Chequers, near the village of Ellesborough, halfway between the towns of Princes Risborough and Wendover in Buckinghamshire
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https://www.sloughobserver.co.uk/news/25473016.inside-chequers-countryside-home-prime-minister/
https://www.parksandgardens.org/places/chequers
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chequers
"The collection is not open to the public. Nearby Coombe Hill was part of the estate until the 1920s, when it was given to the National Trust. Coombe Hill and the Chequers Estate are part of the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, designated in 1965."
"Chequers or Chequers Court (/ˈtʃɛkərz/ CHEK-ərz) is the country house of the prime minister of the United Kingdom. A 16th-century manor house, it lies near the village of Ellesborough, halfway between the towns of Princes Risborough and Wendover in Buckinghamshire, at the foot of the Chiltern Hills, 40 miles (64 km) north-west of Central London. Coombe Hill, which is two-thirds of a mile (1.1 km) northeast, was once mostly part of the estate.
Chequers has been the country home of the serving prime minister since 1921, when it was given to the nation by Viscount Lee of Fareham via a Deed of Settlement, given full effect in the Chequers Estate Act 1917. The house is listed Grade I on the National Heritage List for England.[1] "
Address
Chequers House
Chequers
Missenden Rd
Aylesbury HP17 0UZ
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Directions
"Address
Coombe Hill, near Butlers Cross, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire
CyclingCoombe Hill is on the 170 mile circular Chilterns Cycleway. Please note that no cycling is allowed on the trail.
By busStart the walk at Ellesborough Church bus stop (between steps 4 and 5 on the trail). Use the Redline route 321 (Mon-Fri only, no service on bank holidays).
By trainThe nearest railway station is a 1.5 mile walk away at Wendover on the Chiltern Railways line. From here, follow signs for the Ridgeway. Walk over Bacombe Hill to get to Coombe Hill. You will come out at the Monument (step 2 on the trail).
On footCoombe Hill is on the Ridgeway long distance footpath. Some narrow paths, steps and steep climbs. Steep downhill slope after Coombe Hill through woodland, with an uneven path that can get slippery after wet weather.
By roadCoombe Hill is 3 miles west of Wendover and 5 miles east of Princes Risborough. From Risborough, head east towards Ellesborough. Carry on to Butlers Cross then turn right onto the Missenden Road. From Wendover, head west towards Butlers Cross and turn left onto the Missenden Road. Drive for 2 miles up the hill until you reach a summit, where you need to turn left up Lodge Hill for a further mile until you reach the car park in front of you, on a tight right hand bend. SatNav: The nearest postcode is for Lodge Hill at HP17 0UR. "
Opening Times
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Amenities
https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/oxfordshire-buckinghamshire-berkshire/chilterns-countryside/coombe-hill-and-chequers-trail
"Dogs
Dogs are welcome, but must be kept on a lead as sheep and cattle are grazed in some areas.
Car park
Car park at Coombe Hill.
Toilet
No toilets on site. Nearest public toilets are in Wendover.
Picnic area
Shop
Refreshments are available at Buckmoorend Farm Shop and Kitchen at Point 13 (open daily 10 am to 4 pm except on Mondays)
Kiosk
Ice cream van at Coombe Hill (weather permitting).
Pub
Pubs include The Plough at Cadsden, and the Russell Arms at Butlers Cross."
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Location
Nearest Venues
Little Kimble, Buckinghamshire
1.32 miles*
Little Hampden, Buckinghamshire
1.67 miles*
*Distances are calculated in a straight line from the current venue, please allow extra time/distance based on available paths or roads.