Driffield

Settlement in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Driffield

Stone Stile, Driffield Just NW of the village, Gloucestershire footpath BDD12 looking North. The view SW is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7069629">SU0799 : Stone Stile, Driffield</a>.
Stone Stile, Driffield Credit: Mr Red

Driffield is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the picturesque Cotswolds region, Driffield is known for its idyllic countryside setting and charming rural atmosphere. With a population of around 800 residents, the village offers a peaceful and close-knit community.

The village of Driffield is surrounded by rolling hills, green meadows, and meandering streams, creating a stunning natural landscape. The area is a haven for nature enthusiasts, with numerous walking and cycling trails that showcase the beauty of the Cotswolds. The village itself features a traditional English village aesthetic, with quaint stone cottages, a historic church, and a village green at its center.

Despite its small size, Driffield benefits from a range of amenities and services. The village boasts a local pub, which serves as a social hub for residents and visitors alike. Additionally, Driffield has a village hall that hosts various community events and gatherings throughout the year. The village is also within close proximity to larger towns, such as Cheltenham and Cirencester, where residents can access a wider range of facilities including shops, schools, and healthcare services.

Driffield offers a tranquil and picturesque lifestyle, making it an attractive destination for those seeking a slower pace of life in a quintessentially English village setting. Its natural beauty, community spirit, and convenient location within the Cotswolds make Driffield a desirable place to call home.

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Driffield Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.694761/-1.895609 or Grid Reference SU0799. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stone Stile, Driffield Just NW of the village, Gloucestershire footpath BDD12 looking North. The view SW is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7069629">SU0799 : Stone Stile, Driffield</a>.
Stone Stile, Driffield
Just NW of the village, Gloucestershire footpath BDD12 looking North. The view SW is SU0799 : Stone Stile, Driffield.
Stone Stile, Driffield Just NW of the village, Gloucestershire footpath BDD12 looking SW. The view North is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7069627">SU0799 : Stone Stile, Driffield</a>.
Stone Stile, Driffield
Just NW of the village, Gloucestershire footpath BDD12 looking SW. The view North is SU0799 : Stone Stile, Driffield.
Military vehicles on display at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event The usually annual event at South Cerney airfield returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Military vehicles on display at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
The usually annual event at South Cerney airfield returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Scammell tank transporter at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
Scammell tank transporter at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
Fireless steam loco at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event An Andrew Barclay fireless steam locomotive that spent its working life at Castle Meads Power Station is seen at the event at South Cerney airfield, which returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic. The loco was on display from the Vale of Berkeley Railway.
Fireless steam loco at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
An Andrew Barclay fireless steam locomotive that spent its working life at Castle Meads Power Station is seen at the event at South Cerney airfield, which returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic. The loco was on display from the Vale of Berkeley Railway.
Platinum Jubilee dancers at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
Platinum Jubilee dancers at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
Platinum Jubilee dancers at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event The usually annual event at South Cerney airfield returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here we see a dance to Singing in the Rain, which seemed rather incongruous with the August sunshine!
Platinum Jubilee dancers at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
The usually annual event at South Cerney airfield returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here we see a dance to Singing in the Rain, which seemed rather incongruous with the August sunshine!
Traction engine at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event A Gibbons & Robinson steam traction engine of 1894 is put through its paces in the steam play pen at the event at South Cerney airfield, which returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Traction engine at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
A Gibbons & Robinson steam traction engine of 1894 is put through its paces in the steam play pen at the event at South Cerney airfield, which returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Traction engine at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event Fowler traction engine 'Highland Lass', built 1931, is seen at the event at South Cerney airfield, which returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Traction engine at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
Fowler traction engine 'Highland Lass', built 1931, is seen at the event at South Cerney airfield, which returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Traction engine at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event Burrell traction engine Empress, of 1925, is seen giving rides at the event at South Cerney airfield, which returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Traction engine at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
Burrell traction engine Empress, of 1925, is seen giving rides at the event at South Cerney airfield, which returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Steam-powered sawing demonstration at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event The usually annual event at South Cerney airfield returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Steam-powered sawing demonstration at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
The usually annual event at South Cerney airfield returned in 2022 after a break during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Steam-powered sawing demonstration at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
Steam-powered sawing demonstration at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
Big wheel at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
Big wheel at the Gloucestershire Vintage & Country Extravaganza event
Stone Stile Driffield Along the drive of Hillside, at their rear wall on Gloucestershire footpath BDD11 looking NE. The view from the field is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7270798">SU0799 : Stone Stile Driffield</a>.
Stone Stile Driffield
Along the drive of Hillside, at their rear wall on Gloucestershire footpath BDD11 looking NE. The view from the field is SU0799 : Stone Stile Driffield.
Stone Stile Driffield Along the drive of Hillside, at their rear wall on Gloucestershire footpath BDD11 looking NE. The view from the field is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7270797">SU0799 : Stone Stile Driffield</a>.
Stone Stile Driffield
Along the drive of Hillside, at their rear wall on Gloucestershire footpath BDD11 looking NE. The view from the field is SU0799 : Stone Stile Driffield.
Cirencester Road at The Butts Farm Layby on the original route, with the modern A419 dual carriageway running alongside, hidden behind the trees.
Cirencester Road at The Butts Farm
Layby on the original route, with the modern A419 dual carriageway running alongside, hidden behind the trees.
Minor road to Driffield
Minor road to Driffield
A narrow Gloucestershire lane
A narrow Gloucestershire lane
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Driffield is located at Grid Ref: SU0799 (Lat: 51.694761, Lng: -1.895609)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

What 3 Words

///snowy.songbirds.aviators. Near South Cerney, Gloucestershire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.694761,-1.895609
Driffield
Is In: Gloucestershire, England, UK
Is In Country: United Kingdom
Is In Country Code: GB
Place: village
Lat/Long: 51.6948033/-1.8953679
Bus Stop
Manor Farm
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1657
Naptan Bearing: SW
Naptan CommonName: Manor Farm
Naptan NaptanCode: glogawtg
Naptan Street: Main Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.6948844/-1.8954372
Bus Stop
Manor Farm
Bus: yes
Naptan AtcoCode: 1600GL1658
Naptan Bearing: NE
Naptan CommonName: Manor Farm
Naptan NaptanCode: glogawta
Naptan Street: Main Street
Naptan Verified: no
Public Transport: platform
Source: naptan_import
Lat/Long: 51.6948487/-1.8956543
Defibrillator
Booth: K6
Colour: red
Defibrillator Location: In red phone box, Driffield
Disused Amenity: telephone
Emergency: defibrillator
Indoor: no
Man Made: telephone_box
Old Phone: +44 1285 851203
Lat/Long: 51.6947668/-1.8957599
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