Abbey Gate
About Abbey Gate
Abbey Gate is a street located . The street has a length of approximately 72 metres.
The street is located within the Council's jurisdiction. They provide various services, like refuse collection, and manage council tax collection. It's situated in the region of the UK.
It is located within the county of , situated in the region of the UK. It's 24.31 miles West from central London., 13.78 miles East from Reading, 14.8 miles North from Woking and 20.22 miles North from Guildford.
Abbey
Religious (Aramaic)
Road names containing the word "Abbey" are common in the UK, with 705 occurrences, highlighting the significant role religious communities have played in shaping national identity. By the Middle Ages, there was a flourishing of monastic communities, including the Benedictines, Dominicans, and Franciscans. These orders established great abbeys to house their members and practice their religious lives.
Far from leading a cloistered existence, abbeys served as seats of learning, providing alms and medical aid to the communities around them. However, the wealth and power these abbeys amassed eventually drew the envy of English King Henry VIII. He dissolved the monasteries, stripping them of their assets and leaving many of these magnificent buildings in ruins.
The word "Abbey" is derived from the Aramaic "Abba," meaning "Father." In Latin, the male head of an abbey was called "Abbas," and the female head, "Abbatissa." The term for the buildings and community overseen by an abbot or abbess was "Abbatia." After the Norman Conquest, the French form "Abbé" evolved into the English "Abbey" we use today.
In modern times, there has been a resurgence of abbeys. Notable examples include Saint Michael's Abbey in Farnborough and Douai Abbey near Newbury, continuing the legacy of these historic religious communities.
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Map of Abbey Gate
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Budget Friendly Hotels near Abbey Gate
| Budget Hotel Name | Distance (miles) |
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1: Name:Premier Inn Slough West Slough Trading Estate Address: 40 Liverpool Road Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
1.97 |
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2: Name:Travelodge Maidenhead Central Address: 99 King St, Maidenhead, SL6 1DP Telephone: 0871 984 6456 Visit Hotel Page |
2.20 |
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3: Name:Premier Inn Maidenhead Town Centre Address: Kidwells Park Drive Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
2.22 |
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4: Name:Premier Inn Slough Central South Windsor Road Address: Windsor Road Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
3.33 |
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5: Name:Travelodge Slough Address: Landmark Place, Herschel St, Slough, SL1 1PG Telephone: 0871 984 6253 Visit Hotel Page |
3.37 |
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Nearby Estate Agents
| Name | Address | Website |
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| Thrive Homes Limited | Burnham Court, Burnham, SL1 7LP | |
| Orchard & Shipman | Orchard & Shipman House, 1 Progress Business Centre, Whittle Parkway, Slough, SL1 6DQ | Visit Website |
| Oakwood Estates | 39 High Street, Burnham, Slough, SL1 7JD | Visit Website |
| The Frost Partnership | 73 High Street, Burnham, Slough, SL1 7JX | |
| Roger Platt | 105 High Street, Burnham, SL1 7JZ |
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Location Details
| Abbey Gate | |
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| Latitude | 51.521606 |
| Longitude | -0.670338 |
| OS Easting (X): | 492241 |
| OS Northing (Y): | 181190 |
| OS Grid Reference: | SU922812 |
Roads that have a Junction with Abbey Gate
| Street | Junction Type |
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| Bath Road (A4) | junction |
Sunset and Sunrise times
| Sunrise | 07:07 |
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| Sunset | 16:25 |
Latest Weather Conditions
| Observed at Weather Station: | Heathrow 8 November 2024 at 13:00 (9.97 miles away) |
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| Current Weather: | Mist |
| Temperature and Humidity: | 9.4°C (81.3%) |
| Wind Direction and Speed: | ESE (8 mph) |
Population Statistics
Nearest Supermarkets
| Sainsburys Taplow |
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| Lake End Road, Taplow, Maidenhead, England, SL6 0QH |
| 01628 661529 |
| Distance: 0.11 Miles |
| Directions to Sainsburys Taplow |
| Tesco Taplow Superstore |
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| Bath Rd, Taplow, SL6 0NX |
| 0345 610 6317 |
| Distance: 0.29 Miles |
| Directions to Tesco Taplow Superstore |
| Tesco Burnham High St Express |
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| 60-62 High St, Burnham, SL1 7JT |
| 0345 674 6512 |
| Distance: 1.02 Miles |
| Directions to Tesco Burnham High St Express |
| Tesco Slough Burnham Ln Express |
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| 150 Burnham Ln, Burnham, Slough, SL1 6LE |
| 0345 674 6490 |
| Distance: 1.02 Miles |
| Directions to Tesco Slough Burnham Ln Express |
Telephone Information
| Area Code |
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| Area Code: 01628 - Maidenhead |
| Area Code: 01753 - Slough |
| Area Code: 01494 - High Wycombe |
| Area Code: 01895 - Uxbridge |
Local Government
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| The Member of Parliament is |
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| In the 2024 General Election won with a majority of 0 the result was . The total electorate was 0 |
| Wards, Parish Councils and County Councils |
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| Ward: Ward |
| Parish: Unparished area |
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Nearest Schools
England Primary Schools
Lynch Hill (Foundation Primary) School
Address: Lynch Hill (Foundation Primary) School, Garrard Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL2 2AN
Distance: 1.64 miles
Contact:
Priory School
Address: Priory School, Orchard Avenue, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 6HE
Distance: 0.87 miles
Contact: 01628600300
Cippenham Infant School
Address: Cippenham Infant School, Dennis Way, Cippenham, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 5JP
Distance: 1.02 miles
Contact:
Our Lady of Peace Catholic Primary and Nursery School
Address: Our Lady of Peace Catholic Primary and Nursery School, Derwent Drive, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 6HW
Distance: 0.74 miles
Contact: 01628661886
Dorney School
Address: Dorney School, Harcourt Close, Dorney Reach, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 0DY
Distance: 1.16 miles
Contact: 01628620871
Dorney School
Address: Dorney School, Harcourt Close, Dorney Reach, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 0DY
Distance: 1.16 miles
Contact:
Oldfield Primary School
Address: Oldfield Primary School, Bray Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 1UE
Distance: 1.74 miles
Contact: 01628621750
Lynch Hill School Primary Academy
Address: Lynch Hill School Primary Academy, Garrard Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL2 2AN
Distance: 1.64 miles
Contact: 01753524170
Western House Academy
Address: Western House Academy, Richards Way, Cippenham, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 5TJ
Distance: 1.50 miles
Contact: 01753526326
St Peter's Church of England Primary School
Address: St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Minniecroft Road, Burnham, Buckinghamshire, SL1 7DE
Distance: 0.98 miles
Contact: 01628602295
Cippenham School
Address: Cippenham School, Elmshott Lane, Cippenham, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 5RB
Distance: 1.10 miles
Contact: 01628604665
Lent Rise School
Address: Lent Rise School, Coulson Way, Burnham, Slough, Buckinghamshire, SL1 7NP
Distance: 0.38 miles
Contact: 01628662913
Lent Rise Combined School
Address: Lent Rise Combined School, Coulson Way, Burnham, Slough, Buckinghamshire, SL1 7NP
Distance: 0.38 miles
Contact:
St Nicolas' Church of England Combined School
Address: St Nicolas' Church of England Combined School, Rectory Road, Taplow, Maidenhead, Buckinghamshire, SL6 0ET
Distance: 1.04 miles
Contact: 01628603759
St Luke's CofE Primary School
Address: St Luke's CofE Primary School, Cookham Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 7EG
Distance: 2.25 miles
Contact: 01628621600
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Maidenhead
Address: St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Maidenhead, Cookham Road, Maidenhead, Berkshire, SL6 7EG
Distance: 2.25 miles
Contact: 01628622570
England Secondary Schools
The Westgate School
Address: The Westgate School, Cippenham Lane, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 5AH
Distance: 1.92 miles
Contact: 01753521320
Eden Girls' School, Slough
Address: Eden Girls' School, Slough, 183-187 Bath Road, Slough, Berkshire, SL1 4AA
Distance: 2.13 miles
Contact: 01753351010
Burnham Grammar School
Address: Burnham Grammar School, Hogfair Lane, Burnham, Slough, Buckinghamshire, SL1 7HG
Distance: 1.08 miles
Contact: 01628604812
Nearest Hospitals
Nearest Dentists
Dentists
THE DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 43 - 45 HIGH STREET, BURNHAM, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 7JD
Distance: 0.93 miles
Contact: :
HIGH STREET (DENTAL SURGERY)
Address: 91 HIGH STREET, BURNHAM, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 7JZ
Distance: 1.06 miles
Contact: :
BROKEN ACRE DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 92 BURNHAM LANE, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 6LS
Distance: 1.10 miles
Contact: :
424 BATH ROAD
Address: CIPPENHAM, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 6JA
Distance: 1.21 miles
Contact: :
ACORN DENTAL CARE
Address: 82 MOORBRIDGE ROAD, MAIDENHEAD, SL6 8GE
Distance: 1.82 miles
Contact: :
SLOUGH DENTAL HYGIENE
Address: 30 BRADFORD ROAD, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 4PG
Distance: 1.96 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors
BHARANI MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: 450 BATH ROAD, CIPPENHAM, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 6BB
Distance: 0.92 miles
Contact: tel: 0844 4778682
BURNHAM HEALTH CENTRE
Address: MINNIECROFT ROAD, BURNHAM, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 7DE
Distance: 0.98 miles
Contact: tel: 01628 666326
THE VILLAGE MEDICAL CENTRE
Address: 45 MERCIAN WAY, CHIPPENHAM, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 5ND
Distance: 1.15 miles
Contact: tel: 01628 660788
ROSEMEAD SURGERY
Address: 8A RAY PARK AVENUE, MAIDENHEAD, BERKSHIRE, SL6 8DS
Distance: 1.49 miles
Contact: tel: 01628 622023
DR NABI
Address: 261 BATH ROAD, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 5PP
Distance: 1.65 miles
Contact: tel: 01753 532006
BRITWELL HUB
Address: WENTWORTH AVENUE, SLOUGH, SL2 2DS
Distance: 1.93 miles
Contact: :
Nearest Dispensing Chemists
Pharmacies
LLOYDSPHARMACY
Address: BURNHAM HEALTH CENTRE, MINNIECROFT ROAD, BURNHAM, SLOUGH, SL1 7DE
Distance: 0.98 miles
Contact: tel: 01628 602922
BURNHAM HEALTH PHARMACY
Address: 30 HIGH STREET, BURNHAM, SLOUGH, SL1 7JP
Distance: 0.99 miles
Contact: tel: 01628 603170
TOUCHWOOD PHARMACY
Address: 417-419 BATH ROAD, SLOUGH, SL1 5QW
Distance: 1.10 miles
Contact: tel: 01628 604825
THE VILLAGE PHARMACY
Address: 45 MERCIAN WAY, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 5ND
Distance: 1.15 miles
Contact: tel: 01628 663690
TOTALLY PHARMACY
Address: 920 YEOVIL ROAD, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL1 4NH
Distance: 1.32 miles
Contact: tel: 01753 825282
HARRISONS PHARMACY
Address: U7, BRITWELL LOCAL CENTRE, LONG FURLONG DRIVE, SLOUGH, BERKSHIRE, SL2 2LX
Distance: 1.63 miles
Contact: tel: 01753 520872
Nearest Opticians
Opticians
Transport
Nearest Rail Stations
Taplow Station is 0.49 miles away.
Address: Taplow station, Station Road, Taplow, Berkshire, SL6 0NU
Taplow is situated on the Great Western Main Line and is managed by TfL Rail.
Taplow Station is staffed on a part time basis.
Burnham (Buckinghamshire) Station is 1.04 miles away.
Address: Burnham station, Station Road, Burnham, Buckinghamshire, SL1 6JT
Burnham (Buckinghamshire) is situated on the Great Western Main Line and is managed by TfL Rail.
Burnham (Buckinghamshire) Station is staffed on a part time basis.