Ampney St. Peter

Civil Parish in Gloucestershire Cotswold

England

Ampney St. Peter

Stone Stile, Driffield Just NW of the village, Gloucestershire footpath BDD12 looking North. The view SW is <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/7069629">SU0799 : Stone Stile, Driffield</a>. — Stone Stile, Driffield Credit: Mr Red

Ampney St. Peter is a civil parish located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles east of the town of Cirencester, the parish covers an area of around 1.6 square miles. It is bordered by the parishes of Ampney Crucis to the west, Poulton to the east, and Harnhill to the north.

The village of Ampney St. Peter itself is small and picturesque, with a population of around 300 residents. It is known for its charming Cotswold stone houses and beautiful countryside surroundings. The parish is predominantly rural, characterized by rolling hills, open fields, and patches of woodland.

The village is home to the Grade I listed St. Peter's Church, which dates back to the 12th century. This historic building features a distinctive Perpendicular style tower and houses several interesting architectural features. The church is an important local landmark and a popular destination for visitors interested in history and heritage.

Agriculture plays a significant role in the local economy, with farming being the main occupation for many residents. The fertile soil and favorable climate of the area make it ideal for arable farming and livestock rearing.

Ampney St. Peter offers a peaceful and idyllic setting, attracting those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle. The parish benefits from good transport links, with the nearby A417 road providing easy access to surrounding towns and cities.

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Ampney St. Peter Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.705233/-1.874211 or Grid Reference SP0800. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Stone Stile, Driffield

Just NW of the village, Gloucestershire footpath BDD12 looking North. The view SW is SU0799 : Stone Stile, Driffield.

Mr Red

Stone Stile, Driffield

Just NW of the village, Gloucestershire footpath BDD12 looking SW. The view North is SU0799 : Stone Stile, Driffield.

Mr Red

Stone Stile Driffield

Along the drive of Hillside, at their rear wall on Gloucestershire footpath BDD11 looking NE. The view from the field is SU0799 : Stone Stile Driffield.

Jayne Tovey

Stone Stile Driffield

Along the drive of Hillside, at their rear wall on Gloucestershire footpath BDD11 looking NE. The view from the field is SU0799 : Stone Stile Driffield.

Jayne Tovey

The Lodge to Poulton Priory

The Lodge and gates at the entrance to Poulton Priory. Pevsner describes Poulton Priory as 'a large stone Tudor-Renaissance house of 1895-97 for James Joicey by Charles J. Blomfield (Sir Arthur Blomfield & Son)', though the house doesn't appear to be listed. In medieval times the Gilbertine Priory founded in 1350 by Thomas de Sancto Mauro (or Seymour) stood nearby.

Philip Halling

Country road near Poulton

Country road between Down Ampney and Poulton.

Philip Halling

Farmland near Poulton

Philip Halling

Minor road to Driffield

N Chadwick

Dudley Farmland

The square is mostly farmland and this view is of wheat being grown in the south eastern section of the square.

Pam Brophy

Intersection near Ampney Crucis

This intersection is in the north eastern section of the square which consists of a number of minor roads, the A417 to Ampney St Peter, Ampney Brook and farmland. This residence is typical of those in this square and consists of a couple of attached cottages.

Pam Brophy

Red Lion at Intersection

This square contains the village of Ampney St Peter, farmland, the A417 and a minor road. The Red Lion is at the intersection in the eastern section of the square.

Pam Brophy

Farmland near Ampney St Peter

The square consists of farmland and the village. This view of the farmland was taken at the intersection in the eastern half looking more or less south west.

Pam Brophy

View of A417 near Ampney St Peter

This view looks west along the A417 towards Ampney St Peter in the eastern section of the square. It appears characteristic of this region to find residences like this at road junctions.

Pam Brophy

Quarry Farm Entrance near Ampney St Mary's

The square is mostly farmland. This is the entrance to Quarry Farm which is on the northern side of the road in the south eastern section of the square.

Pam Brophy

Country Road from Ampney St Mary's to the Roman Road

This track with public access is about 2.5km long and is fine for motor vehicle but is best negotiated with a 4 x 4 towards the end.

Pam Brophy

Manor Farmyard: Ampney St Mary's

This square is mostly farming area but also contains the village of Ampney St Marys. This farmyard is between the two minor roads in the south eastern section of the square.

Pam Brophy