Broad Marston

Settlement in Gloucestershire Wychavon

England

Broad Marston

View towards Long Marston rail depot Looking NNE from the railway bridge on Long Marston Road.
View towards Long Marston rail depot Credit: David P Howard

Broad Marston is a small village located in the county of Gloucestershire, England. Situated about six miles southeast of the market town of Evesham, the village lies within the picturesque region known as the Cotswolds. With a population of approximately 300 residents, Broad Marston is known for its tranquil rural setting and charming countryside views.

The village is surrounded by rolling hills, meadows, and agricultural fields, making it an ideal destination for those seeking a peaceful retreat from the bustling city life. The local landscape is dotted with traditional Cotswold stone cottages and farmhouses, adding to the area's idyllic charm.

Broad Marston is home to a 12th-century parish church, St. Leonard's Church, which stands as a testament to the village's rich history. The church features stunning architectural details and is a focal point for both religious and community gatherings.

For outdoor enthusiasts, the village offers numerous opportunities for walking, hiking, and cycling along the scenic trails that crisscross the surrounding countryside. The nearby Cotswold Way, a long-distance footpath, provides access to stunning panoramic views of the region.

Despite its small size, Broad Marston benefits from its close proximity to larger towns like Evesham, ensuring easy access to amenities such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The village also benefits from a strong sense of community spirit, with various social events and activities organized throughout the year.

In conclusion, Broad Marston is a picturesque village nestled in the heart of Gloucestershire's Cotswold region. With its stunning natural beauty, rich history, and strong community ties, the village offers a peaceful and welcoming environment for residents and visitors alike.

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Broad Marston Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.116151/-1.792588 or Grid Reference SP1446. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

View towards Long Marston rail depot Looking NNE from the railway bridge on Long Marston Road.
View towards Long Marston rail depot
Looking NNE from the railway bridge on Long Marston Road.
Driveway to Marston Grange Driveway off Long Marston Road.
Driveway to Marston Grange
Driveway off Long Marston Road.
Lane near Broad Marston View east towards Marston Green along a small lane near Broad Marston.
Lane near Broad Marston
View east towards Marston Green along a small lane near Broad Marston.
Broad Marston Road Near Pitchall Farm.
Broad Marston Road
Near Pitchall Farm.
Bridleway to Honeybourne The bridleway runs alongside the railway, inside of the old railway boundary fence.
Bridleway to Honeybourne
The bridleway runs alongside the railway, inside of the old railway boundary fence.
Pylons and oil seed rape View west from Broad Marston Road near Lower Cottages.
The yellow flowers of the oil seed rape are well in flower.
Pylons and oil seed rape
View west from Broad Marston Road near Lower Cottages. The yellow flowers of the oil seed rape are well in flower.
Pebworth Fire Station On Stratford Road south of Pebworth.
Pebworth Fire Station
On Stratford Road south of Pebworth.
Tree near Oakhouse Farm View west from Stratford Road across a field of oil seed rape in flower, towards a lone tree on the horizon.
Tree near Oakhouse Farm
View west from Stratford Road across a field of oil seed rape in flower, towards a lone tree on the horizon.
View from the bridge Looking south west from the railway bridge on Long Marston Road.
View from the bridge
Looking south west from the railway bridge on Long Marston Road.
Site of Long Marston station, 2007 View northward, towards Stratford-on- Avon and Birmingham, ex-GWR Cheltenham - Honeybourne - Stratford - Birmingham main line. The station here was closed 3/1/66, but until August 1976 when the through route closed to freight (to passengers a year earlier), only a stub was left to serve the large Ministry of Defence Depot here from Honeybourne - to the south here, behind the camera. (Cf. <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/1982757">SP1547 : Stratford-upon-Avon Greenway</a> (by Phillip Halling) and other views).
Site of Long Marston station, 2007
View northward, towards Stratford-on- Avon and Birmingham, ex-GWR Cheltenham - Honeybourne - Stratford - Birmingham main line. The station here was closed 3/1/66, but until August 1976 when the through route closed to freight (to passengers a year earlier), only a stub was left to serve the large Ministry of Defence Depot here from Honeybourne - to the south here, behind the camera. (Cf. SP1547 : Stratford-upon-Avon Greenway (by Phillip Halling) and other views).
Site of Long Marston station, 2007 View southward, opposite my <a href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/5562103">SP1547 : Site of Long Marston station, 2007</a> - which see for more detail, and an entry to the MoD Long Marston Depot off Station Road.
Site of Long Marston station, 2007
View southward, opposite my SP1547 : Site of Long Marston station, 2007 - which see for more detail, and an entry to the MoD Long Marston Depot off Station Road.
Long Marston Church St James The Great.
Long Marston Church
St James The Great.
Long Marston railway station (site), Warwickshire Opened in 1859 by the Oxford Worcester and Wolverhampton Railway, later part of the Great Western Railway, on what became the line from Cheltenham to Stratford-upon-Avon, this station closed in 1966.
View south west from the former level crossing towards Pebworth and Cheltenham. New industrial premises have been erected on the site of the station building and platforms. Incredibly, 43 years after the track was lifted along the route, rails can still clearly be seen embedded in the road surface to the right of this image.
Long Marston railway station (site), Warwickshire
Opened in 1859 by the Oxford Worcester and Wolverhampton Railway, later part of the Great Western Railway, on what became the line from Cheltenham to Stratford-upon-Avon, this station closed in 1966. View south west from the former level crossing towards Pebworth and Cheltenham. New industrial premises have been erected on the site of the station building and platforms. Incredibly, 43 years after the track was lifted along the route, rails can still clearly be seen embedded in the road surface to the right of this image.
View from the former Cheltenham-Stratford-upon-Avon railway line - unnamed farm near Broad Marston
View from the former Cheltenham-Stratford-upon-Avon railway line - unnamed farm near Broad Marston
Church of St James the Great at Long Marston Lovely Church unfortunately no access today.
Church of St James the Great at Long Marston
Lovely Church unfortunately no access today.
Bench Mark at the Church of St James the Great at Long Marston Bench mark found on the South east corner of church
Bench Mark at the Church of St James the Great at Long Marston
Bench mark found on the South east corner of church
St James the Great, Long Marston
St James the Great, Long Marston
Spring blossom outside Pebworth Church
Spring blossom outside Pebworth Church
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Broad Marston is located at Grid Ref: SP1446 (Lat: 52.116151, Lng: -1.792588)

Administrative County: Worcestershire

District: Wychavon

Police Authority: West Mercia

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Located within 500m of 52.116151,-1.792588
Railway: level_crossing
Lat/Long: 52.11224/-1.7891649
Bus Stop
Orchard Dene
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Public Transport: platform
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Broad Marston
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Post Box
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Broad Marston
Historic Railway: halt
Railway: site
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Wikipedia: en:Broad Marston Halt railway station
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