Welcome to Charlton

Charlton is a small village located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. It is situated near the town of Hitchin and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Charlton is a popular destination for those who want to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the natural beauty of the English countryside.

One of the main attractions of Charlton is its historic church, St. Mary's. The church dates back to the 12th century and is a beautiful example of Norman architecture. It is a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, who come to admire the stunning stained glass windows and intricate stonework. The church is also home to a number of interesting historical artifacts, including a 14th-century font and a 17th-century pulpit.

Charlton is also home to a number of walking and cycling trails, which offer visitors the chance to explore the surrounding countryside. The village is situated near the Hertfordshire Way, a long-distance footpath that runs for 195 miles through the county. The trail takes walkers through some of the most beautiful and unspoiled parts of Hertfordshire, including ancient woodlands, rolling hills, and picturesque villages. Cyclists can also enjoy the quiet country lanes and challenging hills that surround Charlton, making it a popular destination for those who love outdoor activities.

Local Schools

School	Details
Highbury Infant School And Nursery Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Avey	Standhill Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9AG 01462630500 School Website
Samuel Lucas Junior Mixed And Infant School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Brind	Gaping Lane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2JQ 01462456737 School Website
Whitehill Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Steve Mills	Whitehill Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9HT 01462621313 School Website
Hitchin Boys School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Fergal Moane	Grammar School Walk Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1JB 01462432181 School Website
Hitchin Girls School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mrs James Crowther	Highbury Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9RS 01462621300 School Website
Wilshere Dacre Junior Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Smith	Fishponds Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1NS 01462459215 School Website
Oughton Primary And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Lisa Clayton	Mattocke Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2NZ 01462450716 School Website
Kingshott School Other Independent School Ages:3-13 Head Teacher Mr David Weston	Stevenage Road St Ippolyts Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7JX 1462432009 School Website
St Andrews Church Of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Hitchin Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Deborah Fenn	Benslow Lane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9RD 01462459160 School Website
York Road Nursery School La Nursery School Ages:3-5 Head Teacher Mrs Diane Frainer	York Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1XA 01462459127

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Hitchin Walsworth Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 9UL 1.46 Miles

Letchworth Garden City Station Road, Letchworth Garden City, Hertfordshire, SG6 3AN 3.80 Miles

Stevenage Lytton Way, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1 1XT 4.23 Miles

Baldock Station Road, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 5BU 5.66 Miles

Arlesey Old Oak Close, Arlesey, Bedfordshire, SG15 6XA 6.12 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Town Taxis 01462 423242 Unit 4/Dog Kennel Farm/Charlton Rd, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 2AB 0.20 Miles
Executive Airport Cars 01462 612607 3A Nuns Close, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1EP 0.71 Miles
Airport Taxis 07761 706345 3A Nuns Close, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1EP 0.71 Miles
Easy Limos 07766 687117 High Street, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1BH 0.74 Miles
Boxall Taxis Ltd Hitchin 01462 433333 30A Nightingale Road, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1QU 1.21 Miles
Alpha Taxis 01462 440909 23 North Pl, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 2NW 1.25 Miles
Cabstar 0800 052 2152 37 Periwinkle Lane, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1TZ 1.32 Miles
Tinys Taxis Hitchin 01462 888888 Desmond Court, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1RD 1.38 Miles
Castle Taxis 01462 432666 Unit 6/North End Business Centre/Bury Mead Rd, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG5 1RT 1.64 Miles
A Class Taxis 01462 422228 33 Highover Way, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, SG4 0RG 1.84 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
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The Limes Sg5 2An Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Pirton Road Sg5 2Bq Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Old Charlton Road Sg5 2Aj Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Conquest Close Sg4 9Dp Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hitchin Post Office Sg5 1Bq Collection Today available until:17:15 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Market Place Left Sg5 1Dr Collection Today available until:17:30 Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:11:30
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West Hill Road Sg5 2He Collection Today available until:09:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
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Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Hertfordshire Special Allocation Scheme 0333 2001220	The Treatment Centre 39 Portmill Lane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1DJ
The Portmill Surgery 01462 434246	The Portmill Surgery 114 Queen Street Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 9TH
Orford Lodge	100 Bancroft Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1ND
Courtenay House Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service	Courtenay House Bancroft Court Hitchin SG5 1LH
Courtenay House Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 3	Courtenay House Bancroft Court Hitchin SG5 1LH

Local Stores

Symonds Green
1 Filey Close
Symonds Green
Stevenage
Hertfordshire
SG1 2JW
01438 355541
Store Website
3.30 miles

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SPAR - Euro Garages - Nightingale
Euro Garages
Nightingale Road
Hitchen
SG5 1RQ
01462 455226
Store Website
1.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Berry House Veterinary Practice
41 Nightingale Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1RE 01462 451500 info@berryhousevets.co.uk Website 1.30 miles
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Hitchin Veterinary Surgery
St. Ibbs Farm London Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7NL 01462 436963 info@hitchinvets.co.uk Website 1.36 miles
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Companion Care (Stevenage) Ltd T/A Vets4pets
Inside Pets At Home Unit 1 The Firs Fairlands Way Stevenage Hertfordshire SG1 1FZ 01438 747 646 stevenage@companioncare.co.uk Website 4.18 miles
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Letchworth Veterinary Centre
Norton Way North Letchworth Garden City Hertfordshire SG6 1BS 01462 685882 enquiries@letchworthvets.co.uk Website 4.25 miles
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Letchworth Vets4pets Ltd
Inside Pets At Home Cotton Brown Retail Park Jubilee Road Letchworth Hertfordshire SG6 1UP 01462 481010 4.76 miles


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Community Pet Clinic
Jollyes Petfood Superstores Monkswood Retail Park Elder Way Stevenage Hertfordshire SG1 1TL Website 4.82 miles


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Local Dog Walks

Oughtenhead Common
A Huge Expanse Of Fields And Protected Nature Reserves. There Is A Small Car Park Which Would Fit Around 6-8 Cars At The Start Of The Playing Field Then Many Turnstiles On To Various Difference Tracks. Some Ponds, Chalk Pits And River Areas. A Great All Rounder! Oughtonhead Nature Reserve Pirton 1.70 miles

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Wymondley Wood
Lovely Walk Around The Woods. Leads On To The Fields At The Back For Futher Exploring. Track Down To The Wood Is Very Bumpy And It Is Single Track. The Car Park Is Small And It Can Get Very Busy With Walkers. Wymondley Wood Letchworth GARDEN CITY 2.41 miles

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Deacons Hill
Beautiful Walk With Lots Of Birds, Cattle And Very Hilly. The Place Has Free Parking And Has Some Spectacular Views. Hitchin Lancashire 3.14 miles

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Deacon Hill Pegdson
Hitchin Rd Hitchin Lancashire SG5 3JT 3.69 miles Live And Let Live Pub

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Luton Airport
Walk Around The Back Of Luton Airport, Lots Of Space For Dogs To Go Off Lead And Depending On The Direction A Little Bit Of Forest 66 Eaton Green Rd Luton LU2 9JB 5.00 miles You Can Park In Wigmore Valley Carpark, Head Through The Park Into The Fields Beyond.

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Weston Hills Nature Reserve
There Are Many Paths Throughout Although Some Are Steep. The Site Is Carefully Managed To Keep A Mixed Habitat And Encourage Wildlife To Flourish. There Is A Forest Walk Which Leads To Fields At The Back. Some Of The Hills Are Steap But There Are Clear Paths And They Are Maintained. Car Park Is Off Chalk Hills. It Is Very Small Car Park. 87 Beechwood Cl Baldock Lancashire SG7 6LX 5.08 miles

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