Hermitage

In the heart of the North Wessex Downs

A charming little village that boasts a Post Office, cosy pre and primary schools, a lovely church, two friendly pubs, and a garden centre that features a popular café and shop for all your needs.

The village is conveniently located just four miles north of Newbury, which offers a variety of services and excellent transport links to London and other national destinations, all easily accessible by both road and rail.

With the M4 and A34 only about three miles away and regular mainline rail services from both Newbury and Didcot to London Paddington, commuting is a easy.

Families will be pleased to find a great selection of schools for all ages nearby, both private and state-run.

Don’t miss out on the nearby Hilliers Garden Centre, where you can unwind at the cafe!

Newbury, Thatcham, and Theale all feature mainline stations on the Paddington line, and with Crossrail services from Reading, you can smoothly travel right through central London without the hassle of changing trains.

It’s a quick commute too, with a train journey taking under three quarters of an hour or just 1 hour and 30 minutes by road!

Hermitage is a wonderful place that offers a variety of activities and benefits from a modern village hall, a fun playground, a handy village store, and two inviting pubs.

You’ll also find a fantastic array of schools in the area, including a Primary School, The Downs School secondary catchment, Harriet House Montessori, St Andrew’s, Brockhurst & Marlston House, Elstree, Cheam, Bradfield College, Downe House, and Pangbourne College.