IMAGES TAKEN NEAR TO
Sims Gardens, WANTAGE, OX12 7LF

Introduction

This page details the photographs taken nearby to Sims Gardens, OX12 7LF by members of the Geograph project.

The Geograph project started in 2005 with the aim of publishing, organising and preserving representative images for every square kilometre of Great Britain, Ireland and the Isle of Man.

There are currently over 7.5m images from over14,400 individuals and you can help contribute to the project by visiting https://www.geograph.org.uk

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Image Listing (28 Images Found)

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Main Street, Grove
Image: © Des Blenkinsopp Taken: 7 Jan 2012
0.02 miles
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Grove Church
Looking east.
Image: © Alec Samler Taken: 25 Sep 2004
0.05 miles
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The Old Post Office in Denchworth Road
Image: © Steve Daniels Taken: 15 Mar 2010
0.06 miles
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Denchworth Road in Grove
Image: © Steve Daniels Taken: 15 Mar 2010
0.06 miles
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Grove Parish Church (St John the Baptist)
Image: © David Smith Taken: 9 Jun 2018
0.07 miles
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Information Board at Letcombe Brook, Grove
This information board is on the west side of Letcombe Brook in Denchworth Road. It has the following wording and images: Title: LETCOMBE BROOK Left column Welcome to the Letcombe Brook (Map is on the right) The brook is a chalk stream and these are globally rare. It flows for 12kms (7½ miles) until it joins the Childrey Brook. This meets the River Ock, which runs into the River Thames. Rain falls on to the chalk hills above the Letcombes. The chalk acts like a sponge soaking up water until it emerges from the ground as springs. Regular winter rainfall is needed to recharge the aquifer and keep the brook flowing throughout the year. Letcombe Brook Project The project aims to enhance and protect the natural beauty of the brook and to help people appreciate the environment. Image: Local people clear rubbish from the brook. Middle column Bullhead image A fish also known as Miller's Thumb. It hides under stones feeding on freshwater shrimps and insects. Image: Grove Middle Mill Image: Cattle drinking at Village Green, 1910 Wildlife on the brink The effects of development, intensive agriculture and increased demand for water has resulted in degraded habitats. Yet despite these issues the brook still supports a rich diversity of wildlife. It is cleaner and less polluted now than it has been for many years. Industrial history Diverse and prosperous industries grew up around the brook, which was the main source of water and power. Mills In 1086 there were 10 mills recorded on the brook. Many mills ground corn, others were adapted for cloth making, silk spinning and rope making using hemp. Tanning Large quantities of water were used to process leather. For centuries tanning brought wealth to the area and the last tannery in Wantage closed in 1825. Right column Kingfisher image An expert angler, with a diet of small fish such as sticklebacks as well as insects. Numbers have declined in recent years. What you can do to help • Take your litter home and clear up dog mess • Please don't feed the ducks Many people enjoy feeding ducks, but this is harmful to them and the environment. Feeding waterfowl causes: • Poor nutrition and spread of disease • Overcrowding and unnatural behaviour • Pollution and environmental damage • Attracts rats • Save water To make sure there is enough water for both us and wildlife in future years, use water wisely. Contact Thames Water on 0845 9200 800 for free leaflets on saving water or check out the website www.thames-water.co.uk/waterwise. To find out more about the brook, visit the other boards at Mably Way and Mary Green in Grove. Foot of the information board Letcombe - lede in the combe - river in the valley Wantage - intermittent stream Grove - thicket on copse Logos: Grove Parish Council Grove Joint Environmental Trust Vale of White Horse District Council Environment Agency CONTACTS: Environment Agency is responsible for protecting and improving rivers. For pollution and flood defence matters call 24-hour emergency hotline 0800 80 70 60. Public open spaces: Grove Parish Council - 01235 766599 and Vale of White Horse District Council - 01235 520202
Image: © David Hillas Taken: 4 May 2023
0.08 miles
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St John the Baptist Church in Grove
Image: © Steve Daniels Taken: 15 Mar 2010
0.08 miles
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Seats by Letcombe Brook, Grove
Image: © David Smith Taken: 9 Jun 2018
0.09 miles
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Letcombe Brook in Grove
Image: © Steve Daniels Taken: 15 Mar 2010
0.09 miles
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The Green
Green in Grove.
Image: © Wayland Smith Taken: 4 Sep 2013
0.09 miles
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