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Childwick Bury

Settlement in Hertfordshire St. Albans

England

Childwick Bury

Onyx recycling at Redbournbury Onyx vehicles are tankers so the recycling is of liquids but that is the extent of my knowledge.
Onyx recycling at Redbournbury Credit: Jack Hill

Childwick Bury is an affluent rural area located in Hertfordshire, England. Situated approximately 2 miles south of St Albans, it covers an area that spans both the civil parishes of St Michael and St Stephen.

The area is known for its picturesque landscapes, with rolling hills, lush green fields, and woodlands. It is characterized by its tranquil and idyllic setting, making it a popular choice for those seeking a peaceful countryside retreat.

Childwick Bury is home to a number of impressive historic buildings, including Childwickbury Manor. This Grade II listed manor house dates back to the 16th century and features stunning Tudor architecture. The manor has been associated with notable figures throughout history, including the famous English writer George Bernard Shaw.

In addition to its historical charm, Childwick Bury boasts an active equestrian community. The area is renowned for its horse racing heritage, with the Childwickbury Stud and Stables being a prominent establishment in the horse racing industry.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby Heartwood Forest, one of the largest native forests in England, provides a beautiful natural setting for exploration and nature lovers.

Overall, Childwick Bury is a hidden gem in Hertfordshire, offering a harmonious blend of history, natural beauty, and a sense of rural tranquility.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.777067/-0.3490089 or Grid Reference TL1410. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Onyx recycling at Redbournbury Onyx vehicles are tankers so the recycling is of liquids but that is the extent of my knowledge.
Onyx recycling at Redbournbury
Onyx vehicles are tankers so the recycling is of liquids but that is the extent of my knowledge.
River Ver with cattle at Redbournbury The recycling works are just to the right of the picture so I hope they never have an accidental spillage.
River Ver with cattle at Redbournbury
The recycling works are just to the right of the picture so I hope they never have an accidental spillage.
Railway line between St Albans and Harpenden Viewed looking southwards from Cheapside Farm bridge, a northbound Thameslink train approaches. This is the main railway line from London to Luton, Bedford, Kettering, Leicester, and Nottingham.
Railway line between St Albans and Harpenden
Viewed looking southwards from Cheapside Farm bridge, a northbound Thameslink train approaches. This is the main railway line from London to Luton, Bedford, Kettering, Leicester, and Nottingham.
Farmland twixt St Albans and Harpenden Viewed looking northwards from the track to Cheapside Farm.
Farmland twixt St Albans and Harpenden
Viewed looking northwards from the track to Cheapside Farm.
Childwickbury Manor House Childwickbury manor, formerly Stanley Kubrick's house.
Childwickbury Manor House
Childwickbury manor, formerly Stanley Kubrick's house.
Cricket near the pub At the northern edge of the square the small building marked on the public footpath across the road from the pub is a cricket pavilion. Oddly, the cricket pitch seems to be in the middle of a golf course.
Cricket near the pub
At the northern edge of the square the small building marked on the public footpath across the road from the pub is a cricket pavilion. Oddly, the cricket pitch seems to be in the middle of a golf course.
Barn among fields The isolated building marked on the 1:50,000 OS map at around TL145113 is this barn. Photograph taken looking South East from a heavily overgrown footpath.
Barn among fields
The isolated building marked on the 1:50,000 OS map at around TL145113 is this barn. Photograph taken looking South East from a heavily overgrown footpath.
Houses near Beesonend These 3 large houses stand on the south side of the B road shortly after you turn off the A1081 towards Redbournbury.
Houses near Beesonend
These 3 large houses stand on the south side of the B road shortly after you turn off the A1081 towards Redbournbury.
Strange little building This unusual little building stands in the grounds of Beesonend Farm House. I've classified it as a shed, but I'm sure there is - or at least was - more to it than that.
Strange little building
This unusual little building stands in the grounds of Beesonend Farm House. I've classified it as a shed, but I'm sure there is - or at least was - more to it than that.
Childwick Green St Mary's Church, on the left, was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott and built in 1867
Childwick Green
St Mary's Church, on the left, was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott and built in 1867
Cricket Pavilion Bamville Cricket Club pavilion
Cricket Pavilion
Bamville Cricket Club pavilion
Empty oil train heads down the Midland main line Oil empties for Immingham head down the Midland main line nr Harpenden. These empties had come from the former oil depot at Langley and were returning to Lindsey oil depot at Immingham. This was a daily working but the Langley oil depot has now closed and is no longer rail served.
Empty oil train heads down the Midland main line
Oil empties for Immingham head down the Midland main line nr Harpenden. These empties had come from the former oil depot at Langley and were returning to Lindsey oil depot at Immingham. This was a daily working but the Langley oil depot has now closed and is no longer rail served.
Hertfordshire Way near Redbournbury
Hertfordshire Way near Redbournbury
Childwick Green - 1953 The white posts, or their replacements, are still there - see Ian Capper's photo from 2006 <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/604851">TL1410 : Childwick Green</a>. St Mary's Church is in the background, through the trees.
Childwick Green - 1953
The white posts, or their replacements, are still there - see Ian Capper's photo from 2006 TL1410 : Childwick Green. St Mary's Church is in the background, through the trees.
Lay-by on Harpenden Road Heading towards St. Albans.
Lay-by on Harpenden Road
Heading towards St. Albans.
Beech Bottom Dyke Iron Age earthwork in the middle of an urban area.
Beech Bottom Dyke
Iron Age earthwork in the middle of an urban area.
Warehouses in Valley Road St Albans This business park is in complete contrast to the rural look of the beech bottom
Warehouses in Valley Road St Albans
This business park is in complete contrast to the rural look of the beech bottom
Harvester Pub on Harpenden Road crossing The pub has been refurbished and enlarged
Harvester Pub on Harpenden Road crossing
The pub has been refurbished and enlarged
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Childwick Bury is located at Grid Ref: TL1410 (Lat: 51.777067, Lng: -0.3490089)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: St. Albans

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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