Freshford

Civil Parish in Somerset

England

Freshford

Pipehouse Lane
Pipehouse Lane Credit: Anthony Parkes

Freshford is a civil parish located in the county of Somerset, England. Situated in the Avon Valley, it lies approximately 6 miles south-east of the city of Bath and 15 miles west of Trowbridge. With a population of around 700 residents, Freshford is a small and picturesque village that offers a peaceful and idyllic countryside setting.

The village is characterized by its charming stone-built houses and historic buildings, including the 12th-century Church of St. Peter. Surrounded by rolling hills and lush green fields, Freshford is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts. The River Frome runs through the village, providing opportunities for fishing and riverside walks.

Freshford has a strong sense of community, with various local amenities and organizations that bring residents together. These include a village shop and post office, a primary school, a community hall, and a cricket club. The village also hosts regular events and activities, such as the Freshford Village Festival and the Freshford Show, which showcase local talent and foster community spirit.

Transportation in Freshford is facilitated by a railway station that provides links to Bath, Bristol, and other nearby towns. The village is also well-connected to major road networks, with the A36 running nearby.

Overall, Freshford offers a charming rural lifestyle within close proximity to the city of Bath. With its scenic beauty, strong community spirit, and range of amenities, it is a highly sought-after location for both residents and visitors alike.

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Freshford Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.340051/-2.314931 or Grid Reference ST7860. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Pipehouse Lane
Pipehouse Lane
The Shrubbery Woodland - near Sharpstone
The Shrubbery Woodland - near Sharpstone
Direction Sign – Signpost on Green Lane in Hinton Charterhouse parish Located on the southeast side of a junction on Green Lane in Hinton Charterhouse parish. 1 arm and pyramid finial. See also <a title="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4886057" href="https://www.geograph.org.uk/photo/4886057">Link</a>.

Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST7758A
Direction Sign – Signpost on Green Lane in Hinton Charterhouse parish
Located on the southeast side of a junction on Green Lane in Hinton Charterhouse parish. 1 arm and pyramid finial. See also Link. Milestone Society National ID: SO_ST7758A
Bridge over the River Frome at Freshford
Bridge over the River Frome at Freshford
A sharp bend in the Kennet & Avon Canal below Avoncliff Wood
A sharp bend in the Kennet & Avon Canal below Avoncliff Wood
Avoncliff : Kennet & Avon Canal Looking along the Kennet & Avon Canal.
Avoncliff : Kennet & Avon Canal
Looking along the Kennet & Avon Canal.
Avoncliff : Kennet & Avon Canal Looking along the Kennet & Avon Canal.
Avoncliff : Kennet & Avon Canal
Looking along the Kennet & Avon Canal.
Avoncliff : Kennet & Avon Canal Looking along the Kennet & Avon Canal.
Avoncliff : Kennet & Avon Canal
Looking along the Kennet & Avon Canal.
Avoncliff : Railway The railway seen from the canal towpath.
Avoncliff : Railway
The railway seen from the canal towpath.
2011 : Kennet & Avon Canal west of Avoncliff A long straight stretch hidden by the wide variety of boats to be seen on the K&A. A mixture of craft, broad beam (up to 14 ft) and narrow, usually 6ft 10ins.
Privately owned craft rub cheek by jowl with hire boats. Anything from 8 ft length to 72 (yes 72) ft. Though the only horse drawn boat I know of is usually at Kintbury.
2011 : Kennet & Avon Canal west of Avoncliff
A long straight stretch hidden by the wide variety of boats to be seen on the K&A. A mixture of craft, broad beam (up to 14 ft) and narrow, usually 6ft 10ins. Privately owned craft rub cheek by jowl with hire boats. Anything from 8 ft length to 72 (yes 72) ft. Though the only horse drawn boat I know of is usually at Kintbury.
2011 : Kennet  & Avon Canal near Avoncliff This section of canal is concrete lined, the sloping sides underwater have caught many a steerer. Poor visibility round the bend tempts the steerer too close to the bank on the right. This gentleman is well experienced and has kept just far enough away from the side.
2011 : Kennet & Avon Canal near Avoncliff
This section of canal is concrete lined, the sloping sides underwater have caught many a steerer. Poor visibility round the bend tempts the steerer too close to the bank on the right. This gentleman is well experienced and has kept just far enough away from the side.
2011 : Kennet & Avon Canal approaching Winsley Bridge Between Avoncliff and Murhill.
The towpath is much used by joggers and cyclists as well as walkers, some with dogs.
A sewage treatment plant is close by to the left, it is only on rare occasions that passers by are aware of it.
2011 : Kennet & Avon Canal approaching Winsley Bridge
Between Avoncliff and Murhill. The towpath is much used by joggers and cyclists as well as walkers, some with dogs. A sewage treatment plant is close by to the left, it is only on rare occasions that passers by are aware of it.
Avoncliff Sewage Works This shows the sewage works right next to the River Avon and tucked in between it and the railway from where this was taken.
Avoncliff Sewage Works
This shows the sewage works right next to the River Avon and tucked in between it and the railway from where this was taken.
Kennet and Avon Canal The Kennet and Avon Canal to the west of Avoncliff.
Kennet and Avon Canal
The Kennet and Avon Canal to the west of Avoncliff.
Kennet & Avon narrowboat,  near Avoncliff
Kennet & Avon narrowboat, near Avoncliff
Railway line near Avoncliff
Railway line near Avoncliff
Friary Wood in Spring The woodland looking particularly attractive at this time of year!
Friary Wood in Spring
The woodland looking particularly attractive at this time of year!
Anti Tank Ditch, Hog Wood, Hinton Charterhouse This is located in Hog Wood near Hinton Charterhouse. It was part of Defence Area 32. More can be downloaded at <span class="nowrap"><a title="http://archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/catalogue//adsdata/arch-455-1/dissemination/pdf/Text_Reports/DA32_TEXT_-_HOG_WOOD.pdf" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="http://archaeologydataservice.ac.uk/catalogue//adsdata/arch-455-1/dissemination/pdf/Text_Reports/DA32_TEXT_-_HOG_WOOD.pdf">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>
Anti Tank Ditch, Hog Wood, Hinton Charterhouse
This is located in Hog Wood near Hinton Charterhouse. It was part of Defence Area 32. More can be downloaded at LinkExternal link
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Freshford is located at Grid Ref: ST7860 (Lat: 51.340051, Lng: -2.314931)

Unitary Authority: Bath and North East Somerset

Police Authority: Avon and Somerset

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Park Corner
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Wikidata: Q2042618
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Limpley Stoke
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Kindergarten
Freshford Pre-school
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Addr Street: Freshford Lane
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Little Sprout Superfoods
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