Buckbury

Settlement in Worcestershire Malvern Hills

England

Buckbury

Bishops Walk, Forthampton The tree-lined Bishops Walk, the road approaching the village of Forthampton. — Bishops Walk, Forthampton Credit: Philip Halling

Buckbury is a small village located in the county of Worcestershire, in the West Midlands region of England. Situated approximately 10 miles southeast of the city of Worcester, Buckbury is a quintessential English countryside village known for its picturesque landscapes and charming character.

The village is nestled within the Malvern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering residents and visitors alike stunning views of rolling hills, lush green fields, and meandering streams. The area is popular with hikers, nature enthusiasts, and those seeking a peaceful and tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of urban life.

Despite its small size, Buckbury boasts a tight-knit community that takes pride in its heritage and traditions. The village is home to a historic church, St. Mary's, which dates back to the 12th century and serves as a focal point for religious and social gatherings. The village also has a local pub, The Buck Inn, where locals and visitors can enjoy traditional pub fare and a friendly atmosphere.

Buckbury benefits from its proximity to larger towns and cities, such as Worcester and Malvern, which provide a range of amenities including shopping centers, schools, and healthcare facilities. The village is well-connected to the rest of the region through a network of roads, making it easily accessible by car or public transportation.

Overall, Buckbury offers a tranquil and idyllic setting for those seeking a peaceful village lifestyle within the stunning Worcestershire countryside.

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Buckbury Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 52.004183/-2.22504 or Grid Reference SO8434. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

Bishops Walk, Forthampton

The tree-lined Bishops Walk, the road approaching the village of Forthampton.

Philip Halling

The Hunter's Inn

The Hunter's Inn on the B4211 at Buckbury between Forthampton and Longdon.

Philip Halling

Hunter's Inn sign

The inn sign of the Hunter's Inn and a couple of old farm implements.

Philip Halling

The village of Forthampton

Here is the first photograph I took of Forthampton on my first visit to the village. The village, situated in northernmost Gloucestershire, is complete with many historic buildings that have listed status, and the countryside views are fantastic.

Fabian Musto

Path to St. Mary the Virgin church (Forthampton)

The path to Forthampton parish church is a track that becomes a dead end at No. 14-17 Church Row. There are many trees of different specimen in the church grounds.

Fabian Musto

Stocks and whipping post at Forthampton

Situated around thirty-five metres to the west of Forthampton parish church are the village stocks and whipping post. These wooden structures, surrounded by an old iron gate, were restored in 1990. The stocks and whipping post were grade II listed in January 1955.

Fabian Musto

St. Mary the Virgin church (Forthampton)

Here is the parish church of St. Mary the Virgin in Forthampton, which stands on a knoll that has brilliant views to the countryside. The building was first built in the 13th century, and was restored in 1788. The church was altered from 1863-66 by William Burges, and the building was grade II* listed in January 1955.

Fabian Musto

St. Mary the Virgin church (Bell tower | Forthampton)

Here is the west bell tower of three stages at St. Mary the Virgin parish church, built in the 13th century.

Fabian Musto

Detail inside St. Mary the Virgin church (South porch | Forthampton)

Situated above the doorway in the south porch is an eroded hood, with a segmental section forming an arc over the door with beast-head stops; this dates from the 12th century.

Fabian Musto

St. Mary the Virgin church (Font | Forthampton)

Here is the octagonal alabaster font in the nave at Forthampton parish church, built in the 19th century.

Fabian Musto

St. Mary the Virgin church (Pews | Forthampton)

The pews in the nave dates from the 19th century, except these pews in the west end consists of reused linenfold panels from the 15th century.

Fabian Musto

Entrance to St. Mary the Virgin church (Bell tower | Forthampton)

The arch in the distance frames the east entrance to the west bell tower from the nave.

Fabian Musto

St. Mary the Virgin church (Forthampton)

Here is the interior of Forthampton parish church, which consists of a nave, chancel, north aisle and organ chamber.

Fabian Musto

Pyrography inside St. Mary the Virgin church (Forthampton)

This splendid pyrography (pokerwork/wood burning) work is situated in the south wall of the nave, and this dates from 1845. This was built as the dossal (reredos) in the east end of the chancel, but its use as a dossal was short-lived.

Fabian Musto

St. Mary the Virgin church (North aisle | Forthampton)

Here is the west end of the north aisle at Forthampton parish church, with a three-light stained-glass window in view.

Fabian Musto

Window inside St. Mary the Virgin church (North aisle | Forthampton)

This three-light stained-glass window is situated in the west end of the north aisle.

Fabian Musto

St. Mary the Virgin church (North aisle | Forthampton)

Here is the north aisle inside St. Mary the Virgin parish church, built from 1847-48 by Hamilton and Medland of Gloucester. The tracery in the upper part of the west entrance to the organ chamber looks neat.

Fabian Musto