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Amersham Area Guide

Amersham is a traditional market town in the stunning Chiltern Hills that forms part of the London commuter belt, with fantastic transport links to the capital and beyond.

The beautiful historic Amersham town is perfect for those wanting to escape the busy city but still feel connected to London.

Amersham fact file

  • The historic market town of Amersham has records dating from pre-Anglo-Saxon times.
  • Amersham also appeared in the Domesday Book of 1086.
  • The town is made up in large part of turn of the century homes, luxury contemporary apartments and townhouses.
  • Amersham-on-the-Hill developed around the railway station which arrived in 1892.
  • Home to the Grade II listed modernist building High and Over, known locally as ‘the aeroplane house,’which caused controversy when it was first completed in 1931.
  • Much of its original 17th and 18th century architecture surviving to this day and over 150 listed buildings.

Why move to Amersham?

It holds enduring appeal for those looking to escape the hectic pace of London life, providing a balance between rural and city living. Although there is a wealth of scenic countryside on the doorstep, the endless shopping, dining and entertainment opportunities of London are still only a short train journey away.

With a fantastic range of properties, Amersham is a great choice for those looking to buy or rent in Buckinghamshire. It is well positioned for exploring all that the county has to offer, from the nearby towns of Aylesbury and High Wycombe to the scenic landscapes of the Chilterns.

A little bit of history

The historic market town of Amersham has records dating from pre-Anglo-Saxon times and appeared in the Domesday Book of 1086. The town is split into two distinct areas; picturesque Old Amersham.

Green space

Amersham boasts several parks and recreation grounds, but the main draw is the glorious Chiltern Hills Area of Natural Beauty which surrounds the town. These sweeping hillsides and ancient woodlands offer an abundance of walking and cycling routes for those in need of fresh air and open space. A large portion of the land is maintained by the National Trust, including the historic house and grounds of Hughendon Manor, once home to Victorian Prime Minister Benjamin Disraeli

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Amersham has a number of great dining options for you to choose from

  • Cote Brasserie
    French Resturant
  • The Artichoke
    Contemporary European Dishes

There's a bustling weekly market on Tuesdays and a smaller one on Saturdays, along with many high street shops.

  • Waterstones
    Book Shop
  • Hatchery Farm Shop
    Farm Shop

Classic pubs in Amersham are spread in the town centre and the Old town.

  • The Nags Head
    Public House
  • The Red Lion
    Public House

Amersham has a number of family favourites for days out.

Schools in Amersham offer the best of both the state and private sectors, catering for all age groups.

  • Amersham School
    Comprehensive
  • Dr Challoner’s Grammar School
    Secondary School
  • Train station
    150m from centre
  • Bus station
    24m from centre
  • Underground station
    150m from centre
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