Check the URL for spelling errors.Please contact us if you believe this page is missing.(Error 404) A package of works has been designed and delivered to solve drainage issues and consequent flooding for Rectory Hill Flooding at Rectory Hill was an ongoing issue and concern for local Members and residents for months Under the railway bridge frequently became a flooding hotspot after downpours causing disruption for motorists such as long delays and vehicle breakdowns and road closures Following multiple surveys and investigation works carried out by our teams we were able to identify the root causes of the persistent problem – and start to design an appropriate scheme to deal with the situation It was believed that the flooding was due to damage to the drainage system following work by a third-party contractor some years ago The main challenge of this scheme was the topography which means the arrangement of the natural and constructed features on the surface of an area The solution included going further up Rectory Hill and down the footpath between the neighbouring woods and the third-party's compound the team determined the best solution was to use “horizontal drilling” - an innovative trenchless tunnelling technique to reduce persistent and recurring flooding issues The horizontal drilling technique saw 49 metres of pipework installed diverting rainwater away from under the railway bridge on Rectory Hill to an existing outfall (the discharge point of a waste stream into a body of water) The technique was utilised to avoid substantial excavation and trenching in a heavily wooded conservation area Example of the horizontal drilling technique at Rectory Hill This was the first time Buckinghamshire Highways used this technique The first step involved some temporary works to dig a hole in the ground to reach the depth of the defective drainage pipe A horizontal boring machine (a large machine which digs holes in a horizontal direction) was then brought in a chamber in the low point of the footpath The benefit of horizontal boring is that this technique enables teams to bore more quickly than traditional construction methods at this depth It also requires less reinstatement and repairs of the carriageway and footway This also protects any major tree routes and utilities assets and its successful completion marks a significant milestone in Buckinghamshire Council’s capital drainage programme as the flooding underneath the railway bridge has been an ongoing source of concern and disruption for local residents the site also benefited from the use of an Eco Pod welfare van When compared to traditional generator-powered welfare vans this has a huge carbon savings of 7.3 tonnes (the equivalent of charging approx or approximately 44.3 tonnes throughout the scheme's 6-week delivery (equivalent to the energy use for a whole year of 5.9 homes)** contributing to our commitment to reduce our carbon footprint *1 Tonne of CO2: What Does it Look Like? | CrownOil **Greenhouse Gas Equivalencies Calculator | United States Environmental Protection Agency discussions on the matter enabled the council to reach a settlement that protected our council taxpaying residents from the costs of rectifying the issues and putting in a permanent solution The road has now reopened after repair work on the drainage system was completed in February 2025 View how we're investing £120 million over 4 years to improve our highways and the latest on Buckinghamshire's roads All content is available under the Open Government Licence v.3 The Sunday TimesThere aren’t many places where you reach for your wellies as often as you do your Oyster card but this super-prime commuter hotspot is one of them Surrounded by the Chiltern Hills and with all the fresh-air charms of countryside living from trendy boutiques to acclaimed restaurants along with a leisure centre and spa Buckinghamshire’s high-achieving grammar schools make Amersham more appealing than ever these days plus it’s on the Metropolitan Line into central London Aesthetically this is a town of two halves The photogenic Old Amersham is full of half-timbered cottages elegant Georgian houses and historic inns that sprang up in the 17th and 18th centuries when the place became an important coach stop for London This gorgeous medieval town is one of the easiest and quickest day trips you can take from London - perfect for a cosy day out this autumn View this post on Instagram A post shared by Visit Amersham (@visitamersham) View this post on Instagram A post shared by Visit Amersham (@visitamersham) And no quintessential British town can be without its fair share of quintessential British pubs – luckily Amersham doesn’t disappoint in this department As I’m sure you could have guessed based on its location, there are plenty of gorgeous walks and nature trails to embark on ranging from relaxed ambles to high-intensity hikes So it’s the perfect place for a crisp autumnal stroll followed by a nice hearty meal this cosy season Customers travelling with Chiltern Railways are being reminded of upcoming industrial action on the London Underground which will impact rail services on the Metropolitan Line.   Members of the ASLEF and RMT unions have announced their intention to stage industrial action on the London Underground on different days between Friday 1 November and Saturday 16 November.  Chiltern Railways’ services which run on the Metropolitan Line (London Marylebone to Aylesbury via Amersham) will be affected as a result Customers are urged to check their journeys in advance of travelling.  Commercial & Customer Strategy Director at Chiltern Railways “I would like to thank customers for their patience and understanding as the London Underground industrial action will disrupt our services on the Metropolitan Line in November.  “On certain days between Friday 1 November and Saturday 16 November there will be no Chiltern services operating between London Marylebone and Great Missenden so I urge customers to plan ahead.”  A daily breakdown of the impact to Chiltern Railways’ services across the period is as follows:  More information on the London Underground industrial action can be viewed here.   Cookie Settings Powered by Onclusive PR Manager™ Someone has sadly died following an incident at Northwood Hills Underground Station earlier today (4 April) A spokesperson for British Transport Police said: “Officers were called to Northwood Hills underground station at around 12.10pm today (4 April) following reports of a casualty on the tracks however sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene The incident is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner.” A London Ambulance Service spokesperson said: “We were called at 12.10pm today (4 April) to reports of a person hit by a train at Northwood Hills Underground Station an incident response officer and members of our hazardous area response team (HART) a man was pronounced dead at the scene.” the Metropolitan line was part suspended between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Amersham There were also severe delays on the rest of the line Minor delays are also affecting the Piccadilly line between South Harrow and Uxbridge Harrow Online is a company registered in England and Wales Where?In the Chiltern Hills, 27 miles northwest of London and 15 miles southeast of Aylesbury. Why now?Amersham answers the call of all those who want more green space around them, but it’s also the last stop on the Metropolitan line — so you can yo-yo in and out of the capital as much as you like. Last December the long-awaited Chilterns Lifestyle Centre opened, a few minutes’ walk from the station, with an eight-lane swimming pool, state-of-the-art gym, classes from yoga to Zumba, and a luxury spa. Are there two Amershams?Yes, there’s old Amersham, a wonderfully photogenic medieval market town in the valley, and Amersham on the Hill, a quick drive or 15-minute walk up Rectory Hill, developed after the railway arrived Chiltern Railways has warned customers to expect disruption as ASLEF industrial action hits the network between 29 September and 6 October.   On Saturday 30 September and Wednesday 4 October no Chiltern Railways services will run on any route due to strike action by ASLEF.  An overtime ban by the union is also in place on Friday 29 September and 2 This will mean a reduced service across most of the Chiltern Railways network and some early morning and late-night alternations to train times Customers should ensure they check their full journey before travelling.  an RMT strike on the London Underground network will affect services along the Metropolitan Line meaning that Chiltern Railways services will not be able to call at stations between Harrow on the Hill and Amersham.   Customers are also reminded that engineering works will affect some journeys prior to the industrial action taking place, with buses replacing trains on some routes in the final week of September. Further information on engineering works can be found here.  Chiltern Railways is urging customers to check before they travel at www.chilternrailways.co.uk Saturday 30 September and Wednesday 4 October  Thursday 5 October and Friday 6 October  Customers can access further information on industrial action and service provision by visiting www.chilternrailways.co.uk/strike.  they knew we could be struggling and just wanted us to stay open,” he says It is only one of the small acts of kindness that proves this well-connected town has a beating community heart along with ultra-convenient transport links half-timbered cottages and proximity to the bucolic Chiltern Hills."},"children":[]}]},{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","attributes":{"value":"It may be at the end of the Metropolitan Tube line but unlike some of its commuter-belt neighbours (yes Beaconsfield that’s you) this is no dormitory dead zone The In Bloom brigade keeps the Memorial Gardens immaculate and volunteers do"},"children":[]}]}]},"summary({\"maxCharCount\":200})":{"type":"json","json":[{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","attributes":{"value":"When Joe Izzo had to close his blue-painted café 1220 on the Broadway during the first lockdown he was stunned to find two envelopes posted through the letterbox containing cheques from locals “I"},"children":[]}]}]},"dropcapsDisabled":false,"expirableFlags":[],"keywords":{"type":"json","json":["why","amersham","buckinghamshire","is","one","of","the","best","places","to","live","in","2021"]},"leadAsset":{"type":"id","generated":false,"id":"Image:48ccd816-9e29-43c7-995d-700eb277f461","typename":"Image"},"relatedArticleSlice":null,"sharingEnabled":true,"savingEnabled":true,"standfirst":"Grab your Oyster card and wellingtons — it may be on the Tube but this is a proper country town","tiles({\"desc\":true,\"first\":5})":[],"template":"indepth","textColour":{"type":"id","generated":true,"id":"$Article:012a6678-80dd-11eb-87b3-57c13ebd5dfe.textColour","typename":"Colour"},"topics({\"maxCount\":5})":null,"bylines":[{"type":"id","generated":true,"id":"Article:012a6678-80dd-11eb-87b3-57c13ebd5dfe.bylines.0","typename":"TextByline"}],"hasVideo":false,"headline":"Why Amersham is one of the best places to live in 2021","id":"012a6678-80dd-11eb-87b3-57c13ebd5dfe","label":"Southeast","publicationName":"SUNDAYTIMES","publishedTime":"2021-03-26T00:00:00.000Z","updatedTime":"2021-03-24T19:31:43.000Z","section":null,"shortIdentifier":"l9cklkrsf","shortHeadline":"Why Amersham is one of the best places to live in 2021Grab your Oyster card and wellingtons — it may be on the Tube but this is a proper country townBest Places to Live in the Southeast: even though it is the end of the line Amersham offers the best of Chiltern beginningsALAMYThe Sunday TimesFriday March 26 2021 The Sunday TimesWhen Joe Izzo had to close his blue-painted café 1220 on the Broadway during the first lockdown he was stunned to find two envelopes posted through the letterbox containing cheques from locals half-timbered cottages and proximity to the bucolic Chiltern Hills It may be at the end of the Metropolitan Tube line Your guide to London's culture and transport news and events taking place across the city Published on 26th July 2017 by ianVisits in London Ticket Alert A host of vintage tube and steam trains are set to return to the London Underground’s Metropolitan line in September for a weekend event 1 steam locomotive and the 1938 art deco Tube stock train will run on the Metropolitan line between Amersham and Harrow-on-the-Hill over the weekend of 9th and 10th September The heritage vehicles will also include Steam Locomotive No and the 1950s ex British Rail coaches resplendent in their new London Transport red livery will be singing Andrew’s Sisters classics and performing the dance moves to match at Amersham station passengers can take a free heritage bus ride from Amersham Station to Amersham Old Town where the town’s annual Heritage Day will take place market stalls and a children’s area and fairground Note that the 1938 Tube stock is still undergoing final safety tests following refurbishment so tickets for those rides are expected to go on sale on the 11th August There will also be a classic English Tea available for £12 per person Full details here, and book tickets here The vehicles consist of; Steam Loco Met No1 Journey 1 Standard class – 4TC coaches (1950s ex BR) Adults £10 Journey 2 Standard class – 4TC coaches (1950s ex BR) Journey 3 Journey 4 Children under 3 will be required to sit on their adult’s lap This website has been running now for over a decade, and while advertising revenue contributes to funding the website, it doesn't cover the costs. That is why I have set up a facility with DonorBox where you can contribute to the costs of the website and time invested in writing and research for the news articles It's very similar to the way The Guardian and many smaller websites are now seeking to generate an income in the face of rising costs and declining advertising Whether it's a one-off donation or a regular giver every additional support goes a long way to covering the running costs of this website and keeping you regularly topped up doses of Londony news and facts If you like what you read on here, then please support the website here Would I be right in assuming that the steam locos will be at the Amersham end of the train Does anyone have any tickets for Sat 9th Sept for sale Please reply if you know where I can get hold of them – I know it’s sold out and the latest news published on ianVisits You can unsubscribe at any time from my weekly emails © ianVisits Published on 17th August 2011 by ianVisits in Events and Tours, Museums It has been announced that the Transport Museum’s dinky little red 1938 era tube train, and the older, and rather larger electric locomotive, Sarah Siddons will be running special journeys on Sunday 11th September between Harrow-on-the-Hill The outings are part of the Amersham Old Town’s Heritage Day will run between Amersham station and Amersham Old Town Finally, there will be a photo competition for the best dressed — or maybe most authentic — people in 1940s attire (not that I ever do that) Trips on Sarah Siddons are £5 and the train runs regular trips throughout the day Tickets for the 1938 tube train vary depending on the trip but also include unlimited free trips on Sarah Siddons if seats are available All train tickets include free entry into Amersham Museum To purchase tickets you can phone 020 7565 7298 or book online The times below are when trains pass through stations without stopping except the last one where you can get off Amersham if you want to Journey 1: (30 mins) Adults £10; Children £5 Book Online Journey 2: (1 hr 15 mins) Adults £15; Children £5 Book Online Journey 3: (1 hr 15 mins) Adults £15; Children £5 Book Online Journey 4: (1hr 40 mins) Adults £15; Children £5 Book Online This is cool would love to see and ride this but I notice that the fare doesn’t reflect the era of the trains! Neither does your salary I’d wager 🙂 I heard that a member of staff accosted a photographer a few years ago for taking pics of Sarah Siddon; at Amersham I think Staff will stop people using flash or tripod but usually allow bystanders to snap photos I’ve never heard of anyone being accosted though that sounds dubious as it is likely to result in the person being sacked what is this place called “Watford South” That’s no tube or rail station I’ve ever heard of and the order in which it calls at stations suggests it isn’t the Watford South Curve either Does the best dressed include the best selection of nylons pinned to the inside of a double breasted suit Take the train and you can use Oyster or contactless to pay — potentially saving a small fortune Annual season tickets are nearly £500 cheaper than in Tubeless Beaconsfield and you can save £14 on a day trip to London by departing from Amersham rather than its neighbour Take the Tube and you’ll avoid the peak-time scrum at London Marylebone the only disadvantage of travelling with Chiltern Railways consistently rated one of the best rail companies in the south of England Transport is reason enough to include Amersham on the list but life here isn’t just about getting in and out"},"children":[]}]}]},"summary({\"maxCharCount\":200})":{"type":"json","json":[{"name":"paragraph","children":[{"name":"text","attributes":{"value":"Has a commuter ever known such riches with a pretty old town and woodland walks to fill weekends and holidays","tiles({\"desc\":true,\"first\":5})":[],"template":"indepth","textColour":{"type":"id","generated":true,"id":"$Article:8327428a-61f9-11ea-8022-13d7c8930f6d.textColour","typename":"Colour"},"topics({\"maxCount\":5})":null,"bylines":[{"type":"id","generated":true,"id":"Article:8327428a-61f9-11ea-8022-13d7c8930f6d.bylines.0","typename":"TextByline"}],"hasVideo":false,"headline":"Amersham Buckinghamshire — Best Places to Live in the UK 2020","id":"8327428a-61f9-11ea-8022-13d7c8930f6d","label":"SOUTHEAST","publicationName":"SUNDAYTIMES","publishedTime":"2020-03-22T00:00:00.000Z","updatedTime":"2020-03-20T23:30:37.000Z","section":null,"shortIdentifier":"rpjvrr2rz","shortHeadline":"Amersham Buckinghamshire — Best Places to Live in the UK 2020","seoDescription":"Has a commuter ever known such riches Buckinghamshire — Best Places to Live in the UK 2020It’s all about the rail links here with a pretty old town and woodland walks to fill weekends and holidaysBest Places to Live: Amersham’s historic old townALAMYThe Sunday TimesSunday March 22 2020 The Sunday TimesHas a commuter ever known such riches but life here isn’t just about getting in and out Look out for your first newsletter in your inbox soon We help you navigate a myriad of possibilities Sign up for our newsletter for the best of the city By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news Sign up for our email to enjoy London without spending a thing (as well as some options when you’re feeling flush) By entering your email address you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy and consent to receive emails from Time Out about news, events, offers and partner promotions. London But trainspotters will be excited to hear that in September you’ll be able to ride a tube from 1938 along the Metropolitan line.  the restored Art Deco train will run on the rarely-used part of the burgundy line that goes between Watford and Amersham.  with a return from Amersham to Watford taking around one hour and 19 minutes A single trip from Amersham to Harrow-on-the-Hill should take around 24 minutes.  Passengers can choose to sit in one of four carriages: pink Pink will be the front carriage on the way there and blue will be the front on the return trip they might even open the door to the driver’s cabin to let you have a look.  Tickets can be booked through the London Transport Museum here.  Time Out’s brilliant new podcast, ‘Love Thy Neighbourhood’, is out now. Listen to the third episode with Doc Brown in Kilburn.  Stay in the loop: sign up for our free Time Out London newsletter for the best of the city Thanks for subscribing! 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