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New Town

Settlement in Wiltshire

England

New Town

Knap Hill, Wiltshire Looking from the eastern edge of Walkers Hill towards Knap Hill (to the right of the image), and Golden Ball Hill (to the left of the image).
Knap Hill, Wiltshire Credit: Rebecca A Wills

New Town is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated approximately 4 miles east of the county town of Trowbridge, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside of the West Country. With a population of around 1,500 residents, it maintains a close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is known for its charming rural setting, characterized by rolling hills, meandering streams, and lush green fields. It is surrounded by several other quaint villages, such as Old Town and Upper Town, adding to its scenic appeal. New Town is also blessed with an abundance of wildlife, making it a popular destination for nature enthusiasts.

In terms of amenities, New Town offers its residents a range of local services. These include a village shop, a post office, a primary school, and a village hall. Additionally, there are several pubs and eateries that provide a cozy atmosphere for locals and visitors alike to enjoy traditional British cuisine.

The village is well-connected to neighboring towns and cities via a reliable bus service, providing easy access to larger commercial centers and recreational facilities. Furthermore, New Town benefits from its proximity to the beautiful Salisbury Plain, offering opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and cycling.

Overall, New Town, Wiltshire, is a picturesque village that offers a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle. Its natural beauty, strong community spirit, and convenient location make it an attractive place to reside for those seeking a tranquil and close-knit community.

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Images are sourced within 2km of 51.375977/-1.8313374 or Grid Reference SU1164. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Knap Hill, Wiltshire Looking from the eastern edge of Walkers Hill towards Knap Hill (to the right of the image), and Golden Ball Hill (to the left of the image).
Knap Hill, Wiltshire
Looking from the eastern edge of Walkers Hill towards Knap Hill (to the right of the image), and Golden Ball Hill (to the left of the image).
Milk Hill, Wiltshire Looking west along the Wansdyke on Milk Hill. Wansdyke (from Woden's Dyke) is a series of early medieval defensive linear earthworks in the west of England, consisting of a ditch and an embankment.
Milk Hill, Wiltshire
Looking west along the Wansdyke on Milk Hill. Wansdyke (from Woden's Dyke) is a series of early medieval defensive linear earthworks in the west of England, consisting of a ditch and an embankment.
Milk Hill, Wiltshire Looking west over farmland on Milk Hill.
Milk Hill, Wiltshire
Looking west over farmland on Milk Hill.
Milk Hill, Wiltshire Looking from Milk Hill, across pastureland, towards Walkers Hill.
Milk Hill, Wiltshire
Looking from Milk Hill, across pastureland, towards Walkers Hill.
Walkers Hill, Wiltshire Looking over pastureland towards Walkers Hill, the mound on the right of the image (near horizon) is Adam's Grave. Adam's Grave is an imposing Neolithic long barrow.
Walkers Hill, Wiltshire
Looking over pastureland towards Walkers Hill, the mound on the right of the image (near horizon) is Adam's Grave. Adam's Grave is an imposing Neolithic long barrow.
Golden Ball Hill, Wiltshire Looking south from Golden Ball Hill over farmland.
Golden Ball Hill, Wiltshire
Looking south from Golden Ball Hill over farmland.
Knap Hill, Wiltshire Looking southwest over farmland from the vicinity of Knap Hill towards East Field.
Knap Hill, Wiltshire
Looking southwest over farmland from the vicinity of Knap Hill towards East Field.
Draycott Hill, Wiltshire Looking south over farmland from Draycott Hill.
Draycott Hill, Wiltshire
Looking south over farmland from Draycott Hill.
Knap Hill, Wiltshire Farmland to the south of Knap Hill.
Knap Hill, Wiltshire
Farmland to the south of Knap Hill.
The Tan Hill Way near Knap Hill
The Tan Hill Way near Knap Hill
View from Adam's Grave Long Barrow
View from Adam's Grave Long Barrow
White Horse on Pewsey Downs Chalk horse located on Access Land and Nature Reserve. This is one of eight such hill figures in the county.
White Horse on Pewsey Downs
Chalk horse located on Access Land and Nature Reserve. This is one of eight such hill figures in the county.
Alton Barnes White Horse Cut into the steep south facing scarp slope above the Vale of Pewsey. By my reckoning, this is one of 6 such hill figures to be found in Wiltshire.
Alton Barnes White Horse
Cut into the steep south facing scarp slope above the Vale of Pewsey. By my reckoning, this is one of 6 such hill figures to be found in Wiltshire.
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.
On the White Horse Trail - view to Alton Barnes White Horse The Alton Barnes White Horse is approximately 180 feet high and 160 feet long, and was cut in 1812 under the commission of local farmer Robert Pile. Pile instructed inn sign painter John Thorne to design and cut the horse, although Thorne conned Pile by leaving with his advance sum while employing local resident John Harvey to cut the horse instead. (source Wikipedia)
On the White Horse Trail - view to Alton Barnes White Horse
The Alton Barnes White Horse is approximately 180 feet high and 160 feet long, and was cut in 1812 under the commission of local farmer Robert Pile. Pile instructed inn sign painter John Thorne to design and cut the horse, although Thorne conned Pile by leaving with his advance sum while employing local resident John Harvey to cut the horse instead. (source Wikipedia)
Downland, western side of Milk Hill
Downland, western side of Milk Hill
Knap Hill, Pewsey Downs A panoramic view south east from the top of Kna Hill in the Pewsey Downs.
Knap Hill, Pewsey Downs
A panoramic view south east from the top of Kna Hill in the Pewsey Downs.
Hillside, Knap Hill, Pewsey Downs The view north, towards Knap Cottage from the Knap hillside
Hillside, Knap Hill, Pewsey Downs
The view north, towards Knap Cottage from the Knap hillside
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New Town is located at Grid Ref: SU1164 (Lat: 51.375977, Lng: -1.8313374)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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