Built-up area in Windsor and Maidenhead, England
| Coordinates: | 51.49, -0.727 |
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| OS grid ref: | SU 88 77 |
| Dialling code: | 01628 (Maidenhead) |
Stud Green is a small, rural hamlet in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead in Berkshire, characterised by narrow lanes, hedgerow fields and a loose cluster of cottages and farms rather than a defined village centre. Its setting in the Thames Valley countryside places it within easy reach of larger towns such as Windsor and Maidenhead, and within commuting distance of London, so it combines a quiet rural feel with good access to urban amenities.
The name hints at an equestrian past and present - many settlements called “Stud” reflect historic or current connections with horse-breeding and small stud farms - and the local economy tends to mix agriculture, equestrian activity and commuter households. Social life is typically low-key and community-orientated, with residents relying on nearby market towns for shops and services; the area’s historic character and scenic lanes also make it attractive to people seeking countryside living close to the Thames Valley’s attractions.
SL6 2JG, SL6 2JD, SL6 2JH, SL6 2JE, SL6 2JQ, SL6 2JB, SL6 2JF