Sunday 13th July: One place we had to visit locally was Turville, a beautiful part of the Chilterns, well known as the location for the 'Vicar of Dibley' and the film 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang'. The church in the village, and the windmill on the hill are recognisable as they were both used on the screen. We visited the very welcoming small church and had a local Brakspear ale at the 'Bull and Butcher' after walking around the valley and up and down the hill for some magnificent views of the surrounding countryside on a perfect English day.
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Sunday, July 13, 2008
Turville and Chilterns
Sunday 13th July: One place we had to visit locally was Turville, a beautiful part of the Chilterns, well known as the location for the 'Vicar of Dibley' and the film 'Chitty Chitty Bang Bang'. The church in the village, and the windmill on the hill are recognisable as they were both used on the screen. We visited the very welcoming small church and had a local Brakspear ale at the 'Bull and Butcher' after walking around the valley and up and down the hill for some magnificent views of the surrounding countryside on a perfect English day.
Checkendon Black Horse
Sunday 13th July: This wondeful pub is in the heart of the Chilterns countryside, and only a very short drive, healthy cycle ride, or even a pleasant morning walk away from Benson. You can hit your head in this pub, but the atmosphere, country air, the baguettes and the ale is really worth the visit. We could easily come here every Sunday lunchtime! The rural setting is reinforced from the horses opposite over the fence greeting you as you arrive. Eight of us enjoyed lunch here in the English sun! Thank you, Jon and Sheila for taking us here!
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