Chells

Settlement in Hertfordshire Stevenage

England

Chells

Hydean Way Shops Typical of local shops in Stevenage new town. Above a parade of shops including a small supermarket, take away food outlet and Post Office there are maisonettes accessed from the rear. To the right there are 2/3 bedroomed homes. — Hydean Way Shops Credit: Robin Hall

Chells is a suburban residential area located in the town of Stevenage, Hertfordshire, in the United Kingdom. Situated approximately 30 miles north of London, Chells is part of the broader urban area of Stevenage and is known for its peaceful atmosphere and family-friendly environment.

Chells primarily consists of residential housing, with a variety of housing types including detached and semi-detached properties, as well as some apartment buildings. The area is well-maintained and offers a mix of modern and older homes. Chells benefits from its proximity to Stevenage town center, where residents can find a range of amenities, shops, and entertainment options.

Residents of Chells enjoy easy access to green spaces and recreational areas. There are several parks nearby, including Fairlands Valley Park, which offers beautiful lakes, walking trails, and facilities for water sports. Additionally, Chells is home to a number of primary and secondary schools, making it an attractive area for families with children.

Transportation in Chells is convenient, with good road links including the nearby A1(M) motorway, providing easy access to London and other major towns and cities in the region. Stevenage railway station, located a short distance away, offers regular train services to London Kings Cross, making it an ideal location for commuters.

Overall, Chells offers a peaceful and family-oriented community with access to amenities, green spaces, and convenient transportation links.

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Chells Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.908378/-0.171608 or Grid Reference TL2524. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Hydean Way Shops

Typical of local shops in Stevenage new town. Above a parade of shops including a small supermarket, take away food outlet and Post Office there are maisonettes accessed from the rear. To the right there are 2/3 bedroomed homes.

Robin Hall

South end of Fairlands Valley Park.

This photograph was taken facing north into Fairlands Valley Park from the car park used for Stevenage Borough FC (see TL2422). This park is also used for travelling fairs and circuses.

Robin Hall

Fairlands Valley Park

This large lake is used by sailors and fishermen. This photo is taken facing south. To the rear there are two smaller lakes. The park is very popular in the summer.

Robin Hall

Silam Rd.

To the right are houses not untypical of Stevenage new town. Looming over Silam Rd is one of a pair of high rise flats close to the town centre.

Robin Hall

Parishes Mead.

Parishes mead is a newer development on the east side of Stevenage. There is a mixture of private and social housing here.

Robin Hall

Mildmay Road.

These houses were built in a variety of styles. These are not untypical but some of the architectural styles bring their own maintenance problems.

Robin Hall

Fortuna Close

One of the more modern parts of Stevenage and with some more imaginative building - three storeys!

Robin Hall

Hampson Park / Pin Green Water Tower.

Although this water tower is right on the edge of this square I have used it because it dominates the locality. The large flat construction on the left, behind the fence, is a covered reservoir. The tower is now bristling with aerials of all sorts.

Robin Hall

Mastercare warehousing

Although this photograph is actually taken (just) from neighbouring TL2526, this warehouse is typical of this industrial estate. Not all are grey and red. Some are grey and another colour!

Robin Hall

Ferrier Rd

This could be any road in this area. Plans seem to have been bought as a job lot.

Robin Hall

Telford Avenue.

On the edge of TL2525.. I wasn't going any further into this estate. I always get lost even though it's not that big by local standards. This estate, in common with others in the area suffers from the increase in car ownership. Parking is awkward, the roads not wide and the layout is twisting.

Robin Hall

The Crown, Aston End

John Sanderson

Just Outside Stevenage

On the Stevenage boundary, looking across TL2725 from Stevenage Road and you are in open country.

John Sanderson

Trig point at Lonsdale School

I swear that tree was not there when I took the photo. This Trig point is in the playing field of a special needs school caring for 75 children between the ages of 2 and 19 from London, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire.

Robin Hall