Burghfield

Settlement in Berkshire

England

Burghfield

Roundabout and houses, Sheffield Bottom The roundabout is a fairly recent replacement for a three-way junction with a fairly large grass triangle. The houses were aligned with one side of the triangle, and a fragment remains for access. — Roundabout and houses, Sheffield Bottom Credit: Robin Webster

Burghfield is a village and civil parish located in the county of Berkshire, in southern England. Situated about 7 miles southwest of Reading, it is nestled in the picturesque Kennet Valley. The village is divided into three main areas: Burghfield Common, Burghfield Village, and Burghfield Bridge.

Burghfield Common is the largest part of the village and has a thriving community with a range of amenities. It offers a variety of shops, including a supermarket, post office, and several local businesses. There are also recreational facilities, such as sports clubs, a leisure center, and a golf course.

Burghfield Village, on the other hand, has a more rural feel with a historic church, a primary school, and a few local shops and pubs. The surrounding countryside is dotted with fields and meadows, providing a peaceful and idyllic setting.

Burghfield Bridge, located on the outskirts of the village, is a small hamlet that straddles the River Kennet. It is known for its picturesque canal and lock, which are popular with boaters and walkers.

Overall, Burghfield offers a pleasant mix of rural charm and modern amenities. It boasts a close-knit community and provides easy access to nearby towns and cities, making it an attractive place to live for both families and commuters.

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Roundabout and houses, Sheffield Bottom The roundabout is a fairly recent replacement for a three-way junction with a fairly large grass triangle. The houses were aligned with one side of the triangle, and a fragment remains for access.

Roundabout and houses, Sheffield Bottom

The roundabout is a fairly recent replacement for a three-way junction with a fairly large grass triangle. The houses were aligned with one side of the triangle, and a fragment remains for access.

Maple leaves in Burghfield Common, Berkshire Autumn colour and a sliver of sunshine.

Maple leaves in Burghfield Common, Berkshire

Autumn colour and a sliver of sunshine.

Reading Services exit, M4 The M4 is 190 miles long and runs from London to South Wales. Major centres close to the motorway include Reading, Swindon, Bristol, Newport, Cardiff and Swansea. The motorway was constructed between 1961 and 1996. The M4 originally crossed the first Severn Road Bridge. It has now been diverted to use the Second Severn Crossing and the motorway over the older bridge has been renumbered as M48.
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Reading Services exit, M4

The M4 is 190 miles long and runs from London to South Wales. Major centres close to the motorway include Reading, Swindon, Bristol, Newport, Cardiff and Swansea. The motorway was constructed between 1961 and 1996. The M4 originally crossed the first Severn Road Bridge. It has now been diverted to use the Second Severn Crossing and the motorway over the older bridge has been renumbered as M48. Wikipedia: Link

Modern house, Burghfield Common, Berkshire

Modern house, Burghfield Common, Berkshire

Farmland, Burghfield, Berkshire

Farmland, Burghfield, Berkshire

Bottom Lane at the junction of Jaques Lane

Bottom Lane at the junction of Jaques Lane

Roundabout on Jaques Lane, Sherfield Bottom

Roundabout on Jaques Lane, Sherfield Bottom

Bennett's Hill at the junction of Deans Copse Road

Bennett's Hill at the junction of Deans Copse Road

The entrance to Hadley Skip Hire, Sheffield Bottom

The entrance to Hadley Skip Hire, Sheffield Bottom

The entrance to Hadley Waste Disposal, Trash Green

The entrance to Hadley Waste Disposal, Trash Green

Field by Deans Copse Road, Burghfield

Field by Deans Copse Road, Burghfield

Boldrewood, Burghfield Common A residential street in this very suburban village.

Boldrewood, Burghfield Common

A residential street in this very suburban village.

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Pump on the lawn An old pump over a well or borehole in front of The Hollies, a former large house now converted to a care home.

Pump on the lawn

An old pump over a well or borehole in front of The Hollies, a former large house now converted to a care home.

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Gate to Highwoods One of several large properties in this square which are set back from the road and approached by a driveway.

Gate to Highwoods

One of several large properties in this square which are set back from the road and approached by a driveway.

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Hanningtons Way A short residential no through road on the edge of Burghfield Common.

Hanningtons Way

A short residential no through road on the edge of Burghfield Common.

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Hosehill Lake One of many old gravel pits around here, now a nature reserve.

Hosehill Lake

One of many old gravel pits around here, now a nature reserve.

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Looking towards Amners Farm, Burghfield

Looking towards Amners Farm, Burghfield

Amners Farm Road, Burghfield

Amners Farm Road, Burghfield

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Burghfield is located at Grid Ref: SU6668 (Lat: 51.411046, Lng: -1.049498)

Unitary Authority: West Berkshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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Burghfield

Is In: Berkshire, England, UK

Place: village

Lat/Long: 51.4123926/-1.0457081

Turning Circle

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Turning Circle

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Bus Stop

Elm Drive (adj)

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

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Naptan NaptanCode: brkgmwd

Network: Lime 2

Operator: Reading Buses

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 2

Shelter: no

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Bus Stop

Clayhill Road Turn (adj)

Bench: no

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 030055750002

Naptan NaptanCode: brkdmjw

Network: Lime 2

Operator: Reading Buses

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 2;2A

Shelter: no

Source: survey

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Leisure: playground

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Barrier: cycle_barrier

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Barrier: cycle_barrier

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Waste Basket

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Bus Stop

Clayhill Road Turn (opp)

Bench: no

Bus: yes

Departures Board: timetable

Naptan AtcoCode: 030055750001

Naptan NaptanCode: brkdmjt

Network: Lime 2

Operator: Reading Buses

Public Transport: platform

Route Ref: 2;2A

Shelter: no

Source: survey

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Power: pole

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Direction: backward

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Stop

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Direction: forward

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Give Way

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