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Northchurch sits on the north-western edge of Berkhamsted, following the line of the Roman Akeman Street along the Bulbourne Valley. Historically, it was the original settlement of the area - predating its larger neighbour - which is why the flint-knapped St Mary’s Church is one of the oldest in Hertfordshire. Today, the village maintains its own distinct identity, centered around the local primary schools, a small cluster of independent shops, and a well-used social club. It is physically defined by its surroundings: the Grand Union Canal acts as a southern boundary, providing level walking paths toward Tring or Hemel Hempstead, while to the north, the terrain climbs steeply into the woods and chalk grasslands of the Ashridge Estate. It functions as a practical location for those who want immediate access to the Chiltern Hills and the convenience of Berkhamsted’s mainline station, yet prefer a slightly slower pace and a more village-oriented layout.