(as identified on Policies map)
Hurley Parish Facilities:
Black Boys Public House, Black Boy Lane, Frogmill, Hurley, SL6 5NH/ SL6 5NQ
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The Black Boys Inn dates back partly to the 16th Century. It is situated near the western boundary of Hurley Parish and at the entrance to the riverside hamlet of Frogmill. This picturesque beamed public house is an important centre for locals to take friends and visitors. The Inn is within easy walking distance of the large riverside touring park. It is a building well worthy of preservation. |
Hurley Doctors’ Surgery, 6 Shepherds Close, Hurley, SL6 5LY
The doctors’ surgery is situated in Shepherds Close. It is a satellite surgery to the Marlow Practice and is open twice per week. The surgery is well used especially by the large number of elderly residents who are unable to drive and therefore is an essential asset to the village that must be preserved.
Hurley Village Hall, High St, Hurley, SL6 5LT
The Village Hall is situated in the centre of Hurley Village and is run as a Charity by the Hurley Village Association. It is the centre of village social life, being used by many local village societies and groups for such events as the village pantomimes, quiz nights, Pilates, dancing classes, Hurley Fete, etc.
Hurley Farm Shop, High St, Hurley, SL6 5NB
The shop is the only food shop in Hurley Village and is an essential centre for those who cannot easily get out of the village to main shopping centres. It is also an essential for customers of the locally based holiday caravan parks and the many visitors to the village.
Rising Sun Public House, High St, Hurley, SL6 5LT
The Rising Sun is the centre for casual socializing in the village. It is also important as the local restaurant used not only by local residents but also for casual trippers and caravanners who need to be able to walk rather than drive when they have a drink. The pub also supports all local events supplying drinks and often food to such local events as the Regatta, Village Fete, Village Quiz, Parties, etc.
Ye Olde Bell, High St, Hurley, SL6 5NB
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Hotel and restaurant in the heart of the village. Claims to be the oldest inn in England built in 1135 to accommodate visitors to Hurley Priory. It is a well-known national landmark. Listed as 2* and has all the features of an ancient ale house. The adjacent Malt House, part of the Old Bell complex, is also an important feature of the village scene. Across the High Street, the Conference Barn and Brick Barn, again part of the Olde Bell complex, are set around the large car park, which also add to the ambience and openness of this area at the centre of the village. All are essential to the village street scene. |
The Dew Drop Inn, Honey Lane, Hurley, SL6 6RB
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This attractive public house in the heart of Ashley Hill Forest is very popular with summer walkers. It has attractive views across the Thames Valley. The building was once an important ‘watering hole’ for workers in the forest and has lovely old beams and open fires in the winter. |
The Crown Public House, Burchetts Green Road, SL6 6QZ
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The 19th century building dominates the centre of Burchetts Green due to its prominent position and is fundamental to the character of the hamlet. The Crown is now run as a combined pub/ restaurant and is at times used for community events. |
Royal Oak PH, Knowl Hill Common
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The Royal Oak is a small and friendly public house well used by local residents for social and community events. It is now the only pub open in Knowl Hill and as such would be a significant loss to the community if it were to close. It has a field to the rear which is used for village events such as harvest festivals and fundraisers as well as private functions. It also hosts a monthly get together to which all residents are invited. |
Knowl Hill Village Hall, Bath Road, Knowl Hill
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The village hall is an attractive, medium sized hall with kitchen, committee room and good parking facilities which is well used by local residents and organisations such as Guides, W.I., parish council and a wide variety of clubs as well as outside organisations such as cycle clubs, dog training clubs, music societies etc. It is a focal point of social contact valuable for the whole community and in particular older people and hosts a wide variety of fundraising and social events including for St. Peter’s Church and the Knowl Hill Village Association. |
Doctors’ Surgery, Bath Road, Knowl Hill
Next door to the village hall is a dedicated doctors’ surgery run as a branch by the practice based in Wargrave. It is well used by residents, particularly older people without transport and is an invaluable amenity for all. It benefits from the shared use of the village hall car park. Prescriptions can be collected from Choseley Road Stores.
Choseley Road Stores, Century Chase, Choseley Rd, Knowl Hill, RG10 9YQ
Choseley Road Stores is situated at the centre of the Choseley Road estate. It is a valuable local amenity for all, particularly for older people who do not have transport. It is a well-stocked general store and provides a collection point for prescriptions.
Snooty Fox, Warren Row Road, Warren Row, RG10 8QS
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The Snooty Fox is the only pub/restaurant in Warren Row and is well used by families, residents and walkers. It provides an attractive and welcome stopover for residents and passers-by in car and on foot. |
Waltham St Lawrence Facilities:
Neville Hall Village Hall, Milley Road, RG10 0JX
Originally a 16th century cottage extended later as village school, now used as hall for village functions, doctors’ surgery, weekly post office and band HQ; the Parish Council act as trustees.
Bell Inn, The Pound, RG10 0JJ
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Early 15th century wealden style house grade 2 listed with star status, given to the village over 400 years ago by the printer to Queen Elizabeth 1, owned by charity trustees who distribute to worthy local causes. |
Shurlock Inn, The Street, Shurlock Row, RG10 0PS
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Originally known as the White Hart, the Shurlock Inn was saved as a village facility by local subscribers and is run as a combined pub/restaurant. |
Billingbear Park Public Golf Course, The Straight Mile, Wokingham, RG40 5SJ
White Waltham Parish Facilities:
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