Ashington

Settlement in Dorset

England

Ashington

Netherwood Mead towards the River Stour Credit: James Emmans

Ashington is a small village located in the county of Dorset, in the south-west of England. Situated approximately 5 miles southeast of the town of Sherborne, Ashington is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering a tranquil and idyllic setting for its residents.

The village is characterized by its charming thatched-roof cottages, quaint traditional pubs, and a close-knit community atmosphere. It boasts a population of around 1,000 residents, giving it a peaceful and friendly ambiance.

Ashington is well-connected to nearby towns and cities, with good transport links including regular bus services and easy access to major road networks. The village is close to the A352 road, which provides convenient routes to destinations such as Dorchester and Yeovil.

Despite its small size, Ashington offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a primary school, a local convenience store, a post office, and a village hall. The community also benefits from a lively social scene, with regular events and activities organized by various local clubs and groups.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it an ideal location for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. There are numerous walking and cycling routes in the area, allowing residents to enjoy the stunning scenery and explore the nearby Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Overall, Ashington is a charming and peaceful village that offers a close-knit community, convenient amenities, and easy access to the natural beauty of Dorset.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.78359/-2.000019 or Grid Reference SZ0098. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Netherwood Mead towards the River Stour

James Emmans

Wimborne Minster: ...but not close enough

Pictured about 10 minutes after kick-off of the World Cup semi-final between England and Croatia, which England would lose 2-1 after extra time. Three Lions Close is a modern development of infill housing around the back of the pub on the corner of West Street and Victoria Road, currently called the Minster Arms. The name has nothing to do with the England football team: the pub was previously known as the Pudding and Pye, before that the Pye Corner (the name of the junction), and originally the Three Lions, hence the name of the close. See SU0000 : Wimborne, The Pudding and Pye for the pub in its Pudding & Pye guise (in 2012), and SU0000 : Pye Corner when it was the Pye Corner (2007).

Chris Downer

The Albion Inn, 19 High Street, Wimborne Minster

Grade II Listed 18th century inn. A plaque on the wall reads 'THE ALBION INN Town's oldest surviving licensed house. Formerly THE NEW INN, a 17th century coaching halt. In 1834 the Tolpuddle Martyrs stopped here en route to transportation to Australia as convicts.' It has housed the magistrates’ court, a school house and reputedly was once a place of refreshment for King George III as he travelled to Weymouth. The 1777 refers to the establishment of Hall and Woodhouse Brewery. Searching my directories produces a confused picture. In 1842-1844 we have Edward White Bowles (& posting house), New Inn, High Street. In the 1850s two New Inns are listed, interestingly under 'Taverns & Public Houses' not 'Inns'. One is at 'Hill butts' that I'm ignoring but otherwise; 1851 Winter Lamiman, New Inn, Stocks; 1852 not listed with just the 'Bell' and 'Greyhound' in High Street; 1855 C Bagg, New Inn, Holt. By 1859 it is listed again in High Street and by 1889 as the Albion; 1859 Henry Braine, New Inn; 1889 Tom Coombs, Albion; 1895 Albion no victualler given; 1911-1915 Mrs A M Meek, Albion. Was the New Inn, apparently in a location named 'Holt' or 'Stocks', another pub and this one closed? I can't locate a Holt or Stocks on the Wimborne maps I have access to.

Jo and Steve Turner

The Green Man, Wimborne Minster

David Smith

WW2 Air Raid Shelter - Pye Corner Car Park Wimborne (1)

- Civil Air Raid Shelter EDoB ID e48062 The only extant shelter I know of in the town, it's a standard civilian surface shelter. SU0000 : WW2 Air Raid Shelter - Pye Corner Car Park Wimborne (2)

Mike Searle