The village is situated approximately 6 miles (10 km) north from the town of Bishop's Stortford.

It is recorded as having quite a large population of 34 households, and it paid substantial taxes of eight geld units.

The wife of Sledda King of the East Saxons (c.587-604) and sister of Æthelberht of Kent was named Ricula, though an association with this manor has not been proven.

[4] Another theory is that, over time, the villagers settled closer to the once busy drovers' road (the former A11) that runs through Quendon.

The village green is also home to Rickling Ramblers Cricket Club.