Daylesford

Settlement in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Daylesford

Site of Adlestrop Railway Station The presumed station house survives behind the trees to the left.
Site of Adlestrop Railway Station Credit: Chris Allen

Daylesford is a picturesque village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. With a population of around 2,000 residents, it is nestled in the picturesque Cotswold Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is situated approximately 5 miles northeast of Chipping Norton and 8 miles south of Stow-on-the-Wold.

Daylesford is renowned for its stunning landscapes, charming stone houses, and idyllic countryside setting. The village is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering streams, offering an abundance of outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horse riding. The Cotswold Way, a famous long-distance footpath, runs close by, attracting walkers from near and far.

One of the village's main attractions is the Daylesford Organic Farm, which has become a renowned destination for organic produce and sustainable living. The farm encompasses a range of activities, including a farm shop, café, cookery school, and spa. Visitors can explore the farm and witness the organic farming methods in action, as well as indulge in delicious organic food and luxurious spa treatments.

Daylesford also boasts a rich history, with a number of historic buildings and landmarks dotting the village. The St. Peter's Church, a Grade II* listed building, is a notable example, dating back to the 12th century. The village maintains a strong sense of community, with various events and festivals taking place throughout the year, including the Daylesford Street Fair and the Daylesford Festival.

Overall, Daylesford is a charming village that offers a perfect blend of natural beauty, organic living, and a thriving community spirit.

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Daylesford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.931219/-1.645818 or Grid Reference SP2425. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Site of Adlestrop Railway Station The presumed station house survives behind the trees to the left.
Site of Adlestrop Railway Station
The presumed station house survives behind the trees to the left.
Field entrance Entrance to farmland crossing what appears to be a belt planted with tree saplings.  The Cotswold town of Stow-on-the-Wold is on the top of the hill beyond the broad valley.
Field entrance
Entrance to farmland crossing what appears to be a belt planted with tree saplings. The Cotswold town of Stow-on-the-Wold is on the top of the hill beyond the broad valley.
Chicken sheds Chicken sheds housing free range chickens.
Chicken sheds
Chicken sheds housing free range chickens.
View to Slade Farm View across farmland to Slade Farm near Kingham.
View to Slade Farm
View across farmland to Slade Farm near Kingham.
Farmland at Kingham Farmland to the west of Kingham.
Farmland at Kingham
Farmland to the west of Kingham.
Track to Slade Farm There is a sign saying that the Daylesford Estate Office is down here.
Track to Slade Farm
There is a sign saying that the Daylesford Estate Office is down here.
Planted field on Kingham Hill The land rises very gently up the hill.
Planted field on Kingham Hill
The land rises very gently up the hill.
Field entrance on Kingham Hill The fallow border round the field is a fairly recent addition, which I am sure generates extra subsidy.
Field entrance on Kingham Hill
The fallow border round the field is a fairly recent addition, which I am sure generates extra subsidy.
Path across a field The path skirts round Lower Oddington which is to the left.
Path across a field
The path skirts round Lower Oddington which is to the left.
A field full of sheep The sheep are relatively densely packed, though they have the freedom to walk into the next field if they feel like it. The path runs from Upper Oddington towards the church.
A field full of sheep
The sheep are relatively densely packed, though they have the freedom to walk into the next field if they feel like it. The path runs from Upper Oddington towards the church.
Fields below Lower Oddington Lower Oddington sits on the rise ahead.
Fields below Lower Oddington
Lower Oddington sits on the rise ahead.
Churchyard of St Nicholas, Oddington The front of the churchyard which has been partially cleared of graves. The church is not near either of the villages.
Churchyard of St Nicholas, Oddington
The front of the churchyard which has been partially cleared of graves. The church is not near either of the villages.
Track to Daylesford This track gives a view across the Evenlode valley.
Track to Daylesford
This track gives a view across the Evenlode valley.
Puddle on the track to Daylesford The track is broad and well-made. It winds a lot on this stretch and is about to cross the River Evenlode.
Puddle on the track to Daylesford
The track is broad and well-made. It winds a lot on this stretch and is about to cross the River Evenlode.
The River Evenlode near Daylesford One of the major Cotswold rivers.
The River Evenlode near Daylesford
One of the major Cotswold rivers.
Bridge over the railway near Daylesford If you are on this side of the railway with too much weight, the only solution is to remove something, because there is not a better way out.
Bridge over the railway near Daylesford
If you are on this side of the railway with too much weight, the only solution is to remove something, because there is not a better way out.
Field of cattle at Daylesford The buildings behind are part of Daylesford Farm.
Field of cattle at Daylesford
The buildings behind are part of Daylesford Farm.
Farmland near Daylesford Looking up towards Kingham Hill. I presume this is all part of the organic Daylesford estate.
Farmland near Daylesford
Looking up towards Kingham Hill. I presume this is all part of the organic Daylesford estate.
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Daylesford is located at Grid Ref: SP2425 (Lat: 51.931219, Lng: -1.645818)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Daylesford
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Telephone
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