Wynford Eagle

Settlement in Dorset

England

Wynford Eagle

View south from Maiden Newton This was one of the latest spring snowfalls I can remember. I even saw Swallows flying around the snowy landscape! — View south from Maiden Newton Credit: Bob Ford

Wynford Eagle is a small village located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated in the West Dorset district, it is nestled in the picturesque countryside, surrounded by rolling hills and scenic landscapes. The village is located approximately 3 miles southeast of the town of Maiden Newton and 5 miles northwest of the county town of Dorchester.

With a population of around 200 residents, Wynford Eagle offers a peaceful and tranquil setting for those seeking a rural escape. The village is known for its charming thatched cottages, which add to its quintessentially English character. The village also features a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed Wynford Eagle House and the 13th-century St. Lawrence Church.

Despite its small size, Wynford Eagle has a strong sense of community, with various local events and gatherings taking place throughout the year. The village is home to a village hall, which serves as a focal point for social activities and community meetings.

The surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous walking and cycling routes to explore. Just a short distance away is Eggardon Hill, an Iron Age hillfort, which provides breathtaking views of the countryside.

In terms of amenities, Wynford Eagle has limited facilities, with no shops or pubs within the village itself. However, nearby towns and villages offer a range of services, ensuring that residents have access to essential amenities.

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Wynford Eagle Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 50.761866/-2.5911576 or Grid Reference SY5895. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View south from Maiden Newton

This was one of the latest spring snowfalls I can remember. I even saw Swallows flying around the snowy landscape!

Bob Ford

An Eagle at Wynford Eagle

Wynford Eagle is a creepy sort of place and this eagle poised on an impressive house doesn't help.

Graham Clutton

Wheat field above Cruxton

looking north

Sheila Russell

Lane from Cruxton to Frome Vauchurch

To get out of Cruxton (a cul-de-sac except to walkers and cyclists) you have to go along this road which cuts through the extreme north-eastern corner of the square. High hedges prevent anything being seen other than this small section of road within the square.

Graham Horn

Signpost at SY599948

Dorset County footpath signposts have the grid reference marked on them. Useful to confirm where you are, in this case easy to position on Geograph at SY599948.

Graham Horn

Bridge Across River Frome

This utilitarian bridge carries a minor road from Frome Vauchurch to Maiden Newton across the River Frome.

Graham Horn

Deer on the Macmillan Way

As I was heading into the strong south-westerly wind these deer lying in the long grass had not heard me coming. Nor had I seen them until I was about 20 feet away as only their heads were showing. Then all action - me getting the camera out, them running. On the Macmillan Way above Cruxton.

Graham Horn

Water trough above Cruxton

A wet and misty day hides all the extensive views from the top of the climb out of Cruxton. So instead all one can see are the immediate things; hedgerows, water troughs, the remains of some animal feed.

Graham Horn

Deer on the Macmillan Way

After the previous picture, one deer had already bolted. This one was still weighing up its options, before choosing to follow the first one, directly through the hedge on the right.

Graham Horn

Tea stop in the rain

Walking through the long pasture grass was not pleasant in the rain and the strong south-westerly wind. This stile in the field corner provided some protection for a tea stop.

Graham Horn

View from SY599948

The signpost helpfully displays a grid reference on the other side. This would be a view in better weather. Choice of paths here.

Graham Horn

Notton Hill Barn

Now converted into a private residence.

Graham Horn

Frome Vauchurch: parish church of St. Francis of Assisi

Another well-hidden, tiny Dorset church – it is basically Norman, with a Victorian chancel added. For its diminutive size, it has a rather large churchyard. The roof was replaced in 1879. See also SY5997 : Frome Vauchurch church: interior

Chris Downer

Toller Fratrum: parish church of St. Basil

The lovely and interesting little church in the tiny parish of Toller Fratrum.

Chris Downer

Twelfth century font

The font, with its odd figures, in Toller Fratrum church.

Chris Downer

Manor Farmhouse Wynford Eagle

This is the manor house that was rebuilt in 1630 by William Sydenham (date on the porch), and which has remained unaltered ever since. Grade II* listed. The northings line (96000) of the grid reference was verified by GPS, and found to literally cross the entrance gate threshold, from where this photo was taken.

Mike Searle