Charlwood

Wood, Forest in Wiltshire

England

Charlwood

What are you searching for this summer? Some fuel and a bite, perchance? — What are you searching for this summer? Credit: Neil Owen

Charlwood is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated near the town of Westbury, it lies within the Westbury civil parish. The village is known for its picturesque surroundings, encompassed by beautiful woodlands and forests, hence its name, which means "Wood, Forest" in Old English.

The village is predominantly rural, with a small population of around 500 people. It is characterized by its charming cottages and traditional buildings, giving it a quintessential English countryside feel. The village is well-preserved, with some of the buildings dating back several centuries, adding to its historical significance.

Charlwood is surrounded by lush green fields and rolling hills, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The woodlands and forests that surround the village offer a tranquil escape for walking, hiking, and exploring the local flora and fauna.

Despite its small size, Charlwood has a strong sense of community spirit, with several community events and activities held throughout the year. The village has a local pub, providing a gathering place for residents and visitors alike.

For those seeking a taste of history, nearby attractions such as the Westbury White Horse, a famous chalk hill figure, and the Westbury Manor Museum offer insights into the area's rich heritage.

Overall, Charlwood, Wiltshire, with its idyllic setting, historical charm, and strong community ties, is a hidden gem for those looking to experience the beauty and tranquility of the English countryside.

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Charlwood Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.402635/-2.2138736 or Grid Reference ST8567. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

What are you searching for this summer? Some fuel and a bite, perchance?

What are you searching for this summer?

Some fuel and a bite, perchance?

Edward's box An Edward VII letterbox, another W.T. Allen product, embedded in the wall of the village school.

Edward's box

An Edward VII letterbox, another W.T. Allen product, embedded in the wall of the village school.

Parish notices and perennials Two boards near the church graveyard, as well as some floral touches.

Parish notices and perennials

Two boards near the church graveyard, as well as some floral touches.

Light and powerful A well-fenced electricity substation in Atworth.

Light and powerful

A well-fenced electricity substation in Atworth.

Benchmark on Atworth's church A cutmark of nineteenth century vintage lies on the northern face of St Michael&#039;s and All Angels. See <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm152996" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm152996">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span> for the entry in the Benchmark Database and <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6932942">ST8565 : At the foot of the tower</a> for a wider view.

Benchmark on Atworth's church

A cutmark of nineteenth century vintage lies on the northern face of St Michael's and All Angels. See Link

for the entry in the Benchmark Database and ST8565 : At the foot of the tower for a wider view.

At the foot of the tower St Michael&#039;s and All Angels church tower has a benchmark at the northwest buttress. See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6932939">ST8565 : Benchmark on Atworth's church</a> for a good look.

At the foot of the tower

St Michael's and All Angels church tower has a benchmark at the northwest buttress. See ST8565 : Benchmark on Atworth's church for a good look.

A shady rest The west end of Atworth has a small patch of grass with a seat for visitors. It is close to the school and what used to be the Forester&#039;s Arms - a pub that had a number of changes but is now lost.

A shady rest

The west end of Atworth has a small patch of grass with a seat for visitors. It is close to the school and what used to be the Forester's Arms - a pub that had a number of changes but is now lost.

The White Hart, Atworth This is Atworth&#039;s oldest and (Covid notwithstanding) only open pub. As a village on the important road to Bath, it was a prime coaching inn which was opened in the late eighteenth century.

The White Hart, Atworth

This is Atworth's oldest and (Covid notwithstanding) only open pub. As a village on the important road to Bath, it was a prime coaching inn which was opened in the late eighteenth century.

A leg up in the old days The steps at the front of the White Hart are from the days of horse-drawn travel.

A leg up in the old days

The steps at the front of the White Hart are from the days of horse-drawn travel.

A noticeboard by the pub Local news and announcements are posted where a lot of people are expected to visit.

A noticeboard by the pub

Local news and announcements are posted where a lot of people are expected to visit.

All those who served

The Roll of Honour on the west face of the tower lists those from the village who fought in any role in WWII, notably including women in a separate section. One name in gold was the only fatality. Below is a twenty-first century memorial to the war in the form of a seat. Above is a cross with a profile of Queen Victoria, dated 1887 and 1897.

For God, King and Country The village of Atworth funded the Jubilee Clock Tower, right on the main Bath Road, in 1897. By the end of the Great War, it became an obvious place to mark the men of the village who had served, and in some cases fallen, in its prosecution.

For God, King and Country

The village of Atworth funded the Jubilee Clock Tower, right on the main Bath Road, in 1897. By the end of the Great War, it became an obvious place to mark the men of the village who had served, and in some cases fallen, in its prosecution.

Atworth Diamond Jubilee Clock Tower To mark Victoria&#039;s Diamond Jubilee of 1897, the village garnered around £100 to build this tower. It features a clock made by Niehus Brothers of Bristol and a bell. Originally it had a flagpole but that was replaced by the weathervane, reducing the total height to 26m (85&#039;). The structure and internals were refurbished in 1999.

Atworth Diamond Jubilee Clock Tower

To mark Victoria's Diamond Jubilee of 1897, the village garnered around £100 to build this tower. It features a clock made by Niehus Brothers of Bristol and a bell. Originally it had a flagpole but that was replaced by the weathervane, reducing the total height to 26m (85'). The structure and internals were refurbished in 1999.

The longest reign The Diamond Jubilee Clock Tower stands right at the junction of the old part of the village of Atworth, near the church, and the main Bath Road part. The tablet commemorated the length of the Victoria&#039;s reign at that time.

See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/678236">ST8665 : 2008 : In Commemoration</a> for Maurice Pullin&#039;s image of 2008 for the tablet.

The longest reign

The Diamond Jubilee Clock Tower stands right at the junction of the old part of the village of Atworth, near the church, and the main Bath Road part. The tablet commemorated the length of the Victoria's reign at that time. See ST8665 : 2008 : In Commemoration for Maurice Pullin's image of 2008 for the tablet.

Tolls by the tower This vernacular cottage was built in about 1795 for the Bath to Melksham turnpike and charged users a toll. Although it had been relieved of its function and reverted to private residence, much of the original features remain. Grade II listed.

Tolls by the tower

This vernacular cottage was built in about 1795 for the Bath to Melksham turnpike and charged users a toll. Although it had been relieved of its function and reverted to private residence, much of the original features remain. Grade II listed.

Independent graves The small allotted burial ground by the old Independent Church features a few stones, but most of the present land is under tarmac.

Independent graves

The small allotted burial ground by the old Independent Church features a few stones, but most of the present land is under tarmac.

Atworth Independent Church Founded in the 1790s, it has pointed ‘gothick’ windows and an unusual pointed door hood.

Atworth Independent Church

Founded in the 1790s, it has pointed ‘gothick’ windows and an unusual pointed door hood.

Atworth village hall This is the site where a workers&#039; hall was built in 1885. However, it was replaced in 1913 as the Atworth Institute - now the community hall.

Atworth village hall

This is the site where a workers' hall was built in 1885. However, it was replaced in 1913 as the Atworth Institute - now the community hall.

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Charlwood is located at Grid Ref: ST8567 (Lat: 51.402635, Lng: -2.2138736)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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