Anstey
Anstey
Anstey is a small village located in East Hertfordshire, England. Despite its small size, Anstey has plenty to offer visitors. Here’s a quick guide to some of the best things to see and do in Anstey.
Getting to Anstey
Anstey is located about 7 miles east of the town of Buntingford and is easily accessible by car. If you’re coming from London, you can take the A10 and then the A505 to get to Anstey. There is also a bus service that runs from Buntingford to Anstey.
Things to See and Do
St George’s Church
One of the main attractions in Anstey is St George’s Church. This beautiful church dates back to the 12th century and is well worth a visit. Inside the church, you can see some stunning stained glass windows and an impressive organ.
Anstey Village Hall
Anstey Village Hall is a great place to visit if you want to experience some local culture. The hall hosts a variety of events throughout the year, including live music, theatre performances, and art exhibitions.
Walks and Hikes
Anstey is surrounded by beautiful countryside, and there are plenty of walks and hikes to enjoy in the area. One popular walk is the Anstey Circular Walk, which takes you through the village and into the surrounding fields and woodlands.
Local Pubs
If you’re looking for a place to eat and drink, Anstey has several local pubs to choose from. The Blind Fiddler and The Valiant Trooper are both popular options, serving up traditional pub fare and a selection of local ales.
Accommodation
There are several places to stay in and around Anstey, including a few bed and breakfasts and holiday cottages. One popular option is The Three Tuns, a cozy pub with a few rooms available for overnight stays.
Conclusion
Anstey may be a small village, but it has plenty to offer visitors. From its historic church and local culture to its beautiful countryside and cozy pubs, Anstey is definitely worth a visit if you’re in the area.
Created: 13 August 2022 Edited: 29 November 2023
Anstey
Local History around Anstey
There are some historic monuments around including:
St John's Pelham moated site and fishponds.Gannock Grove moated site and hollow-wayAnstey motte and bailey castleChamberlain's Moat.Five bowl barrows: part of the round barrow cemetery on Therfield HeathBush Wood moated site and hollow-wayBowl barrow: part of the round barrow cemetery on Therfield HeathMoated mound at Cole Green near Brent PelhamSpringfield style enclosure, three bowl barrows and two pond barrows on Whiteley HillReed Hall moated site, ReedBell barrow: part of the round barrow cemetery on Therfield HeathLong barrow on Therfield HeathBummers Hill: a bowl barrow 135m north-west of Mutfords CottagesBarley lock-upMoated mound near Hale FarmPain's End moated site.Moated site, Goodfellows.Moated site, Little CokenachTwo bowl barrows: part of the round barrow cemetery on Therfield HeathDouble moat and fishpond, Queenbury.Wildlife in and Around Anstey
Mammals found in Anstey
There have been 22 species of mammals recorded in the anstey area.
| 45 Khz Pipistrelle (Pipistrellus pipistrellus) |
| Brown Hare (Lepus europaeus) |
| Brown Rat (Rattus norvegicus) |
| Common Shrew (Sorex araneus) |
| Domestic Cat (Felis catus) |
| Badger (Meles meles) |
| Brown Long-Eared Bat (Plecotus auritus) |
| Chinese Barking Deer (Muntiacus reevesi) |
| Daubenton's Bat (Myotis daubentonii) |
| Fallow Deer (Dama dama) |
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Birds found in Anstey
There have been 50 species of birds recorded in the anstey area.
| Barnacle Goose (Branta leucopsis) |
| Black-Headed Gull (Chroicocephalus ridibundus) |
| Buzzard (Buteo buteo) |
| Carolina Wood Duck (Aix sponsa) |
| Cetti's Warbler (Cettia cetti) |
| Black Tern (Chlidonias niger) |
| Blue Tit (Cyanistes caeruleus) |
| Canada Goose (Branta canadensis) |
| Carrion Crow (Corvus corone) |
| Common Sandpiper (Actitis hypoleucos) |
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Fish found in Anstey
There have been 7 species of fish recorded in the anstey area.
| Brook Lamprey (Lampetra planeri) |
| Brown/Sea Trout (Salmo trutta) |
| Chub (Squalius cephalus) |
| Three-spined Stickleback (Gasterosteus aculeatus) |
| Brown Trout (Salmo trutta subsp. fario) |
| Bullhead (Cottus gobio) |
| Stone Loach (Barbatula barbatula) |
