Woodrow

Settlement in Dorset

England

Woodrow

Bridge over River Divelish, Fifehead Newton
Bridge over River Divelish, Fifehead Newton Credit: Becky Williamson

Woodrow is a small village located in the county of Dorset, in the southwest of England. Situated approximately 8 miles east of the county town, Dorchester, Woodrow is nestled amidst the picturesque countryside of the Dorset Downs.

The village is known for its peaceful and idyllic setting, surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields. It boasts a close-knit community, with a population of around 500 residents. The quaint and charming cottages that line the streets add to the village's rustic appeal.

Woodrow is rich in history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Iron Age. The nearby Maiden Castle, one of the largest and most complex Iron Age hillforts in Europe, is a popular attraction for visitors interested in ancient history.

Despite its small size, Woodrow offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors. The village has a local pub, The Woodrow Arms, serving traditional British food and ales. There is also a primary school, a village hall, and a post office, ensuring that the basic needs of the community are met.

Nature enthusiasts are drawn to Woodrow due to its proximity to the Dorset Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village serves as an excellent base for exploring the stunning landscapes, walking trails, and wildlife that the area has to offer.

Overall, Woodrow is a charming and peaceful village that provides a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Its natural beauty, rich history, and strong sense of community make it an appealing destination for both residents and visitors alike.

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Woodrow Images

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Bridge over River Divelish, Fifehead Newton
Bridge over River Divelish, Fifehead Newton
Footbridge over River Divelish Across the road from Lower Fifehead Farm.
Footbridge over River Divelish
Across the road from Lower Fifehead Farm.
Old pump, Lower Fifehead Farm
Old pump, Lower Fifehead Farm
Road towards Fifehead Common
Road towards Fifehead Common
Gateway view Looking south-east.
Gateway view
Looking south-east.
Crate Hill Heading north.
Crate Hill
Heading north.
Small disused building, Lower Fifehead Farm Purpose unknown. A notice board outside looks like a parish outpost board for official notices, but that looks disused as well.
Small disused building, Lower Fifehead Farm
Purpose unknown. A notice board outside looks like a parish outpost board for official notices, but that looks disused as well.
Crossing of River Divelish, Fifehead St Quintin The river passes under the road via a long diagonal culvert. It looks like it may flow over the road in really wet times, but no ford is mapped here, and there is no footbridge. Older maps do show a ford and footbridge.
Crossing of River Divelish, Fifehead St Quintin
The river passes under the road via a long diagonal culvert. It looks like it may flow over the road in really wet times, but no ford is mapped here, and there is no footbridge. Older maps do show a ford and footbridge.
'Ford' south of Fifehead St. Quintin No longer mapped as such, although an overgrown footbridge is off to the left and the road still has a 'Ford' sign. It probably does flood over in really wet times.
'Ford' south of Fifehead St. Quintin
No longer mapped as such, although an overgrown footbridge is off to the left and the road still has a 'Ford' sign. It probably does flood over in really wet times.
Ford ahead on lane to Fifehead St Quintin It turned out to be a disappointment - the stream went under the road and looked as if it had gone that way for a considerable time.
Ford ahead on lane to Fifehead St Quintin
It turned out to be a disappointment - the stream went under the road and looked as if it had gone that way for a considerable time.
Old Bridge Marker on Salkeld Bridge, Lydlinch parish Bridge Weight Plate by the UC road, in parish of Lydlinch (West Dorset District), Salkeld Bridge, mid-bridge.

Inscription reads:-
NOTICE
TO OWNERS AND DRIVERS
OF TRACTION ENGINES
THIS BRIDGE IS INSUFFICIENT
TO CARRY WEIGHTS BEYOND
THE ORDINARY TRAFFIC OF
THE DISTRICT 

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: DO_WEISALbr
Old Bridge Marker on Salkeld Bridge, Lydlinch parish
Bridge Weight Plate by the UC road, in parish of Lydlinch (West Dorset District), Salkeld Bridge, mid-bridge. Inscription reads:- NOTICE TO OWNERS AND DRIVERS OF TRACTION ENGINES THIS BRIDGE IS INSUFFICIENT TO CARRY WEIGHTS BEYOND THE ORDINARY TRAFFIC OF THE DISTRICT Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: DO_WEISALbr
Sluice gates for mill pond Mill no longer in use
Sluice gates for mill pond
Mill no longer in use
Waterlogged Field near Hazelbury Bryan the recent prolonged lane has resulted in waterlogged fields even like this one which is at an elvated position of 94m above m.s.l. just below the 96m spot height on Zoar Lane.
Waterlogged Field near Hazelbury Bryan
the recent prolonged lane has resulted in waterlogged fields even like this one which is at an elvated position of 94m above m.s.l. just below the 96m spot height on Zoar Lane.
Fifehead St Quintin, ford and bridge Across a brook that feeds into River Divelish; currently dry.
Fifehead St Quintin, ford and bridge
Across a brook that feeds into River Divelish; currently dry.
Fifehead St Quintin, River Divelish Looking downstream at a river that joins the Stour near Sturminster Newton.
Fifehead St Quintin, River Divelish
Looking downstream at a river that joins the Stour near Sturminster Newton.
Fifehead St Quintin, farm entrance To Lower Fifehead Farm Dairy; a sign on the other side advertises that the farm works with Arla Foods. <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://www.arla.com/About-us/Company-structure/Co-operative-democracy/" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.arla.com/About-us/Company-structure/Co-operative-democracy/">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>
Fifehead St Quintin, farm entrance
To Lower Fifehead Farm Dairy; a sign on the other side advertises that the farm works with Arla Foods. LinkExternal link
Fifehead St Quintin Ford This ford on the River Divelish is found at Fifehead St Quintin.
Fifehead St Quintin Ford
This ford on the River Divelish is found at Fifehead St Quintin.
Ford, Fifehead Neville Ford through the River Divelish with the Medieval packhorse bridge to the right.
Ford, Fifehead Neville
Ford through the River Divelish with the Medieval packhorse bridge to the right.
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Woodrow is located at Grid Ref: ST7510 (Lat: 50.896103, Lng: -2.3429691)

Unitary Authority: Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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