East Stowell

Settlement in Wiltshire

England

East Stowell

Wilcot Road towards Wilcot From Pewsey.
Wilcot Road towards Wilcot Credit: Robin Webster

East Stowell is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, in southwestern England. Situated approximately 4 miles northeast of the town of Marlborough, East Stowell is nestled within the picturesque countryside of the North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The village is known for its charming rural setting, characterized by rolling hills, lush green fields, and ancient woodlands. It is surrounded by a network of footpaths and bridleways, making it an ideal destination for walkers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts. The area offers breathtaking views, particularly from Stowell Hill, which overlooks the village and provides panoramic vistas of the surrounding countryside.

East Stowell itself is a small, close-knit community with a population of around 100 residents. The village features a mix of traditional thatched cottages and more modern homes, adding to its quintessential English charm. St. Mary's Church, a beautiful 12th-century building, serves as a focal point for the community and offers a glimpse into the village's rich history.

While East Stowell lacks amenities such as shops and schools, it benefits from its proximity to Marlborough, where residents can find a wider range of facilities and services. The village's peaceful and idyllic atmosphere, coupled with its convenient location, makes it an appealing place to live for those seeking a tranquil countryside lifestyle within easy reach of urban conveniences.

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East Stowell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.357904/-1.7924264 or Grid Reference SU1462. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wilcot Road towards Wilcot From Pewsey.
Wilcot Road towards Wilcot
From Pewsey.
Cottage at corner of Stowell Park Formerly a lodge for the park.
Cottage at corner of Stowell Park
Formerly a lodge for the park.
Lane by Draycot Farm Towards Huish.
Lane by Draycot Farm
Towards Huish.
Lane from Huish to Oare
Lane from Huish to Oare
A345 at Sunnyhill Lane turning Looking south.
A345 at Sunnyhill Lane turning
Looking south.
Heading towards the Downs Bridleway heading north from Draycot Fitz Payne towards the scarp slope of the Marlborough Downs.
Heading towards the Downs
Bridleway heading north from Draycot Fitz Payne towards the scarp slope of the Marlborough Downs.
A fold in the hills A bowl-shaped depression on the scarp slope of the Downs below Draycott Hill.
A fold in the hills
A bowl-shaped depression on the scarp slope of the Downs below Draycott Hill.
Brick and thatch in Oare A view across the main road in the village to Pound Lane.  An examination of old OS maps failed to reveal a village pound or pinfold anywhere along Pound Lane. The main road here is the A345 from Salisbury to Marlborough [and once to Swindon], but most traffic uses the A346 a little further east as much of the A345 is little better than a country lane.
Brick and thatch in Oare
A view across the main road in the village to Pound Lane. An examination of old OS maps failed to reveal a village pound or pinfold anywhere along Pound Lane. The main road here is the A345 from Salisbury to Marlborough [and once to Swindon], but most traffic uses the A346 a little further east as much of the A345 is little better than a country lane.
Village Hall, Oare Tucked away behind the main road through the village.
Village Hall, Oare
Tucked away behind the main road through the village.
Oare House park Looking towards the west front of Oare House from the path that crosses the park.
Oare House park
Looking towards the west front of Oare House from the path that crosses the park.
Millennium Pavilion, Oare Park Definitely a 'wow' factor building. This would appear to be a 21st century idea of an 'eyecatcher', more associated with 18thC landscaping on grand estates. This pavilion was completed in 2003 and is the work of I.M.Pei architects, also responsible for such iconic structures as the Louvre Pyramid in Paris. A truly stunning building.
Millennium Pavilion, Oare Park
Definitely a 'wow' factor building. This would appear to be a 21st century idea of an 'eyecatcher', more associated with 18thC landscaping on grand estates. This pavilion was completed in 2003 and is the work of I.M.Pei architects, also responsible for such iconic structures as the Louvre Pyramid in Paris. A truly stunning building.
Oare Park Typical estate parkland west of Oare House and crossed by a bridleway.
Oare Park
Typical estate parkland west of Oare House and crossed by a bridleway.
View to the Downland edge Where the steep southern slopes of the Marlborough Downs drop into the Vale of Pewsey, as seen across farmland from a bridleway between Oare and Draycott Fitz Payne.
View to the Downland edge
Where the steep southern slopes of the Marlborough Downs drop into the Vale of Pewsey, as seen across farmland from a bridleway between Oare and Draycott Fitz Payne.
Old Post Office, Oare
Old Post Office, Oare
Bench, Oare Parish notice board
Bench, Oare
Parish notice board
Pound Lane, Oare
Pound Lane, Oare
Houses and cars on Sunnyhill Lane
Houses and cars on Sunnyhill Lane
Wilcot Church in autumn
Wilcot Church in autumn
Show me another place!

East Stowell is located at Grid Ref: SU1462 (Lat: 51.357904, Lng: -1.7924264)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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