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Fonthill Bishop

Settlement in Wiltshire

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Fonthill Bishop

A303, westbound The A303 is a main trunk road running 92 miles between Basingstoke and Honiton. Along with the A30 and M3 it forms a major route between London and the South West. Much of the road is dual carriageway, but some stretches remain single and prone to congestion. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A303_road" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A303_road">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>
A303, westbound Credit: N Chadwick

Fonthill Bishop is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated approximately 13 miles west of Salisbury, the village is nestled in the scenic Cranborne Chase Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With a population of around 250 residents, Fonthill Bishop offers a peaceful and idyllic countryside setting.

The village is characterized by its picturesque landscape, with rolling hills, meandering streams, and lush green fields surrounding it. Fonthill Bishop is home to a charming 12th-century church, St. Peter's, which adds to the village's historical charm. The church features a traditional English architectural style and is a prominent landmark in the area.

Fonthill Bishop benefits from its proximity to various attractions and amenities. The nearby Fonthill Estate, owned by the Morrison family, boasts a beautiful manor house and stunning landscaped gardens, which are occasionally open to the public. Additionally, the village is within easy reach of the popular Fonthill Lake, a picturesque body of water that offers recreational activities such as fishing and boating.

The community in Fonthill Bishop is close-knit and friendly, with a strong sense of community spirit. The village hosts various events throughout the year, including fairs and fundraisers, bringing residents together. While there are no shops or schools in the village itself, nearby towns provide easy access to essential services and amenities.

In conclusion, Fonthill Bishop is a tranquil village in Wiltshire, offering residents and visitors a peaceful retreat surrounded by stunning natural beauty and a warm community atmosphere.

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A303, westbound The A303 is a main trunk road running 92 miles between Basingstoke and Honiton. Along with the A30 and M3 it forms a major route between London and the South West. Much of the road is dual carriageway, but some stretches remain single and prone to congestion. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A303_road" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A303_road">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>
A303, westbound
The A303 is a main trunk road running 92 miles between Basingstoke and Honiton. Along with the A30 and M3 it forms a major route between London and the South West. Much of the road is dual carriageway, but some stretches remain single and prone to congestion. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
A303, westbound The A303 is a main trunk road running 92 miles between Basingstoke and Honiton. Along with the A30 and M3 it forms a major route between London and the South West. Much of the road is dual carriageway, but some stretches remain single and prone to congestion. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A303_road" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A303_road">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>
A303, westbound
The A303 is a main trunk road running 92 miles between Basingstoke and Honiton. Along with the A30 and M3 it forms a major route between London and the South West. Much of the road is dual carriageway, but some stretches remain single and prone to congestion. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Hydropower sign board at Fonthill, Wiltshire This signboard erected by the Fonthill estate describes the history of water power in this part of the estate - primarily for the woollen industry - and how the estate is harnessing the outflow of the lake to generate electricity today.
Hydropower sign board at Fonthill, Wiltshire
This signboard erected by the Fonthill estate describes the history of water power in this part of the estate - primarily for the woollen industry - and how the estate is harnessing the outflow of the lake to generate electricity today.
Sulphur Tuft fungi A group of sulphur tuft fungi growing amongst beech trees close to the shoreline of the lake at Fonthill, Wiltshire.
Sulphur Tuft fungi
A group of sulphur tuft fungi growing amongst beech trees close to the shoreline of the lake at Fonthill, Wiltshire.
Woodland on the lakeside at Fonthill, Wiltshire Autumnal colours dominate the woodland on the edge of the lake at Fonthill, Wiltshire.
Woodland on the lakeside at Fonthill, Wiltshire
Autumnal colours dominate the woodland on the edge of the lake at Fonthill, Wiltshire.
Fonthill Estate, Wiltshire Looking north across parkland to Fonthill House and Little Ridge Wood behind.
Fonthill Estate, Wiltshire
Looking north across parkland to Fonthill House and Little Ridge Wood behind.
Driveway to Fonthill House, Wiltshire Bounded on one side by Little Ridge Wood, and parkland on the other, this photograph shows the driveway from Ridge to Fonthill House, Wiltshire. The trees are showing their autumnal colours, emphasised by the low afternoon sunlight.
Driveway to Fonthill House, Wiltshire
Bounded on one side by Little Ridge Wood, and parkland on the other, this photograph shows the driveway from Ridge to Fonthill House, Wiltshire. The trees are showing their autumnal colours, emphasised by the low afternoon sunlight.
Fonthill Down
Fonthill Down
Junction to Fonthill Bishop, A303 The A303 is a main trunk road running 92 miles between Basingstoke and Honiton. Along with the A30 and M3 it forms a major route between London and the South West. Much of the road is dual carriageway, but some stretches remain single and prone to congestion. Wikipedia: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A303_road" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A303_road">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>
Junction to Fonthill Bishop, A303
The A303 is a main trunk road running 92 miles between Basingstoke and Honiton. Along with the A30 and M3 it forms a major route between London and the South West. Much of the road is dual carriageway, but some stretches remain single and prone to congestion. Wikipedia: LinkExternal link
Road off the A303
Road off the A303
Farmland by the A303
Farmland by the A303
Track to Bake Barn
Track to Bake Barn
Road kill, road to Fonthill Bishop March madness over, this hare has had it, in a strangely unsquashed way.
Road kill, road to Fonthill Bishop
March madness over, this hare has had it, in a strangely unsquashed way.
Fonthill Bishop church All Saints is a grade I listed building, 13th, 14th and 15th centuries.
Fonthill Bishop church
All Saints is a grade I listed building, 13th, 14th and 15th centuries.
Archway, Fonthill Park A grade I listed building, about 1756. Inhabited on each side. The road is public.
Archway, Fonthill Park
A grade I listed building, about 1756. Inhabited on each side. The road is public.
Barn, Fonthill Gifford On Stop Street.
Barn, Fonthill Gifford
On Stop Street.
Stops Hill The notice is advertising that Old Fonthill Abbey grounds are open on two days later in the spring. It is rather hopeful to expect the passing motorist to absorb that without stopping.
Stops Hill
The notice is advertising that Old Fonthill Abbey grounds are open on two days later in the spring. It is rather hopeful to expect the passing motorist to absorb that without stopping.
Estate cottages, Fonthill Bishop Looking like a rambling house of great age, in fact these are cottages built in 1864. Grade II listed.
Estate cottages, Fonthill Bishop
Looking like a rambling house of great age, in fact these are cottages built in 1864. Grade II listed.
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Fonthill Bishop is located at Grid Ref: ST9332 (Lat: 51.09606, Lng: -2.092378)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Located within 500m of 51.09606,-2.092378
Fonthill Bishop
Is In: Wiltshire, England, UK
Place: village
Lat/Long: 51.0949803/-2.0954327
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Barrier: stile
Lat/Long: 51.0963626/-2.0979827
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Cafe
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Lat/Long: 51.0954443/-2.0948534
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Post Office
Fonthill Bishop Post Office
Addr Postcode: SP3 5SF
Branch: Fonthill Bishop
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Check Date: 2020-02-20
Contact Website: https://www.postoffice.co.uk/branch-finder/2275422/fonthill-bishop
Disused Amenity: post_office
Ref Pol Id: 8669
Lat/Long: 51.095666/-2.094698
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