Hatfield Peverel facts for kids
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| Area | 1.090 km2 (0.421 sq mi) |
| Population | 3,226 (2020 estimate) |
| • Density | 2,960/km2 (7,700/sq mi) |
| OS grid reference | TL7911 |
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| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | CHELMSFORD |
| Postcode district | CM3 |
| Dialling code | 01245 |
| Police | Essex |
| Fire | Essex |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| EU Parliament | East of England |
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Hatfield Peverel is a village in the heart of Essex, England. It's about 6 miles (10 km) northeast of Chelmsford, a larger city nearby. You can easily reach it by road or train. The area also includes the small communities of Nounsley and Mowden.
The name Hatfield means a 'heathery space in the forest'. Peverel comes from William Peverel, a Norman knight. He was given land here by William the Conqueror after the Norman invasion in 1066. The village sits on high ground near the River Ter. It is located between Boreham and Witham on the A12 road. In 2020, about 3,226 people lived in the main village area.
Hatfield Peverel is also home to the remains of a priory. This religious building was started by a Saxon woman named Ingelrica. She was the wife of Ranulph Peverel. The priory was later closed down by King Henry VIII.
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Life in Hatfield Peverel
Village Buildings and Services
The local church, St Andrew's (Church of England), is a part of the old Norman priory church. There is also a Methodist Church in the village.
Hatfield Peverel has a junior school and an infant school. You can also find Scout and Guide groups here. The village has a post office, a library, and a doctor's office.
Local Businesses
Years ago, there was a large Arla Foods factory in Hatfield Peverel. It made dairy products but closed in 2016. Now, there are plans to build new homes on that land. The village has six pubs, a farm shop, and other stores. Some main housing areas include Berwick Place and The Priory.
Getting Around
Train Travel
Hatfield Peverel railway station is on the main train line connecting London and Ipswich. Trains from London Liverpool Street stop here. You can travel to places like Colchester and Ipswich.
The train station even appeared in a 1976 film called Exposé. The movie also showed views of the countryside around the village.
Bus Services
The village also has a bus service, route 71, run by First Essex. This bus connects Hatfield Peverel to Chelmsford and Colchester.
Sports and Activities
Football Club
Hatfield Peverel Football Club started way back in 1903. It used to be based at a local pub. In 1936, it moved to the Recreation Ground. Today, the club has teams for men, ladies, and junior players. They play at a site on Wickham Bishops Road.
Cricket Club
Hatfield Peverel Cricket Club has been around since 1885. The club plays at the Church Road Ground. They have different teams, including the HPCC 1 XI and friendly teams like the Allstars.
Agnes Waterhouse: A Historical Figure
Hatfield Peverel was once home to Agnes Waterhouse. She was one of the first women in England to be tried and found guilty of witchcraft. This happened in 1566. She was known locally as Mother Waterhouse.
During her trial in Chelmsford, two other women were also accused: Elizabeth Francis and Joan Waterhouse, Agnes's daughter. Agnes was found guilty of using witchcraft to harm someone.
Elizabeth Francis said she had a "familiar," which was a cat named Satan. She claimed it helped her with various tasks. She later gave the cat to Agnes. Joan Waterhouse, Agnes's daughter, also interacted with the cat. It was claimed the cat could change shape, even into a toad. A child later accused Agnes Waterhouse of witchcraft, leading to her trial.
See also
In Spanish: Hatfield Peverel para niños
