Morgan's Vale

Settlement in Wiltshire

England

Morgan's Vale

Vicarage Road, Lover
Vicarage Road, Lover Credit: David Martin

Morgan's Vale is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated in the picturesque Woodford Valley, the village is surrounded by lush green countryside and is renowned for its natural beauty. The village is positioned on the edge of the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a popular destination for walkers, hikers, and nature enthusiasts.

Morgan's Vale itself is a quiet and close-knit community, with a population of around 500 residents. The village is characterized by its charming thatched cottages, historic buildings, and a traditional village green. The local pub, The Churchill Arms, is a focal point of the village and provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere for both locals and visitors.

The village is well-connected to nearby towns, with the market town of Salisbury just a short drive away. This provides residents with access to a range of amenities, including shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. Additionally, the village benefits from good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to surrounding areas.

One of the main attractions in Morgan's Vale is its proximity to the ancient woodland of Bentley Wood. This expansive forest is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, including rare species such as the purple emperor butterfly. The wood offers numerous walking trails and is particularly popular during the spring when it becomes a stunning carpet of bluebells.

Overall, Morgan's Vale is a tranquil and picturesque village, offering residents and visitors a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Wiltshire countryside.

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Morgan's Vale Images

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Vicarage Road, Lover
Vicarage Road, Lover
Princes Hill Boundary sign for entering the New Forest.

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Princes Hill
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Lover road junction Rural village with old cast iron sign post.
Lover road junction
Rural village with old cast iron sign post.
Redlynch church St. Mary's is just a Victorian structure from 1837 and it actually at the settlement of Lover.
Redlynch church
St. Mary's is just a Victorian structure from 1837 and it actually at the settlement of Lover.
In Tinney's Firs A Woodland Trust wood. The northern part of the wood is quite undulating, and looks as if some delving had been going on a long time ago.
In Tinney's Firs
A Woodland Trust wood. The northern part of the wood is quite undulating, and looks as if some delving had been going on a long time ago.
The Book Box Former telephone box at Lover.
The Book Box
Former telephone box at Lover.
St Mary's Church, Redlynch
St Mary's Church, Redlynch
Field edge near Lover
Field edge near Lover
Quavey Well The sign says that the well was dug in 1900 and was still in regular use until the early 1950s.  It was last refurbished in 2004.
Quavey Well
The sign says that the well was dug in 1900 and was still in regular use until the early 1950s. It was last refurbished in 2004.
The King's Head public house, Redlynch
The King's Head public house, Redlynch
Bus stop under tree
Bus stop under tree
Langford Lane passing through Templeman Farm
Langford Lane passing through Templeman Farm
North Charford The B3080 heading north into Wiltshire from Hampshire.
North Charford
The B3080 heading north into Wiltshire from Hampshire.
In Tinney's Firs A Woodland Trust wood, which is far from being all firs. Here are some beeches.
In Tinney's Firs
A Woodland Trust wood, which is far from being all firs. Here are some beeches.
In Tinney's Firs The Woodland Trust wood has back gardens of houses along its western border. A private gate into the wood may be glimpsed.
In Tinney's Firs
The Woodland Trust wood has back gardens of houses along its western border. A private gate into the wood may be glimpsed.
Thatched cottage beside triangular green
Thatched cottage beside triangular green
Play area at Redlynch playing fields
Play area at Redlynch playing fields
Entrance to woodland at Tinney's Firs
Entrance to woodland at Tinney's Firs
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Morgan's Vale is located at Grid Ref: SU1920 (Lat: 50.986665, Lng: -1.723577)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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