Sydling St. Nicholas

Civil Parish in Dorset West Dorset

England

Sydling St. Nicholas

Sydling St Nicholas: the ford and pedestrian bridge
Sydling St Nicholas: the ford and pedestrian bridge Credit: Keith Salvesen

Sydling St. Nicholas is a civil parish located in the county of Dorset, England. Situated in the South West of the country, it is part of the West Dorset district. The parish covers an area of approximately 8 square miles and is home to a population of around 350 people.

The village of Sydling St. Nicholas is the main settlement within the parish. It is a picturesque and traditional English village with a rich history dating back to the medieval period. The village is known for its charming thatched cottages, ancient church, and peaceful countryside surroundings. It is often considered one of the most beautiful villages in Dorset.

The village is well-preserved and has maintained its rural character over the years. It offers a range of amenities to its residents and visitors, including a primary school, a village hall, a pub, and a post office. The surrounding countryside is ideal for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding, with numerous footpaths and bridleways to explore.

Sydling St. Nicholas is located in a tranquil and scenic part of Dorset, surrounded by rolling hills, meadows, and woodlands. It is known for its stunning natural beauty and is a popular destination for nature lovers and tourists seeking a peaceful retreat. The village has a strong sense of community and hosts various events throughout the year, including a summer fete and a fireworks display.

Overall, Sydling St. Nicholas is a charming and idyllic civil parish in Dorset, offering its residents a quality of life in a picturesque setting.

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Sydling St. Nicholas Images

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Sydling St Nicholas: the ford and pedestrian bridge
Sydling St Nicholas: the ford and pedestrian bridge
Hog Hill nr Cerne Abbas: track leading (eventually) to Batcombe
Hog Hill nr Cerne Abbas: track leading (eventually) to Batcombe
Cowdown Hill - Sydling St Nicholas Cowdown Hill is one of the steep chalk hills sheltering the north-easterly tip of the village of Sydling St Nicholas. It stands 711ft above sea level and in the summer months orchids can be found growing upon its steep sides.
Cowdown Hill - Sydling St Nicholas
Cowdown Hill is one of the steep chalk hills sheltering the north-easterly tip of the village of Sydling St Nicholas. It stands 711ft above sea level and in the summer months orchids can be found growing upon its steep sides.
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
Ford over Sydling Water
Ford over Sydling Water
Ford, Up Sydling A footbridge over Sydling water at the ford.
Ford, Up Sydling
A footbridge over Sydling water at the ford.
Post box, Up Sydling The telegraph pole that this wonderful old post box is attached to seems to be on its last legs. Hopefully when it's replaced the post box will be reinstated rather than replaced with a modern plastic one?
Post box, Up Sydling
The telegraph pole that this wonderful old post box is attached to seems to be on its last legs. Hopefully when it's replaced the post box will be reinstated rather than replaced with a modern plastic one?
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound
A37 northbound, Stagg's Folly
A37 northbound, Stagg's Folly
Old minor road to Cerne Abbas This erstwhile road is now a footpath at Stagg's Folly. I think it was once an extension of the minor road from Cattistock to Cerne Abbas which now finishes when that road meets the A37.
Old minor road to Cerne Abbas
This erstwhile road is now a footpath at Stagg's Folly. I think it was once an extension of the minor road from Cattistock to Cerne Abbas which now finishes when that road meets the A37.
Long Ash Lane Approaching the blessed time when could get off this wretched road.  The A37 passes the head of Lankham Bottom.
Long Ash Lane
Approaching the blessed time when could get off this wretched road. The A37 passes the head of Lankham Bottom.
Head of Lankham Bottom Blackthorn at the side of the A37.
Head of Lankham Bottom
Blackthorn at the side of the A37.
Up Sydling Ford This ford is found at the entrance to Up Sydling Farm.
Up Sydling Ford
This ford is found at the entrance to Up Sydling Farm.
Sydling St Nicholas Ford This ford on Sydling Water is found at Sydling St Nicholas. The road sign shown in this 2008 photograph has long since deteriorated.
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Sydling St Nicholas Ford
This ford on Sydling Water is found at Sydling St Nicholas. The road sign shown in this 2008 photograph has long since deteriorated. Link
View towards Sydling St. Nicholas
View towards Sydling St. Nicholas
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Sydling St. Nicholas is located at Grid Ref: ST6200 (Lat: 50.80096, Lng: -2.52679)

Administrative County: Dorset

District: West Dorset

Police Authority: Dorset

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