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Living in Great Missenden
Thinking about moving to Great Missenden? Discover why it's a great place to live, fun things to do here, what the local schools and transport connections are like - and of course the most important thing of all: how much houses cost to buy.
Your guide to moving to Great Missenden
Why Great Missenden is a good place to live
Imagine living in a place that is like a postcard capturing the best of English countryside beauty. That's what moving to Great Missenden offers, a quaint village nestled in the natural splendour of the Chiltern Hills. Here, traditional shops and eateries invite you in for a gentle perusal or a casual bite. Its timeless charm springs from beautiful buildings, a scenic and tranquil environment replete with stunning scenery, ancient churches, and rolling hills. Not to mention, it has been recognized as one of the Top 260 Places to Live, signifying its desirability. Great Missenden affords stylish, peaceful living with convenient transport connections, including frequent trains to London Marylebone. Plus, education is a highlight, with local schools being highly rated by Ofsted.
What's Great Missenden famous for?
Great Missenden is famous for its deep-seated connection to literature. The beloved author Roald Dahl made this village his residence, finding the peaceful surroundings conducive to inflaming his celebrated imagination. A homage to Dahl's legacy, the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre finds its home here. But there's more movie magic to Great Missenden. Its picturesque setting has attracted filmmakers, becoming a regular filming spot for the TV series Midsomer Murders. Adding to the allure of the village is its notable historical significance with ancient buildings, like the parish church of St. Peter and St. Paul, and ruins of the Missenden Abbey.
Things to do in Great Missenden
A treasure trove of enriching experiences await those living in Great Missenden. Start your journey of exploration with the Roald Dahl Museum and Story Centre. This homage to Dahl's life and work offers fascinating exhibits and storytelling activities. Pair that with a tasty indulgence at Café Twit! If your hunger persists, a line-up of culinary delights await at The George inn and La Petite Auberge. Outside the gastronomic journey, venture toward Great Missenden's old-world high street. It offers a delightful mix of pubs, a wine bar, makeup, and independent shops. To breathe in the village's natural beauty, step out for a relaxed walk in the beautiful English countryside around, or visit the Peterley Farm Shop for its pick-your-own produce offer.
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Average asking prices in Great Missenden today
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Properties currently for sale in Great Missenden
Whether you're looking to buy a family home or a beautiful apartment, we've got you covered.
Guide price
£435,000
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms1
2 bed flat for sale
High Street, Great Missenden HP16Guide price
£650,000
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms3
- Living rooms1
4 bed end terrace house for sale
Elmtree Green, Great Missenden HP16Guide price
£435,000
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms1
2 bed terraced house for sale
Church Street, Great Missenden HP16Offers over
£550,000
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms2
2 bed semi-detached house for sale
Whitefield Lane, Great Missenden HP16Guide price
£2,750,000
- Bedrooms6
- Bathrooms5
- Living rooms5
6 bed detached house for sale
Grimms Hill, Great Missenden HP16
Transport in Great Missenden
Find the nearest train stations and other transport links in Great Missenden.
Local connections
- Great Missenden
- National Rail
- 0 miles / 0.0 km
- Chesham
- 4.2 miles / 6.8 km
- Wendover
- National Rail
- 4.4 miles / 7.1 km
- Amersham
- National Rail
- 4.8 miles / 7.7 km
- Amersham
- 4.8 miles / 7.7 km
- High Wycombe
- National Rail
- 5.3 miles / 8.5 km
Schools in Great Missenden
Discover local primary schools, secondary schools and sixth form colleges in Great Missenden.
Education in Great Missenden
- Gateway School
- Ages: 2 - 11 years old
- Great Missenden CofE Combined School
- Ages: 3 - 11 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)
- The Misbourne School
- Ages: 11 - 18 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Good (2022)
- Prestwood Infant School
- Ages: 2 - 7 years old
- Prestwood Junior School
- Ages: 7 - 11 years old
- Little Kingshill Combined School
- Ages: 3 - 11 years old
- Ofsted Rating: Outstanding (2011)
Local pubs in Great Missenden
Black Horse
Great Missenden, Buckinghamshire, HP16The Black Horse Pub is located in Great Missenden, a delightful & picturesque Buckinghamshire village along the Misbourne Valley set in the beautiful Chiltern Hills. The quaint narrow high street is home to many local boutiques and country shops.
Nags Head
Little Kingshill, Great Missenden, HP16The Michaels family are proud to welcome you to their AA 4 Star Hotel & Restaurant, in the quaint village of Great Missenden.
Full Moon
Little Kingshill, Great Missenden, HP16Red Lion
Little Missenden, Amersham, HP7Crown
Little Missenden, Amersham, HP7