Burton, East

Settlement in Dorset

England

Burton, East

Wool Station Railway station at Wool. — Wool Station Credit: Wayland Smith

Burton, East, Dorset is a small village located in the East Dorset district of the county of Dorset, England. Situated approximately 8 miles northwest of the town of Christchurch, Burton is nestled within the picturesque rural countryside and is surrounded by open fields and farmland.

The village itself is known for its quaint and traditional charm, with many of its buildings dating back several centuries. It has a population of around 500 people and is a close-knit community where residents often engage in various village activities and events.

One of the notable features of Burton is its beautiful parish church, St. Luke's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is renowned for its stunning architecture, including a Norman doorway and a medieval font.

The village also boasts a primary school, Burton CE Primary School, which provides education for children aged 4 to 11. The school is highly regarded for its academic standards and nurturing environment.

Burton is surrounded by scenic countryside, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. There are several walking and cycling routes in the area, allowing visitors to explore the natural beauty of the Dorset landscape.

Overall, Burton, East, Dorset offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for those seeking a tranquil village experience. Its rich history, community spirit, and picturesque surroundings make it a charming place to visit or reside.

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Wool Station

Railway station at Wool.

Wayland Smith

Woolbridge Manor [1]

On the north bank of the River Frome, adjacent to Wool Bridge, stands Woolbridge Manor House and a cluster of farming outbuildings. The house was built in the 12th century and restored in the 17th century. One of the barns was a Saxon chapel, and later the manor was part of the monastery of Bindon Abbey. The house, some cottages and most of the outbuildings are listed. The detached early 17th century manor house was a restoration of a 12th century building with a wing added circa 1660. The main front is of brick with stone quoins and details, the other walls are of rubble stone, all under a tile roof with lower courses of stone slates. The interior has been greatly altered, but two wall paintings survive. The house features in Thomas Hardy's book, 'Tess of the Durbervilles'. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Woolbridge Manor [2]

On the north bank of the River Frome, adjacent to Wool Bridge, stands Woolbridge Manor House and a cluster of farming outbuildings. The house was built in the 12th century and restored in the 17th century. One of the barns was a Saxon chapel, and later the manor was part of the monastery of Bindon Abbey. The house, some cottages and most of the outbuildings are listed. Chapel Barn contains some herringbone stone work, fragments of a Saxon chapel, and in common with many other chapels was built near a bridge to further the interests of an ancient monastery. Walls mainly of rubble stone, partly rebuilt in brick under a tiled roof with stone eaves courses. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Woolbridge Manor [3]

Woolbridge Manor [4]

Woolbridge Manor [5]

Woolbridge Manor [6]

On the north bank of the River Frome, adjacent to Wool Bridge, stands Woolbridge Manor House and a cluster of farming outbuildings. The house was built in the 12th century and restored in the 17th century. One of the barns was a Saxon chapel, and later the manor was part of the monastery of Bindon Abbey. The house, some cottages and most of the outbuildings are listed. Known as Harry's Cottages, this pair of cottages, adjacent to the manor house, were probably built in the 18th century. Constructed of a mixture of rubble stone, brick and plastered cob under thatch roofs. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Wool Bridge [1]

A bridge over the River Frome is recorded at this point in 1343, but the current Wool Bridge is probably 16th century. Repairs are documented in 1607, 1688, 1742 and 1806. An additional flood arch, was built in, probably, the late 19th century. During the Second World War, the bridge was widened and the parapets removed to allow tanks from nearby Bovingdon Camp to cross. The parapets were later rebuilt using the same stone. The bridge is now only passable to horse riders, cyclists and pedestrians. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Wool Bridge [2]

Michael Dibb

Wool Bridge [3]

A plaque on the bridge. A bridge over the River Frome is recorded at this point in 1343, but the current Wool Bridge is probably 16th century. Repairs are documented in 1607, 1688, 1742 and 1806. An additional flood arch, was built in, probably, the late 19th century. During the Second World War, the bridge was widened and the parapets removed to allow tanks from nearby Bovingdon Camp to cross. The parapets were later rebuilt using the same stone. The bridge is now only passable to horse riders, cyclists and pedestrians. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Wool Bridge [4]

The River Frome, looking downstream from the bridge. A bridge over the River Frome is recorded at this point in 1343, but the current Wool Bridge is probably 16th century. Repairs are documented in 1607, 1688, 1742 and 1806. An additional flood arch, was built in, probably, the late 19th century. During the Second World War, the bridge was widened and the parapets removed to allow tanks from nearby Bovingdon Camp to cross. The parapets were later rebuilt using the same stone. The bridge is now only passable to horse riders, cyclists and pedestrians. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Wool Bridge [5]

The River Frome, looking upstream from the bridge. A bridge over the River Frome is recorded at this point in 1343, but the current Wool Bridge is probably 16th century. Repairs are documented in 1607, 1688, 1742 and 1806. An additional flood arch, was built in, probably, the late 19th century. During the Second World War, the bridge was widened and the parapets removed to allow tanks from nearby Bovingdon Camp to cross. The parapets were later rebuilt using the same stone. The bridge is now only passable to horse riders, cyclists and pedestrians. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Wool Buildings [1]

The Roman Catholic church of St Joseph, The Square, was built between 1969 and 1971. Constructed with a space-frame roof of aluminium and of exposed brickwork, a mineral render and vertical glazing. Listed, grade II*, with details at: Link

Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.

Michael Dibb

Wool features [1]

Wool railway station is on the South Western main line. The station was opened in 1847 by the Southampton and Dorchester Railway. Here the 13:45 service to London, Waterloo is taking on passengers. Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.

Michael Dibb

Wool features [2]

Wool railway station is on the South Western main line. The station was opened in 1847 by the Southampton and Dorchester Railway. Here the 13:45 service to London, Waterloo has just departed. Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.

Michael Dibb

Wool features [3]

Seen from the platform of Wool railway station are the lines towards Dorchester. The level crossing carries the A352 road over the lines. Wool railway station is on the South Western main line. The station was opened in 1847 by the Southampton and Dorchester Railway. Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.

Michael Dibb

Wool houses [1]

Cowslip Cottage, Station Road, was probably built in the 18th century. Constructed of stuccoed rubble stone under a thatch roof. There is a later rear extension. At one time the cottage and the adjoining weatherboarded building operated as tearooms and later as a restaurant. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Wool Buildings [2]

Wool Methodist church, Station Road, was built in 1893. Constructed of red brick with ashlar dressings under a slate roof. Wool is a large village in Dorset, midway between Dorchester and Poole, both about 10 miles distant. Set on the south bank of the River Frome, the village includes Bovington Camp army base to the north. The place-name 'Wool' is first recorded in Anglo-Saxon Writs in the first years of the 11th century. The ruins of Bindon Abbey are nearby, demolished in 1539, the stone was used to build castles in Portland, Lulworth and Sandsfoot.

Michael Dibb

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Burton, East is located at Grid Ref: SY8386 (Lat: 50.680331, Lng: -2.2403773)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset