Historic pubs · East of England
Axe And Compasses Public House
In or near Potsgrove.
Axe And Compasses Public House in England East, United Kingdom.
Philip Jeffrey — CC BY-SA 2.0 via Wikimedia Commons licence
Plan your visit
- Typical visit
- 1 h–2 h
- Nearest railway station
- Stonehenge Works · 1.6 km
About
Axe And Compasses Public House is a historic pub in England East, United Kingdom. Britain's pubs are a cornerstone of its tourist appeal — from medieval coaching inns and timber-framed alehouses to grand Victorian gin palaces — and many are listed buildings serving real ale and traditional food.
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Protected designations
- Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty: Chilterns
Designations sourced from Natural England open data under OGL v3.
Place summary
Axe And Compasses Public House is located in Heath and Reach, in the East of England, within the Chilterns Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). This pub serves as a local gathering spot, offering a traditional atmosphere for visitors. Guests can expect a selection of drinks and possibly light meals in a setting that reflects the character of the surrounding area. The pub is positioned to cater to both locals and those exploring the scenic landscape of the Chilterns.
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- Coordinates
- 51.9417, -0.6550
- District
- Central Bedfordshire
- Parish
- Heath and Reach
- Postcode
- LU7 0AA
- Parliamentary constituency
- Dunstable and Leighton Buzzard
- Nearest railway station
- Stonehenge Works — 1.6 km
Sources
- wikidata: Q26452313 (CC0)
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Axe And Compasses Public House?
- Axe And Compasses Public House is in East of England, United Kingdom (postcode LU7 0AA), in the parish of Heath and Reach.
- What is Axe And Compasses Public House?
- Axe And Compasses Public House in England East, United Kingdom.
- How do I get to Axe And Compasses Public House?
- The nearest railway station is Stonehenge Works, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can use postcode LU7 0AA.
- Is Axe And Compasses Public House a protected site?
- Yes — Axe And Compasses Public House is part of the Chilterns National Landscape (AONB).
- How do I get to Axe And Compasses Public House?
- The nearest railway station is Stonehenge Works, about 1.6 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode LU7 0AA.