Benington
Built-up area in East Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, England
| Coordinates: | 51.898, -0.108 |
|---|---|
| OS grid ref: | TL 30 23 |
| Population: | 608 |
| Dialling code: | 01438 (Stevenage) |
Benington is a small village and civil parish in the district of East Hertfordshire in the county of Hertfordshire, England. It sits in the shallow valley of the River Beane between Stevenage and Hertford, with convenient road and rail connections that make it a popular spot for commuters to Stevenage and London while retaining a distinctly rural feel.
The village has a long history visible in a surviving medieval motte-and-bailey earthwork often referred to as Benington Castle and a parish church with medieval roots, and it is best known today for the restored walled garden at Benington Lordship Gardens, notable for its topiary and seasonal displays. Local life is a mix of agriculture and commuter households, with community activities centred on village institutions and occasional open‑garden events that draw visitors from the surrounding towns.
Postcode districts covering Benington
Most populated places nearby
- Brent 23.9 miles38.5 km
- Islington 24.2 miles39 km
- Luton 14.1 miles22.7 km
- Harrow 23.1 miles37.3 km
- Cambridge 23.4 miles37.6 km
- Watford 20.8 miles33.6 km
- Bedford 22.4 miles36.1 km
- Harlow 12.8 miles20.6 km
- Stevenage 3.5 miles5.7 km
- Hemel Hempstead 18.5 miles29.8 km
- St. Albans 13.5 miles21.7 km
- Welwyn Garden City 7.4 miles11.9 km
Neighbouring places
- Aston, Datchworth & Walkern Ward 1.6 miles2.6 km
- Walkern Built-up area 1.7 miles2.7 km
- Aston Built-up area 1.9 miles3.1 km
- Ardeley Parish 2.1 miles3.3 km
- Bandley Hill & Poplars Ward 2.4 miles3.8 km
- Dane End Built-up area 2.4 miles3.9 km
- The Mundens Ward 2.5 miles4 km
- Little Munden Parish 2.5 miles4.1 km
- Manor Ward 2.7 miles4.3 km
- Longmeadow Ward 2.7 miles4.4 km
- Chells Ward 2.8 miles4.4 km
- Watton at Stone Built-up area 2.8 miles4.5 km
Example postcodes in Benington
SG2 7LA, SG2 7QZ, SG2 7LQ, SG2 7LH, SG2 7LG, SG2 7LS, SG2 7BS, SG2 7LN, SG2 7LJ … See all
Transport links
- Luton Airport 11.2 miles18 km
- Stansted Airport 14.7 miles23.6 km
- Watton-at-Stone Railway Station 2.9 miles4.6 km
- Knebworth Railway Station 4 miles6.4 km
Hotels near Benington Ad
- Holiday Inn Stevenage 4 3.9 miles6.3 km
- The Farmhouse at Redcoats 4 6.1 miles9.9 km
- Tewinbury Farm Hotel 4 6.4 miles10.3 km
- Salisbury Arms Hotel 3 7.1 miles11.5 km
- The Chequers 4.4 miles7.1 km
- Holiday Inn Express Stevenage 3 4 miles6.5 km
- The Fox at Willian 4 6.5 miles10.4 km
- Cromwell Hotel Stevenage 4 4.4 miles7.1 km
- The White Horse 7.3 miles11.7 km
- Hertford House 7.1 miles11.5 km
Schools in Benington
- Benington C of E Primary School Primary
Local points of interest
- Broadhall Way Stadium 3.7 miles5.9 km
- British School Museum Museum 7.9 miles12.7 km
- Brocket Hall Estate 8.6 miles13.8 km
- Hatfield House Estate 10.4 miles16.7 km
- Putteridge Bury Estate 11.4 miles18.3 km
- University of Hertfordshire University 11.5 miles18.5 km
- University of Hertfordshire (Hatfield Campus) University 11.5 miles18.6 km
- Oaklands College College 12.4 miles20 km
- Luton Hoo Estate 12.9 miles20.7 km
- Kenilworth Road Stadium 13.8 miles22.3 km
- Wrest House Estate 15 miles24.2 km
- Silsoe College - Cranfield University College 15.5 miles24.9 km