Compton, Lower

Settlement in Devon

England

Compton, Lower

Old Boundary Marker on Old Laira Road, Plymouth Municipal Boundary Marker facing east against the front garden wall of No.369 Old Laira Road, Plymouth, close to the junction with Manor Lane. Inscribed J.T. BOND / 1896 for John Thomas Bond, mayor.

Milestone Society National ID: DV_PCBS48pb — Old Boundary Marker on Old Laira Road, Plymouth Credit: T Jenkinson

Compton, Lower, Devon is a quaint village located in the South West of England. Situated in the county of Devon, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside and offers a peaceful and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike.

With a population of around 500 residents, Compton, Lower maintains a close-knit community feel. The village boasts a charming mix of traditional thatched cottages and more modern houses, blending the old with the new. The surrounding landscape is characterized by rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering streams, providing a stunning backdrop to the village.

Compton, Lower is known for its rich history, dating back to the medieval period. Several historic landmarks can be found within the village, including the St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 13th century, and the Compton Castle, a fortified manor house built in the 14th century.

Despite its small size, the village offers a range of amenities to cater to the needs of its residents. These include a village pub, a local convenience store, a primary school, and a village hall where various community events and activities take place.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Compton, Lower is surrounded by beautiful countryside, providing ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and cycling. The nearby Dartmoor National Park offers even more adventurous pursuits, such as rock climbing and horse riding.

Overall, Compton, Lower, Devon is a charming village that offers a peaceful and scenic escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, making it an ideal place to live or visit for those seeking a tranquil rural experience.

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Compton, Lower Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.386116/-4.119142 or Grid Reference SX4956. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Old Boundary Marker on Old Laira Road, Plymouth

Municipal Boundary Marker facing east against the front garden wall of No.369 Old Laira Road, Plymouth, close to the junction with Manor Lane. Inscribed J.T. BOND / 1896 for John Thomas Bond, mayor. Milestone Society National ID: DV_PCBS48pb

T Jenkinson

Old Boundary Marker on Old Laira Road, Plymouth

Municipal Boundary Marker on the east side of the junction of the B3214 Old Laira Road and the A374 Embankment Road, Plymouth. Inscribed C.H. RADFORD / 1897 for Charles H Radford, mayor. Milestone Society National ID: DV_PCBS49pb

T Jenkinson

Old Boundary Marker on Embankment Road, Plymouth

Municipal Boundary Marker in front of a crash barrier where it meets metal railings on the southeast side of the A374 Embankment Road opposite the junction with Old Laira Road, Plymouth. Inscribed J.T. BOND / (1896) for John Thomas Bond, mayor. Milestone Society National ID: DV_PCBS50pb

T Jenkinson

Old Boundary Marker on Lanhydrock Road, Plymouth

Municipal Boundary Marker behind a wire mesh fence in Embankment Road allotments, on the north side of Lanhydrock Road, Plymouth. Inscribed A. HUBBARD / 1869 for Alexander Hubbard, mayor. Milestone Society National ID: DV_PCBS51pb

T Jenkinson

A38 at Forder Valley Interchange

The A38 is a major A-class trunk route. When first designated in 1922, it ran from Derby to Plymouth but it was later extended at both ends so that it now runs for 292 miles from Mansfield in Nottinghamshire to Bodmin in Cornwall. Prior to the opening of the M5 motorway in the 1960s and 1970s, the A38 formed the main "holiday route" from the Midlands to Somerset, Devon and Cornwall and the south-western section was notorious at holiday times for the congestion. Nowadays, for most of the southern section, the A38 is a fairly quiet road shadowing the M5 extremely closely; often running alongside the motorway as a single carriageway road. The section between Exeter and Plymouth is, however, a busy dual carriageway which serves as the southern extension of the M5 and is known as “the Devon Expressway”. More information at Link

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David Dixon

Devon Expressway near Plymouth

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Eastbound A38 near Plymouth

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Saltram Point

Matthew Chadwick

River Plym estuary

Looking upstream from Laira Railway Bridge.

Alan Murray-Rust

An odd plaque on the refurbished Laira Bridge

Railway enthusiasts will recognise this as a traditional railway milepost representing a distance of zero miles and three (III) quarters from the start of the branch, at a junction just outside the former Plymouth Friary Station.

Alan Murray-Rust

Disused railway

The branch to the Cattewater quays. Historically this was the Plymouth and Dartmoor Tramway, the first railway to be built in the area, the Laira section opening in 1825. It was horse drawn and built to a gauge of 4ft 6in. It continued as such until some time in the late 19th century when the Cattewater wharves section was incorporated into the London and South Western Railway.

Alan Murray-Rust

Laira Depot

The line to the right is the West of England Main Line. The one curving to the left is the Sutton Harbour branch.

Michael Parry

Bearsdown Close

Bearsdown Close, Eggbuckland looking west over Eggbuckland

Richard Johns

New Housing on a Northern Slope

Many of the northern slopes of Plymouth's valleys have been left to woodland but there is now an increasing amount of new housing being built on these slopes.

Tony Atkin

Austin Fort, Eggbuckland

This is just a part of this large Palmerston Fort. It is one of several such fortifications built around Plymouth in the 19th Century. It is now used as a local council depot.

Tony Atkin

Laira old Police and Fire Station

Laira old Police and Fire Station, Old Laira Road, Plymouth, Devon. After use as a fire station, it was converted to a library.

Kevin Hale

Laira Depot Plymouth.

Taken from the now long gone footbridge that lead off Embankment Road to the depot. This was the public open day on Saturday 23 September 1972.

roger geach

Laira by the river Plym

The preserved western number 1015 passes its old home depot at Laira by the river Plym. The remains of the boat have been there a few years now. Behind the train one can see the A38 road at Marsh Mills. The cars whiz by like mad now it's a very busy road along the Embankment despite a speed restriction. Mind how you go.

roger geach

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Compton, Lower is located at Grid Ref: SX4956 (Lat: 50.386116, Lng: -4.119142)

Unitary Authority: Plymouth

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall