Barwick and Stoford

Civil Parish in Somerset South Somerset

England

Barwick and Stoford

Railway at Stoford Railway passing under the A37 near Yeovil Junction.
Railway at Stoford Credit: Wayland Smith

Barwick and Stoford is a civil parish located in the county of Somerset, England. It is situated approximately 3 miles southwest of Yeovil and covers an area of around 4 square miles. The parish is made up of two villages, Barwick and Stoford, which are separated by the River Yeo.

Barwick, the larger of the two villages, is a quintessential English village with a population of around 500 residents. It boasts a beautiful medieval church, St. Mary's Church, which dates back to the 13th century and is a prominent landmark in the area. The village also features a village hall, a primary school, and a couple of local shops and pubs.

Stoford, the smaller village, is located on the eastern side of the river. It has a population of approximately 200 residents and is known for its picturesque countryside views. The village is primarily residential, with a few small businesses and amenities scattered throughout.

The civil parish of Barwick and Stoford is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland, providing a peaceful and rural atmosphere. The area is popular among nature enthusiasts and walkers due to its scenic beauty and proximity to the countryside. It also offers easy access to nearby towns and cities, making it an attractive place for those seeking a balance between rural and urban lifestyles.

Overall, Barwick and Stoford is a charming civil parish that offers a close-knit community, historic landmarks, and stunning natural surroundings.

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Barwick and Stoford Images

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Railway at Stoford Railway passing under the A37 near Yeovil Junction.
Railway at Stoford
Railway passing under the A37 near Yeovil Junction.
Church of St John the Baptist In the centre of Yeovil, this 14th Century church is Grade I Listed.
Church of St John the Baptist
In the centre of Yeovil, this 14th Century church is Grade I Listed.
Small Waterfall in Ninesprings
Small Waterfall in Ninesprings
Clifton Road Taking a breather on a small hill. Was racing to catch a train at Yeovil Junction having got just over half an hour to get here from the closed line at Sherborne. (I made it)
Clifton Road
Taking a breather on a small hill. Was racing to catch a train at Yeovil Junction having got just over half an hour to get here from the closed line at Sherborne. (I made it)
Newton Road, Stoford First visit to Somerset for a while. Not far to the station!
Newton Road, Stoford
First visit to Somerset for a while. Not far to the station!
Ongoing Renovations In Yeovil At the top of Lower Middle St there used to be a bandstand but that has disappeared in the town updates.
Ongoing Renovations In Yeovil
At the top of Lower Middle St there used to be a bandstand but that has disappeared in the town updates.
Court House Barn The converted barn is used for charity events, small celebrations, meetings and a place to go for moments of quietness.  There is also a memorial field with trees planted in remembrance of loved ones.
Court House Barn
The converted barn is used for charity events, small celebrations, meetings and a place to go for moments of quietness. There is also a memorial field with trees planted in remembrance of loved ones.
Car park at Yeovil Junction station
Car park at Yeovil Junction station
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset Dating from 1380, the building is considered to be a fine example of 'Early Perpendicular' architecture.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset
Dating from 1380, the building is considered to be a fine example of 'Early Perpendicular' architecture.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset The nave.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset
The nave.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset North aisle window, depicting St Michael in the centre.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset
North aisle window, depicting St Michael in the centre.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset Holy Cross Chapel window, showing Christ in glory.
Above, are figures from the Old Testament. Immediately below Christ is Mary, his mother. Either side of Mary are eleven desciples of Christ.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset
Holy Cross Chapel window, showing Christ in glory. Above, are figures from the Old Testament. Immediately below Christ is Mary, his mother. Either side of Mary are eleven desciples of Christ.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset The North choir aisle window.
Unfortunately, the fine grille protective screen on the outside precludes a clear photograph.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset
The North choir aisle window. Unfortunately, the fine grille protective screen on the outside precludes a clear photograph.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset The East window, depicting the suffering and death of Christ.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset
The East window, depicting the suffering and death of Christ.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset The Trinity Chapel East window.
The bays depict the blind receiving their sight, the lame made to walk, the cleansing of lepers, the deaf being made to hear and the dead arising.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset
The Trinity Chapel East window. The bays depict the blind receiving their sight, the lame made to walk, the cleansing of lepers, the deaf being made to hear and the dead arising.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset The South Transept window, depicting the Last Supper, with Judas having a black halo.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset
The South Transept window, depicting the Last Supper, with Judas having a black halo.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset The South door window, representing words from Psalm 150.
St John the Baptist, Yeovil, Somerset
The South door window, representing words from Psalm 150.
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Barwick and Stoford is located at Grid Ref: ST5614 (Lat: 50.926329, Lng: -2.621645)

Administrative County: Somerset

District: South Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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