Synwell

Settlement in Gloucestershire Stroud

England

Synwell

Wotton-Under-Edge : Bear Street Looking along Bear Street from the road junction. — Wotton-Under-Edge : Bear Street Credit: Lewis Clarke

Synwell is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the picturesque countryside, it lies approximately 5 miles southeast of the town of Wotton-under-Edge and 10 miles west of the city of Stroud. The village is nestled in the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering residents and visitors an idyllic setting with stunning views.

Synwell has a rich history that dates back centuries. It is mentioned in the Domesday Book of 1086, indicating its ancient origins. The village is characterized by a mix of traditional stone cottages and newer, more modern properties. The local community is tight-knit, with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

Despite its small size, Synwell offers a range of amenities for its residents. These include a village hall, which serves as a hub for community events and gatherings, as well as a local pub that provides a welcoming space for socializing. The village also boasts a primary school, ensuring convenient access to education for local children.

The surrounding countryside provides ample opportunities for outdoor activities and exploration. Numerous walking and cycling trails crisscross the area, allowing residents and visitors to discover the beauty of the Cotswolds. Additionally, the nearby historic market towns of Wotton-under-Edge and Stroud offer a wide range of shopping, dining, and leisure facilities.

Overall, Synwell is a charming village that offers a peaceful and picturesque lifestyle within the stunning Cotswold countryside.

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Synwell Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.638326/-2.339983 or Grid Reference ST7693. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Wotton-Under-Edge : Bear Street

Looking along Bear Street from the road junction.

Lewis Clarke

Wotton-Under-Edge: Ludgate Hill

Looking along Ludgate Hill.

Lewis Clarke

Wotton-Under-Edge : Long Street

Looking along Long Street.

Lewis Clarke

Wotton-Under-Edge : Church Street

Looking along Church Street.

Lewis Clarke

Wotton-Under-Edge : School Road

Looking along School Road from the junction at Church Street.

Lewis Clarke

Square Pear

A sculpture by Richard Cresswell in the garden at Newark House, an exhibit in 'Sculpture in the Garden 2021'

Graham Hogg

Cyclamen and fallen leaves

In the grounds of Newark House

Graham Hogg

Newark House

A grade II listed building built as a hunting lodge by Sir Nicholas Poyntz in the mid 1500s and extended and remodelled several times over the next 400 years. It was given to National Trust in 1949.

Graham Hogg

Cut Mark: Wotton-under-Edge, Long Street, Carlton House

Cut bench mark on the frontage of the house. See Link for a wider view and Link

for details of the mark.

Brian Westlake

Carlton House, Long Street

There is a cut bench mark on the frontage of the house. See Link for a wider view and Link

for details of the mark.

Brian Westlake

Cut Mark: Wotton-under-Edge, Orchard Street / Long Street

Cut mark on the Orchard Street face of a building on the corner of Orchard Street and Long Street. See Link

for details of the mark.

Brian Westlake

Stone Stile, Wotton-under-Edge

A stone slab from the stile, now a "Fallen Idle". On Gloucestershire bridleway CWE95 looking South, the view looking North is ST7594 : Stone Stile, Wotton-under-Edge.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Wotton-under-Edge

A stone slab from the stile, now a "Fallen Idle". On Gloucestershire bridleway CWE95 looking North, the view looking South is ST7594 : Stone Stile, Wotton-under-Edge.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Wortley

At the entrance to Wortley House on Gloucestershire footpath CWE73.

Fay Britton

Derelict buildings

don cload

Stone Stile, Wotton under Edge

A gatepost and squeeze stile on Gloucestershire footpath CWE90 looking East. It would allow people to pass but not horses or cattle. Sheep might have been able to traverse. There was originally a gate at this point. The alternative view looking NW is ST7593 : Stone Stile, Wotton under Edge.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Wotton under Edge

A gatepost and squeeze stile on Gloucestershire footpath CWE90 looking NW. It would allow people to pass but not horses or cattle. Sheep might have been able to traverse. There was originally a gate at this point. The alternative view looking East is ST7593 : Stone Stile, Wotton under Edge.

Mr Red