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Pamphill

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Pamphill

Netherwood Mead towards the River Stour
Netherwood Mead towards the River Stour Credit: James Emmans

Pamphill is a civil parish located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated about 3 miles north of Wimborne Minster, the village lies on the western edge of the Cranborne Chase and West Wiltshire Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It has a population of around 500 residents.

The area is known for its picturesque charm, with beautiful countryside surroundings and a tranquil atmosphere. The parish is predominantly rural, characterized by rolling hills, farmland, and small woodlands. It offers stunning views of the Dorset countryside and is a popular destination for nature lovers, walkers, and cyclists.

Pamphill is home to St. Stephen's Church, a Grade I listed building dating back to the 12th century. The church is renowned for its historic architecture and hosts regular services and community events. Additionally, the village features a local pub, The Vine, which offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors alike.

One of the notable attractions in Pamphill is the National Trust-owned Kingston Lacy estate. This grand country mansion and estate, located on the outskirts of the parish, is a popular tourist destination. The estate boasts beautiful gardens, extensive parklands, and a rich history dating back to the 17th century.

Overall, Pamphill is a charming and idyllic village in Dorset, offering a peaceful retreat for those seeking a rural escape. With its natural beauty, historic landmarks, and proximity to the Cranborne Chase, it is a delightful place to visit or reside.

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Netherwood Mead towards the River Stour
Netherwood Mead towards the River Stour
Garden beside Kingston Lacy House
Garden beside Kingston Lacy House
Colourful Kingston Lacy
Colourful Kingston Lacy
Colour at Kingston Lacy
Colour at Kingston Lacy
Colour at Kingston Lacy
Colour at Kingston Lacy
Colour at Kingston Lacy
Colour at Kingston Lacy
Acers Beside the path going towards the Japanese Garden
Acers
Beside the path going towards the Japanese Garden
The Japanese Garden at Kingston Lacy
The Japanese Garden at Kingston Lacy
Copper Beech in Kingston Lacy Park
Copper Beech in Kingston Lacy Park
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [1] The west front of the house. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511">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> The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718">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>
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [1]
The west front of the house. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: LinkExternal link
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [2] The north front of the house. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511">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> The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718">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>
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [2]
The north front of the house. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: LinkExternal link
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [3] The view from the north front of the house. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511">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> The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718">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>
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [3]
The view from the north front of the house. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: LinkExternal link
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [4] The east front of the house. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511">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> The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718">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>
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [4]
The east front of the house. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: LinkExternal link
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [5] The south front of the house. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511">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> The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718">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>
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [5]
The south front of the house. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: LinkExternal link
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [6] Two items from the art collections at Kingston Lacy. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511">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> The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718">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>
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [6]
Two items from the art collections at Kingston Lacy. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: LinkExternal link
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [7] The Dining Room. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511">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> The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718">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>
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [7]
The Dining Room. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: LinkExternal link
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [8] The organ. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511">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> The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718">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>
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [8]
The organ. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: LinkExternal link
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [9] The servants hall. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1119511">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> The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: <span class="nowrap"><a title="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718" rel="nofollow ugc noopener" href="https://historicengland.org.uk/listing/the-list/list-entry/1000718">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>
Kingston Lacy House and gardens [9]
The servants hall. Kingston Lacy is a country house and 16,000 acre estate located some 2 miles northwest of Wimborne Minster, Dorset. The main house, with a compact, rectangular plan, was built in 1665 of ashlar under a hipped lead roof. The house is surrounded by 12 acres of formal gardens and pleasure grounds within 390 acres of parkland The house contains an important collection of fine art and antiquities. The estate remained in the ownership of the Bankes family from the 17th to the late 20th century when it was given to the National Trust. The house is listed, grade I, with details at: LinkExternal link The parkland is on the Register of Historic Parks and Gardens, grade II, with much history and detail at: LinkExternal link
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Pamphill is located at Grid Ref: ST9800 (Lat: 50.803846, Lng: -2.027202)

Administrative County: Dorset

District: East Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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