Potterne

Civil Parish in Wiltshire

England

Potterne

Potterne is a civil parish located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated about three miles southeast of the town of Devizes, Potterne covers an area of approximately 3.23 square miles. It has a population of around 2,000 residents.

The village of Potterne is known for its picturesque countryside and charming rural setting. It is predominantly a residential area, with a mix of traditional cottages and more modern housing developments. The village retains a strong sense of community, with various local organizations and events contributing to its vibrant atmosphere.

Potterne is well-served by amenities, including a primary school, a public house, a village hall, and a post office. The village also has a cricket club, which hosts regular matches and events, attracting both locals and visitors.

The surrounding area offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities, with several footpaths and bridleways providing access to the beautiful countryside. The Kennet and Avon Canal, which runs through the village, is a popular spot for walking, cycling, and boating.

Historically, Potterne has strong ties to the agricultural industry, with farming playing a significant role in the village's economy. However, in recent years, the village has seen some diversification, with a range of small businesses and services catering to the local community.

Overall, Potterne is a charming and vibrant civil parish in Wiltshire, offering a peaceful rural lifestyle, a strong sense of community, and easy access to both natural beauty and nearby urban centers.

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Potterne Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.326761/-2.007546 or Grid Reference ST9958. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Ordnance Survey Flush Bracket S8910

This flush bracket can be found on the wall of the Infants School, Potterne. For more details see : Link

Peter Wood

St Mary the Virgin, Potterne

Across the field to St Mary's, Potterne as seen from Furze Hill Lane - this view would have been familiar to earlier travellers when Furze Hill Lane was one of the main routes to and from Devizes.

James Harrison

Footpath to Potterne from Rangebourne

Although I attempted to walk this path is beat me into submission on account of the dreadful, wet, sloppy mud - the result of heavy rain and run off from the neighbouring pastureland. A case of wearing wellingtons rather than walking boots!

James Harrison

View towards Furze Hill Lane

The line of trees on the horizon mark an ancient route from the market town of Devizes south towards Potterne and then on to Salisbury - in regular use until the mid C18th. The council houses in the mid-distance mark the current main Salisbury road from Devizes.

James Harrison

Furze Hill Lane

Doug Lee

Furze Hill Lane

Doug Lee

Furze Hill Lane looking towards Furze Hill Farm

In the centre of the image are the two most westerly buildings of Furze Hill Farm

Doug Lee

Southern side of the Park Pale

The park pale (the bounding bank around the old royal hunting park) is thoroughly overgrown. Here a ditch at the bottom of the park pale is filled with water

Doug Lee

Overgrown Park Pale

The park pale (the bounding bank of the old royal hunting park) is overgrown. In a late spring, the wood anemones have just come into flower whilst the bluebells show no sign yet of flowering.

Doug Lee

View towards Rangebourne

The line of path shown in ST9959 : Footpath to Potterne from Rangebourne is visible in this image as the fencing extending from the centre towards the right of the image. The houses shown towards the top of the image are located on the A360 Devizes Road

Doug Lee