Elton

Settlement in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Elton

Barn in Home Farm, Flaxley This barn, possibly a former tithe barn, is now unused, although the field surrounding it is now used for cattle.
Barn in Home Farm, Flaxley Credit: Pebble

Elton is a picturesque village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated on the western edge of the Cotswolds, it is surrounded by rolling hills and offers stunning views of the countryside. Elton is part of the Tewkesbury borough and falls within the administrative district of Winchcombe.

With a population of around 500 residents, Elton is a small and close-knit community. The village is known for its charming and well-preserved traditional Cotswold stone houses, giving it a quintessentially English feel. The historic St. Mary's Church, dating back to the 13th century, is a notable landmark.

Elton is an ideal destination for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a peaceful retreat. The village is surrounded by lush green fields, meadows, and woodlands, providing ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and exploring the countryside. The nearby Cotswold Way, a long-distance footpath, passes close to Elton, offering scenic walks with panoramic views.

Despite its rural setting, Elton benefits from good transport links. The village is conveniently located near the A46 road, providing easy access to neighboring towns and cities. The larger towns of Cheltenham and Tewkesbury are within a short drive, offering a range of amenities such as shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities.

Overall, Elton, Gloucestershire, encapsulates the charm and beauty of the Cotswolds. Its idyllic location, historic buildings, and peaceful atmosphere make it a desirable place to live or visit for those seeking a tranquil escape in the heart of the English countryside.

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Elton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.824122/-2.437869 or Grid Reference SO6914. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barn in Home Farm, Flaxley This barn, possibly a former tithe barn, is now unused, although the field surrounding it is now used for cattle.
Barn in Home Farm, Flaxley
This barn, possibly a former tithe barn, is now unused, although the field surrounding it is now used for cattle.
White Park cattle The White Park cattle of Home Farm, Flaxley, with a possible former tithe barn in the background.
White Park cattle
The White Park cattle of Home Farm, Flaxley, with a possible former tithe barn in the background.
Yard in Home Farm, Flaxley Yard and barns used for storage.
Yard in Home Farm, Flaxley
Yard and barns used for storage.
Vineyard in Home Farm, Flaxley The most southerly of 3 vineyards owned by Kingsthorne on Home Farm. This vineyard contains Chardonnay only.
Vineyard in Home Farm, Flaxley
The most southerly of 3 vineyards owned by Kingsthorne on Home Farm. This vineyard contains Chardonnay only.
Old Boundary Stone, Littledean "Royal Forest of Dean boundary". In the parish of East Dean, at the slip road leading to Camp Farm, between Littledean and Elton. In a retaining wall. Interestingly, 12.5 metres due South of this stone, in 1877, a hemispherical parcel of land was an exclave of Westbury on Severn, bisecting a farm building.

Inscription: D.F / 1832 / Nᴼ. 202

Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFLITT202em
Old Boundary Stone, Littledean
"Royal Forest of Dean boundary". In the parish of East Dean, at the slip road leading to Camp Farm, between Littledean and Elton. In a retaining wall. Interestingly, 12.5 metres due South of this stone, in 1877, a hemispherical parcel of land was an exclave of Westbury on Severn, bisecting a farm building. Inscription: D.F / 1832 / Nᴼ. 202 Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFLITT202em
Old Milestone opposite Cherry Tree Farm, Carved stone post by the A4151, in parish of WESTBURY ON SEVERN (FOREST OF DEAN District),
behind railings, on the North side of road. The carved Benchmark  represents 47.3 m ASL.
EC stone, erected by the Forest of Dean turnpike trust in the 19ᵗʰ century.
An earlier image is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6049831">SO6814 : Old Milestone by the A4151, Cherry Tree Farm, Westbury on Severn parish</a>.

Inscription reads: COLEFORD / 8 / GLOSTER / 11 / LONDON / (??)

Milestone Society National ID: GL_ELCO02
Old Milestone opposite Cherry Tree Farm,
Carved stone post by the A4151, in parish of WESTBURY ON SEVERN (FOREST OF DEAN District), behind railings, on the North side of road. The carved Benchmark represents 47.3 m ASL. EC stone, erected by the Forest of Dean turnpike trust in the 19ᵗʰ century. An earlier image is SO6814 : Old Milestone by the A4151, Cherry Tree Farm, Westbury on Severn parish. Inscription reads: COLEFORD / 8 / GLOSTER / 11 / LONDON / (??) Milestone Society National ID: GL_ELCO02
Old Boundary Stone, Flaxley In a field South of Hangman's Hill and SE of Flaxley church. It marks the boundary of the "Forest of Dean".

Inscription: D. F / 1832 / Nᴼ. 195

Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFLIBL195em
Old Boundary Stone, Flaxley
In a field South of Hangman's Hill and SE of Flaxley church. It marks the boundary of the "Forest of Dean". Inscription: D. F / 1832 / Nᴼ. 195 Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFLIBL195em
Old Boundary Stone, In a field North of the A4151, just beyond the dead end of a Public Right of Way.
It marks the boundary of the "Forest of Dean", and is on the boundary of East Dean and Littledean (1950 parishes).

Inscription: D. F / 1832 / Nᴼ. 203

Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFLITT203em
Old Boundary Stone,
In a field North of the A4151, just beyond the dead end of a Public Right of Way. It marks the boundary of the "Forest of Dean", and is on the boundary of East Dean and Littledean (1950 parishes). Inscription: D. F / 1832 / Nᴼ. 203 Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFLITT203em
Boundary Stone, A4151 Elton Opposite New Road, on the verge set back from the highway. The inscription is of 1832 but the typeface is not Victorian.
It may be that a replacement stone was installed after road widening and bend easing (deduced comparing old maps).
It marks the boundary of the "Forest of Dean", and is on the boundary of East Dean and Westbury on Severn (1950 parishes).

Inscription: D. F / 1832 / Nᴼ. 201

Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFLIWS201em
Boundary Stone, A4151 Elton
Opposite New Road, on the verge set back from the highway. The inscription is of 1832 but the typeface is not Victorian. It may be that a replacement stone was installed after road widening and bend easing (deduced comparing old maps). It marks the boundary of the "Forest of Dean", and is on the boundary of East Dean and Westbury on Severn (1950 parishes). Inscription: D. F / 1832 / Nᴼ. 201 Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFLIWS201em
Old Boundary Stone, Blakemore Hale On the SE side of a track belonging to Blakemore's Hale. It marks the boundary of the "Forest of Dean", and is on the boundary of East Dean and Westbury on Severn (1950 parishes).

Inscription: D. F / 1832 / Nᴼ. 200

Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFLIWS200em
Old Boundary Stone, Blakemore Hale
On the SE side of a track belonging to Blakemore's Hale. It marks the boundary of the "Forest of Dean", and is on the boundary of East Dean and Westbury on Severn (1950 parishes). Inscription: D. F / 1832 / Nᴼ. 200 Milestone Society National ID: GL_DFLIWS200em
Elton Farm The side entrance to this private leisure activity centre.
Elton Farm
The side entrance to this private leisure activity centre.
The White Hart, Broadoak
The White Hart, Broadoak
View across River Severn to Broadoak near Newnham
View across River Severn to Broadoak near Newnham
Pasture land at Broughton's The house, off Flaxley Lane, can be seen over to the left.
Pasture land at Broughton's
The house, off Flaxley Lane, can be seen over to the left.
Pastoral scene Alongside Flaxley Lane, with a view to Pope's Hill.
Pastoral scene
Alongside Flaxley Lane, with a view to Pope's Hill.
Dutch  Water  Garden  at  Westbury Court  Gardens Originally laid out 1696 to 1715 and has survived virtually untouched for 300 years, restored by the National Trust.
Dutch Water Garden at Westbury Court Gardens
Originally laid out 1696 to 1715 and has survived virtually untouched for 300 years, restored by the National Trust.
Elton  Corner  on  a  wet  day To the left the A48 toward Broadoak coming in from the right the A4151 Elton Road, from the filling station.
Elton Corner on a wet day
To the left the A48 toward Broadoak coming in from the right the A4151 Elton Road, from the filling station.
A48  toward  Westbury  on  Severn From the filling station at Elton Corner. With over 200 miles of wet driving ahead.
A48 toward Westbury on Severn
From the filling station at Elton Corner. With over 200 miles of wet driving ahead.
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Elton is located at Grid Ref: SO6914 (Lat: 51.824122, Lng: -2.437869)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Bus Stop
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Elton
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Cowle's Farm
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Fuel
Texaco
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Car Wash
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Parcel Locker
Amazon Hub Locker
Brand: Amazon Hub
Brand Wikidata: Q16974764
Check Date: 2023-03-13
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