Acton Beauchamp

Civil Parish in Worcestershire

England

Acton Beauchamp

Lane junction for Lower Barrow
Lane junction for Lower Barrow Credit: Peter Whatley

Acton Beauchamp is a civil parish located in the county of Worcestershire, England. Situated approximately 12 miles east of the city of Hereford and 6 miles west of the town of Bromyard, Acton Beauchamp covers an area of around 1,300 acres.

The parish is predominantly rural, with a population of around 200 residents. It is characterized by its picturesque countryside scenery, rolling hills, and charming village atmosphere. The landscape is primarily agricultural, with fields and farmland dominating the area.

The village itself is small, with a handful of traditional stone houses and cottages. The centerpiece of Acton Beauchamp is the Church of St. Giles, a Grade II listed building dating back to the 12th century. The church features a Norman tower and a beautiful interior, attracting visitors interested in history and architecture.

Though Acton Beauchamp is a quiet and peaceful place, it benefits from its proximity to nearby towns and cities. Residents have easy access to a range of amenities and services, including schools, shops, and healthcare facilities. The parish also benefits from good transport links, with major roads connecting it to surrounding areas.

Overall, Acton Beauchamp is a charming and idyllic countryside parish, appreciated for its rural beauty, historical landmarks, and tranquil lifestyle.

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Acton Beauchamp Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.149326/-2.449807 or Grid Reference SO6950. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Lane junction for Lower Barrow
Lane junction for Lower Barrow
Sheep grazing near Acton Green Sheep grazing in rolling farmland near Acton Green.  The Malvern Hills can be seen on the horizon.
Sheep grazing near Acton Green
Sheep grazing in rolling farmland near Acton Green. The Malvern Hills can be seen on the horizon.
Gate piers to Church House (Acton Beauchamp) These entrance gates are attached to the gate piers, placed adjacent to St. Giles' parish church.
Gate piers to Church House (Acton Beauchamp)
These entrance gates are attached to the gate piers, placed adjacent to St. Giles' parish church.
Path to St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp) This grassy path leads you to the grounds of St. Giles' parish church, which is in a tranquil location by Church House and Church Farm.
Path to St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp)
This grassy path leads you to the grounds of St. Giles' parish church, which is in a tranquil location by Church House and Church Farm.
Entrance gates to St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp) Placed south of St. Giles' parish church are these wooden entrance gates, which has "Saint Giles" written on the vertical lines.
Entrance gates to St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp)
Placed south of St. Giles' parish church are these wooden entrance gates, which has "Saint Giles" written on the vertical lines.
Entrance gates to St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp) Placed south of St. Giles' parish church are these wooden entrance gates, which has "Saint Giles" written on the vertical lines.
Entrance gates to St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp)
Placed south of St. Giles' parish church are these wooden entrance gates, which has "Saint Giles" written on the vertical lines.
Path to St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp) This grassy path leads you to the grounds of St. Giles' parish church, which is in a tranquil location by Church House and Church Farm.
Path to St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp)
This grassy path leads you to the grounds of St. Giles' parish church, which is in a tranquil location by Church House and Church Farm.
St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp) Here is the parish church of St. Giles in Acton Beauchamp, hidden in a tranquil situation with many yew trees surrounding the building. 
Originally built in the 12th and 15th centuries, the present building mainly dates from 1819 with few exceptions. This is one of the few Georgian churches in Herefordshire, along with Shobdon and Brimfield.
St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp)
Here is the parish church of St. Giles in Acton Beauchamp, hidden in a tranquil situation with many yew trees surrounding the building. Originally built in the 12th and 15th centuries, the present building mainly dates from 1819 with few exceptions. This is one of the few Georgian churches in Herefordshire, along with Shobdon and Brimfield.
St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp) Here is the parish church of St. Giles in Acton Beauchamp, hidden in a tranquil situation with many yew trees surrounding the building. Originally built in the 12th and 15th centuries, the present building mainly dates from 1819 with few exceptions. This is one of the few Georgian churches in Herefordshire, along with Shobdon and Brimfield.
St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp)
Here is the parish church of St. Giles in Acton Beauchamp, hidden in a tranquil situation with many yew trees surrounding the building. Originally built in the 12th and 15th centuries, the present building mainly dates from 1819 with few exceptions. This is one of the few Georgian churches in Herefordshire, along with Shobdon and Brimfield.
Churchyard at St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp) The churchyard outside St. Giles' parish church contains many graves as seen here.
Churchyard at St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp)
The churchyard outside St. Giles' parish church contains many graves as seen here.
St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp) Here is the west bell tower at Acton Beauchamp parish church, which is Medieval. The tower has a pyramid roof on top.
St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp)
Here is the west bell tower at Acton Beauchamp parish church, which is Medieval. The tower has a pyramid roof on top.
Lintel at St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp) This lintel set is situated above the south doorway of the west bell tower, which features a section of an Anglo-Saxon cross-shaft from around the 9th century.
Lintel at St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp)
This lintel set is situated above the south doorway of the west bell tower, which features a section of an Anglo-Saxon cross-shaft from around the 9th century.
St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp) Here is the west bell tower at Acton Beauchamp parish church, which is Medieval. The tower has a pyramid roof on top.
St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp)
Here is the west bell tower at Acton Beauchamp parish church, which is Medieval. The tower has a pyramid roof on top.
Churchyard at St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp) The churchyard outside St. Giles' parish church contains many graves as seen here. The recent addition of a handrail on the ascent of the hill is brilliant.
Churchyard at St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp)
The churchyard outside St. Giles' parish church contains many graves as seen here. The recent addition of a handrail on the ascent of the hill is brilliant.
St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp) Here is the west bell tower at Acton Beauchamp parish church, which is Medieval. The tower has a pyramid roof on top.
St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp)
Here is the west bell tower at Acton Beauchamp parish church, which is Medieval. The tower has a pyramid roof on top.
Entrance to St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp) Situated on the south face of the west bell tower is this entrance door (locked), with an Anglo-Saxon <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7219573">SO6750 : Lintel at St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp)</a> above.
Entrance to St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp)
Situated on the south face of the west bell tower is this entrance door (locked), with an Anglo-Saxon SO6750 : Lintel at St. Giles' church (Bell tower | Acton Beauchamp) above.
Churchyard at St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp) The churchyard outside St. Giles' parish church contains many graves.
Churchyard at St. Giles' church (Acton Beauchamp)
The churchyard outside St. Giles' parish church contains many graves.
St. Giles' church (Font | Acton Beauchamp) The font in the west end of the nave was built in the late 15th century. 
Note the Severn Valley Railway cap on the bench!
St. Giles' church (Font | Acton Beauchamp)
The font in the west end of the nave was built in the late 15th century. Note the Severn Valley Railway cap on the bench!
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Acton Beauchamp is located at Grid Ref: SO6950 (Lat: 52.149326, Lng: -2.449807)

Unitary Authority: County of Herefordshire

Police Authority: West Mercia

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