Alderton

Settlement in Wiltshire

England

Alderton

Alderton is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated approximately 6 miles northwest of the town of Chippenham, it falls within the North Wiltshire district. The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, offering a peaceful and picturesque setting for its residents.

Alderton has a modest population of around 500 people, residing in a mix of traditional stone-built cottages and more modern housing developments. The village boasts a close-knit community, with various social events and activities organized throughout the year, fostering a strong sense of belonging among its residents.

The heart of Alderton revolves around its local pub, The White Hart Inn, which serves as a meeting point for locals and visitors alike. The village also features a small primary school, providing education for the children within the community.

While Alderton may be small in size, it benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities. Chippenham, with its wider range of amenities, including shops, supermarkets, and leisure facilities, is easily accessible by car or public transport. Additionally, the village benefits from excellent transport links, with the M4 motorway just a short drive away, connecting Alderton to major cities such as Bristol and London.

In summary, Alderton offers a tranquil and tight-knit community within the idyllic Wiltshire countryside, making it an attractive place to live for those seeking a peaceful and scenic lifestyle with the convenience of nearby amenities.

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Alderton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.545071/-2.234593 or Grid Reference ST8382. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Vipers Lodge

Alan Hughes

An English view

Towards St Mary’s Church.

Alan Hughes

Luckington Methodist Church

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The Old Royal Ship

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George VI Ludlow wall-mounted post box

Unusually painted black. See Link

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The Pump House, Luckington

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Cast iron pump

The pump which gives the pump house its name. See ST8383 : The Pump House, Luckington.

Alan Hughes

Road to Luckington

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Barn near Heiden Leaze Farm

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Track to The Potteries

Alan Hughes

Old Milestone, Luckington

On the SE side of the B4040 Luckington Road. First erected by the Faringdon to Acton Turville Turnpike Trust. Inscription (was): Malmesbury 8 / Bristol 19 Milestone Society National ID: WI_MYBR08

Tom Blanden

AA sign on the Old Post Office

Luckington Post Office closed on this site by the village green in The Street in 2016, although some Post Office facilities are now available on Wednesday lunchtimes at the Old Royal Ship pub Link

. On one wall can be seen a Ludlow post box ST8383 : George VI Ludlow wall-mounted post box, presumably black to indicate that it is no longer in use. On another wall is an old AA mileage plaque, reading as follows: 'Automobile Association - Sherston 2 - LUCKINGTON - Acton Turville 3 - London 103 - SAFETY FIRST'.

HelenK

Luckington houses [3]

Whitehouse, Sherston Road, is a former farmhouse. Built in the 18th century of rendered rubble stone under a stone slate roof. There is a 19th century porch and a later rear wing. Listed, grade II, with details at: Link

Luckington is a village in northwest Wiltshire, close to the border with Gloucestershire, some 6½ miles southwest of Malmesbury and about 8½ miles northwest of Chippenham. The village is mentioned in the Domesday Book as Lochintone. Five roads meet at Luckington, including the former main Oxford to Bristol road via Malmesbury and Sherston.

Michael Dibb

Luckington houses [4]

Rose Cottage, Sherston Road, was formerly two cottages, now one. Built circa 1800 and mid 19th century of rubble stone, with roofs partly of stone slate and partly of Bridgwater tiles. Listed, for group value, grade II, with details at: Link

Michael Dibb

Luckington buildings [7]

This Primitive Methodist chapel was opened in 1903. Built of corrugated iron in tin tabernacle style. Luckington is a village in northwest Wiltshire, close to the border with Gloucestershire, some 6½ miles southwest of Malmesbury and about 8½ miles northwest of Chippenham. The village is mentioned in the Domesday Book as Lochintone. Five roads meet at Luckington, including the former main Oxford to Bristol road via Malmesbury and Sherston.

Michael Dibb

Luckington buildings [8]

This school was built as a National School in 1874. It later became Luckington Primary School and was renamed Luckington Community School in 2010. Constructed of rendered brick under a slate roof. Luckington is a village in northwest Wiltshire, close to the border with Gloucestershire, some 6½ miles southwest of Malmesbury and about 8½ miles northwest of Chippenham. The village is mentioned in the Domesday Book as Lochintone. Five roads meet at Luckington, including the former main Oxford to Bristol road via Malmesbury and Sherston.

Michael Dibb

The road from Alderton to Sherston

Villages in this corner of Wiltshire are linked by lanes which wind round the edges of fields and meet one another at unexpected angles. This New Year's Day walk was dry but as can be seen there had been a lot of rain, leaving mud spread around the road. Taken at midday.

HelenK

Alderton Duck Pond

Alderton has a duck pond with an unusually large range of native and non-native species of wildfowl on it (presumably they have their wings clipped). An explanation board, shown here, has illustrations of what you may expect to see. "The Neeld Estate gave the pond and village green to local Trustees to hold on behalf of the Alderton Villagers in 1970. In 2009 it was registered as a Charity (1094916) and the deeds invested in the name of the Official Custodian of Charities to hold on behalf of the villagers." Link

See ST8382 : Alderton Duck Pond, with Black Swan for another view. In 2019 the pond was restocked following depredations by an otter.

HelenK

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Alderton is located at Grid Ref: ST8382 (Lat: 51.545071, Lng: -2.234593)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire