Baughton Hill

Settlement in Worcestershire Malvern Hills

England

Baughton Hill

The old main road The old A4104 has now become a parking lot and storage space at this end. Still a right of way, but barely accessible over a large mound of earth. — The old main road Credit: Trevor Rickard

Baughton Hill is a small village located in the county of Worcestershire, England. It is situated within the district of Wychavon, approximately 4 miles south of the market town of Pershore.

The village is set on a picturesque hillside, offering stunning views of the surrounding countryside. Baughton Hill is known for its rural charm and tranquility, making it an attractive destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The village is home to a small community of residents, with a population of around 200 people. The houses in Baughton Hill are predominantly traditional in style, reflecting the village's rich history. Many of the buildings date back several centuries and exhibit a range of architectural features.

A notable landmark in Baughton Hill is the St. Leonard's Church, a beautiful medieval church that stands at the heart of the village. The church is known for its impressive stained glass windows and intricate stone carvings, attracting visitors from near and far.

Despite its small size, Baughton Hill boasts a strong sense of community spirit. The village holds regular events and activities, including a summer fete and a Christmas fair, which bring residents together and create a close-knit atmosphere.

The surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor pursuits, with numerous footpaths and bridleways crisscrossing the countryside. Baughton Hill is also conveniently located near to the River Avon, providing additional recreational options such as fishing and boating.

Overall, Baughton Hill is a charming village that offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, making it a desirable place to live or visit for those seeking a slice of rural English life.

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Baughton Hill Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.074929/-2.1554011 or Grid Reference SO8941. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The old main road

The old A4104 has now become a parking lot and storage space at this end. Still a right of way, but barely accessible over a large mound of earth.

Trevor Rickard

Landing strip near Woodmancote

This marker denotes the eastern end of the private grass landing strip to the north of the village. Large barns serving as hangars on the left. The Malvern Hills in the distance (the Worcestershire Beacon is just above the wind sock). See SO9043 : Landing strip near Woodmancote for the reverse view.

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Seat at the end of the landing strip

At the west end of the light aircraft landing strip is a seat with a view across flat farmland to the Malvern Hills.

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Landing strip near Woodmancote

View east from the end of the grass runway. The large barns serving as hangars are beyond the oilseed rape crop on the right. See SO9143 : Landing strip near Woodmancote for the other end of the strip.

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Track north of Woodmancote

Heading north to the landing strip hangars just behind the farmhouse.

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Sheep pasture at Strensham

Looking north across lush sheep pasture to the River Avon. On the left is one of the large radar dishes of the Defford satellite communications site.

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Trig point at Strensham

Looking north-west across sheep pasture to the northern Malvern Hills.

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Site of Strensham Castle

Looking west towards the well-preserved moat around the site of what was once a moated manor house. The original manor house was fortified in 1388 and was probably destroyed in the 17th century after the Civil War as it was a Royalist stronghold. Moat Farm is just in view on the left and houses at Lower Strensham are on the right.

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