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Iwerne Minster

Civil Parish in Dorset North Dorset

England

Iwerne Minster

Crossroads, Hill Farm Approaching a very busy minor road.
Crossroads, Hill Farm Credit: Richard Webb

Iwerne Minster is a civil parish located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated in the Blackmore Vale, it is part of the North Dorset district. The parish covers an area of approximately 8 square miles and is home to a population of around 500 people.

The village of Iwerne Minster is the main settlement within the parish. It is located about 4 miles northeast of the town of Blandford Forum and is surrounded by picturesque countryside. The village is known for its charming thatched cottages, historic buildings, and scenic views.

One of the prominent landmarks in the area is Iwerne Minster Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is dedicated to St. Mary and St. Nicholas and features stunning architecture and intricate stained glass windows.

The parish is also known for its natural beauty and offers opportunities for outdoor activities. There are several walking trails and footpaths that allow visitors to explore the surrounding countryside, including the nearby hills and valleys. The River Iwerne flows through the parish, adding to the scenic charm of the area.

Although primarily a rural area, Iwerne Minster is well-connected to neighboring towns and villages. The A350 road runs through the parish, providing convenient access to nearby transport links.

Overall, Iwerne Minster is a peaceful and picturesque civil parish in Dorset, offering a tranquil countryside setting and a rich historical heritage.

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Crossroads, Hill Farm Approaching a very busy minor road.
Crossroads, Hill Farm
Approaching a very busy minor road.
Wooded driveway to Ashmore Wood
Wooded driveway to Ashmore Wood
Track to Satan's Square Plantation
Track to Satan's Square Plantation
Karen the cow - part of the K herd at Fontwell Magna
Karen the cow - part of the K herd at Fontwell Magna
Iwerne Minster, St Mary
Iwerne Minster, St Mary
Old Milestone by the A350, north of Iwerne Minster Carved stone post by the A350, in parish of IWERNE MINSTER (NORTH DORSET District), 50m North of turning to Child Okeford, on the verge in small copse, on West side of road. Dorset 1 (limestone), erected by the Shaftesbury & New Road to Blandford turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : IWERNE MINSTER : : (7 / From) Blandford / 5 / From / Shaftesbury / BATH 37 : : IWERNE MINSTER : Milestone Society National ID: DO_BFSF05.
Old Milestone by the A350, north of Iwerne Minster
Carved stone post by the A350, in parish of IWERNE MINSTER (NORTH DORSET District), 50m North of turning to Child Okeford, on the verge in small copse, on West side of road. Dorset 1 (limestone), erected by the Shaftesbury & New Road to Blandford turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- : IWERNE MINSTER : : (7 / From) Blandford / 5 / From / Shaftesbury / BATH 37 : : IWERNE MINSTER : Milestone Society National ID: DO_BFSF05.
Old Milepost by the A350, Iwerne Minster Cast iron post by the A350, in parish of IWERNE MINSTER (NORTH DORSET District), South of village, 50m South of 30mph signs, where overhead cables cross road, on North West side of road. Well hidden in roadside vegetation. Dorset 5 (limestone), erected by the Shaftesbury & New Road to Blandford turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- BLANDFORD 6 SHAFTESBURY 6 Milestone Society National ID: DO_BFSF06.
Old Milepost by the A350, Iwerne Minster
Cast iron post by the A350, in parish of IWERNE MINSTER (NORTH DORSET District), South of village, 50m South of 30mph signs, where overhead cables cross road, on North West side of road. Well hidden in roadside vegetation. Dorset 5 (limestone), erected by the Shaftesbury & New Road to Blandford turnpike trust in the 19th century. Inscription reads:- BLANDFORD 6 SHAFTESBURY 6 Milestone Society National ID: DO_BFSF06.
Frog Lane, Iwerne Courtney or Shrorton Adopted by the Wessex Ridgeway Long Distance Footpath, heading east towards the A350.
Frog Lane, Iwerne Courtney or Shrorton
Adopted by the Wessex Ridgeway Long Distance Footpath, heading east towards the A350.
Looking East from Iwerne Courtney or Shroton
Looking East from Iwerne Courtney or Shroton
Track in Beech Clump on Preston Hill
Track in Beech Clump on Preston Hill
Wessex Ridgeway in Preston Wood The long distance footpath adopts a good wide track as it makes its way through Preston Wood
Wessex Ridgeway in Preston Wood
The long distance footpath adopts a good wide track as it makes its way through Preston Wood
Wessex Ridgeway approaching Preston Wood The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. Wikipedia entry: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wessex_Ridgeway" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wessex_Ridgeway">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>
Wessex Ridgeway approaching Preston Wood
The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. Wikipedia entry: LinkExternal link
Landscape between Preston Wood and Ranston Hill Sweeping chalk country as seen from the Wessex Ridgeway
Landscape between Preston Wood and Ranston Hill
Sweeping chalk country as seen from the Wessex Ridgeway
Wessex Ridgeway on Preston Hill The long distance footpath between Preston Wood and the village of Iwerne Courtney.
Wessex Ridgeway on Preston Hill
The long distance footpath between Preston Wood and the village of Iwerne Courtney.
Wessex Ridgeway heading East from Boyne's Lane The long distance footpath heading towards Heth Wood
Wessex Ridgeway heading East from Boyne's Lane
The long distance footpath heading towards Heth Wood
Wessex Ridgeway, Boyne's Lane Pleck The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. Wikipedia entry: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wessex_Ridgeway" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wessex_Ridgeway">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>
Wessex Ridgeway, Boyne's Lane Pleck
The Wessex Ridgeway is a 136-mile long-distance footpath which runs from Marlborough in Wiltshire to Lyme Regis in Dorset. It was opened in 1994. Wikipedia entry: LinkExternal link
The Wessex Ridgeway path climbing Ranston Hill Heading east from Iwerne Courtney
The Wessex Ridgeway path climbing Ranston Hill
Heading east from Iwerne Courtney
The Wessex Ridgeway path alongside Beech Clump A maize cover crop on the left.
The Wessex Ridgeway path alongside Beech Clump
A maize cover crop on the left.
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Iwerne Minster is located at Grid Ref: ST8714 (Lat: 50.930689, Lng: -2.183975)

Administrative County: Dorset

District: North Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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Operator: Royal Mail
Post Box Type: lamp
Ref: DT11 135
Ref GB Uprn: 10015308738
Royal Cypher: EIIR
Royal Cypher Wikidata: Q33102113
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