Myton

Settlement in Warwickshire Warwick

England

Myton

Myton is a small village located in the county of Warwickshire, England. It lies approximately 1.5 miles east of the historic town of Warwick, and is situated on the banks of the River Avon. With a population of around 700 people, Myton offers a tranquil and picturesque setting for residents and visitors alike.

The village is known for its rich history, dating back to the medieval period. It was mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, where it was referred to as "Mintone." In the 14th century, Myton became renowned for its annual horse fair, attracting traders from far and wide.

Today, Myton maintains its rural charm, with many traditional thatched cottages and historic buildings still standing. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The River Avon provides opportunities for boating, fishing, and riverside walks.

Despite its small size, Myton has a strong sense of community. It boasts a village hall, a local pub, and a primary school, which serves the surrounding area. The village also hosts various events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a Christmas market.

Myton's proximity to Warwick means that residents have easy access to a wider range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions. The nearby Warwick Castle, a well-preserved medieval fortress, is a popular tourist destination.

In conclusion, Myton offers a charming and idyllic retreat in the heart of Warwickshire. With its rich history, stunning natural surroundings, and strong community spirit, it continues to be a sought-after place to live and visit.

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Myton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.280172/-1.571218 or Grid Reference SP2964. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Midsummer Meadow, Myton

Meadow once: another estate recently built on the small farms in Myton, Warwick. The road lined with concrete balls is Fusiliers Way; new residents enjoyed speeding on it – or was it just the school run?

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Fusiliers Way, Myton

Behind the site hoarding is Regency Grange by Bovis Homes. A fine oak only serves as a reminder of the little farms that escaped development for so long.

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Cranesbill by Portobello Way, Warwick

What a sweetie! A jumble of soft leaves and intensely pink little flowers that gladdened the heart. Thought to be Hedgerow Cranesbill (Geranium pyrenaicum), it flowered for only a day or two.

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Sheep on Jephson's Farm across the Avon, Myton, Warwick

The Lombardy Poplars follow the course of the River Leam SP3065 : Poplars on the Leam. Its confluence with the Avon is out-of-shot left. The farm is bordered by rivers, housing estates and a railway, and is crossed by power lines and the canal. It produces a crop of lambs every year and nothing else.

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Banks of the River Leam between two bridges, Royal Leamington Spa

Vegetation has been removed though it's not clear why or by whom. Environment Agency has been known to remove trees overhanging a river; the land is probably Warwick District Council's. Network Rail, too, has been removing or cutting back trees on the embankment parallel to Princes Drive.

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Footpaths by Rock Mill Lane, Milverton

The paths are seen looking north from the Portobello Bridge that takes Emscote Road over the River Avon, which runs among the trees on the left hand side of the picture. In the distance, to the right, can be seen the new bridge that carries Sir Anthony Eden Way over the river and, behind it, the 18th century Rock Mill building, now converted to housing.

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VitsÅ factory and offices, Old Warwick Road, Royal Leamington Spa

Vitsœ makes and sells furniture, much of it to the designs of Dieter Rams. Link

Vitsœ moved to Leamington from London, their modular building being one of two developments on the site of Ford's Foundry: SP3165 : Ford's Foundry 17 January 2012 (3). The other development was a Morrisons supermarket SP3165 : Morrisons supermarket nearing completion, Old Warwick Road, Leamington.

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Turn for Morrisons and Costa, Old Warwick Road, Royal Leamington Spa

In the distance, on the other side of the railway, are new houses on De Normanville Avenue.

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Ramp between canal towpath and Old Warwick Road, Royal Leamington Spa

Along the road on the left is the superstore: Morrisons.

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Western end of De Normanville Avenue, Royal Leamington Spa

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Rear gardens, Milverton, Royal Leamington Spa

On the left, small private gardens are across a common footpath access to their corresponding front doors, an unusual arrangement in the area. The rear of this terrace faces Rugby Road. The common access is thought to be off the footpath in the foreground, which runs between Rugby Road and Warwick New Road at the foot of the railway embankment; in the past it may have related to Milverton station, long gone. In shadow on the right of the photo are properties in unadopted Conway Road and the rear of villas in Warwick New Road.

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East towards Leamington on Warwick New Road, Milverton, Royal Leamington Spa

From the early 1820s two landowners, Edward Willes and the Earl of Warwick, created a new direct toll-free road between Leamington's growing New Town and Warwick. The stone bridge across the Avon at Portobello was completed in the late 1820s SP3065 : Portobello Bridge, Milverton. The road stimulated residential development in Milverton, west of Leamington. Warwick New Road, seen here from a Coventry-Leamington Spa train, is lined with big villas SP3065 : Victorian Housing, Warwick New Road. The first railway connection to the area opened in 1844 between Coventry and Milverton, midway between the town centres, extended around 1850 SP3065 : Looking east at the three-arch railway viaduct on Warwick New Road.

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Warwickshire College of Further Education

The mature conifers are a sure sign that decades ago there were Victorian villas and gardens here.

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Warwickshire College of Further Education

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River Leam, Milverton, Royal Leamington Spa

On the left, the Warwickshire College site SP3065 : Warwickshire College of Further Education. On the right, Victoria Park and a Giant Redwood (truncated perhaps by a lightning strike). The view is from a Coventry-Leamington Spa train on the Milverton Viaduct SP3065 : Milverton railway viaduct.

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West end of Victoria Park, Royal Leamington Spa

The trees follow the line of the River Leam. On the right is the garden of the lodge. Further away is some fitness equipment and a skate park. The park is the venue for some major bowls tournaments SP3165 : Watching championship bowls matches, Victoria Park. It was laid out in 1897 to mark Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee.

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Lodge, Victoria Park, Royal Leamington Spa

The park was laid out in 1897 to mark Queen Victoria's Diamond Jubilee. At one time the lodge would have been occupied by the superintendent of the park. The trees follow the line of the River Leam. The park is the venue for some major bowls tournaments SP3165 : Watching championship bowls matches, Victoria Park.

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