Burton

Settlement in Wiltshire

England

Burton

M4 heading east, with power lines turning a corner south of the motorway Credit: Rob Purvis

Burton is a small village located in the county of Wiltshire, England. Situated approximately 2 miles southwest of the town of Malmesbury, it falls under the jurisdiction of the North Wiltshire district. The village is nestled amidst picturesque countryside and is surrounded by rolling hills and farmland.

Burton has a long history that can be traced back to the Domesday Book of 1086. It was once a thriving market town, with evidence of its medieval past still visible in the form of historic buildings and architecture. The village church, St. Mary's, stands as a prominent landmark and dates back to the 12th century, featuring impressive stained glass windows and a distinctive tower.

Today, Burton retains its rural charm and offers a peaceful retreat for its residents. The village is home to a close-knit community, with a population of around 800 people. Amenities in Burton are limited, with a small primary school and a popular village pub known as "The Old Bell." However, the nearby town of Malmesbury provides additional services and amenities, including shops, supermarkets, and secondary schools.

The surrounding countryside offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding. Additionally, the village is within close proximity to the Cotswold Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, which further enhances the area's appeal to nature lovers and visitors.

Overall, Burton, Wiltshire is a charming village that combines historical significance with rural tranquility, making it an attractive place to live or visit for those seeking a peaceful countryside experience.

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Burton Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.513542/-2.262244 or Grid Reference ST8179. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

M4 heading east, with power lines turning a corner south of the motorway

Rob Purvis

Burton church

St Mary's church in Burton dates from the 13th century and is Grade I listed, see: Link

Philip Halling

Lugbury long barrow, Nettleton

The tall stone visible (Cromlech) on the right. Many skeletons were found inside in the 19th Century. The Roman Fosse Way is across the field.

Rick Crowley

Turning to Littleton Drew

Sarah Charlesworth

Road junction west of Burton

Sarah Charlesworth

Wall Leaze Wood

From a minor road west of Burton, Wiltshire. The M4 is only 300 metres away, but here it can be heard but not seen!

David Purchase

The lane leading from Tormarton to Burton

David Purchase

M4 Motorway Bridge

This motorway bridge is where the M4 passes over the minor road running from Littleton Drew to Horsedown.

Nigel Mykura

Pollution at Fosse Bridge

This stream flows under the Fosse Way where the Roman road crosses a deep valley. There is a small weir which was originally the off-take for Gatcombe Mill further down the stream. Rubbish has been thrown into the stream from the bridge from which this photo was taken.

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Mill Stone at Gatcombe Mill

This stone at the entrance to the drive of Gatcombe Mill is a French burr stone made from stone from France. There are two stones , one at either side of the drive gateway.

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Mill Stone

This mill stone is one of two at the entrance to Gatcombe Mill. This one is made from Millstone grit and the other from French Burr stone. The burr stone is made from a number of small pieces but this one is a single block of stone.

Nigel Mykura

Fields near Lugbury Farm

This large arable field had been harvested and was awaiting ploughing and reseeding with the new crop. It is right next to, and borders the Fosse Way just east of Nettleton. From this point a footpath runs west to the village.

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House at Lugbury Farm

This house is in the extreme north west corner of the grid square where the Fosse Way just clips the north west corner of the square. The line of the old Roman road follows the lane on the right.

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Bridleway near Nettleton

This bridleway follows an old tracks that runs from Lugbury Farm to the village of Norton.

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House at Burton Farm

This modern house is part of the farm just to the south of the village of Burton which is mainly a pig farm with an extensive range of pig units.

Nigel Mykura

Powerlines Near Nettleton

These powerlines are in the very north east corner of the grid square. The pylon in the middle of the image is actually in ST8278. Most of the sloping land in this area is pasture land.

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House at Nettleton Shrub

This impressive stone farmhouse encrusted with ivy stands at a 'T' junction on the Fosse Way just south east of the small village of Nettleton.

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Converted farmhouse in Nettleton

This house is on the very southern edge of the grid square, So much so, that the gridline actually runs through the middle of the house and the furthest away half of the house is actually in ST8178.

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Burton is located at Grid Ref: ST8179 (Lat: 51.513542, Lng: -2.262244)

Unitary Authority: Wiltshire

Police Authority: Wiltshire