Ansells End

Settlement in Hertfordshire North Hertfordshire

England

Ansells End

Blue Cross Animal Re-homing Centre, Kimpton
Blue Cross Animal Re-homing Centre, Kimpton Credit: David Howard

Ansells End is a small village located in Hertfordshire, England. Situated approximately 35 miles north of London, it falls within the administrative district of North Hertfordshire. The village is characterized by its peaceful rural setting, surrounded by picturesque countryside landscapes.

The origins of Ansells End can be traced back to medieval times, with historical records dating back to the 13th century. The village has a rich agricultural heritage, with farming being a significant part of its economy for centuries. Today, while some agricultural activities still take place, the village has diversified, and many of its residents commute to nearby towns for work.

The village itself is small, consisting of a cluster of traditional cottages and a few modern houses. The community is tight-knit, with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Residents enjoy a tranquil lifestyle, away from the hustle and bustle of larger urban areas.

Despite its small size, Ansells End benefits from its proximity to several amenities. The neighboring town of Letchworth Garden City offers a range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The village is also well-connected by road, with easy access to the A1(M) motorway, providing links to London and other major cities.

Ansells End is surrounded by natural beauty, with rolling countryside and scenic walking trails nearby. The village offers a peaceful retreat for those seeking a rural lifestyle while still having access to urban conveniences.

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Ansells End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.856413/-0.304265 or Grid Reference TL1618. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Blue Cross Animal Re-homing Centre, Kimpton
Blue Cross Animal Re-homing Centre, Kimpton
The Green, Kimpton This view is looking towards Church Lane. the building in the centre is a former butcher's shop.
The Green, Kimpton
This view is looking towards Church Lane. the building in the centre is a former butcher's shop.
The north side of the green, Kimpton
The north side of the green, Kimpton
House in Ansells End Interesting that the bedroom windows have been renewed with larger panes {easier to clean}
House in Ansells End
Interesting that the bedroom windows have been renewed with larger panes {easier to clean}
Claggy Cottage at Claggy Bottom This cottage is completely isolated in open fields.
What does the Claggy describe???
Claggy Cottage at Claggy Bottom
This cottage is completely isolated in open fields. What does the Claggy describe???
Business Units in  Claggy Rd Kimpton At least there is employment within walking distance of the town.
Business Units in Claggy Rd Kimpton
At least there is employment within walking distance of the town.
Houses in High Street Kimpton Interesting to compare the floor heights of the two properties. Victorian versus more recent .
Houses in High Street Kimpton
Interesting to compare the floor heights of the two properties. Victorian versus more recent .
War Memorial High St Kimpton It seemed worthy to include this in the sequence
War Memorial High St Kimpton
It seemed worthy to include this in the sequence
Pile of Pitprops next to Cuckolds Cottage The cottage was hidden behind bushes so this was more interesting.  Wonder about pit props though
Pile of Pitprops next to Cuckolds Cottage
The cottage was hidden behind bushes so this was more interesting. Wonder about pit props though
House at Cuckolds Cross This house is opposite to the cottage . I wonder why the Cuckold was cross???
House at Cuckolds Cross
This house is opposite to the cottage . I wonder why the Cuckold was cross???
House with an Aviary  Kimpton The wire cage around the window intrigues me
House with an Aviary Kimpton
The wire cage around the window intrigues me
The Boot pub in Kimpton The colour combination tells me something perhaps?
The Boot pub in Kimpton
The colour combination tells me something perhaps?
House in Porters End The gates tell me that the house is in the upmarket category
House in Porters End
The gates tell me that the house is in the upmarket category
Upmarket house in Porters End This house doesn't have gates as it is alongside the road.
Upmarket house in Porters End
This house doesn't have gates as it is alongside the road.
Farm in process of changing hands Porters End Wonder what the finance company has in mind for this farm?
Farm in process of changing hands Porters End
Wonder what the finance company has in mind for this farm?
The Church Of St. Peter & St. Paul - Kimpton, Hertfordshire This church was built in the 13th century, although it wasn't until the 15th century that the tower, spire and two storey porch were added.
The Church Of St. Peter & St. Paul - Kimpton, Hertfordshire
This church was built in the 13th century, although it wasn't until the 15th century that the tower, spire and two storey porch were added.
Antenna and cricket pavilion Just West of The Hoo, the radio mast at TL186197 on the left and the small building at TL187196 - a little cricket pavilion - on the right. Cattle pasture underfoot.
Antenna and cricket pavilion
Just West of The Hoo, the radio mast at TL186197 on the left and the small building at TL187196 - a little cricket pavilion - on the right. Cattle pasture underfoot.
Cricket pavilion near The Hoo. Slightly run-down and in need of sprucing up, but must still be used by someone - at least I assume it must be since the pitch is fenced in to keep the cows off.
Cricket pavilion near The Hoo.
Slightly run-down and in need of sprucing up, but must still be used by someone - at least I assume it must be since the pitch is fenced in to keep the cows off.
Show me another place!

Ansells End is located at Grid Ref: TL1618 (Lat: 51.856413, Lng: -0.304265)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: North Hertfordshire

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Located within 500m of 51.856413,-0.304265
Claggybottom
Source: NPE
Lat/Long: 51.8559751/-0.3095991
Barrier: kissing_gate
Foot: yes
Source: GPS, observation
Lat/Long: 51.8560117/-0.2971806
The data included in this document is from www.openstreetmap.org. The data is made available under ODbL.

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