Borrowell

Settlement in Warwickshire Warwick

England

Borrowell

The Green Man public house, Kenilworth Credit: Ian S

Borrowell is a small village located in the county of Warwickshire, England. Situated approximately 7 miles south of the county town, Warwick, Borrowell is nestled in a picturesque rural setting. The village is part of the larger civil parish of Barford, which encompasses several other nearby settlements.

With a population of around 500 residents, Borrowell exudes a sense of tranquility and charm. The village is primarily residential, consisting of a mix of traditional stone cottages and more modern houses. The architecture reflects the village's historical roots, with some buildings dating back to the 17th century.

Despite its small size, Borrowell boasts a strong sense of community. The village has a local pub, The Borrowell Arms, which serves as a hub for socializing and gathering. Additionally, Borrowell has a village hall that hosts various events and activities throughout the year, fostering a strong community spirit.

Surrounded by lush countryside, Borrowell offers beautiful natural landscapes and ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits. The village is located near the River Avon, providing opportunities for fishing and boating. Additionally, there are several footpaths and bridleways in the area, making it an ideal location for walkers, hikers, and cyclists.

Borrowell benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. The nearby town of Warwick offers a range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. The village is also well-connected, with good transportation links to neighboring areas via road and rail.

In summary, Borrowell is a charming and close-knit village in Warwickshire that offers a tranquil and idyllic lifestyle amidst beautiful countryside surroundings.

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Borrowell Images

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The Green Man public house, Kenilworth

Ian S

Clarke's Avenue, Kenilworth

Ian S

Mortimer Road, Kenilworth

Ian S

Vicarage Gardens off Rouncil Lane, Kenilworth

Ian S

Rounds Hill off Mortimer Road

Ian S

Making a deck, The Engine public house, Mill End, Kenilworth

In the later phase of the pandemic, pubs that had had to close invested in creating outdoor space so that they could safely serve socially-distanced patrons.

Robin Stott

Odibourne Allotments, Manor Road, Kenilworth

The allotments were open to the public for the Heritage Open Days 2021 and Edible England events; members of the Kenilworth Allotment Tenants' Association (KATA) can be seen welcoming visitors. The Odibourne site was established in 1919, when Kenilworth Urban District Council bought land from the estate of the deceased William Thomas Pears. The council had recently decided to build on the 'Noah's Ark' allotments nearby, but was obliged under the 1908 Smallholding & Allotments Act to provide sufficient land for local people who wanted plots for growing food. The site is owned today by Kenilworth Town Council, but has been managed since 1983 by KATA (information taken from a notice board on the site).

A J Paxton

Plot 58a, Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth

These allotments, which to this city dweller appear impossibly idyllic, were open to the public for the Heritage Open Days 2021. Behind the idyll, of course, lies hard work and long term commitment, the challenge of group politics, the uncertainty of the weather and the threat, even here, of theft and vandalism. The Odibourne allotments were established in 1919.

A J Paxton

I'm in the Green Zone

A scarecrow, probably more decorative than functional, at the Odibourne allotments in Kenilworth, which were open to the public for the Heritage Open Days 2021.

A J Paxton

Apple Pressing at Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth

The allotment site was open to the public as part of the Heritage Open Days 2021 and Edible England events.

A J Paxton

'My Shed, My Rules'

The sheds of the Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth, are the subject of their own book, 'Odibourne Sheds: rural retreats in a Kenilworth allotment', by Peter James, published by the Bothy Press in 2020.

A J Paxton

The Rules: Water butt on Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth

A water butt and rules governing its use, on the Odibourne Allotments, open to the public for the Heritage Open Days 2021 and Edible England events.

A J Paxton

Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth, looking towards Lower Ladyes Hills

Not normally open to the public, the allotments were welcoming visitors for the day as part of the Heritage Open Days 2021 and Edible England events. A scarecrow in the form of a Tokyo Olympics mascot can be seen to the right of the picture.

A J Paxton

Bridge over the Finham Brook, Odibourne Allotments, Kenilworth

No doubt flooding is another hazard of allotment life here, but the stream must have enriched the fertility of the valley over the years. Not normally accessible to the public, the allotments were open as part of the Heritage Open Days 2021 and Edible England events.

A J Paxton