Foxham

Settlement in Wiltshire

England

Foxham

From a Swindon-Bristol train, fields near Paradise Farm
From a Swindon-Bristol train, fields near Paradise Farm Credit: Nigel Thompson

Foxham is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated just four miles southwest of the town of Lyneham, it is nestled amidst the picturesque countryside of the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. With a population of around 400 residents, Foxham offers a tranquil and rural setting for its inhabitants.

The village is characterized by its charming and quintessentially English architecture, with a mixture of traditional stone cottages and more modern houses. The centerpiece of Foxham is its 13th-century parish church, St. John the Baptist, which showcases stunning medieval architecture and attracts visitors interested in historical and religious landmarks.

Surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, Foxham is an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. The village is crisscrossed by numerous footpaths and bridleways, providing opportunities for scenic walks, cycling, and horse riding. Nearby, the River Avon offers fishing and boating activities for those seeking a water-based adventure.

Although Foxham is a quiet village, it benefits from its close proximity to larger towns and cities. The town of Calne is just a short drive away and provides residents with a range of amenities, including shops, supermarkets, schools, and healthcare facilities. Additionally, the transport links from Foxham are convenient, with the nearby M4 motorway providing easy access to Bristol, Bath, and London.

Overall, Foxham offers a peaceful and idyllic countryside lifestyle, making it an attractive place for those wishing to escape the hustle and bustle of city living while still enjoying easy access to urban amenities.

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Foxham Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.494768/-2.034252 or Grid Reference ST9777. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

From a Swindon-Bristol train, fields near Paradise Farm
From a Swindon-Bristol train, fields near Paradise Farm
From a Swindon-Bristol train, fields near Friday Street Farm
From a Swindon-Bristol train, fields near Friday Street Farm
Christian Malford railway station (site), Wiltshire Opened in 1926 by the Great Western Railway on the line from Swindon to Chippenham, this halt closed in 1965.
View north east from a passing train towards Dauntsey and Swindon. No trace apparently remains of the two parallel timber platforms, one of which was located where the stanchion now is, to the left of this image.
Christian Malford railway station (site), Wiltshire
Opened in 1926 by the Great Western Railway on the line from Swindon to Chippenham, this halt closed in 1965. View north east from a passing train towards Dauntsey and Swindon. No trace apparently remains of the two parallel timber platforms, one of which was located where the stanchion now is, to the left of this image.
From a Swindon-Bristol train, lineside trees near Foxham The line here passes a mixture of fields and woodland.
From a Swindon-Bristol train, lineside trees near Foxham
The line here passes a mixture of fields and woodland.
From a Swindon-Bristol train, ruin near Christian Farm
From a Swindon-Bristol train, ruin near Christian Farm
2011 : Old barn near Chestermans Farm On the road out of East Tytherton toward Charlcutt.
2011 : Old barn near Chestermans Farm
On the road out of East Tytherton toward Charlcutt.
2011 : Cyclist heading south on Hare Street Past Hare Street Farm.
2011 : Cyclist heading south on Hare Street
Past Hare Street Farm.
2011 : Chapel and cottages, Foxham At the eastern end of Foxham Common.
2011 : Chapel and cottages, Foxham
At the eastern end of Foxham Common.
2011 : Horses and riders approaching Wood Farm "I say, I say, my horse has no nose."
"Your horse has no nose! How does he smell?"
"Terrible."

Old music hall joke, revised.
2011 : Horses and riders approaching Wood Farm
"I say, I say, my horse has no nose." "Your horse has no nose! How does he smell?" "Terrible." Old music hall joke, revised.
2011 : Thornend, on the back road to Foxham The alternative route from Christian Malford.
A closer look at the cottage in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/310233">ST9778 : Thornend cottage</a>
2011 : Thornend, on the back road to Foxham
The alternative route from Christian Malford. A closer look at the cottage in ST9778 : Thornend cottage
2011 : Field near Chestermans Farm Looking east of north toward Foxham.
2011 : Field near Chestermans Farm
Looking east of north toward Foxham.
2011 : Minor road heading east from Chestermans Farm Toward Charlcutt Hill.
2011 : Minor road heading east from Chestermans Farm
Toward Charlcutt Hill.
2011 : Private car heading north on Hare Street Toward Foxham and/or Christian Malford.
Teal Farm is almost in sight.
Dandelions and blackthorn dominate.
2011 : Private car heading north on Hare Street
Toward Foxham and/or Christian Malford. Teal Farm is almost in sight. Dandelions and blackthorn dominate.
2011 : South east from Hare Street Toward Charlcutt Hill.
2011 : South east from Hare Street
Toward Charlcutt Hill.
2011 : Cattle pasture west of Hare Street The light is angled to show evidence of medieval strip farming, the end of which was brought about at least partly by the black death from 1350 onward.
2011 : Cattle pasture west of Hare Street
The light is angled to show evidence of medieval strip farming, the end of which was brought about at least partly by the black death from 1350 onward.
2011 : Lock Farm, near Foxham Near the bottom of Foxham Locks on the Wilts & Berks Canal. The farmer here has cheerfully endured considerable disturbance over the past 10 years (at least) caused by restoration of these locks by the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust.
2011 : Lock Farm, near Foxham
Near the bottom of Foxham Locks on the Wilts & Berks Canal. The farmer here has cheerfully endured considerable disturbance over the past 10 years (at least) caused by restoration of these locks by the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust.
2011 : Cyclist on Foxham Common Heading west toward the village.
Glad to say he was not exceeding the speed limit.
2011 : Cyclist on Foxham Common
Heading west toward the village. Glad to say he was not exceeding the speed limit.
2011 : The Wilts & Berks Canal is in there somewhere Crossing the minor road between Lock Farm and Cadenham Manor, restoration has yet to arrive though it is proceeding apace at Foxham Locks less than half a mile north.
2011 : The Wilts & Berks Canal is in there somewhere
Crossing the minor road between Lock Farm and Cadenham Manor, restoration has yet to arrive though it is proceeding apace at Foxham Locks less than half a mile north.
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Foxham is located at Grid Ref: ST9777 (Lat: 51.494768, Lng: -2.034252)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.494768,-2.034252
Lock: yes
Lat/Long: 51.4954261/-2.0280526
Pub
Foxham Inn
Lat/Long: 51.4942323/-2.0356717
Foxham
Is In: Wiltshire, England, UK
Place: village
Wikidata: Q5477174
Lat/Long: 51.4930992/-2.0362174
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Disused Amenity: telephone
Man Made: telephone_box
Lat/Long: 51.4944065/-2.0358237
Post Box
Post Box Type: pillar
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
Lat/Long: 51.4944177/-2.0358358
Bench
Lat/Long: 51.494436/-2.0358443
Post Office
Foxham Post Office
Addr City: Chippenham
Addr Housename: The Reading Room, Foxham Village Hall
Addr Postcode: SN15 4NH
Addr Suburb: Foxham
Brand: Post Office
Brand Wikidata: Q1783168
Opening Hours: Th 09:00-12:00
Ref Pol Id: 96555
Lat/Long: 51.4948908/-2.0301761
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