In south east Buckinghamshire, on the edge of the Chilterns and 25 miles from London, is the small but historic village of Chalfont St Giles. The church is Norman, built around 1160, The Vache is an Elizabethan mansion which was home to friends of Captain Cook and Jordans Meeting House (built in 1688) is the most famous of the Quaker meeting houses. There is a duck pond on the green (as well as tea rooms) in this little village, which is fed by the River Misbourne, surrounded by Alms houses, built by Bishop Hare. In the Great Plague of London in 1665, John Milton retired to Chalfont St Giles, and it is here that he completed the epic poem “Paradise Lost”. His Grade 1 listed cottage from the 16th century is open daily to the public. Cherry Trees B&B and The White Hart offer accommodation here, but there are hotels too within a few miles. The village has several pubs, including Merlins Cave, The Fox & Hounds and The Pheasant Inn (now a fish restaurant, but dating from the 16th century & frequented by troops in the Civil War). Nearby other attractions include Chenies Manor House, Bekonscot Model Village and Chiltern Open Air Museum.
Attraction
Chiltern Open Air Museum
Milton's Cottage
Camping
Highclere Farm Country Touring Park
Golf Club
Inn
Ivy House Freehouse Restaurant
White Hart
White Hart Inn
Performing Arts
Pub and Bar
Feathers
Merlins Cave Pub & Restaurant
Miltons Head
The Crown
Restaurant
Feathers
Merlins Cave Pub & Restaurant
Milton’s Restaurant
Mr Poon’s
The Crown
White Hart
School
Chalfont St Giles County First School
Chalfont St Giles Middle School
Taxi
Vet
Shops
Greengage Gallery
Chalfont Pets
The Deli
Albert Warner
Blackwells Greengrocers
Stratton Bakery
Petal
Flexmore Farm
Chalfont Kitchens & Bedrooms
All Dressed Up
Activities
Longbow Archers of St Sebastian(Archery)
Places to Stay near Chalfont St Giles
Greyhound Inn (0.60 miles)
Located in the pretty village of Chalfont St Peter, just 5 miles from the M25 and the M40, this grade 2 listed Coaching Inn proudly maintains the tradition of warm hospitality with the addition of ... More | visit website
Midvale (0.75 miles)
Available for short term lets - a tastefully designed three bed property with contemporary furnishings. Three double bedrooms, en suite to master, off street parking, decked patio and gardens. The property features a fully fitted ... More | visit website
White Hart Inn (1.43 miles)
The White Hart Inn is located in Chalfont St Giles, recently voted “The Most Perfect Village in England by a TV Property programme. We have eleven comfortable, modern bedrooms, 2 ... More
Ethorpe Hotel (1.84 miles)
Situated in the heart of Gerrards Cross and renowned for the quality of its food, fine wines and award-winning ales, the Ethorpe Hotel exudes the character and charm that epitomises the traditional british inn. It's ... More | visit website
The Bull (2.03 miles)
Dating back to 1688, The Bull is an upgraded historic hotel overlooking the village common. It is 2 miles (3.2 km) from the M40 and 1 mile from Gerrards Cross Station. The Bull offers a warm ... More | visit website
Bellhouse Hotel (2.23 miles)
Tile House Lane (2.32 miles)
Denham Grove (2.39 miles)
Set in 42 acres of beautiful, tranquil parkland, Denham Grove offers stylish and contemporary accommodation, impressive modern leisure facilities and a convenient location close to the M40 and M25 motorways. With great access to the region’s ... More | visit website
Ivy House Freehouse Restaurant (2.63 miles)
The Ivy House is a delightful Inn set in rural surroundings within the Chilterns.Its exposed beams and open fireplaces offer the visitors a warm & relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy great food and Fuller's ... More | visit website
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