Tollard Royal

Settlement in Wiltshire

England

Tollard Royal

Parkland east of Oakley Lane Part of Rushmore Park.
Parkland east of Oakley Lane Credit: Robin Webster

Tollard Royal is a picturesque village located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated on the edge of Cranborne Chase, an area of outstanding natural beauty, Tollard Royal offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for residents and visitors alike.

The village is small in size, with a population of around 200 people. It is characterized by its charming thatched cottages, historic buildings, and well-maintained gardens. The centerpiece of Tollard Royal is the Grade I listed St. Peter ad Vincula Church, which dates back to the 13th century and features a distinctive medieval tower.

Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by the surrounding countryside, as Tollard Royal boasts an abundance of walking and cycling trails that showcase the area's natural beauty. The nearby Rushmore Estate, with its extensive woodlands and open spaces, provides a haven for wildlife and offers stunning views over the rolling hills of the Chase.

Despite its small size, Tollard Royal benefits from a strong sense of community. The village is home to a popular pub, The King John Inn, which serves traditional English fare and acts as a gathering place for locals and visitors. Additionally, the village hosts various events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a vibrant Christmas market.

Tollard Royal's location provides easy access to nearby towns such as Salisbury and Shaftesbury, offering a range of amenities and cultural attractions. Whether exploring the countryside or immersing oneself in the village's rich history and community spirit, Tollard Royal offers a quintessentially English experience.

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Tollard Royal Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.959546/-2.080973 or Grid Reference ST9417. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Parkland east of Oakley Lane Part of Rushmore Park.
Parkland east of Oakley Lane
Part of Rushmore Park.
Rushmore Park, avenue The remains of a once fine avenue of beech trees, at the southern entrance to the estate.
Rushmore Park, avenue
The remains of a once fine avenue of beech trees, at the southern entrance to the estate.
Rushmore Park, timber Beech trunks, awaiting collection by the roadside.
Rushmore Park, timber
Beech trunks, awaiting collection by the roadside.
Rushmore Park, footpath Skirting woodland, towards Shermel Gate.
Rushmore Park, footpath
Skirting woodland, towards Shermel Gate.
Rushmore Park, avenue A once fine avenue of beech trees leading from South Lodge. Several have disappeared or are in poor condition.
Rushmore Park, avenue
A once fine avenue of beech trees leading from South Lodge. Several have disappeared or are in poor condition.
Rushmore Park, platform Possibly used for watching equestrian events.
Rushmore Park, platform
Possibly used for watching equestrian events.
Rushmore Park, gate Entering Pollards Wood, on the path to Shermel Gate.
Rushmore Park, gate
Entering Pollards Wood, on the path to Shermel Gate.
Rushmore Park, footpath Through Pollards Wood, on the way to Shermel Gate; part of Hardy Way.
Rushmore Park, footpath
Through Pollards Wood, on the way to Shermel Gate; part of Hardy Way.
Rushmore Park, bluebells Wild bluebells under, unusually, a screen of conifers in Uddens Coppice.
Rushmore Park, bluebells
Wild bluebells under, unusually, a screen of conifers in Uddens Coppice.
Rushmore Park, marker On the path through Uddens Coppice towards Shermel Gate; on Hardy Way.
Rushmore Park, marker
On the path through Uddens Coppice towards Shermel Gate; on Hardy Way.
Rushmore Park, bluebell wood Wild bluebells in Brookes Coppice.
Rushmore Park, bluebell wood
Wild bluebells in Brookes Coppice.
Rushmore Park, golf course Part of an extensive 18-hole course: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.rushmoregolfclub.co.uk/cms/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.rushmoregolfclub.co.uk/cms/">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>
Rushmore Park, golf course
Part of an extensive 18-hole course: LinkExternal link
Rushmore Park, dewpond Used by the local sheep.
Rushmore Park, dewpond
Used by the local sheep.
Rushmore Park, bluebells Wild bluebells next to the golf course.
Rushmore Park, bluebells
Wild bluebells next to the golf course.
Rushmore Park, golf course An extensive 18-hole course: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.rushmoregolfclub.co.uk/cms/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.rushmoregolfclub.co.uk/cms/">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>
Rushmore Park, golf course
An extensive 18-hole course: LinkExternal link
Rushmore Park, gateway Also on the Wiltshire/Dorset boundary.
Rushmore Park, gateway
Also on the Wiltshire/Dorset boundary.
Rushmore Park, marker On the footpath to Shermel Gate, part of Hardy Way. Beware golf balls from the right!
Rushmore Park, marker
On the footpath to Shermel Gate, part of Hardy Way. Beware golf balls from the right!
Rushmore Park, golf course An extensive 18-hole course: <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.rushmoregolfclub.co.uk/cms/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.rushmoregolfclub.co.uk/cms/">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>
Rushmore Park, golf course
An extensive 18-hole course: LinkExternal link
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Tollard Royal is located at Grid Ref: ST9417 (Lat: 50.959546, Lng: -2.080973)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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Tollard Royal
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Corner Farm
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Public Bookcase
Tollard Tardis
Defibrillator
Access: yes
Booth: K6
Covered: booth
Defibrillator Location: inside old red phone box in Tollard Royal
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Post Box
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Post Box Type: wall
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Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102169
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Bench
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