Anvilles

Settlement in Berkshire

England

Anvilles

Country lane, Inkpen, Berkshire Credit: Oswald Bertram

Anvilles is a small village located in the county of Berkshire, England. Situated in the picturesque countryside, it is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, creating a tranquil and idyllic setting.

The village has a rich history that dates back many centuries. It was first mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was recorded as "Anviles." Over the years, Anvilles has evolved into a close-knit community that preserves its heritage while embracing modernity.

Despite its small size, Anvilles offers a range of amenities and services for its residents. The village has a local pub, The Anvilles Arms, which serves as a social hub where locals gather to enjoy a pint and engage in friendly conversation. There is also a village hall that hosts community events and activities throughout the year.

Nature lovers will appreciate the abundance of natural beauty in Anvilles. The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. The nearby Anvilles Woods is a popular spot for nature walks and birdwatching.

Anvilles is well-connected to nearby towns and cities by road and public transportation. The village is just a short drive away from the larger towns of Reading and Newbury, where residents can find a wider range of amenities including shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment venues.

Overall, Anvilles is a charming village that offers a peaceful and rural lifestyle, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a quieter pace of life amidst picturesque surroundings.

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Anvilles Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.383035/-1.5128268 or Grid Reference SU3465. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Country lane, Inkpen, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Farmland, Sanham Green, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Farmland, Inkpen, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Farmland, Inkpen, Berkshire

Oswald Bertram

Field and Hedge beside Inkpen Road

Inkpen Road, which crosses this square, is shown on the map as part of a national cycle route. It's a pleasant ride with hardly any traffic, passing mainly grain fields and a bit of woodland, with the occasional horse as you get near Kintbury.

Des Blenkinsopp

Hay Cutting in the Valley

Freshly cut hay near the gate, with baled up stuff further in. A long hay meadow in a shallow dry valley surrounded by woodland on three sides.

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Towards Totterdown Copse

Totterdown Copse in the distance with rather marginal looking grazing land in front.

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Track to Little Templeton

Access to a property in the trees on the left.

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Old Milestone by the A338, south of Hungerford

Carved stone post by the A338, in parish of Hungerford (West Berkshire District), Salisbury Road; lay-by near Hollytree Cottages, North of Prosperous Farm, on wide grass verge at northern entrance of lay-by, on East side of road. Hungerford tombstone, erected by the Leckford or Sousley Water turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- TO HUNGERFORD 2 SARUM 25 Carved benchmark and rivet on top. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1289529 Link

Milestone Society National ID: BE_HGSA02