of the wet-brick drying rows in the foreground.
Kiln at the Bulmer Brick and Tile Works
The older, 1930s kiln at the Bulmer Brick and Tile Works, with the end of the wet-brick drying rows in the foreground.
Bulmer Brick and Tile Works The 1930s coal-fired kiln on the left, with the drying sheds to the right and the end product stacked in the foreground.
Bulmer Brick and Tile Works
The 1930s coal-fired kiln on the left, with the drying sheds to the right and the end product stacked in the foreground.
Bulmer Brick and Tile Works The more "modern" kiln, cooling down after a three-day firing. The chimney of the older kiln, finished in 1939, is just visible on the right.
Bulmer Brick and Tile Works
The more "modern" kiln, cooling down after a three-day firing. The chimney of the older kiln, finished in 1939, is just visible on the right.
Moulded and Decorative Bricks Some of the fancier type of products manufactured at the Bulmer Brick and Tile Works, in one of their stores. Examples can be found on old and new buildings up and down the country.
Moulded and Decorative Bricks
Some of the fancier type of products manufactured at the Bulmer Brick and Tile Works, in one of their stores. Examples can be found on old and new buildings up and down the country.
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Wickham St. Paul is located at Grid Ref: TL8336 (Lat: 51.997909, Lng: 0.666592)

Administrative County: Essex

District: Braintree

Police Authority: Essex

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Wickham St Paul
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Post Box
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Telephone
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Payment Credit Cards: yes
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Post Box
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Church Road
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Church Road
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The Victory
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The Victory
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Post Office
Wickham St Paul Post Office
Addr Postcode: CO9 2PT
Branch: Wickham St Paul
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Check Date: 2020-02-20
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/183116x/wickham-st-paul
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Power: tower
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Bench
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Information: guidepost
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Shelter
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Defibrillator
Access: yes
Defibrillator Location: outside The Victory pub in Wickham St Paul
Emergency: defibrillator
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