Allen's Green

Settlement in Hertfordshire East Hertfordshire

England

Allen's Green

Brook Lane, near Perry Green Brook Lane is a by-way between farms to the west of Perry Green.
Brook Lane, near Perry Green Credit: David Kemp

Allen's Green is a small village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated approximately 5 miles east of the town of Ware, its rural setting offers a peaceful and picturesque environment. The village is surrounded by open fields, farmland, and patches of woodland, providing residents with a tranquil and idyllic living experience.

With a population of around 300 people, Allen's Green is a close-knit community known for its strong sense of community spirit. The village features a mix of traditional and modern housing, ranging from charming cottages to more contemporary homes. The village's architecture reflects its rich history, with some buildings dating back to the 17th century.

Despite its small size, Allen's Green offers a range of amenities to cater to its residents' needs. The village has a local pub, The Prince of Wales, which serves as a social hub for both locals and visitors alike. Additionally, there is a village hall that hosts various community events and gatherings throughout the year.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the village's proximity to the surrounding countryside, offering numerous opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. The nearby River Rib also provides a picturesque setting for fishing and leisurely walks along its banks.

Overall, Allen's Green is a charming village that combines rural tranquility with a strong sense of community. Its picturesque setting, historic architecture, and welcoming atmosphere make it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful countryside lifestyle.

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Allen's Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.831553/0.114542 or Grid Reference TL4516. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Brook Lane, near Perry Green Brook Lane is a by-way between farms to the west of Perry Green.
Brook Lane, near Perry Green
Brook Lane is a by-way between farms to the west of Perry Green.
Plateau country west of Perry Green The countryside hereabouts is characterised by flat terrains incised by streams which have created wooded mini-valleys. The OS map shows the track on the left as "a road used as a public path" but there was little evidence of its recent use as a road.
Plateau country west of Perry Green
The countryside hereabouts is characterised by flat terrains incised by streams which have created wooded mini-valleys. The OS map shows the track on the left as "a road used as a public path" but there was little evidence of its recent use as a road.
Grazing land at Bucklers Hall Farm, Perry Green
Grazing land at Bucklers Hall Farm, Perry Green
The Hoops Inn, Perry Green (2022) This is the rear view as seen from the green.
The Hoops Inn, Perry Green (2022)
This is the rear view as seen from the green.
Downtown Perry Green Perry Green's claim to fame is that the sculptor Henry Moore lived there between 1940-86 at Hoglands (just out of view to the left).
Downtown Perry Green
Perry Green's claim to fame is that the sculptor Henry Moore lived there between 1940-86 at Hoglands (just out of view to the left).
Pillbox and Pylons Built sometime in 1940 / 41, the pillbox has 2 embrassures allowing the gunners to defend the road between Green Tye and Trim Green.  If the attackers had come across the fields from the northeast it would have been useless!
Pillbox and Pylons
Built sometime in 1940 / 41, the pillbox has 2 embrassures allowing the gunners to defend the road between Green Tye and Trim Green. If the attackers had come across the fields from the northeast it would have been useless!
Westwards
Westwards
Southwards
Southwards
Away from Allen's Green
Away from Allen's Green
Towards Allen's Green
Towards Allen's Green
National speed limit applies
National speed limit applies
Beanfield Road
Beanfield Road
No beans here! The field is adjacent to Beanfield Road.
No beans here!
The field is adjacent to Beanfield Road.
Grass in the middle This lane is a deteriorating upgraded cart track in places!
Grass in the middle
This lane is a deteriorating upgraded cart track in places!
Track to Shingle Hall
Track to Shingle Hall
Towards Shingle Hall
Towards Shingle Hall
St. Anne's church, Allen's Green, Herts. This church was built in 1874 to serve the small community at Allen's Green.
St. Anne's church, Allen's Green, Herts.
This church was built in 1874 to serve the small community at Allen's Green.
Cattle at Newhouse Farm, Spellbrook, Herts.
Cattle at Newhouse Farm, Spellbrook, Herts.
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Allen's Green is located at Grid Ref: TL4516 (Lat: 51.831553, Lng: 0.114542)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: East Hertfordshire

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.831553,0.114542
Pub
The Queens Head
Lat/Long: 51.8323984/0.111316
Allen's Green
Place: village
Wikidata: Q4731458
Lat/Long: 51.831815/0.1116594
Public Bookcase
Booth: K6
Colour: red
Disused Amenity: telephone
Man Made: telephone_box
Public Bookcase Type: phone_box
Lat/Long: 51.8318648/0.1103257
Advertising: board
Direction: 110
Support: pole
Lat/Long: 51.8318945/0.110341
Man Made: water_tap
Lat/Long: 51.8316288/0.1101187
Turning Circle
Lat/Long: 51.8320329/0.1191841
Post Box
Collection Times: Mo-Fr 16:00; Sa 11:15
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: CM21 139
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.8319151/0.1103566
Barrier: entrance
Lat/Long: 51.8335484/0.1157146
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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