Area Guide: Waltham Abbey

Waltham Abbey

It is evident that the town was a Saxon settlement, the word “Waltham” is an old English word for a “Settlement in a Forest” however the first records date back to King Cnut who died here in 1035.

Waltham Abbey itself is an outstanding example of Norman architecture in Britain, endowed by King Harold who is believed to be buried here after his defeat to William the Conqueror in 1066. Today two stones mark the spot where he is believed to be. The Abbey was the last of the abbey’s to be destroyed by Henry VIII in march 1540.

The Royal Gunpowder Mills established in the 16th Century on Beaulieau Drive boast 175 acres of natural parkland and over twenty one important historic buildings. The gunpowder would be transported by the canals, such as Lee Canal still there today. The industry stopped only after World War 2.

The market in the towns market square every Tuesday and Saturday continues a tradition of 700 years. The nearest over-ground train station is in Waltham Cross and the nearest underground is in Loughton on the central line.

To the East of Waltham Abbey is Epping Forest, which once formed part of the great Forest of Essex. Epping Forest stretches for about 12 miles, running from the town of Epping to Wanstead in East London.

Waltham Abbey is a market town situated in the south west region of Essex on the border of Hertfordshire. It is approximately 24km north of London on the Greenwich Meridian Line, which runs beside The Abbey.

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Waltham Abbey is located in the River Lea Basin, next to Epping Forest. An historic town with Waltham Abbey itself and The Royal Gunpowder Mills, beautifully situated in countryside named Lea Valley Regional Park.

Local Primary Schools; Waltham Holy Cross Infant School/ Junior School, St Lawrence Church of England Primary School, The Leverton Infant and Nursery School/ Junior School.

Local Secondary Schools; King Harold Comprehensive, Thomas Tallis School.

ABBEYFIELDS popular location built approximately 10 years ago on the outskirts of Waltham Abbey close to the Marriott Hotel within easy access of Junction 26 of the M25 motorway. The nearest train station is Waltham Cross, and the nearest Underground line is Loughton on the Central line.

Roads Include: Farthingale Lane, Kestral Road, Eagle Close, Margerita Place, Wren Drive, Harrier way Peregrin Road, Merlin Close, Osprey Road,

TOWNMEAD the heart of Waltham Abbey, a lot of these properties come with views over the Abbey itself and its beautiful grounds, within easy access of all local amenities, shops, market, the library, museum, Harold Bridge, police, fire and ambulance depots, the Town Hall, and The Royal Gunpowder Mills.

Roads Include: Romelands, The Green, Rue de St. Lawrence, Cleall Avenue, Milton Court, Fountain Place, Paradise Road, Grange Court, Abbey Court, Mead Court, Townmead Road, Orchard Gardens, Audley gardens, Church Street, Darby Drive, Leverton Way, Quaker Lane, Milton Street, Wollard Street, Victoria Road, Greenfield Street, Harveyfields, King Goerge Road, Greenyard, Silver Street, Market Square, King Harold Court, South Parade, Arlingham Mews, Hanover Court, Foxes Parade, St Clements Court.

ROUNDHILLS This development is situated within easy access of local amenities including Waltham Abbey Swimming Pool. It runs along side the small stream Cobbins Brook , surrounded by open park land.

Roads Include: Roundhills, Caldbeck, Gilsland, Holecroft, Pinnacles, Springfields, Longcrofts, Birchwood, Aldersgrove, Robinsway, Heronswood, Nightingales, Downlands, Mayfield, Greenleas, Oakwood, Fairways.