Allington

Civil Parish in Wiltshire

England

Allington

St John the Baptist, Allington
St John the Baptist, Allington Credit: Richard Webb

Allington is a civil parish located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated approximately 1.5 miles southeast of the town of Devizes, it covers an area of about 2.6 square miles. The parish is primarily a residential area with a population of around 1,000 people.

The village of Allington is nestled in the heart of the Wiltshire countryside, surrounded by picturesque farmland and rolling hills. It is known for its charming rural character, with a mix of traditional thatched cottages and modern housing developments. The parish also includes the hamlet of All Cannings, which lies to the east.

Allington is home to the Allington Barrow, an ancient burial mound that dates back to the Neolithic period. This archaeological site is a significant historical feature and attracts visitors interested in the area's rich heritage.

The parish benefits from a range of amenities, including a primary school, a village hall, and a local pub. It offers a peaceful and close-knit community atmosphere, with various social events and gatherings organized throughout the year.

The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for outdoor activities, such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. The nearby town of Devizes provides additional amenities, including shops, supermarkets, and a leisure center.

Overall, Allington, Wiltshire, is a charming and idyllic rural parish, offering a tranquil lifestyle and a strong sense of community.

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Allington Images

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St John the Baptist, Allington
St John the Baptist, Allington
Churchyard, Allington
Churchyard, Allington
Path through the churchyard, Allington
Path through the churchyard, Allington
Boscombe: the city limits
Boscombe: the city limits
Rush hour in Allington
Rush hour in Allington
Allington: two bridges, no water...
Allington: two bridges, no water...
St Andrew, Newton Toney: September 2023
St Andrew, Newton Toney: September 2023
St Andrew, Newton Toney: grave of a baronet That of Sir Henry Charles Eden Malet, 3rd Baronet. His father <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sir_Alexander_Malet,_2nd_Baronet" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sir_Alexander_Malet,_2nd_Baronet">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> and son <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Malet" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Malet">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> have Wikipedia entries.
St Andrew, Newton Toney: grave of a baronet
That of Sir Henry Charles Eden Malet, 3rd Baronet. His father LinkExternal link and son LinkExternal link have Wikipedia entries.
Grassland near Newton Tony The chalk grassland is rich in wildflowers and is also a wonderful habitat for farmland birds, small mammals and invertebrates.  The curve of the trees indicates the line of the dismantled railway line.
Grassland near Newton Tony
The chalk grassland is rich in wildflowers and is also a wonderful habitat for farmland birds, small mammals and invertebrates. The curve of the trees indicates the line of the dismantled railway line.
Restricted byway near Amesbury Junction The restricted byway takes you across downland to Grately Lodge.
Restricted byway near Amesbury Junction
The restricted byway takes you across downland to Grately Lodge.
Restricted byway near Amesbury Junction The restricted byway makes its way between fields to join the Roman Road.
Restricted byway near Amesbury Junction
The restricted byway makes its way between fields to join the Roman Road.
Rest A While A seat has been kindly provided for those of us who need to rest as they make their way towards Amesbury Junction.
Rest A While
A seat has been kindly provided for those of us who need to rest as they make their way towards Amesbury Junction.
Byway, Amesbury Junction The byway runs along the course of a Roman Road.
Byway, Amesbury Junction
The byway runs along the course of a Roman Road.
Soon to be blackberries, Amesbury Junction There will be an abundant supply of blackberries later in the year.

According to folklore, the berries should not be eaten after Michaelmas (29th September) because, it was said, the Devil spat on them, and they become mushy and insipid. The origin is probably due to the flesh fly, which dribbles saliva on the berries in order to suck up the juice. Brambles were sometimes planted on graves “to stop the dead from walking on them”. In July, female Shield Bugs tend their young in the bramble patches. This was considered by all to be the food of the faeries and it was extremely taboo to eat them within Celtic Britain.
Soon to be blackberries, Amesbury Junction
There will be an abundant supply of blackberries later in the year. According to folklore, the berries should not be eaten after Michaelmas (29th September) because, it was said, the Devil spat on them, and they become mushy and insipid. The origin is probably due to the flesh fly, which dribbles saliva on the berries in order to suck up the juice. Brambles were sometimes planted on graves “to stop the dead from walking on them”. In July, female Shield Bugs tend their young in the bramble patches. This was considered by all to be the food of the faeries and it was extremely taboo to eat them within Celtic Britain.
Bridleway, Amesbury Junction The bridleway runs along the course of the Roman Road.
Bridleway, Amesbury Junction
The bridleway runs along the course of the Roman Road.
Farm track near Newton Tony The farm track crosses the course of the dismantled railway.  It is not a right of way.
Farm track near Newton Tony
The farm track crosses the course of the dismantled railway. It is not a right of way.
A338 at The Old Inn, Allington
A338 at The Old Inn, Allington
A338 at Boscombe village boundary
A338 at Boscombe village boundary
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Allington is located at Grid Ref: SU2138 (Lat: 51.144611, Lng: -1.699762)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire

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