Buttsbury Ford

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Also known as Buttsbury Wash – on the back road from Buttsbury Church to Billericay is often deeper than you think. The road dips and turns slightly to the left as it crosses the River Wid, a meandering stream in the summer but a raging torrent after heavy rainfall in the winter. It’s deceptive too, so cross, if you dare, with extreme care. Beware lest the river engulfs your car. A story of the crossing is given here: “Fire Brigade statistics show it to be the worst location of its kind in the country” cheaper-cars.co.uk/511145-First-Aid-for-Flooded-Cars.ht...
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Coordinates:   51°39'13"N   0°23'48"E
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