Buckminster

Civil Parish in Leicestershire Melton

England

Buckminster

Benchmark on St John the Baptist's Church Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at <span class="nowrap"><a title="www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm61430" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://www.bench-marks.org.uk/bm61430">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> — Benchmark on St John the Baptist's Church Credit: Phil Richards

Buckminster is a small civil parish located in the county of Leicestershire, England. It is situated approximately 10 miles east of the city of Leicester and covers an area of around 1.5 square miles. The parish is rural in nature and is surrounded by picturesque countryside, making it a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat.

The village of Buckminster itself is quaint and charming, with a population of around 200 residents. It is known for its traditional English architecture, with many buildings dating back several centuries. The centerpiece of the village is the historic Buckminster Hall, a Grade II listed building that was once the ancestral home of the Buckminster family.

Despite its small size, Buckminster has a strong sense of community, with various local events and activities organized throughout the year. The parish also has a village hall, which serves as a hub for social gatherings and community meetings.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor pursuits, such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. The area is dotted with footpaths and bridleways, providing access to the beautiful Leicestershire landscape.

Overall, Buckminster is a charming and tranquil civil parish, offering a peaceful and idyllic lifestyle for its residents and attracting visitors with its natural beauty and rural charm.

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Buckminster Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.788227/-0.698774 or Grid Reference SK8721. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Benchmark on St John the Baptist's Church

Ordnance Survey cut mark benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at Link

Phil Richards

St John the Baptist's Church

There is an Ordnance Survey benchmark SK8723 : Benchmark on St John the Baptist's Church on the corner of the church in the middle of the image

Phil Richards

Benchmark on building on NW side of Main Street

Ordnance Survey flush bracket (serial number 1237) benchmark described on the Bench Mark Database at Link

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Building with new spiral staircase on NW side of B676

There is an Ordnance Survey flush bracket SK8822 : Benchmark on building on NW side of Main Street on the right hand side of the building behind the fire escape

Phil Richards