Gayton

Civil Parish in Northamptonshire

England

Gayton

Bridge 43 (Grand Union Canal) View from Banbury Lane Bridge 43 — Bridge 43 (Grand Union Canal) Credit: Ryan Griffiths

Gayton is a civil parish located in the county of Northamptonshire, England. Situated approximately 7 miles northwest of the town of Northampton, it covers an area of around 5 square miles. The parish is part of the West Northamptonshire unitary authority.

The village of Gayton itself is the main settlement within the civil parish. It is a small and picturesque village with a population of around 1,000 residents. The village is known for its charming rural character, featuring a mix of traditional stone cottages, modern houses, and a few historic buildings.

One of the notable landmarks in Gayton is the Church of St. Mary the Virgin, a medieval church dating back to the 14th century. The church's architecture reflects the village's rich history and is a popular attraction for visitors.

The local community in Gayton is vibrant and close-knit, with several social and recreational activities organized throughout the year. The village has a primary school, a village hall, and a few local shops and amenities to cater to the needs of its residents.

The surrounding countryside of Gayton offers beautiful landscapes for outdoor enthusiasts, with numerous walking and cycling trails. The nearby Grand Union Canal provides additional opportunities for leisure activities such as boating and fishing.

Overall, Gayton is a quaint and peaceful village in Northamptonshire, with a strong sense of community and a rich history that is cherished by its residents.

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Gayton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.184893/-0.970729 or Grid Reference SP7054. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bridge 43 (Grand Union Canal)

View from Banbury Lane Bridge 43

Ryan Griffiths

Anchor Farm (Rothersthorpe)

Anchor Farm on Banbury Lane

Ryan Griffiths

Bridge 43 (Grand Union Canal)

Bridge 43 on this peaceful Sunday afternoon facing south

Ryan Griffiths

Bridge 43 (Grand Union Canal)

Underneath bridge 43 facing north

Ryan Griffiths

Bridge 43 (Grand Union Canal)

Facing north on bridge 43

Ryan Griffiths

Bridge 43 (Grand Union Canal)

Bridge 43 carries the road over the canal to anchor farm

Ryan Griffiths

Bridge 42 (Grand Union Canal)

Bridge 42 carries private land over the canal

Ryan Griffiths

Bridge 43 (Grand Union Canal)

Bridge 43 about 20 years ago use to take the crossing over the canal before they built new Banbury Lane Bridge 43A

Ryan Griffiths

Bridge 43 (Grand Union Canal)

Underneath bridge 43 on the grand Union canal facing south

Ryan Griffiths

Banbury Lane level crossing

This level crossing was replaced by a bridge in 2005 when the West Coast Main Line was upgraded for higher speed. This was the only remaining level crossing on this part of the WCML and a bridge is considered far safer than a crossing.

Bob Walters

Banbury Lane Bridge 43 (Grand Union Canal)

Bridge 43 still at its best and my favourite canal bridge in Northamptonshire and the stunning sandstone bridge of the history and one of the oldest on the canal as this use to be a country road towards Fosters Booth and Towcester 20 odd years ago now and a farmers accommodation bridge

Ryan Griffiths

Banbury Lane Bridge (no 43)

Behind the bridge is Anchor House.

Mark Percy

Gayton Country Road

Sharp bend in Eastcote Road

Ian Rob

Bridge over railway

This new bridge carries Banbury Lane over the railway and the Grand Union (not seen to left). The traffic light control section of road over the bridge diverts away from an old section of road which crossed the railway via a railway crossing.

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