Bittles Green

Settlement in Dorset

England

Bittles Green

Gold Hill Shaftesbury Gold Hill Shaftesbury looking up the hill
Gold Hill Shaftesbury Credit: Colin Prosser

Bittles Green is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated within the district of North Dorset, it lies approximately 5 miles northeast of the market town of Shaftesbury. With a population of only around 150 residents, Bittles Green exudes a quiet and peaceful atmosphere, making it an ideal place for those seeking a tranquil countryside setting.

The village is surrounded by picturesque rolling hills and lush green fields, offering breathtaking landscapes that are quintessentially English. It is renowned for its charming thatched cottages, which add to the village's traditional and idyllic character. Bittles Green is a prime destination for those who appreciate the beauty of rural England.

Although small in size, the village boasts a strong sense of community. The local residents actively engage in various community events and activities, fostering a close-knit and friendly environment. The village hall serves as a hub for social gatherings, including concerts, exhibitions, and club meetings.

Despite its rural setting, Bittles Green benefits from its proximity to nearby towns and amenities. The town of Shaftesbury offers a range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities, ensuring residents have access to necessary services. Additionally, the village is well-connected to surrounding areas via road networks, providing convenient transportation links.

Bittles Green provides residents and visitors with the opportunity to experience the tranquility and natural beauty of the Dorset countryside. With its charming architecture, strong community spirit, and picturesque surroundings, Bittles Green is truly a hidden gem within the heart of Dorset.

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Bittles Green Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.015179/-2.2152061 or Grid Reference ST8524. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Gold Hill Shaftesbury Gold Hill Shaftesbury looking up the hill
Gold Hill Shaftesbury
Gold Hill Shaftesbury looking up the hill
Gold Hill Shaftesbury Gold Hill Shaftesbury, the building at the top of the hill
Gold Hill Shaftesbury
Gold Hill Shaftesbury, the building at the top of the hill
Gold Hill Looking down Gold Hill in Shaftesbury.  Most of the houses seen here are grade II listed, as are the stone sets forming the road surface.
Gold Hill
Looking down Gold Hill in Shaftesbury. Most of the houses seen here are grade II listed, as are the stone sets forming the road surface.
1 Bimport Building at the junction of Bimport and High Street.  Grade II listed - see <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1108756" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1108756">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>.  The blue plaque to the right of the frontage (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7025373">ST8623 : Blue plaque, 1 Bimport</a> for close up) reads "Site of Lord Arundel's town house c.1590, later the Rose & Crown Inn.  Present buildingc.1835 may include parts of the old house."
1 Bimport
Building at the junction of Bimport and High Street. Grade II listed - see LinkExternal link. The blue plaque to the right of the frontage (see ST8623 : Blue plaque, 1 Bimport for close up) reads "Site of Lord Arundel's town house c.1590, later the Rose & Crown Inn. Present buildingc.1835 may include parts of the old house."
Blue plaque, 1 Bimport Blue plaque on 1 Bimport (see <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7025363">ST8623 : 1 Bimport</a>) reading "Site of Lord Arundel's town house c.1590, later the Rose & Crown Inn.  Present building c.1835 may include parts of the old house."
Blue plaque, 1 Bimport
Blue plaque on 1 Bimport (see ST8623 : 1 Bimport) reading "Site of Lord Arundel's town house c.1590, later the Rose & Crown Inn. Present building c.1835 may include parts of the old house."
Blackmore Vale Services and Leisure
Blackmore Vale Services and Leisure
View from the back of The Mitre, Shaftesbury This is looking roughly SSE. Centre on the horizon is Melbury Hill.
View from the back of The Mitre, Shaftesbury
This is looking roughly SSE. Centre on the horizon is Melbury Hill.
Bar in The Grosvenor The Grosvenor Arms is Grade II* listed, see <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1218032" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1218032">Link</a><img style="margin-left:2px;" alt="External link" title="External link - shift click to open in new window" src="https://s1.geograph.org.uk/img/external.png" width="10" height="10"/></span>
Bar in The Grosvenor
The Grosvenor Arms is Grade II* listed, see LinkExternal link
Trinity Centre Former church in Shaftesbury.
Trinity Centre
Former church in Shaftesbury.
Layton Lane Houses in Shaftesbury.
Layton Lane
Houses in Shaftesbury.
High Street, Shaftesbury c.1970
High Street, Shaftesbury c.1970
Funfair at the Gillshaft Show 2023 A collection of rides near the entrance.
Funfair at the Gillshaft Show 2023
A collection of rides near the entrance.
A composite cow This one is not moving or mooing.
A composite cow
This one is not moving or mooing.
Lots of hats to try Inside the tents are stalls with all sorts of crafted goods.
Lots of hats to try
Inside the tents are stalls with all sorts of crafted goods.
First over the hurdles The Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show features a number of competitive events and none more popular than the Shetland Pony races.
First over the hurdles
The Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show features a number of competitive events and none more popular than the Shetland Pony races.
Clearing the jumps Shetland Pony racing is a slightly scaled down event in many respects but the thrill is not diminished at all. All the riders in their colourful silks are not taking things lightly.
Clearing the jumps
Shetland Pony racing is a slightly scaled down event in many respects but the thrill is not diminished at all. All the riders in their colourful silks are not taking things lightly.
A short head Leading by a short head over the last jump, the race is still on. Shetland Pony racing is no less dramatic for their smaller stature.
A short head
Leading by a short head over the last jump, the race is still on. Shetland Pony racing is no less dramatic for their smaller stature.
Winner by a half length Shetland Pony racing at the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show ends with a result. Young riders get a taste for the winners' enclosure.
Winner by a half length
Shetland Pony racing at the Gillingham and Shaftesbury Show ends with a result. Young riders get a taste for the winners' enclosure.
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Bittles Green is located at Grid Ref: ST8524 (Lat: 51.015179, Lng: -2.2152061)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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