Furley

Settlement in Devon East Devon

England

Furley

St John the Baptist, Membury, Devon
St John the Baptist, Membury, Devon Credit: Ray Jennings

Furley is a small village located in the county of Devon, in the southwestern part of England. Situated amidst the rolling hills and picturesque countryside, Furley offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for its residents and visitors alike.

The village is known for its charming and traditional architecture, with many of its buildings dating back several centuries. The local church, St. Mary's, is a prominent landmark, showcasing beautiful gothic-style architecture and serving as a focal point for community events.

Despite its small size, Furley offers a range of amenities and services to cater to its residents' needs. The village boasts a local pub, The Furley Arms, which is a popular gathering spot for locals and tourists alike, offering a friendly atmosphere and traditional British cuisine.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in the surrounding area, as Furley is surrounded by lush green fields, meandering rivers, and scenic walking trails. The nearby Dartmoor National Park provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling, and horseback riding, allowing residents to connect with nature and enjoy the stunning landscapes.

Furley has a close-knit community that takes pride in its local events and traditions. Annual village fairs and festivals, such as the Furley Summer Fair and the Harvest Festival, bring the community together and celebrate the village's heritage.

With its peaceful ambiance, beautiful surroundings, and strong sense of community, Furley is an enchanting village that offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, making it a hidden gem in the heart of Devon.

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Furley Images

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St John the Baptist, Membury, Devon
St John the Baptist, Membury, Devon
St John the Baptist, Membury, Devon
St John the Baptist, Membury, Devon
Membury - Church of John the Baptist The Parish Church of St John Baptist in Membury, Devon. Ref:P6060239ro.
Membury - Church of John the Baptist
The Parish Church of St John Baptist in Membury, Devon. Ref:P6060239ro.
Membury - Church of John the Baptist The Parish Church of St John Baptist in Membury, Devon. Ref:P6060242a.
Membury - Church of John the Baptist
The Parish Church of St John Baptist in Membury, Devon. Ref:P6060242a.
Membury: approaching Case Bridge Case Bridge, out of shot, is a crossing of the river Yarty. Ahead the lane leads to Membury village. Looking north west
Membury: approaching Case Bridge
Case Bridge, out of shot, is a crossing of the river Yarty. Ahead the lane leads to Membury village. Looking north west
Membury: nearing Waterhouse Farm On the public footpath from Case Bridge. Looking south-south-east. The farmhouse dates from the 16th century, according to W G Hoskins [W G Hoskins, Devon, Devon Books, 1992]
Membury: nearing Waterhouse Farm
On the public footpath from Case Bridge. Looking south-south-east. The farmhouse dates from the 16th century, according to W G Hoskins [W G Hoskins, Devon, Devon Books, 1992]
Membury: Yarty Farm In the Yarty valley, looking north west. Seen from the footpath from Beckford Bridge
Membury: Yarty Farm
In the Yarty valley, looking north west. Seen from the footpath from Beckford Bridge
Stockland: Cuckford Farm By the lane from Kilmington to Stockland. Looking north-north-east
Stockland: Cuckford Farm
By the lane from Kilmington to Stockland. Looking north-north-east
Membury: towards Furley By the lane from Furley Cross. View towards Furley hamlet, which stands in a side valley of the Yarty, above Membury Court
Membury: towards Furley
By the lane from Furley Cross. View towards Furley hamlet, which stands in a side valley of the Yarty, above Membury Court
Membury: by Challenger Farm Looking west-south-west on the lane to Furley Cross
Membury: by Challenger Farm
Looking west-south-west on the lane to Furley Cross
Chardstock: The Half Moon The road from Membury to Chard is here known as the Half Moon. It is thought by some that the name derives from a now vanished stone setting or circle. Looking north east
Chardstock: The Half Moon
The road from Membury to Chard is here known as the Half Moon. It is thought by some that the name derives from a now vanished stone setting or circle. Looking north east
Membury: former inn at Long Bridge Now a private house, this was formerly the Longbridge Inn and the sign still stands across the road. It was listed as a pub by CAMRA in 1993 when it featured a restaurant and two skittle alleys. There are now two bridges nearby: one over the Yarty and a second over another watercourse, possibly an old leat or tail race or flood channel
Membury: former inn at Long Bridge
Now a private house, this was formerly the Longbridge Inn and the sign still stands across the road. It was listed as a pub by CAMRA in 1993 when it featured a restaurant and two skittle alleys. There are now two bridges nearby: one over the Yarty and a second over another watercourse, possibly an old leat or tail race or flood channel
Membury: sign on Long Bridge Membury is now a Devon parish but was clearly in Dorset during the reign of George IV. The cast-iron sign on the crossing of the Yarty has survived from that period. Looking north
Membury: sign on Long Bridge
Membury is now a Devon parish but was clearly in Dorset during the reign of George IV. The cast-iron sign on the crossing of the Yarty has survived from that period. Looking north
Membury: Sixpenny Moon Cottage with plants for sale. Looking east-north-east
Membury: Sixpenny Moon
Cottage with plants for sale. Looking east-north-east
Membury: church dedicated to St John the Baptist The churchyard has been cut out of a steep hillside; raised at the eastern end. Most of the church is fifteenth century, but the chancel is earlier. Looking south west
Membury: church dedicated to St John the Baptist
The churchyard has been cut out of a steep hillside; raised at the eastern end. Most of the church is fifteenth century, but the chancel is earlier. Looking south west
Membury: footpath to Membury Castle Membury Castle is a late iron age fort which was defended by a single rampart and steep slopes on its western side. It stands above and to the east of the Yarty valley and W G Hoskins attributes it to the Dumnonii tribe as part of a system of defences against the Dorset-based Durotriges. The village is named after the fort: Membury = ‘stone fort’
Membury: footpath to Membury Castle
Membury Castle is a late iron age fort which was defended by a single rampart and steep slopes on its western side. It stands above and to the east of the Yarty valley and W G Hoskins attributes it to the Dumnonii tribe as part of a system of defences against the Dorset-based Durotriges. The village is named after the fort: Membury = ‘stone fort’
Membury: the Yarty valley Looking west across the valley, a little south of Stockland village
Membury: the Yarty valley
Looking west across the valley, a little south of Stockland village
Membury: the Yarty valley Looking south west in the direction of Beacon Hill
Membury: the Yarty valley
Looking south west in the direction of Beacon Hill
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Furley is located at Grid Ref: ST2604 (Lat: 50.834441, Lng: -3.038753)

Administrative County: Devon

District: East Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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