Wringsdown

Settlement in Devon

England

Wringsdown

Solitary tree by B3254 south of Langdon
Solitary tree by B3254 south of Langdon Credit: David Smith

Wringsdown is a small village located in the county of Devon, England. Situated in the South West region of the country, it lies within the civil parish of Brixton. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside, offering breathtaking views and a tranquil atmosphere.

With a population of approximately 300 residents, Wringsdown has a close-knit community and a strong sense of community spirit. The village is characterized by its traditional architecture, with charming thatched cottages and well-preserved historic buildings. The local church, St. Mary's, stands as a prominent landmark, dating back to the 13th century and showcasing stunning architectural features.

Despite its small size, Wringsdown offers a range of amenities to its residents. There is a local pub, The Rose and Crown, which serves as a social hub for the village. Additionally, there is a village hall that hosts community events and gatherings. A small convenience store caters to the daily needs of the villagers, while nearby larger towns provide access to a wider range of services.

The village is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes, making it an ideal location for outdoor enthusiasts. The nearby Dartmoor National Park offers opportunities for hiking, cycling, and wildlife spotting. The coastline is also within easy reach, with stunning beaches just a short drive away.

Overall, Wringsdown is a charming and peaceful village that exudes the quintessential English countryside charm. It offers a sense of community, picturesque surroundings, and easy access to both natural beauty and modern amenities.

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Wringsdown Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.658092/-4.3923497 or Grid Reference SX3187. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Solitary tree by B3254 south of Langdon
Solitary tree by B3254 south of Langdon
Isolated trees in a field near Peppershill Part of a line of trees that runs across the field, which appear to have lined a former approach to Peppershill
Isolated trees in a field near Peppershill
Part of a line of trees that runs across the field, which appear to have lined a former approach to Peppershill
Barn on minor road north from Ladycross
Barn on minor road north from Ladycross
Looking east through Ladycross
Looking east through Ladycross
Yeolm Bridge
Yeolm Bridge
River Ottery at Yeolm Bridge
River Ottery at Yeolm Bridge
Muddy track in Castlehill Plantation
Muddy track in Castlehill Plantation
Scrub in Castlehill Plantation
Scrub in Castlehill Plantation
The edge of Castlehill Plantation The scrub at the edge of the road has been cut back for the benefit of motorists and for the good of the base layer of the woodland
The edge of Castlehill Plantation
The scrub at the edge of the road has been cut back for the benefit of motorists and for the good of the base layer of the woodland
Gateway and tower of St Stephen's church
Gateway and tower of St Stephen's church
Newchurches from the Launceston Steam Railway
Newchurches from the Launceston Steam Railway
Old Milestone north west of Launceston Carved stone post by UC road, in parish of ST STEPHENS BY LAUNCESTON RURAL (NORTH CORNWALL District), opposite Atway Farm, against the bank, on North side of road. Launceston pillar, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
L
2 
Carved benchmark on lower face.

Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1142912
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142912" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142912">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>

Milestone Society National ID: CW_KHLA17.
Old Milestone north west of Launceston
Carved stone post by UC road, in parish of ST STEPHENS BY LAUNCESTON RURAL (NORTH CORNWALL District), opposite Atway Farm, against the bank, on North side of road. Launceston pillar, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- L 2 Carved benchmark on lower face. Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1142912 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CW_KHLA17.
Old Milestone by the B3254, north of Launceston Carved stone post by the B3254, in parish of ST STEPHENS BY LAUNCESTON RURAL (NORTH CORNWALL District), 200m South West of South Lodge, Werrington Park, on bend at top of hill, on North East side of road. Launceston pillar, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
L
I 
Carved benchmark on top.

Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1142913
<span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142913" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142913">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>

Milestone Society National ID: CW_KHLA18.
Old Milestone by the B3254, north of Launceston
Carved stone post by the B3254, in parish of ST STEPHENS BY LAUNCESTON RURAL (NORTH CORNWALL District), 200m South West of South Lodge, Werrington Park, on bend at top of hill, on North East side of road. Launceston pillar, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- L I Carved benchmark on top. Grade II Listed. List Entry Number: 1142913 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CW_KHLA18.
Old Direction Sign - Signpost south of Langore Cone finial - Designed with one arm; Visick Cone by the UC road, in parish of St Stephens by Launceston Rural (North Cornwall District), Fourwind Cross, on wide grass verge, North West corner of crossroads. Opposite: CW_SX3086A <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6056240">SX3086 : Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Fourwind Cross</a> 

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: CW_SX3086B.
Old Direction Sign - Signpost south of Langore
Cone finial - Designed with one arm; Visick Cone by the UC road, in parish of St Stephens by Launceston Rural (North Cornwall District), Fourwind Cross, on wide grass verge, North West corner of crossroads. Opposite: CW_SX3086A SX3086 : Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Fourwind Cross Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CW_SX3086B.
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by the B3254, Yeolmbridge Spindle finial - Recently refurbished with NEW finial; by the B3254, in parish of St Stephens by Launceston Rural (North Cornwall District), Yeolmbridge, North of bridge, East side of road.

Cornwall and Scilly HER.
HER Number: MCO57747 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MCO57747&resourceID=1020" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://www.heritagegateway.org.uk/Gateway/Results_Single.aspx?uid=MCO57747&resourceID=1020">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>

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: CW_SX3187
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by the B3254, Yeolmbridge
Spindle finial - Recently refurbished with NEW finial; by the B3254, in parish of St Stephens by Launceston Rural (North Cornwall District), Yeolmbridge, North of bridge, East side of road. Cornwall and Scilly HER. HER Number: MCO57747 LinkExternal link Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CW_SX3187
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Fourwind Cross Pyramid finial - Bottom arm broken off at sleeve; by the UC road, in parish of St Stephens by Launceston Rural (North Cornwall District), Fourwind Cross, on verge.
Opposite Signpost: CW_SX3086B <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/6038374">SX3086 : Old Direction Sign - Signpost south of Langore</a>

Surveyed

Milestone Society National ID: CW_SX3086A
Old Direction Sign - Signpost by Fourwind Cross
Pyramid finial - Bottom arm broken off at sleeve; by the UC road, in parish of St Stephens by Launceston Rural (North Cornwall District), Fourwind Cross, on verge. Opposite Signpost: CW_SX3086B SX3086 : Old Direction Sign - Signpost south of Langore Surveyed Milestone Society National ID: CW_SX3086A
Old Milestone north west of Launceston Carved stone post by UC road, in parish of ST STEPHENS BY LAUNCESTON RURAL (NORTH CORNWALL District), opposite Atway Farm, against the bank, on North side of road. Launceston pillar, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
L
2 
Carved benchmark on lower face.

Grade II listed. 
List Entry Number: 1142912 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142912" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142912">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>

Milestone Society National ID: CW_KHLA17.
Old Milestone north west of Launceston
Carved stone post by UC road, in parish of ST STEPHENS BY LAUNCESTON RURAL (NORTH CORNWALL District), opposite Atway Farm, against the bank, on North side of road. Launceston pillar, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- L 2 Carved benchmark on lower face. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1142912 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CW_KHLA17.
Old Milestone by the B3254, north of Launceston Carved stone post by the B3254, in parish of ST STEPHENS BY LAUNCESTON RURAL (NORTH CORNWALL District), 200m Southwest of South Lodge, Werrington Park, on bend at top of hill, on Northeast side of road. Launceston pillar, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 18th century. 

Inscription reads:-
L
I 
Carved benchmark on top.

Grade II listed.  
List Entry Number: 1142913 <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142913" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1142913">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> 

Milestone Society National ID: CW_KHLA18.
Old Milestone by the B3254, north of Launceston
Carved stone post by the B3254, in parish of ST STEPHENS BY LAUNCESTON RURAL (NORTH CORNWALL District), 200m Southwest of South Lodge, Werrington Park, on bend at top of hill, on Northeast side of road. Launceston pillar, erected by the Launceston turnpike trust in the 18th century. Inscription reads:- L I Carved benchmark on top. Grade II listed. List Entry Number: 1142913 LinkExternal link Milestone Society National ID: CW_KHLA18.
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Wringsdown is located at Grid Ref: SX3187 (Lat: 50.658092, Lng: -4.3923497)

Unitary Authority: Cornwall

Police Authority: Devon and Cornwall

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