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Aylesbeare

Settlement in Devon East Devon

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Aylesbeare

Barn at Froginwell Vineyard Vineyard and hospitality venue
Barn at Froginwell Vineyard Credit: David Smith

Aylesbeare is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. Situated approximately 10 miles east of the city of Exeter, Aylesbeare is nestled within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, with rolling hills and lush green fields, providing a serene and idyllic setting.

The history of Aylesbeare dates back centuries, with evidence of human habitation in the area since the Neolithic period. The village itself is known for its charming thatched-roof cottages, which add to its traditional English village ambiance.

Despite its small size, Aylesbeare boasts a strong sense of community, with a local pub, village hall, and a primary school at its heart. The village is also home to the renowned Aylesbeare Common, a nature reserve managed by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). This reserve is a haven for wildlife, including rare bird species such as the nightjar and the Dartford warbler.

For outdoor enthusiasts, Aylesbeare offers numerous walking trails and paths, allowing visitors to explore the stunning countryside and enjoy breathtaking views. The nearby East Devon coast is also easily accessible, providing opportunities for scenic walks along the South West Coast Path and visits to sandy beaches.

Overall, Aylesbeare is a tranquil and picturesque village, perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat amidst the natural beauty of Devon.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 50.717305/-3.362853 or Grid Reference SY0391. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Barn at Froginwell Vineyard Vineyard and hospitality venue
Barn at Froginwell Vineyard
Vineyard and hospitality venue
Vines at Froginwell Vineyard Besides the vines, this is a hospitality venue
Vines at Froginwell Vineyard
Besides the vines, this is a hospitality venue
A pond in a field Podgers pit junction. Close to the B3180 and Harp Lane.
A pond in a field
Podgers pit junction. Close to the B3180 and Harp Lane.
Harp Lane junction Linked to the B3180 at the strangely named Podgers Pit.
Harp Lane junction
Linked to the B3180 at the strangely named Podgers Pit.
Bridges at Perkin's Village Giving access to properties over a tiny roadside stream.
Bridges at Perkin's Village
Giving access to properties over a tiny roadside stream.
Pasture at Perkin's Village I doubt if this creature still grazes this meadow. The listed farmhouse of Rosamondford <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1328733" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1328733">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> is on the hillside beyond.
Pasture at Perkin's Village
I doubt if this creature still grazes this meadow. The listed farmhouse of Rosamondford LinkExternal link is on the hillside beyond.
Meadow, Perkin's Village Crossed by Farringdon Footpath 11 which meets the lane through the village just across a stream among the trees on the right.
Meadow, Perkin's Village
Crossed by Farringdon Footpath 11 which meets the lane through the village just across a stream among the trees on the right.
Footpath, Perkin's Village Someone's seems anxious to stop the stile being used. I wonder how things look now? This is Farringdon Footpath 11, crossing its second stream in less than 100 metres.
Footpath, Perkin's Village
Someone's seems anxious to stop the stile being used. I wonder how things look now? This is Farringdon Footpath 11, crossing its second stream in less than 100 metres.
Footpath, Perkin's Village See <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4824537">SY0291 : Footpath, Perkin's Village</a>. Farringdon Footpath 11 doesn't cross the further stream here (that would be three streams in less than 100 metres) but, as the waymark suggests, turns left if you've made it over stile or through gate.
Footpath, Perkin's Village
See SY0291 : Footpath, Perkin's Village. Farringdon Footpath 11 doesn't cross the further stream here (that would be three streams in less than 100 metres) but, as the waymark suggests, turns left if you've made it over stile or through gate.
Bridge at Perkin's Village Another, rather graceful, bridge just along the lane from those in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4824454">SY0291 : Bridges at Perkin's Village</a>, one of which can be seen in the background. Willow leaves are just coming out.
Bridge at Perkin's Village
Another, rather graceful, bridge just along the lane from those in SY0291 : Bridges at Perkin's Village, one of which can be seen in the background. Willow leaves are just coming out.
Eggs for sale, Perkin's Village Beef too, according to the notice. Beside the stall is a thatched gateway to the listed Rosamondford Farm <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1328733" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1328733">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>.
Eggs for sale, Perkin's Village
Beef too, according to the notice. Beside the stall is a thatched gateway to the listed Rosamondford Farm LinkExternal link.
Ford, Perkin's Village A winter version of the late summer scene in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3692283">SY0291 : Ford at Perkin's Village and Rosamondford</a>; the ford also appears in <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=60964649" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/search.php?i=60964649">Link</a> .
Ford, Perkin's Village
A winter version of the late summer scene in SY0291 : Ford at Perkin's Village and Rosamondford; the ford also appears in Link .
Stream, Perkin's Village The stream emerges from a culvert beneath the ford shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/143290">SY0291 : Ford at Perkins Village</a> and drops over a small weir.
Stream, Perkin's Village
The stream emerges from a culvert beneath the ford shown in SY0291 : Ford at Perkins Village and drops over a small weir.
Ford, Perkin's Village A reverse view of <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4824625">SY0291 : Ford, Perkin's Village</a>, with Rosamondford Farm behind on the left and Ford Cottage on the right.
Ford, Perkin's Village
A reverse view of SY0291 : Ford, Perkin's Village, with Rosamondford Farm behind on the left and Ford Cottage on the right.
Rill Farm A fine seven-bay façade for this farmhouse by the lane north of Perkin's Village.
Rill Farm
A fine seven-bay façade for this farmhouse by the lane north of Perkin's Village.
Lych gate and church, Aylesbeare And the path between them. The lych gate is described at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1141430" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1141430">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> , the grade II* listed church at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1328734" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1328734">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> .
Lych gate and church, Aylesbeare
And the path between them. The lych gate is described at LinkExternal link , the grade II* listed church at LinkExternal link .
Rag Lane, Westcott Another view along the charming row of buildings shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/3088185">SY0393 : Rag Lane, Westcott</a>.
Rag Lane, Westcott
Another view along the charming row of buildings shown in SY0393 : Rag Lane, Westcott.
Lion, Rockbeare Manor One of the lions shown in <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/143954">SY0394 : Entrance to Rockbeare Manor</a>, sejant atop its gate pier <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1141387" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1141387">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> .
Lion, Rockbeare Manor
One of the lions shown in SY0394 : Entrance to Rockbeare Manor, sejant atop its gate pier LinkExternal link .
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Aylesbeare is located at Grid Ref: SY0391 (Lat: 50.717305, Lng: -3.362853)

Administrative County: Devon

District: East Devon

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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