Author: Chris Bristow

The Brick and Tile Works

The National Trust’s Brick & Tile Works, established in the early 1800s, no longer has standing buildings, but remnants of Coopers bricks can be found. Limited parking available

Maidenhead United Football Club

Maidenhead United Football Club, located at York Road, is believed to be the oldest senior football ground in the country, with a history dating back to 1871. However, due to housing pressures, the club will need to find a new home soon. For more information, visit the official Maidenhead United FC website at maidenheadunited.co.uk.

Robin Hoods Arbour

The ditches where Robin and his band of merry men must have lain in wait for passer-by, are clearly visible around the edge of the grassland.

Underpass Abstract Art, Frascati Way

The abstract art is by Gary Drostle and was commissioned in 2003, most probably after successfully brightening up the walls in Bad Godesbery Way in 2000.

White Waltham Airfield

White Waltham Airfield is situated a couple of miles outside of Maidenhead close to Cox Green. Perfect for small planes

St James-The-Less Church, Stubbings

The Church of St. James-the-Less was consecrated in 1850 and served the local community. The foundation stone was laid in 1849 by Henry Skrine. The churchyard contains a World War 1 memorial

Little Thicket

Baby to the large Maidenhead Thicket, Little Thicket is located on Canon Court Road close to Clair’s Court School. Lots of snaking footpaths in woodland, situated close to the A4.

RAF Memorial, Carpenters Wood

Memorial to 578 Squadron, Royal Air Force. Memorial is located deep inside Carpenters Woods, part of Bisham Woods.

Town Centre Re-development

The redevelopment of Maidenhead High Street includes the demolition of the ground floor of Hines Meadow Car Park to facilitate new housing. Progress has been notable, with significant construction underway by January 2020, as seen in updated photographs reflecting changes since June 2019, including views of local landmarks.

Grenfell Park

Grenfell Park was donated to the town in 1897 by Lord Desborough (William Grenfell) to mark Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee.

Braywick Nature Centre

Braywick Nature Park, located near Maidenhead, features a trail, a pond, and paths for visitors to enjoy. The Nature Centre offers free parking and access to the park.