English Heritage sites near Chesham Parish

Berkhamsted Castle

BERKHAMSTED CASTLE

4 miles from Chesham Parish

Visit the substantial remains of a strong and important motte and bailey castle dating from the 11th to 13th centuries, with surrounding walls, ditches and earthworks.

Old Gorhambury House

OLD GORHAMBURY HOUSE

10 miles from Chesham Parish

The remains of a once immense mansion built in 1563-8 by Sir Nicholas Bacon, Queen Elizabeth’s Lord Keeper and visited by the queen on at least four occasions.

Roman Wall of St Albans

ROMAN WALL OF ST ALBANS

11 miles from Chesham Parish

A section of the two-mile long wall built between AD 265 and 270 to defend the Roman city of Verulamium: including the foundations of towers and the London Gate.

Harmondsworth Barn

HARMONDSWORTH BARN

16 miles from Chesham Parish

This Grade I listed oak-framed medieval barn ranks alongside the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace for its exceptional architectural and historic interest.

Kenwood

KENWOOD

21 miles from Chesham Parish

This outstanding house beside Hampstead Heath was remodelled by Robert Adam between 1764 and 1779. He transformed the original brick building into a majestic villa for the great judge, Lord Mansfield.

Chiswick House and Gardens

CHISWICK HOUSE AND GARDENS

21 miles from Chesham Parish

Chiswick House is a glorious example of 18th-century British architecture. The 3rd Earl of Burlington, who designed this elegant villa, drew inspiration from his Grand Tours of Italy.


Churches in Chesham Parish

Christ Church Waterside

Waterside Chesham London
01494 783629
http://stgeorgesandchrist.church/

Christ Church is part of the Team Ministry of Great Chesham. Our church is located in the Waterside district of Chesham, overlooking the River Chess. We have a growing congregation of all ages with Sunday worship centred around a sung celebration of Holy Communion. We have a Sunday School for under-12s which is supported by all members of the church. Our midweek toddlers group is thriving and we have strong links with our local school. We strive to reach out to the youth in our district and run a weekly Youth Group.

Our website: http://stgeorgesandchrist.church

Emmanuel Chesham

Broad Street Chesham
(01494) 784372
http://www.emmanuelchesham.org

Emmanuel is a relaxed and informal Church with a strong Bible-based ministry in a modern building and facilities.  Music is provided by good, contemporary worship groups. The congregations are of all ages including lots of young families.  There are usually refreshments after each Service but these are suspended due to the Covid situation. Many mid-week activities for all ages, should be restarting in person from September 2021. For information about mid-week and one off events please see visit our website.    

Our Team Vicar is Edward Millais, email [email protected]

St Mary's Chesham

Church Street Chesham
(01494) 783629
http://www.stmaryschesham.org

St Mary's is a friendly church of all ages next to Lowndes Park in Chesham. 

We are a church family of all ages, a variety of backgrounds and at different stages of faith. Whether you're an established Christian or just beginning to explore what Christian faith is all about, we hope you'll find our website a useful introduction to all that goes on at St. Mary's and that you will join us on a Sunday in the near future - in person or online!

For more info, please visit our website: www.stmaryschesham.org

 

 

Tylers Hill: St George

Tyler's Hill Road Tyler's Hill Chesham
01494 773318
http://stgeorgesandchrist.church

We are a friendly village church, serving the area of Botley and Ley Hill situated at the end of Tylers Hill, beside the woods.
Now in our 150th year of sharing the love of God in our community, our main service is at 11.15am every Sunday, alternating between Morning Worship and Holy Communion. Afterwards we enjoy tea and coffee together.

A variety of activities happen during the week, including women's fellowship, Wednesday morning prayers and our popular sharing and learning dinners.   

Our website: http://stgeorgesandchrist.church/


Pubs in Chesham Parish

Black Cat

Lycrome Road, Lye Green, Lye Green, HP5 3LF
(01494) 773966
blackcatchesham.co.uk

Cosy, welcoming pub with relaxed atmosphere. The single-bar interior has much black cat memorabilia and includes collection of pump clips. Generous portions of good food served, both in the bar and the back room which doubles as a dining...
Chesham Belmont Club
Chesham Royal British Legion Club

Douglas Mcminn Centre, East Street, Chesham, HP5 1DG
(01494) 783864

Chesham Royal British Legion Club, Chesham
Chesham United Football Club

The Meadow, Amy Lane, Chesham, HP5 1NE
(01494) 783964
cheshamunited.co.uk/

IN ADDITION TO THE WEEKENDS, THE BAR IS ALSO OPEN DURING WEEKDAY FOOTBALL MATCHES 6-11 FOR FOOD AND DRINK . This is an open access club that is often used for other events when there are no matches.
Cock

96 Broadway, Chesham, HP5 1EG
(01494) 784656

Closed with planning permission for housing.
Elephant & Castle
Generals Arms

77 The Broadway, Chesham, HP5 1BX
(01494) 785622

After refurbishment re-open June 8th under the new name (previously the Misty Moon).
George & Dragon

14 High Street, Chesham, HP5 1EP
07905 413688

Old pub on the high street, with beams, wooden floor and snug. The food is provided by Brothers BBQ & Grill in the pub yard.
Griffin

Bellingdon Road, Chesham, HP5 2NN
(01494) 793491
gamekeeperslodgechesham.co.uk

A friendly local where you are made to feel welcome. The Poachers' Bar is popular with locals and has a large screen, pool table and dartboard. The Museum Bar is more peaceful and decorated in a variety of different ways with items to suit...
Hen & Chickens

119 Botley Road, Botley, HP5 1XG
(01494) 783303

Traditional country pub in a listed building and popular with the farming community.
Jolly Sportsman

2 Eskdale Avenue, Chesham, HP5 3AX
(01494) 774904
thejollysportsman.co.uk/

Many community events are organised including pool, darts, poker, DJ or karaoke nights and live music on Saturday nights. Sunday roasts are served.
Mad Squirrel Tap & Bottle Shop

8 Market Square, Chesham, HP5 1ES
(01494) 395857
madsquirrelbrew.co.uk/taprooms/chesham

Established in 2013 as the first of five (and counting) taprooms for Mad Squirrel Brewery. The building is right on the Market Square and, although its previous incarnation was an Italian delicatessen, it was once a pub called the Globe, so...
Nash Arms

1 Vale Road, Chesham, HP5 3HH

Demolished for housing.
Pheasant

Waterside Avenue, Chesham, HP5 1QE
(01494) 783387
pheasant-waterside.co.uk/

Great pub worthy of a visit with Sharp's Doom Bar as a regular ale along with one guest that rotates around famous names such as Directors, Broadside, Tribute and 6X. In the Summer you can bring a picnic to the pub garden and enjoy it by th...
Queens Head

120 Church Street, Chesham, HP5 1JD
(01494) 778690
queensheadchesham.co.uk

A traditional ale house and restaurant situated in the old part of town. This is a lovely old pub with the River Chess flowing past the entrance to its yard and under the corner of the public bar. First licensed in 1759, many of the build...
Rose & Crown
Trekkers Bar & Bottleshop

2 High Street, Chesham, HP5 1EP
07943 711501
trekkersbars.co.uk

A micropub in a former barbershop on Chesham's Market Square. Trekkers is dedicated to showcasing local breweries. Alongside the reasonably-priced cask ale offering, there are up to seven keg beers on tap, plus cider, sparkling wines and gi...
Wagon & Horses

152 High Street, Chesham, HP5 1EF

Wagon & Horses, Chesham
White Hill Centre

White Hill, Chesham, HP5 1AG
(01494) 775190
whitehillcentre.org.uk/

Community centre bar that opens when classes and activities are taking place in the evening. Hours are therefore variable.