Takeley is a small village close to Bishops Stortford and nearly in Essex. It has Bronze Age, Iron Age, Roman and Neolithic roots and was first acknowledged by the Normans in about 1086. The village has since decreased in size significantly from those days due to its land being absorbed by the Stansted airport expansion Contrary to the development is Hatfield Forest – a National Trust country park. Sadly in December 1999, a Boeing 747 taking off from the nearby airport, crashed into the forest killing all on board. However, the Forest is of scientific/historical interest as there is a late prehistoric settlement. It is well worth a visit, with nature trails to see the abundance of wildlife, miles of walks and a fishing lake (created in 1746). Entry to all this is free. It is the only remaining “Royal Hunting Forest” from Norman times and Hatfield Forest is mentioned in the Doomsday Book. 31 miles away from London this quiet little village has a primary school founded in 1869, a football club and a cricket club, established in 1880. There is a church, a restaurant, 2 pubs and guesthouses called The White House and Stansted Guest House, ideally located less than 2 miles away from Stansted airport.
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The White House (0.36 miles)
Remarc Guest House (0.56 miles)
Conveniently located less than 2 miles from Stansted Airport. This Bed and Breakfast offers free wireless internet access. We offer short term car park on site and long term car ... More
Little Bullocks Farm (0.95 miles)
Quiet,comfortable, immaculate accommodation in rural surroundings.
Help yourself breakfast room for early leavers. Country pubs just minutes away. Airport 2.5 miles. Football pitch and enclosed trampoline for outdoor play. Videos and toys indoors.
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Stansted Guest House (1.00 miles)
This charming Victorian cottage in large mature gardens is a 3-minute drive or 15-minute walk from Stansted Airport. There are rooms with free transfers (16:00 - 23:00 & 06:00-10:00) and 2 ... More
Stansted Rest (1.44 miles)
An Unforgettable Stay In The StanstedREST With.... FREE Transport From And To Stansted Airport FREE Sky Tv Movies,Sports,News,Kids,Music FREE High Speed Internet Access FREE International Call EU,USA,CANADA
... MoreThe Willows Guest House (1.46 miles)
The Willows Guest House (1.46 miles)
Just 2 miles away from Stansted Airport, this 17th century thatched cottage is beautifully set in the small village of Bambers Green, which is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Recently renovated, this small, ... More
Radisson Blu Stansted Airport (1.63 miles)
Oakbury B&B (2.20 miles)
OAKBURY B&B, is 3 miles or 5 minutes from the airport, Low cost quality rooms some room with private ensuite bath or shower. FREE AIRPORT TRANSFER offer to Stansted airport ... More
Great Hallingbury Manor (2.43 miles)
Great Hallingbury Manor is a classic Tudor-style manor, set in its own parkland, and offers luxury accommodation consisting of a selection of suites, deluxe and superior rooms. The hotel is ... More
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