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Northington

Settlement in Gloucestershire Forest of Dean

England

Northington

Shed on the bank of the River Severn at Awre Photographed on a wet and windy November. Much relieved by an excellent pub at the end of the walk.
Shed on the bank of the River Severn at Awre Credit: Jerry Fryman

Northington is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated approximately 10 miles northeast of the city of Gloucester, Northington is nestled in a picturesque rural setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. The village lies within the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, renowned for its idyllic landscapes and charming villages.

Despite its small size, Northington is notable for its historical significance. The village is home to Northington Court, an elegant 18th-century mansion designed by the renowned architect William Henry Powell. The mansion, with its grand neoclassical style, is an architectural gem and is now privately owned.

Another notable feature of Northington is the All Saints Church, a beautiful medieval church dating back to the 13th century. The church is known for its striking tower and stained glass windows, making it a popular destination for history enthusiasts and visitors interested in religious architecture.

The village itself is tranquil and peaceful, with a close-knit community and a strong sense of rural charm. While there are limited amenities within Northington, the nearby towns of Alresford and Winchester offer a wider range of services, including shops, restaurants, and schools.

For those seeking outdoor activities, Northington is surrounded by picturesque countryside, providing ample opportunities for walking, hiking, and exploring the natural beauty of the area. The village is also well-connected, with good transport links to nearby towns and cities, making it an attractive location for commuters and those looking for a serene countryside retreat.

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Shed on the bank of the River Severn at Awre Photographed on a wet and windy November. Much relieved by an excellent pub at the end of the walk.
Shed on the bank of the River Severn at Awre
Photographed on a wet and windy November. Much relieved by an excellent pub at the end of the walk.
Pylons near Arlingham The pylons carry electricity across the River Severn. The Severn Way walk continues around the river edge to Hock Cliff, made from Lower Jurassic rocks.
Pylons near Arlingham
The pylons carry electricity across the River Severn. The Severn Way walk continues around the river edge to Hock Cliff, made from Lower Jurassic rocks.
Village Hall, Awre Had a pleasant pair of Gates commemorating the Queen's Silver Jubilee in 1977.
Village Hall, Awre
Had a pleasant pair of Gates commemorating the Queen's Silver Jubilee in 1977.
Farmland, Awre Picture taken from the Severn Way across farmland to the River Severn itself.
Farmland, Awre
Picture taken from the Severn Way across farmland to the River Severn itself.
River Severn The river Severn has nearly completed its journey around the large horseshoe bend by Newnham. From here it starts to open up into the Noose. A large tidal area of mud and sand. The tide is on its way out uncovering the dangerous sand banks. On the horizon is May hill.
River Severn
The river Severn has nearly completed its journey around the large horseshoe bend by Newnham. From here it starts to open up into the Noose. A large tidal area of mud and sand. The tide is on its way out uncovering the dangerous sand banks. On the horizon is May hill.
Bank of the river Severn Close to Awre this quiet section of the river Severn is a good area for wildlife spotting. The tide is on its way out revealing the massive sand banks. Large pieces of driftwood are deposited along the bank by the high tide.
Bank of the river Severn
Close to Awre this quiet section of the river Severn is a good area for wildlife spotting. The tide is on its way out revealing the massive sand banks. Large pieces of driftwood are deposited along the bank by the high tide.
Electric pylons by the river Severn These very high pylons are used to span the river Severn with power grid cables. In the background centre stands Arlingham church and behind the church on the horizon is May Hill.
Electric pylons by the river Severn
These very high pylons are used to span the river Severn with power grid cables. In the background centre stands Arlingham church and behind the church on the horizon is May Hill.
Stile on the Severn Way, near Arlingham With the tide in the River Severn is very wide where it negotiates the large horseshoe opposite Newnham. Due to the river's width taller pylons are used to carry power cables across the river.
Stile on the Severn Way, near Arlingham
With the tide in the River Severn is very wide where it negotiates the large horseshoe opposite Newnham. Due to the river's width taller pylons are used to carry power cables across the river.
The River Severn near Arlingham View downstream from the bank of the River Severn to the south of Arlingham. The Cotswolds can be seen on the horizon.
The River Severn near Arlingham
View downstream from the bank of the River Severn to the south of Arlingham. The Cotswolds can be seen on the horizon.
Teasel on the banks of the River Severn Teasel on the banks of the River Severn near Arlingham.
Teasel on the banks of the River Severn
Teasel on the banks of the River Severn near Arlingham.
Pylons on the banks of the River Severn Tall electricity pylons carry the power cables over the River Severn to the south of Arlingham.
Pylons on the banks of the River Severn
Tall electricity pylons carry the power cables over the River Severn to the south of Arlingham.
Hope Pill, Arlingham Hope Pill drains into the River Severn to the south of the village of Arlingham.
Hope Pill, Arlingham
Hope Pill drains into the River Severn to the south of the village of Arlingham.
The River Severn at Arlingham Tall pylons carry electricity power cables across the width of the River Severn. The river here negotiates a large horseshoe bend, the view of the river is downstream and the Cotswolds can be seen on the horizon.
The River Severn at Arlingham
Tall pylons carry electricity power cables across the width of the River Severn. The river here negotiates a large horseshoe bend, the view of the river is downstream and the Cotswolds can be seen on the horizon.
Flotsam on the bank of the River Severn A plastic chair is caught on barbed wire on the bank of the River Severn to the south of Arlingham.
Flotsam on the bank of the River Severn
A plastic chair is caught on barbed wire on the bank of the River Severn to the south of Arlingham.
Pylons at Arlingham Tall pylons at Arlingham carry the power cables across the River Severn.
Pylons at Arlingham
Tall pylons at Arlingham carry the power cables across the River Severn.
Parish Church Awre
Parish Church Awre
A choir of angels in Awre churchyard.
A choir of angels in Awre churchyard.
Severn bank near Awre Looking north-east, erosion is a factor with this stretch of the estuary's north coast.
Severn bank near Awre
Looking north-east, erosion is a factor with this stretch of the estuary's north coast.
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Northington is located at Grid Ref: SO7008 (Lat: 51.776575, Lng: -2.43335)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Forest of Dean

Police Authority: Gloucestershire

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