Clavering, Essex

Clavering is a village in north-west Essex in England. The village's name means "place where clover grows". Clavering is situated 20 miles (32km) south of Cambridge on the River Stort. It is one of over 100 villages in the district of Uttlesford. Located just 10 miles from London Stansted Airport, the village may be affected by plans to expand the airport.

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Essex - England - Cambridge - River Stort - Uttlesford - London Stansted Airport

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Notable sites in Clavering include Clavering Castle and the former Clavering guildhall. The remains of the castle are now just ringworks and earthworks. The castle is believed to date to pre-Norman times. The former guildhall is a medieval Grade II* listed building. The building, which was constructed in the early 16th century was restored following a fire in December 1991.

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Medieval - Grade II* listed building - 16th century

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The noted Chef and television personality Jamie Oliver comes from Clavering.

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