Bury's Bank

Settlement in Berkshire

England

Bury's Bank

Pasture, Bishop's Green With woodland on the Berkshire side of the River Enborne. — Pasture, Bishop's Green Credit: Andrew Smith

Bury's Bank is a small village located in Berkshire, England. Situated approximately 8 miles northwest of Reading, it forms part of the larger civil parish of Purley on Thames. Bury's Bank is known for its rural charm, offering picturesque landscapes and a tranquil atmosphere.

The village is primarily residential, with a small population of around 500 residents. The architecture of Bury's Bank reflects its historical roots, with several traditional cottages and farmhouses scattered throughout the area. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, providing a beautiful backdrop for residents and visitors alike.

Despite its small size, Bury's Bank boasts a strong sense of community. The village has a local primary school, which serves the educational needs of the children in the area. Additionally, there is a village hall that hosts various events and activities throughout the year, bringing residents together and fostering a sense of camaraderie.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in Bury's Bank and its surrounding areas. The village is located close to the River Thames, offering opportunities for riverside walks and picnics. There are also several nature reserves nearby, such as the nearby Moor Copse Nature Reserve, which is popular for birdwatching and wildlife spotting.

Overall, Bury's Bank is a charming village in Berkshire that offers a peaceful and picturesque setting for its residents. With its strong sense of community and proximity to nature, it is an ideal place for those seeking a slower pace of life.

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Pasture, Bishop's Green With woodland on the Berkshire side of the River Enborne.

Pasture, Bishop's Green

With woodland on the Berkshire side of the River Enborne.

Pond at Greenham Common A shallow pond formed by heavy rain on Greenham Common. The old control tower - now a cafe - can be seen in the background.

Pond at Greenham Common

A shallow pond formed by heavy rain on Greenham Common. The old control tower - now a cafe - can be seen in the background.

Lay-by off Bury's Bank Road A lay-by off Bury&#039;s Bank Road beside Greenham Common. The road runs from Newbury to Thatcham, with livestock across part of it in-between two cattle grids.

Lay-by off Bury's Bank Road

A lay-by off Bury's Bank Road beside Greenham Common. The road runs from Newbury to Thatcham, with livestock across part of it in-between two cattle grids.

Lay-by off Bury's Bank Road A lay-by off Bury&#039;s Bank Road beside Greenham Common. The road runs from Newbury to Thatcham, with livestock across part of it in-between two cattle grids. The field to the right of the road is part of Greenham Common. The track to the left leads to a private dwelling.

Lay-by off Bury's Bank Road

A lay-by off Bury's Bank Road beside Greenham Common. The road runs from Newbury to Thatcham, with livestock across part of it in-between two cattle grids. The field to the right of the road is part of Greenham Common. The track to the left leads to a private dwelling.

Bowdown Woods entrance from car park The entrance to Bowdown Woods from the car park off Bury&#039;s Bank Road. The woods are suffering extensively from ash dieback disease, and many paths are closed because of it. Also in view is a rather smelly over-filled dog poo bin!

Bowdown Woods entrance from car park

The entrance to Bowdown Woods from the car park off Bury's Bank Road. The woods are suffering extensively from ash dieback disease, and many paths are closed because of it. Also in view is a rather smelly over-filled dog poo bin!

Bowdown Woods car park The car park at Bowdown Woods off Bury&#039;s Bank Road is rather bumpy, with a large &#039;roundabout&#039; in the centre. Cars can park all round the edges of the track, and often down the access road to the car park on a weekend.

Bowdown Woods car park

The car park at Bowdown Woods off Bury's Bank Road is rather bumpy, with a large 'roundabout' in the centre. Cars can park all round the edges of the track, and often down the access road to the car park on a weekend.

Bowdown Woods entrance path The main path from the entrance gate off the car park into Bowdown Woods. At the fork in the path ahead, there are two directions: north east or east.

Bowdown Woods entrance path

The main path from the entrance gate off the car park into Bowdown Woods. At the fork in the path ahead, there are two directions: north east or east.

Bowdown Woods entrance path The main path from the entrance gate off the car park into Bowdown Woods. The gate at the end leads to the car park. The path to the left heads east.

Bowdown Woods entrance path

The main path from the entrance gate off the car park into Bowdown Woods. The gate at the end leads to the car park. The path to the left heads east.

Bowdown Woods A view through the woodland at Bowdown Woods, from the path near to the entrance to the woods.

Bowdown Woods

A view through the woodland at Bowdown Woods, from the path near to the entrance to the woods.

Start of wildlife walk at Bowdown Woods To the left of the main path from the entrance to Bowdown Woods is a &#039;wildlife walk&#039; that runs in a loop past Bowdown House and Bowdown Farm. The start of the walk is characterised by a little undulation in the path. To the left in this image are the grounds of Bowdown House.

Start of wildlife walk at Bowdown Woods

To the left of the main path from the entrance to Bowdown Woods is a 'wildlife walk' that runs in a loop past Bowdown House and Bowdown Farm. The start of the walk is characterised by a little undulation in the path. To the left in this image are the grounds of Bowdown House.

Path north east in Bowdown Woods The main entrance path leads straight on to this path at the fork to the wildlife walk by Bowdown House and Bowdown Farm. This path leads to another loop and has wider paths than the wildlife walk.

Path north east in Bowdown Woods

The main entrance path leads straight on to this path at the fork to the wildlife walk by Bowdown House and Bowdown Farm. This path leads to another loop and has wider paths than the wildlife walk.

Bowdown Woods entrance path The entrance path to Bowdown Woods from the car park, photographed from beside the start of the wildlife walk by Bowdown House and Bowdown Farm.

Bowdown Woods entrance path

The entrance path to Bowdown Woods from the car park, photographed from beside the start of the wildlife walk by Bowdown House and Bowdown Farm.

Large trees in Bowdown Woods Large trees near to the path of the wildlife walk in Bowdown Woods. The sign on the post has a QR code and offers a guided tour with audio for the trail.

Large trees in Bowdown Woods

Large trees near to the path of the wildlife walk in Bowdown Woods. The sign on the post has a QR code and offers a guided tour with audio for the trail.

Bowdown Woods wildlife walk The first section of the wildlife walk in Bowdown Woods runs past the garden of Bowdown House. It is quite a steep path to the centre of the valley and up again.

Bowdown Woods wildlife walk

The first section of the wildlife walk in Bowdown Woods runs past the garden of Bowdown House. It is quite a steep path to the centre of the valley and up again.

Start of wildlife walk at Bowdown Woods The start of the wildlife walk at Bowdown Woods, looking towards the entrance to the wildlife walk and the main path.

Start of wildlife walk at Bowdown Woods

The start of the wildlife walk at Bowdown Woods, looking towards the entrance to the wildlife walk and the main path.

Bowdown Woods wildlife walk Taken from the middle of the valley on the wildlife walk in Bowdown Woods. Bowdown House is to the left, and there is a path to the right which completes the loop.

Bowdown Woods wildlife walk

Taken from the middle of the valley on the wildlife walk in Bowdown Woods. Bowdown House is to the left, and there is a path to the right which completes the loop.

Bowdown Woods minor path A path that isn&#039;t well trodden off the wildlife walk in Bowdown Woods. It would complete the wildlife walk if taken, though I believe due to ash dieback part of the connecting path to the main route is closed.

Bowdown Woods minor path

A path that isn't well trodden off the wildlife walk in Bowdown Woods. It would complete the wildlife walk if taken, though I believe due to ash dieback part of the connecting path to the main route is closed.

Steep path at Bowdown Woods A steep path leading to the middle of the valley on the wildlife walk in Bowdown Woods. To the right is Bowdown House. Following this path would lead to the main path in Bowdown Woods.

Steep path at Bowdown Woods

A steep path leading to the middle of the valley on the wildlife walk in Bowdown Woods. To the right is Bowdown House. Following this path would lead to the main path in Bowdown Woods.

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Bury's Bank is located at Grid Ref: SU4965 (Lat: 51.382943, Lng: -1.294802)

Unitary Authority: West Berkshire

Police Authority: Thames Valley

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///paint.gangs.copies. Near Greenham, Berkshire

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