Marston Green

Downs, Moorland in Wiltshire

England

Marston Green

Pastures near Newtown Farm Much of this area is arable, but here there are cattle pastures.
This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Castle Cary at 1550. — Pastures near Newtown Farm Credit: Graham Horn

Marston Green is a picturesque village located in the heart of Wiltshire, England. Situated on the edge of the Salisbury Plain, the village is surrounded by breathtaking downs and moorland landscapes, making it an idyllic location for nature enthusiasts.

The village itself is small, with a tight-knit community of friendly locals. It offers a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere, perfect for those seeking a rural retreat away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The village is dotted with charming cottages and traditional houses, giving it a quintessentially English feel.

Marston Green is known for its stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife. The downs and moorland that surround the village are home to a variety of flora and fauna, including wildflowers, rabbits, deer, and a wide range of bird species. The area is a haven for birdwatchers and hikers, who can explore the numerous walking trails that crisscross the countryside.

Despite its rural setting, Marston Green is conveniently located close to larger towns and cities. The historic city of Salisbury is just a short drive away, offering a range of amenities including shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. Additionally, the village is well-connected by road and public transport, making it easily accessible for residents and visitors alike.

In conclusion, Marston Green is a charming village nestled amidst the stunning downs and moorland of Wiltshire. With its natural beauty, friendly community, and convenient location, it is a hidden gem for those seeking a peaceful and picturesque slice of English countryside.

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Marston Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.309639/-2.0494746 or Grid Reference ST9656. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pastures near Newtown Farm

Much of this area is arable, but here there are cattle pastures. This photo was taken from the 1158 Penzance to London Paddington train, having left Castle Cary at 1550.

Graham Horn

West Wiltshire : grassy field

A grassy field with hay bales in the sun.

Lewis Clarke

Village communications, Norney Road

The K6 telephone box stands beside a Victorian reign postbox. In 1935, the Post Office commissioned a new kiosk from Sir Giles Gilbert Scott to celebrate the Jubilee of King George V. The K6 Jubilee Kiosk, as it is known, was similar to the K2 box, being made of cast iron and painted red but was 25% lighter in weight. By the end of the 1930s there were 20,000 K6 telephone boxes in use all over the UK. There is an Ordnance Survey bench mark on the side of the postbox.

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Bench Mark, Norney Road

On the south face of the letter box is an Ordnance Survey bench mark. For a wider view of the box ST9656 : Victorian postbox, Marston and for further information on the cut mark and others in the area Link

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Farmland, Newtown Farm

Trees along an intermittent hedge reinforced with a fence. Newtown Farm is in the centre background. On the left are buildings at South Farm. View from a passing train on the line from Westbury to Pewsey.

Derek Harper

Farmland near Great Cheverell

Seen from a train on the Westbury - Pewsey main line. The nearer trees are following a small drainage channel. Cheverell Wood is in the background on the right.

Derek Harper

Roadside standing stone

A roadside standing stone, possibly a boundary marker or a defaced mile stone in the village of Worton opposite the Library Hall (Village Hall).

Mat Tuck

Christ Church

Christ Church, Worton. Entrance gate and pathway.

Mat Tuck

Footpath, Worton

Footpath running from the Church to Back Lane.

Mat Tuck

Footpath to the rear of Cedar Close

Footpath running behind Cedar Close

Mat Tuck

Entrance to Cedar Close from the footpath

Footpath runs from the Church behind Cedar Close.

Mat Tuck

Old sheds and look out post

View from the public footpath

Mat Tuck

Iron gates and fencing

Iron gates and fencing, probably from the elegant days of the Prince Hill Estate.

Mat Tuck

Back Lane, Worton

An unsurfaced track running from opposite the Public House to fields and dwellings.

Mat Tuck

Dwellings in Back Lane, Worton

Dwellings in Back Lane

Mat Tuck

Back Lane, steps to the orchard

Old gate and stone steps lead to the orchard which would possibly be to the rear of Worton House.

Mat Tuck

Entrance to a small piece of land disused

View from Back Lane of the wide entrance to piece of land in a hollow which runs in a narrow length from the lane down to the stream. Old local people call this 'Bill Bantams'. Now overgrown the land has had various uses including keeping horses. At the top of the banked land to the right of the image, is an area which years ago was used as a burial ground for horses.

Mat Tuck

Gooseberry Hill

Known locally as Gooseberry Hill or "Goos-gog" Hill, the field enclose over the years has been made smaller to provide a fenced in footpath (left of image). The steepness of the hill gave people a sledging spot in snowy weather. Towards the right of the image the clump of trees marks a cattle watering spot in the stream and a footbridge.

Mat Tuck

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Marston Green is located at Grid Ref: ST9656 (Lat: 51.309639, Lng: -2.0494746)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire