Benington Village Hertfordshire (UK)


	Village Interest
	History Benington's history can be traced back to the 8th century when King Offa, the king of Mercia, was born in a castle on the site that is now Benington Lordhip. More information can be found on the History page.	History The Countryside Wildlife Benington Fair Flower Festival Organisations Benington Lordship Benington Village Shop Public Houses top of page top of page top of page
	The Countryside Despite being only five miles from Stevenage, Benington is set in a very rural location and visiitors can enjoy beautiful views of the surrounding countryside from the network of footpaths and bridleways that criss-cross the village. For information on wildlife, go to the Wildlife page. For information of Rights of Way, click here
	Benington Fair A fair is held on the Green every year in July, attracting both residents and visitors alike. More details can be found on the Fair's own website at www.benington.fair.btinternet.co.uk
	Flower Festival A Flower Festival takes place every year at the end of June with displays from various groups within the village creating displays within St Peter's Church. Some gardens in the village are open to the public. There is also a Craft Fair, an art exhibition and teas and lunches are available. Check the Village Diary on the News page. A selection of photographs by Jim Tulloch can be found at by clicking here
	Village organisations For information on village activities, go to the Organisations page.
	Benington Lordship With its impressive gates located on the Green, Benington Lordship has an interesting history and its gardens attract visitors from around the world. For details of opening times visit the Benington Lordship website at www.beningtonlordship.co.uk or telephone 08701 261709.
	Benington Village Shop The Benington Village shop is now open to the rear of the Bell Public House. Opening times Monday - Friday 7:30am - 6pm Weekends 8:30am - 4pm
	Public Houses Benington has two pubs, conveniently placed at both ends of the village. Both offer a good range of beers as well as bar snacks and meals. The Bell Town Lane.Tel 01438 869270 (website www.thebellbenington.co.uk) The Lordship Arms Whempstead Road. Tel 01438 869665 (website www.lordshiparms.co.uk)

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