Boys Hill

Settlement in Dorset

England

Boys Hill

Holwell Manor House Grade II* listed. "Country House, C16 with much rebuilding of 1889" <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1118845?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1118845?section=official-list-entry">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> . Seen past the entrance gate on Holwell Drove <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7564503">ST6810 : Holwell Drove</a>.
Holwell Manor House Credit: Derek Harper

Boys Hill is a charming village located in the county of Dorset, situated in the southwest of England. Nestled amidst the picturesque countryside, this small and close-knit community offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for both residents and visitors alike.

The village is noted for its historic significance, with evidence of human habitation dating back to the Roman era. The name "Boys Hill" is believed to have originated from the Old English word "bysceop" meaning bishop, suggesting a historical connection to ecclesiastical figures in the area.

Boys Hill boasts an array of quintessential English cottages, characterized by their thatched roofs and charming facades. The village is known for its well-preserved architecture, with several buildings dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. These historical structures add to the village's charm and provide a glimpse into its rich heritage.

Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the surrounding countryside, which offers breathtaking views and ample opportunities for hiking and exploring. The nearby rolling hills provide a scenic backdrop, while the meandering river that runs through the village adds to its natural beauty.

Although small in size, Boys Hill has a strong sense of community spirit. The village hosts various events throughout the year, including summer fairs and Christmas markets, which bring residents together and attract visitors from neighboring areas.

With its historical significance, picturesque landscapes, and vibrant community, Boys Hill is a hidden gem in the Dorset countryside, offering a peaceful and charming retreat for all who visit.

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Boys Hill Images

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Holwell Manor House Grade II* listed. "Country House, C16 with much rebuilding of 1889" <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1118845?section=official-list-entry" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1118845?section=official-list-entry">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> . Seen past the entrance gate on Holwell Drove <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7564503">ST6810 : Holwell Drove</a>.
Holwell Manor House
Grade II* listed. "Country House, C16 with much rebuilding of 1889" LinkExternal link . Seen past the entrance gate on Holwell Drove ST6810 : Holwell Drove.
Cottage, Sandhills Tess Cottage is opposite the junction of Holwell Drove (foreground) with Stock Hill Lane. Presumably named as a whimsical reference to Hardy's famous character who spent time in the Blackmore Vale, which we are in.
Cottage, Sandhills
Tess Cottage is opposite the junction of Holwell Drove (foreground) with Stock Hill Lane. Presumably named as a whimsical reference to Hardy's famous character who spent time in the Blackmore Vale, which we are in.
Stock Hill Lane Passing Rails Farm. To the right of the telegraph pole is Magog Farm.
Stock Hill Lane
Passing Rails Farm. To the right of the telegraph pole is Magog Farm.
Holwell Drove The unfenced symbol comes into play on maps here, as the western end of the road has the very wide verges characteristic of drove roads.
Holwell Drove
The unfenced symbol comes into play on maps here, as the western end of the road has the very wide verges characteristic of drove roads.
Holwell Drove The former drove road passes the entrance gateway to the Manor House, glimpsed at <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7184701">ST6810 : Holwell Manor House</a>
Holwell Drove
The former drove road passes the entrance gateway to the Manor House, glimpsed at ST6810 : Holwell Manor House
Holwell Drove Looking left from as the wide verge appears. See also <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7564475">ST6910 : Holwell Drove</a>.
Holwell Drove
Looking left from as the wide verge appears. See also ST6910 : Holwell Drove.
Verge by Holwell Drove Looking right from <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7564516">ST6810 : Holwell Drove</a>, with the wide verge ending abruptly.
Verge by Holwell Drove
Looking right from ST6810 : Holwell Drove, with the wide verge ending abruptly.
The turning to Leigh on the A352 near Holnest
The turning to Leigh on the A352 near Holnest
Sandhills Manor House Grade II* listed manor house, C16 with extensive rebuilding in 1889.
Sandhills Manor House
Grade II* listed manor house, C16 with extensive rebuilding in 1889.
Buckshaw House Grade II* listed mid C18 house. Pevsner describes this as a 'handsome seven-bay facade of the mid 18th century, recrowned in 1894.'
Buckshaw House
Grade II* listed mid C18 house. Pevsner describes this as a 'handsome seven-bay facade of the mid 18th century, recrowned in 1894.'
Buckshaw House Estate Cottages
Buckshaw House Estate Cottages
Building Site near Buckshaw House
Building Site near Buckshaw House
Pylons near Boys Hill
Pylons near Boys Hill
Hunters Bridge Road bridge over The Cam southeast of Longburton.
Hunters Bridge
Road bridge over The Cam southeast of Longburton.
Hunters Bridge (2)
Hunters Bridge (2)
Daybreak in the Blackmore Vale Looking east from the A352 at Holnest at 6am on an autumnal August bank holiday morning. Here the flat pastures are drained by The Cam and its tributaries, the waters of which make their way to the Stour via Caundle Brook and the River Lydden. This is the western end of Hardy's "Vale of the Little Dairies".
Daybreak in the Blackmore Vale
Looking east from the A352 at Holnest at 6am on an autumnal August bank holiday morning. Here the flat pastures are drained by The Cam and its tributaries, the waters of which make their way to the Stour via Caundle Brook and the River Lydden. This is the western end of Hardy's "Vale of the Little Dairies".
Fosters Farm B & B Boys Hill
Fosters Farm B & B Boys Hill
Boys Hill
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Boys Hill is located at Grid Ref: ST6710 (Lat: 50.889884, Lng: -2.4662435)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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