Hampton

Settlement in Worcestershire Wychavon

England

Hampton

Oat St Car Park, Evesham The pay and display car park in Oat St in Evesham, with associated signs. — Oat St Car Park, Evesham Credit: Rob Newman

Hampton is a charming village located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Situated just four miles east of the bustling city of Worcester, Hampton offers a peaceful escape from the urban hustle and bustle. With a population of around 1,500 residents, the village exudes a strong sense of community and is highly regarded for its picturesque setting.

The village is steeped in history, with its origins dating back to medieval times. It is home to several historic landmarks, including the Grade I listed Hampton Court Castle and Gardens. This magnificent country estate boasts stunning gardens, a moat, and a 15th-century castle, making it a popular tourist attraction.

Hampton offers a range of amenities to its residents, including a primary school, a village hall, and a parish church. The village also benefits from excellent transport links, with easy access to major roads such as the A44 and the M5 motorway.

Surrounded by idyllic Worcestershire countryside, Hampton is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. The village is located in close proximity to the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing ample opportunities for scenic walks, cycling, and picnics.

In terms of local services, Hampton is served by a small selection of shops, including a convenience store and a post office. However, residents can easily access a wider range of amenities in nearby Worcester.

Overall, Hampton offers a perfect blend of rural tranquility and convenient access to urban amenities, making it an attractive place to live or visit in Worcestershire.

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Hampton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.088009/-1.969318 or Grid Reference SP0243. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Oat St Car Park, Evesham

The pay and display car park in Oat St in Evesham, with associated signs.

Rob Newman

Evesham station car park

The view of the car park at Evesham railway station with the station buildings on the right. The existing station is on the ex-GWR lines, but there was another station to the left of the car park with its own building. This closed in the 1960s.

Rob Newman

Paved Square, Evesham

A paved square just off the High St, Evesham

Rob Newman

F Hinds Building and Pedestrian Area, Evesham

Detail of the building containing the firm of F Hinds in Evesham and pedestrianised area

Rob Newman

The River Avon at Evesham looking upstream

Roger Davies

St Lawrence's Church in Evesham from the nearby Bell Tower

Roger Davies

The main east window in St Lawrence's Church, Evesham

The window depicts the Resurrection, the Last Supper, the Evangelists, the Arms of the Worcester diocese, the grid-iron on which St Lawrence died and the Arms of Evesham Abbey.

Roger Davies

The Last Supper depicted in the main east window of St Lawrence's Church, Evesham

Roger Davies

New asparagus season in Evesham

Roger Davies

Abbey Road Nurseries

Remarkable to find a nursery this close to the town centre.

Jonathan Thacker

Up WR freight passing Evesham station

View NW, towards Worcester etc. on the ex-GWR London - Reading - Oxford - Worcester - Hereford/Wolverhampton main line; adjoining the ex-GWR station on the left is the ex-Midland station on the (Birmingham) Barnt Green - Redditch - Ashchurch line - closed 1/10/62 - 9/9/63, Ashchurch being ahead at this point, the line from the Birmingham direction having crossed over the GWR a short distance behind the camera. The Class D freight is headed by 4-6-0 No. 6907 'Davenham Hall' (built 11/40, withdrawn 2/65).

Ben Brooksbank

Evesham Railway Station

Awaiting the 07:54 London, Paddington bound train on platform 1 at Evesham Station.

Philip Halling

Cemetery gates, Waterside

Gates have Evesham coat of arms and side panels the one for the Duchy of Cornwall.

Liz Stone

Evesham (WR) station, with Down local train

View SE, towards Honeybourne, Oxford, etc.: ex-GW London, Reading, Oxford etc. - Worcester etc. main line. Directly on the right is the separate ex-Midland station, on the Birmingham - Redditch - Evesham - Ashchurch line (closed 10/62 - 9/63). The train is the 12.09 Stratford-on-Avon to Worcester (Shrub Hill), which had joined the main line at Honeybourne; the locomotive is '5101' 2-6-2T No. 4152 (built 6/47).

Ben Brooksbank

Worcester - Stratford-on-Avon local train arriving at Evesham

View westward, towards Worcester: ex-GW London - Oxford etc. - Worcester etc. main line. The 12.38 from Worcester (Shrub Hill) is headed by '5101' 2-6-2T No. 5189 (built 4/31).

Ben Brooksbank