West End

Settlement in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

West End

Avening, churchyard wall Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view looking in to the churchyard. The view looking in is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038277">ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall</a>. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038287" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038287">Link</a> &amp; <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7038288">Link</a> ) — Avening, churchyard wall Credit: Mr Red

West End is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated in the picturesque Cotswolds region, it lies approximately 5 miles southwest of the town of Stroud. With a population of around 500 residents, West End offers a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere.

The village is characterized by its charming stone-built cottages and traditional English architecture, which adds to its overall appeal. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush green countryside, West End boasts breathtaking views and is a haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

Despite its small size, West End is well-served by local amenities. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a church, all of which play an important role in fostering a strong sense of community. Nearby, residents can also find a range of shops, restaurants, and pubs in the neighboring towns and villages.

West End benefits from its convenient location, being within easy reach of major transport links. The nearby A46 road provides access to larger towns and cities, such as Gloucester and Cheltenham, while the M5 motorway is just a short drive away. This makes West End an attractive place to live for those seeking a quieter rural lifestyle without sacrificing connectivity to urban centers.

Overall, West End, Gloucestershire offers a tranquil and picturesque village setting with a strong community spirit, making it an ideal place to call home for those seeking a peaceful countryside retreat.

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West End Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.67779/-2.181476 or Grid Reference ST8797. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Avening, churchyard wall

Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view looking in to the churchyard. The view looking in is ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see Link & Link )

Mr Red

Avening, churchyard wall

Access to the footpath leading away from the village. This is the view from the churchyard. The view looking out is ST8798 : Avening, churchyard wall. It is adjacent to a stile along the footpath (see Link & Link )

Mr Red

Avening churchyard wall

Footpath along the wall, this is looking away from the village. The view looking toward is ST8798 : Avening churchyard wall. There is a stile into the churchyard is on the left (see Link & Link )

Mr Red

Avening churchyard wall

Footpath along the wall, this is looking towards the village. The view looking back is ST8798 : Avening churchyard wall. There is a stile into the churchyard is on the right (see Link & Link )

Mr Red

Stone Kissing Gate, Avening

Between fields South & above church, looking East, the view West is ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening. A similar gate nearby is ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening

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Stone Kissing Gate, Avening

Gate between fields above the church, looking East, the view West is ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening, near another gate ST8797 : Stone Kissing Gate, Avening.

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Stone Stile, Avening

From a private property in to a field SE of the parish church.

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Stone Stile, Point Road

In the village of Avening. This is the view from the field, the view looking back is ST8797 : Stone Stile, Point Road.

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Stone Stile, Point Road

In the village of Avening. This is the view from the road, the view looking to the field is ST8797 : Stone Stile, Point Road.

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Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

Looking from Hampton Hill, this footpath leads to Minchinhampton golf course and through to May Lane. A relatively modern iteration with breeze block for steps. The view from the field is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.

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Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

Looking to Hampton Hill, this footpath leads to Minchinhampton golf course and through to May Lane. A relatively modern iteration with breeze block for steps. The view from the road is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

On a footpath from Hampton Hill to Minchinhampton Golf Course. Looking back from the direction of the Golf Course. The view looking SSE is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

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Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

On a footpath from Hampton Hill to Minchinhampton Golf Course. Looking to the Golf Course boundary. The view looking NNW is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

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Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

This is the boundary of Minchinhampton Golf Course, the view is looking at the course. The view looking away is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.

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Stone Stile, Hampton Fields

This is the boundary of Minchinhampton Golf Course, the view is looking away from the course. The view looking in is ST8899 : Stone Stile, Hampton Fields.

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Stone Stile, Mays Lane, Avening

Still in Avening this step stile is fully the height of the wall. It looks North from May Lane. The view looking to the road is ST8898 : Stone Stile, Mays Lane, Avening.

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Stone Stile, Mays Lane, Avening

Still in Avening this step stile is fully the height of the wall. It looks North from May Lane. The view looking to the road is ST8898 : Stone Stile, Mays Lane, Avening.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Nag's Head

On a bridle path leading South from the road through the village. The stone looks to have been part of a squeeze stile, re-purposed as a gatepost and even redundant from that. The view is South, alternatively a view West is ST8998 : Stone Stile, Nag's Head.

Mr Red

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West End is located at Grid Ref: ST8797 (Lat: 51.67779, Lng: -2.181476)

Administrative County: Gloucestershire

District: Cotswold

Police Authority: Gloucestershire