St. Andrew's Church

St. Andrew's is a beautiful old red-brick church in one of the most picturesque settings in Essex. The interior of the church is surprisingly light & has some intricate stained glass windows. St. Andrew's churchyard slopes downhill towards Abberton Reservoir, providing a panoramic view of this facility. However, access to the churchyard is from a farm track off the village road, leading to a small car park, but this is still a distance from the church itself, necessitating crossing the farmyard! Needless to say, St. Andrew's churchyard feels exceptionally secluded & tranquil. There are some very old gravestones amongst the grass, some carved with skull & crossbones...
Feb 25th, 2023

A stunning church in a stunning location.
Nov 1st, 2020

An isolated 14th century church located in a great position overlooking Abberton Reservoir. I cycled here via Layer de la Haye and benefitted from the fine views across, what I think is, the Roman River valley. The church is about 300 yards from the waterside and in the adjacent field sheep grazed contentedly. There are a couple of benches in the churchyard and it is a super place to sit quietly and reflect. There is a small car park nearby; so people with four wheels need not feel excluded!
Jun 17th, 2020

St Andrews is fine Church in a lovely setting overlooking the Abberton Reservoir albeit a bit off the main road but a small car park exists for walking/church. A small but pretty church which is open for visitors.
Jun 17th, 2016