Welcome to Crockham Heath

Crockham Heath is a small village located in the county of Berkshire, England. The village is situated on the outskirts of the town of Newbury and is known for its picturesque countryside and stunning views. The village is surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, making it an ideal location for those who enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding.

One of the main attractions of Crockham Heath is its proximity to the famous Lambourn Valley, which is known as the "Valley of the Racehorse". The valley is home to some of the most prestigious horse racing stables in the world and is a popular destination for horse racing enthusiasts. Visitors to Crockham Heath can take a tour of the stables and watch the horses being trained, or even take a ride on one of the horses themselves.

Another popular attraction in Crockham Heath is the village's historic church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is known for its stunning stained glass windows and intricate carvings. Visitors to the church can take a guided tour and learn about the history of the village and its people, or simply enjoy the peaceful surroundings and stunning views from the churchyard.

Local Weather

Partly Cloudy

Temp: 8.3°C

Feels Like: 5.1°C

Wind: 13.2 MPH

Wind Dir: SSW

Local Schools

School	Details
Tadley Court School Other Independent Special School Ages:4-19 Head Teacher Headteacher Lesley Walkden	Tadley Common Road Tadley Basingstoke Hampshire RG26 3TB 1189817720 School Website
Silchester Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Ms Sally Peckett	School Lane Silchester Reading Hampshire RG7 2NJ 01189700256 School Website
Bishopswood Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr Glen Golding	Barlows Road Tadley Hampshire RG26 3NA 01189812738 School Website
Bishopswood Infant School Community School Ages:5-7 Head Teacher Mrs Glen Golding	Barlows Road Tadley Hampshire RG26 3NA 01189812836 School Website
Burnham Copse Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Alison Armstrong	New Church Road Tadley Hampshire RG26 4HN 01189814498 School Website
Tadley Community Primary School Community School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Rebekah Alsey	The Green Tadley Hampshire RG26 3PB 01189813805 School Website
Padworth College Other Independent School Ages:13-19 Head Teacher Mr Crispin Dawson	Padworth Reading Berkshire RG7 4NR 01189832644 School Website
Aldermaston C E Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mr Melanie Higgs	Wasing Lane Aldermaston Reading Berkshire RG7 4LX 01189713362 School Website
The Hurst Community College Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Jayne Mclaren	Brimpton Road Baughurst Tadley Hampshire RG26 5NL 01189817474 School Website
Grantham Farm Montessori School Other Independent School Ages:2-7 Head Teacher Ms Emma Wetherley	Inhurst Lane Baughurst Tadley Hampshire RG26 5JS 7388801575 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Aldermaston Bath Road, Aldermaston, Berkshire, RG7 4LB 2.15 Miles

Midgham Station Road, Woolhampton, Berkshire, RG7 5SE 3.16 Miles

Mortimer The Street, Mortimer, Berkshire, RG7 3NY 3.81 Miles

Bramley (Hampshire) Sherfield Road, Bramley, Hampshire, RG26 5AG 3.82 Miles

Theale Station Road, Theale, Berkshire, RG7 4AA 5.19 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Compass Executive Cars 0118 970 2233 Cedar Lodge, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 2PB 0.42 Miles
D And I Cars 0118 981 2812 7 Brook Green, Tadley, Hampshire, RG26 3SE 1.19 Miles
1St Call Private Hire 0118 982 0000 The Nursery/Paices Hill, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 4PG 1.44 Miles
A Star Cars 0118 933 2494 20 Stephens Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 3TU 2.40 Miles
National Airport Links 0118 910 8108 10A West End Rd, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 3SY 2.68 Miles
Burghfield Cars 0118 983 2811 34 Sandbrooke Walk, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 3HX 3.53 Miles
A4 Executive Cars 0118 921 21 21 Unit 2/Brunel House/Station Rd, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 2AB 3.86 Miles
Voyager Travel 01256 881812 Hunters Moon/Cufaude La, Tadley, Hampshire, RG26 5DL 4.19 Miles
Tadley Cars 0118 981 6313 3 Donnington Close, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 6PU 4.59 Miles
Tadley Taxis 0118 981 6840 3 Donnington Close, Reading, Berkshire, RG7 6PU 4.59 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Easter Park Parcel Box Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30
Easter Park Weekday Last Collection:17:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Pamber Heath Post Office Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Minton House Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Tadley Common Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Burney Bit Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Silchester Common Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mulfords Hill Post Office Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Lake Court Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Rg26 Giles Rd Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Youngs Industrial Estate Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Franklin Avenue Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Priors Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Swains Road Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Calleva Arms Silchester Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Tadley Medical P'ship 0118 9814166	The Tadley Medical P'ship Holmwood Hc,Franklin Ave Tadley Hampshire RG26 4ER
Tadley Medical Partnership 0118 9816661	Morland Surgery 40 New Road Tadley Hampshire RG26 3AN
Mortimer Surgery 0118 9332436	The Mortimer Surgery 72 Victoria Road Mortimer Common, Reading Berkshire RG7 3SQ
Clift Surgery 01256 881228	Clift Surgery Minchens Lane, Bramley Tadley Hampshire RG26 5BH
Dr. M. L. Swami 0118 9835222	Burghfield Health Centre Reading Road Burghfield Common Reading Berkshire RG7 3YJ

Local Stores

Tadley - Franklin Avenue
98 Franklin Avenue
Tadley
Basingstoke
Hampshire
RG26 4EU
01189 817843
Store Website
1.41 miles

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SPAR - Euro Garages - Tadley
Euro Garages
Mulfords Hill
Tadley
RG26 3LJ
0118 981 1096
Store Website
1.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Gp Vets
17 West Street Tadley Hampshire RG26 3ST 01189 813668 basingstoke@gpvets.com Website 1.03 miles
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Animals Treated
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Donnington Grove Veterinary Group
Tadley Surgery Newchurch Road Tadley Hampshire RG26 4TR 1.53 miles
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Equibreed Uk Ltd
Lower Meadows Grange Lane Beenham Reading Berkshire RG7 5PT 01189 712994 enquiry@equibreed.co.uk Website 2.95 miles
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Routine work 8am to 1pm Only OOH for remaining hours
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Burghfield Veterinary Surgery
1 Tarragon Way Burghfield Common Reading Berkshire RG7 3YU 0118 983 2465 burghfield@fullyvetted.co.uk Website 3.74 miles
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Valley Veterinary Group
Tutts Clump Bradfield Reading Berkshire RG7 6JU 0118 9744352 info@valleyvet.co.uk Website 5.03 miles
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Donnington Grove Veterinary Group
10 London Road Thatcham Berkshire RG18 4LQ 01635 868382 receptionthatcham@donningtongrove.com 5.94 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Roman Silchester
Silchester Roman Town Car Park Reading Lancashire RG7 2HP 1.57 miles Follow The Brown English Heritage Signs To 'Roman Silchester'

Location what3words ironic.limelight.rules

Sherfield On Loddon
There Is A Area Of Commons Here That Make A Nice Loop. From Carpark Walk Clockwise Around The Common To The Ponds Then Loop Back. Walk A Little Way Up Bramley Road To Pick Up Footpath That Loops Around The Back Of The Housing. Cross A33 It Is Then Possible To Nip Into Access Road For Hotel To Walk Back To Village Centre. Weston House Reading Rd Sherfield On Loddon Hook RG27 0BS 5.43 miles There Is A Free Carpark On The Edge Of The Green.

Location what3words stiffly.blesses.glove

Sherfield River Loddon
Lovely Walk Through Nice Quiet Countryside. Follow The River Loddon For Miles. Plenty Of Entrances Into The River For All Breeds And Sizes. Park At Longbridge Mill Public House For Refreshments And Great Food After A Long Walk. At Times There May Be Cattle In The Fields So Beware If Your Dog Doesn’T Get On Well With Cows. Absolutely Stunning Countryside. Hook 5.51 miles Park In Longbridge Mill Car Park And Follow Route Into Field On Picture I Have Added

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River Kennet And Cunning Man
Lovely Tracks Along The River With Nooks To Explore And A Lovely Pup Friendly Pub To Park At And Have A Drink In When Finished The Cunning Man Reading Lancashire RG30 3RB 6.27 miles Parking Is Free If You Are A Pub Customer (Remember To Register Your Reg) Or Small Charge If Not Visiting The Pub

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Canal Towpath Newbury
This Path Follows The Kennet &Amp; Avon Canal. I Started At The Discovery Centre Just Outside Newbury On The Road To Thatcham Where You Will Find Free Parking And A Cafe. There Is A Dirt Track That Crosses Over The Railway Track Taking You Down To The Canal. My Dog Loved It, Although Being A Cockapoo He Did Spend A Lot Of Time Trying To Get Into The Canal. It’S A Relaxing Route Which Is Level. The Nature Discovery Centre Lower Way Lancashire 6.90 miles

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Greenham Common
Large Area To Walk On With Many Different Paths And Watering Holes Around. There Are Horses And Cattle Running Free And Its Usually Fairly Popular With Cyclist As Well As Children And All Types Of Dog Owners! 34 Burys Bank Rd Thatcham Lancashire RG19 8BZ 7.08 miles Main Car Park Listed Above Does Get Locked At 8Pm Summer And 6Pm Winter. There Is An Old Air Control Tower Here Which You Can See From The Road.

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Weather Forecast

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	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-13.1°C	-14.4°C	-14.1°C	-14.8°C	-13.4°C	-11.7°C	-9.5°C	-7.5°C	-6.7°C	-7.1°C	-8.5°C	-9.5°C
Feels Like	-22°C	-22°C	-22.1°C	-22.2°C	-21.2°C	-18.9°C	-15.1°C	-11.8°C	-9.6°C	-10°C	-12.7°C	-14.8°C

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	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy	Partly Cloudy	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-9.7°C	-8.7°C	-8°C	-8°C	-6.6°C	-3.5°C	0.8°C	3.9°C	4.4°C	2.7°C	0.5°C	-5.1°C
Feels Like	-15.6°C	-15.1°C	-14.9°C	-15.3°C	-14°C	-10.4°C	-5.1°C	-0.9°C	0.5°C	-0.7°C	-3°C	-9.8°C

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