Admin Why is Chesham called Chesham?
The first recorded reference to Chesham is under the Old English name Cæstæleshamm meaning “the river-meadow at the pile of stones” around 970 in the will of Lady Ælfgifu, who has been identified with the former wife of King Eadwig. She held an estate here which she bequeathed to Abingdon Abbey.
Does Chesham have good schools?
A state school for boys and girls aged from 11 to 18. Ofsted: Latest Overall effectiveness Outstanding.
How many bedrooms does a Chesham Town House have?
An imposing Victorian, three storey town house offering versatile living accommodation with two/three bedrooms. Situated on the edge of Chesham Old Town conservation area, conveniently located for Chesham train station and town centre. Marketed by Sovereign Estates – Chesham.
Is Chesham a good place to live?
The population of Chesham is also older than the Buckinghamshire average, making Chesham a older persons location. Chesham has a higher rate of home ownership, either outright or via a mortgage than the national average, which suggests that Chesham is a relatively affluent area. The respondents of the 2011 Census were asked to rate their health.
What is the name of the church in Chesham?
St Mary’s Church. Chesham (/ˈtʃɛʃəm/, locally /ˈtʃɛsəm/, or /ˈtʃɛzəm/) is in the Chiltern Hills, Buckinghamshire, England, 11 miles (18 km) southeast of the county town of Aylesbury. Chesham is a civil parish designated a town council within Chiltern district. It is in the Chess Valley and surrounded by farmland.
Where can I find information on the Walker family of Chesham?
Chesham House – home of the Walker family; plenty of info on the Walker family in Bury ref library, but would be interested in finding out how and why it came to be demolished – Oliver Ormerod Walker left about £9m (todays equivalent) in his will in 1914, and his house was demolished just 40-ish years later That is some spending!