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Donhead St Andrew

Settlement in Wiltshire

England

Donhead St Andrew

'The Castle', Milkwell
'The Castle', Milkwell Credit: Roger Cornfoot

Donhead St Andrew is a small village located in the southwestern part of Wiltshire, England. It is situated within the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, surrounded by picturesque countryside and rolling hills. The village is approximately 8 miles west of Salisbury and 100 miles southwest of London.

The village is known for its charming and quintessentially English character, with a mix of traditional thatched cottages, period houses, and historic buildings. The centerpiece of the village is the Grade I listed St. Andrew's Church, a beautiful medieval building that dates back to the 13th century. The church features stunning stained glass windows and a distinctive tower.

Donhead St Andrew is a close-knit community with a population of around 500 residents. The village has a strong sense of community spirit and hosts various events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas fair. There is a village hall that serves as a hub for social gatherings, clubs, and activities.

The surrounding area offers numerous opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. The Donhead St Andrew area is ideal for walking, cycling, and horse riding, with several footpaths and bridleways crisscrossing the scenic countryside. Nearby attractions include the ancient hill fort of Win Green and the beautiful gardens of Stourhead House, both of which are popular with visitors.

Overall, Donhead St Andrew is a tranquil and picturesque village that offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Wiltshire countryside.

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'The Castle', Milkwell
'The Castle', Milkwell
A30 heading west One of the least busy sections of the A30.
A30 heading west
One of the least busy sections of the A30.
A30 heading west The left turn goes to Berwick St John. The blue sign shows the way the Ed and Camilla's wedding.
A30 heading west
The left turn goes to Berwick St John. The blue sign shows the way the Ed and Camilla's wedding.
A30 heading west Nearing Whitesand Cross.
A30 heading west
Nearing Whitesand Cross.
A30 heading west by Windyridge Farm The farm is on the left. The house on the right is called 'Ours'.
A30 heading west by Windyridge Farm
The farm is on the left. The house on the right is called 'Ours'.
Old Milepost by the A30, Whitesand Cross, Donhead St Andrew Cast iron post by the A30, in parish of DONHEAD ST ANDREW (SALISBURY District), Whitesand Cross; 100m East of crossroads by No. 150, on concrete plinth, on South side of road. Cockey iron casting, erected by the Whitesheet turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : SHASTON / 4 : : DONHEAD ST MARY : : SALISBURY / 16 : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1200764 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1200764" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1200764">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> Milestone Society National ID: WI_SHSA04.
Old Milepost by the A30, Whitesand Cross, Donhead St Andrew
Cast iron post by the A30, in parish of DONHEAD ST ANDREW (SALISBURY District), Whitesand Cross; 100m East of crossroads by No. 150, on concrete plinth, on South side of road. Cockey iron casting, erected by the Whitesheet turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : SHASTON / 4 : : DONHEAD ST MARY : : SALISBURY / 16 : Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1200764 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: WI_SHSA04.
River Nadder at Mullins Bridge
River Nadder at Mullins Bridge
In Milkwell Hamlet passed through on the Wessex Ridgeway long distance footpath
In Milkwell
Hamlet passed through on the Wessex Ridgeway long distance footpath
Lower Berrycourt Farm
Lower Berrycourt Farm
Mud and Manure by Green Lane At the crossing of two tracks above Dengrove Bottom, a fine view eastwards over muck heaps towards White Sheet Hill.
Mud and Manure by Green Lane
At the crossing of two tracks above Dengrove Bottom, a fine view eastwards over muck heaps towards White Sheet Hill.
A View over Dengrove Bottom
A View over Dengrove Bottom
Wessex Ridgeway descending towards Dengrove Bottom A muddy and churned up track, made for a slippery descent towards Dengrove Bottom
Wessex Ridgeway descending towards Dengrove Bottom
A muddy and churned up track, made for a slippery descent towards Dengrove Bottom
Dengrove Farm Farming operation in Donhead St Andrew passed by on the Wessex Ridgeway long distance footpath.
Dengrove Farm
Farming operation in Donhead St Andrew passed by on the Wessex Ridgeway long distance footpath.
Wessex Ridgeway in Dengrove Bottom The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. Wikipedia entry: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wessex_Ridgeway" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wessex_Ridgeway">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>
Wessex Ridgeway in Dengrove Bottom
The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. Wikipedia entry: LinkExternal link
Hernsham Street, Donhead St. Andrew Adopted by the Wessex Ridgeway long distance footpath as it makes its way through the scattered community of Donhead St. Andrew
Hernsham Street, Donhead St. Andrew
Adopted by the Wessex Ridgeway long distance footpath as it makes its way through the scattered community of Donhead St. Andrew
Wessex Ridgeway descending towards Pale Park Pond
Wessex Ridgeway descending towards Pale Park Pond
Pale Park Pond One of a string of artificial lakes in Wardour Park. This one is passed by the Wessex Ridgeway long distance footpath.
Pale Park Pond
One of a string of artificial lakes in Wardour Park. This one is passed by the Wessex Ridgeway long distance footpath.
Wessex Ridgeway heading East towards Old Wardour The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. Wikipedia entry: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wessex_Ridgeway" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wessex_Ridgeway">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>
Wessex Ridgeway heading East towards Old Wardour
The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. Wikipedia entry: LinkExternal link
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Donhead St Andrew is located at Grid Ref: ST9125 (Lat: 51.024313, Lng: -2.118756)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Donhead St Andrew
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