Avening

Settlement in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Avening

House in the village of Cherington This house may have been a school house as it is adjacent to a building which looks to have been the village school. — House in the village of Cherington Credit: Philip Halling

Avening is a picturesque village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Avening is surrounded by rolling hills, lush green fields, and charming countryside. The village is nestled in a valley, offering stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere.

With a population of around 900 residents, Avening has a close-knit community that prides itself on its friendly and welcoming nature. The village is known for its historic architecture, including beautiful stone cottages and traditional buildings, which give it a timeless charm.

The heart of Avening is its village square, where you can find a range of amenities such as a post office, a village store, and a pub. The village also boasts a primary school, a church, and a village hall, which serve as important hubs for local activities and events.

Nature lovers will find plenty to explore in and around Avening. The village is surrounded by picturesque walking trails, offering opportunities to discover the stunning Cotswolds countryside. Additionally, the nearby Westonbirt Arboretum is a popular attraction, famous for its collection of rare and exotic trees.

Avening is conveniently located just a short drive away from larger towns and cities, including Stroud and Tetbury. This allows residents to easily access a wider range of amenities, shopping opportunities, and transportation links.

In summary, Avening is a charming village in Gloucestershire, offering a peaceful and idyllic setting amidst the scenic Cotswolds landscape. Its strong sense of community and natural beauty make it a desirable place to live or visit.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.680084/-2.168989 or Grid Reference ST8897. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

House in the village of Cherington

This house may have been a school house as it is adjacent to a building which looks to have been the village school.

Philip Halling

Bridleway between fields

Stephen Ward

Footpath to Cherington Pond

From a small car park a footpath leads to Cherington Pond a local nature trail. The sign in the undergrowth is not litter - yet. It had just been placed by someone setting up a nature trail competition.

Graham Horn

Avening, churchyard wall

Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view looking in to the churchyard. The view looking in is ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see Link & Link )

Mr Red

Avening, churchyard wall

Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view from the churchyard. The view looking out is ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see Link & Link )

Mr Red

Avening churchyard wall

Footpath along the wall, this is looking away from the village. The view looking toward is ST8798 : Avening churchyard wall. There is a stile into the churchyard is on the left (see Link & Link )

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Avening churchyard wall

Footpath along the wall, this is looking towards the village. The view looking back is ST8798 : Avening churchyard wall. There is a stile into the churchyard is on the right (see Link & Link )

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Stone Kissing Gate, Avening

Between fields South & above church, looking East, the view West is ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening. A similar gate nearby is ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening

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Stone Kissing Gate, Avening

Gate between fields above the church, looking East, the view West is ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening, near another gate ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening.

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Stone Stile, Avening

From a private property in to a field SE of the parish church.

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Stone Stile, Point Road

In the village of Avening. This is the view from the field, the view looking back is ST8797 : Stone Stile, Point Road.

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Stone Stile, Point Road

In the village of Avening. This is the view from the road, the view looking to the field is ST8797 : Stone Stile, Point Road.

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Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

Looking from Hampton Hill, this footpath leads to Minchinhampton golf course and through to May Lane. A relatively modern iteration with breeze block for steps. The view from the field is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.

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Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

Looking to Hampton Hill, this footpath leads to Minchinhampton golf course and through to May Lane. A relatively modern iteration with breeze block for steps. The view from the road is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.

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Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

On a footpath from Hampton Hill to Minchinhampton Golf Course. Looking back from the direction of the Golf Course. The view looking SSE is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

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Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

On a footpath from Hampton Hill to Minchinhampton Golf Course. Looking to the Golf Course boundary. The view looking NNW is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

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Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

This is the boundary of Minchinhampton Golf Course, the view is looking at the course. The view looking away is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.

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Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

This is the boundary of Minchinhampton Golf Course, the view is looking away from the course. The view looking in is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.

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Avening is located at Grid Ref: ST8897 (Lat: 51.680084, Lng: -2.168989)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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Avening

Is In: Gloucestershire, England, UK

Place: village

Postal Code: GL8 8

Wikidata: Q4828132

Wikipedia: en:Avening

Lat/Long: 51.6799413/-2.1694621

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