Buttermere

Civil Parish in Wiltshire

England

Buttermere

Buttermere is a civil parish located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated in the picturesque region of South West England, it is part of the Salisbury district. The parish covers an area of approximately 5 square kilometers and is home to a small population.

The landscape of Buttermere is characterized by its rolling hills and lush green fields, offering stunning views to its residents and visitors alike. The parish is surrounded by several other civil parishes, including Stratford Toney, West Dean, and Fovant.

The village of Buttermere itself is a charming and tranquil place, with a few scattered houses and cottages. It is primarily an agricultural area, with farming being the main occupation of the local residents. The rich and fertile soil of the region supports the cultivation of various crops and the rearing of livestock.

Buttermere is known for its close proximity to the famous Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument that attracts tourists from all over the world. The parish is also situated near the A30 road, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.

Despite its small size, Buttermere offers a peaceful and idyllic countryside living experience. It is a place where residents can enjoy the beauty of nature, take leisurely walks, and find respite from the hustle and bustle of city life.

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Buttermere Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.345368/-1.512674 or Grid Reference SU3460. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Farmland, Buttermere

A cereal crop and shallow dry valley to the west of Heath Lane.

Andrew Smith

Pasture, Buttermere

A bridleway approaching the junction of paths below Rockmoor Down.

Andrew Smith

Farmland, Vernhams Dean

A permitted footpath follows the edge of this field of barley to the east of Upper Horns Farm.

Andrew Smith

Fields near Upper Horns Farm

David Purchase

Timber from Buttermere Wood

David Purchase

The track to Vernham Dean

At the crossroads just behind the photographer, the arms of the signpost point north, east, south (this track) and west. But only north and east are on surfaced roads. It would be unwise to take a normal car south or west!

David Purchase

Descending the Test Way

Approaching a crossroads of paths with the Test Way continuing to the left at the foot of this hill.

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Path crossroads on the Test Way

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Rockmoor Lane crossroads within Heath Plantation

Stuart Logan

Rockmoor Lane junction with Heath Lane

Call me fanciful: but do the trees resemble heads, talking to one another across the lane?

Stuart Logan

Lane junction on Hungerford Road

Stuart Logan

Direction Sign â Signpost on Rockmoor Lane in Vernhams Dean

Located on the southwest side of a crossroads of Rockmoor Lane and two lanes in Heath Plantation. Vernhams Dean parish. 4 arms and annulus finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: HA_SU3458

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Footpath to Ballyack House

Colin Bates

Looking South

Colin Bates

Heath Plantation Crossroads

Colin Bates

On the Test Way near Buttermere

The route has wandered some way from the river, out of Hampshire and along the Berkshire/Wiltshire boundary. It is strange to see Hampshire County Council waymarkers here. The path, which links up with the Wayfarers' Walk between Gallows Down and Walbury Hill, turns left here into Combe Wood.

Andrew Smith

Beside Combe Wood

The Test Way descends between the trees opposite.

Andrew Smith

Footpath through wheat, Henley

The route of the path heading ENE from Moordown Farm is, unlike some locally, clearly marked. The path soon heads out of the grid-square on its way towards Buttermere such that the copse to the left is outside of the grid-square though most of the hedgerow in the valley is within it.

Andrew Smith

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Buttermere is located at Grid Ref: SU3460 (Lat: 51.345368, Lng: -1.512674)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire